Historic Lewes Byway Archives - Delaware Greenways https://delawaregreenways.org/tag/historic-lewes-byway/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 17:53:15 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://delawaregreenways.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/favicon.png Historic Lewes Byway Archives - Delaware Greenways https://delawaregreenways.org/tag/historic-lewes-byway/ 32 32 Kings Highway Public Workshop https://delawaregreenways.org/events/kings-hwy-workshop-24-1/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=kings-hwy-workshop-24-1 https://delawaregreenways.org/events/kings-hwy-workshop-24-1/#respond Tue, 20 Feb 2024 21:00:00 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?post_type=tribe_events&p=43674 DelDOT is seeking public input on the proposed improvements along Kings Highway, including multi-modal facilities for bicyclists and pedestrians.

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The Delaware Dept. of Transportation (DelDOT) invites you to the US 9 (Kings Highway) from SR 1 to Freeman Highway In-Person Public Workshop on February 20th, 2024 (details provided at right). 

They are seeking public input on the proposed widening and intersection improvements along Kings Hwy in Lewes, to improve traffic operation and capacity, improve multimodal facilities, and integrate the recommendations of local initiatives. 

Improvements proposed for these existing intersections: 

  • Dartmouth Drive
  • Clay Road
  • Gills Neck Road
  • Freeman Highway

New intersection proposed at:

  • Gills Neck Road and Freeman Hwy
The purpose of this workshop is to present the revised concept design and update the public on the upcoming design schedule. Members of the project team will be available to answer questions. Workshop materials will be posted on the Kings Highway DelDOT website following the workshop. US 9, Kings Highway, Dartmouth Drive to Freeman Highway Project Website – DelDOT
 
Read the HLB Management Committee’s recommendation for the project: 

Comments can be mailed to DELDOT Community Relations, P.O. Box 778, Dover, DE 19903 or sent via email to dotpublic@delaware.gov. The deadline for comments is Friday, March 22, 2024.

Kings Highway In-Person Public Workshop

Date: Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Time: 4:00pm – 7:00pm
Location: Cape Henlopen High School, 1250 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958 (Google Maps)
Accessibility: This facility is accessible to persons with physical disabilities.

This is an open house style workshop, so you can arrive at your own convenience. 

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]]> https://delawaregreenways.org/events/kings-hwy-workshop-24-1/feed/ 0 Outside Mag: Wilmington is Happy! https://delawaregreenways.org/outside-magazine/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=outside-magazine Fri, 20 Oct 2023 18:49:47 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=43233 "What constitutes a happy town? It comes down to things like ample outdoor access for all, affordability, a safe environment, diversity, and freedom for residents to be who they are."

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Outside Magazine Places Wilmington on it's Happiest Towns List

“What constitutes a happy town? It comes down to things like ample outdoor access for all, affordability, a safe environment, diversity, and freedom for residents to be who they are.”

“This place prides itself on outsize access to the outdoors.” Yes we do!

In placing Wilmington in the “Happiest Places” category, Outside Magazine shares many of the great qualities that bring many to live within its borders and visit:

  • Walkability
  • Numerous recreation areas
  • LGBTQ+ community inclusivity
  • Celebration of music
  • Efforts to remove barriers to state park access
  • The city to city Jack A. Markell Trail
  • And, the Northern Delaware Greenway Trail!


That last item is the one that built our 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, as we built it.
An important undertaking, as the magazine points out:

“Residents have long valued greenspace. In the 1990s, Wilmingtonians fought development of a shopping mall and formed a coalition that worked for 25 years to build the Northern Delaware Greenway Trail; its 10.4 paved miles link numerous parks, playgrounds, historic estates, the Brandywine Zoo, museums, commercial zones, and schools.” Read the article.

Close to 35 years later, we continue to place our energy behind safe, accessible trails in Wilmington, and throughout Delaware. Projects include the Wilmington Loop, Newport River and Commons Blvd Trails, East Coast Greenway in DE, Savannah Road, Georgetown-Lewes Trail, and ones along the Delaware Bayshore Byway. All will have important impacts on the mental, physical, economical and environmental health of Delaware. We are proud to be helping to make all of Delaware a happier place to live in and visit!

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]]> Listening Sessions Set for Input on Ocean and Bay Plan https://delawaregreenways.org/listening-sessions-ocean-bay-plan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=listening-sessions-ocean-bay-plan Mon, 26 Jun 2023 20:00:47 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=42211 DNREC is hosting three open house listening sessions to find out how people use the ocean and bay, and to learn what is important to them.

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Meetings Planned in Each of Delaware’s Three Counties

From State of Delaware News:

Balancing how to best protect our marine resources while considering the needs of people who use or make their livelihood in Delaware’s Bay and ocean waters is the goal of an ocean and bay plan being developed by the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC).

To help develop the plan, DNREC is hosting three open house listening sessions to get feedback on how people use the ocean and bay, and to learn what is important to them.

“From our long-established fishing industry and commercial transport to tourism businesses to recreation and the emerging needs of clean energy, the Delaware Bay and ocean are key components of Delaware’s economy,” said DNREC Secretary Shawn M. Garvin. “At the same time, the ocean and bay are essential components of Delaware’s ecosystem that directly impact human well-being, from food security to public health. This plan will help us identify priorities and balance these sometimes competing interests.”

The listening sessions will take place in each of the three counties.

  • Wednesday, June 28, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the Route 9 Library & Innovation Center, 3022 New Castle Ave., New Castle
  • Wednesday, July 12, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., at the Lewes Public Library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes
  • Sunday, July 23, 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Dover Public Library, 35 Loockerman Plaza, Dover


More details about the plan, listening sessions, and access to meeting materials, can be found HERE.

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]]> Savannah Road Master Plan Workshop https://delawaregreenways.org/savannah-road-workshop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=savannah-road-workshop Tue, 11 Apr 2023 18:33:51 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=41366 Review the Savannah Road Master Plan's background and goals, its study area, and overall schedule. Your feedback is welcomed and appreciated!

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If you missed this workshop, view presentation boards HERE and share your comments by 5/26/23, via email to: savannahroadlewes@publicinput.com OR by phone: 855-925-2801 (Code: 4785) .

On Wednesday, April 26, 2023, the public is invited to attend an in-person open house style workshop that is being hosted by the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) in partnership with Delaware Greenways and the Historic Lewes Byway about the development of a Master Plan for Savannah Road.

At this workshop, the public will have an opportunity to review the project background and goals, its study area, and overall schedule. The public will also have an opportunity to provide their input and help inform the development of potential improvements to be included in the master plan document.

More information on the Historic Lewes Byway projects can be found on our website page.

Or contact:
Kelly Valencik, Delaware Byway Coordinator, DelDOT
kelly.valencik@delaware.gov

The workshop location is accessible to persons with disabilities. Persons who require auxiliary aids and services such as qualified interpreters are requested to contact DelDOT by phone at 1-800-652-5600 or by mail to DelDOT Community Relations, P.O. Box 778, Dover, DE 19903 one week in advance.

Savannah Road Master Plan Workshop
DATE: Wednesday, April 26th, 2023
TIME: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
LOCATION:  Lewes Elementary School
ADDRESS: 820 Savannah Road, Lewes 19958 (Google Maps) 

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]]> Grant Writer Position https://delawaregreenways.org/grant-writer-position/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=grant-writer-position Mon, 11 Jul 2022 16:12:36 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=38796 Share your input on future planned efforts to improve the amenities and services provided to Cape Henlopen State Park visitors.

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Rewarding work creating outdoor connections

Delaware Greenways seeks part-time, experienced grant writer to help it fulfill its mission to develop and promote trails, pathways and scenic road corridors that welcome all people and communities.
 
Working remotely, this creative thinker and writer will research, identify, and write grant proposals to support the organization’s priorities, playing a vital role in helping Delaware Greenways achieve its vision to empower everyone to live healthier lives as they discover and enjoy the outdoors.
 
Qualifications and Skills Needed:
 
  • Experience in identifying, applying for, and receiving grants from public and private sources is a priority.
  • Initiative-taking
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Comfortable collaborating closely with staff and potential donors on grant proposals.
 
Interested or to learn more about the position, contact Mary Roth at mroth@delawaregreenways.org

Learn more about Delaware Greenways HERE.

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]]> Cape Henlopen State Park Improvements Survey https://delawaregreenways.org/cape-henlopen-state-park-improvements/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cape-henlopen-state-park-improvements Thu, 16 Jun 2022 16:04:29 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=38563 Share your input on future planned efforts to improve the amenities and services provided to Cape Henlopen State Park visitors.

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DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation Public Survey will help guide improvements.

On June 13, 2022, DNREC’s Division of Parks and Recreation hosted a community meeting from 5:30-7:30 at the Cape Henlopen State Park Officer Club/Youth Camp III building. The meeting featured a series of informational boards highlighting progress throughout the park, upcoming capital projects and future planned efforts to improve the amenities and services provided to park visitors. – DNREC

The 2022 Cape Henlopen State Park Improvement Update boards that were on display at the open house are available to Download Here.

The Division of Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on improvements at Cape Henlopen State Park, including the Biden Environmental Education Center, campground expansion, Fort Miles Museum and Historical Area, park office, trail system, utility upgrades, bathrooms and food service amenities. -DNREC

There are a lot of additions to the park’s trail system that Delaware Greenways is especially excited about….the finalized Cape Henlopen Trail Master Plan proposes an increase of 15.7 miles of trails for a total of 35 miles of trails in the park.

Share your feedback… Please take time to review the Improvement Update Boards to see the proposed changes (including trail additions), and then complete the Division of Parks and Recreation’s survey.

PARK IMPROVEMENTS SURVEY

Learn more about Cape Henlopen State Park HERE.

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]]> Historic Lewes Byway Public Workshop https://delawaregreenways.org/historic-lewes-byway-public-workshop/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=historic-lewes-byway-public-workshop Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:50:11 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=37535 DelDOT will present proposed changes to Historic Lewes Byway intersections, and seek public input at virtual workshop.

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February 23rd at 4:00 pm

On Thursday, February 23rd a virtual presentation will be given by the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) about proposed changes to Historic Lewes Byway intersections.
 

“The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is seeking public input on the proposed widening and intersection improvements along Kings Highway (US 9) to improve traffic operation and add additional capacity to accommodate future growth. Intersection improvements are proposed at the existing Kings Highway intersections with Dartmouth Drive, Clay Road, Gills Neck Road, and Freeman Highway as well as adding a new intersection between Gills Neck Road and Freeman Highway. The limits of the project are from SR 1 to Freeman Highway near Lewes, Sussex County. The purpose of this workshop is to present the concept design and update the public on the upcoming design schedule. Display plans and project information will be provided for public review and comment. Attendees will also have the option to download materials from the project website.” – DelDOT

The presentation will be given followed by a live question and answer session with project team members. A recording of the workshop will be available on the on our Historic Lewes Byway Management page following the workshop.

Workshop Zoom Link

4/11/22 UPDATE: No more public meetings are currently scheduled for this project; however, comments can be submitted and more information including workshop items can be found by searching “Canary Creek” at deldot.gov/projects. Comments can also be made by calling 302-760-2299 or emailing dotpublic@delaware.gov [Cape Gazzette]

DelDOT Public Workshop

DATE: Wednesday, February 23rd
TIME: 4:00 pm
LOCATION:  Virtual
ZOOM LINK: Here
CALL IN: 301 715 8592
WEBINAR ID: 832 6225 2351
PASSCODE:  152753

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]]> New Road Corridor Master Plan – Public Meeting #1 https://delawaregreenways.org/new-road-master-plan-2-2/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-road-master-plan-2-2 Wed, 05 Dec 2018 20:15:47 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=18600 A public workshop for the New Road Corridor Master Plan took place on Tuesday, November 27th.  Over 100 people in attendance were asked to help define the desired future character […]

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]]> A public workshop for the New Road Corridor Master Plan took place on Tuesday, November 27th.  Over 100 people in attendance were asked to help define the desired future character of New Road in the face of changing land use, flooding and drainage problems, non-motorized accessibility and recreational opportunities, and anticipated vehicular transportation projects along this well traveled road.  The planning effort is being led by Lardner/Klein Landscape Architects, PC and Delaware Greenways, Inc.   The presentation and the displays from the public meeting can be accessed at http://www.lardnerklein.com/new-road-corridor-master-plan.html.  Comments and suggestions received from the public are now being analyzed and from the comments a series of recommendations will be prepared for presentation to the public at future meetings.  Delaware Greenways supports the Historic Lewes Byway with funding provided by its membership and through donations from our friends.

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]]> Historic Lewes Byway New Road Master Plan Event & Reception https://delawaregreenways.org/historic-lewes-byway-new-road-master-plan-event-reception/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=historic-lewes-byway-new-road-master-plan-event-reception Thu, 11 Oct 2018 13:12:00 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=18471 On October 24th the Historic Lewes Byway Committee held a reception to thank Senator Ernesto Lopez and State Representative Steve Smyk for graciously funding the New Road Corridor Master Plan, […]

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]]> On October 24th the Historic Lewes Byway Committee held a reception to thank Senator Ernesto Lopez and State Representative Steve Smyk for graciously funding the New Road Corridor Master Plan, and other government agencies involved in and supporting the plan. Delaware Greenways has donated their expertise in assisting with the transportation element of the New Road CMP. We know the positive effects that can be made with the proper plan, and are glad to be a part of the process and eventual outcome of this one. It’s an extremely important step for this area.

To read more about the New Road Master Plan visit:

http://www.lardnerklein.com/new-road-corridor-master-plan.h…

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]]> New Road Master Plan https://delawaregreenways.org/new-road-master-plan/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=new-road-master-plan Fri, 31 Aug 2018 15:31:45 +0000 https://delawaregreenways.org/?p=18327 Delaware Greenways is supporting the efforts of the Historic Lewes Byway Committee on the New Road Corridor Master Plan.  The Master Plan is to identify a vision for New Road […]

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]]> Delaware Greenways is supporting the efforts of the Historic Lewes Byway Committee on the New Road Corridor Master Plan.  The Master Plan is to identify a vision for New Road in the context of the changing landscape.  The New Road corridor is part of the Historic Lewes Byway and consists of transportation routes traveling through the Lewes area with special intrinsic scenic, historic, natural, cultural, recreational, or archaeological qualities.

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