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 30… 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 Square.… 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, and… Read the rest

January 26, 2022

REPLAY: MPTA Education Series – In the Weeds: A Candid Conversation about the Challenges, Conditions, and Considerations of Transportation Service Coordination

Merriam Webster defines coordination as the process of organizing people or groups so that they work together properly and well. Sounds simple – but the reality is that… Read the rest

January 21, 2022

Hearing Next Week on CCW on Transit Bills

Bills introduced this session in the MO House and Senate would allow individuals with conceal/carry permits to carry firearms on public transit buses, vans, trains and… Read the rest

January 20, 2022

Transit Included in Governor Parson’s Budget Recommendations for 2023

During his State of the State address on January 19, Missouri Gov. Mike Parson released his budget recommendations for Fiscal Year 2023, which included key investments… Read the rest