I am writing to note my strong concern that the City of Lewes is attempting to revoke the charter of Lewes’ Board of Public Works. I am particularly incensed that the change would also include disenfranchising part-time Lewes residents such as myself. We pay taxes equal to residents and should have equal voting rights. Before any such action is approved I strongly ask and urge that:
1) We ask that taxpayers and ratepayers be allowed to fully understand the benefits/cost and risk associated with this intended action
2) This disagreement should be settled between the City of Lewes and the BPW and not the state Legislature. It strikes me very sadly that these two groups should not be able to mutually negotiate a resolution to their issues. This is especially true in a small town. Why the need to spend time and taxpayers’ money in moving this action to the state Legislature is beyond me
3) All ratepayers and taxpayers should be allowed to comment on proposed changes. Such changes should be communicated in writing to all residents, both part-time and full-time, of Lewes
4) If any change is considered, there needs to be a full and detailed transition plan developed to ensure the continuity of the high level of service provided by the BPW. In today’s challenging COVID-19 environment there is no need to rush through any change, especially when the public cannot fully attend and engage in the process.
Kevin McDonald and Sean McClafferty
Lewes
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