September 25, 2024

MPTA Education Series Presents: Virtual Roundtable – Transit Leaders

Don’t miss the upcoming MPTA Virtual Roundtable discussion on Tuesday, October 29 at 12 noon focused on transit leaders in Missouri. This will be an opportunity… Read the rest

September 19, 2024

FTA Names Regional Administrator for Region VII

  The Federal Transit Administration recently named Carrie Butler as the new Regional Administrator for Region VII. Butler has over 25 years of service in the public… Read the rest

September 17, 2024

LTE: Missouri’s Work on Public Transit Should be Applauded; Continued

Letter to the Editor, Springfield News Leader, September 15, 2024 The funding landscape for public transportation remains a key topic of conversation as the Bipartisan… Read the rest

September 12, 2024

Transit Workforce Center Introduces Interactive Apprenticeship Program Map

  Transit Workforce Center (TWC) has launched an interactive map that shows apprenticeship and mentorship programs at U.S. transit agencies. Apprenticeship… Read the rest

September 11, 2024

Save the Date for the 2025 Multi-State Midwest Transit Conference

  The MPTA invites you to mark your calendars for the 2025 Multi-State Midwest Transit Conference. Next year’s conference will take place September 3-5,… Read the rest

September 9, 2024

MoDOT Posts Job Description for New Director

The Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission has released the job description for the next director  of the Missouri Department of Transportation as it conducts… Read the rest

September 5, 2024

Federal Transit Administration Recognizes Six Missouri Transit Providers at 2024 Missouri Transit Conference

Six Missouri transit providers were recognized by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Region VII during the 2024 Midwest Transit Conference hosted by the Missouri… Read the rest

September 5, 2024

MPTA Recognizes 25 Transit Operators Across Missouri at 2024 Missouri Transit Conference

A total of 25 transit operators who are known for their selfless dedication and heroism in delivering much-needed transit services to riders in rural and urban areas of

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September 5, 2024

Missouri Public Transit Association Elects New Board Members

The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) – the state’s transit advocacy organization – has named Gina Thompson, a transportation coordinator with the City of… Read the rest

August 23, 2024

KCATA Seeking Chief Financial Officer

  The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority is presently searching for a Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The CFO is responsible for overseeing and serving as… Read the rest