Representing a nearly $10 million investment in the economy, a light rail interlocking project near the UMSL South MetroLink Station is now complete. The new interlocking system, which took slightly over a year to complete, provides improved operational flexibility, and allows Metro to more effectively maintain the rail system while minimizing system delays. The interlocking was … Continued
If you’re interested in finding out about the potential for modern streetcars in St. Louis and the results of the Streetcar Feasibility Study, please attend the Open House event this evening from 4-7 pm at the Moto Museum – 3441 Olive Street. Quick Facts on the St. Louis Streetcar: Reason for Feasibility Study: This project … Continued
One item should be top priority for any employer and the region: Transit. You may not ride transit, you may not know anyone who uses the bus or MetroLink; however, Missouri needs transit. Transit creates, maintains and sustains JOBS that Missouri cannot afford to lose! Investing in transit will improve Missouri’ s economy. Transit provides access … Continued
As we await the first days of Spring, people are starting to think about outdoor activities. While many may not even link using transit and their health as a part of their outdoor activities, there is a signficant connnection to creating healthy lifestyles and livable communities. With obesity rates on the rise (Missouri’s obesity level exceed … Continued
Work is scheduled on the MetroLink system this week Wednesday through Sunday (February 27 to March 3) and passengers may experience short delays in the work zones. The affected areas of the MetroLink system are: Wellston MetroLink Station Rock Road MetroLink Station UMSL South MetroLink Station UMSL North MetroLink Station North Hanley MetroLink Station Laclede’s … Continued
As part of Metro’s efforts to “build a better experience” for transit customers, a new farebox pilot program was rolled out last October. As of today, February 25, Metro will debut the new fareboxes on three of the busiest bus lines in the city: #95 Kingshighway #90 Hampton #70 Grand In addition, the new fareboxes … Continued
Los Angeles, California is the latest in a slew of cities across the country to adopt a plan for a downtown streetcar line. With voter approval and project funding finally in place, construction is slated to begin in 2014, with a 2016 opening. With this project, Los Angeles joins Fort Lauderdale, Cincinnatti, Kansas City, and … Continued
Transit-oriented development (TOD) is an ideal approach to community development for a number of reasons that are economic, social, and environmental in nature. But is TOD ideal for every community? A recent study by the Center for Transit-Oriented Development (CTOD) has mapped out a formula for determining the likelihood of success for TOD in individual communities. Five … Continued
Committee hearings have been scheduled on the proposal of a 1 cent sales tax for transportation funding, filed by Sen. Mike Kehoe and Rep. Dave Hinson. Each hearing is set for two hours on the following dates and times: Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 12:00 pm in House Hearing Room 7 Sen. Schatz (chair of the House Transportation Committee) … Continued
There was a lot of activity last week in Jefferson City with regards to transportation in Missouri. Senator Kehoe filed SJR 16. Upon voter approval, the bill would call for a temporary one-cent sales and use tax to bolster the creation and maintenance of city, county and state transportation needs by raising $7.9 billion in … Continued
The MetroLink Monitor Program was established as part of the efforts of the Riders’ Advocate Committee at Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) to monitor the quality and condition of stations along the MetroLink alignment. Volunteers observe and record conditions at each of the 37 MetroLink stations and report their findings to CMT on a monthly … Continued
We often discuss the benefits of public transit in terms of job accessibility, improved air quality, reduced congestion, and economic development, but what other ways does transit benefit our communities? A new poll, based out of Atlanta, Georgia shows that transit may improve connections between individuals and their community, serving as a tool to enrich … Continued
Take Metro to Mardi Gras this year and avoid the hassle of traffic and parking in Soulard! In order to accommodate those attending this year’s Mardi Gras celebrations in Soulard, Metro is offering special MetroLink service, shuttles, and passes. Extra trains, running every 7.5 minutes, will service MetroLink stations between Forest Park-DeBaliviere and Fairview Heights starting … Continued
A new $54 million transit-oriented development project in Miami’s Liberty City community will take up about one block of the neighborhood and will include restaurants, retail, housing, a theater, and a bus transfer center with five different bus routes that will connect the development to downtown Miami as well as the city’s Metrorail system. Of … Continued
Ridership on Amtrak’s Missouri River Runner route is up 4 percent in the second quarter of fiscal year 2013, which is roughly 2,000 passengers more than the same time period the previous year. Increases in ridership are likely due to mild weather, holidays, and improved service, including on-time performance of trains, according to the Missouri … Continued