AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCoastal Weather: Delaware is under coastal flood alerts as an October nor’easter threatens the Mid-Atlantic with strong winds, large waves and flooding through midweek. Woodland Ferry: DelDOT is weighing fares or transferring operations for the historic Nanticoke River crossing, which costs about $755,000 a year to run. Local opponents say charging riders could further reduce use. Housing Costs: Dover’s new sprinkler mandate for newly built homes, duplexes and townhouses faces pushback from advocates and builders who warn it could add thousands to home costs. Small Business: Gov. Matt Meyer launched a pilot to coordinate applications and inspections for new businesses, replacing separate agency processes with one pathway. Delaware Courts: Albertsons is seeking at least $8 billion from Kroger in a Chancery Court trial over their failed merger; Kroger denies it owes damages. Government Transparency: A proposed FOIA overhaul could let agencies reject requests they deem overly broad or burdensome, prompting concerns about public access. Voting: Early voting in Delaware is set to begin Thursday, Oct. 22.
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