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Think transit funding is just a Pittsburgh and Philly problem? Think again.
We’ve been saying it for some time: contrary to what many believe, the state’s chronic underfunding of transit isn’t just a Pittsburgh or Philadelphia problem. Riders of systems across the Commonwealth are now coming to grips with the fact that without stable,...
With Public Transit in Crisis, Rally Urges Action on Funding Solutions
Mobilify Southwestern Pennsylvania has been working to bring together groups to emphasize how important transit is to the vitality of the city and its suburbs, how essential it is to residents’ dignity and livelihoods, how important it is to the region’s economy – and...
PRT is Warning of Deep Cuts that Include Fare Hikes, Service and Route Changes
Pittsburgh Regional Transit is facing a 35% service cut that could take effect as early as February 2026 due to a lack of sufficient state funding. In a worst-case scenario, PRT will have to eliminate 41 of its 100 routes and restrict service on 34 others. The cuts...
State Officials Must Work Together to Keep Transit Rolling
State transit funding is stuck in the mud, Mobilify Executive Director Chris Sandvig writes in The Tribune-Review and PennLive | The Patriot-News, and the only way out is for the administration and lawmakers to work as a team to keep us all rolling. “It’s not just a...
Governor’s Budget Proposes $292 Million Boost for Transit
Gov. Josh Shapiro’s proposed 2025-26 General Fund budget would raise the annual share of the state’s sales tax revenue that goes to transit agencies by 1.75%, generating an additional $292 million annually for mass transit in the first year. The amount would grow to...
Reimagining Downtown Pittsburgh Requires a New Vision for Public Transit
In October, state and local elected officials gathered with corporate and nonprofit leaders, private developers, foundations, organized labor and artists to announce an ambitious 10-year, $600 million strategic revitalization plan for downtown Pittsburgh. This could...
TCampPGH 2023: Don’t Call it a Conference
Bethani Cameron & Olivia Perfetti | December 19, 2023 Pitt’s Benedum Hall buzzed with diverse and dynamic conversations as more than 100 government officials, consultants, non-profit leaders, students, engineers, and plain old transit nerds gathered last month to...
How to Get Around Pittsburgh Without a Car
We’ve all heard the myth that you can’t get by in Pittsburgh without a car. But did you know Pittsburgh is consistently listed as one of the most walkable, bikeable, transit-friendly cities in the US? Learn how you can plan your trips without a car!
Beyond Bridges and Tunnels: Pittsburgh’s City Steps
Perched on the hillsides that surround Pittsburgh’s downtown area are a network of city stairs that have become an iconic feature of the city’s landscape. These stairs, which number over 700 and span more than 44,000 steps, were originally constructed to connect the neighborhoods located on the steep hills. While they were designed to provide an efficient way for people to travel up and down the hills, they have come to mean so much more to the people of Pittsburgh.
How Celebrities and Big Events Drive Momentum for Public Transit
Taylor Swift’s sold-out concerts have unwittingly transformed her into a beacon for public transit. The sheer dedication of her fans, affectionately known as Swifties, has resulted in an influx of commuters flooding trains, buses, and subways en route to catch her performances. Transit agencies have astutely leveraged this surge by adapting their services to meet the heightened demand, offering additional routes and frequencies tailored to concertgoers’ needs.
