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Public Notice – Proposed Adoption of Act 537 Plan
If you would like to offer comments in person, please attend the Municipal Authority Board’s meeting on February 23rd as they oversee the Township’s sanitary sewer system. Also, our engineers…
Township Building Closed January 26
Due to inclement weather conditions, the Lower Swatara Township building will be closed tomorrow, January 26th. If you need help, please call 717-939-9377, and someone will get back to you…
Snow Emergency Declared
The Lower Swatara Township Board of Commissioners has declared a SNOW EMERGENCY with the following details: Effective: 6:00 PM on January 24, 2026Ending: 12:00 PM on January 26, 2026 During…
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Township Highlights
RECREATION
From playgrounds to pickleball, our parks and programs offer fun for all ages. Explore the places and activities that make Lower Swatara a great place to play.
Organizations
Our community comes alive through local groups that serve, connect, and inspire. Discover how residents are making a difference on the field, in town, and beyond.
History
Rooted in rich tradition, Lower Swatara’s story stretches from Native trails to modern neighborhoods. Take a closer look at the people, places, and moments that shaped our township.
Lower Swatara Township Building
Address: 1499 Spring Garden Drive
Middletown, PA 17057
Phone: 717-939-9377 Fax: 717-939-5682
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.
Welcome to Lower Swatara Township
A Community with Momentum and Roots that Run Deep
Nestled along the scenic Swatara Creek just six miles from Pennsylvania’s capital, Lower Swatara Township offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and regional access. Located in Dauphin County, our 14.6-square-mile community is home to a diverse blend of neighborhoods, thriving businesses, rich farmland, and essential institutions in education and government.
Bordered by vibrant neighbors like Middletown, Swatara Township, and Derry Township, Lower Swatara is both connected and uniquely its own. Whether you’re raising a family, building a business, or enjoying a slower pace near the river, you’ll find Lower Swatara to be a welcoming and well-rounded place to call home.
