Windfarm
See the link below for information the Town received in regards to the windfarm scheduled to be placed off the Delaware shore:
windfarm info
Fireworks Banned
With 4th of July fast approaching, we would like to make everyone aware that Fenwick Island does not allow fireworks in Town limits per Town Charter C-26.D. and Town Code 73-3.
Sparklers are considered o.k., but anything that leaves the ground (shoots up) are not allowed.
Fenwick Island Police Department will be monitoring the area all day on July 4th for anyone that may abuse the regulations.
No Animals on Beach
As a reminder, no pets or other animals are permitted on the beach at any time between May 1 – September 30.
For other beach rules: Beach-Rules-Regulations-brochure
Man-of-War Washing Up in Fenwick Island
FENWICK ISLAND, Del. – Some unwelcome visitors have been washing up on Delaware’s shorelines.
Portuguese Man O’ War’s are a jellyfish-like species with a very painful sting, and Fenwick Island visitors claim they’ve seen them on the beach recently.
According to the Department of Natural Resources, a Man O’ War’s tentacles can grow up to 50 feet long, and stings from a Man O’ War “cause pain that lasts up to an hour and leaves whip-like red welts on the skin for several days afterward.”
If you see a Man O’ War on the beach or in the water, the best thing to do is keep your distance as the jellyfish can still sting you even when they’re dead.
These jellyfish are extremely rare to Delaware beaches, so you shouldn’t let it deter you from enjoying your beach getaway.
Missie and Emily Zeger, some Fenwick Island visitors said, “With anything else, I think you just have to be aware of your surroundings and have fun anyway.”
If you spot a Man O’ War on the beach, you are encouraged to tell the nearest lifeguard immediately.
Election Cancelled 8/4/18
ELECTION CANCELLED
The election that was to be held on Saturday, August 4th has been cancelled.
The 3 sitting council people whose terms were up for election have been re-elected for another 2 year term.
Congratulations to Treasurer Bunting, Secretary Merritt, and Council Member Carmean!
New Parking Permit System
Our parking kiosk is now up and running! If you need an hourly, daily, weekly, or summer permit, they can be obtained at the parking kiosk in front of the Police Station.
For residential hang tags, they still can be picked up at the Police Station, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
65th Birthday Celebration – 7/1/18
Save the date! We look forward to seeing everyone at our birthday celebration on July 1st from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.!!
American Flag Disposal Drop-Off
When an American flag becomes worn, faded, torn or soiled, it should be retired and replaced with a new flag. There are several ways to respectfully dispose of the American flag without showing disgrace. The most common method is burning the torn or tattered flag in a special ceremony.
As a service to the community, the Town will collect any American flags that need to be retired or replaced and make arrangements for proper disposal with the respect and gravity that it is entitled. Drop off boxes are located in both the Town Hall lobby and the Public Safety Building lobby.
As of 6/11/18, we have collected several flags and they have been taken to VFW Mason Dixon Post 7234 for disposal. Thank you to everyone that has dropped flags off!
