CLOSED – REMINDER – JOB OPENING: Part-time Administrative Assistant

Date Posted: Thursday, January 11th, 2024

Job Opening Part-time Administrative Assistant CONTACT PERSON: Antonina Tantillo, MPA, Town Manager Telephone: 302-378-8082 Email: atantillo@townsend.delaware.gov The Town of Townsend, DE is seeking applications for the position of Part-time  Administrative Assistant.   JOB DESCRIPTION: The Part-time Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative functions for the Town. The position requires the ability to communicate information from the Town Charter, Codes, general law and policies to businesses, citizens, and employees, and ensure that municipal services are provided in an effective and efficient manner. This position takes direction primarily from and reports initially to the Town Clerk and the Town Manager. This position is one of the initial contacts for the public to the Town. This position requires the ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, to assist the public at the front desk, and to ascend and descend stairs to access Town records, stock supplies, and file records.  JOB DUTIES: […]



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2024 Municipal Waste Service Guidelines

Date Posted: Tuesday, January 9th, 2024

Residents are reminded of the following guidelines for trash, recycling, and yard waste collection.  Please take special notice that only trash should be bagged; recycling and yard waste should not be bagged.  Trash: Please place containers at the curb the night before or no later than 7 a.m. on your scheduled pickup day. Trash must be placed at the curb no earlier than 24 hours prior to scheduled trash pick-up. All trash containers must be removed from the sidewalk area no later than 24 hours after trash pick-up. Trash containers and/or bags should be placed at the edge of the property so as not to block the sidewalk. Pick up times are subject to change. If trash is not picked up as a result of not having it out by the arrival time of the driver; there may be a $25 fee to pick up before your next scheduled pick […]



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WEATHER ADVISORY: Potential Major Storm January 9-10, 2024

Date Posted: Monday, January 8th, 2024

A potential major storm is expected to affect our region tomorrow, 1/9/24 afternoon through Wednesday 1/10/24.  Please stay up to date on the developing storm and note the following: with an extended period of moderate to heavy rain and possibly even some thunderstorms Tuesday night. At the immediate coast, peak wind gusts to 65 mph are possible with even 60 mph gusts possible for a time a little farther inland. We are expecting upper moderate to lower major coastal flooding. Updated Briefings can be found at https://www.weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf Key Points: Flooding: Flood Watch in effect from 1pm Tuesday till 6pm Wednesday Flood threat #1: 2-3” of rain will fall across already saturated grounds causing small streams and creeks to flood quickly Tuesday Evening and Night. Flood threat #2: Strong Southerly wind will push a wall of water up the bay/river and cause significant coastal flooding.  Current estimates for Reedy Point is […]



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REMINDER: Casella to Collect Christmas Trees for Disposal Monday, January 8th, 2024

Date Posted: Sunday, January 7th, 2024

Santa and his elves will be back tomorrow, Monday, January 8th, 2024 to collect the holiday trees! Tree collection is not an easy job but you can help: Please remove all lights and decorations. Cut down any trees over 6 feet tall. Tree bags are not allowed in the sleigh. Place the trees at the curb tonight. Please click this flyer to review additional details: 2024 Tree Disposal – Townsend      



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REMINDER: Townsend Community Pantry – January

Date Posted: Friday, January 5th, 2024

The Town of Townsend thanks everyone who provided donations to support our Community Pantry.  Since we installed the Blessings Box Food Pantry in May of 2023, we have been able to help serve our Community and assist those in need.  In order to keep the pantry sustainable with your donations, please consider donating the following items listed below:   Non-Perishables Canned Goods Toiletries Gift Cards Letters of Encouragement  Pet Needs Location: 141 Main Street, Townsend, DE 19734 **Donations may be dropped off Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. If after hours, donations may be placed directly in the box.  Once again, we thank you for your continued support!  Please see flyer below for more information and donation suggestions:  Ongoing Food Drive for Food Pantry Box @ TownHall  



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SAVE THE DATE: Town of Townsend Parade and Fair 2024

Date Posted: Friday, January 5th, 2024

06/01/2024 Location: Townsend Municipal Park Address: 0 Edgar Road, Townsend, Delaware 19734 Time: TBD Don’t forget to save the date!! 2024 Parade & Fair Save the Date Register to be a food vendor here:  https://forms.office.com/r/aQYpL5jGTV Register to be a nonprofit vendor here: https://forms.office.com/r/u01eRGQfU6  Register to be a commercial vendor here: https://forms.office.com/r/jg52wEv7na Register to be in the parade here: https://forms.office.com/r/MVubvuHUew  Contact: Townsend Town Hall- 302-378-8082 or townsend.delaware.gov for additional information. *Updates will be posted. To stay up to date with the latest information, please click the following link that will direct you to our event page: Townsend Parade and Fair 2024 Prizes, Food, Vendors, & Contests  2024 Parade & Fair Save the Date



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WEATHER ADVISORY: Potential Winter Storm this Weekend

Date Posted: Thursday, January 4th, 2024

A potential winter storm is moving our way this weekend.  Please stay up to date on the developing storm and note the following:  Key Points: Precipitation moves in around Midday Saturday and may start as a brief period of snow and/or sleet, especially north of the canal, we don’t expect any accumulation except possibly on the grass and colder areas in the far northwestern part of the county. Heaviest of the rain moves in late Saturday afternoon and into the evening before tapering overnight. We are expecting 0.5″-1″ of rain,  The latest 3 and 6-hour flash flood guidance is solidly within the 2-3″ range, so the threat for flooding remains marginal at best. That said, cannot rule out some minor flooding of low-lying or poor drainage areas. Winds: Easterly winds will increase into Saturday afternoon and evening to around 15-20 mph Wind gusts up to 30 mph are possible inland […]



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SAVE THE DATE: Town of Townsend Parade and Fair 2024

Date Posted: Thursday, January 4th, 2024

06/01/2024 Location: Townsend Municipal Park Address: 0 Edgar Road, Townsend, Delaware 19734 Time: TBD Save the Date!! Register to be a food vendor here:  https://forms.office.com/r/aQYpL5jGTV Register to be a nonprofit vendor here: https://forms.office.com/r/u01eRGQfU6  Register to be a commercial vendor here: https://forms.office.com/r/jg52wEv7na Register to be in the parade here: https://forms.office.com/r/MVubvuHUew  Contact: Townsend Town Hall- 302-378-8082 or townsend.delaware.gov for additional information. *Updates will be posted. To stay up to date with the latest information, please click the following link that will direct you to our event page: Townsend Parade and Fair 2024 Prizes, Food, Vendors, & Contests  2024 Parade & Fair Save the Date



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NOTICE OF SOLICITATION: Board of Elections Member

Date Posted: Wednesday, January 3rd, 2024

SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBERS There is ONE Board of Election Seat open for appointment by Town Council.  The position serves for an Indefinite Term until a successor is duly appointed.  Please note that the 2024 Town of Townsend Election is scheduled for the first Saturday in May, May 4th, 2024.    If you are interested in serving as a Member of the Board of Elections, please reach out by emailing Town Clerk, Mariaelena Rivera, at  mrivera@townsend.delaware.gov The qualifications for Board of Election Members can be found below. Qualifications for Board of Elections Members Townsend Municipal Code: 2.20.080 Board of Elections The Town of Townsend Board of Elections (to be referred to as “board of elections”) is hereby established, having three members to be appointed by town council. Each board member shall be a resident of the town and shall serve an indefinite term until his successor is duly appointed. […]



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2024 Happy New Year’s from the Town of Townsend

Date Posted: Monday, January 1st, 2024

Happy New Year from the Town of Townsend! Best wishes for a happy and healthy 2024! 



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