News & Press Releases

Mayor Brown's Appearance on Comcast Newsmakers


Mayor Brown Appearance on Comcast NewsmakersUpper Darby Mayor Edward Brown appeared on Comcast’s Newsmakers Show. The Mayor joined host, Candace O. Kelley from the 2024 Municipal Leadership Summit in Scranton, Pa. In this clip, Mayor Brown discusses…

Budget Hearing 1: Follow-Up


Residents of Upper Darby Township,The first of two Budget Hearings was held last night (November 13, 2024) in the Council Chambers at 100 Garrett Road. During the meeting, a number of residents posed questions that were not answered explicitly durin…

Drought Watch Information


Here are tips for conserving water inside and outside the home: Run dishwashers and clothes washers only when they are full. If you have a water-saver cycle, use it. Regularly check your toilet, faucets, and pipes for leaks. Consider water and energ…

Upper Darby Burn Ban


PRESS RELEASE: Upper Darby Township Implements Burn Ban Due to Fire Risk Upper Darby, PA – [November 6, 2024] – Upper Darby Township is officially issuing a Burn Ban effective immediately, following a declaration by Delaware County on October 25th d…

Shapiro Administration Reminds Pennsylvanians to Exercise Caution During Tropical Storm Debby


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEAugust 8, 2024MEDIA CONTACTS: Alexis Campbell, PennDOT, alecampbel@pa.gov, Ruth Miller, PEMA, ruthmiller@pa.govShapiro Administration Reminds Pennsylvanians to Exercise Caution During Tropical Storm DebbyHeavy rains expected acr…

20204-2025 Regional Budget Briefing


JOIN YOUR LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR A COMMUNITY CONVERSATION ABOUT THE 2024-2024 BUDGETRegional Budget BriefingMay 16, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMUpper Darby Municipal Building100 Garrett Road, Upper Darby, PA 19082Parking Lot #1 and metered street parking.Rep…

Mayor Ed Brown - The First 100 Days


Click here for the full report: Mayor's 100 Day Report Final.pdf Networking for Upper Darby TownshipFormulation of a Transition Team To begin my journey as Mayor of Upper Darby Township, I established a Transition Team of respected and engaged resid…

Municipal Building Elevator


Important Notice: Upper Darby Township Municipal Building Elevator Out of OrderAs of February 20, 2024, the Upper Darby Municipal Building Elevator is out of service for repairs. It will not be available for the February 21, 2024 Council Meeting. Me…

Delco Alert - February 16, 2024


Delco AlertMayor Ed BrownFebruary 16, 2024Good evening. This is Upper Darby Mayor Ed Brown.Your property tax, sewer and trash fee bills will be dated February 20, 2024 and should arrive in your mailboxes soon. The Township Property Tax discount peri…

Winter Weather Update - January 20, 2024


Saturday, January 20, 2024 - 7am updateOur crews have worked hard overnight and fresh crews arrived this morning to continue addressing side streets and other areas. Our guys are asking for your help - when clearing your vehicles or sidewalks, pleas…

Municipal Building Closing at Noon on Jan. 19th


Due to the inclement weather, Upper Darby Township Municipal Building will close at noon today, Friday, January 19, 2024. The One Center staff will be handling phone calls and emails during our regular business hours. You can reach them at one@upper…

Winter Weather Update - January 18, 2024


Winter Weather Update - Thursday, January 18, 2024Upper Darby Township is expecting up to 6 inches of snow tomorrow, Friday, January 19th. As of 6pm, trash and recycling is scheduled to be picked up as planned. Wednesday's Area 1 North of Garrett Ro…

Winter Weather Update - January 16, 2024


Upper Darby Township Municipal Building closed at 3pm today. All evening meetings and activities at the Municipal Building and the Watkins Center are cancelled. Public Works crews will continue salting our roads. Please be safe while traveling - slo…

January 2nd Swearing In


Please join us for the Swearing In of Edward Brown as Mayor and Council Members Michelle Billups, Marion Minick, Jess Branas, Danyelle Blackwell, and David Bantoe.You can watch life at: www.youtube.com/upperdarby

Proposed EIT to Preserve & Improve Quality of Life


For Immediate ReleaseNovember 10, 2023Mayor Keffer Proposes EIT to Preserve and Improve Quality of LifeUpper Darby, PA:  Mayor Barbarann Keffer announced today that she proposes a 1% Earned Income Tax (EIT) for 2024.  “The EIT is part of a multi-pro…

PennDOT Announces Burmont Rd. Closure


From the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT):Aqua Pennsylvania Utility Improvement to Close Burmont Road Weekdays in Upper Darby TownshipKing of Prussia, PA – The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today th…

Delco Alert 4/3/23 - Trash Schedule Changes and More


Upper Darby TownshipApril 3, 2023Good afternoon, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some important updates for our Upper Darby community.This Friday, April 7th is a township holiday and the trash and recycling schedules are different this week:  We…

Welcome Our Newest K9 Radar!


The Upper Darby Police Department is proud to announce the newest member to our department, K9 Radar, a fully trained, facility assistance dog. Radar was received through the nonprofit organization, Canine Companions for Independence. Radar is handl…

Statement re: Mayor of Upper Darby 2/6/23


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2023Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgUPPER DARBY, PA: In light of recent claims made by Council President Brian Burke, Upper Darby Township would like to clarify that Mayor Barbarann Keffer has not stepped down fr…

Statement from Mayor Keffer Regarding Events of 1/26/23


Follow Up Statement from Mayor Barbarann KefferRegarding Events of January 26, 2023Upper Darby, PA - On Thursday, January 26, 2023 I was involved in a traffic incident. I have been cooperating fully with local authorities in Upper Chichester. As May…

Mayor Keffer Announces All New Upper Darby One Center is Open to Residents


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 18, 2023Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Keffer Announces All New Upper Darby One Center is Open to ResidentsThe new Upper Darby One Center will provide our community with a new, ADA accessible, one-stop space f…

Delco Alert - 1/13/23


Hi, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some important updates for our Upper Darby community:This coming Monday, January 16th is a township holiday. The municipal building will be closed in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and no trash or rec…

Delco Alert - 1/5/23


Delco Alert Jan 5, 2023Hi, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some important updates for our Upper Darby community:I’m excited to announce that the all new One Center will be opening this month, on January 18, on the ground floor of the municipal b…

Upper Darby to build ADA-accessible skatepark at Observatory Hill Park


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 23, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgUpper Darby to build ADA-accessible skatepark at Observatory Hill Park  UPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Keffer is excited to announce that the Delco Skatepark Coalition has received it…

Delco Alert - 12/22/22


Delco Alert December 22, 2022Hi, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some important updates for our Upper Darby community:The trash and recycling schedule will change for the next two weeks to accommodate our winter holidays. There will be no trash …

Upper Darby Partners with Brixmor to Improve Parking at Pilgrim Gardens Shopping Center


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 14, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgUpper Darby Partners with Brixmor to Improve Parking at Pilgrim Gardens Shopping Center Solar powered kiosks create convenience, aesthetic appeal, and positive environmental i…

Upper Darby Awarded $2 Million RACP Grant to Fund Construction of the First Ever Community Center


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 28, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgUpper Darby Awarded $2 Million RACP Grant to Fund Construction of the First Ever Community CenterUPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Keffer is excited to announce that Upper Darby has been…

Upper Darby Fire Department Becomes One of Few to Achieve New and Improved ISO Rating


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 21, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgUpper Darby Fire Department Becomes One of Few to Achieve New and Improved ISO RatingUPPER DARBY, PA: Fire Chief Derrick Sawyer and Mayor Barbarann Keffer are pleased to annou…

Delco Alert - 11/3/22


Delco Alert November 11/3/22 Hi, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some important updates for our Upper Darby community:Next week, there are two township holidays, Election Day and Veterans Day. Due to this the municipal building will be closed on…

PUBLIC NOTICE - Upper Darby Township Year 2023 Budget


PUBLIC NOTICEUPPER DARBY TOWNSHIPYEAR 2023 BUDGET Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held by Township Council on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. before the scheduled 7:00 p.m. Committee Meeting, for the purpose of reviewi…

October 2022 Monthly Newsletter


View below updates for October 2022 and a message from the desk of Mayor Keffer on upcoming events and Township resources! Click here for the downloadable version with links!

PRESS RELEASE: Mayor Calls On Council to Retract False Report


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASESeptember 28, 2022Mayor Calls On Council to Retract False Report UPPER DARBY, PA: On September 14, 2022, Council voted to approve the final report of Chris Boggs, which was not signed, authored, or presented with any CPA and/or …

PRESS RELEASE 9/14/22


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 14, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgBoggs Changes His Story: New False Claims Debunked UPPER DARBY, PA: Tonight, the slim majority of Council’s hand-picked investigator has caved to the pressure of the all-whit…

Delco Alert - 9/2/22


Delco Alert 9/2/22 This is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some important updates for the community. First, today is the last day of twice a week trash pick up and once weekly pick up will begin again starting Tuesday September 6th. This Monday is the L…

Mayor Keffer Attends Installation of Solar Panels on Upper Darby Municipal Building


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 1, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Keffer Attends Installation of Solar Panels on Upper Darby Municipal BuildingUPPER DARBY, PA: Last week, Mayor Keffer oversaw the installation of the first ever solar pa…

PRESS RELEASE: Judge Rules Council Violated Sunshine Act - Dismisses Petition


August 30, 2022Judge Rules Council Violated Sunshine Act - Dismisses PetitionUPPER DARBY, PA: Today, August 30th, Delaware County Court of Common Pleas Judge Spiros Angelos ordered that Upper Darby Township Council’s petition for declaratory judgmen…

Mayor Keffer’s Upper Darby Summer Stage Scholarship Program Sees Great Results in First Season


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 22, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Keffer’s Upper Darby Summer Stage Scholarship Program Sees Great Results in First SeasonUPPER DARBY, PA:  Earlier this year, in fulfillment of her commitment to an equitab…

Mayor Keffer Hosts Third American Rescue Plan Town Hall in Upper Darby


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 15, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Keffer Hosts Third American Rescue Plan Town Hall in Upper Darby Upper Darby, PA: On Monday, Mayor Barbarann Keffer hosted a town hall meeting that built on the first ARPA…

Delco Alert - 8/12/22


Delco Alert 8/12/22Hi, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an important update for our Upper Darby community:Construction at the Drexeline shopping center is in full swing and traffic will be affected on the 4900 block of Woodland Avenue. There is a…

PRESS RELEASE: Wentz & Burke in Violation of UD Home Rule Charter According to Official Legal Memo


May 24, 2022 Wentz & Burke in Violation of UD Home Rule Charter According to Official Legal Memo Upper Darby, PA:  Today, the Law Offices of Sean Kilkenny, who serves as Upper Darby solicitor, issued an official legal opinion stating that multip…

PRESS RELEASE: Key Findings from Marcum LLP’s ARPA Forensic Investigation


May 19, 2022Key Findings from Marcum LLP’s ARPA Forensic Investigation Upper Darby, PA:  Marcum LLP, a top national CPA (Certified Public Accountant) firm specializing in tax, audit, forensic, & advisory services presented their findings today f…

Park Clean Ups & Community Meetings


Mayor Keffer and the Upper Darby Recreation Committee will be hosting neighborhood meetings and park clean ups throughout Upper Darby during the month of April. The Mayor's Recreation Committee has been working closely with her to fulfill her goal o…

Notice of Intent to Award - Resurfacing of Various Streets


NOI-UDT-2022-04.PDF

Notice of Intent to Award - Sellers Library Roof Replacement


NOI-UDT-2021-1600.PDF

PRESS RELEASE - Community Center Land Development Approval


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 14, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgNew Upper Darby Community Center Received Unanimous Land Development Approval and Next Steps Taken Towards Securing Budget  UPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Keffer is excited to announce t…

PRESS RELEASE - Trash Fee Rebate


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 8, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Announces Trash Fee Rebate for Eligible Residents UPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Keffer is happy to announce that Upper Darby Township is now offering a Trash Fee Rebate to eligible…

PRESS RELEASE - Mayor Launches Inaugural Summer Stage Tuition Assistance Program


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 4, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Launches Inaugural Summer Stage Tuition Assistance Program for Upper Darby Kids The new partnership with Upper Darby Arts and Education Foundation will provide up to 400 ful…

Public Safety Virtual Townhall


There will be a virtual, public safety town hall on Wednesday, March 9th, with Mayor Barbarann Keffer, Chief of Police Tim Bernhardt and Fire Chief Derrick Sawyer. Updates will be given on their respective department accomplishments from the past ye…

PRESS RELEASE - Mayor Hires ARPA Administrator and Calls For Independent Forensic Investigation


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 18th, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Keffer Announces Independent Forensic Investigation, ARPA Administrator, & Plan to Move Upper Darby ForwardTop National Accounting Firms Marcum LLP, UHY Advisors, …

PRESS RELEASE - Statement from Mayor Keffer on Emergency Council Meeting


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEFebruary 7th, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgStatement From the Mayor Concerning Emergency Council Meeting Over ARPA Fund Allocation:   UPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor’s Message - February 7th, 2022 - EMBARGOED UNTIL DELIVERED at…

PRESS RELEASE - Catholic Schools Week 2022


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 3rd, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Keffer Visits Monsignor Bonner and Archbishop Prendergast Catholic High School and Saint Andrew’s School For Catholic Schools Week  UPPER DARBY, PA: On Thursday, Februa…

PRESS RELEASE - New Vaccine Testing Trailer


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 25th, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Keffer Announces Free Walk-up COVID Testing Clinic in Upper Darby  UPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Keffer is happy to announce the opening of a new walk-up COVID-19 testing faci…

Trash Fee Rebate 2022


Homeowners who qualify for the 2021 Pennsylvania Property Tax Rebate (PA-1000) are now eligible for a trash fee rebate of $100.You can learn more about the PA-1000 program from the PA Department of Revenue: https://www.revenue.pa.gov/FormsandPublica…

PRESS RELEASE - Mayor Proposes American Rescue Plan Budget


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 21st, 2022Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgMayor Proposes American Rescue Plan Budget that Includes $1000 Bonuses for Employees, $1 Million for Gun Violence Prevention Initiative, Grants for Small Businesses & Oth…

Notice of Intent to Award - Upper Darby Welcome Center Demolitions


NOI-UDT-2021-1300.PDF 

Notice of Intent to Award - Solar Panel Project at the Municipal Building and Watkins Senior Center


NOI-UDT-2021-1100.PDF 

Responsible Contractor - Upper Darby One Center Renovation - General Construction


Responsible Contractor Notice - L.J. Paolella Construction, Inc. - General Construction

2022 Preliminary Budget & Presentation


Preliminary 2022 Budget A presentation of the proposed 2022 budget was presented at the October 20, 2021 Council Meeting. 2022 Budget Presentation DRAFT Proposed 2022 General FundDRAFT Proposed 2022 Sewer FundDRAFT Proposed 2022 Sinking Fund DRAFT P…

PRESS RELEASE - 2.5 Mil. Commitment to Summer Stage


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.org MAYOR KEFFER ANNOUNCES $2.5 MILLION COMMITMENT TO SECURE THE FUTURE OF SUMMER STAGE & GUARANTEE UPPER DARBY KIDS GO FREEUPPER DARBY, PA: Today, Mayor Barbarann Keffer announced an unprece…

PRESS RELEASE - Van Gogh Experience


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 10, 2021Contact: socialmedia@upperdarby.orgUpper Darby’s Tower Theater Reopens With Van Gogh: The Immersive ExperienceUPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Barbarann Keffer welcomes Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience to the iconic T…

PRESS RELEASE: Five New Firefighters


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 23, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org UPPER DARBY WELCOMES FIVE NEW FIREFIGHTERS FROM INAUGURAL JOINT TRAINING ACADEMY WITH WILMINGTON FIRE DEPARTMENTUPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Barbarann Keffer and Chief Derrick Sawyer at…

PRESS RELEASE - UD Adds Ten Police Officers


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 23, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org UPPER DARBY ADDS 10 POLICE OFFICERS IN LATEST ROUND OF THE MOST QUALIFIED AND DIVERSE CLASS IN TOWNSHIP HISTORYUPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Barbarann Keffer and Police Superintendent Ti…

PRESS RELEASE - Mayor's Remarks from PA LETI Program


For Immediate ReleaseApril 13, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org MAYOR BARBARANN KEFFER’S FULL REMARKS FROM THE PA LETI PROGRAM PRESS CONFERENCE IN UPPER DARBYThank you Attorney General Shapiro and District Attorney Stollsteimer for their visio…

PRESS RELEASE - Underground Railroad Walking Tour


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 26, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org UPPER DARBY BRINGS HISTORY INTO THE PRESENT WITH NEW UNDERGROUND RAILROAD WALKING TOUR UPPER DARBY, PA — Mayor Barbarann Keffer is pleased to announce the first iteration of t…

PRESS RELEASE - Community Center Public Presentation


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 5, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org REINVESTMENT CONTINUES IN UPPER DARBY: MAYOR KEFFER’S COMMUNITY CENTER PUBLIC PRESENTATION SET FOR MARCH 10UPPER DARBY, PA — Mayor Barbarann Keffer will be holding a virtual publi…

PRESS RELEASE - Drexeline Project 2021 Update


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 3, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org MAYOR KEFFER GETS DREXELINE PROJECT MOVING AGAIN Construction set to begin this April UPPER DARBY, PA — Mayor Barbarann Keffer is pleased to announce that the Drexeline Redevelopm…

DELCO ALERT - Winter Weather 2/7/2021


Delco Alert February 6, 2021 - Winter Storm Warning for February 7thGood evening, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an update regarding the snow that is due to impact Upper Darby Township tomorrow, Sunday, February 7th. A Winter Storm Watch has be…

PRESS RELEASE - Mayor Keffer Supports Governor's School Funding Budget


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 5, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org Contact: Vincent Rongione: vrongione@upperdarby.org; 610-505-8977MAYOR BARBARANN KEFFER STRONGLY SUPPORTS $26 MILLION SCHOOL FUNDING INCREASE PROPOSED IN THE GOVERNOR’S BUDGET …

DELCO ALERT - Trash Schedule Change


Delco Alert February 5, 2021 - Monday's Holiday Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an update on next week’s trash collection for our Upper Darby community: Previously our Public Works employees recognized both Lincoln’s…

Underground Railroad Walking Tour


Visit seven historic stops on the Underground Railroad right here in Upper Darby. The tour spans 4.5 miles and can be completed in approximately 1.5 hours.Locations include:Garrett Houses/Thornfield; 3218 Garrett RoadRiverview House (now Holy Child …

DELCO ALERT - Winter Weather 1/31/2021


Delco Alert January 31, 2021 - Winter Storm Warning Good morning, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an update regarding the snow that is due to start today. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for Delaware County. We expect the winter storm to…

Trash & Recycling Newsletter


January 2022 Trash and Recycling NewsletterThe 2022 Trash & Recycling Newsletter was mailed to all Upper Darby Township homes at the end of January. Haven't received yours? You can print a copy HERE or call 610-734-7625 to request one be mailed …

PRESS RELEASE - UD Receives Smoke Alarm Grant


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org UPPER DARBY RECEIVES GRANT FROM EXELON FOR SMOKE ALARMS UPPER DARBY, PA — Mayor Barbarann Keffer and Fire Chief Derrick Sawyer are pleased to announce a $2,000 grant from Exelo…

PRESS RELEASE - Mayor Secures $1 Mil. Grant for Community Center


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 14, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org REINVESTMENT DELIVERED: MAYOR KEFFER SECURES $1 MILLION GRANT TO FUND PHASE ONE OF UPPER DARBY COMMUNITY CENTER UPPER DARBY, PA — Mayor Barbarann Keffer is pleased to announce …

American Rescue Plan Town Hall


In March 2021, President Biden and the US Congress approved the American Rescue Spending Act of 2021 which provided resources for fiscal recovery due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Included in the act was funding for state and local governments.On Thursd…

PRESS RELEASE - UD Welcomes New Firefighters


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 11, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org UPPER DARBY FIRE DEPARTMENT WELCOMES FOUR NEW FIREFIGHTERS UPPER DARBY, PA: Mayor Barbarann Keffer and Fire Chief Derrick Sawyer congratulate the four Upper Darby Fire Departme…

PRESS RELEASE - UD Launches Passport Mobile Parking Payment


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 8, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org UPPER DARBY LAUNCHES PASSPORT MOBILE PARKING PAYMENT SYSTEM UPPER DARBY, PA — Today, Upper Darby Township announced the launch of Passport Parking, an application that will allo…

PRESS RELEASE - Mayor Keffer Reinvests in Fire Station 37


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJanuary 5, 2021Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org     MAYOR KEFFER REINVESTS IN STATION 37 WITH NEW LADDER FIRE TRUCK            Upper Darby Township, PA: Fire Chief Derrick Sawyer will welcome Mayor Barbarann Keffer, Councilwom…

DELCO ALERT - December 23, 2020


Delco Alert - December 23, 2020 Good Afternoon. This is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some updates for Upper Darby Township residents. Our home rule charter states that we must pass a millage rate before the end of the year. The court-mandated C…

DELCO ALERT - Winter Weather 12/16


Delco Alert - December 16, 2020Good afternoon. This is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some notifications about the snow storm.The latest weather forecast is predicting snow to begin in Upper Darby after 2pm. Our Public Works crews have been brining our…

Drexeline Shopping Center Update


Drexeline Shopping Center Update by Mayor Barbarann KefferDecember 9, 2020Tonight, Upper Darby Township Council voted to approve a preliminary land development plan for the development of the Drexeline Shopping Center. First and foremost, MCB delive…

Township Council Events Committee Job Fair


Upper Darby Township Council Events Committee Job Fair On Saturday December 12th from 2-4pm the Upper Darby Township Council Events Committee is holding a Virtual Job Fair. To register, please email udcouncileventscommittee@gmail.com with…

Twice Per Week Trash Pick Up Begins 7/6/2020


CHANGE TO TWICE PER WEEK TRASH PICK UP May 28, 2020 Dear Residents, As you were notified by our Delco Alert on Wednesday, May 27th, twice per week trash pick up will be delayed until Monday, July 6th.  The largest factor in our need t…

DELCO ALERT - June 25, 2020


Delco Alert - June 25, 2020 Good afternoon, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some important reminders for Upper Darby township residents. Fireworks have become a nuisance here in our community and we have gotten many, many calls and emails …

DELCO ALERT - June 17, 2020


Delco Alert - June 17, 2020 Hi, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some message for our Upper Darby Township community. We continue to follow Governor Wolf’s COVID mitigation plan and are still in the yellow phase - where some businesse…

UD Community Day of Healing


Upper Darby Community Day of Healing Wednesday, June 10, 2020 6:30pm In front of the Upper Darby Township Municipal Building 100 Garrett Road; Upper Darby, PA 19082 Join Mayor Barbarann Keffer and other community leaders in a peaceful gathe…

Upper Darby Rebuild Grant Program


Upper Darby Rebuild Small Business Grant ProgramUPPER DARBY TOWNSHIP TO LAUNCH ‘UPPER DARBY REBUILD’ GRANT PROGRAM FOR LOCAL SMALL BUSINESSESUpper Darby Township officials announced plans for a $350,000 grant program for Upper Darby-based small busi…

DELCO ALERT - June 8, 2020


Delco Alert - June 8, 2020 This is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an important update for Upper Darby Township. Working in conjunction with Superintendent Berhardt, I am pleased to announce that 69th Street has reopened for pedestrian and vehicul…

Statement from Mayor Barbarann Keffer


Statement from Mayor Barbarann Keffer June 5, 2020 Dear Residents, Over the past few days we’ve seen tremendously impactful peaceful protests to seek justice for Geroge Floyd and countless others. Over the past week, we’ve affirme…

DELCO ALERT - June 1, 2020


Delco Alert - June 1, 2020 Good evening, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an important update. As a reminder, Upper Darby township’s public safety curfew continues until further notice. The curfew is in effect from 8pm to 6am. Residen…

DELCO ALERT - May 31, 2020


Delco Alert - May 31, 2020 Good evening, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an important announcement. Due to recent events in our region and in consultation with the Upper Darby Police and Fire Departments, I am issuing a public safety curfew f…

DELCO ALERT - May 27, 2020


Delco Alert - May 27, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some messages for our Upper Darby Community. I would like to acknowledge the victims of COVID-19 and their families as well as the other losses many of us are experiencing: …

Residency Requirement Eliminated in August 2019


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 20, 2020 LEGAL EXPERTS AGREE: UPPER DARBY RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT ELIMINATED IN AUGUST 2019 Despite their best efforts, Keffer administration is legally unable to reinstate longstanding Township Policy Upper Darby Towns…

DELCO ALERT - May 19, 2020


Delco Alert - May 19, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some reminders about coronavirus, free food distribution and this week’s Township Council meeting. I want to express my heartfelt sympathies to those who have lost a l…

DELCO ALERT - May 13, 2020


Delco Alert - May 13, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some messages for our Upper Darby Township community. First off, I want to express my heartfelt sympathies to those who have lost a loved one to coronavirus and, in general,…

Summer Recreation Update


Upper Darby Township regrets to announce that all in-person Township summer camps and recreation programs are cancelled including the Youth and Tot Lot programs. In light of the State’s projections related to the COVID-19 pandemic, offering in…

Position Announcement: Fire Chief


Position Announcement: Upper Darby Township Fire Chief About Upper Darby Township Fire Department Upper Darby Township Fire Department has the responsibility of protecting a population which numbers approximately 81,777 residents within a large …

Delco Strong - Small Business Support


Small Businesses are the backbone of our community and Mayor Barbarann Keffer would like to remind small business owners that the Delco Strong Small Business Support Grant Program applications will be accepted online from 12:01 am to 11:59 pm on Wed…

DELCO ALERT - May 6, 2020


Delco Alert - May 6, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some messages for our Upper Darby Township community. Tonight, Council will hold its monthly committee meeting. Details on how to view the meeting are on the township website. Bec…

DELCO ALERT - April 26, 2020


Delco Alert - April 26, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with some reminders for the Upper Darby Township community. As you may know, the Pennsylvania Primary was moved to Tuesday, June 2nd. The Township Holiday has also been moved to T…

DELCO ALERT - April 22, 2020


Delco Alert - April 22, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with a message for the Upper Darby Township community. I want to offer my sympathies to those who have lost a loved one to coronavirus. It is distressing to hear of the continu…

DELCO ALERT - April 18, 2020


Delco Alert - April 18, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with a message for the people of Upper Darby Township. I would like to express my condolences for the victims of COVID-19 and their families. The number of people in our community…

Gov. Wolf Announces Plan for PA


Gov. Tom Wolf Announces Plan for Pennsylvania On Friday, April 17th, Governor Wolf announced a Plan for Pennsylvania which will provide citizens and businesses relief, allow for safe and expediant reopening, and lay a road to recovery from the …

Mayor Keffer Raises Pride Flag


MAYOR KEFFER RAISES PRIDE FLAG FOR THE FIRST TIME OVER THE UPPER DARBY TOWNSHIP BUILDING The flag was a gift from regional & national LGBTQ leaders, as first step toward new social and economic partnerships ahead Upper Darby, PA – T…

DELCO ALERT - April 9, 2020


Delco Alert - April 9, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an update for Upper Darby Township. This is a strange and challenging time and I’d like to thank everyone who is doing their part to comply with Governor Wolf’s St…

DELCO ALERT - April 4, 2020


Delco Alert - April 4, 2020 Hello, this is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an update on the coronavirus and Upper Darby Township. As you may have heard, Governor Wolf and the PA Department of Health are now encouraging Pennsylvanians to wear masks wh…

PRESS RELEASE - April 1, 2020


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 1, 2020Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org Upper Darby Township Keeps Running Through Health CrisisMayor Keffer applauds Council and Staff for keeping government running during COVID-19.Upper Darby, PA, April 1, 2020 - In t…

DELCO ALERT - April 1, 2020


Delco Alert - April 1, 2020 Good morning, Mayor Barbarann Keffer here with an update on the corona-virus. The safety and well-being of our residents is our top priority. As more testing is done, the number of people who test positive in our commu…

VIDEO MESSAGE - March 28, 2020


Mayor Keffer's March 28th Update Please view the latest video from Mayor Barbarann Keffer regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Greater Philadelphia Coronavirus Hotline: 1-800-722-7112 Follow Upper Darby Township - Government on Facebook!

DELCO ALERT - March 25, 2020


Delco Alert - March 25, 2020 Hello. This is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with a COVID-19 update for Upper Darby Township. I want to thank all of our Township residents for doing their part to stop the spread of this virus. I also want to say a major th…

VIDEO MESSAGE - March 23, 2020


Mayor Keffer's March 23rd Update Please view the latest video from Mayor Barbarann Keffer regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

DELCO ALERT - March 22, 2020


Delco Alert - Good evening. This is Mayor Barbarann Keffer with an update on Upper Darby Township’s efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. After Delaware County merged forces with Chester County’s Health Department, we learned th…

PRESS RELEASE - March 19, 2020


Contact socialmedia@upperdarby.org Upper Darby Township Mayor Reminds Residents to Stay Calm, Stay Home, and Stay SafeMayor Keffer Signs Emergency Declaration, Extends Tax Discount, and Implements Proactive Plan to Mitigate Spread in Upper DarbyUppe…

COVID-19 Update - March 17, 2020


COVID-19 (Coronavirus) – March 17, 2020 Mayor Barbarann Keffer and her administration continue to update the Township’s response to COVID-19 (Coronavirus) as new information becomes available. As always, our first priority is the safe…

COVID-19 Update - March 15, 2020


COVID-19 (Coronavirus) – Discouraging Non-Essential Travel March 15, 2020 Limiting non-essential travel is key to stopping the spread of COVID-19. Mayor Barbarann Keffer and her administration have taken important steps to protect resi…

COVID-19 Update - March 14, 2020


COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update – March 14, 2020 On March 13th and 14th Governor Tom Wolf announced new guidance to reduce the spread of COVID-19. In accordance with Federal, State, and County Guidance: All non-essential travel is stron…

COVID-19 Emergency Declaration - March 13, 2020


COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Emergency Declaration - March 13, 2020 Today, Mayor Barbarann Keffer signed an Emergency Declaration for Upper Darby Township due to the effects of the COVID-19 Coronavirus. The Township is taking steps to support the effor…

COVID-19 Update - March 12, 2020


COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update – March 12, 2020 Mayor Barbarann Keffer has been closely monitoring the global outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) including high level coordination with the PA Department of Health, the Delaware County Emergenc…

COVID-19 Update - March 6, 2020


COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Update – March 6, 2020 Local, County, State, and Federal officials are coordinating their response to COVID-19, the illness caused by the 2019 novel coronavirus. Upper Darby Township's Mayor and high level officia…

Mayor Barbarann Keffer's 2020 Listening Tour


Upper Darby Township residents are invited to share their thoughts with Mayor Keffer at one of the following Listening Sessions:Monday, February 24th, 7pmPrayer Chapel Church of God in Christ7099 Locust Street; Upper Darby, PA 19082Sunday, March 1st…