Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
3 issues in roads with medium priority
Regional transportation plan input
The Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission is updating its long-range transportation plan and wants more Lawrence County input — a public meeting is set for November 16 and an online survey runs through October 31.
Frew Mill Road bridge replacement
PennDOT will replace the one-lane bridge over Branch Big Run in Shenango Township in summer 2027 with a two-lane box culvert. That section of Frew Mill Road will close with a detour during construction.
Rich Avenue Street Improvement
Three bids were opened for the CDBG-funded Rich Avenue street improvement, with the low bid at $43,796 from Protech Asphalt — but the board tabled the bids a week so the planning office can verify the lowest qualified bidder.