Georgetown public meetings in 2022
52 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 20898 Dupont Boulevard from Urban Residential (UR1) to Highway Commercial (HC) for a Mexican grill. They will also discuss two proposed ordinances: one to add registered compassion center sign rules to the HC district, and another to add residential leased communities as a permitted use in the UR1 district. The commission will provide recommendations to the Town Council.
- Public hearing for Case #2022-35: rezone 20898 Dupont Boulevard from UR1 to HC for Casa Blanca Mexican Grill
- Ordinance 2022-10: amend HC district permitted uses to add sign regulations for registered compassion centers
- Ordinance 2022-11: add 'Residential Leased Community' as a permitted use in the UR1 Urban Residential District
- Approval of November 16, 2022 meeting minutes
Town Council
The Georgetown Town Council will hold a regular meeting on December 12, 2022, to decide on several items including a conditional use for a solar energy facility at the Sussex Sports Complex, a second reading and adoption of occupancy limitation ordinance, and a first reading of a zoning amendment. The council will also consider appointments to the Planning Commission and approve the 2023 holiday and meeting schedules.
- Conditional use decision for a ground-mounted solar facility at 108 Murray Lane (Sussex Sports Complex)
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance #2022-09 on occupancy limitations for bedrooms
- First reading of Ordinance #2022-10 to rezone 22549 Little Street from UB3 to UB1
- Planning Commission appointments for Edwin Wise and Kelly Kline
- Resolutions for 2023 holiday schedule and Town Council meeting schedule
Ethics Commission
The Georgetown Ethics Commission will meet to review Matter #2022-03, an alleged violation of the Town Code. The discussion will occur in executive session, as required by Town Code §18-8(H). The commission may take potential action on items discussed in the closed session.
- Review of Matter #2022-03, an alleged ethics violation
- Potential action on items discussed in executive session
- Approval of October 25, 2022 minutes
Board of Adjustment
The Georgetown Board of Adjustment will hold public hearings on two items: an amendment to reduce parking requirements at 216 West Market Street and an extension of five variances granted in 2021 for property at 534 South Bedford Street. The board will also vote on minutes from its September 7, 2022 meeting.
- Public hearing on BOA Case #2022-32: amendment to reduce parking requirements at 216 West Market Street (UB3 zoning)
- Public hearing on BOA Case #2021-23: extension of five variances for property at 534 South Bedford Street (UB3 zoning)
- Approval of minutes from September 7, 2022 meeting
Planning Commission
The commission is reviewing a preliminary site plan for three 24-unit apartment buildings at the corner of East Trap Pond Road and Little Street. This review follows previous rezoning approvals for the property. The meeting also includes discussion regarding a solar energy facility and a daycare relocation.
- Preliminary site plan review for The Ponds: three 24-unit apartment buildings at East Trap Pond Road and Little Street
- Conditional Use application for Sussex Sports Complex Solar at 108 Murray Lane
- Rezone application for Little Faces Learning Center at 22549 Little Street
- Waiver request for College Park Apartments regarding front yard setbacks
Town Council
The Georgetown Town Council will hold public hearings on a conditional use application for a ground-mounted solar energy facility at 108 Murray Lane and a rezone request for a daycare center at 22549 Little Street. During the regular meeting, the Council will receive a project update on pallet shelters from Springboard Collaborative, conduct a first reading of an occupancy limits ordinance, and hold a second reading and adoption vote on a sign code revision.
- Public hearing: CASE #2022-15 — conditional use for a 17.5-acre solar facility at Sussex Sports Complex, 108 Murray Lane
- Public hearing: CASE #2022-28 — rezone of 22549 Little Street from UB3 to UB1 for Little Faces Learning Center daycare
- Project update from Springboard Collaborative on pallet shelters
- 1st reading of Ordinance #2022-09 on occupancy limitations
- 2nd reading and adoption vote on Ordinance #2022-08 revising Town Code §230 Article XXII on signs
Ethics Commission
The Ethics Commission will meet to approve prior minutes and then enter a closed executive session to discuss alleged ethics violations, as permitted by town code. Potential action on those matters may follow the closed session.
- Approval of July 21, 2022 meeting minutes
- Executive session for confidential discussion of alleged ethics code violations
- Possible action on items discussed in executive session
Town Council
The Town Council will consider an addendum extending Town Manager Gene Dvornick's employment agreement for three years starting March 2023. They will also vote on a $57,500 engineering proposal to rehabilitate the main pump station and a $14,500 proposal to update town standards for sewer, water, and roads. A first reading of an ordinance revising sign regulations in the town code is scheduled.
- Employment agreement addendum for Town Manager Eugene S. Dvornick Jr., extending term for three years from March 15, 2023
- Davis, Bowen & Friedel engineering proposal for Main Pump Station (PS-18) rehabilitation at $57,500
- Davis, Bowen & Friedel proposal to update town standards for sewer, water, and roads at $14,500
- First reading of Ordinance #2022-08 revising Town Code §230 Article XXII (Signs)
- Bench Sponsorship Program discussion
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on a conditional use application for a ground-mounted solar energy facility at 108 Murray Lane and a rezone application for a daycare center at 22549 Little Street. The Commission will also consider a waiver request for front yard setbacks at College Park Apartments. The solar project plans were updated after a neighboring property owner objected.
- Public hearing on Case #2022-15: conditional use for a ground-mounted solar energy facility at 108 Murray Lane (zoned UR1/RPC)
- Public hearing on Case #2022-28: rezone of 22549 Little Street from UB3 to UB1 for Little Faces Learning Center
- Waiver request (Case #2022-26) for front yard setbacks at College Park Apartments (zoned MR1/RPC)
- Solar application originally included land from the CHEER property; updated plans removed that land after a letter from CHEER's attorney
- Planning Commission will make a recommendation to Town Council on the solar conditional use
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding Ordinance #2022-08 to revise Town Code §230 Article XXII concerning sign regulations. The meeting also includes a project update on pallet shelters from the Springboard Collaborative.
- Public hearing on Ordinance #2022-08 (Revision to Town Code §230 Article XXII Signs)
- Project update: Springboard Collaborative pallet shelters
- Town Manager report from Gene Dvornick
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will discuss a request from 79 G Town, LLC to amend the Comprehensive Plan Map. The application seeks to rezone an additional 6.9 acres from Highway Commercial (HC) to Multifamily Residential (MR1) at the property located west of Dupont Blvd.
- Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment for Isaac's Farm (Case #2022-09)
- Rezoning request for 6.9 acres from HC to MR1
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss outsourcing utility locates to Wlocco, LLC and consider a proposal for hunting on town-owned land. The Town Manager reported that the EPA has designated the Georgetown North Groundwater site as an Official Superfund Site.
- Proposal to outsource Miss Utility locates to Wlocco, LLC at a rate of $15.25 per ticket
- Recommendation to award a $46,954 contract to Hertrich Fleet Services, Inc. for a replacement 1/2 ton truck
- Discussion and possible action regarding hunting on town-owned land
- Presentation by Lower Sussex NAACP regarding Georgetown Historical Society funding
- Project update on Springboard Collaborative pallet shelters
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will review several variance applications. These include a building height increase on Sandhill Road and multiple lot size and setback reductions for residential properties at East North Street, Tracey Street, and North King Street.
- Height variance for 20330 Sandhill Road (proposed 48'2" vs 35' allowable)
- Lot area and depth variances for 204 East North Street
- Lot area and setback variances for 107 Tracey Street
- Lot area, depth, and width variances for 303 Rosa Street, 216 North King Street, and 218 North King Street
Town of Georgetown
The Office of Code Enforcement and the Planning Department will hold an informational meeting regarding residential rental properties. The discussion focuses on licensing requirements and the introduction of bi-annual re-inspections.
- Residential rental property licensing requirements
- Introduction of bi-annual re-inspections
Town Council
The Town Council will review the Town of Georgetown Safety Manual and discuss a DNREC Voluntary Cleanup Program application for the former Georgetown Dump Site. The meeting also includes a presentation of FY 2023 goals and departmental reports.
- Review and approval of the Town of Georgetown Safety Manual
- DNREC Voluntary Cleanup Program application for the former Georgetown Dump Site (DE-1719)
- Presentation and acceptance of FY 2023 Goals
- Town Manager report by Gene Dvornick
- Chief of Police report by Ralph Holm
Town Council
The Town Council meeting scheduled for Monday, August 8, 2022, has been cancelled. The provided document is a notice of cancellation.
Town Council Special Meeting
The Town Council will meet virtually to conduct an executive session. This session is intended for strategy, legal advice, collective bargaining, and pending or potential litigation.
- Executive session regarding collective bargaining and litigation
Board of Adjustment
The Board will organize its leadership by selecting a Chair and Vice Chair. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a request for a nonconforming building recognition and a setback variance at 10 East Pine Street.
- Selection of Board Chair and Vice Chair
- Public Hearing: BOA Case #2022-18 regarding 10 East Pine Street
- Variance request for zero front yard setback at 10 East Pine Street
- Request for encroachment within the East Pine Street sidewalk portion for a covered porch entry
Town Council
The Town Council will consider requests to abandon paper streets on Teaberry Lane, Frankenberry Drive, and Cinder Way. The body will also review a funding request from the Georgetown Historical Society and a proposal for water meter replacement.
- Decision on abandonment of paper streets: Teaberry Lane, Frankenberry Drive, and Cinder Way
- GREAT Fund request from Georgetown Historical Society for $24,750
- Proposal for Professional Engineering Services for Automated Metering Infrastructure water meter replacement
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance #2022-07 regarding Trees
- Board of Adjustment appointment consideration for Jane Hovington
Workshop
The Town Council will hold a workshop to discuss its goals for Fiscal Year 2023. This meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2022.
- Discussion of Town Council Goals for Fiscal Year 2023
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a preliminary site plan for a warehouse and retail building on Route 113. The meeting also includes a conceptual review for age-restricted apartment buildings on Sandhill Road and proposed revisions to the sign ordinance.
- Preliminary site plan review for Georgetown SW Warehouse (Route 113)
- Conceptual RRPC site plan review for Cheer Gateway East (Sandhill Road)
- Proposed revisions to Article XXII Sign Ordinance
- Commission appointments of Linda Dennis and Lance Mears
- Selection of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
Ethics Commission
The Ethics Commission will meet virtually to elect a chair. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss confidential proceedings regarding alleged code violations.
- Election of Chair
- Executive session regarding alleged violations of Town Code §18-8(H)
Town Council
The Town Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the abandonment of paper streets at Teaberry Court, Frankenberry Drive, and Cinder Way. The body will also consider a GREAT Fund request from the Georgetown Historical Society and a bid award for a wastewater department tractor.
- Public hearing on abandonment of paper streets: Teaberry Court, Frankenberry Drive, and Cinder Way
- GREAT Fund Request from the Georgetown Historical Society
- Bid award for a compact utility tractor for the Wastewater Department
- First reading of Ordinance #2022-07 regarding Trees
Town Council
The Town Council will consider two rezoning requests and a contract extension for solid waste services. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of Police Chief Ralph W. Holm, Jr. and appointments for the Board of Adjustment and Planning Commission.
- GFL Solid Waste contract extension to 6/30/23 with a rate increase from $20.32 to $20.93
- Rezoning request for County Seat Hwy and Little Street from UB2/UB3 to Highway Commercial (HC)
- Rezoning request for East Trap Pond Road and Little Street from UB2/UB3 to Multifamily Residential (MR1)
- Temporary construction easements to DelDOT for 2,959 SF of College Park Lane and 5,122 SF of Carmean Way
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance #2022-06 regarding Food Vendors
Town Council
The Ethics Commission will meet to conduct business including the election of a chair. The agenda includes an executive session regarding alleged violations maintained confidential under Town Code §18-8(H).
- Election of Chair
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance application for a property on Berlin Road. The applicant is seeking to reduce a front yard setback and increase fence height.
- BOA CASE #2022-12: Request to reduce required 40' front yard setback to 17' at 21315 Berlin Road
- BOA CASE #2022-12: Request to increase fence height from 4' to 5' and 6' at 21315 Berlin Road
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding conditional use applications for a medical center expansion and the conversion of a residence into an office and meeting hall. The body will also discuss a rezoning request for Georgetown Plaza II and town code regarding food vendors.
- Conditional use application for three 6,000 sq ft medical buildings at 410-424 Old Laurel Road
- Conditional use application to convert 12 Swain Avenue to an office and meeting hall
- Public hearing for the abandonment of Strawberry Alley from South Alley to South Lane
- Discussion of rezoning request for parcel 135-19.00-30.16 (Ordinance #2022-04)
- Discussion of Town Code Chapter 119 regarding food vendors and food trucks
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is considering an extension for a preliminary site plan for a Royal Farms convenience store and car wash. The meeting also includes reviews of conditional use applications for the American Legion Post #8 and Georgetown Medical Center Phase 3.
- Extension request for Royal Farms Store #219 at 21092 Dupont Boulevard
- Conditional Use application for American Legion Post #8 at 12 Swain Avenue
- Conditional Use and preliminary site plan review for Georgetown Medical Center Phase 3 at 410-424 Old Laurel Road
- Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment request by 79 G Town, LLC
Town Council
The Town Council will hold a special meeting to hear a presentation from Deborah J. Moreau, Esq. regarding the Public Integrity Commission. The Council may take action on the items discussed during the presentation.
- Public Integrity Commission presentation by Deborah J. Moreau, Esq.
Town Council
The Town Council will discuss a request for $500,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds for the Springboard Collaborative to purchase shelters. The body will also consider several zoning map amendments and a fee change ordinance.
- Possible vote on $500,000 ARPA funding for Springboard Collaborative temporary shelter facility
- Approval of contract offer for Chief of Police
- Ordinance #2022-02: Zoning amendment from MR1 to UB1 at Kimmey Street Extended
- Ordinance #2022-03: Zoning amendment from UB2/UB3 to HC at County Seat Hwy and Little Street
- Ordinance #2022-05: Fee changes
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will consider a request from Samantha C. Reece to reduce the required side yard setback. The applicant seeks to decrease the 10' side yard requirement to 4' to accommodate a new garage at 110 Linden Avenue.
- Variance request for 110 Linden Avenue to allow a 4' side yard instead of the required 10'
Town Council
The Town Council will consider the adoption of the FY2023 budget and a request for $500,000 in ARPA funding for a temporary shelter facility. The meeting includes first readings of four ordinances regarding zoning changes and fee updates, as well as the appointment of a Chief of Police.
- Resolution #2022-02: Adoption of FY2023 Budget
- Springboard Collaborative request for $500,000 for temporary shelter facilities
- Ordinance #2022-05: Fee changes
- Zoning amendments for Kimmey Street Extended, County Seat Hwy/Little Street, and East Trap Pond Road/Little Street
- Proposals for DNREC Spray Irrigation Permit Renewal and Former Georgetown Dump Site remediation study
Workshop
The Town Council is meeting for a second workshop to review the proposed FY 2023 budget. The session will include a presentation of the information used to develop the budget.
- Review of proposed FY 2023 budget
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing several conditional use applications and site plans. Key items include a medical building expansion on Old Laurel Road and a proposed office/meeting hall for the American Legion at Swain Avenue.
- Conditional Use: American Legion Post #8 to convert 12 Swain Avenue to an office and meeting hall
- Conditional Use: Coastal Venture, LLC to construct three ~6,000 sq ft medical buildings at 410-424 Old Laurel Road
- Preliminary Site Plan Review: Georgetown Medical Center Phase 3 at 410-424 Old Laurel Road
- Comprehensive Plan Amendment: 79 G Town, LLC request regarding property west of Dupont Blvd
Town Council
The Town Council will meet to certify the statements of candidacy for several local offices. This includes candidates for Mayor and Town Council positions in Wards Three and Four.
- Certification of Ward Three candidate Angela Townsend
- Certification of Ward Four candidate Penuel Barrett
- Certification of Mayoral candidate Ruth Ann Spicer
- Certification of Mayoral candidate William West
Town Council
The Town Council will hold public hearings regarding three land rezoning applications and review several financial requests. The agenda also includes an Arbor Day proclamation and discussions on Board of Elections appointments.
- Habitat for Humanity rezoning request: Kimmey Street Extended (MR1 to UB1)
- Ilsem LLC rezoning request: County Seat Hwy and Little Street (UB2/UB3 to HC)
- Georgetown Plaza II, LLC rezoning request: East Trap Pond Road and Little Street (UB2/UB3 to MR1)
- American Legion Station 93 Ambulance: $100,000 request from Emergency Services Enhancement Fund
- Georgetown Public Library: $30,000 request from GREAT Fund
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a commercial property. The applicant seeks to increase sign square footage from the allowed 70 square feet to a proposed 181 square feet.
- Public Hearing: BOA CASE #2022-07 (33016 Finley Avenue)
Workshop
The Town Council will hold a workshop regarding Emergency Services Enhancement and the Georgetown Recreation, Education, Arts Trust Fund. The discussion includes ordinance history, restricted funds, fund distributions, funding history, and alternatives.
- Emergency Services Enhancement discussion
- Georgetown Recreation, Education, Arts Trust Fund discussion
Workshop
The Town Council will review the proposed FY 2023 budget and the information used to develop it. The body will discuss potential solutions to address a projected deficit.
- Review of proposed FY 2023 budget
- Discussion of projected budget deficit
Town Council
The Town Council will conduct a step three grievance hearing regarding the termination of Edgar Verde. The council is also scheduled to adopt the 2023 annual tax assessments.
- Step three grievance hearing regarding the termination of Edgar Verde
- Adoption of 2023 Annual Tax Assessments
- Review of 2022 Municipal Election candidate deadlines and election date
- Update on service line replacements and demolition at 404 Old Laurel Road
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review three rezoning requests and one residential elevation amendment. The body will provide recommendations to the Town Council regarding changes to land use and zoning districts for several properties.
- Case #2021-28: Request by Sussex County Habitat for Humanity, Inc. to rezone Kimmey Street Extended from Multifamily Residential (MR1) to Urban Business District (UB1)
- Case #2022-04: Request by Ilsem LLC to rezone County Seat Hwy and Little Street from UB2/UB3 to Highway Commercial District (HC)
- Case #2022-05: Request by Georgetown Plaza Associates II, LLC to rezone East Trap Pond Road and Little Street from UB2/UB3 to Multifamily Residential District (MR1)
- Case #2006-33--02: Request by DRB Group for approval of amended single family dwelling elevations in the Village of College Park subdivision
Committee
The Police Chief Candidate Review & Recommendation Committee will discuss the status of the selection process and committee procedures. The committee may enter an executive session to discuss candidate qualifications and document contents before reconvening for a possible vote.
- Discussion of status of process and committee procedures
- Executive session regarding citizen employment qualifications
- Possible vote on items discussed in executive session
Town Council
The Town Council is reviewing proposed FY 2023 budgets for Administration and the Planning Department. The meeting includes presentations from the Georgetown Public Library and a request to hire a consultant for the former dump site on Donovans Road.
- Proposed FY 2023 Administration budget including $146,055 for salaries
- Proposed FY 2023 Planning Department budget including $77,415 for salaries
- Request to find an HSCA Certified Consultant for the former Georgetown Dump Site on Donovans Road
- Proposed elimination of Walgreens access point off College Park Lane and installation of an all-way stop
- Georgetown Public Library report noting a FY22 deficit of -$36,579 and $250,000 in ARPA funds for HVAC repairs
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property at 21092 Arrow Safety Road. The board will also consider the approval of minutes and findings of facts from the January 5, 2022 meeting.
- Public hearing for BOA CASE #2022-02: Two Farms, LLC request to increase signage from 70 to 256.86 square feet
- Public hearing for BOA CASE #2022-02: Two Farms, LLC request to increase sign height from 25 feet to 30 feet
- Approval of January 5, 2022 meeting minutes
- Approval of January 5, 2022 finding of facts
Town Council
The Town Council will hear budget presentations from the Public Works and Police departments for FY 2023. The body is also considering an ordinance regarding residential rental properties and several land deeds and easements.
- Proposed FY 2023 Public Works capital expenditures of $640,200, including a $320,000 pole barn and $250,000 street sweeper
- Proposed FY 2023 Police Department budget including $1,899,533 for salaries
- Easement agreement for 10 East Pine Street with Waller Family Holdings, LLC
- Abandonment of Harris Alley via deeds to Sussex County and Shiv Groceries, Inc.
- Roadway dedications for Shadow Oak Drive and Crab Apple Court
Committee
The Police Chief Candidate Review & Recommendation Committee will meet to discuss committee procedures. The body will enter an executive session to discuss candidate qualifications and documents excluded from public record.
- General discussion of committee procedures
- Executive session regarding qualifications of citizens for employment
Town Council
The Town Council will review budget presentations for the Water and Sewer departments. Additionally, the council will conduct a first reading of Ordinance 2022-01 regarding residential rental property regulations.
- FY 2023 Water Department budget presentation
- FY 2023 Sewer Department budget presentation
- First reading of Ordinance 2022-01: Residential Rental Properties
- Resolution 2022-01: Amending the 2022 Town Council Meeting Schedule
Committee
The committee will meet to discuss committee procedures and enter an executive session. The executive session will cover candidate qualifications for employment and the review of non-public documents.
- General discussion of committee procedures
- Executive session regarding police chief candidate qualifications
Town Council
The Town Council is reviewing a proposed contract for street rehabilitation and the 2022 meeting schedule. The meeting includes a presentation on FY 2023 revenues and updates on condemned properties and rental ordinances.
- Proposed contract for Wagamon Avenue pavement rehabilitation with Jerry’s Paving for $70,471.00
- Resolution #2022-01 to adopt the 2022 Town Council Meeting Schedule
- Discussion of Residential Rental Properties Ordinance with a $65.00 license fee
- Status updates on condemned properties at 107 South Race Street, 26 Ingramtown Road, and 404 Old Laurel Road
- FY 2023 Budget Presentation regarding revenues
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will review a request from Sussex County Habitat for Humanity, Inc. to amend the Comprehensive Plan Map. The applicant seeks to determine if their request can be classified as a Minor Variation for the property at 404 Kimmey Street.
- Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment: 404 Kimmey Street (Tax Map ID 135-14.16-58.00)
- Rezoning request from MR1 to UB1 zoning
Town Council
The Town Council will review a presentation from DelDOT regarding new Capital Transportation Plan projects. The meeting also includes several GREAT fund requests for local organizations and a report on the FY 2021 audit.
- Georgetown Little League fencing request ($15,000)
- Sandhill Fields presentation and request ($100,000)
- South Railroad Avenue to Park Avenue Multimodal Path Feasibility Study ($2,500 grant award)
- DelDOT presentation on new Capital Transportation Plan projects
- FY 2021 Audit presentation
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding an application by the State of Delaware for a proposed Family Courthouse and Parking Deck. The applicant is seeking multiple variances related to building height, drive width, and parking space requirements.
- BOA Case #2021-25: Request for building height not to exceed 75' from grade
- BOA Case #2021-25: Request to reduce interior drive width to 23' 8"
- BOA Case #2021-25: Request to reduce parking space size to 8' 6" x 18'
- BOA Case #2021-25: Request to reduce required parking spaces from 559 to 407
- Project location: Corners of East Market, South Race and East Pine Streets