Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Kent County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in environment
Delaware Climate Action Plan integration
FEMA approved the county's updated hazard mitigation plan pending local adoption. Adopting it keeps Kent County eligible for FEMA mitigation grant money — skipping it could cost the county access to those funds.
Community solar on Shaws Corner Road
A proposed community solar farm failed to win a commission recommendation, splitting the panel 2-4. It now goes to Levy Court with no recommendation, leaving the final call uncertain.
Winter yard waste collection added to trash contracts
For years, residents have had nowhere to put storm debris between December and spring. The new contracts add one January and one February yard waste pickup, and commissioners Hall and Angel pushed for even more frequent winter service going forward.
Wetlands and floodplain waivers for subdivisions and state facilities
The Guard needed permission to fill about 2.9 acres of non-jurisdictional wetlands to build a stormwater pond for a future Readiness Center. After engineers worked with county staff to resolve concerns, the waiver passed unanimously, with higher-quality wetlands on the site preserved.
Saltwater Intrusion / Groundwater Management
Saltwater is seeping into Kent County’s groundwater, which supplies local drinking water and many wells. Fixing it means hard choices about how much water we pump and who pays—so if you drink or use well water here, this is your problem too.