A BRT with bike concept for Fifth Ave created by the Royal Netherlands Embassy during the ThinkBike workshop

Bus Rapid transit an opportunity to rethink our streets

Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) cannot move forward unless it is supported by Pittsburghers of all walks of life. A great way to connect with the stakeholders and groups behind this project is through community meetings, which will be scheduled periodically.

BRT will completely redesign our streets by creating dedicated space for buses, and possibly even bicycles. We fully support the expansion of transit. In Pittsburgh, Bus Rapid Transit hasn’t accommodated bikes, and has actually created less places for people on bikes to safely ride.  We feel that the expansion of the BRT is an opportunity to make sure that all forms of transportation are accommodated in a new street redesign, so we encourage cyclists to attend these meetings.

Come to the public meetings to learn more about BRT or share your thoughts.  Everyone is welcome!

For more info on the future of BRT in Pittsburgh, see: http://gettherepgh.org/

You can also send thoughts and questions online: http://gettherepgh.org/get-involved/ask-question/

Upcoming Community Meetings:

Oakland
Thursday, Sept. 27, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
University of Pittsburgh Alumni Hall, First Floor Ballroom
4227 Fifth Avenue, Oakland
(Hosted by Oakland Planning & Development Corporation and Oakland Transportation Management Association)

East End
Monday, October 1, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Carnegie Library – East Liberty (across from the East Liberty Presbyterian Church)
130 South Whitfield St., East Liberty
(Hosted by East Liberty Development, Inc.)

Uptown
Thursday, October 4, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
UPMC Mercy Hospital, Sr. Ferdinand Clark Auditorium
1400 Locust Street, Uptown
Free parking in Mercy Garage (ticket will be validated)
(Hosted by Uptown Partners)

Hill District
Hill District Community Meeting
Thursday, October 11, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Elsie H. Hillman Auditorium at Kaufmann Center (next to the Hill House Center)
1825 Centre Avenue, Hill District

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