• The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering designated states and territories low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Upon a request received from a state’s or territory’s Governor, SBA will issue under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by the President, an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration.
• Any such Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance declaration issued by the SBA makes loans available to small businesses and private, non-profit organizations in designated areas of a state or territory to help alleviate economic injury caused by the Coronavirus (COVID-19).
• SBA’s Office of Disaster Assistance will coordinate with the state’s or territory’s Governor to submit the request for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance.
• Once a declaration is made for designated areas within a state, the information on the application process for Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance will be made available to all affected communities as well as updated on our website: SBA.gov/disaster.
• SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans offer up to $2 million in assistance and can provide vital economic support to small businesses to help overcome the temporary loss of revenue they are experiencing.
• These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses without credit available elsewhere; businesses with credit available elsewhere are not eligible. The interest rate for non-profits is 2.75%.
• SBA offers loans with long-term repayments in order to keep payments affordable, up to a maximum of 30 years. Terms are determined on a case-by-case basis, based upon each borrower’s ability to repay.
• SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loans are just one piece of the expanded focus of the federal government’s coordinated response, and the SBA is strongly committed to providing the most effective and customer-focused response possible.
• For additional information, please contact the SBA disaster assistance customer service center. Call 1-800-659-2955 (TTY: 1-800-877-8339) or e-mail disastercustomerservice@sba.gov.
• Visit SBA.gov/disaster for more information.
Scammers are leveraging the COVID-19 pandemic to steal your money, your personal information, or both. Don’t let them. Protect yourself and do your research before clicking on links purporting to provide information on the virus; donating to a charity online or through social media; contributing to a crowdfunding campaign; purchasing products online; or giving up your personal information in order to receive money or other benefits. The FBI advises you to be on the lookout for the following:
If you are looking for accurate and up-to-date information on COVID-19, the CDC has posted extensive guidance and information that is updated frequently. The best sources for authoritative information on COVID-19 are http://www.cdc.gov and http://www.coronavirus.gov. You may also consult your primary care physician for guidance.
The FBI is reminding you to always use good cyber hygiene and security measures. By remembering the following tips, you can protect yourself and help stop criminal activity:
If you believe you are the victim of an internet scam or cyber crime, or if you want to report suspicious activity, please visit the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at http://www.ic3.gov.
4/16/2020
Delmarva Power Extends COVID-19 Customer Support Efforts Through At Least June 1
Policies include suspending service disconnections, waiving new late payment charges, and reconnecting customers
To offer continued assistance for customers impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Delmarva Power is extending its customer support policies, through at least June 1, which include suspending service disconnections, waiving new late fees, and reconnecting customers who were previously disconnected.
The company’s COVID-19 policies, designed to help ensure all customers have access to safe and reliable electric service during this critical time, launched in mid-March with Delmarva Power’s announcement to suspend service disconnections and waive new late payment charges for all of our customers. The commitment was extended shortly thereafter to reconnect customers who previously had their power disconnected. Residents who have had their electric service previously disconnected should contact the company at 800-375-7117 to begin the reconnection process.
“We recognize the impact of COVID-19 on our customers and communities has been significant, with many experiencing financial difficulties and uncertainty about the future,” said Dave Velazquez, Pepco president and CEO, which includes Delmarva Power. “We remain committed to every customer through difficult times, and we will continue to support our communities in need. We will power through this pandemic together.”
Customers who may be challenged in paying their bill should contact Delmarva Power Customer care as soon as possible at 800-375-7117. Delmarva Power will work closely with customers to waive late payment fees, avoid having their service shut off, discuss reconnections, and determine eligibility for assistance programs. Delmarva Power representatives can also discuss payment options, like budget billing, which averages payments over a 12-month period to help customers manage their monthly energy bill, or flexible payment arrangements that offer individually tailored payment installment plans.
Throughout the year, Delmarva Power offers many other programs to help customers manage their energy costs and save money. Existing assistance programs include:
• Low-income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP): A federal grant program to help low-income customers manage their energy costs and ensure service during the heating season.
• Through the Good Neighbor Energy Fund, Delmarva Power works with the Salvation Army and other local organizations to offer energy assistance to Delaware and Maryland low-income customers. Delmarva Power matches contributions with $1 for every $3 that is collected, up to $70,000.
Other programs supporting Maryland customers include:
• The Electric Universal Service Program (EUSP) helps eligible customers pay for a portion of their current electric bill. Some EUSP participants may qualify for assistance with past-due electric bills as well as referrals to energy efficiency programs. The Utility Service Protection Program (USPP) is designed to help low-income families during the heating season. Information for both programs can be found by visiting the Office of Home Energy Programs website.
To learn more about Delmarva Power, visit The Source, Delmarva Power’s online news room. Find additional information by visiting delmarva.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/delmarvapower and on Twitter at twitter.com/delmarvaconnect. Delmarva Power’s mobile app is available at delmarva.com/mobileapp.
3/19/2020:
Dear Community & Governmental Partners:
As part of Delmarva Power’s commitment to safety, we are closely monitoring developments related to the coronavirus (COVID-19) and taking appropriate precautions to protect the health and safety of our customers, employees and contractors. We are committed to performing our critical role of delivering safe and reliable electricity for our customers and communities. As we announced last week, Delmarva Power is suspending service disconnections and waiving new late payment charges at least until May 1 and will be working with customers on a case-by-case basis to establish payment arrangements and identify energy assistance options. More information on the steps Delmarva Power is taking to assist its customers can be found at the link below. Stay healthy and safe.
https://www.delmarva.com/SafetyCommunity/Safety/Pages/coronavirus.aspx
3/13/2020:
Delmarva Power Taking Steps to Support Customers During Coronavirus Pandemic
With officials in Delaware and Maryland and other locations declaring a state of emergency in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, Delmarva Power understands customers may be affected by the ramifications and is taking steps to help. In addition to reminding customers of existing bill assistance resources, the company is taking steps to expand awareness of the programs in place to help customers through temporary or extended financial hardship. Delmarva Power also is suspending service disconnections and waiving new late payment fees through at least May 1 and will be working with customers on a case-by-case basis to establish payment arrangements and identify energy assistance options.
“We are committed to helping every customer through difficult times, and we know there will be many challenges associated with this pandemic,” said Dave Velazquez, president and CEO of Pepco Holdings, which includes Delmarva Power. “From programs that provide supplemental support, billing options that spread costs more evenly, to relief of late payment fees, we are taking important steps to support our customers and communities.”
Customers who may be challenged in paying their Delmarva Power bill should contact Delmarva Power Customer Care at 800-375-7117. Delmarva Power will work with customers who may have difficulty paying their energy bill. The company offers payment options, like Budget Billing, which averages payments over a 12-month period to help customers manage their monthly energy bill, or flexible payment arrangements that offer individually tailored payment installment plans. Through Delmarva Power’s Gift of Energy Program, anyone can make a payment toward a friend or family member’s energy bill in Delaware or Maryland. The gift will appear on a future bill as a credit to the recipient’s account.
Delmarva Power works closely with its community partners to connect customers with grants and programs like LIHEAP, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. LIHEAP provides grants in varying amounts based on a household’s income size, and type of fuel, with no pay back required. Delaware and Maryland residents can apply for assistance online though the Department of Health Services. Maryland customers can apply for LIHEAP energy assistance through the Department of Human Services website, by visiting a Local Energy Assistance Office, or by calling the Maryland Department of Human Services Office of Home Energy Programs at 800-332-6347.
Other programs supporting Delaware and Maryland customers include:
To learn more about Delmarva Power, visit The Source, Delmarva Power’s online news room. Find additional information by visiting delmarva.com, on Facebook at facebook.com/delmarvapower and on Twitter at twitter.com/delmarvaconnect. Delmarva Power’s mobile app is available at delmarva.com/mobileapp.
St. Matthew’s By-The-Sea UMC will be conducting a Summer Beach Camp: a week of learning about Jesus through stories, activities, and music.
This collaborative ministry with St Matthews and Scripture Union teams has been presented and enjoyed for many years.
What: Summer Vacation Children’s Ministry
Where: On the beach at the Dagsboro Street crossover
When: Monday – Friday, July 20-24, 2020; 9:30-noon
Inviting all children ages 5-12 for one day or the whole week!
For questions please contact the church at 302-537-1402
Registration forms will be available for completion at the church or at the ministry site.
Below is the link to Sussex County’s information on the census.
https://sussexcountyde.gov/us-census-2020
DNREC- Division of Water, Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section
Legal Notice
The Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, Division of Water, Wetlands and Subaqueous Lands Section, pursuant to the requirements of 7 Del C. Chapter 72: Subaqueous Lands, 7 DE Admin. Code 7504: Regulations Governing the Use of Subaqueous Lands and 7 DE Admin. Code 7501: Marina Regulations, hereby provides notice of an application and notice of a public hearing (Docket #2019-P-W-0033) regarding a permit application received from Christopher At the Townes At Bayshore Village, LLC., as described below.
Christopher At the Townes At Bayshore Village, LLC, has applied to construct and operate a new 18 slip minor marina by installing a 16 inch wide by 700 foot long portion of boardwalk, two (2) 6 foot wide by 24 foot long piers and five (5) boat lifts with four associated pilings each and to mechanically maintenance dredge 180± cubic yards to a depth of -3.5 feet MLW in portions of public subaqueous lands and two unnamed lagoons southeast of Lighthouse Cove, located adjacent to Lighthouse Cove Lane and to dispose of the dredged material on-site via sealed dump truck to a 22 foot wide by 110 foot long super silt fenced enclosed area to be dewatered, graded and capped with topsoil to be incorporated within a landscaped berm located east of Lighthouse Cove Lane at 38.452209, -75.057211, Fenwick Island, Sussex County, DE.
Please find the link to the proposed marina plans here: http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/Admin/Documents/dnrec-hearings/2019-P-W-0033/permit-application-christopher-at-the-townes-at-bayshore-village.pdf
| For additional information on the above matter, and to review this application online, visit https://de.gov/dnrechearings or contact Julie Molina, Division of Water, Wetlands and Subaqueous Section, 89 Kings Highway, Dover, DE, 19901; by phone at 302-739-9943; or, by email, at Julie.Molina@delaware.gov. |
The Fenwick Island Beach Patrol is hiring for the upcoming summer season!
12/6/19:
The Town Council passed resolution 100-2019 at the 12/6/19 Council Meeting in regards to the windfarm project.
12/2/19:
The Town of Ocean City has provided information to us in regards to the windfarm:
11/25/19:
Members of Fenwick Island Town Council stated at the October 25, 2019 Council meeting that they were not in support of the plans for the Fenwick Island State Park as presented.
Some members expressed frustration that Fenwick Island was not given an opportunity to have input about the proposed plans.
On November 5, 2019, Mayor Langan requested the support of the Association of Coastal Towns (ACT) in seeking information and input to the proposed plans. ACT voted to support our efforts.
Through discussions with Senator Hocker and Representative Gray, an informational workshop was held on November 19, 2019.
The Mayor has spoken to Secretary Garvin and Parks and Recreation Director Ray Bivens regarding the concerns of our citizens and property owners. The Mayor was assured by Secretary Garvin that Fenwick Island would be given an opportunity for input into the park plans going forward. Secretary Garvin also indicated that none of the park plans are firm and that they are very conceptual.
The Mayor, along with other Mayors of ACT, met with Secretary Garvin to discuss the proposed Fenwick Island State Park Plans and Ørsted transmission line landfall and met with Governor Carney to discuss the Coastal Community’s priorities which included the proposed Fenwick Island State Park and Ørsted transmission line landfall.
Our website:
We have requested ACT to sign a letter to Secretary Garvin with questions and concerns about the projects.
For more information in regards to the proposed changes, please visit destateparks.com/FenwickImprovements or call Matt Ritter at 302-739-9187.
The Town has sent DNREC, along with State and County representatives, a letter in opposition. In reply to the letter, Senator Hocker and Representative Gray will be holding a meeting on November 19, 2019 at 6:00 PM.
Any correspondence in regards to this project should be sent directly to the following:
DNREC – Secretary Shawn Garvin shawn.garvin@state.de.us
Governor John Carney john.carney@delaware.gov
Senator Tom Carper tom.carper@state.de.us
Senator Chris Coons chris.coons@state.de.us
Representative Lisa Blunt-Rochester kalila.hines2@mail.house.gov
Speaker of the House – Pete Schwartzkopf peter.schwartzkopf@state.de.us
Senator Gerald Hocker gerald.hocker@state.de.us
Representative Ron Gray ronald.gray@state.de.us
Sussex County Council:
IG Burton igburton@sussexcountyde.gov
Douglas Hudson doug.hudson@sussexcountyde.gov
John Rieley jlrieley@sussexcountyde.gov
DE State Parks Director – Ray Bivens raymond.bivens@state.de.us
Ørsted – Joy Weber JOYWE@orsted.com
The 2020 Solid Waste/Recycling & Yard Waste Calendar has been confirmed!
Click here to view it.
UPDATE 1/9/20:
Weather pending, the next concrete pour will be on Friday 1/10/20 beginning at 8:00 am. The north section of the roof will be poured.
UPDATE 12/27/19:
Weather pending, the next concrete pour will be on Monday 12/30/19 beginning at 8:00 am.
UPDATE 10/18/19:
Weather pending, the next concrete pour will be on Tuesday 10/22/19. The contractor will be pouring from the north entrance off James Street.
The pump truck will be arriving at 6am with the first concrete truck arriving between 6:15 and 6:30 am.
The notices to neighbors were delivered today, 10/18/19.
UPDATE 10/10/19:
Weather pending, the next concrete pour will be on Thursday 10/17/19.
The pump truck will be arriving at 6am with the first concrete truck arriving between 6:15 and 6:30 am.
The notices to neighbors will be delivered on 10/15/19.
UPDATE 8/21/19:
There will NOT be any concrete pouring for the remainder of this week as previously scheduled.
The next scheduled pour date will be Monday, August 26, 2019. Surrounding neighbors will be notified 48 hours in advance.
8/1/19:
The hotel being constructed at 1501 Coastal Highway (the former Sands Hotel) have given us their first concrete pour schedule. The concrete is scheduled for Monday, August 5, Thursday, August 8, and Friday, August 9. Rain may delay these dates. The process will begin at 6:30 am when the first concrete truck arrives on sight. At 6:30 am they will prime the first truck and at 7:00 am they will begin a full pump. The trucks will be on sight each day for 4-5 hours.
Surrounding neighbors will be contacted by Friday, August 2 regarding the pours.
The hotel contractor, Harkin’s, expects to have five trucks staged at the Chamber of Commerce. Traffic will be stopped occasionally, but flaggers will be present to assist with any traffic.
DelDOT has been notified, along with Bethany Beach Fire Department. Also, an extra duty police officer will be on sight to assist.