We should let the world see the real Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh was so excited and honored to be selected to have the upcoming G-20 summit in our special city. Most of us thought that finally, the country and even the world were going to see how special our city and our people are. This is not going to happen.

We have to close schools and parking garages, curtail public transportation into the city and close many of our offices and business establishments. Does this make sense?

Pittsburgh is special, not because of its buildings or meeting areas, but because of its people and the many activities that occur every day. The melding of young and old, worker and student, and public transportation and passenger cars that occurs daily will be significantly altered. Are we to hide during these two or so days?

The world will see a Pittsburgh that is not truly Pittsburgh as we all know it. Let the world see us as we hurry off to our jobs and schools and as we shop, dine or make use of the many places that entertain us.

We are proud of ourselves and our city. By limiting our activities, the country and the world will never have the opportunity to truly appreciate how special Pittsburgh and its people are. Please reconsider the limitations that are being planned.

BILL TROZZO
Bethel Park