Dewey Beach public meetings in 2025

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Town Council will discuss and possibly vote on an ordinance adjusting the beach assessment tax rate following the Sussex County property tax reassessment. They will also consider an ordinance defining maintenance activities and conditions where building permits are not required. A presentation on a Town Resiliency Plan related to climate change and flood risk is scheduled. The agenda was amended to remove a resolution on a police vehicle purchase, which will be discussed later.

• Draft ordinance to amend Chapter 167, Article II to adjust beach assessment tax rate after Sussex County reassessment
• Draft ordinance to define maintenance activities and specify conditions for no building permits or fees
• Presentation by Straughan Environmental and GMB Engineering on a Town Resiliency Plan for climate change and flood risk
• Review of November financial reports
• Discussion of Charter and Code Committee recommendations on minimum property maintenance standards

Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on December 17, 2025, to consider two variance requests. One request seeks a 4.8-inch encroachment into the front yard setback for a second-floor addition at 114 Bellevue Street. The other request involves adding a half story to a non-conforming townhome at 4 Seastrand Court, Unit 9, with party walls extending into the side yard setback.

• 114 Bellevue Street: variance for 4.8-inch front yard setback encroachment in RB District
• 4 Seastrand Court, Unit 9: variance for half-story addition with side yard setback encroachment in NR District
• Hearing at Dewey Beach LifeSaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave, with YouTube livestream and Zoom option
• Applicants must appear in person or by representation to advance applications

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing to discuss possible amendments to building height regulations (Chapter 185-46) and to consider new minimum tree requirements for new construction (Chapters 173 and 185). The tree canopy proposal aims to protect and enhance green space within town limits. Residents may attend in person or via Zoom and offer testimony.

• Discuss possible amendments to Chapter 185-46 on building height regulations
• Discuss possible amendments to Chapter 173 and related provisions of Chapter 185 to establish minimum tree requirements for new construction
• Public hearing with opportunity for testimony
• Meeting livestreamed on YouTube and accessible via Zoom

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee and Town Council will hold a workshop to review revenue and expenditure trends, discuss existing license and fee structures, brainstorm new revenue sources, and examine a 5-year budget projection for potential revenue gaps. Public comment is welcome on each agenda item.

• Review and discuss revenue and expenditure trends
• Review and discuss existing revenue, including license and fee structures
• Brainstorm and discuss new potential revenue sources
• Strategic look and discussion of 5-year budget projection to assess magnitude, timing and risk of potential revenue gaps

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will discuss and possibly vote on several initiatives, including Town Hall fundraising activities (dog-focused campaign and donor wall), the Neighbor Network communication project, strategies to increase Code Red alert system registrations, planning for University of Delaware Alumni Week, creation of renter welcome packets, and coordination with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee. The meeting also includes introduction of a new committee member and appointment of a committee secretary.

• Discuss and possibly vote on Town Hall fundraising: dog-focused campaign for engraved brick and donor wall
• Discuss and possibly vote on implementation and promotion of the Neighbor Network communication project
• Discuss and possibly vote on strategies to increase public awareness of the Code Red alert system
• Discuss and possibly vote on creation and dissemination of welcome packets for renters
• Discuss and possibly vote on coordination with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold its monthly meeting on November 21, 2025. Key items include discussing possible amendments to the beach assessment tax rate following the county property tax reassessment, reviewing new building permit requirements for maintenance projects, and discussing fundraising for the new Town Hall & Public Safety Building. The council will also consider appointments to the Marketing and Audit Committees and review October financial reports.

• Discuss possible amendments to Chapter 167, Article II to adjust the beach assessment tax rate following Sussex County property tax reassessment
• Discuss and possibly vote on new threshold building permit requirements for maintenance projects, enforcement provisions, and penalties
• Discuss fundraising efforts for the new Town Hall & Public Safety Building
• Discuss status of Resiliency and Sustainability Committee's town resiliency plan related to climate change and flooding risks
• Discuss and possibly vote on a Resolution to approve the amended General Fund Balance Policy

Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss potential town code additions on minimum property condition and exterior compliance standards, and may vote on recommending amendments to Chapter 71 regarding building permit requirements for residential and commercial repairs. Public comment will be taken on each item before any vote.

• Discussion of minimum standards for property condition and exterior compliance
• Possible vote on recommendations to Town Council for property standards code
• Discussion of Chapter 71 amendments on building permit requirements for repairs
• Possible vote on recommending Chapter 71 amendments to Town Council

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Resiliency and Sustainability Committee will discuss and possibly vote on the Town Resiliency Plan, including drafting a scope of work, interviewing consultants, and obtaining cost estimates. Other items include strategies for businesses to address climate change, possible expansion of the Beach Replenishment Fund, real estate disclosures, storm reconstruction measures, and tourist education on climate impacts. Several items were tabled from the previous meeting.

• Discussion and possible vote on Town Resiliency Plan, including consultant selection and cost estimates
• Possible vote to recommend strategies for businesses to address climate change issues
• Discussion and possible vote on expanding permitted uses for the Beach Replenishment Fund
• Discussion and possible vote to draft an ordinance on Storm Reconstruction Measures
• Discussion of real estate disclosures for property owners and public education

Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on two variance requests. One seeks to allow an egress stairway to extend into a side yard setback at 112 St. Louis St. The other seeks variances for impervious material and enclosed garages at 1601 Coastal Hwy.

• Variance request for 112 St. Louis St to permit egress stairway extending 37 inches into 8-foot side yard setback
• Variance request for 1601 Coastal Hwy to permit impervious material for driveway and parking area
• Variance request for 1601 Coastal Hwy to permit four enclosed residential garages on first floor of mixed-use structure

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will discuss its new focus and goals approved by Town Council on September 26, 2025, and vote on proposed activities including fundraising for the new Town Hall & Public Safety building, holiday projects, business outreach, a Neighbor Network, and sustainability education. The committee may also appoint a secretary and choose topics for the upcoming town newsletter.

• Presentation and discussion of new committee focus and goals approved by Town Council on September 26, 2025
• Discuss and possibly vote to appoint a committee secretary
• Fundraising support for the new Town Hall & Public Safety building
• Development and promotion of a “Neighbor Network” communication system
• Community outreach and education for Resiliency & Sustainability Committee initiatives

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will review and discuss the town's fund policy, including the Rainy Day Fund and Unassigned Fund, and may vote on recommendations to forward to Town Council. They will also review Brown Advisory investment reports and monthly financial reports, and discuss plans for the December 8 Finance Workshop.

• Review of Town Fund Policy including Rainy Day Fund and Unassigned Fund
• Review of Brown Advisory investment reports with possible changes per Investment Policy
• Review of monthly financial reports with possible recommendations to Town Council
• Discussion of plans for December 8, 2025 Finance Workshop

Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss potential additions to town code regarding property maintenance and upkeep, and consider amendments to Chapter 71 on building permit requirements for residential and commercial repairs. The committee may vote on recommendations to the Town Council.

• Discussion of potential topics for town code on property maintenance and upkeep
• Possible vote on recommendations to Town Council regarding property maintenance code
• Discussion and possible vote on amendments to Chapter 71 (building permit requirements for repairs)

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will discuss and possibly vote on several financial and policy items, including a $160,000 transfer from the Town Hall Capital Improvement fund to general capital improvements for 2026-2027, renewal of the auditing contract with Mitchell Titus, and appointments to the Marketing Committee. They will also review September financial reports, 2025 beach patrol statistics, and discuss bonfire safety procedures and the results of a beach canopy poll related to Ordinance 848-2024.

• Discuss and possibly vote on Resolution to transfer $160,000 from Town Hall Capital Improvement fund to general capital improvements for 2026-2027 expenditures
• Discuss and possibly vote on Resolution to renew contract with auditing firm Mitchell Titus
• Discuss and possibly vote to appoint Susan Macey, Lily Gosnear, and Rick Schwitzer to the Marketing Committee
• Review 2025 Dewey Beach Patrol Statistics report
• Discuss progress of Ordinance 848-2024 on beach canopy use and results of Beach Canopy Poll

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold its monthly meeting, including the swearing-in of three newly elected commissioners and votes to appoint the mayor and council secretary. The council will also discuss and possibly vote on the FY2025 audit, August financials, two fundraising projects for the new Town Hall & Public Safety building, an ordinance repealing Chapter 53 (Alarms), and other items. Public comment will be taken for each agenda item.

• Swearing in of three newly-elected commissioners for two-year terms
• Vote to appoint Town Mayor and Council Secretary for one-year terms
• Discussion and possible vote on FY2025 audit
• Discussion and possible vote on two fundraising projects for new Town Hall & Public Safety building
• Ordinance to repeal Chapter 53 (Alarms) and recodify false alarm provisions as civil offense

Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommending amendments to Chapter 71 of the municipal code regarding building permit requirements for residential or commercial property repairs. They will also discuss potential topics for town code related to property maintenance and upkeep, and may vote on recommendations to the Town Council.

• Possible vote on Chapter 71 amendments for building permit requirements on repairs
• Discussion of property maintenance and upkeep code topics
• Public comment on each agenda item before votes

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Resiliency and Sustainability Committee will discuss and possibly vote on next steps for a town resiliency plan, including follow-up on a Town Council vote and potential consulting companies. Several items tabled from the previous meeting may be revisited, such as business climate strategies, beach replenishment fund uses, real estate disclosures, storm reconstruction measures, and the Tapestry Project. The committee will also discuss renaming the Climate Change Committee and tourist education on climate impacts.

• Discuss and possible vote on next steps for a town resiliency plan, including consulting companies
• Discuss status of Town Council vote on renaming Climate Change Committee to Resiliency and Sustainability Committee
• Discuss local businesses’ approaches to climate change and possible recommendation to Town Council
• Discuss possible expansion of permitted uses of Beach Replenishment Fund
• Discuss and possibly vote to draft an Ordinance regarding Storm Reconstruction Measures

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will discuss and vote on several items including flood mitigation projects on Read Avenue, Saulsbury Street, Bayard Avenue, and Dickinson Avenue Bayside, a proposed ordinance to repeal the municipal alarm code, and reappointments to the Board of Elections and election officials. The council will also consider a charitable fundraising plan for a new Town Hall, a business partnership event application, and a request to rename the Climate Change Committee.

• Resolution to approve a Pump Station Project on Read Avenue
• Resolution to approve a flood mitigation project on Saulsbury Street and Bayard Avenue
• Resolution to approve a flood mitigation project on Dickinson Avenue Bayside
• Ordinance to repeal Chapter 53 – Alarms and recodify false alarm provisions as a civil offense
• Charitable fundraising plan to raise funds for new Town Hall to reduce long-term debt

Audit Committee Meeting Calendar

The Audit Committee will meet to review the draft audit and may vote to recommend its acceptance to the Town Council. Public comment will be taken on each agenda item.

• Presentation of Draft Audit
• Discussion and possible vote to recommend acceptance of the Draft Audit to the Town Council

Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar

The Infrastructure Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommending three flood mitigation projects to the Town Council: the Read Avenue Pump Station Project with a $1 million federal grant, a flood mitigation project on the second block of Saulsbury Street and Bayard Avenue, and a project on Dickinson Avenue bayside at the circle. An update on the Van Dyke Bayside Project will also be presented.

• Read Avenue Pump Station Project with US Army Corps of Engineers and $1M federal grant (25% co-share)
• Flood mitigation project on second block of Saulsbury Street and Bayard Avenue (Beacon Engineering presentation)
• Flood mitigation project on Dickinson Avenue bayside at the circle (Beacon Engineering presentation)
• Update on Van Dyke Bayside Project (JMT Engineering presentation)

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will meet to review Brown Advisory investment reports and possibly vote on portfolio changes. They will also discuss monthly financial reports and the schedule for the FY 2027 budgeting process.

• Review of Brown Advisory reports and possible vote on investment portfolio changes
• Review and discussion of monthly financial reports
• Discussion of schedule for FY 2027 budgeting process

Audit Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Audit Committee will meet to review the draft audit and possibly vote to recommend its acceptance to the Town Council. The meeting includes public comment on each agenda item.

• Presentation of Draft Audit
• Discussion and possible vote to recommend acceptance of Draft Audit to Town Council

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will discuss and possibly vote on next steps for a town resiliency plan, including drafting a scope of work, interviewing consultants, and seeking funding. Other items include recommending climate strategies for businesses, expanding the Beach Replenishment Fund, and drafting an ordinance on storm reconstruction measures.

• Discuss and vote on next steps for a town resiliency plan, including consultant interviews and cost estimates
• Possible vote to recommend business climate-change strategies to Town Council
• Discuss expanding permitted uses of the Beach Replenishment Fund
• Discuss and possibly vote to draft an ordinance on Storm Reconstruction Measures
• Discuss and possibly vote to recommend renaming the Climate Change Committee

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a monthly meeting and public hearing on July 18, 2025. The council will discuss and possibly vote on six ordinance amendments covering snow removal, business license violations, holiday construction limits, disorderly dwellings, noise penalties, and minor curfew. A committee appointment and review of June financial reports are also on the agenda.

• Discuss and possibly vote on an Ordinance to amend Chapter 138 regarding snow removal from sidewalks
• Discuss and possibly vote on an Ordinance to amend §117-12 regarding violations for failure to acquire a business license
• Discuss and possibly vote on an Ordinance to amend §71-7 regarding limitations for construction performed on holidays
• Discuss and possibly vote on an Ordinance to amend §85-1301A to revise procedures and penalties for disorderly dwellings
• Discuss and possibly vote on an Ordinance to amend §85-1321A(D) to revise procedures, exceptions, and penalties for minor curfew violations

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Climate Change Committee will discuss next steps for a town resiliency plan, including drafting a scope of work and interviewing consultants. Members may also vote on drafting an ordinance for storm reconstruction measures and on recommendations to Town Council regarding the Beach Replenishment Fund, real estate disclosures, and tourist education. The committee may vote to recommend changing its own name.

• Discuss next steps for town resiliency plan: scope of work, consultant interviews, cost estimates, funding sources
• Discuss and possibly vote to draft an Ordinance regarding Storm Reconstruction Measures
• Discuss purpose and possible expansion of permitted uses of Beach Replenishment Fund
• Discuss real estate disclosures for property owners and public education
• Discuss and possibly vote to recommend changing the name of the Climate Change Committee

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a public hearing and monthly meeting on June 20, 2025. The main item is a proposed ordinance to amend chapters 185-59 and 185-60 of the municipal code regarding non-conforming structures, as referred by the Planning & Zoning Commission. The meeting will be held at the Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station and livestreamed on YouTube with Zoom participation available.

• Public hearing on proposed ordinance to amend Chapters 185-59 and 185-60 regarding non-conforming structures

Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on June 4, 2025, to consider a variance request from Chapter 185-60(B) of the town code. The applicants seek to add a half story to two non-conforming townhomes with party walls extending into the required 8-foot side yard setback at 2 Seastrand Court, Units 1 and 2.

• Variance request to add a half story to two townhomes at 2 Seastrand Court, Units 1 and 2
• Properties are in the Neighborhood Residential Zoning District (NR)
• Applicants: Kerry Muldoon and Terri Ryan, co-owners
• Public hearing at Dewey Beach LifeSaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave, with livestream and Zoom option

Charter & Code Review Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Charter & Code Review Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommendations to Town Council regarding three code amendments: tree removal and replacement rules, building height regulations, and adoption of the International Property Maintenance Code. Public comment will be taken on each item before any vote.

• Discuss possible amendments to Chapter 173 on tree removal and replacement
• Discuss possible amendments to Chapter 185-46 on building height regulations
• Discuss applying the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) to municipal code

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will discuss next steps for a town resiliency plan, including drafting a scope of work, interviewing consultants, and seeking funding. They may also vote on recommendations for storm reconstruction measures, business climate strategies, and real estate disclosures. The meeting is open to the public and will be livestreamed.

• Discussion and possible vote on drafting an ordinance for Storm Reconstruction Measures
• Discussion of Beach Replenishment Fund permitted uses and possible expansion
• Discussion of real estate disclosures and education for property owners
• Discussion of local businesses' climate change approaches and possible recommendations
• Discussion of tourist education on climate change, flooding, and environmental impacts

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance for a conditional use to operate a parking lot at 136 Dagsworthy Ave. The property is in the RB-3 zoning district. Residents may attend and offer testimony.

• Public hearing on conditional use for parking lot at 136 Dagsworthy Ave (RB-3 zone)

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance for a conditional use to operate a parking lot at 136 Dagsworthy Ave. The Commission will also review and possibly vote on recommended changes to code sections on non-conforming structures and food truck regulations, as referred by the Town Council.

• Public hearing on conditional use for a parking lot at 136 Dagsworthy Ave (parcel 334-20.18 parcel 58.00, RB-3 zoning)
• Review of discrepancies in Chapter 185-59 and 185-60 regarding non-conforming structures
• Review of regulations for food truck operations within town limits
• Possible vote to recommend code changes to Town Council on both non-conforming structures and food trucks

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will discuss and possibly vote on transferring operating funds from Brown Advisory, review recent investment reports, and discuss monthly financial reports. The meeting includes public comments and approval of prior minutes.

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a public hearing on April 25, 2025, to consider several requests: a temporary expansion for Northbeach's summer events, an amendment to Grotto Pizza's conditional use to extend operating hours, and two new conditional use applications for package stores at the Dewey Beach Yacht Club and Rehoboth Bay Marina. Interested parties may attend in person, via Zoom, or watch on YouTube.

• Temporary expansion for Northbeach (125 McKinley Ave) for Summer Kick-Off Barbecue Party and Back to Summer Brunch, May 24-25, 2025
• Amendment to Grotto Pizza (1509 Coastal Highway) to expand operating hours
• Conditional use for package store at Dewey Beach Yacht Club (136 Rodney Ave)
• Conditional use for package store at Rehoboth Bay Marina (109 Collins Ave)

Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request to add a half story to a non-conforming townhome at 4 Seastrand Court, Unit 19. The property is in the Neighborhood Residential Zoning District, and the variance is needed because the addition would extend into the 8-foot side yard setback. The applicant is co-owner Robert Mills.

• Variance from Chapter 185-60(B) for half-story addition to non-conforming townhome
• Property located at 4 Seastrand Court, Unit 19 (map 334 parcel 20.10-28.00 unit 2421)
• Applicant: Robert Mills, co-owner
• Public hearing scheduled for April 2, 2025 at 6:00pm
• Meeting held at Dewey Beach LifeSaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Town Council will hold a public hearing on an application by Emily McCauley for the Atlantic Oceanside Hotel at 1710 Coastal Highway to temporarily expand its premises for the Bike to the Beach event on June 20, 2025. Interested parties may attend and offer testimony. The meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube and accessible via Zoom.

• Public hearing on temporary expansion of premise for Atlantic Oceanside Hotel, 1710 Coastal Highway, for Bike to the Beach event on June 20, 2025

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will discuss and possibly vote on several action items, including recommending the establishment of a Resiliency Fund, hiring a consulting group to prepare a resiliency plan, and creating an ordinance on storm reconstruction measures. The committee will also elect a new Secretary and discuss real estate disclosure education for property owners.

• Vote on recommending a Resiliency Fund for the Town
• Vote on hiring a consulting group for a resiliency plan
• Discussion and possible vote on an ordinance for Storm Reconstruction Measures
• Election of a new Committee Secretary
• Discussion on real estate disclosure/education for property owners

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will review the current Investment Policy Implementation Plan and discuss transferring operating funds from Brown Advisory. They will also discuss the annual budget development process for FY 2027 and may vote to recommend changes to the Town Council.

• Review of Investment Policy Implementation Plan and possible vote on changes
• Discussion and possible vote on transferring operating funds from Brown Advisory
• Discussion of FY 2027 annual budget development process and possible recommendations

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold public hearings on February 21, 2025, to consider three temporary expansion requests from Steve Montgomery for the Starboard at 2009 Highway One, and to discuss funding for flood mitigation projects on Jersey Street and Van Dyke Avenue. The council will also hear proposed ordinance amendments to Chapter 101 (Flood Damage Reduction) and Chapter 185 Table 3 regarding freeboard height and dry floodproofing requirements.

• Public hearing on temporary expansion for Starboard Opening Weekend, March 14–16, 2025
• Public hearing on temporary expansion for Running of the Bull, June 28, 2025
• Public hearing on temporary expansion for Dewey Goes Pink, October 3-4, 2025
• Resolution to fund flood mitigation project for Jersey Street
• Resolution to fund flood mitigation project for Van Dyke Avenue

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee meets to review financial reports from Brown Advisory, discuss the FY2026 draft budget, and consider recommending changes to the Town Council. The committee may also vote on transferring operating funds from Brown Advisory. Public comments are accepted at the start of the meeting.

• Presentation of Brown Advisory financial reports
• Discussion and possible vote on FY2026 draft budget recommendation to Town Council
• Review of Investment Policy Implementation Plan with possible changes recommended
• Possible vote to recommend transfer of operating funds from Brown Advisory

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Town Council will hold a special meeting to discuss the draft FY 2026 budget and consider optional features and funding for the new Town Hall & Police Station. Public comment will be taken on each agenda item before any vote.

• Discuss draft FY 2026 budget
• Discuss and possibly vote on optional features in construction plan for new Town Hall & Police Station
• Discuss and possibly vote on funding plan for new Town Hall & Police Station

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings on draft ordinances. One would let flood-zone property owners add one foot of freeboard with a corresponding one-foot increase in maximum building height. The other would amend requirements for dry floodproofing of nonresidential structures.

• Public hearing on draft ordinance to amend Chapters 101 and 185 to allow one extra foot of freeboard and one foot of building height in flood zones
• Public hearing on draft ordinance to amend Chapter 101 regarding dry floodproofing requirements for nonresidential structures

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will discuss and possibly vote on approving a bid for the new Town Hall and Police Station project. Other items include reviewing December 2024 financials, appointing a committee member, and amending ordinances on mailbox standards and infrastructure account caps.

• Discuss and possibly vote to approve a bid submission for the construction of the new Town Hall and Police Station project
• Discuss and possibly vote on an Ordinance to amend Chapter 1 and add Chapter 120 defining mailbox assembly standards
• Discuss and possibly vote on an Ordinance to amend Chapter 93 establishing a cap for the town infrastructure account equal to three years of projected spending
• Discuss the concept of allocating interest on the beach fund to general operations
• Review December 2024 financials

Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Infrastructure Committee meets to hear a presentation from the Army Corps of Engineers on the Read Street flood mitigation project. The committee will also discuss and possibly vote on recommendations to Town Council for flood mitigation projects on Van Dyke Avenue bayside and Jersey Street. Public comment is permitted on each agenda item before any vote.

• Presentation by Army Corps of Engineers on Read Street flood mitigation project
• Possible vote on recommendation for Van Dyke Avenue bayside flood mitigation project
• Possible vote on recommendation for Jersey Street flood mitigation project

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a workshop to review and discuss the draft FY2026 budget. Staff will present departmental needs, and commissioners will discuss financial policies, expenditures, and revenue streams. Public comments will be taken at the start of the meeting.

• Review and discuss draft FY2026 budget
• Presentations by town staff on departmental needs
• Discussion of financial policies, expenditures, and revenue streams

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Climate Change Committee will discuss and possibly vote on recommendations to the Town Council, including a public education campaign for property owners, creation of a town resiliency fund, real estate flood disclosure, and an ordinance on storm reconstruction. The meeting is open to the public and livestreamed.

• Discussion of a resiliency fund for the town
• Possible vote to recommend a public education packet for property owners
• Possible vote to recommend real estate flood disclosure/education
• Possible vote to recommend an ordinance on storm reconstruction measures
• Review of committee actions taken with Town Council

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on an ordinance that would allow property owners in flood zones to add one foot of freeboard, with a corresponding one-foot increase in maximum building height, as a voluntary flood protection measure. The meeting will be held at the Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station and livestreamed on YouTube with Zoom participation available.

• Public hearing on ordinance to allow one additional foot of freeboard in flood zones with a one-foot increase in maximum building height
• Meeting location: Dewey Beach Lifesaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave
• Livestream on YouTube and Zoom participation available (Meeting ID 608 759 4237)