28.1.12

Next Brokland Terrace Civic Club Meeting 7PM February 6th - Marbrook Elementary School 2101 Centerville Road



Next Brookland Terrace Civic Club Meeting 7PM February 6th


Marbrook Elementary School 2101 Centerville Road

- Snow Plowing Issues

When snow is forecast please make every effort to move cars off the street so we can do the best job of plowing

-The 100 Block of N.Woodward is a particular difficult street to plow due to the lack of off street parking , as are sections of Ohio & Armstrong Ave .

- What are some solutions to off street parking & snow plowing ? Ideas Any One ?



- 2012 Dues update

A Big Thank You to the 90 neighbors who have paid their Civic Club dues




Dear Neighbors ,

We are off to a good start with our annual civic club dues drive with 90 neighbors having paid dues in 2012 .

The cost of membership is still $10 . We our hoping that everyone will do their fair share and pay their dues in a timely fashion .

The past two winters with higher then average snowfall have been a serious financial hardship on the civic club .

Thanks to the Del-DOT partial reimbursement program we were able to pay for plowing and still provide many activities for the community .

We would again like to remind everyone that you do get a lot for your $10 . We host many community events , We provide newsletters & a blog containing current events . We work with local governments to strive towards improving our community . And yes we do plow . Please remember the plowing is restricted by the amount of dues we collect .

This is your community and we are only asking that each household do their part to ensure that we are able to continue to provide all the above services that go into making Brookland Terrace a great place to live . If you have any questions about your membership dues please call Chuck (President) 463-2239 or Phil (Vice President) 357.6802 or email brooklandterrace@gmail.com

We want to extend our thanks to the 90 neighbors who have paid their 2012 dues.



http://brooklandterracecivicclub.blogspot.com

27.1.12

Dog Found Owner

I would just like to update everyone...




This handsome fellow is back home. his owner saw our "found dog" flyer in the concord pet store, called us & picked him up yesterday evening! they are so very happy to be reunited!!! what a great feeling.


THANKS ~ Sonja Carducci

26.1.12

Civic League For New Castle County Meeting: Monday Feb. 20th , 2012 at 6:45 PM - Del-DOT Secretary Bhatt



On Monday, Ferbruary 20, 2012, the Civic League for New Castle County will host Delaware Trasportation Secretary Shailen Bhatt for a presentation on his plans for DelDOT moving forward. After today's front page News Journal report, this should be a rather informative event.

Secretary Bhatt will speak from 7-8 PM.

Thereafter we will hear a presentation from the Red Clay School District committee on their referendum plans in the near future.

This meeting will start at 6:45 PM, in the Paris Community Room, Delaware State Police Troop 2, 100 LaGrange Ave, Bear.

The public is urged to attend.

Prepared by Chuck Mulholland
President, Civic League for New Castle County
302-378-4216 cemulholland@gmail.com


_____________________________________________________________________________


The state of DelDOT: Looking back on seven months
Written by SHAILEN P. BHATT
Feb. 5, 2012

When I was appointed Delaware's ninth Secretary of Transportation in July, Gov. Jack Markell directed me to take a close look at how DelDOT operates. As a former executive with the Federal Highway Administration, I was asked to examine the Department with "outsider's eyes," and to bring a fresh perspective on how to make DelDOT a world-class transportation agency.

I can report that although DelDOT still faces significant challenges, much of what I found is positive. Our road network is also in good shape, with 89 percent of our pavements in fair or better condition and 94 percent of our non-interstate bridges in fair or better condition statewide. On our interstates, 100 percent of our bridges are in fair or better condition. Our transit and DMV services are well-regarded nationally for delivering services efficiently and safely. And I am especially proud of DelDOT's ability to mobilize in the face of emergencies, exemplified by the dedicated way our team responded to Hurricane Irene.

In transportation construction, DelDOT continues to deliver major new projects, including the new highway-speed toll lanes on I-95 last summer and the new Indian River Inlet Bridge. Major work is under way on the heavily traveled Del.1/I-95 interchange and the U.S. 202/I-95 interchange.

Over the past seven months, we have also been working to create a culture change within the department. This new culture is embodied by the acronym "TEAM DELDOT" -- meaning that we want to create a department that is transparent, efficient and accountable, and that measures results. With the help of our new senior management team and our many dedicated employees, we are making great progress.

That said, DelDOT still faces several challenges. On the budgeting side, instead of "business as usual," we began a new approach, which we unveiled with Gov. Markell and OMB Director Ann Visalli two weeks ago. In years past, the size of DelDOT's capital program was often based on how much we could borrow, not what we could actually spend. This resulted in increased debt service, as well as projects being authorized but not built. Although DelDOT's debt is well-structured (with 60 cents of every dollar going toward principal), 36 percent of our proposed fiscal year 2013 budget is for debt service. DelDOT did not borrow this year, saving $10 million in debt service, and we need to continue to reduce this percentage over the next few years.
This year, we have proposed a $180 million capital program. This program is robust, in that it will create jobs while meeting Delaware's growing transportation needs. It is realistic, in that is in line with what DelDOT has been able to spend over the last five years. And it is responsible, in that it minimizes borrowing costs.

How can we maintain a robust, realistic and responsible budget in future years? First, we will determine the cost of maintaining our existing infrastructure in a state of good repair. Second, the remaining funds will be used to create the capital program. Third, because a responsible budget distinguishes between needs and wants, DelDOT is engaging in a top-to-bottom review of authorized projects to determine which projects should proceed and which projects can wait.Budgeting aside, other challenges remain. We must do better in the permitting process for new projects. Turnaround time and the precision with which we review plans needs to improve, so those who want to invest in job-creating projects can move forward with increased efficiency and certainty.In addition, despite recent improvements, we still must do better with real estate transactions. I remain deeply concerned about the agency's recordkeeping and its ability to process complex transactions. Safeguarding the interests of taxpayers must be paramount. For this reason, we will be expanding on reforms that began just prior to my arrival in records management, appraisals and legal review.Because financial accountability is a key to establishing and keeping public trust, I am completing my search for a new director of finance who will apply stricter accounting controls, which should result in lower costs and enhanced revenues.We will be working hard in coming months to deliver the projects and services the state needs and can afford. We will also be putting in place management practices that ensure greater transparency, efficiency and accountability. And we will be measuring our performance and sharing it publicly. As we do this, Delawareans can expect to hear of difficulties and challenges within DelDOT. We will find problems and fix them. This is what reform is about.Our goal is a world-class transportation agency that the public and our employees at Team DelDOT can take justifiable pride in. My pledge as Delaware Transportation Secretary is to hold DelDOT fiscally, materially and managerially accountable to a standard that gives Delawareans confidence in us.

Shailen P. Bhatt is Delaware's Secretary of Transportation.

25.1.12

Crime prevention Meeting on Monday, February 13th at A.I. DuPont High School

*** UPDATE ***
Dear Neighbor:

Recently, I asked you join me on Monday, February 13th at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium of A.I. DuPont High School for a public meeting to discuss crimes that have recently been committed in our communities.

I wanted to let you know that the Secretary of the Delaware Department of Safety & Homeland Security, Lewis D. Schiliro, has now agreed to attend this event.

I hope you can join us for this informational meeting on how we can better protect our homes and families. Additional details are included below. If you have any questions, please contact me.

Sincerely,
State Representative
Deborah Hudson
302-651-9571

Deborah.Hudson@state.de.us
www.RepDeborahHudson.com






Dear Neighbor,
Concerns over how to protect ourselves and our communities from criminal activity are often at the forefront of our minds for many of us. That is why New Castle County Councilwoman Janet Kilpatrick and I are hosting an informational session with County and State Police on crime prevention and how to better ensure personal safety.

Please join us for this public meeting on Monday, February 13th at 6:30 p.m. in the Auditorium of A.I. DuPont High School. The public will be able to ask law enforcement questions about crime prevention programs that are available and will receive an update on any criminal activity that has been reported throughout the area.

We look forward to seeing you on February 13th. Please see the article below for more details.

Sincerely,

State Representative Deborah Hudson
302-651-9571
Deborah.Hudson@state.de.us
www.RepDeborahHudson.com

22.1.12

Sign Request in to Del-Dot Albany PL

New sign has been installed what do we think of the location ?

We put a sign request in to Del-DOT for a speed limit sign on Albany Place in Brookland Terrace


From Del-DOT on Monday

With Albany Place serving as entrance into Brookland Terrace, Traffic will issue a work order to our New Castle County Signage Supervisor to install a Watch Children sign and 25 mph speed limit sign in the vicinity of 8 Albany Place.







18.1.12

Dog Found Owner

I would just like to update everyone...

This handsome fellow is back home. his owner saw our "found dog" flyer in the concord pet store, called us & picked him up yesterday evening! they are so very happy to be reunited!!! what a great feeling.


THANKS ~ Sonja Carducci
This handsome mixed breed cattle dog was found on Faulkland Road, Wilmington, DE, on Friday, January 13th. Please call 302-229-7025. Thank You!!!!!!

New Castle County to host ‘Meet Your County Government’ session for homeowner associations Jan. 18

New Castle County to host ‘Meet Your County Government’
session for homeowner associations Jan. 18

New Castle County will host a “Meet Your County Government” seminar for leaders of the county’s 800 homeowner associations from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, at the James H. Gilliam Building, 77 Reads Way, New Castle.

Leaders from each of the county’s departments will be on hand to answer questions from Homeowner Associations’ boards of directors.

The seminar is the first in a series the county will hold this year as part of its new Homeowner Association Help Line, a call center and website that County Executive Paul Clark launched in November as a resource for maintenance corporations and civic associations on topics from storm water management to annual dues to grass-cutting schedules for open space.

“The leaders of these associations are among the unsung heroes of the county, and we want to do everything we can to help them address questions and concerns quickly and efficiently,” Clark said. “The help line and the information sessions we are holding will give them a valuable connection to their county government and aid them in their work in communities throughout the county.”

For more information call the help line at (302) 395-5601, email HAHL@nccde.org or go to www.nccde.org/HAHL.

Environmental Summit - Feb 11 Fourth Delaware Environmental Summit Saturday morning, February 11, 2012, 8:30-1:00 Wilmington University in Dover

Environmental Summit - Feb 11

Fourth Delaware Environmental Summit


Saturday morning, February 11, 2012, 8:30-1:00

Wilmington University in Dover

As in the past, we'll have a plenary session followed by breakout sessions and then a final get-together to share the plans coming out of the breakout sessions.

There are five sessions this year:
1. Climate Change and Sea Level Rise
2. Shoreline and Ocean Issues
3. Delaware River Issues: Fracking and Deepening
4. Statewide Land Use Issues
5. Public Health and the Environment

This year we will run each session just once in order to allow sufficient time for formulation of concrete plans for actions to be taken. Following the completion of the breakout sessions, these plans will be presented to the entire Summit. All attendees will have a chance to join one or more working groups that will meet during the next year (or more) to accomplish the desired goals. You can join a working group started by the session you participated in and/or you can join another group that interests you and could benefit from your skills and experience. We also hope that you will recruit others in your environmental organization and your network of friends and colleagues to join the effort. Working together, we can accomplish our goals.

Next week you will receive write-ups describing the topics to be covered in each breakout session and a response form to pre-register for the Summit. As in previous years, if your environmental organization helps sponsor the Summit with a $25.00 donation, you and other members will be able to attend for free as will students and guests invited by the organizing committee. Others will be asked for a $5.00 donation per individual.

Please forward this notice to friends and colleagues and check to see if your organization is willing to be a sponsor.

11.1.12

NCC Libraries Creating Cookbook, Looking for Recipes

New Castle County’s Division of Libraries will collect recipes from county residents through Jan. 28 for its first “Love Your Library” cookbook.

Recipe submission forms can be found at 10 county libraries and online at www.nccde.org/libraries.





Recipe form page one link



Recipe form page two link

Completed forms can be dropped off at the libraries or emailed to recipes@nccde.org.


Selected recipes will be published in the “Love Your Library” Cookbook in April.

Money raised from the $15 cookbooks will be used for future library resources.

Each library has its own chapter focusing on specific categories. Cooks can submit a recipe based on the category of their preferred library, or they may submit a favorite recipe in any category.

Recipes will be reviewed for accuracy and duplication. Because of space limitations, not all submitted recipes will be published.

The libraries and their categories are:

» Appoquinimink: Soups and salads
» Bear: Appetizers and beverages
» Brandywine: Vegetables and sides
» Claymont: Cookies and candy
» Elsmere: Vegetarian dishes
» Garfield Park: Breakfast and brunch
» Hockessin: Entrees
» Kirkwood: Desserts
» Newark: Breads and rolls
» Woodlawn: Pasta

10.1.12

Lost Dog has been returned to her family. - Labrador Mix

Lost dog : Labrador Mix

The dog has been returned to her family.
Thank You Lauren Sheldon




Please contact Lauren at Rebel508@msn.com or call 302-753-8907 if you are missing a dog or if you have any information .

"Dog is getting very home sick and needs her family. Please help me find this loving dogs family and home. Thank you very much."


Brookland Terrace Civic Club
Incorporated 1940

405 Hillside Ave
Wilmington Delaware 19805
United States of America

brooklandterrace@gmail.com

http://brooklandterracecivicclub.blogspot.com

http://deantigraffitibrigades.blogspot.com



B.T.C.C. 2012 Dates : Next Meeting 6th of February 7PM Marbrook , 2101 Centerville Road Wilmington, DE 19808




Next Brookland Terrace Civic Club Meeting 6th of February 7PM

At Marbrook Elementary School 2101 Centerville Road Wilmington, DE 19808



2012 B.T.C.C. Meeting Dates

- 6th of February at Marbrook
- 5th of March at Marbrook
- 2nd of April at Marbrook
- 7th of May at Marbrook
- 4th of June at Marbrook

Brookland Terrace Civic Club
Incorporated 1940

405 Hillside Ave
Wilmington Delaware 19805
United States of America

brooklandterrace@gmail.com

http://brooklandterracecivicclub.blogspot.com

http://deantigraffitibrigades.blogspot.com

- President-Charles C. Stirk Jr
302.463.2239
brooklandterrace@gmail.com

- Vice President-Phil Weir
302.357.6802 philweirjr@gmail.com

- Secretary
btccsecretary@gmail.com

- Treasurer Joyce Grymes






9.1.12

Civic League For New Castle County Meeting - Discussion with New Castle County Union Presidents : Tuesday Jan 17, 2012 at 7:00 PM

Civic League For New Castle County Meeting: Tuesday Jan 17, 2012 at 7:00 PM

Delaware State Police Troop 2, Paris Community Room 100 La Grange Ave Newark, DE


AGENDA : Discussion with New Castle County Union Presidents

With some regularity, the Civic League has discussions about County government operations and subsequent costs, and inevitably, taxes. The leadership and elected officials of the County come and talk from time to time, but we have never gotten input from the rank and file employee groups that represent where the rubber hits the road.

  • - FOP Lodge 5 - President Joseph Lavelle : Police
  • - AFSCME Local 459 - President Dan Tharby : Non Salaried
  • - AFSCME Local 1607 - President Marc Klinefelter : Salaried
  • - IBEW Local 2270 President Bus. Mgr.: Frank Gentry : New Castle County Crossing Guards.
  • - AFSCME Local 3109 Rich Krett, President
  • - AFSCME Local 3911 President: Kenneth Dunn Sr. : Emergency Services



Chuck Mulholland President NCCCL CEMulholland@Gmail.com 378-4216

http://civicleagueforncc.org/agenda.html

http://civicleagueforncc.org/

http://clncc.blogspot.com/

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?v=wall&gid=181343798159

4.1.12

Storm Drain Clog Reported to Del DOT in the 300 Block Brookland Ave

- Storm Drain Clogged in the 300 Brookland Ave . Reported to Del DOT ..



- Also 3rd of January 2012 Artesian Water utility work in the 500 Block Armstrong Ave , Water shut off in the evening with no notice .

2.1.12

Brookland Terrace Civic Club NEWSLETTER




Next Civic Club Meeting Monday the 9th of January 7PM
Marbrook Elementary School 2101 Centerville Road