A new Agricultural Security Area (ASA) has been officially added in Dover Township. Ag Security Areas aim to support local farmers and strengthen agricultural operations in the region. This initiative is part of a broader effort to protect the Township’s agricultural land from urban sprawl and promote sustainable farming practices.…
As winter approaches and snow begins to blanket our town, we would like to remind all residents of the importance of clearing snow from your sidewalks promptly. According to Dover Township Ordinance 21-104, property owners are required to clear their sidewalks of snow and ice within 24 hours of a…
In our last E-Xclusive, we provided an overview of the Soft Skills Training at Dover Area High School on October 9, 2024. Over 30 participants attended the event to learn how they could sharpen their skills, ranging from public speaking skills & tactics, giving feedback with compassion, and giving an…
Annually, Dover Township passes a balanced budget. The Budget consists of several major funds and several minor funds. The Major Funds are General Fund; Liquid Fuels Fund; Sewer Fund; and Water Fund. The Minor Funds are Recreation Fund; Fire Tax Fund; Recreation In Lieu of Fund; and several Bond Funds…
The members of Troop 20389 (Rory Fogle, Grace Vandzura, Cailyn Morris, Violet Brauw) were working on their Silver Award, one of the highest awards in Girl Scouting. For Girl Scouts to earn the Silver Award, they must complete a larger project with a group or by themselves. Learn more about…
Affordable and high-quality transportation is important for all people to fully participate in our local economy and increase their economic potential. United Way of York County is partnering with Fourth Economy to learn more about how York County residents travel in and around the county, and a first step in…
Little Conewago Creek Floodplain Restoration An evidence-based approach to improve water quality, enhance flood resilience, revive critical habitat, and foster community connections. Dover Township and West Manchester Township | Updated June 2024 Click Here for the Story Map
In May of 2024 our employees at Dover Township Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), began extending the utility water system. The utility water system consists of twenty (20) yard hydrants spread over the campus, four (4) utility water pumps and a large pressure tank. The utility water extension will be adding…
Dover Township currently relies on eight (8) groundwater wells to provide drinking water to its customers, as well as an interconnection with the York Water Company. This helps to supplement the quantity of drinking water supplied. In 2022, Dover Township completed a water consumption analysis projection, which showed that system…
George Street Guiderail Replacement Project Dover Township has entered into a Contract to receive a grant from The York County Board of Commissions under the CDBG Program. The Grant is for $37,000 to install approximately 400 LF of guiderail at the stream crossings on George Street. A grant was previously…