News Briefs 1/19/21

January 19, 2021

Rehoboth streets committee to meet

The Rehoboth Beach Streets and Transportation Committee has scheduled an online meeting for 9 a.m., Thursday, Jan. 21. The agenda calls for a review of crosswalks throughout the city, traffic circle issues and a Surf Avenue bike lane.

Those wishing to speak must preregister with City Secretary Ann Womack at least 24 hours prior to 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.

Special Rehoboth meeting set Jan. 22

Rehoboth Beach commissioners have scheduled an online special meeting for 9 a.m., Friday, Jan. 22, to discuss design and installation specifics for Verizon’s proposed wireless antenna poles on the Boardwalk.

Lewes public hearings set for Jan. 19

Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold virtual public hearings at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 19. The first topic is an amendment to the city’s charter regarding the filling of a vacancy on mayor and city council.

The second issue addresses inconsistencies between the city’s code and charter regarding fishing from Lewes Beach. A link to the meeting can be found at lewes.civicweb.net.

Lewes Planning Commission to meet

The Lewes Planning Commission will meet virtually at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 20. The group will schedule a public hearing for a five-lot major subdivision on land between Kings Highway and Freeman Highway near the Station on Kings. A link to the meeting can be found at lewes.civicweb.net.

Lewes Beach Parking Committee to meet

The Lewes Beach Parking Committee will meet virtually at 4 p.m., Tuesday, Jan. 19. The group will continue to discuss issues such as beach capacity, clustering mailboxes, bicycles, bike racks and trash cans at beach entrances, parking enforcement and alley clearances. A link to the meeting can be found at lewes.civicweb.net.

Lewes Board of Ethics meets Jan. 19

The Lewes Board of Ethics will meet virtually at 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 19, to discuss a complaint received that alleges a violation of the city’s code of conduct. The meeting will be held in executive session.

Lewes African American Commission to meet

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission will meet virtually at 6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 21. The group will discuss the progress made on a historical marker, the menhaden fishing reel and other topics. A link to the meeting can be found at lewes.civicweb.net.

Dewey commissioners, finance committee hold joint workshop Jan. 21

Dewey Beach town commissioners and the budget and finance committee will hold a virtual joint workshop at 12 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 21. Members will discuss revenue items and expenses for the 2022 fiscal year budget, and will discuss revenue stream opportunities and recommendations. Public comment is welcome. A link to the meeting is available at townofdeweybeach.com.

Wagamons Pond boat ramp to close Jan. 21

Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control announced the Wagamons Pond boat ramp and parking lot will close Thursday, Jan. 21, for reconstruction and expansion. DNREC will reconstruct the boat ramp, install a new courtesy dock, replace a deteriorated bulkhead, repave the parking lot and install a portable toilet enclosure. The project’s expected completion date is Sunday, May 30. Anglers can use public boat ramps and fishing areas at Millsboro Pond and Ingrams Pond near Millsboro, and Haven Lake, Blairs Pond, Griffith Lake and Abbotts Pond near Milford during the closure. The parking area and fishing pier near Milton Memorial Park will also remain open.

Beware of fake fundraising phone calls

The Delaware Volunteer Fire Association issued a press release Dec. 13 saying it had been made aware of scam phone calls soliciting donations for volunteer fire companies or EMS organizations. Association Executive Manager Warren Jones said Delaware’s volunteer fire companies, for the most part, do not solicit funding over the phone. He said people who receive any calls asking for donations for firefighters, fire companies or EMS organizations, they should ask the caller to send written verification of the organization. If/when the verification is received, call the local volunteer fire company or the Delaware Volunteer Firefighters Association to confirm. For more information, go to dvfassn.com, call 302-734-9390 or email info@dvfassn.com.

Roundabout work to start on Sand Hill Road

A portion of Sand Hill Road between Route 9/East Market Street and Briarwood Road, Georgetown, will be closed for the installation of a roundabout as part of the Georgetown East Gateway improvements project. The three-pronged roundabout will be at the entrance to the CHEER Community Center entrance on Sand Hill Road. Work is scheduled to take place from 7 a.m., Monday, Jan. 25, to 7 p.m., Friday, April 16, pending weather conditions. Detour routes: Northbound – Eastbound on Route 9, left onto Shingle Point Road, left onto Briarwood Road and return to Sand Hill Road. Southbound – Left on to Briarwood Road, right onto Shingle Point Road and continue to Route 9. Only access to the CHEER Community Center and apartments will be maintained from Route 9.