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Board of Supervisors Statement on ICE Enforcement

Click Here to Read Official Board of Supervisors Statement on ICE Enforcement (PDF version)

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS STATEMENT ON ICE ENFORCEMENT:

With increased public concern over the federal government’s immigration policies and the enforcement of immigration laws by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the East Fallowfield Township Board of Supervisors and the East Fallowfield Township Police Department want our residents to understand the role of the Township and our police department in immigration enforcement.

The East Fallowfield Township Police Department does not enforce federal immigration laws. Immigration enforcement and policies are the responsibility of the federal government, not our local police. Our officers and Township employees will not inquire about immigration status during police interactions or when residents seek other Township services. The Township does not participate in ICE’s 287(g) program, which allows local law enforcement to enforce federal immigration laws.

The East Fallowfield Township Police Department enforces state criminal laws, traffic laws, and local ordinances to protect the health, safety, and welfare of our residents and the public. Our Township police investigate crimes and work hard to protect victims and witnesses, regardless of their immigration status. The Township does not share any information related to witnesses or victims of crime with federal immigration officials. 

Our police department does not actively participate in federal immigration enforcement operations. The Department will take only the steps necessary to maintain order and prevent breaches of the peace or other violations of state criminal law, to ensure public safety. To date, the Township is aware of only one instance in which ICE conducted immigration enforcement within the Township, and our police department was informed of the activity after it had concluded, with no involvement by our police department. 

It is important for all residents and visitors to understand the practices and policies we follow, as we are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in our community, regardless of immigration status.

Official Township Complaint Submission Process

The Township encourages residents to submit complaints and service requests so that we may better serve our community.

Please note that complaints must be submitted directly to the Township — either by visiting the Township building or through the Township’s online complaint system — so they can be properly logged, tracked, investigated, and responded to by Township staff. Complaints submitted through the Township’s official channels are reviewed and investigated by the appropriate department.

Complaints submitted through third-party websites, social media pages, or other unofficial channels may not be received by Township staff in a timely manner, may not contain sufficient information for investigation, and may not be processed through the Township’s formal tracking system.

Residents should also be aware that complaints submitted directly through the Township’s official complaint system are handled confidentially and are not subject to public disclosure under the Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law. The Township cannot guarantee the confidentiality, retention, or distribution practices of third-party websites.

The Township’s official complaint form can be accessed through the Township website at:

http://www.eastfallowfield.org/index.php/home-mainmenu-1/township-complaint-form-1

East Fallowfield Township Looking to Fill Volunteer Vacancies

East Fallowfield Township Wants You!  Volunteer To Serve on a Township Commission.

Help us build a better future for East Fallowfield Township. Volunteer today to serve on one of our commissions.  Below are the current Citizen Board Vacancies as of April 16, 2026.

Planning Commission: One Vacancy up to three alternate members.  The Township Planning Commission is an advisory board that reviews subdivision and land development matters and provides recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.  The township is seeking one member and up to three alternate members serving a four-year term.  Alternate members attend meetings and may vote when regular members are absent.  The Planning Commission typically meets on the first and third Mondays of each month at 6:30PM.

Zoning Hearing Board - One Alternate Member. Alternate members are essential to ensure that hearings can proceed when regular Zoning Hearing Board members are unavailable due to absence, illness, or conflicts of interest.  The Board has the authority to grant Special Exceptions and Variances from the Township's Zoning Ordinance in accordance with established legal criteria.  Hearings are held at the East Fallowfield Township Building on an as needed basis.  The term of office is three years.

Please submit an application and letter of interest to the Board of Supervisors through one of the following methods: via email at: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or hand deliver or mail application to the East Fallowfield Township Municipal Building, 8:30AM - 4:00PM.  The address is 2264 Strasburg Road, East Fallowfield, PA 19320.

Click here for an application:

https://eastfallowfield.org/index.php/component/weblinks/?task=weblink.go&id=1841

East Fallowfield Township 2026 Trash & Recycling Schedule

REMINDER - To report any trash and recycling collection problems, please email us at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call us at 610-384-7144 and press the prompt key for "TRASH".

East Fallowfield Township Adopts the 2026 Budget with No Tax Increase, While Maintaining 24/7 Public Safety and Essential Services

At its December 9, 2025 meeting, the East Fallowfield Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the Township’s 2026 budget with no increase in real estate taxes in either the General Fund or the Fire/EMS Fund. This marks the eighth consecutive year without a General Fund tax increase, despite ongoing inflationary pressures.

The Township’s real estate tax rates will remain at 2.0 mills for the General Fund and 1.75 mills for the Fire/EMS Fund, and all funds are balanced in accordance with the Second Class Township Code. The annual trash fee will also remain unchanged at $450 for 2026.

“Township staff and the Board of Supervisors remain committed to fiscal responsibility while continuing to deliver the high level of service our residents expect,” said Township Manager Scott Swichar. “East Fallowfield continues to invest in public safety, infrastructure, and community amenities without increasing taxes.”

A homeowner with a property assessed at the Township average of $132,138 will pay approximately $495.52 in Township real estate taxes in 2026. The figure of $132,138 represents the average assessed value of a home in East Fallowfield Township. This is not the market value of a home. Actual Township real estate taxes vary by property, based on each homeowner’s individual tax assessment. As a result, some homeowners will pay less than $495.52 in Township real estate taxes, while others may pay more, depending on their assessed value.

Of every tax dollar paid by residents, only 7% supports Township services, while 83% goes to the Coatesville Area School District and 10% to Chester County.

Despite receiving just 7% of the overall tax dollar, East Fallowfield Township provides a wide range of essential services, including:

• 24/7 police protection and public safety
• 24/7 fire protection, ambulance service, and advanced life support
• Road maintenance, traffic improvements, and paving
• Parks, recreation facilities, and free community events

The Township continues to make significant investments in public safety by funding both Modena Fire Company and Westwood Fire Company for fire and EMS services, as well as setting aside funds annually for future capital purchases and equipment needs.

The 2026 budget also prioritizes infrastructure improvements, including:

• Culvert and drainage upgrades on Saw Mill Road
• Replacement of the collapsed bridge on Mortonville Road
• An aggressive $401,262 road paving program
• Improvements to the community pond at the Township park

To reduce the burden on taxpayers, the Township continues to pursue grant funding to support capital projects and address aging infrastructure.

Looking ahead, the Board of Supervisors is also planning for the future by evaluating the replacement of the Township’s outdated police station and administration building with a modern facility. To support this long-term goal, the 2026 budget includes a $1 million transfer to a newly established Municipal Building Fund.

The budget also includes funding for free public events, such as the Township’s annual summer concert series, which is entirely funded through local business sponsorships.

Click Here to View 2026 Adopted Budget