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Jack will you join our union today? PPT Member dues start at just $2.75! You can become a member and help win campaigns for transit justice by signing up here!
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image description: collage of transit riders and transit workers holding signs that say "I'm a worker. Transit Moves Me!". Text in the middle of the photo says "For Rosa Parks' Birthday, Tell Governor Shapiro: Transit Moves Me with logos for Transit Equity Day and Transit for All PA! below.
Governor Shapiro's state budget address is on 2/4 and our public transit systems must be a top priority.
2,000 people wrote Shapiro in the last week to tell him that TRANSIT M♥VES ME.
Will you join us by sending your letter today?
Send your letter to Shapiro! [[link removed]]
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image description: collage of transit riders' selfies to Shapiro with signs that say "I'm a worker and transit moves me!"
Will you join our photo campaign by taking a selfie with a sign and sending it to us?
Make a simple sign, snap a photo, send to us and post to social! Show Governor Shapiro that every Pennsylvanian is moved by public transit, whether they ride the bus or not. Transit benefits our economy, environment, public health and community. It operates in every single Pennsylvania county and we need more so that we all can thrive.
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image description: collage of transit riders holding signs to Governor shapiro. With a photo of Gov. Shapiro on right side of the image.
Join Shapiro's Budget Address watch party to let him know that transit riders and transit workers are watching!
The hybrid watch party will occur online and in-person so anyone in PA can join. RSVP for the zoom link to join via the internet. Or join us at either of these locations for the in-person event:
Transit for All PA! Budget Address Watch Party - Virtual
Event will be hosted on Zoom
BYO coffee & treats!
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Transit for All PA! Budget Address Watch Party - Philly
Liberty Resources
112 N. Eighth Street, Suite 600
Philadelphia, PA 19107
Accessible, zero-step entry
Food & beverages provided
*Guests will be greeted at entry by a staffer
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Transit for All PA! Budget Address Watch Party - Pittsburgh
Friends Meeting House
4836 Ellsworth Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Accessible, zero-step entry
Food & beverages provided
*Guests will be greeted at entry by a staffer
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image description: collage of riders at the Friday Bus Line Redesign for All rally
Riders and workers rallied on Friday to tell our transit agency: the Bus Line Redesign Needs to Benefit All!
Even despite the rain, dozens of transit riders and transit workers rallied in the rain and testified at the PGH Regional Transit Board of Directors Meeting to support of a Bus Line Redesign that Benefits All!
Check out these news reports to see a recap of the event:
* Pittsburghers for Public Transit rally outside of annual PRT meeting ahead of bus line redesigns [[link removed]] , KDKA Pittsburgh Channel 2


* Pittsburghers for Public Transit express concerns over Bus Line Redesign draft [[link removed]] , By WTAE Pittsburgh Channel 4


* Pittsburghers for Public Transit report seeks fewer transit changes, more reliabilit [[link removed]] y, Pittsburgh Union Progress
[link removed] [[link removed]] >> READ OUR NEW ADVOCACY REPORT ON BUS LINE REDESIGN DRAFT 1.0
Our Research Committee used the rally to release their brand new report on Draft 1.0 of the Bus Line Redesign. If you haven't seen it yet >> you can read it here [[link removed]] .
[link removed] [[link removed]] Sign-on to our letter supporting a Bus Line Redesign To Benefit All!
With changes this big, it is critical that PRT do deep and sustained public outreach and have a process for incorporating what people say. >>SIGN ON TO SUPPORT! [[link removed]]
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image description: photo of City of Pittsburgh Bus Shelter with text that says More Bus Stops
Housing justice advocates emerge victorious after MARATHON 11-HOUR MEETING and Inclusionary Zoning proposal moves to City Council
Affordable housing and great public transit go hand in hand. After years of community organizing, we are very close to passing an inclusionary zoning policy that will build more mixed-income housing near our best transit.
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There is a (paid!) opportunity for you to shape a first time ever holistic, community-wide vision of the city's future - strategic goals, programs, policies, and actions to reach that vision.
Pittsburghers for Public Transit is encouraging our transit-friendly friends to apply for a position on the Community Working Group for the city's Comprehensive Plan. Act soon, though, applications will close quickly.
CWG members will have the opportunity to collect ideas from neighbors, host events, and help create materials & final recommendations for the Comprehensive Plan. Apply if this sounds like you - or share it with a friend!
Requirements:
You’re passionate about positively shaping the future of Pittsburgh for everyone.
You are well-connected to your neighbors and are interested in building connections with new neighbors.
You do not need formal training in planning or design to apply. The City is aiming to create a Community Working Group that reflects the diversity of perspectives & experiences in Pittsburgh.
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[link removed] [[link removed]] NextPittsburgh's Transportation for all event!
Next Pittsburgh's second event in the NEXT10 series is focused on transportation in our region. Leaders from key organizations will share their plans and perspectives on our region’s transportation, and how to make our city a place that is accessible and sustainable to navigate. Among the 4 speakers is PPT's own Laura Chu Wiens! >> RSVP + INFO [[link removed]]
Events
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* 🚨ACTION DEADLINE - Tell Gov. Shapiro that transit must be a top priority in Feb 4 budget address // TAKE ACTION HERE [[link removed]]


* TRANSIT M♥OVES US WATCH PARTY: Gov. Shapiro's Budget Address // Tuesday Feb 4, 12-1:30pm // Hybrid event (in person locations TBD in Pittsburgh and Philly or virtual on zoom) // SIGN UP [[link removed]]


* PPT Communications Committee Meeting // Tuesday, Feb 4, 6-7pm // Virtual // SIGN UP [[link removed]]


* PPT Monthly Meeting: TRANSIT M♥VES US! Let's win mo' money, for mo' transit this spring! // Wednesday, Feb 12th, 6:30pm - Social Time, 7-8:30pm Meeting // Virtual // Spanish language and ASL interpretation will be available // SIGN UP [[link removed]]


* PPT Accessibility Committee Meeting // Monday, Feb 17 6-7pm // Virtual // RSVP [[link removed]]


* Next Pittsburgh Next10: Transportation // Tuesday, February 18, 6-8pm // in-person // Attack Theatre 212 45th Street Pittsburgh, PA 15201// L EARN MORE OR TICKETS [[link removed]]


* Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit // Saturday, February 22, 9am-5pm // in-person // RSVP, INFO, TICKETS [[link removed]]
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