AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDNREC Tick Watch: Delaware State Tick Biologist Dr. Ashley Kennedy is urging extra caution this summer, noting at least 15 tick species likely survive and reproduce in Delaware, with black-legged (deer) ticks and lone star ticks the main human concerns. PFAS Accountability: Chemours agreed to a $450M+ federal settlement over “forever chemical” PFAS contamination tied to its South Jersey operations, with required cleanup and pollution-reduction steps. Water Infrastructure for Parks: Preserve Our Park says Delaware bond funding will support phase-one work to study and modernize failing water infrastructure at Cape Henlopen State Park, including replacing an 80-year-old cast iron system. Local Governance & Land Use: Lewes City Council set a July 7 public hearing on a zoning administration code amendment, while Dewey’s planning and marketing committees are also moving forward with town initiatives tied to resilience and sustainability. Heat & Public Health: Philadelphia reported heat-related deaths after a deadly early-July heat wave, with cooling centers and a heatline expanded during the emergency. Coastal Wildlife Spotlight: Southern Living named Carolina Beach and Topsail Island among its “dream summer escape” beach towns, highlighting sea turtle conservation at Topsail Island.
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