Heidelberg Township,
Berks County
Township Building
11 Tulpehocken Forge Road
Robesonia, Pa 19551
Hours: 9am - 12pm
(Call prior for official business)
Welcome
Tulpehocken Township was erected at the time
Lancaster County was formed. In 1734, the first
subdivision occurred in the Tulpehocken Settlement,
when Heidelberg Township was established. The
concentration of settlers in this particular section of
territory and the influence generated through Conrad
Weiser, played aleading role in obtaining the legislative
action. As a result, these frontier folk acquired better
representation. Although a few homes had been
established at the time the first settlers arrived, on and
near the western boundary line of this newly created
district, it was not until 1728-1729, that the real
infiltration of pioneers began to enter into this Township.
It was named after Heidelberg, a beautiful old university
town, located in southern Germany from where some of
these Palatines had emigrated. Again, Conrad Weiser
must have had a strong voice in the selection of this
Township’s identification. It also was an indication of the
political power that Conrad wielded and the high esteem
in which the Provincial government held him even at this
early date.
Today Heidelberg Township has a population of
1741 with 23.55 miles of Township road and 15.11 miles
ofstate road, totaling 38.48 miles of road. The Township
road crew is responsible for all Township roads and the
state is responsible for state roads. Our area has always
been known for its scenic beauty and well-kept farms.
The farmers in the area are progressive, keeping abreast
of the latest research and technology.
The Township is bordered by: Marion Township
(west), North Heidelberg Township (north), Lower
HeidelbergTownship (east), South Heidelberg Township
(southeast), and Millcreek Township (southwest).
Police services are provided by
South Heidelberg Township:
610-670-9885
Always call 911 for emergencies.
Commercial Recycling Information
Resedential Recycling Information
Acceptable Recycling Materials
Paper - dry & clean: Bagged (in
brown grocery bags NOT PLASTIC) or
bundled. PLEASE DO NOT PLACE PAPER
IN RECYCLING CONTAINER.
Newspaper, inserts, magazines,
catalogs, junk mail, envelopes, file
folders, office white, colored and
computer paper (staples & paper clips
OK) and cardboard (bundled).
Containers - empty & clean:
loose in recycling container - not in
plastic bags. Aluminum cans (beer &
soda), glass bottles, jars (food & drink
only), plastic bottles, jars, and tubs
labeled #1 - #7 (this number is found
on the bottom of all containers) such as
soda, water, milk, juice, liquor,
shampoo, detergent, condiments, salad
dressing, yogurt, margarine, pet food,
etc. THESE ITEMS MAY BE
COMMINGLED IN YOUR RECYCLING
CONTAINER.
Unacceptable Materials
NO cermaics, dishes, coffee cups,
drinking glasses, glass cookware/
bakeware (Pyrex, Vision Ware, etc.)
Window glass, mirrors, light bulbs,
plastic bags, styrofoam containers,
packaging peanuts, takeout containers,
plastic cups and plastic table ware,
containers of hazardous or toxic
materials, tissue or paper towels, books,
tyvek, envelopes, carbon papers, paper
cartons for milk or juice, with coated
boxes, toys, household appliances, coat
hangers, food waste and garbage.
Helpful Information
Reduce your waste to no more than one can (2
bags) a week: The rest gets recycled or
composted.
Take action to receive less junk mail. Receiving
too many credit card and insurance offers?
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, you have
the right to opt-out of receiving their mail.
Visit: www.optoutprescreen.com
BERKS COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY
Please check www.co.berks.pa.us/swa or call
610-478-6362 for county collection of
household hazardous waste, electronic waste
and tires.
Available at the Township Building
Tax Information
Treasurer & Tax Collector:
Janet Thumm
For 2022, sitting hours are back at the
township office.
April 18
th
, 22
nd
, 30
th
from 10am-2pm
April 19
th
, April 25
th
from 5pm-8pm
To pay taxes by mail please forward to the
following address:
Janet Thumm
P.O. Box 217
Robesonia, PA 19551
When mailing your payment,
If you require a receipt, please include a
self- addressed stamped envelope.
Payment Information:
Janet Thumm
P.O. Box 217
Robesonia, Pa 19551
Due: December 31st
via cash or
cashier’s check.