“The strip district, as is, has been a staple in our family for over 30 years. To further restrict traffic flow, parking options, and the ability for businesses to thrive over a bike lane on Penn Ave is ridiculous. The bike lane on Penn downtown causes so many headaches and surely affects businesses there because of limited parking. I was late to an appointment today even though I allowed an extra 30 minutes. I had the thought that I should stop coming here and dealing with the stress of it. Quit complicating our city. I am all for progress, but this plan is not that.”

“Remember how the city destroyed East Liberty? And the Hill? With "modernization" plan? Please, Pittsburgh, don't do this to the Strip.”

“If the city had a good track record of good city planning, I’d consider it.

However look at the mess on North Avenue.

Look at the intersections with 90 degree turns around Allegheny Commons.

The city has shown ineptitude in planning and design and I expect that to continue in the Strip on Penn.

Please stop their bike lane plans.”

“I don't understand why the bike traffic can't be redirected to Smallman or Railroad and then continue to Lville or Bloomfield from there? I'm generally pro bicycle but I think this plan is going to lead to a lot more accidents.”

“It’s very congested there already, bike lanes will make it much worse.”

“This benefits the few and has negative impact for the many.”

“I have lived in Pittsburgh 23 years. The Strip was always a showcase for the area, a place I visited often for meals, food shopping, the local artists works and a must visit for family and friends visiting the area.

The transformation in process is an abomination to the local culture, local merchants and residents and will ultimately create a generic neighborhood that one can find in any city in the US.”

Preserve what remains before the entire area is described as “we used to have, it used to be…!”

“Smallman is where the bike lane should be. It’s already a mess. Don’t screw up the Strip”

“The Strip has undergone so many changes since I’ve worked here, but always maintained the bustle and character that makes it a unique and special neighborhood in the city. The redistricting plan threatens to change this character, which would be a great loss.”

“This is the most ridiculously terrible idea i have ever heard”

“Former resident
I’m all for bike lanes but bikers can use a different route to protect small business and the character of the Strip. What are people thinking?”

“Why des it have to be either or? Keep the car traffic on weekends a during holiday season to support the merchants and allow bikes during other times.”

“The proposed plan would result in unacceptable congestion in this historic city district. The bike lane should be moved over to Smallman St.”

“Please, please, please don’t ruin the character and accessibility of this unique neighborhood.”

“This makes no sense to add a bike lane to Penn Ave in the Strip. It will hurt business and cause much undue stress on cars and pedestrians alike. The chances of more accidents will go up drastically. Bikers are the worst in causing accidents. They do no follow road rules at all. There is no need for this. Make bike lanes on less traveled roads.”

“Stop taking every convenience away from us.”

“I am down there all the time shopping. Creating just ONE lane is not the answer.”

“I visit the Strip often. This plan would be extremely detrimental and dangerous. The businesses would be absolutely devastated!”

“This will cause so much congestion,and danger
People will stay away.
Please don’t let this happen.”

“I will be significantly less likely to visit the strip district if these new changes are implemented.”

“I am totally opposed to this. Save the strip district don’t ruin it.”

“It's already frustrating to shop, done and visit the Strip District due to limited parking and traffic as well as street congestion. I oppose to bike lanes that will make it even more difficult to navigate through the Strip District. I proudly won't patronize that part of the city anymore. This will destroy all of the businesses down in The Strip District.”

“This bike lane is a terrible idea for the strip. Pick another street.”

“Bike lanes do not get used enough for this to be a need. Use Smallman street – it's already been all dissected for biking and parking. Keep Penn Ave for parking and driving. Already ruined the Cultural district with only one lane and I rarely see bikes on it.”

“I believe that restricting Penn Avenue to a single lane will create unsafe conditions for emergency vehicles and cause economic hardship to the local businesses that keep the Strip alive. Please preserve this thriving historic, economic, multicultural treasure.”

“Anyone who has driven in the strip knows that cars will randomly stop and put on their flashers. If you reduce this to 1 lane, I feel it will not only cause more congestion on the roadway, but it will also cause more accidents. Another problem I think would happen would be with emergency personnel and vehicles. You will limit their ability to get to wherever they need quickly. While I understand you are trying to make it safer for people walking, you will be taking away the ease of visiting and shopping the strip.”

“They already have a nice bike lane in Smallman that my wife and I use all the time. There is no need for anymore bike lanes in the strip.

Making it one lane will cause a choke point as people stop illegally in the road pretty much every time we drive thru there.

And last I have babies that I hope to take down there someday. Don't ruin it with some gimmick of safety. Spend the money where it is needed”

“We are totally against plans for the bike lane restricting Penn Avenue into a single.lane road. It would not be good for the residents and merchants. It is unfortunate that the residents were not given the opportunity to voice their objections. We do not know anyone who is in favor or it.”

“It is already difficult to find a parking space in this section of Penn Avenue. In addition, with the number of buses using Penn Avenue, restricting the street to one lane will add to traffic congestion.”

“Will ruin businesses”