Bussin' the Burgh

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Idea Overview

Have buses use neighborhood hubs so buses don't have to go downtown for short trips. Have Jerome Bettis be our spokesman.

Idea Round Up Concept Sheet

Who worked on idea?

Cheryl Michalec, Mike Assad, Jane Hadburgh, Julie Hepner

What is the idea?

Have buses use neighborhood hubs so buses don't have to go downtown for short trips. Have Jerome Bettis be our spokesman.

How would idea work?

• "Way to Go Pittsburgh" pamphlets were helpful, maps downtown still says "Three River Stadium"
• New buses could use biofuels, with bikeracks!
• Color coded, 4 main lines, run more often
• Transportation simplified
• Maps at stops, access to maps
• Hotline phones at stops could tell people the route they need to take. Multi-lingual
• Artists make panoramic scenes, mural type representations of the neighborhoods at the two ends of the bus runs. One example: Cathedral of Learning and Carnegie Museums on the side and maybe the zoo
• Bus radio including where you are, in the middle of bus stop announcements promotes what you are traveling toward, describes arts and activities available on this route (Art loop bus)

Pluses:

• People travel more efficiently
• Less traffic with more riders
• Arts are supported and marketed
• Less drunk drivers
• Boost economy and encourage recreation - a tourist destination

Concerns:

• Expense
• High costs to consumers

Community opportunities:

• Artists, downtown businesses
• Bus day for free from banks (PNC) and other businesses

Get Out Of Oakland

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Idea Overview

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Idea Round Up Concept Sheet

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Pittsburgh Metro

This Idea did not make it to the Top 20. If you are still interested in it, consider applying for a Sprout Fund Seed Award.

Idea Overview

Historical bus route - bus tours of specific communities

Idea Round Up Concept Sheet

Who worked on idea?

Marley Kay, Tom, Meredith, Brian, Paul, Katrina, Johanna, Olivia, Beth, Jina, Greg

What is the idea?

Historical bus route - bus tours of specific communities

How would idea work?

• Each local community would have its own special celebration revolving around 250^th Pgh throughout the year
• Promoted by PR, marketing, APs,
• Encouraging people to explore outside of their community
• People would get the opportunity to tour on busses to different areas, meet the locals, and get to know each other

Pluses:

• By creating events in each community people can bridge and get to know the greater Pgh
• Helps lend to long term city development

Concerns:

• Limited audience
• Port Authority cooperation
• Tons of research and organization

Community opportunities:

• Research history everywhere
• Growth