Citizens for Modern Transit is hosting a “Candid Conversation with Commuters” in partnership with Metro Transit and the St. Clair County Transit District at noon on Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, via Zoom.
It will provide a platform for transit riders, and the community, to ask questions about the new MetroBus fare system, Call-A-Ride changes, the latest developments tied to the Secure Platform Plan, transit expansion efforts, possible service changes in March 2025, and more.
The virtual event is free and open to the public. Registration is required and can be completed at www.cmt-stl.org.
The discussion will feature Trenise Winters, Metro Transit assistant executive director of Metro Transit; Jessica Gershman, Metro Transit assistant executive director of planning & system development; Timothy Nittler, Metro Transit senior director of capital projects; and Tom Curran, Bi-State Development executive vice-president of administration.
Kimberly Cella, Citizens for Modern Transit executive director, will moderate the event.
Those interested in submitting a question in advance of the forum can do so via Citizens for Modern Transit’s social media channels or by emailing the advocacy organization directly at info@cmt-stl.org. Questions will also be taken through the “chat” feature on Zoom during the forum.
“There are a host of changes in store for transit in 2025, and we wanted to start off the year by providing riders, and our stakeholders, with as much information as possible so they know what to expect,” commented Cella.
“This forum provides a platform for the public to ask questions and gain insights on Metro Transit routes, frequencies, fare policies and more.”
CMT also holds quarterly “Talking Transit” events designed to keep members, elected officials, stakeholders, transit riders and others in the loop on issues and efforts influencing the local transit system.
The gatherings feature guest speakers and panel discussions that address a wide range of topics, including transit-oriented development, safety and security, best practices, service changes and more.
To learn more about these events and how CMT is working to further transit access in the St. Louis region, visit www.cmt-stl.org.