January 2023 - Town of Townsend

NOTICE OF SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBER

NOTICE OF SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBER

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.

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.
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).

(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.

Drive Up Free Food Pantry- 2/17/2023 9 a.m.

Drive Up Free Food Pantry

209 Main St., Townsend, DE 19734

February 17th, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Pre-register here: https://Feb17IMC.eventbrite.com

Mobile Foodbank 2-17-2023_revised

Announcing: 2022 Town of Townsend Annual Holiday Decoration Contest

Congratulations to the following winners of the 2022 Town of Townsend Annual Holiday Decoration Contest, who were announced at the January 4th, 2023 Council Meeting:

Modern Category:
1st Place – 1110 East Founds Street.

2nd Place – 219 Edgar Road

Traditional Category:
1st Place – 221 Edgar Road

2nd Place – 740 Tracy Circle

Drive Up Free Food Pantry- 1/20/2023 9 a.m.

Drive Up Free Food Pantry

209 Main St., Townsend, DE 19734

January 20th, 2023 at 9 a.m.

Pre- register here: https://Jan20IMC.eventrite.com

Call/Text: 302-508-0929

Mobile Foodbank 1-20-2023

Municipal Waste Service Guidelines- 2023

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 could be a $25 fee to pick up before your next scheduled pick up day.
Please place the carts out to the curb with the wheels and handles facing the house and the lift bar facing the road. The carts should be clear of any obstructions such as mailboxes, cars, utility poles, garage doors, etc. The truck and driver must have clear access to the rollout carts.
- Trash containers and/or bags should be placed at the edge of the property so as not to block the sidewalk.
For a regular scheduled service your pick up includes (1) 95 – Gallon cart. Please call in to schedule an additional pickup for extra trash or bulk items. (Additional charges may apply)
Please bag all trash.

Recycling:

Please break down or cut any large cardboard boxes and place all recyclable loose on the provided cart.
No bags please

Yard Waste:

Yard Waste is collected on a bi-weekly basis on the same weekday as trash and recycling. Yard Waste is collected beginning April 3^rd, 2023 through June 26^th, 2023.
Yard waste must be placed loose inside the provided container.
Absolutely NO bags can be placed in the can or beside it.
Lids on cans must be able to close, nothing sticking or hanging out of the can.
Along with the can, GFL can take small bundles of twigs, branches, etc. They must be bundled with sturdy twine and manageable by one person. No more than 3 additional small bundles.
PLEASE NOTE***GFL does NOT take sand, dirt, sod, mulch, rock or large thick tree trunks. Branches no thicker than 3” in diameter and no longer than 4’ in length.
Please find the yard municipal waste collection schedule for the remainder of 2023 below:
- Monday, January 9^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, January 16^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, January 23^rd : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, January 30^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, February 6^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, February 13^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, February 20^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, February 27^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, March 6^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, March 13^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, March 20^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, March 27^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, April 3^rd : Collection of Trash, Recycling, & Yard Waste.
- Monday, April 10^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, April 17^th : Collection of Trash, Recycling, & Yard Waste.
- Monday, April 24^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, May 1^st : Collection of Trash, Recycling, & Yard Waste.
- Monday, May 8^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, May 15^th : Collection of Trash, Recycling, & Yard Waste.
- Monday, May 22^nd : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, May 29^th: Collection of Trash, Recycling, & Yard Waste.
- Monday, June 5^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, June 12^th : Collection of Trash, Recycling, & Yard Waste.
- Monday, June 19^th : Collection of Trash & Recycling. NO Yard Waste Collection.
- Monday, June 26^th : Collection of Trash, Recycling, & Yard Waste.

If you already have a private yard waste contract with GFL, you may contact GFL directly to cancel your private contract and continue with the Town Yard Waste contract. GFL can be reached at (302) 378-5400.
This is provided as an additional service, there is no scheduled increase in fees incurred to residents or the Town of Townsend.

For additional information and services provided by Waste Industries, including their holiday schedule pick up click here.

PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CALL GFL DIRECTLY IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS.

Please also call GFL directly for bulk pickup.

302-378-5400

Website

Save the Date: Town of Townsend Parade and Fair 2023

06/03/2023

Location: Townsend Municipal Park
Address: 0 Edgar Road
Townsend, Delaware 19734

Save the Date!!

Contact: Townsend Town Hall- 302-378-8082 or townsend.delaware.gov for additional information.

Prizes, Food, Vendors, & Contests

2023SaveTheDate-Fair

DelDOT: Townsend Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan & Survey

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) along with its consultants invited the public to attend a public workshop regarding the Townsend Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan. The workshop was held at Town Hall of Townsend on January 4, 2023, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. The Town invites you to express your views and suggestions in writing. They can also be sent to DelDOT Community Relations.

Review the public hearing presentation here: Boards_Townsend_PubWrkshp #1_01032023 and provide comments on DelDOT’s analysis of current bicycle and pedestrian facilities within the project area; and
Share your ideas and preferences for locations and priorities of bicycle and pedestrian improvements within Townsend town limits.

Complete the Townsend Bicycle and Pedestrian Master Plan Public Survey by clicking the link here: https://forms.gle/E8xAY73txv6yDZjm9

This survey will also provide an update on the overall study and schedule.

Town Hall Closed in Recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

In recognition of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, Townhall will be closed on Monday, January 16th, 2023.

Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, January 16th, 2023.

02/17/2023 Practice SAT Exam

The Town of Townsend and the Sylvan Learning Center of Middletown will be hosting a practice SAT exam for Townsend Students in the Classes of 2024 and 2025 on Wednesday, February 17th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. The event will be held at the Town Hall located at 141 Main St., Townsend, DE 19734. Please arrive at Town Hall between 7:45 a.m. to 7:55 p.m.. Bring number 2 pencils and an approved calculator.

Registration is required as space is limited. To register please contact Town Hall via email at townhall@townsend.delware.gov or call 302-378-8082. Upon registering please provide the following: student’s name, graduation year, parent name and address, and email addresses for both student and parent. Sylvan will offer a free review of the exam results with the family after scores are received.

Please click this flyer to review additional details:

REMINDER: DelDOT Notice of Public Open House: Townsend Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan & Survey

The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) along with its consultants, invites the public to attend a public workshop regarding the Townsend Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan. The public is invited to:

Review and provide comments on DelDOT’s analysis of current bicycle and pedestrian facilities within the project area; and
Share their ideas and preferences for locations and priorities of bicycle and pedestrian improvements within Townsend town limits.

This workshop will also provide an update on the overall study and schedule.

The workshop will be held at Town Hall of Townsend on January 4, 2023, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Interested persons are invited to express their views and suggestions in writing. Comments will be received during the workshop. They can also be sent to DelDOT Community Relations.

Town Hall of Townsend

141 Main Street

Townsend

Wednesday

1/4/2023

5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Review the public hearing presentation here: Boards_Townsend_PubWrkshp #1_01032023