Councilman David Tackett

04/16/2026

DRAB is hosting a hiring event: Attendees will have the unique opportunity to engage directly with representatives from several key departments, including Maintenance, Tolls, Airports, and the DRBA Police. Whether a candidate is interested in skilled trades, public safety, or airport operations, the fair is designed to provide a firsthand look at the vital roles that keep the region’s transportation infrastructure running smoothly.

Those unable to attend the event in person are encouraged to explore all current openings and apply online at the official DRBA careers page: http://www.drba.net/careers

https://www.drba.net/drba-announces-4th-annual-community-job-fair-route-9-library

NEW CASTLE, Del. Following the success of previous recruitment efforts that connected hundreds of local residents with career opportunities, the Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) is proud to announce its 4th Annual Community Job Fair. The event will take place on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, from 1...

11/01/2025

Rail explosion in Bear: There was a contractor of Delmarva Central Railroad doing work on the tracts just north of RT 72,

A fire started on the equipment that was being operated by CR construction. This equipment had a 500-gallon tank propane tank that exploded. No one was injured from the crew.

This explosion led to several building around this location to receive damage.
The rail company has made face to face contact with all known damaged properties and provided them their information.

So far no bodily injuries have been reported!
Dave Tackett

10/23/2025

Appoquinimink financial review blames errors on lack of oversight

https://spotlightdelaware.org/2025/10/21/appoquinimink-financial-review-blames-errors-on-lack-of-oversight/?utm_source=ActiveCampaign&utm_medium=email&utm_content=%F0%9F%94%8E%20Appo%20review%20finds%20same%20conclusions%3B%20Trial%20to%20impact%20NCC%20tax%20bills&utm_campaign=10%2020%2025%20Newsletter%20%28Copy%29

08/27/2025

Is at Troop 2 for a community forum, full house

08/27/2025

While our legislation did not pass tonight, I want our community to know that your voices were heard throughout this process. Every conversation, every concern, and every idea shared has helped shape the path forward.

This may feel like a setback, but it is not the end of the effort. We will continue to work together—listening, learning, and collaborating—to find solutions that reflect the needs of our residents. My commitment to you has not changed, and I believe we will move forward stronger because of the dialogue this effort created.

Unfortunately, R25-150 Failed tonight (6 Yes/ 7 No) votes.

This is my third time tryiing to get this posted...so let me just put in the votes below:

Caneco - Yes
Carter - No
Cartier - Yes
Durham - Yes
George - No
Hollins - No
Kilpatrick - No
Sheldon - No
Smiley - No
Street - No
Tackett - Yes
Toole - Yes
Williams-Johns - Yes

08/24/2025

All, this is a call to action. It’s going to be very important that you reach out to your council member and ask them to vote yes on our resolution. You can let them know that this will not cost anything and that you, as the public, deserve a public vote and commitment from the county council on this very important issue. It is so important that this process is correct moving forward. Right now, Councilman Toole, Councilwoman Dee Durham and I may not be able to get the seven votes needed to pass this unless the council members hear from their constituents. This will be voted on Tuesday, 8/26. You can also make plans to join us in person or via Zoom, share your concerns, and ask the council to publicly support you as the public and look into this important issue. Here is a link to our webpage with the information on how to join Zoom when this resolution is heard; there will be public comment and your opportunity to speak on the issue: https://www.newcastlede.gov/2342/Meetings-and-Agendas

This major step toward holding Tyler Technologies accountable for the property reassessment.

Here’s why this is so important:

The County Auditor (already a salaried employee, no new cost to us) will review Tyler’s reassessment methods, quality controls, and the fairness of the appeals process.

The resolution even requires the Auditor to look into “the extent to which the County provided direction or oversight during the reassessment.” That means not only Tyler, but also how our County managed the process.

By October 24th, the Auditor must report back with findings and if necessary, recommend an independent third-party audit for a deeper investigation.

This resolution is sponsored by Councilman David Tackett, Councilman Brandon Toole, and Councilwoman Dee Durham. Three representatives already standing up for transparency and fairness.

Now it’s your turn to reach out:

This is a positive step toward accountability. Let’s back it 100%.

If you do not know who your representative is click this link and click interactive map:

https://www.newcastlede.gov/562/Council-Districts

You can also leave a comment and I will help you locate their contact

View maps of the 12 council districts.

08/20/2025

I have heard you loud and clear!

08/18/2025

If your in the Appo School District:

Appoquinimink School District (ASD)

I encourage you to attend the ASD School Board meeting this Thursday evening, 8/21, at 5:00PM in the Board Room in the Marion E. Proffitt Training Center.

At the meeting, board members will discuss and vote on whether or not they want to split non-residential and residential school tax rates—and if so, by how much. Charging a higher tax rate for non-residential properties will result in significant tax savings for ASD homeowners.

08/18/2025

Christina will discuss adjustments to the tax rate:
Christina School District (CSD)

This Wednesday, 8/20, 6:30PM, at their Citizen Budget Oversight Committee (CBOC) Monthly Meeting, the CSD School Board will discuss whether or not to increase (and if so, by how much) non-residential school tax rates, which would result in lower school taxes for homeowners.

The meeting is open to the public, and there will be time for public comment. The meeting will be held in the second floor board room of the CSD Administration Office at 1899 S. College Avenue in Newark. Also, the meeting will be live-streamed. For more information about the meeting.

The next evening, Thursday, 8/21, 6:30PM, the CSD School Board will hold a special meeting to vote on the updated tax rates The meeting is open to the public, and there will be time for public comment. The meeting will be held at Glasgow High School at 1901 South College Avenue in Newark.

If you cannot attend in person, you can submit public comment in advance here. Also, the meeting will be live-streamed. For more information, about the meeting, click bow.

08/17/2025