Level 1 Driving Warning Issued for New Castle County
Date Posted: Friday, January 28th, 2022A State of Emergency has been issued for Kent and Sussex counties, with a Level 2 Driving Restriction, meaning that no person may operate a motor vehicle on Delaware roadways, except for persons designated as “essential personnel.” A Level 1 Driving Warning was made for New Castle County, meaning Delawareans should avoid traveling on roadways, unless there is a significant safety, health, or business reason to do so. All motorists are urged to drive with extreme caution. To learn more about the impending storm and the driving restrictions visit de.gov/weather.
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Notice: Declaration of Snow Emergency, Friday, January 28, 2022
Date Posted: Friday, January 28th, 2022NOTICE Declaration of Snow Emergency Due to weather forecast and in accordance with Section 10.08.010 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Townsend, a Declaration of Emergency has been issued in the Town of Townsend at 11:30 AM, today, Friday, January 28, 2022. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning from 7 PM today, Friday, January 28, 2022, through 3 PM, tomorrow, Saturday, January 29th, 2022. The area is forecasted for snow accumulations of 4-6 inches, from Friday night into Saturday afternoon, with the possibility of 4-12 inches. Residents are advised of heavy snow, high winds, and low temperatures, which can cause hazardous travel conditions. Residents with even numbered addresses are directed to remove all motor vehicles that are parked on the side of any road within the corporate limits of Townsend. Parking of all vehicles on the even numbered addresses side of the street is […]
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CLOSED: NOTICE OF SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBERS
Date Posted: Friday, January 21st, 2022NOTICE OF SOLICITATION BOARD OF ELECTIONS MEMBERS There are TWO Board of Election Seats open for appointment by Town Council. Each position serves for an Indefinite Term until a successor is duly appointed. If you are interested in serving as a Member of the Board of Elections, please reach out by emailing Deputy Town Manager/ Town Clerk, Antonina Tantillo, at atantillo@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. The board of elections shall be authorized to perform the duties and […]
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Snow Emergency Declared at 6 am, Thursday, January 20th, 2022 Has Now Ended
Date Posted: Thursday, January 20th, 2022The Snow Emergency that was declared as of 6 am on Thursday, January 20, 2022 has now ended as of 4 pm on Thursday, January 20th, 2022. Thank you to all for your cooperation with removing motor vehicles parked on the even numbered addressed side of the roads within the corporate limits of Townsend.
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Notice: Declaration of Snow Emergency, Thursday, January 20th, 2022
Date Posted: Thursday, January 20th, 2022NOTICE Declaration of Snow Emergency Due to Weather forecast and in accordance with Section 10.08.010 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Townsend, a Declaration of Emergency has been issued in the Town of Townsend at 6 AM, today, Thursday, January 20, 2022. The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory until 1 pm, today, Thursday, January 20th, 2022. The area is forecasted for a wintery mix, followed by snow accumulations of 1-2 inches. Residents are advised of the potential for a slippery commute as the rain turns to snow this morning. Residents with even numbered addresses are directed to remove all motor vehicles that are parked on the side of any road within the corporate limits of Townsend. Parking of all vehicles on the even numbered addresses side of the street is hereby prohibited and will remain prohibited during the continuance of the snow emergency. Parking […]
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Town Hall Closed in Recognition of the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
Date Posted: Friday, January 14th, 2022In recognition of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday, Townhall will be closed on Monday, January 17th, 2022. Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, January 17th, 2022.
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Departure of Town Manager Anthony Mangeri
Date Posted: Friday, January 14th, 2022After almost 3 years of service, Town Manager Anthony Mangeri, MPA, CPM, CEM has chosen to move on to a new position and will be leaving the Town of Townsend effective Friday, January 14, 2021. Ms. Antonina Tantillo, MPA, Deputy Town Manager/Town Clerk, will serve as Interim Town Manager. During his tenure with the Town, Mr. Mangeri was instrumental in professionalizing the Town Administration and fostering an environment of transparency and accountability. He will be missed. If you have questions or concerns needing the Town’s attention you can reach Ms. Tantillo at Town Hall via phone 302-378-8082 or via email at atantillo@townsend.delaware.gov.
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Notice: Declaration of Snow Emergency from January 6th, 2022 at 8 pm until January 7th, 2022
Date Posted: Thursday, January 6th, 2022NOTICE Declaration of Snow Emergency Due to Weather forecast and in accordance with Section 10.08.010 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Townsend, a Declaration of Emergency has been issued in the Town of Townsend at 8 PM, today, Thursday, January 6, 2022, until Friday, January 7th, 2022. Residents with even numbered addresses are directed to remove all motor vehicles that are parked on the side of any road within the corporate limits of Townsend. Parking of all vehicles on the even numbered addresses side of the street is hereby prohibited and will remain prohibited during the continuance of the snow emergency. Parking on the side of Townsend maintained streets bearing odd-numbered addresses is permitted. The Town snowplow contractor has been placed on standby to begin plowing after snow accumulations reaches 2 inches. In addition, residents are requested to remove GFL containers from curbside to allow snow plows to […]
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Winter Weather Advisory Issued Until 10 AM, Friday, January 7th, 2022
Date Posted: Thursday, January 6th, 2022The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory until Friday, January 7, 2022, at 10:00AM. The area is forecasted for snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches for central and northern Delaware. Residents should plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5-1-1. Residents with even numbered addresses are advised to move their vehicles to their driveway or to the side of the street with odd numbered addresses. This is to allow for efficient snow removal operations. A Declaration of Snow Emergency is expected to be issued pending the continued tracking of the storm. In addition, residents are requested to remove GFL Containers from curbside to allow snow plows to safely operate.
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Snow Emergency on January 3, 2022, ending on January 4, 2022
Date Posted: Tuesday, January 4th, 2022Thank you to all that worked hard to clear the sidewalks and areas of our Town. The Snow Emergency was issued the morning of January 3, 2022, and ended this morning, in accordance with § 10.08.010 of the Town Code. Unfortunately, some vehicles were not moved in accordance with the order. This significantly delayed slow removal operations. Residents are reminded that failure to remove vehicles as directed in a snow emergency may result in the vehicle being towed in accordance with the Town Code, § 10.08.020 Impoundment of Vehicles Parked on Streets During Snow and Ice Emergencies. This is a reminder that residents are required to clear all sidewalks of snow and ice following a snowstorm. Residents are also urged to not park their vehicles across the sidewalk. This limits the ability of residents, including individuals with disabilities, to safely walk in our community. It is a violation of Town […]
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