Several of our staff, and their family and friends, were able to partake in the UPMC Altoona Foundation Winter Splendor. The event was held on Fri. Jan. 17th at the Blair County Convention Center, Altoona, PA. Festivities included Healthcare Honor Awards, Gift Basket Raffles, 50/50, a delicious dinner and a unique “Silent Disco”.

As part of the December 5th Groundbreaking, our firm is involved in an exciting Holiday Raise the Barn Campaign! Please see details and reach out to Betsy Lehman, Special Projects Director. There are many opportunities to get involved.

P. Joseph Lehman, Inc., Consulting Engineers is pleased to announce that Robert D. “Bob” Bryant, P.E., will be transitioning into a new role as the firm’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) Adviser. Bob, of Hollidaysburg, is also a Partner in Lehman Engineers and has been a Project Engineer in the firm’s Highway Department for an incredible 50 years. In his new responsibilities, he will be central to overseeing the firm’s strategies and objectives to ensure high quality project outcomes and processes are met.

P. Joseph Lehman, Inc., Consulting Engineers is pleased to announce the promotion of Charles R. “Chuck” Meyers, P.E. to serve as its new Transportation Services Director. Chuck, of Altoona, is a Partner in Lehman Engineers. He will be responsible for leading and managing the transportation services department, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of transportation projects and services. The role involves strategic planning, project oversight, business development, technical expertise, and collaboration with various stakeholders.
Chuck joined the firm in 1997 after graduating from West Virginia University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and earned his Professional Engineering license in Pennsylvania in 2002.

Betsy Lehman, Special Projects Director, and Joe Lehman, President, helped spread some Christmas cheer on 12/11/24. They both attended the Kiwanis annual Christmas party and had a visit from Santa. Betsy has been an active member, as well as past president, for many years in Kiwanis. She has been actively spreading community awareness and involved with organizational projects such as the annual pancake breakfast. This event, however, Joe said, “It’s all about the kids! Tis the season!”

We are proud to work with partners and leaders in our community on the New Barn project for Dreams Go On! The groundbreaking, held on December 5th, was well attended—and a bit chilly!

P. JOSEPH LEHMAN, Inc. Consulting Engineers is providing overall project management including grantsmanship services, site design, and site inspection for the project. Bowman Excavation, Paving & Concrete Construction is performing all site work. The general contractor for the barn construction is Lawruk Builders.

Lauren Lehman, daughter of President Joe Lehman and Betsy Lehman, Special Projects Director, continues her Annual Food Drive. She has been raising awareness as well as thousands of dollars for The Dorothy Day Outreach Center in Loretto, PA. We have also partnered with Lauren to assist with her annual drive and coordinated efforts for the FIGHT TO CAN HUNGER campaign, which benefits the American Rescue Mission.
Lauren’s states, “THANKS TO YOUR HELP: Last year I raised $2,251 and two SUVs full of food for the Dorthy Day Center and $250 for the American Rescue Mission.

Monday Mutt Day has been a staple at our office for over a year. Staff have been encouraged to bring their furry friends in to visit or stay for the day while they work. We also have Feline Fridays encouraging the feline furry friends to visit as well.
Pictured is Chantal Sisko, Environmental Scientist & GIS Technician and her sweet girl, Mocha. We enjoy all the friendly smiles and warmth they bring to our office!

The staff would like to thank both Betsy Lehman, Special Projects Director and Joe Lehman, President, for hosting a delicious Thanksgiving luncheon on November 19th. Everyone enjoyed the food, desserts, beverages, and fellowship. Full Thanksgiving trimmings of mashed potatoes, turkey, filling, gravy and more was delivered from the Dream Restaurant, Hollidaysburg, PA. Staff provided yummy desserts of pies, salads, and extras that added to the meal. The entire firm was festive as well with Thanksgiving decorations throughout.

Thank you to those pictured from left to right: Jim Frank, Client Services Director; Garrett Leopold, Utility Director/Designer III; Chuck Meyers, P.E., Highway Design Services; and Craig Stodart, P.E., Bridge Design Director, for participating in the APC PennDOT/PA Turnpike Fall Seminar, held in Hershey, PA from 11/20/24-11/22/24. The seminar included breakout sessions and panel discussions throughout the day and evening for attendees and visitors. Our firm had a prize giveaway, which included two chances to win a $50.00 Home Depot gift card.