MEETING MINUTES August 20, 2024  CENTRE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION  Members Present: Rich Francke, Chair, Chris Kunes, Vice-Chair, Denny Hameister, Secretary,  Bob Dannaker, Deb Simoncek, Andrea Pandolfi  Members Absent: Jenn Shufran, Michele Barbin  Staff Present: Others Present:  Ray Stolinas, Chris Schnure, Xochi Confer, Elizabeth Pirrone-Brusse,  Lori Kerschner  Anne Messner, Senior Transportation Planner-CCMPO  1. Callt to Order - Pledge of Allegiance  Mr. Francke welcomed everyone to the Planning Commission meeting and called the meeting to  order at 6:00 p.m. The meeting is being recorded.  2. Citizens Comment Period  None.  3. Additions to Agenda  None.  4. Approval of Minutes  A motion was made by Mr. Hameister and second by Mr. Kunes to approve the minutes of  July 16, 2024. Motion carried.  5. Planning Commission Member Updates  None.  6. New Business  Subdivision/Land Development  Subdivision: Zion Manor Preliminary Subdivision Plan Walker Township CCPCDO File #84-24  78 Lots 75-Residential Lots; and 3-Open Space/SWM Lots)  1    A motion was made by Mr. Dannaker to grant conditional preliminary plan approval subject to the review comments from the Walker Township Engineer and Walker Township Zoning Officer as well as completion of the pending items and the approval signatures of the Walker Township Planning Commission and Walker Township Board of  Supervisors, second by Ms. Pandolfi. Motion carried.  Land Development:  Faith Alive Fellowship Building Expansion Final Land Development Plan One (1) Building Addition Gregg Township CCPCDO File #82-24  Ar motion was made by Mr. Kunes to grant conditional final plan approval subject to the review comments from the Gregg Township Engineer and Gregg Township Zoning Officer as well as completion of the pending items and the approval signatures of the Gregg Township Planning Commission and Gregg Township Board of Supervisors,  second by Mr. Hameister. Motion carried.  Time Extension Requests: August 20, 2024 Meeting Benner Township Benner Township. Benner Township Potter Township Wawa at Eagle Point (CFA) Benner Township. Benner Township. Benner Township Gregg Township.  The Village of Nittany Glen - Phase III-A Land Development (CFA)  File No. 47-24  1st Request (No Fee Required) 2nd Request (No Fee Required) 3rd Request (No Fee Required) 3rd Request (No Fee Required) 4th Request ($50.00 Fee Required) 7th Request ($200.00 Fee Required) 8th Request ($250.00 Fee Required) 11th Request ($400.00 Fee Required)  Benner Pike Tru by Hilton Hotel & Retail Building Land Development (CFA) File No. 108-23  McDonald's Restaurant Land Development (CFA)  File No. 53-23 File No. 79-23 File No. 89-23 File No.109-22 File No. 86-21 File No. 132-21  Transducerworks Manufacturing Facility Land Development (CFA)  The Cascade Land Development (CPA) Belle Rose Townhomes Land Development (CFA) EliB. & Linda Mae Esh Subdivision (Replot of Lot 6)(CFA) Note: CPA = Conditional Preliminary Plan Approval CFA = Conditional Final Plan Approval  Ar motion was made by Ms. Simoncek and second by Mr. Dannaker to approve the above-  mentioned Time Extensions. Motion carried.  2    Major Subdivision and Land Development Plan Sub-Committee Meeting: The virtual meeting  will be Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.  Please see Attachment #1 - Subdivision & Land Development for more information.  7. Centre County Transportation Plan Update  Please see Attachment #2. - Centre County MPO Transportation Update for more information.  8. CCMPO Active Transportation Plan Update - Anne Messner  Please see Attachment #3 - Active Transportation Plan - Update August 2024 for more 9. Director's Report and Other Matters to Come Before the Commission  information.  The Director's report was previously emailed. Mr. Stolinas briefly went over the items in the report. FFY 2024 DCED-CFA Multimodal Transportation Fund Application - Plan Consistency Letters B) Taylor Township - South Mountain Road (T-301) Paving Project (7/22/24) C) Miles Township - Shaffertown Road (T-607) Safety Improvements (7/29/24) Millheim Borough Zoning Ordinance Amendment - Chapter 27 Zoning, $307 Village (Mixed Benner Township Zoning Map Amendment - T.P. 12-004.017-.0000. (Tomco) Portion Ferguson Township Agricultural Security Area - Seven-Year Review (8/12/24) Halfmoon Township Zoning Ordinance & SALDO Amendment - Rural Preservation Design  A) Penn Township - Multiple Road Improvements (7/17/24)  Use) District (8/5/24) (8/7/24)  Standards (8/14/24)  Please see Attachment #4 - County Planning Director Update for more information. With no further business to come before the Commission, a motion was made by Ms. Simoncek to adjourn at 7:14 p.m. and second by Mr. Francke. Motion carried.  Respectfully submitted,  CrYAf Raymond J. Stolihas, Jr., AICP, Director  MINUTES APPROVED AT THE SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 CENTRE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING.  3    SUBDIVISION & LAND DEVELOPMENT  Attachment #1  August 20, 2024  Subdivisions: 1. Zion Manor  Preliminary Subdivision Plan Walker Township CCPCDO File # 84-24  78 Lots (75-Residential Lots; and, 3-Open Space /SWMLots)  Land Developments:  2. Faith Alive Fellowship Building Expansion Final Land Development Plan One (1) Building Addition Gregg Township CCPCDO File #82-24 Time Extension Requests:  1. The Village of Nittany Glen - Phase III-A Land Development (CFA)  File No. 47-24 File No. 108-23 File No. 53-23 File No. 79-23 File No. 89-23 File No. 109-22 File No. 86-21  Benner Township.. Benner Township.. Benner Township.. Potter Township.. 5. Wawa at Eagle Point (CFA) Benner Township.. Benner Township. Benner Township. Gregg Township.  1St Request (No Fee Required) .2nd Request (No Fee Required) ..3rd Request (No Fee Required) .3rd Request (No Fee Required) 4th Request $50.00 Fee Required) .7hh Request ($200.00 Fee Required) gth Request ($250.00 Fee Required) 11th Request ($400.00 Fee Required)  2. Benner Pike Tru by Hilton Hotel & Retail Building Land Development (CFA)  3. McDonald's Restaurant Land Development (CFA)  4. TransducerWorks Manufacturing Facility Land Development (CFA)  6. The Cascade Land Development (CPA)  7. Belle Rose Townhomes Land Development (CFA)  8. EliE B. & Linda Mae Esh Subdivision (Replot ofLot 6 of Plat Book 81, Page 174) (CFA)File No. 132-21  Note: CPA = Conditional Preliminary Plan Approval CFA = Conditional Final Plan Approval  This office acknowledges receipt of written requests from the above-referenced applicants asking the Commission to favorably consider the granting of ninety (90) day time extensions for the completion ofthe remaining conditions pending plan approval. Accordingly, staffi recommends the granting of ninety (90) day  time extensions.  Page 1 of1    #1  Zion Manor  (plan dated: July 3, 2024; last revised: August 15, 2024)  Preliminary Subdivision Plan Walker Township  Seventy-eight (78). Lots 75-Single-Family Lots and 3 Open Space/Stormwater Management Lots) Location: Located along the northern right-of-way ofZion Back Road (T-461) and west of Walker  Townshipsrecreational lands in Walker Township.  Surveyor/Engineer: PennTerra Engineering, Inc., State College, Pa.  Tract History: a) The property being subdivided, owned by Torron Group, LP and Thomas F. Songer, II,  contains 29.952 acres.  b) This proposal represents al Preliminary Plan submission showing the subdivision of 78 lots within 3 phases, comprising 75 single-family residential lots and 3 stormwater management /open space lots with corresponding infrastructure such as streets, utilities, stormwater Note: Per the County's requirements, the Preliminary Plan depicts the development concept only, showing the general design with approximate dimensions of streets, lots,  management controls, etc.  stormwater facilities, and other planned features.  ARTICLE V - MAJOR RESIDENTIAL SUBDIVISION  504. C. 510.  Preliminary Plan Submission  Provide this office with a completed copy ofthe Department of Environmental Protection (DEP)  Application Mailer and corresponding written evidence ofDEP approval.  Preliminary Plan Requirements  A.2.& A.6. Per Recorder of Deeds information there appears to be two (2) sources of title for the property  being subdivided. They are: Record Book 2019, Page 866 (Torron Group, LP) and Record Book 2285, Page 567 -I Parcel 1 (Thomas F. Songer. II). Amend Project Notes 1.a. and 1.b. Also, amend Project Notes 1.c. by removing Tax Parcel Nos. 14-6A-34C and 16-6A-44. Label the name and title of the individual who will represent the Torron Group, LP, one oft the owners oft the property being subdivided. This will be the same person who will also execute the The property being subdivided is encumbered by an existing West Penn Power easement per Record Book 2045, Page 32, which was intended for the previous Zion Manor Subdivision; provide aj plan note identifying this easement and indicate this [easement] will be replaced and Amend the plan schematic on Sheet 4 to reference Ten Point Path in lieu of Fallow Road.  accordingly.  A.2.  ownership block.  A.10.  superseded with a revised utility agreement with West Penn Power.  A.14.    Zion Manor-F Preliminary Subdivision Plan = Continued  Page 2 of4  A.14. (cont.) Label the dimensions of the proposed vehicle pull-off area between Lot 2 and Lot3. A.14. (cont.) Provide a sidewalk easement for that portion of the proposed sidewalk located between Lot 2 and A.14. (cont.) The applicant is proposing no on-street parking throughout Zion Manor; locate and label "No A.14. (cont.) Amend the two (2) cross-sections on Sheet 9 to correctly reference Ten Point Path in lieu of  Lot 3 and outside the right-of-way ofTen Pont Path.  Parking" Signs on the plan schematic; and, provide a corresponding detail for the sign.  Fallow Road.  A.17.  The proposed underground ectnelelepmone/cable lines that will provide service for this proposal appear to be located outside the right-of-way ofTen Point Path and Frasher Street; locate and label a utility easement for the underground clectrie/elephome/cable lines. Site Data: Amend Project Notes 8 by removing the reference oft the 8.5 foot wide strip ofl land located along Zion Back Road being dedicated to Walker Township -- this 8.5 foot wide strip of land was previously dedicated per Record Book 2023, Page 747; and, label the specific signs (S-  A.18.  land S-2) on Sheet 9.  719. A. A.1.  Additional Sumplmetlkegurments  Supporting Data  Awaiting receipt of the Walker Township Engineer's review and approval relative to the Preliminary Plan concept, specifically regarding the general design, the approximate dimensions Provide written confirmation from the Walker Township Zoning Officer indicating the proposal meets or exceeds all applicable regulations per the Walker Township Zoning Ordinance.  oft the streets, lots, stormwater facilities, and other planned features.  A.3.  A.3. (cont.) Provide written confirmation from the Walker Township Park and Recreation Commission  indicating their approval of the proposal, specifically in terms of proposed parkland dedication or fees in-lieu of, or a combination thereof, per the Walker Township Parkland Dedication Ordinance (Ordinance No. 182, adopted by the Walker Township Board of Supervisors on May Note: Ifa fee is required, evidence will be needed from Walker Township that the fee has been  4,2005).  paid in full during each of the final plan phases.  A.3. (cont.) Provide a copy of an approved Walker Township driveway permit for the proposed access onto A.3. (cont.) Provide written evidence from the United States Post Office approving the location ofthe  Zion Back Road (T-461), noting the permit number on the plan.  proposed mailbox cluster.  A.4.  Provide written confirmation from the WalkerTownship Supervisors indicating the proposed street name, Frasher Street, is acceptable; suggest confirmation with the County's( (911)  Emergency Communications Office, as well.    Zion Manor- Preliminary Subdivision Plan -- Continued  Page 3of4  A.5. C. C.1.  Awaiting receipt ofthe County Conservation District's (or DEP's, as applicable) review and approval of the required Erosion and Sedimentation Pollution Control Plan.  Certificates  Once conditional preliminary plan approval has been granted, obtain the signature ofthe Professional Land Surveyor responsible for the plan (i.e., Execute the Professional Land  Surveyor Certification Block).  C.1.( (cont.) Once conditional preliminary plan approval has been granted, obtain the signature ofthe  Professional Engineer responsible for the plan (i.e., Execute the Engineer's Stormwater Per the aforementioned Section 510. A.2. & A.6, provide an additional Certification of  Certification Block). Ownership Block.  C.4.  C.4. (cont.) Obtain the original signature of the owners oft the property being subdivided and execute the  Certification of Ownership Blocks.  C.4.( (cont.) Execute the Storm Water Facilities Acknowledgements (Landowner) Block.  C.6. C.2. C.3.  Execute the Offer of] Dedication Block. Township Board of Supervisors.  Obtain the approval signatures ofthe Walker Township Planning Commission and the Walker Per this proposal representing a Preliminary Plan submission, amend the Centre County Planning CENTRE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT Preliminary Plan Approved by the Centre County Planning Commission on  Commission signature block as follows:  (reference CCPC correspondence of  for further information).  NOTE: Preliminary Plan Shall Not be recorded in the Centre County Recorder of Deeds Office.  C.3. (cont.) Upon completion of the above, obtain the approval acknowledgement. signature ofthe Centre  County Planning Commission.  General Comments  Execute the Walker Township Stormwater Certification Block.  Amend the plan title on Sheets ES1 - ES6 to indicate Preliminary Subdivision Plan. few labels that are superimposed over each other making them illegible.  Amend the labels on the plan schematic on Sheet 2 and to the left oft the label for Phase 2; there are a    Zion Manor- - Preliminary Subdivision Plan -- Continued  Page 4 of4  Through routine review by the staff, the above-referenced property may be subject to the regulation per Act319, entitled: Pennsylvania Farmland: and. Forest Land Assessment. Act of1974. (More commonly referred to as the "Clean & Green Law"). Accordingly, the proposed subdivision activity might impact the property's existing taxing structure, including the possibility of"rollback taxes". For clarification, we encourage the Applicant to contact the Centre County Assessment Office (as soon as possible) to obtain the necessary information pertaining to this matter - Phone: 814)355-6721. Upon satisfactory completion of the above plan requirements, approval ofthe Preliminary Plan by the Commission constitutes conditional approval oft the proposed subdivision in regard to the general design, the approximate dimensions oft the streets and lots and other planned features. The Preliminary Plan approval obligates the Applicant to the general scheme oft the Subdivision. However, ifthe Applicant determines that a significant change tol his original submission is desirable, he may modify his Approval oft the Preliminary Plan does not allow for construction of the required improvements, Note, per Section 508.(4)(v) oft the Pa. Municipalities Planning Code (MPC), "In the case ofa preliminary plat calling for the installation of improvements beyond the five-year period, a schedule shall be filed by the landowner with the preliminary plat delineating all proposed sections as well as deadlines within which applications for final plat approval of each section are intended to be filed. Such schedule shall be updated annually by the applicant on or before the anniversary ofthe preliminary plat approval, until final plat approval of the final section has been granted and any modification in the aforesaid schedule shall be subject to the approval oft the governing body in its discretion." Updating the schedule annually protects the developer from any changes in zoning, subdivision and land development ordinances, and other governing ordinances subsequent to the date oft the initial preliminary plan submission. Although the schedule for final plan submissions, as shown on Sheet 4, are intended to be submitted within a two-year time frame, suggest the applicant submit a revised phasing schedule  plans by submitting ai revised Preliminary Plan for review and approval. authorize the sale ofl lots or the recording of the Preliminary Plan.  annually per the reasons cited above.  Subject to the review comments from the Walker Township Engineer and Walker Township Zoning Officer as well as completion ofthe items noted above, including obtaining the approval signatures of the Walke Township Planning Commission and the Walker Township Board of Supervisors, staff  recommends conditional Preliminary Plan Approval.    #2  Faith Alive Fellowship Building Expansion (plan dated: July 3,2024; last revised: August 14, 2024)  Final Plan One (1) Building Addition Gregg Township  Location: Located along the southern right-of-way of Penns Valley Road (State Route 0045) approximately  2/3 ofar mile west oft the Penns Valley High School in Gregg Township.  urveyor/Engineer: PennTerra Engineering, Inc., State College, Pa.  Tract History: a) The land development is taking place on a 10.627 acre tract ofland owned by Faith Alive  Fellowship.  b) This proposal constitutes a Final Plan submission showing the development of an 8,037 square foot building addition to the existing Faith Alive Fellowship Church located on Tax Parcel No. 21-6-10C along with corresponding infrastructure (i.e., stormwater  management, parking, etc.).  ARTICLE VII -- LAND DEVELOPMENT  718. A.10. 719. A. A.1. A.3. A.5. A.6.  Final Plan Requirements  Clarify ifthe right-of-way for Penns Valley Road (State Route 0045) is located within the lands  being developed; amend the plan schematic accordingly. Additional Supplemental Requirements  Supporting Data engineering details.  Awaiting receipt of the Gregg Township Engineer's review and approval oft the required Obtain the approval signature oft the Gregg Township Zoning Officer (i.e., execute the Gregg Awaiting receipt of the Centre County Conservation District's (or DEP, as applicable) review and approval oft the required Erosion and Sedimentation Pollution Control Plan. Provide this office with a draft copy ofa Declaration of Stormwater Management and Maintenance Agreement for staff review. Once found acceptable, the applicant will be instructed to execute, record, and note source of title (where recorded) on the plot plan. And  Township Zoning Officer Approval Block).  once recorded, provide this office with a recorded copy for our file.  B.  Improvements  B.1. & B.2. Upon satisfactory completion oft the above plan requirements (per subsequent written  concurrence from this office), the applicant shall construct all required improvements as a condition pending final plan approval; or in lieu of, post adequate surety to guarantee same.    Faith Alive Fellowship Building Expansion Land Development - Continued  Page 2 of2  B. (cont.)  Improvements  B.1.&B B.2. In either case, the applicant shall request a final site inspection (in writing) by the Gregg  Township Engineer and Planning Staff, with written correspondence noting approval to be generated by the Gregg Township Engineer upon satisfactory completion of all required  improvements. Certificates  C. C.1.  Obtain the signature oft the Professional Engineer responsible for the plan (i.e., Execute the  Engineer's Stormwater Certification Block). Professional Land Surveyor's Certification Block).  C.1.(cont.) Obtain the signature oft the Professional Land Surveyor responsible for the plan (i.e., Execute the  C.4. C.2. C.3.  Obtain the original signature oft the owner of the property being developed and execute the Obtain the approval signatures oft the Gregg Township Planning Commission and the Gregg Upon completion oft the above, obtain the approval signatures of the Centre County Planning  Certification of Ownership Block. Township Board of Supervisors.  Commission.  Subject to the review comments from the Gregg Township Engineer and Gregg Township Zoning Officer as well as completion of the items noted above, including obtaining the approval signatures oft the Gregg Township Planning Commission and the Gregg Township Board of Supervisors, staff recommends  conditional Final Plan Approval.    Attachment #2 August 2024  Centre County MPO and Transportation Update  2025 Centre County Liquid Fuels and Fee for Local Use Funding Applications Being Accepted Centre County is soliciting applications for its annual distribution of County Liquid Fuels and Fee for Local Use Funds. Completed. Applications are due NOTLATER than Friday, October 18, 2024, by 5pm in the Centre County-Planning Office, Third Floor Willowbank Office Building, 420  Holmes St,Bellefonte.PA  AlL Applications must include the following required attachments and may be disqualifiedif  required attachments are not included in the application:  D Completed Questionnaire and Narrative (Page 3-6) OCurrent photos/pictures of the project area  D Quote from contractor(s) or engineer(s), or estimate from municipality  Completed Applications may be emailed to CounyTansportatonocentrecoumbpagoyor. mailed to Centre County Planning Office, Attn: 2025 Liquid Fuels/FFLU Applications, 420 Holmes St, Bellefonte, PA 16823. Municipalities will be notified in December 2024 if they have been  awarded funding.  State College Area Connector Update  The Notice of Intent (NOI) has been published in the Federal Register as of 07/24/2024. Public Meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 15, 2024 from 4p-8p at the Mount Nittany Inclusion of a SPUI - Single-Point Urban_nterchange (SPUI) is a type of grade-separated highway interchange where a single signalized intersection controls traffic flow. (For more  Public comments are due by 8/23/2024.  Middle School.  information on a SPUI, see additional handout).  Upcoming CCMPO Meetings  Technical Committee - Wednesday, September 11, 2024, 9:30am (Hybrid/In Person) Location: Centre COG Office Building, 2643 Gateway Drive, State College, PA  Coordinating Committee - Tuesday, September 24, 2024, 6:00pm (Hybrid/In Person) Location: Centre COG Office Building, 2643 Gateway Drive, State College, PA  1Page    Single-Point Urban Interchange (SPUI) is a type of grade-separated highway interchange  where a single signalized intersection controls traffic flow.  Design allows for left-turning vehicles coming from opposing directions to turn simultaneously, without crossing paths. This enhances safety by reducing ther number of places where vehicles cross paths and improves efficiency by allowing more vehicles to drivet through thei intersection during as signal cycle. The design was created tol help move large Thet term' "single-point" refers tot thet fact that allt through traffic ont the arterial street, as well ast thet traffici turning left onto or off thei interchange, can be controlled from as single set oft traffic signals. Duet tot the space efficiency of SPUIS relative tot they volume of traffic they can handle, the interchange design is used extensively int the reconstruction of existing freeways as well as constructing newf freeways, particularlyi in dense urban environments.  volumes of traffic through limited amounts of space efficiently.  do Depending on their level of comfort, cyclists may navigate thei intersection using vehicle or pedestrian paths Tot turn left froma a freeway ramp, use thel left-turn lanel like atac conventional diamond interchange  Pedestrians use marked crosswalks tos safely cross the freeway ramps. At SPUIs, crosswalks are not provided acrosst the arterial. To cross the arterial, pedestrians may use ther nearest marked crosswalk (not shown)  To turnr rightf froma freeway ramp, use the right-turn lane like ata conventional diamond interchange  * From thea arterial, navigate thei interchange likea ata a conventional diamondi interchange NOTTOSCALE Advantages/Benerits  Note: Fors simplicity, onlyt two directions oft traffic ares shown. Opposing traffic followss similar routes.  Enhanced safety- - vehicles cross paths at only one location within a SPUI, which reduces the risk of potential Increased efficiency- traffic signals at SPUIS operate int three phases as opposed to four phases at conventional Increased capacity- - the SPUI design allows for left turnsi to occur simultaneously and at higher speeds, which  vehicle crashes as compared to a conventional! intersection. interchanges, whichi increases' "green light"times andi reduces delays. increases the number of vehicles that can travel through thei intersection.    Fewer traffic signals -t the SPUI channels traffici into one intersection, as opposed1 toi twoi intersections like ina conventional interchange. Fewer intersections mean feweri traffic: signals, which also means fewer delays for Reduced right-of-way impacts - SPUIS have a smaller footprint than conventional. interchanges, which reduces SPUIS also allowi for wider turns, easing movement for large vehicles, such as trucks and RVS. Furthermore, a SPUItakes up considerably less space than at full cloverleaf interchange, allowing construction tot take place ona The single-point urban interchange is very safet for pedestrians and bicycles. The pedestrian path is well marked using curbs and medians, different colored materials, or throughi the use of more substantial structures. Finally, SPUIS are reportedly safer than other space-efficient interchange forms, such as (standard) diamond interchanges. Research suggests that thei injury and fatality rates are notably lower for SPUIs than diamond  drivers.  thei impact oni the environment and nearby businesses and residences.  limited amount of property and minimizing state use of eminent domain.  interchanges.  Disadvantages  The major disadvantage of SPUIs is the increased cost duei to ther needi for al longer orv wider bridge. At freeway- under SPUI requires a wider bridge over thet free-flowing roadt to make room for the compressed on- and off ramps. Af freeway-over SPUIT requires al longer bridge of thet free-flowing road to cross the wider area required for Because vehicles must be ablet to cross the pavement in six different ways, a SPUI generally has a very large area of uncontrolled pavement int the middle oft thei intersection. This can be unsafe particularly ifo drivers are unfamiliar witht the interchange type. Drivers making al left turn may become confused as oncomingtumingtratic Duet to the large intersection area, thet traffic lights need al longer yellow and red phase to clear thei intersection, and, event then, itr may not bel long enough fora a bicyclist entering on green ory yellow to make it across before Pedestrians are usuatly not abtet to ethipgptsinemestonwe: one green light. It cant take up tofour cycles Given that a SPUI allows only left and right turns, drivers may not reenter thei freeway they are departing (if, for Finally, SPUIS can be somewhat difficult to clear of snow. The large area iny which lanes cross may have to be shut down to allow efficient and thorough cleaning lest a snowplow leave piles of snow, interferingwith traffic and  the SPUI intersection below  passes them on the righthand side. opposing traffic gets a green..  to walk through the entirel length of a SPUI.  example, they realize that they have taken the wrong exit) withina a SPUI.  visibilityi ini the middle oft the uncontrolled pavement.    Attachment #3  Active Transportation Plan - Update August 2024 Project webpage: Atps//ww.Crcog.net/çentreatp  Project Scope  Data Collection/Literature Review Plans and Official Maps Vision Zero Complete Streets BLOS Review PLOS Methodology Assistance EJAnalysis ACS Data Summary VRU Assessment Crash Data BCA G Gap Analysis  Stakeholder Engagement Consultant Field Visit Engagement Sessions Survey and Issues Mapping Active Transportation Toolbox Steering Committee Mtgs Final Draft Open House Issue ID + Project Listing Implementation Strategies/ Recommendations  (Hubsite)  Data Analysis  2020 Census Commute Data  Commute Time by Region  Commute to Work  Commuto (Minutes) 18 23.5 28 29.6 29.3 26.5  Centre Region Nittany' Valley Penns' Valley Lower Bald Eagle Valley Moshannon' Valley Upper BaldE Eagle Valley Mountaintop  Centre Region Nittany' Valley Penns) Valley Lower Bald Eagle Valley Moshannon' Valley Upper Bald Eagle Valley Mountaintop  37.5  0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% "Car Based mActive Modes  0 10 20 30 40  1    Survey Results and Link: Public Engagement Centre County Active Transportation Plan  (arcgis.com)  Traffico congestion/highspeeds/hveatenings drivers  Lack ofs sidewalks  Lack of bicyclef facilities (on-s street! bikel lanes, bike paths, etc.)  Poor condition ofroads, trails and/ors sidewalks  Lacko of shoulders Narrowr roado ors shoulders  Which oft thet following obstacles do your face when engaged in using active transportation in Centre County?  50  100 150 200 250 300 350 Counti in RankingF Position  "Ranking 1(Top) Ranking2 Ranking3 Ranking4 "Ranking5  Penns Valley  Traffic congestion/nghspeeds/hreatening drivers  Poor condition of roadst trails  Lacko of shoulders Lacko ofs sidewalks Narrow road ors shoulders To dangerous for myl kids  0  5  10  15  20  25  30  35  - Rank1( (Top) Rank2 Rank3 Rank4 "Rank5 Rank6  2    Shared-use paths separatedf fromt they publics street  On-street Protected Bikel Lanes Off-road paths/trails withiny your municipality  Which oft the following improvements would you liket to see in Centre County?  On-streetE Bicyclel Lanes Widers shoulders  Off-road paths/trails outsidey your municipality  0  50  100 Counti inF Ranking Position  150  200  "Ranking1(Top) "Ranking2 "Ranking3 -Ranking4 "Ranking5  Penns Valley  Off-road paths/trails within your municipality Wider shoulders forl horse and buggy Shared-Use Paths separated from  Off-road paths/trails outside your municipality  Safety improvements  More public transportations stop  0  2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20  "Rank 1 (Top) - Rank: 2 - Rank3 Rank4 Rank5 "Rank6  Nittany Valley Planning Region Crash Data - Pedestrians only  Pedestrian and Cycling Municplaity  Total Crashes 10 2 0 1 0 13  Fatal Suspected Suspected Possible Unknown PDO  Serious Minor Injury Injury 1 4 3 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 3 3  Injury Severity 0 0 0 0 0 0  Bellefonte Borough Benner Township Marion Township Spring Township Walker Township Total  3 0 0 0 0 3  0 0 0 0 0 0    Spring Townshipnonreptable crash 1cyclist in 2022.  Penns Valley Planning Region Pedestrian Crash Data (2018 to2022)  Municplaity  Total Crashes 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 4  Fatal Suspected Suspected Possible Unknown PDO  Serious Injury 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 1 1  Minor Injury 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 2  Injury 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0  Severity 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0  Centre Hall Borough GreggTownship Haines Township Miles Township Millheim Borough Penn Township Potter Township  0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0  Total  Centre County Pedestrian Crash Data  Total Crashes (2018-2022) 2 1% 1 1% 7 5% 11 7% 1 1% 2 1% 2 1% 1 1% 5 3% 1 1% 1 1% 2 1% 1 1% 1 1% 11 7% 1 1% 4 3% 1 1% 100 65% Total 155 100% 4  Suspected Suspected Possible Unknown  Fatal Serious Minor Injury 0 1 1 2 0 0 1 0 5 0 1 0 1. 0 4 0 0 1 8 25 4  PDO  Municipality Benner Township Boggs Township College Township Ferguson Township Gregg Township Harris Township Liberty Township Miles Township Patton Township Penn Township Potter Township Rush Township Spring Township Union Township Bellefonte Borough Millheim Borough Philipsburg Borough Port Matilda Borough State College Borough  Injury Severity 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 9 11  Injury 2 0 5 4 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 3 1 3 0 67 88  Crashes % Crashes Crashes Crashes Crashes Crashes Crashes  0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0  0 0 1 3 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 1 0 16 26  0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1    Horse and Buggy Crash Data (2018 to2 2022)  Suspected Serious Minor Injury Injury Crashes Crashes 0 3 0 3  Suspected Crashes  Total Crashes (2018-2022)  Fatal Crashes  Municipality  Crashes 1 6 1 8  % 13% 75% 13% 100%  Crashes 0 1 0 1  Crashes 1 2 1 4  Gregg Township Miles Township Penn Township  Total  CCMPO Crash Dashboard can be found here: Pedestrian Level of Stress Review  htps/wopwargis.coappadmstboai585adla6sas5did9id68374134  Centre Hall  Bellefonte  Development Reese  4  ubdivision Long  Qux Centy  PLOS Level 182Comfortable Level 3 Moderate Level4 4Stressful  5    What is Vision Zero?  Vision. Zero is a strategy to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries, while increasing safe, healthy, equitable mobility for all. There are a growing number of Pennsylvania communities who have developed or are developing Vision. Zero goals and  are listed below:  Bethlehem Delaware County Harrisburg CityofL Lancaster Philadelphia Pittsburgh  Safer Vehicles SYSTEM SAFE APPROACH Safer Roads TYISS ARED  Post-Crash Care  Focus area is safe system approach as noted by the U.S Department tofTransportation  Link: nttps/wwwiransportation.V/NBSS/SafeSystem What is needed to develop a Vision Zero goal?  Engagement of stakeholders consensus on a policyto develop a vision zero goal. Municipal and Public commitment and goal setting to achieve zero fatalities and serious injuries. With a goal lofeliminating all traffic fatalities and severe injuries by a Development of an action plan that reviews 5 years of crash history and notes the Some actionable strategies are safe speed, safer streets and safe people. Establish a committee to develop an action plan, implement the plan and then  specified year. high injurynetwork.  monitor results over Draft Vision Zero Goal  July 16, 2024 Steering Committee Meeting Number 3 reviewed the Vision Zero Goal of relying on the state annual 2 percent reduction for fatalities. Expand it to serious injuries and draft goal of 22% reduction by 2024 with an interim review in year 5 (2029) of the  Active Transportation Plan.  6    Project Prioritization  Screening.1  Screening2  PennDOT Network Screening Tool Bicycle Level of Stress Pedestrian Level of Stress Safety Concern point data Crash data Equity Survey Gap Analysis  Eligible for Federal Grant Eligible for State/Local Grant 2025-2028 TIP project Project Reach  Official map, county or municipal comprenensive plan, or other active transportation plan. Boundary  Provide access to within 1/2 mile of a Borough  Needs a connection point map  Federal Opportunity Zone  Multimodal ACCessiDlty/MODly - How many of the following are affected byt the project? Bus B.) Bicycle C.) Pedestrian D.) Horse &  buggy E.)ATVF) Vehicle CATA fixed route  Draft Project List  ID  DRAFT  ## 51 S2 TOTAL DRAFTI Project Name 137 15_17 32 Atherton St 43_1119 30 alignment  DRAFT Project Description shopping plazas.  Municipality Patton Miles State College State College Ferguson Bellefonte State College Bellefonte Ferguson Halfmoon  Improve thev walkability and safety OfN Improve they walkability ands safety OfNA Atherton! Stt to gain better access to  11 15 16 31 PADesignated Bike Routes Gs shoulders Narrow shoulders, needa al bikel lane/shoulder.  Intersection: BranchF Rd- Atherton St Connect sidewalk between Strouse and  The Branch Rd- Atherton Sti intersectioni is dangerous: and poorly-designed Connect sidewalk between Strouse and Clearview Avenue on Waddle Road. Patton Road diet onA Atherton Stf from Allen St tol University Dra andi includep protected Addo crossing wheret the shared-use trail from Tudek meets Blue Course. About.1 mile north oft the Circleville Rdi intersection. Dangerousi intersection crossing thes street. Lack ofs stop sign atF PA1 144  for users oft the adjacent shared-use path.  6414_15 29 Clearview Avenue on WaddleF Road 186 11 18 29 Road diet on Atherton St 213 11_18 29 Safe crossing across Blue Course Dr  bikel lanes.  241 15_14 29 Intersection: Logan St- Bishop St- PA144 coming from S. Spring/ StoneyE Batter.  1 1117 28 Improved bicycle access across Atherton! St. Dangerous to cross Atherton Stf from Overlook Heights to Blue Course Path. Ferguson  89 11 17 28 Intersection: Atherton St- ParkA Ave 152 9 15 24 Massullo Parks 249 10 14 24 Pine Grove Rds sidewalk 35_914 23 College  Makei intersection: safer for pedestrians.  Connection between Talleyrand and Connect Halfmoon Township to State  Connection between Talleyrand and! Massullo Parks in Bellefonte. Pine Grove Rdr needs sidewalk due tol locall businesses attracting traffic. Bicycling on Route 550i is unsafe. Create safer routet from Halfmoon Township to State College bike route network.  7    Benefit Cost Analysis  Total Crashes (Ped, Bike, Horse & Buggy) 10 16 24 14 3 3  #  Location  Municipality Bellefonte Borough State College Borough College Township Harris Township  Fatal Suspected Serious KSI Crashes Injury Crashes Ratio  1 PA144 between! Stoney Batter Road/Spring! Street & Logan Street High Street (SR 0550)8 & Pike Street Park Avenue (SR 3007)between 3 Atherton Street (SR 3014)& Allen Road 4 PA150 and Benner Pike Shops/Nittany Mall Driveways 5 Boal Venue (PA 45)a and Old Boalsburg! Road (T-359) Street  0 3 0 0  6 6 5 1 0 1  60% 56% 21% 7.1% 33% 33%  2 Allegheny! Street (SR0144)between Bellefonte Borough  6 North Centre! Street (PA53)a and/ Alder Philipsburg Borough Complete Steets Model Ordinance  Complete Streets are streets designed and operated to enable safe use and supportr mobility for all users. Those include people of all ages and abilities, regardless of whetherthey: are travelling as drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, or public transportation riders. The concept of Complete Streets encompasses many approaches to planning, designing, and operating roadways and rights of way with all users in mind tor make the transportation network safer and more efficient. Policies are set ati the state, regional, and As part of the ATP policy support is needed as well as modification to municipal and county ordinances. This effort is not a mandate and can be considered by planning regions and municipalities. Each municipality in Centre County is welcome to make it their own based oni the context oftheir municipality.  local levels and are frequently supported by roadway design guidelines.  Suggested Complete Streets items for the Model Ordinance  Typical Elements of a Complete Streets  Others for consideration Maximum Blocklength Median refuge islands Pedestrian Countdown signals Rapid Flashing beacons Street lighting StreetTrees Roundabouts  Ordinance Sidewalk Bike lanes or Routes Transit stops Shared use path ADA accessibility Intersection sight distance Shoulder Treatment for Horse and Buggy Crosswalks  Sidewalk amenity space for seating, etc  Draft Implementation Steps  8    Draft Data and Crash Analysis  Completion/ Re-evaluation Annual 2024 2024 2027  Term Ongoing Ongoing  Action  Review annual crash data to monitor crash types and patterns and share with an online dashboard. Review the PennDOT Network Screening tool that is periodically updated to assess potential safety projects.  Short Term Publish crash and safety target data on a CCMPO safety- Short Term Work with safety partners and public health and human  focused webpage.  service organizations to review public health-related information on traffic-related injuries and fatalities. new opportunities for making our roads safer.  MidTerm Monitor State Highway Safety Plan for emerging trends and 2029  Mid Term Walkability Index  2029  The US EPA characterizes the ease of pedestrian travel in an area with a Walkability Index. It considers factors such as a mix ofe employment types and occupied housing, street intersection density, and population density to assigna walkability score. The Walkability Indexi is a score outof20; scores closer to 20 indicate that an area is more walkable, while scores closert to 1 indicate that an areai is less  walkable.  Draft Safety Term Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing  Completion/ Re-evaluation  Action projects. PennDOT.  Encourage local municipauties to work with PennDOTto use Annual data and crash analysis to build safety improvement Develop a plani for action to address lane departures with Annual  Continue to maintain the Safety Subcommittee  Annual  Develop a more formal mission Work to meet quarterly  .  Work to expand to groups not typically engaged inN MPO activities such as emergencys services and communtyneatr-based organizations Work with municipalities to encourage low-cost safety improvements based on analysis completed by PennDOT's VRU Assessment, tiered pedestrian button improvements, and PennDOT periodic screening of crashes. expand on the Active Transportation Plan Vision Zero work.  Ongoing  Annual  Short Term MPO apply for a SS4A Planning and Demonstration Grant to 2024  9    Short Term Ongoing effortto maintain and update the sidewalk, gap  2027 2030  analysis to close the gaps.  Mid Term  Review projecti implementation and what crash type is  reducing. and wheels.  Long Term Monitor the TIP and LRTP development for future projects that/2031  can incorporate expanded facilities for bicyclists, pedestrian  Draft Equity Term Ongoing Ongoing Short Term Mid Term Long Term  Completion/ Re-evaluation  Action  Expand education and awareness to supportactivities Biannual related to Vision. Zero efforts to be more accessible. Meet with Centre County and the 35 municipalities for Bi-annual Review where crashes occur in relation PennDOT and 2026 USDOT underserved population assessments. Work with underserved communities to develop a sidewalk gap inventory and grant application. Work to address the needs of both urban and rural  issues and safety concerns.  2028 2031  residents with no vehicles.  Draft Engagement and. Awareness  Term Ongoing Ongoing Short Term Short Term Mid Term  Action  Completion/ Re-evaluation  Provide a safety moment as part of each MPO agenda. Frequently Work to have a regular program of safety education and Annual awareness calendar that considers the diversity of needs and geography in Centre County. Work with law enforcement and PA District 2 Community Safety Project (CTSP) toi increase awareness; of safety issues ini the county. Work with LTAP to host educational sessions that inform/2025 municipalities how to make Centre County roads safer. Expand current education and awareness information 2028 opportunities to all 35 municipalities and considera  Annual  newsletter distributed annually.  Next Steps  10    Fourth Steering Committee Meeting Late August  Technical and Coordinating Committee Meetings September  Technical and Coordinating Committee Meetings November  Open House September/ October  Review Draft Plan Provide an  Receive Feedback from the Publicc on Draft Plan  Adopt Active Transportation Plan  overview of Draft Plan to Committees  Amish information:  PennDOT Horse and Buggy Driver's Manual  https/www.dotstatepauspuslePbaffomaPibications/PUB520832.pdr  Chapter 17 Amish Considerations  https/www.dotstatepas/publiç/pubsforms/Publcations/PUBX2013/March*2020202024X20Changek220N0.a205.Ddh  11    Countermeasure and Safety Benefit  Countermeasure  Safety Benefit 19to47%  Which Mode Benefits the  Most Allr modes Vehicles Vehicles  4-Lane to 3-Lane, Road Diet Conversions  High Friction surface treatment 57% Cable Median Barrier and other 97%  barriers Lighted Chevrons Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) Pedestrian Refuge Island Pedestrian Countdown Signal upgrades Sidewalks Paved shoulder High-visibility crosswalks can reduce pedestrian injury crashes Bicycle Lanes (Urban)  25% 47% 56% 9% 65-89% 71% 40%  Vehicles (nighttime crashes) Pedestrians Pedestrians Pedestrians Pedestrians Pedestrians Pedestrians  upt to1  30%  Bicyclists    Model Complete Streets Ordinance [CCMPO]  Complete Streets Introduction tot the Model Ordinance  Centre County Metropolitan Planning Organization in its work and coordinating with its partners, the county and municipalities, PennDOT and CATA to encourage streets to. be planned, designed, operated and maintained to enable safe, accessible and comfortable travel forausers of all ages, demographics CCMPO cannot dot this work alone rather municipalities and the county should consider in whole or in part elements of Complete Streets in their ordinances t should be noted that urban suburban and rural communities in Centre County can work toward complete streets but how that is done will be different and therefore not all portions of this model ordinance will apply to all parts of the county. Suburban and urban areas can consider-most of these items forinclusion in their municipal ordinances. Rural areas using the road network as the basis for complete streets can include work to inform of shared road such as signage and pavement markings andwhere appropriate widened shoulders and sidewalks. Since CCMPO cannot mandate-changes to municipal and çounty ordinances, the purpose of this ordinance is to act as aguide for Centre County when considering what changes could be considered to develop a road network for all users. Many municipalities already have elements of a Complete Streets Municipality: should be sure when changing ordinançes to make sure that they follow their own process of review, are properly vetted by the elected officials and advertised and published to inform the public of Some oft the text developed may be, placed in zoning, subdivision or street sections of municipal code depending on how the municipal code is ratified. Depending on the context of the municipality Complete  and abilities regardless of their mode oft transportation in Centré.County.  ordinance, and additional changes could be minimal.  aNA,V  potential changes.  Streets could include where appliçable the following standards:  Sidewalk Bike Lanes Marked Shared Roadways Bike Parking Transit stops Shared use path ADA Accessibility Clear sight triangle  DRAFTI FORI REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  1Page    Shoulder Treatment for Horse and Buggy  Crosswalks  Additional standards can be considered are listed below:  Block length Refuge islands Street lighting StreetTrees EV Charging  Sidewalk amenity space forseating, etc.  These Complete Street tools are, generally regulated by the MUTCD and mày need PennDOT review and  approval. Local examples exist for these installation throughout Centre County.  Pedestrian Countdown signals Rapid Flashing beacons Roundabouts  Definitions  Bicycle Rack- A device consistent withindustry standards that is càpable of supporting al bicycle in a stable position, is made of durable materials, is no less than 36i inches tall from the base toi the top of the rack and no less than 1.51 feet in length, permits the securing oft the bicycle frame and one wheel with a U- shaped lock, and is of a charactèra and color that adds aesthetic value to thei immediate environment. Bike Lane- A portion of a roadway whiçh has been designated by striping, signing and pavement markings for the preferential or exclusive use of bicyclists.  s  Bus Stop - A designated place whère a bus may: stopi to allow boarding or alighting of public transit riders. Al bus stop is marked with al bus stop location sign and shall include infrastructure or amenities, such asa Bus Shelter -A A permanent roofed structure located at a bus stop that provides protection from the weather to persons waiting for al bus. The shelter can be often semi-enclosed and shall provide seating. Clear Sight Triangle- An area of unobstructed vision at street intersections defined by the center lines of the streets and by al line of sight between points on their center lines at a given distance from the  bus shelter or bus passenger bench.  intersection oft the center lines.  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  2IPage    Marked Shared Roadways - General purpose travel land intended to accommodate bothy vehicles and Refuge Island- An areai in the direction of pedestrian travel located between traffic lanes for pedestrian refuge within a median, or channelizing island. A specifically defined area (most often raised above the street level) between vehicular traffic lanes intended as a pedestrian refuge location for persons unable to Roundabout- A circular intersection with yield control at entry, which permits a vehicle on a circular roadway to proceed, and with deflection of the approachingvehicle counterclockwise around a central Shared-Use Path- A multi-use path designed primarily.for use by bicyclists, pedestrians, and other authorized motorized and non-motorized users, for transportation and for recreation. Shared use paths are physically separated from motor vehicle traffic by an open: space orb barrier and are either within the Sidewalk- That portion of the municipal or PennDOT street right-of-way reserved for sidewalks.  bicycles.  cross the entire roadway width at one time.  island.  highway or other public right-of-way or easement.  Generally, it is outside oft the curb. Draft Model Ordinance Language  Bike Lane  (1) When no * curb present minimum bike lane width is 41 feet (2) When curbi is present minimum bike lane width is! 51 feet  (3) When curb and gutter are present the minimum bike lane with is 41 feet and will not include the gutter (4) For arterial streets the maximum width of the bike lane should be 71 feet wide when roads are 45 mph (5) Bike lanes can bé configured as buffered bicycle lanes when a wider facility is desired. (6) Signage and pavement markings shall follow the most recent Manual on Uniform Traffic Control (8) Prohibited. Acts in Bike Lanes. Its shall be unlawful for any person to park, stand, stop, load, or unload any vehicle in any marked or painted bike lane in the boundaries oft the Municipality and shall be prohibited to block thei free movement inside or cause users to navigate out of the path.  seam. our higher.  Devices (MUTCD)  (7)  Bicycle parkingrequirements  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  3Page    (1) Purpose. The purpose of this section is to provide sufficient safe and convenient bicycle parking in land development plans to encourage bicycling as at form oft transportation, reducing traffic congestion, air pollution, wear andi tear on roads, and use off fossil fuels, while fostering healthy physical activity.  (2) Bicycle parking spaces required.  (a) Short-term and long-term bicycle parking spaces shall be required for all land development (b) Required number of bicycle parking spaces. All plans provide at least ther number of short- term and long-term bicycle parking spaces identified in the tablei ini this subsection; however, the numbers shall not fall below a minimum oft two short-term and two long-term bicycle parking spaces, regardless of other provisions. Where the calculation oft total required. spaces results ina fractional number, the next highest whole number shall be used. The split between short- and long-term spaces shall be determined as follows:j jf the decimal you are rounding is .5 equal to or greater, the number of spaces will be rounded up. If the decimal you are roundingi is less than. .5, the number of spaces willl be rounded down, Ift the split calculation results in both short- and long- term spaces to be rounded up, the overall total will not be increased. That will be resolved with the short-term willl be rounded up and the long-tèrm rounded. down sO long :. as there area  plans.  minimum oft twol long-term spaces.  General Use Residential Use  Specific Use  Minimum of Required  Percent Short Percent Long Bicyçle Parking Bicycle Parking  Parking Spaces Term Required Term Required  Multiple/Multi 0.25 per Family Dwelling bedroom with parking garage Multiple/Multi 0.125 per Family Dwelling bedroom with surface parking Retail Grocery Restaurant only Parking Lot GFA <=7,501- 20,000 square feet  25%  75%  100%  None  commerca/Nonesdenta All Office Uses 1 per 4,000 sf 40%  60% 20% 20% 20% 60% 90% 50% 0%  1 per 5,000sf 80% 1 per 2,500 sf 80% 1 per 1,000s sf 80%  All Hotel Uses 1 per 5,000 sf 40% Parking Garage 1 per 20 vehicle 10%  spaces 1 per 20 vehicle 50% spaces 2  Mixed Use  100%  DRAFT FOR REVIEW. AND COMMENT ONLY  4IPage    GFA >20,001 square feet Government uses Schools Theaters AIU Uses  one: space per 80% 10,000: square feet 1p per 5,000 1p per 3,000 NA  20% 20% 20% 60% guest capacity 20% 50%  Civic/Non-Profit  80% 80%  Hospital/Medical 1, per 20,000 40% Recreation/Gyms 1p per 2,000  1 per 50 seats 10 for over 500  80%  Industrial  1per 5,000 50%  (c)Ift the plan is for a use not listed in the abovetable, the number of bicycle parking spaces required shall be calculated on the basis of a'similar use, as determined by the municipality. (d) If the parking garage or outdoor parkingot is constructed with a specific use, that use will determine the number of bicycle parking spaces required. The calculation int the table above will be used if the parking garage or outdoor parking lot is constructed as a stand-alone use. (e) When parking is required for more than one use, the sum of the requirements for all uses shall  apply.  (3) Bicycle parking standards: general.  (a) All bicycle parking spaces shall be: [1] Well-it if accessible after dark.  [2] Located to ensure significant visibility by the public and building users, except in the case ofl long-term bicycle parking that can be located in secured areas; and [3) Accessible without climbing a step or going up or down a slope in excess of 12% and via a route on the property that is designed to minimize conflicts with motor vehicles and pedestrians and shall be located on paved or pervious, dust-free surface. Surfaces shall [4) Outside bicycle parking shall be located visible from bicycle routes and/ori facilities. [5] Inside bicycle facilities shall be located to be visiblet from the nearest pedestrian exit or  not be gravel, landscape stone, or wood chips.  entrance. [1] Clearly marked; and  (b) All bicycle parking spaces located in a parking facility shall be:  [2) Separated from motor vehicles by some form of physical barrier such as bollards, concrete or rubber curbing or pads, reflective wands, a wall, or a combination thereof designed to adequately protect the safety of bicyclists and bicycles. (c) All bike racks shall bel located a minimum 48 inches in all directions from any obstruction, including, but not limited to, other bike racks, walls, doors, posts, columns, or exterior or interior landscaping. Each required bicycle parking space must be accessible without moving another bicycle, and its placement shall not result in al bicycle obstructing a required walkway. Bicycle racks shall be installed to the manufacturer's specifications. Ift the manufacturer's specifications  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  5Page    are greater than 48i inches the higher value shall bet followed. Details for the rack type, material, dimensions, and connection to the ground shall be provided upon thet first submission of any (e) In winter months, bicycle parking areas shall be cleared of snow within 24 hours and a note to (4). Additional requirements applicable to short-term bicycle parking only. All short-term bicycle parking  plan.  this effect shall bey placed on the approved plan.  spaces shall contain bike racks and shall meet the following requirements:  (a) Location.  [1)Short-term bicycle parking must be installed on sites in conformance withi thet front yard requirements. All short-term bicycle parking should be located such that it is easily accessible from building entrances, visible from bicycle access routes and well-lit for users' safety. Plans that contain multiple buildings or facilities, the required short-term bicycle parking shall be distributed to maximize convenience and use upon approval by [2)Short-term bicycle parking spaces may bel located within the public sidewalks if municipal approval is granted and meets) the installation requirements of the municipality. If bike racks are located on public sidewalks, they must provide atl least five feet of continuous pedestrian clearance, and upt to. six feet where available, and be at least two (b) Bike Rack requirements. Bike racks used for short-term bicycle parking must be securely attached per manufacturers' instructions to concrete footings, a concrete sidewalk, or another comparably: secure concrete surface, and made to withstand severe weather and permanent  the municipality.  feet from the curb.  exposure to the elements.  Block Length  1. Length. Blocks shall havè a minimum length of 300 feet and a maximum length of 1000 feet. 2. Depth. Residential blocks shall be of sufficient depth to accommodate twot tiers of lots, except: b) Where preyented by the size, topographical conditions or other inherent conditions of property, a) Midblock walkways shall be required between adjacent streets in excess of 1,000 feet in length. b) Midblock walkways shall have the right-of-way width ofr not less than 101 feet, a width of five feet and designed and constructed in accordance with Chapter 21, Streets and Sidewalks. The entity to c) Midblock walkways should include ground cover or other vegetation on one or both sides of the walkway to identify areas suitable for public access and to minimize negative impacts of  a) Where reverse frontage lots are required along an arterial street. in, which case the Board of Supervisors may approve as single tier of lots. Such walkways shall extend through the approximate center of the block.  3. Mid-Block Walkways.  maintain the midblock walkway shall be identified.  stormwater runoff. Clear Sight Triangle  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  6Page    Whenever a proposed street intersects an existing or proposed. street with higher traffic volumes, the street with lower traffic volumes shall be made a stop: street. The stop: street shall also be designed to provide a minimum corner sight distance as specified int the AASHTO Green Book for public streets.  1.D Driveway sight distance shall not be used for public streets. approaching vehicles within the clear sight triangle. (b) The clear sight triangle shall be depicted and labeled onthe plan.  (a) The entire area oft the clear sight triangle shall be designed to provide a continuous view of (c) In determining the clear sight triangle; the distance tôthe stopped driver from the edge of the through street shall be 18 feet, and the stopped drivérs èye height shall be at both 3.51 feet and 7.5 feet; and the distance from the center of thei intersection to the approaching vehicle shall be 350 feet for local and' VLVI local streets. For collector and arterial streets, contact Municipal Engineer. For streets that have required on-street parking, the distance to the stopped driver from the edge oft thet through street may be reduçed to 14.51 feet, and the distançe from the center of the intersection to the approaching vehicle may be reduced" toi the minimum required stopping sight distance based upon streetslope and design speed, No required on-street parking spaces (d) Street trees shall only be planted in the clear sight triangle with the approval of the municipality: after consultation with the municipal arborist. Trees must be of the variety that will not limit the continuous view of oncoming vehicles (small diameter tree at larger spacing with7.5  shall be within the clear sight triangle,  feet clear understory). Median Refuge Island  1. Consideration of median refuge island should be when:  Significant pedestrian traffic crossing Traffic volumes over 9,000 vehicles per day d. Travel speeds are 35 mph or greater  b. Signal timing is inadequate fori full crossing of allt traffic lanes or where the crossing is not  signalized.  Refuge island: shall be no less than 4 feet wide but can be upt to 10 feet wide. Pedestrian accessible route shall be provided thru the median and the same width as the  crosswalk  Sidewalks  A. Sidewalks shall be required along both sides of all public streets ini ther municipality, except on narrow  streets with limited right-of-way width as determined the municipality. B. Sidewalks shall be constructed and installed in accordance with the specifications  published by the municipality.  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  7Page    C. Sidewalks shall be constructed of concrete, brick, or other materials as approved by D. Sidewalks shall be a minimum of four feet wide, not including space taken by poles,  the municipality.  trees, steps or other appurtenances.  (1) Sidewalks less than five feet wide shall provide a minimum five-foot-by-five foot passing space at intervals no more than 2001 feet. Passing spaces may overlap pedestrian access (2) On blocks consisting of greater than 50% residential dwellings, sidewalks shall be a maximum (3) Sidewalks in areas designated as high pedestrian traffic, as determined by the municipality,  routes. five feet in width.  shall ber no less than 81 feet wide.  E.S Sidewalks shall be located within the street right-of-way, except where existing F.A planting strip shall be provided between the curb and sidewalk unless otherwise  conditions dictate otherwise.  approved by the municipality. The width of the planting strip shall be dependent upon the width oft the sidewalk area, alignment ofe existing sidewalk pavément and other Circumstances particular toi the location  as determined by the municipality.  (1) In lieu of a planting strip,at went/fvesquare-rot trée well may be provided in accordance with the municipal tree standards. (2) A planting strip, ort tree well shall be required when at least 50% of the sidewalk along the curb is being réplaced at a property.  G. Where possible, sidewalks should be sloped towards adjacent pervious surfaces, not  adjacent impervious surfaces. Alternate idea  1. Average density of dwelling units (DUS) is used by some municipalities as the basis for requiring sidewalks in residential developments. For example, average density is 4 or morel DUS per acre. 2. The Municipality shall require the installation ofs sidewalks in all subdivisions and/or land developments where curbing is required. Sidewalks are required to provide access to and/or within a commercial, industrial, or community facility. Sidewalks which are provided as part of such non-residential facilities shall be designed and constructed to: service the projected pedestrian needs. All public areas shall be designed barrier free and constructed in accordance  with applicable federal and: state regulations and standards.  Shared Use Path  DRAFT FOR REVIEW. AND COMMENT ONLY  8Page    1. Separate paths shall be provided when such paths are specified as part of an adopted municipal 2. Bicycle paths shall be a minimum of ten (10) feet wide. Surface materials shall be either bituminous mixes, concrete, limestone dust, or an equivalent stabilized material. 3. A2-foot or greater shoulder on both sides oft the path should be provided.. An additional foot of lateral clearance (total of 3-feet) is required by the MUTCD fort thei installation of signage or 4. Ifbollards are used at intersections and access points, theys should be colored brightlya and/or 5. Overhead Clearance for overhead obstructions should bes-feet minimum with 10-feet 6. When pavement markings are required, use a 4-inchidashed yellow centerline stripe with 4- a. Solid centerlines can be provided on tight or blind corners, and on the approaches to roadway 7. Grades of bicycle paths shall not exceed eight percent (5%)èxcept for short distances where the  plan or Official Map.  other furnishings.  supplemented with reflective materials to be visible at night  recommended. inch solid white edge lines. crossings  grade shall not exceed the following distance: a. 8.3% maximum for up to 200 feet b. 10% maximum for up to 301 feet C. 12.5% for upi to: 101 feet  Bus Stop Criteria  1. Spacing Range of stops based on location  a. Central Business Districtes State College Municipality between Beaver and College Avenue b, Urban areas - North. Atherton Street located in Patton Municipality and Ferguson Municipality  Suburban - remaining transit routes  Final placement shall be established on a case-by-case basis between the municipality, transit authority  and PennDOTifa applicable. Environment Central Core Areas of CBDs Urban Areas Suburban Areas  Spacing Range 3001 to 1,000 feet 5001 to 1,2001 feet 6001 to 2,500 feet  Typical Spacing 600 feet 750 feet 1000 feet  2. New Complete Major Stop Construction Pad Requirementsl  a. ADA Accessibility- All bus stop boarding and alighting area shall provide a clear width of 96 inches, measured perpendicular to the curb or vehicle roadway edge, and a clear width of60 inches measured parallel to the vehicle roadway edge (ADA Standard for Transportation Facilities  810.2.2). See Figure XI below.  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  9Page    60 min 1525  curb or vehicle roadway edge  Figure xI Dimensions of Bus Boarding and Alighting Areas  b. Surface- Bus stopi boarding and alighting areas shall have a firm, stable surface (ADA Standard for Transportation Facilities 810.2.1) of concrete or asphalt ànd be 45 feet in length and 81 feet in width to accommodate standard 40-foot and articulating 60-foot buses, as well as ADA  requirements and possible shelter placements.  d. Slope- Thei running slope of walking surfaces shall not! be steeper than 1:20. The cross slope of walking surfaces shall not be steeper than 1:48 (ADA Standard for Transportation Facilities e. Connectivity- Bus stop boarding ànd alighting areas shall be connected to streets, sidewalks, or pedestrian paths by àn accessible route (ADA Standard for Transportation Facilities 810.2.3) and be a Glear Width of 36 inches (ADA Standard for Transportation Facilities 403.5.1). Lighting and Electric Signage- Practical and adequate lighting should be provided at bus stops for passengers. Available light shed of new or existing street lighting is acceptable, but when not available, another source of lighting is a necessity. Direct hardwire or solar powered lighting is acceptable. Final placement of lighting shall be established on a case-by-case basis between the municipality, transit authority and PennDOT if applicable. Stop placement - Transit stops in urban blocks on the far side of the intersection.  403.3).  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  10/Page    h. Bus Shelter- Bus shelters are optional, but highly advocated and necessary in areas of higher ridership, and/or facilities where diversion from weather elements are a necessity (e.g. medical facility2). Bus shelters shall provide a minimum clear floor or ground space complying with 305 entirely within the shelter. Bus shelters shall be connected by an accessible route complying with 4021 to al boarding and alighting area complying with 810.2 (ADA! Standard for  Transportation Facilities 810.3).  d  bus shelter  boarding and alighting area  accessible route  curb or vehicle roadway edge  Crosswalk  1. Crosswalks may be required between streets wherever necessary to facilitate pedestrian and/or bicycle circulation and to give access to community facilities such as parks or playgrounds.  2. Such crosswalks shall have a width not less than 101 feet.  Pedestrian Ramps  Pedestrian ramps shall be installed at street intersections designated for ramps by the municipality and PennDOT when appropriate. Exact ramp locations andi the proper number of ramps to be installed at specific street intersections willl be determined by the municipality. Construction details and installation procedures for ramps shall be secured from the Municipality prior to installation work. All materials required for construction shall conform to the specifications as provided herein. The cross slope of all pedestrian ramps may not exceed 2.0%. The contractor shall be required to replace or rebuild any ramps  that fail final inspection.  DRAFT FOR REVIEW. AND COMMENT ONLY  11Page    Streets Local Streets.  A. General Street arrangement. The following design consideration shall be applied to all new  and reconstructed: streets within a plan. (1) Classifications; widths.  (a) Street classifications; width (in feet) for new and reconstructed streets:  Planting Strip: and 45side 4.5/side 4.5/side Sside  Travel: and  Street Type Alley Local -two-way 36 Local -one-way 26 Collector  Cartway Tumlanes Parking Stall Bikel. Lane(s) Sidewalk Curb  Total ROW 16 52 43 63 68  16  Shared lane 0 markings Shared lane 5side markings Shared lane 5iside markings 1-5per 5/side direction of travel 1-6per 5side direction of travel or 1-5 withl-3 buller for one-way streets  Two-10 7.5side One- -10 S'side Two-10 8side Two-11 S'side  46  Artenal minor 46-50  56-60  Two-11 C'enter turn lane-1 10  80  Arterial  Determined by slate and federal govemment  (b) Right-of-way widths, determined by the combination of the components shown above, may be anticipated average daily vehicle trips generated by and through the project area, truck traffic, municipal maintenance and public safety needs, on-street parking demand, pedestrian safety, accessibility for persons with disabilities, transit needs, bicycle lanes, landscape areas, snow removal impacts, required utility easements or continuation of adjacent development and street patterns.  modified by the municipality in consideration of the following:  (9) The arrangement of news streets shall provide for the continuation of existing or planned streets and street patterns and proper access to adjoining undeveloped tracts suitable for (3) Cul-de-sac streets shall be avoided in order to maintain street connectivity and shall be permitted only when topography or the presence of natural and historic resources  future subdivision.  DRAFTFORI REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  12/Page    prevent a connecting street pattern.  (4) Whenever design standards for required street improvements are not specified by the City ofl Lancaster, the applicable standard requirements oft the Pennsylvania Department oft Transportation, in accordance with Publication 408, latest revision, shall govern. (5)Tot the maximum extent possible, all new and reconstructed streets shall be designed to accommodate pedestrians, and ifa applicable other forms of mobility, including wheelchairs, etc.  (6) Street widths.  (a) The extension of existing streets which are presentyconstructed with a cartway different from the standards of these regulationsshall be provided with ai transition area, the design of which shall be subject to approvalof the municipal engineer. (b) Where curb extensions (or bulb-outs) are proposed, they shall be designed to accommodate bicycle travel and the turning movements of trucks and buses, and may (a) Improve visibility of and by pedestrians at corher or mid-block crossings. (b) Reduce the length ofpedestrian crossings. (c) Provide bioretention facilities for stormwater management. (d) Provide protection of fire hydrants.  bei installed to facilitate thet following:  K  Marked Shared Roadways - A marked shared roadway can be considered and approved under the  following conditions:  (1) Speed Limit of 35 miles or less feet from the edge of curb with the edge of curb Devices (MUTCD)  (2) When on-street parking is present minimum placement of shared lane markings centerline is 11 (3)" When not on: street parking is present the minimum placement of shared markings is 4 feet from (5) Signage and pavement markings shall follow the most recent Manual on Uniform Traffic Control  (4) These markings should not be used on shoulders.  Curbs.  (1) Curbs shall be required on both sides of all proposed streets in subdivisions, and on the side of the development along all existing streets in and abutting both subdivisions and (2)s Standard straight curbs shall be installed along all municipal streets to the dimensions and (3) Curb cuts for vehicular or pedestrian access shall be designed in accordance with municipality standards, or, in the case of state highways, in accordance with PennDOT standards, and  land developments.  construction standards of the municipality.  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  13IPage    a plan note shall indicate that a municipal permit or PennDOT highway occupancy permit (4) Pipes, grates and other materials shall not be placed in the curb gutters to forma a (6) Handicapped ramps shall be installed at each intersection within the development in  will be obtained prior toi installation.  driveway ramp.  (5) Intersection curb radii shall be approved by the municipality. accordance with current municipal, state and federal standards.  Shoulder Treatment for Horse and Buggy  1. Shoulder widening shall be considered when the presence of horse and buggy when the topography vertical or horizontal sight distance at multiple locâtions, has limited passing zones, has long uphill or downhill grades 4 percent or greâter or has a speèd limit greater than 45 mph. 2. Shoulder widening shall be provided when such lanes are specified as part of an adopted 3. Shoulders shall be widened to 101 feet on arterials: and 91 feet on collector and local roads. 4. Guide rails and other fixed features shall be placed 2: feet away from the outside edge of the  municipal plan. shoulder.  Horse Drawn Vehicle Turn-out  1. An alternative to a widened shôulderi is al horse-drawn vehicle turn-out may be considered. A horse-drawn turnout provides sufficient room fora al horse-drawn vehicle to pull out oft through-  traffic, stop, if necessary,allow vèhicles to pass. 2. Below is the turn out configuration:  Constant Cross Slope Through Lane  9to 12 feet  50:1  200 to 500 feet  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  14Page    3. Guide rails and other fixed objects shall be placed 21 feet away from the outside edge oft the 4. Horsel Drawn Vehicle Turn-Out signs (D16-101) providing advance notice shall be installed in 5. Horse Drawn Vehicle Turn-Out sign (D16-102) shall be provided at the beginning of the turnout.  shoulder.  advance of thet turn-out.  HORSE-DRAWN VEHICLE TURN-OUT XX MILE D16-101  HORSE-DRAWN VEHICLE TURN-OUT D16-102  Model Ordinance for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure  Intent:  a. Thei intent of this ordinance is toi facilitate and encourage the use of electric vehicles and advance the establishment of a cost-effective electric vehicle charging infrastructure. It sets forth the needed components and requirements to supportselectric vehicle charginginfrastructure.  Definitions:  a. Accessible electric vehicle charging station An electric vehicle charging station that has an accessible location for a battery charging station within reach ofab barrier-free access aisle and electric vehicle. b. Battery charging station An electriçal component assembly or a cluster of component assemblies that C. Battery exchange station- A facility that will allow electric vehicles with a swapable battery to exchange their depleted, battery for ai fully charged battery through a process that meets or exceeds any standards, d. Charging levels The standardized indicators of electrical force, or voltage, at which an electric vehicle battery is recharged. The terms 1-3 are the standard levels andi include the following: i.Level 1-7 This charging level is considered slow charging, and the voltages ranges from 01 to 120 volts. ii. Level 2- - This charging level is considered medium charging, and the voltage ranges from greater than iii. Level 3- - Also known as Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC), this charging level is considered rapid e. Electric vehicle (EV) A vehicle that is partially or exclusively powered by a battery that has been charged by electricity from the grid, or an off-board source, that is stored on-board for motive purposes. i. Battery electric vehicle (BEV) -A vehicle that operates exclusively on electrical energy from an off-board source stored in the vehicle's battery, and there are zero tailpipe emissions or pollution produced from the vehicle when stationary or operating. Does not include ai fuel tank, only has an electric port with plug-in li. Hybrid electric vehicle (HEV) Includes a fuel tank andi is charged through regenerative braking.  are designed to chargè the batteries in electric vehicles.  codes, and regulations.  1201 to 240 volts.    charging, and the voltage is greater than 240 volts.  "Electric vehicle" includes:  charging types for levels 1-3.  DRAFT FOR REVIEW. AND COMMENT ONLY  15Page    ii. Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) Has both ai fuel tank and an electric port with plug-in charging f.EV capable This term means thei installation of an electric panel capacity with a dedicated branch circuit and a continuous raceway from the panel to thet future EV parking spots in parking lots. For garages (this includes parking garages, garages attached or detached to single-family dwellings, and other residential uses with garages), this term means the installation of the necessary electrical equipment fora g. EVready- This term means the installation of ane electric panel capacity and a raceway with conduit to terminate in a junction box or 240 volt charging outlet for parking lots. For garages (this includes parking garages, garages attached or detached to single-family dwellings, and other residential uses with garages), this term means the installation oft the necessary electrical equipment needed for a 240 volt charging h. EVSE installed This term means the installation ofa al levêl 2 or 3 chargingstation. i. Electric vehicle charging station- A public or private parking space that is served by battery charging station equipment with the main purpose of transferring electrical energy (by conductive or inductive means) to al battery or other energy storage device in an electric vehicle. i.A Accessory use An electric vehicle charging station that is Secondary to the principal use of a property (e.g., an electric charging station on the: samè parcel as a grocery store). i. Permitted use by right- An electric vehicle charging station that' complies with the standards and requirements of a specific zoning district as set forth in the zoning ordinance. ili. Private use An electric vehicle charging station that is privately owned: and with restricted access (e.g., single-family home, executive parking, and designated employee parking), or publicly owned and restricted (e.g., fleet parking) with no access to the general public. 6 iv. Public use An electric vehiçle charging station that is publicly owned and publicly available (e.g., Park & Ride parking, public library parking lotiand, on-street parking), or privately owned and available to j. Electric vehicle infrastructure - Conduit/wiring, structyres, machinery, and equipment necessary and integral to support an electric vehicle, including battery charging stations and rapid charging stations. k. Electric vehicle parking space A parking space that is marked exclusively for parking of electric I.E Electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) Equipment or an electrical component used in charging electric vehicles at a specific location. EVSE does not include equipment on the electric vehicles m. Non-electric vehicle A A vehicle that does not meet the definition of an electric vehicle.  types of levels 1a and 2.  120 volt outlet.  outlet.    visitors oft the use (e.g-shopping center parking):  vehicles. themselves.  Levels of EV Charging Infrastructure: This is for municipalities to review and determine where EV charging a. Levels 1 and2-7 These levels may be permitted by right in every zoning district, when accessory to the districts shall designate these levels as private restricted use only. Permit (conditional or special exception use) approval should be left up to the municipality to determine if necessary for these levels.  infrastructure should be permitted.  primary permitted use. Single-family, multi-family, and other residential  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  16Page    b. Level 3- This level is only permitted by right in high traffic areas and areas with the capacity for quick turnover. Examples for specific areas include close to major highways, dedicated fueling stations, waiting lots, rest stops, car dealerships, and high turnover retailers (e.g., pharmacies, convenience stores, and grocery stores). Permit (conditional or special exception use) approval should be left up to the C. This is not required, but municipalities should consider providing at table depicting what districts are listed as not permitted use, permitted use, and/or require permit approval (conditional or special Battery Exchange Stations: This is for municipalities to review and détermine where battery exchange a. Battery exchange stations should only be permitted ini industrial and commercial districts. Permit (conditional or special exception use) approval should-be left up to the municipality to determine if b. This is not required, but municipalities should consider providing a table depicting what districts are listed as not permitted use, permitted use, and/or require permit approval (conditional or special exception use) for the battery exchange stations is to be completed byt the municipality.  municipality to determine if necessary fori this level.  exception use) for the charging levels is to be completed by the muniçipality. stations should be permitted, as well as how these stations arebuilt.  necessary for battery exchange stations.  Recommendations for EV Readiness:  a. Residential:  i. With Covered Parking (this includes parking garages, garages attached or detached to single-family dwellings, other residential uses with garages, and carports) - To accommodate and proactively plan for EV market demands andi its transition, it is strongly ençouraged that all new and existing residential uses are made EV ready to allow fori future installation of level 2 EV charging stations. For clarification, refer to the EVI ready garage definition. Ift the property owner decides to make homes with garages EV ready, the existing garages will need to be retrofitted and the new garages will need to be outfitted during the initial constryction process. Also, note that iti is more expensive to retrofit a garage than iti is to outfit a garage iWithout Covered Parking To accommodate and proactively plan for EV market demands and its transition, it is strongly encouraged: that all new and existing non-residential parking lots, and expanded and reconstructed non-residential, parking lots are made EV capable (70-100% oft total parking spaces) and EVre ready (20% of total parking spaces) to allowi for future installation of level 2 EV charging stations. For clarification, refer to the parking lot definitions for both EV capable and ready. Ift the property owner decides to make parking lots EV capable and ready, the existing parking lots will need tol be retrofitted and the new parking lots will need to be outfitted during the initial construction process. Also, note that it is more expensive to retrofit a parking lot than it is to outfit a parking lot during the initial construction b.N Non-Residential To accommodate and proactively plan for EV market demands and its transition, itis strongly encouraged that all new and existing non-residential parking lots, and expanded and reconstructed non-residential parking lots are made EV capable (70-100% oft total parking spaces) and EV ready (20% oft total parking spaces) to allow for future installation ofl level 2 EV charging stations. For  during the initial construction process.  process.  DRAFT FORI REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  17/Page    clarification, refer to the parking lot definitions for both EV capable and ready. Ift the property owner decides tor make parking lots EV capable and ready, the existing parking lots will need to be retrofitted and the new parking lots will need tol be outfitted during the initial construction process. Also, note that iti is more expensive to retrofit a parking lot than it is to outfit a parking lot during the initial construction EV capable and ready recommendations. Having all or most oft the parking spaces be made EV capable can prepare as smooth transition fort thet future of EVs when they have al higher demand, become more common, and transportation will bet fully electric. Int this case, EV capable means that a conduit would need to bei installed all throughout the parking structure and subpanels sized to accommodate 40 amp or 60 amp breakers ine each parking space. Also, having at least 20% of the total parking spaces made EV ready can allow for load sharing technology to be used to share the tôtal electric capacity/power throughout the remaining parking spaces. Fori the load sharing technology to be made possible, the electric conduit and: subpanels need to be preinstalled throughout the parking structure to allowi for  process.  future installation of level 2 charging equipment. Design Requirements for EV Charging Infrastructure:  a. Design standards Design is to be appropriate to the location and use. Facilities are to bei identifiable by EV users while blending in with the surrounding landscape and architecture for compatibility with the i.Parking spaces should be standard-sized spacès and designed in a way to discourage use by non-electric vehicles. Refer to signage below for how to design parking spaces that discourage use by non-electric i. Parking spaces for EVs should be placed ini inconvenient spaces to discourage use by non-electric iii. Parking spaçes that are EV capable or ready are. not charging stations (refer to the definitions), and the spaces are open to all vehicles. EVSE Ihstalled parking spaces are the only spaces exclusively for EVs C.A Accessibility: An accessible EV charging station is to be provided at the building entrance and adjacent toab barrier-free acçessible route oftravel, other relevant accessibility and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements are to be complied with as well. The amount of these stations are to be provided  character and use of the site.  b. Parking Requirements Thei following parking requirements include:  vehicles. vehicles.  because they have a charging station installed.  based on the following table:  Number of Battery Charging Stations Minimum Number of Accessible EV  Charging Stations 1 2 3 4 5 6  1-50 51-100 101-150 151-200 201-250 251-300  DRAFT FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  18Page    Sources 0.%205.pdf  https/www.dotstaepausypubicpubsfomsPubicatonsyPBX2013/March)2020245620Changea20N  tps/cdn2asets-serd.hosy/matena-  civet/production/mages/documents/Pennsy/vania Trail Design and Development Principles.pdfdm-1 https/www.dotstaltsatepauspubicpubsformsPubicatnsyPUBX2013/March>20,0249620Change'a20N ttps//www.cityotlancasterpagov/wp-content/uploads2020.05/ancaster-County-Complete-Streets:  633032428 0.9205.pdf Guidebook.pdf  ttps//www.dotstate.paus/pubiç/Bureausdesgn/PUBI3M/Chapters/Chapl6.pdr Preliminary Bus Stop Standards, Design and Guidelines, Sean Howard, Bob Beck and Rick Evans  City of Lancaster, Pa Code Ferguson Municipality, PA Code Patton Municipality, PA Code State College Municipality Code  City of Lancaster Specifications and Guidelines Manual  TCRP Report 19: Guidelines for the Location and Design of Bus Stops (trb.org) ttps/highways.dtgov/satety/proven-satelycountermeasures  ttps/www.dot.stte.pausypubig/Bureaus/desgp/PUBI3M/Chapters/Chap06.pdr  DRAFTI FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ONLY  19/Page    Attachment #4  CENTRE  COUNTY  PENNSYLVANIA PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OFFICE Willowbank Office Building 420 Holmes Street Bellefonte, Pennsylvania 16823-1488 Telephone (814)355-6791 FAX(814)355-8661 www.centecounypagow  BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MARKI HIGGINS, Chair AMBER CONCEPCION STEVEN G. DERSHEM  DIRECTOR RAYMONDJ J. STOLINAS,JR., AICP ASSISTANT DIRECTOR ELIZABETHA. LOSE  CENTRE COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING  August 20, 2024 oft their status.  The following County Planning Director Update consists of summaries of all initiatives or updates completed within. the previous month for the purpose of informing County Planning Commission members  COUNTY PLANNING DIRECTOR UPDATE  1. FFY2024 DCED-CFA MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION FUND APPLICATION PLAN CONSISTENCY The Assistant and County Planning Director received the following requests for Letters of Plan Consistency related to Multimodal Grant Applications sponsored by the PA Department of Community & Economic Development and Commonwealth Financing Authority for the following municipal transportation projects: A. Penn Township IN Multiple Road Improvements (7/17/2024): The Penn Township Board of Supervisors identified several roads slated for improvement with the possible assistance from the Multimodal Transportation Fund, namely, T-512 (Long Lane, 1.26 miles); T-513 (Siglerville Millheim Pike, .82 miles);T- 456 (Summer Mountain Road, 1.86 miles); and T-501 (Orndorf Road, .92 miles). Altogether, Penn Township Supervisors desire to improve 4.86 miles of road and indicated that they will be requesting B. Taylor Township I South Mountain Road (T-301) Paving Project (7/22/2024): The Taylor Township Supervisors identified improvements for this stretch ofr road due top poor surface conditions with large areas of cracking, potholes, and broken edges. The narrow width of South Mountain Road (T-301) makes it difficult for cars, along with emergency vehicles, to pass each other without driving into the road's narrow gravel shoulders. The proposed improvements will create a wider, easier to drive roadway, enhancing the safety fora all motorists ande emergency vehicles. The Taylor Township Supervisors are currently applying for Miles Township S Shaffertown Road (T-607)Safety! mprovements029202A: Miles Township Supervisors intendi to submit al Multimodal Transportation Funda application requesting $813,100 for Shaffertown Road (T-607) due to the fact that iti is a multi-use road with the Amish school, commercial enterprises, farming enterprises, residential housing andr now a new commercial storage facility. The roadi is deteriorating andi is not wide enough for the school children, walkers, cyclists tos safely exit the road when cars pass.  LETTERS  $2,076,755.501 ini funds.  $1,219,675.00 to accomplish these improvements.    2. MILLHEIM BOROUGH ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT I CHAPTER 27 ZONING, $307 VILLAGE On July 11, 2024, Attorney John R. Miller, III, Millheim Borough Solicitor, provided this office with a request to review the proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment that proposes to allow laundromats" within the Village (Mixed Use) zoning district. Currently, the Millheim Borough Zoning Ordinance only allows 'laundromats and dry cleaners" as a permitted use within the Central Business District zoning district. "Laundromats" are not defined within $201 Definitions as well. Previously, Mr. Chad Shirey applied for a variance on April 16, 2024, to allowf fort the use ofa' "laundromat" within the Village (Mixed Use) zoning district ata a vacant lot located at 224 East Main Street, T.P. #33-006,005,00- of .25 acres. As ar result, the Zoning Hearing Board did not approve a variance as the property did not give rise to an unnecessary hardship. Staff indicated that the nominal allowance for this use may! be viewed as exclusionary and a prescription for allowing the use with definitions andp provisions could provide standards wihtin the Village (Mixed Use)z zoning district. Itr may also ber recognized asa' "Personal Service Business" with Zoning Administrator interpretation and approval. 3. BENNER TOWNSHIP ZONING MAP AMENDMENT I T.P. 12-004,017,0000. (TOMCO) PORTION On. July 10th, Benner Township Secretary/Treasurer, Sharon Royer formally submitted information related toa a rezoning request for the approximately 45-acres, as a portion out ofat total acreage of 147.62, currently owned by Paul and Cleo Tomco, approximately 1,500' east of the Fillmore Rd./Buffalo Run Rd. intersection. The proposed zoning change for the said property is from. Agricultural (A) to Multi-family Residential (R-2). The applicant, Foxlane Homes, stated within their request letter that "the Multi-family Residential (R-2), whilet the maximum density allows fort four units per acre, thes subject tract willy yield anywhere closet tot that density". Both the 2004 and 2019 adopted Nittany Valley Region Comprehensive Plans identify the parcel as "Agricultural" on the Future Land Usel Map. Prime Farmland: and Farmland of Statewide Importance soils exist ont ther majority of property. Staff commented to this affect andi indicated that the existing Agricultural (A) zone allows single- family residences at a lower density, similar to neighboring Fox Ridge. This portion of parcel is also situated 4. FERGUSON TOWNSHIP AGRICULTURAL SECURITY AREA I SEVEN-YEAR REVIEW (8.12.2024) Under Act 43, the. Agricultural. Area Security Law, the governing body that has created an ASA shall review it every seven years after the date of its creation. Ferguson Township is now performing a belated seven-year review since their last one was dated August of 2013. Prior to this review, our current records reflect that the Ferguson Township Agricultural. Security Areac contains approximately 16,328 acres and 118, parcels ofl land. The most ASA acreage of any participating municipality within Centre County. Under this review, the Township canvass eligible properties along with existing participants. All told, Ferguson Township proposes adding 20 parceis for atotal acreage of 702.35. Additionally, two property owner requests for removal will be considered fora a total of 166.39 acres. Act 43 stipulates that the local and County Planning Commission have 45-day to review modifications. We provide review in relation to soils conducive to agriculture, ASAS compatible with Comprehensive Plans and zoning designation, additions will be located on viable agricultural lands and consideration for farmi improvements and technological conditions. Staff also commented on technical parcel adjustments tot the overalll list. One oft ther main! benefits to establishing an ASAi is establishingap program tof form 5. HALFMOON TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE & SALDO AMENDMENT I RURAL PRESERVATION Halfmoon Townshipi is now considering revisions to Chapter 255, Article III Agricultural District (A-1) bya adding the Rural Preservation Design Standards within the existing Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance and removing these standards from Chapter 215, Article IV Design and improvement Standards. The amendment  (MIXED USE) DISTRICT (8.5.2024)  (8.7.2024)  within the Benner Township PFAS Investigation Area.  Agricultural Conservation Easements. DESIGN STANDARDS (8.14.2024)  2    to Chapter 255, Article III Agricultural District (A-1) includes consideration for similar open land and environmental amenity provisions, development of "Yield Plans" that outline maximum dwelling units, permitted uses, lot size, width and coverage, and presenation/onseration design standards. The design standards would be applicable to residential developments proposed on any parcel of 10 acres or more after thes subdivision of four (4) lotsf from the parent tract. Staff made comments related to suggested terminology detinitions, use of 10 acres as the measurable lot size threshold under lot and impervious coverage, determination of "Yield Plan" submission requirements andl level of plan design, consideration ofe environmental  attributes on openl land, and relation to Agricultural Conservation Easements.  3