Delmarva Power Fenwick Island Reliability Project Update
Planned Overnight Power Outages – Delmarva Power Reliability Improvements
Delmarva Power is nearing the final stages of its electric reliability improvement project in Fenwick Island, with work expected to be completed within the next two weeks. These upgrades are designed to improve system capacity, strengthen reliability, reduce outages, and enhance power-routing capabilities for residents and businesses.
As part of the final transition to the new power lines, approximately 50 commercial and residential customers will experience brief planned power interruptions. Most affected customers are located on the southbound side of Coastal Highway and are served by the roadside circuit. Most side street customers are not expected to be impacted.
Scheduled Work:
Thursday, May 28 beginning at 11:00 p.m. through Friday, May 29 at approximately 6:00 a.m.
Expected Outage Duration:
Most outages are expected to last less than one hour.
Delmarva Power representatives are personally contacting affected businesses and coordinating outreach efforts with impacted residents, businesses, and community organizations. Automated phone notifications will also be issued to impacted residences and condominiums.
These important upgrades are part of Delmarva Power’s continued commitment to providing a safer, stronger, and more resilient electric system for the Fenwick Island community for years to come.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this important project nears completion. We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable Memorial Day weekend.
RESIDENT PARKING PERMITS
Residents, the Fenwick Island Police Department will be open Saturday, May 23, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to provide residents the opportunity to pick up resident parking permits.
Please note: this is the one and only Saturday available for permit pickup.
Permits may also be picked up Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fenwick Island Municipal Election – Voter Registration Reminder
The Town of Fenwick Island Municipal Election will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026.
If you are not currently registered to vote with the Town, now is the time to register. The voter registration deadline is Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at 4:30 p.m.
For added convenience, voter registration is being completed online this year through the Town website. Residents should submit the online voter registration form directly through the website rather than printing or mailing paper forms.
Election information and the online voter registration form are available at:
Town of Fenwick Island Election Information
For questions or assistance, please contact Town Hall at 302-539-3011.
Volunteers Needed for the 2026 Beach & Bay Cottage Tour!
The Beach & Bay Cottage Tour 2026 is seeking parking attendant volunteers for July 22 & 23.
If you are interested in volunteering, please contact Steve Embrey or Fred Thomas at:
📧 live4cars51@gmail.com
📧 frederickthomas557@gmail.com
Delmarva Power Aerial Vegetation Inspections – May 12
Residents may notice helicopter activity in the area on Tuesday, May 12 as Delmarva Power conducts aerial vegetation management inspections throughout eastern and central Sussex County and the greater Ocean City area.
The inspections will be conducted using a blue and silver helicopter with tail number N36MK. These inspections are part of Delmarva Power’s ongoing efforts to monitor and maintain vegetation near power lines to help ensure reliable electric service.
Posted: May 11, 2026
Notice of Solicitation for Candidates – Town Council Election
The Town of Fenwick Island is currently seeking qualified candidates to serve on the Town Council. Three (3) Council seats are available, each with a term of two (2) years.
To be eligible, candidates must have been registered to vote in the Town for at least one year prior to the election. Candidates must also:
- Be a natural person and citizen of the United States
- Be at least 21 years of age on or before the date of the election
- Be either a bona fide resident or property owner in the Town
- Not have been convicted of a felony
The deadline to file as a candidate is Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. EST. The annual Town Election will be held on Saturday, August 1, 2026. Absentee ballots will be available beginning July 1, 2026, upon submission of an affidavit to the Town.
For additional information regarding the election, candidate qualifications, or filing procedures, please contact Erin Ellinger, Town Clerk, at Town Hall, 800 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Delaware 19944, or call 302-539-3011.
We encourage interested community members to consider serving and becoming involved in helping shape the future of Fenwick Island.
