Ellendale elects three new council members

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In an election that sometimes became heated, the Town of Ellendale elected three new council members on Saturday, January 6. Of the seven candidates, three incumbents were defeated. William Clay Walton received the most votes at 61 with Thomas Panas earning 55 votes. The third candidate elected, Joseph Beck, received 42 votes. The only other non-incumbent running, Aaron Moore, received …

Independence Commons deed restrictions on signs adjusted

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At a recent meeting, Milford City Council agreed to adjust deed restrictions related to signage for lots purchased in Independence Commons. The change was based on a request from the Food Bank of Delaware who are building a new facility in the business park. “Recently, we have been working on our Comprehensive Signage Plan application and it has bene determined …

Trash issues discussed at council meeting

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At a recent meeting, Public Works Director Mike Svaby was questioned by council about continued complaints from constituents about trash and recycling issues throughout Milford. According to Councilman Todd Culotta, he has gotten multiple complaints about missed trash pickups. “The trash pickup this week has been substandard. We have a bunch of cans still out on South Walnut Street for …

Council approves Vision Zero program

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Milford City Council recently approved a resolution that would include the city in a national Vision Zero program. The main goal of the program is to focus on safety, especially for pedestrians and cyclists, on roadways. The resolution established a goal of January 1, 2030 to meet zero injuries and deaths in the city. “The main aspects of the Vision …

Council approves Downtown Streetscape plan

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Milford City Council voted to approve a Downtown Streetscape plan that was presented at the June 12 meeting. The request was tabled so council could hear more public comment about changes proposed to South Walnut Street, Denney Row, Park Place and Southwest Second Street. The plan was approved as designed except for a suggestion that Southwest Second Street be returned …

Delaware state budget tops $1.5 billion

City budget hearings reveal proposed tax increase

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Over three nights, Milford City Council held budget hearings, gaining an understanding of the 23-24 budget from various department heads as well as City Manager Mark Whitfield and Finance Director Lou Vitola. Council was presented with a balanced budget totaling over $59 million. The budget includes a 9 percent tax increase, some of which is due to debt service related …

Mayor Campbell Announces Initiative to Bring Affordable Home Internet to 524 of Milford’s Unconnected Households

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Mayor Archie Campbell, in partnership with Governor Carney, has announced a new initiative to close the digital divide in Delaware. The new initiative aims to build awareness about the $14 billion Affordable Connectivity Program, a long-term federal benefit that will help to lower the cost of broadband service and help low-income families to afford home internet service. The Affordable Connectivity …

Public reviews Milford streetscape plans

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Recently, the City of Milford held a public workshop where they presented plans for upgraded streetscapes in Milford. The public was able to review designs and provide feedback to city staff regarding changes they would like to see in the plan. “The concept plan was prepared for several streets that were identified in the Rivertown Rebirth 2025 as needing streetscape …

Council reviews SE Transportation Improvement District plan

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At a recent meeting, Milford City Council reviewed proposed Transportation Improvement District (TID) plans provided by the Delaware Department of Transportation. The plan reviewed intersections in an area of Milford that was less than nine miles square but included 35 total intersections and 26 committed developments. The plan looks at road changes to accommodate growth through the year 2045. It …