The Department of Mobility and Infrastructure will be up and running by 2017.
After being passed over in the U.S. DOT's $50-million Smart City Challenge, Pittsburgh is launching a new department to implement innovative transportation ideas on its own.
The Department of Mobility and Infrastructure will prioritize the integration of new technology in transportation planning. Some proposals from the Smart City application have already been identified as initial goals, including "solar-powered autonomous vehicles and smart traffic signals that prioritize buses and trucks," PGH City Paper reports.
The new department will also be expected to collaborate with other city departments, academic institutions, residents, and private partners to streamline the project delivery process and incorporate equity into future planning.
The city is currently seeking a director for the new department, requesting applicants with technical knowledge in engineering or planning.
FULL STORY: Pittsburgh to launch new mobility and infrastructure department in 2017
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