New Castle County Board of Commissioners General Meeting
The board meeting primarily focused on a legal training session conducted by the County Attorney. Key discussion topics included the establishment and legal authority of the Police Accountability Board, the requirements of the Delaware Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and the Police Officers Due Process Accountability and Transparency Act. Members discussed the role of the board in providing advice on police policies, training, and community relations. The session also covered compliance with statutory requirements, such as mandatory community training and the submission of annual reports, while clarifying the board's lack of independent investigatory or subpoena powers.
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Newcastle County Fire Service Strategic Planning Committee Meeting
The committee discussed funding strategies for an operational study, noting that contributions are suspended until RFP results are available. The procurement process for the operational study was reviewed, including timelines for vendor inquiries, bid submissions, and evaluation phases. Members examined the Sussex County RFP model as a reference for their own process. Additionally, the committee engaged in a detailed discussion regarding billing challenges, specifically addressing the rate of return on basic life support runs and the financial losses stemming from unreimbursed calls.
Sep 26, 2026·Board meeting
New Castle County Police Accountability Board Meeting Minutes
The board discussed committee reports, including the formation of a work group to review policies regarding shooting at moving vehicles. Legal counsel provided information regarding upcoming training on public meeting requirements and FOIA compliance. The police department report covered upcoming community events, the successful integration of recent academy graduates into staffing, the implementation of a pilot program for two-officer patrol cars to handle priority calls, and updates on the capabilities of the Real Time Information Center, including the use of intelligence technology and drones.
Sep 9, 2026·Board meeting
Fire Service Strategic Planning Committee Meeting
The committee discussed the selection process for the Request for Proposal regarding an operational study, deciding that the full committee would serve as the selection committee for incoming bids. There was extensive discussion regarding the funding source for the study and the legal implications of releasing an RFP without a secured budget. The committee debated the accuracy of records from previous meetings concerning the release of the RFP and funding commitments, ultimately voting to reconsider the record of those proceedings to verify whether specific motions were accurately captured.
