March 10, 2022

House Passes FY22 Omnibus Package Including More Than $16 Billion for Transit, More Than $3 Billion for Rail

The House passed a $1.5 trillion omnibus spending package on Wednesday night. The Omnibus package includes $16.3 billion for transit and $3.3 billion for passenger… Read the rest

March 10, 2022

Mask Mandate Extended on Transit

At CDC’s recommendation, TSA will extend the security directive for mask use on public transportation and transportation hubs for one month, through April 18th. During… Read the rest

March 4, 2022

Competitive Funding Opportunity: Low or No Emission Grant Program and the Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Competitive Program

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) has announced the opportunity to apply for $1.1 billion in competitive grants under the 2022 Low  or No Emission Grant Program… Read the rest

March 3, 2022

Transit Funding: Where it Stands Two Months into MO Legislative Session

  As the 2022 Missouri Legislative session moves towards the halfway mark, conversations continue around transit funding. The last several years, transit operating… Read the rest

February 23, 2022

Community Impact of Zero Fare Transit – The KCATA Story

In March 2020, KCATA implemented zero fare. This change has led to a positive change in perception of City leadership while enabling individuals to utilize money that… Read the rest

February 18, 2022

Bi-State Enters Contract with Gillig for Low Floor and Electric Buses

The Bi-State Board of Commissioners approved a 5-year contract with Gillig Corporation for low floor and electric buses.   The contract anticipates an average of… Read the rest

February 17, 2022

RideKC Next Changes In April, Most Routes Affected

A simpler, easier, and more efficient network. More timed connections in common locations like East Village, KU Med, 31st & Van Brunt, 3-Trails, and Boardwalk… Read the rest

February 14, 2022

RideKC Shows Love to RideKC Flex Customers with New App

RideKC public outreach teams will be onboard RideKC Flex vehicles and at transit centers Monday to share information with customers about booking their trips using the… Read the rest

January 28, 2022

REPLAY – MPTA Vendor Spotlight – Solutions to Prevent and Prepare for Accidents

Transit providers work tirelessly to get people where they need to go every day and ensuring the safety and timeliness of staff and riders is always a top priority. While… Read the rest

January 27, 2022

The reasons are many – no weapons should be allowed on

Bills introduced in the Missouri House and Senate would allow individuals with concealed carry permits to carry firearms on public transit buses, vans, trains,… Read the rest