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RFP Released for Graphic Design for Summer Riding Program

Citizens for Modern Transit (“CMT”) in partnership with the St. Clair County Transit District is seeking a consultant to assist in the creation of a comprehensive marketing campaign on the SCCTD Summer Riding Program in St. Clair County, IL to build and promote ridership on the MetroBikeLink System and connecting transit system.  Key messaging will … Continued

CMT Talking Transit: Can the Bus Drive Development? – April 29, 2021

Can the bus drive development in our community? When discussing transit-oriented development in the St. Louis region, discussions usually center around building near MetroLink. However, new trends are emerging. This panel discussion will highlight how the bus system serves as a driving force for development too. Panel will also discuss its impact on equity, livability, … Continued

Spring Into Safety- Transit Police Bicycle Helmet Give Away

On Monday, March 22, 2021, the Regional Transit Task Force along with their partners, Citizens for Modern Transit, Metro Transit, Crisis Intervention Unit – Homeless Outreach and the St. Louis County Community Outreach Unit will be holding a Bicycle Helmet Give Away to the benefit the children of the region who utilize public transportation. The … Continued

Transit Riders Delighted with Sweet Surprise Transit Egg Hunt

To encourage area residents to utilize transit to get where they need to go – Citizens for Modern Transit in partnership with Metro Transit, St. Clair County Transit District, UMSL, AARP in St. Louis, Bureau of Transit Police and Metro Transit Public Safety hosted a rider “Sweet Surprises” event on March 22. The event was … Continued

Headshot of Kim Cella - CMT Executive Director.

MPTA and CMT Oppose Conceal and Carry on Transit

As the state continues to push allowing concealed-carry permit holders to lawfully bring firearms on public transportation through proposed legislation – like House Bill No. 52 sponsored by Representative Adam Schnelting (R-St. Charles) – the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) and Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) continue to speak out in opposition. MPTA represents every transit … Continued

Concepts Unveiled for Emerson Park Project; Still Time to Weigh In

Click here to take the survey now!   CMT in collaboration with St. Clair County Transit District is looking for Metro East area residents, business leaders, and transit riders to weigh in and share their ideas on how to transform the existing space between the bus bays and MetroLink entrance at the Emerson Park Transit … Continued

Senate passes COVID Relief Bill with $30.5B for Transit Intact

The Senate passed the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 on March 6, 2021. The bill will return to the U.S. House of Representatives for a vote this week. The bill includes $30.5 billion for the transit industry as well as $1.7 billion for Amtrak. The $30.5 billion for transit includes: $26.09 billion … Continued

Metro Transit Quarterly Service Change Scheduled for March 15

Metro Transit will make adjustments to 45 MetroBus routes in Missouri and Illinois on Monday, March 15, as part of a quarterly service change. These adjustments will increase service frequency for many MetroBus routes, including 10 routes returning to 15-minute weekday daytime service, and will create better MetroLink and MetroBus connections. Due to the COVID-19 … Continued

House Passes Latest COVID Bill including $30.5B for TRANSIT

The House approved President Joe Biden’s $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief package early Saturday.  The bill, known as the American Rescue Plan (H.R. 1319), passed 219-212. The bill will now be taken up by the Senate this week.  It provides $30.5 billion in COVID-19 emergency funding for public transit agencies to continue to provide service to essential workers, ensure … Continued

“Sweet Surprises” Event Set for March 22 on Public Transit

To encourage area residents to utilize transit to get where they need to go – Citizens for Modern Transit in partnership with Metro Transit, St. Clair County Transit District, UMSL, AARP in St. Louis, Bureau of Transit Police and Metro Transit Public Safety –  will host a rider “Sweet Surprises” event on Monday, March 22. … Continued

St. Clair County Transit District Continues to Provide Free Public Transportation to those Getting COVID-19 Vaccinations in St. Clair County, Ill.

As COVID-19 vaccinations become available to additional subsets of the population, St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) is reminding areas residents that free public transportation is available to those with a confirmed vaccination appointment through the St. Clair County Health Department. These individuals can take the MetroBus and/or MetroLink to the Belleville Transit Center, where another Special … Continued

Mayor Krewson Signs Transformative Electric Vehicle Ordinances into Law

Mayor Lyda Krewson signed into law Board Bills 162CS, 163CS, and 181 on electric vehicle (EV) legislation. These bills are collectively designed to expand EV charging infrastructure across the City in preparation for more electric vehicles entering the market over the next few years. The Krewson Administration modeled the legislative package after successful similar initiatives in peer cities. … Continued


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