Town Hall Closed in Recognition of Good Friday
Date Posted: Monday, March 25th, 2024In recognition of Good Friday, Townhall will be closed on Friday, March 29th, 2024. Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, April 1st, 2024. For more details, please click the following link: 2024 Municipal Waste Service Guidelines.
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SOLICITATION PERIOD ENDS 04/05/2024 @ 4:30 P.M.: 2024 Town of Townsend Town Council Election – Petition of Candidacy Application Packets
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 20th, 20242024- Solicitation of Candidates FLYER
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The Town of Townsend Celebrates the First Day of Spring & Women’s History Month
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 19th, 2024In 2022 Town Council passed Resolution 2022-006 to recognize Women’s History Month. To further recognize Women’s history this year the Town is highlighting the several Councilwomen who have served dating only back to 2006. Sherene “Sherry” G. Drake – Served from 2006 – 2008; although a Resolution was not found for Councilwoman Drake you may find a resolution signed “HERE” by herself and other Councilpersons who showed their support of Mary A. Rohweder, the 2006 National Miss Delaware Junior Teen Queen Sandra J. Sturgis – Served from 2006 – 2012 Karen Jennings – Served from 2007 – 2013 Lorraine Gorman – Served from 2013 – 2019 Eschalla Clarke – Served from 2021 – 2023 Sheryl Rojas – Served from 2022 – 2023 We encourage you to click on each of the Councilwomen’s names to see the resolutions passed in their recognition to get a glimpse of their dedication to serving […]
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CLOSED: JOB OPENING: Part-Time Seasonal Public Works Employee
Date Posted: Monday, March 18th, 2024Job Opening Part-Time Seasonal Public Works Employee Telephone: 302-378-8082 Email: townhall@townsend.delaware.gov The Town of Townsend, DE is seeking applications for the position of Part-Time Seasonal Public Works Employee. JOB DESCRIPTION: The Town of Townsend is anticipating hiring a flexible Part-time Seasonal Public Works Employee to work approximately 20 to 25 hours weekly. The Part-time Seasonal Public Works Employee will be working with the Public Works team to maintain and beautify the Town. Qualified applicants must have excellent communication skills and a positive attitude and demeanor as they will be working with other Town employees and members of the public. Job duties will include but are not limited to: Cleanup of Town parks and facilities Operations of landscaping and lawn care equipment Weed trimming Lifting of materials as necessary Maintenance of Public Works equipment Climbing ladders Clearing storm drains Application of pesticides Brush removal Special event preparations SKILLS & […]
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SOLICITATION PERIOD ENDS 04/05/2024 @ 4:30 P.M.: 2024 Town of Townsend Town Council Election – Petition of Candidacy Application Packets
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 13th, 20242024- Solicitation of Candidates FLYER
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COMMUNITY ALERT!!!
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 12th, 2024A message from the Townsend Police Department: The Delaware State Police helicopter is assisting in the search for a MISSING PERSON. THERE IS NO THREAT TO THE PUBLIC.
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JOIN US: 2024 MACC Spring Expo
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 6th, 2024Please join the Town of Townsend as we participate in the 2024 MACC (Middletown Area Chamber of Commerce) Spring Expo: When: Thursday, March 7, 2024 Time: 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Location: Townsend Fire Hall 107 Main Street, Townsend, DE Inclement Weather Date: March 14, 2024 This is an opportunity to learn about the vendors, businesses, and services in the Town and the surrounding area. We hope to see you there!
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CLOSED: JOB OPENING: Town Manager
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 6th, 2024The Town of Townsend is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Town Manager. The Town Manager is an appointed position in accordance with Section 7.3 of the Town of Townsend Charter. Job Description: The Town Manager is the chief administrative officer of the Town and leads every department of the Town apart from the Townsend Police Department, in accordance with municipal ordinances, state and federal laws. This includes but is not limited to the following: Public Works, Code Enforcement, Building Inspections, Maintenance, Accounts and Finance Department, Planning and Land Use, Town Clerk’s Office, Building Permits. The Town Manager reports to and takes direction from the Town Council of the Town of Townsend. The Town Manager leads the Town in concert with the wishes of the sitting Mayor and Council. The Town Manager is expected to display exceptional leadership skills and exercise sound judgment with regards to personnel issues, financial […]
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SOLICITATION PERIOD OPEN: 2024 Town of Townsend Town Council Election – Petition of Candidacy Application Packets
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 5th, 20242024- Solicitation of Candidates FLYER
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REMINDER: NOTICE OF SOLICITATION for Board of Elections Member
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 28th, 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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