@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialClaymont makes history as Delaware's first unincorporated area to be designated a Downtown Development District, unlocking potential cost reimbursements for transformative projects!
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialCouncilman Carter's push for a new ordinance aims to ensure that large developments, especially data centers, have the necessary electric capacity before moving forward, aligning local decisions with state regulations.
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialA $7 million budget shortfall is forcing New Castle County's public works to make drastic cuts that could compromise safety and inflate future repair costs.
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialPublic Works is facing a $7 million budget shortfall that could compromise maintenance and put additional strain on already stretched crews.
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialCouncilman Carter is pushing for a groundbreaking ordinance that would require certification of electric capacity for major developments, ensuring our land-use and energy planning are in sync!
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialNew Castle County Council just passed a major overhaul of its development code to spur redevelopment of underused properties while ensuring community involvement on brownfield projects!
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialNew Castle County just approved a $160,000 grant to boost police mental health support by funding a clinician through ChristianaCare!
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialNew Castle County is set to invest $165,484.20 from the opioid settlement into a groundbreaking behavioral-health initiative aimed at enhancing community safety and support.
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialNew Castle County's police overtime spending has plummeted, but can technology like drones truly solve staffing shortages?
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@citizenptnewsde.bsky.socialResidents are demanding the cancellation of contracts with Flock and Axon, citing alarming misuse of license-plate readers and potential privacy violations.
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