Dewey Beach, DE

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee is meeting to discuss and possibly act on Town Hall fundraising initiatives, participation in upcoming community events, and holiday activities. The committee will also discuss cooperation with the Comprehensive Development Plan and Resiliency & Sustainability Committees, and brainstorm newsletter topics. Public comment will be taken before any formal action on agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives
• Committee participation at End of Season Party (9/19) and Dewey Dog Day (9/20)
• Discussion and possible action on holiday activities and events
• Discussion on cooperation with Comprehensive Development Plan Committee
• Discussion on cooperation with Resiliency & Sustainability Committee

Town Meeting(s) Calendar

The Dewey Beach Civic League is hosting an annual Candidates Forum on August 29, 2026, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Dewey Beach LifeSaving Station. Incumbent Commissioners will answer public questions and discuss issues within the Town Council's scope. The forum is informational only, with no voting or official action. It will be livestreamed on YouTube and accessible via Zoom.

• Candidates Forum at Dewey Beach LifeSaving Station, 1 Dagsworthy Ave
• Incumbent Commissioners present to answer public questions
• No voting or official Town Council action at forum
• Livestream on YouTube and Zoom participation available

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: regulating existing pool structures that do not meet Town requirements under Ordinance No. 879, and a draft ordinance to amend Chapter 185-25 regarding operating hours for alcohol-licensed establishments. The Commission may vote on recommendations to forward to the Town Council.

• Public hearing on regulation of existing noncompliant pool structures (Ordinance No. 879)
• Public hearing on draft ordinance to amend Chapter 185-25 on alcohol establishment hours
• Commission may vote on recommendations to Town Council for both items

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a public hearing on August 21, 2026, to consider several items: an application from The Starboard for a temporary expansion for the 15th Annual Dewey Goes Pink 5K, two conditional use applications for eateries at 1601 Coastal Highway, and three draft ordinances defining demolition, landing, and signage in residential districts. The public may attend and testify.

• Public hearing on The Starboard's temporary expansion for Dewey Goes Pink 5K (Oct 2-3, 2026)
• Conditional use application by Frozen Farmer, LLC for eatery at 1601 Coastal Highway, Unit 102
• Conditional use application by Lennon Zuri, LLC (The Stoke Café) for eatery at 1601 Coastal Highway, Unit 104
• Draft ordinance to define 'demolition' and criteria for determining demolition work
• Draft ordinance to define 'landing' and establish permitted architectural projections and encroachments

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Resiliency & Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss the status of a resiliency project by GMB Engineering, town projects addressing flooding, and potential involvement with the Marketing and Comprehensive Plan Committees. They will also discuss the new Town Hall and a possible open house, as well as beach cleanup. Public comment will be taken before any formal action.

• Status update on resiliency project by GMB Engineering
• Discussion of town projects to address flooding
• Potential committee involvement with Marketing Committee
• Potential committee involvement with Comprehensive Plan Committee
• Discussion of new Town Hall and open house

Comprehensive Development Plan Committee Meeting Calendar

The Comprehensive Development Plan Committee will hold a workshop to discuss updates on a community survey, plan outreach events tentatively set for September 18-19, 2026, and coordinate fall speakers. The meeting is open for public comment and will be livestreamed.

• Community survey update
• Community outreach event tentatively scheduled for September 18-19, 2026, with feedback stations and mapping
• Fall speakers and coordination efforts
• Public comment period

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will review Brown Advisory investment reports, discuss monthly financial reports, and consider a draft request for proposals for an investment firm. The committee may vote on changes to investments and on forwarding recommendations to the Town Council.

• Review of Brown Advisory reports with possible vote on investment changes
• Review and discussion of monthly financial reports with possible vote on recommendations to Town Council
• Discussion of draft RFP for an investment firm, as requested by Town Council

Audit Committee Meeting Calendar

The Audit Committee will meet to review the draft audit and may vote on whether to recommend its acceptance to the Town Council. Public comment will be taken on each agenda item before any vote. The meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube and accessible via Zoom.

• Presentation of Draft Audit
• Discuss and possibly vote to recommend acceptance of the Draft Audit to the Town Council
• Approval of minutes from August 14, 2024 and August 14, 2025 meetings

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on July 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM at 1 Dagsworthy Avenue. The hearing will address two items referred by Town Council: (A) defining the threshold at which reconstruction or renovation constitutes a demolition, and (B) a draft ordinance to amend Chapter 185-48 regarding projections of roofs, gutters, and outdoor showers into required yards. The meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube and accessible via Zoom.

• Public hearing on the threshold for when renovation/reconstruction counts as demolition (referred by Town Council April 17, 2026)
• Public hearing on a draft ordinance to amend Chapter 185-48 regarding roof, gutter, and outdoor shower projections into required yards (referred by Town Council May 15, 2026)

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold its monthly meeting on July 17, 2026. Key items include discussion of June financials, fundraising for a new Town Hall, progress on the Comprehensive Plan, and possible action on reappointments to the Planning & Zoning Commission and Board of Elections. A draft ordinance to amend noise control rules is also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible action on draft ordinance to amend Chapter 117-16 (noise control and amplified sound)
• Discussion and possible action on reappointment of Dave Lyons to Planning & Zoning Commission (3-year term)
• Discussion and possible action on reappointment of Board of Elections members and Election Officials (1-year term)
• Review and discuss June financials
• Discuss ongoing fundraising efforts for new Town Hall

Comprehensive Development Plan Committee Meeting Calendar

The Comprehensive Development Plan Committee will hear a presentation from the University of Delaware Institute for Public Administration, including a recap of the June 10 meeting, a demographic profile, and discussion of a 2026 community survey. The committee will also hold open discussion on strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities for the town.

• Presentation by University of Delaware Institute for Public Administration
• Recap of June 10, 2026 meeting
• Demographic profile review
• Review of previous community and visitors’ surveys and discussion of 2026 survey
• Open discussion on strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will meet on July 7, 2026, at the LifeSaving Station. Agenda items include discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives, committee participation in the End of Season Party and Dewey Dog Day, and holiday fundraising campaigns. The committee will also discuss cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee and brainstorm newsletter topics.

• Discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives and activities
• Committee participation at End of Season Party (9/19) and Dewey Dog Day (9/20)
• Discussion and possible action on holiday fundraising campaigns
• Discussion regarding cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee
• Brainstorming session for town newsletter topics

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a regular meeting on June 26, 2026, at 3:00 PM. Agenda items include discussion of regulations for commercial filming, a draft ordinance to change alcohol-serving hours (Chapter 185-25), and possible action on investment policy amendments and a request for proposals for an investment firm. The council may also vote to refer the alcohol hours item to the Planning Commission.

• Discussion and possible action on amendments to the Investment Policy.
• Discussion and possible action on a draft RFP for an investment firm.
• Discussion regarding regulations for commercial filming within town limits.
• Discussion of a draft ordinance to amend Chapter 185-25 on alcohol-serving hours; possible referral to Planning Commission.
• Review and discuss May financials.

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will meet to review the current Investment Policy and may vote to recommend amendments to the Town Council. The committee will also discuss a draft request for proposals (RFP) for an investment firm, as requested by the Town Council, and may vote to recommend the draft RFP to the Town Council.

• Review of current Investment Policy; possible vote to recommend amendments to Town Council
• Discussion of draft RFP for an investment firm; possible vote to recommend draft RFP to Town Council

Comprehensive Development Plan Committee Meeting Calendar

The Comprehensive Development Plan Committee will hear a presentation from the University of Delaware Institute for Public Administration on the process for updating the town's comprehensive plan. The presentation will cover a tentative schedule, public engagement methods including a workshop and community surveys, and an overview of the 2018 plan's goals. No decisions are expected; this is a workshop to receive information and discuss next steps.

• Presentation by University of Delaware Institute for Public Administration on comprehensive plan update process
• Discussion of tentative schedule for plan update
• Public engagement process including a public workshop and community survey(s)
• Overview of the 2018 Comprehensive Development Plan goals

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold two public hearings and may vote on recommendations to Town Council: one to define when reconstruction constitutes a demolition, and another to amend Chapter 185-48 on roof, gutter, and outdoor shower projections into required yards.

• Public hearing on threshold for when reconstruction/renovation/structural alteration counts as a demolition
• Public hearing on draft ordinance to amend Chapter 185-48 regarding projection of roofs, gutters and outdoor showers into a required yard
• Commission may vote on a recommendation to forward to Town Council on both items

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will meet June 2, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. at the Dewey Beach LifeSaving Station. The agenda includes discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives and committee participation in upcoming summer events such as Bonfires on the Beach, Running of the Bull, and the July 4th weekend. The committee will also discuss cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee, future committee operations, and brainstorm newsletter topics. Public comment will be taken before any formal action.

• Discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives
• Committee participation at summer events: Bonfires on the Beach (6/17–8/26), Running of the Bull (6/26), Red White & Bloom Kids Bike Parade (7/5), July 4th weekend, Canoe Races (7/15), Restaurant Games (8/11), End of Season Party (9/19), Dewey Dog Day (9/20)
• Discussion regarding cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee
• Brainstorming session for town newsletter topics

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Resiliency & Sustainability Committee will meet to discuss the status of the Town Resiliency Plan, including actions taken by Town Council and the Infrastructure Committee. They will also discuss external funding sources, involvement with the Marketing Committee, and the Comprehensive Plan Committee. Additionally, the committee will review the March 5, 2026 RASCL Conference and identify items for future consideration.

• Discussion regarding status of Town Resiliency Plan, including actions by Town Council and Infrastructure Committee
• Discussion regarding external funding sources
• Discussion regarding involvement with the Marketing Committee (G. Persinger, S. Silver)
• Discussion regarding the Comprehensive Plan Committee
• Discussion regarding the March 5, 2026 RASCL Conference (K. Baxter, D. Goldenberg)

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Town Council will hold public hearings and consider votes on a zoning amendment to prohibit swimming pools and hot tubs in front buildable areas, a resolution to fund a Town Resiliency Study, and a temporary expansion for the Lions Club's Bike to the Beach event. Other items include appointments to the Planning Commission and a committee, discussion of filming regulations, and a possible RFP for investment management.

• Public hearing and possible vote on ordinance banning pools and hot tubs in front buildable area (Chapter 185, Zoning)
• Public hearing and possible vote on resolution using infrastructure funds for a Town Resiliency Study
• Public hearing and possible vote on temporary expansion of premise at 115 McKinley Ave for Lions Club Bike to the Beach event on June 19, 2026
• Discussion and possible vote to appoint Mark Nordquist and Wayne Haskell to Planning Commission for 3-year terms
• Discussion of draft ordinance to amend Chapter 71 on building inspection requirements

Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar

The Board of Adjustment will hold a continued public hearing on two requests for 101 Carolina Street: an appeal of the building official's interpretation and a special yard exception. Both seek to allow a 4.5-foot pool safety fence in the front yard setback, where the code limits fences to 3.5 feet. The board will discuss and vote after the hearing.

• Appeal of building official's interpretation that code prohibits a 4.5-foot pool fence in the 18-foot front setback
• Request for special yard exception to allow the 4.5-foot fence height exceeding the 3.5-foot limit
• Property at 101 Carolina Street in the Neighborhood Residential (NR) zoning district
• Hearing is a continuance from April 30, 2026
• Request submitted by attorney Veronica O. Faust

Finance Committee

The Dewey Beach Finance Committee will review investment reports from Brown Advisory and discuss monthly financial reports. The committee may vote on changes to the investment policy and forward recommendations to the Town Council.

• Review of Brown Advisory investment reports with possible vote on changes per Investment Policy
• Review and discussion of monthly financial reports with possible vote on recommendations to Town Council
• Approval of minutes from February 9, 2026 meeting

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will meet to discuss and possibly act on Town Hall fundraising initiatives, future marketing concepts, social media campaigns, and participation in upcoming events including Golden Jubilee and Art Fest. The committee will also coordinate with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee and brainstorm newsletter topics.

• Discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives
• Discussion on development of future marketing concepts and materials
• Discussion on social media campaign and metrics
• Discussion and possible action on committee participation at Golden Jubilee (May 8-10), Art Fest (May 9), Memorial Day Weekend, Running of the Bull, and Red White & Bloom Kids Bike Parade (July 5)
• Discussion regarding cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee

Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on an appeal and request for a special yard exception to permit a 4.5-foot pool safety fence at 101 Carolina Street, in the Neighborhood Residential zoning district. The current code limits front-yard fence height to 3.5 feet.

• Appeal of building official's interpretation that a 4.5-foot pool fence violates the 3.5-foot height limit in the front yard setback
• Request for a special yard exception to allow the taller fence
• Property address: 101 Carolina Street, Dewey Beach
• Applicant represented by Veronica O. Faust, Esq.
• Meeting will be livestreamed on YouTube and accessible via Zoom

Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting Calendar

The Planning & Zoning Commission will hold a public hearing on a draft ordinance that defines "front buildable area" and restricts accessory structures and uses in those areas. The meeting is at 5:00 PM on April 21, 2026, at the Dewey Beach LifeSaving Station, with remote participation via Zoom.

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Town Council will hold a public hearing on a draft ordinance to amend Chapter 185-51 of the municipal code, concerning the location of accessory swimming pools and fences, and the height of pool fences. Residents may attend and offer testimony.

• Public hearing on draft ordinance amending Chapter 185-51 regarding accessory swimming pool location
• Public hearing on draft ordinance amending Chapter 185-51 regarding pool fence location and height

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Marketing Committee will discuss and possibly vote on Town Hall fundraising initiatives and activities. Members will also discuss developing future marketing materials and committee participation at upcoming events including Doodles in Dewey, Golden Jubilee, and the Running of the Bull. Other agenda items include cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee, social media content, and a brainstorming session for town newsletter topics.

• Discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives
• Discussion on development of future marketing materials
• Committee participation at Doodles in Dewey (April 24), Golden Jubilee (May 8-10), Art Fest (May 9), Memorial Day Weekend, and Running of the Bull
• Discussion on cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee
• Brainstorming session for town newsletter topics

Infrastructure Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Infrastructure Committee will meet on April 2, 2026, to elect a chairperson and a secretary, and to vote on recommending Town Council approval of funding for a Town Resiliency Plan. Public comment will be taken before each vote. The meeting will be held at the LifeSaving Station and livestreamed on YouTube with Zoom access.

• Appointment of a committee chairperson
• Appointment of a committee secretary
• Vote to recommend Town Council approval of funding for a Town Resiliency Plan

Board of Adjustment Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on March 25, 2026, to consider three requests: two variances and one special exception. The first variance seeks to add a half story to a townhome at 4 Seastrand Court, Unit 10, extending into the side yard setback. The second involves a variance and an appeal for rebuilding a demolished nonconforming structure at 203 Carolina Street. The third is a special exception to recognize a unit at 24 Dickinson Avenue as a residential rental unit.

• Variance request for 4 Seastrand Court, Unit 10 to add a half story, extending into 8-foot side yard setback
• Variance and appeal for 203 Carolina Street to rebuild demolished nonconforming structure using existing foundation, with wall extending 2.18 feet into setback
• Special exception request for 24 Dickinson Avenue, Unit 9A to recognize structure as residential rental unit
• Applicants: Tina Halle (Stanley Halle Companies), Jasin Kania (Swell Design Build), Harold Dukes (Dewey Villas Condo Association)

Town Council Meeting Calendar

The Town Council will hold a public hearing regarding a draft ordinance to amend the municipal code. The proposed changes would establish a minimum number of trees required for all new construction or redevelopment projects.

• Public hearing on draft Ordinance to amend Chapter 173 and Chapter 185, Table 2

Resiliency & Sustainability Committee Meeting Calendar

The Resiliency and Sustainability Committee will discuss and possibly vote on the Town Resiliency Plan, including a revised scope of work incorporating contractor responses and state requirements. They will also review external funding sources, consulting company options, and updates on the Marketing Committee involvement and potential Town apps.

• Discussion and possible vote on revised scope of work for the Town Resiliency Plan
• Review of two contractor responses and background on the 10-year Comprehensive Development Plan
• Update on potential consulting companies and presentation by GMB and Straughan Environmental
• Discussion on Marketing Committee involvement
• Discussion regarding apps for Town use

Marketing Committee Meeting Calendar

The Dewey Beach Marketing Committee will meet to discuss fundraising initiatives for Town Hall, committee involvement in the March 13-15 Opening Weekend Celebration, a potential partnership with the Rehoboth-Dewey Chamber of Commerce for summer renter welcome packets, and participation in several upcoming events including Run for the Buds, Dewey Egg Scramble, and Art Fest. The committee will also discuss cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee, social media platform activity, and brainstorm newsletter topics.

• Discussion and possible action on Town Hall fundraising initiatives and activities
• Discussion and possible action on committee involvement at Opening Weekend Celebration (March 13-15, 2026)
• Discussion and possible action on partnership with Rehoboth-Dewey Chamber of Commerce for summer renter welcome packets
• Discussion on committee participation at upcoming events: Run for the Buds (March 22), Dewey Egg Scoop (April 4), Coastal DE Running Festival (April 11-12), Doodles in Dewey (April 24), Art Fest (May 9)
• Discussion on cooperation with the Resiliency & Sustainability Committee