Missourians rely on public transit for 62 million rides a year. For many, transit access is the only means by which they can get to work and doctor appointments. But the impact extends beyond providing critical access. A safe, reliable public transit system plays a key role in stimulating economic development, attracting and retaining business, … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) announced the election of Charles Hinderliter, Director of Government Affairs for St. Louis REALTORS® and resident of St. Louis County, to its Board of Directors. He will serve a three year-term. Prior to taking on his current position with St. Louis REALTORS®, Hinderliter worked at the St. Louis Regional Chamber … Continued
Transit is a safe and cost-effective transportation option utilized daily by thousands of St. Louis area residents. To spread a little love to these riders, the MetroLink Police Unit teamed up with Citizens for Modern Transit, Metro Transit, St. Clair County Transit District and the University of Missouri – St. Louis to host “Wake up to a … Continued
Citizens for Modern Transit, founded in 1985, will be celebrating 35 years of advocating for public transit on July 31, 2019 at Innovation Hall adjacent to the Cortex MetroLink Station to mark the occasion and invite you to join us as a sponsor. Three and a half decades ago CMT began its mission to introduce MetroLink … Continued
The Spring 2019 Ten Toe Express® Session will kick off on Wednesday, April 3 and run 12 weeks. The AARP sponsored program started in 2007 and has introduced more than 8,000 active older adults and residents to the region’s transit system and the places they can go using it. Don’t miss all the great walks … Continued
The Senate Transportation Committee voted out SB39 yesterday which would allow conceal carry on transit vehicles in Missouri. It has been placed on the Senate Perfection Calendar. It is the 4th bill on that calendar so it’s possible the Senate could get to the bill very quickly. CMT urges you to reach out to the senators who represent … Continued
Public transit in the St. Louis region plays a key role in providing access and equality, creating jobs, building stronger economies and furthering the vibrancy of local neighborhoods. The strength of the local system is a result of the unwavering commitment of many local leaders, businesses and organizations – including Kimberly Cella, executive director of … Continued
Governor Parson named St. Louis University President Fred Pestello to the 10-member Bi-State Development Agency of the Missouri-Illinois Metropolitan District board comprised of five Illinois appointees and five Missouri appointees in October 2018. Today, the Missouri Senate confirmed this appointment to the Bi-State Board of Commissioners. Dr. Pestello is the President of Saint Louis University, … Continued
The Senate Transportation Committee heard testimony yesterday on Senate Bill 39 (SB39) sponsored by Senator Bob Onder. SB39 would allow conceal carry on transit vehicles. Various bills were introduced in the MO House of Representatives and the MO Senate this session which would allow individuals with conceal/carry permits to carry their firearms on public transit buses, vans, … Continued
The State of Transit Funding Commentary OATS is one of the largest and oldest transit systems of its kind in the nation. It has been serving Missouri since 1971 and currently provides reliable transportation service in 87 counties, with the help of 636 drivers and a fleet of over 800 vehicles. Last year, OATS buses … Continued
Transit is a safe and cost-effective transportation option utilized daily by thousands of St. Louis area residents. To spread a little love to these riders, the MetroLink Police Unit is teaming up with Citizens for Modern Transit, Metro Transit, St. Clair County Transit District and the University of Missouri – St. Louis to host “Wake … Continued
The ripple effect of the government shutdown has made its way to Missouri’s roadways. Rural transit providers throughout the state are currently operating without FTA Section 5311 and 5310 funding, leaving agencies to rely on other funding sources or reserves to continue to provide critical transit services to residents. OATS Transit, for example, which provides … Continued
Missouri Governor Mike Parson made his State of the State address on Wednesday. As expected Governor Parson stressed workforce development and infrastructure in his State of the State address. This included his support for increased broadband coverage, $75 million in increased funding for workforce development programs and an infrastructure plan for transportation funded by budget … Continued
Created to inspire St. Louis area older adults, as well as any other interested individuals, to see how easy it is to integrate walking with public transit use to get around town, the CMT Ten Toe Express Walk Program also promotes the health and well-being benefits of transit commuting. The 2019 Spring Session kicks off on Wednesday, April … Continued
The Missouri 2019 Legislative Session kicked off last week in Jefferson City, Missouri. There have been several transportation funding bills already introduced: SB 190 – Onder – Requires a portion of sales and use tax revenue to be deposited into the State Road Fund SB 201 – Romine – Replaces the current motor vehicle registration fee system … Continued