The City of Pittsburgh will receive $3 million from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation to renovate the Boulevard of the Allies in the Central Business District, the city announced.
The Department of Mobility and Infrastructure plans to use the investment to build a tree-lined median through the heart of Downtown, connecting Grant Street to Stanwix Street and Point State Park. The improvements will bring more greenery to the corridor while creating a more inviting environment for pedestrians and visitors to Downtown and those patronizing local businesses.
"A tree-lined median connecting Grant Street to Point State Park and focusing on the details will help turn the Boulevard of the Allies into a true grand Downtown boulevard — one that is greener, more welcoming and better for pedestrians, visitors and the small businesses along the way," said Mayor Corey O'Connor.
The $3 million award is one of two Multimodal Transportation Fund investments awarded to the City of Pittsburgh this year. The state also awarded the city $739,007 to upgrade and expand the overhead lane use control system on the North Shore.