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The Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission (SPC) is committed to keeping our region connected and moving forward. SPC works with local, state and federal partners to plan for the continued growth of SWPA. SPC helps counties, cities, municipalities and townships access more than $35 billion state and federal transportation and economic development funds allocated to the region through 2045. Together, we are enhancing our region’s competitiveness in the national and global markets.
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What’s Happening at SPC
Statement from SPC Executive Director Vincent Valdes on the Passing of Joe Grata
Jul 06, 2022“It is a sad day for Southwestern Pennsylvania with the passing of Joe Grata. Joe was a lifelong public servant and advocate for our region’s transportation system first as a longtime transportation reporter who shared his deep understanding of the
Southwestern Pa. set to receive billions in transportation infrastructure improvements
Jun 28, 2022Southwestern Pennsylvania’s transportation infrastructure is slated to receive a slew of expansions, updates and remodels after officials approved a regional transportation improvement plan at a meeting Monday. The Southwestern Pennsylvania Commission approved about $6 billion in funding over a four-year
Southwestern Pa. transit plan allocates $1.5 billion for bridge, other infrastructure improvements
Jun 21, 2022Roads and bridges in Southwestern Pennsylvania will see a $300 million boost in funding because of the infrastructure law enacted in 2021. The extra money is included in a regional plan for $1.5 billion in transportation projects that is set