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DVRPC demonstrates transportation conformity of its FY 2009 PA TIP, FY 2009 NJ TIP and the 2030 Long Range Plan. This conformity finding of the DVRPC Transportation Improvement Programs and the long range plan shows that they meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) requirements governing ozone, carbon monoxide and fine particulate matter. This conformity finding reflects all amendments……

This resource guide documents national, regional, state, county, and nonprofit funding and technical assistance resources that may be utilized to support the reuse and revitalization of the Paoli Rail Yard site. The guide is intended for use by the cooperative agencies and local leadership represented by the Paoli Rail Yard Task Force. The resources summarized here were determined by DVRPC staff to……

This is a documentation of the process and findings of the Erial Road (CR 706) and Williamstown Road (CR 536 Spur) Intersection Road Safety Audit (RSA) undertaken by Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC). The goal of the audit is to generate improvement recommendations and countermeasures for intersections demonstrating a history of, or potential for a high incidence of motor vehicle……

A road safety audit focusing on juvenile pedestrians was conducted on portions of US 9 and CR 679 within ½ mile of Bass River Elementary School, New Gretna, Burlington County. Results and recommendations are presented.

The number of elderly residents has increased dramatically throughout the nation and the Delaware Valley in recent years, and is expected to continue to increase at a record pace. DVRPC's Getting Older and Getting Around (report #99015) considered accessibility and mobility needs of the region's elderly. The Aging of the Baby Boomers: Housing Seniors in the Delaware Valley extended that work by……

In conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) has commissioned the preparation of the Smart Transportation Guidebook. Smart Transportation can be summarized in six principles: Tailor solutions to the context, Tailor the approach, Plan all projects in collaboration……

While the overall population and employment of the Philadelphia region has remained relatively stable in recent decades, the location of the region's people and jobs is shifting, with some areas realizing significant gains in residents and jobs and other areas experiencing losses. Socioeconomic characteristics of the population are likewise shifting, with many communities realizing significant changes……

This report documents 2030 traffic forecasts for the Bristol Road Extension Traffic Study area. Average daily and AM, midday, and PM peak hour forecasts are provided for a No-Build and a Build alternative and compared to current volumes. The Build Alternative extends the terminus of Bristol Road from US 202 to Park Avenue and provides additional connections between US 202 and portions of Chalfont……

This report documents a transportation study of Mercer Crossings, an economically depressed area located at the intersection of Trenton City, Ewing, and Lawrence. Transportation improvements that would support redevelopment of Mercer Crossings have been identified and analyzed. The study topics derive, in part, from the recommendations of a previous Urban Land Institute study, Mercer County New Jersey:……

This publication documents the natural and community resources of Lawrence Township, Mercer County, New Jersey. The natural resource information includes descriptions, tables and maps of land use; soils; drinking water aquifers and wells; surface waters including watersheds, streams, lakes, wetlands, and floodplains; impacts on water resources and surface water quality; impervious coverage; vegetation……