The Lehigh Township Municipal Authority meeting scheduled for July 3, 2025, has been rescheduled to July 7, 2025, at 6:00 pm

The Ad Hoc meeting scheduled for July 23, 2025, has been rescheduled to July 30, 2025, at 6:00 pm

The $10 fee for the yard waste access card is now a one time fee; however, there is a charge of $10 required for a replacement card.

Norhtampton County will be holding a Household Hazardous Waste collection event on October 4, 2025. Drop-off is by appointment only, registration opens September 4, at 8:00 am. Please click here to view the flyer for details.

Lehigh Township is seeking a full time Zoning/Code Enforcement Officer. Individual responsible for enforcement and interpretation of Township Ordinances, which includes issuing of permits, zoning opinions, enforcement letters, field inspections. Also assists Planning Commission in review of all planning and zoning related functions. Prior experience and background in planning, government or public administration and working knowledge of planning and zoning requirements preferred. Must possess effective communication and computer skills. Strong customer service, public outreach and relationship building skills are also necessary. Valid current PA driver’s license required and PA Building Code Official certification preferred. Complete job description can be obtained at the Township Office during regular business hours. Interested candidates should send letter of interest and resume to Alice Rehrig, Township Manager, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088, or email to arehrig@lehightownship.com by June 6. Lehigh Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Lehigh Township is seeking multi-skilled applicants to fill a position in the Public Works Department. Candidates should have experience in the construction field and be comfortable working with various equipment and power tools. Pesticide spraying license and PennDOT flagger certification a plus. Duties include, but are not limited to routine road maintenance (including earthmoving and paving work, building repairs and maintenance, park maintenance, and snow and ice removal. Must be available for emergency call out. Must have HS Diploma or equivalent. Must possess a valid PA driver’s license in good standing. A CDL Class B endorsement or Class A preferred. A copy of drivers license should be attached to application. Candidates are subject to pre-employment Drug and Alcohol testing as well as random drug and alcohol tests if employed. Starting rate $25 per hour with competitive benefits. Residency within 10 miles of Municipal Complex a plus. Application forms are available at the Municipal Building or on the website, www.lehightownship.com. Applications can be submitted to Lehigh Township, 1069 Municipal Road, Walnutport, Pa. 18088. Applications will be accepted through July 18, 2025.Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Lehigh Township Police Department is accepting applications for the position of Full-Time Police Officer. We are seeking qualified, motivated, and community-oriented individuals dedicated to serving and protecting the residents of Lehigh Township. Applicants must demonstrate strong integrity, sound judgement, and the ability to respond effectively in dynamic situations.

Minimum Qualifications:
• Must be a US Citizen and at least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• ACT 120 Certification
• Any applicant currently in the police academy must successfully complete the academy and pass the MPOETC ACT 120 certification test prior to the projected date of appointment with the Lehigh Township Police Department. Applicants who cannot obtain MPOETC ACT 120 certification by the projected date of appointment with the Lehigh Township Police Department shall be disqualified.
• Possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator’s license
• Ability to pass an oral interview, and a background investigation which includes a polygraph examination
• Must be able to pass both a physical and a psychological examination
• Strong communication and report writing skills
• Must be able to work days, nights, weekends and holidays

Salary and Benefits Include:
o Starting salary: $62,360.48
o After one year of service: $71,269.12
o Top rate: $89,086.48 after 5 years
*Current contract expires 12/31/2025
• 12-Hour rotating shifts
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Pension plan
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave
• Uniform and equipment provided
• Opportunities for advancement and specialty training
• Beard Policy: Professional facial hair is permitted
• Visible tattoos allowed

Application Deadline: Friday, July 25, 2025; 3:30pm
• No application fee

How to Apply:

Applications can be obtained in person at the Lehigh Township Police Department; 1043 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088 or online at: https://www.lehightownship.com/index.html (under “police department”, “forms and documents”.

Completed applications must be returned by 3:30pm on Friday, July 25, 2025. Applications can be returned in person or mailed at/to at the Lehigh Township Police Department; 1043 Municipal Road, Walnutport, PA 18088 or emailed to ltpd1@lehightownship.com.

Please note that the Yard Waste Center will now be opened on Sunday.

The Ad Hoc meetings scheduled for April 23, 2025, and May 28, 2025, at 6:00 pm, have been CANCELED.

A fireworks permit has been issued for displays at Woodstone Country Club on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at approximately 9:30 PM; Friday, June 27, 2025, at approximately 9:30 PM; and Friday, July 4, 2025, at approximately 9:30 PM. A fireworks permit has been issued for a display at Becky's Drive In on Saturday, June 14, 2025, (Rain Date Saturday, June 21, 2025) at approximately 9:00 - 9:30 PM.

Please click here to view the tax collection schedule, payment information and other pertinent general information for 2025 Tax Payments.

Please click here for detailed information on the yard waste center.

Please click here for detailed information regarding the yard waste center changes.

Please click here for the card access regulations. This form must be completed when applying for the access card to the yard waste facility.

Please visit the FRCA website for hours, additional information regulations and fees. Yardwaste Collection

Over the past several weeks, there have been alot of dead trees falling throughout the Township as a result of the recent winds. We would like to remind residents that the maintenance trees is the responsibility of the property owner as outlined in Chapter 155 of the Codified Ordinances.



Please click here to view the entire ordinance.

The Board of Supervisors adopted Ordinance 2020-4, which requires all residential structures/dwelling units, commercial structures or any other structures, to place a reflective emergency response number sign in a conspicuous place on said property. The sign shall be 3" or 4" high white relective numbers with a green reflective background, visible both during the day and at night. It shall be a 4" - 6" x 18" rectangular sign, to be displayed either vertically or horizontally. Nonresidential structures containing multiple units, shall contain signs on entrance doors of each unit. Compliance deadline is June 30, 2021. Please click here to view the ordinance requirements.

All residents, please be reminded that if you have an emergency that requires an immediate response from the Police, Fire or Ambulance, call 911 or 610-317-0808 not the police department office number (*610-760-8800). *The PD number is not staffed 24 hours.