Delaware Township Board
2026 - General Election
Delaware Township Board
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Where community service meets local leadership.
The Delaware Township Board is a vital part of local government, working alongside the Township Trustee to oversee budgets, approve spending, and ensure essential services are delivered fairly and effectively to your neighbors.
As a Township Board Member, you’ll help shape decisions that affect emergency assistance, fire protection, parks, cemeteries, and more—real, tangible impacts in your own backyard.
This is an elected, part-time position with modest compensation, and it’s a great entry point for anyone ready to step up and serve.
What You'll Do:
Review and approve the township’s annual budget
Provide financial oversight for township assistance programs
Partner with the Trustee to ensure transparent, equitable governance
Engage with the public and bring community concerns to the table
If you care about accountability, accessibility, and building a more responsive government at the hyper-local level, the Delaware Township Board is where your leadership can make a difference.
Your neighbors are counting on thoughtful leaders—are you in?
Requirements.
Must:
Reside in township
Be eligible to vote
3 on the ballot.
Valuable Skills for Township Board Members:
1. Financial Literacy: You’ll be reviewing budgets and approving expenditures—understanding basic budgeting, fiscal responsibility, and financial oversight is key.
2. Communication Skills: You’ll interact with constituents, the Township Trustee, and other board members. Clear, respectful, and persuasive communication makes all the difference.
3. Problem-Solving: Township boards deal with real-life challenges like emergency assistance, fire protection, and local infrastructure. Creative, solutions-focused thinking is a huge asset.
4. Collaboration: This is a team role. Working well with others—even those with different viewpoints—is essential for getting things done.
5. Integrity & Accountability: You’re handling public funds and making decisions that directly impact your neighbors. A strong ethical compass is a must.
6. Community Awareness: Understanding the needs, demographics, and values of your township helps ensure your decisions are rooted in what matters most to the people you serve.
7. Time Management: This is a part-time role, often held alongside other commitments. Being organized and proactive helps balance it all.