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- EIN 43-1412738
- info@cmt-stl.org
- (314) 231-7272
- 911 Washington Ste 200 St Louis MO 63101 USA
- www.cmt-stl.org
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Nonprofit Overview
Causes: Economic Development, Environment, Public Transportation Systems, Urban & Community Economic Development
Mission: CMT leads efforts for an integrated, affordable, and convenient public transportation system with light rail expansion as the critical component that will drive economic growth to improve quality of life in the St. Louis region.
Results: Three decades ago CMT began its mission to introduce MetroLink to the St. Louis metropolitan area. Since its opening in 1993, ridership has exceeded expectations with an average of 66,000 people choosing MetroLink each day during summer months. What’s more, because of MetroLink integration with the bus system, St. Louisans once again have a public transit system competitive with automobile travel. CMT members have played key roles in the passage of funding measures for the expansion of MetroLink and other transportation improvements in the region. Our mission does not stop here but reaches far beyond the scope of the MetroLink expansion debate to rebuilding the St. Louis City, County, and Illinois neighborhoods by investing in rail transit. Rail transit is not just a way to move from point A to B but a means to energize and revitalize existing communities.
Target demographics: public transit
Direct beneficiaries per year: over 3000 people to use the transit system for the first time for their work commute
Geographic areas served: the St. Louis metropolitan area
Programs: educational programs, ridership incentive programs, programs to support current riders, policy initiatives