SAP&DC In The News: Trail connectivity discussion is progressing
[Originally published in the Bedford Gazette, August 27, 2026)Planning for potential rail trail expansion in Saxton Borough and neighboring Liberty Township is advancing, project officials noted during a recent committee meeting held in the OIP Restaurant in Saxton....
SAP&DC In The News: Community celebrates Logan Valley Trail progress
Originally Published in the Altoona Mirror, August 20, 2026 Before it became the newest section of the Logan Valley Trail, the space connecting Becker Road and Lower Riggles Gap Road was a hazardous waste site. Funded by a $1.3 million Abandoned Mine Lands grant,...
2027-2047 Long Range Transportation Plan Survey
The Southern Alleghenies Rural Planning Organization (RPO) recognizes how important our relationship is with transportation stakeholders within our four-county region. Your input informs and drives the RPO’s decisions for transportation investments in the short,...
Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission Names Sherry Socie Director of Business Development
Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission Names Sherry Socie Director of Business Development Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission (SAP&DC) has announced the hiring of Sherry Socie of Blair County as its new Director of Business...
Kate’s Real Food Expands into South Korea, Launching International Growth Through Partnership with Coupang
Bedford, PA — Kate’s Real Food of Bedford is taking its next big adventure overseas. The maker of organic energy, protein, and mini bars will now export its products to South Korea and additional international markets, opening new doors for business growth beyond its...
SAP&DC In The News: Emergency medical help from a drone? A southcentral PA project could be a leader
ATA Aviation, Aerium, the Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission and other agencies launched Drone814 in 2025 in Johnstown in Cambria County. The public-private initiative aims to use drones to deliver emergency medical equipment.Emergency medical...
SAP&DC in the News: September 11 National Memorial Trail project receives grants from Appalachian Regional Commission
September 11 National Memorial Trail project receives grants from Appalachian Regional Commission (Originally Published in the Altoona, PA Mirror, July 1st, 2025) The September 11 National Memorial Trail project and an industrial expansion in Huntingdon County...
SAP&DC in the News: Trail development discussed
Trail development discussed Originally published in the Huntingdon Daily News, July 1st, 2025 The Southern Alleghenies Planning and Development Commission (SAP&DC) and GAI Consultants held a public meeting at the Tussey Mountain middle-high school auditorium last...
SAP&DC in the News: Lenape Drive project funding approved
SAP&DC in the News: Lenape Drive project funding approved Article appeared in the Huntingdon Daily News, June 28th, 2025 A project to improve access to the Riverview Business Center at Lenape Drive in Shirley Township has received a major grant from the...
Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission Secures Over $3.7 Million in ARC Funding to Drive Regional Economic Growth
Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission Secures Over $3.7 Million in ARC Funding to Drive Regional Economic Growth Altoona, PA — The Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission (SAP&DC) is proud to announce the award of two major...
