REMINDER: Notice of Solicitation Period for Candidate Packets – 2024 Town of Townsend Town Council Election
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 28th, 20242024- Solicitation of Candidates FLYER
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ANNOUNCEMENT REMINDER: Notice of Solicitation Period for Candidate Packets – 2024 Town of Townsend Town Council Election
Date Posted: Tuesday, February 27th, 20242024- Solicitation of Candidates FLYER
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Departure of Town Manager Antonina Tantillo, MPA and Town Manager Job Posting
Date Posted: Friday, February 23rd, 2024Town of Townsend Town Manager Effective, March 15th, 2024, Town Manager, Antonina Tantillo, MPA, will be departing from the Town of Townsend to pursue a new position. Ms. Tantillo served the Town for almost four years- almost two years as the Town Clerk, Acting Town Manager, and Deputy Town Manager, and for two years as the Town Manager. Ms. Tantillo was active in encouraging community engagement in the Town, leading the Town Administration, collaborating with Council, and preparing the Town for continued growth and engagement, during her time with the Town. **This position has been filled** The 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 […]
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NOTICE: Snow Emergency Declared at 3:00 pm, Friday, February 16th, 2024 Has Now Ended
Date Posted: Saturday, February 17th, 2024The Snow Emergency that was declared as of 3:00 pm on Friday, February 16th, 2024 has now ended as of noon on Saturday, February 17th, 2024. Town streets have been plowed and salted thanks to our snowplow contractor. 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 and for shoveling your sidewalks.
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Notice: Declaration of Snow Emergency, Friday, February 16th, 2024, through Saturday, January 17th, 2024
Date Posted: Friday, February 16th, 2024NOTICE Declaration of Snow Emergency Out of an abundance of caution and due to the weather forecast, in accordance with Section 10.08.010 of the Municipal Code of the Town of Townsend, a Declaration of Snow Emergency has been issued in the Town of Townsend as of 3:00 P.M., today, Friday, February 16th, 2024 through Noon on Saturday, February 17th, 2024. The National Weather Service has issued a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FROM 10 P.M. THIS EVENING TO 10 A.M. EST SATURDAY…Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches are expected in portions of central and northern Delaware, northeast Maryland, southern New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Residents are advised that roads may be slippery. Please be reminded to slow down and use caution while traveling. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For additional updates on the impending […]
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Town Hall Closed in Recognition of Presidents’ Day
Date Posted: Friday, February 16th, 2024In recognition of the Presidents’ Day Holiday, Townhall will be closed on Monday, February 19th, 2024. Municipal waste services will continue to operate on an uninterrupted schedule, with pickup on Monday, January 15th, 2024. For more details, please click the following link: 2024 Municipal Waster Service Guidelines
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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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