Summary
The township adopted an Active Transportation Plan to address walking and biking safety gaps across Lower Paxton. Residents shared stories of accidents and urged the board to move from planning to actual infrastructure improvements.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Apr 7, 2026.
Impact analysis
Grant-funded planning effort with future costs tied to upcoming capital projects and developer requirements.
Residents, pedestrians, bicyclists, and school children seeking safer travel routes.
Affected property owners whose land is designated for future public use.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Board of Supervisors Agendas (Business) - Apr 7, 2026
The township adopted a new official map to guide future road improvements, bike paths, and community trails while removing contentious proposed trail lines across private properties.
Board of Supervisors Agendas (Business) - Mar 17, 2026
Several residents expressed deep concerns over the township's proposed official map, pointing out proposed multi-use paths cutting through private farmland, wetlands, and commercial properties like the Colonial Park Mall.
Board of Supervisors Agendas - Mar 10, 2026
Consultants presented an interactive web tool and static maps for the official map supporting the active transportation plan, highlighting proposed bicycle and pedestrian trails across the township.
Board of Supervisors Agendas (Business) - Jan 20, 2026
The township is moving forward with an official map for its Active Transportation Plan to help staff and developers connect neighborhoods, parks, and business districts with pedestrian and bicycle paths.
Board of Supervisors Agendas - Jan 13, 2026
The township adopted an Active Transportation Plan to address walking and biking safety gaps across Lower Paxton. Residents shared stories of accidents and urged the board to move from planning to actual infrastructure improvements.
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