KC Streetcar Effect: Construction Activity Grows Along Corridor
In spring 2026, Mid-America Regional Council (MARC) released data that showcases the impact of the KC Streetcar on new construction permits and ensuing development.… Read the rest
KCATA Announces Return of Bus Fares on June 1, 2026
Public transit throughout the Kansas City region will begin charging fares on June 1, 2026. Included are services provided by KCATA, Johnson County Transit, and Unified… Read the rest
APTA Report Cites 5 to 1 Return on National Public Transit Investment
Released in February 2026 by the American Public Transportation Association (APTA), the Economic Impact of Public Transportation Investment Report reveals that for… Read the rest
MISSOURI PUBLIC TRANSIT ASSOCIATION ELECTS FERGUSON OF KCATA AS NEW BOARD MEMBER
The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA)—the state’s transit advocacy organization—has named Chuck Ferguson, chief operating officer and interim president… Read the rest
2026 Missouri Transit Conference Operator Award Nominations Are Now Open
The Missouri Transit Conference will recognize those operators going above and beyond in providing safe, reliable, efficient public transportation in communities… Read the rest
Transportation Secretary Duffy Commits $686M to Making Transit Family Friendly
On Monday, March 2, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced $686 million in competitive grant funding from the Federal Transit Administration… Read the rest
Senator Hough introduces 16 Budget Bills including Restoration of Transit Assistance in SB1753
Missouri State Sen. Lincoln Hough (R-Springfield) introduced 16 budget bills on the floor of the Missouri Senate yesterday as part of the FY2027 budget process. This… Read the rest
MoDOT Announces Compliance Workshops for Grant Recipients
When your organization accepted Federal Transit Administration (FTA) assistance through a MoDOT grant-funded project, it included a variety of federal requirements… Read the rest
MoDOT Announces Transit Funding Applications Now Open
The Missouri Department of Transportation has announced that two application cycles for transit funding assistance are now open.
- The FY 2027 State Transit Assistance
Hearing Set for Guns on Transit Bill – Weigh in Today
The Missouri Senate Committee on Transportation, Infrastructure and Public Safety will hear testimony on SB 1078, sponsored by Senator Schnelting, which includes… Read the rest