is located in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. Its history revolves around farms, the schools, churches, mills, stores, blacksmith shops and the businesses that supplied them as well as the industries of the mountains which developed the natural resources of wood, iron ore, sand, clay and phosphorous.

Dialogue in Dickinson Fall 2009 (pdf)

 

CENTAX will hold a public workshop on Friday, February 26 from 10am to 2:30pm at the Dickinson Township Municipal Building.  Residents are encouraged to bring any questions involving their Earned Income Tax preparation.

The Cumberland Goodwill Fire Rescue EMS will host a FREE Community CPR/AED course on February 20, 2010 from 9am to 12pm at the Dickinson Township Municipal Building.  This course teaches CPR and its use in relief of choking. Course will be American Safety & Health Institute (ASHI) certified using American Heart Association’s current guidelines.  All students who successfully complete the course will receive their ASHI CPR card the day of the class. Certification is valid for 2 years.

The class will host 20-24 students. Pre-registration is required by calling 717-486-7424, or email to dickinsontwp@comcast.net. Please include you name, address and phone number.

 

• ASA CREATION PUBLIC NOTICE FOR L.B. PHILLIPS (pdf)
• PUBLIC MEETING POLICY (pdf)
• New Web Tool Allows Pennsylvanians to Check Status of Property Tax/Rent Rebates (pdf)
• 2008 AUDIT REPORT (pdf)
• FLOOD PLAIN ORDINANCE (pdf)

REVISED PROCEDURE FOR DEALING WITH THE HUMANE SOCIETY OF THE HARRISBURG AREA EFFECTIVE JANUARY 5, 2010

Due to escalating costs incurred by the Township, any Dickinson Township resident who wishes to take a stray cat or dog to the Humane Society must have a Stray Animal Intake Authorization Form.  These forms are available at the Township Building during office hours (M-F, 7:00AM to 3:30 PM) and must be signed by an authorized person on behalf of Dickinson Township.  The Humane Society of the Harrisburg Area will not accept any animals from Dickinson Township without the proper authorization form.  Your cooperation will be greatly appreciated.

ATTENTION
As of July 1, 2009 PennDOT has closed the humpback bridge on Burnt House Road until further notice.  Detour signs are posted.

NOTICE OF EXIT 44 INTERCHANGE RECONSTRUCTION TRAFFIC INTERRUPTIONS - continuing.

Associated with the Exit 44 Interchange reconstruction, residents can expect delays due to work being performed on Walnut Bottom Road, Allen Road, and Alexander Spring Road.  Please be advised that there will be periodic lane closures.

Construction is expected to be completed approximately November 15, 2010.

CD copies of the Comprehensive Plan are available at the Township building.

2010 General Fund and Liquid Fuels budget under 'About Us-Township Information'

Dickinson Township is looking for residents interested in serving on the Planning Commission, Park and Recreation Board,and Municipal Authority. Please send a letter or email with your interest and a brief description of why you wish to serve the community.