Considering pedaling to work during the G-20 Summit? Bike Pittsburgh offers great tips for people planning to bike in to work this Thursday and Friday. Visit www.bike-pgh.org for details!
 

A Message from the PDP: Sept. 9, 2009

First Phase of Security Plans Released
On Sept. 8, the Secret Service announced its first phase of security restrictions for the upcoming Pittsburgh Summit 2009 on Sept. 24 and 25.

The restricted zone will be put in place starting at 8 p.m. on Sept. 23 and will conclude at 8 p.m. on Sept. 25. A map, which includes details on the restricted pedestrian access area, the restricted vehicle area and pedestrian access points, can be found here.  The checkpoints for pedestrians will be at 9th Street and Penn Avenue and 10th Street and Liberty Avenue. Anyone seeking to enter the zone through the checkpoints will be screened using magnetometers, however credentials are not required. This means patrons will be able to access businesses and restaurants inside the security perimeter without credentials. However, it is a good idea for anyone in Downtown to carry their photo identification (such as a driver’s license) at all times. If you work Downtown, carry a business card as well.

Port Authority of Allegheny County

* Transit commuters will be able to get Downtown during G-20. (Pittsburgh Business Times, Tuesday, Sept. 1)

Stay up-to-date on Port Authority route changes during the Pittsburgh Summit.  Most, if not all, Port Authority routes will change during the week of the G-20 Pittsburgh Summit, September 21 - 25. Routes could potentially change daily and unexpected changes may occur through the week. We encourage you to sign up for e-mail notifications for the most updated news.

You can also follow the Port Authority on Twitter via @PGHtransit.

Helpful Tools

The Port Authority created some useful tools to keep you in the loop regarding changes to transit route information.

Port Authority’s G-20 Web page includes details for every route:
http://www.portauthority.org/g20
The page will offer an interactive map showing where service will be offered Downtown. Also, any unanticipated service changes during the week of G-20 will be posted here. 

E-mail sign up: 
http://www.portauthority.org/g20
Specific route information will be e-mailed as soon as it becomes available. E-mail updates will also be sent if unanticipated route changes occur during the week of G-20.

Twitter updates:
Riders will be updated on our route changes through the Authority’s Twitter site (PGHtransit), located at http://twitter.com/pghtransit

Employers: Port Authority is working directly with the region’s largest employers to provide route information as soon as it is available. Companies may call 412.566.5136 or e-mail jritchie@portauthority.org to ensure they are contacted.

Schools: Port Authority is ensuring all major schools in the Downtown and Oakland areas receive detailed information when it is available. Schools may call 412.566.5136 or e-mail jritchie@portauthority.org to ensure they are contacted.