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Gladstone approves new door‑to‑door transit contract with Guest Missouri Holding LLC to replace IRIS service

5750775 · August 12, 2025
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Summary

The council adopted Resolution R‑25‑47 authorizing a contract with Guest Missouri Holding LLC to provide door‑to‑door public transportation in Gladstone, effective Sept. 1, replacing KCATA/IRIS service; riders will pay a $3 shared fare to destinations in the northern metro area.

The Gladstone City Council on Aug. 11 adopted Resolution R‑25‑47 authorizing the city manager to execute a contract with Guest Missouri Holding LLC to provide public transportation services for Gladstone residents. City Manager Bob Baer said the city will terminate its contract with KCATA for IRIS services effective Sept. 1 and begin service with Guest, a company based in Cincinnati, under the new agreement.

Why it matters: The change was presented as a cost‑stability measure. Baer said the city decided to end the…

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