Pool Membership Refund Request Deadline - July 4th (5 pm)

For pool members, who have been unable to use the pool facility because of the “H” pool closure, please send your membership cancellation and refund request to matt@standguardaquatics.com by 5 pm on Monday, July 4. Refunds will not be accepted after this date. A previous email from StandGuard Aquatics was sent to membership with guidance on refunds.


Special Meeting to Appoint Auditor - July 6 at 4:30 pm

The Board of Supervisors will hold a Special Meeting on Wednesday, July 6 at 4:30 pm. The Special Meeting will be held in person at the Meeting Hall Building, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446 and via the Zoom remote meeting platform. 

The purpose of the meeting is to fill a vacancy position on the Board of Elected Auditors. A new member will be appointed by the Board of Supervisors, with a term to expire on December 31, 2023, in conjunction with the next municipal election. Zoom log-in access is available here and can be requested by emailing info@towamencin.org until 3:30 pm, July 6.


Upcoming Events at Fischer's Park

Address: Fischer’s Park - 2225 Bustard Road, Lansdale, PA 19446 

  • July 14th at 7pm – “Newspaper Taxis” concert

The Newspaper Taxis recreate the original compositions with a unique and dynamic energy, playing homage to the Beatles' artful compositions and legendary performances. This band provides a Fab Four experience unlike any other performing a wide selection of songs from across the entire Beatles universe with top-notch musicianship for anyone who shares that same love for The Beatles.

Donning the symbolic suit-and-tie look of the British Invasion era, these four musicians share their love for The Beatles without wigs, costume changes, or backing tracks. Instead, they focus on providing music fans of all ages an exhilarating live performance that they will never forget.

Content provided by http://www.thenewspapertaxis.com/

  • July 28th at 7pm – “High Noon” concert

High Noon is the East Coast's premier tribute to Lynyrd Skynyrd & Southern Rock, performing exclusively the 70's classic hits of Lynyrd Skynyrd, The Allman Brothers Band, Molly Hatchet, The Outlaws, 38 Special and The Marshall Tucker Band. With a deep dedication to the legacy of this timeless music, HIGH NOON brings an authenticity like no other. 

Join us on a journey back to a golden age of live music, and experience once again the raw power of all of your favorite anthems from the founding fathers of Southern rock.

Content provided by https://www.highnoonrocks.com/


Employment Opportunities

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & CODE ENFORCEMENT

Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, a second-class township with a population of 19,000, is seeking a highly professional, results-oriented individual to serve as the Director of Community Development & Code Enforcement. The Director should possess strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal and communication skills, and is computer proficient. They must have comprehensive knowledge of local Pennsylvania planning, development, and land use policies, practices, and regulations. 

The Director is responsible for the enforcement of all Township Ordinances and state laws including but not limited to, building, zoning, and property maintenance. The Director is responsible for reviewing and processing all Subdivision and Land Development Plans, Conditional Uses, map and text amendments, variance and special exception applications. The Director is a professional supervisory position, who reports to the Township Manager, provides overall direction and supervision over all aspects of the department, and provides support to the Zoning Hearing Board and Planning Commission. The Director will represent the Township at public meetings and will manage staff of experienced professional inspection, building code, zoning, and construction officials. Also serves as Zoning Officer.  

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree (engineering, public administration, or closely related field) with at least 8 years of relevant experience, including supervision, required. Position is full-time. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Annual salary range: $90k to $100k. Full job description can be found at www.towamencin.org. Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to: Towamencin Township, ATTN: Colleen Ehrle, Administration and HR Manager, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446 or email: HR@towamencin.org. EOE, Excellent Benefits. Deadline for submissions is July 5, 2022.

FULL TIME PUBLIC WORKS POSITION

This position performs work assigned and supervised by the Public Works Director and Parks Supervisor. The majority of the work consists of the maintenance of Township grounds and facilities. The position operates various hand and power tools, including zero-turn mowers, weed whackers, pole saws, chainsaws, brush cutters, tree chippers, and other equipment of similar complexity.

The position also drives trucks and operates heavy construction equipment and requires a minimum of a class B PA license. Specific work examples include: loading and unloading of materials and tools from trucks, cutting grass, brush and branches, using hand and powered tools, application of snow and ice control materials and other maintenance chemicals, performing minor maintenance and repair operations on equipment and vehicles and the cleaning and painting of Township facilities. The position will operate vehicles to transport tools and equipment, apply road construction materials, plow snow and spread ice and snow control materials. The position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance operations on the vehicles operated and for reporting other needed maintenance. Equipment operation will include: trucks, mowers, rollers, backhoes, material loaders and other vehicles of similar complexity. The position will be responsible to perform other related work as may be required or assigned.

Primary Duties/Accountabilities

  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to learn and carry out simple mechanical operations.
  • Knowledge of the proper operating procedures and safety practices associated with trucks, construction and maintenance equipment.
  • Ability to recognize defective operation of vehicles and to perform routine maintenance operations.
  • Knowledge of state laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles on highways.

Towamencin Township offers a great opportunity, with excellent benefits and a competitive starting salary range of $49,000.00 - $53,000.00 to the selected applicant. Applications and Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications are available here. Resumes/applications can be mailed to Towamencin Township, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446 or emailed to Colleen Ehrle at HR@towamencin.org.  



Wishing our residents a Happy & Safe 4th of July Weekend!

The Township Administration Building will be closed for the holiday on Monday, July 4th.  

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