"To promote community vitality, economic prosperity and cultural harmony, Upper Merion Township will provide services which are responsive to the health, safety and general welfare needs of the community."

"The township government is dedicated to providing these services through the efficient and effective use of the community's available resources in an honest, open and caring manner."

Upper Merion Township is located in southeastern Pennsylvania, about 15 miles from center city Philadelphia. Over the last five decades, Upper Merion has developed into one of the most important 'activity centers' of the region. The township has approximately 27,000 residents, hosts over 50,000 jobs, and offers over 9.5 million square feet of office space. Also located in Upper Merion are Valley Forge National Historic Park and the King of Prussia Mall, the nation's largest shopping mall.