Dewey Beach public meetings in 2024
46 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to approve a conditional use application from Keith Mushinski of Playa Bowls, LLC to operate an eatery at 1904 Coastal Highway Unit C7. The property is in zoning district RB-2, south of New Orleans Street and north of Bellevue Street. Interested parties may attend and offer testimony.
- Conditional use application by Keith Mushinski of Playa Bowls, LLC for an eatery at 1904 Coastal Highway Unit C7
- Property located in zoning district RB-2, south of New Orleans St and north of Bellevue St
- Public hearing scheduled for December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm at Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station
Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on December 19, 2024, to consider four requests filed by the owner of 2009 Coastal Highway. The requests seek variances or special exceptions to convert an approved tent into a weather-resistant pavilion, expand covered outdoor dining area, continue off-street parking relief, and permit an addition to a nonconforming restaurant. All items pertain to the same property in the RB-2 Zoning District.
- Variance to convert permanent outdoor tent to weather-resistant pavilion with fire sprinklers
- Variance or special exception to expand covered outdoor dining from 1,200 sf (9 tables) to 1,579 sf (11 tables)
- Variance or special exception to continue off-street parking relief for legal nonconforming restaurant
- Relief request to permit expansion of nonconforming restaurant or outside service area for 1,579 sf pavilion
Finance Committee
The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will meet to discuss and possibly vote on recommendations for the draft FY2026 budget. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and introduction of new committee members.
- Discussion and possible vote on recommendations for the draft FY2026 budget
- Approval of October 10, 2024 meeting minutes
- Introduction of new committee members
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Association of Coastal Towns is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on dissolving the organization by December 31, 2024, following a Delaware Deputy Attorney General opinion that it is a public body subject to FOIA. The meeting will also include updates from a DNREC economic study workshop and a resiliency efforts workshop.
- Discussion and possible vote to dissolve the Association of Coastal Towns as of December 31, 2024
- Return of unused dues funds in equal portions to the seven member towns after debts are paid
- Update from the last DNREC Economic Study Workshop held September 28, 2024
- Update from the November 19, 2024 Resiliency Efforts Workshop of Coastal Communities
- Approval of minutes from the April 4, 2024 meeting
Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss and possibly vote on three action items: amending setback rules for dipping pools, updating flood damage reduction rules to allow extra freeboard for insurance savings, and clarifying building height restrictions for properties in flood zones. The meeting includes public comment on each item.
- Discuss and vote on amending 185-51 to revise setbacks for dipping pools
- Discuss and vote on amending Chapter 101 to allow one extra foot of freeboard for new/substantially damaged/improved properties, tied to flood insurance reduction
- Discuss and vote on clarifications to code for elevating properties in flood zones, covering pre/post flood maps and conforming/non-conforming structures
Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Infrastructure Committee will review the Read Avenue flood mitigation project and consider recommending funding for two stormwater projects: the Jersey Street French drain and the Van Dyke Avenue storm drain. The committee may vote on recommendations to the Town Commissioners.
- Review status of Read Avenue flood mitigation project
- Possible vote on funding recommendation for Jersey Street French drain (Beacon Engineering)
- Possible vote on funding recommendation for Van Dyke Avenue storm drain (JMT Engineering)
Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will discuss and possibly vote on several recommendations to the Town Council, including creating a town resiliency fund, a public education campaign on flooding, and an ordinance for storm reconstruction measures. The committee will also review recent discussions with the Marketing Committee and its 6-month plan.
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend a packet of materials for a public education campaign on flooding
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend creating a town resiliency fund
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend a plan for real estate disclosure/education for property owners
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend an ordinance related to storm reconstruction measures
- Review what information is currently provided to potential property owners regarding flooding in Dewey Beach
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council will review October financials, hear the 2024 Beach Patrol statistics report, and discuss several code amendments. Key items include regulating canopies and tents on the beach, defining mailbox assemblies, and potentially referring flood-zone building height changes to the Charter & Code Review Committee. The council may also vote to appoint Vincent Susi to the Finance Committee and discuss a draft RFP for residential trash and recycling service.
- Discuss recommendation to amend code regulating canopies and tents on the beach
- Discuss draft ordinance defining standard and cluster-style mailbox assemblies
- Discuss and potentially vote to refer flood-zone freeboard and building height changes to committee
- Review current contract and draft RFP for residential trash and recycling service
- Presentation of 2024 Beach Patrol Statistics Report by Captain Todd Fritchman
Town Meeting(s) Calendar
The Sussex County Southeast Regional Police Accountability Committee will discuss and vote on its bylaws and whether to accept the Dagsboro Police Department's request to join the committee. The meeting also includes discussion of next steps, potential field trips, and setting the next meeting location.
- Discussion and vote on PAC By-laws
- Vote on accepting the Dagsboro Police Department’s request to join the PAC
- Potential field trips to tour SUSCOM and SCI
- Location of next meeting
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council holds a workshop to hear a presentation from auditor Dan Kenney on town financial procedures, followed by discussion and public comments. The meeting is procedural and informational, with no binding votes scheduled.
- Presentation and Q&A by auditor Dan Kenney on town financial procedures
- Public comments period
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council will consider several action items, including a vote on an ordinance to amend flood damage reduction rules for building elevation, a resolution to enter the state pension plan, and a resolution to accept a property at 1 Dagsworthy Avenue from the state. The council will also discuss reappointments to the Audit Committee and appointments to other boards, as well as a recommendation to regulate canopies and tents on the beach.
- Vote on Ordinance to amend Chapter 101 (Flood Damage Reduction) regarding freeboard height for building elevation
- Vote on Resolution to enter contract with State Board of Pension Trustees for county and municipal pension plan
- Vote on Resolution to accept conveyance of 1 Dagsworthy Avenue from State of Delaware to the town
- Vote on Resolution to accept proposal from Time Clock Plus, LLC for employee time-keeping software
- Discussion of recommendation to amend Chapter 1 and Chapter 65 to regulate canopies and tents on the beach
Finance Committee
The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will convene to discuss financial needs and budget status, review the Brown Advisory portfolio, and possibly vote on appointing a committee chairperson. Public comments will be heard.
- Discuss and possibly vote to appoint a committee chairperson
- Presentation by Town Manager on financial needs and budget status
- Presentation by Dominic DiFebo regarding Brown Advisory portfolio
Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar
The Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss and potentially vote on four proposed code amendments to recommend to the Town Council. Items include limiting summer construction, capping beach canopy sizes, revising dipping pool setbacks, and increasing the Alderman Court's maximum penalty. The meeting is open to the public and livestreamed.
- Discuss and possibly vote on amendments to §71-7 to suspend or limit construction during summer
- Discuss and possibly vote on amendments to Chapter 65 limiting beach canopy sizes
- Discuss and possibly vote on amendments to §185-51 revising setbacks for dipping pools
- Discuss and possibly vote on amendments to Section 20 of the charter to increase the maximum penalty levied by Alderman Court
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Town Council will hold an organizational meeting to swear in two newly elected commissioners, then vote among commissioners to appoint the mayor and council secretary for one-year terms. The agenda also includes public comments and remarks from each commissioner.
- Swear in two newly elected commissioners for two-year terms
- Vote among commissioners to appoint the mayor for a one-year term
- Vote among commissioners to appoint the council secretary for a one-year term
- Swear in the mayor and council secretary
Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Infrastructure Committee will review the status of three flood mitigation projects and discuss a proposal from Beacon Engineering to address flooding on Jersey Street, with a possible vote to recommend it to the Town Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend Beacon Engineering proposal for Jersey Street flooding
- Review status of flood mitigation projects on Read Avenue, Jersey Street, and Van Dyke Avenue
- Approval of July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Town Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to amend zoning and definitions in the municipal code. The changes would establish minimum lot area requirements for plantings and open space in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) district, regulate driveway and walkway boundaries and materials, prohibit parking in green space, and update the definition of 'green space.' No other business is listed on this agenda.
- Public hearing on ordinance to amend Chapter 185 (Zoning) and Chapter 1 (Definitions) regarding minimum lot area for plantings and open space in NR district
- Regulation of boundaries and materials used in driveways and walkways
- Prohibition of parking in green space
- Amendment of the definition of 'green space'
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to amend Chapter 101 (Flood Damage Reduction) of the municipal code, specifically regarding the freeboard height requirement for elevating buildings, structures, and equipment. Interested parties may attend in person, via Zoom, or watch the livestream and offer testimony.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 101, Flood Damage Reduction
- Change to freeboard height requirement for elevation of buildings, structures, and equipment
- Meeting at Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave
- Livestream on YouTube and Zoom participation available
Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommending a winter seasonal activity and a spring walking parade to the Town Council. They will also discuss fundraising ideas for the new Town Hall and updates on Dewey in Bloom. Public comments will be heard.
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend a winter seasonal activity to the Town Council
- Discuss updates on fundraising ideas for the new Town Hall
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend a spring walking parade to the Town Council
- Discuss Dewey in Bloom updates
Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will meet to discuss coastal conference materials and long-range planning, and may vote on recommendations to the Town Council, including a public education campaign, a town resiliency fund, real estate disclosure, and an ordinance on storm reconstruction measures.
- Discussion of materials from Coastal Conference at Dover Estuarine Center (May 9, 2024)
- Possible vote to recommend public education campaign for property owners
- Possible vote to recommend creation of a town resiliency fund
- Possible vote to recommend real estate disclosure/education plan
- Possible vote to recommend ordinance on storm reconstruction measures
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a public hearing on August 16, 2024, to consider an application by John Snow for Northbeach at 125 McKinley Avenue to temporarily expand its premises for the 'End of Summer Party' on August 31–September 1, 2024. Interested parties may attend and offer testimony. The meeting will be held at the Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station and livestreamed on YouTube with Zoom participation available.
- Public hearing on temporary premise expansion for Northbeach, 125 McKinley Avenue
- Event: End of Summer Party, August 31 – September 1, 2024
- Meeting at Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave
- Livestream on YouTube and Zoom option (Meeting ID 608 759 4237)
Audit Committee Meeting Calendar
The Audit Committee will convene to review the draft audit, hear public comments, and possibly vote to recommend acceptance to the Town Commissioners. The meeting includes adoption of the agenda and approval of prior minutes.
- Presentation of Draft Audit
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend acceptance of the Draft Audit to the Town Commissioners
- Public comments to be heard with the audit item
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold three public hearings on July 19, 2024. The hearings cover a proposed expansion of a conditional use at 1308 Coastal Highway, an ordinance to amend zoning and definitions for minimum lot area for plantings and open space in the NR district, and an ordinance requiring stormwater management for new and renovated buildings.
- Public hearing on expansion of conditional use at 1308 Coastal Highway (Nalu, LLC)
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 185 (Zoning) and Chapter 1 (Definitions) for minimum lot area for plantings and open space in NR district
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 185 requiring stormwater runoff management with guttering and downspouts for new and renovated buildings
- All hearings are open for public testimony
Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar
The Infrastructure Committee will receive an update from Remington and Vernick Engineers on the installation and performance of flaps on stormwater outfalls on Read Ave bayside, and discuss ongoing flooding issues. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comments.
- Update from Remington and Vernick Engineers on stormwater outfall flaps on Read Ave bayside
- Committee discussion of continued flooding concerns
- Approval of February 8, 2024 meeting minutes
- Public comments
Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will convene to elect a secretary, receive updates from the commissioner liaison and from members on a recent coastal training program and marketing committee contacts. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.
- Secretary selection and vote
- Update from Gary Persinger, Commissioner Liaison
- Overview of May 9, 2024 Coastal Training Program by Delaware DNREC
- Update from Sally Silver and Dave Davis on Marketing Committee contact
Finance Committee
The Dewey Beach Finance Committee is meeting to appoint a chairperson and secretary, hear the town manager's report on financial needs and budget status, and review the Brown Advisory investment portfolio. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comments. No dollar amounts or specific decisions are listed in the agenda text.
- Vote to appoint committee chairperson
- Vote to appoint committee secretary
- Town manager presentation on financial needs and budget status
- Dominic DiFebo presentation on Brown Advisory portfolio
- Approval of January 18, 2024 and April 11, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on June 27, 2024, to consider an expansion of an existing conditional use for a property at 1308 Coastal Highway, submitted by Nalu, LLC. The commission will also discuss potential changes to green space requirements and downspout/runoff water rules, as recommended by the Charter & Code Review Committee, and may develop recommendations for the Town Council.
- Public hearing on proposed expansion of conditional use at 1308 Coastal Highway (map 23.06 parcel 20.00, RB-2 district), submitted by Regan Derrickson of Nalu, LLC
- Discussion on potential changes to green space requirements
- Discussion on potential changes to downspout and runoff water requirements
- Public testimony opportunity for interested parties
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council meets June 21, 2024, to review financial statements and vote on several action items, including combining investment and budget committees, amending a rezoning effective date for 24 Houston Street, and requesting reviews on green space and runoff rules. The workshop will discuss charter changes on voting rights, budget authority, penalties, debt limits, and lodging taxes. Public comments are limited to non-agenda items.
- Vote to combine Investment and Budget & Finance Committees into one Finance Committee
- Vote to amend Ordinance 836 on effective date for rezoning at 24 Houston Street
- Request Planning & Zoning review of green space and downspout/runoff requirements
- Discuss building permit administrative process and fees
- Workshop: charter items on voting rights for LLCs, penalty increase to $3,000, debt limit above $3,000,000, lodging tax rates
Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will consider recommending three code changes to the Town Council: verifying professional licenses for contractors seeking town business licenses, amending rules on downspout placement and runoff water control, and amending green space requirements. The committee may vote on these recommendations during the meeting, which also includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend a verification process for professional licenses of contractors applying for town business licenses
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend amendments to town code on downspout placement and runoff water control
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend amendments to town code on green space requirements
- Approval of April 10, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold its monthly meeting, discussing and possibly voting on several items including a proposed expansion of a conditional use at 1308 Coastal Highway, financial reports, fund allocations, and code amendments. The agenda includes potential votes on building permit thresholds, marijuana possession limits, and a reappointment to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
- Proposed expansion of existing Conditional Use at 1308 Coastal Highway (Nalu, LLC) referred to Planning Commission
- Review of March and April financials
- Possible vote to allocate unassigned funds to self-committed funds
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 71-4 on building permit cost threshold
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 80 on personal use quantity of marijuana
Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on recommending a new town event to the Town Council. They will also review updates on the Dewey in Bloom program and take public comments. The meeting includes routine items like approving the prior meeting's minutes.
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend a new town event to Town Council
- Dewey in Bloom updates
- Public comments
- Approval of April 2, 2024 meeting minutes
Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar
The Town of Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee is holding an organizational meeting to set its priorities, schedule, and focus areas. The committee will discuss public awareness, impacts on property owners, potential regulation and policy changes, grants, and available resources from groups like RASCL, FEMA, and the State of Delaware.
- Review overall objectives, priorities, and time frame for recommendations
- Discuss focus areas: public awareness, property owner impact, town considerations
- Review resources from RASCL, FEMA, State of Delaware, and other groups
- Work with Charter and Code Review Committee on FEMA building permit requirements in flood zones
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council is holding a public hearing on April 12, 2024, to consider an ordinance that would rezone tax map parcel 334-20.14-205.00 at 24 Houston Street from Resort Business-2 (RB-2) to Resort Residential (RR), and amend the comprehensive map accordingly. The matter was referred by the Planning & Zoning Commission. Residents may attend in person, via Zoom, or watch the livestream and offer testimony.
- Rezoning of 24 Houston Street from RB-2 to RR
- Amendment to comprehensive map
- Public hearing at Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave
- Livestream on YouTube and Zoom participation available
Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss and possibly vote on three recommendations to Town Council: verifying professional licenses for contractors seeking business licenses, amending Chapter 71 on building permit requirements for repairs, and changing swimming pool setback requirements. The meeting also includes public comment, approval of February 21 minutes, and is open via Zoom and YouTube.
- Possible recommendation to require verification of professional licenses for contractors applying for business licenses
- Possible recommendation to amend Chapter 71 on building permit requirements for residential/commercial repairs
- Possible recommendation to amend swimming pool setback requirements
- Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar
The Board of Adjustment will discuss and possibly vote on three variance requests regarding a third-floor addition and deck at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11. These requests involve extending structures into the side yard and front yard setbacks.
- Variance for a third-floor addition to extend 2 feet 2 inches into the 8-foot side yard setback at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11
- Variance for a third-floor addition to extend 18 feet 7 inches into the 22-foot front yard setback at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11
- Variance for a second and third story deck to extend 4 feet into the 8-foot side yard setback at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11
Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Dewey in Bloom program and ways to encourage more volunteers, as well as town fundraiser ideas and progress. The agenda includes routine items like adopting the agenda and approving prior meeting minutes, plus a public comment period.
- Discuss Dewey in Bloom updates and volunteer recruitment
- Discuss town fundraiser ideas and progress
- Public comments
- Approval of January 30, 2024 meeting minutes
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council holds a public hearing and meeting on March 15, 2024, to consider three temporary premise expansions for the Starboard (2009 Highway One) for specific events, and two ordinance amendments recommended by the Planning & Zoning Commission. The ordinances would amend municipal code chapters on smoke detectors and accessory buildings/structures. Public testimony is invited.
- Temporary expansion for Starboard Opening Weekend, March 15-17, 2024
- Temporary expansion for Running of the Bull, June 29, 2024
- Temporary expansion for Dewey Goes Pink, October 5, 2024
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 185-21 on smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Ordinance to amend Chapter 185-51 on accessory buildings and impervious surface requirements
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on March 1, 2024, to consider rezoning tax parcel 334-20.14-205.00 at 24 Houston Street from Resort Business-2 (RB-2) to Resort Residential (RR), along with a proposed ordinance to amend the comprehensive map. The commission will also discuss a potential increase in town freeboard requirements, as recommended by the Climate Change Committee, and develop recommendations for the Town Council. Public testimony is invited.
- Rezoning of 24 Houston Street from RB-2 to RR
- Ordinance to amend comprehensive map for the rezoning
- Discussion of increased freeboard requirements
- Recommendations to Town Council on code amendments
Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on February 21, 2024, to consider five variance requests. Two properties are involved: 2000 Bayard Ave and 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11. The requests seek to allow second- and third-floor additions and a deck to encroach into required front and side yard setbacks. The board will decide whether to grant these variances.
- Variance for second-floor addition extending 8 ft 11 in into 22-ft front setback at 2000 Bayard Ave
- Variance for third-floor addition extending 4 ft into 22-ft front setback at 2000 Bayard Ave
- Variance for third-floor addition extending 2 ft 2 in into 8-ft side setback at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11
- Variance for third-floor addition extending 18 ft 7 in into 22-ft front setback at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11
- Variance for second and third story deck extending 4 ft into 8-ft side setback at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11
Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommending several Town Code amendments to the Town Commissioners. Topics include building permit requirements for repairs, tree replacement and penalties, contractor license verification, and pool setbacks. The meeting is open to the public in person, via Zoom, or on YouTube.
- Amendments to Chapter 71 on building permit requirements for residential/commercial repairs
- Amendments to Chapter 173-6 on trees, including replacement language and increased penalties for removal without a permit
- Verification process for professional licenses of contractors applying for a town business license
- Amendments to Chapter 185 on pool setbacks
- Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing and meeting on February 17, 2024, to consider two ordinance amendments: one updating smoke and carbon monoxide detector requirements (Chapter 185-21) and another revising impervious surface requirements for accessory buildings (Chapter 185-51). Residents may attend in person, via Zoom, or watch on YouTube and offer testimony.
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 185-21 (smoke detectors) regarding smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
- Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 185-51 (accessory buildings and structures) regarding impervious surface requirements
- Meeting held at Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave, Dewey Beach, DE 19971
- Livestream on YouTube and Zoom participation available (Meeting ID 608 759 4237)
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold its monthly meeting, where it will discuss and possibly vote on the FY25 Town Budget, several ordinances to increase license, parking violation, parking permit, and parking meter fees, and other items. The agenda also includes presentations from DelDOT and the Center for the Inland Bays, as well as discussions on charter amendments and beach dog rules.
- Ordinance to amend §117-13 to increase license fees
- Ordinance to amend §1-13 to increase parking violation fees
- Ordinance to amend §93-5 and §158-9 to increase parking permit and meter fees
- Vote on FY25 Town Budget
- Vote on Dewey in Bloom project
Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Infrastructure Committee is meeting to discuss current town projects, review the Read Ave flood mitigation project, and consider recommending flood mitigation measures for Jersey St. to the Town Commissioners. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.
- Update on current town projects by Town Manager Bill Zolper
- Status review of Read Ave flood mitigation project
- Discussion and possible vote on recommending flood mitigation for Jersey St.
- Approval of November 8, 2023 meeting minutes
Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on recommending a Dewey in Bloom beautification project to the Town Commissioners. The agenda also includes approval of the November 7, 2023 meeting minutes and public comments.
- Discuss and possibly vote to recommend Dewey in Bloom project to Town Commissioners
- Approval of November 7, 2023 Marketing Committee meeting minutes
- Public comments
Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on January 29, 2024, to consider multiple variance requests and time extensions for properties in the town. The requests involve modifications to bulk zoning standards, setbacks, and an additional dwelling unit. Applicants must appear in person or by representation to advance their applications.
- Variance to add an additional residential unit at 24 Dickinson Ave (Dewey Villas Condo Association)
- Variance for second-floor addition extending 8 ft 11 in into front yard setback at 2000 Bayard Ave (Kevin and Jennifer Hartman)
- Variance for third-floor addition extending 4 ft into front yard setback at 2000 Bayard Ave (Kevin and Jennifer Hartman)
- Variance for third-floor addition extending 2 ft 2 in into side yard setback at 1 McKinley Ave, Unit 11 (Gary and Maisy Wootten)
- Time extensions for previously approved variances at 126 Bellevue St (Moore Blue Water LLC)
Town Council Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Town Council meets to vote on several items, including accepting a $2 million community benefit from US Wind over 20 years, referring a rezoning application for 24 Houston Street to the Planning Commission, and approving a code review proposal. They will also discuss ordinances on electronic smoking devices and Board of Adjustment fees, review December 2023 financials, and hold a workshop on the FY 2025 draft budget.
- Vote on $2,000,000 community benefit from US Wind over 20 years
- Rezoning of 24 Houston Street from RB-2 to RR
- Proposal from General Code for editorial and legal review of town code
- Ordinance to add 'electronic smoking device' to definitions and revise 'smoking'
- Ordinance to increase Board of Adjustment application fee
Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar
The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommending amendments to six sections of the Town Charter, covering elections, town manager duties, audits, police, aldermen, and gambling. They will also consider a proposal from General Code for editorial and legal analysis of the Town Code, and amendments to Chapter 71 regarding building permit requirements for repairs.
- Possible charter amendments: Sections 10, 16, 17, 19, 20, 33
- Proposal from General Code for editorial/legal analysis of Town Code
- Amendments to Chapter 71 on building permits for residential/commercial repairs
- Approval of November 28, 2023 meeting minutes