Resolutions
| Date | Subject | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | Adopt the Forest Stewardship Policy | The Village adopts the ‘Village of Ardencroft Forest Stewardship Policy”. |
| 11/17/2025 | Dissolution of the 75th Anniversary Committee | Whereas the 75th Anniversary event is now over, the 75th Anniversary Committee is hereby dissolved. |
| 11/17/2025 | Create the ArdensReady Liaison Committee | The Ardencroft ArdensReady Committee of three members shall be formed to act as a liaison for Ardencroft. At least one member must be Cert Trained and a current active member of the ArdensReady Committee. |
| 11/17/2025 | Donate to the ArdensReady Organization | Ardencroft shall support the three Ardens’ ArdensReady Committee with an annual donation of $200. This is to support the Emergency Preparedness of the three Ardens’ ArdensReady Committee and its outreach, printing, annual Open House program, and miscellaneous expenses. |
| 5/19/2025 | Budget Approved | The FY2026 budget is approved. |
| 2/17/2025 | FY2025 Budget Changes Approved | Modifications to the FY2025 budget are approved. Changes include the addition of park improvements and grants related to the 75th Anniversary preparations. |
| 9/16/2024 | ORPT Grant 2024 | Village Assembly adopts the Resolution in Support of the Ardencroft Public Works Committee’s 2024 Outdoor Recreation, Parks, and Trails (ORPT) Grant Application. |
| 9/16/2024 | Tree Removal Permit Temporary Authority | The Environment Committee have authority to approve tree removal permits, despite the current ordinance giving that authorization to Public Works, until such time as the Public Works specification is removed from the current Tree Removal ordinance. |
| 5/16/2024 | Budget Approved | The FY2025 budget is approved. |
| 5/16/2024 | Trash Contract | Whereas a committee with representatives from each of the three Ardens has conducted a thorough procurement process and selected a preferred waste services vendor, the Village of Ardencroft shall enter into a three-year contract with the chosen vendor, Evergreen Waste Services, to commence upon the conclusion of the current Trash Tech/SEM services. |
| 1/18/2024 | State Road Speed Limit Reduction and Signage | The implementation of the following Ardens Transportation Plan items is approved: Reducing the Veale Road speed limit from 35 mph to 25 mph from Marini’s and St. Edmonds to Harvey Road in both directions. Introducing signage on Harvey Rd displaying the 25 mph speed limit at the CSX train tracks overpass as you enter the Ardens from Claymont. |
| 6/26/2023 | Ardens Transportation Plan | The Connecting with the Ardens Transportation Plan is approved in concept, understanding that further approval of individual projects will undergo evaluation and approval by the Village Assembly, considering funding, respect for the leasehold agreements and leaseholders, compatibility with the historic nature and designation of the Village, and environmental issues important to the village. |
| 7/21/2022 | Rename Park on Sunset Ln | The village park on Sunset Ln, formerly named after Buzz Ware, is now Pauline A. Young Park. |
| 7/21/2022 | Install Sign at Park | The village will install an interpretive sign at Pauline A. Young Park with a brief bio and photograph of Ms. Young. |
| 5/19/2022 | Curb Access at Parks | The Village will create curb access at the two Ardencroft parks. |
| 7/15/2021 | Roberts Rules to be Included in Welcome Packets | A summary of Robert’s Rules, either by web link or condensed printed format shall be included by the Registration Committee in welcome packets for new residents. |
| 7/16/2020 | Pledge to Work towards Racial Justice | The Village of Ardencroft acknowledges that society is in a moment of significant transformation. Therefore, the Village pledges its support for working towards racial justice and for solidarity with all people of color, both within our community and in the larger culture. |
| 7/19/2019 | Ardencroft Signs | The village will spend up to $2900 in grant money and donations to purchase and install 2 signs stating “Ardencroft Est. 1950.” |
| 3/21/2019 | Mosquito Control | The Village of Ardencroft will participate in the Mosquito Control Spray Policy program being offered, administered, and conducted by the State of Delaware. |
| 11/15/2018 | Improve Safety on Charl Curtis Bridge | The village approves the use of grand money to improve the safety of the Charl Curtis Bridge, particularly by making it less slippery. |
| 1/18/2017 | Support for ACRA’s Use of the Buzz Ware Village Center | The village supports ACRA’s use of the Buzz Ware Village Center. |