AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoFreshwater wetlands protection: Gov. Matt Meyer signed Senate Bill 9, creating Delaware’s first comprehensive program to protect freshwater wetlands and giving landowners a clearer, more predictable permitting path after the U.S. narrowed federal protections. Coastal resilience & navigation: The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers says repairs to the Indian River Inlet north jetty are planned for spring 2027, aiming to stabilize the navigation channel while also reducing erosion impacts. Local wildlife management: A Delaware-area contract story highlights how communities are using federal help to address goose problems—raising questions about methods like lasers and pyrotechnics and their effects on parks and water. Delaware River Basin fracking fight: A bid to lift the Delaware River Basin’s fracking ban fell short in Congress, keeping protections in place for millions who rely on the watershed. Next Generation 911: Delaware is moving ahead with Next Generation 911, expanding what callers can send (texts, photos, video) and funding the upgrade via a higher 911 surcharge starting Oct. 1, 2026. Wildlife habitat at the zoo: DNREC and the Delaware Zoological Society unveiled the year-round “Hidden Falls” exhibit at Brandywine Zoo, featuring species affected by habitat loss and the pet trade.
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