Borough Departments

The Royersford Borough Government is designed in a manner to provide the citizens of Royersford the highest level of service possible.

Mayor
The Mayor is elected for a four year term and has oversight responsibility of the Police Department. The Mayor does not vote on council actions except in cases to break a tie but does have veto power over Council decisions and on budget Ordinances.
Mayor: David Urner

Borough Council
The Royersford Borough Council is comprised of seven members, elected at large. Members are elected to four year staggered terms. The Council appoints the members of the various boards, commissions and authorities within the borough, and the Borough Manager. They are vested with the legislative and executive powers of the Borough and are responsible for the annual budget. Council meetings are held the second and last Tuesday of every month at Borough Hall, 300 Main Street at 7:15 p.m.

2008 Borough Council Meetings

January          7 - Reorganization Meeting/ Council Meeting 7:00PM

January          29     

February        12 - 26

March            11 - 25

April               8 - 29

May               13 - 27

June              12 - 24

July                8 - 29

August           12 - 26

September      9 - 30

September     16 - Budget Meeting 7:00PM

October         14 - 28

November       11 - 25

December       9 - 30

All Meetings start at 7:15 PM except where noted.

Council:
Thomas Weikel, President
John Guest, Vice-President
Bruce Buckwalter
Charles Bowers
Kenneth Wadsworth
John Kring
Bruce Burns

Borough Manager
The Borough Manager is hired by the Borough Council to direct the daily operations of the borough. The Manager coordinates and directs the work of the borough departments, prepares an annual budget for Council approval, and implements policy decisions of the Council. The manager also develops long-range planning for Council review.

Manager: Michael A. Leonard
mleonard@royersfordborough.org

Administrative Assistant: Donna Ziegler
dziegler@royersfordborough.org

Police Department
The Police Department is located on the second floor of Borough Hall. There are five full-time officers plus the Chief and Corporal to provide twenty-four hour a day police protection.
Assistance: 610-948-3333
Non Emergency: 610-948-3305
Emergency: 911

Director of Public Works & Park Director
The director oversees all operations of the borough including solid waste disposal, recycling, streets, Victory Park and maintains all borough owned property and equipment. The Public Works Department includes the Director and five technicians.
Director: Conrad Bauer pubwks@royersfordborough.org

Asst. Director/Fire Marshall:  Harry Van Horn hvanhorn@royersfordborough.org

Public Works Office: 610-948-5887

Waste Water Treatment Plant Superintendent
The superintendent is responsible for operating the Waste Water Treatment Plant which is related to treat 540,000 gallons per day. Also he is responsible for all maintenance of the collection system’s piping and two pumping stations. There is one additional operator that works with the superintendent.
Superintendent: Jack Huzzard wwtp@royersfordborough.org

WWTP Office: 610-948-3223

Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is responsible for short and long term planning within the Borough. It reviews subdivision plans and zoning requests and makes recommendations to the Borough Council. The commission meets the first Monday of every month except August and December at Borough Hall.

Zoning Hearing Board
The Zoning Hearing Board consists of three members appointed by Council. Its primary function is to hear cases requesting variances from the provisions of the zoning ordinances or rulings of the Zoning Officer. The board meets on an as needed basis.

Park and Recreation Commission
The Park and Recreation Commission is responsible for assisting in the operation of Victory Park and arranging programs at the park. The commission established rules and regulations for the use of the park facilities. The commission meets the first Thursday of every month except July and August.

Anyone desiring to serve on a committee or commission is urged to call or write to Borough Hall and leave your name and phone number. A representative will contact you to discuss your desires.

2008 Park & Recreation Meetings

January 3

February 7

March 6

April 3

May 1

June 5

September 4 - 6:15 PM

October 2 - 6:15 PM

November 6

All meetings start at 7:00 PM except where noted.

Tax Collector
The tax collector collects taxes on real estate levied by Royersford Borough, Montgomery County and also the Spring-Ford School District. Also the tax collector collects Per Capita taxes levied by the borough and school district. (Please Note: Any person with an individual income of less than $12,000 and, if married, a joint income of less than $24,000 is eligible for exoneration of Per Capita Taxes.  Income includes money received from all sources.) Payments can be made at 939 Chestnut Street,

Royersford. Hours: Tuesday & Thursday 12:00 – 2:00 p.m. & 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Closed on holidays and Election Day.

Sharon Romer
Phone: 610-792-0154
P.O. Box 218
Royersford, Pa 19468
sromer1061@aol.com