Monday, November 28, 2016

Transportation Programming and Smart Growth

Allentown, Pennsylvania's transportation network focuses on developing to meet the new preferences in transportation with changing demographics, development, and travel patterns over time. The goal is to grow sustainably while improving ease of travel for citizens. The transportation improvement program prioritizes technical evaluation and economic impact. (LVPC). This improvement is to take place while keeping in mind safety, system maintenance, mobility and congestion management, partnerships and shared contribution, and support of the region and performance over time (LVPC). Keeping these ideas in mind, Allentown's infrastructure will help improve the area for residents, commuters, and visitors alike. Many other projects are being implemented as well to improve more than just vehicular transportation. Projects include expanding bicycle and pedestrian paths while increasing parking and vehicle flow. New street layouts are being proposed to increase the combination of transportation in Allentown.
Source: Downtown Allentown: Development and Urban Design Plan

For more information on specific projects, visit the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission website
For more information on development and urban design, visit the City of Allentown website

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3 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 6, 2016 at 12:57 PM

    Great links - good to read about planning for pedestrians!

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  2. Caitlin PhillipsDecember 7, 2016 at 9:00 AM

    Interesting list of improvements they're focused on. I really like the photo to show their plan, and how it can shape different forms of transportation.

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  3. Kyle MajidDecember 7, 2016 at 9:05 AM

    Like the photo, clearly gives the reader a sense of exactly what Allentown wants to accomplish.

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