Snow Emergency Declared at 10 am, on Friday, January 28, 2022 Has Now Been Lifted
The Snow Emergency Declared at 10 am, on Friday, January 28, 2022 has now been lifted. The Town of Townsend snowplow contractor has successfully completed plowing and salting within the corporate limits of Townsend. The Level 1 Driving Warning for New Castle County will be lifted as of 6 pm, Saturday, January 29, 2022 and the Level 2 Driving Restriction for Kent and Sussex counties has now been changed to a Level 1 Driving Warning, per the Governor. Residents should continue to use caution when driving, as dangerously low temperatures tonight can lead to freezing surfaces. Thank you to all for your cooperation with removing motor vehicles parked on the even numbered addressed side of the roads within the corporate limits of Townsend.
Termination-State-of-Emergency-Severe-Winter-Storm-January-29-2022.pdf (delaware.gov)
Level 1 Driving Warning Issued for New Castle County
A State of Emergency has been issued for Kent and Sussex counties, with a Level 2 Driving Restriction, meaning that no person may operate a motor vehicle on Delaware roadways, except for persons designated as “essential personnel.” A Level 1 Driving Warning was made for New Castle County, meaning Delawareans should avoid traveling on roadways, unless there is a significant safety, health, or business reason to do so. All motorists are urged to drive with extreme caution. To learn more about the impending storm and the driving restrictions visit de.gov/weather.
Notice: Declaration of Snow Emergency, Friday, January 28, 2022
NOTICE
Declaration of Snow Emergency
Due to weather forecast and in accordance with Section 10.08.010 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Townsend, a Declaration of Emergency has been issued in the Town of Townsend at 11:30 AM, today, Friday, January 28, 2022.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from 7 PM today, Friday, January 28, 2022, through 3 PM, tomorrow, Saturday, January 29th, 2022. The area is forecasted for snow accumulations of 4-6 inches, from Friday night into Saturday afternoon, with the possibility of 4-12 inches. Residents are advised of heavy snow, high winds, and low temperatures, which can cause hazardous travel conditions.
Residents with even numbered addresses are directed to remove all motor vehicles that are parked on the side of any road within the corporate limits of Townsend. Parking of all vehicles on the even numbered addresses side of the street is hereby prohibited and will remain prohibited during the continuance of the snow emergency. Parking on the side of Townsend maintained streets bearing odd-numbered addresses is permitted.
The Town snowplow contractor has been placed on standby to begin plowing after snow accumulations reach 2 inches.
Thank you.
CLOSED: NOTICE OF SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBERS
NOTICE OF SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBERS
There are TWO Board of Election Seats open for appointment by Town Council. Each position serves for an Indefinite Term until a successor is duly appointed.
If you are interested in serving as a Member of the Board of Elections, please reach out by emailing Deputy Town Manager/ Town Clerk, Antonina Tantillo, at atantillo@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.
- The board of elections shall be authorized to perform the duties and obligations set forth in 15 Del. C. § 7551, as amended, and to exercise any other such duties specifically authorized by the town council pursuant to the Charter and ordinances of the town, as amended.
15 Del. C. § 7551
- 7551. Boards of Election; appointment, authority.
(a) A Board of Elections shall be appointed as provided in the municipality’s charter or code and shall oversee the election of the municipality’s government.
(b) Members of municipal Boards of Elections shall be qualified electors in the municipality for which they are appointed and shall not be an elected official or candidate or an immediate family member of an elected official or candidate (mother, father, son, daughter, brother, sister, including half-brothers and sisters, stepfamily members and in-laws).
(c) Members of municipal Boards of Elections shall serve terms as provided in the municipality’s charter or code.
(d) Upon confirmation of a member to a municipality’s Board of Elections, the municipality shall issue a Certificate of Appointment to the member and the member shall swear or affirm the following oath orally and in writing:
I, ________, do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will support the Constitution of the United States and the Constitution of the State of Delaware, and that I will faithfully discharge the duties as a member of the Board of Elections for the city (or town) of ________ by ensuring that elections within the city (or town) are conducted fairly, impartially and in accordance with the Delaware Code and city (or town) charter and ordinances to the best of my ability.
(e) A municipal Board of Elections member shall not participate in electioneering. Electioneering includes political discussion of issues, candidates or partisan topics; the wearing of any button, banner or other object referring to issues, candidates or partisan topics; the display, distribution or other handling of literature or any writing or drawing referring to issues, candidates or partisan topics; and the deliberate projection of sound referring to issues, candidates or partisan topics from loudspeakers or otherwise. A Board of Elections member who violates this section shall be fined not more than $500 and shall forfeit that Board of Election member’s position on the Board.
(f) Municipal Boards of Elections shall consist of an odd number of members as stated in the municipality’s charter or code, but in no case shall there be fewer than 3 members on the Board.
(g) Unless otherwise provided in the municipality’s charter or code, the municipality’s Board of Elections shall oversee the absentee ballot process for elections conducted in accordance with subchapters IV and V of this chapter.
(h) The Department of Elections shall make training available for the members of the municipality’s Board of Elections on their roles and responsibilities.
(i) A municipal Board of Elections may request, in writing, advice and guidance from the Department of Elections. The Department to which a Board of Elections makes a request shall provide a written response as soon as practical but no later than 7 business days following receipt of the request.
(j) Municipalities shall post the names and contact information for its Board of Elections in the city/town hall or in the building where the municipal government meets, and on the municipality’s website if it has one.
(k) A municipality shall notify the State Election Commissioner of the members of its Board of Elections when such members are installed.
Solicitation of Board of Elections Members
Snow Emergency Declared at 6 am, Thursday, January 20th, 2022 Has Now Ended
The Snow Emergency that was declared as of 6 am on Thursday, January 20, 2022 has now ended as of 4 pm on Thursday, January 20th, 2022. Thank you to all for your cooperation with removing motor vehicles parked on the even numbered addressed side of the roads within the corporate limits of Townsend.
Notice: Declaration of Snow Emergency, Thursday, January 20th, 2022
NOTICE
Declaration of Snow Emergency
Due to Weather forecast and in accordance with Section 10.08.010 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Townsend, a Declaration of Emergency has been issued in the Town of Townsend at 6 AM, today, Thursday, January 20, 2022.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory until 1 pm, today, Thursday, January 20th, 2022. The area is forecasted for a wintery mix, followed by snow accumulations of 1-2 inches. Residents are advised of the potential for a slippery commute as the rain turns to snow this morning.
Residents with even numbered addresses are directed to remove all motor vehicles that are parked on the side of any road within the corporate limits of Townsend. Parking of all vehicles on the even numbered addresses side of the street is hereby prohibited and will remain prohibited during the continuance of the snow emergency. Parking on the side of Townsend maintained streets bearing odd-numbered addresses is permitted.
The Town snowplow contractor has been placed on standby to begin plowing after snow accumulations reaches 2 inches.
Thank you.
Town Hall Closed in Recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Departure of Town Manager Anthony Mangeri
After almost 3 years of service, Town Manager Anthony Mangeri, MPA, CPM, CEM has chosen to move on to a new position and will be leaving the Town of Townsend effective Friday, January 14, 2021. Ms. Antonina Tantillo, MPA, Deputy Town Manager/Town Clerk, will serve as Interim Town Manager.
During his tenure with the Town, Mr. Mangeri was instrumental in professionalizing the Town Administration and fostering an environment of transparency and accountability. He will be missed.
If you have questions or concerns needing the Town’s attention you can reach Ms. Tantillo at Town Hall via phone 302-378-8082 or via email at atantillo@townsend.delaware.gov.
Notice: Declaration of Snow Emergency from January 6th, 2022 at 8 pm until January 7th, 2022
NOTICE
Declaration of Snow Emergency
Due to Weather forecast and in accordance with Section 10.08.010 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Townsend, a Declaration of Emergency has been issued in the Town of Townsend at 8 PM, today, Thursday, January 6, 2022, until Friday, January 7th, 2022.
Residents with even numbered addresses are directed to remove all motor vehicles that are parked on the side of any road within the corporate limits of Townsend. Parking of all vehicles on the even numbered addresses side of the street is hereby prohibited and will remain prohibited during the continuance of the snow emergency. Parking on the side of Townsend maintained streets bearing odd-numbered addresses is permitted.
The Town snowplow contractor has been placed on standby to begin plowing after snow accumulations reaches 2 inches.
In addition, residents are requested to remove GFL containers from curbside to allow snow plows to safely operate.
Thank you.
Winter Weather Advisory Issued Until 10 AM, Friday, January 7th, 2022
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory until Friday, January 7, 2022, at 10:00AM. The area is forecasted for snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches for central and northern Delaware. Residents should plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Slow down and use caution while traveling.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5-1-1.
Residents with even numbered addresses are advised to move their vehicles to their driveway or to the side of the street with odd numbered addresses. This is to allow for efficient snow removal operations. A Declaration of Snow Emergency is expected to be issued pending the continued tracking of the storm.
In addition, residents are requested to remove GFL Containers from curbside to allow snow plows to safely operate.
