Milford City Council will meet on Tuesday, November 12, a departure from their regular Monday schedule due to Veteran’s Day. On the agenda is the introduction of the new zoning code related to retail marijuana locations. Despite public comment at a previous meeting where the majority of those who spoke were in favor of allowing retail marijuana sales in the …
At a recent meeting, Milford City Council approved a five-year lease for the First State BMX track, located behind Milford High School. Although the track had been issued a five-year lease in the past, over the last few years, the lease had been year-to year. During the public comment portion of the meeting, Senator Dave Lawson asked council to consider …
Although there were many in the audience for a public hearing regarding a possible ordinance that could restrict placement of recreational marijuana facilities, only seven spoke out about their desires for the facilities. Of the seven only one was against recreational facilities in the town. “I want to make a couple comments before I turn it over to Solicitor Rutt, …
In an effort to improve communication during emergencies, the City of Milford has implemented a new system from RAVE technologies. The decision to use the new notification system was, in part, due to recent devastating hurricanes in other areas of the country. “The safety and well-being of our residents is a top priority,” City Manager Mark Whitfield said. “With the …
At a recent meeting, Milford City Council accepted responsibility for the public roads and utilities in the new Simpson Crossing development. This is for Phase IA that is now completed. “They have finished their topcoat within that phase, and they have finished the utility work, and they are ready to turn this first phase over,” City Engineer James Puddicombe said. …
At a recent meeting, the Milford City Council approved a streetscape concept plan created by KCI Technologies for Southwest Front Streeet, North Washington Street, Park Place and Denny Row. The plan is part of the Downtown Master Plan as well as the five year Capital Improvement Plan. “City council ultimately reviewed the final concept plans and approved them in June …
At a recent meeting, Milford City Council authorized Mayor Todd Culotta to enter into an agreement with the Delaware Drinking Water State Revolving Fund to proceed with the issuance of a zero percent loan in the amount of $2,789,800. The loan proceeds must be used for lead pipe remediation in underserved communities in Milford. At the end of the project, …
With four new members, Milford City Council was provided with information on the city’s code enforcement and rental inspection process. City planner Rob Pierce began the presentation by explaining what codes were used in enforcement. “For the code enforcement, we use Chapter 174 which adopts a standard called the International Property Maintenance Code which deals with both the interior and …
Milford City Council recently agreed to enter into an agreement with DelDOT for the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) project along Northeast Front Street. The project was included in the city’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). In addition to Northeast Front Street, projects are planned for Northwest Front Street and South Walnut Street. “Back in September 2022, we made an application for …
City Manager Mark Whitfield has informed the Milford City Council that he will not seek a renewal of his contract and will retire next May. “I originally came to the City of Milford to serve as Public Works Director. My plan at that time was to serve for five years, then retire,” Whitfield said. “That was eight years ago. Upon …
