Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization Announces Public Participation Plan Draft Published
Date Posted: Thursday, August 3rd, 2023Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization Announces Public Participation Plan Draft Published DOVER, DE: The Dover/Kent County MPO has announced that its new Public Participation Plan draft is now published for public comment. The PPP is “a kind of playbook that outlines how we are going to get every voice possible heard.” says Helen Wiles, Public Outreach Manager for the MPO. The new PPP is part of the preparation for 2024’s year-long public outreach for the MPO’s Metropolitan Transportation Plan. The public is encouraged to visit www.doverkentmpo.org to view the PPP draft and then take a survey. Comments will be accepted until September 6, 2023, when the MPO Council votes on adoption. Any comments or concerns that people have can be sent to Helen Wiles, Public Outreach Manager for the MPO. Ms. Wiles can be reached by phone at 302-387-6026 or by email at helen.wiles@doverkentmpo.org. The Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization is a federally funded not-for-profit that works with local, state, and federal governments and local transportation organizations to ensure that transportation planning and projects comply with Federal mandates.
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Dover/Kent County MPO Awards Downtown Dover Partnership Mini-Grant for Innovative Parklet Project
Date Posted: Thursday, June 15th, 2023FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Dover/Kent County MPO Awards Downtown Dover Partnership Mini-Grant for Innovative Parklet Project Dover, Kent County – June 15, 2023 – The Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) is delighted to announce that the Downtown Dover Partnership has been awarded a mini-grant as part of the MPO’s Parklet Pilot Program. This initiative aims to enhance public spaces in the downtown area by introducing innovative parklets that provide opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and social interaction. The Dover/Kent County MPO encourages other municipalities within the region to explore the potential of parklets as a means of transforming their public spaces. The Parklet Pilot Program showcases the MPO’s dedication to fostering sustainable and inclusive communities, promoting active transportation, and enhancing the quality of life for residents. For more information on Dover Kent County MPO, please visit www.doverkentmpo.org or call Helen Wiles at 302-387-6026.
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Dover Kent MPO announces four studies now open for public comment.
Date Posted: Thursday, June 15th, 2023FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Helen Wiles, Public Outreach Manager, at 302.387.6026 or email helen.wiles@doverkentmpo.org Dover Kent MPO announces four studies now open for public comment. Dover Kent MPO is pleased to announce that four studies are now open for public comment. The studies and much ancillary information from public workshops and presentations are viewable on the Dover/Kent MPO website under “Current Studies” (http://www.doverkentmpo.org/current-study-pages). All of these studies are now open for public comment until July 6, 2023, when they will be voted on and accepted by the Dover/Kent County MPO council. The studies include the Smyrna Clayton Boulevard Intersection Study, the Trap Shooters Interchange Study, the N. Walnut/N. Rehoboth Blvd./10th St. Interchange Study, and the Dover High School Walk Zone Study. Any questions or concerns can be directed to James Galvin, Principal Planner, at james.galvin@doverkentmpo.org.
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Upcoming workshops!
Date Posted: Friday, April 28th, 2023FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For more information, contact: Helen Wiles, Public Outreach Manager, at 302.387.6026 or email helen.wiles@doverkentmpo.org Dover Kent MPO announces two public workshops coming in May. Dover Kent MPO is pleased to announce two public workshops coming to Kent County in May. The first workshop will be held on May 2nd, 2023, at the Dover Capital School District Office Board Room at 198 Commerce Way in Dover from 5:30-7pm. The City of Dover remains concerned about the safety of students walking to the Dover High School on Forrest Ave. west of Mifflin Road. The workshop will outline recommendations to improve safety and connectivity for pedestrians and cyclists in the Dover High School walk zone. The second workshop will be held on May 4th, 2023, at Chesapeake Utilities on at 500 Energy Lane in Dover from 4:30-6:30 The workshop is part of the MPO study of Bay Road Pedestrian and Walking Trails. This study aims to improve pedestrian access to and from the Energy Lane facilities, including Bay Road businesses, DelDOT campus, Kent County office, Ben Hen Corporate Center, and the St. Jones Greenway. These workshops will provide an opportunity for the public to learn about the studies, share their feedback and ideas, and provide input on the proposed alternatives. Any questions or concerns can be directed to James Galvin, Principal Planner, at james.galvin@doverkentmpo.org. For more information on Dover Kent County MPO, please visit www.doverkentmpo.org or call Helen Wiles at 302-387-6026. The Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization is a federally funded not-for-profit that works with local, state, and federal governments and local transportation organizations to ensure that transportation planning and projects comply with Federal mandates. The Dover/Kent County MPO is committed to Title VI compliance. Title VI states, “No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” ###
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DOVER/KENT MPO ANNOUNCES KENT COUNTY EAST-WEST TRUCK FREIGHT ROUTE FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS
Date Posted: Tuesday, January 17th, 2023Media Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Helen Wiles, Public Outreach Manager 302-387-6026 helen.wiles@doverkentmpo DOVER/KENT MPO ANNOUNCES KENT COUNTY EAST-WEST TRUCK FREIGHT ROUTE FEASIBILITY ANALYSIS Dover Kent MPO is pleased to provide a new study and corresponding publication, The Kent County East-West Truck Freight Route Feasibility Analysis Phase 1. Funded by FHWA, FTA, DelDOT and Kent Economic Partnership, this resource is intended to examine the existing conditions of east-west routes in Kent County, Delaware, and determine the most beneficial and effective improvements to east-west freight routes. The study also offers potential alternatives to the existing conditions; through these examples, municipalities may then consider changes in local infrastructure that will benefit both truck drivers and the community. Linda Parkowski, Executive Director of the Kent Economic Partnership speaks to why the Partnership asked the MPO to do the study, as well as look to the future for freight in Kent County. “The East/West Freight Routes Study Phase 1 is a crucial step towards enhancing Kent County’s travel infrastructure and making it a more attractive location for major employers in the warehouse, distribution, and logistics industry. The Rockport 2.0 study highlighted the importance of access to travel infrastructure, and this Phase 1 study will serve as a beginning to guide the county in addressing those concerns.” This study is one of two phases, consisting of the feasibility aspects of east-west freight in Kent County. It proposes both short-term and mid-term solutions that alleviate some of the challenges associated with truck movement in Kent County. It also proposes a viable east-west route that trucks will be able to use in the coming years, and in doing so, bypass downtown areas. The second phase, which will include the required engineering analysis, will be completed at a later date. The complete study document is available on the MPO website: https://doverkentmpo.delaware.gov/projects/ Comments may be submitted on the website under suggestion box, by email helen.wiles@doverkentmpo.org or by phone (302) 387-6030. Any questions or concerns can be directed to James Galvin, Principal Planner at james.galvin@doverkentmpo.org. For more information on Dover Kent County MPO, please visit www.doverkentmpo.org or call Helen Wiles at 302-387-6026. The Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization is a federally funded not-for-profit that works with local, state and federal governments along with local transportation organizations to ensure that transportation planning and projects are done in compliance with Federal mandates. The Dover/Kent County MPO is committed to Title VI compliance. Title VI states “No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” ###
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Smyrna Clayton Blvd. PUBLIC WORKSHOP
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Trap Shooters Rd. PUBLIC WORKSHOP
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Virtual Tip Tour Now Available!
Date Posted: Tuesday, December 13th, 2022You can see our virtual tour by visiting our website, youtube channel or clicking HERE Está disponible en español AQUÍ
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Dover Air Force Base (DAFB) Compatible Use Study INTERACTIVE PLANNING SESSIONS
Date Posted: Friday, September 9th, 2022In-person Only: DelDOT Administration Building-East 1st Floor South Entrance- Delaware Room 800 S. Bay Road, Dover, DE For more information, please visit: https://deldot.gov/projects/Studies/dafb/ The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) along with its consultants, are conducting a study to support the long term viability of the DAFB. Community members, stakeholders and property owners are cordially invited to participate in this two-day community engagement event to consider future land use opportunities for the borrow pits located at 3700 Bay Road. Your feedback is important to us and to the success of this study! Participants are strongly encouraged to attend the entirety of both sessions in order to fully engage with this collaborative planning experience. The in-person schedule is as follows: Please contact, Humaira Y. Nabeela at 302-760-2174 or email Humaira.nabeela@delaware.gov for questions, additional information, and to register. Registration (not required) can also be submitted at: https://forms.gle/yDCbPkYnjfPsn3Wn7 We look forward to your participation! A written record of the proceedings will be available after each meeting on the project website listed above. September 27 October 4 4:00 to 4:30PM Welcome & Introductions Project and Process Overview Overview of alternative design concepts 4:30 to 6:00PM Small group tabletop exercises Small group evaluation of alternatives 6:00 to 7:00 PM Large group debrief and adjournment Preliminary concept plan and principles Dover Air Force Base (DAFB) Compatible Use Study INTERACTIVE PLANNING SESSIONS September 27th AND October 4th, 2022 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
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DOVER/KENT MPO ANNOUNCES RAIL CORRIDOR INDUSTRIAL USE LAND STUDY
Date Posted: Friday, September 9th, 2022FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Helen Wiles, Public Outreach Manager, Dover/Kent MPO, 302.465.2438 or helen.wiles@doverkentmpo.org September 7, 2022 DOVER/KENT MPO ANNOUNCES RAIL CORRIDOR INDUSTRIAL USE LAND STUDY KENT COUNTY DELAWARE: The Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization has released the final document for the Rail Corridor Industrial Land Use Study. It was voted on for final approval at the Council Meeting held on September 7, 2022. The purpose of the study is to be A technical identification of available land adjacent to rail corridors which could be designated and preserved for industrial use in Kent County, Delaware. Funded by FHWA, FTA, DelDOT and the Kent Economic Partnership, this resource is intended to show the importance between local government comprehensive plans and how these documents can support state and regional rail freight plan goals and objectives, better coordination between local and state government, and rail operators land use decisions, and attract rail freight related manufacturing/employment centers to Kent County, Delaware. Linda Parkowski, Executive Director of the KEP and Choose Central Delaware says “The Rail Study will bring awareness of importance of preserving and zoning land along the rail corridor in Kent County for appropriate uses. There is a finite amount of rail in Central Delaware and this study highlights the need to use it wisely for future generations.” The entire study can be read on the Dover Kent MPO website at www.doverkentmpo.org. Any questions or concerns about this study can be directed to James Galvin, Principal Planner at james.galvin@doverkentmpo.org. The Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization is a federally mandated not-for-profit that works with local, state and federal governments along with local transportation organizations to ensure that transportation planning and projects are done in compliance with Federal law to include the Federal Clean Air Act and the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act (FAST). The Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization is committed to equity and Title VI compliance. Title VI and Environmental Justice stem from the 1964 Civil Rights Act stating that “No person in the United States shall, on the ground of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” For more information on the Dover/Kent County MPO, please visit www.doverkentmpo.org or call Helen Wiles at 302-387-6026.
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