Transverse Park
We Want to Hear from You!
Throughout the planning process there will be multiple opportunities for the Mt. Oliver community to provide input for Transverse Park. Keep an eye on this page for events, links, and updates.
Current Input Opportunities
Past Input Opportunities
Draft Master Plan
Goals
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Attract more visitors to the park
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Create a vibrant community space that fosters connection and engagement
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Offer a variety of activities catering to all age groups
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Enhance safety and security
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Provide a welcoming environment for outdoor recreation

1. RUSTIC AVE. PARKING & PEDESTRIAN WAY
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Parking lot off Rustic Ave. (21 spaces)
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Past the parking lot entrance Rustic Ave. to be used as a pedestrian walkway
2. CHALLENGE COURSE & SKATE PARK
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Challenge course for ages 12+, approx. 4,000 s.f.
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Skate park, for all experience levels, approx. 8,000 s.f.
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Picnic pavilion, 20'x28', 32-person capacity
3. TRANSVERSE AVE. ENTRANCE
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New crosswalk connections
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Improvements to existing entrance and accessible parking
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Sidewalk connections
4. SPORTS COURTS
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Basketball court with lighting and benches
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3 pickleball courts with lighting and benches
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Small pavilion, 12'x20', 16-person capacity
5. PICNIC LAWN
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Flexible open space for gatherings, play, etc.
6. WALKING TRAIL & FITNESS STATIONS
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10-foot wide trail, 0.25 mile loop
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Five fitness stations
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Lighting and seating
7. EVENT PAVILION
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Existing concession building renovated into event shelter
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Garage space converted into indoor pavilion, 32-person capacity
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14'x21' pergola extension for additional 16-person capacity
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Two accessible parking spaces
8. QUINCY AVE. ENTRANCE
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New crosswalk connection
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Stairway system into park
9. MULTIPURPOSE FIELD
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Large flexible open field space
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Space large enough for a soccer field or little league baseball field (no permanent structures)
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Event lawn for stage pavilion
10. WINGATE ST. ENTRANCE
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Stairway and sidewalk access into park from Wingate St.
11. STAGE PAVILION
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20'x28' shelter with 32-person capacity
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Equipped for events with additional electrical connection, lighting, etc.
12. PLAYGROUNDS & SPRAY PARK
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2-5 year old play area with swings for all ages, approx. 8,000 s.f.
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5-12 year old play area, approx. 6,000 s.f.
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Spray park, approx. 3,000 s.f.
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Loop sidewalk for walking, tricycles, scooters, etc.
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Picnic pavilion, 20'x28', 32-person capacity
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Lighting and benches
13. GIFFIN AVE. ENTRANCE
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New crosswalk
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Sidewalk along drive
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Improvements to paving surface
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Trees lining both sides of drive
14. POLLINATOR GARDEN
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Pollinator plantings
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Walking path, seating, and educational signage
15. MARGARET ST. ENTRANCH
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Stairway and sidewalk access into park
16. COMMUNITY GARDENS
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Deer proof fencing with gates
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Replace shed
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Small shelter, 10'x15'
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Shrub plantings to screen
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Additional water spigots
17. MAIN PARKING LOT
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Improvement and expansion of existing lot, 37 parking spaces with 2 accessible spaces
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Recycling center
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15'x24' maintenance shed
18. WOODLAND RESTORATION & HIKING TRAIL
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Trash and debris removal
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Invasive management
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Native tree planting
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0.34 mile hiking trail
Public Meeting
THURSDAY, JANUARY 16th @ 6:00 PM
Mt. Oliver Borough Building
150 Brownsville Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15210
Come hear about the draft plan from the park improvements and give your input!
Refreshments to be provided.

Park Concept Plans
Here are the initial conceptual plans for Transverse Park, created from previous community input.

1. Rustic Ave. Parking Lot
2. Challenge Course
3. Skate Park
4. Picnic Pavilion
5. Picnic Lawn
6. Event Shelter with seating, kitchen, restrooms, and storage
7. Basketball Court
8. Picnic Pavilion
9. Walking Trail and Fitness Stations
10. Three Pickleball Courts
11. Multipurpose Field
12. Stage Pavilion
13. Playgrounds
14. Splash Pad with Picnic Pavilion
15. Wooded Trail
16. Improved Parking, Maintenance Shed, and Recycling Center
17. Community Garden Improvements
18. Pollinator Garden with Walking Trail and Seating

1. Rustic Ave. Parking Lot
2. Playgrounds
3. Picnic Pavilion
4. Splash Pad
5. Event Shelter with seating, kitchen, restrooms, and storage
6. Picnic Lawn
7. Transverse Ave. Parking Lot
8. Two Pickleball Courts
9. Multipurpose Field
10. Walking Trail with Fitness Stations
11. Skate Park
12. Three Pickleball Courts
13. Picnic Pavilion
14. Basketball Court
15. Wooded Trail
16. Improved Parking, Maintenance Shed, and Recycling Center
17. Community Garden Improvements
18. Stage Pavilion and Accessible Event Parking
19. Sloping Event Lawn

Hilltop Harvest Festival
Join us for some fun and provide input on the concept plans for
Transverse Park!
The annual Hilltop Harvest Festival will have music, food, and vendors to keep everyone entertained and we will be there asking for your feedback about the park plans!
Location: 150 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA
Date & Time: September 14, 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Questionnaire
Share your thoughts on the future of Transverse Park.
QUESTIONNAIRE CLOSES JUNE 1, 2024
TRANSVERSE PARK
OPEN HOUSE
Come share your ideas for the Park!
Thursday, May 2nd
Drop in anytime between 4pm and 7pm
Food & Entertainment to be Provided
Mt. Oliver Borough Building
150 Brownsville Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15210