Welcome to West Donegal Township

Settled in 1719 and incorporated in 1838, West Donegal Township is named after County Donegal in Ireland. Located west and south of Elizabethtown, in northwest Lancaster County, West Donegal Township has approximately 9,000 residents and covers an area of 15.6 square miles. For more information about the Township click here.

COFFEE WITH THE MANAGER

Friday, October 11, 2024 - 7:30 - 9:00 am.

Happening This Week and Beyond

The weekly deadline for the purchase of red tags for oversized item disposal is Thursday, October 10th, for items to be picked up with your regular trash during the following week. Disposal of an oversized item requires a red tag which are $4 each and can only be purchased at the township office, Mon-Fri from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm each day.

This week

  • The next Planning Commission Meeting will occur on October 10, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the township meeting room.
  • The next Coffee with the Manager will occur on October 11, 2024 from 7:30-9:00 am in the township meeting room.

Next Week and beyond

  • The next Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting will occur on October 14, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the township meeting room.

Click here to view the complete Township Calendar.

WE'RE HIRING!

FULL-TIME Public Works Employee

The West Donegal Township Board of Supervisors is accepting applications for a full-time Public Works employee.

As a member of the Public Works Department, the selected individual is responsible for operating Road Department equipment including dump trucks, loader, grader, roller, backhoe, and other maintenance equipment. This full-time position requires physical labor and indoor/outdoor work consistent with the operations of the Public Works & Road Departments. Instruction and guidance are received from the Roadmaster. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and Commercial Driver’s license are mandatory. Personal protection equipment (hardhats, safety glasses & vests) as well as uniforms and work boots are provided. The individual must work well in a team approach and be responsible to residents of the Township. Work in a previous position or related job situation is desirable. A full benefit package is part of the position.

Click here to download a copy of the complete job description. Click here to download an employment application.

Provide your resume in writing or via email to John O Yoder III, Township Manager, West Donegal Township, One Municipal Drive, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 or jyoder@wdtwp.com. Applications are available at the Township Municipal Building or download from the Township website. Resumes/applications will be accepted from 7:30 am till 4:00 pm each business day at the township office. Call 367-7178 with questions.

West Donegal Township is an EOE and does not discriminate in its hiring practices.