History of Milton
Date Posted: Tuesday, December 16th, 2014“MILTON, only 7 miles from the Delaware Bay in a direct line but many more by the convoluted Broadkill, is one of the little old Delaware towns that prospered through shipbuilding and shipping in the 19 century. The shipyards have long ago disappeared from the foot of Union and Federal Streets… The business section displays a rare lot of the permanent store awnings, wood or metal roofed, that was used to shade the sidewalk in front of nearly every store in lower Delaware, but have disappeared from main streets. The old part of the town contains many old cypress-shingled houses characteristic of eastern Sussex County.” From Delaware – A Guide to the First State, American Guide Series, 1938 “MILTON – Classic example of life in a small historic town. Extensive Victorian home district in relatively rural area. Its ice cream parlor (King´s Ice Cream at Union and Broad Street, the […]
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Employment opportunity- Office Assistant/Receptionist
Date Posted: Monday, December 1st, 2025JOB POSTING OFFICE ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST The Town of Milton is currently seeking applications for the Office Assistant/Receptionist position. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, and the selected candidate will serve as the initial point of contact with the public, providing secretarial and clerical support to the Town. Interested applicants are encouraged to review the full position requirements and qualifications prior to applying. View Office Assistant/Receptionist job description. The Town of Milton offers a competitive salary starting at $42,729, along with a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health, dental, life, and vision insurance, as well as participation in the State of Delaware-County/Municipal pension plan. Additional benefits include paid holidays, and after the successful completion of the probationary period, employees are entitled to three (3) weeks of vacation time and sick leave annually. Employment applications and detailed job descriptions are available at Town Hall and on the Town of Milton’s official website at […]
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2026 Property Tax Appeal Notice
Date Posted: Wednesday, November 19th, 2025LEGAL NOTICE The Milton Town Council, sitting as the Board of Appeals, will hear Property Value Appeals on Monday, January 12, 2026, at the Milton Library, 121 Union Street, Milton, DE 19968 at 6:30 p.m. Any taxable person or entity may submit a property value appeal by filing a completed Property Value Appeal Form at Town Hall no later than 5:00 p.m. on December 29, 2025. The application must state the reason or reasons for the appeal. Once such form has been filed, the Town of Milton shall notify the appellant of the date, time, and location of the hearing via certified mail. A current list of the Town of Milton property value assessments may be viewed at Town Hall, 115 Federal Street, Milton, DE 19968, or as linked here: 2025 Property Tax Assessed Value Listing. Please note that this assessment value is not in coordination with the recent assessment project […]
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Partnership with DNREC- Mosquito Control 2025
Date Posted: Thursday, September 11th, 2025The Town of Milton partners with Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Mosquito Control section for the spraying of mosquitoes. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A message from DNREC-MOSQUITO CONTROL 9/11/2025: Weather permitting, the Delaware Mosquito Control Section is planning an insecticide application of Zenivex E4 (Etofenprox) within a zone or zones you have subscribed to within the Delaware Notification Service. This application will occur during evening hours tonight with a truck mounted sprayer to control adult mosquitoes. All insecticides to be used are registered with the USEPA for mosquito control and will be applied according to USEPA approved label instructions. The USEPA has determined that the insecticides to be used do not pose unreasonable risks to human health, wildlife, or the environment. For further information, please visit the Mosquito Control Spray Information site or view the Spray Zone Map. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Spraying occurs periodically. This post will be updated as DNREC notices are received. Should additional treatment/spraying be needed, please […]
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Advertisement for Bids- Chestnut Street Pavement Rehabilitation
Date Posted: Tuesday, July 15th, 2025ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Sealed bids from invited bidders will be received on behalf of The Town of Milton, (herein called the “Owner”) at Milton Town Hall, 115 Federal Street, Milton, Delaware 19968 no later than July 30, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. EST. Bids will then be publicly opened and read thereafter for the following: Pavement Rehabilitation Contract No. 2025-003 Contract Duration 40 Consecutive Calendar Days The work consists of pavement rehabilitation for portions of Chestnut Street for the roadway between Coulter Street and Atlantic Street and between Atlantic Street and New Street. Work shall include mill and overlay pavement, ADA ramp replacement, curb and sidewalk replacement, and utility adjustments. A PDF file of project documents, including the bid forms, may be obtained free of charge by contacting Brian Miller, PE via email, bmiller@pennoni.com . The email request shall note the title of the project and provide the name, email, address, […]
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Job Opening: Licensed Drinking Water Operator
Date Posted: Monday, June 9th, 2025Job Opening: Licensed Drinking Water Operator Town of Milton, DE The Town of Milton is seeking a Licensed Drinking Water Operator to join our team and ensure the safe and efficient operation of our municipal water system. If you’re a dedicated professional with the necessary credentials and a commitment to providing high-quality drinking water to the community, we’d love to hear from you! Responsibilities: Operate, maintain, and monitor the town’s water treatment and distribution systems. Conduct routine testing to ensure compliance with federal and state water quality regulations. Perform maintenance and repairs on equipment and infrastructure. Maintain accurate records and prepare reports. Respond to emergencies and troubleshoot system issues as needed. Requirements: Current Delaware Drinking Water Operator License. Experience in water treatment operations, maintenance, and compliance reporting. Knowledge of EPA and state regulations related to public water systems. Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of […]
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Public Notice: Town of Milton Water Meter Replacement Project
Date Posted: Friday, May 30th, 2025The Town of Milton, Delaware, is set to begin a town wide water meter replacement project starting Monday, June 2. This essential upgrade will enhance accuracy in water usage tracking and improve service efficiency for residents and businesses. Our project will be carried out by VEPO, the town’s designated contractor, and will take place systematically across all properties equipped with municipal water meters. Residents may notice VEPO personnel working in their area as part of this initiative. What to Expect: Temporary water service interruptions may occur for short periods (approximately 10 minutes) while meters are being replaced. VEPO staff will be identifiable by official credentials; VEPO vehicles will be marked with the use of the Milton logo. No action is required from property owners unless otherwise notified. A door hanger will be left behind if you are not present the day of your meter replacement. Project Schedule: […]
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Milton Police Department Launch Digital Crime Fighting Tool
Date Posted: Thursday, May 29th, 2025MILTON POLICE DEPARTMENT LAUNCH DIGITAL CRIME FIGHTING TOOL New website offers direct access to crime and public safety-related information The Milton Police Department, led by Police Chief Derrick Harvey, has recently launched a new online platform aimed at enhancing community engagement and combating crime. Developed in partnership with CRIMEWATCH Technologies, this innovative website is part of the CRIMEWATCH Network, granting the public direct access to timely crime and public safety-related information in their local area. The Milton Police Department’s new website is a major step forward in providing valuable information to the community, as well as empowering citizens to help prevent crime. People can easily submit tips, and find information about recent incidents. Additionally, the website offers features such as crime alerts and community events. According to Police Chief Harvey, “We are excited to launch this new platform, which we believe will be an invaluable resource for our community. Our […]
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Review and Submit Comments on the Milton Active Transportation Plan
Date Posted: Friday, May 23rd, 2025Miltonians….the draft of the Milton Active Transportation Plan is available on the project website for review and comment. If you click here you should be directed to a PDF of the document, but it is also on the project homepage at www.publicinput.com/miltonatp. Once you’ve had a chance to review, we’d appreciate it if you use this link to the Spring 2025 Survey to provide comments by June 17. This ensures that all of the comments are collected in one place so we can factor them into our final edits. ALL COMMENTS MUST BE PRESENTED THROUGH THE SURVEY LINK!
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Request for Proposal: Elevated Water Storage Tank Maintenance
Date Posted: Friday, May 23rd, 2025Sealed proposals will be received on behalf of the Town of Milton, (herein called the “Owner”) at Milton Town Hall, 115 Federal Street, Milton, Delaware no later than July 2, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. EST. for the following: Town of Milton ELEVATED WATER STORAGE TANK MAINTENANCE SERVICES The work of the contract is a long-term, continuous water tank asset maintenance program from a qualified firm that will provide integrated maintenance and professional management services for water storage tanks, that includes engineering services (specific to the maintenance of the existing water storage tank assets covered by this RFP) and professional asset management, that includes a fixed fee to pay all future renovations of the internal and external surfaces of the water tank. The proposal document, including the proposal form, may be obtained at no cost by contacting Pennoni via email to Brian Miller, PE at bmiller@pennoni.com. The […]
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Advertisement for Bid: Chandler Street Water Treatment Plant Improvements
Date Posted: Friday, May 23rd, 2025Sealed bids will be received on behalf of The Town of Milton, (herein called the “Owner”) at Milton Town Hall, 115 Federal Street, Milton, Delaware no later than July 2, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. EST. Bids will then be publicly opened and read thereafter for the following: Chandler Street Water Treatment Plant Improvements, Town of Milton Contract No. 2025-002 Contract Duration 180 Consecutive Calendar Days The work consists of furnishing and installing improvements to the Chandler Street Water Treatment Plant including piping, SCADA, motor controls, and electrical wiring, conduit, and equipment. PDF files of Drawings and Specifications, including the proposal forms, may be obtained free of charge by contacting Brian Miller, PE via email, bmiller@pennoni.com . The email request must note the title of the project and provide the name, email, address, and phone of the requesting party for plan holder records. A link to the files […]
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