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Planning Department

David Bardell, Director

Email:   dbardell@co.juniata.pa.us
Phone:   717-436-7729
Fax:   717-436-7756

Mark Colussy, Associate Planner

Email:   mcolussy@co.juniata.pa.us
Phone:   717-436-7729
Fax:   717-436-7756

Office location:   Juniata County Courthouse, Bridge and Main Streets
Postal address:   P.O. Box 68, Mifflintown, PA 17059

Planning Department Responsibilities

The Planning Department is responsible for:

  • carrying out the duties set forth in the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code (PA Act 247 of 1968, as amended by PA act 170 of 1988)
  • providing staff assistance to the Juniata County Planning Commission
  • maintaining the Juniata County Comprehensive Plan
  • coordinating with other agencies in the areas of transportation, housing, economic development, solid waste and tourism
  • providing design guidance and reviewing subdivision and land development plans
  • helping guide public policy and land use decisions related to growth and development
  • providing assistance to the Counties' Municipalities on a variety of issues and subjects