Meeting dates, times and locations will be announced next month for the public to comment on three proposed Metro transit fare increase options. The Operations Committee for the Bi-State Development Agency’s Board of Commissioners has authorized Metro staff to schedule several public meetings and a public hearing in March to receive input on options for … Continued
The Illinois Department of Transportation is holding public meetings next week regarding the next step on the Chicago – St. Louis Corridor. IDOT is currently reconstructing the tracks between Joliet and Granite City to increase cruising speeds from 80 to 110 mph. That work is already paying dividends with much improved service. Now, they are … Continued
The Pagedale Board of Aldermen passed an ordinance establishing the “E – Transit Oriented Development Form Based Zoning District” in the City of Pagedale Zoning Code on Feb. 13 at their meeting. This process was made possible through a unique collaboration of community stakeholders and local organizations who see the value in building around the … Continued
Metro is looking at a possible fare increase for FY2015 with a goal of increasing revenues to maintain current service levels. This fare increase will focus on Metro passes. Current MetroBus ($2.00) and Call-A-Ride ($4.00) one ride cash fares will remain the same. There are three options on the table for fare increases. Two of … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) and Beyond Housing are pleased to announce the 2nd session of the Ten Toe Express, Rock Road MetroLink Station walking group. Co-sponsored by CMT and Beyond Housing and funded by a Healthy Corridor Grant from the Missouri Foundation for Health, the Rock Road Ten Toe walking group launched in the … Continued
The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission approved MoDOT’s long range transportation plan on February 11, 2014, but simultaneously warned that without additional resources, there was little chance of delivering the plan. The caution about MoDOT’s ability to deliver the plan stems from falling federal and state fuel tax revenues. Long range transportation plans are required … Continued
We know that development around Light Rail is the key to moving the St. Louis region and transit system forward, and CMT has released a resource to encourage Transit Oriented Development that the region needs. In partnership with Metro, CMT has created real estate spec sheets for the areas around all 37 MetroLink Stations. These … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (“CMT”) is seeking a graphic design consultant to assist CMT with an advertising campaign on CMT’s promotional month of events in May 2014 including the Great Race, Wake Up to Sweeter Commute events, Metro Market and the benefits of public transportation in order to increase transit ridership on the system. The … Continued
Dear Consultant: Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is requesting the services of a consulting public relations firm to perform the described professional services for the project included on the attached list. If your firm would like to be considered for these consulting services, you may express your interest by responding to the appropriate office, which … Continued
Senator Kehoe has introduced Senate Joint Resolution (SJR) 48 a proposed one-cent general sales tax for transportation in Missouri. This is a companion bill to HRJ 68 which was introduced last week in the House by Representatives Schatz and Hinson. this bill is also very similar to the bill that Senator Kehoe and Senator McKenna … Continued
Amtrak in on the move in Missouri. According to a recent update from the Missouri Department of Transportation’s Multi-Modal division, Amtrak ridership, revenue, on-time performance and customer satisfaction are all on the increase. Current improvements to the line between St. Louis and Kansas City include: $63 million for capacity improvements to ensure good on-time performance … Continued
On January 17, 2014 MO Senator Roy Blunt and Senator Michael Bennet from Colorado introduced a bipartisan piece of legislation called the “Partnership to Build America Act,” to help improve the nation’s capability to build and repair roads, bridges, highways, ports, schools, and other infrastructure projects. This legislation would establish a $50 billion “American Infrastructure … Continued
Representatives Hinson and Schatz have introduced HJR 68 this week. It proposes a a constitutional amendment imposing a 1% temporary increase in the state sales and use tax to be used for transportation projects. These projects are not limited to roads and bridge projects as revenues from the state gas tax are limited to those … Continued
Missouri Governor Nixon will hold his State of the State address this evening. While we are almost certain his remarks will not include funding for transportation as a priority – state funding is critical to maintain and expand transit service in Missouri. Currently, Missouri ranks 36th in funding for public transit nationally, with 34 states and … Continued
Congress has passed legislation that would fund the Federal government thru the rest of FY 2014. The legislation was approved by both chambers and now needs the President’s signature. The bill fully funds MAP-21, the two-year transportation bill. This legislation comes just 9 months before the expiration of MAP-21. Federal Highways Administration The legislation provides an … Continued