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PPT Demands Public Process in Port Authority CEO Search
PPT presented the following letter to the Port Authority Board today, naming specific qualities that should be looked for in a Port Authority CEO, and requesting a public process to screen candidates for the position: —– To the Port Authority Board and CEO Hiring Committee, The Port Authority plays a key role in shaping the […]
Port Authority Delays Implementing “Proof of Payment” System on the T
The Port Authority has just announced a postponement of the implementation of the “Proof of Payment” system on the T until at least October! While we agree that the implementation should be delayed, we are disappointed that the Port Authority has not addressed our coalition’s concerns about the use of armed Port Authority police to […]
“Groups Train Volunteers to Oppose Port Authority Fare Enforcement Policy”
“We’re talking about for less than $5, we’re going to give people a citation up to $300,” Brandi Fisher of the Alliance for Police Accountability said during a presentation about the policy before training began. “We’ve already seen across America where very small incidents can lead to someone’s death.” from the Post Gazette article by […]
Port Authority Holding Community Meetings on BRT
Port Authority is holding BRT community education and feedback meetings in Oakland: June 19+28 Uptown: June 20 Greenfield and Squirrel Hill: June 27 Downtown: June 28 Come out and give your input on station location, and find out your how bus service in your community will be impacted. Folks that ride the 61a, 61b, 61c, […]
“Coalition ‘disappointed’ with Port Authority fare enforcement policy meeting”
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 to collect more signatures. In addition, there will be a public meeting at 6 […]
PPT calls for more equitable partnerships with autonomous vehicle companies
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 street demonstration against the company’s decision to continue airport service when taxi drivers had halted rides […]