Pittsburgh residents can soon expect to see new traffic calming measures being rolled out in the Homewood neighborhood, as reported by the City's official announcement. Starting tomorrow, Murtland Street and Hamilton Avenue will be under construction to implement safety improvements aimed at reducing vehicle speeds and increasing pedestrian safety, particularly for students frequenting the area.
The initiative on Murtland Street specifically partners with Westinghouse Academy to create a safer environment for its students. Construction plans include two speed humps and the painting of "No Parking" bump-outs to aid visibility at crossroads, in addition to bettering existing crossings. On Hamilton Avenue, improvements are planned to include the installation of a speed table and enhancements to pedestrian crossings, as part of a broader strategy by the Department of Mobility and Infrastructure (DOMI) to increase pedestrian safety around Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) stops.
In a statement obtained by the City of Pittsburgh's official website, Mayor Ed Gainey emphasized the significance of the improvements: "Every student, every family, and every neighbor should feel safe when they’re walking down their own street — whether they’re heading to school, to the store, or to the bus stop. These improvements on Murtland and Hamilton aren’t just about slowing down drivers — they’re about protecting lives, strengthening community, and making sure our streets put people first. Because when our kids are safe, we’re all safer."
These targeted areas were selected due to a history of seven crashes on North Murtland Street, noted between 2020 and 2022. Consequently, during the one-day construction period scheduled to last from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., flaggers will be present to manage alternating traffic flow.
