Levy Court Business Meeting 09-15-2026

The Kent County Levy Court held a business meeting on September 15, 2026, which included several procurement and land use discussions. Key procurement-related actions included the approval of a contract amendment for additional inspection work on the bios capacity expansion project, with a not-to-exceed amount of $20,000 funded from the project contingency. The court also approved a resolution supporting a $355,000 local match for the Big Oak pickleball facility construction grant. Additionally, pension fund reallocations were approved to adjust target ranges for international equities and fixed income funds. The meeting featured multiple public hearings on conditional use applications, notably for Pro Cut Tree Services, Ctail Creek Propane Facility, and Sunrise Shaws Corner Road Solar community energy generating facility. The solar project sparked significant public opposition due to concerns about farmland loss, environmental impact, and community effects, but was ultimately conditionally approved by a 4-2 vote with one absent. The court also authorized a negotiation team for collective bargaining agreement successor negotiations. Overall, the meeting combined procurement approvals, land use decisions, and community input on energy and infrastructure projects.