Security gates have now been installed at the platforms of the Union Station and Civic Center stations.
The St. Louis city stations are the most recent to complete the installation of new security gates, fencing, and real-time surveillance cameras as part of the Secure Platform Plan. Members of the Metro Transit Public Safety team will be on location to assist customers through the security gates until a new fare collection system is installed and integrated with the gating system.
MetroLink customers must show the security officer their valid pass or transit ticket to have them activate the gate so the customer can proceed to the MetroLink platform. Customers should allow extra time for their commutes when first navigating the new gate procedure to access the MetroLink platform.
Union Station and Civic Center join Emerson Park, Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center, Washington Park, College, Cortex, and Delmar Loop as stations with the new security measures.
Installation of security gates and fencing is nearing completion at the Forest Park-DeBaliviere, Central West End, and Grand stations.
The initial implementation of the Secure Platform Plan (SPP) will be finished by early 2026 at all 39 MetroLink stations.