As the elected officials of Dover Township, we are committed to ensuring the future and wellbeing of our community by acting as efficient and responsible stewards of our township’s resources. As such, we are writing to inform you of a significant issue that will appear on the May ballot. We hope the provided information will assist our voters in making the decision best for them. CLICK HERE TO READ NEWSLETTER

After careful consideration, we have determined that the addition of a continuing fire, rescue and ambulance levy is necessary to maintain and improve the level of service our community deserves. Our last levy for these services was in 1995; and for thirty years, our township has successfully provided fire and emergency medical services without needing to ask for additional funding. During this time, we have relied on our existing resources, careful budgeting, and community support.

However, the needs of our township have grown significantly over the last three decades and so have the costs of providing these critical services. The demands on our fire department continue to grow, and the levy would provide the funding required to continue protecting our homes, businesses, and families in the face of these rising challenges.

We understand that any request for new taxes must be carefully weighed and that ample time must be given to our residents to plan for the additional expense should it be approved. For this reason, we have placed this levy on the ballot in May 2025 for the 2026 tax year–the first payment for which will not be due until February 2027.

Your input is vital as we move forward in this process together. Should you have any concerns or questions, we invite you to attend an upcoming meeting. Together, we can ensure that our community remains a safe and thriving place for everyone.

Thank you for your continued support of our township,
Trustees Mark Digenova, John Fondriest, John Karl, and Fiscal Officer Drew Yosick