Faces of Missouri Transit
What Would the State of Missouri be Without Transit?
Without transit, many simply could not survive. There would be fewer jobs. Traveling would be more costly. Good public… Read the rest
MPTA Educational Series: Getting on Board with Purchasing and Procurement
MPTA announces its next Educational Series Event scheduled for Wednesday, May 2, 2018, “Getting on Board with Purchasing and Procurement,” in Jefferson City, MO.… Read the rest
MPTA Education Series focuses on TDD Financing for Transit
MPTA announces its next Educational Series Event scheduled for Thursday, March 1, 2018: TDD Financing for Transit in Kansas City, MO. Find out how the TDD funding mechanism… Read the rest
Education Series focuses on Innovative thought in transit on Nov. 8
Innovative thought in transit beyond just the smart phone was the focus of discussion at the latest installment of the MPTA Educational Series on Nov. 8 at the OATS headquarters… Read the rest
Public Transit is the Right Investment for MO; Deliver the message on Feb. 15 for Transportation Day
The Missouri Public Transit Association is teaming up with transit providers, transit advocates, Citizens for Modern Transit, stakeholders and interested citizens… Read the rest
MPTA Education Series turns focus to building ridership on MO systems
MPTA announces its next Educational Series Event scheduled for November 8, 2017: “Thinking Outside the Ridership Box: Building Ridership for Missouri’s… Read the rest
KCATA takes home gold at APTA conference
Among the winners for the 2017 Bus Safety and Security Excellence awards, was the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA). The American Public Transit Association… Read the rest
MPTA offers special APTA Webinar on latest research on Transit Ridership
Don’t miss the exciting opportunity on May 10 for MPTA members. MPTA has been working with APTA on its latest research, “Who Rides Public Transportation,”… Read the rest
Senate Appropriations upholds cuts to transit funding
The Missouri Senate Appropriations Committee upheld the Governor’s and House Committee’s recommendations to cut $500,000 in general revenue for transit operating… Read the rest
2017 Conference agenda packed with Transit highlights
The 2017 MPTA Conference will provide the opportunity to meet with other transit professionals, stakeholders, elected officials and interested citizens to shape policy,… Read the rest
Upcoming MPTA Conference highlights
Registration is now open for the 2017 MPTA Conference and Expo August 6-8 in Springfield, MO at the University Plaza Hotel.
Don’t miss this opportunity to meet with… Read the rest
MPTA Education Series: Safety First, Lessons Learned from KCATA on March 3
Register today for Safety First, Lessons learned from KCATA on their award winning Safety Program on March 3
Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from KCATA’s Chief… Read the rest
Prioritize Transit; Deliver Jobs
Transit funding tops list of MPTA 2017 Priorities
Transit funding tops the list of MPTA’s legislative priorities for FY17. The economic future of the State of Missouri is tied directly to its commitment to funding… Read the rest
The Bottom Line on MO Transit Funding
How and where we invest in Missouri’s transportation infrastructure has a major impact on growth and development patterns in the State. In particular, investments… Read the rest
Educational Series kick-off highlights benefits of social media for transit
The Missouri Public Transit Association officially kicked off its Educational Series on Nov. 1 with Making the Case for Social Media with Transit in Columbia, MO. … Read the rest
Public Transit Delivers for Missouri, Help deliver the message on Feb. 7 for Transportation Day
The Missouri Public Transit Association is teaming up with transit providers, transit advocates, Citizens for Modern Transit, the Kansas City RTA, stakeholders … Read the rest
Kansas City Streetcar Expansion Moves Forward to a Vote
Advocates of the Kansas City Streetcar expansion received welcome news last month when a judge ruled that the new expansion project can be put in the hands and minds of the… Read the rest
MO Transit helps get out the vote on election day
On November 8th, many local Missouri transit providers will be offering free fare rides to voters heading to the polls. COMO Connect, the City of Excelsior Springs, Kansas… Read the rest
More than $175 billion at stake on Election Day for transportation
This year on Election Day, voters across the country will have the opportunity to improve public transportation in their communities and help shape the future of transportation… Read the rest
OATS celebrating 45 years in MO
OATS, the country’s largest rural transit provider, will celebrate 45 years of service in Missouri tomorrow. Originally founded in 1971 by a group of individuals… Read the rest
Snapshot of MO’s investment in Public transit
The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) provider members provide more than 67 million transit rides a year almost everywhere for everybody almost every day… Read the rest
Governor withholds funding for MO MOVES Cost share Program
Due to the override of three pieces of legislation that will impact state revenues, the Governor has issued additional spending restrictions (withholds) to compensate… Read the rest
MPTA launches Educational Series with focus on Social Media for Transit
Join the Missouri Public Transit Association on November 1 to learn how to best use social media to promote your transit services and to communicate with your constituents… Read the rest
MPTA honors KC Mayor Sly James & OATS at Transit Midwest Conference
City of Columbia awarded federal grant for electric buses
Last week, the US DOT announced the 5339 No Lo Grants including an award to the City of Columbia (COMO Connect).
The City of Columbia was awarded a $1,712,300 grant to purchase… Read the rest
Registration now open for MPTA 35th Anniversary Celebration on Aug. 14
Join transit providers from across Missouri at the historic Union Station Board Room . . .
The Missouri Public Transit Association will be hosting a 35th Anniversary reception… Read the rest
Celebrate Public Transit with Communities in Motion Week
City Utilities in Springfield will be participating in Communities in Motion week, a week-long celebration of alternative transportation, June 18 – 22.
Scheduled… Read the rest
Cape Girardeau Transit Authority teams up with SB40 Board on transit
The Cape Girardeau Transit Authority (CTA) is teaming with local taxing board to provide transit services. Senate Bill 40 (SB40) is a state tax levy that provides funding… Read the rest
OATS Transit Hires New Finance Director
Debbie Stevens joined OATS Transit as the new Finance Director at its headquarters in Columbia MO effective June 1st. She will oversee the financial operations of… Read the rest
City of Columbia advertising for Transit and Parking Manager
The City of Columbia Public Works Department has recently released a job opening for Transit and Parking Manager.
Transit and Parking Manager
$55,903 –… Read the rest
Missouri Public Transit Association Appoints Officers to its Board of Directors
The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) recently appointed Kelly Turner, of Springfield, MO, as the Vice President of its Board of Directors, and Mark Mehmert,… Read the rest
Transit Funding Opportunities for Disadvantaged Areas
Transit funding can sometimes be a challenge. Identifying appropriate grants and programs for specific projects is always a large undertaking and an important part… Read the rest
Ride KC Offer 75¢ Bus Rides during Ozone Alerts
The May 18 Orange Ozone Alert has prompted RIDE KC to offer reduced bus fares to incentivize bus ridership. The organization cut the cost of riding in half, to $0.75 to… Read the rest
FY18 Omnibus Bill has positive impact on MO Transit Providers
In March, the announcement of the $1.3 trillion FY18 Omnibus Appropriations bill outlined funding for the remainder of fiscal year through Sept. 30, 2018. The… Read the rest
Missouri Legislatures Sends Fuel Tax to Vote of the People in November
The Missouri House of Representatives truly agreed to and finally passed SS #2 HB 1460 by a vote of 88-60. This bill will place a phased-in, 10-cent, motor fuel tax increase… Read the rest
Local Springfield Resident Weighs in on Importance of Transit
Public transit goes beyond simply providing transportation services – It serves as a lifeline for many. For some, it’s the sole means by which they can get to work,… Read the rest