by Dan Yablonsky | Jun 8, 2017 | Uncategorized
A coalition of groups concerned about Port Authority’s plan to use armed police officers for fare enforcement is turning up the heat against the policy. The coalition began gathering signatures on petitions at light-rail stations Wednesday and posted a petition online...
by Dan Yablonsky | May 22, 2017 | Uncategorized
PPT was recently referenced in a New York Times article about Pittsburgh’s relationship to Uber. from the article: In January, Pittsburghers for Public Transit, a nonprofit representing bus drivers and riders, organized a #DeleteUber social media campaign and a...
by Dan Yablonsky | May 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
Port Authority released their fare enforcement policy: Here is the coalition’s earlier request to meet with the Port Authority about the policy, including our specific requests. We think a policy with such significant impact on riders should be influenced by the...
by Dan Yablonsky | May 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
A huge win for Mifflin Estates! Props to everyone who helped make this happen! Port Authority says it will restore service to Mifflin Estates, use part surplus to balance proposed budget by Ed Blazina, Pittsburgh Post Gazette Starr Magwood has watched for more than...
by Dan Yablonsky | May 2, 2017 | Uncategorized
PPT is very pleased to announce that Laura Wiens has accepted our offer to become the PPT Director. She will start in mid-June, and Molly’s last day will be June 30th. Please join us in welcoming Laura in her new role! Laura has been involved with Pittsburghers...
by Dan Yablonsky | Apr 28, 2017 | Uncategorized
In response to concerns from advocates, Port Authority delays implementation of proof of payment on the T. Representatives from Casa San Jose, Alliance for Police Accountability, Pghers for Public Transit, the Thomas Merton Center, and the Pennsylvania Interfaith...
