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Upper Darby Fire Department Hires First Ever Assistant Fire Chief
Upper Darby Fire Department Hires First Assistant Fire Chief
Robert Callahan, a 45-year veteran of fire service, was appointed as the first ever Assistant Fire Chief of the Upper Darby Fire Department.
Upper Darby Mayor Ed Brown did the swearing in for Callahan who returns home to Upper Darby Township. He spent his previous 33 years serving the District of Columbia in various roles including Deputy Fire Chief.
Chief Callahan was born in Southwest Philadelphia and grew up in Upper Darby Township. He is a Monsignor Bonner graduate and began his career as a junior firefighter with the Springfield Fire Department and later served with the Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Company.
Assistant Chief Callahan’s appointment further bolsters Upper Darby’s Fire Department with another experienced veteran with experience in leadership, fireground command, operations, and administrative projects.
UDFD Fire Chief Martin, Mayor Brown, Asst Fire Chief Callahan, CAO Jones
Free Smoke Alarm Installation in Upper Darby
Sound The Alarm
Save a Life
American Red Cross
Free Smoke Alarm Installation in Upper Darby Township
When: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 9AM-2PM
To schedule an appointment, call
215-299-4029 or scan the QR code below
Upper Darby Township Council Flag Design Contest
Upper Darby Township Council Flag Design Contest
Upper Darby Township Council
FLAG DESIGN COMPETITION
Help create a flag that reflects the spirit, pride, and identity of Upper Darby.
Submission Window: March 18 - April 17, 2026, 11:59:59 PM
About the Competition:
Upper Darby Township is inviting artists, students, and community members to submit original flag designs that can proudly represent our township. This competition is a chance to celebrate what makes Upper Darby unique and unite our community through a flag that is simple, meaningful, and community centered. Each submission must include an original design and a short explanation describing the symbolism or meaning behind the artwork.
Full rules, file requirements, and design guidelines pdf file (information also below)
Who Can Participate:
• Participants must be high school age or older.
• Each person may submit up to two designs.
• Participants under 18 must include a parent or guardian signature.
Parental Consent Form pdf file
What to Submit:
• A digital flag design in an accepted file format.
• A short paragraph explaining the symbolism of the design.
• Basic contact information and township connection.
• Waiver and/or parental permission if required.
Rules & Guidelines
Competition Rules:
• Each person may submit up to two original designs.
• If the artist is under 18, a parent or guardian signature is required.
• All artwork must be entirely original and created by the participant.
• AI-generated artwork is not permitted.
• Stock images, clipart, templates, and copyrighted graphics may not be used.
• No text, lettering, complex seals, or use of the official Upper Darby Township seal.
• The design should be simple, clear, and easy to recognize.
• Use 3 to 5 colors when possible and make sure the design works as a 3 ft x 5 ft flag.
• Artwork should reflect Upper Darby in a positive and meaningful way.
• Artwork may not condone violence, disturb the peace, advertise a business, contain vulgar, profane, prejudicial, offensive, or insensitive content, or promote partisan political or religious messages.
• No compensation will be provided for submitted or selected designs.
• All designs will become the property of the Township in perpetuity and may be reproduced, adapted, or used for official purpose.
File Requirements
• Accepted formats: PNG, JPEG, PDF, AI, EPS, SVG, PSD, and high-resolution JPG.
• Raster files should be at least 200 dpi, preferably 300 dpi.
• Designs must be submitted digitally in high resolution.
Submission Checklist
• A review committee will evaluate submissions and select finalists.
• Finalist designs will be presented for public voting online.
• The final choice will combine committee review and public input.
Selection Process
1. Artist first and last name
2. Email address and phone number
3. Township connection (resident, student, etc.),
4. Short design explanation
5. Digital design file
6. Parental permission slip if required
7. Signed waiver giving the township ownership of the artwork.
Submission Contact
Submissions may be sent to: kmcintyrecouncil@upperdarby.org
Key Dates:
Launch: March 18, 2026
Deadline: April 17, 2026, 11:59:59 PM
Finalist Selection: Early May 2026
Public Voting: May 6 - May 20, 2026
Winner Announced: June 1, 2026
Flag Raising: June 14, 2026
www.upperdarby.org/flagdesigncompetition
Two Days Left to Take the Survey-March 20th-Upper Darby Township Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Action Plan
*Friday, March 20th is the Deadline to take the Safe Streets for All Survey (Below)
Upper Darby Township Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Action Plan
https://upper-darby-safe-streets-for-all-baker.hub.arcgis.com/
Upper Darby Township is continuing its work on the Safe Streets for All Action Plan to reduce serious crashes and injuries and improve safety for people walking, biking, driving, and taking transit.
How did we get here?
Late last year, the Township gathered community input on safety issues through a survey and feedback session, and reviewed PennDOT crash data to identify its “high injury network.” The high-injury networks are roads where most serious and fatal crashes occur. Using this data and community feedback, the Township selected several key corridors and areas to develop safety improvement concept plans where changes can most effectively reduce serious crashes. The Township is developing concept plans to illustrate safety improvements that can be made to key areas along the high-injury network. The Township will be integrating the final concept plans, along with system-wide safety improvement recommendations and policy and process recommendations, into the Safe Streets for All Action Plan.
How You Can Get Involved
We are inviting all community members to share their experiences and priorities through several upcoming engagement opportunities:
Survey – https://bit.ly/UDSS4A Closes on March 20th.
Pop-Up Event – Thursday, February 26, 2026, 4PM-6PM, 69th Street Terminal
Feedback Session – March 12 from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at the Township Municipal Building
Plan Open House – April 13 from 5:30 – 7 pm at the Township Municipal Building
Learn more and get involved: https://bit.ly/UDSS4A
Thank you for helping make Upper Darby’s streets safer for everyone.
Plant For the Future- Free Tree or Shrub
Plant For the Future
See QR Code or Link below to signup:
Tree Tenders of Upper Darby Tree Request Form
AQUA Water Main Construction Alert
AQUA Letter to Customers
What: Aqua Water main construction
Where: Township Line Road between Cobbs St and West Chester Pike
When: Beginning Week of March 22, 2026, through Summer of 2026
Hours: 7PM-5AM
Upper Darby Representatives Host Black History Month Panel Discussion
Upper Darby Representatives Host Black History Month Panel Discussion
Upper Darby, Pa- Wednesday, February 11th, an esteem panel of dignitaries took part in a panel discussion on Black History Month.
Upper Darby Mayor Ed Brown, Pennsylvania State Representative, Gina Curry, and Upper Darby Police Lieutenant, Laina Stevens gathered at the Watkins Senior Center in front of a packed house.
The event was hosted by Raya Fagg, Program Supervisor for the Upper Darby Senior Center.
The discussion centered around Black History Month, achievements of African Americans, influences, how African American history is American history, and how the media impacts the way we view our world.
The panelists shared their background and what impacted and motivated them to pursue their career courses. There was also a question-and-answer session with the attendees.
Mayor Brown is Upper Darby Township’s first African American mayor. Stevens in Upper Darby Police Department’s first female African American Lieutenant. State Rep Curry has served as the 164th Legislative District in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives since 2021.
Volunteers Needed at Upper Darby Senior Center
Volunteers Needed at Upper Darby Senior Center
Snow Clearance Reminder
Property Snow Clearance
Upper Darby Township would like to remind residents about the clearing of snow from their property in a timely fashion.
Per Township Code, the owner, the owner’s agent, or tenant’s property manager of any building or premises shall, not later than 24 hours after snow has ceased to fall, clear a path on the sidewalk of said property or premises. Such path shall be not less than 36 inches in width and shall be thoroughly clear of snow and ice.
Clearing sidewalks is critical for pedestrian safety, particularly for seniors and children who rely on safe and passable walkways.
If residents would like to report locations where snow and ice have not been removed, they may inform Upper Darby Township's L&I (License and Inspection Department) through the One Center at 610-734-7625 or via email at One@UpperDarby.org.
Thank you for your cooperation. Stay safe.
