The committee reviewed Resolution 2026-42, which authorizes a grant request commitment to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation for the Riverside Drive Project. This infrastructure project includes the construction of a roadway with sidewalks, street lighting, and tree installations to enhance multimodal safety and connectivity. The discussion involved the total project cost of $3,000,000 and the pursuit of a local cost share and match waiver.
Oct 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
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Lehigh County Board of Commissioners Board Meeting
The board discussed several items, including an intergovernmental agreement of cooperation with the Redevelopment Authority of Lehigh County. A motion was presented to authorize the County Solicitor to assess and protect against impacts related to a proposed data center near county-owned property. Additionally, the board considered the 2027 budget, which involved discussions on various budget amendments affecting staffing positions, grant funding, and millage rates.
Sep 23, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Lehigh County Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes
The board meetings covered various items, including the approval of an intergovernmental agreement for juvenile detention centers, the purchase of ballot drop boxes for the election office, and technological upgrades for the joint operations center. Additional discussions included the authorization of an intergovernmental agreement with the Redevelopment Authority of Lehigh County, the acceptance of donations for the digital forensics laboratory, and the approval of grant applications for property acquisition and facility renovations for the court system. The board also addressed appointments to working groups, personnel matters, and heard updates from various county departments and public comments.
Sep 23, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Development & Planning Committee Meeting Agenda
The committee reviewed several resolutions concerning grant applications for various county projects, including technological upgrades for the Joint Operations Center, property acquisition for the court, infrastructure projects at DeSales University, emergency vehicle purchases, dining facility refurbishments, and a countywide police feasibility study. Additionally, the committee considered a bill approving an intergovernmental agreement between the County of Lehigh and the Redevelopment Authority. A presentation from the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission provided updates on housing supply, data center regulations, transportation improvements, climate resiliency, and infrastructure projects.
