MPTA LAUNCHES COVID-19 UPDATE CENTER (APRIL 7, 2020)

In an effort to provide Missouri transit agencies with the most up to date COVID-19 transit-related news and resources, the MPTA has created a COVID-19 Update Center, accessible from the home page of the MPTA website.  This collection of resources and news is continuously updated with a focus on cleaning, operator safety, service changes, and legislative updates around the ever-evolving COVID-19 pandemic.  Click the button below to explore the update center now.

RIBTC CONFERENCE RESCHEDULED
National RTAP eNews, April 30, 2020
The National Conference on Rural Public & Intercity Bus Transportation (RIBTC) - "Making Connections to a Better Future," has been rescheduled for October 24-27, 2021.  The venue will still be Charleston, SC.  People who have registered and are not able to attend during the new dates may cancel by July 31, 2020 and receive a full refund.  Otherwise, the registration for the original dates automatically will be applied to the new dates.

NSC ANNOUNCES TASK FORCE ON SAFELY BRINGING EMPLOYEES BACK TO WORK
National Safety Council, April 23, 2020
The National Safety Council has launched SAFER:  Safe Actions for Employee Returns, a comprehensive, multifaceted effort to help guide employers through the process of safely resuming traditional work and operations now and in a post-COVID-19 pandemic environment.  The task force comprises nonprofit organizations, businesses, medical professionals, government agencies and trade associations – all with the intention of sharing their expertise to develop industry- and risk-specific resources and recommendations for U.S. employers of all sizes.  The task force will issue recommendations and develop guidance for employers as they navigate the changed work environment and determine the most critical needs to ensure the safety of their workers.  Click here for complete article.  Get the SAFER Framework here.