The Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) recently received a 2024 Community Transportation Award for State Leadership from the Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA). The MPTA was among six distinguished recipients of awards presented in varying categories at the annual CTAA EXPO in West Palm Beach, Fla., in mid-June. These awards recognized the unwavering dedication, innovative approaches and outstanding service of individuals and organizations that have significantly contributed to their communities.
The CTAA’s State Leadership Award was presented to the MPTA for being a fierce advocate for public and community transportation at the state and local level. More specifically, the award recognized the organization for providing creative, effective and continuing training and technical assistance programs; demonstrating use of new concepts, strategies, procedures and policies to best support its local transit systems; and effectively communicating local concerns and priorities at the state and federal level.
“These awards give CTAA a platform to highlight the significant contributions made by individuals, agencies, systems, and partners in the community transportation industry nationwide,” shared CTAA Executive Director Scott Bogren.
Kimberly Cella, the executive director of the MPTA added, “The association released the 2023 Economic Impact Study of Transit in Missouri earlier this year. This crucial report helped to quantify the economic impact of public transit services in the state of Missouri and ultimately played a role in helping to secure historic levels of state funding for public transit for the second consecutive year. We’ve been working hard and are beyond grateful to have received an award of this caliber from the CTAA. It’s truly an honor.”
To learn more about the MPTA, visit www.mopublictransit.org.
Missouri Public Transit Association (MPTA) was established in 1980 as a Missouri non-profit corporation. It was formed to provide a unified voice for public and specialized transportation providers in Missouri and to work toward elevating the status of public transit as a national priority.
The Community Transportation Association of America (CTAA) and its members believe mobility is a basic human right. CTAA members are in the business of moving people efficiently and cost-effectively. CTAA staff, board, and state/tribal delegates are dedicated to ensuring that all Americans, regardless of age, ability, geography, or income, have access to safe, affordable, and reliable transportation. Our priority is our members and the communities and passengers they serve. Learn more at ctaa.org.
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