Dewey Beach public meetings in 2022
50 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a draft ordinance and an application to rezone tax map parcel 334-20.18-74.00 at 100 Buena Road from Resort Business-2 (RB-2) to Resort Residential (RR), and to amend the comprehensive map accordingly. The meeting is scheduled for Saturday, December 17, 2022, at 10:00am at the Lifesaving Station. Public comment may be submitted in writing by mail or email up to 48 hours before the meeting.
- Public hearing on draft ordinance to rezone 100 Buena Road from RB-2 to RR
- Application to rezone tax map parcel 334-20.18-74.00
- Amendment to the comprehensive map for the parcel
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Commissioners will hold their monthly meeting on December 16, 2022, to discuss and possibly vote on several items, including a site plan for a mixed-use structure at 1603 Coastal Highway, an ordinance to define and permit tents in certain districts, and a $35,000 vehicle purchase. They will also consider adding a member to the Climate Change Committee and a relocation plan for 5G poles. The agenda includes routine approvals and committee reports.
- Site plan for mixed-use structure at 1603 Coastal Highway
- Ordinance to define 'tent' and permit tents over outside service areas in RB district
- Purchase of maintenance vehicle for $35,000 from Capital Expenditure Budget
- Relocation plan for existing 5G poles on the dunes
- Ordinance to impose fine for improper posting of parking signage
Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will meet to discuss and possibly vote on recommending an email campaign for the town's tagline contest to the Town Commissioners. The committee will also consider potential agenda items for its next meeting and approve the minutes from its November 1, 2022 meeting.
- Discussion and possible vote on recommending an email campaign for the Dewey Beach tagline contest to the Town Commissioners
- Approval of November 1, 2022 Marketing Committee meeting minutes
- Discussion of potential items for next meeting's agenda
Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee is convening a resiliency workshop featuring presentations from coastal hazards and environmental experts. The committee will discuss possible projects for the town and hold a Q&A session. This is a discussion and information-gathering meeting, not a decision-making one.
- Presentations by Delaware Sea Grant, Center for Inland Bays, and DNREC staff
- Discussion of possible resiliency projects for Dewey Beach
- Public Q&A session
- Livestream on YouTube and Zoom participation available
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council is convening an executive session to discuss an individual citizen's qualifications for a job or training, as permitted under Delaware law. This is a closed-door meeting, not live-streamed, and no other business is listed on the agenda.
- Executive session under Title 29 Section 10004(1) to discuss a citizen's job or training qualifications
- Meeting held at the Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Avenue
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance regarding a Conditional Use permit and Restaurant Permit of Compliance application to expand the conditional use for the Dewey Beach Country Club at 1705 Coastal Highway. The meeting also includes an executive session and the monthly commissioners meeting. The parcel is north of McKinley Avenue and south of Dagsworthy Avenue in the RB-2 Zoning District.
- Public hearing on ordinance for Conditional Use permit and Restaurant Permit of Compliance for Dewey Beach Country Club at 1705 Coastal Highway
- Application to expand conditional use for restaurant, per Section 25D(1)(A)(1) of Chapter 185 and Chapter 144, Section 6
- Parcel north of McKinley Avenue and south of Dagsworthy Avenue, Tax Parcel Number 334-20.18-69.00, RB-2 Zoning District
- Referred by the Planning and Zoning Commission
Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Infrastructure Committee will convene to approve prior meeting minutes, hear public comments, and discuss a possible vote on a proposal from Remington and Vernick Engineers to remove existing outfall flap-style tide gates and install upgraded tide gate valves at the Read Avenue bay outfall. The meeting is scheduled for November 15, 2022, at the Lifesaving Station.
- Approve May 12, 2022 meeting minutes
- Public comments
- Discuss and possibly vote on removing outfall flap-style tide gates and installing upgraded tide gate valves at Read Avenue bay outfall
- Member comments
- Next meeting date to be determined
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council is meeting in executive session to discuss an individual citizen's qualifications for a job or training, as permitted under Delaware law. This is a closed session and will not be live-streamed. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no public action items listed.
- Executive session under Title 29 Section 10004(1) to discuss a citizen's job or training qualifications
- Meeting held at Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Avenue
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and discussion on an ordinance and conditional use permit application to expand the restaurant use at the Dewey Beach Country Club, located at 1705 Coastal Highway. The commission may vote to make a recommendation on the draft ordinance. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.
- Public hearing on ordinance and conditional use permit to expand restaurant use at Dewey Beach Country Club, 1705 Coastal Highway
- Application for Restaurant Permit of Compliance for the Country Club
- Property is in RB-2 Zoning District, Tax Parcel 334-20.18-69.00
- Commission may vote on recommendation for the draft ordinance
- Meeting livestreamed on YouTube and via Zoom
Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will meet to discuss and vote on creating a contest for a new town tagline, discuss the Arts & Crafts Festival, and receive updates on beautification funds and the Dewey Business Partnership. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.
- Vote on creating a contest to choose a new tagline for Dewey Beach
- Discussion of the Dewey Beach Arts & Crafts Festival
- Discussion of beautification funds and Dewey Business Partnership updates
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold public hearings on October 21, 2022, to consider conditional use permits and restaurant permits of compliance for four establishments along Coastal Highway. Each hearing addresses expanding the conditional use for a restaurant under the town code. The meeting also includes an executive session and the monthly commissioners meeting.
- Public hearing for Woody's Dewey Beach, 1904 Coastal Highway, RB-2 district
- Public hearing for Dewey Beach Country Club, 1705 Coastal Highway, RB-2 district
- Public hearing for Dewey Beer Company, 2100 Coastal Highway, RB-2 district
- Public hearing for The Dewey Post, 1205 Coastal Highway, RB-2 district
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on October 7, 2022, to consider ordinances for Conditional Use permits and Restaurant Permits of Compliance to expand conditional uses for four restaurants: Woody's Dewey Beach, Dewey Beach Country Club, Dewey Beer Company, and The Dewey Post. All properties are in the RB-2 Zoning District along Coastal Highway.
- Woody's Dewey Beach, 1904 Coastal Highway, Tax Parcel 334-20.18-134.00-C1 and C2
- Dewey Beach Country Club, 1705 Coastal Highway, Tax Parcel 334-20.18-69.00
- Dewey Beer Company, 2100 Coastal Highway, Tax Parcel 334-20.14-237.00-L7225
- The Dewey Post, 1205 Coastal Highway, Tax Parcel 334-23.06-4.00-300
Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar
The Town of Dewey Beach Marketing Committee is meeting to conduct business related to 2022 activities and promotion. The committee will discuss and possibly vote on draft minutes from May 17, 2022, discuss a new tagline for promotional materials, and discuss potential plans for the Dewey Beach Crush Festival. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.
- Discuss and possibly vote to approve draft minutes of May 17, 2022 meeting
- Discuss new tagline for Dewey Beach for promotional materials
- Discuss potential plans for Dewey Beach Crush Festival
- Discuss potential items for next meeting's agenda
- Public comments
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council is holding an organizational meeting to swear in two newly elected commissioners, then vote among commissioners to appoint the town's mayor and council secretary, each for one-year terms. The meeting is largely procedural, focused on installing officers rather than policy decisions.
- Swear in two newly elected commissioners for two-year terms
- Vote to appoint town mayor for one-year term
- Vote to appoint council secretary for one-year term
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council is holding its organizational meeting to swear in two newly elected commissioners, vote to appoint a mayor and council secretary for one-year terms, and swear them in. The meeting was rescheduled from September 23 to September 30, 2022, and will be held at the Lifesaving Station with livestream and Zoom options.
- Swearing in of two newly elected commissioners for two-year terms
- Vote to appoint the Town's Mayor for a one-year term
- Swearing in of the Town's Mayor
- Vote to appoint the Town's Council Secretary for a one-year term
- Swearing in of the Town's Council Secretary
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Commissioners will hold public hearings on several conditional use and restaurant permit applications, plus a rezoning request. The council will decide on these items at the September 16, 2022 meeting.
- Public hearing on conditional use expansion for Mama Maria Inc. at 1608 Coastal Highway
- Public hearing on new restaurant at 1509 Coastal Highway
- Public hearing to rezone 106 Read Avenue from RB-2 to RR
- Public hearing on conditional use expansion for Jimmy's Grille at 1911 Coastal Highway
- Public hearing on conditional use expansion for Starboard Raw at 2000 Coastal Highway, Unit 201
Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on September 15, 2022, to consider four requests: a variance to expand a market and add short-term rental units at 200 Cullen Street, and three requests related to a restaurant at 2009 Coastal Highway—a special exception to continue a COVID-era expanded dining area, a variance or special exception for off-street parking relief, and a variance to keep a tent over the dining area. The board will decide on these requests after hearing public input.
- Variance request to increase market size and add short-term rental units at 200 Cullen Street (RB-2 district)
- Special exception to continue ~1,750 sq ft expanded dining area at 2009 Coastal Highway
- Variance or special exception for off-street parking relief for restaurant with >4,000 sq ft patron area
- Variance to continue tent over expanded dining area at 2009 Coastal Highway
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning and Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on September 10, 2022, for five Conditional Use and Restaurant Permit of Compliance applications (Mama Maria Inc., a new restaurant at 1509 Coastal Highway, Jimmy's Grille, Starboard Raw, and Lighthouse Cove Restaurant and Event Center) and one rezoning application for 106 Read Avenue from Resort Business (RB2) to Resort Residential (RR). All items are subject to public hearing and no final decisions are listed on this agenda.
- Conditional Use expansion for Mama Maria Inc. at 1608 Coastal Highway (RB-2 district)
- New restaurant Conditional Use at 1509 Coastal Highway (RB-2 district)
- Rezoning of 106 Read Avenue from RB2 to RR
- Conditional Use expansion for Jimmy's Grille at 1911 Coastal Highway
- Conditional Use expansions for Starboard Raw (2000 Coastal Hwy) and Lighthouse Cove (124 Dickinson Ave)
Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter and Code Review Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommending that the Town Commissioners fund an outside expert in municipal code review. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Discussion and possible vote on recommending funding for an outside municipal code review expert
- Approval of August 15, 2022 meeting minutes
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee is meeting to follow up on member assignments, including stormwater and grant work, and to plan its initial report to Town Council. The group will also discuss strategies for storm and sea level rise resiliency. The agenda is largely organizational and discussion-focused, with no formal votes or ordinances scheduled.
- Follow-up on Bethany activities (Debra & Dave)
- Potential funding sources discussion (Stacy & Drew)
- Infrastructure Committee's Stormwater Master Plan work (Marty)
- Fish & Wildlife grant opportunity discussion with Ashleigh (Marty & Stacy)
- Plan initial report to Town Council and assign sections
Audit Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Audit Committee is meeting to review the presentation of the audit, discuss it with the public, and possibly vote on accepting the draft audit and supporting documents for submission to the Town Commissioners. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings.
- Presentation of Audit
- Discussion/Public Comments
- Possible vote on acceptance of Draft Audit and supporting documents
- Adoption of minutes from November 15, 2021 and January 26, 2022 meetings
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Commissioners will hold their monthly meeting, discussing and possibly voting on several action items, including changes to the employee manual, approval of election officials, and qualifications for a new Chief of Police. The meeting also includes updates on 5G poles and snow fence replacement, plus committee reports and financial review.
- Update on 5G poles by James Crane from CTC
- Update on snow fence replacement by Jesse Hayden of DNREC
- Possible vote on employee manual changes
- Possible vote to approve six election officials for 2022 election
- Possible vote on Chief of Police qualifications per Section 19(b) of Town Charter
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Town of Dewey Beach Investment Committee is meeting to review the town's financial status and investment portfolio. Members will discuss and potentially vote on new investments and revisions to the Investment Policy Implementation Plan, including rules for short-term investments.
- Review of 2022 budget status and financial needs
- Portfolio update by Dominic Difebo of Brown Advisory
- Possible vote on new portfolio investments
- Possible revisions to Investment Policy Implementation Plan for short-term investments
- Proposed 2023 meeting dates: second Thursday at 5pm
Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and vote on six variance and special exception requests for a property at 126 Bellevue Street, owned by Moore Blue Water LLC. The requests include setbacks for a pool enclosure, deck, cabana, and gazebo, a freeboard variance, and an appeal of the Building Official's decision. All items are up for discussion and possible approval.
- Rear yard setback variance for pool enclosure and deck extending 7 ft into 10-ft setback
- Side yard setback variance for outdoor pool extending 4 ft into 10-ft setback
- Front yard setback variance for cabana extending 6 ft into 18-ft setback
- Freeboard variance of 7.5 inches from 12-inch requirement
- Special exception to relocate gazebo 12 ft into front yard setback
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Town Commissioners will discuss a referendum to increase the maximum tax rate to 8%. The meeting also includes discussions regarding an acting Chief of Police and new waterfowl feeding prohibitions.
- Referendum language to increase maximum tax rate to 8%
- Resolution to appoint an Acting Chief of Police
- Ordinance to prohibit the feeding of waterfowl
- Memorial proposal for Bellevue and Bayard Avenue
- Appointment of David Vogt to the Board of Adjustment
Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar
The Board of Adjustment will discuss and possibly vote on several applications from Moore Blue Water LLC regarding property at 126 Bellevue Street. The items include requests for setbacks, freeboard requirements, a special exception for a gazebo, and an appeal of a building official's decision.
- Rear yard setback variance for pool enclosure and multi-level deck
- Side yard setback variance for new outdoor pool
- Front yard setback variance for a cabana
- Variance from the 12-inch freeboard requirement
- Special exception to relocate an existing gazebo
Comprehensive Development Plan Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Comprehensive Development Plan Committee is meeting to handle routine organizational tasks, including adopting the agenda, approving minutes, and scheduling its next meeting for late August or early September. The main new business is a review with the Town Manager and staff of accomplished items that will be included in the annual report, which is to be finalized later in June. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Review of accomplished items for the annual report with Town Manager and staff
- Schedule next meeting for late August/early September
- Adoption of agenda and approval of meeting minutes
Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee is meeting to follow up on assignments, including a recap of a flood readiness seminar and potential funding sources. They will also review the organization of their repository and discuss a proposed report table of contents, along with strategies for storm and sea level rise resiliency.
- Recap of Creating a Flood Ready Community seminar on May 6
- Discussion of potential funding sources
- Review of Repository organization on Dropbox
- Proposed Report Table of Contents review
- Group discussion on storm and sea level rise resiliency strategies
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Town Commissioners will meet to discuss several financial and administrative items, including the nomination of an Alderman and revisions to the Investment Plan. The meeting also includes discussions regarding fund allocations for a new town hall and the purchase of homeowner welcome bags.
- Resolution to recommend the nomination and term of service of the Alderman
- Revisions to the Investment Plan for wider investment selection
- Potential addition of a self-committed assigned fund for a new town hall
- Review of March Financials
- Purchase of new homeowner welcome bags
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter and Code Committee is meeting to discuss the progress of work on Chapter 185 (Zoning) of the town code, and to identify next areas of focus and member assignments. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes. This is a working session on zoning code updates, not a final decision-making meeting.
- Discussion of progress on Chapter 185, Zoning, of the Town of Dewey Beach code
- Discussion of next areas of focus and member assignments
- Approval of February 28, 2022 meeting minutes
- Public comments limited to 3 minutes per person
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Town Commissioners will review presentations from three architecture firms regarding a new Town Hall and Police Department. The meeting also includes a public hearing on appropriating $42,000 for infrastructure projects.
- Architectural presentations for new Town Hall and Police Department by Fisher Architecture, George Miles and Buhr LLC, and Settembrino Architects/Remington Vernick Engineers
- Public hearing on appropriating $42,000 from the infrastructure account for projects
- Discussion of projects using a $142,992 Sussex County Realty Transfer Tax Grant
- Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 24 Investment Policy regarding investment selection
- Proposed ordinance to amend Chapter 167 Taxation and Chapter 117 penalties
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Marketing Committee will discuss funding for a new sign on the bay walk and updates on a new homeowner welcome pack. Members will also discuss potential plans for hosting a Dewey Beach Community Fair.
- Approval of April 19, 2022 Meeting Minutes
- Update on bay walk sign installation
- Potential use of beautification funds for the bay walk sign
- Status update and potential orders for new homeowner welcome packs
- Discussion regarding a Dewey Beach Community Fair
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding several property modifications at 126 Bellevue Street. The requests include setbacks for a pool, deck, and cabana, as well as an appeal of a building official's decision.
- Rear yard setback variance for a pool enclosure and multi-level deck
- Side yard setback variance for a new outdoor pool
- Front yard setback variance for a cabana
- Variance from the 12-inch freeboard requirement
- Special exceptions for gazebo relocation and elevator bulkhead height
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Infrastructure Committee will discuss using $42,000 from the Infrastructure Fund to match Sussex County Realty Transfer Tax funding for projects. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Town Stormwater Master Plan and continued discussion of long-term infrastructure needs.
- Proposed use of $42,000 from Infrastructure Fund to match $42,000 in Sussex County RTT funding
- Presentation of Town Stormwater Master Plan by Center for Inland Bays
- Discussion of town long term infrastructure needs
- Approval of December 1, 2021 Meeting Minutes
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Infrastructure Committee will discuss using $42,000 from the Infrastructure Fund to match Sussex County Realty Transfer Tax funding for repairs. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Town Stormwater Master Plan.
- $42,000 Infrastructure Fund match for repairs
- Center for Inland Bays presentation on Town Stormwater Master Plan
- Discussion of long term infrastructure needs
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Town Commissioners and Planning and Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an ordinance to expand an existing conditional use for a restaurant property. The meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2022, at the Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station.
- Public hearing on expanding Conditional Use for 1818 Coastal Highway (RB-2 zoning)
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Marketing Committee will discuss updates regarding beach posts, the monthly resident newsletter, and upcoming Dewey Business Partnership events. The committee will also review the Dewey Welcome Packet and a potential community fair idea.
- Approval of January 13, 2022 Meeting Minutes
- Updates on Beach Posts and Monthly Resident Newsletter
- Review of Dewey Welcome Packet
- Discussion of Potential Community Fair Idea
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Investment Committee is meeting to review the town's 2022 budget status and financial needs, and to get an update on the investment portfolio from Brown Advisory. Members will discuss and possibly vote on new investments and revisions to the Investment Policy Implementation Plan, with potential recommendations to Town Council for amending the town's investment policy. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.
- Town Manager's presentation of financial needs and budget status for 2022
- Portfolio review update by Dominic DiFebo of Brown Advisory
- Discussion and possible vote on new investments within Investment Policy guidelines
- Discussion of proposed revisions to Investment Policy Implementation Plan and possible recommendation to Town Council to amend Investment Policy (Chapter 24, section 24-2.B)
- Proposed meeting dates: July 14, October 13, 2022; January 12, April 13, 2023
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Charter and Code Committee will meet to review the progress of work regarding Chapter 185, Zoning, of the Town of Dewey Beach code. The committee will also determine future areas of focus and assign tasks to members.
- Progress report on Chapter 185, Zoning, of the town code
- Discussion of next focus areas and member assignments
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee is meeting to organize its work for the year, including setting up a document repository and outlining a report with near- and long-term goals for the town. Members will also hear reports on outreach, potential funding sources, and activities in nearby Rehoboth and Lewes, followed by a group discussion on strategies for storm management and sea level rise. The meeting is open to the public with options to attend in person, via Zoom, or by livestream.
- Discussion of deliverables including establishing a Dropbox repository and process for storing information
- Reports on outreach to organizations (Marty & Phil), potential funding sources (Stacy & Drew), and Rehoboth & Lewes current activities (Debra & Dave)
- Group discussion of possible strategies and remedies for storm management and sea level rise
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Commissioners meet April 8 to discuss and possibly vote on several action items, including whether to keep an Alderman Court, how to handle business requests to operate on the beach, and two ordinance amendments. One ordinance would raise penalties for non-payment of accommodation taxes; another would allow towing of vehicles from lifeguard-designated parking spaces. The board will also review March 2022 financials and hear committee reports.
- Discuss next steps on Alderman Court 36, including possible Charter change or referral to outside courts
- Discuss business requests to operate on the beach and process for proceeding
- Possible vote on ordinance to amend §167-18, increasing penalty for non-compliance of accommodation tax remittance
- Possible vote on ordinance to amend §158-11, permitting towing of vehicles from lifeguard-designated parking spaces
- Review March 2022 financials
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Town Commissioners will meet to consider several amendments to municipal codes, including changes to parking permit fees and housing enforcement. The agenda also includes potential votes on committee appointments and a $9,897 purchase for town equipment.
- Fifth Amendment to the Mutual Agreement & Release between Dewey Beach Enterprises and the Town
- $9,897 purchase of a sweeper box for the Kubota tractor from Burke Equipment Company
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 93 regarding parking permit fees
- Resolution imposing a moratorium on temporary expansions for restaurant and eatery establishments
- Appointment of Jack Redefer and renewal of Jim Bielicki to the Planning and Zoning Commission
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Commissioners will hold a special meeting to review, discuss, and possibly vote on the proposed FY 2023 draft budget. The meeting also includes comments from the town manager, police chief, and commissioners, but the budget is the primary action item.
- Review and possible vote on FY 2023 draft budget
- Town Manager comments
- Police Chief comments
- Commissioners' comments from Paul Bauer, Elisabeth Gibbings, David Jasinski, Gary Persinger, and Mayor William Stevens
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter and Code Committee is meeting to approve minutes from January 24, discuss progress on town staff recommendations related to the Charter and Code, and decide next areas of focus and member assignments. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19 and is open to the public with limited comment time.
- Approval of January 24, 2022 meeting minutes
- Discussion of progress on town staff recommendations for Charter and Code
- Discussion of next areas of focus and member assignments
- Public comment limited to 3 minutes per person
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Town of Dewey Beach will hold public hearings on three temporary expansion requests for the Starboard at 2009 Highway One for upcoming events, and on an ordinance to align residential parking requirements in the zoning code. The meeting is scheduled for February 18, 2022, at the Lifesaving Station.
- Public hearing: Starboard temporary expansion for Opening Weekend, March 18-20, 2022
- Public hearing: Starboard temporary expansion for 25th Anniversary Running of the Bull, June 25, 2022
- Public hearing: Starboard temporary expansion for Dewey Goes Pink, October 8, 2022
- Public hearing: Ordinance to amend Chapter 185, Zoning, for residential parking consistency
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Comprehensive Plan Committee is meeting to review last year's progress and set priorities for the coming year. The meeting is largely organizational, with no votes on specific projects or contracts on the agenda. Public comments will be taken during the session.
- Review of Sept. 21 meeting notes from last year's committee
- Discussion and prioritization of issues needing near-term attention for the coming year
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Audit Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on recommending an auditing firm to the Town Commissioners. The meeting includes an executive session to discuss non-public documents. Public comment is limited to three minutes per person.
- Vote to recommend an auditing firm to the Town Commissioners
- Executive session for discussion of non-public documents
- Meeting held via Zoom and live-streamed due to COVID-19
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Town of Dewey Beach will hold a public hearing and commissioners meeting on January 21, 2022. The agenda includes a proposed zoning amendment for restaurants and a resolution to use infrastructure funds for pipe repairs on two streets.
- Public hearing on ordinance to raise off-street parking threshold from 2,000 to 4,000 sq. ft. for restaurants in RB-2 District
- Public hearing on resolution to use up to $478,000 in Infrastructure Funds for pipe issues on Bayard Avenue and McKinley Avenue
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee is meeting via Zoom to discuss and possibly vote on ideas for beach information signs at beach entrances and around town, and on creating a Dewey Beach newsletter. The committee will also approve minutes from its November 16, 2021 meeting and take public comments.
- Discuss and possibly vote on beach information sign ideas at beach entrances and around town
- Discuss and possibly vote on a Dewey Beach newsletter
- Approve minutes from November 16, 2021 Marketing Meeting
- Public comments and member comments
- Next meeting scheduled for February 10, 2022 at 5:30 PM
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a request for a special exception to build a roofed front entrance within the current front yard setback at 111 Saulsbury Street. The property is in the RR Zoning District. The board will decide whether to grant the exception.
- Special exception request for roofed front entrance at 111 Saulsbury Street
- Property located in RR Zoning District
- Requested by William Drupieski