In the wake of an uptick in reports of financial exploitation of seniors, Attorney General Kathy Jennings and the Delaware DOJ’s Investor Protection Unit (“IPU”) is cautioning seniors to be vigilant for scams. Delaware law requires banks, credit unions, and certain other financial institutions to report suspected exploitation of a senior or vulnerable adult to the IPU. Recent reports involve …
The City of Milford Parks & Recreation Department has been working with City contractors all summer on the new Memorial Park upgrades and, unfortunately, have run into some construction delays. During construction of the playground, additional drainage has been recommended along the back of the playground as well as building a small retaining wall to the rear of the climbing …
Recently, social media sites have had multiple comments about an increase in City of Milford property taxes. Some residents claim their city taxes are now three times higher than their county taxes. In an effort to be transparent, Mayor Archie Campbell asked City Finance Director, Lou Vitola, to explain what the increase included. “What I instantly thought Mayor when you …
At a recent workshop, Sonia Marichic-Goudy, Associate Vice-President of Century Engineering, presented potential changes to South Walnut Street between McCoy Street and Maple Avenue designed to slow traffic and add pedestrian/bicycle lanes. The project was presented to the public at two different public information sessions. On Monday, August 28, the plan was presented to council and opened up for public …
At a recent meeting, Milford City Council adopted a strategic plan that is designed to guide activities for the next five years. For the past year, the city has been working with the Biden School of Public Policy and Administration through the University of Delaware to create an updated plan with input from council and the community. “The years worth …
The Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control has issued a temporary emergency variance for air quality to allow for the construction and operation of a rental boiler at Perdue Foods, LLC’s Milford poultry processing facility until a temporary permit can be issued following a public notice to appear Sunday, Sept. 3. On Sunday, Aug. 27, plant managers at Perdue …
When he and a group of investors purchased the former Carlisle Fire Company on Church Street, Dan Bond explained that there was an intention to give the city a strip of a land along the Mispillion River in order to make the Riverwalk contiguous in that area. At the time, Bond was very open about the fact that a concrete …
At a recent meeting, Milford City Council authorized Brad Dennehy, Parks and Recreation Manager, authorization to move forward with converting 19 acres of land, known as the Sharp property, into a city park and trail system. The city purchased the land, located next to the former Rookery North, several years ago. “The idea is grounded in Outdoor Recreation, Parks and …
At a recent workshop, Milford City Council heard from Judson Malone, Executive Director of Springboard Collaborative, about a pallet village constructed in Georgetown designed to address the homeless issue. Springboard Collaborative works in partnership with other agencies, including First State Community Action and others to not only provide housing for those who are experiencing homelessness, but also help them reach …
Milford City Council will review a final concept plan of the South Walnut Street Traffic Calming and Bike/Pedestrian Improvement Project from Century Engineering at their monthly workshop on Wednesday, August 23. Public comments are not permitted at Council Workshops. Council will then vote on the plan after hearing public comments at the Monday, August 28 City Council Meeting. The public …
