Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association
Lehigh Valley/Berks Section
Welcome to the
Lehigh Valley/Berks Section
The Lehigh Valley/Berks Section of APA Pennsylvania Chapter provides leadership in the development of great communities for all by promoting education and empowerment, advocating excellence in community planning, and providing the tools and support necessary to meet the challenges of growth and change. Our members include professional planners working for local governments, state agencies, consulting firms, planning commissioners, and anyone else with an interest in planning.
About the Section
As the Lehigh Valley/Berks Section of the Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Planning Association, we represent a diverse and far-ranging group of communities. From the bucolic farmlands of Berks County to the urban core of Allentown, we are a group of planners and like-minded individuals who support healthy communities and vibrant places. Among other things, we share in common a desire to make great communities happen in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The counties that make up our section are Berks, Lehigh, and Northampton.
Section Leadership
Chair: Craig Beavers, CFM, CZO
Vice Chair: Samantha McLean, AICP
Secretary: Vacant
Treasurer: Richard Roseberry, PE, PP, CME, AICP
Council Member: Steven Schrayer, AICP
Council Member (Professional Planner): Molly Wood, AICP
Council Member (Professional Planner): Charlie Schmehl
Council Member (Planning Official): Vacant
Council Member (Planning Official): Vacant
Immediate Past President: Hannah Clark, AICP
Interesting in volunteering on a committee or on the council? Please fill out this form and we will be in touch. We are always looking for volunteers!
Upcoming Events
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Recent Posts and Updates
- Zoning Officer – Borough of NorthamptonZONING OFFICER & ZONING- PLANNING-BUILDING CODE SECRETARY DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASSThis is an administrative position that requires a basic knowledge of Borough zoning and planning operations. The work is performed under the general supervision and direction of the Borough… Read more: Zoning Officer – Borough of Northampton
- September Meeting Follow-UpThank you to everyone who was able to attend our Section Meeting, it was great to see you! For everyone who was unable to attend, we hope you can join us next time to discuss upcoming events and other planning… Read more: September Meeting Follow-Up
- Mid Atlantic Trails Coordinator – Appalachian Mountain ClubJob Details Job Location: Mid-Atlantic Conservation Office – Bethlehem, PA Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $43,888.00 – $58,968.00 Description Founded in 1876, the Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) is the oldest conservation and recreation organization in the United States. Our… Read more: Mid Atlantic Trails Coordinator – Appalachian Mountain Club