Finance and Infrastructure Committee 09-15-26

The Kent County Finance and Infrastructure Committee met on September 15, 2026, to discuss several budget appropriations and procurement-related actions. Key items included the acceptance and appropriation of $376,900 for the Kent County Community Action Agency's Weatherization Assistance Program to support energy efficiency and necessary repairs in at least 33 housing units. Additionally, the committee approved appropriations of $9,732 for the Senior Weatherization Assistance Program and $29,197 for animal shelter donations to support care for stray and abused animals. The Register of Deeds office received an additional $25,000 appropriation for technology upgrades. The committee also authorized a winter 2026 property tax millage levy totaling 1.5121 mills to fund county corrections, senior services, veteran services, and early childhood programs. Finally, the committee approved the sale of condominium unit 8 in the Midtown parking deck to Ellis Parking for $100,000, per a prior option agreement. All motions related to budget appropriations and the property sale were passed unanimously.