Town of Milton

The committee discussed the FY2022 budget process, including the timeline for budget review and recommendations, and the review of capital expense items. Additionally, the committee scheduled upcoming budget presentation and review dates, addressed the appointment of a committee secretary, and discussed the proposed FY22 budget and fee schedule.

The agenda includes discussions and potential votes on capital improvement projects, including a 5 to 10 year plan, as well as future agenda items derived from previous meetings. New business items include proposed upgrades to boat slips, an update regarding sidewalk violations, and a recommendation concerning the removal of a stop sign at the intersection of Mariner Circle and Arch Street.

The meeting addressed several critical traffic calming issues. Unfinished business included tabling discussion on the committee's comprehensive plan and reviewing existing and future traffic measures, with updates from the Police Department regarding traffic violation data and the challenges of enforcement. A major focus was the proposed 4-way stop sign at Wharton & Chestnut; the Fire Chief strongly recommended against it, citing concerns about emergency vehicle response times, and suggested alternatives like highlighted crosswalks or rumble strips, while noting existing design flaws at the intersection. Public discussion further explored intersection safety, visibility, and traffic volume. The committee also discussed issues related to large truck traffic, including routing directed by GPS and Dogfish Head's truck movements, with action items assigned to gather related documentation from DelDOT. Finally, the results of a survey with 206 responses were reviewed, indicating speed and crosswalks as the top concerns. Action items were established to finalize survey documents, assemble the Advisory Report, and plan for walk audits, while research into Vision Zero principles was also discussed.

The meeting involved the approval of the agenda and the Project Manager's Report. A conceptual review and presentation was held for an applicant proposing demolition of a small attached shed addition and construction of a new, larger addition at 207 Federal Street, which received a straw poll approval of the concept pending a formal presentation.

The meeting included the approval of the agenda and previous minutes. Key old business discussions involved an overview of the Artesian / Allen-Harim project information and the preparation of letters to the Mayor, which Shannon, Frank, and Lou will finalize. The success of the 'Bargains on the Broadkill' event was noted, and it was determined that the next working retreat will focus on preparing for the DNREC grant. In new business, responsibilities were assigned for the upcoming Banjo and County Music Festival event, with John King taking the lead. The committee was unable to discuss internal operations due to time constraints.