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theQuietResorts.com | 1 August 2017 CONTENTIOUS SESSION ENDS WITH A BALANCED BUDGET The first session of the 149th General Assembly concluded, around midnight on July 2, Republicans and Democrats having finally reached agreement on a revenue package which allowed the restoration of some of the more draconian budget cuts and the passage of a balanced budget. Until late afternoon on July 2, Republicans and Democrats remained at an impasse. There was widespread conjecture that the effort to pass sufficient revenue and a balanced budget could carry on well into July. Ultimately, Democratic leadership dispensed with the proposal to increase personal income tax rates. A mix of revenue bills which will be detailed below allowed the General Assembly to close the gap. The shortfall was closed by some $192 million in cuts and $172 million in new revenue. This came close to the Carney Administration goal of closing the shortfall with one-half cuts and one-half new revenue measures as 47.25 percent of the gap was closed with revenue and 52.75 percent with cuts. All told, the FY 2018 operating budget amounts to $4.1 billion, a budget in which spending growth was held to 0.56 percent. The capital budget (bond bill) came in at $590 million, while the substantially trimmed (twenty percent across the board) grant-in-aid budget amounted to $37.2 million. The capital budget, which is funded substantially by bonding, pays for infrastructure repair and improvement, school construction costs and other state capital expenditures. The grant-in- aid budget is the vehicle whereby state government disburses funds to non-profit social services organizations, volunteer fire companies and similar entities. At the height of the budget impasse, it appeared that the grant-in-aid budget might not be funded for FY 2018, a development that generated considerable concern among community organizations and the public safety community. Ultimately, it was restored, albeit with a 20 percent cut, once the revenue package was assembled. In the early hours of July 1, a resolution was passed which will establish a new subcommittee to the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council which will study potential budget controls and budget smoothing mechanisms. House Joint Resolution 8 (Rep. Q. Johnson, D-Middletown) according to its synopsis, is intended to do the following: This Joint Resolution creates an Advisory Panel to the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC) that is tasked with developing a report concerning the State’s historic budgeting practices, the need for reasonable restrictions on the use of budget surpluses, the benefits of a budget stabilization fund, and such other matters as the Advisory Panel deems appropriate. A preliminary report shall be submitted to the General Assembly and the Governor no later than May 1, 2018. L E G I S L A T I V E W R A P - U P READ MORE HERE... Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce The Quiet Resorts @TheQuietResorts URRENTS C
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August 2017
CONTENTIOUS SESSION ENDS WITH A BALANCED BUDGETThe first session of the 149th General Assembly concluded, around midnight on July 2, Republicans and Democrats having finally reached agreement on a revenue package which allowed the restoration of some of the more draconian budget cuts and the passage of a balanced budget.
Until late afternoon on July 2, Republicans and Democrats remained at an impasse. There was widespread conjecture that the effort to pass sufficient revenue and a balanced budget could carry on well into July. Ultimately, Democratic leadership dispensed with the proposal to increase personal income tax rates. A mix of revenue bills which will be detailed below allowed the General Assembly to close the gap.
The shortfall was closed by some $192 million in cuts and $172 million in new revenue. This came close to the Carney Administration goal of closing the shortfall with one-half cuts and one-half new revenue measures as 47.25 percent of the gap was closed with revenue and 52.75 percent with cuts.
All told, the FY 2018 operating budget amounts to $4.1 billion, a budget in which spending growth was held to 0.56 percent. The capital budget (bond bill) came in at $590 million, while the substantially trimmed (twenty percent across the board) grant-in-aid budget amounted to $37.2 million. The capital budget, which is funded substantially by bonding, pays for infrastructure repair and improvement, school construction costs and other state capital expenditures. The grant-in-aid budget is the vehicle whereby state government disburses funds to non-profit social services organizations, volunteer fire companies and similar entities. At the height of the budget impasse, it appeared that the grant-in-aid budget might not be funded for FY 2018, a development that generated considerable concern among community organizations and the public safety community. Ultimately, it was restored, albeit with a 20 percent cut, once the revenue package was assembled.
In the early hours of July 1, a resolution was passed which will establish a new subcommittee to the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council which will study potential budget controls and budget smoothing mechanisms. House Joint Resolution 8 (Rep. Q. Johnson, D-Middletown) according to its synopsis, is intended to do the following:
This Joint Resolution creates an Advisory Panel to the Delaware Economic and Financial Advisory Council (DEFAC) that is tasked with developing a report concerning the State’s historic budgeting practices, the need for reasonable restrictions on the use of budget surpluses, the benefits of a budget stabilization fund, and such other matters as the Advisory Panel deems appropriate. A preliminary report shall be submitted to the General Assembly and the Governor no later than May 1, 2018.
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30 + YearsAddy Sea Bed & BreakfastAtlantic Coast Inn-Fenwick IslandBennett Electric, Wayne L.Bob’s Marine Service, Inc.Connor Jacobsen Realty, Inc.Fisher’s Popcorn - Fenwick IslandJapanesqueMr. Natural Bottled Water, Inc.Shore Management Inc.Town of South Bethany
25-29 YearsAl Casapulla’s Italian DeliCarolina Street Garden & HomeCG Accounting Group LLCDerickson’s WallcoveringFenwick InnNantuckets RestaurantSandcastle Realty, Inc.Sea Shell City, Inc.Tangier Island Cruises
10-24 YearsArtesian Water Company, Inc.Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & DeeleyBank of Ocean CityBishop-Hastings Funeral HomeCHEER, Inc.Dirty Harry’s RestaurantDiscoverSea Shipwreck MuseumDiscovery Maps... A Resort Maps CompanyEvans, Rick A.- Realtor with Long & Foster
Fenwick Float-orsFirst Shore FederalGerone C. Hudson Electrical Cont., Inc.J. Conn Scott, Inc. Fine FurnitureJennifer E. Carter - ArtistMango’sMark Dieste Design Build, LLCMillville’s Pet StopPapa John’s PizzaPrice, Shirley - Realtor with Long & Foster Real EstateThe Lewes Historical SocietyThe PenguinVector Security, Inc.
2-9 YearsA-LERT MotivationsAtlantic Shoals Surf ShopBarton’s Grand RentalCadbury Senior Lifestyles at HomeDr. Lois James, D.D.S.Grotto Pizza - Downtown BethanyHeather’s Home Works LLCMarket Viewpoint, LLCPrecious Paws Animal Hospital - Ocean ViewRIGHT Property ManagementSalt Pond Home Owners AssociationSands MotelSenior Softball World Series Little League
Small Business AdministrationTai Chi with Jim MaceTide Me Over Charters, LLCTidepool Toys & Games - Bethany BeachTidepool Toys & Games - Fenwick Island
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M ember SPOTLIGHT: BBSISimilar to the birth and growth of a child, a new business goes through many development stages in its early years. It’s tempting for an entrepreneur to be completely hands-on in the beginning, however as a company grows, it is often evident that specific diverse skills are necessary the leader may not have. That’s where BBSI comes in. Danny McKenzie of BBSI explains its “unique business solutions include payroll, human resources, workers compensation and risk management.” According to McKenzie, “BBSI helps businesses with ‘migrating the plateau,’ which most businesses will experience at one time or another, and we help them through.” BBSI is a PEO, or Professional Employer Organization, essentially offering a one-stop-shop for administrative and compliance needs. In business since 1951, BBSI worked hard and used insight to become a billion-dollar company. Today, BBSI continues to draw on hard-won experience to help companies of all shapes and sizes move forward. McKenzie appreciates the opportunity to network with like-minded business members through the Chamber, and feels strongly that BBSI is an effective business owners’ advocate. Based in Salisbury, he is responsible for the Eastern Shore territory, and finds his Chamber connections invaluable in building partnerships and helping businesses grow.
ATTORNEYSProcino-Wells & Woodland, LLCLeslie DiPietro17252 N. Main Village Blvd.Lewes, DE 19958(302) [email protected]
COMPUTER SALES/SERVICECards TechnologyMark Shaw11004 Manklin Meadows Lane, Unit 1Ocean Pines, MD 21811(410) [email protected]
MARKETINGBNI Delaware Valley RegionsMichael Gallagher6 Oaknoll Rd.Wilmington, DE 19808(302) [email protected]
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONSOcean View Historical SocietyBarbara Slavin39 Central Ave.Ocean View, DE 19970(302) [email protected]
REAL ESTATE AGENTSBarrows and AssociatesChristina Harvey330 Rehoboth Ave.Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971(302) [email protected]
REAL ESTATE SALESREMAX CoastalNancy Rhodes300 Ocean View Pkwy.Bethany Beach, DE 19930(302) [email protected]
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BETHANY BEACH BOARDWALK ARTS FESTIVAL
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AROUND THE Quiet Resorts39TH ANNUAL BETHANY BEACH BOARDWALK ARTS FESTIVAL
The 39th Annual Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival, presented by Schell Brothers and the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Com-merce will be held on Saturday, September 9th from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. This annual event, located in downtown Bethany Beach, brings in over 100 artists to showcase and sell their work. The featured artists bring unique creations representing a variety of different mediums including paintings, photography, woodwork, metalwork, clay, baskets, jewelry and porcelain.In addition to exploring the works of over 100 artists, this year’s Arts Festival will showcase a self-guided tour: Discover the Arts and An-tiques Trail. The Discover the Finer Things Guide
will feature a trail map in the centerfold of the publication while businesses, which create and sell fine arts and antiques, will be featured in the publica-tion. The Discover the Finer Things Guide will be available at the Arts Festival and throughout the year at the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Com-merce Information Center as well as participating businesses along the trail.Two charitable events will round off Saturday’s Arts Festival at the board-walk. A Silent Auction and scholarship giveaway, will take place on the bandstand. The Silent Auction will offer works of art generously donated by the festival’s artists, with all proceeds supporting local art programs at four elementary schools in the Indian River School District. Additionally, the Chamber and the Quiet Resorts Charitable Foundation (QRCF) will award a $1,000 art scholarship for one local high school junior or senior artist. Public judging for the final prize will take place on the bandstand. For more infor-mation on the Bethany Beach Boardwalk Arts Festival, please visit BethanyBeachArtsFestival.com or call (302) 539-2100.
PADDLEFEST CONTINUES 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATIONS
The staff of Delaware Seashore State Park are continuing their 50th anniver-sary celebrations with a Paddlefest, a brand new event to the state park, taking place on Saturday, August 26. This event could even be described as a paddling 5K, or a scavenger hunt via kayak!“We’ve been offering kayak eco-tours for over 10 years, but we figured with the 50th anniversary being this year, it was time to try something new and different,” says Laura Scharle, interpretive programs manager for the park. “Most people come to our park to enjoy our beautiful beaches, but few people stop to enjoy the expansive salt marsh habitat and wildlife-viewing opportunities on the bayside of the park. This event is the perfect opportuni-ty to check it out.”Participants will launch at Savages Ditch Road, and paddle a 4-mile course that ends at Tower Rd. Along the way, park naturalists will be stationed throughout the course to share tidbits about marsh ecology, local maritime history, and to hand out snacks and other goodies. The first 50 people to complete the course will even receive a Delaware State Parks water bot-tle. At the end, participants will receive a certificate of completion. There will also be a food-truck, photo ops, and the 50th anniversary Park History exhibit on display. Transportation back to the beginning of the course will be provided.This “Paddlefest” event is free to enter, but pre-registration is required by calling (302) 227-6991. Due to the length of the event, previous paddling experience is required. Kayak rentals are available through Coastal Kay-ak, by calling (302) 539-7999. All participants must launch between 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. For more information about this event or other state park programs, please visit destateparks.com or call the Indian River Life-Saving Station at (302) 227-6991.
Platinum SponsorsNVHomes/Ryan Homes
Gold Sponsors
47 ABC/WMDT-TVBanks Wines & Spirits
Beazer Homes at Bishop’s Landing
Beebe Healthcare/ Beebe Medical Foundation
Bethany Beach BooksBunting & Murray
Construction GroupCarl M. Freeman Companies
Coastal PointCoastal Tented Events/
Coastal Rentals & HydraulicsDelaware TodayDelaware WaveK. Hovnanian at
Ocean View Beach ClubPNC Bank
ResortQuest Sales/RentalsThe Cottage Cafe/ Bethany Boathouse
Wilgus Associates, Inc.
Silver SponsorsBethany Beach Ocean SuitesColdwell Banker Residential
Brokerage: Sales/RentalsLa Vida Hospitality GroupLong & Foster Realtors –
Bethany BeachSchell Brothers
The Voice Radio Network
Bronze SponsorsSelbyville Holly Kia
Anne Powell +Associates, Keller Williams
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About THE CHAMBEROur MissionThe Chamber’s mission is to develop and implement destination events, participate in advocacy efforts, and provide opportunities for networking, marketing and education with a goal of improving member success and enhance the quality of life throughout the Quiet Resorts.
OfficersPresident: Ron Derr, PKS & Company, P.A.President-Elect: Sara Booth, Ryan Homes Vice-President: Cory Walsh, Calvin B. Taylor BankSecretary: Heather DeMarie, Heather’s Home WorksTreasurer: Mike Mall, Delaware WavePast President: Richard Mais, McCabe’s Gourmet Market
DirectorsGeorge Bendler, Hammerheads DocksideChristophe Emmert, Tunnell & Raysor, P.A.Damien Golden, iKANDE AdvertisingSteve Hagen, Just Hooked & Hooked UpMax Hutsell, Edward Jones FinancialKirsten Northway, Atlantic General HospitalDoug Phillips, Joshua M. Freeman Foundation
Legal CounselHarold Dukes, Jr.,Tunnell & Raysor, P.A.
Chamber StaffExecutive DirectorKristie Maravalli • ext. [email protected]
Membership ManagerSue Nilsson • ext. [email protected]
Event & Member Relations Manager Lauren Weaver • ext. [email protected]
Communications & Marketing ManagerEmilie Cook • ext. [email protected]
Tourism Services CoordinatorSusie Miller • ext. [email protected]
IN Memoriam...
When you love what you do, surrounded by fantastic people and are truly having fun, change is both exciting and sentimental. Thank you to all of our members, Board of Directors and presidents past and present, Kami Banks-Kane, Anne Powell, Richard Mais and Ron Derr. I would also like to thank the Ambassador Committee and all our past team members through the years: Jen, Katie, Trish, Patti and Mary Beth along with all the weekend and kiosk support staff. Through all the goals attained, hardships endured and relationships made, I am grateful for this journey. It was my privilege to be associated with the organization and work with all of you.
Words cannot express how much I appreciate this Chamber team who will continue to make the organization great. Susie just joined our team this winter with a fresh perspective which grew our team to five full-time members. Emilie has been here for two years now. From the start, she fit right in, turned our ideas into reality and created a consistent brand for the Chamber. In conclusion, Sue, Lauren and I started within 10 days of each other back in June 2013. They have been my partners in crime. Well, Lauren has been my partner in crime, and Sue made sure we stayed out of trouble. I am thankful fate brought us in together, and synergy kept us together over the past four years. Moving forward, I am excited to watch the Chamber grow under Lauren’s leadership coupled with the tremendous energy and talent of the team. Simply, thank you to all!
In gratitude,
Kristie
