Project Overview
West Pittsburgh encompasses a diverse tapestry of communities, including neighborhoods like Elliott, Esplen, Sheraden, and West End. While primarily residential, the area boasts a rich industrial heritage and a vibrant yet under-utilized commercial district. Notably, West Pittsburgh has long served as a transportation hub, particularly with the West End Busway, which remains a core strength and opportunity for the neighborhoods.
Despite convenient access to regional destinations including the North Shore, Downtown, and the airport corridor, a perception persists that West Pittsburgh is disconnected. Elevating community gateways and improving connections within neighborhoods, especially for public transit users and individuals who walk or use other mobility devices, will benefit the existing residents of West Pittsburgh and attract new individuals to the area.
Project Outcomes
As identified in the Racial & Ethnic Approaches to Community Health (REACH) by Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) & Centers for Disease Control (CDC), this mobility plan aims to focus on four prominent West Pittsburgh communities: West End, Esplen, Elliott & Sheraden. The plan aims to reduce health disparities and achieve health equity by promoting healthy living and active lifestyle within these communities.
The plan will address three key areas:
- Pedestrian & Traffic Safety
- Connectivity & Accessibility Improvement Among Neighborhoods
- Community Placemaking & Wayfinding
General Community Input
Do you have a mobility concern or concept that isn't covered in the options above, or want to tell us something important about mobility in the project area? Please use this section to provide us with some general input about the project area or your mobility concerns. (max 140 characters).
