Incorporated in 1976, The Palmer Business, Industrial and Professional Association was formed to promote business and to serve the community of Palmer Township. The BIP has constantly strived to uphold this purpose by working closely and cooperatively with local government and the other local business organizations.

The BIP is unique as a local business organization because it allows its members to become better acquainted and have direct communication with elected and/or appointed officials. This occurs at bimonthly meetings at local restaurants and at Association sponsored mixers held at our members' facilities. The meetings facilitate a better understanding of business, government and community issues in Palmer Township.

The alliance formed between the business community and the Township is most evident in the projects that the BIP has initiated and helped bring to fruition. For example, the Association was instrumental in the construction of the Palmer branch of the Easton Area Public Library and has collected and donated thousands of dollars in books and equipment to the branch. BIP was also in the forefront of advocating the construction of the Palmer branch of the United States Post Office in Palmer Township at its Greenwood Avenue location. The two most recent projects are the Welcome to Palmer Township signs that are located at all entrances to the township and the Route 22 ramp beautification project. The BIP also printed and distributed a very informative 2005Community Information Guide.

From libraries to bikeways, to promoting community involvement to recognizing individual and businesses that promote and beautify the Township, The Business, Industrial and Professional Association is here to build a better Palmer Township for all of us.