Weigh In on the MetroBikeLink System
The St. Clair County Transit District is currently surveying the public regarding the MetroBikeLink trail system. Whether you are an occasional or avid user, we invite you to weigh in today by taking the survey.
SCCTD Board Supports Improvements to MetroBikeLink System
The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) Board of Trustees approved several contracts at its July 16 Board Meeting to ensure continued delivery of a worldclass trail system in Southwestern Illinois. The board approved a contract with Demond Sign Company for $242,790 for production of a comprehensive signage package for the MetroBikeLink system. SCCTD has …
Public Safety Building is Complete
Construction has been completed on the new $15 million Public Safety Building at Emerson Park Transit Center. State and local officials are set to celebrate its official grand opening in July 2024. This facility and the operations within will help bolster communications and security collaboration among Metro Transit, the St. Clair County Sheriff’s Department, Metro …
Illinois Center for Autism to Hold Family Fun-Fest on SCCTD MetroBikeLink
The Illinois Center for Autism (ICA) will hold its Pedal for Autism Family Fun-Fest event on August 17, 2024 on the St. Clair County Transit District MetroBikeLink system. The event will begin and end at Southwestern Illinois College. The ICA’s annual bike ride will take place from 7-9 a.m. with the Fun-Fest following from 10 …
BELLEVILLE MAYOR PATTY GREGORY APPOINTED TO SCCTD BOARD
Patty Gregory, the Mayor of the City of Belleville, has been appointed as the newest member of St. Clair County Transit District’s Board of Directors. She will serve a four-year term on the board. Mayor Gregory is the first female to serve at the helm of the City of Belleville and has become a driving …
Metro Transit is a Great Way to Get to STL Play
Area residents have the opportunity to head to downtown St. Louis to cheer on their favorite professional sports teams this summer. With both the Cardinals and the St. Louis CITY SC stadiums located just steps away from a MetroLink station, transit is a great option for travel that can save you time and money. “I …
St. Clair County Transit District Hires Austin Rauscher as Engineering Technician
The St. Clair County Transit District recently announced that Austin Rauscher, of Lebanon, Ill., has been hired as an engineering technician. He will be responsible for assisting with procurement, facility support and operations, bike/pedestrian trail expansion and special projects. He will also work to help further state grants and community events. Rauscher brings five years …
Metro Transit Hiring Event Coming to East St. Louis on June 8
On Saturday, June 8, Metro Transit will hold its monthly hiring event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Illinois MetroBus Facility located at 801 North 47th Street in East St. Louis. On-site interviews will take place for Metro Mechanics, Metro Call-A-Ride Van Operators, and MetroBus Operators. Qualified candidates will receive an offer following …
Look for Changes to the #8 Alta Sita MetroBus on June 17
Metro Transit will undergo its quarterly service change on June 17. The #8 Alta Sita MetroBus route in St. Clair County will undergo a schedule adjustment. This route will operate on a 30-minute schedule on weekdays and weekends. This change is necessary due to the closure of the 26th Street Bridge in East St. Louis. …
SCCTD To Operate Shuttle Bus During Art on the Square in Belleville
Take transit to Art on the Square which will take place in Belleville between Friday, May 17, and Sunday, May 19. The St. Clair County Transit District will operate a shuttle bus between the Belleville Transit Center located at 800 Scheel Street and the event which is taking place at the Belleville Public Square. The …
Final Design Concept has been Approved for the “Transit Stop Transformation” Project at the Fairview Heights Transit Center
After getting input from transit riders, area residents, elected officials and stakeholders through a series of in-person and virtual opportunities, a finalized design concept has been approved for the “Transit Stop Transformation Project” at the Fairview Heights Transit Center in Fairview Heights, IL. The project – being completed in conjunction with the St. Clair County Transit …