Volunteers needed for Town Fair

The Town Fair is only 2 weeks away and we are still in need of volunteers to help with children’s games, vendor sign in and parking lot direction.  If you are available to assist in any capacity between the hours of 8 and 3 (even if it’s only for an hour or two), please contact Councilman Patrick Miller at pmiller@townsend.delaware.gov.  Thank you. 

CLOSED Town Clerk Job Opening

The TOWN OF TOWNSEND is accepting applications for the position of  TOWN CLERK.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for preparation and maintenance of fiscal, Administrative and regulatory records for the Town. Work is performed in accordance with the Town Charter, ordinances, and general law, and requires initiative and the ability to work effectively and independently with the public and other officials.

JOB DUTIES:

Under limited supervision, reporting to the Town Manager, serves as liaison between Mayor and Council and the public; serves as custodian of Council’s legislative history and official records; attends and prepares minutes of Council meetings; prepares and manages Council’s meeting agendas and meeting calendar; issues public notice of Council and organizational meetings; provides administrative support to Council.

Serves as Election Officer on behalf of Town and as liaison to the Municipal Election Commission; coordinates election activities with County Election Commission and organizes election related events.

Manages receipts of Freedom of Information Act requests, manages records retention schedules for all municipal documents as required by Delaware law, schedules meetings and prepares of projects/documents and all other duties as maybe assigned by Town Manager or Council. Prepares ordinances, resolutions and proclamations so they can be executed, recorded, distributed, and archived.

Responsible for the issuance of building permits, contractor licenses, utility bills, tax bills, and all other licenses and permits required by the Town.  Monitors monthly lien and collections report and coordinates activity with Town Attorney’s office. 

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate will have three to five years municipal experience including records management, accounting/bookkeeping experience and have completed the Municipal Clerks Certificate Training Program offered by the Institute For Public Administration or equivalent. Candidates with comparable experience are encouraged to apply.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, good organizational and communication skills, and the ability to deal effectively with the public are a must.

The successful candidate must pass a background check and drug test. Salary is dependent upon education and experience. An excellent benefit package is provided.  Applications must be received by September 10, 2019.

Cover letter and resume may be sent electronically to mailto:amangeri@townsend.delaware.gov or by mail to:

        Town of Townsend

        Attn:  Town Manager

        141 Main Street, P.O. Box 223

        Townsend, DE   19734

Town Hall Closed Monday, September 2, 2019

Town Hall will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2019 in observance of the Labor Day Holiday.

Trash and Recycling will be picked up on Tuesday, September 3rd.

National Wildlife Federation Photo Contest

The National Wildlife Federation 2019 Photo Contest begins on August 5th. 

The Garden for Wildlife Photo Contest is back and we want to see photos of you and your wildlife garden! We are looking for photos of YOU, birds, butterflies, bees and other backyard wildlife for a chance to win cash and garden themed prizes — including a $1000 Grand Prize!

Photographs may be submitted in one of the following five categories:

• People in the wildlife garden
• Close-up native plants and their wildlife visitors
• Wildlife observed where people live, work, play, learn, and worship
• Certified wildlife habitat landscapes
• Young habitat photographers *new for 2019!

Contest ends October 11th, get started now!

Click here here  for details.

Tom McDonald is appointed Mayor at the June 5, 2019 Council Meeting

Newly elected members of Council Anthony Franco, Scott Lobdell and Tom McDonald took the oath of office  at the June 5, 2019 Council Meeting. Councilmen Ed Dugan and Patrick Miller then joined the newly appointed members of Council to appoint Mr. McDonald as Mayor for the coming year.

Outgoing Mayor Rudy Sutton, Councilwoman Lorraine Gorman, and Councilman Steve High were presented with plaques thanking them for their service.

Your new Town Council is pictured below:

Movie Night Under the Stars – June 14, 2019

Mark your calendars for our first movie night of 2019…….

Town Hall Closed Monday, May 27th

Town Hall will be closed on Monday, May 27, 2019 in observance of the Memorial Day Holiday.   TRASH &  RECYCLYING pick-up will be delayed until Tuesday.

New Council Member Installed at April 17, 2019 Council Meeting

Councilman Rob Leight submitted his resignation from Town Council mid-term since he was relocating outside Town limits.  He was presented with a resolution and plaque by Mayor and Council on behalf of the Town thanking him for his service.

Patrick Miller, who was appointed by Council to replace Councilman Leight, is shown below with  Mayor Rudy Sutton and Acting Town Clerk Ivonne Romero as he takes the oath of office.

Town Council Candidates

Of the six people that are running for Town Council, listed below are the five that have provided profiles and answers to questions presented by the Middletown Transcript.  Their responses will also be published in the April 25th edition of the Transcript.

Click on the last name of the candidate to view their profile.

     ANTHONY FRANCO

        SCOTT LOBDELL

      TOM MC DONALD

        RICK PALUMBO

        DEIDRE SOSA

Delaware Solid Waste Authority Event – April 6, 2019