March 16, 2021
Rehoboth Environment Committee to meet
The Rehoboth Beach Environment Committee has scheduled an online meeting for 11 a.m., Wednesday, March 17. The agenda calls for discussions on eliminating single-use plastics, the Dark Skies initiative and a sustainable action plan.
Those wishing to speak must preregister with City Secretary Ann Womack at least 24 hours before the meeting by emailing awomack@cityofrehoboth.com. A full agenda and meeting materials are accessible at cityofrehoboth.civicweb.net. For more information, call 302-227-6181.
Rehoboth commissioner meeting March 19
Rehoboth Beach commissioners have scheduled an online special meeting for 3 p.m., Friday, March 19.
The agenda calls for public hearings on changes to city code related to gross floor area and wireless communication. The agenda also calls for the approval of next year’s budget, and possible votes to allow the Rehoboth Beach Farmers Market to increase its number of vendors, and t
March 12, 2021
Lewes budget meeting set March 12
Lewes Mayor and City Council will meet virtually at 1 p.m., Friday, March 12, to finish its discussion about the 2021-22 budget. A link to the meeting can be found on the agenda at lewes.civicweb.net.
Lewes council meets March 15
Lewes Mayor and City Council will meet virtually at 6 p.m., Monday, March 15, to adopt the 2021-22 budget. The group will also set a public hearing on an ordinance to amend city code relating to maximum building height in the community facilities (educational) zone. A link to the meeting can be found on the agenda at lewes.civicweb.net.
March 9, 2021
Dewey commissioners meet March 12
Dewey Beach commissioners will meet virtually at 2 p.m., Friday, March 12. Members will possibly vote to approve an ordinance to adopt the definition of “persons,” to change police staffing levels and to approve the 2022 fiscal year budget. Commissioners may also vote to approve members on the board of adjustment, planning and zoning commission, and marketing committee. The full agenda and link to the meeting are available at townofdeweybeach.com.
14th RD Dems to meet March 24
The 14th RD Democratic Committee has changed its March meeting date from March 10 to Wednesday, March 24; the Zoom meeting will run from 5 to 6 p.m. Area Democrats who plan to attend should email Committee Secretary Cheryl Fruchtman, c.fruchtman@comcast.net.
March 5, 2021
Judicial emergency order extended
An emergency order in place for Delaware courts was extended for another month in an update signed March 3. The order suspends requirements for sworn declarations, verifications, affidavits and other court business. It also tolls speedy trial guidelines.
Sharrows recommended for Rehoboth streets
Looking for easy ways to improve bicycle safety, the Rehoboth Beach Streets & Transportation Committee voted in favor of recommending that city commissioners authorize painting sharrows on Rehoboth, Henlopen and Bayard avenues and State Road. The 4-1 vote took place during a March 1 meeting. Sharrows are arrow-shaped markings used to designate street areas where vehicles and bikes share space. Committee member John Gauger voted against the measure. He said he didn’t think the city should be encouraging biking on Rehoboth Avenue. City Commissioner Pat Coluzzi, who chairs the committee, didn’t disagree with Gauger, but she said
March 2, 2021
Lewes Board of Adjustment to meet
The Lewes Board of Adjustment will meet virtually at 10 a.m., Tuesday, March 2. The group will consider a variance request for 119-125 Schley Ave. regarding minimum lot width and minimum lot area within the R-4, medium-density residential zone. A link to the meeting can be found on the agenda at lewes.civicweb.net.
Lewes sponsorship subcommittee to meet
The Lewes Sponsorship Subcommittee of the Parks and Recreation Commission will meet virtually at 10 a.m., Wednesday, March 3. The group is working to develop a city policy on sponsorships in city parks to help pay for projects within parks. A link to the meeting can be found on the agenda at lewes.civicweb.net.