South Londonderry Township
Lebanon, PA
Welcome to the official website of South Londonderry Township. We are located at 27 W. Market Street, Palmyra, in Lebanon County, Pennsylvania just minutes away from Hershey, PA. South Londonderry Township was incorporated in 1894 and is comprised of Campbelltown, Colebrook, Lawn and portions of Mt. Gretna. The 2020 Census figure recorded the Township's population at 8,776. We invite you to visit our friendly community and enjoy our small town atmosphere.
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Special Announcements
Winter Storm Notice – Please Be Patient
A major winter storm has potential to impact the township from Sunday through Monday (possibly Tuesday), Current reports state we can get snowfall totals that could reach 18–20 inches depending on the storm’s track.
Our Highway Department will be working extended hours to keep roads safe and passable. During a storm of this size, roads may be plowed multiple times, and crews must prioritize main and emergency routes before residential streets.
Please note:
To help keep everyone safe:
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as our crews work through this potential extended winter event.
Our Highway Department will be working extended hours to keep roads safe and passable. During a storm of this size, roads may be plowed multiple times, and crews must prioritize main and emergency routes before residential streets.
Please note:
- It is illegal to place snow back onto the roadway. YOU WILL BE CITED.
- Driveways and sidewalks may be plowed shut during active snowfall—this is sometimes unavoidable.
- If possible, wait until plowing operations are complete before final clearing.
To help keep everyone safe:
- Limit travel during the storm.
- Keep vehicles off roadways when possible.
- Report line-of-sight issues at intersections caused by piled snow—this information is appreciated and helps crews respond where safety is impacted.
- To report an issue contact office staff at 717-838-5556 or by EMAIL. We will address issues as we can.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as our crews work through this potential extended winter event.
2025 Expiring and/or Vacant Positions
- Municipal Authority – 5-year term – One position
- Municipal Authority – Completion of term ending 2027 – One position
- Planning Commission – 4-year term
- Zoning Hearing Board – 3-year term
- Vacancy Board – 1 year term
- Earned Income Tax Bureau – 1 year term – Two positions
- Fire Board – Members at large – 1 year term – Two positions
- Palmyra Library Board – 1 year term
- Palmyra Parks and Recreational Board – 4-year term
Interested residents willing to be considered for any of these positions should mail/drop off/or email a letter of interest to the Township Manager at the municipal building or [email protected] by December 22, 2025.
stauffer's church road closure
Stauffer's Church Road will be closed effective immediately due to a culvert failing in Derry Township. The closure and detour will be in place by October 27, 2025. The length of the closure will be approximately 6 months. There will be a detour in place using Eby Road, Meadow Lane and Bachmanville Road. More details will be provided as they come in.
Grant Awards:
South Londonderry Township - Act 101-902 - $350,000 for Leaf Waste Collection Program. 2023
South Londonderry Township - Act 101-902 - $78,000 for Leaf Waste Collection Program. 2024
South Londonderry Township - LSA - $400,000 for Mt. Gretna sewer infrastructure maintenance and repair. 2024
South Londonderry Township - Act 101-902 - $350,000 for Leaf Waste Collection Program. 2023
South Londonderry Township - Act 101-902 - $78,000 for Leaf Waste Collection Program. 2024
South Londonderry Township - LSA - $400,000 for Mt. Gretna sewer infrastructure maintenance and repair. 2024
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