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A Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is a federally mandated local planning body composed of elected and appointed officials representing local, state and federal governments or other agencies having an interest or responsibility in the local transportation system. The MPO is responsible for creating a Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and a Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). An MPO can be a regional, multicounty organization or a single county. The Williamsport Area Transportation Study (WATS) is the single county MPO covering Lycoming County.
A Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is a federally mandated local planning body composed of elected and appointed officials representing local, state and federal governments or other agencies having an interest or responsibility in the local transportation system. The MPO is responsible for creating a Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), a Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), and a Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP). An MPO can be a regional, multicounty organization or a single county. The Williamsport Area Transportation Study (WATS) is the single county MPO covering Lycoming County.
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Every five years, as required by federal law, the Lycoming County Department of Planning and Community Development updates the Williamsport Area Transportation Study MPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). The current LRTP was adopted December 17, 2018.
Every five years, as required by federal law, the Lycoming County Department of Planning and Community Development updates the Williamsport Area Transportation Study MPO Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP). The current LRTP was adopted December 17, 2018.
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As the federally designated metropolitan planning organization for Lycoming County, the Lycoming County Planning Commission works with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, River Valley Transit, (RVT) and STEP Inc.to develop the Transportation Improvement Program, (TIP). The TIP is a list of priority transportation projects that are proposed to be undertaken during the next four federal fiscal years using various federal, state and local funding sources. These transportation projects include a full range of highways, bridges, public transit, bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
As the federally designated metropolitan planning organization for Lycoming County, the Lycoming County Planning Commission works with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, River Valley Transit, (RVT) and STEP Inc.to develop the Transportation Improvement Program, (TIP). The TIP is a list of priority transportation projects that are proposed to be undertaken during the next four federal fiscal years using various federal, state and local funding sources. These transportation projects include a full range of highways, bridges, public transit, bicycle and pedestrian facilities.
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The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) describes the transportation-related work activities that the Lycoming County Department of Planning and Community Development (PCD) and River Valley Transit (RVT) (with the aid of planning consultants, as necessary) will perform within Lycoming County. PCD and RVT staff jointly developed the work program. Within Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, the transportation planning process is conducted through the Williamsport Area Transportation Study (WATS). WATS was established in 1968. In Pennsylvania, UPWPs are developed as 2-year programs. However, this document is dynamic and may be modified to respond to any emerging priority issue or special need vital to the orderly growth and development of Lycoming County.
The Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) describes the transportation-related work activities that the Lycoming County Department of Planning and Community Development (PCD) and River Valley Transit (RVT) (with the aid of planning consultants, as necessary) will perform within Lycoming County. PCD and RVT staff jointly developed the work program. Within Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, the transportation planning process is conducted through the Williamsport Area Transportation Study (WATS). WATS was established in 1968. In Pennsylvania, UPWPs are developed as 2-year programs. However, this document is dynamic and may be modified to respond to any emerging priority issue or special need vital to the orderly growth and development of Lycoming County.
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Public involvement in the transportation planning process is a right of all residents of Lycoming County. Federal law requires that all MPO's develop and use a documented participation plan that defines the process for providing reasonable opportunities for public participation in the transportation decision-making process. The Public Involvement website has infomation on how you can participate in the transportation planning process, WATS MPO staff contact information, and the Transportation Planning Calendar.
Public involvement in the transportation planning process is a right of all residents of Lycoming County. Federal law requires that all MPO's develop and use a documented participation plan that defines the process for providing reasonable opportunities for public participation in the transportation decision-making process. The Public Involvement website has infomation on how you can participate in the transportation planning process, WATS MPO staff contact information, and the Transportation Planning Calendar.
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The Pennsylvania Local Technical Assistance Program(LTAP) was created to share transportation knowledge, improve road maintenance and safety skills, and put research and new technology into practice at the municipal level.
The Pennsylvania Local Technical Assistance Program(LTAP) was created to share transportation knowledge, improve road maintenance and safety skills, and put research and new technology into practice at the municipal level.
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This is the first round of municipal owned structurally deficient bridges that will be repaired in a county-wide bridge bundling program. By bundling the bridge projects, multiple bridges can be designed and constructed concurrently rather than as single projects. It is anticipated that up to a 30% overall cost savings can be achieved along with a considerably shortened project duration using this innovative approach. The Lycoming County Board of Commissioners enacted a Fee for Local Use Ordinance as authorized under PA Act 89. As a result, PennDOT will collect an additional $5 for every non-exempt vehicle registered to an address in Lycoming County and these funds will be provided back to the county on a semi-annual basis. The Commissioners' intent is to use these funds to fix or replace the growing backlog of municipality-owned structurally deficient bridges located throughout the County. Other revenue sources provided through PA Act 13 dedicated to bridges will also be used to finance this program. This revenue will be used to pay the debt service on a PA Infrastructure Bank, (PIB) loan the county would seek with PennDOT approval. The loan will serve as up front financing to undertake the bridge repair program.
This is the first round of municipal owned structurally deficient bridges that will be repaired in a county-wide bridge bundling program. By bundling the bridge projects, multiple bridges can be designed and constructed concurrently rather than as single projects. It is anticipated that up to a 30% overall cost savings can be achieved along with a considerably shortened project duration using this innovative approach. The Lycoming County Board of Commissioners enacted a Fee for Local Use Ordinance as authorized under PA Act 89. As a result, PennDOT will collect an additional $5 for every non-exempt vehicle registered to an address in Lycoming County and these funds will be provided back to the county on a semi-annual basis. The Commissioners' intent is to use these funds to fix or replace the growing backlog of municipality-owned structurally deficient bridges located throughout the County. Other revenue sources provided through PA Act 13 dedicated to bridges will also be used to finance this program. This revenue will be used to pay the debt service on a PA Infrastructure Bank, (PIB) loan the county would seek with PennDOT approval. The loan will serve as up front financing to undertake the bridge repair program.
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The purpose of this special study is to evaluate the overall land use and transportation system impacts resulting from the completion of the Central Susquehanna Valley Transportation Project on the growth areas of Lycoming County. Focus will be placed on the Interstate 180 corridor from the Lycoming/Northumberland County line to its connection with US 15 as well as the US 15 corridor between the Lycoming/Union County line and its connection with Interstate 180. As a result of this study an action plan will be developed to help ensure orderly land development patterns, smart growth and a safe and efficient multi-modal transportation system that is responsive to increased traffic demand.
The purpose of this special study is to evaluate the overall land use and transportation system impacts resulting from the completion of the Central Susquehanna Valley Transportation Project on the growth areas of Lycoming County. Focus will be placed on the Interstate 180 corridor from the Lycoming/Northumberland County line to its connection with US 15 as well as the US 15 corridor between the Lycoming/Union County line and its connection with Interstate 180. As a result of this study an action plan will be developed to help ensure orderly land development patterns, smart growth and a safe and efficient multi-modal transportation system that is responsive to increased traffic demand.
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Local Technical Assistance Program Courses
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Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP)
- 2020-2021 LTAP Annual Report
- Lycoming County Small Bridge Inventory
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2023 LTAP Course Information
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Registration: Register for classes on the LTAP website https://gis.penndot.gov/ltap/. All virtual classes have Virtual, PA as their location on the website. If you need assistance with registration, please contact Christine Gartelmen at cgartelman@lyco.org call 570-320-2131.
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Group Participation in LTAP Virtual Class: A municipality may have a few staff participate in a virtual class together if they are meeting their municipal requirements for COVID. The class can also be viewed through a smart phone. After the class, everyone needs to use the link to fill out the quiz and evaluation forms. The forms may also be completed on a smart phone. Please have everyone register on the website that is planning on attending and completing the quiz.
Direct Questions To:
Sal Vitko
Lycoming County Planning & Community Development
Transportation Planner
Phone: (570) 320-2140
Email: svitko@lyco.org
Christine Gartelman
Lycoming County Planning & Community Development
Planning & Community Development Clerk
Phone: (570) 320-2131
Email: CGartelman@lyco.org
LTAP Liquid Fuels Bonus Program
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- The following classes are scheduled for the winter 2023:
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In-Person Courses:
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Erosion and Sedimentation Control
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Date: Tuesday, March 28, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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- The course will educate municipal employees on the importance of erosion and sedimentation control, including the importance of post construction stormwater management. It will review erosion and sedimentation and the control measures. The installation procedures and examples of the measures will be described. The municipality’s role in monitoring post construction stormwater management will be discussed. The steps on developing your own erosion and sediment plan will be reviewed.
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Temporary Traffic Control (Work Zones)
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Date: Tuesday, April 18, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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- This course will enhance your awareness of the importance of safety for all workers and road users in work zones. It covers basic work zone principles and reviews the different control devices applied in work zones. The course also emphasizes worker safety, including appropriate safety apparel, safe work zone practices, and appropriate work zone set-ups.
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Unpaved & Gravel Roads Common Maintenance Problems
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Date: Tuesday, May 2, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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- This course addresses basic maintenance techniques for unpaved and gravel roads. Topics include the importance of good drainage, surface aggregate and dust control materials, and operational techniques. These techniques include blading, reshaping, regraveling and dust control. Driving Surface Aggregate (DSA) specifications and use are reviewed. Factors used to determine when to upgrade a gravel road by paving or seal coating the roadway are discussed.
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Drainage The Key to Roads That Last
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Date: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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- This course covers the affect water has on roadways. Emphasis is on problems caused by poor drainage with discussion on various ways to handle these problems. Basic roadway drainage systems and their usage are reviewed. Industry standard procedures for replacing cross pipes are presented in detail. Regulatory agency policies and permit requirements are presented. The importance of performing routine inspection of drainage system assets is discussed with emphasis on the relationship to planning and Federal Aid reimbursement in the case of a disaster.
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Virutal Courses:
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Erosion and Sedimentation Control
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Date: Tuesday, January 24, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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The course will educate municipal employees on the importance of erosion and sedimentation control, including the importance of post construction stormwater management. It will review erosion and sedimentation and the control measures. The installation procedures and examples of the measures will be described. The municipality’s role in monitoring post construction stormwater management will be discussed. The steps on developing your own erosion and sediment plan will be reviewed.
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Bridge and Culvert Inspection for Municipalities
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Date: Tuesday, January 31, 2023, 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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- The Federal Highway Administration requires the inspection of structures over 20 feet in length. This course discusses why the requirements for inspection were established and ownership responsibilities. As an introductory level course, components and terminology of smaller span structures are discussed to aid in reading bridge inspection reports. Components of different bridges, including the approach roadway, deck, superstructure, and substructure are discussed as well as culverts. The course discusses common (and uncommon) failure mechanisms typically encountered on smaller span structures. Three sample bridge inspection reports are reviewed, to familiarize municipal officials and employees with the importance of understanding these reports.
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Traffic Signals Basics
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Date: Friday, February 3, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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- The purpose of this course is to provide Pennsylvania municipalities with a basic understanding of the function, operation, and maintenance of traffic signals, as well as options for basic safety issues.
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Project Estimating Using Mathematical Principals
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Date: Tuesday, February 7, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
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- A CALCULATOR IS NECESSARY FOR THIS COURSE. This course provides an understanding of practical applications for performing estimates on typical construction and maintenance projects. Various mathematical rules necessary to perform basic computations and formulas to perform cost and quantity calculations are reviewed. The participants perform material estimating, problem solving, and dealing with cost and quantity estimates.
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Erosion and Sedimentation Control
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Date: Tuesday, February 14, 2023 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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The course will educate municipal employees on the importance of erosion and sedimentation control, including the importance of post construction stormwater management. It will review erosion and sedimentation and the control measures. The installation procedures and examples of the measures will be described. The municipality’s role in monitoring post construction stormwater management will be discussed. The steps on developing your own erosion and sediment plan will be reviewed.
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Virtual Drop-In Sessions:
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Roadway Resurfacing and the ADA
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Date: Thursday, January 5, 2023, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Roadway resurfacing projects are one of the most common ADA triggers for requiring ramp upgrades. But what are the best methods to plan, design, and construct new ramps associated with these resurfacing projects? Join LTAP staff to discuss the ADA requirements and learn more from your fellow municipalities on the lessons learned and approaches they use for planning and constructing ramps.
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Webinars:
Archived Virtual Drop-In Sessions
More Information
2018-2019 LTAP Annual Report
2019-2020 LTAP Annual Report
2020-2021 LTAP Annual Report
2021-2022 LTAP Annual Report
For more information please visit the PennDOT Local Technical Assistance Program Website
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