News

GACSD Warehouse Purchase

2/2/26 – Upper Bern Township learned today that the United States of America, with an address of U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement Agency in Washington, D.C., purchased the GACSD warehouse located at 3501 Mountain Road, Hamburg, Berks County, PA.  The Township was not involved in this transfer and has not received any applications from either … Read more

Information for Wastewater Customers

What Not To Flush: Diapers cloth or disposable, wash cloths, flushable wipes, towels, rags (any cloth items) Facial tissues, paper towels, sanitary napkins, tampons or any non-organic material. Baby wipes, disinfectant wipes, moist wipes, “flushable” wipes, etc. Dental floss, Q-tips or beauty products Egg shells, nutshells and coffee grounds Fats, oils, and greases Plastics of … Read more

2025 Contracted Services with the Animal Rescue League of Berks County

    Upper Bern Township Residents,   The Animal Rescue League of Berks County has been selected as your municipality’s Animal Control provider for 2025. As the county’s largest and busiest shelter with a dedicated Animal Control Team, the ARL is uniquely positioned to handle the management of stray domesticated animals found within contracted municipalities, … Read more

License Your Dog in PA

All dogs three months or older must be licensed by Jan. 1 of each year. Dog licenses are available from your local county treasurer and other licensing agents. For a list of county treasurers, visit www.licenseyourdogPA.com or call the Department of Agriculture’s Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement Office at 717-787-3062. Reasons for dog licensing: It’s the law. … Read more