DVRPC has published over one thousand reports from the 1970s to present. Product abstracts and/or PDF downloads are available.
July 30, 2024
PhillyFreightFinderPhillyFreightFinder is a resource for exploring and tracking the Philadelphia-Camden-Trenton regional freight network.
June 10, 2024
The Great Consolidation: Community Banking Decline in Greater PhiladelphiaCommunity banks play an important role in local and regional economies. However, since the 1990s, bank mergers and acquisitions have led to a decline in community banks, and the socioeconomic benefits associated with them. Nationally, this trend is referred to as the Great Consolidation, and a regional analysis indicates that the trend is playing out across Greater Philadelphia……
June 6, 2016
Rating the RegionThis report compares 26 metropolitan areas in terms of demographics, natural resources and the environment; livable communities; the economy; and transportation. The Philadelphia region’s strengths include its diverse economy; relatively affordable housing, myriad of colleges, universities, and cultural opportunities; health care resources; extensive highway and transit network; and quality air and……
April 15, 2016
Towamencin Township Energy Assessment: Township Administration BuildingOn behalf of the DVRPC Circuit Rider Program Practical Energy Solutions (PES) performed an energy assessment of the Towamencin Township Administration Building. The Towamencin Township administration building (16,068 ft2) is a multiuse facility containing offices, a Council meeting space, and storage. The building is a renovated barn that opened in 2000 and is typically occupied between 40 and 45 hours……
December 14, 2015
Impact of Diesel Emissions from Port Facilities on Local Communities in the DVRPC RegionThe Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) examined the demographics of communities
surrounding port communities in the region and reviewed existing health statistics for these communities.
Demographic and health data analysis shows that communities surrounding port facilities are generally more
economically disadvantaged than the region as a whole. DVRPC analyzed air emissions from……
March 27, 2015
Philadelphia Regional On-Board Transit SurveyThis report summarizes the on-board transit survey that was conducted by DVRPC during 2010 and 2011.
The first chapter outlines the methods that were used to conduct the survey, the second chapter provides
summary results for each survey question, and the third chapter provides insight, analysis, and key findings
from the survey.
January 17, 2014
2012 Annual County Crash BulletinsThis bulletin provides an annual snapshot of road safety in Burlington County and its 40 municipalities. It highlights and compares trends at the state, county, and local levels. This document complements the 2012 Annual Crash Data Bulletin for the Delaware Valley (DVRPC Publication #14015) and is a supplement to the 2012 Transportation Safety Action Plan: Improving Transportation Safety in the Delaware……
May 30, 2013
2011 Annual Crash Data Bulletin - Burlington CountyThis bulletin provides an annual snapshot of road safety in Burlington County and its 40 municipalities. It highlights and compares trends at the state, county, and local levels. This document complements the 2011 Annual Crash Data Bulletin for the Delaware Valley (DVRPC Publication #13010) and is a supplement to the 2012 Transportation Safety Action Plan: Improving Transportation Safety in the Delaware……
March 1, 1991
Drayage Costs In The Ports Of The Delaware RiverPort facilities and the regional rail network within the Ports of the Delaware River are identified and described. The Delaware River Port Authority's proposal to construct a Regional Intermodal Transfer Facility in Philadelphia would provide centralized access for the three railroad lines which service the Port, but would create inequalities in drayage rates paid to transport shipping containers……
January 5, 1991
FY 2005 DVRPC Annual ReportEach fiscal year, DVRPC is responsible for issuing an annual report that summarizes the programs and projects that comprise the annual planning work program. This Annual Report features highlights of the Commission's many programs, a message from the Executive Director and Board Chair, a listing of Board members and committees, a financial summary, and unique characteristics of each county and major……