Don’t miss this unique training for anyone in the transit industry. The Overdose Education and Naloxone Distribution Training (OEND) training covers a variety of information to assist in allowing persons to learn more about several areas concerning addiction and overdoses. Topics that will be covered include: What is Addiction, The Changing Landscape of Drug Use, … Continued
The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) selected St. Louis-based Lochmueller Group – a full-service survey, planning, engineering and environmental firm – to lead a Statewide Transit Needs Assessment Study last fall. Lochmueller Group will present the results of those findings as well as policy recommendations moving forward. The firm examined public transit access across Missouri, … Continued
2022 MPTA Conference will be held September 28-29 at the University Plaza Hotel & Convention Center in Springfield, MO. REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOW CLOSED
The transit advocacy organization Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) in partnership with the Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) has announced plans for its next virtual “Talking Transit” event, which is set for Thursday, October 27, at 8:30 a.m. via ZOOM. This event will highlight the state of transit in Missouri following a historic win at the … Continued
Join MPTA for a virtual round table discussion on vehicle maintenance challenges via Zoom on Wednesday, December 7 at 12:00 pm as part of MPTA’s Education Series. Pre-registration is required to attend and can be completed HERE. Vehicle maintenance issues are one of the many challenges facing transit providers across Missouri. From worker shortages to supply chain disruptions, … Continued
MPTA's next Education Series Event will present an update on the Kansas City Streetcar Expansion work underway, including the Main Street and Riverfront extensions. Join us virtually via Zoom on Tuesday, February 7 at 8:30 am. Pre-registration is required and can be completed HERE. Hear from Tom Gerend, Executive Director of the Kansas City Streetcar Authority and David Johnson, Project Leader at … Continued
MPTA's next Education Series event will explore the impacts of the legalization of marijuana in Missouri on drug and alcohol testing in the transit sector. Join us virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, May 3 at 8:30 am. Pre-registration is required and can be completed HERE. Hear from Iyon Rosario, Sr. Drug and Alcohol Program Manager … Continued
MPTA Education Series Presents: Succession Planning - an Organizational Perspective. Join us virtually via Zoom on Wednesday, June 21 at 8:30 am. Pre-registration is required and can be completed HERE. Caryn Souza, Deputy Executive Director - Training and Certification Programs at CTAA will provide MPTA members with an in-depth overview of success planning for your … Continued
Join MPTA for a virtual round table discussion on Recruitment and Retention on Wednesday, August 30 at 12:00 pm as part of MPTA's Education Series. Pre-registration is required to attend and can be completed HERE. Speakers from KCATA will tell the story of their agency's successful recruitment and retention efforts amid a challenging labor market. … Continued
Early bird registration is open for the 4-State 2023 Midwest Transit Conference. This two day conference will provide opportunities to meet with other transit professionals, stakeholders, elected and interested citizens from across the Midwest. Hosted at the Westin Kansas City at Crown Center, this event brings forth a unique opportunity to share innovative ideas and best … Continued