SCCTD Hosted “Rails, Trails and Art” Event on May 11
The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) hosted an event in celebration of the new “Rails, Trails and Art” installation featuring ten, vibrant, moving Shtick People Sculptures created by local architect-artist Gary Karasek, which are now positioned along the 11-mile MetroBikeLink. The free, community event, was held Saturday, May 11, at 9 a.m. at the …
Red Bird Express: Buy Before You Ride
New ticketing options this year for the Red Bird Express. You can use the mobile ticket options through Token Transit, or you can buy your tickets onsite at the Ticket Booth at St. Clair Square (cash only). Remember Tickets must be purchased before you get in line to board the bus. There will be no cash …
The St. Clair County Transit District Muny Express Returns for the 2019 Season
The St. Clair County Transit District provides specialized service to the historic Muny in Forest Park during the summer months. The Muny Express runs every Friday from St. Clair Square beginning June 14, followed by six additional Friday night shows. The Muny Express picks up Muny goers near the water tower at the Fairview Heights …
SCCTD ANNOUNCES SHUTTLE TO WORLD WIDE TECHNOLOGY RACEWAY
Belleville, IL May 13, 2019 – St. Clair County Transit District announced a new shuttle service to the World Wide Technology Raceway (WWT) (formerly Gateway Racetrack) for three upcoming races. The shuttle is a low cost and easy alternative for fans traveling to and from WWT Raceway. Shuttle drop off and pick up will take …
Transit Option for Belleville’s Nationally Recognized Art on the Square
Transit is a great option for the upcoming nationally acclaimed art fair in downtown Belleville this weekend, Art on the Square. Now in its 18th year, Art on the Square is held annually the weekend after Mother’s Day. The celebration features the original work of over 100 accomplished international artists, musical and stage performances as …
UPDATE: SCCTD to Host “Rails, Trails and Art” Event on May 11 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) is hosting an event in celebration of the new “Rails, Trails and Art” installation featuring ten, vibrant, moving Shtick People Sculptures created by local architect-artist Gary Karasek, which are now positioned along the 11-mile MetroBikeLink. This free, community event, slated for Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to …
Belleville Running Club Greens Up MetroBikeLink Trail
Members of the Belleville Running Club (BRC) planted 16 Hackberry trees along the MetroBikeLink trail between the McKinley connector and Green Mount Road. These native trees, donated by Forest ReLeaf, will be planted approximately 50 feet apart from each other on the south side of the trail. The BRC is co-sponsor of the Belleville Main …
TRANSIT DISTRICT WORKING TO IMPROVE RIDER EXPERIENCE THROUGH ENHANCED SECURITY and EXPANSION OF METROBIKELINK
The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) Board of Trustees continues to work to improve the rider experience in Southwestern Illinois. At the April 16 Board meeting, they approved two contracts to continue to improve service for all riders and residents. The board approved two contracts to improve the rider experience. The SCCTD Board awarded …
TRANSIT DISTRICT WORKING TO IMPROVE RIDER EXPERIENCE THROUGH SYSTEM REVISIONING
The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) Board of Trustees continues to work to improve the rider experience in Southwestern Illinois. At the April 16 Board meeting, they approved a contract with TMD to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the 18 fixed bus routes in Southwestern Illinois. The study will look at changing service options …
SCCTD Hosts Rails, Trails and Art Event May 11
The St. Clair County Transit District (SCCTD) is hosting a public event celebrating Rails, Trails and Art with food, fun, and prizes along the MetroBikeLink featuring local architect-artist, Gary Karasek’s Schtick People Sculptures on Saturday, May 11, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Belleville MetroLink Station and along the MetroBikeLink Trail. Sponsored by …
Red Bird Express on a Roll for 2019 Season
St. Clair County Transit District is excited to announce Illinois residents are flocking to the Red Bird Express. Ridership on the 2019 Red Bird Express topped 28 percent for the first homestand including record ridership on Sunday, April 7. The Red Bird Express had record-breaking ridership numbers in 2018, and the 2019 ridership is soaring. …