West End sidewalk, bus stop repair program gets $100,000 boost from the county.

Allegheny County’s Redevelopment Authority has provided an additional $100,000 toward developing a West Pittsburgh mobility plan. This doubles its contribution to the project to $200,000.

The plan aims to improve mobility and encourage exercise for residents in West End neighborhoods. It focuses on pedestrian and traffic safety and providing easy walking connections between the West End, Esplen, Elliott and Sheraden neighborhoods. Work will include sidewalk and bus stop repair, ADA accessibility and new crosswalks.

Earlier this year, council addressed sidewalk accessibility and pedestrian safety throughout the city.

In addition to increasing the health and mobility of neighborhood residents, city officials hope the improvements will bring new people to its under-utilized commercial district.

Council Member Theresa Kail-Smith of Westwood clarified that this is not the Transit Oriented Development plan council discussed in June. She said neighborhood residents remain opposed to rezoning but are in favor of the mobility plan.**