Kent County Levy Court

08/31/2026

Our offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, September 8.

✨ A Moment of Reflection:Labor Day is a beautiful reminder of the hard work, dedication, and resilience that build our community every single day. We are incredibly grateful for our amazing team whose contributions move us forward, and for our wonderful customers who trust us along the journey. We hope this long weekend brings you a well-deserved opportunity to rest, recharge, and celebrate with loved ones.Wishing everyone a safe, relaxing, and happy Labor Day weekend! 🍂✨

08/31/2026

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🚌 School buses are back on Delaware roads, and keeping students safe is a responsibility we all share.

As students head back to classrooms, drivers should watch for flashing lights, give buses plenty of space and know when Delaware law requires them to stop.

Every bus carries students who deserve to arrive at school ready to learn and return home safely at the end of the day.

Slow down. Stay alert. Stop for the bus.

Because keeping students safe starts with all of us. 🛑

08/27/2026

Hello Small Business Owners!
The Delaware Division of Small Business and Tourism is sharing their flier regarding 3 EDGE Pop Up Workshops - one in each county.

The Workshops are designed to help potential applicants understand what is needed to apply for EDGE and ask questions of staff. Workshops are in-person only.

08/14/2026

The August Issue of the Levy Ledger is Here!

Oops! Our Public Works retirees years of service were transposed.

Frederick J. Burk (8 years of service)
Environmental Program Manager
Department of Public Works – Environmental Program Section

Michael W. Harrington (28.7 years of service)
Utility Construction Coordinator
Department of Public Works – Engineering Division

Rose M. Wurzel (15 years of service)
Wills Clerk II
Register of Wills Office

Please join us in celebrating the careers and dedication of three valued colleagues who officially concluded their service with Kent County on July 31, 2026, contributing a remarkable combined total of 51.7 years of public service.

Thank you all for your years of hard work and service to Kent County. We wish you the absolute best in your well-deserved retirement!

Stay connected with what’s happening across Kent County in this month’s Levy Ledger! This issue highlights leadership’s visit to Dover Air Force Base, new EDGE Grants supporting local small businesses, important property tax information, and the many employee milestones we’re proud to celebrate.

Take a look, stay informed, and see what’s happening across Kent County!

08/05/2026

Congratulations, County Administrator Kevin R. Sipple!! 🎉 🎊

07/31/2026

Kent County Leadership Tours Dover Air Force Base

Last Friday, July 24, Kent County Levy Court Commissioners, the County Administrator, and the Director of Economic Development were welcomed to Dover Air Force Base for a mission briefing and tour.

Colonel Jamil Musa and Chief Master Sergeant Elijah Edwards led a discussion on the mission, structure, and priorities of the 436th Airlift Wing, joined by partner units including the 512th Airlift Wing and the Air Force Mortuary Affairs Operations and Armed Forces Medical Examiner System — highlighting the vital support Delaware and Kent County provide to deliver mission capability for our military.

The visit continued at the Military and Family Readiness Center, where consultants shared resources available to service members and their families, including newcomer orientation, job fairs, and SkillBridge career transition programs — with a special shoutout to the local agencies who partner in these efforts.

The tour wrapped up at the isochronal dock, where the group saw a C-5M Super Galaxy undergoing Programmed Depot Maintenance in Dover AFB's newest hangar. This work keeps aircraft mission-ready and supports rapid global mobility for the United States.

Thank you to the 436th Airlift Wing for hosting Kent County leadership and for your continued partnership! 🇺🇸✈️

07/22/2026

Huge congratulations to Michael Harrington on his well-deserved retirement after 28 incredible years of service to Kent County! 🏛️Twenty-eight years of dedication to our community is a rare and beautiful milestone. Michael, your hard work, leadership, and unwavering commitment have made Kent County a better place for all of us. While we are thrilled for you to enjoy this next chapter, you will be deeply missed by your colleagues and the community alike. Thank you for your exceptional service and impact. Happy retirement! 🎉

07/22/2026

Help us celebrate August Employee of the Month: Paramedic Lieutenant Kenneth Kelly! 🎉

Kenny has been serving Kent County since 2013 and has worked his way through every paramedic rank with dedication and excellence. Today, he’s a standout leader in EMS — responding to emergencies, coordinating with hospitals and partner agencies, training field staff, supervising specialty teams, and leading our EMS SWAT Team with skill and confidence.

He’s also a statewide contributor to EMS education and a strong advocate for responder safety through community outreach like the “Move Over” campaign.

EMS Chief John Tinger says it best: “Lieutenant Kelly’s leadership, dedication, and passion for the profession have made a lasting impact on Kent County EMS.”

We’re proud to recognize Kenny for his outstanding service to our community. Congratulations, Kenny! 🌟👏

07/21/2026

⚠️ Heads up!

Severe weather and flash flood threats are increasing for this afternoon and evening.Take a few minutes now to bring in loose patio furniture, plug in your backup power banks, and plan to stay off the roads during heavy downpours.