Township Departments

Administration & Finance

One of the most important tasks of the Board of Supervisors is to prepare the Budget and Fiscal Plan ("the Plan"). The Board reduced the earned income tax in 1997 from 1% to .5%. The Board also reduced sewer rates in April of 2000 by approximately 10%. The Board of Supervisors is committed to providing Township citizens and taxpayers with high-quality service while maintaining tax rates which are among the lowest in Montgomery County.

Building & Zoning

The Lower Gwynedd Building & Zoning Department is responsible for enforcing the rules and regulations of electrical, building, and plumbing projects. The Department operates under the guidelines of the Pennsylvania Second Class Township Code.

Parks & Recreation

The Lower Gwynedd Parks & Recreation Department is responsible for the appearance and maintenance of the Townships parks. The organization and scheduling of Township programs is just one of the many tasks on the agenda for those involved with this department of the Township.

Police Department

The Lower Gwynedd Township Police Department is composed of 18 sworn officers who maintain round-the-clock street patrols, investigate auto accidents, enforce traffic regulations, and respond to a variety of requests for assistance from the community.

Public Works

Lower Gwynedd Township's Public Works Department is responsible for the maintenance of roads, sewer lines and park facilities in the Township. Robert Pierson is the Director of Public Works. Michael DeStefano is the Assistant Public Works Director. The hours of the department are from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Monday to Friday.