April 15, 2025 – As part of Earth Month 2025, the City of Allentown is seeking community input to help build a healthier, more resilient, equitable, and sustainable future. A citywide Sustainability Survey is now open to residents, workers, and students in Allentown to gather input that will inform the development of the city’s first- ever Climate Action Plan.

This brief, anonymous survey—estimated to take less than 10 minutes—will assess the community’s knowledge of and interest in sustainable practices. The results will play a key role in guiding future environmental initiatives and setting long-term climate goals that reflect the needs and priorities of Allentown.

“Allentown has to be ready for a changing climate world, so we’re developing a climate action plan that will help us understand the vulnerability of our neighborhoods and what we can do to keep residents safe,” said Mayor Matt Tuerk. “Residents’ voices will help us work together to reduce our environmental impact, adapt to extreme weather, and fight for the resources that our communities need to stay strong and healthy.”

“Sustainability is about meeting the needs of the current generation and preserving the ability of future generations to meet their own needs,” said Kyle Ropski, Chair of the Allentown Environmental Advisory Council. “In the face of catastrophic climate collapse, it is critical that the City of Allentown develops a citywide Climate Action Plan that supports our community’s resilience with the future in mind. It’s even more important that this plan is built on the input and engagement of those most directly impacted.”

The City encourages all stakeholders to share their thoughts and help guide the city toward a more sustainable and climate-conscious future. The survey is available at: https://bit.ly/AllentownClimatePlan

This initiative is one of several ways the City of Allentown is honoring Earth Month and empowering residents to engage in environmental action this year. Additional efforts include the Love Your Block and Youth Climate Action Fund programs, community cleanups through Keep Allentown Beautiful, and the City’s upcoming Earth Day in the Park celebration on Saturday, April 26.

For more information about the City of Allentown’s sustainability efforts, visit: www.allentownpa.gov/climateactionplan

Information provided to TVL by:
Genesis Ortega
http://www.AllentownPA.gov

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