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.