Letter from Governor Josh Shapiro, Secretary of Health, State Fire Commissioner, Director of Emergency Management and Secretary of Environmental Protection
Below is a copy of communication sent from PA Governor Josh Shapiro to Kristi Noem, Secretary of Homeland Security regarding the proposed ICE detention facilities in PA. Also, a combined communication from Secretary of Health, State Fire Commissioner, Director of Emergency Management and Secretary of Environmental Protection.
Press Release 2/12/26
TOWNSHIP STATEMENT February 12, 2026 Since Upper Bern Township learned about the purchase by the federal government of the warehouse at 3501 Mountain Road, the Township’s Supervisors have focused solely on the health, safety and welfare impact of the facility on the residents of the Township and the Township Supervisors’ ability to address those … Read more
Upper Bern Township Information
Upper Bern Township is located in northern Berks County, Pennsylvania. Physical office address: 25 N. 5th Street, Shartlesville, PA 19554 Mailing address: PO Box 185, 25 N. 5th Street, Shartlesville, PA 19554 Phone: … Read more
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
Shartlesville Community Park-Veteran’s Memorial
Veteran’s Memorial was dedicated to Upper Bern Township on July 13, 2023.
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. Violators can be cited with a maximum fine of $300 per violation plus court costs. As of 2023, the annual license is $8.50 and a lifetime license is $51.50. If the animal is spayed or neutered, the annual fee is $6.50 and … Read more