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Recap of CMT’s latest Talking Transit with leaders from Bi-State Development and Metro Transit discussing Secure Platform Plans, North-South MetroLink Expansion and current operations.  

Those who register for the program on Friday, June 17, will be entered into a prize  drawing for free transit passes for one year As prices at the pump continue to rise, Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) is encouraging area residents to consider utilizing public transit in recognition of National Dump the Pump Day on … Continued

Missouri Times Editorial The Missouri State Legislative Session adjourned with a historic move in support of public transportation. For the first time in two decades, Missouri is set to invest $8.7 million in transit – a sum that would be split amongst the 34 transit providers operating in the state. This increase is critically needed … Continued

On Monday, June 13, Metro Transit will make schedule adjustments to three MetroBus routes in Missouri: #58 Chesterfield Valley, #70 Grand and #94 Page. These changes will improve on-time performance and better manage passenger volume on select bus trips. There are no adjustments to MetroBus routes in Illinois or MetroLink service.   Details for the … Continued

 Event will Feature Live Bands at the Belleville and Emerson Park Transit Centers The St. Clair County Transit District, in partnership with Citizens for Modern Transit, Metro Transit and AARP in St. Louis, will be hosting Passport to Music on Metro on Saturday, June 25, 2022, from 1 to 5 p.m. at both the Belleville … Continued

  Join Citizens for Modern Transit, St. Clair County Transit District, AARP in St. Louis and Metro Transit as they unveil the region’s latest “Transit Stop Transformation” Project – this time at the Belleville Transit Center, located at 718 Scheel Street in Belleville. The event will get underway at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 25, … Continued

  Discussion to Highlight New Initiatives Underway through Metro Transit Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) has announced plans for its next virtual “Talking Transit” event, which is set for Thursday, June 9, at 8:30 a.m. via ZOOM. This event will highlight new initiatives underway through Metro Transit to expand accessibility and further improve safety and … Continued

Registration NOW Open for Those Interested in Tracking Miles on the MetroBikeLink to Win Prizes  The St. Clair County Transit District is encouraging people of all ages to register now for its annual Summer Riding Program, so they are ready to hits the trails when the program gets underway on June 1. The program allows … Continued

  The 2022 Missouri Legislative session wrapped on Friday, May 13 with a historic move in support of public transportation. For the first time in two decades, Missouri is set to invest $8.7 million in transit – a sum that would be split amongst the 34 transit providers operating in the state. This increase is … Continued

Bike System Boasts 14 Continuous Miles of Trails in Southwestern Illinois  The week of May 16 to 20, 2022, is National Bike to Work Week and St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTC) is reminding area residents that bicycling to work has never been easier thanks to the MetroBikeLink. This evolving system features 14 continuous miles … Continued

The latest development along MetroLink is set to open Phase 1 this August delivering housing and retail within steps of MetroLink, MetroBus, and more.   The Expo at Forest Park is on track to open its North Building on August 1 with leasing currently underway. The South Building is set to open on October 1.  The … Continued

The St. Louis region is in a race to improve the quality of air we breathe. Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT), the Clean Air Partnership, Madison County Transit District, Metro Transit, the Missouri Department of Transportation, RideFinders and St. Clair County Transit District are joining forces to help make this happen – and we need … Continued

Citizens for Modern Transit  Program and Social Media Associate  Position Summary Seeking a Program and Social Media Associate who would be responsible for social media, website management, the oversight of programming like Ten Toe Express and overall organizational support. This is a full-time position with a comprehensive compensation package. As Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) … Continued