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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2023 Citizen of the Year & Lifetime Volunteer Award, Nominations being accepted…
Date Posted: Friday, March 17th, 2023Citizen of the Year & Lifetime Volunteer Award Nomination deadline is March 22, 2023 The Mayor and Town Council of the Town of Milton are currently accepting letters of recommendation for 2023 Citizen of the Year, and 2023 Lifetime Volunteer Award. Nominees must be residents of the Town of Milton who have demonstrated exceptional volunteer commitment. The deadline is Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Nomination letters must include a supporting explanation on how the nominee has displayed significant contributions to the Milton community during the past year, or a “lifetime”. Letters can be mailed to “2023 Citizen of the Year” or “2023 Lifetime Volunteer Award”, Attn: Kristy Rogers, Town Manager, 115 Federal Street, Milton, DE 19968; dropped off at Town Hall; or emailed to Kristy Rogers (krogers@ci.milton.de.us)
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Employment Opportunity – Senior Accountant
Date Posted: Monday, March 13th, 2023JOB POSTING SENIOR ACCOUNTANT The Town of Milton is accepting applications for the full-time position of Senior Accountant. The Senior Accountant is responsible for various accounting processes, bi-weekly payroll, and routine administrative functions. Qualifications of the position are a Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in accounting, finance, or business, from an accredited college or university with at least one year of relevant experience; OR an Associate’s Degree or certificate in accounting, finance, or business, with at least three years of relevant experience; OR a high school diploma or graduate equivalency diploma (GED) with additional credentials specific to accounting or municipal professional standards and at least five years of relevant experience. The Town of Milton offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits to include: health, dental, life and vision insurance, State of Delaware-County/Municipal pension, and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The Employment Application and Job Descriptions are available at […]
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Employment Opportunity – Maintenance & Recreation Superintendent
Date Posted: Saturday, February 25th, 2023JOB POSTING MAINTENANCE & RECREATION SUPERINTENDENT The Town of Milton is accepting applications for the newly created position of Maintenance & Recreation Superintendent. Maintenance & Recreation Superintendent is a full-time position that is responsible for the operation and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, parks, recreation and facilities, and supervises employees of the department. An applicant is required to have demonstrable knowledge of principles and practices of construction, repairs and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, parks and facilities. Supervisory experience is required. The following are preferred certifications that must be obtained within the six-month probationary period: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL, Class B), and ATSSA Flagger. The Town of Milton offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits to include: health, dental, life and vision insurance, State of Delaware-County/Municipal pension, and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The Employment Application and full Job Description is available at Town Hall, as well as […]
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Employment Opportunity – Water Superintendent
Date Posted: Saturday, February 25th, 2023JOB POSTING WATER SUPERINTENDENT The Town of Milton is accepting applications for the newly created position of Water Superintendent. Water Superintendent is a full-time position that is responsible for the daily operations of the Water Department and daily supervision of employees assigned to the department. A Drinking Water Operator license with endorsements in Chlorination and Fluoridation is required. Supervisory experience is required. The following are preferred certifications that must be obtained within the six-month probationary period: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL, Class B), ASSE Backflow Tester, and ATSSA Flagger. The Town of Milton offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits to include: health, dental, life and vision insurance, State of Delaware-County/Municipal pension, and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The Employment Application and full Job Description is available at Town Hall, as well as our website https://milton.delaware.gov/human-resources/ Interested candidates must complete the Town of Milton Employment Application. Completed applications […]
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Advertisement for Bid: Right of Way Infrastructure in Chestnut Crossing subdivision
Date Posted: Thursday, February 16th, 202300 10 00 – ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID Sealed 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 March 21, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. EST. Bids will then be publicly opened and read thereafter for the following: Town of Milton Chestnut Crossing Infrastructure Maintenance, Contract No. 2023-001 Contract Duration 120 Consecutive Calendar Days The work consists of roadway infrastructure demolition, rehabilitation, and repair with wearing course pavement installation and paint striping. Activity will include curb replacement, sidewalk replacement, storm sewer inlet repairs, valve and manhole adjustments, base course pavement repair, wearing course installation and paint striping. PDF specifications, including the proposal forms, may be obtained free of charge by contacting the Town Engineer, Brian Miller, PE via email, bmiller@pennoni.com . The email request must note the title of the project and provide the […]
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Employment Opportunity – Public Works Operator
Date Posted: Monday, February 13th, 2023JOB POSTING PUBLIC WORKS OPERATORS The Town of Milton is accepting applications for operator positions within our Public Works Department. A Milton Public Works Operator is a full-time position that fulfills responsibilities within the Town’s streets and sidewalks, parks, building maintenance, and drinking water system. Applicants can review Level I, Level II, and Level III for requirements and qualifications of the position. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is preferred, or must be obtained during the probationary period. The Town of Milton offers a competitive salary and a full range of benefits to include: health, dental, life and vision insurance, State of Delaware-County/Municipal pension, and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. The Employment Application and Job Descriptions are available at Town Hall, as well as our website https://milton.delaware.gov/human-resources/ Interested candidates must complete the Town of Milton Employment Application. Completed applications may be submitted by email to krogers@ci.milton.de.us, or mailed to: Town of Milton, […]
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A Call for Artists
Date Posted: Wednesday, February 1st, 2023The Town of Milton Economic Development Committee is planning an art installation in Mill Park (home of the John Milton statue) starting April 15, 2023, and running through June 30, 2023. The installation will include a series of twelve (12) 3’ x 6’ (vertical) murals celebrating the theme “greetings.” Four of the murals will be painted by students at the area schools. We are seeking artists to paint the remaining eight murals. If you would like to be considered for this project, please submit: Three photos of previous pieces that are representative of your work Your name Phone number Email address, and Physical address of your home or studio An independent five-person jury (not members of the Economic Development Committee) will consider the submissions and choose the artists. The deadline for submission is February 24, 2023. Results will be announced March 3, 2023. Each chosen artist (or group of artists, […]
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2023 Municipal Election Results
Date Posted: Wednesday, January 18th, 2023TOWN OF MILTON 2023 ANNUAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION The 2023 Annual Municipal Election candidate filing deadline was Tuesday, January 3, at 5:00 p.m. This year’s Election was open for two council seats. Two citizens declared their candidacy for the 2023 Election: incumbent Randi Meredith and Scotty Edler. Since the number of qualified candidates equals the number of seats open for the election, there will not be an Annual Election. In accordance with the Town Charter, Ms. Randi Meredith and Mr. Scotty Edler are deemed elected. Ms. Meredith and Mr. Edler will be sworn-in at the April 3, 2023 Town Council meeting, which will be held at the Milton Library beginning at 6:30 p.m.
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Request for Proposal: Promotional Tag Line and Graphic
Date Posted: Thursday, December 22nd, 2022Request for Proposals Promotional Tag Line and Graphic Town of Milton, Delaware Overview The Economic Development Committee (EDC) of the Town of Milton is seeking proposals from communications and branding firms. Our goal is to create a tag line and visual mark that celebrates the town’s personality, history, and natural beauty as a tool for engaging and attracting new residents, businesses, and tourists. Background Over the course of its long history, Milton has worn many identities. Over time, the settlement at the head of the Broadkill River has been known as a seasonal home and trading place of the Lenni Lenape and Nanticoke peoples, a builder of wooden schooners, a manufacturer of oyster shell buttons, a major producer of holly Christmas wreaths, and the home of a large vegetable cannery. Today, Milton is a town of wonderful variety. It is known as the home of […]
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Employment Opportunity – Police Resource Manager
Date Posted: Wednesday, December 21st, 2022Application for Employment Police Resource Manager posting
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