Township Government

Second Class Township Government

Union Township operates under the Second Class Township Code of Pennsylvania, which governs the structure and powers of township government in the Commonwealth.

Township History & Leadership

Union Township was incorporated in 1753. The governing body consists of three elected Supervisors, each serving 6-year terms. Supervisors may be employed to work for the municipality.

The Township Manager is hired by the governing body and is responsible for day-to-day administration of the township. The Manager carries out policies set by the Board of Supervisors and oversees operations.

Township Classification

Pennsylvania townships are classified as either First Class or Second Class. A township may become First Class when its population density reaches 300 people per square mile. A voter referendum is required to change classification.

Union Township chooses to remain Second Class.

Township Government Pages

Board of Supervisors

Elected governing body, meeting agendas, and approved minutes.

Board of Supervisors

Authorities

UTMA, GAJA, and municipal authority information.

Authorities

Boards & Committees

Advisory boards, member terms, and township forms.

Boards & Committees

Planning Commission

Land development review and planning recommendations.

Planning Commission

Finance

Budgets, audits, and fiscal transparency.

Finance

Right to Know

Public records requests under Pennsylvania law.

Right to Know

Zoning Hearing Board

Variances, special exceptions, and zoning appeals.

Zoning Hearing Board

Permits & Zoning

Permits, fee schedules, maps, and code resources.

Permits & Zoning