FEDERAL CMT supported the passage of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act in November 2021, which provided a five-year, $91 billion transit authorization as part of the $1.2 trillion measure. CMT will continue to advocate for the use of these available federal funds in the following ways. Multi-year transportation reauthorization legislation to provide consistency for … Continued
Metro Transit announced it will implement a new operating plan on Monday, December 4, which will include periods of two-car service, single-car service and single-car boarding. Metro says this new operating plan follows the conclusion of the single-car MetroLink Pilot which began on October 2 to evaluate the potential benefits. New operating plan includes the … Continued
The Bi-State Board of Commissioners approved up to an $18 million contract to Indra USA, Inc. for the purchase of 125 ticket vending machines (TVMs) for the MetroLink light rail system and MetroBus transfer centers at its November 29 Board meeting. On August 16, 2023, Bi-State Development issued solicitation 24-RFP-466396-KM – Purchase of Ticket Vending … Continued
The Bi-State Board of Commissioners approved up to a $390 million contract with Siemens Mobility for up to 55 new, high-floor light rail vehicles and parts for the St. Louis region at its Nov. 29 Board meeting. Bi-State Development intends to procure up to 55 new high-floor light rail vehicles, capable of servicing the existing … Continued
MetroLink will continue to operate on a single track at the Stadium, 8th and Pine, Convention Center, and Laclede’s Landing MetroLink Stations during weekday evenings from 6 PM to the end of service through Friday, December 1. The single-track operations are necessary to allow for construction work in the tunnels downtown. From 6 PM to … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (“CMT”) in partnership with the St. Clair County Transit District is seeking a graphic design firm/individual to assist CMT with the 2024 CMT Ten Toe Express® campaign to promote ridership on the transit system. The goal will be to increase ridership on the system during the spring and fall session. Work … Continued
Project to Increase Economic Development Opportunities in St. Clair County Construction on the MidAmerica St. Louis Airport MetroLink Extension Project in St. Clair County continues to progress with the route of the alignment becoming more visible. The project will extend the MetroLink light rail system 5.2 miles from the existing Shiloh-Scott Transit Center in … Continued
The St. Louis County Council approved passage of the FY2024 transit appropriation bill by a 6-1 vote at its November 21 meeting. Citizens for Modern Transit has been urging members of the St. Louis County Council to support the FY2024 $128,550,848 Budget Appropriation Request from Bi-State Development. This year’s request will help to ensure the … Continued
More retail has arrived at the $90 million multi-family, mixed-use development, the Expo, adjacent to the existing Forest Park-DeBaliviere MetroLink Station in the historic Skinker-DeBaliviere Neighborhood in the City of St. Louis in the form of a 2300 square foot Starbucks. This new addition offers amenities for residents and riders steps from transit. With multiple … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) – the St. Louis region’s transit advocacy organization – has announced plans for its next virtual “Talking Transit” event, which is set for Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom. This event will highlight the trajectory of transit in the St. Louis region in 2024. The event is free … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit hosted a “Candid Conversation with Commuters” in partnership with Metro Transit and the St. Clair County Transit District officials on Thursday, Nov. 16, via Zoom. The event provided a platform for transit riders and the community at-large to directly connect with local transit industry leaders. The discussion featured: Ken Sharkey, Managing Director … Continued
The St. Clair County Transit District and its partners were honored at the 58th Annual East-West Gateway Council of Governments Awards Luncheon on November 15th at America’s Center in downtown St. Louis. A variety of individuals, agencies, and organizations were celebrated for their contributions to various communities in the St. Louis area. The St. Clair … Continued
Partners to Also Encourage Transit Riders to Register for the Guaranteed Ride Home Program, which Provides Subsidized Access to More Immediate Transportation Option if a Need Arises To help commuters stay toasty on transit – while also spreading a little holiday cheer – Citizens for Modern Transit, Metro Transit, St. Clair County Transit District, the … Continued
If you rode MetroLink between October 17th and November 6th, you may have been asked to show proof of valid fare. Fare audits were conducted on various trains and at different stops along the system in the last few weeks. The results of those audits are now in. Of the 8,725 individuals audited during the … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (“CMT”) in partnership with the St. Clair County Transit District is seeking a consultant to assist in the creation of branding/vehicle wrap for the SCCTD Flyer service in St. Clair County, IL to help build recognition and ridership on the system. Work products will include creation of a vehicle design based … Continued