March 1, 2023
March 2023
Return to Blog- Bi-State Development (BSD) approved six station construction packages, comprising four to seven MetroLink stations. The first package of four stations, including Jackie Joyner-Kersee Center, College, Emerson Park, and Washington Park, is slated for construction bidding in August 2023.
- The Board of Commissioners selected Masabi as the electronic fare collection provider. The new system will integrate with the SPP and open gates at all MetroLink stations.
- HNTB presented various gating options for consideration with an analysis of each selection’s security level, accessibility, throughput, footprint, and pavement integration. BSD decided to proceed with HNTB’s primary recommendation, the free-wheel roto gate, along with a swing door for ADA and emergency access.
- The SPP Leadership Team engaged with multiple regional associations, including the Brentwood, University City, Maplewood, and Richmond Heights Mayor and City Council.