Wicked weather, school board elections, unhappy homeowners and more, it was a jam-packed week here along the coast, here is your Week in Review:
Affordable Housing:Â On Monday, a developer presented a proposal to rezone land in Georgetown to allow for workforce and affordable housing. If approved, the project would include 60 single-family homes, 28 duplexes, and 20 townhomes. No decisions have been made yet, but the proposal is expected to be up for a vote at a meeting scheduled for May 27.
School Board Elections Held Across Coastal Districts:
On Tuesday, school board elections were held along the coast. In the Cape Henlopen School District, incumbent Bill Collick retained his at-large seat on the board. In District C, Patty Maull received the most votes. Additional results, including outcomes from the Indian River School District, can be found here.
Osprey Point Residents Say They Were Misled by Developer:
On Wednesday, some residents of the Osprey Point neighborhood in Rehoboth Beach said they were misled by false advertising. Osprey Point is a luxury community with homes starting in the mid-$600,000s. Residents claim the developer, NV Homes, failed to deliver amenities promised in brochures, including a beach, dock, and infinity pool.
Paid Parking Season Begins in Coastal Towns:
Thursday marked the start of paid parking season in several coastal communities, including Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach and Fenwick Island. All four towns charge $4 per hour for parking.
Severe Storms Hit Delmarva
On Friday, storms swept across Delmarva, bringing high winds, rain, and hail as large as two inches in diameter in some areas. A tornado warning was issued during the severe weather event.