September 30, 2026

MPTA Announces Transit Advocacy Workshop Prior to 2027 MO Legislative Session

In Missouri, state transit assistance funding has been reduced by 64% since Governor Kehoe took office in January 2025. Transit providers across Missouri have worked… Read the rest

September 16, 2026

Mark Your Calendar for the State of Transit in Missouri on November 10

Join the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) and Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) on November 10 for the State of Transit in Missouri. This virtual webinar will… Read the rest

September 15, 2026

MPTA Presents: MO Statewide Intercity Bus Study Results

The October 21, 2026, Missouri Public Transit Association Education Series webinar will focus on the results of the Statewide Intercity Bus Study completed by WSP for… Read the rest

September 15, 2026

MPTA Releases 2026 Missouri Transit Conference Educational Resources

The 2026 Missouri Transit Conference brought together transit professionals, stakeholders and industry experts from across Missouri and beyond for 1.5 days of learning,… Read the rest

September 10, 2026

Now is Time to Weigh in with Missouri Governor on Transit Investment During Budget Process

While the 2027 Missouri legislative session may still be months away, now is the time to weigh in with Governor Mike Kehoe and his administration on the importance of transit… Read the rest

September 8, 2026

Missouri Transit Conference 2026 – The Student Perspective

Guest blog by Eric Thairu, student at the University of Missouri When I first heard about the Missouri Transit Conference and that it was within walking distance of my school,… Read the rest

September 4, 2026

MPTA Recognizes 21 Transit Operators Across Missouri at 2026 Missouri Transit Conference

The MPTA is thrilled to celebrate transit operators across Missouri who are making a difference in the lives of their riders. View the MPTA’s tribute to these operators

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September 3, 2026

MPTA Welcomes New Board Member, Re-Elects Directors, Elects Officers

The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) welcomed one new board member, re-elected nine members of its Board of Directors and elected officers during its 2026… Read the rest

September 3, 2026

MPTA HONORS KCATA’S CINDY BAKER WITH 2026 PRESIDENT’S AWARD

The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) honored Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) leader and longtime MPTA board member and officer Cindy Baker… Read the rest

September 3, 2026

KANSAS CITY TRANSIT OFFICIALS STEP INTO STATEWIDE LEADERSHIP ROLES

The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) – which is the state’s transit advocacy organization – has named Bryce Shields, who serves as the innovations and performance… Read the rest