Effective Immediately: Town of Townsend Fee Schedule Update
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 13th, 2026The Town of Townsend has officially adopted an updated Fee Schedule. The revised schedule is now live, and all new rates are effective immediately. Summary of Changes Fees across the schedule have been adjusted, with most costs increasing slightly by a few dollars. These updates help ensure fees remain aligned with current operational and service delivery costs. View the Updated Fee Schedule Residents, businesses, and contractors are encouraged to review the full schedule to stay informed of current rates: 🔗 Town of Townsend Municipal Code- Fee Schedule Thank you for your continued support of the Town of Townsend.
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2026 Community Clean Out Day
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Sign Up Today: 2026 Community Yard Sale
Date Posted: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026Click Here to Sign Up: Townsend Community Yard Sale- 2026 – Fill out form
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Open-Notice of Solicitation of Planning Commission Members
Date Posted: Friday, March 6th, 2026The Town of Townsend is currently seeking applicants to fill TWO (2) open seats on the Planning Commission. This position is appointed by the Town Council and carries a three‑year term. The Planning Commission plays a vital role in shaping the future development of Townsend. Members are responsible for reviewing zoning ordinances, updating zoning maps, advising the Town Council and Board of Adjustment on zoning amendments, and contributing to the development and maintenance of the Town’s Comprehensive Plan. How to Apply If you are interested in serving as a Member of the Planning Commission, please email: Kelsey Gallagher, Town Clerk 📧 kgallagher@townsend.delaware.gov About the Planning Commission Consists of five members, including one member from the Board of Adjustment. Members are appointed for three‑year terms. Reviews and recommends updates to zoning ordinances annually. Assists in maintaining the Town’s Comprehensive Development Plan. Helps ensure responsible community planning and long‑term growth.
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Town of Townsend Welcomes Chief McCloskey with Oath of Office Ceremony
Date Posted: Thursday, June 4th, 2026The Town of Townsend is proud to announce the official swearing-in of Chief McCloskey as Chief of Police. During a recent ceremony held at Townsend Town Hall, Chief McCloskey took the Oath of Office, affirming his commitment to serve and protect the residents, businesses, and visitors of our community. The Oath of Office marks an important milestone in Chief McCloskey’s leadership of the Townsend Police Department. As Chief, he will continue to uphold the department’s mission of providing professional, community-focused law enforcement services while fostering strong relationships with the public. Town officials, members of the Townsend Police Department, family, friends, and community members gathered to celebrate this occasion and recognize Chief McCloskey’s dedication to public service. Mayor and Town Council extend their congratulations and gratitude to Chief McCloskey as he assumes this important role. We look forward to his continued leadership and commitment to maintaining the safety and well-being of […]
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Now Hiring: Part-Time Administrative Assistant
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 3rd, 2026Now Hiring: Part-Time Administrative Assistant Join the Town of Townsend Team! The Town of Townsend is seeking a professional, organized, and customer-service-oriented individual to serve as our Part-Time Administrative Assistant. This position plays a vital role in supporting the daily operations of Town Hall and serves as one of the primary points of contact for residents, businesses, contractors, and visitors. The successful candidate will provide administrative, clerical, permitting, customer service, and financial support functions while helping ensure efficient and responsive municipal operations. Position Details Position: Part-Time Administrative Assistant Department: General Administration Reports To: Town Manager FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Essential Responsibilities Customer Service & Front Office Operations Serve as the first point of contact for residents and visitors. Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and provide information regarding Town services, programs, and procedures. Maintain a welcoming and professional front office environment. Administrative Support Perform a variety of administrative duties including correspondence, document […]
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2026 Town Fair & Music Festival Feedback Survey
Date Posted: Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026Town Fair Feedback Survey Thank you to everyone who attended and supported this year’s Town Fair. We are grateful for the participation of our residents, vendors, performers, volunteers, and community partners who helped make the event a success. As we begin planning future community events, we invite all attendees to share their feedback. Your comments and suggestions help us evaluate what worked well and identify opportunities for improvement. Please take a few minutes to complete our Town Fair Feedback Survey: We value your input and appreciate your time in helping us continue to enhance community events for residents and visitors alike. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you at future Town events.
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**CANCELLED **Notice of Bid Opening- Road Repaving (Helen Dr.)
Date Posted: Thursday, May 21st, 2026NOTICE OF BID OPENING FOR ROAD REPAVING In accordance with the Town’s Purchasing Policy, notice is hereby given that the Town of Townsend will be opening a bid for road repaving for the Town of Townsend. Bid Opening Date: June 5th, 2026 Submission Deadline: June 30th, 2026 Location of Submission: 141 Main Street, PO Box 223 Townsend, DE 19734 The Town of Townsend is soliciting proposals from qualified and licensed companies that will be responsible for providing all labor, equipment, materials, and related services necessary to complete the roadway repaving improvements in accordance with the specifications outlined in the RFP documents. All bids must be received by the submission deadline. Late submissions will not be considered. Interested parties may obtain the full Request for Proposals (RFP) by viewing the Town’s Website. The direct contact person for any questions relating to this bid project is Julie Goodyear, Town Manager at […]
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🌎 Earth Day Coloring Contest Winners
Date Posted: Thursday, May 14th, 2026The Town of Townsend is proud to announce the winners of this year’s Earth Day Coloring Contest! We were thrilled to see so many creative and thoughtful entries celebrating our planet. Each submission reflected a wonderful appreciation for Earth Day and the importance of caring for our environment. 🏆 Congratulations to our winners: Ava, age 11 (top left) Greyson, age 6 (top right) James, age 4 (bottom left) Ella, age 8 (bottom right) Their colorful artwork beautifully highlights themes of recycling, nature, and protecting the Earth. We extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated—your creativity made this contest a huge success! We hope you continue to celebrate Earth Day and find new ways to help keep our community and planet clean and green. Stay tuned for more fun community events from the Town of Townsend! 🌱✨
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CLOSED: Earth Day Coloring Contest
Date Posted: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026Ages 2-5 Ages 6-10 Ages 11-14 Ages 15-18 Ages 18+
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Official Notice: 2026 Municipal Election Canceled
Date Posted: Friday, March 27th, 2026The Town of Townsend Election originally scheduled for May 2, 2026 has been canceled. This cancellation occurred because two (2) candidates filed for the two (2) available council seats for the two-year term. As a result, no election is required under town procedures. Council Members Serving the Two-Year Term Scott Lobdell Dylan Wiggins We appreciate the community’s attention to this important update. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the Town of Townsend offices.
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