Metro Transit has implemented a new policy that will strengthen safety and security on the region’s public transit system. The Ride and Abide Policy, developed in collaboration with regional leaders and law enforcement partners, allows Metro Transit to suspend transit privileges for individuals who repeatedly engage in prohibited conduct on the Metro Transit system or … Continued
The City of St. Louis released an RFQ yesterday for PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING AND TRANSPORTATION PLANNING SERVICES FOR NORTHSIDE-SOUTHSIDE CORRIDOR TECHNOLOGICAL ALTERNATIVES ANALYSIS, ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. The City made its first official request to utilize $1.4 million from the Transit Fund portion of the Economic Development Tax passed in 2017 to conduct an alternative analysis in … Continued
The safety and security of the MetroLink System has been a top, regional priority for the past several years. Significant work has been accomplished through the collaboration of industry leaders, elected officials, police officers, public safety officials and others– yet all agree, more needs to be done. As part of this on-going process, Citizens for … Continued
As the region continues to deal with the impacts of COVID-19, Citizens for Modern Transit will be taking extra precautions this year for its walks. All registered walkers will receive a Ten Toe Express banded washable mask and hand sanitizer in their Ten Toe kits. Additionally, special walks for the fall 2020 session will primarily take … Continued
Metro Transit’s Public Safety Team has a new tool. Since July 20, all uniformed and field-deployed Metro Transit Security Specialists (TSS) have been equipped with Body Worn Cameras (BWC). The cameras are now being worn during each shift on the transit system for scene documentation, as well to ensure transparency and accountability to the public … Continued
Beginning on Monday, August 3, the #76 McDonnell-Waterford MetroBus route will not be able to serve Pershall Road between Ford Lane and Graham Road in North St. Louis County due to the I-270 road construction project. The #76 McDonnell-Waterford will be rerouted for the duration of the MoDOT project, which is scheduled to take 18 months. … Continued
As Metro’s new public safety staff continues to make improvements, the team under the leadership of Metro Transit General Manager of Public Safety Kevin Scott wants to provide a firsthand look at the newly instituted practices and protocols. The Ride Along with Metro Public Safety Program will initially be instituted with opportunities for Bi-State Development … Continued
Mark your calendar for the 2020 Ten Toe Express Fall Session with a kickoff walk scheduled for September 2, 2020. As the region continues to deal with the impacts of COVID-19, Citizens for Modern Transit will be taking extra precautions this year for its walks. All registered walkers will receive a Ten Toe Express banded … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT), in partnership with Metro Transit and St. Clair County Transit District, is promoting how easy it is to utilize the region’s safe, reliable and robust public transportation system to access hundreds of St. Louis’ hottest attractions this summer through its Board, Explore & Win campaign. The first of several weekly drawings … Continued
Please reserve September 17, 2020 for the Citizens for Modern Transit’s 36th Annual Meeting & Awards Event. Due to the pandemic’s impact on our daily lives, the CMT Annual Meeting will look a little different this year as a virtual event. However, we hope you will consider joining us to help celebrate transit wins in … Continued
Metro Transit riders will have more options available for their commute, as Metro Transit continues to restore service on Missouri MetroBus routes that were temporarily suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic. On Monday, July 20, service will resume on the #1 Gold and #5 Green MetroBus routes. The #1 Gold will operate on a Saturday … Continued
With rising COVID numbers and increasing travel bans for agencies, the Missouri Public Transit Association will be moving the 2020 Missouri Public Transit Conference and Expo to a virtual event. The two-day, intensive conference will be held virtually on Sept. 9-10, 2020. Registration cost will be $275 per participant. CMT is offering several scholarships for … Continued
Bi-State Development announced that a recent bond refinancing will provide more than $36 million in budgetary savings over the life of the bonds. More than $171.2 million in Series 2020 bonds were sold on July 7, with approximately $570 million or 3.4 times the number of orders being placed for the bonds. The deal will … Continued
Metro Transit is partnering with Via, a public mobility service company, to launch a new on-demand transit service for the St. Louis region. The new service, called Via Metro STL, will be introduced in two areas – in southwest St. Louis County including Fenton and Valley Park, and in North St. Louis County and … Continued
Looking for ways to get outside safely right now? The St. Clair County Transit DIstrict MetroBikeLink system is a great opportunity to get out and ride, walk and explore in Southwestern Illinois. Connecting in to the MetroLink at 6 stations in St. Clair County, the completely accessible trail system offers opportunities to explore 4 Illinois … Continued