MoDOT Presents Budget Requests to House Appropriations Sub-Committee
This past week, MoDOT presented its budget requests to the House Subcommittee on Appropriations – Public Safety, Corrections, Transportation, and Revenue.… Read the rest
Replay: MPTA Education Series – Virtual Round Table Discussion on Vehicle Maintenance Challenges
Vehicle maintenance issues are one of the many challenges facing transit providers across Missouri. From worker shortages to supply chain disruptions, transit agencies… Read the rest
MPTA Round Table on Vehicle Maintenance Challenges
Join MPTA for a virtual round table discussion on vehicle maintenance challenges via Zoom on Wednesday, December 7 at 12:00 pm as part of MPTA’s Education Series. … Read the rest
State of Missouri Transit: Change, Challenge, Opportunity and Optimism
The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA), in partnership with Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT), held a virtual “Talking Transit” event on Thursday, Oct.… Read the rest
Citizens for Modern Transit and Missouri Public Transit Association to Host State of Transit in Missouri
The transit advocacy organization Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) in partnership with the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) has announced plans for its… Read the rest
MISSOURI PUBLIC TRANSIT ASSOCIATION RELEASES FINDINGS OF STATEWIDE TRANSIT NEEDS ASSESSMENT STUDY
The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) released the findings of a Statewide Transit Needs Assessment Study commissioned by the Lochmueller Group –… Read the rest
2022 Missouri Transit Conference at a Glance
You’re invited! The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) invites you to the 2022 MPTA State Conference and Expo. The conference is scheduled for September 28… Read the rest
Early Bird Registration is OPEN for the 2023 Four-State Midwest Transit Conference.
Register today for the Four-State 2023 Midwest Transit Conference in Kansas City, Missouri. This two-day conference will provide opportunities to meet with other transit… Read the rest
IL Legislature Looks at Transit Rider Bill for Those Breaking the Rules in Chicago
Illinois House Bill 1342 would allow mass transit districts to suspend riding privileges and confiscate the fare cards of people who break the rules on buses and… Read the rest
Weigh in today on HB282 with Missouri House Emerging Issues Committee
Bills introduced in the MO House and Senate would allow individuals with conceal/carry permits to carry firearms on public transit buses, vans, trains and other spaces… Read the rest
Time to Act: Help Ensure Transit Investment Part of MO Appropriations
During his State of the State address in January, Governor Parson outlined his budget requests omitting investment in transit. This omission directly impacts the State’s… Read the rest
RideKC Shuttled 70,000 Chiefs Fans to Victory Parade
After the Kansas City Chiefs’ 2023 Superbowl Win, RideKC Transit transported more than 70,000 fans
Kingdom Champions’ Parade, which is almost… Read the rest
MPTA Highlights OATS Transit Operator Paulette Waggle in March
Each month, the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) spotlights transit operators from across the state to highlight their work and commitment to transit. For… Read the rest
MoDOT Announces a Return to In-person Oversight Training.
In March 2023 and April 2023, MoDOT and staff will be hosting mandatory training for all FTA Section 5309, 5310, 5311, and 5339 recipients.
MoDOT has engaged… Read the rest
OATS Transit’s Southwest Region Announces Fare Increase.
OATS Transit’s Southwest Region announced a fare increase effective in February 2023 to help offset the increased operating cost. The fares are necessary to maintain… Read the rest
FTA to Host Multiple Transit Webinars During the Month of February
During the month of February, FTA is set to host multiple webinars and online workshops, including conversations about competitive funding opportunities for nearly… Read the rest
MPTA Education Series Highlights Future of KC Streetcar and Funding Options
On February 7, the MPTA’s Education Series Event highlighted the Kansas City Streetcar including expansion work underway as well as future funding options. The panel… Read the rest