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CMT supports pursuit of further MetroLink study

Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) supports the pursuit of furthering MetroLink Expansion. Transit serves as a critical component of the St. Louis region’s transportation system, and MetroLink expansion is a key to providing increased service in the region for current and future riders, jobs and economic development. The MetroLink corridor studies being discussed by our … Continued

KC Streetcar ridership continues to grow

The 2 mile Kansas City Streetcar opened for service to much fanfare on May 6, 2016. Since opening date, more than 173,000 people have taken a ride. The weekends are popular times for families, visitors, residents and downtown explorers.  According to the Kansas City Streetcar Authority, the KC Streetcar has had a daily average ridership of 6,435. … Continued

CMT seeking consultant for new Placemaking campaign

Citizens for Modern Transit (“CMT”) is seeking a graphic design consultant to assist CMT with an advertising campaign on Placemaking at Transit Stations and the benefits of public transportation in order to increase transit ridership on the system. Work products will include creation and development of copy, graphics and one cohesive look for one bus … Continued

Why should St. Louisans care about infrastructure?

You may have heard that it is National Infrastructure Week.  You may be thinking “Why does infrastructure get a whole week when teachers only get a day (May 3) or birds get May 4, Bird Day?”  National Infrastructure Week is key in transportation discussions in that it looks at and examines the policies in place on … Continued

Welcome aboard to CMT’s new Program Assistant

Citizens for Modern Transit has hired Erika Sparks as the new Program Assistant for the organization. Ms. Sparks will be on board full-time June 2, 2016. Ms. Sparks is a graduate of Harris-Stowe State University with a Bachelor of Science degree and is currently pursuing her Masters degree at Webster University.    She has previously worked for a Missouri House … Continued

CMT elects Brett Schott to Board of Directors

Brett Schott, Vice President of Advancement for St. Louis College of Pharmacy, was elected to the CMT Board of Directors at their May 12 Board meeting. Mr.  Schott serves as vice president for advancement at St. Louis College of Pharmacy, with responsibility for development and alumni relations, including strategic planning for fundraising, increasing visibility and … Continued

WTS honors CMT Executive Director as Woman of the Year

The St. Louis Chapter of the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS), an international organization dedicated to the professional advancement of women in transportation, honored CMT Executive Director Kimberly Cella as Woman of the Year. Every year, the WTS St. Louis Chapter recognizes one outstanding woman from St. Louis metropolitan region for their significant accomplishments and contributions … Continued

Metro to host events for Seniors to sign up for Reduced Fare Permits

Metro is hosting special reduced fare registration events for older adults in May at eight area Schnucks stores in St. Louis County. These events are an easy and convenient way for senior citizens to sign up for a Senior Reduced Fare Permit so they can save money and take advantage of half-price tickets on the … Continued

Bi-State board approves 3-year budget

The Bi-State Development Board approved a three-year operating and capital budget during its meeting on  Friday. The budget approved includes no increase in operational expenses for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017 from the last fiscal year. The budget outlines operational expenses before depreciation of $323.2 million for FY 2017, and projected operational expenses before depreciation of $332.6 … Continued

CMT is seeking a Program Assistant to join the CMT Team

Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is seeking a talented individual to serve as the Program Assistant at the organization. CMT, a 1000-member 501(c)3 organization with a 26-member volunteer board, leads the St. Louis region’s education and advocacy efforts for a robust and expanding transit system, especially light rail, with the goal of building livable, sustainable … Continued

Construction Set to Begin at Civic Center Transit Center

MetroBus Routes Will Relocate on April 18, MetroLink Station to Remain Open During Construction Bi-State Development is finalizing the agreement with the general contractor who will lead the expansion project for one of their busiest Metro transit hubs — the Civic Center Transit Center which is located at 14th and Spruce in downtown St. Louis.  To … Continued

Senate passes appropriations bill with additional operating funds for transit

Before leaving on Thursday, the  Missouri Senate took up and passed all of the appropriation bills including adopting the House position on transit assistance funding.  This included $500,000 in general revenue and $1,710,875 in state transportation funds for a total of $2,210,875 in funding.  This is an increase of $1,150,000 over last year’s appropriation. Since … Continued

CMT celebrates 10 years of Ten Toe Express

In 10 years, more than 8,000 area residents have collectively trekked thousands of miles exploring the St. Louis region through more than 1,200 guided tours that integrate walking with public transit use. This has been accomplished through Citizens for Modern Transit’s award-winning Ten Toe Express Walk Program. Created to inspire St. Louis area seniors, as … Continued


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