Today, the township is poised for continued residential and commercial development which will be concentrated along the Route 100 corridor. It is Route 100 that acts as the lifeline between Pottstown and Boyertown Borough in Berks County. Some residents and businesses, while being located in the township, will have a Pottstown mailing address. Portions of the township are served by public water and sewer facilities. A full-time police force serves the community.
Fire protection is provided by volunteer companies.
Residential trash disposal is arranged by private contractors. The township works in conjunction with the Pottsgrove Recreation Board and the Pottsgrove School District. Little League programs are run by a private organization. A new community shopping center is located near the border of Pottstown Borough. The nearest major shopping mall is the Coventry Mall in nearby Chester County.