Action Item
Date Prepared: 03/30/2026Agenda Item:
8 Updated Memorandum of Understanding Between DVRPC and LVTS
Background/Analysis/Issues:
Federal regulations state that when part of an urban area served by one Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) extends into an adjacent Metropolitan Planning Area, the MPOs shall, at a minimum, establish written agreements that clearly identify areas of coordination and the division of transportation planning responsibilities among and between the MPOs. This updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) reflects the new 2020 Urban Area boundaries and outlines planning responsibilities between DVRPC and the Lehigh Valley Transportation Study (LVTS).
Cost and Source of Funds:
Not Applicable
Recommendations:
Regional Technical Committee (RTC): Will make a recommendation at the April 7, 2026, RTC.
DVRPC Staff: Recommends Approval.
Action Proposed:
The Regional Technical Committee recommends the DVRPC Board approve the Memorandum of Understanding between DVRPC and the Lehigh Valley Transportation Study.