Live for Chocolate May 5th, 2017
Downtown Seaford & Blades – Come out and join us!
No Election in Blades for 2017
The Blades Election candidate filing deadline was Friday, March 3rd, 2017. The Mayoral position and 2 Council seats were open. We received candidate filing forms and the necessary election intention forms with campaign finance forms for 2 council seats and the mayoral seat. As of Friday, March 3rd, 2017 at 4:30 pm this was all the town had received therefore the town will not need to hold elections this year. Russell T Joseph and Lee Benningfield have both retained their council seats and David Ruff will be our new Mayor. All will be sworn in on April 10th, 2017. Councilman Ruff’s council seat will be open and council, by majority vote, can appoint a qualified person to fill the remainder of his seat till April 2018 election.
Any further questions or comments please contact Town Administrator, Vikki Prettyman, at 302-629-7366 or via email to vikkiprettyman@bladesde.com.
Section 12. Vacancies: If any vacancy shall occur in the office of Mayor or Councilman, by death, resignation, loss of residence in The Town of Blades, refusal to serve, failure to elect, or otherwise, the same may be filled by a majority vote of the remaining members of the Town Council, the person or persons so chosen to fill such vacancy or vacancies shall be qualified as in the case of newly elected members, and shall hold office for the remainder of the unexpired term.
Blades Kid’s Christmas Party
Town of Blades Kid’s Christmas Party is Sunday, December 4th, 2016 from 1pm to 3pm. Ages 3 to 10!
If you would like to sponsor the event please mail checks payable to the Town of Blades Kid’s Christmas Party to 20 W Fourth Street, Blades, DE 19973 attention: Vikki Prettyman.
Any questions please call Joe McCabe 302-841-5232 or Vikki Prettyman 302-629-7366 or 302-853-0997.
Special Election Results Nov. 21st, 2016
Special Election held on Monday, November 21st, 2016 from 2pm to 6pm determined whether the town should borrow an amount of money, not to exceed $820,000, to fund the water expansion project along Concord Road. It is anticipated that up to $615,000.00 of the amount drawn on the loan will be in grant funding by the department. The results of the special election is 25 Yes’s and 0 No’s.
Thank you for your support!
Vikki Prettyman
vikkiprettyman@bladesde.com
302-629-7366
302-853-0997
Experiencing Pink or Purplish water?
You may experience light pink or purplish water over the next few days. We are testing our greensand filters and had to shut the flow down to the filters for a short period of time. This caused us to give an extra amount of potassium permanganate into the system. Potassium permanganate is used to treat iron and maganese in our water. If you experience this discoloration it will not cause any harm. Any concerns please call town hall at 302-629-7366.
10/19/2016
3rd Annual Recycled Cardboard Boat Regatta
Saturday, August 6th, 2016, Reclaim Our River along with Delaware Nature Society, Town of Blades, DNREC, Nanticoke Watershed Alliance, Nanticoke River Sail & Power Squadron, and BEDCO hosted the 3rd Annual Recycled Cardboard Boat Regatta at the Nanticoke River Public Marine Park in Blades, DE. This event was attended by over 200 people and had 13 boats registered. Thank you to our sponsors Mow’N Trim, Peninsula Oil, and the Nanticoke River Yacht Club. Judging for the boats was conducted by Gallery 107 The Nanticoke River Arts Council and the Nanticoke River Sail & Power Squadron. Blades United Methodist Church sold food and drinks as a part of their fundraiser for repairs to the bell tower at the church.
Here are the winners:
• Best Decorated Boat – 82 Marine 1 – sponsored by the Lewes Fire Company and Captained by Sara Esposito
• Best Team Effort – Swamp Monster – sponsored by Trap Pond State Park and Captained by Courtney Betts
• Most Whimsical – Swamp Monster – sponsored by Trap Pond State Park and Captained by Courtney Betts
• Pride of the Fleet – 82 Marine 1 – sponsored by the Lewes Fire Company and Captained by Sara Esposito
• People’s Choice – Swamp Monster – sponsored by Trap Pond State Park and Captained by Courtney Betts
• Titanic Award – Ravenger – sponsored by Cub Scout Pack 182 and Captained by James & Avery Stroup
• Individual Race Winner – Hibiki – Captained by Troy Julian
• Family Race Winner – 82 Marine 1 – sponsored by the Lewes Fire Company and Captained by Sara Esposito
• Non Profits/Government – Swamp Monster – sponsored by Trap Pond State Park and Captained by Courtney Betts
• Businesses/Clubs – The Johnny – Sponsored by Johnny Janosik and Captained by Ken Everline
Photos of the event can be found here: RCBR Photo Album
More information is available at www.delawarewatersheds.org, or by contacting Phil Miller or 302-290-3578.
The 2016 Promo Video of past Recycled Cardboard Boat Regattas can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDqFDY7eQWU
The Reclaim Our River – Nanticoke Series is devoted to bringing monthly events, workshops and recreational activities to the Nanticoke Watershed. The series offers participants fun opportunities to connect with Delaware’s waterways and provides important information on water quality that can help in protecting aquatic resources.
VERY Successful 2016 Blades National Night Out
August 2nd, 2016 Blades National Night Out
The BNO was extremely successful this year thanks to all the efforts of Police Chief Paul Anthony. The Chief secured sponsorships from GMB, BVFC, Procino Plating, Farnell & Gast, Peninsula Oil, Harbor House, 1st State Lawn & Leaf, Seaford Rita’s Ice, Dukes Lumber, Rommel’s Ace Hardware, ASAP Stuff, Cafe Milano, Laurel Pizzaria, Lankford’s Gun Shop, i.g. Burton, Danny Short, Wal-Mart, & Sussex County Council.
We had Delaware State Police Aviation, Sussex County Paramedics, DELJIS, 911 Center, Western Sussex County Youth Soccer Association, Blades United Methodist Church, Blades Elementary School, Blades Volunteer Fire Company brought their smoke house, and WSUX broadcasted live from the park pavilion.
We handed out 200 frisbees, 300 t-shirts, 51 pizzas, 128 hamburgers, 200 hot dogs, 700+ beverages, and 200+ cups of Mango Rita’s Ice.
We also raffled off 6 bicycles with helmets! The crab raffle raised $700.00 for BNO!
We had over 600 in attendance! Everyone had a great time!
Mayor and Council wishes to thank all the employees and the Blades Volunteer Fire Company for all their assistance in making this a extremely successful national night out!
Brandon Slater, Water & Maintenance Supervisor, In recognition of 10 Years of Service
On Monday, August 8th, 2016, at the council meeting, Brandon Slater was recognized by Mayor and Council for his 10th anniversary with the town. Brandon started working for the town on July 24th, 2006. He has been very successful in advancing his skills and managing the progress for the town. He has served under various commissioners for the Water Department, Streets Department, and the Parks & Cemetery Department. Brandon has received many commendations for his snow plowing and streets management during snow events. He has also been nominated for Water Operator of the Year Award. He worked with the 100th Anniversary Committee to pull off a very successful weekend of celebration that included a parade and bbq. Brandon maintains his water and wastewater license and continues furthering his education through training sessions.
Whereas, Brandon Slater began a productive and challenging career with the Town of Blades on July 24th, 2006;
Whereas, Brandon Slater has been very successful in advancing his career and within the 10 years of his employment with the town;
Whereas, during the past decade, he has worked with several commissioners over the development of the Water & Maintenance Department, Parks & Cemetery Department, and the Streets Department;
Whereas, Brandon Slater has received many commendations for the snow plowing and road maintenance during snow events from citizens and council alike;
Whereas, Brandon Slater has been nominated for the Delaware Water Operator of the Year Award;
Whereas, Brandon Slater worked tirelessly with the team to have a successful 100th Anniversary Celebration for the town in May of 2015;
Whereas, he has maintained his water and wastewater license and continues furthering his education through training sessions in fields such as Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester Course, Cross-Connection Control Surveyor Course, Introduction to Cross-Connection Control, Disaster Management for Water & Wastewater Utilities, along with many others;
Now, Therefore, Be It Resolved, that on this 8th day of August, 2016, I, Mayor Robert Atkinson and the Town Council of the Town of Blades do hereby congratulate Brandon Slater on his many accomplishments and recognize his ten years of distinguished service to our community.
Be It Further Resolved, that we express our appreciation for his leadership and commitment and encourage him to continue to use his gifts and talents to improving and beautifying this community thereby making it a better place for future generations. In recognition of your 10-years of service, hard work, and dedication to the Town of Blades, its citizens, and your fellow employees as of August 8th, 2016 from July 24th, 2006 to July 24th, 2016.
2016 Blades National Night Out
Join us for the 11th Annual Blades National Night Out, Tuesday, August 2nd, 2016 from 6pm to 8pm, Blades Public Park, 100 E Seventh Street, Blades. Free Food and Giveaways, Bounce House, Costume Photo Booth, Nanticoke Health Services, WSUX is live broadcasting during the event, and much more!
Thank you to our sponsors!
George, Miles, Buhr, LLC
Blades Volunteer Fire Company
Mayor Robert Atkinson
Procino Plating, Inc.
Farnell & Gast, LLC
Peninsula Oil Company
Harbor House
1st State Lawn & Leaf
Dukes Lumber, Inc.
Cafe Milano
Laurel Pizzaria
Lankford’s Gun Shop
I.G. Burton
Rommel’s ACE Hardware
Sussex County Council
KCI Technologies
Burton’s Grand Rental
2016 Election Results
April 4th, 2016 Town of Blades Municipal Elections
The result for the Three (3) council seats for the Town of Blades is as follows:
BJ Hardin 54 Votes
John Reiss 54 Votes
David Ruff 55 Votes
Michael Smith 44 Votes
Town of Blades will swear in Councilmen-elect Hardin, Reiss, and Ruff on Monday, April 11th, 2016 at the town’s council meeting.
