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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Delaware public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Lead and copper rule compliance
Utilities staff are reviewing how much water the community drew during peak summer months and how far along the city is on identifying every water service line material.
Utilities capital program — $126.8 million over five years
Residents near Lake Street said basements flood when an aging storm sewer backs up and lights flicker as new apartments come online. Staff said utilities are sized for growth and redevelopment must meet modern stormwater standards, but promised to loop in the utilities department.
Stormwater flooding after '100-year' storms
After repeated flooding — three '100-year' storms in six years — a council member demanded to know the city's plan to protect flooded basements downtown. Staff acknowledged larger pipes won't help if rivers can't absorb the runoff and promised a more active planning dialogue.
Water system cybersecurity
Following national news of cyberattacks on public water systems, the city confirmed its water system isn't directly connected to the internet and is adding multi-factor authentication even to alarm systems.