CLOSED: Job Opening- Full- Time Public Works Supervisor
The Town of Townsend is accepting applications for a full-time Public Works Supervisor to plan, organize, and direct public works and maintenance activities. Individual must be able to operate equipment, do physical labor, and communicate to the public in a professional manner. A drug test, background check, and a valid driver’s license are required. Individual should have a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. If interested, forward resume, cover letter, and Townsend General Employment Application to Town Hall; Attention Anthony S. Mangeri, Town Manager or email to amangeri@townsend.delaware.gov
Summer Bookmobile- Wednesday, July 21 4:00-4:30 pm- Townsend Village Park
| ASD’S BOOKMOBILE WILL BE ON THE ROAD WEDNESDAY – JOIN US FOR FREE BOOKS & REFRESHMENTS!
A summer ritual – the Appoquinimink Bookmobile – will be making stops at 4 locations tomorrow. We’ll be giving away FREE books and treats. School librarians are there to make suggestions and help you find new titles to expand your collection at home. There are loads of options to choose from. Bring your parents and siblings – we’ve got books for all ages! Open this story for a list of locations and times.
*Masks are required and we will follow social distancing guidelines to keep everyone safe. |
| Mission: The mission of the Appoquinimink School District is to provide a world-class education where each of our students gains the knowledge, understanding, skills and attitudes needed to contribute and flourish in a global society. |
Application Period Now Open for LIHEAP Grants to Help Customers Pay Energy Bills
Millions of Dollars Available As New Round of Energy Assistance Opens for Delmarva Power Customers
Application period now open for LIHEAP grants to help customers pay energy bills
NEWARK, Del. (July 15, 2021) – Delmarva Power customers facing challenges paying their energy bills can take advantage of the millions of dollars now available as the annual Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) opened July 1. Eligible customers in Delaware and Maryland may receive more than $1,000 in grant support through LIHEAP toward their energy bill by applying for assistance in their state. Any customer who may be behind on their energy bill should review the program eligibility requirements, as customers who previously did not qualify for support, may now take advantage of these funds.
“We are committed to helping all our customers meet their energy needs and manage their bills,” said Gary Stockbridge, Delmarva Power region president. “As our country continues reopening, we know some of our customers are still facing challenges. We want our customers to know that there are assistance options available and we are ready to help all customers review their payment options and support them in managing their energy needs.”
LIHEAP grant eligibility differs by state and is based on a customer’s annual household income and size. To be eligible for LIHEAP, a customer’s annual household income cannot exceed 175 percent of the federal poverty income guidelines in Maryland or 200 percent of the federal poverty income guidelines in Delaware. Homeowners, renters, roomers and subsidized housing tenants may be eligible. Customers do not have to be behind on their bills to receive a grant.
To meet eligibility requirements in Maryland, household income must be under the following thresholds:
For households with no members 67 years of age or older at the time of application.
• $22,536 – One-person household
• $30,480 – Two-person household
• $38,436 – Three-person household
• $46,380 – Four-person household
For households with one or more members 67 years of age or older at the time of application.
• $25,764 – One-person household
• $34,836 – Two-person household
• $43,920 – Three-person household
• $53,652 – Four-person household
To meet eligibility requirements in Delaware, household income must be under the following thresholds:
• $25,536 – One-person household
• $34,488 – Two-person household
• $43,440 – Three-person household
• $52,416 – Four-person household
In Maryland, customers can apply for LIHEAP energy assistance through the Department of Human Services website, by visiting a Local Administering Agency, or by calling the Office of Home Energy Programs at 800-332-6347. In Delaware, customers can apply for LIHEAP energy assistance by visiting the Department of Health and Services website or by calling 302-654-9295 in New Castle County, 302-674-1782 in Kent County, or 302-856-6310 in Sussex County.
Delmarva Power Customer Care will work with customers who may have difficulty paying their energy bill. The company offers payment options, like Budget Billing, which averages payments over a 12-month period to help customers manage their monthly energy bill, or flexible payment arrangements that offer individually tailored payment installment plans. Contact Delmarva Power at 800-375-7117 to review payment options.
Other programs supporting Delaware and Maryland customers include:
• The Good Neighbor Energy Fund – Delmarva Power works with the Salvation Army and other local organizations to offer energy assistance to Delaware and Maryland low-income customers. The fund allows for customers to pay exactly $1 over their monthly Delmarva Power bill, which goes to the associated non-profit organization in their community. Delmarva Power matches contributions with $1 for every $3 that is collected, up to $70,000.
Other programs supporting Maryland customers include:
• The Electric Universal Service Program (EUSP) – Helps eligible customers pay for a portion of their current electric bill. Some EUSP participants may qualify for assistance with past-due electric bills as well as referrals to energy efficiency programs.
• The Utility Service Protection Program (USPP) – Designed to help low-income families during the winter season. Information for both programs can be found by visiting the Office of Home Energy Programs website.
To learn more about Delmarva Power, visit The Source, Delmarva Power’s online news room. Find additional information by visiting delmarva.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/delmarvapower and on Twitter at twitter.com/delmarvaconnect. Delmarva Power’s mobile app is available at delmarva.com/mobileapp.
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Delmarva Power is a unit of Exelon Corporation (Nasdaq: EXC), the nation’s leading energy provider, with approximately 10 million customers. Delmarva Power provides safe and reliable energy service to approximately 532,000 electric customers in Delaware and Maryland and approximately 136,000 natural gas customers in northern Delaware
Town of Townsend Tennis/ Pickleball Court Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony- Flyer
You’re invited
To the Town of Townsend Tennis & Pickleball Court
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
9 a.m
Townsend Municipal Park- Tennis & Pickle Ball court
0 Edgar Rd.
Townsend, DE
Special Thanks to DNREC and New Castle County
Brief Remarks and the First Pickleball Match will be held between Mayor Miller and County Executive Meyer
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High Quality Preschool Opportunity
High Quality Preschool Opportunity
If you are looking for preschool for your four-year old and would benefit from tuition support, please contact Dr. Kim Brancato, Principal of the Appoquinimink Preschool Program at kimberly.brancato@appo.k12.de.us.
- Four year old programs at
- Appoquinimink Preschool Center AND
- Brick Mill Early Childhood Center
- Hours: 9:30-3:40
- If eligible for tuition support, breakfast, lunch and transportation included.
July 2021_APC_4-Yr Old Program Flyer
2021 Town of Townsend Town Council Appointment & Committee Reorganization
2021 Town of Townsend Town Council Appointment & Committee Reorganization
In accordance with the Town Charter, Town Council appointed Mr. Scott Lobdell to fill the vacant Council seat at the Town Council Workshop meeting on Wednesday, June 23rd, 2021. The appointment was confirmed at the Town Council meeting on Wednesday, July 7th, 2021, by the unanimous approval of Resolution 2021-009, a Resolution to affirm the appointment of Mr. Scott Lobdell as Interim Town Councilman.
As previously announced, on Thursday June 3, 2021, there was a vacancy in the Office of Town Council, due to the resignation of a former Councilman.
Councilman Scott Lobdell was previously elected to Town Council in the 2019 Council election, serving his term until 2021. Councilman Lobdell previously served on the Public Works, Land Use and Development, Community Relations, and Parks and Recreation Committees. Councilman Lobdell also ran in the 2021 Town Council election and was succeeded by other candidates.
After the approval of Resolution 2021-009, Councilman Lobdell was sworn into the Town of Townsend Town Council. Councilman Lobdell will serve in this Council seat until the next annual municipal election, during which time this Council seat will be up for a one- year term to complete the remainder of the 2021-2023 Town Council term.
Following Councilman Lobdell’s swearing in, Mayor Miller reorganized the Council Committees and the following Council members were appointed to the following Committees:
| Finance Committee: | Chair- Mayor Miller | Co-Chair- Councilman Dugan |
| Human Resources Committee: | Chair- Mayor Miller | |
| Public Works Committee: | Chair- Councilman Dugan | Co-Chair- Councilman Mertz |
| Land Use and Development Committee: | Chair- Councilman Lobdell | Co-Chair- Councilman Dugan |
| Veterans Committee: | Chair- Councilwoman Clarke | Co-Chair- Mayor Miller |
| Public Safety Committee: | Chair- Councilman Mertz | Co-Chair- Councilwoman Clarke |
| Community Engagement Committee: | Chair- Councilwoman Clarke | Co-Chair- Councilman Lobdell |
| Parks and Recreation Committee: | Chair- Councilman Lobdell | Co-Chair- Councilman Mertz |
| National Wildlife and Historic Preservation Committee: | Chair- Councilwoman Clarke |
CLOSED: Job Opening- Chief of Police
Town of Townsend
Job Opening
Chief of Police
CONTACT PERSON: Anthony S. Mangeri, MPA, CPM, CEM
TELEPHONE: 302-378-8082
EMAIL: amangeri@townsend.delaware.gov
The Town of Townsend, DE is seeking applications for the potential position of Chief of Police.
The Chief of Police is responsible for development, planning and directing all functions and operations of the Townsend Police Department, once approved by Town Council. The Chief of Police is also responsible for the enforcement of laws and ordinances, prevention of crime and protection of life and property in the Town.
A Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Public Administration or related field with a minimum of five years of command or supervisory experience in law enforcement equivalent of Lieutenant or above is required. Experience in lieu of a degree may be considered.
Salary anticipated to be in the range of $65,000 to $80,000 DOQ.
Those interested in the position should send a resume and cover letter as well as a Townsend employment application in confidence to the Town Manager at the address below. We ask that you provide 3 professional references with your submission. References will not be contacted until the position is approved. All applications must include proof of completion the required course of study, training, and education course as required by the Delaware Council on Police Training.
The solicitation period for all applications will close on Friday, July 23rd, 2021. Applications will be accepted until Friday, July 23rd, 2021.
Anthony S. Mangeri, MPA, CPM CEM
Town Manager
Town of Townsend
141 Main Street, Po Box 223
Townsend, DE 19734
The Town of Townsend, DE is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please find the Townsend General Employment Application here
DEMA Encourages Preparations for Tropical Storm Elsa
Smyrna, DE – The Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) along with local, state, and federal partners, are closely monitoring Tropical Storm Elsa. DEMA continues to coordinate with the counties and key state agencies to ensure readiness if the system worsens. A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued by the U.S. National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly for Sussex County with expansion of the Watch expected. The updated track for Tropical Storm Elsa from NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center is slightly further west, which could mean a more significant impact for the state. The main threats are anticipated to include rain, flooding, and increased rip currents beginning late Thursday. But as we saw with Tropical Storm Isaias last summer, a variety of threats exist with Tropical Storms including tornadoes, high winds, flash flooding, etc. Power outages are possible. Plan ahead now and be prepared.
Prepare Your Home
- Secure loose outdoor items such as grills, trash and recycling cans, and patio furniture.
- Clear drains around your home to prevent flooding.
- Trim back trees and bushes to prevent storm damage.
- Have a plan for how to stay cool if the power goes out.
- If you have a generator, make sure that you have fuel and test it in advance. Remember: never use a generator indoors!
Prepare Your Vehicle
- Have a full tank of fuel
- Ensure tire pressures are correct
- Ensure that all lights are working.
Charge Electronic Devices
- Keep phones, radios, and electronic devices fully charged in case of power outages.
- Have portable power banks to charge electronic devices.
Make A Plan – preparede.org/make-a-plan
- Make a plan for where you would go if you had to leave your home due to an evacuation or if it sustained damage.
- Communicate and practice your plan with family.
- Have a list of emergency contacts and copies of important documents.
Make An Emergency Kit – preparede.org/make-a-kit
- Make sure that you have emergency supplies, such as food and water, for each member of your family (and pets) to last >3 days.
- Have flashlights in case of power outages and fully charged power banks to charge electronic devices.
Stay Informed
- Have multiple ways of monitoring the weather through US National Weather Service Philadelphia/Mount Holly. A NOAA Weather Radio is a great backup system!
- Make sure to register for the Delaware Emergency Notification System (DENS) to receive important emergency alerts here.
- Monitor our social media pages and local officials if further actions are required.
For more preparedness tips: PrepareDE.org
For weather updates from the National Weather Service: weather.gov/phi
For updates on the roads: https://deldot.gov/ and through their app https://deldot.gov/mobile/.
Follow Delaware Emergency Management Agency on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Contact: Jeff Sands, Delaware Emergency Management Agency, 302-659-2211.
Access the original post here: DEMA Encourages Preparations for Tropical Storm Elsa – State of Delaware News
MOVED TO RAINDATE: Town of Townsend & WILMAPCO Walkable Communities Workshop
Due to the impending rain and tropical storm predicted for Thursday, July 8th, the Town of Townsend and WILMAPCO Walkable Communities Workshop has been moved to Monday, July 12th from 4 pm- 7 pm. Please find the updated flyer and information below:
07/12/2021 – 04:00 PM
Location: Townsend Municipal Park- Park Pavilion
Address: 0 Edgar Road
Townsend, Delaware 19734
You are invited…
The Town of Townsend and the Wilmington Area Planning Council (WILMAPCO) invite you to an important event to help make Townsend a safer, more attractive and pedestrian friendly place.
Townsend
Walkable Communities Workshop:
Townsend Municipal Park Pavilion- 0 Edgar Rd.
Thursday, July 8, 2021
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
What is a Walkable Community Workshop?
A Walkable Community Workshop is an interactive community workshop designed to bring together key stakeholders such as citizens, land owners, elected officials, and professionals to focus on issues related to walkability. This is part of an effort to make our community more pedestrian friendly.
Who has organized this Workshop?
This workshop is presented by the Wilmington Area Planning Council (WILMAPCO) and coordinated by Town of Townsend.
What will we do at the Workshop?
WILMAPCO staff, trained in conducting Walkable Community Workshops, will serve as facilitators. Workshop participants will learn more about successful pedestrian design, safety, education, enforcement, and encouragement. A walking audit of this target area will help us understand and identify obstacles to walking for residents and suggest potential short-term and long-term solutions. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather that day. Refreshments will be provided!
Where can I get more information?
To learn more about this workshop, please contact Anthony Mangeri at 302.378.8082 or by email at amangeri@townsend.delaware.gov. To learn more about the Walkable Communities program, please visit WILMAPCO’s website at www.wilmapco.org/walkable.
RSVP Today!
Townsend Invite- Walkable Community WorkshopIf you would like to attend, please RSVP at www.wilmapco.org/walkable
or to Randi Novakoff at 302-737-6205 ext. 111 or by email at rnovakoff@wilmapco.org.
Emergency Sirens Test- Tuesday, July 6th around 7:20 p.m.
A test of the Salem/Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations Alert and Notification System will be conducted by the Delaware Emergency Management Agency and the Delaware State Police on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The sirens will sound at around 7:20 pm.
The Quarterly Siren Test involves a three-to five-minute sounding of the 37 sirens followed by a test message of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) on local radio stations. The sirens are located within 10 miles of the Salem/Hope Creek power plants in New Jersey, and are the same sirens used to alert the public in the event of an actual emergency at either the Salem or Hope Creek Nuclear Generating Stations. In such an emergency, the public would be alerted by the sirens to tune radios to one of the local EAS stations for important emergency instructions.
To learn more, please follow this link.
