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
A new report recently released by the Center for Transit-Oriented Development (CTOD) offers strategies for the City of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to tap into its TOD potential. The report focuses on three areas of investment – infrastructure, new development, and building the capacity of community groups. Stations with the best potential for TOD have been identified … Continued
Senator Mike Kehoe, R- Jefferson City and chair of the Senate Transportation Committee, held a press conference today to announce his efforts to push for a one-cent sales tax for transportation in Missouri. So the big question is does “transportation” include public transit as a part of the funding package? Inquiring minds want to know. According … Continued
With the recent re-emergence of streetcars as a public transit option in cities across the United States, the city of Portland, Oregon is often held up as the poster child for this new transportation trend. Other cities looking to fund and build their own streetcar lines have a lot to learn from the Portland Streetcar. … Continued
What kind of transportation system do you want to see for Missouri? That’s the question the Missouri Department of Transportation will be asking of Missourians over the next few months with a new statewide initiative called “On The Move.” Public transportation advocates must respond with the need for a robust public transportation system for MO. … Continued
The Missouri Chamber of Commerce held their annual transportation conference yesterday in Jefferson City. Senate and House transportation committee chairs, Senator Mike Kehoe, R- Jefferson City, and Representative Dave Schatz, R- Sullivan, were given an opportunity to discuss the highly anticipated transportation package, which according to Senator Kehoe, will be filed in the next ten days. … Continued
The Tenth Annual Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) St. Louis Chapter Scholarship and Awards Dinner is set for Thursday, February 28th, 2013 from 5:00pm to 9:00pm at the Engineer’s Club. Featured Speaker – Todd Antoine, Deputy Director for Planning of Great Rivers Greenway Schedule – 5:00pm Reception • 6:15pm Seating • 6:45pm Program The Engineer’s … Continued
Set to open this summer, Aventura Apartments is a luxury residential development in the Forest Park Southeast neighborhood, located at 4431 Chouteau, between Taylor and Newstead. The central location is close to the Central West End, The Grove, Forest Park, and the ever expanding medical campus. Another perk is its proximity to transit – just … Continued
Happy New Year! Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is kicking into high planning gear for the Great Race II to spark some friendly competition between alternative transportation modes in St. Louis on May 23, 2013. Designed to play off the CBS television hit, The Amazing Race, the event will place TEAM TRANSIT, TEAM BIKE and … Continued
East West Gateway Council of Governments has put forth a study on Transit Oriented Development as it relates to St. Louis MetroLink. This study outlines that while MetroLink’s 37 stations provide great connections for the region, the stations themselves don’t provide much opportunity to live and work near transit, while using it as the “primary … Continued
The St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC) is seeking a consulting firm with expertise in transit station area planning and development. The objective is to develop Station Area Plans for three existing MetroLink station areas along the current alignment and two proposed station areas along the planned Northside-Southside MetroLink extension alignment. This study will be funded … Continued
Success rates for local and state transportation initiatives have been hovering at close to 80 percent since 2010, demonstrating what could be a shift in public support for transit. The fact that voters have come out to the polls in support of transit, and have even gone so far as to vote in favor of … Continued
The birth of the modern streetcar and growing support for tramways is a trend emerging across the U.S. and around the world. With streetcar lines typically being less expensive to build than light rail or subway systems, and more attractive to commuters than buses, it seems that the modern streetcar has a bright future. However, … Continued
Following the Urban Land Institute’s (ULI) technical assistance panel (TAP) on October 30, 2012, a presentation was held in November to discuss the outcomes of the study and address recommendations for potential development around the Grand MetroLink Station. Since completion of the TAP and panel presentation, ULI has put together a report outlining its recommendations … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit has compiled a database of development occurring around MetroLink stations, which is now available on the CMT website. New developments within a half mile of a MetroLink station were recorded in the database, along with information on the square footage, cost, and type of development. At this time, nearly $16.5 billion … Continued