Town of Townsend & Cub Scout Pack 351 Knot Tying Demonstration & Skill Workshop

Date Posted: Tuesday, July 5th, 2022

The Town of Townsend and Cub Scout Pack 351 present a Knot Tying Demonstration & Skill Workshop.   Thursday, July 7th, 202 at 5 pm.   Townsend Municipal Park Pavilion  0 Edgar Rd.  Townsend, DE 19734 Contact Townsend Town Hall with any questions- 302-378-8082 or townhall@townsend.delaware.gov Knot Tying Demonstration & Skill Workshop



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Townsend Town Hall Closed in Recognition of the Independence Day Holiday

Date Posted: Friday, July 1st, 2022

In recognition of the Independence Day Holiday, Townsend Townhall will be closed on Monday, July 4th, 2022.  Trash and recycling, yard waste collection will be delayed until Tuesday, July 5th, 2022 due to the holiday.  Please review municipal waste guidelines by clicking here: https://townsend.delaware.gov/2022/03/11/municipal-waste-service-guidelines-2022/ Independence Day Flyer 2022  



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Introduction to Pickleball- Tuesday, June 28th, 2022 10:30 am- 12:30 pm

Date Posted: Friday, June 24th, 2022

The Town of Townsend and the Diamond State Pickleball Club will be hosting an Introduction to Pickleball Event on Tuesday, June 28th from 10:30 am- 12:30 pm.  The event will be held at the Townsend Municipal Park located at 0 Edgar Rd., Townsend. DE 19734. Registration is required as space is limited.  To register email townhall@townsend.delaware.gov or call 302-378-8082. We hope you can join us! TOT Introduction to pickleball- 6-28-22  



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CLOSED: Employment Opportunity: The Townsend Delaware Police Department is currently accepting applications from active State of Delaware COPT certified officers.

Date Posted: Friday, June 17th, 2022

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN CLOSED AND THE TOWN IS NOT CURRENTLY SOLICITING FOR THIS POSITION.   TOWNSEND 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 active State of Delaware COPT certified officers.  This is a unique opportunity to join a newly established police department and serve as the second in command while 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. The ideal candidate must have at a minimum the following;  10 years of proven proactive law enforcement leadership experience, with an emphasis in police operations, logistics, information systems  Investigative experience  Federal & State Grant writing experience  Valid Delaware Drivers License  Current DUI Detection & NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Test  Employee […]



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Notice for Construction – Townsend Tennis & Pickleball Court

Date Posted: Thursday, June 16th, 2022

CONSTRUCTION NOTICE Project: Townsend Tennis & Pickleball Court Location: Townsend Municipal Park Developer: Town of Townsend, DE Contractor: Gessler Construction Company, Inc. Dear Resident, This construction notice is being issued to make you aware of construction taking place on the Tennis & Pickleball Court at Townsend Municipal Park. This construction includes some repairs to the exterior fencing & gate access to the court on Friday, June 17, 2022. The court will be closed on this date during the working hours of 7am-4pm. We apologize for any temporary inconveniences you may experience during the construction. The safety of residents, motorists, pedestrians, and workers is our highest priority during construction. Please be aware of any safety signage, barriers, equipment, and workers so that we can maintain a safe and secure construction zone. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Sincerely, Gessler Construction Chas (484) 880-3695



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Notice for Construction: Karins Blvd. & Route 71 Site Improvements

Date Posted: Thursday, June 16th, 2022

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE:   ROAD WORK – MILLING & ASPHALT PAVING AT THE ENTRANCE AND EXIT OF KARINS BLVD AND ALONG SHOULDERS OF RT 71 WORK IS SCHEDULED FRIDAY JUNE 17 , 2022 WORK HOURS ARE 7:00 AM TO 4:00 PM PLEASE BE PAITENT – THERE MAY BE DELAYS If you have any questions, comments or special needs during the construction, please feel free to contact us. Crista Gessler-  Gessler Construction Co. Inc.-  610.637.0551-  Certified ‘WBE’ In addition, if you have any questions, comments or special needs that you would like to communicate to the Town of Townsend, please call 302-378-8082 or email townhall@townsend.delaware.gov.  Thank you in advance for your assistance and cooperation.



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Statement from Chesapeake Utilities Corporation:

Date Posted: Friday, June 10th, 2022

Beginning June 13, crews will perform work on behalf of Chesapeake Utilities Corporation in Townsend. The crews are working to extend natural gas pipeline to improve natural gas infrastructure for the community. Temporary lane closures may occur. Crews are expected to complete work at the beginning of August, pending unforeseen delays due to weather conditions. We regret any temporary inconveniences you may experience during construction. While every effort will be made to provide continuous automobile and pedestrian traffic while the work is being completed, please be aware of any temporary parking restrictions, road/sidewalk closures or detours that may be posted. The safety of community members and workers is a priority. Please be aware of any safety signage, barriers, equipment and workers so that we can maintain a safe and secure working zone. If you have any questions, comments or special needs during this project, please feel free to contact Vincent […]



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CLOSED: Job Opening- Administrative Assistant

Date Posted: Friday, June 10th, 2022

THIS POSITION HAS BEEN CLOSED AND THE TOWN IS NOT CURRENTLY SOLICITING FOR THIS POSITION.   Job Opening Administrative Assistant CONTACT PERSON: Antonina Tantillo, MPA, Town Manager Telephone: 302-378-8082 Email: atantillo@townsend.delaware.gov The Town of Townsend, DE is seeking applications for the position of Administrative Assistant.   JOB DESCRIPTION: The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative functions for the Town. The position requires the ability to communicate information from the Town Charter, Codes, general law and policies to businesses, citizens, and employees, and ensure that municipal services are provided in an effective and efficient manner. This position takes direction primarily from and reports initially to the Town Clerk and the Town Manager. This position is one of the initial contacts for the public to the Town. This position requires the ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods, to assist the public at the front desk, and to ascend and descend […]



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Save the Date: Town of Townsend Parade and Fair

Date Posted: Tuesday, June 7th, 2022

09/24/2022 – 10:00 AM Location: Townsend Municipal Park Address: 0 Edgar Road Townsend, Delaware 19734 Save the Date!! Register to be a vendor here: 2022 Vendor Registration Register to be in the parade here:2022 Parade Registration Contact: Townsend Town Hall- 302-378-8082 or townsend.delaware.gov for additional information. Prizes, Food, Vendors, & Fun 2022 Town Fair & Parade Save the Date



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The TOWN OF TOWNSEND Invites you to Celebrate Flag Day

Date Posted: Tuesday, June 7th, 2022

Please join the Town of Townsend as the Middletown High School JROTC provides flag folding demonstrations to recognize flag day! Tuesday, June 14th 5 pm- 6 pm Townsend Municipal Park Gazebo 0 Edgar Road Townsend, DE 19734 Flag Day 2022 Flyer



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