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
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
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 …
City passes pedestrian ordinance
After much discussion about pedestrian safety, the City of Milford recently passed an ordinance that would prohibit a pedestrian to approach vehicles within 200 feet of a traffic signal unless that vehicle is legally parked at the curb on the shoulder. Pedestrians may also not be in the median unless they are crossing the highway at a crosswalk. Anyone who …
Ground broken for new playground and ball courts
The City of Milford broke ground on a new playground and pickleball courts on Saturday, March 4. The city received support for the project from local legislators as well as grant funding. “Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the country,” Brad Dennehy, Director of Public Works, said. “With these new courts, we will bring the number we …
City of Milford 2023 Election Cancelled
Notice is hereby given that the City of Milford Annual Election scheduled for April 22, 2023 has been canceled. Prior to the filing deadline of February 21, 2023 at 4:30 p.m., the following individuals submitted nominating petitions for the offices as indicated below: Ward 1 Council—Daniel Marabello Ward 2 Council—F. Todd Culotta Ward 3 Council—Nirmala Samaroo Ward 4 Council—Jason L. …
Masten Circle warehouse project approved
City Council approved a request to construct a flex-style storage and office building on East Masten Circle. The request also included a request to waive a requirement for bicycle parking in the warehouse development. The property was previously owned by Atlantic Storage. “This is a 2.39 acre property on the east side of Masten Circle which is limited industrial,” Eric …
City continues to grapple with homeless displacement
Just before the Christmas holiday, Milford Advocacy for the Homeless and the City of Milford learned that property on East Masten Circle was sold to a developer who planned to clear the land in early January. The land was the location of Tent City, a small homeless encampment with approximately 40 people living in tents on the property. Through the …
Public sees concept drawings to slow traffic on South Walnut Street
The City of Milford recently held a public workshop designed to present concepts for slowing traffic on South Walnut Street. The plans were created by Century Engineering and included a bike/pedestrian path. The path is part of the Bicycle Master Plan adopted by council in November 2021. This plan was also created by Century Engineering. A similar shared use path …
Sale of property leads to crisis for Milford homeless population
UPDATE 12/23/22 – Sara Bluhm of the City of Milford announced that, thanks to the efforts of Mayor Archie Campbell, any of the residents of Tent City who do not stay in a Code Purple shelter this evening will be housed at the City of Milford Public Works. Additional updates on this story will be provided after the holidays. …