Town Hall Closed in Recognition of the Juneteenth Holiday
Date Posted: Thursday, June 15th, 2023In recognition of the Juneteenth Holiday, Townhall will be closed on Monday, June 19th, 2023. Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, June 19th, 2023. Please review municipal waste guidelines by clicking the link below: 2023 Municipal Waste Service Guidelines
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CLOSED: Job Opening- Certified Police Officer
Date Posted: Monday, June 12th, 2023TOWNSEND POLICE DEPARTMENT 141 Main Street, PO Box 223, Townsend, DE 19734 Office 302-378-8082 / Fax 302-378-7099 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Townsend Delaware Police Department is currently accepting applications from Delaware COPT certified officers and out of State certified officers with a starting salary of $52,000. This is a unique opportunity to join a newly established police department working in partnership with the Chief of Police to expand the agency from the ground up. Townsend is a growing Town with expanding development’s, potential business growth and outdoor recreation areas. Comprehensive Benefits Offered: State of Delaware health, dental, & vision, Group Life insurance, Accidental death & dismemberment benefits, Voluntary long-term & short-term disability plans, Delaware Municipal Police Pension, paid leave, personal time, compensation time, holiday pay, special duty overtime training opportunities and take home vehicle. Please find the Townsend General Employment Application by Clicking Here Please submit your completed application by mail to: Town […]
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2023 Town of Townsend Town Council Reorganization
Date Posted: Friday, June 9th, 20232023 Town of Townsend Town Council Reorganization On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, the Town of Townsend held its annual reorganization meeting. At this meeting, four candidates for Town Council were sworn in and seated in accordance with the Town Ordinance. Per the certification of the 2023 Town of Townsend Election by the Town of Townsend Board of Election, three candidates filed for the three two-year terms and one candidate filed for the one one-year term of the open Council seats. The three available Council seats for a two-year term have been filled by Dr. Joseph Bangura, Mr. Matthew Chapman, and Mr. Marcus Suhr; their term will expire in June 2025. The one available Council seat for a one-year term has been filled by Dr. Joshua Mertz; the term will expire in June 2024. After the four Councilman were seated, the Council elected Mayor Scott Lobdell to another term as Mayor of […]
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Memo: Town of Townsend Fair and Parade June 3rd
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 7th, 2023A huge thank you goes out to the Community Engagement Committee, Town Council, Town Staff volunteers, vendors, and sponsors for their contribution to a successful event. We are excited to begin planning for next year! *More photos and videos are forthcoming*
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REMINDER: NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 7th, 2023NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF PLANNING COMMISSION MEMBER There is ONE Planning Commission Seat open for appointment by Town Council. Each position serves for a period of three years. If you are interested in serving as a Member of the Planning Commission, please reach out by emailing Town Clerk, Mariaelena Rivera, at townhall@townsend.delaware.gov. The qualifications for Planning Commission Members can be found below. Qualifications for Planning Commission Members Town of Townsend Municipal Code 24.08.040 Planning Commission Planning Commission. The Planning Commission is hereby established in the manner prescribed by law. This commission shall consist of five members. At all times one member is to be a member of the Board of Adjustment. All members are to be appointed by the town council for a period of three years. Any member may be removed by a majority vote of the full council. Vacancies shall be filled for the un-expired term of any […]
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REMINDER: NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEMBERS
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 7th, 2023NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEMBERS There are THREE Board of Adjustment Seats open for appointment by Town Council. One seat will serve for three years. One seat will serve two years. One seat will serve one year. If you are interested in serving as a Member for the Board of Adjustment, please reach out by emailing Town Clerk, Mariaelena Rivera, at townhall@townsend.delaware.gov. The qualifications for Board of Adjustment Members can be found below. Qualifications for Board of Adjustment Members Town of Townsend Municipal Code 24.08.020 Board of Adjustment Board of Adjustment. The board of adjustment is hereby established in the manner prescribed by law. Such board shall consist of three members. At least one member shall be a resident of the town who is not a member of town council or an employee of the town. The town council shall approve all appointments for […]
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HAPPENING TOMORROW!!! Town of Townsend Parade and Fair June 3rd, 2023
Date Posted: Friday, June 2nd, 20232023 Townsend Fair : **The Town is still searching for volunteers to assist with making sure this event is a success. To sign up as a volunteer please click the following link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezpzSwVrnBADCP-ux8hvkqj_pLwqZyNObLSuk1mLxzL-2qjA/viewform A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!! Click the flyers below for more details:
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NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEMBERS
Date Posted: Thursday, June 1st, 2023NOTICE OF SOLICITATION OF BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT MEMBERS There are THREE Board of Adjustment Seats open for appointment by Town Council. One seat will serve for three years. One seat will serve two years. One seat will serve one year. If you are interested in serving as a Member for the Board of Adjustment, please reach out by emailing Town Clerk, Mariaelena Rivera, at townhall@townsend.delaware.gov. The qualifications for Board of Adjustment Members can be found below. Qualifications for Board of Adjustment Members Town of Townsend Municipal Code 24.08.020 Board of Adjustment Board of Adjustment. The board of adjustment is hereby established in the manner prescribed by law. Such board shall consist of three members. At least one member shall be a resident of the town who is not a member of town council or an employee of the town. The town council shall approve all appointments for […]
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TRAFFIC ADVISORY REMINDER: Main Street will be closed on Saturday, 6/3/2023 from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. for the Townsend Parade.
Date Posted: Thursday, June 1st, 2023Please be advised Main Street will be closed on Saturday, 6/3/2023 from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. for the Townsend Parade. NO PARKING, WILL BE ENFORCED ON MAIN STREET FROM 6 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Any vehicles parked on Main Street will be towed at owner’s expense. As always we thank our community for your cooperation and support!
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Town Hall Closure Monday, 6/5/2023
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 31st, 2023Townsend Town Hall will be closed on Monday, June 5th, 2023. We apologize for any inconvenience. Town Hall will open back up at 8 am on Tuesday, June 6th, 2023. Thank you! **Please note Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, June 5th, 2023.**
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