In 1981, the Scott City Senior Citizens Transportation System, Inc. was established to meet the growing need for accessible and reliable transportation services within the Scott City community. The organization began with a single van and one RSVP volunteer, providing essential transportation to residents who otherwise faced challenges traveling to medical appointments, grocery stores, and other vital destinations.
As community needs increased, the service area expanded in 1985 to include the Chaffee area. This growth marked an important milestone for the organization and led to a formal name change to Scott County Transit System, Inc., reflecting its broader service coverage.
Continued expansion took place in 1988 when the organization extended its services to Sikeston and the surrounding rural areas. This step allowed SCTS to offer transportation throughout Scott County, ensuring that anyone across the region had access to safe, dependable, and affordable transportation options.
