Lewes public meetings in 2021

CANCELLED-PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Parks & Recreation Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, December 20, 2021 at 6:30 PM at the Margaret H. Rollins Center and via Zoom has been cancelled. No business items were listed on the agenda. The notice states that agenda items may not be considered in sequence and that the agenda is subject to change under the Freedom of Information Act.

AD HOC COMMITTEE FOR THE REVIEW OF THE CODE OF ETHICS

The Ad Hoc Committee for the Review of the Code of Ethics meets Thursday, December 16, 2021, at 9:00 AM in Council Chambers at City Hall and via Zoom. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion and update on possible amendments to the Code of Conduct. No votes, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on the agenda; the remaining items are approval of minutes and adjournment.

• Discussion and update on possible amendments to the Code of Conduct
• Approval of minutes
• Meeting held in Council Chambers at City Hall, 114 E. Third Street, Lewes DE, and via Zoom

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission was scheduled to meet Thursday, December 16, 2021, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall. The agenda states the meeting is cancelled, so no business was taken up. The only other content is standard boilerplate about agenda order, possible changes under the Freedom of Information Act, and disability accommodations.

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission meets Wednesday, December 15, 2021, to appoint three members to a joint site development review committee and discuss the scope of a five-year review of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan. The review would be an addendum covering development trends, demographics, and housing changes, with focus areas including annexation, utilities, environmental protection, housing, and historic and cultural resources. The Commission will also receive reports, review October 2021 minutes, and hold an executive session for legal advice on pending litigation concerning the Fisher's Cove major subdivision denial.

• Appointment of 3 members to the Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee
• Discussion of the scope of the 5-year review of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan, with a final addendum targeted for approval no later than October 2022
• Executive session for legal advice regarding pending litigation on the Fisher's Cove major subdivision denial, under 29 Del. C. Section 10004(b)(4)
• Reports from the Annexation Code Subcommittee and Subdivision Code Subcommittee
• Review of October 2021 meeting minutes

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Executive Committee on Resiliency meets Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall and via Zoom. The committee will consider and possibly act on support for a proposed amendment to the Subdivision and Land Development Code that would raise the minimum required open space for new subdivisions from 10% to 20%. It will also continue discussing potential strategy options, criteria, and information requests, and rank those strategies in priority order. Public comment is on the agenda before adjournment.

• Consideration and possible action on supporting an amendment to the Subdivision and Land Development Code to increase minimum open space for new subdivisions from 10% to 20%
• Continued discussion of potential strategy options, criteria, and information requests
• Committee to rank potential strategies in priority order
• Public comment period
• Meeting held in Council Chambers, City Hall and by Zoom (webinar ID 836 6123 2471)

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council meets Monday, December 13, 2021, to consider several zoning ordinance amendments, appointments to city boards, and a Georgetown to Lewes Trail maintenance agreement. Council will also discuss lease extensions for 1612 and 1613 Bay Ave., a signal agreement for Olde Town at Whites Pond, designated truck routes, and a proposal for a Lewes Police Study. Several items are presentations and possible action, meaning the council may vote or may only discuss them.

• Resolutions to set public hearings on ordinances Ord-2-22 (zoning administration roles), Ord-3-22 (floodplain substantial damage/improvement definitions), and Ord-1-22 (code corrections on historic preservation, building height, parking, and loading)
• Appointments to the Planning Commission, Joint Site Development Review Committee, and Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee
• Draft agreement for maintenance of the Georgetown to Lewes Trail between the Lewes and Rehoboth Canal and Freeman Highway
• Lease extensions for 1612 Bay Ave. and 1613 Bay Ave.
• Signal agreement for Olde Town at Whites Pond and a CPSM proposal for a Lewes Police Study

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

Lewes Mayor & City Council scheduled an executive session on Monday, December 13, 2021, at 5:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall. The closed session was called under 29 Del. Code §10004(b) to discuss strategy for collective bargaining or pending or potential litigation with legal counsel, and personnel matters involving individual employees. The agenda also allows for consideration and/or action on matters discussed in the closed session, followed by adjournment. The agenda itself lists no specific contracts, ordinances, or dollar amounts.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4) on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation strategy with an attorney
• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(9) on personnel matters involving individual employees
• Possible consideration and/or action on matters discussed in executive session
• Meeting at Council Chambers, City Hall, 114 E. Third Street, Lewes DE
• Agenda posted 12/6/21; items may be taken out of sequence and the agenda is subject to change

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding a priority-setting workshop on Thursday, December 9, 2021, at 9:00 AM at the Margaret H. Rollins Community Center and via Zoom. The agenda lists a facilitated discussion among council members to develop priorities and a workplan for the coming year. No specific decisions, ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed on this agenda. The agenda notes items may not be considered in sequence and is subject to change.

• Facilitated discussion of Mayor & City Council members to develop priorities and workplan for coming year
• Meeting held at Margaret H. Rollins Community Center Meeting Room and via Zoom
• Agenda posted 12/1/2021; City Hall located at 114 E. Third Street, Lewes DE

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee meets Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at 6:30 PM at the Margaret H. Rollins Center and via Zoom. The agenda lists approval of the November 1, 2021 minutes and continued discussion and possible action on planning the 2022 Arts Program. Public comments are also scheduled. The agenda itself is brief and largely procedural.

• Approval of minutes from the November 1, 2021 meeting
• Discussion and possible action on continued planning of the 2022 Arts Program
• Public comments and questions
• Meeting held at Margaret H. Rollins Center and via Zoom (webinar ID 843 2647 7162)

BOARD OF ETHICS

The Lewes Board of Ethics meets Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at 10:00 AM in Council Chambers at City Hall. The board will hold an executive session under Section 9-9 of the City Code to consider allegations of a violation of the City's Code of Conduct, including a request for an advisory opinion and two letters of compliance. The board will then consider items discussed in executive session and issue a statement regarding ethics complaints. The agenda notes items may not be considered in sequence and is subject to change under the Freedom of Information Act.

• Executive session under Section 9-9 of the City Code to consider Code of Conduct violation allegations
• Consideration of a request for an advisory opinion
• Consideration of two letters of compliance
• Board statement regarding ethics complaints
• Meeting held at Council Chambers, City Hall, 114 E. Third Street, Lewes DE

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding a public hearing on an ordinance to amend the Source Water Protection Overlay in the city zoning code. The amendment revises rules for excellent groundwater recharge potential areas, including limits on impervious cover for new development. No vote or adoption is recorded in this agenda; the ordinance text still contains blank dates for the hearing and adoption.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Section 197-75, Source Water Protection Overlay (Chapter 197, Zoning)
• Proposed rule: excellent groundwater recharge potential areas limited to 20% impervious cover per parcel for major subdivisions and site plans over 1 acre
• Development could exceed 20% up to 50% impervious cover if an environmental assessment impact report is submitted
• Lots of 1 acre or less would require walkways, driveways, decks, and other paved surfaces to use pervious materials
• Ordinance would take effect immediately upon adoption; hearing and adoption dates left blank in the draft

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission meets Dec. 2, 2021 to review two demolition and reconstruction applications in the Historic District, approve November meeting minutes, and discuss the Historic District resurvey and possible HPARC ordinance changes. The meeting follows a public hearing and is open via Zoom.

• 119 Madison Ave: request to demolish rear portion, one-story shed and screened porch for a new two-story addition, restore front porch (R-4/H, contributing)
• 329A/331A Mulberry St: request for complete demolition of vacant unit 329A and partial demolition of 331A to rebuild a two-story dwelling on the existing block wall foundation (R-4/H, noncontributing)
• Appointment of three HPARC members to the Joint Site Development Review Committee
• Update and possible action on the Resurvey of the Historic District, Phase I - VII
• Update and possible action on the HPARC ordinance for potential clarifications, changes, and additions

MITIGATION PLANNING TEAM

The Lewes Mitigation Planning Team meets Dec. 2, 2021 to discuss ongoing mitigation topics, including phragmites control, sea-level-rise and resiliency reports, and a proposal from Tony Pratt of T Pratt Coastal Consulting to help address chronic beach and dune erosion. The team will also hear updates on RASCL, emergency-preparedness tabletop exercises, Beebe, and NIMS training. No votes or final decisions are listed on the agenda; the only action item is approval of the Oct. 6, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Proposal from Tony Pratt (T Pratt Coastal Consulting) for erosion assistance at $150/hour, estimated 3-6 hours per month ($450-$900/month)
• Phragmites control update: current status and fall spraying plans (Chatham Marsch)
• Report on the Lewes Executive Committee on Resiliency
• RASCL update from Danielle Swallow; report on UD sea-level-rise symposium held Oct. 18
• Tabletop exercise on emergency preparedness and NIMS training update

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Arlene Matzkin, on behalf of Julia and Dan McNeil, to demolish the rear portion of the dwelling, an attached one-story shed, and a one-story screened porch at 119 Madison Avenue to build a new two-story addition. The property is a contributing structure in the historic district (SCTM 335-8.12-63.00, R-4/H). The agenda lists no other substantive items; the only other entry is adjournment.

• Public hearing on demolition of the rear portion, attached one-story shed, and screened porch at 119 Madison Avenue (SCTM 335-8.12-63.00, R-4/H, contributing)
• Proposed replacement is a new two-story addition
• Applicant is Arlene Matzkin, architect, on behalf of owners Julia and Dan McNeil
• Applicant letter proposes restoring the front portion and porch in return for approval
• Meeting held in Council Chambers and via Zoom webinar

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding a special meeting on December 2, 2021, at 2:30 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall. The only substantive item is a closed executive session, cited under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4), to discuss legal advice or opinion from an attorney regarding collective bargaining or pending or potential litigation. The agenda also allows for possible consideration or action on matters discussed in that closed session, followed by adjournment. No specific contracts, ordinances, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Special meeting of the Mayor & City Council, Dec. 2, 2021, 2:30 PM
• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4) on legal advice re: collective bargaining or litigation
• Possible action on matters discussed in executive session (item C)
• No public hearings, rezonings, or contracts listed on the agenda
• Agenda posted Nov. 22, 2021 online and Nov. 23, 2021 at City Hall

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor & City Council meets Nov. 30, 2021 at 3:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall for a regular meeting whose only substantive agenda items are a closed executive session. The session cites Delaware open-meetings law for two purposes: attorney legal advice on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation, and discussion of individual employee personnel matters. The agenda allows for possible consideration or action on matters discussed in the closed session, followed by adjournment. No specific ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4) for legal advice on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation
• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(9) for personnel matters involving individual employees
• Possible consideration and/or action on matters discussed in executive session (item C)
• No public hearings, contracts, or dollar amounts listed on the agenda
• Agenda posted Nov. 19, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.; City Hall at 114 E. Third Street, Lewes DE

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL & PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Mayor & City Council and Planning Commission will hold a special meeting on November 30, 2021, at the Rollins Center and via Zoom. The only substantive agenda item is discussion and possible action on the five-year review of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan, which was approved in 2017. No other business is listed; the meeting ends with adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on the five-year review of the 2015 Comprehensive Plan (approved 2017)
• Joint special meeting of the Mayor & City Council and Planning Commission
• Held at the Rollins Center, 101 Adams Ave, Lewes, DE, and via Zoom
• Agenda posted Nov. 19, 2021; amended Nov. 29, 2021 for corrections
• No contracts, rezonings, ordinances, or fee changes listed on the agenda

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee Public Workshop

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is holding a public workshop on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 10:00 AM at the Rollins Community Center and via Zoom. The agenda lists only meeting logistics and access details, with no specific items, proposals, or votes described. No substantive decisions or discussion topics are identified in the supplied text.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Executive Committee on Resiliency meets Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers and via Zoom. The agenda lists two open discussion items: a review of priority strategies chosen at the 11/09 meeting, and introduction and consideration of raising the required freeboard elevation. No votes or final decisions are scheduled; public comment is included before adjournment.

• Open discussion: review of priority strategies selected on 11/09
• Open discussion: introduction and consideration of raising the required freeboard elevation
• Public comment period
• Meeting held in Council Chambers, City Hall and via Zoom (webinar ID 891 4393 0744)
• Agenda posted November 16, 2021

AD-HOC COMMITTEE FOR REVIEW OF THE CODE OF CONDUCT - 19 Nov 2021 - CANCELLED

The Ad Hoc Committee for the Review of the Code of Conduct was scheduled to meet Friday, November 19, 2021 at 9:00 AM in Council Chambers at City Hall and via Zoom. The agenda is marked CANCELLED, so no items were taken up. The only substantive item listed was a discussion and update on possible amendments to the Code of Conduct, which was not considered.

• Meeting cancelled; no votes, contracts, or decisions occurred
• Sole listed item was discussion of possible amendments to the Code of Conduct
• Meeting was to be held in Council Chambers at City Hall, 114 E. Third Street, Lewes, DE, and by Zoom
• Agenda posted November 10, 2021; Zoom link added November 18, 2021

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission will consider approving a historical marker application for Peter Lewis, a master shipbuilder, with a letter of consent from St. George AME Church. The meeting also includes updates on beach improvements and renaming, new art exhibits, and Juneteenth planning.

• Possible action on historical marker application for Peter Lewis, Master Shipbuilder, at St. George AME Church Cemetery
• Update on beach improvements: Mobi-Mats, benches, volleyball net, signage, and a proposed pavilion for Johnnie Walker Beach
• Discussion and possible action to add new art exhibits, including 'Armillary Empowerment Spheres' by Rose DeSiano
• Update on Juneteenth celebration planning for 2022
• Approval of October 21, 2021 meeting minutes

LEWES BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Lewes Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to review and possibly approve minutes from September 28, 2021, and to discuss updates on the Delaware Bike Council Grant project, the Lewes Loop Low-Stress Bikeway, and several intersection and crosswalk issues. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with no final decisions listed for these topics.

• Delaware Bike Council Grant project update
• Lewes Loop Low-Stress Bikeway discussion
• American Legion Road/Savannah Road intersection
• Savannah Road/Second Street Crosswalk
• Digital Map and Guide and E-Bikes discussion

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee of Lewes, Delaware, meets Tuesday, November 16, 2021, at 1:00 PM in Council Chambers and via Zoom. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The subcommittee also plans to review minutes from its May through November meetings. No votes, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on the agenda.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code
• Review of minutes from meetings in May, June, July, August, September, October, and November
• Meeting held in Council Chambers and by Zoom webinar (ID 828 7027 5041)

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to review and approve the October 18, 2021 minutes, receive updates on committees and parks, and discuss the location for two donated metal pre-lit Christmas trees from the Children's Beach House. They will also hear a presentation and discussion on draft changes to the Subdivision Code. The meeting includes routine reports and old business.

• Discussion and possible action on placement of two donated metal pre-lit Christmas trees from Children's Beach House
• Presentation and discussion of draft changes to Subdivision Code
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2021 meeting
• Update on Public Art Committee and Friends of Canalfront Park
• Update on monthly activity, projects, and volunteer hours

LPC ANNEXATION SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss and review annexation zones, the cluster ordinance, and open space. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting appears to be for discussion only.

• Discussion of annexation zones
• Review of cluster ordinance
• Open space discussion

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The Lewes LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee will hold a regular meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. No specific proposals or decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is listed only as a discussion.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Mayor and City Council are meeting in executive session, closed to the public, to discuss personnel matters and strategy sessions involving legal advice on collective bargaining or potential litigation. No public decisions or action items are listed on the agenda beyond the closed session itself.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b) for personnel matters
• Executive session for legal strategy on collective bargaining or litigation

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Lewes Executive Committee on Resiliency will discuss and prioritize a menu of potential strategies to address flooding, sea-level rise, and storm resilience through the end of 2021. The agenda includes an open discussion of the draft strategy menu, followed by public comment. The meeting is a regular session of the committee, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of raising required freeboard in the 100-year floodplain from 18 inches to 2-3 feet above base flood elevation
• Consideration of regulating the 500-year floodplain with freeboard requirements
• Potential increase of wetland buffer widths from 50 feet to 100 feet
• Reevaluation of the Stormwater Utility Fee to align with impervious coverage
• Creation of a Resilience Fund or Storm Emergency Relief program

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding a regular meeting with several presentations and possible actions, including a major zoning ordinance amendment, beach parking recommendations, and floodplain improvement policies. The council will also consider appointments, proclamations, and a DART bench request. No final action will be taken on the zoning ordinance at this meeting.

• Discussion of Ord-3-21, a comprehensive zoning code amendment, with no final action; public record open until Nov 9
• Update on Beach Parking Committee recommendations and draft Lewes Beach parking plan
• Possible action on DART request for bench and trash receptacle in Zwaanendael Park
• Possible action on extension of Olde Town at Whites Pond final plan approval
• Possible action on acceptance of public streets in Anglers Nest subdivision

Ad Hoc Committee for Review of the Code of Conduct

The Ad Hoc Committee for Review of the Code of Conduct is meeting to discuss the scope of its work, review the City of Lewes and State of Delaware codes of conduct, and develop a process for proposing amendments. The committee was formed following a Board of Ethics recommendation to clarify issues such as bias, appearance of bias, and the misdemeanor provision in the current code.

• Review of committee scope and recommendation from Board of Ethics to Mayor and City Council
• Discussion of City of Lewes Code of Conduct and State of Delaware Code of Conduct
• Discussion of process for developing proposed amendments to the Code of Conduct

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a regular meeting to review four applications for work on contributing structures in the historic district, including demolitions, additions, and a porch expansion. The commission will also discuss unfinished business such as the historic district resurvey, potential ordinance clarifications, and a proposed demolition-by-neglect process. The agenda includes a public hearing for the 151 Kings Highway application, which was scheduled at the previous meeting.

• 151 Kings Highway: demolition of one-story portion, relocation of summer kitchen, two-story addition, screened porch, accessory structure (contributing)
• 514 Kings Highway: expand front porch to wrap around, screen new section, remove 1st floor window for new door (contributing)
• 119 Madison Avenue: demolish rear portion, shed, and screened porch; construct 2-story addition; restore front porch; replace siding and garage doors (contributing)
• 125 Jefferson Avenue: modify approved 2020 plan to add circular wreath base/bump out on front elevation (contributing)
• Discussion on developing ordinance for demolition-by-neglect review process before condemnation in historic district

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The agenda includes only this discussion item and procedural matters.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING

The Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal to demolish a one-story portion of the dwelling at 151 Kings Highway, relocate the summer kitchen, and add a garage, screened porch, and rear extension. The property is a contributing structure in the historic district. The commission will decide whether to approve the work as proposed.

• Demolition of one-story portion and relocation of summer kitchen at 151 Kings Highway
• Construction of a 1-story garage in the back left corner of the lot
• Addition of a 9-foot rear extension to accommodate kitchen and owner's suite
• Removal of aluminum siding and replacement with wood lap siding
• Restoration of triple-hung windows and replacement of exterior doors

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

The Lewes Board of Adjustment will hear an appeal by the Lewes Historical Society challenging the City Building Official's determination that the Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission (HPARC) has authority over the Cultural/Historic Zone. The board will also nominate and elect officers. The meeting is scheduled for November 2, 2021, at 10:00 AM.

• Appeal by Elizabeth Owen (Lewes Historical Society) regarding HPARC authority over Cultural/Historic Zone
• Nomination and election of officers
• Public correspondence and petitions related to the appeal

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health is meeting to discuss COVID-19 in Delaware and the Lewes area, and to consider recommendations on vaccination and testing of the city workforce. They may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and is otherwise a regular business meeting.

• Discussion and update on COVID in Delaware and the Lewes area
• Discussion and possible recommendation regarding vaccination and testing of City workforce
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of minutes from September 28, 2021 meeting

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss updates on current art installations, including the deinstallation of the Canalfront and George H.P. Smith Park projects, and to plan programming for 2021 and exhibitions for next year. They will also consider a community art project by Amanda Brower that would involve collecting and sewing donated cloth into a building wrap or quilt. The agenda includes reports on past activities and public comments.

• Deinstall of Canalfront Project (Weiss project) and George H.P. Smith Park (Kate Dodd project) on Nov 4
• Nov 3 community workshop on role of public art in community building and placemaking
• Discussion of 2022 exhibitions: Vivian Collins (tree pieces), Letha Wilson (photo collage), Rose DeSiano (Absent Monuments)
• Discussion of a 2023 piece by DeWitt Godfrey
• Community art project by Amanda Brower: collect and sew donated cloth into a building wrap or quilt

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. No votes or final decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is listed under unfinished business for discussion only. The meeting is open via Zoom and in person.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance to amend the city's zoning code. The changes affect building height rules, off-street parking and loading standards, administrative review processes, and other sections. The council is deciding whether to adopt these amendments.

• Amends building height measurement rules, including exceptions for roof features and flood-prone area limits
• Changes off-street parking space minimums: 162 sq ft for residential, 200 sq ft for other uses
• Limits curb cuts to 20 feet (12 feet in certain districts) and one driveway per residential parcel
• Adds City Planner to code administration duties and updates appeal procedures
• Removes sections on Historic Preservation Commission and Commercial Architectural Review Commission

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Executive Committee on Resiliency is meeting to hear presentations on stormwater management and sea-level rise approaches. The agenda includes an overview of the city's stormwater system, a comparison of Lewes regulations to other Delaware coastal towns, and an addendum to a previous presentation on sea-level rise strategies. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation on City stormwater management by Charlie O'Donnell of GMB, covering 25 outfalls to Lewes-Rehoboth Canal and 7 to Canary Creek
• Discussion of Beachside drainage issues, including tidal flooding and a potential $5.5 million (2021) cost for a stormwater study
• Comparison of Lewes regulations to other Delaware coastal towns by City Planner Janelle Cornwell
• Addendum to previous presentation on sea-level rise approaches from other places by Jennifer Reitz of IPA
• Surge tide vulnerability locations identified: West Cedar Avenue, New Road at Canary Creek, Savannah Road, and Pilottown Road

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting to present and discuss proposed amendments to the FY2022 budget (April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022). The agenda includes detailed budget tables showing proposed changes to revenues and expenditures across all city funds. No formal vote is listed on the agenda; it is a discussion item.

• Proposed FY2022 budget amendments increase total revenues and expenditures by 16.30% to $11,125,850
• General Fund grant revenue proposed to increase 363.21% to $1,092,485
• General Fund grant expenditures proposed to increase 476.99% to $1,014,640
• Building permit revenue proposed to increase 31.58% to $500,000
• Parking meter collections proposed to increase 30.77% to $850,000

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170 of the Subdivision and Land Development Code. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss updates on the historical marker, volunteer research, and the renaming of Beach #2 to Johnnie Walker Beach. They will also discuss and possibly take action on setting the date, location, and team for the 2022 Juneteenth celebration, as well as intellectual property matters. The agenda includes approval of the September 16, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Discussion and possible action on Juneteenth Celebration 2022 (set date/location/team)
• Update on Beach's 1 & 2 renaming (Beach #2 to Johnnie Walker Beach)
• Update on marker (Peter Lewis marker denial by Delaware Public Archives)
• Update(s) on volunteer research
• Discussion on intellectual property

CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE

The Capital Projects Committee is receiving updates on current and planned capital projects, including street and building improvements. The agenda covers the status of ongoing projects like the Rollins Center restroom addition and police station improvements, as well as planned work such as the Monroe/Railroad/Adams Avenue revitalization and Phase 26 street improvements. The committee will also discuss the multi-year capital plan. No votes or decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Monroe/Railroad/Adams Avenue revitalization: total project cost estimate of $971,000 (City only), plus $1,000,000 BPW estimate
• Phase 26 street improvements: $129,118 project cost estimate for 4th Street and Marina Drive overlays
• Fisher Martin House renovations: considering a $36,000 proposal for spot repairs vs. a full structural analysis
• Canalfront Park Marina and City Dock: replacement decking estimated at $60,000 for the City Dock; various repair estimates for the marina
• Update on current projects: Streets Phase 25, Rollins Center restroom addition, Police Station interim improvements, George H.P. Smith Park playground and pavilion

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will consider a minor subdivision application for the Lands of Thomas, proposing to create one new lot and a residual lot at the southeast corner of Oregon Ave. and Bay Ave. The commission will also receive updates on a source water protection overlay ordinance and a comprehensive zoning code amendment. Reports from subcommittees and approval of prior meeting minutes are also on the agenda.

• Minor subdivision MS-2-21 for Lands of Thomas: 1 new lot plus residual lot, zoned R-3, at Oregon Ave. and Bay Ave.
• Update on ordinance amending Section 197-75, Source Water Protection Overlay.
• Ordinance Ord-3-21: amendments to zoning code sections on historic preservation, building height, parking, and administrative reviews.
• Reports from Annexation Code, Subdivision Code, and Executive Committee on Resiliency subcommittees.
• Approval of minutes from LPC Special Meeting 9-1-2021 and Regular Meeting 9-15-2021.

LPC ANNEXATION SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss and review annexation zones. The agenda contains only this single discussion item plus call to order and adjournment, with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

• Discussion and review of annexation zones

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to consider a request from Lewes Lights organizers for a holiday lights display in the parks. The agenda also includes updates on the Public Art Committee and Friends of Canalfront Park, as well as approval of minutes from September meetings.

• Presentation, discussion, and possible action on Lewes Lights holiday display request
• Update on Public Art Committee by Barry Dunkin
• Update on Friends of Canalfront Park by Rodney Robinson
• Approval of minutes from September 20 and September 30 meetings

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The Lewes LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the September 22, 2021 meeting and unfinished business on code changes. No specific proposals or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code
• Approval of minutes from September 22, 2021 meeting

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Mayor and City Council will consider extending a moratorium on Source Water Protection Overlay requirements for properties between the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal and Delaware Bay until February 14, 2022, and schedule a public hearing on amending Section 197-75. They will also review the Planning Commission's rejection of Fisher's Cove, a DART bus shelter agreement, a short-term rental workplan, wayfinding implementation, and a land swap with DRBA.

• Ordinance to extend moratorium on Section 197-75 until February 14, 2022
• Resolution to schedule public hearing on amending Source Water Protection Overlay
• Planning Commission report recommending denial of Fisher's Cove
• Memorandum of Agreement with DART for bus shelter along Savannah Road in Zwaanendael Park
• Land swap request involving Monroe Avenue right-of-way and Freeman Highway

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special executive session, closed to the public, to discuss personnel matters and strategy sessions involving legal advice regarding collective bargaining or potential litigation. No public decisions are listed on the agenda; any action on discussed matters would occur after the closed session. This is a procedural meeting with no public agenda items.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b) for personnel matters
• Executive session for legal strategy on collective bargaining or litigation
• Possible consideration and/or action on matters discussed in executive session

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Lewes Finance Committee will review the city's financial statements, investments, and budget, as well as current fees and charges. They will also discuss short-term rentals. The meeting includes public comments and future agenda items.

• Review of September 2021 financial statements and UBS investment report
• Comparison of city fees with Lewes, Milton, Rehoboth, Bethany, and Sussex County
• Discussion of short-term rentals
• General fund revenue at 73.62% of budget year-to-date
• Police expenses at 46.23% of budget year-to-date

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Executive Committee on Resiliency will debrief prior presentations, hear from the City Planner on existing flood and sea level rise ordinances, and learn about approaches from other places. The committee will also approve minutes from the last meeting and take public comments.

• Debriefing of previous meeting presentations
• Presentation on City of Lewes ordinances relevant to flooding and sea level rise
• Presentation on sea level rise approaches from other places
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Public comments

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 11, 2021, with several items for discussion and possible action. Key items include ordinances on fire suppression requirements, fence regulations, and building height, as well as site plan approvals for Lewes Brewing Company and Fancy Pants Holdings. The council will also consider proclamations, appointments, and various administrative items.

• Ordinance to eliminate fire suppression requirement for new residences (Ord-1-21)
• Site plan for Lewes Brewing Company off Savannah Rd (SP-2-21)
• Site plan for mixed-use building at 820 Kings Hwy (SP-3-21)
• Ordinance amending building height and other zoning regulations (Ord-3-21)
• Request for on-street ADA parking on Illinois and Iowa Avenues

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will consider an application for significant work at 151 Kings Highway, including a two-story addition, renovations, a screened porch, and an accessory structure. The commission will also discuss the Historic District resurvey, potential ordinance changes, and updates on zoning code revisions. The meeting includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Application for 151 Kings Highway: removal of left rear portion, two-story addition, renovations, screened porch, accessory structure
• Discussion of HPARC ordinance review for potential clarifications and changes
• Update on Historic District Resurvey, Phase I-VII
• Update on Mayor and City Council's October 4 public hearing on Zoning Code Sections 197-58 & 59
• Approval of September 2, 2021 meeting minutes

MITIGATION PLANNING TEAM

The Lewes Mitigation Planning Team will meet to discuss phragmites control, including fall spraying plans, and receive updates on resiliency efforts, NIMS/ICS training, and the RASCL program. The agenda includes several discussion items but no formal votes or public hearings.

• Phragmites control update: current status and fall spraying plans for Chatham Marsch
• Report on Lewes Executive Committee on Resiliency
• NIMS Training Update
• ICS Training Update by Shelby Shockley
• RASCL update: Summit December 7/8 and RISK 2.0 Update

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee - 06 Oct 2021 Canceled

The Lewes LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee regular meeting scheduled for October 6, 2021, was canceled. The agenda had included approval of minutes from September 22 and discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code.

• Meeting canceled
• Minutes from Sept 22 2021 listed
• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code listed

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing to consider two site plans: a mixed-use building at 820 Kings Hwy (SP-3-21) and a brewery off Savannah Rd (SP-2-21). The council will hear presentations, discuss, and take public input before deciding on approval. The agenda includes only these two public hearing items.

• Site plan SP-3-21 for a 2,400 SF mixed-use building at 820 Kings Hwy, with 1,200 SF commercial and two apartments, requiring 9 parking spaces.
• Site plan SP-2-21 for Lewes Brewing Company off Savannah Rd.
• JSDRC recommended approval of SP-3-21 with conditions including sidewalk coordination with DelDOT, resolving property boundary discrepancy, and landscaping along Kings Hwy.
• Both properties are zoned GC (General Commercial).

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance (Ord-2-21) that would amend the city's zoning code to increase the maximum fence height in required front yards from 3 to 4 feet and require such fences to be opaque. The ordinance would also grant the Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission (HPARC) discretion to allow fences, walls, or shrubbery in front yards to exceed the height limit, consistent with Secretary of Interior Standards. HPARC recommended approval on September 2, 2021. The council may take action on the ordinance after the hearing.

• Amends Section 197-54 to raise front-yard fence height from 3 ft to 4 ft and require opacity
• Amends Section 197-58 to allow HPARC to recommend changes that may require violation of other code sections
• Amends Section 197-59 to allow HPARC to approve fence heights exceeding dimensional standards per Secretary of Interior Standards
• HPARC recommended approval on September 2, 2021
• Public hearing scheduled for October 4, 2021 at 6:00 PM via Rollins Center and Zoom

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special meeting that consists solely of an executive session, closed to the public, to discuss strategy involving collective bargaining or pending or potential litigation, per Delaware law. The agenda includes no open-session business items, only the closed session, possible action on matters discussed, and adjournment. This is procedural boilerplate with no public decisions or discussions listed.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4) for strategy on collective bargaining or litigation

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on renaming Beach 1. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of potential new names, such as Savannah, Bayview, DeBraak, or a name honoring Native Americans. No other substantive items are listed.

• Discussion and possible action on renaming Beach 1
• Potential names: Savannah, Bayview, DeBraak, or a Native American name

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health is meeting to discuss the latest coronavirus situation in Delaware and consider recommendations on vaccination and testing for the city workforce. The board may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion and possible recommendation on vaccination and testing of City workforce
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of minutes from August 31, 2021 meeting

LEWES BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Lewes Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting to discuss ongoing and new business related to bicycle and pedestrian safety and infrastructure. Agenda items include updates on a crosswalk at New Road and Forecastle Lane, Cedar Street bike lanes, crosswalk signage, and new crosswalks at Fourth Street intersections. The committee will also discuss outreach efforts and a Delaware Bicycle Council grant project for the Lewes Loop Low-Stress Bikeway.

• Crosswalk at New Road and Forecastle Lane
• Cedar Street bike lanes
• Crosswalk signage
• Crosswalks at Fourth St intersections from Ocean View to New Road
• Delaware Bicycle Council grant project - Lewes Loop Low-stress Bikeway

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Lewes Executive Committee on Resiliency is meeting to debrief on previous presentations and hear a new overview of the roles and responsibilities of different levels of government. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no specific decisions or votes listed.

• Committee debriefing on previous presentations
• Presentation on roles and responsibilities of different levels of government
• Public comment period

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Mayor and City Council are holding a workshop to discuss how to manage short-term rentals in Lewes. Topics include defining short-term rentals by length of stay, potential zoning restrictions, parking and occupancy rules, licensing fees, and a gross receipts rental tax. Staff will later draft ordinances and provide revenue estimates, with any fee or tax changes targeted for FY2023.

• Discussion of defining short-term rentals (3-month vs. 6-month stay)
• Possible zoning prohibitions, off-street parking minimums, and occupancy limits
• Licensing fees and gross receipts rental tax rates for short-term vs. long-term rentals
• Staff to provide revenue estimates for different fee/tax scenarios
• Ordinance drafting and public outreach planned, with adoption tied to FY2023 budget

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from four prior meetings and continue discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the main item is an ongoing discussion.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code
• Approval of minutes from June 14, July 15, Aug. 20, and Sept. 13, 2021 meetings

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee will hold its regular meeting to review recent public art projects, plan community engagement, and discuss upcoming exhibitions. They will hear reports on the de-installation of the Canalfront and George H.P. Smith Park projects, and plan a community meeting on the role of public art. New business includes organizing small winter art exhibits and selecting artists for next year's installations.

• Report on de-install of Canalfront Project (Weiss project)
• Comments on Kate Dodd Project at George H.P. Smith Park, de-install scheduled Nov 4
• Community meeting planned for first week of November on role of public art
• Winter art exhibits and 2nd street window show planned
• Discussion on next year's exhibitions, including representational pieces and different locations

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT - 20 Sep 2021 - CANCELLED

This meeting of the Lewes Board of Adjustment was canceled, so no decisions or discussions occurred. The agenda had listed one item: an appeal by Elizabeth Owen, representing the Lewes Historical Society, contesting the determination that the Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission has authority over the Cultural/Historic Zone.

• Meeting canceled; no items considered
• Appeal by Elizabeth Owen (Lewes Historical Society) re: HPARC authority over Cultural/Historic Zone (not heard)

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and possibly act on a recommendation from the African American Heritage Committee to rename Beach 2. They will also review the master plan process for Great Marsh Park and hear updates on Canalfront Park and the Public Art Committee.

• Possible action on renaming Beach 2 based on African American Heritage Committee recommendation
• Discussion of Great Marsh Park master plan process
• Update on Friends of Canalfront Park activities
• Update on Public Art Committee projects

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a resolution setting a public hearing for a comprehensive zoning ordinance amendment covering building height, parking, driveways, and other regulations. They will also consider a lease extension for 204 Midland Avenue. The meeting includes a proclamation for the 20th anniversary of Lewes in Bloom.

• Resolution to set public hearing for zoning ordinance amendments (Ord-3-21)
• Amendments to building height, off-street parking, loading, and administrative review sections
• Lease extension for 204 Midland Avenue
• Proclamation for 20th anniversary of Lewes in Bloom

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission is meeting to approve minutes from August 19 and September 3, 2021, and to receive updates on the historical marker for Peter Lewis, volunteer research, and the renaming of Beach #2. The commission previously recommended renaming the beach 'Johnnie Walker Beach' and will discuss related updates.

• Approval of minutes from 8-19-2021 and 9-3-2021
• Update on marker for Peter Lewis, shipbuilder and minister
• Update on volunteer research, including oral histories
• Update on Beach #2 renaming to 'Johnnie Walker Beach'

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will discuss and possibly recommend approval of a minor subdivision for the Lands of Thomas, creating one new lot with a residual lot at the southeast corner of Oregon Ave. and Bay Ave. The commission will also consider amendments to the city's floodplain regulations. Reports from subcommittees and approval of the August 18, 2021 minutes are also on the agenda.

• Minor subdivision MS-2-21 for Lands of Thomas: 1 new lot plus residual lot, zoned R-3, at Oregon Ave. and Bay Ave.
• Proposed lots meet R-3 dimensional requirements (min. lot size 6,000 SF, frontage 50 ft., etc.)
• Site is in floodplain Zone AE (base flood elevation 9 ft.); finished floors must be 1.5 ft. above BFE.
• Lewes BPW will serve the site; new lot impact fees: water $2,600, wastewater $2,893, electric $1,350–$2,506.
• Ordinance to amend Section 197-73 of zoning code relating to floodplain regulations.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Executive Committee on Resiliency will hear a guest presentation from DNREC's State Floodplain Manager on FEMA, the National Flood Insurance Program, and Risk Rating, and will follow up on questions from previous presentations. The committee will then discuss the presentations and take public comments.

• Guest presentation: Dave Warga, DNREC State Floodplain Manager, on FEMA, NFIP, and Risk Rating
• Follow-up on 'parking lot' questions from previous presentations with Bob Scarborough, DNREC Program Manager

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council will discuss and possibly act on several land-use and code items, including a final subdivision plan, a zoning change for the former Lewes Middle School, and an ordinance to eliminate a fire-suppression requirement for new residences. They will also consider setting public hearings for two site plans and a fence/Historic District ordinance amendment, plus fee changes and policy updates.

• Final Subdivision Plan for Olde Town at Whites Pond off Freeman Hwy. and Monroe Ave.
• Zone change for Lewes Middle School from CF(E) to GC (General Commercial)
• Ordinance to eliminate Section 70-53 fire suppression requirement for new residences
• Site plan for mixed-use building at 820 Kings Hwy. (Fancy Pants Holdings, LLC)
• Site plan for microbrewery at 1145 Savannah Rd. (Lewes Brewing Company)

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is meeting in executive session, closed to the public, to discuss strategy involving collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation, and to discuss an individual citizen's qualifications for a job or training. No public action items are listed on the agenda beyond the closed session and possible action on matters discussed therein.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4) for strategy on collective bargaining or litigation
• Executive session under §10004(b)(1) to discuss a citizen's job or training qualifications
• Possible consideration/action on matters discussed in executive session

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The Lewes LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The agenda includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings and a discussion item on code changes. No specific proposals or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2021, July 15, 2021, and Aug. 20, 2020 meetings

Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee

The Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee will hold a public hearing and possibly recommend action on a site plan for a mixed-use building at 820 Kings Hwy. The committee will also set a regular meeting date and approve minutes from May 2021 meetings.

• Public hearing on Site Plan SP-3-21 for Fancy Pants Holdings, LLC, mixed-use building at 820 Kings Hwy
• Possible recommendation to Mayor and City Council on the site plan
• Setting a regular meeting date and time for the Committee
• Approval of minutes from May 3 and May 12, 2021 meetings

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission is meeting to consider corrections and action on the re-naming of Beach #2. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, along with call to order and adjournment.

• Corrections and action on re-naming of Beach #2

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special executive session closed to the public to discuss strategy involving collective bargaining or potential litigation, and to discuss an individual citizen's qualifications for a job or training. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public action items listed beyond possible consideration of matters discussed in the closed session.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4) for strategy on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation
• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(1) to discuss an individual citizen's job or training qualifications
• Agenda amended August 31, 2021 to add item #2

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will consider revisions to zoning code sections 197-58 and 197-59, which govern historic district review and criteria, and may recommend changes to the Mayor and City Council. The commission will also discuss a resurvey of the Historic District and review its own ordinance for potential clarifications. The agenda includes routine items like approving minutes and a chair/staff report.

• Discussion and possible recommendation on revisions to Section 197-58 & 59 of the Zoning Code
• Update on the Resurvey of the Historic District, Phase I - VII
• Review of HPARC ordinance for potential clarifications, changes, and additions
• Presentation of Chair/Staff Report for August
• Approval of August 5, 2021 meeting minutes

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly take action on the Fishers Cove Major Subdivision, which would create 18 single-family lots with site improvements off Rodney Avenue in an R-2 zone. The public hearing record was left open until July 30, 2021, and the commission will consider submitted public and applicant comments, as well as responses to commissioner questions.

• Fishers Cove Major Subdivision: 18 single-family lots and site improvements off Rodney Ave
• Zoned R-2, SCTM 335-4.00-15.00
• Public hearing record open until July 30, 2021 for comments
• Commission questions sent to Sussex Conservation District, City Engineer, staff, and applicant

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health will receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and discuss possible recommendations regarding vaccination and testing of the City workforce. The board may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda includes approval of minutes from June and August meetings.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion and possible recommendation on vaccination and testing of City workforce
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of minutes from June 9 and August 3, 2021 meetings

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a regular meeting with a single substantive agenda item: reviewing and discussing the 2017 Comprehensive Plan in preparation for the required 5-year review. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review and discuss the 2017 Comprehensive Plan for the upcoming 5-year review

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing on two items: a request to rezone 4,233 square feet of Lewes Middle School property from Community Facilities (Educational) to General Commercial to resolve a building encroachment, and the final subdivision plan for Olde Town at Whites Pond, which proposes 85 single-family homes on 36.943 acres off Freeman Hwy. The Planning Commission has recommended approval for both items.

• Rezone 4,233 SF of Lewes Middle School (Savannah Rd.) from CF(E) to GC (CZ-2-21)
• Final subdivision plan for Olde Town at Whites Pond: 85 single-family lots, 36.943 acres
• Waiver requested to reduce street width to 28 ft. in new subdivision
• Conditions include signal installation at Monroe Ave., native tree species, and buffer along Freeman Hwy.
• Public hearing for both items on Aug 30, 2021

Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee

The Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee will hold a public hearing and consider recommending the site plan for Lewes Brewing Company (SP-2-21) to the Mayor and City Council. The plan involves converting existing buildings at 1145 Savannah Rd. into a microbrewery with a tasting room, observation deck, parking, and site improvements. The committee will also set a regular meeting date and approve minutes from May 2021 meetings.

• Site plan for Lewes Brewing Company microbrewery at 1145 Savannah Rd., zoned GC
• 12 parking spaces proposed (9 required), 2 bicycle racks
• One-way entrance and exit off Savannah Rd., subject to DelDOT approval
• Stormwater management exemption confirmed by Sussex Conservation District
• Site partially in 500-year floodplain; Historic Lewes Byway adjacent

CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE

The Capital Projects Committee is meeting to review updates on current and planned capital projects, including street improvements, building renovations, and vehicle/equipment needs. They will discuss the multi-year capital plan. The agenda includes specific project updates such as the Phase 25 street improvements and the police station space study.

• Phase 25 street improvements awarded to Jerry's, Inc. for $163,404.05
• Smith Avenue/Franklin Avenue/Schley Avenue parking lot improvements with cost estimates up to $227,000
• Margaret H. Rollins Center restroom addition under construction for $289,512
• Monroe/Railroad/Adams Avenue revitalization project estimated at $1,001,000 (city only)
• Phase 26 street improvements estimated at $129,118

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee is meeting to review modifications to its Policy Document and new application, discuss an artistic bike rack proposal for 3rd Street, and begin planning next year's exhibitions with consultant Karin Bravin. The committee will also receive updates on ongoing projects including the Canalfront Project, George H P Smith Park mosaic, and a community meeting on public art's role.

• Review of modifications to Policy Document and new Application for Public Art
• Artistic bike rack proposal for 3rd Street
• First discussions on next year's exhibitions with Karin Bravin
• Community meeting planning on role of public art (1st week of November)
• Progress updates on Canalfront Project, Smith Park mosaic, and Canalfront Park Mosaic

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Executive Committee on Resiliency is holding a regular meeting with two guest presentations from DNREC staff: an overview of flooding causes and impacts, and a demonstration of DNREC's flood mapping tool and coastal inundation maps. The committee will discuss the presentations and take public comments. The agenda is otherwise procedural, covering approval of minutes from July 26 and August 10, 2021.

• Guest presentation by Dave Warga, DNREC State Floodplain Manager, on flooding causes and impacts
• Guest presentation by Dr. Gina Tonn, DNREC Engineer IV, on flood mapping tool and coastal inundation maps
• Approval of minutes from July 26, 2021 and August 10, 2021
• Public comments period

BOARD OF ETHICS

The Board of Ethics is meeting to consider allegations of a violation of the City's Code of Conduct. The board will hold an executive session to discuss the complaints and may take possible action afterward. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Executive session to consider allegations of Code of Conduct violations
• Possible action on allegations discussed in executive session

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss and possibly act on an ordinance that would eliminate Section 70-53 from the city's building code, which currently requires new residences to include fire suppression systems. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Public hearing on ordinance to repeal Section 70-53 (fire suppression systems requirement) from Chapter 70 Building Code
• Possible council action on the ordinance after the hearing

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee will discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The discussion focuses on revising the preliminary plan review process, including adding a pre-application meeting and updating application requirements. The subcommittee will also review minutes from previous meetings.

• Discussion of changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code
• Proposed addition of pre-application meeting requirement
• Revised preliminary plan review process and application form
• Review of June 14 and July 15, 2021 minutes

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission will discuss and take possible action on renaming Lewes Beach #2, following a proposal to honor Johnny Walker, a black-owned business proprietor. The agenda also includes updates on a historic marker and volunteer research, plus approval of July 15, 2021 minutes. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and in person.

• Discussion and action on renaming Lewes Beach #2
• Update on historic marker application to State Archives
• Approval of July 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Volunteer research updates and new volunteers

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will hear a presentation and discussion on a minor subdivision application (MS-2-21) for the Lands of Thomas, which proposes to create one new lot and a residual lot at the southeast corner of Oregon Ave. and Bay Ave. The commission may make a recommendation to the Mayor and City Council. The property is zoned R-3 (Residential Beach) and is in a floodplain. The agenda also includes reports from subcommittees and approval of the July 21, 2021 minutes.

• Minor subdivision MS-2-21 for Lands of Thomas: create 1 new lot plus residual lot, located off Oregon Ave. and Bay Ave., zoned R-3
• Proposed lots meet R-3 dimensional requirements: 6,000 SF min lot size, 50 ft frontage, 120 ft depth, 25 ft front setback, 8 ft side, 15 ft rear, 34 ft max height, 3 stories, 65% lot coverage
• Existing house to be relocated to one parcel; site in floodplain (Zone AE, base flood elevation 9 ft) requiring compliance with flood protection ordinances
• Lewes Board of Public Works confirms capacity to serve site with electric, water, wastewater, and stormwater; new lot subject to impact fees (water $2,600, wastewater $2,893, electric $1,350 for 200 amp service)
• Application fee of $500; similar subdivision approved Sept 10, 2018 but lapsed

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss and possibly act on the final report from the Pickleball Facility Subcommittee, which recommends building dedicated pickleball courts. They will also hear a presentation on herbicides used in city parks. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and updates from commissioners.

• Presentation, discussion, and possible action on the Pickleball Facility Subcommittee final report
• Presentation and discussion of herbicides used in the City of Lewes
• Update on Public Art Committee and Friends of Canalfront Park
• Approval of minutes from July 19, 2021 meeting

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Lewes Finance Committee will review current financial statements and budget, discuss capital projects, continue drafting financial policy statements, and consider inventory/asset management tools. They will also review rental tax rates, business licenses, parking rates, an ARPA update, and the city's taxing authority. The agenda includes approval of minutes from prior meetings.

• Review of July 2021 monthly financial report
• Discussion of capital projects, including Monroe-Adams-Railroad Project ($916,000 city portion) and tennis/pickleball court improvements ($160,000)
• Continue drafting Financial Policy Statements, including Purchasing Policy Draft 8/2021
• Review of City rental tax rates, business licenses, and parking rates
• Discussion of City Charter Section 29 Tax Levy and potential need to adjust taxing authority

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee - 12 Aug 2021 Cancelled

This meeting of the Lewes LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee, scheduled for August 12, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda had included approval of minutes from prior meetings and discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code, but no business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled
• Discussion of Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code changes (not held)

MITIGATION PLANNING TEAM

The Lewes Mitigation Planning Team is meeting to discuss ongoing flood and resiliency efforts, including phragmites control at Chatham Marsh, flood monitoring and reporting, and updates on community resiliency and recovery. The agenda includes reports from the Lewes Executive Committee on Resiliency and the LPC Subcommittee on water recharge, as well as a NIMS training update and discussion of a tabletop exercise.

• Phragmites control at Chatham Marsh: current cutting status, future spray/burn plans
• Report on Lewes Executive Committee on Resiliency by Mayor Becker and City Manager Townshend
• LPC Subcommittee report on water recharge by Janelle Cornwell
• Flood monitoring and reporting update by Charlie O'Donnell
• Discussion regarding tabletop exercise

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Lewes Executive Committee on Resiliency is meeting to hear guest presentations on coastal hazards and sea level rise projections from Delaware Sea Grant and the Delaware Geological Survey, followed by committee discussion of next steps. The agenda includes public comment and adjournment, with no votes or decisions listed.

• Guest presentation by Danielle Swallow, Coastal Hazards Specialist, Delaware Sea Grant on hazards, risks, and vulnerability
• Guest presentation by Dr. John Callahan, Associate Scientist and Climatologist, Delaware Geological Survey on sea level rise and projection scenarios
• Committee discussion of presentations and next steps
• Public comment period

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding a regular meeting with multiple public hearings and possible actions, including rezoning the former Lewes Middle School, approving a final subdivision plan, and entering development agreements. The agenda also includes several routine items like proclamations, consent agenda approvals, and committee appointments.

• Public hearing for final subdivision plan for Olde Town at Whites Pond off Freeman Hwy and Monroe Ave
• Rezoning request for Lewes Middle School from CF(E) to GC zone
• Bid award for Phase 25 street repaving on Shipcarpenter Street and crosswalk at Cedar Street and Savannah Road
• Development agreement for Lewes Waterfront Preserve
• Ordinance to eliminate Section 70-53 (fire suppression requirement for new residences)

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will consider a request by Cambria Construction for Adam Silver to build a retaining wall along the front property line at 514 Kings Highway. The commission will also receive updates on the Historic District resurvey and discuss potential changes to the HPARC ordinance. The meeting includes approval of the July 1, 2021 minutes and a chair/staff report.

• Retaining wall construction at 514 Kings Highway (SCTM 335-8.11-136.00, R-4/H, contributing)
• Update on Resurvey of the Historic District, Phase I-VII
• Review of HPARC ordinance for potential clarifications, changes, and additions
• Approval of July 1, 2021 meeting minutes

BOARD OF ETHICS

The Board of Ethics is meeting to consider allegations of violations of the City's Code of Conduct. The board will hold an executive session to discuss the allegations and consider a request for an advisory opinion, followed by consideration of items discussed in the session.

• Executive session to consider allegations of Code of Conduct violations
• Consideration of request for advisory opinion

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a workshop to discuss possible uses of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds the City received. This is a discussion item only, with no formal votes or decisions listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of possible uses of ARPA funds received by the City

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special executive session closed to the public, authorized under Delaware law for strategy discussions involving legal advice on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation. The agenda is procedural and contains no public action items; any action on matters discussed would occur afterward.

• Closed executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b)(4) for litigation or bargaining strategy
• Possible consideration/action on executive session matters after the closed portion

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health will meet to receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and consider possible action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the June 9, 2021 meeting. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main substantive items being the COVID-19 update and potential recommendations.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of minutes from June 9, 2021

LEWES BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Lewes Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee regular meeting scheduled for July 27, 2021, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special executive session closed to the public, citing Delaware law for strategy sessions involving legal advice on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation. No public discussion or action items are listed beyond the closed session and possible action on matters discussed therein. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no substantive public business scheduled.

• Executive session under 29 Del. Code §10004(b) for legal strategy on bargaining or litigation
• Possible consideration/action on matters discussed in executive session

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ON RESILIENCY

The Executive Committee on Resiliency is holding its first regular meeting to organize itself. Members will discuss and possibly adopt draft ground rules, member responsibilities, and voting procedures, and set the meeting schedule. The committee, appointed by the Mayor and Council, works with DNREC's Resilient Community Partnership and the University of Delaware's Institute for Public Administration to address sea level rise and climate change. The agenda is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions listed.

• Discussion and possible action on draft Committee Responsibilities and Procedures
• Overview of the Resilient Community Partnership
• Set the LECR Meeting Schedule and Logistics
• Discussion of Background Information and Training opportunities
• Public comment period

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION & MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL TRAINING

The Lewes Planning Commission and Mayor & City Council are holding a joint training session on land use law and land development review. The meeting is open to the public but no questions or comments will be taken. The training covers topics such as comprehensive plans, zoning changes, subdivision review, FOIA, and constitutional issues.

• Training on land use law and land development review
• Discussion of Comprehensive Development Plan requirements
• Review of zoning change statutory factors
• Subdivision review criteria including 22 listed considerations
• FOIA compliance and meeting conduct guidance

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will discuss and possibly recommend action on two items: the final subdivision plan for Olde Town at Whites Pond, proposing 85 single-family lots off Freeman Hwy., and a request to rezone a portion of the Lewes Middle School property from educational to general commercial. The commission will also hear reports from subcommittees and consider minutes from the June 16 meeting.

• Final Subdivision Plan for Olde Town at Whites Pond: 85 single-family lots, 36.943 acres, off Freeman Hwy. and Monroe Ave.
• Request for waiver of entrance permit requirement at time of Planning Commission review for Olde Town at Whites Pond
• Change of zone (CZ-2-21) for 4,233 SF of Lewes Middle School property from CF(E) to GC, to allow a lot line adjustment
• Reports from Annexation Zones, Floodplain, and Subdivision Code Subcommittees
• Approval of June 16, 2021 meeting minutes

LPC ANNEXATION SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss and review annexation zones. The agenda includes call to order, minutes, and adjournment, with the main item being the discussion of annexation zones. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Discussion and review of annexation zones

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss updates on parks, gardens, and public art, and to consider a business plan for No Shoes Beach Bonfires to provide services at Beach 1 and Beach 2. The agenda includes reports from subcommittees and old business on mosaic art placement. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Presentation, discussion, and possible action on No Shoes Beach Bonfires business plan for Beach 1 and Beach 2
• Update on Public Art Committee review of mosaic pieces in Canalfront Park and George HP Smith Park gardens
• Commissioners' reports on Friends of Canalfront Park, Community Garden, Public Art Committee, and Pickleball Subcommittee

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The agenda includes approval of the June 14, 2021 minutes and a discussion of possible code revisions. The June minutes indicate prior discussions about pre-application meetings, adding a purpose statement, and reorganizing the chapter with design standards.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code
• Approval of June 14, 2021 meeting minutes
• Prior discussion on pre-application meetings for major subdivisions
• Prior discussion on adding a purpose statement to Chapter 170
• Prior discussion on adopting design standards and guidelines

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission will vote on whether to approve and submit the application for a historical marker honoring Peter Lewis, with placement planned in the AMEC Cemetery on Pilottown Road. The commission will also hear updates on volunteer research and presentations from Lewes Parks & Recreation Commissioner Kay Carnahan regarding Lewes Beach #2 and Historic Lewes Byways Executive Director Mary Roth. The meeting includes approval of the June 17, 2021 minutes and a discussion of a student picture documentary project.

• Vote on approval of Peter Lewis historical marker application for submission to State Archives
• Presentation and discussion with Kay Carnahan, Lewes Parks & Recreation Commissioner, on Lewes Beach #2
• Presentation and discussion with Mary Roth, Executive Director of Historic Lewes Byways
• Approval of minutes from June 17, 2021 meeting
• Discussion of student picture documentary project

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on the Fishers Cove Major Subdivision, which proposes 18 single-family lots and site improvements off Rodney Ave. The application was previously rejected in 2019 but returned by the Mayor and City Council with considerations, which the applicant has addressed. The commission will consider the revised plan, including road waivers and other requests.

• 18 single-family lots on R-2 zoned property off Rodney Ave.
• Rodney Ave. widening from 18 ft to 24 ft with drainage
• Waivers for road width reductions (32 ft to 24/25 ft) and dead-end street length (225 ft vs 200 ft max)
• Sidewalk waiver on Rodney Ave. extension, cul-de-sac interior, and Jacks Way
• Stormwater plan approved by Sussex Conservation District; net zero fill in floodplain

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including appointing members to an executive committee on sea level rise and climate change resiliency, scheduling a workshop on ARPA fund uses, and considering changes to the city fee schedule for street break permits. They will also discuss the final subdivision plan for Lewes Waterfront Preserves and a recommendation on striping tennis courts for pickleball.

• Appointment of members to Executive Committee on sea level rise and climate change resiliency
• Discussion and possible action on final subdivision plan for Lewes Waterfront Preserves off New Rd.
• Possible action on scheduling workshop to prioritize uses of ARPA funds
• Possible action on changes to fee schedule for street break permits (fee and bond/escrow requirement)
• Discussion on whether Chapter 95.1 includes gas-powered power washers

PICKLEBALL FACILITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Pickleball Facility Subcommittee will discuss and possibly act on potential pickleball facility sites, specifically land bordering New Road and Park Road and University of Delaware property, and may make a recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Commission. The agenda includes approval of June 2, 2021 minutes. Prior discussions covered needs like 6-8 courts and 40 parking spaces, with several locations considered.

• Discussion and possible action on land bordering New Road and Park Road
• Discussion and possible action on University of Delaware land
• Possible recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Approval of June 2, 2021 meeting minutes

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a regular meeting to review applications, including a request by M&T Bank to replace roof materials at 134 Second Street. They will also discuss the Historic District resurvey, appoint members to a joint site development committee, and consider minutes from prior meetings.

• M&T Bank roof replacement at 134 Second Street (TC/H, contributing)
• Appointment of 3 HPARC members to Joint Site Development Ad-Hoc Review Committee for 1145 Savannah Road site plan
• Update on Historic District Resurvey, Phase I-VII
• Approval of minutes from May 11 and June 3 meetings

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes, welcome a new member, and discuss old business including installation updates for the Weiss and Dodd projects and a resolution on the mosaic project application. Future projects include a public forum and a 2022 mural. The agenda is routine with no major policy decisions.

• Approval of May 26, 2021 meeting minutes
• Welcome new member Nancy Leeman
• Update on Weiss sculpture installation and signage
• Update on Kate Dodd project installation at George H.P. Smith Park
• Resolution of mosaic project application for Lewes in Bloom gardens

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting to consider a development agreement with Lewes Senior Living Owner, LLC and Lewes Attainable House, LLC, including an assisted living transfer tax memorandum of understanding. They will also discuss using ARPA funds for restrooms at the Rollins Center. An executive session is scheduled, but no specific topics are listed.

• Development agreement with Lewes Senior Living Owner, LLC and Lewes Attainable House, LLC
• Assisted Living Transfer Tax MOU
• Use of ARPA funds for Rollins Center Restrooms
• Executive session pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004(b)

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to discuss and possibly act on striping tennis courts for pickleball, renaming Beach 1 and Beach 2, and receive updates on subcommittees and park projects. The agenda includes old and new business items, with possible action on both the court striping and beach renaming.

• Discussion and possible action on striping tennis courts for pickleball
• Discussion and possible action on renaming Beach 1 and Beach 2
• Update on Pickleball Facility Subcommittee
• Update on Friends of Canalfront Park
• Update on Community Garden

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the Resilient Community Partnership, including feedback from listening sessions and a survey. The agenda contains only this single substantive item, with no other business listed.

• Discussion and possible action on Resilient Community Partnership
• Feedback from listening sessions and survey

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a public hearing to review and discuss the Final Subdivision Plan for Lewes Waterfront Preserves, a proposed 89-townhouse development on 34.64 acres off New Rd. The Planning Commission recommended approval, and the council will consider the plan, including a requested waiver for the entrance permit timing. No final decision is indicated on the agenda; it is a hearing for presentation and discussion.

• Final subdivision plan for 89 townhouses on 34.64 acres off New Rd., zoned AX-RES
• Requested waiver for entrance permit timing (DelDOT permit after recordation)
• 68.2% open space (23.62 ac.), exceeding 50% requirement
• Three new streets to be constructed and turned over to City for maintenance
• Three off-street parking spaces per lot, exceeding required two

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially act on a memorandum of understanding with the Lewes Board of Public Works to resolve a conflict, a resolution supporting charter amendments for both bodies, and revisions to the city's COVID-19 sick leave policy. The meeting includes an executive session for legal and personnel matters. Public attendance is not permitted, but the open portion will be streamed on YouTube.

• Possible action on MOU with Lewes Board of Public Works to resolve conflict
• Possible action on resolution supporting charter amendments for BPW and City
• Proposed revisions to COVID-19 Policy of March 13, 2020
• Executive session for legal strategy and personnel matters

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission will meet via Zoom to approve minutes from May 20, 2021, and receive updates on the historical marker project, volunteer research, and a Juneteenth history presentation by Rev. McCaffity. Public comments will be taken.

• Approval of May 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Update on historical marker project, including location and state approval issues
• Update on volunteer research and oral histories
• Juneteenth history presentation by Rev. McCaffity
• Requests to speak at future meetings: African American History Walking Tour, naming of Lewes Beach #2, Historic Lewes Byway

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will discuss the return of the Fishers Cove Major Subdivision application, which proposes 18 single-family lots off Rodney Ave. The commission will also consider nominations to a joint committee and receive reports from subcommittees, including a proposed floodplain ordinance amendment.

• Fishers Cove Major Subdivision: 18 single-family lots off Rodney Ave, zoned R-2, returned by Mayor and City Council with conditions
• Floodplain regulations text amendments ordinance recommendation
• Subdivision Ordinance Subcommittee: proposed major subdivision flow chart and design standards
• Nominations to Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee
• Minutes of May 19, 2021 meeting

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including the site plan for the new Lewes Middle School, rezoning of 660 Pilottown Rd from Industrial to Residential, and appointments to committees. They will also consider resolutions on historic artifacts, BPW charter amendments, and resuming in-person meetings.

• Site Plan (SP-1-21) for Lewes Middle School construction with athletic fields off Savannah Rd., Sussex Dr., and DuPont Ave.
• Ordinance to amend Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map for 660 Pilottown Rd from Industrial to Residential.
• Ordinance to change zoning from I (Industrial) to R-2 (Low Density Residential) for 660 Pilottown Rd (CZ-1-21).
• Resolution to set public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 197 Zoning for placement of historic artifacts in Cultural/Historic Zone.
• Request for license to place stone on City paper street adjacent to 18 Cape Henlopen Drive.

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is meeting to discuss potential changes to Chapter 170, the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The agenda includes approving minutes from May 12 and May 25 meetings, where members reviewed the major subdivision process and proposed renaming 'preliminary consent' to 'preliminary review'. No votes or final decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Discussion of potential changes to Chapter 170 Subdivision and Land Development Code
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 12 and May 25
• Previous consensus to move forward with smaller changes (e.g., number of copies, building official to planner)
• Proposed renaming of 'preliminary consent' to 'preliminary review' in major subdivision process

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy related to collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation, and personnel matters. The agenda is limited to these closed-session topics; no public action items are listed beyond possible consideration of matters discussed in the closed session.

• Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004(b) for strategy on collective bargaining or litigation
• Executive session for personnel matters involving individual employees

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing on two related requests for the former Lewes Dairy site at 660 Pilottown Rd. The first is an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map to change the classification of portions of parcels 335-4.14-110 and 111.00 from Industrial to Residential. The second is a concurrent application (CZ-1-21) to rezone 2.73 acres of the same parcels from I (Industrial) to R-2 (Low Density Residential). The Planning Commission recommended approval of both requests on April 21, 2021.

• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for parcels 335-4.14-110 & 111.00 (portions) from Industrial to Residential
• Public hearing on CZ-1-21: change of zone for 660 Pilottown Rd from I (Industrial) to R-2 (Low Density Residential) for 2.73 acres
• Planning Commission recommended approval of both the land use map amendment and the zone change on April 21, 2021
• Property is the former Lewes Dairy site; applicant is RJL Associates, Inc.
• East side of Pilottown Rd parcels remain zoned Open Space and are not part of the change

Resilient Community Partnership - Listening Session

The Lewes Resilient Community Partnership is holding a listening session focused on environmental concerns. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom and is not being recorded. No decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion session.

• Listening session on environmental concerns
• Meeting held via Zoom
• Session not recorded

Resilient Community Partnership - Listening Session

The City of Lewes is holding a virtual listening session to gather public input on environmental concerns as part of the Resilient Community Partnership. The session is not recorded, and the agenda may change.

• Public listening session on environmental concerns
• Held via Zoom on June 9, 2021 at 6:30 PM
• Session not recorded
• Special accommodations available with 72-hour notice

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health will receive a COVID-19 update for Delaware, discuss the city's reopening plan, and may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the May 13, 2021 meeting. The meeting is held via Zoom on June 9, 2021.

• COVID-19 update for Delaware
• Discussion of reopening plan
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of May 13, 2021 meeting minutes

Resilient Community Partnership - Listening Session

The City of Lewes is holding a listening session on environmental challenges as part of its Resilient Community Partnership. This is a public input session, not a decision-making meeting, and it will not be recorded.

• Listening session on environmental challenges
• Held via Zoom on June 8, 2021
• Not recorded
• Part of Resilient Community Partnership

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve a spending plan for American Recovery Plan Act funds allocated to the city. The agenda also includes an executive session for strategy discussions on collective bargaining or potential litigation, as permitted by Delaware law.

• Discussion and possible action on spending plan for American Recovery Plan Act funds
• Executive session under 29 Del. C. §10004(b) for strategy on bargaining or litigation

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the site plan (SP-1-21) for the proposed new Lewes Middle School, including site improvements and athletic fields. The Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee has recommended approval with conditions. The council will hear presentations and public comment before deciding on the plan.

• New 93,172 SF middle school with 3 stories, 47 ft height, 160 parking spaces (plus 17 bus spaces) on parcels off Savannah Rd., Sussex Dr., DuPont Ave.
• Athletic fields proposed behind the new elementary school and off DuPont Ave., including football, soccer, baseball, softball, and track.
• JSDRC recommended approval with conditions: no athletic field lighting, low-height solar lighting on paths, no new outfall into Block House pond, plant 218 trees, consider no-parking zone on Sussex Dr.
• Existing elementary school will be demolished; site zoned CF(E) Community Facilities Educational.
• Public hearing via Zoom on June 7, 2021, 6:00 PM.

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct two grievance hearings in executive session, closed to the public, and then vote publicly on the decisions. The agenda also includes an executive session for legal strategy regarding collective bargaining or potential litigation. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on internal personnel and union matters.

• Grievance Hearing No. 0421-01 under City of Lewes Personnel Policy Section 10.8
• Grievance Hearing No. 0321-01 under Article 7, Step 3 of the Teamsters Local 326 agreement
• Public votes on both grievance decisions
• Executive session for legal strategy on collective bargaining or litigation

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a public hearing on June 3, 2021, to discuss a request by Merrill and Susan Johnson to demolish an existing accessory structure and construct a new one at 113 Dewey Avenue. The commission will also introduce Councilwoman Carolyn Jones as the new Ex-Officio member. The agenda contains only this one application and procedural items.

• Public hearing on demolition/removal of existing accessory structure and construction of new one at 113 Dewey Avenue (SCTM 335-8.11-129.00, R-4/H, contributing)
• Introduction of Councilwoman Carolyn Jones as new Ex-Officio Member to HPARC

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on June 3, 2021, immediately following a public hearing. The commission will consider two applications: one for demolition of accessory structures and new construction at 113 Dewey Avenue, and another for renovations and an addition at 5 Jefferson Court. They will also discuss the Historic District resurvey, elect officers, and consider amending by-laws to change the meeting date.

• Application by Merrill and Susan Johnson for demolition/removal of two accessory structures and construction of a new accessory structure and carport at 113 Dewey Avenue (R-4/H, contributing)
• Application by Coastal Cottage Renovations for Kate and Pete Green for renovations and addition to existing dwelling at 5 Jefferson Court (R-4/H, non-contributing)
• Update and possible action on the Resurvey of the Historic District, Phase I-VII
• Election of officers per Article VI of HPARC By-Laws
• Proposed amendment to HPARC By-Laws to set meeting date as first Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm

PICKLEBALL FACILITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Pickleball Facility Subcommittee will review all potential sites for a pickleball facility and may vote on a recommendation to the Parks and Recreation Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the March 10, 2021 meeting, where the committee discussed several locations and approved striping basketball courts as a temporary measure.

• Review and possible action on all sites considered for pickleball facilities
• Discussion and possible action on recommendation to Parks and Recreation Commission
• Approval of minutes from March 10, 2021 meeting
• Previous discussion included Osher Center, Seagreen Bicycle Shop, Cape Henlopen State Park basketball courts, and University of Delaware land

Floodplain Subcommittee

The Lewes Floodplain Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss items and text amendments related to floodplain management. The agenda includes approval of the May 21, 2021 minutes and adjournment, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion of floodplain management text amendments
• Review of May 21, 2021 meeting minutes

MITIGATION PLANNING TEAM

The Lewes Mitigation Planning Team is meeting to discuss updates on phragmites control, subcommittee reports, a Resilient Community Partnership grant, NIMS training, flood monitoring devices, and community resiliency. They will also consider approving minutes from the April 7, 2021 meeting.

• Phragmites control post-burn update and future plans
• LPC subcommittee report on water recharge area
• Resilient Community Partnership and IPA Grant discussion
• Flood monitoring devices and DelDOT Green Stream update
• NIMS training status update

CANCELLED BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

This meeting of the Lewes Board of Adjustment was cancelled and continued to a date to be determined in September. The only listed item was an appeal by Elizabeth Owen of the Lewes Historical Society regarding the Building Official's determination that the Cultural Historic Zone is subject to the Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission.

• Meeting cancelled and continued to September TBD
• Appeal by Elizabeth Owen (Lewes Historical Society) on Cultural Historic Zone determination

LEWES BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Lewes Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss old and new business, including bike corral improvements, outreach events, map updates, a Delaware Bicycle Council grant project for the Lewes Loop Low-stress Bikeway, new bike rack locations, and bicycle and pedestrian safety items such as Cedar Avenue bike lanes, crosswalk signage, and the Lewes Georgetown Rail Trail right-of-way. The committee will also approve minutes from the March 23, 2021 meeting.

• Cedar Avenue bike lanes and crosswalk signage, including locations and right-of-way use agreement
• Crosswalk at New Road and Forecastle Lane
• Lewes Georgetown Rail Trail right-of-way
• Delaware Bicycle Council grant project for Lewes Loop Low-stress Bikeway
• New bike rack locations

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee will review a proposal for mosaic plaques in Lewes in Bloom gardens, discuss the Canalfront Project's public reaction and publicity, and vote to rehire curator Karin Bravin. They will also receive updates on the Smith Park installation and bike rack ideas.

• Review of mosaic art proposal for Canalfront Park and George HP Smith Pollinator Garden
• Discussion of Canalfront Project public reaction and press release
• Vote to rehire Karin Bravin for the new year
• Update on Smith Park Kate Dodd project with June 2 install date
• Bike rack ideas due for Councilman Williams

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss potential changes to the subdivision ordinance. The agenda includes approval of minutes from May 12, 2021, and a discussion item on possible ordinance changes. No specific proposals or decisions are listed.

• Discussion of potential changes to the subdivision ordinance
• Approval of minutes from May 12, 2021

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing to consider two ordinances: one to amend the zoning code to allow craft distilleries and microbreweries in certain districts, and another to rezone a property at 1145 Savannah Rd. from Agricultural Residential to General Commercial as part of its annexation. The meeting is a public hearing, so no final vote is scheduled; the council will hear public input before deciding.

• Ordinance to amend zoning code to permit craft distilleries and microbreweries in General Commercial and Industrial districts, with use restrictions and parking requirements
• Ordinance to rezone 1145 Savannah Rd. from AR-1 to GC as part of annexation (SCTM: 335-8.15-39.01)
• Proposed definition of craft distillery and microbrewery: max 100,000 proof gallons spirits or 7,000 barrels beer/mead/cider per year
• New parking requirement for craft distillery/microbrewery: 1 space per 200 sq ft patron area plus 1 per 2 employees
• Loading space requirements for craft distilleries and microbreweries based on floor area

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a special meeting to consider three items: an ordinance amending the zoning code to allow craft distilleries and microbreweries in certain districts, a resolution to annex the property at 1145 Savannah Road, and an ordinance to rezone that property from AR-1 to GC as part of the annexation. The meeting will also include an executive session for legal and personnel matters.

• Ordinance to amend zoning code to permit craft distilleries and microbreweries in General Commercial (GC) and Industrial (I) districts, with use restrictions and parking requirements
• Resolution to annex 1145 Savannah Road (SCTM: 335-8.15-39.01) into the City of Lewes
• Ordinance to rezone 1145 Savannah Road from AR-1 (Sussex County) to GC (City of Lewes) as part of annexation
• Executive session for strategy regarding pending or potential litigation and personnel matters

Floodplain Subcommittee

The Lewes Floodplain Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss items and text amendments related to floodplain management. The agenda includes approval of the April 30, 2021 minutes and adjournment. No specific proposals or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Discussion of items and text amendments related to floodplain management
• Approval of April 30, 2021 meeting minutes

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several heritage projects, including a map of the Black neighborhood in Lewes, Juneteenth plans, an update on a historical marker, and volunteer research efforts. The agenda includes approval of the April 15, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Approval of April 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of project to map out the Black neighborhood in Lewes
• Juneteenth update (2021 celebrations previously cancelled due to COVID-19)
• Update on historical marker application with State Archives
• Update on volunteer research, including interviews from 1900s

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will discuss and potentially recommend action on the Wetlands Buffer Ordinance based on a subcommittee's recommendation. The agenda also includes reorganization and reports from subcommittees on annexation, floodplain, sea level rise, and subdivision ordinances. The meeting is procedural with no unfinished business.

• Discussion and potential recommendation on Wetlands Buffer Ordinance
• Reorganization of the commission
• Reports from Annexation Zones, Floodplain, Sea Level Rise, and Subdivision Ordinance subcommittees
• Approval of April 21, 2021 meeting minutes

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council will consider several ordinances and actions, including amendments to environmental protection regulations for water resources and a new resiliency section addressing sea level rise, plus a six-month moratorium on certain water protection requirements. They will also discuss appointments, waivers, paving requests, and various subdivision and conditional use items. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions, with some items scheduled for public hearings.

• Ordinance amending Section 197-75 Water Resources Protection Areas: Source Water Protection Overlay
• Ordinance enacting six-month moratorium on Section 197-75 requirements between Lewes and Rehoboth Canal and Delaware Bay
• Ordinance creating Section 197-78.1 Resiliency for sea level rise and design guidelines
• Waivers for Lands of Virden Major Subdivision off Kings Hwy (SCTM:335-8.15-41.00)
• Request to pave Alaska Avenue

LPC ANNEXATION SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and review annexation zones, the cluster ordinance, and open space requirements. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the April 29, 2021 meeting, which contain ideas for potential changes to development rules, such as density calculations, parking placement, and house orientation. No final decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review of April 29, 2021 minutes with proposed density formula (gross area less wetlands and floodplain)
• Discussion of open space requirements: at least 20% of required open space as central community area
• Proposed parking section: rear-loaded garages preferred, front-loaded garages set back at least 8 feet
• Proposed house orientation: all houses must face existing or proposed public roads
• Storm water management facilities not counted as required open space

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

This is a special meeting of the Lewes Mayor and City Council focused on recognizing outgoing council members and administering the oath of office to incoming ones. The agenda contains only procedural items: call to order, pledge, recognition, oath, and adjournment. No substantive policy, budget, or ordinance decisions are listed.

• Recognition of outgoing council persons
• Oath of office for incoming council persons

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee is holding a special meeting to take public input on the Efflorescence project proposed for George HP Smith Park and to issue its final recommendation. The agenda contains this single substantive item plus call to order and adjournment.

• Public input on Efflorescence project for George HP Smith Park
• Final recommendation from committee on Efflorescence project
• Presentation by artist kate dodd

New Council Member Orientation

This is a non-formal orientation session for new City Council members, held via Zoom. No official action will be taken, though a quorum of council members may be present. The agenda is procedural only, with no substantive items for decision or discussion.

• Orientation for new council members
• No formal meeting or action planned
• Held via Zoom webinar

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health will meet to discuss COVID-19 in Delaware and consider a recommendation to Mayor and City Council on the outdoor mask mandate. The board will also hear from Nick Carter about the lack of public restroom facilities on Lewes Beach. The agenda includes approval of the April 21, 2021 minutes.

• Possible action on recommendation regarding outdoor mask mandate
• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion of lack of public restroom facilities on Lewes Beach
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2021 meeting

Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee

The Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on the site plan (SP-1-21) for the proposed Lewes Middle School, including site improvements and athletic fields. The properties are located off Savannah Rd., Sussex Dr., and DuPont Ave. The committee's recommendation would go to the Mayor and City Council.

• Site Plan SP-1-21 for Lewes Middle School construction
• Includes site improvements and athletic fields
• Properties off Savannah Rd., Sussex Dr., and DuPont Ave.
• Possible recommendation to Mayor and City Council

CANCELLED - SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

This meeting of the Lewes Sea Level Rise Subcommittee, scheduled for May 12, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda listed only a call to order, discussion of a sea level rise ordinance, and adjournment, but no business was conducted.

• Meeting cancelled; no discussion of sea level rise ordinance occurred

LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee

The Lewes LPC Subdivision Code Subcommittee will hold a regular meeting to discuss potential amendments to the Subdivision and Land Development Code. The agenda includes only this discussion item, with no specific proposals or details listed.

• Discussion of potential amendments to the Subdivision and Land Development Code

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to review and possibly act on five applications for work on properties in the Historic District, including demolitions, new accessory structures, and exterior renovations. The commission will also discuss the Historic District resurvey, revisions to the HPARC Application Checklist, and schedule a FOIA workshop. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a chair/staff report.

• Demolition/removal of two accessory structures and construction of new accessory structure and carport at 113 Dewey Avenue
• Construction of accessory structure for outdoor dining at Harvest Tide Restaurant, 410 E. Savannah Road
• Modification of approved plan to install porthole window at 125 Jefferson Avenue
• Demolition of rear portion of dwelling for renovations/additions at 330 Market Street
• Exterior renovations including new front portico, siding replacement, bay windows, and white-wash brick at 156 Kings Highway

BOARD OF ELECTIONS

The Lewes Board of Elections is meeting to make preparations for the 2020 Lewes Municipal Election, scheduled for Saturday, May 8, 2021. Activities will include election set-up and preparation of absentee ballots.

• Preparation for the 2020 Lewes Municipal Election on May 8, 2021
• Election set-up
• Preparation of absentee ballots

Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee

The Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of the site plan (SP-1-21) for the new Lewes Middle School, including site improvements and athletic fields. The committee's recommendation will go to the Mayor and City Council, who will hold a public hearing. The plan includes a 93,172 SF school, parking, stormwater management, and athletic fields.

• Site plan SP-1-21 for new Lewes Middle School (93,172 SF) off Savannah Rd., Sussex Dr., and DuPont Ave.
• Proposed 160 parking spaces (6 handicap) plus 17 bus spaces that can double as car parking for events.
• Athletic fields include soccer, baseball, softball, football, and track and field facilities.
• Building height up to 47 ft. (3 stories) with increased setbacks to allow height above 40 ft.
• Stormwater management facilities to be reviewed by DNREC.

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing to consider two zoning ordinance amendments under Article IX of Chapter 197. One would revise the Source Water Protection Overlay to allow up to 50% lot coverage in the Excellent Recharge Area (with possible increase to 60% with runoff reduction practices), while the other would create a new Resiliency section addressing sea-level rise for properties in floodplains. The council will take public comment before deciding whether to adopt these changes.

• Amend Section 197-75 to allow 50% lot coverage in Excellent Recharge Area, up from 20%, with permeable pavement requirement
• Create Section 197-78.1 Resiliency with sea-level rise design standards for critical facilities and redevelopment
• Redevelopment in floodplains (1% and 0.2%) would require construction to 50-year sea-level rise projection
• Impervious surface limit of 50% for redevelopment, increaseable to 60% with runoff reduction practices
• Critical facilities in floodplain must use 40-year projection; new construction encouraged outside floodplain

Floodplain Subcommittee

The Lewes Floodplain Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes call to order, approval of minutes, discussion of items related to floodplain management, and adjournment. No specific proposals, votes, or dollar amounts are listed.

• Discussion of floodplain management items

LPC ANNEXATION ZONES SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Zones Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss and review annexation zones. The agenda includes call to order, minutes, discussion of annexation zones, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.

• Discussion and review of annexation zones

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss and possibly act on a proposal to place mosaic art pieces in the Canalfront Park Butterfly Garden and George HP Smith Pollinator Garden. The committee will also review the Weiss Project installation, publicity, and monthly walk-and-talk assignments, as well as bike rack pictures and future projects.

• Discussion and possible action on Art in Bloom proposal for mosaic art in Canalfront Park Butterfly Garden and George HP Smith Pollinator Garden
• Weiss Project installation report and publicity plan
• Bike racks pictures due for Andrew
• Report on requested feedback on personal commitment and operations
• Approval of minutes from March 24, 2021 meeting

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will consider several items, including agreements for relocating the historic Swing Bridge to a city parcel, reconsidering a contract award for tennis and basketball court rehabilitation, renewing a hunting lease, and amending city codes on streets and parking. They will also hear from the Board of Ethics and discuss a DelDOT proposal for parking restrictions on Cape Henlopen Drive.

• Agreement with DelDOT for removal and relocation of Bridge 3-928R (Swing Bridge) to city parcel at end of American Legion Road (335-9.00-22.00)
• Reconsideration of contract award for Canalfront Park Tennis and Basketball Courts rehabilitation, specifically court surfacing
• Renewal of hunting lease for Great Marsh Associates, Inc.
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 167 (Streets and Sidewalks) on maintenance and repair
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 183 (Vehicles and Traffic) on parking, blocking streets or right of way

POLICE AD-HOC COMMITTEE

The Lewes Police Ad Hoc Committee will continue discussions on educating residents about cybercrime, police oversight including disciplinary actions, and a revised report to City Council. The meeting includes approval of minutes from prior sessions and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Continuing discussion of cybercrime education and assistance for Lewes citizens
• Continuing discussion of police oversight, including disciplinary actions
• Discussion of revised committee report to City Council
• Approval of minutes from August 3, 2020, February 24, 2021, and March 25, 2021

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will review and possibly recommend action on several development items, including the final subdivision plan for the 89-townhouse Lewes Waterfront Preserve, a parcel consolidation, a minor subdivision, and a zoning change. The commission will also hear reports from subcommittees and consider meeting minutes. All items are recommendations to the Mayor and City Council.

• Final subdivision plan for Lewes Waterfront Preserve: 89 townhouses on 34.64 acres off New Rd.
• Parcel consolidation for Gottwald and Harden at 618 Kings Hwy.
• Minor subdivision for Christine King at 119-125 Schley Ave. to create 4 parcels.
• Future Land Use Map amendment for 660 Pilottown Rd. from Industrial to Residential.
• Zone change for 660 Pilottown Rd. from I (Industrial) to R-2 (Low Density Residential).

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health will receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and discuss the reopening plan. The board may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda includes approval of the March 31 minutes and is otherwise a regular meeting.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion of reopening plan
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of March 31 minutes

SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Sea Level Rise Subcommittee will review minutes from March 3 and 15, 2021, and discuss the sea level rise ordinance, focusing on new development. The March 15 minutes indicate the group reviewed public hearing input and debated building height limits, lot coverage, and stormwater management, with no ordinance changes made at that time.

• Discussion of new development as it relates to sea level rise
• Review of March 3 and 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Debate on raising building height limits, with Rehoboth Beach cited as having higher limits (31-32 ft)
• Mention of $25,000 budget for studies, including potential AECOM report update
• Discussion of porous pavement, impervious coverage, and stormwater management

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will meet via Zoom to review and possibly act on a draft policy for signage acknowledging donations to parks, and to discuss a proposal for mosaic art pieces in two garden sites. The agenda also includes routine updates on subcommittees and approval of prior minutes.

• Draft policy for City of Lewes Signage for Donations to Parks and Recreation Department
• Proposal for mosaic art pieces in Canalfront Park Butterfly Garden and George HP Smith Pollinator Garden
• Updates on Pickleball Subcommittee, Public Art Commission, Friends of Canalfront Park, and Community Garden

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission is meeting to discuss several items, including a possible visit from Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester, the budget, Juneteenth, an update on a historical marker, and volunteer research. The agenda also includes approval of the March 18, 2021 minutes and public comments.

• Special guest request for Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester
• Budget discussion
• Juneteenth planning
• Update on historical marker
• Volunteer research updates

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom on April 13, 2021. The commission will consider four applications for changes to properties in the historic district, including a demolition and new construction, and will also discuss the historic district resurvey, state tax credits, and a possible meeting date change.

• Modification of approved plan for porthole window at 125 Jefferson Avenue
• Addition and deck at 410 Pilottown Road
• Renovation, addition, pool, and fence at 618 Kings Highway
• Demolition and new construction at 213 Monroe Avenue (non-contributing)
• Discussion of meeting date change from second Tuesday to first Thursday

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly act on a range of items, including annexing and rezoning property at 1145 Savannah Road, renewing a hunting lease, and amending zoning ordinances. The agenda includes several public hearings to be set, contract awards, and lease amendments. Many items are presentations and possible actions, meaning decisions may be made on them.

• Annexation and rezoning of 1145 Savannah Road (SCTM: 335-8.15-39.01) from AR-1 to GC (General Commercial)
• Renewal of a hunting lease for Great Marsh Associates, Inc.
• Reconsideration of contract award for Canalfront Park Tennis and Basketball Courts surfacing
• Ordinance to amend Chapter 197 Zoning for maximum building height in CF(E) zone
• Contract award for construction of restrooms at Margaret H. Rollins Community Center

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding an executive session, closed to the public, to discuss preliminary site acquisitions for public capital improvements or real estate sales/leases, strategy on collective bargaining or potential litigation, the contents of a cybersecurity assessment document, and personnel matters. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the session is followed by possible consideration of matters discussed, then adjournment.

• Preliminary discussions on site acquisitions for publicly funded capital improvements or real property sales/leases
• Strategy sessions on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation
• Discussion of cybersecurity assessment document contents
• Personnel matters involving individual employees or students

MITIGATION PLANNING TEAM

The Lewes Mitigation Planning Team is meeting to discuss updates on phragmites control, subcommittee reports on water recharge areas, sea level rise initiatives, NIMS training status, community resiliency, and flood monitoring devices. The agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and discussion of next steps for various resilience projects.

• Phragmites control update: burning planned for April, spraying in August
• LPC subcommittee report on water recharge area with proposed impervious surface percentage changes
• Sea Grant and Sea Level Rise Initiative discussion
• NIMS training status update
• Flood monitoring devices and DNREC beach photo record discussion

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING

The Mayor and City Council will consider a resolution to consent to the Lewes Board of Public Works (BPW) accepting a $2,000,000 loan from the Delaware Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund to finance the Jones Farm purchase for wellhead protection. The loan has a 20-year term at 2.0% interest and would be secured by a BPW revenue bond. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

• Resolution authorizing BPW to accept $2,000,000 SRF loan for Jones Farm purchase
• Loan terms: 20-year term, 2.0% annualized interest rate
• Loan secured by BPW revenue bond
• Consent required under BPW Charter Section 4.14.1.1

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending the zoning code's nonresidential use regulations, specifically regarding building height in the Community Facilities (Educational) Zone (CF(E)). The meeting is held via Zoom and includes only this public hearing item before adjournment.

• Ordinance to amend Chapter 197, Zoning, Article IV Use Regulations
• Amendment to section 197-51 Nonresidential Zones and attachment 4
• Change relates to building height in the Community Facilities (Educational) Zone (CF(E))

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special executive session, closed to the public, to discuss strategy on collective bargaining or potential litigation, a cybersecurity assessment, and personnel matters. No public decisions are listed on the agenda; any action on these topics would occur after the closed session.

• Executive session for legal strategy on collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation
• Discussion of cybersecurity assessment document contents
• Personnel matters involving individual employees

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly act on a draft ordinance amending the Source Water Protection Overlay. The amendment would allow increased lot coverage in Excellent Recharge Areas, from 20% to 50%, and up to 60% with runoff reduction practices. The commission previously deferred action after public comment raised concerns about lot coverage percentages.

• Ordinance to amend Section 197-75 of the zoning code, Source Water Protection Overlay
• Proposed change: increase lot coverage in Excellent Recharge Areas from 20% to 50%, with up to 60% if runoff reduction practices are implemented
• Runoff reduction practices include bioretention, permeable pavement, rain barrels, green roofs, and other BMPs
• Annual reporting required to verify runoff reduction practices remain installed and functional
• Public comment on the draft ordinance was taken at a March 11, 2021 meeting

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Lewes Finance Committee is meeting to review the city's financial statements and budget for fiscal year 2021, discuss current and anticipated capital projects, continue drafting financial policy statements, and explore revenue opportunities including fees, tax rates, and new sources. The agenda includes approval of January 2021 minutes and public comments. The attached financial reports show the general fund is near budget with a surplus, while some funds like the 1 1/2% transfer tax are over budget.

• Review of February 2021 financial statements showing general fund revenue at 98.72% of budget and expenditures at 83.27%
• Discussion of budget for fiscal year April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022
• Review of current and anticipated capital projects
• Continue discussion of drafting Financial Policy Statements
• Review of City Revenue Opportunities: Fees, Tax Rates, and New Sources

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health is meeting to receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and discuss the reopening plan. Members will also hear from Mr. Nick Carter about the lack of public restroom facilities on Lewes Beach and may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda includes approval of the February 26, 2021 minutes.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion of reopening plan
• Discussion by Mr. Nick Carter on lack of public restrooms on Lewes Beach
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of February 26, 2021 minutes

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM SUBCOMMITTEE

The Sponsorship Program Subcommittee is meeting to review and discuss a draft sponsorship policy for the City of Lewes, which would govern how donations to parks are acknowledged with signage or plaques. The committee will also review sample sponsorship acknowledgements, including a 2019 concert brochure, to inform the policy. This is a regular working meeting to refine the policy before it is recommended to the Parks and Recreation Commission and ultimately the Mayor and City Council.

• Review of draft Sponsorship Policy (1st draft)
• Discussion of sample sponsorship acknowledgements, including 2019 Lewes Concert Brochure
• Approval of minutes from January 29, 2021 meeting
• Policy would set donation threshold for plaque placement in garden areas
• City would procure and place all acknowledgement signage

LPC ANNEXATION ZONES SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Zones Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and review the Cluster Ordinance and Open Space definition as they relate to annexation zones. The agenda includes adopting minutes from the March 8, 2021 meeting and continuing prior discussions on defining meaningful open space and cluster development. The meeting is procedural and focused on ongoing review, with no final decisions listed.

• Review of Cluster Ordinance and Open Space definition as they relate to Annexation Zones
• Adoption of minutes from March 8, 2021
• Discussion on streetscape and building proportions in subdivision reviews
• Byways Committee treatment of Kings Highway extending Lewes look to Route 1

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Mayor and City Council, along with the Planning Commission, are holding a workshop to hear presentations and discuss the Source Water Protection Law, focusing on policy and science related to excellent recharge areas. The public may attend but cannot participate in discussion; questions can be submitted in advance.

• Presentation and discussion on Source Water Protection Law
• Focus on excellent recharge areas
• Presenters: A. Scott Andres (DGS) and Steve Smailer (DNREC)
• Public questions accepted via online form

Mayor & City Council and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee 29 Mar 2021

The Mayor & City Council and Sea Level Rise Subcommittee are holding a joint regular meeting with one new business item: a discussion regarding the Resilient Communities Partnership. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda; the meeting consists solely of this discussion before adjournment.

• Discussion regarding Resilient Communities Partnership

POLICE AD-HOC COMMITTEE

The Lewes Police Ad-Hoc Committee will discuss ways to educate and assist residents with cybercrime, and review police oversight including disciplinary actions. The committee will also consider additional topics for its next meeting. The agenda is largely discussion-oriented with no formal votes scheduled.

• Discussion of cybercrime education and assistance for Lewes citizens
• Discussion of police oversight, including disciplinary actions
• Approval of January 28, 2021 meeting minutes

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss the installation and publicity of the Rachel Weiss art project, including timing, social media promotion, and artist engagement. They will also review finances, recognize Mark Harris, and discuss future art pieces and bike racks. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and public input.

• Weiss project installation and timing
• Publicity plan including live stream and press releases
• Finance: bills and next year's budget
• Recognition of Mark Harris for honoring COVID lives lost
• Discussion of future art piece and bike racks

LEWES BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Lewes Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet to review a sidewalk inventory assessment by GMB, discuss the Biking Ambassador Program, trail bollards, and a sidewalk stencil program. They will also consider improvements at the Monroe Avenue and Freeman Highway intersection and bike corral parking.

• Sidewalk Inventory Assessment by GMB (Charles M. O'Donnell, III)
• Biking Ambassador Program discussion
• Trail bollards update
• Sidewalk stencil program update
• Monroe Avenue and Freeman Highway intersection improvements

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission is meeting via Zoom to consider approving February minutes and discuss several items, including a possible special guest request for Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester, the budget, an update on a marker, and volunteer research updates. The agenda is largely routine, with public comments and scheduling also on the agenda.

• Approval of February 28, 2021 minutes
• Special guest request for Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester
• Budget discussion
• Update on marker
• Update on volunteer research

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a major subdivision creating 5 lots on Kings Hwy, a minor subdivision for the Children's Beach House at 1800 Bay Ave., a parcel consolidation at 315 & 317 W. Fourth St., and two ordinances amending zoning regulations for water resources protection and sea level rise resiliency. The commission will also appoint members to a joint review committee and hear subcommittee reports.

• Major subdivision for Lands of Virden on Kings Hwy to create 5 lots (SCTM 335-8.15-41.00)
• Minor subdivision recommendation for Children's Beach House at 1800 Bay Ave. (SCTM 335-4.20-1.00)
• Parcel consolidation for land at 315 & 317 W. Fourth St. (SCTM 335-8.07-265.00 & 264.00)
• Ordinance to amend Section 197-75 Water Resources Protection Areas; Source Water Protection Overlay
• Resiliency Ordinance pertaining to Sea Level Rise

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION - PUBLIC HEARING

The Lewes Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a major subdivision application for the Lands of Virden on Kings Hwy, proposing to create five single-family lots with a new road (Cebb Ln.) and open space. The applicant seeks waivers from streetlight, curb, sidewalk, and right-of-way/paving width requirements. The commission will discuss and make recommendations on these requests.

• Major subdivision for 5 single-family lots on Kings Hwy (SCTM: 335-8.15-41.00)
• Waiver requests: streetlights, curbing, sidewalks, and 40-ft right-of-way/24-ft pavement (vs. 50-ft/32-ft standard)
• Proposed 6,535 SF open space (10.3% of development) owned by HOA
• Preservation of existing ginkgo tree
• Property split-zoned R-4 and R-2

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL- Budget

The Mayor and City Council will review and potentially adopt the final FY 2020-2021 budget and the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, including final changes made after the March 12 meeting. They will also consider a resolution to set a public hearing on an ordinance amending the maximum building height in the CF(E) zone.

• Adoption of final FY 2020-2021 budget and proposed FY 2021-2022 budget
• Resolution to set public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 197 Zoning, Table of Dimensional Regulations for Nonresidential Zones (CF(E) zone building height)
• Budget includes $118,365 net increase in General Fund revenues and expenditures, including one-time staff bonuses totaling $17,500 plus payroll taxes
• Transfer tax fund adds $150,000 for capital projects, including $95,000 for Schley Avenue parking lot improvements
• Proposed FY 2022 General Fund budget is $6,778,385, a 6.29% increase over adopted FY 2021

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting via Zoom. The main new business is a presentation, discussion, and possible action on an application to install a commemorative tree. The commission will also hear updates from subcommittees on pickleball, public art, Canalfront Park, the community garden, and the sponsorship program.

• Possible action on application for installation of a commemorative tree
• Update on Pickleball Subcommittee site selection
• Update on Public Art Commission sculpture installation
• Update on Community Garden fundraising and grants
• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2021 meeting

SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Sea Level Rise Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to approve minutes from February 11 and March 3, 2021, and to discuss a sea level rise ordinance. The agenda is brief and contains no other substantive items.

• Discussion of sea level rise ordinance
• Approval of minutes from February 11, 2021
• Approval of minutes from March 3, 2021

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL- Budget

The Mayor and City Council are holding a budget workshop to review Draft #5 of the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, including changes made after the March 5 meeting. The draft includes adjustments to insurance costs and significant capital project funding for street improvements, building projects, and parking lot upgrades. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, with possible action to follow.

• Proposed FY2022 General Fund budget of $6,660,020, a 4.43% increase over adopted FY2021
• Capital projects funded from 1.5% transfer tax: $465,000 for Railroad Ave full rebuild, $71,000 for Adams Ave full rebuild, $115,000 for Shipcarpenter Square mill & overlay
• MHRCC restroom construction estimate of $202,000; M&T and Otis Smith parking lot improvements ($20,500 and $25,500)
• Wayfinding project for parking and pedestrian signage at $107,500
• Police department architectural programming/schematic design at $21,500

BOARD OF ETHICS

The Board of Ethics is meeting to consider complaints alleging violations of the City's Code of Conduct. The board will hold an executive session to discuss the complaints and may take possible action on the allegations afterward.

• Consideration of complaints received
• Possible action on allegations of Code of Conduct violations
• Introduction of new member and establishment of quorum

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC MEETING

The Lewes Planning Commission will hold a public meeting to discuss and receive comment on two draft ordinances: one addressing sea level rise resiliency for critical facilities and redevelopment, and another amending the Source Water Protection Overlay to allow increased lot coverage in the Excellent Recharge Area with runoff reduction practices. Both items are in discussion stages, not final decisions.

• Draft resiliency ordinance would require critical facilities in floodplains to use 40-year sea level rise projection for utilities and 80-year for new construction or redevelopment
• Redevelopment in floodplains would need to meet 50-year sea level rise projection plus freeboard; flood-prone properties (substantial damage 2+ times) would not be redeveloped
• Lot coverage limited to 50% in floodplains, up to 60% with runoff reduction practices like rain gardens or permeable pavement
• Draft amendment to Source Water Protection Overlay would allow lot coverage in Excellent Recharge Area to increase from 20% to 50%, or 60% with runoff reduction practices
• Public comment will be taken on both ordinances

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health is holding a regular meeting to receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and discuss a reopening plan. The board may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including approval of the February 16, 2021 minutes.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion of reopening plan
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of February 12, 2021 minutes

PICKLEBALL FACILITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Pickleball Facility Subcommittee will meet to discuss potential locations for new pickleball courts. The agenda includes updates on the Osher Center site, an area near Seagreen Bicycle shop, and the Cape Henlopen State Park basketball site. The committee has previously considered various sites, including land behind the library (which was eliminated) and Great Marsh Park, and is seeking funding sources.

• Update on Osher Center site
• Update on area near Seagreen Bicycle shop
• Update on Cape Henlopen State Park basketball site
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2020, January 6, 2021, and February 10, 2021 meetings

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will consider three applications: demolition and new construction at 315/317 W. Fourth Street, renovation and addition at 122 Beebe Avenue, and a patio enclosure at 111 Bank Street. The commission will also discuss a possible ordinance for reviewing historic artifacts in the C/H zone, the State's Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program, and revisions to its application checklist.

• Demolition of dwelling and new construction at 315/317 W. Fourth Street (non-contributing)
• Renovation and demolition of accessory structure for addition at 122 Beebe Avenue (contributing)
• Construction of enclosure for covered patio at 111 Bank Street (contributing)
• Discussion of ordinance to establish criteria for review of historic artifacts in C/H zone
• Appointment of three members to Joint Site Development Ad-Hoc Review Committee

LPC ANNEXATION ZONES SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Zones Subcommittee will meet to discuss and review annexation zones, continuing prior work on open space definitions, cluster development options, and buffer standards. The agenda includes approval of the February 22 minutes and discussion of these topics.

• Review of annexation zones
• Discussion of open space definition and usability criteria
• Cluster development options, including pattern book approach
• Buffer standards and transition areas between annexed and county property
• Approval of February 22, 2021 minutes

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council will hold a regular meeting via Zoom to consider appointments, consent agenda items, and several action items. Key decisions include replacing trail bollards, amending a 99-year lease for the Children's Beach House, approving a parking lot license agreement with M&T Bank, placing the Swing Bridge on a city parcel, and awarding a contract for tennis and basketball court rehabilitation. The council will also discuss new business including a minor subdivision, a radar unit, easements, sidewalk improvements, a right-of-way dedication, and paving Alaska Avenue.

• Appointment of Parks and Recreation Commissioner and chair to Joint Site Development Ad Hoc Review Committee
• Replace double bollards with single bollards on Georgetown to Lewes Trail
• Amend 99-year lease for Children's Beach House
• Parking Lot License Agreement with M&T Bank
• Award contract for Canalfront Park Tennis and Basketball Courts rehabilitation

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is meeting in a closed executive session on March 8, 2021, via Zoom. The agenda lists only the call to order, the executive session, and adjournment, with no public discussion or action items. The session is authorized for strategy discussions involving legal advice on collective bargaining or potential litigation, and for personnel matters.

• Executive session for strategy discussions involving legal advice on collective bargaining or potential litigation
• Executive session for personnel matters discussing individual employees

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL- Budget

The Mayor and City Council are holding a budget workshop to review Draft #4 of the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, including changes from the prior draft and capital projects. The agenda also includes an executive session for strategy and personnel matters, with possible action afterward. The proposed budget totals $8,780,630 in expenditures, a 5.38% decrease from the adopted FY 2021 budget.

• Proposed FY 2022 General Fund budget of $6,648,370, up 4.25% from adopted FY 2021
• Police expenditures proposed at $1,659,585, a 9.70% increase
• Parking enforcement expenditures proposed at $211,130, a 73.13% increase
• LPC (Lewes Planning Commission) expenditures proposed at $29,500, a 742.86% increase
• Executive session for collective bargaining/litigation strategy and personnel matters

SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Sea Level Rise Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a draft ordinance addressing sea level rise, focusing on requirements for redevelopment and critical facilities. The agenda includes approving minutes from previous meetings and continuing the ordinance discussion, with no final decisions expected at this meeting.

• Discussion of sea level rise ordinance for redevelopment and critical facilities
• Review of minutes from January 6, January 28, and February 11, 2021 meetings
• Proposed elevation standards: DAV88 + 6 inches + 50-year SLR projection + 18 inches freeboard for redevelopment
• Critical facilities would use 80-year SLR projection
• Inclusion of 500-year floodplain in floodplain definition

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Sponsorship Program Subcommittee is meeting to review and discuss a draft sponsorship policy for the City of Lewes parks, including signage and acknowledgment standards. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and review of sample sponsorship acknowledgments. This is a working session to refine the policy before it goes to the Parks and Recreation Commission and then to Mayor and City Council.

• Review of draft Sponsorship Policy for parks donations
• Discussion of sample sponsorship acknowledgments, including 2019 concert brochure
• Approval of minutes from January 29, 2021 meeting
• Policy includes donation threshold for plaques and signage
• City retains control over signage placement and content

MITIGATION PLANNING TEAM

The Lewes Mitigation Planning Team is meeting to discuss updates on phragmites control, subcommittee reports on wetland buffers and water recharge areas, NIMS training status, community resiliency, and flood monitoring devices. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the December 16, 2020 meeting. Most items are discussion-only, with no votes scheduled except for minutes approval.

• Phragmites control update (burning delayed to February due to COVID-19)
• LPC subcommittee reports on wetland buffers, water workshop follow-up, water recharge area
• NIMS training status update
• Community resiliency and recovery update
• Flood monitoring devices discussion

BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT

The Lewes Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request by Christine D. King for property at 119-125 Schley Avenue. The variance would allow a minor subdivision creating four lots, one of which would be 45.73 feet wide and 4,552 square feet, below the R-4 zone's 50-foot width and 5,000-square-foot minimums. The agenda also includes approval of the November 4, 2020 minutes. An opposition letter from residents is included in the agenda packet.

• Variance request for 119-125 Schley Avenue to allow a 45.73-foot-wide, 4,552-square-foot lot (minimums: 50 feet, 5,000 square feet)
• Minor subdivision of property into four lots in Residential Medium-Density Zone R-4
• Opposition letter from Schley Avenue residents citing streetscape and property value concerns
• Approval of minutes from November 4, 2020 meeting

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL- Budget

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a budget workshop to review Draft #3 of the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, which totals $8,765,630 in revenues and expenditures. The council will discuss changes from the prior draft, review budgets for city committees and commissions, and may take action on items discussed in executive session, which is limited to personnel matters.

• Proposed FY2022 budget totals $8,765,630, a 5.54% decrease from adopted FY2021 budget
• Police expenditures proposed at $1,659,585, up 13.31% from adopted FY2021
• Parking enforcement expenditures proposed at $211,130, up 73.13%
• African American Heritage Commission new expenditure of $18,000
• Executive session for personnel matters

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special executive session via Zoom to discuss strategy, including legal advice, related to collective bargaining or pending/potential litigation. The meeting is closed to the public under Delaware law, and no action items are listed on the agenda.

• Executive session under 29 Del. C §10004(b)(4) for strategy on collective bargaining or litigation
• No public action items listed on the agenda

POLICE AD-HOC COMMITTEE

The Lewes Police Ad-Hoc Committee is meeting to continue reviewing its report to City Council and discuss recommendations. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts listed. The committee will also consider topics for its next meeting.

• Further review of committee report to City Council
• Discussion of recommendations to City Council
• Discussion of additional topics for next meeting

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee is holding a regular meeting via Zoom on February 23, 2021. The agenda includes approval of January 5, 2021 minutes, education, long-range plans, a committee member art presentation, public comments, and scheduling future meetings. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific new decisions or proposals listed for this meeting.

• Approval of January 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Education item
• Long-range plans discussion
• Committee member art presentation
• Public comments and questions

LPC ANNEXATION ZONE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Zone Subcommittee will hold a regular meeting to discuss and review annexation zones, following up on prior discussions about density formulas, open space quality, and cluster options. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the Feb. 4 meeting and continued review of annexation zone regulations.

• Review of annexation zone regulations and purpose statements
• Discussion of density formula and compatibility with existing development
• Open space requirements and cluster options under review
• Possible pattern book to guide development proposals
• Minutes from Feb. 4, 2021 meeting

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss two proposed amendments to Chapter 40 of the Municipal Code: one to expand the Commission's membership and duties to include the Beaches, and another to add a Commissioner for Great Marsh Park. The meeting also includes updates on the Pickleball Facility Subcommittee, Friends of Canalfront Park, Community Garden, and Public Art Commission.

• Discussion of ordinance to amend Chapter 40 to include Beaches in Commission's powers and duties
• Discussion of recommendation to add a Commissioner for Great Marsh Park
• Update on Pickleball Facility Subcommittee
• Update on Friends of Canalfront Park
• Update on Community Garden

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL- Budget

The Mayor and City Council are holding a budget workshop to review Draft #3 of the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget. The agenda includes a review of changes from the prior draft, with specific discussions on the Police Department, lifeguards, parking enforcement, and the Fire Department. The council will also enter executive session to discuss personnel matters, with possible action on those items afterward.

• Proposed FY2022 General Fund budget of $6,633,370, a 4.01% increase over adopted FY2021
• Police expenditures proposed at $1,659,585, a 13.31% increase, including $15,100 for additional officers
• Parking enforcement expenditures proposed at $211,130, a 73.13% increase, with a full-time employee eliminated and seasonal supervisor hours increased
• General Fund total revenues proposed at $6,633,370, with a 4.01% increase
• Executive session scheduled for personnel matters

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission will meet via Zoom to consider approving minutes from its January 21 meeting and to host a Black History Month presentation, 'Recalled Memories of Lewes,' with guest panelists. The agenda also includes future agenda items, public comments, and scheduling the next meeting.

• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2021 meeting
• Black History Month presentation with panelists Ms. Kitty Perry (Stewart), Mrs. Janet Maull-Martin, and Mrs. Deborah Robinson (Wynne)
• Public comments and questions

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will discuss and possibly recommend action on three subdivision/consolidation requests, as well as review its Action Plan priorities. The commission may make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council on these items.

• Minor subdivision at 408 Pilottown Rd. to create two parcels (13,111 SF and 10,155 SF) in R-2(H) zoning
• Minor subdivision of City-owned land at 1800 Bay Ave. to separate Children's Beach House parcel (65,379 SF) from beach, in floodplain zones AE and VE
• Parcel consolidation at 315 & 317 W. Fourth St. for Danielle Jones (Clarence B. Stewart & Heirs)
• Discussion of Action Plan priorities ranked by Mayor and City Council, including stormwater, floodplain, sea level rise, and zoning code changes

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special executive session to discuss two exempt matters: a cybersecurity assessment and legal strategy regarding collective bargaining or potential litigation. The meeting is closed to the public, and no action is scheduled on the agenda.

• Discussion of cybersecurity assessment documents
• Legal strategy session on collective bargaining or litigation

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health will meet to receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and discuss a reopening plan. The board may take action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from three prior meetings.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion of reopening plan
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2020, January 5, 2021, and January 26, 2021

CANCELLED POLICE AD-HOC COMMITTEE

This meeting of the Police Ad-Hoc Committee was cancelled. The agenda had listed items including further review of the committee report to City Council and discussion of recommendations to City Council, but no meeting occurred.

• Meeting cancelled

WETLANDS BUFFER SUBCOMMITTEE

The Wetlands Buffer Subcommittee will meet via Zoom to review the minutes from February 5, 2021, and discuss a draft ordinance and design guidelines for the Excellent Recharge Area section of the Sourcewater Protection Overlay. The meeting is a regular working session focused on refining these draft documents.

• Review of February 5, 2021 meeting minutes
• Discussion of draft ordinance for Excellent Recharge Area
• Review of draft Design Guidelines for the recharge area

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL- Budget

The Mayor and City Council are holding a budget workshop to review Draft #2 of the proposed FY 2021-2022 budget, including changes from the prior draft and departmental presentations. The meeting also includes an executive session on personnel matters and possible action on items discussed there.

• Proposed FY2022 total revenues and expenditures of $8,719,235, a 6.04% decrease from adopted FY2021 budget
• Parking enforcement expenditures proposed at $249,945, a 104.96% increase from FY2021
• Marina & City Dock expenditures proposed at $128,775, a 32.98% increase
• General Fund revenues proposed at $6,586,975, a 3.28% increase
• Executive session on personnel matters

SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes, DE Sea Level Rise Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss a sea level rise ordinance. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of the ordinance, and adjournment. No specific details about the ordinance's content are provided in the agenda.

• Discussion of sea level rise ordinance

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

This is a continuation of the February 8, 2021 meeting. The Mayor and City Council will consider several recommendations, including expanding the Parks and Recreation Commission to include beaches, replacing double bollards on the Georgetown to Lewes Trail, and acting on reports from the Downtown and Beach Parking Ad Hoc Committees. They will also discuss code enforcement, historic artifact review criteria, and a possible ordinance on street access, plus a request to hire 1-2 additional police officers.

• Ordinance to expand Parks and Recreation Commission from 9 to 11 members and include beaches in its duties
• Replace double bollards with single bollards at road crossings on Georgetown to Lewes Trail
• Report and recommendations from Downtown Parking Ad Hoc Committee, including 99 delineated spaces and M&T lot net gain of 24 spaces
• Report and recommendations from Beach Parking Ad Hoc Committee
• Request to hire 1-2 additional police officers

PICKLEBALL FACILITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Pickleball Facility Subcommittee will discuss and possibly act on proposed locations for pickleball courts, including a parcel behind the library and at Great Marsh Park. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from December 4, 2020, and January 6, 2021, and discussion of community resources and funding. The agenda is substantive, with specific site options and design considerations.

• Possible action on pickleball court location behind the library (land lease map included)
• Possible action on pickleball court location at Great Marsh Park
• Approval of minutes from December 4, 2020 and January 6, 2021
• Discussion of community resources and funding for the facility

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council is holding a regular meeting with a lengthy agenda covering unfinished and new business. Key items include possible actions on rezoning properties at 203 Savannah Road, charter amendments on beach fishing and council vacancies, a moratorium on certain canal/bay property requirements, and reports from committees on beach and downtown parking. The council will also consider contracts, appointments, and various ordinance amendments.

• Rezoning 203 Savannah Road and Cape Henlopen Drive parcels from R-3 back to GC
• Charter amendments on beach fishing and council vacancies
• Six-month moratorium on Section 197-75 for properties between Lewes-Rehoboth Canal and Delaware Bay
• Revised site plan for Dutchman's Harvest on Savannah Rd (Beebe Medical Center)
• Contract award for Canalfront Park tennis and basketball courts rehabilitation

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding an executive session, closed to the public, to discuss an individual's qualifications for a job or training, strategy involving legal advice on collective bargaining or potential litigation, and personnel matters. No public action is scheduled on the agenda beyond considering matters discussed in the closed session and adjourning.

• Closed discussion of an individual citizen's job or training qualifications
• Strategy session on collective bargaining or potential litigation with legal advice
• Personnel matters involving individual employees or students

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL- Budget

The Mayor and City Council are holding a budget workshop to review the draft budget for fiscal year 2021-2022 (April 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022). The proposed budget totals $8,719,235, a 6.04% decrease from the adopted FY 2021 budget, with general fund revenues and expenditures both increasing 3.28% to $6,586,975. The council will discuss staffing requests and other budget items, and may enter executive session for personnel matters.

• Proposed FY 2022 budget totals $8,719,235, down 6.04% from adopted FY 2021
• General fund budget proposed at $6,586,975, up 3.28% from FY 2021
• Parking enforcement expenditures proposed at $249,945, up 104.96%
• Marina & City Dock expenditures proposed at $128,775, up 32.98%
• Executive session scheduled for personnel matters

WETLANDS BUFFER SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Wetlands Buffer Subcommittee is meeting to discuss the adopted Wetlands Buffer Ordinance and a draft ordinance for the Excellent Recharge Area section of the Source Water Protection Overlay. The agenda lists discussion items only, with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of adopted Wetlands Buffer Ordinance
• Discussion of draft ordinance for Excellent Recharge Area in Source Water Protection Overlay

1145 SAVANNAH ANNEXATION COMMITTEE

The 1145 Savannah Annexation Committee is meeting to review its purpose and discuss draft sections of its report to City Council. The committee will also consider topics for a future meeting. This is a working session with no votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Review of committee's purpose
• Discussion of draft report sections for City Council
• Planning additional topics for next meeting

LPC ANNEXATION SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes LPC Annexation Subcommittee is meeting to discuss background information and review annexation zones. The agenda includes discussion items but no specific decisions or votes are listed.

• Discussion of background on annexation
• Review of annexation zones
• Items and background for discussion

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Mayor and City Council are holding a workshop to discuss adopting the 2018 ICC Codes for construction, including changes from the 2012 codes and the residential fire suppression requirement. This is a discussion and presentation, not a final vote.

• Presentation on changes between 2012 and 2018 ICC Codes
• Discussion of residential fire suppression requirement

BEACH PARKING COMMITTEE

The Beach Parking Committee is meeting to discuss, revise, and decide on a draft report summarizing all matters previously discussed, including beach capacity, parking permits, signage, enforcement, and bike access. The committee will also approve minutes from prior meetings. The agenda is largely procedural, with the main substantive item being the draft report.

• Discuss, revise, and decide on draft report (BPRC Report & Recs draft 2021 01 26)
• Approval of minutes from Dec 11, Dec 15, Jan 14, Jan 19, Jan 26 meetings
• Previous discussion: no expansion of parking lots at Beaches 1 and 2 (motion passed Jan 14)
• Previous discussion: proposed summer parking permit system for Lewes Beach (10 a.m.–5 p.m., Memorial Day–Labor Day)
• Previous discussion: request for 10 additional seasonal police officers for parking enforcement

HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

The Lewes Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission will consider two renovation applications, revisions to its by-laws and procedures, and discuss the State of Delaware's Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program. The commission will also receive an update on the Phase VII resurvey of the Historic District.

• Renovations to accessory structure at 372 Pilottown Road (R-2/H, contributing)
• Renovations and addition to multi-use structure at 114 W. Third Street (TC/H, non-contributing)
• Revisions to HPARC By-Laws and Procedures
• Discussion of State of Delaware's Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program
• Update on Phase VII - Resurvey of the Historic District

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT PARKING

The Downtown Business District Parking Committee will meet to discuss and approve a draft report to the Mayor and City Council, and to consider adding a bike rack at the M&T parking lot. The meeting follows prior discussions on parking lot improvements, meter fees, and signage.

• Discussion and approval of draft report to M&CC
• Discussion and recommendation on adding a bike rack at the M&T parking lot
• Approval of minutes from January 8 and January 25, 2021 meetings

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing on two proposed amendments to the city charter. One amendment would change how vacancies in the Mayor or Councilperson positions are filled, including when special elections are required. The other would allow the City Council to restrict fishing along the Delaware Bay shore on beaches with lifeguard protection. The hearing is scheduled for February 1, 2021, via Zoom.

• Amendment to Charter Section 12: changes vacancy filling for Mayor or Councilperson, including special election requirements for terms longer than two years.
• Amendment to Charter Section 33: permits City Council to restrict fishing along Delaware Bay shore on beaches with lifeguard protection.
• Proposed bill also allows use of State's Voter Registration System for municipal elections.
• Proposed bill clarifies that a person chosen to fill a vacancy is deemed 'elected' for charter purposes.

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Lewes Mayor and City Council will hold a public hearing on two items: an ordinance to pause enforcement of water resource protection area rules (Section 197-75) between the Lewes-Rehoboth Canal and Delaware Bay for about six months, and an ordinance to change the land use designation of parcels 335-4.20-189.00 & 190.00 at 203 Savannah Rd. from Residential to Commercial. The hearing is for discussion and public comment; no final vote is listed on this agenda.

• Public hearing on moratorium for water resource protection area rules (Section 197-75) until July 15, 2021
• Public hearing on Comprehensive Plan amendment for 203 Savannah Rd. parcels (335-4.20-189.00 & 190.00) from Residential to Commercial
• Moratorium area: between Lewes to Rehoboth Canal and Delaware Bay
• Referred to Lewes Planning Commission for study and recommendation

SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Sponsorship Program Subcommittee is meeting to discuss developing a sponsorship program for city parks, including its need, merits, implementation, sponsor recognition, and fund allocation. The agenda is discussion-only, with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Discussion of sponsorship program for Lewes City Parks
• Discussion of sponsor recognition methods
• Discussion of allocation of sponsorship fees

SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Sea Level Rise Subcommittee is meeting to discuss a draft Resiliency Ordinance that would add a new section to the city code. The draft includes sea level rise projections, floodplain development rules, and lot coverage limits. Many details, such as exempted development and new development standards, are marked for future discussion.

• Draft Resiliency Ordinance would use DNREC intermediate sea level rise projections
• Critical facilities must be designed for 40-year sea level rise projection
• Redevelopment in 0.2% floodplain must use 50-year projection plus freeboard
• Flood-prone properties (substantial damage 2+ times) cannot be redeveloped
• Lot coverage limited to 50% unless runoff reduction practices are implemented

PRESENTATION REGARDING WAYFINDING PROJECT

The Lewes City Council is holding a regular meeting to receive a presentation from Merje on the wayfinding project. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting consists of the presentation and adjournment.

• Presentation by Merje on wayfinding project
• Meeting held via Zoom webinar

POLICE AD-HOC REVIEW COMMITTEE

The Lewes Police Review Ad Hoc Committee will review its draft report, examine the Lewes Police Department's use of force policy and internal review processes, and discuss recommending that the committee become a standing body. The report includes 12 recommendations to the Mayor and City Council, covering areas like internal affairs investigations, speed enforcement, and community policing. The meeting is open to the public via Zoom.

• Review of draft committee report with 12 recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Discussion of LPD use of force policy and internal review processes
• Possible action recommending the ad hoc committee be made a standing committee
• Report notes LPD budget is about $1.695 million, roughly 27% of city General Fund expenditures
• Recommendation to consider acquiring additional fixed digital speed units

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health is holding a regular meeting to receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and discuss the city's reopening plan. The board may also take possible action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The meeting will be held via Zoom.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion of reopening plan
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of minutes from January 5, 2021

BEACH PARKING COMMITTEE

The Beach Parking Committee will discuss, revise, and decide on its draft report summarizing all matters from previous meetings, including parking on Cape Henlopen Drive and paper streets, signage, enforcement, and beach capacity. The committee will also approve minutes from prior meetings. This is a regular meeting to finalize recommendations for the Mayor and City Council.

• Discuss and decide on draft report with recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Review concepts for parking on paper streets (Alaska, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina) off Cape Henlopen Drive
• Consider uniform No Parking signage policy prioritizing public safety and emergency access
• Discuss adding 10 seasonal police officers for parking enforcement
• Approve minutes from Dec 11, Dec 15, Jan 14, and Jan 19 meetings

LEWES BICYCLE & PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE

The Lewes Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet via Zoom to approve prior minutes, review old business including the Bicycle Friendly Community application, Biking Ambassador Program, trail bollards, and sidewalk stencil program, and take up new business on bicycle and pedestrian safety, including e-bikes, and set 2021 goals. The agenda is largely procedural and discussion-oriented, with no final votes or contracts listed.

• Discussion of e-bikes and Delaware e-bike regulations
• Review of draft Biking Ambassador Program outline
• Update on Bicycle Friendly Community application
• Trail bollard relocation discussion
• Sidewalk stencil program status

PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

The Lewes Parks and Recreation Commission will discuss and possibly act on a proposed donation of Holly bushes from Lewes in Bloom, a Veterans Memorial at Canalfront Park, and a landscaping plan for the White's Pond Meadow subdivision. The meeting also includes routine updates on parks projects and volunteer activities.

• Possible action on donation of 30 oak leaf holly bushes from Lewes in Bloom
• Discussion and possible action on establishing a Veterans Memorial at Canalfront Park
• Review of landscaping plan for White's Pond Meadow Major Subdivision off Theodore Freeman Hwy
• Updates on Public Art Commission, Pickleball Facility Subcommittee, Friends of Canalfront Park, and Community Garden

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS PARKING

The Downtown District Parking committee will discuss and make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council on parking-related items, including a proposed layout change at Otis Smith Park, use of Little League and Beebe Hospital parking areas, and potential increases to metered parking fees and operating hours. The committee will also review a draft report and discuss signage and social media outreach about parking locations.

• Discussion and recommendation on Otis Smith Park parking layout improvements
• Discussion on use of Little League parking area and Beebe Hospital at-grade parking areas
• Discussion on signage and social media postings for parking locations
• Discussion on increasing fees for metered parking and hours of operation
• Discussion of draft report to M&CC

LEWES AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE COMMISSION

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission meets via Zoom to review updates on the historic marker for Cato and Peter Lewis, volunteer research, and Peninsula Gallery's exhibit by Dane Tilghman. A key agenda item is discussion of the Menhaden reel at the Lewes Historical Society, which faces a January removal deadline after a zoning decision; the city solicitor has been invited. The commission will also consider approving December 17, 2020 minutes.

• Discussion of Menhaden reel removal deadline and possible letter of support
• Historic marker update for Cato and Peter Lewis
• Peninsula Regional Art Gallery exhibit by Dane Tilghman
• Volunteer committee research on historic submissions
• Approval of December 17, 2020 meeting minutes

LEWES PLANNING COMMISSION

The Lewes Planning Commission will discuss and possibly act on its Action Plan, a list of potential code changes and projects. They will also discuss scheduling a public hearing for a major subdivision application for the Lands of Virden on Kings Hwy, which proposes creating five single-family lots with a new road and open space. The meeting includes reports from subcommittees and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Major subdivision application for Lands of Virden on Kings Hwy: 5 single-family lots, new road (Cebb Ln.), open space; property split zoned R-4 and R-2
• Waiver requests for sidewalk, right-of-way width (40 ft vs 50 ft), pavement width (24 ft vs 32 ft), streetlights, and curbing along proposed road
• Action Plan discussion: list of potential code changes including stormwater, floodplain, sea level rise, annexation, zoning, parking, housing (accessory dwelling units), and transportation items
• Reports from subcommittees: Action Plan, Annexation, Floodplain, Sea Level Rise, Wetlands Buffer
• Approval of minutes from December 16, 2020 regular meeting and public hearing

Cancelled - SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

This meeting of the Lewes Sea Level Rise Subcommittee was cancelled. The agenda had listed a discussion of a sea level rise ordinance, but no meeting occurred.

• Meeting cancelled
• Agenda had listed discussion of sea level rise ordinance

BEACH PARKING

The Lewes Beach Parking Committee is meeting to discuss a permit system, beach capacity, parking enforcement, signage, and other parking-related issues. The agenda includes items on bike racks, trash cans, alley clearances, and clustering mailboxes. The meeting will also review minutes from December 2, 2020, and January 4, 2021.

• Permit system if not finished on 1.14.21
• Issue of beach capacity
• Clustering mailboxes
• Bicycles
• Bike racks & trash cans at beach entrances

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing - 19 Jan 2021 - CANCELED

This public hearing on two proposed amendments to the Lewes City Charter was canceled due to Zoom issues and rescheduled for February 1, 2021 at 5:00 PM. The amendments concern filling vacancies in the offices of Mayor or Councilperson and allowing the City Council to restrict fishing along the Delaware Bay shore. No decisions were made at this meeting.

• Amendment to Charter Section 12 on filling vacancies for Mayor or Councilperson
• Amendment to Charter Section 33 to allow restricting fishing along Delaware Bay shore
• Meeting canceled due to Zoom issues, rescheduled for 2/1/21 at 5:00 PM

BOARD OF ETHICS

The Board of Ethics is meeting to consider complaints alleging violations of the City's Code of Conduct. The board will hold an executive session to discuss the allegations, then reconvene to consider possible action. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public hearings or votes on specific penalties listed.

• Executive session under City Code Section 9-9 to consider Code of Conduct violation allegations
• Possible action on allegations discussed in executive session

LAAHC RESEARCH SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes African American Heritage Commission's Research Subcommittee is meeting to review and discuss its historic submission forms, waiver form, step-by-step oral history guide, bylaws, vision, goals, and scope of responsibility. The agenda includes a presentation and possible action on approving minutes, as well as discussion of volunteer activities. This is a working meeting focused on refining procedures for documenting African American history in Lewes.

• Review of Historic Submission Forms and Waiver Form
• Discussion of Step-by-Step Guide to Oral History
• Review of LAAHC Bylaws, Vision, Goals, and Scope of Responsibility
• Next regular LAAHC meeting scheduled for Thursday, Jan 21st at 6pm

FINANCE COMMITTEE

The Lewes Finance Committee is meeting to review the city's financial statements, investments, and budget, and to discuss capital projects and financial policy. The agenda includes a presentation from the city's investment advisor and a review of the FY 2021 budget. The meeting is largely a review and discussion session with no final decisions listed.

• Presentation from City's Investment Advisor on city accounts and market conditions
• Review of December 2020 financial statements and budget, including UBS investment reports
• Discussion of current and anticipated capital projects
• Discussion of drafting Financial Policy Statements
• Discussion of inventory/asset management tracking best practices/tools

BEACH PARKING

The Lewes Beach Parking Committee will meet via Zoom to discuss parking issues, including a possible permit system for Lewes Beach and conditions on Cape Henlopen Drive. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from prior meetings. The meeting is a regular session of the advisory committee, with no final decisions expected on these items at this time.

• Consider parking permit system for Lewes Beach
• Discussion of Cape Henlopen Drive parking
• Review of minutes from Dec 2, Dec 11, Dec 15, and Jan 4 meetings
• Next meeting scheduled for January 19, 2021

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

The Mayor and City Council held a public hearing on a revised site plan for Dutchman's Harvest, a residential development on Savannah Rd. The revised plan changes the layout of stormwater areas, roads, and buildings while keeping 14 buildings with 140 attached dwellings. The Planning Commission recommended approval, and no public comments were submitted by the November 30, 2020 deadline.

• Revised site plan for Dutchman's Harvest on Savannah Rd. (SCTM 335-8.00-36.07 & 36.03)
• Owner: Beebe Medical Center Inc./OA-Vantage Point II, LLC
• Plan keeps 14 buildings, 140 attached dwellings; adds stormwater pond along Savannah Rd.
• Buildings set further back from Henlopen Gardens and Savannah Rd.; garages removed
• Property zoned R-5 (Mixed Residential); Planning Commission recommendation 646

Cancelled - LPC ANNEXATION SUBCOMMITTEE

This meeting of the Lewes LPC Annexation Subcommittee, scheduled for January 12, 2021, was cancelled. The agenda listed only a call to order, discussion and review of annexation zones, and adjournment, with no specific items detailed.

• Meeting cancelled
• Agenda included discussion of annexation zones

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor & City Council will hold a regular meeting with several possible actions, including appointments to boards, a police staffing restructuring, and multiple zoning and land-use changes for properties at 203 Savannah Road. The council will also discuss a proposed charter amendment on beach fishing, a property annexation, parking committee recommendations, and a possible moratorium on certain zoning requirements.

• Possible action to revert zoning for 203 Savannah Road and Cape Henlopen Drive parcels from R-3 to GC
• Proposed Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map amendment for Savannah Road properties from Residential to Commercial
• Resolution to set public hearing for the Savannah Road land use change
• Proposed charter amendment relating to fishing on public beaches
• Request to annex 1145 Savannah Road into the City of Lewes

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is meeting in executive session to discuss strategy involving collective bargaining or potential litigation, and personnel matters. The meeting is closed to the public, and no action is listed on the agenda.

• Executive session under 29 Del. C §10004(b) for litigation strategy
• Executive session for personnel matters
• Meeting held via Zoom

CONTINUATION -- MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

This is a continuation of a Mayor and City Council workshop focused on reviewing the status of priorities set at the 2019 retreat and discussing short- and long-term priorities for 2021. The agenda includes a status update on 2019 priorities and a strategy session with priorities submitted by council members and department managers. No formal votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is a discussion and planning session.

• Review of 2019 priorities status, including floodplain regulation amendments and wetland buffer ordinance adopted in 2020
• Discussion of short-term priorities including COVID recovery budget, facilities master plan, and code/process improvements
• Long-term priorities include sea level rise planning, police department function review, and city facilities planning
• Police speed enforcement enhanced and drone used to monitor trails during COVID
• Street evaluation project complete to develop capital maintenance schedule

DOWNTOWN BUSINESS DISTRICT PARKING

The Business District Parking Committee will discuss and make recommendations to the Mayor and City Council on several parking proposals, including a two-year lease for the M&T lot to add metered public parking, delineating spaces on nearby streets, improving lots at Schley Avenue, Otis Smith Park, Little League, and Beebe Hospital, and adjusting meter fees and hours. The committee will also consider signage improvements from the Merje wayfinding program, estimated at $250,000. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Two-year lease for M&T lot to create up to 18 metered spaces; bids range $22,000-$37,000
• Delineate 62 spaces on West Third Street and 42 on Park Avenue
• Schley Avenue lot redesign: 27 spaces, bike parking, EV charging, ADA access
• Wayfinding signage program estimate $250,000
• Possible meter fee increase from $1.00/hour and extended hours

WETLANDS BUFFER SUBCOMMITTEE

The Wetlands Buffer Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss the wetlands buffer ordinance and the excellent recharge area section of the source water protection overlay. The agenda includes only discussion items, with no votes or public hearings scheduled.

• Discussion of wetlands buffer ordinance
• Discussion of excellent recharge area section of source water protection overlay

SEA LEVEL RISE SUBCOMMITTEE

The Lewes Sea Level Rise Subcommittee is holding a regular meeting to discuss a sea level rise ordinance. The agenda contains only this discussion item plus call to order and adjournment, with no other details provided.

• Discussion of sea level rise ordinance

Cancelled - MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL - Public Hearing

This meeting was a public hearing scheduled for January 6, 2021, to consider an ordinance amending the 2015 Lewes Comprehensive Plan to change the land use designation of two parcels from Residential to Commercial. The agenda states the hearing was cancelled, so no decision or discussion occurred. The attached resolution outlines the proposed change and the required notice procedures.

• Public hearing cancelled
• Proposed amendment to 2015 Lewes Comprehensive Plan
• Change land use for parcels 335-4.20-189.00 and 190.00 from Residential to Commercial
• Meeting scheduled via Zoom

PICKLEBALL FACILITY SUBCOMMITTEE

The Pickleball Facility Subcommittee is meeting to review conceptual designs for an 8-court pickleball facility, discuss potential sites and space needs using the city zoning map, and talk about community resources and funding. Minutes are not yet available. The meeting is a regular session held via Zoom.

• Review of 8-court pickleball conceptual layouts A and B
• Review of Conceptual Design 2 drawing
• Discussion of potential sites using City of Lewes Zoning Map
• Discussion of community resources and funding

BOARD OF HEALTH

The Lewes Board of Health will meet via Zoom to receive an update on coronavirus in Delaware and discuss a reopening plan. The board may take possible action on recommendations to the Mayor and City Council. The agenda includes approval of the December 15, 2020 minutes.

• Update on coronavirus in Delaware
• Discussion of reopening plan
• Possible action on recommendations to Mayor and City Council
• Approval of December 15, 2020 minutes

CANCELLED - HISTORIC PRESERVATION ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMISSION

This meeting of the Historic Preservation Architectural Review Commission was cancelled. No items were considered or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled

PUBLIC ART COMMITTEE

The Lewes Public Art Committee is meeting to discuss ongoing public art projects, including a bench project, a Veteran's Memorial, and Sentinel Lighting. They will also review proposals for the 2020 park project from several artists and discuss meeting times. The agenda includes approval of the November 24th minutes and public comments.

• Report on baseball bench project
• Report on Veteran's Memorial Project
• Sentinel Lighting report
• Discuss 2020 Park project proposals (Tom Fruin, Yevgeniya Kaganovich, Rachel Weiss, Joe O'Connell)
• Discuss meeting time

BEACH PARKING COMMITTEE

The Lewes Beach Parking Committee will review prior meeting minutes and discuss several parking-related items, including an estimate for surveying rights-of-way on the Canal side of Cedar Street, criteria for removing obstructions, and a possible parking permit system for Lewes Beach. The meeting is a regular session held via Zoom.

• Review of minutes from December 2, 11, and 15 meetings
• Update on estimate to survey Rights-of-Way on Canal side of Cedar Street
• Continue considering criteria for policy on when to remove an obstruction
• Consider parking permit system for Lewes Beach (if time allows)

MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL

The Lewes Mayor and City Council is holding a special meeting to consider appointing a member to the Beach Parking Ad Hoc Committee and to set a public hearing on a proposed charter amendment clarifying that appointed council members count as elected for majority votes. The council will also hold an executive session to discuss property acquisitions and legal strategy on bargaining or litigation.

• Appointment to fill vacancy on Beach Parking Ad Hoc Committee
• Proposed charter amendment on appointed council members' status for majority votes
• Public hearing to be set for charter amendment comment
• Executive session on site acquisitions for capital improvements or property sales/leases
• Executive session on legal strategy for collective bargaining or litigation