The Comprehensive Plan has incorporated many innovative techniques during the plan development process. Community indicators have been used to measure the community health and well being. Public involvement sessions have identified and prioritized community planning concerns and issues, as well as an updated vision for the future. The plan also incorporates a new Long Range Transportation Plan for Mercer County, as well as a Target Location Assessment for identifying potential economic development sites in Mercer County.

The Comprehensive Plan includes action strategies that touch on every aspect of community life in Mercer County. These strategies create an agenda for creating change and managing future growth in the County. The Plan also provides strategies for protecting our natural resources and preserving the rural character of the County.

We hope you will find the Comprehensive Plan visionary and inspiring. As we look to the future, we believe it is filled with opportunities for the residents of Mercer County. We look forward to working with you to implement this plan and continue the theme of making Mercer County a better place to live, work and play.

If you would like to view a hard copy of the Mercer County Comprehensive Plan, a copy is available at the MCRPC office, in each of the 48 municipal offices and the County Courthouse.  You may also request a CD-ROM copy of the Plan by contacting our office at (724) 981-2412 or  [email protected]