In September, 2019, the FHWA issued its Bicycle and Pedestrian Planning, Program and Project Development. Reviewing this Guidance and using it when working with Penn DOT and Lebanon County Metropolitan Planning Organization staff should be very helpful in winning positive results for bicyclists. https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle_pedestrian/guidance/guidance_2019.cfm
The FHWA states: “Improving safety and infrastructure for bicycling and walking creates an integrated, intermodal transportation system that provides travelers with a real choice of transportation modes. Bicyclists and pedestrians have the same origins and destinations as other transportation system users. It is important for all users to have safe and convenient access to airports, ports, ferry services, transit stations and stops, and other intermodal facilities as well as access to jobs, education, health care, and other essential services. Transportation professionals should plan, design, construct, and maintain transportation facilities for all users, including bicyclists and pedestrians.
Almost every transportation improvement is an opportunity to enhance the safety and convenience of walking and bicycling.”