LEHIGH VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 7:00 Pm LVPC Conference Room AGENDA

LEHIGH VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING Thursday, July 30, 2020 at 7:00 pm LVPC Conference Room AGENDA

DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC WE WILL NOT BE MEETING IN-PERSON. THE MEETING CAN BE ACCESSED AT http://tiny.cc/LVPC0730 OR VIA THE PHONE AT 1-872-222-9976, CONFERENCE ID 668 979 247#

Roll Call

Courtesy of Floor

Chairman’s Report 1. INFORMATION ITEM: County COVID-19 Response

Minutes 2. ACTION ITEM: Minutes and Review of Roll Call Actions of the June25, 2020 Commission Meeting (see page 3) a. Roll Call Actions: i. May 28th Commission Meeting Minutes ii. Forks Township – LURS – Follett Building Expansion #3 iii. Hanover Township, LC – LURS – Rockefeller Industrial Development Lot 5A iv. Bethlehem Township – LURS – Lehigh Valley Regional Charter Academy v. City of Easton – LURS – Lafayette College, Portlock Black Cultural Center vi. City of Easton – LURS – Lafayette College, McCartney Street Housing + Wellness Center vii. Adjournment

Comprehensive Planning Committee: 1. ACTION ITEM: Upper Mount Bethel Township – Zoning Ordinance and SALDO Amendment – Planned Industrial Parks (SS) (see page 15) 2. ACTION ITEM: City of Allentown – Zoning Map Amendment – B5 to B/LI District (SS) (see page 23) 3. ACTION ITEM: Lower Nazareth Township – Land Use of Regional Significance –Triple Net Investments (JAS) (see page 28)

1 4. ACTION ITEM: North Whitehall Township – Land Use of Regional Significance –Schnecksville Elementary School Project No. 2 (SS) (see page 36) 5. ACTION ITEM: Palmer Township – Land Use of Regional Significance – Carson NW Quad (Lot 4 East) (JAS) (see page 39) 6. ACTION ITEM: Summary Sheet (JS, SS) (see page 44)

Environment Committee: 1. ACTION ITEM: Summary Sheet (SR, GR) (see page 46)

Transportation Committee: 1. WORKPLAN ITEM: Airport Area Freight Study Implementation Meeting (BB, CD) 2. WORKPLAN ITEM: Traffic During COVID-19 (BB, MA) (see page 47) 3. WORKPLAN ITEM: LVTS Update – Transportation Improvement Program Adoption (BB, CD) (see page 48)

Old Business:

None.

New Business:

None.

Communications:

1. WORKPLAN ITEM: LVPC Website Report (MA) (see page 84) 2. INFORMATION ITEM: Morning Call Business Cycle Column (MA) (see page 85)

Executive Director’s Report: 1. WORKPLAN ITEM: Monthly Subdivision and Land Development Report (BB) (see page 88)

Public Engagement and Participation: 1. INFORMATION ITEM: Engagement and Participation in Light of COVID-19 Uncertainty (see page 91)

Next Lehigh Valley Planning Commission Meeting: Thursday, August 27th @ 7:00 pm Via web: http://tiny.cc/LVPC0827 Via Phone: 1-872-222-9976, Conference ID: 997 415 642#

LEHIGH VALLEY PLANNING COMMISSION

Minutes from the Thursday, June 25, 2020 Meeting Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the LVPC held a virtual public meeting on June 25, 2020 at 7:00 pm using Microsoft Teams. Commissioners and the public were able to join the meeting via web (http://tiny.cc/FCmtg0625 and/or via phone 1 872-222-9976, Conference ID: 597 020 244#) Mr. Zebrowski chaired the meeting.

Ms. Bradley took Roll Call.

Members in Attendance:

Lehigh County Percy Dougherty, Bob Elbich, Steve Glickman, Michael Harakal, Kent Herman, Richard Molchany, Christina Morgan, Kathy Rader, Stephen Repasch, Kevin Schmidt, Joshua Seigel, and Donna Wright

Northampton County Christopher Amato, Malissa Davis, Liesel Dreisbach, Charles Elliott, Kevin Lott, Pamela Pearson, Tina Smith, and Greg Zebrowski

Members Absent:

Lehigh County Ce-Ce Gerlach, Mike Gibson, Jamie Johnson, Leonard Lightner, Owen O’Neil, and Amy Zanelli

Northampton County Bryan Callahan, Janell Connolly, Darlene Heller, Susan Lawless, Robert Lammi, Carl Manges, William McGee, John McGorry, Stephen Melnick, Spirit Rutzler, and Gerald Yob

Staff Present: Matt Assad, Becky Bradley, Charles Doyle, Tracy Oscavich, Geoff Reese, Jill Seitz, Samantha Smith, and Bethany Vazquez

Public Present: Nicki Jacobs

COURTESY OF THE FLOOR

None.

MINUTES

Mr. Zebrowski stated that the minutes of the May 28, 2020 LVPC meeting are attached. Ms. Bradley reviewed the Commission votes on the May 28th agenda items. Ms. Pearson made a motion to approve the minutes. Ms. Dreisbach seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

CHAIRMAN’S REPORT

Mr. Zebrowski reported that LVPC Committees will commence virtually beginning in July at their regularly scheduled times. Mr. Zebrowski also announced that Ms. Halper received the Lehigh Valley Business Woman of Influence Award and congratulated her on the achievement.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

Joint Comprehensive Planning and Transportation Committee

Mr. Zebrowski stated that the Comprehensive Planning and Transportation Committees did not meet this month due to the pandemic, and that Committees’ business has been forwarded to the Full Commission for consideration. Mr. Herman and Ms. Wright announced each review item with Ms. Seitz, Ms. Smith and Mr. Doyle presenting the information.

1. Forks Township – Land Use of Regional Significance – Follett Building Expansion #3 Ms. Smith and Mr. Doyle reviewed the Land Use of Regional Significance for Forks Township. The subject application proposes to construct a 90,100 sq. ft. building expansion and associated site improvements to an existing manufacturing facility. Follett’s third expansion at the current location promotes development that complements the unique history of the Valley (policy 5.4). The LVPC commends this continued growth and encourages ‘reinvestment in commercial areas’ (of policy 4.6). The proposed project is consistent with FutureLV: The Regional Plan because it is located in an area designated for development in the General Land Use Plan. As it relates to transit, LANTA service is provided in close proximity to the subject property, at the intersection of Kesslersville and Uhler Roads. The LVPC wishes to underscores the importance of recommended pedestrian improvements at the subject property to ‘encourage enhanced transit connections to improve mobility and job access’ (policy 2.3) for employees who may wish to utilize this transit opportunity. The LVPC recommends that the developer consider additional opportunities to incorporate green infrastructure throughout the site design, such as the installation of rain gardens and pervious surfaces. As it relates to transportation improvements, the LVPC commends the developer for the proposed transportation improvements included with this expansion. The LVPC recommends the inclusion of on-site tractor-trailer staging and parking areas in order to further ‘strengthen freight mobility to minimize quality of life impacts to residents’ (policy 2.4) and ‘expand truck parking options and amenities’ (policy 2.4). Space should be provided for overnight parking, with sufficient overnight amenities within the site to accommodate both the tractor-trailers and drivers. The LVPC recommends the installation of a snow-clearing tool at the site to help ‘provide a safe, well-maintained transportation network’ (policy 2.2). Ms. Wright made a motion to approve the staff comments. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

2. Hanover Township, LC – Land Use of Regional Significance – Rockefeller Industrial Development Lot 5A

4 Ms. Seitz and Mr. Doyle reviewed the Land Use of Regional Significance for Hanover Township, LC. The subject application proposes to construct a 453,600 sq. ft. warehouse, 50 ft. in height, which will include 3,240 sq. ft. of office space, 96 loading docks, and 100 tractor-trailer parking spaces. This is just south of the FedEx distribution facility on Willowbrook Road. This proposal is generally consistent with FutureLV: The Regional Plan because it is located in an area designated for Development in the General Land Use Plan. However, there are significant unknown transportation infrastructure implications associated with this development, that need to be coordinated with a series of entities that own and/or plan for infrastructure management, maintenance and enhancement. The LVPC staff will coordinate a meeting on this topic as an after action to this letter. The proposed plan has been noted by both the Township and applicant as being associated with the previously approved Rockefeller Group project, which was reviewed by the LVPC in January of 2014, and included a Traffic Impact Study, or TIS. The proposed project was submitted with a Transportation Narrative, intended to supplement the analysis of the original TIS. While the Township has indicated that an updated TIS is not required due to provided trip generation numbers that are within the limits of trips anticipated in the overall traffic study for the Allen Township Industrial Subdivision, there are several discrepancies and notable considerations related to potential impacts of the proposal. Although the current plan is intended to be part of the overall Allen Township Industrial Subdivision land development proposal, the plans reviewed in 2014 by the LVPC do not indicate that the subject property is contained within the within the previously reviewed project area. An emerging trend in warehousing is ‘high-cube warehousing’, which this project proposes. Trip generation estimates were calculated based on traffic volume estimates of traditional warehousing, whereas the project proposes high-cube transload warehousing. The provided narrative implies that traditional warehouses generate greater traffic than high- cube transload and short-term storage warehouses, which are each estimated by a separate traffic trip generation rate by the Institute of Traffic Engineers Trip Generation Manual, 10th Edition. Such a proposal of automated services combined with warehousing may have greater propensity to generate increasing amounts of traffic, as these relatively new warehousing types have significant impact on the efficiency of the supply logistics chain. While this slightly overestimates the number of trips generated concerning the ITE trip manual estimates, the impacts of these warehouse types have not been observed over a significant period of time, and careful consideration should be given to the possibility of unknown adverse impacts as a result of the concentration of these develop types in a small area. Mr. Doyle and Ms. Seitz concluded the review with additional comments and recommendations by the LVPC regarding freight movements, freight facilities, multimodal related concerns, and emergency management services. Mr. Amato inquired as to whether or not the Lehigh Valley was prepared to handle high-cube warehousing when it comes to EMS response. Mr. Zebrowski stated that he was not sure if the issue was addressed by municipalities in the Lehigh Valley region. Mr. Harakal shared his concerns regarding traffic on Race Street. He inquired about the assurance regarding coordination with neighboring municipalities regarding mitigating the impact of such facilities on surrounding areas. Ms. Bradley stated that the LVPC will be working on getting another meeting with the surrounding municipalities and other organizations to discuss further planning. Ms. Wright asked if there were a type of ‘special team’ of EMS workers that specialize in these types of facilities. Ms. Bradley stated that the current planning group for this area does have police and fire departments at the table to discuss these issues, and

5 that the LVPC would work with the counties to discuss what other EMS teams need to be included. Mr. Seigel asked if there was any effort to follow-up or study if high-cube warehouses create more adverse traffic than traditional warehouses. Ms. Bradley stated that high-cube warehouses are partly about height but also about the construction of these buildings. That instead of having floors these building have more of a rack system that will bring their own types of challenges are am emerging situation as they continue to come. Ms. Wright made a motion to approve the staff comments. Mr. Herman seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously.

3. Bethlehem Township – Land Use of Regional Significance – Lehigh Valley Regional Charter Academy Ms. Smith and Mr. Doyle reviewed the Land Use of Regional Significance for Bethlehem Township. The subject application proposes to construct a 215,030 sq. ft. educational building for K-12, and related improvements on 52.6 acres. The property is immediately adjacent to Route 22 to the south, and to the municipal boundary with Lower Nazareth Township to the north. The project site is located primarily within Farmland Preservation and preservation Buffer areas of the General Land Use Plan. A smaller portion of the project site is also located within the Development are of the General Land Use Plan. Farmland Preservation areas are recommended to remain agriculture, though they may also accommodate housing on a limited scale. Preservation Buffer is an area ‘where factors may be present and capable of accommodating additional development’, but conversely may be less suited for development ‘to preserve these areas for agriculture or to maintain rural uses’ based on specified development criteria. The site is almost entirely located within a High Preservation Priority area of the Farmland Preservation Plan, which indicates that continued agricultural use is strongly preferred at the subject property. The site’s location in an agricultural area is underscored by the adjacent property, which is located within both an agricultural security area and agricultural easement, as well as the existing and preserved farmland areas of Lower Nazareth Township to the north. The proposed project is generally inconsistent with FutureLV: The Regional Plan because it does not ‘preserve farmland to maintain rural character and provide open space’ (policy 3.3), and because the site’s location adjacent to both development and existing farmland make this a pivotal project for the Township. Project approval would result in the loss of a significant portion of the Township’s little remaining agricultural land, and is likely to increase development pressure on farmlands nearby, even if they are not in Bethlehem Township. Additionally, the project will increase traffic that will adversely affect the neighboring community. The transportation impact study for the proposed project does not include coordination or reference to the proposed Colts Run South II project in Lower Nazareth Township, planned for the parcel immediately to the north of this project site. The two plans lack connectivity and may have been designed with no knowledge of the other. To ‘support collaboration among project partners’ (policy 2.6), the LVPC recommends that project synergy be discussed by both municipalities, specifically in regards to transportation collaboration (policy 2.2) and potential improvements and best planning practices that would be beneficial to both projects and the communities as a whole. Access via Broadhead Road by school buses is a concern due to the existing road geometry and lack of shoulders, and because the road has been posted with a truck restriction since 2004. While school buses are generally exempt from truck restrictions, the LVPC recommends that the developer confirm with Bethlehem Township as to whether an unsafe condition is presented with regard to the bus usage of Broadhead Road to ‘provide a safe, well-maintained transportation network to move people and foods efficiently’ (policy 2.2). Mr. Doyle and Ms. Smith shared additional comments from the LVPC concerning pedestrian networks, LANTA, parking, and environmentally sensitive design. Ms. Davis shared that one of the issues before the

6 Township is that though the area is in an agricultural zone, schools are a per-right use; and as such, being located on private property, could not be refused solely on the basis that the development is in an agricultural zone. Ms. Davis continued by stating that the Township goes have various concerns regarding one-way access to and from the facility, a roundabout from Hecktown Road to Oakland Road, and the intersection of Broadhead and 191. Concerning the intersection of Broadhead and 191, the Township has requested funds for a corridor study to see if they can receive approval from PennDOT to install a light at the location. Mr. Zebrowski shared his concerns with the project regarding its location in an Agricultural area. Ms. Wright asked if the project is located in an Agricultural Security Area. Ms. Smith shared that part of the project is located in an Ag. Security Area. Mr. Repasch asked if the Commission was aware of the residential component associated with the project. Ms. Bradley stated that no residential component was included with the project submission. Ms. Wright made a motion to approve the presented staff comments. Mr. Dougherty seconded the motion. With Ms. Davis abstaining from the vote, the motion passed.

4. City of Easton – Land Use of Regional Significance – Lafayette College, Portlock Black Cultural Center Ms. Seitz reviewed the land use of regional significance for the City of Easton. The subject application proposes to consolidate a series of lots and construct a new 6,315 sq. ft. building for the Portlock Black Cultural Center with related site improvements. The proposed project is generally consistent with FutureLV: The Regional Plan because it is located in an area designated for development in the General Land Use Plan, and one block away from a Major Corridor outlined in the Transportation Plan. LANTA currently provides public transportation service in the immediate vicinity on Cattell Street at the intersection of Clinton Terrace, on the same city block as the proposed project location. The LVPC commends the inclusion of sidewalk improvements that support a comprehensive pedestrian network and matches the existing neighborhood sidewalk grid, allowing for easy accessibility to transit. This improved connections between mass transit and pedestrian infrastructure (policy 2.3). The project site is located in a Historic District, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The LVPC supports the City of Easton aim to protect and preserve historic buildings and streetscapes by promoting adaptive reuse of historic buildings (policy 5.4). Reusing the existing dwellings on the site would improve the project’s consistency by preserving historic buildings. The applicant should ensure that façade design and architecture is consistent with the surrounding historic buildings in the area, utilizing ‘context-specific design solutions’ (policy 5.4). The LVPC commends the proposed educational facility use that ‘supports the educational and social experiences of students of African, Latino, Asian, and Native American descent, as well as the LGBTQIA population’. This project serves to ‘create public spaces that reflect and enhance local culture’, ‘supports community arts’ and strengthens cultural centers, all in support of complementing the unique history, environment, culture and needs of the Valley (policy 5.4). Additionally, the proposed project ‘promotes education that improves social and economic opportunities’, which is critical to improve equitable opportunities through the development of a well-trained workforce and the removal of barriers to employment (policy 4.3). The LVPC recommends that educational institutions incorporate environmentally sensitive building and landscape design, such as green roofs or solar panels. This would increase cost-effectiveness of building operation and further academic endeavors related to these technologies, while enhancing the campus setting, demonstrating environmental leadership within the region, and ‘reducing climate change impacts through mitigation and adaption’ (policy 3.4). Mr. Glickman asked if the building was a redevelopment of an existing building or a completely new construction. Ms. Seitz stated that the school is proposing to remove the existing building and build a new one. Ms. Wright made a motion to approve the staff comments. Ms. Dreisbach

7 seconded the motion. With Mr. Elliott abstaining from the vote, the motion passed unanimously.

5. City of Easton – Land Use of Regional Significance – Lafayette College, McCartney Street Housing + Wellness Center Ms. Seitz reviewed the land use of regional significance for the City of Easton. The subject application proposes to redevelop an entire block by consolidating existing lots, demolishing existing structures, and constructing a 94,274 sq. ft. building that will encompass an entire block. The four-story building will provide student housing and will offer health and counselling services. The redevelopment project site is located within the development area of the General Land Use Plan and is generally consistent with FutureLV through reuse and redevelopment in an urban area (policy 1.1) and because it promotes ‘education that improves social and economic opportunities’ (policy 4.3). LANTA service is currently provided one block from the subject property. The proximity to transit service of the proposal supports linkage between growing job and population centers (policy 2.3) and sidewalks proposed along Marquis Street improve ‘connections between bus stops and pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure’ (policy 5.2). The LVPC supports the City of Easton’s aim to protect and preserve historic buildings and streetscapes by promoting adaptive reuse of historic buildings (policy 5.4). The applicant should ensure that façade design and architecture is consistent with the surrounding historic buildings in the area, utilizing ‘context-specific design solutions’ (policy 5.4). The LVPC recommends that the proposed loading zone be designated for rideshare and to accommodate retail drop-off and delivery services to ‘adapt to the contemporary retail economy’ (policy 4.2) and ‘coordinate infrastructure investments that support Centers and Corridors’ (policy 4.6). The LVPC recommends inclusion of bicycle racks with the proposed development in order to strengthen bicycle infrastructure (policy 5.3). The LVPC also recommends that education institutions incorporate environmentally sensitive building and landscape design, such as green roofs or solar panels. This would further academic endeavors related to these technologies, enhance the campus setting, demonstrate environmental leadership within the region, and ‘reduce climate change impacts through mitigation and adaption’ (policy 3.4). Ms. Wright made a motion to approve the staff comments. Mr. Dougherty seconded the motion. With Mr. Elliott abstaining from the vote, the motion passed unanimously.

Environment Committee

Mr. Zebrowski stated that the Environment Committee did not meet this month due to the pandemic, and that Committee business has been forwarded to the Full Commission for consideration. Mr. Repasch announced each review item with Mr. Reese and Ms. Bradley presenting the information.

1. Walk/RollLV: Active Transportation Plan Mr. Reese announced that the Walk/RollLV Active Transportation Plan was adopted by the Lehigh Valley Transportation Study on June 3. This action follows approval by the LVPC on April 30th. The adopted plan is posted on the LVPC website.

2. COVID-19 Impact on Air Quality Ms. Bradley and Mr. Reese gave a brief presentation on the impact of COVID-19 to the air quality levels of the region. In the coming months the LVPC plans to take a closer look at the longer term trends in the data to establish the historical context regarding air quality in region and refine analysis on COVID-19 impacts.

8 OLD BUSINESS

1. BUILD Grant – Riverside Drive Ms. Oscavich announced a reminder that the LVPC has applied for a US DOT, Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) Grant. The grant request is $24 million and match is $20 million to make the total project cost $44 million. Ms. Oscavich announced that supports can go to BuildRiversideDrive.com to send to a letter of support.

NEW BUSINESS

1. Equity and Inclusion Assessment Ms. Bradley, Ms. Seitz and Ms. Smith gave a brief presentation on the work that the LVPC is doing regarding equity. All data and maps can be found on the DATALV webpage at lvpc.org.

2. Business Cycle Colum Mr. Assad announced that the next LVPC column will run on July 5 and focus on the latest equity analysis done by the LVPC.

COMMUNICATIONS

1. National Association of Regional Council’s Photo Contest Mr. Assad announced that the LVPC’s FutureLV campaign won a national awards during the NARC annual meeting held June 7-10. There were 30 submissions from fellow Metropolitan Planning Organizations around the country and only 6 won awards.

2. Meals on Wheels – Thank you letter Mr. Assad shared a thank letter from Meals on Wheels of the Greater Lehigh Valley regarding the LVPC’s Jeans-for-a-Cause $200 in donations to their organization.

3. Various Articles Mr. Assad gave a brief summary of multiple articles that cover timely, impactful topics to planning such as reallocation of road space to for multimodal use, climate change, COVID impacts and more.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

1. Monthly Subdivision and Land Development Report Ms. Bradley presented information on the May Monthly BuildLV: Subdivision and Land Development Report. The report will be distributed publicly around the 15th of each month and is available at lvpc.org.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Ms. Vazquez stated that a list of the meetings anticipated to be canceled or postponed due to the need to maintain social distance are listed in the packet. Any questions can be referred to [email protected] or called in to 610-264-4544.

9 ADJOURNMENT

Mr. Zebrowski stated that the next LVPC meeting is set to be virtual and the LVPC staff will be sending out meeting specific information and posting it to the LVPC website shortly. Mr. Zebrowski asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting; Ms. Pearson made the motion. Mr. Lott seconded the motion. Mr. Zebrowski thanked everyone for their participation and adjourned.

Submitted by: Becky Bradley, AICP, Executive Director Bethany Vazquez, Program Associate

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LVPC FULL COMMISSION June 25, 2020 Meeting Electronic Ballot Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Restricting In-Person Interactions*

ACTION 1 ACTION 2 Minutes of the May 28, 2020 Full Commission Forks Township - LURS - Follett Building Meeting Expansion #3

Commissioner Yay Nay Abstain Commissioner Yay Nay Abstain Percy Dougherty X Percy Dougherty X Bob Elbich X Bob Elbich X Mike Gibson Mike Gibson Steven Glickman X Steven Glickman X CeCe Gerlach CeCe Gerlach Michael Harakal X Michael Harakal X Kent Herman X Kent Herman 2nd Jamie Johnson Jamie Johnson Richard Molchany X Richard Molchany X Christina Morgan X Christina Morgan X Owen O'Neil Owen O'Neil Kathy Rader X Kathy Rader X Stephen Repasch X Stephen Repasch X Joshua Seigel X Joshua Seigel X Kevin Schmidt X Kevin Schmidt X Leonard Lightner Leonard Lightner Donna Wright X Donna Wright 1st Amy Zanelli Amy Zanelli Christopher Amato X Christopher Amato X Bryan Callahan Bryan Callahan Janell Connolly Janell Connolly Malissa Davis X Malissa Davis X Liesel Dreisbach 2nd Liesel Dreisbach X Charles Elliot X Charles Elliot X Darlene Heller Darlene Heller Susan Lawless Susan Lawless Robert Lammi Robert Lammi Kevin Lott X Kevin Lott X Carl Manges Carl Manges William McGee William McGee John McGorry John McGorry Stephen Melnick Stephen Melnick Pam Pearson 1st Pam Pearson X Spirit Rutzler Spirit Rutzler Tina Smith X Tina Smith X Gerald Yob Gerald Yob Greg Zebrowski X Greg Zebrowski X Totals 20 Totals 20

*LVPC Bylaws State, "In special circumstances, where the action of the Executive Committee is required prior to the next regularly scheduled meeting, the Chair may authorize a special mail, electronic or telephone ballot. A majority of the votes by said ballot shall authorize said action. A record shall be kept of the aye and nay responses to said ballot and shall be reported and ratified at the next regularly scheduled meeting." (Article VII., §4 §§d)

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LVPC FULL COMMISSION June 25, 2020 Meeting Electronic Ballot Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Restricting In-Person Interactions ACTION 3 ACTION 4 Hanover Township, LC - LURS - Rockefeller Bethlehem Township - LURS - Lehigh Valley Industrial Development Lot 5A Regional Charter Academy

Commissioner Yay Nay Abstain Commissioner Yay Nay Abstain Percy Dougherty X Percy Dougherty 2nd Bob Elbich X Bob Elbich X Mike Gibson Mike Gibson Steven Glickman X Steven Glickman X CeCe Gerlach CeCe Gerlach Michael Harakal X Michael Harakal X Kent Herman 2nd Kent Herman X Jamie Johnson Jamie Johnson Richard Molchany X Richard Molchany X Christina Morgan X Christina Morgan X Owen O'Neil Owen O'Neil Kathy Rader X Kathy Rader X Stephen Repasch X Stephen Repasch X Joshua Seigel X Joshua Seigel X Kevin Schmidt X Kevin Schmidt X Leonard Lightner Leonard Lightner Donna Wright 1st Donna Wright 1st Amy Zanelli Amy Zanelli Christopher Amato X Christopher Amato X Bryan Callahan Bryan Callahan Janell Connolly Janell Connolly Malissa Davis X Malissa Davis X Liesel Dreisbach X Liesel Dreisbach X Charles Elliot X Charles Elliot X Darlene Heller Darlene Heller Susan Lawless Susan Lawless Robert Lammi Robert Lammi Kevin Lott X Kevin Lott X Carl Manges Carl Manges William McGee William McGee John McGorry John McGorry Stephen Melnick Stephen Melnick Pam Pearson X Pam Pearson X Spirit Rutzler Spirit Rutzler Tina Smith X Tina Smith X Gerald Yob Gerald Yob Greg Zebrowski X Greg Zebrowski X Totals 20 Totals 19 1

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LVPC FULL COMMISSION June 25, 2020 Meeting Electronic Ballot Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Restricting In-Person Interactions

ACTION 5 ACTION 6 City of Eastion - LURS - Lafayette College, City of Easton - LURS - Lafayette College, Portlock Black Cultural Center McCartney Street Housing + Wellness Center

Commissioner Yay Nay Abstain Commissioner Yay Nay Abstain Percy Dougherty X Percy Dougherty 2nd Bob Elbich X Bob Elbich X Mike Gibson Mike Gibson Steven Glickman X Steven Glickman X CeCe Gerlach CeCe Gerlach Michael Harakal X Michael Harakal X Kent Herman X Kent Herman X Jamie Johnson Jamie Johnson Richard Molchany X Richard Molchany X Christina Morgan X Christina Morgan X Owen O'Neil Owen O'Neil Kathy Rader X Kathy Rader X Stephen Repasch X Stephen Repasch X Joshua Seigel X Joshua Seigel X Kevin Schmidt X Kevin Schmidt X Leonard Lightner Leonard Lightner Donna Wright 1st Donna Wright 1st Amy Zanelli Amy Zanelli Christopher Amato X Christopher Amato X Bryan Callahan Bryan Callahan Janell Connolly Janell Connolly Malissa Davis X Malissa Davis X Liesel Dreisbach 2nd Liesel Dreisbach X Charles Elliot X Charles Elliot X Darlene Heller Darlene Heller Susan Lawless Susan Lawless Robert Lammi Robert Lammi Kevin Lott X Kevin Lott X Carl Manges Carl Manges William McGee William McGee John McGorry John McGorry Stephen Melnick Stephen Melnick Pam Pearson X Pam Pearson X Spirit Rutzler Spirit Rutzler Tina Smith X Tina Smith X Gerald Yob Gerald Yob Greg Zebrowski X Greg Zebrowski X Totals 19 1 Totals 19 1

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LVPC FULL COMMISSION June 25, 2020 Meeting Electronic Ballot Due to COVID-19 Pandemic Restricting In-Person Interactions

ACTION 7

Adjournment

Commissioner Yay Nay Abstain Percy Dougherty X Bob Elbich X Mike Gibson Steven Glickman X CeCe Gerlach Michael Harakal X Kent Herman X Jamie Johnson Richard Molchany X Christina Morgan X Owen O'Neil Kathy Rader X Stephen Repasch X Joshua Seigel X Kevin Schmidt X Leonard Lightner Donna Wright X Amy Zanelli Christopher Amato X Bryan Callahan Janell Connolly Malissa Davis X Liesel Dreisbach X Charles Elliot X Darlene Heller Susan Lawless Robert Lammi Kevin Lott 2nd Carl Manges William McGee John McGorry Stephen Melnick Pam Pearson 1st Spirit Rutzler Tina Smith X Gerald Yob Greg Zebrowski X Totals 20

July 31, 2020

Mr. Scott Minnich, Chair Upper Mount Bethel Township Planning Commission 387 Ye Olde Highway Mt. Bethel, Pennsylvania 18343

RE: Zoning Ordinance and Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance Amendment Planned Industrial Parks Upper Mount Bethel Township Northampton County

Dear Mr. Minnich:

The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) considered the subject amendment at its Comprehensive Planning Committee and Full Commission meetings, pursuant to the requirements of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC). Discussion on agenda items largely happens during the Committee meeting. Both meetings were virtual, please see the meeting details below.

 LVPC Comprehensive Planning Committee Meeting o July 28, 2020 at 12:00 PM  LVPC Full Commission Meeting o July 30, 2020 at 7:00 PM

The proposed zoning ordinance and subdivision and land development ordinance amendments consider changes to the Township’s I2 and I3 Industrial Zoning Districts, related to provisions for ‘Planned Industrial Parks’. The amendment includes proposed additions to and removals from the Township’s regulations. The proposed additional language is generally supported by LVPC for its intent and consideration of development standards, with changes made in accordance with the LVPC recommendations. The language that is proposed for removal is of concern and, as such, is where the LVPC advisory review is focused, particularly as it relates to development impacts relating to uses with heavy tractor-trailer traffic, as well as environmental protection.

The draft ordinance has the potential to ‘continue diversification of the Regional economy to strengthen economic resilience’ (Policy 4.2) should appropriate accommodations be made in the proposal. However, as-presented the proposal is generally inconsistent with the County Comprehensive Plan, FutureLV: The Regional Plan, because it proposes to remove substantial environmental protection regulations, and further aims to treat ‘planned industrial parks’ considerably differently than other uses within the same zoning districts. Additionally, the

proposed intensity of development supports an urban-level density that is contrary to the character of the Township and fiscally unsustainable in terms of road and bridge maintenance, among other impacts.

The LVPC offers the recommendations below in order to ‘provide guidance on best practices’ (of Policy 1.4) and to improve the consistency of the draft ordinance amendment:

Tractor-Trailer Parking and Accommodations The LVPC commends the prohibition of idling with the introduction of truck parking as a permissible use, which will ‘reduce greenhouse gas emissions’ (of Policy 3.4).

On-street truck staging has been an issue in the region. In order to ‘strengthen freight mobility to minimize quality of life impacts to residents’ (Policy 2.4), the Township should require assurances that trucks are able to access the site day or night, and that sufficient amenities are provided within the site to accommodate both the tractor-trailers and drivers. These should be explicit and detailed on the recorded plans. Specifically, each new distribution center or warehouse should be required to have truck parking on-site to allow for staging and overnight stays. Best practices suggest a minimum of one space for each 50 trucks served per day. Driver amenities including bathrooms, showers, food services, sleeping areas, and waiting areas should also be considered. Site management should also include appropriate measures, such as electrification of truck parking stalls, to support the proposal’s prohibition on tractor-trailer idling.

Additionally, the accumulation of snow and ice on top of trucks poses a safety hazard to other vehicles on the roadway, potentially resulting in serious injury and death. The Pennsylvania Snow/Ice Removal Law (2006) requires the removal of snow and ice from all vehicles prior to leaving the site. The LVPC recommends the installation of a snow- clearing tool at the site that would easily allow for truck drivers to clean off tractor- trailers. This would serve as a preventative measure in the interest of the health and safety of those using the region’s transportation network, and help to provide a safe, well-maintained transportation network (of Policy 2.2).

Traffic and Transportation Township Streets: The LVPC commends the proposed prohibition of truck traffic from utilizing Township streets, with the exception of River Road, which serves to ‘maintain existing transportation infrastructure’ (of Policy 2.6). The LVPC recommends including satisfactory signage to indicate this prohibition.

The LVPC encourages coordination with PennDOT to designate 102-inch-wide tractor- trailer routes within the immediate area of the site and to discourage use of undesignated 102-inch-wide approved truck routes. This will assist in managing not only truck traffic itself but also in reducing the tax burden to the municipality, state and federal governments, as truck-related maintenance of roads and bridges not built to withstand the weight and frequency of freight traffic is extremely high. Similarly, this will manage issues of road and bridge geometry not sufficient to support the wide turning movements of tractor-trailers. Additionally, the LVPC recommends the installation of appropriate truck route signage as necessary at the site driveways and at nearby intersections, to ‘encourage designation of truck routes’ (of Policy 2.4). These recommendations should be made in consideration of the likelihood that truck traffic will travel west into the Slate

Belt and greater Lehigh Valley area, and the insufficient infrastructure routes the tractor- trailers may utilize.

Access Drives: The proposed minimum 30-feet width of internal access drives is sufficient to accommodate truck traffic. This proposal is also supportive of Policy 2.4. The LVPC suggests inclusion of appropriate signage to indicate areas with prohibited on-street parking.

Traffic Impact Study: Traffic impact study (TIS) requirements for off-site improvements are vital to ensuring that the introduction of an industrial park in the Township doesn't degrade the quality and service of the existing street network. The LVPC supports removal of any conflicts between the Township’s existing code and the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC). Retention of provisions for improvements triggered by a TIS is encouraged, to ‘ensure the highest and best use of transportation funds to maximize available financial resources’ (Policy 2.6).

Environmental Protection The Township should consider revising environmental impact statement requirements in the subdivision and land development ordinance that better manage the overall impacts of industrial park development. This is critically important because the amendment, as presented, fails to protect air and water quality and can lead to significant sewer problems.

Specifically, while the proposed ordinance amendment applies to areas within the existing I2 and I3 Industrial Zoning District, the zoning districts contain significant areas of Farmland Preservation, as designated by the General Land Use Plan. The Natural Resources Plan identifies a substantial portion of this area as High and Medium Conservation Priority as well, due to the Natural Heritage Inventory Core Habitat on either side of River Road, parallel to the Delaware River and woodland areas closer to Route 611 (North Delaware Drive). The Pennsylvania Natural Heritage Program identifies core habitat as ‘essential habitat that cannot absorb significant levels of activity without substantial impact to the elements of concern’. Woodlands are valued for many reasons including recreation, timber for harvesting and screening to be used as land use buffers and boundaries. Many species of birds depend on large, unbroken wooded tracts for survival. Woodlands also mitigate environmental stress by reducing stormwater runoff, filtering groundwater recharge, controlling erosion and sedimentation, moderating local microclimates and purifying air. The presence of these features begs consideration of scale and appropriateness of development, and warrants increased scrutiny should development be proposed to ensure development will ‘enhance natural resources that make our communities more resilient’ (of Policy 3.1).

Steep Slopes: The zoning ordinance amendment proposal defines steep slopes as slopes greater than 25% and allows development on these slopes if engineering certification requirements are met. The Northampton County Livable Landscapes And Open Space Plan recommends that design ‘avoid development on steep slopes greater than 25% and provide development restrictions, such as lot size and stormwater management provisions, on steep slopes of 15% to 25%.’

Riparian Buffers: Riparian buffers and transitions / protections for water features should not be removed for industrial areas. Industrial areas are those more likely to include

hazardous uses, or uses with hazardous materials. Especially in consideration of the Township’s I2 and I3 Zoning Districts’ proximity to the Delaware River, it is vital to ‘preserve natural resources in the land development process’ (of Policy 3.1).

With this proposed amendment, certain provisions of the Township’s existing zoning and subdivision and land development ordinances related to environmentally sensitive areas would not apply in the two districts, as long as the proposed earth disturbance is in compliance with State and federal regulations. These provisions include steep slopes, wetlands, floodplains, endangered species/plants and riparian buffer protections. The LVPC strongly recommends against these changes. While State and federal regulations may provide broad protection for these resources, maintaining local regulatory authority will provide for a development process more protective of and attentive to the Township’s critical natural resources.

Environmental Stewardship Solar Farm Use: Inclusion of provisions for solar power as a use permitted by right is applauded by the LVPC, supports ‘renewable energy and diversification of sources’ (of Policy 3.4) and underscores the importance of sustainable and green infrastructure, of Policy 3.2.

Development with Public Sewer The proposed amendment would allow for the use of public sewer in the I-2 and I-3 zoning districts, if available. The two districts generally coincide with the Township- defined I-2 and I-3 Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance (LERTA) areas.

On September 27, 2019, the LVPC reviewed the Township’s draft Act 537 Plan, which recommended public sewer for LERTA I-2 (no recommendations for sewer service were made for LERTA I-3), against the 2005 General Land Use Plan, Comprehensive Plan The Lehigh Valley…2030, which was in effect at that time. The 2019 review noted that the provision of public sewer service was inconsistent since the area was primarily recommended for rural development using on-lot sewage disposal. This current amendment proposal is inconsistent with the General Land Use Plan of FutureLV: The Regional Plan, which primarily recommends the I-2 Zoning District for farmland preservation and natural resource conservation, and recommends the I-3 Zoning District for natural resource conservation. However, should future development occur in the I2 and I3 Districts, adequate and appropriate public sewer and water services should be provided in order to comply with the Development Criteria provided in the General Land Use Plan Definitions of FutureLV.

Uses Permitted by Right Retail Use: In consideration of Upper Mount Bethel Township’s character, the proposed 30,000 square feet of permissible retail space in the industrial zoning districts appears to be excessive in both scale and location. In comparison, according to the Federal Security and Exchange Commission (SEC), the average size of a Big Lots store is 28,000-square-feet, less than the size proposed in this amendment. The proposed allowable retail square footage of 30,000-square-feet would also support grocer tenants. While these types of uses are appropriate in commercially-zoned and support areas, and are likely needed in the Township, the proposed scale is not appropriate in industrially- zoned areas. If the intent of these districts is for more mixed-use then this should be explicitly listed as an intent and additional regulations incorporated for box-retailer type

uses. If the intent is largely industrial then, a smaller-scale retail threshold is more appropriate for both the Township and for what is essentially a supportive use in the industrial zoning districts, in order to ‘promote development that complements the unique history, environment, culture and needs of the Valley’ (Policy 5.4).

Sewage Collection, Treatment and Disposal Use: The proposed introduction of sewage collection, treatment and disposal facilities as a use permitted by right should be strongly evaluated by the Township. This type of use tends to have significant effects on adjacent properties and the surrounding community. The LVPC recommends that this use be treated as a special exception or conditional use, rather than a use permitted by right, to ‘facilitate discussion among residents, stakeholders, appointed officials and elected representatives’ (of Policy 1.4) and to accommodate development conditions that will make the use more compatible with surrounding residential and park uses. Permissibility through the conditional use and/or special exception process allows the Township to negotiate with a developer to ensure that appropriate sewer capacity and safe conveyance of sewer can be met. It also, allows the Township to establish a long-term contact with responsible party(ies) should there be an issue with the sewer on the site long-term. If the goal, is not to raise fees or taxes while still providing a high-level of municipal service, establishing a chain of responsibility is important at the upfront of development processes. Special exception or conditional use procedures allow this to occur. This consideration is important not only to this particular use, but to other permissible uses in the I2 and I3 Zoning Districts and should be thoroughly evaluated for change in the proposed amendment.

Landscaping and Buffering The proposed internal landscaping regulations contain opportunities for improvement. The LVPC recommends requiring minimum tree plantings along existing and proposed streets, within development areas and surrounding stormwater management devices to assist in managing stormwater, improving air quality, maintaining property values and reinforcing the natural character of the Township, as considered in Policy 5.3. Including provisions for planting of native species will ‘mitigate impacts of invasive species’ (of Policy 4.4). This will also help developers meet state and federal requirements to maintain all stormwater onsite and to ‘manage the rate, volume and quality of stormwater runoff’ (of Policy 3.2). It also, helps the developer and the Township long- term, as the natural stormwater management is generally less expensive to maintain than extensive inlets, pipes and drains. Green infrastructure also helps, in this case, the Township to maintain some natural resources, which reinforces the overall character of the Township and to ‘support business practices that mitigate the effects of climate change’ (of Policy 3.4).

The LVPC Lehigh Valley Return on Environment offers an Economic Value Analysis that may offer guidance on this and other matters.

It is also recommended that the applicant refer to the LVPC Green Infrastructure Guidelines for design standards, available at lvpc.org, for additional information on landscaping and green infrastructure. Green infrastructure measures discussed in the Guide, such as green roofs, solar panels, graywater collection, and rain gardens, should be considered as a development requirement in order to ‘promote sustainable stewardship of natural lands, water resources and open space’ (of Policy 3.1) and to

‘promote development that compliments the unique history and environment of Upper Mount Bethel Township (Policy 5.4).

Development Standards Maximum Building Height: The proposed maximum building height of 100 feet, and 110 feet with conditional use approval, is significant, and is equivalent to a ten-story tower. This could create an urban freight condition at a density that threatens quality of life, property values and, ultimately, the tax base of Upper Mount Bethel Township, and potentially adjacent communities. The proposed building height for ‘planned industrial parks’ is not likely to ‘minimize environmental impacts of development to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public’ (Policy 3.2). Buildings of this height have the potential to more than double the freight impacts on road and bridge infrastructure and air and water quality, substantially changing the character of the Township in the long- term. Similar building heights are found in more urbanized areas, which are not reflective of the character of Upper Mount Bethel Township. The City of Bethlehem, for example, provides a maximum building height of 80 feet in their Light Industrial and Industrial Zoning Districts, and this height is allowable only where certain additional setback requirements are met. More specifically, building heights over 35 feet are only permissible in the City when an additional 3 feet of building setback is provided for lot lines abutting residential zoning districts. The proposed permissibility of rooftop ancillary structures, such as water towers, cooling equipment and the like, underscores the importance of having a reasonable maximum building height.

Design Standards: The LVPC encourages the Township to consider lasting implications of site design standards and recommends that these be tailored to meet the needs of the overall community, as well as requirements of State and federal statutes, not just a specific developer or point in time, as any buildings and/or new uses transcend generations. The Township should consider what financial responsibilities it will be left with over a 10- to 50- to 100-year time horizon, and incorporate this into the proposed regulations. For example, overly specific building and acreage provisions, likely drafted with a specifically intended use rather than in consideration of the zoning districts as a whole, may hinder an ‘Efficient and Coordinated Development Pattern’ (Goal 1) and could increase the tax burden to residents and businesses. Consideration of cost-benefit and finding win-wins for business and community is possible with several revisions to these ordinance amendments.

Utility Location: The LVPC acknowledges the proposal for utility lines to be provided underground, a context-sensitive design solution referenced in Policy 5.4, which reduces potential conflicts with truck traffic and adds to the aesthetic of future industrial parks.

Signage: The proposed signage standards would allow freestanding signs of up to 100- square-feet. A square-shaped sign of this size would be 10-feet by 10-feet. For comparison, the dimensional height of a billboard is not much more than this, at 14 feet. The maximum permissible size of a billboard in the Borough of Nazareth, for example, is 150-square-feet, not significantly more than the proposed allowable size of a freestanding sign. As another frame of reference, three full sheets of plywood put together amount to less than the proposed 100-square-feet. The proposed sizable area permitted for signs causes concern for sight distance conflicts with vehicles along streets

and nearby to intersections, reducing traffic safety. Additionally, such signs would detract from the Character-Defining Areas within the subject districts. The proposed size of directional signage should be evaluated for these same concerns. The LVPC recommends reduction of the proposed maximum signage size, to maintain regional character by preserving scenic assets (Policy 1.3).

Similarly, the proposed allowable height of 35 feet for all permissible signs is not considerate of preserving ‘key scenic corridors and viewsheds’ (of Policy 4.4). The Boroughs of Nazareth, previously referenced, and neighboring Portland both have maximum freestanding sign heights of 18 feet. This height is more complementary of the Upper Mount Bethel Township’s character and would serve to ‘coordinate land use decisions across municipal boundaries’ (of Policy 1.4) since it is reflected in adjacent and nearby communities.

Overall, the proposed maximum height and sign surface areas will create a landscape that is more reflective of commercial highway development, such as those seem along Interstate 78. Small permissible maximums for signage would protect the Township’s assets from potential threats and enhance their long-term viability (both of Policy 1.3).

Review and Approval Process Conditional Use: The LVPC advises that uses having a ‘major traffic impact’ remain a conditional use. The conditional use process allows for additional provisions or considerations in order to mitigate impacts to the community.

Plan Design: The LVPC discourages the proposed amendment to plan design standards allowing for required features to be identified utilizing aerial imagery. Site features are typically field-verified for accuracy of size, location, height and width, and should remain such in order to ensure accuracy of the plans the Township is being asked to approve. Aerial imagery serves to provide general information about a property, but cannot with accuracy depict the exact location of boundaries of infrastructure improvements, woodlands, wetlands, existing structures, and the like. Field verification, through property surveying, is a best practice in development because it is the most accurate and efficient manner to identify existing site conditions. This is supported by Policy 1.4 of FutureLV, as well as actions included therein. In addition, it is likely that, as outlined, this ordinance language is in conflict with Township regulations and potentially those of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code.

Conceptual Sketch Plan: In order to ‘provide guidance on best practices’ (of Policy 1.4), the LVPC recommends that the proposed sketch plan be reviewed for and approved in consideration of any and all applicable standards and, further, that the proposed provision allowing for combined preliminary and final subdivision and/or land development plan review be removed. The Township should ensure that any approval or vesting of development rights granted are only made in compliance with any and all applicable standards, and that no authorities permitted by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) are inadvertently relinquished. This is especially true for larger developments, like planned industrial parks, which are likely to occur over

a longer number of years, occupy more of the Township’s land area and have greater impacts to the surrounding community than smaller developments would.

Subdivision: In serving ‘as the Regional expert on planning, zoning and development’ (of Policy 14), it is the opinion of the LVPC that the proposed provision allowing for the ‘subsequent division of proposed… is exempt from additional plan requirements and/or lot design criteria of the SALDO’ (subdivision and land development ordinance) is in conflict with the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC) and, as such, should be removed. The proposed language, as written, conflicts with the MPC requirement that all development and subdivision activity be reviewed at the municipal- and county-level. Because the MPC is a State-law governing development review and administration, it is imperative that all units of government adhere to the standards included therein.

We appreciate the detailed nature of amending municipal zoning and subdivision and land development ordinances to achieve other goals, whether reuse and redevelopment or to manage growth. The LVPC team is ready to support the Township and will follow-up in regards to this proposed amendment. We look forward to continuing to working with you.

The LVPC has copied appropriate representatives from the Slate Belt Multi-Municipal Plan in order to further ‘coordinate land use decisions across municipal boundaries’ (Policy 1.4) and to ‘expand collaboration on planning and development between neighboring municipalities’ (of Policy 4.6).

Sincerely,

Samantha Smith Samantha Smith Chief Community Planner

cc: Ed Nelson, Upper Mount Bethel Manager Ronold Karasek, Upper Mount Bethel Solicitor Brooke Kerzner, Bangor Borough Mayor Nathaniel Dysarad, Bangor Borough Manager John Couch, East Bangor Borough Council Jennifer Smethers, Lower Mount Bethel Township Manager Robin Zmoda, Pen Argyl Borough Manager Paul Levits, Plainfield Township Planning Commission Chair Thomas Petrucci, Plainfield Township Manager Dan Wilkins, Portland Borough Planning Commission Chair Domenick DeFranco, Roseto Borough Planning Commission Chair Cathy Martino, Roseto Borough Manager Charles Dertinger, Washington Township Planning Commission Chair Lisa Firestone, Wind Gap Borough Administrator Tina Serfass, East Bangor, Portland and Wind Gap Boroughs and Washington Township Zoning Officer

July 8, 2020

Mr. Michael P. Hanlon Allentown City Clerk 435 Hamilton Street Allentown, PA 18101

RE: Zoning Map Amendment – B5 Urban Commercial to B/LI Business Light Industrial City of Allentown Lehigh County

Dear Mr. Hanlon:

The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) will consider the subject amendment at its Comprehensive Planning Committee and Full Commission meetings, pursuant to the requirements of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC). Discussion on agenda items largely happens during the Committee meeting. Both meetings are virtual, please see the meeting details below to attend. The LVPC will issue a follow-up letter after the Commission meeting should the Commission have any additional comments.

 LVPC Comprehensive Planning Committee Meeting o July 28, 2020 at 12:00 PM o Access via Web: http://tiny.cc/CP0825 o Call-in Number: 1-872-222-9976 o Conference ID: 682 766 193#  LVPC Full Commission Meeting o July 30, 2020 at 7:00 PM o Access via Web: http://tiny.cc/LVPC0827 o Call-in Number: 1-872-222-9976 o Conference ID: 997 415 642#

The subject application proposes to amend the zoning map by rezoning four parcels from Urban Commercial (B5) to Business / Light Industrial (B/LI). The parcel addresses include 51 through 221 North Front Street (parcel numbers 640752151002, 640752078227, 640742997610 and 640753129628).

The proposed site to be rezoned is located in a Development area of the General Land Use Plan, and has the potential to enhance ‘growth by rooting economic development strategies in the unique advantages of the Region’ (Policy 4.1) should appropriate accommodations be made in the proposal. However, as-presented the proposal is generally inconsistent with FutureLV: The Regional Plan because it would enable by- right development of heavy and other industrial uses. These uses generate tractor- trailer trips in an area that does not have the infrastructure necessary to support this type of traffic and roadway impact, and do not ‘improve efficiency of existing infrastructure’ (of Policy 2.2). Further, more intensive industrial uses are not likely to be compatible with recent redevelopment, including lighter industrial, recreation and tourism uses, or existing residential uses in the area, which does not ‘promote the fiscal health and sustainability of municipalities’ (Policy 4.6). Overall it is unclear how these uses support existing uses or City and Regional Comprehensive Plans.

Any permissible industrial uses should be well-defined in order to reduce impacts to the surrounding community to ‘maintain quality and affordability of life’ (of Policy 4.1). Industrial uses relying on freight should be strongly discouraged due to access limitations at the subject property, which does not support the location of ‘freight in areas with available and planned transportation capacity’ (of Policy 2.4).

Additionally, there are significant implications associated with previous and on-going efforts that include the subject properties, which must be considered prior to any action being taken:

Riverside Drive Multimodal Revitalization Corridor Future development of the subject property must be done in consideration of the Riverside Drive Multimodal Revitalization Corridor in order to ‘maintain regional character by preserving priority natural, historic, cultural, scenic and agricultural assets’ (Policy 1.3) and to ‘develop a mixed-transportation network to support a more compact development pattern, optimize roadway capacity and encourage alternative travel options’ (Policy 2.1). The LVPC, in partnership with the City, Whitehall Township, Delaware and & Lehigh National Heritage Corridor, Waterfront Partners, Lehigh County, Northampton County, Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA), 9/11 Memorial Trail and Wildlands Conservancy, applied for a United States Department of Transportation, Better Utilizing Investments to Leverage Development (BUILD) grant. The grant request is $24 million and match is $20 million to make up the total project cost of $44 million. The BUILD grant application, called Riverside Drive Multimodal Revitalization Corridor, is a 3.5-mile project that will create a robust, multimodal commuting corridor stretching from the City of Allentown through Whitehall Township. The subject properties are included within this corridor.

This innovative brownfield redevelopment and complete street project unites the efforts of 29 municipalities, five counties, the state government, six non-profit organizations and over 800 businesses to form the single most significant public- private partnership in the Lehigh Valley today, which supports ‘collaboration among

project partners’ (of Policy 2.6). The Riverside Drive Multimodal Revitalization Corridor supports existing neighborhoods and a traditional manufacturing area, while simultaneously reinforcing existing infrastructure assets critical to the continued operation and growth of the Nation’s fastest, and world’s second-fastest, growing logistics hub: the Lehigh Valley. Rezoning of the subject properties should be done in consideration of the planned design of Riverside Drive.

Multimodal Corridor The LVPC strongly recommends prioritizing developments that are conducive to multimodal transportation systems. The development of industrial uses in this area and accompanying tractor-trailer traffic would not support pedestrian-centered site designs of other development projects that have been proposed in the vicinity. In order to ‘support high-frequency bus service through denser, mixed-use development in Centers and along Corridors’ (of Policy 2.1), the design should provide for adequate right-of-way and amenities. Recommendations for this design are included in the ‘MacArthur Road Concept’ and MacArthur Road Cross Section’ of FutureLV.

It is of note that the Hamilton Street Corridor is a designated enhanced bus / bus rapid transit (BRT) line with significant transit investments planned over the next 20 years.

In order to improve transportation options for the surrounding community, the design should ‘improve mixed-transportation access to areas with high or growing employment opportunities’ (of Policy 4.3) and ‘implement complete street and traffic- calming measures’ (of Policy 5.1). The LVPC recommends that adequate pedestrian connections are made to the existing network, as well as to the future Riverside Drive corridor.

Housing As the high-density housing market in Allentown thrives, the importance of inclusionary housing and mixed-use developments is a vital consideration with future development of the subject properties. Provisions for inclusionary housing are strongly encouraged by the LVPC, to ‘use publicly owned property to meet housing needs’ (of Policy 4.5) and to ‘diversify price points and types of available housing’ (also of Policy 4.5).

The LVPC’s 2020 Equity Analysis indicates that the subject properties are located within a Census tract with overall low access to opportunity. More specifically 50% of households are spending 30% or more of their income on housing, which indicates that the same percentage of households are cost-burdened and are not able to obtain attainable housing. This underscores the need for inclusionary housing with future development in this area.

Environmental Stewardship Due to the site’s proximity to the Lehigh River and associated High Preservation Priority areas of the Natural Resources Plan, and in consideration of equity concerns with lower-income populations in the general vicinity, the LVPC recommends that the design minimizes ‘environmental impacts of development to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public’ (Policy 3.2).

Additionally, the LVPC recommends that the benefits of installing a green roof, rain barrels and other energy saving and green building measures to ‘minimize environmental impacts of development’ (Policy 3.1) be considered with future development. Please refer to the LVPC Green Infrastructure Guidelines document as a reference for improving the effectiveness of green design, available at LVPC.org.

Development and Design Standards The LVPC encourages ‘use of universal design’ (of Policy 5.2) by recommending that future development be considerate and reflective of the form of existing development, and recent redevelopment, along the corridor. This should include promotion of ‘street trees and pedestrian-scale lighting’ (of Policy 5.3), reduction of setbacks along future Riverside Drive and reduction of the dominance automobile amenities, such as parking lots, in the overall site design.

The LVPC further recommends that more intense uses be considered for appropriate buffering and noise emissions reduction to ‘reduce blight to improve safety and accessibility in all communities’ (of Policy 5.1).

Vision 2030 Comprehensive Plan The subject properties are located within two neighborhood plans of the City’s Vision 2030 Comprehensive Plan, East Allentown and Center Allentown. The proposed zoning and future development at the subject properties should be consistent with not only the County Comprehensive Plan, FutureLV, but should also be consistent with the City’s Comprehensive Plan, adopted in 2019, and the visions for neighborhoods outlined therein.

As defined in the Plan: ‘People will move to East Allentown for the easy access to the centers of Allentown and Bethlehem. The transit service on Hanover (Avenue) and Union (Boulevard) will increase due to higher demand. Diverse businesses will thrive and serve both the local community and the regional economy. There will be more stores, businesses, and places to live near to the Hanover and Union corridors as people value being close to schools, parks, and other walkable neighborhood amenities as well as near regional job centers. Mixed-use developments will provide new types of homes for people to live.’

The Center Allentown neighborhood is described as follows: ‘Projects on the periphery of downtown, such as the growing Seventh Street Corridor, the Jordan Creek trail, and riverfront development, will attract investment. Portal projects will

weave downtown with adjacent neighborhoods and strengthen the core. The neighborhoods will welcome new residents who connect to strong schools and reliable services, empowering the next generation of Allentonians. Enterprising small businesses in the historic areas will serve local residents and attract visitors to their clusters of unique offerings.’

The LVPC’s recommendations for future development of the subject properties give emphasis to the City’s long-term vision for the area.

Lehigh Riverfront Master Plan The Lehigh Riverfront Master Plan, adopted in 2012, specifically identifies the subject properties as ‘Zone 2’. From the Master Plan, ‘Zone 2 is referred to as the “Front Street & New Wharf Street” area that focuses on the lands between the America on Wheels Museum and the Bucky Boyle Park baseball fields to the north. This area is envisioned to be a vibrant mixed-use retail, restaurant and entertainment corridor with mixed-use office space or residential apartments above, surrounding a “south-side” public/private parking structure for the walking/biking district. The area is programmed for over 150,000 square-feet of retail, entertainment and commercial space to be focused along the new Wharf Street and Linden Street frontage and served by the parking structure and a reconfigured surface parking lot.’

Again here, we find that that the LVPC’s recommendations, specifically including housing and urban form, are strongly supportive of the City’s visualization for the subject properties and of increased ‘density of residential and mixed-use development in Centers’ (of Policy 1.2).

Overall, the LVPC encourages ‘reuse and redevelopment within urban areas’ (of Policy 1.1), which may be afforded through the proposed zoning change at the subject properties. The opportunity for development to occur in tandem with the Riverside Drive Multimodal Revitalization Corridor project offers a unique opportunity to jump start continued investment in the area. Further refinement of the zoning map should clearly takes into account all of the issues outlined herein. The LVPC advocates for the City to continue reimagining this key location in the Region to bridge neighborhoods and land uses in an equitable and resilient manner.

If you have any additional questions regarding the content of this letter, please do not hesitate to call.

Sincerely, Samantha Smith Samantha Smith Chief Community Planner

cc: Irene Woodward, Director of Planning & Zoning

July 8, 2020

Ms. Lori B. Seese, Planning Director Lower Nazareth Township 623 Municipal Drive, Suite 220 Nazareth, Pennsylvania 18064

RE: Triple Net Investments (4730 Hanoverville Road) – Land Use of Regional Significance Lower Nazareth Township Northampton County

Dear Ms. Seese:

The subject application is considered a Land Use of Regional Significance under FutureLV: The Regional Plan. The proposal qualifies as a General Industrial Facility. The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) will consider the subject amendment at its Comprehensive Planning Committee and Full Commission meetings, pursuant to the requirements of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC). Discussion on agenda items largely happens during the Committee meeting. Both meetings are virtual, please see the meeting details below to attend. The LVPC will issue a follow-up letter after the Commission meeting should the Commission have any additional comments.

 LVPC Comprehensive Planning Committee Meeting o July 28, 2020 @ 12:00 PM o Access via web: http://tiny.cc/CP0825 o Access via phone: 1-872-222-9976 . Conference ID: 682 766 193#  LVPC Full Commission Meeting o July 30, 2020 @ 7:00 PM o Access via web: http://tiny.cc/LVPC0827 o Access via phone: 1-872-222-9976 . Conference ID: 997 415 642#

The subject application proposes to consolidate two parcels totaling 24 acres and construct a 243,750-square-foot office and industrial building. The project is located at 4730 Hanoverville Road (parcel numbers L6 17 1 and L6 17 1A). While the proposal is generally consistent with FutureLV: The Regional Plan because it is located in an area designated for Development in the General Land Use Plan, the LVPC notes several opportunities for site design improvement that would increase the consistency of the project:

Multimodal Transportation In order to improve the lack of pedestrian connectivity within the site, sidewalks should be extended from the vehicle parking area along the site access driveways and on the entirety of the Hanoverville Road property frontage. These sidewalk extensions are critical in order to promote pedestrian safety and support the LVPC policy to ‘promote safe and secure community design’ (Policy 5.1).

Additionally, bicycle storage racks should be installed to support multimodal access to the site, as well as drop-off and pick-up spots for ridesharing services. Cumulatively, these recommended improvements serve to ‘develop a mixed-transportation network to support a more compact development pattern, optimize roadway capacity and encourage alternative travel options’ (Policy 2.1).

Transit The Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA) previously provided transit service approximately 1 mile west of the project site, however this service has since been discontinued due to low ridership. While LANTA understands the current warehouse trends developing in the project area, several restrictions in the vicinity severely limit connectivity along Hanoverville Road. A weight-restricted bridge on Hanoverville Road, east of Georgetown Road, prevents bus connectivity through to Route 191 in the east. The area lacks pedestrian connectivity along Hanoverville Road as well as within project sites, which precludes connecting a transit rider safely from a potential bus stop to the main entrances of the facilities. Finally, the proposed and existing projects lack space for buses to efficiently turn around on the private properties, effecting the timing of the schedules. For these reasons, the project site is not currently conducive to supporting transit services, and must be addressed in order to ‘enhance transit connections to improve mobility and job access’ (Policy 2.3). While LANTA has no plans at this time to reintroduce transit service to this corridor, the LVPC encourages direct communication between all relevant partners, including LANTA, the Township, and the LVPC, should the Township be interested in exploring possibilities for reinstating service to the area in the future based on land use improvements that would support transit.

Job Access Transit access plays a critical role in the ability for the Lehigh Valley workforce to get to and from work. Depending on the salaries and wages of the workforce that will be employed at this proposed facility, transit access may be necessary for the project to be successful. Job access is a critical concern because it affects the marketability and occupancy associated with the development. Therefore, incorporating infrastructure that accommodates multiple modes of transportation is imperative to the economic success of this development, and to remove barriers to employment (of Policy 4.3).

Transportation Impact Fee Policies Lower Nazareth Township Ordinance No. 161 establishes transportation impact fee policies and minimum standards for the requirement of transportation impact studies (TIS) in the Township. Section 8 – Special Traffic Studies indicates requirements for the preparation of

special transportation studies at a threshold of 500 or more PM Peak Hour Trips. The proposed development is not anticipated to generate nearly this volume of trips, as the proposed warehouse is estimated to generate 74 trips. Therefore, the proposed development is not required under Ordinance No. 161 to submit a transportation study.

Warehousing of nearly 2 million square feet would be required to generate the threshold of 500 Peak Hour PM trips triggering a transportation study. The LVPC strongly encourages the Township to consider revising the ordinance provisions triggering a transportation study to reduce the minimum standard, to ‘educate and collaborate across public, private and governmental entities on the effects of land use decision-making on mobility, resiliency and quality of life’ (of Policy 2.2). The Township is encouraged to work with the LVPC on considerations to revise such provisions in the future.

Congested Corridor MoveLV: Congestion Management Process identifies Jandl Boulevard to Hanoverville Road (State Route 987 to 191) as a projected 2040 Congested Corridor in the Congestion Management Process (CMP). Were a TIS required with the proposed development, the Township would be better equipped to ‘maintain existing transportation infrastructure’ (of Policy 2.6), in order to mitigate impacts to the congested corridor. The LVPC recommends that the developer coordinate with PennDOT to investigate any congestion mitigation technologies and/or improvements as part of the proposed plan that would mitigate transportation impacts and ‘enhance incident management strategies’ (of Policy 2.2).

Tractor-Trailer Accommodations The LVPC recommends the inclusion of on-site tractor-trailer staging and parking areas in order to further ‘strengthen freight mobility to minimize quality of life impacts to residents’ (Policy 2.4) and ‘expand truck parking options and amenities’ (also of Policy 2.4). Space should be provided for overnight parking, with sufficient overnight parking amenities within the site to accommodate both the tractor-trailers and drivers. Such amenities typically associated with truck stop facilities include driver facilities, as well as electrification of truck parking stalls to limit tractor-trailer idling for emission reduction and to support the improvement of air quality. These accommodations keep truck drivers safe and eliminate their need to park on road shoulders and in residential areas.

The accumulation of snow and ice on top of tractor-trailers poses a safety hazard to other vehicles on the roadway, potentially resulting in serious injury and death. The 2006 Pennsylvania Snow/Ice Removal Law requires the removal of snow and ice from all vehicles prior to leaving the site. The LVPC recommends the installation of a snow-clearing tool at the site that would easily allow for truck drivers to clean off tractor-trailers in the interest of the health and safety of those using the region’s transportation network, and to help ‘provide a safe, well-maintained transportation network’ (Policy 2.2).

Landscaping and Green Building The LVPC commends the inclusion of natural landscaping throughout the site interior and along the property frontage. The applicant is encouraged to consider additional landscaping areas with pedestrian features that would provide health and quality of life benefits to

employees and the community, in support of ‘creating community spaces that promote physical and mental health’ (Policy 5.3). These benefits include reduced depression, anxiety and stress for employees. The developer should refer to the LVPC Green Infrastructure Guidelines document as a reference for improving the effectiveness of green design, available at LVPC.org.

Additionally, the LVPC recommends that the applicant consider incorporating sustainable systems into facility functionality. These may include a green roof, solar roof, and greywater reuse for irrigation and plumbing, to ‘minimize environmental impacts of development’ (Policy 3.1).

Geology Mapping provided by the Bureau of Topographic and Geologic Survey at the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources indicates the presence of surface depressions on the site. The LVPC advises the applicant to ensure proper geotechnical testing prior to any land development, to ‘minimize environmental impacts of development to protect the health, safety and welfare of the public’ (Policy 3.2).

Stormwater The project site is located within the Monocacy Creek Watershed. This watershed has a fully implemented Act 167 Stormwater Management Ordinance. Comments relative to our review of the project’s stormwater management plan are included as Attachment 1. The LVPC has copied appropriate representatives from the partner agencies of the Nazareth Area Multi-Municipal Plan to ‘coordinate land use decisions across municipal boundaries’ (Policy 1.4). The LVPC encourages early and frequent conversation between the Township and LANTA, as well as other partners, to ‘expand collaboration on planning and development between neighboring municipalities’ (of Policy 4.6).

Our review does not include an in-depth examination of the plan relative to subdivision design standards or ordinance requirements since these items are covered in the municipal review.

In order to better meet the needs of all involved, the LVPC requires an appointment for plan signings. Please call the office and ask for a Community Planning staff person. Generally, your appointment will be within two business days.

Feel free to call me if you have any questions about this review.

Sincerely,

Jillian Seitz Senior Community Planner cc: Albert Kortze, PE, Keystone Consulting Engineers, Inc. Terry DeGroot, PE, Terraform Engineering

Mark Saginario, Bath Borough Council President / Planning Commission Chair Jason Kocsis, Chair, Bushkill Township Planning Commission John Defassio, Chapman Borough Secretary Barry Check, Chair, Hanover Township Planning Commission John Becker, Moore Township Planning Commission Chair Barbara Fischl, Nazareth Borough Planning Commission Sean Dooley, Stockertown Borough Planning Commission Chair Robert Hayes, Tatamy Borough Council Chair Lisa Klem, Upper Nazareth Township Manager Molly Wood, LANTA Planner/Land Use Specialist Daniel Ahn, Northampton County Conservation District Engineer Geoff Reese, LVPC Director of Environmental Planning Charles Doyle, LVPC Director of Transportation Planning and Data

32 ATTACHMENT 1

Act 167 Drainage Plan Review

July 8, 2020

Re: Triple Net Investments (4730 Hanoverville Road) Plans Dated May 21, 2020 Lower Nazareth Township Northampton County

The proposed storm drainage concept presented in the plans dated May 21, 2020 and storm drainage calculations dated May 15, 2020 has been reviewed for consistency with the Monocacy Creek Watershed Act 167 Storm Water Management Plan, May 2018. A checklist of the Act 167 review items is attached for your information. As indicated on the checklist, each item of the Drainage Plan has been reviewed for consistency with the Act 167 Ordinance. A brief narrative of the review findings is as follows:

The proposed development is located within drainage districts 64, 65, and 66 of the Monocacy Creek Watershed as delineated in the Act 167 Plan. As such, the runoff control criteria for the site are runoff peak and volume control for the 2-year storm, a 30% Release Rate for the 10-year storm, and a 100% Release Rate for the 25- and 100-year return period storms. Based on review of the plans and calculations, the following deficiencies are noted. The design needs, in addition to controlling runoff peak and volume for the 2-year storm event, to meet the release rates year round. Otherwise the runoff peak and volume for each storm event need to be controlled. Based on the calculations, the runoff is less than 100% for each storm event and each point of interest but the 10-year volume is not controlled for Area 001. The green infrastructure and existing water balance preservation requirements need to be met. The project proposes a single vegetated/surface best management practice facility that is not anticipated to capture all the proposed impervious area. Clarification regarding how the runoff volume will be mitigated during the winter when the spray irrigation system is inactive needs to be provided. The winter drain needs to be identifiable on the plans as well as the associated discharge point. Wooded areas need to be considered in the curve number calculations for the pre-development condition. The drainage area boundary for the northern basin is not consistent with contours directly west of the basin. The basin storage appears to be overstated. The top of berm needs to be clearly indicated on the grading plan as well as the spillway location, length and elevation. The spillway length is not consistent between the pond report and the detail. The basin is defined as a detention basin but no impermeable liner is indicated on the detail. Therefore, the Drainage Plan has been found to be inconsistent with the Act 167 requirements.

Note that only those details of the Drainage Plan included on the checklist have been covered by this review. Therefore, notable portions of the Drainage Plan not reviewed include any aspect of the post-construction storm water management plan concerning water quality, the details and design of any proposed water quality BMPs, the Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan and the details of the runoff collection system (piping). These items are reviewed by the municipal engineer and/or others, as applicable.

Once the outlined issues have been addressed, the revised plans and appropriate review fee will need to be resubmitted to our office. Please call me with any questions regarding these comments.

Sincerely yours,

Geoffrey A. Reese, PE Director of Environmental Planning

Attachment

LVPC ACT 167 REVIEW CHECKLIST

Development Name: Triple Net Investments Watershed: Monocacy Creek Municipality: Lower Nazareth Township Reviewer: Elena Tucci Date: July 8, 2020 Checked by: Geoffrey A. Reese, PE

Consistency Ordinance w/Ordinance Reference Item Yes No N/A Comment

301.A-I. General stormwater management requirements ...... X / /

305.A-E. Green infrastructure and water balance preservation standards ...... / X / See Attachment 1 for details.

306.A-C. Applicable Stormwater Management Districts

Subarea(s) 64 65 66 30%100% 30%100% 30%100% Criteria RR RR RR Criteria Key: RR = release rate; CND = conditional no detention

307.A-O. Design consistency with applicable stormwater management implementation provisions ...... / X / See Attachment 1 for details.

308.A. Computation method (rational or soil-cover-complex) ...... X / / Soil-cover-complex method used. B. Infiltration Best Management Practice loading rate ...... / / X C. Verification of detention design by routing ...... X / / D. Best Management Practice routing method ...... X / / E. Best Management Practice storage volume ...... X / / F. Wet detention pond hydrograph routing ...... / / X G. Minimum detention pond freeboard specifications ...... X / / H. Minimum size orifice or greater proposed ...... X / / I. Soil-cover-complex method design rainfall ...... X / / J. Rainfall intensities for rational method ...... / / X K. Curve numbers for soil-cover-complex method ...... / X / See Attachment 1 for details. L. Runoff coefficients for rational method ...... / / X M. Time of concentration calculation with segmental approach ...... X / / . N. Common time of concentration for rational method ...... / / X O. Detention basin analysis of tailwater effect ...... / / X P. Manning equation to calculate watercourse capacity ...... / / X

403. Drainage Plan Contents ...... / X / See Attachment 1 for details.

July 20, 2020

(Original Letter Dated July 10, 2020)

Mr. Brian Horwith, Chair North Whitehall Township Planning Commission 3256 Levans Road Coplay, PA 18037

RE: Schnecksville Elementary School Project No. 2 – LETTER OF CORRECTION Land Use of Regional Significance North Whitehall Township Lehigh County

Dear Mr. Horwith:

The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) will consider the subject application at its Comprehensive Planning Committee and Full Commission meetings, pursuant to the requirements of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC). Discussion on agenda items largely happens during the Committee meeting. Both meetings are virtual, please see the meeting details below to attend. The LVPC will issue a follow-up letter after the Commission meeting should the Commission have any additional comments.

The subject application is considered a Land Use of Regional Significance under FutureLV: The Regional Plan as an educational facility. The subject application proposes to construct a 17,869- square-foot building addition and related improvements to the existing Schnecksville Elementary School campus. The project site is located at 4260 and 4340 Sand Spring Road (parcel numbers 546933846790 and 546933702144). The proposed project is consistent with FutureLV: The Regional Plan because it is primarily located in an area designated for Preservation Buffer in the General Land Use Plan and is within a Multimodal Accessibility Buffer of the Transportation Plan. Preservation Buffers are those areas that may be able to accommodate additional development based on existing conditions and development criteria outlined in the General Land Use Plan, which are met by the proposal considering the site is

already developed, its proximity to an existing Center and its location in a Multimodal Accessibility Buffer. Further, while natural resource and agricultural conservation is strongly preferred in Preservation Buffer areas, neither exist on the subject property.

The LVPC offers the following additional comments:

Environmentally Sensitive Building and Landscape Design The LVPC recommends that educational institutions incorporate environmentally sensitive building and landscape design, such as green roofs or solar panels. This would further academic endeavors related to these technologies, enhance the campus setting, demonstrate environmental leadership within the region, and ‘reduce climate change impacts through mitigation and adaption’ (Policy 3.4). For more information, please refer to the LVPC Green Infrastructure Guidelines for design standards, available at lvpc.org.

Multimodal Accessibility The LVPC strongly encourages extension of the existing, limited, public sidewalk network in order to support continued reinvestment by both public and private entities in the Post-War Center in which the subject property is located. The existing sidewalk along Sand Spring Road should be extended for the entire frontage on this public right-of-way, and should continue along the school property frontage on Spring Hill Road. Additionally, the proposed internal sidewalk system should be connected to the recommended public sidewalk network, particularly from the access driveways to the sidewalks along the building frontages. External and internal sidewalk extensions with the proposed development will ‘promote safe routes to schools and playgrounds’ (of Policy 5.2).

Extension of the Sand Spring Road sidewalk to the building will facilitate access to the site for those utilizing Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA) service, where a stop is located nearby at the intersection of Sand Spring Road and Route 309. This will improve equitable access to jobs by means of ‘improving mixed-transportation access to areas with high or growing employment opportunities’ (Policy 4.3) and improves ‘connections between bus stops and pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure’ (of Policy 5.2).

The LVPC recommends inclusion of bicycle racks with the proposed development in order to strengthen bicycle infrastructure (of Policy 5.3). Further, inclusion of bicycle racks in a safe and convenient location on site would encourage the use of these multimodal facilities and ‘provide transportation options that are cost-effective and sustainable’ (of Policy 1.1).

Cumulatively, these recommended improvements serve to ‘develop a mixed-transportation network to support a more compact development pattern, optimize roadway capacity and encourage alternative travel options’ (Policy 2.1) and will ‘improve walkability of Post-War Centers’ (of Policy 5.3).

Traffic Safety The LVPC commends the proposed separation of bus drop-off and parent drop-off areas which is a critical element to the efficiency of the vehicular traffic patterns within the campus and to avoid conflicts, which is supportive of Policy 2.2.

Stormwater The project site is located within two watersheds, the Jordan Creek Watershed and the Coplay Creek Watershed. These watersheds have a fully implemented Act 167 Stormwater Management Ordinance. Comments relative to our review of the project’s stormwater management plan are included as Attachment 1.

The LVPC has copied appropriate representatives from adjacent municipalities in order to further ‘coordinate land use decisions across municipal boundaries’ (of Policy 1.4) and to ‘expand collaboration on planning and development between neighboring municipalities’ (of Policy 4.6).

Our review does not include an in-depth examination of the plan relative to subdivision design standards or ordinance requirements since these items are covered in the municipal review.

Feel free to call me if you have any questions about this review.

Sincerely,

Samantha Smith Samantha Smith Chief Community Planner

cc: Chris Garges, North Whitehall Township Manager Jane Kelly, North Whitehall Planning Secretary / Zoning Permit Clerk Steve Gitch, PE, North Whitehall Township Engineer Ilene Eckhart, Allen Township Manager Janice Meyers, Heidelberg Township Administrator Alice Rehrig, Lehigh Township Manager Brian Carl, Lowhill Township Administrator Renee Bickel, South Whitehall Township Manager Robert Ibach, Upper Macungie Township Manager Todd Weidman, Washington Township Manager Lee Rackus, Whitehall Township Planning Director Molly Wood, LANTA Planner Garrett Cook, Lehigh County Conservation District Engineer Geoff Reese, LVPC Director of Environmental Planning

July 23, 2020

Ms. Cynthia Carman Kramer Palmer Township Planning Director 3 Weller Place Palmer, Pennsylvania 18045

RE: Carson NW Quad (Lot 4 East) – Land Use of Regional Significance Palmer Township Northampton County

Dear Ms. Kramer:

The subject application is considered a Land Use of Regional Significance under FutureLV: The Regional Plan. The proposal qualifies as a Warehouse exceeding 250,000 square feet. The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission (LVPC) will consider the subject land use of regional significance at its Comprehensive Planning Committee and Full Commission meetings, pursuant to the requirements of the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (MPC). Discussion on agenda items largely happens during the Committee meeting. Both meetings are virtual, please see the meeting details below to attend. The LVPC will issue a follow-up letter after the Commission meeting should the Commission have any additional comments.

The subject application proposes to construct a 403,896-square-foot warehouse and distribution building on a 35-acre lot. The development includes 5,000 square feet of related office space, and 110,160 square feet of “Speed Bay” space. A speed bay is dedicated floor space adjacent to loading docks within a warehouse that provides quick access to temporary storage of goods in order to move them in quick and efficient manner. The project is located at Main Street and Route 33 (parcel number J8 23 1E 0324) in an area designated for Development in the General Land Use Plan, and directly adjacent to a major interchange.

While the proposed location of the project adjacent to appropriate infrastructure and similar industrial uses promotes a logical development pattern that serves to ‘enhance growth by rooting economic development strategies in the unique competitive advantages of the region’ (Policy 4.1), the LVPC has identified discrepancies between the plan proposal and the previously submitted traffic impact study (TIS) that affect consideration for plan approval.

The submission does not include an accurate TIS required to fully assess the transportation implications of the proposed project in this location. FutureLV constitutes that plans and their relevant materials submitted contain accurate information, as ‘municipalities must assess the impact of freight-based businesses on the entire regional transportation system’ (of Policy 2.3). Therefore, the LVPC recommends that the Township request additional or revised traffic impact information prior to consideration of approval.

The LVPC offers the following additional comments:

Transportation Impacts The LVPC reviewed a traffic impact study (TIS) that included this phase of the project in a previous review letter for the western portion of this project: Carson NW Quad (Lot 4 West), dated October 17, 2019. The TIS submitted at that time, dated September 17, 2019, encompasses both the eastern and western development phases, and indicates that the subject property would consist of a 345,404-square-foot manufacturing facility.

The TIS on file is no longer applicable to the subject application due to the discrepancies in proposed use and building square footage, as the traffic count variables are different from the Institute of Transportation Engineers (ITE) Trip Generation Manual (10th Edition) Land Use Code 140: Manufacturing that was used to compile the original TIS for analyzing this project. Land Use Code 150: Warehousing should be used to reflect trips generated by the use proposed in the current plans.

A revised TIS is required to determine the transportation impacts generated by the proposed development. The revised TIS must reflect the intended industrial use and accurate square footage depicted on the development plans. Additionally, the TIS must incorporate the appropriate ITE Land Use Code to reflect the speed bay user intent, as speed bays are typically used to stage truckloads at high-frequency turnover, as well as any vicinity improvements or development plans that have occurred since the original TIS was submitted. A speed bay, as designed for short-term storage of goods, will have impacts on traffic demand and should be considered for effects to the overall routing of freight movements with concern for the rapid delivery of goods.

Tractor-Trailer Accommodations The project location adjacent to a Route 33 interchange serves to minimize adverse impacts to nearby roadways generated by truck traffic, strengthening freight mobility to minimize quality of life impacts to residents (Policy 2.4).

The truck parking spaces provided on the plans do not specify whether overnight parking accommodations are included. The LVPC recommends the inclusion of on-site tractor-trailer staging and parking areas to further ‘strengthen freight mobility to minimize quality of life

impacts to residents’ (Policy 2.4) and ‘expand truck parking options and amenities’ (also of Policy 2.4). These should be clearly indicated on the plans. Overnight parking spaces should include appropriate amenities within the site to accommodate both the tractor-trailers and drivers. Such amenities typically associated with truck stop facilities include driver facilities, as well as electrification of truck parking stalls to limit tractor-trailer idling for emission reduction and to support the improvement of air quality. These accommodations keep truck drivers safe and eliminate their need to park on road shoulders and in residential areas.

Multimodal Accessibility The LVPC commends the inclusion of sidewalks along the property frontage on Main Street, facilitating pedestrian linkages between the proposed facility and the Tatamy Borough sidewalk network, as well as to the nearby conceptual extension of the Palmer Township Trail Network, located at the eastern Route 33 on/off ramps and Main Street. However, the site contains opportunities for improved internal linkages. Sidewalks should be extended from the building perimeter to the western parking lot to further strengthen ‘sidewalk, bike route and trail infrastructure’ (of Policy 5.3).

The inclusion of bicycle racks in a safe and convenient location on site would encourage the use of multimodal transportation options and ‘provide transportation options that are cost- effective and sustainable’ (of Policy 1.1).

The Lehigh and Northampton Area Transportation Authority (LANTA) provides public transportation service in this location via Van Buren Road at the existing cul-de-sac, located approximately .3 miles north of the main driveway entrance of the project site on Carson Court. The proposed sidewalk and crosswalk infrastructure serves to ‘encourage enhanced transit connections to improve mobility and job access’ (Policy 2.3) for employees who may wish to utilize this transit opportunity. Further expansions to the pedestrian network would ‘improve connections between mass transit and pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure’ (of Policy 2.3) within the industrial complex and provide future options for additional bus stop locations if service is warranted along Carson Court.

Environmental Considerations The LVPC commends the inclusion of natural landscaping throughout the site and along the Main Street and Carson Court property frontages. This landscaping makes for a more

attractive development, improved experience for the community and can substantially reduce the installation and management of “hard infrastructure” for stormwater management. The later has the benefit of reducing development and long-term management costs to both the private and public sectors, in addition to supporting the improvement of water and air quality for a safer and more resilient community. It is recommended that the applicant consider opportunities to further incorporate natural areas, with amenities such as paths and seating around the stormwater basin, to ‘create community spaces that promote physical and mental health’ (Policy 5.3).

Furthermore, the LVPC encourages the applicant to consider incorporating sustainable building and operations practices, including sustainably sourcing building materials and energy, green roofs, and capturing greywater to be recycled in building functions. These would further ‘minimize environmental impacts of development’ (Policy 3.2) and support the aim of FutureLV to ‘reduce climate change impacts through mitigation and adaptation’ (Policy 3.4). For more information on green infrastructure design standards, please refer to the LVPC Green Infrastructure Guidelines available at LVPC.org.

The project site is located within the Bushkill Creek Watershed. This watershed has a fully implemented Act 167 Stormwater Management Ordinance. Comments relative to our review of the project’s stormwater management plan are included as Attachment 1.

The LVPC has copied appropriate representatives from neighboring municipalities to ‘coordinate land use decisions across municipal boundaries’ (Policy 1.4) and to ‘expand collaboration on planning and development between neighboring municipalities’ (of Policy 4.6).

Our review does not include an in-depth examination of the plan relative to subdivision design standards or ordinance requirements since these items are covered in the municipal review. Feel free to call me if you have any questions about this review.

Sincerely,

Jillian Seitz Senior Community Planner cc: Robert Williams, Palmer Township Manager Brian Dillman, PE, Palmer Township Engineer Keith S. Ottes, PE, Langan Engineering Inc. Bob Milositz, Wilson Borough Planning Commission Chair Jill Garcia, Wilson Borough Manager

Dean Turner, Forks Township Planning Commission Chair John Cornell, Forks Township Manager Robert Hayes, Tatamy Borough Council Chair Deanne Werkheiser, Tatamy Borough Secretary/Treasurer Sean Dooley, Stockertown Borough Planning Commission Chair Anita Caughy, Stockertown Borough Secretary Scott Sylvainus, Upper Nazareth Township Planning Commission Chair Lisa Klem, Upper Nazareth Township Manager Lori Seese, Lower Nazareth Township Planning Director Lori Stauffer, Lower Nazareth Township Manager Amanda Raudenbush, Bethlehem Township Planning Director Doug Bruce, Bethlehem Township Manager Craig Kologie, Lower Saucon Township Planning Commission Chair Leslie Huhn, Lower Saucon Township Manager Joseph Schiller, Williams Township Planning Commission Chair Mikal Sabatine, Williams Township Manger Theresa Sidor, Glendon Borough Secretary Molly Wood, LANTA Planner/Land Use Specialist Daniel Ahn, Northampton County Conservation District Engineer Geoff Reese, LVPC Director of Environmental Planning Charlie Doyle, LVPC Director of Transportation Planning and Data

LVPC PROJECT REVIEW SUMMARY SHEET Comprehensive Planning – Full Commission Date: July 2020

PROJECT MUNICIPALITY BRIEF STATEMENT OF PURPOSE LVPC COMMENT – Considers a minor Generally consistent with – The Zoning Ordinance Bed and Breakfast FutureLV City of change to the City’s existing standards for proposed amendment poses no substantial Amendment Bethlehem ‘bed and breakfast’. impact to the Region.

Revises several sections Zoning Ordinance Miscellaneous – Generally consistent with – Bears no Bushkill for clarification, formatting and minor FutureLV Amendment substantial impact to the Region. Township grammar corrections.

Generally consistent with FutureLV – Subdivision and References to the Township Zoning Ordinance Revises several sections Land Development Miscellaneous – within the Township SALDO strengthens the Bushkill for clarification, formatting and minor Ordinance use of these documents as a best practice in an Township grammar corrections. Amendment ‘efficient development process that is responsive to regional needs’ (of Policy 1.4).

Height Limitations – Increases the Generally consistent with FutureLV – Local Zoning Ordinance South Whitehall maximum building height for residential concern and does not pose substantial impacts Amendment Township structures from 35 feet to 40 feet in to the Region, and supports increased density certain districts. within the municipality.

Official Zoning Map Adoption – Generally consistent with FutureLV – Best practice to plan Adoption of Official Map and MC to R-3 - for ‘an efficient development process that is Zoning Ordinance Updates and adopts the official zoning responsive to regional needs’ (of Policy 1.4) and Zoning Map Bath Borough map, and rezones a 9.4-acre parcel from Amendment Manufacturing Commercial (MC) to High Zoning Map Amendment – Generally consistent Density Residential (R-3). with FutureLV – Increasing residential density is encouraged in Development and Multimodal Accessibility Buffer areas.

LVPC PROJECT REVIEW SUMMARY SHEET Comprehensive Planning Date: July 2020

Permitted Uses in PUCD – Corrects a Zoning Ordinance Williams formatting error in the ‘Permitted By Right Generally consistent with FutureLV – Minor Amendment Township Uses’ section under the Planned Unit proposal is not a matter of regional concern. Commercial Development District (PUCD)

Administration and Penalties – Provides Generally consistent with FutureLV – Clarity for changes to the appeals, violations and provided by the proposal reduces ambiguity and Zoning Ordinance Hanover penalties regulations by clarifying the role acknowledges ‘the long-term impacts of Amendment Township (NC) and responsibilities of the zoning officer subdivision, development, zoning and planning’ and for pursuit of violations and appeals. (of Policy 4.6).

Considers the Small Wireless Facilities – Generally consistent with – Serves to addition of small wireless facilities (SWFs) FutureLV Zoning Ordinance ‘expand broadband, 5G and future wireless Emmaus as a permissible use in all commercial Amendment capacity’ (of Policy 2.5) and ‘improve data Borough and residential zoning districts, and accessibility in public spaces’ (of Policy 5.2). includes applicable standards.

Planned Development in R-2 District – Generally consistent with FutureLV – Increases Adds “Planned Development” as a residential density in areas of the Township Special Exception in the Medium-Density adjacent to existing development is ‘an efficient Zoning Ordinance Washington Residential (R-2) Zoning District to allow development process that is responsive to Amendment Township (NC) for multiple buildings, including garden regional needs’ (Policy 1.4) and serves to apartment or townhouse buildings, to be maintain the rural and agricultural character of constructed on a single lot. the Township (of Policy 1.3).

Generally consistent with – Allows the – Proposes FutureLV Temporary Structures Township to ‘adapt to the contemporary retail Zoning Ordinance standards for temporary structures during Salisbury economy’ (of Policy 4.2) and ‘promote the fiscal Amendment emergency declarations and introduces Township health and sustainability’ of the municipality mobile food truck regulations. (Policy 4.6).

Environment Committee LVPC PROJECT REVIEW SUMMARY SHEET Date: July 2020 TITLE MUNICIPALITY BRIEF STATEMENT LVPC COMMENT 1. Application to Renew North Whitehall Application to renew approval of existing Li’l Wolf Does not conflict with County Comprehensive Approval of Existing Township Mobile Home Park wastewater treatment plant and Plan. Per DRBC documentation, no Wastewater Treatment discharge. Plant capacity is 70,000 gallons/day substantial adverse impacts anticipated with Plant and Discharge (gpd). No expansion or modification of treatment continued operation of treatment plant. (DRBC Review) plant is proposed. Five-year renewal cycle.

46 TOTAL VEHICLE TRAFFIC State Route 33 between Interstate-78 just east Interstate-78 just east of State Route 309 just Newburg Road and State of the State Route State Route 33 exit south of State Route Route 248 309 exit (Northampton County) 378 (Lehigh County) (Northampton County) (Lehigh County) 77,192 73,950 80,000

66,413 70,000

62,477 60,000 64,407 61,910 50,000

34,694 40,000

37,840 30,000

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23,700 24,075

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Lehigh Valley Transportation Study Lehigh Valley Transportation Study Coordinating Committee Technical Committee Michael Rebert (Chair), PennDOT District 5 Christopher J. Kufro, P.E. (Chair), PennDOT District 5

Brian Hare P.E., (Vice Chair), PennDOT Central Office Brendan Cotter (Vice Chair), Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority Becky A. Bradley, AICP (Secretary), Lehigh Valley Planning Commission Becky A. Bradley, AICP, (Secretary) Lehigh Valley Planning Commission Phillips Armstrong, Lehigh County Jim Mosca, PennDOT Central Office Richard Molchany (Alt.), Lehigh County Ray O’Connell, City of Allentown Lamont G. McClure, Jr., Northampton County Leonard Lightner (Alt.), City of Allentown Michael Emili, PE (Alt.), Northampton County Robert Donchez, City of Bethlehem Ray O’Connell, City of Allentown Darlene Heller, City of Bethlehem Craig Messinger (Alt.), City of Allentown Salvatore J. Panto Jr., City of Easton Robert Donchez, City of Bethlehem Dave Hopkins, City of Easton Michael Alkhal P.E. (Alt.), City of Bethlehem Ryan Meyer, Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority Salvatore J. Panto, Jr., City of Easton

David Hopkins (Alt.), City of Easton

Owen O’Neil, Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority

Thomas Stoudt, Lehigh-Northampton Airport Authority

LVTS ADOPTED ON JULY 15, 2020

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L V T S Lehigh Valley Transportation Study This report was prepared by The Lehigh Valley Planning Commission on behalf of the Lehigh Valley Transportation Study. This report has been financed in part through funding from the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Transit Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation, under the State Planning and Research Program, Section 505 [or Metropolitan Planning Program, Section 104(f)] of Title 23, U.S. Code. The contents of this report do not necessarily reflect the official views or policy of the U.S. Department Tof ransportation.

51 INTRODUCTION

Federal regulations require that the TIP shall: What is the Transportation Cover a period of at least Improvement Program? The 2021-2024 Transportation Improvement 3 YEARS Program (TIP) is a four-year financial plan for Lehigh and Northampton counties, developed by the Lehigh Valley Transportation Study (LVTS). The 2021-2024 TIP consists of approximately Consist of projects from FutureLV: $451.8 million that will be invested into priority The Regional Plan, the locally transportation programs, construction projects or studies. developed transportation plan How is the Budget Created?

L Lehigh ValleyV PlanningP CommissionC L V T Roughly 80% of TIP funding comes through the Reflect the area’s Lehigh Valley TransportationS Study T P Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) with transportation the remaining 20% coming from Pennsylvania needs and priorities Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and/ or local sources. The amount the Lehigh Valley gets is primarily set by PennDOT and FHWA, based on population, vehicle miles traveled Include realistic cost and need among other federally designated factors. Once the amount is set, the LVTS and revenue estimates works to develop a program designed to serve for all projects the region’s needs, while following the policies of FutureLV: The Regional Plan and federal regulatory requirements. The need is always greater than the money available and the TIP, by federal law, can only budget money that is S reasonably expected to come to the region. The TIP is regulated under the United States Code 49 Include all highway and transit projects to U.S.C. 5303(j) and authorized under the Fixing be funded with federal money America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act).

L V T S 1 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 52 How Projects are Selected For a project to receive funding in the 2021-2024 TIP, it must meet a long list of state and federal guidelines for traffic safety, air quality and environmental justice. It also must align with the vision of FutureLV: The Regional Plan, and its 25-year Long-Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). A core L V CP Lehigh Valley Planning Commission concept of FutureLV is Centers and Corridors, a long-range transportation investment plan that directs L V T S Lehigh Valley Transportation Study T P redevelopment, reuse and new construction to 57 economic and housing activity Centers around the Lehigh Valley and along the Corridors that connect them. Transportation project investments are then targeted to be consistent with that concept and must be identified in FutureLV before they can be CALL FOR PROJECTS programmed in the TIP.

These steps were implemented during the project selection process: 1. Call for Projects — An open call for Long-Range Transportation Plan projects went out to the public requesting federally eligible transportation projects. 2. Project evaluation process — Lehigh Valley Transportation Study (LVTS) evaluated each project submitted in eight proposal types that included Bridges; Traffic Management Technologies; Roadway Reconstruction, Modernization and Automation; Multi-use and Bicycle Facilities; Pedestrian Facilities; PROJECT EVALUATION Transit Expansion and Modernization; Rail; and Study or Plan. PROCESS

3. Project ranking — Projects were then awarded detailed scores, ranked by score with consideration L V CP Lehigh Valley Planning Commission L V T S for its category, and prioritized. Lehigh Valley Transportation Study T P 4. Preliminary findings — The ranking of projects was opened for public comment and each project sponsor was able to present project proposals and discuss them with LVTS committee members and the public. The LVTS then analyzed the proposals and checked for consistency with overall regional priorities, all operating within defined fiscal constraints. Any qualified project that could not be funded was added to an unmet needs list of projects that can be considered for future funding. PROJECT RANKING 5. Adoption — The final list of Long-Range Transportation Plan projects was adopted by LVTS on October 2, 2019.

The TIP is a constantly evolving program that changes as project costs and schedules adjust. By federal statute the program is what’s known as “fiscally constrained”, which means that the total cost of the projects on the TIP cannot exceed the money expected to be received by the LVTS. When costs increase for one project, the money often has to come from another, just as savings on a particular project can be moved into one that needs more money. PRELIMINARY FINDINGS Nearly 89% ($267,454,921) of the total funding for roadway and bridge projects or multimodal non-transit programs included in the 2021-2024 TIP ($302,119,706), carried forward from previous 2019-2022 TIP. Managing the flow of money is equally as important as managing the project schedule. Because the four-year TIP is updated every two years, the final two years of one program serves as the first two years of the next program. This funding strategy addresses high-priority transportation needs and is designed to promote a modern, efficient transportation network. The TIP is critical to the economic and social future of the region, targeting infrastructure investments that support a vibrant, inclusive, resilient and growing Lehigh Valley. ADOPTION

53 TIP DEVELOPMENT TIMELINE

1. JULY 16, 2019 7. MAY 18, 2020 PennDOT issues Financial Guidance Public comment period begins documents to Planning Partners for 8. MAY 20, 27, JUNE 3, 2020 developing the 2021-2024 TIP Virtual public meetings on draft TIP due 11 2. DECEMBER 29, 2019 to Covid-19 Pandemic 12 13 PennDOT Connects/Local Government 9. JUNE 3, 2020 Collaboration meetings completed for Public meeting on draft TIP at LVPC carryover and new potential TIP projects Joint Technical and Coordinating 3. JANUARY 8, 2020 Committee Meeting 10 LVTS develops draft TIP for PennDOT 10. JUNE 16, 2020 coordination Public comment period ends 4. MARCH 12, 2020 11. JULY 8, 2020 Interagency air quality and LVTS proposed adpotion of TIP environmental justice consultation 9 initiated 12. AUGUST 2020 PennDOT scheduled to submit 5. MARCH 14, 2020 statewide TIP to Federal Highway Interagency air quality consultations are Administration (FHWA)/Federal Transit concluded and air quality conformity Administration (FTA) for review and 8 analysis begins approval 6. APRIL 10, 2020 13. SEPTEMBER 2020 LVTS and PennDOT complete air Anticipated approval from FHWA and quality conformity and environmental FTA of the 2019 TIP program justice analysis 7 5 6

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L V T S 3 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 54 L V T S Lehigh Valley Transportation Study MEETING COMMUNITY OBJECTIVES

Performance-Based Planning Air Quality & Environmental Justice The 2021-2024 TIP will be the first in the region that’s based on three new Every project on the TIP must meet federal air quality conformity standards federally set performance measures designed to reduce injuries, save lives and through travel demand modeling, as well as an Environmental Justice Benefits better manage maintenance of the region’s transportation network. and Burdens analysis. One set of measures prescribed by the Federal Highway Administration The Lehigh Valley is required to perform travel forecasting to determine (FHWA), and adopted by the LVTS in January of 2020, requires recording data transportation network demand. Transportation network demand is then on fatalities and injuries, and setting new safety goals to reduce those. evaluated for conformity under the 2008 eight-hour ozone National Ambient Air A second set of measures, adopted in 2018, collects data on National Quality Standards (NAAQS) and the 2006 24-hour NAAQS. That evaluation is Highway System and National Interstate System pavement and bridge surface designed to ensure that federal funding goes to projects that are consistent with conditions, and sets standards to improve those conditions. air quality standards. And a third set of measures was added in 2019 to collect data on congestion An Environmental Justice analysis is also performed to determine how projects and air quality impacts, by cars and trucks, on the National Highway System affect access to jobs, shopping, education and mobility for disadvantaged and National Interstate System. populations such as elderly, disabled, minority and low-income people. A conditions assessment was conducted to determine crash, transit, pavement With all three measures in place for the first time, the goal is clear: Collect data and bridge condition data in neighborhoods where disadvantaged populations and target transportation investments to improve the system. live. That information serves as a basis for evaluating the burdens and benefits Annually, the FHWA will determine whether PennDOT and the LVTS have of the TIP. Using Environmental Justice criteria for project selection helps met or made progress in meeting their goals. The end result is a project address long-standing challenges experienced by residents of historically selection process rooted in data and analysis to enhance transportation system disadvantaged communities with limited transportation alternatives, or who live performance. in places with environmental conditions threatening health and safety. The overall goal is to reduce vehicle emissions to improve air quality and eliminate barriers to access, improving the quality of the transportation system for everyone, equitably.

55 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

Public participation is a key component in drafting the TIP. Community input often leads to important changes. The draft 2021-2024 TIP will be available for a 30-day public review and comment period starting May 18, 2020 and closing on June 16, 2020. Copies of the Draft TIP will be available at: • lvpc.org and Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, 961 Marcon Blvd, Suite 310, Allentown If the Covid-19 Pandemic Disaster Emergency is lifted during the public comment period and partner facilities reopen to the public, copies will be delivered to: • Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, District 5-0, 1002 Hamilton Street, Allentown • Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA), 1060 Lehigh Street, Allentown • Allentown Public Library, 1210 Hamilton Street, Allentown • Bethlehem Public Library, 11 West Church Street, Bethlehem • Easton Public Library, 515 Church Street, Easton The LVPC website will be regularly updated. Comments on the TIP can also be made during these virtual public meetings: • 12 pm, May 20, can be accessed online at http://tiny.cc/TIP0520mtg or by phone at +1 872-222-9976, Conference ID: 568 479 393#. • 4:30 pm, May 27, can be accessed online at http://tiny.cc/ TIP0527mtg or by phone at +1 872-222-9976, Conference ID: 148 149 258#. • 9 am, June 3, Joint Technical + Coordinating Committee Meeting, can be accessed online at http://tiny.cc/LVTS0603mtg or by phone at +1 872-222-9976, Conference ID: 110 559 235#. LVTS is committed to compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements of applicable civil rights statutes, executive orders, regulations and policies. The meeting locations are accessible to persons with disabilities. With advance notification, accommodations may be provided for those with special needs related to language, sight or hearing. If you have a request for a special need, wish to file a complaint, or desire additional information, please contact the LVPC at (610) 264-4544 or [email protected]. Comments may be sent to the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission, 961 Marcon Blvd., Suite 310, Allentown, PA 18109 or submitted online at www.lvpc.org.

L V T S 5 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 56 $451,834,483 2021-2024 TOTAL TIP INVESTMENT

$23,308,376 $6,238,188 $2,880,000

Traffic Management Multi-Use Trails and Transit Expansion/ Technologies Bicycle Facilities Modernization

$124,241,626 $2,318,100 $146,834,777

Reconstruction/Modernization/ Pedestrian Facilities/ Transit Automation Safe Routes to Schools

$11,494,950 $134,518,466

Roadway Expansion Bridge Replacement/ Rehabilitation

57 2021-2024 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

N W E L V T S S Lehigh Valley Transportation Study L V T S Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 58 TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM

2021-2024 PROJECTS

59 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGIES Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Bath Borough Traffic Signal Preliminary Engineering $ 154,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 154,500 Optimiation: Install system to inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — sychronize traffic signals along Bath Borough, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 25,750 $ — $ — $ — $ 25,750 24 State Route 512 corridor, 14 including the traffic signals at Northampton tility Relocation $ 15,450 $ — $ — $ — $ 15,450 County State Route 87 and State Construction $ 755,300 $ 78,700 $ — $ — $ 1,545,000 Route 248. Total 951,000 789,700 — — 1,740,700

Freeway Service Patrol: Two Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — roaming tow trucks to respond to incidents on Interstate 78 Lehigh and inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — from State Route 100 to the Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 25 counties 145 State Route 30 split and tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Interstate 78/S Route 22, from State Route 100 to State Construction $ 845,31 $ 150,000 $ 250,000 $ 250,000 $ 1,45,31 Route 33. Total 845,391 150,000 250,000 250,000 1,495,391 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — MacArthur Road Signal City of inal Design $ 00,000 $ 5,250 $ — $ — $ 5,250 Allentown and Upgrade: Traffic signal Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 175,000 $ 31,000 $ — $ — $ 20,000 upgrades along the MacArthur hitehall 145 Road corridor, between th Township, tility Relocation $ — $ 53,450 $ — $ — $ 53,450 Street and Chestnut Street. Lehigh County Construction $ — $ 2,005,000 $ 1,70,000 $ 481,000 $ $4,27,000 Total 775,000 2,184,700 1,790,000 481,000 5,230,700

Lehigh Valley Intelligent Preliminary Engineering $ 30,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 30,000 Transportation System - inal Design $ — $ — $ 327,810 $ — $ 327,810 Phase 1: Install Variable Lehigh and Message Signs (VMS) and Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ $54,35 $ — $ 54,35 143 N/A Closed Circuit Television counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 5,275 $ 5,275 Cameras (CCTV) at various Construction $ 38,250 $ 200,000 $ — $ 2,000,000 $ 2,58,250 locations along S Route 22. Total 695,250 200,000 382,445 2,056,275 3,333,970

Cedar Crest Signal Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Upgrade: Traffic Signal Salisbury inal Design $ 18,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 18,000 upgrades along the State Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 75,000 $ 38,300 $ — $ — $ 113,300 1 Route 2 (Cedar Crest Lehigh County 145 Boulevard) corridor, tility Relocation $ — $ 4,140 $ — $ — $ 4,140 between ish Hatchery Construction $ — $ — $ 700,000 $ 2,031,750 $ 2,731,750 Road to Lincoln Avenue. Total 693,000 102,440 700,000 2,031,750 3,527,190 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 248 Signal Lehigh inal Design $ 20,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 20,000 Upgrade: Traffic signal Township, upgrades at three Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 51,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 51,500 2 Northampton 145 intersections along the tility Relocation $ — $ 53,450 $ — $ — $ 53,450 County State Route 248 corridor. Construction $ — $ — $ 450,000 $ 3,525 $ 81,525 Total 257,500 53,450 450,000 369,525 1,130,475

L V T S 9 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 60 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGIES

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Mauch Chunk Road Signal inal Design $ 154,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 154,500 Upgrades: Traffic signal South hitehall Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 51,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 51,500 32 upgrades along the State 145 Township, tility Relocation $ — $ 53,450 $ — $ — $ 53,450 Route 1017 (Mauch Chunk Lehigh County Road) corridor. Construction $ — $ 400,000 $ 241,400 $ — $ 41,400 Total 206,000 453,450 241,400 — 900,850 Traffic Operations Center: unding for an operator in the Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Traffic Operations Center inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — (TOC) in PennDOT District 5-0 Lehigh and N/A for management coverage of Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 148 Closed Circuit Television counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — (CCTV) cameras, Dynamic Construction $ 50,000 $ — $ 50,000 $ — $ 100,000 Message Signs message boards and Highway Advisory Total 50,000 — 50,000 — 100,000 Radio system.

Preliminary Engineering $ 2,345 $ — $ — $ — $ 2,345 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study Upgrade Analog Lehigh and inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — CCTVs to Digital: pgrades of Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A 143 the Closed Circuit TV counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — montioring system to digital technology. Construction $ — $ 8,570 $ — $ — $ $8,570 Total 2,345 98,570 — — 100,915 Amaon Offsite Improve- ments: Improvements to Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — existing signalized intersections inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — along State Route 1002 (Main Palmer Strategic N/A Street) at Van Buren Road Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Safety (T-51) in Palmer Township and Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Highway County Project State Route 1002 (hler Road) Construction $ 2,500,000 $ 2,500,000 $ — $ — $ 5,000,000 at both Bushkill Drive (State Route 201) and Sullivan Trail Total 2,500,000 2,500,000 — — 5,000,000 (State Route 2025).

Preliminary Engineering $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 200,000 Traffic Review Assist: Lehigh and inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Consulting staffing Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A 148 technical review counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — assistance for traffic unit. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ Total 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Corridor Signal Improve- inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — ment Line Item: A reserve Lehigh and line item for signal improve- Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 148 N/A ments to congested corridors counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — that contain multiple signals. Construction $ — $ 10,20 $ 2,475 $ 185,450 $ 18,185 Total — 10,260 2,475 185,450 198,185

61 TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGIES Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ 350,000 $ 350,000 Coopersburg Signal inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Coopersburg Upgrade: Traffic Signal Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 37 Borough, 145 upgrades along the State tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Route 30 Road corridor. Lehigh County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — — 350,000 350,000

ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION/MODERNIATION/AUTOMATION

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Preliminary Engineering $ 15,450 $ — $ — $ — $ 15,450 North inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — MacArthur Road Resurfacing: hitehall and Resurface MacArthur Road Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 11 hitehall 143 (State Route 145) from Grape Townships, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Street to State Route 32. Lehigh County Construction $ 4,35,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 4,35,000 Total 4,650,450 — — — 4,650,450 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — South US Route 22 Resurfacing to hitehall and inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — pper 12 I-78 Split: Resurface S Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Macungie 143 Route 22 from State Route 30 tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — to I-78 split. Townships, Lehigh County Construction $ 4,300,000 $ 335,000 $ — $ — $ 4,35,000 Total 4,300,000 335,000 — — 4,635,000

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 33 Resurfacing: Bethlehem, Resurface State Route 33 from Lower Nazareth inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — the Chrin Interchange to S and Plainfield Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 4 18 Route 22, including interchange Townships, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — ramps at State Route 248 and Northampton Hecktown Road. County Construction $ 5,250,000 $ 1,0,000 $ — $ — $ 7,210,000 Total 5,250,000 1,960,000 — — 7,210,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — US Route 22 Resurfacing hitehall and inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — from 15th Street to MacArthur South Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 13 Road: Resurface S Route 22 hitehall 143 from 15th Street to MacArthur Townships, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Road. Lehigh County Construction $ 4,120,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 4,120,000 Total 4,120,000 — — — 4,120,000

L V T S 11 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 62 ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION/MODERNIATION/AUTOMATION Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — US Route 22 Resurfacing South inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — from 15th Street to State 15 hitehall Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Route 309: Resurface S Township, 143 tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Route 22 from 15th Street to Lehigh County State Route 30. Construction $ 3,04,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 3,04,500 Total 3,904,500 — — — 3,904,500 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Palmer Township and inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — US Route 22 Resurfacing: ilson Revision 17 Resurface S Route 22 from Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Bethman Road to 25th Street. Borough, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Northampton County Construction $ 3,000,000 $ 0,000 $ — $ — $ 3,00,000 Total 3,000,000 90,000 — — 3,090,000

Lehigh Valley Transporatation Study Safety Line Item: This is Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — a line item reserve for cost inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — overruns on approved road and Lehigh and bridge projects from past and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Northampton current Transportation Improve- tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — counties N/A ment Programs, as well as Construction $ 1,88,17 $ 18,330 $ 170,577 $ 0,000 $ 2,318,083 14 future data-driven strategic safety projects in Lehigh and Total 1,889,176 168,330 170,577 90,000 2,318,083 Northampton Counties.

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 3022 Resurfac- inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — eisenberg ing: Resurfacing and guiderail Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 2 Township, Revision upgrades along State Route Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 3022 (Old Route 22). Construction $ 1,442,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 1,442,000 Total 1,442,000 — — — 1,442,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Catasauqua inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Race Street Resurfacing: Borough and 27 Resurface Race Street from Hanover Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 153 irst Avenue to State Route 87 Township, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — (Airport Road). Lehigh County Construction $ 1,380,200 $ — $ — $ — $ 1,380,200 Total 1,380,200 — — — 1,380,200 1: Strategic Safety Highway Project 2: Strategic Safety Highway Project

63 ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION/MODERNIATION/AUTOMATION

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Market Steet Resurfacing: pper Mount inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Resurface State Route 512 20 Bethel Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — (Market Street) from Main Township, 14 tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Street to State Route 11. Northampton County Construction $ 1,250,000 $ 1,041,750 $ — $ — $ 2,21,750 Total 1,250,000 1,041,750 — — 2,291,750 State Route 309 & Tilghman Street: Reconstruction and Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — upgrade of State Route 30/ inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 1002 (Tilghman South Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 1,210,200 $ — $ — $ — $ 1,210,200 142 1 Street) Interchange. Includes hitehall replacement and rehabilitation Township, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — of S 22 Bridge over State Lehigh County Construction $ — $ 12,250,000 $ ,000,000 $ 7,25,000 $ 25,875,000 Route 30 and roadway drainage improvements, base Total 1,210,200 12,250,000 6,000,000 7,625,000 27,085,200 repair and overlay.

Shimersville Hill Safety Improvements: Add left turn Preliminary Engineering $ 224,30 $ — $ — $ — $ 224,30 lanes at the State Route inal Design $ 412,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 412,000 100/State Route 2 intersec- pper Milford tion. pgrade signals at State Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 30,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 30,000 5 Township, 144 Route 100/State Route 2, St. Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ 213,800 $ — $ — $ 213,800 Peters/Shimersville Road, State Route 2/Buckeye Road, and Construction $ — $ 3,88,000 $ 1,0,500 $ — $ 5,87,500 State Route 2/Colebrook Total 945,360 4,102,800 1,990,500 — 7,038,660 Avenue/Ramer Road.

State Route 145 Safety Improvements: Safety Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — improvements include milling, inal Design $ 700,000 $ 21,000 $ — $ — $ 721,000 overlay, accessibility features, City of left turning lanes and access Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 233,333 $ 24,17 $ — $ — $ 257,500 142 Allentown, 3 management on State Route Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ 8,333 $ 142,12 $ — $ 240,525 145 (ourth Street/Susque- Construction $ — $ — $ 3,1,7 $ 5,833,333 $ ,000,000 hanna Street) from Emmaus Avenue to est yoming Total 933,333 143,500 3,308,859 5,833,333 10,219,025 Street.

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Route 248 Realignment: inal Design $ 375,000 $ 34,000 $ — $ — $ 721,000 Bath Borough, Realign the Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 140,000 $ — $ — $ 140,000 7 Northampton Street intersection with Main 143 County tility Relocation $ 375,000 $ 213,800 $ — $ — $ 588,800 Street along State Route 248. Construction $ — $ 05,000 $ 3,584,800 $ — $ 4,48,800 Total 750,000 1,604,800 3,584,800 — 5,939,600

L V T S 13 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 64 ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION/MODERNIATION/AUTOMATION

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Lehigh Valley Transporatation Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Study Highway & Bridge Line inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Item: Reserve line item that Lehigh and N/A provides funding for cost Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 152 overruns on approved road and counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — bridge projects from past and Construction $ 85,3 $ 78,728 $ 20,833 $ 2,03 $ 3,088,023 current TIPs. Total 985,689 789,728 620,833 692,093 3,088,023

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — All Weather Pavement inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Markers: Installation of all Lehigh and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A weather pavement markings at Northampton various locations throughout counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 14 the region. Construction $ 400,000 $ — $ 400,000 $ — $ 800,000 Total 400,000 — 400,000 — 800,000

Preliminary Engineering $ 343,750 $ — $ — $ — $ 343,750 Linden Street Resurfacing: inal Design $ — $ 375,000 $ 15,500 $ — $ 534,500 Roadway reconstruction on City of Bethlehem, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 3015 (Linden Northampton 143 Street) from Elizabeth Avenue County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — to ashington Avenue. Construction $ — $ — $ 5,000,000 $ 1,00,850 $ ,00,850 Total 343,750 375,000 5,159,500 1,009,850 6,888,100 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Urban Line Item Reserve: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Lehigh and Reserve line item for Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A Northampton New unanticipated expenses in counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — urbanized areas. Construction $ 183,858 $ 2,18 $ 24,88 $ 117,34 $ 817,75 Total 183,858 269,618 246,886 117,394 817,756

Preliminary Engineering $ 154,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 154,500 611 Retaining Wall Rehabili- inal Design $ — $ — $ 327,810 $ — $ 327,810 Rehabilitation of the City of Easton, tation: Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ 21,855 $ — $ 21,855 21 retaining wall along State Northampton 147 Route 11 (North Delaware County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 112,550 $ 112,550 Drive). Construction $ — $ — $ — $ 1,250,000 $ 1,250,000 Total 154,500 — 349,665 1,362,550 1,866,715 New Reserve unding

65 ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION/MODERNIATION/AUTOMATION

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Transportation Improvement Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Project Construction inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Assistance: Provides funding for Lehigh and consultant assistance for N/A Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inspection and/or oversight of Counties 148 approved TIP construction projects, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — including highway, bridge and Construction $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 200,000 transportation alternative projects. Total 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000 State Route 222 Corridor Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Safety Improvements: Add a signal to the intersection of pper inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 222 and State Macungie Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 43 Route 3012 (Schantz Road) as Township, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 142 well as State Route 222 and Lehigh County State Route 83 (armington Construction $ 10,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 10,000 Road). Total 10,000 — — — 10,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — US Route 22 Resurfacing: Resurface of S Route 22 from Bethlehem inal Design $ 475,000 $ 87,8 $ — $ — $ 52,8 2 armersville Road to State Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 103,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 103,000 Northampton 142 Route 512, including the State tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Route 11 and State Route County Route 512 interchange ramps. Construction $ — $ 10,000,000 $ 5,500,000 $ — $ 15,500,000 Total 578,000 10,087,689 5,500,000 — 16,165,689

Environmental Impacts Preliminary Engineering $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ — Resolution Line Item: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Regional line item set-aside for Lehigh and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — monitoring, maintenance and Northampton N/A repairs of constructed wetlands counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — and Municipal Separate Storm Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Sewer System requirements on approved road and bridge Total 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000 147 projects.

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — D&L Trail Lackawanna Lower Saucon inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Resurfacing: Resurface PA Township, 1 35 11 from Bucks County line to Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Revision Northampton T-3 (Browns Drive) at the tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — County illiams Township line. Construction $ 300,000 $ 215,000 $ — $ — $ 515,000 Total 300,000 215,000 — — 515,000

1: Strategic Safety Highway Project

L V T S 15 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 66 ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION/MODERNIATION/AUTOMATION

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — US Route 22 Resurfacing: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Resurface of S Route 22 from Bethlehem 42 Bethman Road to armersville Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Revision1 Road, including ramps at the Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — County State Route 33 interchange. Construction $ 20,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 20,000 Total 20,000 — — — 20,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 611 Retaining inal Design $ — $ 375,000 $ 212,50 $ — $ 587,50 Wall Replacements: illiams Replacement of a retaining Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 2,725 $ — $ — $ 2,725 21 wall along State Route 11 Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 54,35 $ — $ 54,35 147 (South Delaware Drive). County Construction $ — $ — $ 3,000,000 $ 278,100 $ 3,278,100 Total — 401,725 3,267,585 278,100 3,947,410 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ 41,715 $ — $ 41,715 Emmaus inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ 450,200 $ 450,200 Lehigh Street Betterment: Borough and Resurface State Route 2005 City of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ 112,550 $ 112,550 30 (Lehigh Street) from State 14 Allentown, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Route 2 to State Route 145. Lehigh County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — 491,715 562,750 1,054,465 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ 300,000 $ 300,000 Bethlehem Township and inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 33 Resurfacing: Lower Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 38 Resurface State Route 33 18 from I-78 to S Route 22. Saucon, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Northampton County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — — 300,000 300,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Union Street Railroad City of Upgrade: Signalization Allentown, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 41 147 upgrades to the nion Street Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — rail crossing. Construction $ 150,000 $ 100,000 $ — $ — $ 250,000 Total 150,000 100,000 — — 250,000 Ruppsville Road: pgrades to Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — the railroad safety equipment including the replacement of pper inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — one mast arm and one Macungie Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 40 147 cantilever to manage traffic Township, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — where Ruppsville Road Lehigh County crosses the track of Norfolk Construction $ — $ 270,200 $ — $ — $ 270,200 Southern railway. Total — 270,200 — — 270,200 1: Strategic Safety Highway Project

67 ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION/MODERNIATION/AUTOMATION Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Broad Street Naareth Railroad Crossing: Safety improvements to upgrade Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — railroad equipment where State Nazareth inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Route 11 crosses the track of Borough, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 34 Norfolk Southern railway. 145 Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Includes replacement of County antiquated equipment with one Construction $ — $ 32,423 $ 350,000 $ 350,000 $ 732,423 mast arm and one cantilever to Total — 32,423 350,000 350,000 732,423 cover three lanes of southbound traffic. Bethlehem Railroad Warning Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Safety Devices: pgrades to Bethlehem the railroad safety equipment Township, inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — where State Route 3015, City of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 28 145 Township Line Road, Christian Bethlehem, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Springs Road and Schoeners- Northampton ville Road cross the track of County Construction $ — $ — $ 0,000 $ 500,000 $ 1,10,000 Norfolk Southern railway. Total — — 660,000 500,000 1,160,000 Canal Road Allentown Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Railroad Crossing: pgrade the railroad safety equipment inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — City of where Canal Road crosses the Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 3 Allentown, 14 track of Norfolk Southern Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — railway. Replace antiquated equipment with one mast arm Construction $ — $ — $ 350,000 $ — $ 350,000 and one cantilever. Total — — 350,000 — 350,000 Penn Ave Alburtis Railroad: Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — pgrades to railroad safety inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — equipment where Penn Alburtis Avenue crosses Norfolk Borough, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 3 14 Southern railway. Replace- Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — ment of antiquated equipment Construction $ — $ — $ 281,377 $ — $ 281,377 with one mast arm and one cantilever. Total — — 281,377 — 281,377

L V T S 17 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 68 ROADWAY EPANSION

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Easton Two-Way Street Conversion: Make four one-way inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — streets (2nd, Spring Garden, 4th City of Easton, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 23 Northampton 144 and erry streets) that direct tility Relocation $ 51,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 51,500 traffic through the downtown into County two-way streets. Construction $ 1,751,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 1,751,000 Total 1,802,500 — — — 1,802,500 Lehigh Race Street Intersec- tion: Add turning lanes at the intersection of Race Street and Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Lehigh Street. Signalize the inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — intersections of Race Street/- Catasauqua Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 1 ront Street and Race Borough, 142 Street/Second Street. ront Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Street and Second Street will Construction $ 2,000,000 $ 51,850 $ — $ — $ 2,51,850 become two-way streets (one Total 2,000,000 651,850 — — 2,651,850 lane northbound and one lane southbound).

State Route 145 over Jordan Creek: Replacement/Rehabili- Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — tation and widening of the hitehall inal Design $ 50,000 $ 80,000 $ — $ — $ 1,030,000 State Route 145 (MacArthur Township and Road) Bridge over Jordan Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 700,000 $ 72,500 $ — $ — $ 772,500 22 City of Creek and the widening of 152 Allentown, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 145 to three lanes Lehigh County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — in each direction, from airmont Avenue to Jordan Total 1,650,000 152,500 — — 1,802,500 Parkway.

State Route 309 Center Valley Interchange: The current at-grade intersection Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — of State Route 30 and inal Design $ — $ 1,250,000 $ 2,384,00 $ — $ 3,34,00 pper Saucon Center Valley Parkway will be Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 25,000 $ 78,500 $ — $ 1,03,500 8 converted to an interchange Township, 144 with a bridge crossing. A Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — southbound on-ramp from Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Center Valley Parkway to Total — 1,875,000 3,363,100 — 5,238,100 State Route 30 will be added.

69 MULTI-USE TRAILS AND BICYCLES FACILITIES

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Allentown Jordan Creek Greenway Trail: Construction inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — of the Jordan Creek Greenway City of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 31 Allentown 12 Trail segment, from Turner tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Street along the Jordan Creek Lehigh County to Sumner Avenue. Construction $ 1,000,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 1,000,000 Total 1,000,000 — — — 1,000,000 D&L Trail Catasauqua to Canal Park: Construction of Catasauqua Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — DL Trail segment in the Borough, Borough of Catasauqua, Lehigh County inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 33 Lehigh County, and Hanover and Hanover Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 178 Township, Northampton Township, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — County, from the Northampton Northampton County line to Canal Park County Construction $ 838,188 $ — $ — $ — $ 838,188 along the old DL tow path. Total 838,188 — — — 838,188

Transportation Enhance- Preliminary Engineering $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 200,000 ment/Alternative Projects: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Consultant contract to assist Lehigh and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A local sponsors in guiding Northampton 147 approved transportation counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — enhancement/alternative Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — projects. Total 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000 Preliminary Engineering $ 1,500,000 $ 500,000 $ 1,000,000 $ 1,000,000 $ 4,000,000 Delivery Consultant Assis- tance: Consultant assistance inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — for design aspects of project Lehigh and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A Northampton 143 delivery, including roadway, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — trails, bridge and transportation counties alternative projects. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 1,500,000 500,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 4,000,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Construction Assistance: Consultant assistance for inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Lehigh and inspection and/or oversight of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A Northampton roadway, trail, bridge and 148 counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — transportation alternative projects. Construction $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 200,000 Total 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 200,000

L V T S 19 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 70 PEDESTRIAN FACILITIES/SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOLS Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside Program Reserve Line Item: Projects defined as Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — transportation alternatives such inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — as pedestrian and bicycle Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — facilities, infrastructure projects Lehigh and N/A that enhance mobility, communi- tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Northampton 144 ty streetscape improvement Construction $ 335,100 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 2,318,100 counties activities, environmental Total 335,100 661,000 661,000 661,000 2,318,100 mitigation, recreational trail projects, and safe routes to school projects.

BRIDGE REPLACEMENT/REHABILITATION PROJECTS

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Wire Mill Bridge: Replace- inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — ment/Rehabilitation of the ire City of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 51 Mill Bridge that carries State Allentown, 152 Route 145 (Lehigh Street) over Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — the Little Lehigh Creek. Construction $ 4,000,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 4,000,000 Total 4,000,000 — — — 4,000,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Indian Creek Road Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Replacement/Rehabilitation of Allen Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 52 the bridge carrying State Route Northampton 153 301 (Indian Trail Road) over County tility Relocation $ 41,200 $ — $ — $ — $ 41,200 Hokendauqua Creek. Construction $ 2,12,500 $ 1,700,000 $ — $ — $ 3,82,500 Total 2,203,700 1,700,000 — — 3,903,700 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 1015 Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Replacement/Rehabilitation of ashington Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 57 State Route 1015 (Lower 153 South Main Street) Bridge over Northampton tility Relocation $ 30,00 $ — $ — $ — $ 30,00 County Martins Creek. Construction $ 1,250,000 $ 1,01,000 $ — $ — $ 2,2,000 Total 1,280,900 1,016,000 — — 2,296,900

71 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT/REHABILITATION PROJECTS

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ 1,000,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 1,000,000 Hill to Hill Bridge: Replace- City of ment/Rehabilitation of the Hill inal Design $ — $ 5,87,500 $ 72,500 $ — $ ,414,000 Bethlehem, to Hill Bridge (State Route 378) Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 5,150,000 $ 15,000 $ — $ 5,345,000 45 Lehigh and over the Lehigh River, Norfolk 152 Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 3,250,000 $ 3,250,000 Southern railroad and city counties streets. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 1,000,000 10,837,500 921,500 3,250,000 16,009,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Walnut Street Bridge: inal Design $ 500,000 $ 118,000 $ — $ — $ 18,000 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Slatington Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 500,000 $ 208,240 $ — $ — $ 708,240 47 the bridge that carries South Borough, 152 alnut Street over Trout Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 11,240 $ — $ 11,240 Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ 1,25,000 $ 4,28,000 $ 5,14,000 Total 1,000,000 326,240 1,816,240 4,289,000 7,431,480 hitehall Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Cementon Bridge: Replace- Township, inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — ment/Rehabilitation of the Lehigh County Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 4 Cementon Bridge carrying and Northamp- 152 State Route 32 (Main Street) ton Borough, tility Relocation $ 500,000 $ 15,250 $ — $ — $ 5,250 over the Lehigh River. Northampton Construction $ — $ 7,500,000 $ 3,750,000 $ 3,35,300 $ 14,45,300 County Total 500,000 7,695,250 3,750,000 3,395,300 15,340,550 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — High Friction Surfaces 2021: Lehigh and Installation of High riction Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Northampton Surface treatments at various 145 counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — locations. Construction $ 400,000 $ — $ 400,000 $ — $ 800,000 Total 400,000 — 400,000 — 800,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Geigers Covered Bridge: hitehall Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 73 Rehabilitation of Historic Township, Revision1 Geigers Covered Bridge. Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Construction $ 400,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 400,000 Total 400,000 — — — 400,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Newburg Road Bridge: inal Design $ 375,000 $ 140,000 $ — $ — $ 515,000 Rehabilitation of State Route Lower Nazareth Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 51,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 51,500 53 3020 (Newburg Road) bridge 155 over a tributary of Monocacy Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 1,30 $ — $ 1,30 County Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ 1,250,000 $ 2,028,100 $ 3,278,100 Total 426,500 140,000 1,266,390 2,028,100 3,860,990 1: Strategic Safety Highway Project

L V T S 21 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 72 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT/REHABILITATION PROJECTS

Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ 375,000 $ 8,800 $ — $ — $ 473,800 Hollenbachs Bridge: inal Design $ — $ 470,30 $ — $ — $ 470,30 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Lowhill Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 181,730 $ — $ — $ 181,730 55 State Route 400 Hollenbachs Township, 154 Bridge over Mill Creek and Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 7,40 $ — $ 7,40 Newside Road. Construction $ — $ — $ 1,000,000 $ 420,510 $ 1,420,510 Total 375,000 750,890 1,076,490 420,510 2,622,890 Preliminary Engineering $ 375,000 $ 243,000 $ — $ — $ 18,000 Farmersville Road Bridge: Bethlehem inal Design $ — $ — $ 250,000 $ 187,080 $ 437,080 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ 81,55 $ — $ 81,55 54 State Route 202 (armersville Northampton 155 Road) Bridge over S Route tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 5,275 $ 5,275 County 22. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ 2,125,000 $ 2,125,000 Total 375,000 243,000 331,955 2,368,355 3,318,310 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Kernsville Road Bridge: inal Design $ 312,500 $ 202,500 $ — $ — $ 515,000 Replacement/Rehabilitation of North hitehall Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 51,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 51,500 50 the bridge carrying State Route Township, 154 4003 (Kernsville Road) over Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 27,320 $ — $ 27,320 Jordan Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ 2,500,000 $ 1,870,800 $ 4,370,800 Total 364,000 202,500 2,527,320 1,870,800 4,964,620 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Meadows Road Bridge: Lower Saucon inal Design $ 250,000 $ 31,500 $ — $ — $ 5,500 Bridge Replacement/Rehabili- Township Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 75,000 $ 7,500 $ — $ — $ 154,500 tation of Northampton County 70 Northampton 153 Bridge 15; T-37 (Meadows tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 5,275 $ 5,275 County Road) over Saucon Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 325,000 396,000 — 56,275 777,275 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 29 Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Replacement/Rehabilitation of pper Milford Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 74 the State Route 2 (Chestnut 152 Street) Bridge over Reading Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Railroad. Construction $ 300,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 300,000 Total 300,000 — — — 300,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ 225,100 $ — $ — $ — $ 255,100 Raubsville Road Bridge: illiams Replacement/Rehabilitation of Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 5,275 $ — $ — $ — $ 5,275 3 153 State Route 200 (Raubsville Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ 12,030 $ — $ — $ 12,030 Road) Bridge over reys Run. County Construction $ — $ 812,500 $ 30,70 $ — $ 1,203,170 Total 281,375 824,530 390,670 — 1,496,575

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Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ 250,000 $ 38,000 $ — $ — $ 18,000 Beth-Bath Pike: Replace- East Allen inal Design $ — $ 250,000 $ 284,500 $ — $ 534,500 ment/Rehabilitation of the Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ 81,55 $ — $ 81,55 5 State Route 512 (Beth-Bath Northampton 155 Pike) Bridge over a tributary of tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 1,883 $ 1,883 County the Monocacy Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ 25,000 $ 25,000 Total 250,000 618,000 366,455 641,883 1,876,338 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Howertown Road Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Allen Township, Replacement/Rehabilitation of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 180,250 $ — $ — $ — $ 180,250 5 the State Route 3017 Northampton 153 (Howertown Road) Bridge over County tility Relocation $ — $ 11,815 $ — $ — $ 11,815 Dry Run. Construction $ — $ — $ 1,250,000 $ 82,130 $ 2,07,130 Total 180,250 116,815 1,250,000 826,130 2,373,195 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Catasauqua Race Street Over Lehigh inal Design $ 00,000 $ 172,500 $ — $ — $ 772,500 Borough and River: Replacement/Rehabili- Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 154,500 $ — $ — $ — $ 154,500 48 tation of the State Route 1004 hitehall 153 (Race Street) Bridge over the Township, tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 13,05 $ — $ 13,05 Lehigh County Lehigh River. Construction $ — $ 2,750,000 $ 1,00,000 $ 50,000 $ 5,300,000 Total 754,500 2,922,500 1,763,905 950,000 6,390,905 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 33 Bridges: Replacement/Rehabilitation of Stockertown inal Design $ 1,800,000 $ 4,000 $ — $ — $ 2,2,000 the bridges that carry State Borough, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 128,750 $ — $ — $ — $ 128,750 44 Route 33 northbound and 152 Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ 53,450 $ — $ — $ 53,450 Southbound over the Bushkill County Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ 10,000,000 $ ,8,00 $ 1,8,00 Total 1,928,750 519,450 10,000,000 9,668,600 22,116,800 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 3020 Bridge: pper Nazareth inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Replacement/Rehabilitation of Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 77,250 $ — $ — $ — $ 77,250 7 State Route 3020 (Newburg Nothampton 15 Road) Bridge over the east County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 27,320 $ — $ 27,320 branch of Monocacy Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 77,250 — 27,320 — 104,570 Preliminary Engineering $ 750,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 750,000 inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Bridge Preservation & Lehigh and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A Repair: Preservation and Northampton 14 repair contract for bridges. counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Construction $ 4,500,000 $ 500,000 $ — $ — $ 5,000,000 Total 5,250,000 500,000 — — 5,750,000

L V T S 23 Lehigh Valley Transportation Study 74 BRIDGE REPLACEMENT/REHABILITATION PROJECTS Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Old Carriage Road Bridge: East Allen inal Design $ 375,000 $ 37,000 $ — $ — $ 412,000 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 25,750 $ — $ — $ — $ 25,750 5 the State Route 3018 (Old Northampton 155 Carriage Road) Bridge over a tility Relocation $ — $ 1,035 $ — $ — $ 1,035 County tributary to Catasauqua Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ 375,000 $ 553,75 $ 28,75 Total 400,750 53,035 375,000 553,795 1,382,580 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Powder Valley Road Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — pper Milford Replacement/Rehabilitation of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 7 the State Route 2025 (Powder Township, 154 Valley Road) Bridge over Lehigh County tility Relocation $ 15,450 $ — $ — $ — $ 15,450 Indian Creek. Construction $ 300,000 $ 715,550 $ — $ — $ 1,015,550 Total 315,450 715,550 — — 1,031,000 Preliminary Engineering $ 300,000 $ 0,500 $ — $ — $ 30,500 Country Club Road Bridge: Bethlehem inal Design $ — $ 250,000 $ 177,00 $ — $ 427,00 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 80,175 $ — $ — $ 80,175 1 the bridge that carries State Northampton 155 Route 2031 (Country Club County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 5,275 $ 5,275 Road) over S Route 22. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ 25,000 $ 25,000 Total 300,000 390,675 177,600 681,275 1,549,550 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ 250,000 $ 5,000 $ — $ — $ 30,000 Mill Road Bridge: Replace- pper Saucon ment/Rehabilitation of the Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 25,750 $ — $ — $ — $ 25,750 2 Township, 154 State Route 2024 (Mill Road) Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ 10,0 $ — $ — $ 10,0 Bridge over Saucon Creek. Construction $ — $ 25,000 $ 54,40 $ — $ 1,174,40 Total 275,750 694,690 549,940 — 1,520,380 Preliminary Engineering $ 275,000 $ 5,750 $ — $ — $ 334,750 Mosserville Road Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ 300,45 $ — $ 300,45 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Lynn Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ 27,320 $ — $ 27,320 the State Route 4024 Lehigh County 155 (Mosserville Road) Bridge over tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 1,883 $ 1,883 Ontelaunee Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ 25,000 $ 25,000 Total 275,000 59,750 327,815 641,883 1,304,448 Preliminary Engineering $ 250,000 $ 110,500 $ — $ — $ 30,500 Hecktown Road Bridge: Bethlehem inal Design $ — $ 250,000 $ 177,00 $ — $ 427,00 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 80,175 $ — $ — $ 80,175 8 the State Route 2027 155 Northampton (Hecktown Road Bridge) over tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 5,275 $ 5,275 County S Route 22. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 250,000 440,675 177,600 56,275 924,550

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Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ 250,000 $ 84,750 $ — $ — $ 334,750 Indian Creek Road Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ 250,000 $ 74, $ 324, Replacement/Rehabilitation of pper Milford Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ 54,35 $ — $ 54,35 71 the State Route 2018 (Indian Township, 155 Creek Road) Bridge over Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 1,883 $ 1,883 Leibert Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 250,000 84,750 304,635 91,882 731,267 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Preserve & Repair 5: Lehigh and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A Preservation and rehabilitation Northampton 153 contract for various bridges. counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Construction $ 250,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 250,000 Total 250,000 — — — 250,000 Preliminary Engineering $ 200,000 $ 10,000 $ — $ — $ 30,000 hitehall inal Design $ — $ — $ 54,350 $ — $ 54,350 Replace- Fifth Street Bridge: Township, ment of the ifth Street Bridge Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ 150,000 $ 3,128,100 $ 3,278,100 4 Lehigh County Revision over S Route 22. tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 225,100 $ 225,100 Construction $ — $ — $ — $ 1,00,000 $ 1,00,000 Total 200,000 109,000 696,350 5,253,200 6,258,550 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 1032 Bridge: Portland Replacement of State Route Borough, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 77 153 1032 (State Street) Bridge over Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Jacoby Creek and Mill Race. County Construction $ 200,000 $ — $ — $ — $ 200,000 Total 200,000 — — — 200,000 Preliminary Engineering $ 75,000 $ 25,000 $ — $ — $ 100,000 Bridge Review: Structural inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — review and management Lehigh and Northampton Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A responsibilities for bridge 153 replacements and rehabilita- counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — tions on the TIP. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 75,000 25,000 — — 100,000 State Route 4019 Bridges: Bridge replacements at various Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — locations: State Route 401 Bushkill and Moore inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 78 (Bushkill Drive) over tributary 15 to Bushkill Creek; State Route Townships, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ 5,150 $ — $ — $ — $ 5,150 401 (Mountain Road) over Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — County west fork of Bushkill Creek; Construction $ — $ 138,70 $ — $ — $ 138,70 State Route 401 (Mountain Road) over Horn Creek. Total 5,150 138,970 — — 144,120 Strategic Safety Highway Project

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Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ 1,000,000 $ 03,500 $ — $ 1,03,500 Gap Bridge Repairs: Repairs ashignton of State Route 873 Bridge over Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 53,450 $ — $ — $ 53,450 0 Township, 153 the Lehigh River and Norfolk Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 10,27 $ — $ 10,27 Southern railroad. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total 250,000 1,053,450 614,427 — 1,667,877 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 611 Culvert Replacement: illiams inal Design $ — $ 250,000 $ 177,00 $ — $ 427,00 Replacement/Rehabilitation of Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 5,345 $ — $ — $ 5,345 4 the State Route 11 (South Northampton 154 Delaware Drive) culvert over a tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 10,27 $ — $ 10,27 County tributary to the Delaware River. Construction $ — $ — $ 500,000 $ 483,430 $ 83,430 Total — 255,345 688,527 483,430 1,427,302 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ 1,500,000 $ 103,500 $ — $ 1,03,500 inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ 450,000 $ 450,000 Bo Culvert Bundle Round 2: Lehigh and Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A Box culvert replacements at Northampton 155 various locations. counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — 1,500,000 103,500 450,000 2,053,500 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Richmond Bridge: Replace- inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — ment/Rehabilitation of State ashignton Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 58 Route 11 (South Delaware 153 Drive) Bridge over Oughough- Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ 21,380 $ — $ — $ 21,380 County ton Creek. Construction $ — $ 1,000,000 $ 24,200 $ — $ 1,24,200 Total — 1,021,380 924,000 — 1,945,580 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ 00,000 $ 1,000 $ — $ 1,0,000 Lehigh and Bo Culvert Bundle Round 1: Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A Box culvert replacements at Northampton 152 various locations. counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Construction $ — $ — $ 1,000,000 $ 1,500,000 $ 2,500,000 Total — 900,000 1,169,000 1,500,000 3,569,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ 750,000 $ — $ — $ 750,000 Bridge Preservation & Repair inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Lehigh and 7: Bridge preservation contract Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — N/A for consultant design and Northampton 153 construction of various bridge counties tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — repairs and preservation. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ 500,000 $ 500,000 Total — 750,000 — 500,000 1,250,000

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Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 1039 Bridge - 1: pper Mount inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Bethel Replacement/Rehabilitation of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 1,035 $ — $ — $ 1,035 82 the State Route 103 (River Township, 15 Road) Bridge over a tributary Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 5,44 $ — $ 5,44 of the Delaware River. County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — 16,035 5,464 — 21,499 — Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 1039 Bridge - 2: pper Mount inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Bethel Replacement/Rehabilitation of Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 1,035 $ — $ — $ 1,035 83 the State Route 103 (River Township, 15 Road) Bridge over a tributary Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 5,44 $ — $ 5,44 of the Delaware River. County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — 16,035 5,464 — 21,499 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 4019 Bushkill inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Drive Bridge: Rehabilitation Bushkill Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 1,035 $ — $ — $ 1,035 84 of State Route 401 (Bushkill 15 Drive) Bridge over tributary of Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 5,44 $ — $ 5,44 County Bushkill Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — 16,035 5,464 — 21,499 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 4019 East inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Mountain Road Bridge: Bushkill Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 1,035 $ — $ — $ 1,035 85 Rehabilitation of State Route 15 401 (East Mountain Road) Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 5,44 $ — $ 5,44 County Bridge over Horn Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — 16,035 5,464 — 21,499 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Hoch Road Bridge 28783: Replacement/Rehabilitation of Moore inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 4007 (Hoch Road) Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 1,035 $ — $ — $ 1,035 80 15 Bridge Number 28783 over Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 5,44 $ — $ 5,44 Tributary of Hokendauqua County Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — 16,035 5,464 — 21,499 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Hoch Road Bridge 28784: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Replacement/Rehabilitation of Moore State Route 4007 (Hoch Road) Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ 1,035 $ — $ — $ 1,035 81 15 Bridge Number 28784 over Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ 5,44 $ — $ 5,44 tributary of Hokendauqua County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Creek. Total — 16,035 5,464 — 21,499

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Federal Federal Federal Federal LRTP Map Project Name/ Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page # Description Location Project Phase 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total # Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ 250,000 $ 250,000 State Route 4003 Bridge inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — eisenberg Kecks Road: Replace- Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 75 ment/Rehabilitation of State Township, 15 Route 4003 (Kecks Road) Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Bridge over Interstate 78. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — — 250,000 250,000 — Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ 400,000 $ 400,000 State Route 3015 Adams inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — pper Road Bridge: Replace- Macungie Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 72 ment/Rehabilitation of the Township, 155 Adams Road Bridge over tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Lehigh County Interstate 78. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — — 400,000 400,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ 200,000 $ 200,000 Easton Road Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Replacement/Rehabilitation of Lower Saucon Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 7 the State Route 200 (Easton 158 Road) Bridge over the east Northampton tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — County branch of the Saucon Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — — 200,000 200,000 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 2027 Hosensack inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Bridge: Rehabilitation/Re- pper Milford Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 0 placement of State Route 2027 Township, 15 over a branch of Hosensack Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ 1,883 $ 1,883 Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — — 16,883 16,883 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 143 Bridge: inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Rehabilitation of State Route Lynn Township, Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ 1,883 $ — $ 1,883 8 155 143 Bridge over a tributary of Lehigh County tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Ontelaunee Creek. Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — 16,883 — 16,883 Preliminary Engineering $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — inal Design $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — State Route 4014 Bridge: Rehabilitation of State Route Heidelberg Right-of-ay Acquisition $ — $ — $ — $ 1,883 $ 1,883 87 Township, 15 4014 Bridge over a tributary of tility Relocation $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Mill Creek. Lehigh County Construction $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — Total — — — 16,883 16,883

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Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page Project Name/Description Funding Source 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority ederal $ 0,000 $ 0,000 $ 480,000 $ 480,000 $ 2,880,000 LANTA Bus Replacement: Congestion Mitigation State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — and Air uality Improvement (CMA) Program 143 funding used to help replace ten diesel buses with Local $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — compressed natural gas buses. Total 960,000 960,000 480,000 480,000 2,880,000

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Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page Project Name/Description Funding Source 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

LANTA Operating Assistance: unding for annual ederal $ 500,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 71,3 $ 5,471,3 operating assistance to help cover the costs of the State $ 18,815,587 $ 18,815,587 $ 18,815,587 $ 18,815,587 $ 75,22,348 states urban and rural transit systems to provide local 14 public transportation service. Local $ 1,108,3 $ 1,13,785 $ 1,221,74 $ 1,283,073 $ 3,555,224 Total 20,423,953 21,979,372 22,037,561 21,070,056 85,510,942

LANTA Shared Ride Operating Assistance: unding ederal $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — for the Shared Ride Program, which enables people State $ 3,527,000 $ 3,527,000 $ 3,527,000 $ 3,527,000 $ 14,108,000 5 years and older to pay a reduced rates for shared 14 ride, demand-responsive (normally curb to curb) Local $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — services. Total 3,527,000 3,527,000 3,527,000 3,527,000 14,108,000

Associated Capital Maintenance Items: Replace- ederal $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 320,000 ment and refurbishment of associated capital State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — maintenance items which include tire lease agreement 14 and capital maintenance items. Local $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 80,000 Total 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 400,000

LANTA Facility Improvements and Equipment: ederal $ 30,0 $ 320,000 $ 320,000 $ 320,000 $ 1,2,0 unding over two years for engineering, design, State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — renovation and construction activities at LANTA-owned 14 or leased facilities, including miscellaneous facility Local $ 77,402 $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 317,402 improvements, and shop and office equipment. Total 387,011 400,000 400,000 400,000 1,587,011

ederal $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 2,52,000 Purchase Van/Minibuses: Over the four-year period, State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — 5 diesel vehicles will be replaced with gasoline 180 vehicles. Local $ 81,000 $ 72,000 $ 42,000 $ 15,750 $ 1,710,750 Total 1,479,000 1,392,000 1,305,000 828,750 5,004,750

Preventative Maintenance Federal: unding used ederal $ 4,040,000 $ 4,040,000 $ 4,040,000 $ 4,040,000 $ 1,10,000 for preventative maintenance on the LANTAs fixed State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — route fleet and its administrative/operating/mainte- 14 nance facilities. Local $ 1,010,000 $ 1,010,000 $ 1,010,000 $ 1,010,000 $ 4,040,000 Total 5,050,000 5,050,000 5,050,000 5,050,000 20,200,000

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Future Federal Federal Federal Federal LV Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Fiscal Year Page Project Name/Description Funding Source 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total #

ADA Paratransit Service Capitaliation: unding to ederal $ 801,100 $ 801,100 $ 801,100 $ 801,100 $ 3,204,400 cover a portion of operating expenses associated with State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — the provision of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 180 paratransit service. Local $ 200,275 $ 200,275 $ 200,275 $ 200,275 $ 801,100 Total 1,001,375 1,001,375 1,001,375 1,001,375 4,005,500 Service Vehicles Replacement: unding for the replacement of eight non-revenue service vehicles. ederal $ 4,00 $ 74,400 $ 74,400 $ — $ 18,400 Projects occurring under this line item will assist in State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — meeting LANTA’s Transit Asset Management (TAM) 14 Local $ 12,400 $ 18,00 $ 18,00 $ — $ 4,00 Plan Goals and Targets under the ederal Transit Administration. Total 62,000 93,000 93,000 — 248,000

Heavy-Duty Bus Purchase: Over the four-year ederal $ 3,754,81 $ 1,1,000 $ 1,511,000 $ 3,17,34 $ 10,454,074 period, 18 diesel or hybrid diesel-electric buses will be State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — replaced with either hybrid diesel-electric buses or 14 compressed natural gas buses. Local $ 38,70 $ 47,750 $ 377,750 $ 7,348 $ 2,13,51 Total 4,693,351 2,488,750 1,888,750 3,996,742 13,067,593 Intelligent Transportation System and Security Project: Purchase/replace/upgrade of communication ederal $ 435,010 $ 3,500 $ 3,500 $ 80,110 $ 1,842,120 or monitoring technology, computer hardware and State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — software and servers, computers, printers and other 14 Local $ 18,835 $ 225,58 $ 225,58 $ 80,110 $ 700,81 computer technology for the administration and operation of LANtaBus or LANtaVan systems. Total 603,845 889,458 889,458 160,220 2,542,981

Sign, Shelters and Enhancements: Improve passen- ederal $ 32,000 $ 32,000 $ 32,000 $ 32,000 $ 128,000 ger amenities at heavily used bus stops and transit State $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — centers through the purchase, installation and mainte- 180 nance of accurate and informative bus stop signs at Local $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 8,000 $ 32,000 passenger shelters, waiting areas and benches. Total 40,000 40,000 40,000 40,000 160,000 TOTAL LANTA 38,327,535 37,920955 36,812,144 36,654,143 149,714,777

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By BECKY BRADLEY THE MORNING CALL | JUL 02, 2020 AT 7:30 AM

Despite strides made toward equity, recent protests in the Lehigh Valley recognize that the region is not exempt from institutional injustices against people of color.

As the collective call for justice against police brutality washes across America, it’s important that the Lehigh Valley not fall into the trap of believing that systemic racism is only happening in big cities like Minneapolis, Seattle and Atlanta.

While racial disparities have diminished since the 1969 week-long walkout of Black students and the 1971 ‘Race Riot’ at Easton Area High School, there is still much work to be done in our community.

Despite strides made toward equity, recent protests in the Lehigh Valley recognize that the region is not exempt from institutional injustices against people of color.

This is not a matter of opinion or debate. It plays out clearly in the data from the LVPC’s latest Equity Analysis of the Lehigh Valley, which uses 14 key data points to measure a person’s access to the necessities that determine quality of life — housing, employment, education and transportation. The data shows that Non-White — and Blacks and Hispanics or Latinos in particular — make less money, are less likely to own a home and have far less access to education and transportation.

The data, available at lvpc.org, provides a detailed statistical snapshot of every community in the region and can be a useful tool for area leaders to understand the context and makeup of specific neighborhoods where change might be necessary.

85 Let’s start with the heart of this issue: The people who live here.

The Lehigh Valley’s population has become increasingly diverse, as the proportion of those identifying as White has decreased from 99% to 82% over the last half-century. The Non-White population overall has more than doubled since 1990, while the proportion of Hispanics or Latinos has been nearly doubling each decade since 1970. Today, those who identify as Hispanic or Latino make up 18.7% of the region’s residents, yet the data shows they have the least access to opportunity.

Non-White Lehigh Valley residents are three times more likely to not graduate from high school compared to White residents — severely limiting their employment opportunity. It’s likely the reason more than 11,000 Non-White households have an annual income below $35,000. Non-Whites are nearly three times more likely to be in poverty than Whites, and Hispanics or Latinos are four times as likely.

Limited income potential, caused by limited opportunities for higher educational attainment, also restricts the ability of Non-Whites to purchase a home and build wealth. Lehigh Valley Whites are twice as likely to own a home than Blacks and Hispanics or Latinos. Even where Non-Whites are financially able to consider homeownership, national statistics by Pew Research show the remnants of decades-old discriminatory lending and zoning practices cause them to be less likely to be approved for a loan, and then pay higher interest rates when they are approved.

These factors, in turn, further limit educational opportunities for future generations of Non-Whites, as many families use home equity as a mechanism to pay for higher education.

If you’re wondering how this lack of access looks in the real world, you need only look at the Allentown School District. The region’s largest district with nearly 17,000 students is 70% Hispanic or Latino and 15% Black. When the pandemic hit, as the rest of the Valley’s school districts transitioned students to online learning within a few weeks, Allentown was realizing that 43% of its students had no access to the internet. That’s 7,200 students who either had no computer or no adequate internet connection.

The district tapped community resources and worked quickly to get thousands of computers to students and purchased hot spots for access, but students lost weeks of school and thousands of students were never able to resume. And this issue of disparity is not isolated to one city or school district. The analysis shows pockets of low access to opportunity in virtually every municipality in the Region, whether it be high student poverty rates in parts of Pen Argyl, or fewer transportation options and limited walkability in western Lehigh County.

If the moral argument for increasing equity doesn’t do it for you, there are economic and productivity implications as well. Increasing equity has been found to reduce poverty and boost economic growth, by increasing incomes and thus increasing participation in and contribution to the local economy.

Increasing workforce diversity and inclusivity enables businesses to leverage the talent pools of different populations.

Just as we did to help locate the students without internet access, we can use this Equity Analysis data to inform decision-making at the municipal, county and regional levels to effect change. Our private and non-profit partners can use it to change the way they do business.

Inequity is not an easy topic to discuss, but the importance of facing this issue cannot be overstated. We have a unique opportunity to talk about this now. It’s not enough to simply not be racist. We must all be anti-racist. The Lehigh Valley must come together to formulate changes, both big and small, to create a better tomorrow for our community.

See the full LVPC Equity Analysis at LVPC.org

In honor of George Floyd and the many wrongfully fallen, this column was written in unity by the entire Lehigh Valley Planning Commission Team.

Becky Bradley is executive director of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission.

87 June 2020

BUILD LEHIGH VALLEY L V P C Lehigh Valley Planning Commission BUILDSubdivision + Land DevelopmentLV Monthly Report Plan Activity

Lehigh County Northampton County Regional Totals*

2 16 6 3 Subdivision/Lot Line Adjustments Reviews: 23 13 Reviews: 13 Acres: 229.5 Acres: 91.5 20 Development 4 8 321 Acres Residential Non-Residential Subdivisions and Lot Line Adjustments * Includes preliminary and final plans

Types of New Development Housing: 222 Total Units Non-Residential: 1,092,777 Total Square Feet Industrial Single-Family Row Planned Public/ (Warehouse)* Detached Homes Apartments Residential Commercial Retail Quasi-Public I: 543,700 162 40 0 0 179,573 0 315,619 (W: 453,600)

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Assisted- Mobile Twins Living Home Park Condos Office Transportation Agriculture Recreational 20 0 0 0 53,885 0 0 0

* Warehouse number is a subset of industrial total square footage

Location of Development Year to Date Residential Units Non-Residential Square Footage 1000 4 mil

800 3.2 mil

600 2.4 mil

400 1.6 mil 1,092,777

200 800,000 222 0 0 July Sept Nov Jan Mar May June ’19 ’19 ’19 ’20 ’20 ’20 ’20

Interactive Map, Plan Details and Previous Reports at lvpc.org/subdivisionreport.html 88 Plans Submitted by Week During the Pandemic

3/8/2020-7/11/2020 13 14 12 12

9 10 8 7 7 8

6 7 6 4 5 5 4 4 4 4 4 2 3 2 0 3/8- 3/15- 3/22- 3/29- 4/5- 4/12- 4/19- 4/26- 5/3- 5/10- 5/17- 5/24- 5/31- 6/7- 6/14- 6/21- 6/28- 7/5- 3/14 3/21 3/28 4/4 4/11 4/18 4/25 5/2 5/9 5/16 5/23 5/30 6/6 6/13 6/20 6/27 7/4 7/1189 January-June 2020

BUILD LEHIGH VALLEY L V P C Lehigh Valley Planning Commission BUILDSubdivision + Land DevelopmentLV Six-Month Report Plan Activity

Lehigh County Northampton County Regional Totals*

28 22 83 Subdivision/Lot Line Adjustments 49 34 Reviews: 90 Reviews: 79 Acres: 826.6 Acres: 994.8 106 Development 33 23 1,821.4 Acres Residential Non-Residential Subdivisions and Lot Line Adjustments * Includes preliminary and final plans

Types of New Development Housing: 2,036 Total Units Non-Residential: 3,981,856 Total Square Feet Industrial Single-Family Row Planned Public/ (Warehouse)* Detached Homes Apartments Residential Commercial Retail Quasi-Public I: 2,509,729 942 123 795 40 406,852 41,928 596,068 (W: 2,200,376)

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Assisted- Mobile Twins Living Home Park Condos Office Transportation Agriculture Recreational 28 0 0 108 407,119 0 20,160 0

* Warehouse number is a subset of industrial total square footage

Location of Development Year to Date Residential Units Non-Residential Square Footage 1000 4 mil

800 3.2 mil

600 2.4 mil 362

400 1.6 mil 1,092,777

200 800,000 626,889 222 0 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May June ’20 ’20 ’20 ’20 ’20 ’20

Interactive Map, Plan Details and Previous Reports at lvpc.org/subdivisionreport.html 90

Public Engagement and Participation Items DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC, SEVERAL PUBLIC MEETINGS IN AUGUST HAVE BEEN CANCELED, RESCHEDULED OR MOVED TO A VIRTUAL PLATFORM. FUTURE MEETINGS WILL BE REEVALUATED, AS THIS SITUATION EVOLVES.

1. WorkshopLV: Freight - CANCELED 2. Local Government Appreciation Day – CANCELED 3. WorkshopLV: Multimodal – MOVING TO VIRTUAL PLATFORM a. August 26th @ 3:00 pm 4. Lehigh Valley Mayors and Municipal Officials Reception - RESCHEDULED a. September 9th @ ArtsQuest SteelStacks (101 Founders Way, Bethlehem, PA 18015), 5:00 – 7:30 pm b. Email [email protected] if you would like a seat, space limited 5. Lehigh Valley Commercial Real Estate Outlook – RESCHEDULED a. September 15th, Details TBD b. Email [email protected] if you would like a seat, space limited 6. 7th Annual LVPC Gala and Awards – MOVING TO VIRTUAL PLATFORM a. October 13, 2020