REMINDER: 10/28/2023 National Prescription Drug Takeback Day

Date Posted: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023

10/28/2023 – 10:00 a.m. to  2:00 p.m. Location: Townsend Fire Hall Address: 107 Main Street, Townsend, DE 19734 Town of Townsend Prescription Drug Take Back Flyer 2023 DROP OFF OLD MEDICATION & VAPING DEVISES Hosted by the TOWNSEND POLICE DEPARTMENT in partnership with the Townsend Fire Company and the Drug Enforcement Administration. For additional information please call TOWNSEND PD 302-464-1237    



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GET INVOLVED FOR VETERANS DAY: Honoring Local Veterans at the Brian Conley Veteran Resiliency Center

Date Posted: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023

The Town of Townsend is seeking donations in partnership with Warriors Helping Warriors.  We are also collecting letters and pictures to show our support for the Veterans at the Brian Conley Veteran Resiliency Center, in honor of Veterans Day.  Donations, letters and pictures can be dropped off to Townsend Town Hall until November 8th, 2023.    For more information on the types of donations needed please see the flyer below: *Donations via Amazon may be purchased by clicking the following link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17FG7A186FEQQ?ref_=wl_share Letters should show your support and appreciation for the ones who served our country.  A letter template that may be used is attached or available for pickup at Townsend Town Hall and the Townsend Post Office.     



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REMINDER: Pumpkin Patch at Townsend Elementary Tomorrow, 10/20/2023, from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Date Posted: Thursday, October 19th, 2023

Thanks to our Municipal Waste provider, Casella (formerly known as GFL), the Town of Townsend and Townsend Elementary have partnered to create a pumpkin patch at tomorrows trunk-or-treat, Friday 10/20/23 from 6 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.   Children are welcome to pickup a pumpkin from the patch at Townsend Elementary.   Thank you to Casella and have a wonderful Harvest season!



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Pumpkin Patch at Townsend Elementary on 10/20/23 from 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Date Posted: Monday, October 16th, 2023

Thanks to our Municipal Waste provider, Casella (formerly known as GFL), the Town of Townsend and Townsend Elementary have partnered to create a pumpkin patch during the trunk-or-treat, Friday 10/20/23 from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.   Children are welcome to pickup a pumpkin from the patch at Townsend Elementary.   Thank you to Casella and have a wonderful Harvest season!  



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DE Veterans Support Association- Holiday Food Drive 10/15/23 – 12/01/23

Date Posted: Monday, October 16th, 2023

The Delaware Veterans Support Association is hosting a Holiday Food Drive from October 15th to December 1st, 2023.  There will be a collection bin inside of Townsend Town Hall at 141 Main St., Townsend, DE 19734.  Thank you for your donations.   DVSA is collecting the following food items: ANY nonperishable items! Canned Vegetables, Fruits, Bread, Rice, Dry Milk, Raisins, Snacks, Water Bottles, Bottled or Powdered Juices, Pasta, Pasta Sauce, Stuffing, Cereals, Dry Milk, Oatmeal, etc! Personal Hygiene Products will also be accepted.   Call DVSA at 302-602-1505 for more information.  



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Halloween is Here. Be Safe and Stay Healthy!

Date Posted: Wednesday, October 11th, 2023

The Town of Townsend wants everyone to have a safe and fun Halloween.  Halloween is celebrated on Tuesday, October 31st.  Per Town Council, for the safety of all, trick or treating will be held between the hours of 6 pm and 8 pm for all those wishing to participate.  All trick-or-treaters in costume should be off of the streets by 9 p.m.  As always, trick-or-treating will be held based on each individual resident’s/family’s preference. If you would like to give out candy to trick-or-treaters, turn on your porch light. Those wishing not to participate, please turn off your porch light. Please treat your neighbors with respect and remember safety rules by following these general Halloween guidelines: Only visit houses whose porch/front lights are on.  Wear reflectors, reflective clothing and carry a flashlight for safety. If driving, please drive slower and be attentive to increased foot traffic.  Be respectful of Halloween […]



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Town Hall Closed- Monday, October 9th, 2023

Date Posted: Friday, October 6th, 2023

  Townhall will be closed on Monday, October 9th, 2023.     Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, October 9th, 2023.    Please review municipal waste guidelines by clicking the link below:  https://townsend.delaware.gov/2023/07/25/reminder-2023-municipal-waste-service-guidelines/  



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Notice to Bidders- Townsend Municipal Park Irrigation System

Date Posted: Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Notice to Bidders – Townsend Park Irrigation System October 2023  Notice To Bidders Townsend Municipal Park Irrigation System Town of Townsend The Town of Townsend will utilize electronic bidding to receive sealed bids for the Townsend Municipal Park Irrigation System. Sealed bids must be submitted online through the PennBid electronic procurement program prior to 10/25/2023 at 10:00 AM EST, at which time they will be opened and read aloud at the offices of the Town of Townsend, located at 141 Main Street, DE, 19734. All documents and solicitation details are available at no cost through PennBid (www.PennBid.net). Bidders are required to provide Bid Security in an amount equal to 10% of the total amount bid.  Bid Security may be provided in the form of a certified check or a bid bond issued by a Surety Company licensed to transact such business in the state of Delaware. Upon award of a […]



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Light Ordinance No. 2023-001

Date Posted: Thursday, October 5th, 2023

Ordinance 2023-001, an ordinance to provide the quality of outdoor night lighting to conserve energy, reduce light pollution, and improve safety by light direction, was passed on September 20th, 2023 with an effective date of November 19th, 2023.  The approved ordinance can be viewed below.  Compliance with this ordinance is required by ALL property owners.   Approved Ordinance No.2023-001 This may be found in our Townsend Municipal Code under Section 24.38 Light Pollution.  Click “HERE” to be directed to our MuniCode site.  Questions may be directed to Town Hall at townhall@townsend.delaware.gov.



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10/04/2023 National Alert Test & 10/05/2023 Potassium Iodide Distribution

Date Posted: Tuesday, October 3rd, 2023

October 4: FEMA and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct a national test of the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS). The scheduled test on October 4 will reach millions of mobile phones across the country via Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), radio and television via the Emergency Alert System (EAS), and other communication pathways. The test will take place around 2:20 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Backup testing is October 11. The national test will help ensure that Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) and the Emergency Alert System (EAS) continue to be effective ways to warn the public about emergencies, particularly those on the national level. All major U.S. wireless providers participate in Wireless Emergency Alerts and will transmit the national test to their subscribers. If your mobile phone is on and within range of an active cell tower from a participating wireless provider, you should receive the national test. Wireless providers […]



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