Georgetown public meetings in 2024

Town Council

The council will hold a public hearing to overview the Community Development Block Grant program and discuss potential projects. After the hearing, council members will vote on four resolutions, including a federal fair housing law and a CDBG application. Additional items include adopting the 2025 holiday schedule and the 2025 council meeting schedule. An FY24 audit presentation will also be reviewed.

• Public hearing: overview of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program
• Resolution #2024-08: Federal Fair Housing Law
• Resolution #2024-09: CDBG Application
• Resolution #2024-10: 2025 Holiday Schedule
• Resolution #2024-11: 2025 Town Council Meeting Schedule

Town Council

The Town Council will approve a Public Works Agreement for Phase 2 of The Oaks at Georgetown and consider awarding a bid for pump station rehabilitation. The body will also hold second readings and consider adopting two ordinances that amend zoning designations for properties on 135-14.00-34.00 and 135-20.00-26.00.

• Public Works Agreement #2024-03 for The Oaks at Georgetown (Phase 2)
• Award recommendation for Pump Station Rehabilitation (GEO01-07)
• Ordinance #2024-10: Zoning change from HC to MR2 at 135-14.00-34.00
• Ordinance #2024-11: Zoning change from UR3 to ED at 135-20.00-26.00
• Circle Advisory Committee report on Georgetown Circle safety improvements

Circle Advisory Committee

The Georgetown Circle Advisory Committee will consider approval of the October 17, 2024 meeting minutes, review a draft recommendations report, and discuss scheduling a future meeting. No other items are listed.

• Approve October 17, 2024 minutes
• Review draft recommendations report
• Schedule next meeting (if needed)

Town Council

The Town Council will hold a first reading for two zoning amendments and a second reading for ordinances regarding pedestrian safety and residential rental properties. The body will also address appointments for a November 18 special election.

• Ordinance #2024-10: Zoning amendment from HC to MR2 for property 135-14.00-34.00
• Ordinance #2024-11: Zoning amendment from UR3 to ED for property 135-20.00-26.00
• Ordinance #2024-07: Pedestrian Safety (2nd reading/adoption)
• Ordinance #2024-08: Residential Rental Properties (2nd reading/adoption)
• Board of Elections appointment for Nov. 18, 2024 special election

Circle Advisory Committee

The Georgetown Circle Advisory Committee will meet to approve previous minutes and develop an outline for recommendations to the Town Council. The meeting is scheduled for 3:00 PM at 39 The Circle.

• Approval of September 17, 2024 minutes
• Development of outline for recommendations to Town Council
• Open discussion
• Schedule next meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two preliminary site plan applications. These include a proposal for a leased single-family residential community and a new church construction project.

• Case #2024-04: Preliminary site plan for Greenlea Place, a 126-unit Residential Single-Family Leased Community off East Market Street (Rt 9)
• Case #2021-12: Preliminary site plan for a +/- 21,985 square foot church at 534 South Bedford Street

Town Council

The Town Council will hold public hearings on two rezoning applications and a special election to authorize up to $18 million in bonds for a new police station and public works facility. The body will also consider ordinances regarding pedestrian safety and rental properties.

• Public hearing on $18M bond for new police station and public works building
• Public hearing on rezoning Penn's Grant from commercial to townhouse residential
• Public hearing on rezoning Delmarva Christian School from residential to educational district
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-07 regarding pedestrian safety
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-08 regarding residential rental properties

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss a preliminary subdivision application for Shortleaf Preserve, which was previously denied by the Planning Commission due to traffic concerns on Parker Road. The body will also consider a public works agreement for the Village of College Park apartments and a grant application for outdoor recreation.

• Shortleaf Preserve preliminary subdivision application (Case #2022-14) for 238 lots
• Public Works Agreement for Village of College Park Phase A-2 & A-3 (Apartments)
• Resolution #2024-07 for Outdoor Recreation Parks and Trail (ORPT) Grant Application
• Update on Springboard Collaborative and Georgetown Pallet Village
• Departmental report from Police Chief Ralph Holm

Planning Commission

The Georgetown Planning Commission will consider the preliminary site plan for the Kingfisher Court Apartments, a six‑building, 106‑unit multifamily project on Savannah Road and Calhoun Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting and hold a public comment period before receiving the planning department report.

• Review preliminary site plan for Kingfisher Court Apartments (106 units) on Savannah Road/Calhoun Street, parcels 135-14.16-69.00, 70.00, 135-14.00-100.00, MR1 zoning
• Approve minutes from the August 21, 2024 meeting (pages 3‑9)
• Public comment period
• Planning department report
• Adjournment

Circle Advisory Committee

The committee will meet to approve previous minutes and review suggestions. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and open discussion.

• Approval of August 27, 2024 minutes
• Report back on suggestions

Town Council

The Town Council will decide on a conditional use application for a rental apartment and a realty transfer tax exemption for first-time homebuyers. The body will also discuss water and sewer system model updates and the appointment of a facility location committee.

• Conditional use decision for a rental apartment on the 2nd floor of a garage at 122 South Bedford Street
• Drinking Water System Model Update proposal: $98,000.00
• Sanitary Sewer System Model Update proposal: $95,000.00
• Ordinance #2024-06: First Time Homebuyer (Realty Transfer Tax Exemption)
• Resolution #2024-04 regarding PFAS Outside Counsel

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will conduct a workshop focused on an education session. The session will cover the board's authority regarding appeals, special exceptions, and variances.

• Workshop on the source of the Board's power and authority
• Education session on the legal standards for Use Variances and Area Variances
• Review of special exceptions for parking, loading, yard, and height requirements

Circle Advisory Committee

The committee will elect a chairperson and secretary and review the purpose of the group. Members will discuss historical perspectives regarding the original design, accident history, and traffic changes of the Circle.

• Election of Chairperson and Secretary
• Discussion of Circle original design
• Review of accident history
• Discussion of traffic changes

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council will hold a public hearing to discuss authorizing up to $18,000,000 in borrowing for a new police department and public works facility. After the hearing, the Council will consider Resolution #2024-03, which proposes issuing general‑obligation bonds for that amount and orders a special election to let voters decide. The meeting will also present financing terms, including a 30‑year term at an estimated 4.21% interest rate, and outline the projected tax impact on residents.

• Public hearing on authorizing borrowing up to $18,000,000 for a new police station and public works building
• Adoption of Resolution #2024-03 proposing issuance of up to $18,000,000 in general‑obligation bonds
• Order of a special election on Monday, September 30, 2024 to vote on the bond issue
• Financing details: 30‑year term, estimated 4.21% interest, incremental project cost $1,035,000
• Projected property‑tax impact of $0.84 per $100 assessed value, roughly $17 per month per resident

Planning Commission

The Georgetown Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on a comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning request for the Penn’s Grant property at 20304 Dupont Boulevard, changing 14.084 acres from Commercial to Multi‑Family Residential. A second public hearing will consider a similar amendment and rezoning for Delmarva Christian School at 21777 Sussex Pines Road, converting 31.33 acres to Institutional use. The commission will also review a minor‑variation request for a parcel on North Bedford Street and evaluate the preliminary site plan for the Kingfisher Apartments development on Savannah Road and Calhoun Street. Additional agenda items include clarification of a prior Shortleaf Preserve subdivision decision.

• Penn’s Grant (20304 Dupont Blvd) – comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning of 14.084 acres
• Delmarva Christian School (21777 Sussex Pines Rd) – comprehensive plan amendment and rezoning of ~31.33 acres
• Minor Variation Determination for James Grant & Jordan Ashburn parcel on North Bedford St
• Preliminary site plan review for Kingfisher Apartments (106 units) on Savannah Rd and Calhoun St
• Old Business: clarification of Planning Commission action on Shortleaf Preserve subdivision

Town Council

The Town Council will discuss financing for new municipal buildings and hold a public hearing regarding a conditional use application for a rental apartment. The body will also consider a realty transfer tax exemption for first-time homebuyers and a zoning amendment for a property on West Market Street.

• Resolution #2024-02: Proposing up to $18,000,000 in General Obligation Bonds for a new Police Station and Public Works Building
• Public Hearing: Conditional Use Application for a rental apartment at 122 South Bedford Street
• Ordinance #2024-06: First Time Homebuyer Realty Transfer Tax Exemption (1st reading)
• Ordinance #2024-05: Zoning amendment from Medium Residential (UR2) to Professional Business (UB3) for 204 West Market Street
• FY 2024 GREAT Fund award recommendations

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to organize its leadership and hold a public hearing regarding a special exception request for a property at 204 West Market Street. The board will also appoint new members and select a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary.

• Public hearing for BOA CASE #2024-13: request to reduce required parking from 21 spaces to 6 at 204 West Market Street
• Public hearing for BOA CASE #2024-13: request to reduce interior drive width from 25 feet to 18.7 feet at 204 West Market Street
• Appointments of Anthony Kline and Robert Oliver
• Selection of Board Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary

Dog Park Committee

The Dog Park Committee will review concept report updates based on a new proposed location. The body will also discuss land ownership and prepare a presentation for the Town Council.

• DBF concept report updates for new proposed location
• Discussion of land ownership
• Preparation for presentation to Town Council
• Discussion of FOIA and committee member discussions from the week of June 24, 2024

Town of Georgetown GREAT Fund Committee

The GREAT Fund Committee meeting on July 23, 2024 will open with a call to order and approve the minutes from July 18, 2024. Committee members will discuss pending fund applications and formulate recommendations for the Town Council. The meeting is scheduled for 4:30 PM at 39 The Circle, Georgetown, DE.

• Approve July 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Discuss fund applications and formulate recommendations for Town Council

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council meeting scheduled for Monday, July 22, 2024 was cancelled. The next Town Council meeting is set for Monday, August 12, 2024.

Town of Georgetown GREAT Fund Committee

The Town of Georgetown GREAT Fund Committee will meet on July 18, 2024 at 4:30 PM at 39 The Circle. The committee will review organization presentations and proposed funding amounts ranging from $2,000 to $39,500 for local nonprofit groups. Each listed organization is paired with a specific dollar amount that the committee may allocate.

• Green Beret Project – $39,500
• Georgetown Public Library – $30,000
• Georgetown Little League – $30,000
• Richard Allen Coalition – $30,000
• Cheer, Inc. – $10,000

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary subdivision plan for a large residential development and a historic review for a medical office addition. The body will also approve minutes from the June 18, 2024, meeting.

• Preliminary subdivision review for Shortleaf Preserve: 238 lots (single family dwellings and townhomes) on Parker Road
• Historic review for Rosa Health Center: 2,860 square foot addition at 10 North Front Street
• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes

Town Council

The Town Council will vote on an ordinance regarding marijuana establishments and cultivation. The meeting also includes a first reading for rezoning 204 West Market Street and a decision on the Georgetown Medical Center Phase 3 conditional use amendment.

• Adoption of Ordinance 2023-13 regarding marijuana establishments and cultivation
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-05 to rezone 204 West Market Street
• Decision on conditional use amendment for Georgetown Medical Center Phase 3
• Appointment of Town FOP contract negotiation team members
• Board of Adjustment appointment for Robert Oliver

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to allow a rental apartment in an existing garage at 122 South Bedford Street. The commission will also review two applications to determine if certain map amendments can be classified as minor variations.

• Conditional use application for a rental apartment at 122 South Bedford Street
• Minor variation determination request for 20304 Dupont Boulevard
• Minor variation determination request for 21777 Sussex Pines Road

Town of Georgetown GREAT Fund Committee

The GREAT Fund Committee will hold an election for chairperson and review the ordinance and criteria for grant awards. The meeting also includes discussions regarding current revenue and pending requests.

• Election of Chairperson
• Review of GREAT Fund Ordinance and grant award criteria
• Discussion of current revenue
• Review of current requests

Dog Park Committee

The Dog Park Committee will review DBF concept report updates based on a new proposed location. The meeting will also address landownership and preparation for a presentation to the Town Council.

• DBF concept report updates based on new proposed location
• Discussion of landownership and next steps
• Preparation for presentation to Town Council

Town Council

The Town Council will conduct a first reading of Ordinance #2023-13 to amend zoning for marijuana retail, cultivation, manufacturing, and testing. The meeting also includes a presentation on recovery housing and consideration of Board of Adjustment appointments.

• First reading of Ordinance #2023-13 regarding marijuana establishments in HC and LI-1 districts
• Presentation by First State Alliance of Recovery Residences (FSARR)
• Board of Adjustment appointment consideration for Anthony Kline
• Oath of office for Ward 3

Board of Adjustment

The Board will hold public hearings for two property applications. Appennine Development Co., LLC is requesting a waiver for required loading spaces at 500 Kimmey Street and Calhoun Street properties. Radhe Radhe, LLC is seeking variances for signage size and setbacks at 105 South Bedford Street.

• Waiver of 6 required loading spaces for 500 Kimmey St and 323 & 328 Calhoun St
• Variance to increase sign size from 24 to 32 square feet at 105 South Bedford Street
• Variance for a 2-foot setback from the sidewalk at 105 South Bedford Street
• Request for an internally illuminated sign at 105 South Bedford Street

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance #2023-13 to amend town zoning codes and permit retail marijuana stores, cultivation, manufacturing, and testing facilities. The proposed rules would cap operations at two retail locations in the Highway Commercial District and one each of other facility types in the Limited Industrial District. The regular meeting will also address routine administrative items, departmental reports, and a National Community Action Month proclamation.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #2023-13 amending Chapter 230 Zoning for marijuana establishments
• Proposed limits of two retail stores in the HC Highway Commercial District and one each of cultivation, manufacturing, or testing facilities in the LI-1 Limited Industrial District
• Operational rules including hours of operation (7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. weekdays), lighting standards, and signage restrictions
• Approval of May 13, 2024 Town Council minutes
• Update on Springboard Collaborative and Georgetown Pallet Village project

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council will meet on May 13, 2024, to consider a decision on the Sussex Sports Complex Solar conditional use application renewal. The agenda also includes a presentation on the DelDOT Coastal Corridors study and a grievance hearing regarding a FOIA response. Additionally, the council will discuss the James Street investigation and lobby security upgrades.

• Decision on Sussex Sports Complex Solar conditional use application renewal
• DelDOT Coastal Corridors study update presentation
• Grievance hearing for Officers Couchman and Donahue regarding FOIA response
• James Street investigation discussion
• Quote review for lobby bulletproof glass replacement

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council is meeting to certify statements of candidacy for several 2024 municipal positions. This includes candidates for Mayor, Ward 3, and Ward 4.

• Certification of Eric Evans for Ward 3
• Certification of Penuel Barrett for Ward 4
• Certification of William West for Mayor
• Certification of Angela Townsend for Mayor

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings for two property applications. One involves amending the Georgetown Professional/Medical Center to include a veterinarian hospital, and the other proposes rezoning 204 West Market Street.

• Conditional Use Amendment for Georgetown Professional/Medical Center Phase 3
• Rezoning application for 204 West Market Street from UR2 to UB3
• Proposed veterinarian hospital use at 410-424 Old Laurel Road

Town Council

The Town Council will consider a conditional use application for the 107 Depot Street rehab project, which proposes up to 25 apartments and commercial space. The council will also hold first readings for two ordinances regarding zoning and subdivision procedures.

• Conditional use decision for 107 Depot Street rehab project
• First reading of Ordinance #2023-12 (UB1 Urban Business District)
• First reading of Ordinance #2024-01 (Subdivision and Zoning administration)
• Board of Elections appointments

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council will hold public hearings on two zoning and subdivision ordinance amendments, plus a conditional use application for the Georgetown Ice House Rehab at 107 Depot Street. During the regular meeting, council members are scheduled to vote on roadway improvement bids for Kimmey Street and Pepper Street, adopt FY 2025 tax assessments and budget resolutions, and approve new traffic calming and technology policies. These items update local land-use rules, finalize annual municipal financial plans, and advance a mixed-use development project that previously received Planning Commission approval.

• Public hearing on Ordinance #2023-12 to amend UB1 zoning for multifamily dwellings in nonresidential buildings
• Public hearing on Ordinance #2024-01 updating subdivision plan requirements and site plan processing procedures
• Public hearing on Case #2023-24 conditional use application for 107 Depot Street, proposing commercial space and 25 apartments
• Bid award recommendation for roadway improvements at Kimmey Street and Pepper Street (Project Cor-17348)
• Adoption of FY 2025 tax assessments, the FY 2025 budget (Resolution #2024-05), traffic calming policy, and computer/email use policy

Planning Commission

The March 20, 2024, Georgetown Planning Commission meeting consists of procedural items. The agenda includes approving minutes from the February 21 meeting and receiving a planning department report.

• Approval of February 21, 2024, meeting minutes
• Planning Department Report

Town Council Workshop

The Georgetown Town Council will hold a workshop to review the proposed FY 2025 budget. The session will also present information used in the development of the budget.

• Review of the proposed FY 2025 budget

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding housing standards and employee benefits. The meeting includes discussions on fire alarm requirements and restrictions on outdoor grill use near multi-family dwellings. The council will also consider appointments to the Board of Adjustment.

• Ordinance 2024-03: Fire and carbon monoxide alarm installation requirements
• Ordinance 2024-04: Prohibiting outdoor grills within 15 feet of multi-family dwellings
• Ordinance 2024-02: Amendments to employee vacation leave accrual schedules
• Board of Adjustment appointments for Ronald Howard and Michael Di Giacoma

Dog Park Committee

The committee will discuss and select a choice regarding the final concept report for the dog park. Members will also review committee input on funding and assign next steps.

• Decision on final concept report
• Review of committee input on funding
• Approval of January 11, 2024 minutes

Town Council

The council will hear a presentation from the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner regarding the Delaware Marijuana Control Act. The agenda also includes the initial presentation of the FY 2025 budget and first readings for ordinances regarding vacation leave, fire alarms, and outdoor grills.

• Presentation by the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner on HB2 implementation
• Initial presentation of the FY 2025 budget
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-02 regarding vacation leave accrual
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-03 regarding fire and carbon monoxide alarms
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-04 regarding outdoor grills

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the renewal of a conditional use application for a ground-mounted solar energy facility. The request involves the Sussex Sports Complex Solar project located at 108 Murray Lane. The commission will review the application and provide a recommendation to the Town Council.

• Renewal of conditional use for Sussex Sports Complex Solar at 108 Murray Lane

Town Council

The Town Council will review a traffic calming report for Mulberry Street and Cinder Way, consider a $4,500 sponsorship request for the Chamber's St. Patrick's Day Block Party, and hold a first reading of an ordinance regarding vacation leave accrual.

• Traffic calming presentation by Rossi Group covering Mulberry Street and Cinder Way
• $4,500 sponsorship request for Georgetown Chamber St. Patrick's Day Block Party
• First reading of Ordinance 2024-02 regarding vacation leave accrual changes

Town Council

The Town Council is reviewing a request for a $4,500 sponsorship for the Georgetown Chamber St. Patrick's Day Block Party. The agenda also includes a second reading of an ordinance to rezone 2.23 acres from UR1 to Highway Commercial.

• Sponsorship request: $4,500 for Georgetown Chamber St. Patrick's Day Block Party
• Ordinance #2024-02: Rezoning 2.23 acres of Sussex County Tax Parcel 135-19.07-36.00 from UR1 to HC
• Town Manager report on Sussex County Family Court Facility and Bedford & Market Street rehabilitation
• Review of rental property inspections, with 111 completed successfully as of January 19, 2024
• Wastewater report regarding pump station upgrade bids from Bearing Construction and Hopkins Construction

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on ordinances regarding marijuana establishment regulations and zoning amendments. The commission will also consider a conditional use application for a mixed-use redevelopment project at 107 Depot Street.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance #2023-12 regarding multifamily dwellings in the UB1 Urban Business District
• Public Hearing: Ordinance #2023-13 regarding retail marijuana establishments and cultivation/manufacturing in HC and LI-1 districts
• Public Hearing: Ordinance #2024-01 regarding subdivision plan requirements and site plan processing procedures
• Case #2023-24: Conditional Use application for 25 apartments and commercial space at 107 Depot Street

Dog Park Committee

The committee will meet to review a concept report and discuss potential funding opportunities for the dog park. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November 2023 meetings.

• Review of concept report
• Review of funding opportunities
• Approval of November 2, 2023 minutes
• Approval of November 28, 2023 minutes

Town Council

The Georgetown Town Council will consider a $134,500 proposal for Rosa Street drainage and road rehabilitation. The meeting also includes a first reading of an ordinance to amend the Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map and zoning.

• DBF proposal for Rosa Street Drainage and Road Rehabilitation ($134,500)
• Ordinance #2024-02: Comprehensive Plan Future Land Use Map and Zoning Amendment (UR1 to HC)
• Town Manager report regarding municipal regulation of marijuana
• Approval of December 11, 2023 Town Council minutes