Severe Weather Alert
National Weather Service Alert for Sussex County
Delaware Emergency Management Agency Update:
This morning’s latest from the National Weather Service.
A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from 10am this morning to 6am Wednesday.
A Wind Chill Advisory is in effect until 11am Wednesday.
Snow accumulations in New Castle County are forecast to be 8 to 12 inches. 6 to 10 inches of snow are forecast for Kent and Sussex Counties.
Snow will spread over the area toward mid-to-late morning, then continue through this evening.
Travel will become hazardous due to snow covered roads and periods of very low visibility. Areas of blowing and drifting snow will develop especially this evening and tonight. The afternoon and evening rush hour will be significantly impacted.
Winds from the northeast 15-25 MPH with gusts up to 35-40 MPH, becoming north and northwest overnight.
Temperatures will be mainly in the teens to 20s today, then dropping to the single digits tonight.
Wind chill to be as low as 10 below zero. These dangerous values can quickly cause frostbite to exposed skins and lead to hypothermia.
A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow are expected. Strong winds are possible. This will make travel very hazardous or impossible.
Areas of blowing and drifting snow will greatly reduce visibility, especially in open areas later Tuesday afternoon and Tuesday night. This will result in snow blowing back onto previously plowed roadways. Use extra caution if driving.
A Wind Chill Advisory means that very cold air and strong winds will combine to generate low wind chills. This will result in
frostbite and lead to hypothermia if precautions are not taken. If you must venture outdoors, make sure you wear a hat and gloves.
Town Hall will be Closed Monday January 20th, 2014 for MLK Day
The Town Hall for the Town of Blades will be closed on Monday January 20th, 2014 in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
“Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.” — Martin Luther King, Jr
Friday January 3rd, 2014 Town Hall Closed Due to Inclement Weather
Friday, January 3rd, 2014, the Town Hall is closed due to inclement weather. The state recommends those to stay off the roads due to poor road conditions. The town employees are out plowing the town roads. If you must venture out please do so with extreme caution. If you have a town emergency and need to reach maintenance personnel, please call Brandon Slater at 302-853-2002, for the town administrator, please call Vikki Prettyman at 302-853-0997. Again, please be safe if you must be out!!
Town Hall Closed New Years Day
Town Hall will be closed on New Years Day so our employees may enjoy the new year with their families. Please be safe and Have a Blessed New Year!
Suspicious Solicitors requesting to see your power bill…
We have received several complaints regarding suspicious door to door solicitors requesting to see your power bill and some citizens have received phone call regarding power bills. I have contacted Delmarva Power for comment and they are asking for people who have received the solicitations to please contact their customer service department to report the activity, their phone number is 800-375-7117.
Also, please be aware of the “GREEN DOT” scam currently being committed. please see www.delmarva.com/welcome/news/releases/archives/2013/article.aspx?cid=2416
Thank you,
Vikki Prettyman
Town Administrator
Resolution2013.12.09 R03 FY2014 Budget
The Town Council, at the December 9th Council meeting read and adopted the resolution #2013.12.09 R03 FY2014 Budget. Please click here to view the resolution 2013.12.09R03 FY14 Budget
Resolution 2013.12.09 R02 Water Rates
The Town Council meeting on December 9th, resolution #2013.12.09 R02 A Resolution adopting the rates to be charged for the supply of water, was passed unanimously. Please click on the link to view the resolution. 2013.12.09R02 Water Rates.
The new water rates are $21.50 which include up to 2000 gallons and $6.15 per thousand gallons after. The rates are effective for the January usage which will be billed in February. It is important to note that the town’s water rates are based on an equivalent dwelling unit (EDU). For those apartments and duplexes that only have one water meter you will be charged the per EDU rate for every unit in your complex/duplex. You will receive the minimum gallon allowance per EDU also. Example: If you have 2 units on one meter your base charge will be $21.50 x 2 = $43.00, if you have 6,000 gallons used, the first 4,000 gallons are the allowance (2,000 x 2 = 4,000), so you will be charged for 2,000 gallons at $6.15 x 2 = $12.30, your bill will be $43.00 + $12.30 = $55.30. Please contact Vikki Prettyman, Town Administrator, for any questions regarding the charges. Her email is vikkiprettyman@bladesde.com or town hall at 302-629-7366.
Resolution 2013.12.09R01 Administrative Processing Fee for Collection of Taxes
At the December 9th meeting of Town Council, resolution #2013.12.09 R01 Administrative Processing Fee for the Collection of Taxes, was passed by Council unanimously. Please click on the link to review the resolution. 2013.12.09R01 Admin Processing Fee PDF.
Employee Christmas Luncheon
On December 18th, 2013 from 12pm to 2pm the town hall will be closed for our Annual Employee Christmas Luncheon. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause you. Our payment drop box is at the front entrance and you can always use our online payment option to process your payment.
Thank you for your understanding and the employees of the Town of Blades would like to wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas!
Christmas Day: Town Hall will be closed…
Town Hall will be closed on Wednesday December 25th, 2013 so our employees can share the holiday with their friends and family. Town Council and the employees wish you a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!
