St. Louis Post Dispatch, Friday, November 10, 2023 The St. Louis County Council failed to pass a $128.5 million budget appropriation request from Bi-State Development – a decision that could impact Metro Transit operations if not resolved. The requested funding would help ensure current service levels are maintained, while supporting safety and security measures and … Continued
The next Metro Transit service change is set for November 27. No changes will be made to MetroLink service at this time. Details of the quarterly service change effective Monday, November 27th are as follows: MetroBus Schedule Adjustments: #8 Shaw-Cherokee: Weekday and Saturday schedule adjustments to improve on-time performance. #8 Alta Sita … Continued
Kansas City voters say yes to the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) and the 3/8-cent sales tax for the next 10 years. “Thank you to the voters of Kansas City for once again renewing this critical transit tax to keep our buses rolling,” said Frank White, III, KCATA president and CEO. “If there was … Continued
Having moved to St. Louis a little under three weeks ago, I know there’s a lot to learn about the history and culture of this place. I have yet to try toasted ravioli and I’ve been met with a few blank stares when I’ve pronounced street names in a decidedly French way. Apparently that’s not … Continued
According to a recent statement from Metro Transit, to help boost the reliability of their service and better serve the community, investments are coming to some of the internal systems while at the same time continuing to build the operator workforce. To further improve our service, Metro Transit will be investing in three major areas: … Continued
As the region’s transit advocacy organization, Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) works to champion, challenge and encourage the advancement of public transit access to better connect communities, promote equity and drive economic growth. The organization’s vision, tenacity and extraordinary leadership also plays a fundamental role in helping to maintain a safe, integrated and affordable transportation … Continued
After three years of struggling with a driver workforce shortage, the Madison County Transit (MCT) Board of Trustees approved service reductions which will take effect on December 3, 2023. Despite ongoing efforts to recruit and retain drivers, a double digit workforce shortfall remains, necessitating mandatory overtime and posing a risk of driver fatigue and compromised … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit is teaming up with AARP in St. Louis to activate the space around a bus stop within the City of St. Louis. This joint initiative, known as the “Transit Stop Transformation Project,” will transform the area around MetroBus located in the City of St. Louis, into a fun, artistic space that … Continued
Construction on the MetroLink Extension project in St. Clair County is officially underway. The project will extend the MetroLink light rail system 5.2 miles from the existing Shiloh-Scott Transit Center to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport. Plans also include a MetroLink station, new roadways and the expansion of the MetroBikeLink System, which is a network of … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit, AARP in St. Louis, St. Clair County Transit District and Metro Transit have announced that the Fairview Heights Transit Center, located at 9720 West Route 161, has been selected as the site for the next “Transit Stop Transformation Project.” Engineering and construction management firm Gonzalez Companies and designer Design Lab 443 … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT), in partnership with the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA), hosted its quarterly “Talking Transit” event on Tuesday, Oct 24, via Zoom to address the state of transit in Missouri, specifically when it comes to transit funding. This has been a historic year for public transit in Missouri. The state … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) today announced that Karen Troxell has joined the transit advocacy organization as Program and Membership Manager. In this capacity, she will be responsible for managing day-to-day programming and membership activities, overseeing social media channels and developing website content. Troxell brings experience in sustainability and advocating for public transit access. For … Continued
As the region’s transit advocacy organization, Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) works to champion, challenge and encourage the advancement of public transit access to better connect communities, promote equity and drive economic growth. This year CMT is celebrating 40 years of transit advocacy, and we invite you to join us as a sponsor for a … Continued
Updated, November 15, 2023 St. Louis County Council Chair Shalonda Webb reintroduced the FY2024 transit appropriation, Bill 230, at the St. Louis County Council meeting on October 24, 2023. On Nov. 14, members of the County Council perfected Bill 230 with a 6-1 vote in favor of the appropriation. The final passage on the bill … Continued
Due to rising gas prices, significant maintenance, finance, and insurance costs, and higher purchase prices due to a variety of supply chain issues, the annual cost of car ownership continues to climb. According to AAA, the annual cost of new-car ownership rose 13% from last year to more than $12,000. Personal vehicles now account for 16% … Continued