Ocean View public meetings in 2021

Board of Adjustment

The Ocean View Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on December 16, 2021, to consider a single variance application (V-425) from property owners James and Susan Quinn for 20 Woodland Avenue. The request seeks relief from town code requirements on driveway width, flood elevation, and side-yard setback to connect an existing garage to the dwelling. The board will also approve minutes from its November 18 meeting.

• Variance to exceed 20-foot driveway width limit through right-of-way at 20 Woodland Avenue
• Variance to allow addition floor below base flood elevation plus 2 feet (FEMA Flood Zone AE)
• Variance to allow attached garage to violate 25-foot side setback on street-abutting side
• Approval of November 18, 2021 meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved two variances for a property at 20 Woodland Avenue, allowing an existing driveway wider than current code and an attached garage that violates the side-yard setback. A third variance request was withdrawn because the project now complies with flood elevation requirements. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved variance for existing driveway exceeding 20-foot right-of-way limit (5-0)
• Approved variance for garage attached to principal structure violating 25-foot side setback (5-0)
• Variance for flood elevation compliance not needed; project revised to comply (5-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council will hold its regular meeting, voting on a recommendation for the West Avenue Streetscape project and on funding for a secured vehicle impound area and concrete pad for evidence storage. The agenda also includes a presentation by Pearson's Appraisal LLC, reports from town staff and committees, and opportunities for public comment.

• Vote on recommendation for Project No. OVPZ&D 22-09 West Avenue Streetscape
• Vote on funds for secured vehicle impound area and concrete pad for evidence storage
• Presentation by Mr. Fred Pearson of Pearson's Appraisal LLC
• Approval of minutes from November 9, 2021
• Public comment periods (Citizens' Privilege)

The Ocean View Town Council unanimously approved awarding the West Avenue Streetscape project (OVPZ&D 22-09) to Mumford and Miller for $664,672.70. The council also approved purchasing a fence and concrete pad for a secured vehicle impound area and evidence storage shed, funded partly by an $8,000 grant. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and a presentation on the 2021 property reappraisal.

• Awarded West Avenue Streetscape bid to Mumford and Miller for $664,672.70 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of fence and concrete pad for secured vehicle impound area/evidence shed (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider application V-415 regarding a property at 13 DeMarie Drive. Property owners are requesting a variance to allow existing and proposed structures to exceed the 35% maximum allowable lot coverage.

• Variance request for 13 DeMarie Drive to exceed 35% maximum lot coverage

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing 44.3% lot coverage at 13 DeMarie Drive, exceeding the 35% maximum. The property owners revised their plan to reduce coverage from about 49% to 44.3% by removing a pool house and narrowing the pool apron. The motion carried unanimously 4/0.

• Approved agenda as moved by Lawless, seconded by Neuner (4/0).
• Approved October 21, 2021 minutes as moved by Neuner, seconded by Coppels (4/0).
• Granted variance for lot coverage of 44.3% at 13 DeMarie Drive (V-415) as moved by Coppels, seconded by Lawless (4/0).
• Adjourned meeting at 6:23 pm as moved by Lawless, seconded by Coppels (4/0).

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council will hold a regular meeting with public hearings on two ordinances: one replacing the procurement chapter and another amending property maintenance rules for vegetation in town easements. The council will also vote on ARPA funding recommendations, holiday observance, an audit agreement extension with PKS & Company, and a 2022 pilot shuttle recommendation.

• Second reading of ordinance repealing and adopting Chapter 40, Procurement of Material and Award of Contract
• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 169, Property Maintenance, regarding trees, shrubs, and vegetative growth in easements/rights of way
• Vote on ARPA funding recommendations as presented at workshop
• Vote on extension of audit agreement with PKS & Company
• Vote on 2022 pilot shuttle recommendation

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss and review the findings of the Charter Committee report. No votes will be taken during this meeting, which also includes open discussion and a citizens' privilege period.

• Discussion and review of Charter Committee report

The Town Council reviewed the Charter Review Committee's report and discussed six recommended charter revisions. The Council decided to leave the Chief Financial Officer (Finance Director) section unchanged, keeping the current process. No formal votes were taken on the other items, which were discussed for future action.

• Kept Charter Section 2.103 unchanged, retaining current Finance Director process (unanimous consensus)
• Discussed adopting ordinance for surety bonds: Mayor $25,000, Mayor pro tempore $25,000, Town Manager $25,000, CFO $100,000 (no vote)
• Discussed future redistricting after 2020 Census data (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance for lapse of unexpected appropriations, possibly in annual budget (no vote)
• Discussed ordinance for Board of Assessment 3-year terms, 2-term limits (no vote)
• Discussed resolution for personnel appeal procedures per Charter Section 5.101 (no vote)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review requests for zoning variances at 9 Seabrook Road, 8 Sussex Drive, and the area near NW/Elliott Ave and E. DeMarie Drive. The meeting also includes the swearing in of a new board member and approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Variance V-422: Request for setback and electric meter elevation relief at 9 Seabrook Road
• Variance V-423: Request for driveway, garage height, and lot coverage relief at 8 Sussex Drive
• Variance V-424: Request to create two residential lots with less than 75-foot width at NW/Elliott Ave and E. DeMarie Drive
• Swearing in of a new Board member

The Board of Adjustment heard three variance applications. For 9 Seabrook Lane, the board denied a variance for a shed encroaching on setbacks (4-1) but granted variances for an outdoor shower and an electric meter below flood elevation requirements (both 5-0). For 8 Sussex Drive, the board unanimously granted variances for a driveway, garage height, and lot coverage to allow a pool. For a proposed subdivision near Elliott Ave/E. DeMarie Drive, the board unanimously granted a variance from the minimum lot width requirement.

• Denied shed variance at 9 Seabrook Lane (4-1)
• Granted outdoor shower variance at 9 Seabrook Lane (5-0)
• Granted electric meter variance at 9 Seabrook Lane (5-0)
• Granted garage height variance at 8 Sussex Drive (5-0)
• Granted driveway setback variance at 8 Sussex Drive (5-0)
• Granted lot coverage variance at 8 Sussex Drive (5-0)
• Granted lot width variance for subdivision near Elliott Ave/E. DeMarie Drive (5-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council is holding a workshop meeting to discuss the Town Manager's plans for using ARPA (American Rescue Plan Act) funds. No votes will be taken during this discussion-only session. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no other substantive items listed.

• Discussion and review of ARPA funds usage plans (Houck)

The Ocean View Town Council held a workshop to discuss how to spend $1,182,341 in ARPA funds, but no formal decisions were made. Town Manager Carol Houck proposed allocating funds for street scaping, internet competition, a facade improvement loan program, a donation to the Millville Volunteer Fire Company, and contingency expenses. The council also discussed joining a state legal assistance pool for $4,782, but no action was taken.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:56pm (5-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council unanimously approved an amendment to Condition #7 of Ordinance 214 regarding the Berzins/Episcopal Church annexation, introduced two ordinances (procurement and property maintenance), and approved several contracts and an appointment. All votes were 5-0.

• Amended Condition #7 of Ordinance 214 (annexation) (5-0)
• Introduced first reading of new Chapter 40 Procurement ordinance
• Introduced first reading of property maintenance ordinance re: trees in easements
• Approved Bob Lawless to Board of Adjustment (5-0)
• Awarded Contract OVPZ&D 22-08 to George and Lynch Inc for $112,424.76 (5-0)
• Approved additional work under Contract OVPZ&D 22-08 (5-0)
• Approved additional work under Contract OVPZ&D 22-05 (5-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Council will hold a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes potential discussions regarding litigation, personnel matters, or land acquisition during executive session.

• Possible executive session for litigation, personnel, or land acquisition

Planning & Zoning

The Ocean View Planning and Zoning Commission will meet virtually on September 16, 2021, to consider two new land development concept plans. The agenda includes a subdivision proposal and a retail/office building proposal, along with routine items like approval of minutes and swearing in a new member.

• P-336: Subdivision into 7 parcels on R-1 zoned land at 32 and 34 Woodland Avenue
• P-337: Retail/office building on GB-1 zoned land at 104 Atlantic Avenue
• Approval of July 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Swearing-in of new commission member

The Ocean View Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed two concept plans but took no formal action on either. For the Blue Heron Landing subdivision at 32 & 34 Woodland Avenue, the town engineer provided extensive comments on floodplain, wetlands, stormwater, and other issues, and the applicant must address them before returning. For the proposed retail/office building at 104 Atlantic Avenue, the commission deferred action until the applicant obtains approvals from the Army Corps of Engineers, Fire Marshal, and DelDOT. The meeting was otherwise procedural, approving the agenda and prior minutes.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved July 15, 2021 minutes (5-0)
• Reviewed Blue Heron Landing concept plan; no action taken
• Reviewed Beam Route 26 concept plan; no action taken
• Deferred action on 104 Atlantic Avenue pending agency approvals

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council will hold a public hearing on the first reading of an ordinance to amend Condition #7 of Ordinance 214, which annexed 85.43 acres of land. The council will also consider several new business items, including a street paving contract, appointments, and a charter review report. The meeting is viewable via YouTube only, with no in-person attendance.

• Public hearing: First reading of ordinance to amend Condition #7 of Ordinance 214 (annexation of 85.43 acres)
• Contract award for Street Paving and Patching Project OVPZ&D 22-05
• Appointment of Walter Curran to Planning & Zoning Commission for five-year term
• Resolution 21-3 (Dunes Pink Classic)
• Name change recommendation for 32 West Building

The Ocean View Town Council approved a contract award for the Street Paving and Patching Project Number OVPZ&D 22-05 to George & Lynch Co. The council also appointed Walter Curran to the Planning and Zoning Commission for a five-year term, approved Resolution 21-3 for the Dunes Pink Classic, authorized the Town Solicitor to hire a real estate appraiser for drainage easements in Country Village Subdivision, and extended the engineering services contract with the Kercher Group. All votes were unanimous 5/0. The council introduced two ordinances (procurement and tree trimming) for future consideration, and discussed but did not vote on renaming the 32 West building.

• Approved contract award for Street Paving and Patching Project to George & Lynch Co. (5-0)
• Appointed Walter Curran to Planning and Zoning Commission for five-year term (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-3 Dunes Pink Classic (5-0)
• Authorized Town Solicitor to hire real estate appraiser for drainage easements (5-0)
• Extended engineering services contract with Kercher Group (5-0)
• Adopted agenda and approved July 13, 2021 minutes (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Ocean View Board of Adjustment is meeting via Zoom to consider one variance application for a property at 11 West Avenue. The owners seek to keep an existing horseshoe driveway wider than 20 feet and closer than 5 feet to property lines, plus a garage within the required side yard setback. The board will also approve prior meeting minutes.

• V-421: variance for existing horseshoe driveway exceeding 20-foot width and 5-foot property line clearance at 11 West Avenue
• V-421: variance for detached garage within required 15-foot side yard setback at 11 West Avenue
• Approval of June 20, 2021 Board of Adjustment meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved two variances for the property at 11 West Avenue, owned by Eric and Stephanie Moran. The first variance allows the existing horseshoe driveway, which exceeds the 20-foot width limit and is closer than 5 feet to property lines, to remain. The second variance permits the existing detached garage, which is within the required 15-foot side yard setback, to stay. Both motions passed unanimously 5/0.

• Approved variance for 5-foot property line setback for the existing driveway at 11 West Avenue.
• Approved variance for the accessory structure (garage) within the required side yard setback at 11 West Avenue.

Planning & Zoning

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review application P-335 regarding an ordinance amendment. The proposal seeks to update conditions for the Ocean View Beach Club to include a requirement for an indoor swimming pool in a building reserved for future recreational use.

• Review of application P-335 to amend Condition No. 7 of Ordinance No. 214
• Requirement for an indoor swimming pool at the Ocean View Beach Club Residential Planned Community

The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend an ordinance change to Town Council that would extend the deadline for constructing an indoor swimming pool at the Ocean View Beach Club Residential Planned Community. The change would require the pool to be built by the time the 244th Certificate of Occupancy is issued, instead of the 225th as currently stated. The recommendation was made with support from the community and no objections from town staff.

• Recommended ordinance change to extend pool construction deadline to 244th Certificate of Occupancy (4-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council is holding a regular meeting with public hearings on three ordinances: reducing the minimum required area for commercial uses in MXPC districts, and amending the FY2021 operating and capital expenditure budgets. The council will also consider a fire company request, a budget software module, and a drainage contract.

• Second reading of ordinance to reduce minimum required area for commercial uses to 25% of net tract area in MXPC districts
• First reading of ordinance amending FY2021 annual operating budget
• First reading of ordinance amending FY2021-2025 capital expenditure budget
• Millville Volunteer Fire Company request from Greg Hocker
• Contract OVPZ&D 22-06 for Country Village Drainage Advanced Clearing

The Ocean View Town Council unanimously approved an ordinance reducing the minimum required area for commercial uses from 40% to 25% of net tract area in all MXPC districts. They also adopted amended operating and capital expenditure budgets for FY ending April 30, 2021, and approved the purchase of Clear Gov Budget Suite software for $10,650 (first year) and $12,450 (second year). A bid for tree clearing at Country Village was awarded to Sussex Tree Co. for $10,500. The council discussed a firehouse renovation funding request but took no action, with the town manager to investigate further.

• Approved ordinance reducing commercial area requirement to 25% in MXPC districts (5-0)
• Adopted amended annual operating budget for FY ending April 30, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted amended capital expenditure budget for FY 2021-2025 (5-0)
• Approved purchase of Clear Gov Budget Suite software (5-0)
• Awarded bid to Sussex Tree Co. for $10,500 for Country Village clearing (5-0)
• Approved minutes of June 8, 2021 meeting (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Ocean View Board of Adjustment will hold a Zoom-only meeting to consider five variance applications from property owners seeking relief from town code requirements, including rear and side yard setbacks, building separation, and flood elevation rules. The board will also approve minutes from the May 20, 2021 meeting. All items are new business; no decisions are guaranteed.

• V-416: 13 Sussex Ave — variance for screened porch, outdoor shower, deck encroaching into 30-ft rear setback (R-1)
• V-417: 23 Luzerne Dr — variance for outdoor shower & trash enclosure in 5-ft side setback, reduced separation (MXPC)
• V-418: 8 Port Royal Rd — variance to allow sunroom below base flood elevation +2 ft
• V-419: 65 Luzerne Dr — variance for screened porch/deck encroaching into rear setback (MXPC)
• V-420: 7 Luzerne Dr (Silverwoods Clubhouse) — variance to keep mechanical shed and patio within rear setback

The Ocean View Board of Adjustment approved five variance requests and deferred one. Approved: V-416 (13 Sussex Ave) for a screened porch, outdoor shower, and deck encroaching into the rear setback; V-417 (23 Luzerne Dr) for an outdoor shower and trash enclosure in a drainage easement, with conditions; V-418 (8 Port Royal Rd) for a sunroom below flood elevation; V-419 (65 Luzerne Dr) for a screened porch and deck; V-420 (7 Luzerne Dr) for an existing mechanical shed and patio. V-418 was initially deferred due to the applicant's absence but later approved after the applicant arrived. All votes were unanimous except V-417 (3-1) and V-418 (3-1).

• Approved V-416: variances for screened porch, outdoor shower, and deck at 13 Sussex Ave (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved V-417: variances for outdoor shower and trash enclosure at 23 Luzerne Dr, with conditions regarding drainage easement (3-1)
• Approved V-418: variance for sunroom reconstruction below flood elevation at 8 Port Royal Rd (3-1)
• Approved V-419: variances for screened porch and deck at 65 Luzerne Dr (unanimous 4-0)
• Approved V-420: variances for existing mechanical shed and patio at 7 Luzerne Dr, with condition to meet separation easements (unanimous 4-0)
• Deferred V-418 initially due to applicant absence, then approved after applicant arrived

Town Meetings

The Town of Ocean View Charter Review Committee is holding a meeting to discuss charter items under review. The agenda includes a call to order, discussion of charter items, and adjournment, with no specific items listed.

• Discussion of charter items under review

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on the first reading of an ordinance to reduce the minimum required area for commercial uses to 25% of net tract area in MXPC districts. The council will also discuss and possibly vote on updates to the water system collection and turn-off policy, a new bank account resolution for ARPA funds, a roof replacement donation, and a Delaware Solid Waste Authority discount disposal agreement. Reports from financial, public safety, planning, and town manager staff are scheduled.

• First reading of ordinance amending Section 140-49 to reduce minimum commercial area to 25% in MXPC districts
• Discussion and possible vote on water system collection and turn-off policy update
• Resolution to open new bank account for ARPA funds
• Acceptance of roof replacement donation from a roofing company
• Approval of Delaware Solid Waste Authority discount disposal agreement

The Ocean View Town Council held a first reading of an ordinance to reduce the minimum required commercial area in MXPC districts from 40% to 25% of net tract area, with a second reading planned. The council also unanimously approved a water collection and turn-off policy, a new bank account for ARPA funds, acceptance of a roof replacement donation, and renewal of a DSWA discount agreement. All votes were 5-0.

• First reading of ordinance to reduce commercial area to 25% in MXPC districts (no vote, second reading pending)
• Approved water collection and turn-off policy (5-0)
• Approved resolution to open new bank account for ARPA funds (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of roof replacement donation from Morse Roofing and MOU (5-0)
• Approved renewal of DSWA discount disposal agreement (5-0)

Planning & Zoning

The Ocean View Planning and Zoning Commission will meet via Zoom to consider two new business items: a concept plan for subdividing one parcel into four on R-1 zoned land, and an ordinance amendment to reduce the minimum required commercial area in MXPC districts from 40% to 25% of net tract area. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and reorganization.

• Concept plan P-333: subdivision of one parcel into four on R-1 zoned land at NW/Elliott Ave., E. DeMarie Dr. (PIDN: 135.004)
• Ordinance P-334: reduce minimum commercial area in MXPC districts from 40% to 25% of net tract area
• Approval of February 20, 2021 meeting minutes
• Meeting held via Zoom teleconference

The Planning and Zoning Commission reviewed a subdivision concept for 6 Elliot Avenue, noting required variances and floodplain compliance issues, and reviewed a proposed ordinance to reduce minimum commercial area in MXPC districts from 40% to 25%. No final decisions were made on either item; the meeting was procedural, with agenda and minutes approved.

• Approved agenda (4-0)
• Approved February 20, 2020 minutes (4-0)
• Elected Liddle as chairperson (unanimous)
• Elected Sigvardson as co-chair (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Ocean View Board of Adjustment will hold a Zoom-only meeting on May 20, 2021, to consider one new business item: a variance application from property owners George M. and Mary Ann Pickrell. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the April 15, 2021 meeting. The single substantive matter is a request for multiple variances at 13 DeMarie Drive.

• V-415: variance to keep existing driveway closer than 5 feet to property line at 13 DeMarie Drive
• V-415: variance to keep existing paver patio less than 10 feet from side property line
• V-415: variance to build pool house exceeding 14-foot maximum height
• V-415: variance to exceed 35% maximum lot coverage for existing and proposed structures
• Approval of April 15, 2021 Board of Adjustment meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment approved variances for an existing driveway and paver patio at 13 DeMarie Drive, rejected a variance for a 16-foot pool house height, and deferred a decision on lot coverage. The driveway and patio variances were approved unanimously (4-0), the height variance was rejected unanimously (4-0), and the lot coverage decision was deferred unanimously (4-0).

• Approved variance for existing driveway closer than 5 feet to property line (4-0)
• Approved variance for existing paver patio less than 10 feet from side property line (4-0)
• Rejected variance for 16-foot pool house height (4-0)
• Deferred decision on lot coverage variance (4-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing on a proposed ordinance amending Chapter 68 (Animals) regarding removal of excreta, which may be adopted after a deferred second reading. The council will also discuss and possibly vote on a partnership with Natelli Communities, LP for a bocce ball court development. Other items include approval of minutes, reports, and an executive session on legal advice.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 68 Animals (removal of excreta)
• Possible adoption of ordinance after deferred second reading
• Discussion and possible vote on bocce ball court partnership with Natelli Communities, LP
• Approval of minutes from April 13 and April 27, 2021
• Executive session on intergovernmental relations involving legal advice

The Ocean View Town Council unanimously approved an ordinance amending Chapter 68 (Animals) to clarify fines for pet waste and other violations, and approved a partnership with Natelli Communities to build two bocce courts. The council also introduced an ordinance to amend a condition in a prior annexation ordinance, and approved minutes from previous meetings.

• Approved ordinance amending Chapter 68 Animals, clarifying excreta fines (5-0)
• Approved partnership with Natelli Communities for bocce court construction (5-0)
• Adopted meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 13, 2021 regular meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of April 27, 2021 reorganizational meeting (5-0)
• Introduced ordinance to amend Condition No. 7 of Ordinance No. 214 (no vote)
• Entered executive session at 7:58pm (5-0)
• Returned to regular session at 8:55pm (5-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council will hold public hearings on an animal waste ordinance, the FY2022 operating budget, and a capital expenditures plan for 2022-2026. They will also consider the annual fee schedule, outdoor fitness equipment for John West Park, a vestibule at 201 Central Ave, and public works equipment recommendations. A presentation from Atlantic General Hospital is scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinance amending Chapter 68 Animals on removal of excreta
• First reading of FY2022 operating budget ordinance
• First reading of capital expenditures budget for FY2022-2026
• Resolution for FY22 fee schedule
• Purchase and install outdoor fitness stations along walking trail in John West Park (RFP 2021-01)

The Ocean View Town Council approved the FY2022 annual operating budget, which includes a tax increase, by a 3-2 vote, with Council Members White and Reynolds voting against. The council also approved the 5-year capital expenditures budget (3-2), the annual fee schedule, outdoor fitness stations in John West Park, a vestibule addition at 201 Central Ave, and equipment auction/trade-in. Action on an animal excreta ordinance was deferred to next month.

• Approved FY2022 annual operating budget with tax increase (3-2)
• Approved 5-Year Capital Expenditures Budget FY2022-2026 (3-2)
• Approved FY22 Fee Schedule (5-0)
• Approved purchase/installation of outdoor fitness stations in John West Park, $47,093.60 total (5-0)
• Approved vestibule addition at 201 Central Ave, $47,000 (5-0)
• Approved equipment auction and trade-in of 2017 New Holland Skid Steer for 2020 Boomer 50 (5-0)
• Deferred action on animal excreta ordinance amendment until next month (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved all four variance applications on the agenda. These included variances for paver patios at 45 Old Forge Drive and 38 Luzerne Drive, a freestanding sign at 63 Atlantic Avenue, and a screened porch at 7 Sussex Avenue. The board also approved the agenda and the minutes from the February 18, 2021 meeting, and swore in new member Larry Klimovitz.

• Approved variance V-408 for a paver patio and walkway at 45 Old Forge Drive, allowing lot coverage to increase to 47.4% (2.4% over the 45% limit).
• Approved variance V-411 for a paver patio and walkway at 38 Luzerne Drive, allowing lot coverage to increase to 50.2% (5.2% over the 45% limit).
• Approved variance V-412 for a freestanding sign at 63 Atlantic Avenue, allowing a 7-foot reduction from the required 20-foot side setback.
• Approved variance V-413 for a screened porch at 7 Sussex Avenue, allowing encroachment into the required 30-foot rear setback.
• Approved the meeting agenda unanimously (5/0).
• Approved the minutes from the February 18, 2021 meeting unanimously (4/0), with new member Klimovitz recusing himself.
• Swore in new Board of Adjustment member Larry Klimovitz.

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending Chapter 68 (Animals) regarding removal of excreta, and may vote on a grant for the Millville Volunteer Fire Department, adoption of the Route 26 Design Guideline, FY22 budget items, and a Board of Adjustment appointment. Reports from committees and a resignation letter are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing: First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 68 Animals (removal of excreta)
• Possible vote: Annual grant request from Emergency Services Enhancement Fund for Millville Volunteer Fire Department
• Possible vote: Adoption of final Route 26 Design Guideline
• Possible vote: Items for Draft #3 of FY22 Budget and 5-Year Capital Improvements Budget
• Possible vote: Appointment to Board of Adjustment for unexpired term of Don Walsh to 5/22

The Ocean View Town Council voted 3-2 to keep a 2-cent property tax increase in the FY22 budget, with Council Members White and Reynolds opposed. The council also approved an $80,000 grant to the Millville Volunteer Fire Department, approved Route 26 Design Guidelines for $16,500, and funded police recruit training. A first reading of an animal ordinance amendment was held, and Larry Klimovitz was appointed to the Board of Adjustment.

• Approved $80,000 ESEF grant to Millville Volunteer Fire Dept (5-0)
• Approved Route 26 Design Guidelines for $16,500 (5-0)
• Kept 2-cent tax increase in FY22 budget (3-2)
• Funded police recruit training for April 2021 academy (5-0)
• Appointed Larry Klimovitz to Board of Adjustment (5-0)
• Adopted agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 9 regular and workshop meetings (5-0)
• Approved minutes of Feb 23 workshop (5-0)

Community Events

The Town of Ocean View will hold a public meeting via Zoom to solicit comments from property owners regarding the proposed FY2022 Budget. The session is intended for community input on the upcoming fiscal year's budget proposal.

• Public meeting on proposed FY2022 Budget

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council is holding a public hearing and budget workshop to review Draft 2 of the proposed FY22 operating budget and 5-year Capital Improvements Program. The town manager will present updated information and recommendations for discussion. No votes are scheduled on the budget items during this meeting.

• Review of Draft 2 of proposed FY22 General Fund budget
• Discussion of 5-Year Capital Improvements Program
• Public hearing held before budget discussion

The town council held a public hearing and budget workshop for the FY22 budget, discussing a proposed property tax increase, rental license fee hike, and hiring a second police officer. No formal decisions were made; the budget vote is scheduled for April 13.

• Agenda approved unanimously (5-0)
• Public hearing opened and closed, no action taken
• Budget discussion held, no vote
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Ocean View Board of Adjustment will meet via Zoom to consider four variance applications. Three involve properties in the Silverwoods Mixed-Use Planned Community seeking to exceed lot coverage or encroach on setbacks for patios, walkways, and a sunroom. One involves a sign placement variance for a business on Atlantic Avenue. The board will also approve minutes from a prior meeting.

• V-408: Variance for paver patio/walkway exceeding 45% lot coverage at 45 Old Forge Drive (Silverwoods MXPC)
• V-410: Variance for sunroom encroaching into 20-foot rear yard setback at 5 Favata Place (Silverwoods MXPC)
• V-411: Variance for paver patio/walkway exceeding 45% lot coverage at 38 Luzerne Drive (Silverwoods MXPC)
• V-412: Variance for freestanding sign less than 20 feet from side property line at 63 Atlantic Avenue (GB-1 zone)
• Approval of October 15, 2020 meeting minutes

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing a sunroom to encroach about 6.5 feet into the rear yard setback at 5 Favata Place, despite one neighbor's opposition. The property is in the Silverwoods Mixed-Use Planned Community, and the lot is irregularly shaped and shallow. The variance is limited to no more than 6.6 feet.

• Approved variance V-410 for 5 Favata Place, allowing a sunroom to encroach up to 6.6 feet into the rear yard setback (3-0)
• Approved the meeting agenda (3-0)
• Approved the minutes of the October 15, 2020 meeting (3-0)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:45 pm (3-0)

Town Meetings

The Ocean View Town Council approved several items, including a payout of excess vacation time for three police employees affected by COVID-19, the creation of a Charter Review Committee with Walt Curran and Tom Maly as members, and the continuation of the Mutual Assistance Agreement with South Bethany. The council also discussed but did not vote on a dog excreta ordinance, budget input for FY22, and communication changes.

• Approved agenda as presented (5-0)
• Approved minutes of January 12, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved nomination of Walt Curran and Tom Maly to Charter Review Committee (5-0)
• Approved payout of excess vacation time for three police employees (5-0)
• Approved continuation of Mutual Assistance Agreement with South Bethany (5-0)