Letter to the Editor, Belleville News Democrat, May 9, 2023 The St. Clair County Transit District’s (SCCTD) 2020 Transit Vision continues to shape reality. We are delivering on our promise to provide interconnectivity throughout St. Clair County so area resident can get where they need to go by way of a safe, accessible, multi-model public … Continued
Service has been restored to the east elevator at the Forest Park-DeBaliviere MetroLink Station. This elevator has been out of service since the July 2022 flood event. The elevator on the west side of the platform remains out of service While one of the elevators at the Forest Park-DeBaliviere Station has resumed operation, repairs continue … Continued
On Saturday May 13th through Sunday, May 14, MetroLink Red Line trains will not operate between the Rock Road and Delmar Loop MetroLink Stations due to construction work on Plymouth Avenue near the Wellston MetroLink Station. During the service interruption, MetroLink Station Shuttles will transport passengers by bus between the Rock Road, Wellston, and Delmar … Continued
As the Missouri Legislature wraps the budget bills today, transit is seeing a win with an increase in funding over prior year. HB 4 which has been approved includes an additional $3 million for a total of $10 million in General Revenue plus $1.7 million from the State Transportation Fund for transit, a 34 … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is seeking an intern for the Fall 2023 semester starting in late August/early September. CMT offers paid internship positions every spring, summer and fall, allowing students and recent graduates the opportunity to work closely with our team and gain insight into the public transit arena in addition to nonprofit … Continued
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced today that Metro Transit, which serves the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County in Missouri and St. Clair County in southwestern Illinois, has been awarded more than $196 million in federal grant funding to replace aging MetroLink light rail cars. MetroLink opened 30 years ago this year, … Continued
Transit safety is a top regional priority, and leadership continues to take a very active role in addressing challenges, implementing changes and helping the community regain confidence in the system. Citizens for Modern Transit’s latest “Talking Transit” event, set for Wednesday May 31, at 8:30 a.m. via Zoom, will serve as a forum for providing … Continued
Where do you see your MetroLink stop in the future? Here is your opportunity to weigh in at upcoming open houses set for both the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County. Both the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County are taking the next steps to expand the region’s MetroLink system. CITY … Continued
SUMMER-LONG EFFORT OFFICIALLY KICKS OFF WITH A FREE, “DAY ON THE TRAILS” EVENT ON MAY 20TH To encourage residents of all ages to stay active this summer, the St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) – in partnership with Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) – is once again sponsoring its Summer Riding Program. The program allows … Continued
St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) – in partnership with Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) – is kicking off its Summer Riding Program on Saturday, May 20 with a “Day on the Trails.” This free, community event is taking place from 9 a.m. to noon at the Belleville Transit Center (718 Scheel Street, Belleville, IL 62220). It will … Continued
Bi-State Development announced today it is launching a pilot program with metal detectors at select MetroLink stations in the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County in Missouri and St. Clair County in Illinois. Transit riders will walk through metal detectors to gain access to MetroLink platforms. The mobile metal detectors will be rotated … Continued
The Monday Shrewsbury Walking Group will be starting back up this coming Monday, May 8th with a tour of historic Maplewood. This walk will be led by CMT staff member Travis Wood and long-time expert on the history of Maplewood Doug Houser. We will meet at Shrewsbury-Lansdowne I-44 MetroLink Station at 8:45 am so we … Continued
A recent report by the Urban Institute finds that more than one in five adults with limited access to public transit skip healthcare visits because of transportation barriers, which can negatively impact long-term health. Similarly, research shows that the expansion of a public transit system, such as the development of a new light rail … Continued
More than 8,000 area residents have collectively trekked thousands of miles exploring the St. Louis region through more than 1,000 guided tours utilizing their own ten toes and Metro Transit. Currently, there are more than 300 returning older adults each session that participate in several different CMT Ten Toe Express Walking Groups along with new … Continued
The “Transit Stop Transformation Project” is a collaboration between Citizens for Modern Transit, AARP St. Louis, St. Clair County Transit District and Metro Transit working together to activate the space around the Belleville Metro Transit Center. This joint-initiative, will convert the transit center area into a fun, artistic space that encourages active play, cultivates community, … Continued