Upper Darby Township · issues
Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Upper Darby public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Rat Infestations and Sanitation Services
Residents reported severe rat infestations and missed trash collections, demanding better municipal services and property maintenance.
Immigration Enforcement and Local Services
Residents and council discussed a proposed policy preventing local police from cooperating with civil immigration enforcement by ICE. Supporters urged council to pass stronger protections, while some raised concerns about federal law compliance.
Safe Haven Declaration
Upper Darby just made it official: the township is a safe haven for LGBTQ+ residents, strengthening local protections to make sure everyone feels welcome and secure. It's a clear statement that the city stands with its queer community against outside rollbacks.
Trash Collection Delay
Trash pickup in Upper Darby might be delayed by up to two weeks because a COVID-19 outbreak hit the sanitation department. You'll need to leave your bins out longer while the city hustles to cover the staffing shortage.
Policing Reform
Upper Darby is giving its police department a major makeover with new policies and reforms. If you live around here, get ready for some big changes in how local cops do their jobs.
Municipal Embezzlement
An Upper Darby township employee just got busted for allegedly swiping over $216,000 in public cash. It's a wake-up call that our local government really needs to step up its financial oversight so our hard-earned tax dollars aren't wasted.