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, AICP Candidate
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!
Recent Posts and Updates
- Zoning Officer/Planning Director – Washington Township, Lehigh CountyClick here for more information. POSITION SUMMARY:Washington Township, Lehigh County is seeking a Zoning Officer/Planning Director. This is a full-time, salaried position. Applicant should have at least an associate’s degree in municipal planning, engineering or a related field. Applicant should… Read more: Zoning Officer/Planning Director – Washington Township, Lehigh County
- AICP Scholarship Now Open!The Lehigh Valley/Berks Section is offering one need-based scholarship to a lucky section member to cover the cost of the Spring 2025 AICP Exam! To apply, please fill out the following form: https://forms.gle/zSbWdaJHnJsUmEm49
- January Meeting Follow-UpThank you to everyone who attended our Section Meeting today, especially those new to our section; it was great to see you! For everyone who was unable to attend, we hope you can join us next time. Our next meeting… Read more: January Meeting Follow-Up
Upcoming Events
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