Millsboro public meetings in 2024
11 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
December 2, 2024 Town Council Workshop, Public Hearing and Meeting
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Community Development Block Grant application and discuss water and sewer projects, including a potential change order for Century Engineering. The body is also set to appoint committees and consider amendments to the town charter.
- Public hearing on Community Development Block Grant application
- Century Engineering Project Status and potential change order
- Bill of Sale for Alderleaf Meadows, Phase 2 water/sewer infrastructure
- Recommendation to amend Town Charter sections 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 16, and 161-55/56
- Town Manager Contract Renewal
November 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will discuss updating the process for filling council vacancies and amending multiple sections of the town code. The meeting also includes reviews of engineering projects and employee bonus requests.
- Resolution to amend Charter Section 13 regarding the filling of Town Council vacancies
- Ordinance to amend multiple town code chapters including Animals, Sewers, and Streets and Sidewalks
- Ordinance to delete code chapters on Bicycles, Circuses, Fortune-Tellers, Games of Chance, and Trees
- Century Engineering project status and request for a potential change order for Beneficial Reuse Forcemains
- Personnel Committee recommendation on town cost share for Delaware Paid Leave: Family and Medical Leave Insurance Program
October 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will hold a budget workshop and public hearings regarding zoning amendments and property annexations. The body is also considering charter changes regarding council vacancies and the role of the Secretary.
- Issuance of up to $95,700 in general obligation bonds for the Lead Service Line Inventory Project
- Annexation of 393 E State Street and 395 E State Street from Intervet Inc
- Zoning amendments to Chapter 210 regarding private walkways, setback encroachments, and drainage obstructions
- Site plan for Triple D Contractor Shops at 1281 Northern Avenue
- Lot line adjustment and minor subdivision plan for Millsboro Carpet Mart at 28587 DuPont Boulevard
September 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will vote to authorize up to $95,700 in general obligation bonds to fund the Lead Service Line Inventory Project. The meeting also includes public hearings on annexation and a preliminary site plan for Triple D Contractor Shops.
- Public hearing for up to $95,700 in bonds for lead service line inventory
- Annexation of Intervet Inc. properties at 393 and 395 E State Street
- Preliminary site plan for Triple D Contractor Shops
- Charter and Code Review Committee recommendations on grass height and redistricting
- Public comment on House Bill 206: Police Accountability Committee
July 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will conduct a reorganization of council leadership roles and swear in members for a new term. The meeting includes discussions on amending the Town Code regarding zoning definitions and establishing a new Parks and Recreation Impact Fee.
- Election of Council President/Mayor, Vice President, President Pro Tem, Secretary, and Treasurer
- Amendment to establish a new Parks and Recreation Impact Fee and account
- Proposed zoning amendments for Chapter 210 regarding impervious surfaces and setbacks
- Lennar Development Agreement Amendment re: Route 24 West Park Parcel
- Pump Station 4 bid award (Verdantas)
June 2024 Public Hearing & Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed changes to Chapter 210 of the Town Code concerning zoning definitions and requirements. The meeting also includes discussions on a conditional use request for an automotive business at 328 Old Landing Road and a preliminary site plan for Town Center Blvd.
- Zoning amendments to Chapter 210 regarding as-built surveys, lot coverage, and easements
- Conditional Use Request: residential property at 328 Old Landing Road for an automotive business
- Weis Preliminary Site Plan: Town Center Blvd.
- Employee Handbook amendment regarding Police meal breaks
- Municipal redistricting report review
May 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will hold a workshop followed by a regular meeting to discuss municipal governance and various town business. Items include potential charter amendments, water fee waivers, and road and utility infrastructure dedications.
- Water and wastewater fee waiver request for 100 Kendall Street
- Lease early termination and rent forgiveness request for 211 W. Railroad Ave
- Dedication of public roads and utility infrastructure in Plantation Lakes, Sections B and C
- Dedication of Plantation Lakes Sewage Pump Station No. 6
- Town code amendments regarding Chapter 210 (Zoning) and Chapter 70 (Building Construction)
April 2024 Town Council Meeting
The council will conduct a rules workshop to discuss internal procedures, communication, and roles before moving to regular monthly business. Regular items include discussions on zoning amendments, water easements, and tax rolls.
- Town code amendments regarding Chapter 210 (Zoning) and Chapter 70 (Building Construction)
- Supplemental water easement and dedication for a town water main along Route 24
- Millsboro Carpet Mart final site plan review
- Waiver request for penalties and late fees at 5 Scott Drive
- Enterprise Fleet Management Agreement
March 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Millsboro Town Council will discuss preliminary site plan approval for a property owned by James and Mary Beth Parker. The agenda also includes water and sewer fee waiver requests and proposed amendments to town zoning and building construction codes. Additionally, the council will review an agreement with the DEWARN Mutual Aid Organization.
- Preliminary site plan approval for parcel #233-5.00-7.00
- Water and sewer fee waiver requests for 100 Kendall Street and 20581 Overman Way
- DEWARN Mutual Aid Organization Agreement
- Town Code Amendments regarding Zoning and Building Construction
- Funding application support for Town Hall renovations
February 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Millsboro Town Council will review staff-suggested amendments to zoning and building construction codes that set development rules and property standards for the town, potentially scheduling a public hearing. Officials will also consider annexation committee appointments for three Intervet LLC properties, dedicate new roads and a sewage pump station in Plantation Lakes, and discuss hiring bonuses and tax valuation adjustments.
- Town Code Amendments to Chapter 210 (Zoning) and Chapter 70 (Building Construction), possibly including a public hearing
- Annexation committee appointments for properties at 393 E State Street, 395 E State Street, and Iron Branch Road/Hickman Lane (Intervet LLC)
- Dedication of roads and utility infrastructure in Plantation Lakes Section D, Beaufort Court, Fayetteville North, and Fayetteville Court
- Dedication of Plantation Lakes Sewage Pump Station No. 6
- Personnel committee recommendation for employment sign-on bonuses and adjustments to building valuations based on consumer price index data
January 2024 Town Council Meeting
The Town Council will consider a major subdivision request for 69.412 acres near S. Delaware Avenue and Hickory Hill Road. The meeting includes discussions on amending the Town Code regarding residential setbacks, water/sewer projects, and municipal redistricting.
- Major subdivision request for 69.412 +/- acres by Jack Lingo Asset Management, LLC
- Zoning amendment regarding setback requirements for detached single-family dwelling lots
- Verdantas 2024 project proposals including wastewater and water main work
- Sussex County EMS Station final site plan approval
- Amendment to establish a single day mercantile license and fee