AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 minutes agoLocal Government: Dover leaders Roy Sudler and Brian Lewis are pushing a $1-per-square-foot annual impact fee on large tax-exempt properties (over 50,000 sq. ft.), targeting sites like DSU, Bayhealth, Delaware Tech’s Terry Campus, and Legislative Hall; the city will study feasibility by late August, but legality and logistics are still under question. Public Safety: Delaware State Police are investigating after four people were shot outside a Waffle House in Newark early Saturday; all suffered non-life-threatening injuries and suspects fled. Weather & Health: Air quality alerts remain in effect across Delmarva as Canadian wildfire smoke spreads; Delaware is under a Code Red, with officials urging residents to stay indoors when possible. Flood Risk: A Delaware-area flood watch warns of flash flooding from heavy storms, with 2–3 inches of rain possible in 1–2 hours. Housing & Economy: ATTOM reports 227,548 U.S. foreclosure filings in the first half of 2026, up 21% year over year; Delaware is among states with a higher foreclosure filing rate. Consumer Protection: BBB Scam Tracker shows Bridgeville logged one scam report in June, while Delaware cities overall remain on the radar for fraud losses. Delaware Lottery: The state is rolling out Powerball Double Play, adding a second chance to win up to $10 million for $1 more per play. County Leadership: Delaware County named new interim and permanent leaders across the prison, Human Services, Public Defenders, and Medical Examiner’s Office.
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