Citizens for Modern Transit - Talking Transit

2025 Missouri Statewide Transit Needs Assessment Study Results

Kim Cella Season 1 Episode 2

In this episode of Talking Transit, the results of the 2025 Missouri Statewide Transit Needs Assessment Study are discussed, including a look at ridership levels across the state, how demand for transit has changed over time, and the costs of delivery service.  

Featured Speakers:

  • Peter Williams, Lochmueller Group
  • Dorothy Yeager, OATS Transit
  • Matt Crawford, City Utilities of Springfield
  • Taulby Raoch, Bi-State Development/Metro Transit

Key Topics Covered:

  • Transit ridership trends in rural and urban areas of Missouri
  • Changes in transit demand over time
  • Factors impacting the cost of providing transit service
  • Importance of state investment in transit across Missouri

Learn more:

Visit www.mopublictransit.org to access the full study and the importance of state investment in transit.