**Please keep vehicles off the road for snow/ice weather events and for street sweeping** **Office Staff is located in the trailer located on the North Side of the parking lot until approximately October 2024.**

East Manchester Township York, Pennsylvania

5080 North Sherman St Ext.
Mount Wolf, PA 17347
Phone: 717-266-4279 | Fax: 717-266-0429
Hours: Mon - Fri (8am - 4pm)

News and Alerts

Spring Street Sweeping 2024 – Begins March 11th

Posted on: March 4th, 2024

Each spring the Public Works Department sweeps the Township streets. Sweeping helps protect our waterways and keeps our neighborhoods clean and livable. Debris on the streets can clog storm drains and pollute our lakes and rivers. We respectfully request that you try to keep vehicles off the street during daytime hours, Monday thru Friday during this time. Thank you.

Spring street sweeping begins in Monday, March 11, 2024 and it takes about 5 weeks to complete.

Which streets will be swept?

All streets owned and adopted by the Township will be swept. Streets in new subdivisions under construction will be the responsibility of the subdivision developer. Private streets are the responsibility of the condominium/townhouse development owner.

  • “No Parking signs” — Crews will post “No Parking” signs at least 24 hours before sweeping residential streets. Parking will be banned from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the day of sweeping.

How can residents help?

To provide efficient and quick sweeping, our equipment needs to get to the curb without obstructions. Please observe the following:

  • Try to avoid Monday to Friday daytime parking on your street if possible.
  • Do not put your garbage/recycling/yard waste containers on the street.
  • Please do not place leaves or yard waste within the street. You will receive an enforcement notice for this.
  • Small stones on the curb and sidewalks, can be swept onto the street.
  • Safety is important for everyone, so please watch children carefully when sweepers are on the roadway.

When will the sweeping be finished?

The spring street sweeping program typically takes about 4-5 weeks to complete and could be delayed by cold or wet weather, parked vehicles or excessive amounts of winter anti-skid material.

Your cooperation and patience is greatly appreciated!

Snow Plowing Information

Posted on: February 14th, 2024

Click here for detailed information *Printable*

Please do not park on streets and cul-de-sacs during a snow event.

Our goal is to clear all streets within 18-24 hours after snow has stopped falling.

**Plowing, blowing, or shoveling snow onto township streets is strictly prohibited.**

Sidewalks must be cleared within 24 hours after snow/ice event. Do not pile snow between the street and sidewalk, it could be pushed back on the walk by the passing plow.

Note: State Roads are NOT plowed by East Manchester Township.

Diagram on how to shovel your driveway.

Mailbox Damage Policy

  • Mailbox Damage Policy
  • Mailbox Damage Claim Form
  • Operators attempt to plow to the edge of the pavement, please keep your box beyond the edge or curb.
  • Heavy snow rolling off the plow can sometimes damage boxes. Damage due to pushed snow will not be repaired. A good, strong mailbox or a mailbox designed for heavy snow (cantilever post), usually withstand the storm.
  • Operators do not clear snow for mail delivery, it is too time-consuming.
  • The Township is not responsible for mailboxes on State Roads. The Township does not plow State Roads.

Township Business in Trailer until October 2024

Posted on: February 14th, 2024

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, but please be aware that beginning Tuesday, February 20, 2024, the public should park near the trailer that is located on the north side of the parking lot near the salt building. The right side of the trailer has an ADA compliant ramp and is the entrance for the public. Township business will be conducted from the on-site trailer until completion of building remodeling and an addition. The outlook is to occupy the newly constructed Township building by October 2024. During this time period and due to limited space, it is recommended to schedule your arrival, though not required.

All Township meetings beginning in March of 2024 will be held in the first two bays of the Public Works Garage located on the southern side of the building. There will be directional signage and barriers. Please DO NOT enter the construction zone and please DO NOT enter the Public Works Department beyond the designated meeting room without authorized staff.

Thank you for your understanding during this time.

Public Comment for Pollution Reduction Plan

Posted on: February 9th, 2024

If you have any comments for the Pollution Reduction Plan, please submit all comments in a written format to emantwp@emanchestertwp.com or you may hand it in in person or mail by March 21, 2024.

Highlights of 2023

Posted on: January 5th, 2024
  • Abandoned Shady Lane – The Township, after much consideration and supporting evidence from staff and the public, has effectively abandoned Shady Lane due to tractor trailers daily attempts at passage regardless of signage, which was jeopardizing a Historic bridge and surrounding property. Shady Lane is now private and will be gated by the owner to prevent through traffic.
  • Widened and Paved Blossom Drive – Previously Blossom Drive was a very narrow tar and chip road. It now is wide enough for two lanes and has been repaved.
  • Portion of Riverview was Paved – Previously Riverview was very uneven and was repaved to level the road.
  • New Ambulance Service – WellSpan EMS bought-out Northeastern EMS. The Township was not involved as EMS is a separate entity. However, the EMS service has since improved from this transaction within East Manchester Township.
  • Taxes Not being Raised – The Board has adopted a budget for 2024 that does not include raising taxes. Taxes have not been raised in over 20 years.
  • Active Duty Military Tax Exemptions – The Board approved, going forward, exoneration to Active Duty Military outside of a 100 mile radius of East Manchester Township from the per capita tax with Military Orders presented and approved by the elected tax collector.
  • New Equipment – A Chipper was purchased and is used for limb trimming on Township roadways. Previously, the Township was sharing a very old chipper with other municipalities that would break down frequently. A Peterbilt single axel dump-truck was purchased in 2021, but arrived in 2023 to replace a 1998 Dump-truck.
  • Leaves Collected – The Township Public Works Department collected and disposed of 772 cubic yards from the Township Residents.
  • EMT Phase I Building Project – The Township Public Works Department went through a remodel, addition, and upgrades to provide for much needed storage.
  • New Traffic Signal – The Township required an Industrial Developer as a part of their new construction project to improve the state roads and install a traffic signal at Zions View Rd/Canal Rd/Locust Point Rd. This is a part of a greater project still to continue named Canal Road Betterment Project. This project when complete will effectively make Canal Rd. a legal truck route from East Manchester Township to the Susquehanna Trail.
  • Intermunicipal Traffic Signal and Street Light Maintenance and Repair Agreement – The Township entered into a joint agreement with a significant amount of municipalities within York County in order to keep traffic signal/street lights maintenance, repair costs down, and on a bidding cycle.
  • Adopted Portions of Village, Hollyhock & Blaine as Public Roads – These roads are now complete with paving, speed limits (25 mph) and stop signs and will be maintained by East Manchester Township going forward, which completes the roads within Rolling Meadows Residential Development.
  • Created Northeastern York County Emergency Management Agency (NEYCEMA) and appointed Michael Fischer as Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) – The Township lead the disbandment from the Northeastern Area EMA that included East Manchester Township (EMT), Conewago Township, Mount Wolf Borough, and Manchester Borough. EMT then proceeded to lead the creation of the NEYCEMA (East Manchester Township, Mount Wolf Borough, and Manchester Borough) and facilitate the review and approval of the new EMC, Michael Fischer. Michael Fischer is well decorated with certifications that directly relate to the EMC position as well as an extraordinary background with experience in emergency management.
  • Comcast Franchise Agreement – This agreement was finalized and is a joint agreement with several municipalities in order to keep Comcast fees down for the public residing in those areas.

Snowplow Drivers Wanted

Posted on: November 8th, 2023

Part time snowplow drivers wanted. Must have valid drivers license. CDL not required, but a great option. Please contact the Township office to speak with the Highway Foreman.

State Roads vs. Township Roads

Posted on: October 5th, 2023

State Roads are not plowed or maintained by East Manchester Township. You should contact PennDOT for any concerns that you have regarding the following roads:

  • Board Rd (between Manchester Borough and Church Road)
  • Canal Rd/921
  • Codorus Furnace Rd
  • Conewago Creek Rd
  • George St/181
  • Locust Point Rd
  • Long Rd
  • Market St
  • Mt Hebron Rd
  • Saginaw Rd
  • Sherman St/24
  • Starview Rd
  • Wago Rd
  • Zions View Rd

Township Road Map

Snow & Ice Removal on Sidewalks

Posted on: November 8th, 2023

Snow and Ice Ordinance Section

All sidewalks shall be kept in an ice- and snow-free condition at all times. No notice will be given. Tickets can be issued. It is suggested to wait until after the snow plows come through to shovel your sidewalks because you do have 24 hours after the weather event ceases. If the snow plow pushes snow back onto your sidewalks, you are expected to clear them. Please do not shovel snow onto the streets to prevent this from happening. Sometimes it is inevitable and please remember that clearing the snow is a team effort between the Township, State, residents and businesses. Below is a helpful diagram on how to clear your driveway. Thank you.

Frequently Asked Questions If You Receive A Ticket