Community Development

Modern sewer and water systems, parks and playgrounds, libraries, streets and sidewalks are building blocks that shape the places we live. These are the type of projects communities are carrying out with the help of Pennsylvania’s LDDs. Working closely with local officials, Development Districts prepare and submit applications for projects, secure funds to implement them and oversee projects as they’re constructed. Whether it’s transportation, economic development or land use, LDDs carry out development and planning processes with significant opportunity for public input and involvement. LDDs serve as regional forums where residents come together to address critical issues, exchange views and chart a course for their communities’ future.

Broadband Deployment

High speed telecommunications service, via broadband, is vital if rural regions of Pennsylvania are to enjoy the benefits of economic development, education, medical care, and social communication. LDDs are working with the residents of their regions, providing them with information and materials about broadband and helping them work through the process to secure high speed service.

The LDDs are engaged in systematically evaluating and responding to the technology needs of each region. Short-term programs seek to educate consumers, businesses, and community leaders about technology; aggregate demand for data, video, and voice services in underserved communities, and; promote local, state, and federal programs for expansion of existing service. Long-term programs are oriented toward developing affordable and comprehensive access to technologies that will drive sustainable economic development, business attraction and retention, and innovative community development.