Rider Questions Answered on Metro Security, Fares, and Service
Metro Transit’s Secure Platform Plan enhancements are nearing completion at all 38 MetroLink stations, while a phased rollout of the agency’s new fare collection system is set to begin July 6. To help riders prepare for these changes, Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) hosted a virtual “Candid Conversation with Commuters” event on June 29, giving riders, employers, operators and other stakeholders an opportunity to hear directly from Metro Transit leaders about the Secure Platform Plan, fare c...
1 Jun 2026
Housing Vales Near Transit Study Results
As the St. Louis region explores Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) in the Northside-Southside corridor, Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT), in partnership with St. Louis REALTORS® and AARP St. Louis, commissioned a study on transit’s impact on local real estate values. Findings from the Saint Louis Housing Prices Near Transit Study were shared during CMT’s virtual “Talking Transit” event on May 20, drawing dozens of transit advocates, elected officials, real estate professionals, stakeholders and riders...
1 Jun 2026
How Cities Build Community Support for Transit Projects
Public transit delivers value far beyond daily riders—fueling economic growth, expanding access and strengthening quality of life across entire regions. That message took center stage at Citizens for Modern Transit’s recent Talking Transit forum, featuring behind-the-scenes insights from transit initiatives in Austin, Minneapolis–St. Paul and Kansas City. Tom Underwood of HDR opened the discussion with lessons from Austin’s Project Connect Program, which is planning for growth in a region ex...
6 Feb 2026
State of Transit in the St. Louis Region
The MetroLink extension to MidAmerica St. Louis Airport is scheduled to open in summer 2026 as ongoing efforts on both sides of the river work to deliver reliable access to opportunity. The circumstances surrounding transit funding are changing. Illinois is headed in the right direction, while Gov. Kehoe just proposed further cuts, and if approved, transit funding in Missouri will have been slashed by 85% since he began his term. Regional transit officials shared these and other updates with ...
6 Feb 2026
Demystifying Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)
As the St. Louis region embarks on an alternatives analysis study to determine the feasibility of a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system in lieu of the St. Louis MetroLink Green Line and potentially puts funding for the project back on the ballot, Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) hosted a virtual “Talking Transit” event tied to the topic. The forum on Dec. 9 explored the design, development, funding, implementation and challenges of BRT systems in Minneapolis and Kansas City and how these projects...
6 Feb 2026
CMT & MPTA Present: State of Transit in Missouri
On November 20, 2025, the Missouri Public Transit Association and Citizens for Modern Transit hosted the 2025 edition of the State of Transit in Missouri. Attendees heard from leaders of the state’s largest, mid-level and rural transit providers. Panelists included Transit Director with City Utilities of Springfield Matt Crawford, Executive Director of the KC Streetcar Authority Tom Gerend, Chief Operating Officer of Metro Transit Ron Forrest, Chief Mobility and Strategy Officer for the Kansa...
30 Oct 2025
Transit's Future on the Federal Front
Scott Bogren, Executive Director of CTAA, discusses the future of transit on the federal front, emphasizing the importance of local stories and the impact of transit from a values perspective in this interview.
29 Oct 2025
Cost-Conscious Marketing for Transit Providers
Selena Barlow and Elea Carey present cost-conscious marketing strategies for small to mid-sized transit providers, offering valuable promotional insights in an interview with Tracy Jones.
12 Jun 2025
Conversation with Commuters on Safety & Security Initiatives
Citizens for Modern Transit hosts a conversation with commuters to address concerns and questions regarding new safety and security initiatives tied to Metro Transit’s Secure Platform Plan.
29 May 2025
2025 Missouri Statewide Transit Needs Assessment Study Results
Industry experts Peter Williams, Dorothy Yeager, Matt Crawford, and Taulby Roach analyze the 2025 Missouri Statewide Transit Needs Assessment Study, revealing transit ridership trends and service delivery costs.
16 Apr 2025
Building Linear Neighborhoods Along St. Louis' Red Line
In this episode of Talking Transit, Citizens for Modern Transit explores the power of transit-oriented development with a deep dive into the concept of “linear neighborhoods” along the MetroLink Red Line in North St. Louis County. This dynamic panel conversation features key leaders and developers working to revitalize the North Hanley, Rock Road, and UMSL transit centers through innovative housing, workforce support, and mixed-use strategies. Featured Speakers: Erin Burnett, President, Bywat...
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