ANNOUNCING: Notice of Solicitation Period for Candidate Packets – 2024 Town of Townsend Town Council Election
Date Posted: Friday, February 16th, 20242024- Solicitation of Candidates FLYER
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NOTICE OF SOLICITATION: Board of Elections Member
Date Posted: Friday, February 9th, 2024SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBERS There is ONE Board of Election Seat open for appointment by Town Council. The position serves for an Indefinite Term until a successor is duly appointed. Please note that the 2024 Town of Townsend Election is scheduled for the first Saturday in May; May 4th, 2024. If you are interested in serving as a Member of the Board of Elections, please reach out by emailing Town Clerk, Mariaelena Rivera, at mrivera@townsend.delaware.gov The qualifications for Board of Election Members can be found below. Qualifications for Board of Elections Members Townsend Municipal Code: 2.20.080 Board of Elections The Town of Townsend Board of Elections (to be referred to as “board of elections”) is hereby established, having three members to be appointed by town council. Each board member shall be a resident of the town and shall serve an indefinite term until his successor is duly appointed. […]
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SIGN-UP TODAY!!! – CodeRED Notifications
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 7th, 2024Code Red is an important tool which allows for the Town of Townsend to reach out and communicate important information and emergency messages to residents. Please take advantage of this important service and sign up. Should you need assistance with registration, please contact Townsend Town Hall 302-378-8082 or townhall@townsend.delaware.gov. What is CodeRED and why is it important to me? CodeRED is an emergency notification service that allows emergency officials to notify residents and businesses by telephone, cell phone, text message, email and social media regarding time-sensitive general and emergency notifications. Only authorized officials have access to the CodeRED system. When will CodeRED be used? Any message regarding the safety, property or welfare of the community will be disseminated using the CodeRED system. These may include AMBER alerts, notifications of hazardous traffic or road conditions, boil water advisories or evacuation notices. To sign-up for CodeRed, please click the following link: https://public.coderedweb.com/CNE/BFE540570CAF […]
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COMMUNITY NOTICE: 2024 National Wildlife Photo Contest
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 6th, 2024The National Wildlife Federation (NWF) is holding their 53rd Annual National Wildlife Photo Contest. The contest entry period is open from “12:01 am North American Eastern Standard Time (EST) on January 17, 2024 and the final date for submitting photos is March 31, 2024, at 11:59 pm North American Eastern Daylight Time”. All entries must be submitted directly to NWF; general information regarding the contest may be found below. For additional details concerning the entry rules, please click the following link: 2024 National Wildlife Photo Contest Information and Rules. Enter the 2024 National Wildlife Photo Contest Today! Now entering its 53rd year, the prestigious National Wildlife® Photo Contest celebrates wildlife, habitats and the natural world, with an emphasis on conservation and ethical photography honoring the well-being of animals in the wild. All entries support the conservation mission of the National Wildlife Federation, which is dedicated to saving wildlife species and habitats. Amateur and professional photographers alike […]
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Townsend Town Council Recognizes Townsend Police Department’s Sergeant McCloskey
Date Posted: Friday, February 2nd, 2024During last month’s regular Town Council meeting, Council members formally recognized Sergeant Earl McCloskey for the 2023 Delaware Crime Stoppers Robert J. Seinsoth Memorial Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award he received in December. Resolution 2024-001 sponsored by Councilman Suhr and Councilman Mertz recognized Sergeant McCloskey’s “dedication and service to the safety of the Town of Townsend” and for his hard work on a months long investigation; all while completing his other responsibilities and duties for the Townsend Police Department. “Mayor Scott Lobdell, and Council Members Joshua Mertz, Joseph Bangura, Matthew Chapman, and Marcus Suhr along with the Town Staff and Town Residents….wish to congratulate, Sergeant McCloskey, for his award of the 2023 Delaware Crime Stoppers Robert J. Seinsoth Memorial Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award.” To see the signed resolution presented to Sergeant McCloskey in the picture below, click HERE.
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2024 TOWN FAIR: Parade Information – Categories & Registration
Date Posted: Friday, February 2nd, 2024The Town of Townsend is seeking participants for the Annual Townsend Parade that will be held RAIN or SHINE on Saturday, June 1st, 2024! Participants may enter the contest to be considered a winner in the following categories: Best Performance Best Classic Vehicle (25+ years) Best Antique Vehicle (Pre-1980) Best Vintage Vehicle (WW2 and earlier) Best Float (Float or Themed Car) Largest Group To register and sign-up for the contest, please click HERE. **Deadline to register is Saturday, May 12th, 2024.** Parade Registration Flyer
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JOB OPENING: Part-time Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer
Date Posted: Wednesday, January 24th, 2024*This posting has been updated to revise the contact information* Job Opening Part-time Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer Telephone: 302-378-8082 Email: townhall@townsend.delaware.gov The Town of Townsend, DE is seeking applications for the position of Part-time Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer. JOB DESCRIPTION: The Town of Townsend is anticipating hiring a flexible part-time Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer to work approximately 15 to 25 hrs. weekly. The Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer will be responsible for conducting investigations and ensuring compliance with relevant building codes and related Town and property management ordinances. The employee may issue citations and bring violations to the Justice of the Peace Court and may testify if necessary. The Building Inspector / Code Enforcement Officer will be required to maintain confidentiality and prepare reports and keep appropriate records. Qualified applicants must have excellent communication skills to communicate information from the Town […]
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NOTICE: Snow Emergency Declared on, Thursday, January 19th, 2024 Has Now Ended
Date Posted: Monday, January 22nd, 2024The Snow Emergency that was declared on Thursday, January 18, 2024 has now ended as of Monday, January 22, 2024. Town streets were immediately plowed and salted thanks to our snowplow contractor, during and following the storm. They were again plowed and salted throughout the weekend as the wind and temperatures presented additional snow and ice on Town roads. Thank you to everyone who cooperated with removing motor vehicles parked on the even numbered addressed side of the roads within the corporate limits of Townsend and for shoveling sidewalks. Please continue to shovel your sidewalks and move your vehicles to the correct side of the road during snow emergencies to allow for the plows to safely pass through streets and to allow for pedestrians to have safe routes of travel on Town sidewalks.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE FROM CASELLA – 01/22/2024
Date Posted: Monday, January 22nd, 2024The Town has been informed by our municipal waste provider, Casella, that they were unable to complete the recycling pickup on Hugh Circle and Tracy Circle, today, January 22nd. Casella advised they will be out tomorrow morning, January 23rd, to complete the recycling pickup for Hugh Circle and Tracy Circle. We thank you for your patience and understanding! Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call Town Hall at 302-378-8082. *Offices are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.*
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Statewide Travel Advisory Issued for the Afternoon and Evening of Friday, January 19th.
Date Posted: Friday, January 19th, 2024The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) and the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) have issued a travel advisory for the afternoon and evening of Friday, January 19th. Delawareans should expect poor visibility from heavier snowfall and freezing on road surfaces tonight as temperatures drop. Please use caution if you must be on the roads: Slow down and approach intersections carefully. Wear a seatbelt. Clear your car of snow and ice before driving. Turn on your headlights. Use extra caution when driving over bridges and overpasses – they freeze faster than roads and there may be ice that you cannot see. Leave plenty of space between you and the car in front of you. Apply brakes carefully and allow for more stopping distance. If your vehicle starts to skid, don’t panic and don’t apply the brakes hard.
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