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Release Date: 
Aug. 27, 2018

The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is the region’s largest public transit provider, offering safe, reliable and affordable transportation services about 370,000 times per day. Besides operating more than 1,200 buses on METRO’s network, METRORail's system includes the Red Line (Main Street and Northline), Green Line (East End) and Purple Line (Southeast). METRO’s services also include: STAR Vanpool, METROLift, HOV/HOT lanes, Bike & Ride program, Park & Ride, and road improvement projects. Learn more about METRO services at ridemetro.org where you will also find useful tools like the RideMETRO app where you can plan your trip and even pay your fare from your phone.

About Missouri City:

Missouri City is a vibrant community located in Fort Bend and Harris Counties known for its rich legacy of history, culture and tradition. The 61-year-old “Show Me City” is recognized as a family-friendly community with award- winning master-planned subdivisions, pristine parks and A+ amenities. And, when it comes to success, Missouri City is proud of many stellar achievements, including being one of the safest cities in the nation, having a Texas “Recognized” law enforcement agency, receiving a “Scenic City” platinum seal of approval, earning designation as an All-America City Award Finalist and being the hometown of Crystle Stewart, who was Miss Texas USA and Miss USA in 2008.

The municipality is also known for its fiscal fitness. For more than three decades, Missouri City has earned the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Home to about 74,000 residents in 2017, Missouri City is situated just minutes from Houston with convenient access to the Galleria, the Texas Medical Center, two major airports, the Port of Houston, downtown Houston, the Toyota Center, Minute Maid Park, BBVA Compass Stadium and NRG Stadium.

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New Transit Connection Now Available in Missouri City

The Missouri City (MCTX) Community Connector carried its first riders today. A ribbon cutting event kicked off the new service. It is the result of a Missouri City/ METRO partnership. 

"I want to express my excitement and gratitude to the leadership of Missouri City for working with METRO staff to make this day a reality. Collaborations like this not only improve mobility for communities but strengthen our region,"  METRO Board Member Cindy Siegel said. 

The on-demand, curb-to-destination Community Connector builds on Park & Ride and METROLift services that were previously available, adding another transit connection to "the Show Me City."

"We're tickled to kick this off. We waited a long time to do this. I am one of those who believes mobility is a regional effort. I think for our students and our seniors this is really going to be special," said Missouri City Mayor Allen Owen.

With the first phase now underway, METRO and Missouri City will explore how additional transit connections can be added.

"Adaptability is key to the success of this pilot project we hope will act as a model for those that follow," said METRO President & CEO Tom Lambert.

The highly adaptable, MCTX Community Connector is designed to meet the needs of residents. It allows a rider to plan a trip by making a reservation for curbside pickup service. Passengers can also board at the top of every hour at one of two anchor sites. They are located at the Walmart Super Store, 5501 Highway 6 and Missouri City Park & Ride. Service is available seven days a week from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m. within the zone. Trips can be scheduled by calling the reservation line at least three hours in advance at 713-739-3823. More information about fares and how to ride can be found at ridemetro.org.