What will our community look like in ten years? twenty years?
Announcing Southwest Lehigh Regional Comprehensive Plan Update
Public Participation opportunities.
All meetings which take place the fourth Tuesday of the month at the Lower Macungie Municipal Building are open to the public. In addition there will be some special meetings designed specifically for public participation. The first is coming up Jan 14th:
Click here –> TAKE THE SURVEY <–Click here
What is the the SWLCCP?
The Southwest Lehigh County Comprehensive Plan is an effort by six municipalities to create a coordinated 10 year master plan. The Boroughs of Emmaus, Macungie, & Alburtis along with the Townships of Lower Macungie, Upper and Lower Milford are working together under the guidance of the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission. Bookmark the SWLCCP site!
Why are we producing a Comprehensive Plan?
By law, municipalities in the Commonwealth are required to produce a master plan every ten years. The master plan assess the state of the built environment and projects a vision to guide future development of the Borough.
Why are we working with other Municipalities?
The answer is twofold. First, by sharing the effort among six municipalities we are able to reduce the financial burdens on the region.
Second, because of the interconnectedness of our communities, taking regional point of view in developing the Plan is an advantage to all parties and is more likely to be implemented in future development.
So what do we have to do?
The centerpiece of this effort with be a joint Workshop involving interested stakeholders from each municipality coming together to brainstorm ideas for for the region. This workshop called a “charette”. And here is the flyer!
Who can be a Stakeholder?
Anyone with an interest! From residents to business owners. All are welcome to participate and voice their thoughts and engage in dialogue.
UPDATE: The first large-scale public meeting took place Jan 14th and had over 80 residents in attendance! The 2 day charette the week prior over 100 participants! The Survey is the next step to get involved. Take it now here.
