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Apr 24, 2020
I wanted to take this time to share with you the direction the City of Rehoboth Beach is taking in response to the pandemic and the rising threat from the COVID-19 virus. And to also assure you that in this unprecedented time of uncertainty and stress city staff are working hard every day to continue to provide the services needed that make our city so special.
I have been meeting virtually with city leaders from surrounding municipalities and have been in direct contact with Governor Carney and his team concerning the near future as the summer season is rapidly approaching. It is with an abundance of caution that I regretfully decided to cancel the fireworks display planned for July 3rd and to cancel all bandstand concerts through the July 4th weekend, and to cancel all special events through this time period. The beach and Boardwalk also remain closed in response to the call to limit close contact with others. I know this is extremely disappointing, but we must act with a high degree of restraint while lessening the chance to stem the spread of this deadly virus.
Beginning next week, I plan to meet regularly with representatives from each of the six business categories located in the downtown district to provide current information and to hear their concerns.
Governor Carney is following federal guidelines related to openings with three different phases of recovery. To get to Phase 1, which is a very limited reopening, there is first a 28-day period before even approaching this point. We are not there yet as the number of positive cases in Sussex County continues to rise.
Our city is facing a challenge unlike any of us have experienced. But I am confident that we will weather these uncertain times and come out the other side stronger. Please know that we are working all day every day to gather the latest information and to pass any new information on to you. Your city is here for you and we are doing everything we can to help protect our community. To be successful, we all need to be personally responsible. I’m asking all residents to be patient, mindful, and selfless.
Please be well, stay safe, continue to practice social distancing, and stay informed.
Thank you very much.
All residents living within the City of Rehoboth Beach limits are encouraged to visit the City of Rehoboth Beach CodeRED self-enrollment site to enroll additional contact information including cell phone numbers, text, and email addresses.
