Newcastle County Council approves storage facility project and honors local leaders

A moment of silence and prayer for families affected by recent tragedies in Texas opened the New Castle County Council meeting on July 8, 2025, setting a somber tone for the evening. The council convened with 12 members present, moving swiftly through the agenda, which included the approval of minutes and a series of ordinances.

Among the key discussions was Ordinance 25-094, which proposes amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding open space and common facilities. Additionally, Ordinance 25-595 aims to adjust the Tax Stabilization Reserve account, while Ordinance 25-596 seeks funding to upgrade video production equipment for the Office of Technology.

The council also approved a consent calendar that included resolutions celebrating significant community figures. Resolution 25-116 honors Bishop Boston Ford Junior for 40 years of leadership, while Resolution 25-117 recognizes the life of Raymond Dickey Burris.

A notable item removed from the consent calendar was Resolution 25-118, which involves the Delaware Storage Solutions project. This resolution proposes the combination of two lots to construct a three-story self-storage building in Mill Creek Hundred, a project that has already been discussed in committee.

The meeting concluded with a clear focus on community development and honoring local leaders, reflecting the council's commitment to both progress and remembrance.