Submitted by metracta t3_11h1kx7 in pittsburgh
Pittsburgh’s east end seems like an area absolutely ripe for a light rail system expansion. It is densely populated, serves many commuters from other parts of the city, is relatively flat, and gets frequent visitation every day of the week (both business and recreation). Fifth, Forbes, Penn and Liberty are all streets that could make sense for a light rail line. I know the busway exists, but it is not as convenient and acts more like a commuter route to bypass many blocks of the city as opposed to a rail line that has a dedicated right of way and stops frequently to connect to many neighborhoods. Wondering what the thoughts are from locals, from a Pittsburgh ex-pat who enjoys taking transit in Chicago every day