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Newtown Township General Code Township General Code
Overview
The local government of Newtown Township is charged with making decisions to benefit our residents. In this section are some of our local government Elected Officials, Boards and Committees to help clarify our mission, and the goal of each Township committee. We encourage you to attend your township Board Meetings and consider volunteering for membership on a board or committee.
The government of Newtown Township is comprised of a Board of Supervisors elected at large for overlapping six-year terms. The Board, which is comprised of five members, sets municipal policies under the powers of the Pennsylvania Second Class Township Code.
The Board of Supervisors holds regular meetings on the 2nd and 4th Monday nights of the month (except federal holidays). At these public meetings motions, ordinances and resolutions may be acted upon. Special meetings may also be called when necessary. Any resident wishing to discuss matters with the Board may do so at any meeting.
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Board of Supervisors
Newtown Township is governed by a five-member elected Board of Supervisors. As described in the Second Class Township Code, the Board of Supervisors is charged with the general governance of the Township and the execution of legislative, executive, and administrative powers in order to ensure sound fiscal management and to secure the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of the Township.
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Agendas & Minutes
Access easily searchable meeting agendas and minutes for various boards, commissions, and committees.
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Boards & Commissions
Find meeting times, agendas and minutes, and member information for the boards and commissions that serve Newtown Township.
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Departments
Learn about the services provided by the various departments of Newtown Township.
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Public Records Requests / Right to Know
Request records from Newtown Township, and learn more about local and state Open Records Regulations.
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Delaware County Bureau of Elections
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Municipal Projects Update
Here you can find updates to municipal projects.
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Sustainable Newtown Square
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Tax Collector
As described in the Second Class Township Code of Pennsylvania, the elected tax collector shall collect all county, township, school, institution district and other taxes levied within Newtown Township by authorities authorized to levy taxes.
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Staff Directory