Sussex Preservation Coalition to meet Oct. 15
The Sussex Preservation Coalition will meet from 7 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 15, at Lewes Public Library, 111 Adams Ave., Lewes.
Area residents and other attendees will be able to learn about land management in the era of climate change and extreme weather.
The meeting is free and open to the public, and a Zoom link will be available at sussexpreservationcoalition.org. Attendees are asked to register in advance by emailing spcde.org@gmail.com.
Danielle Swallow, a Delaware Sea Grant coastal hazard specialist, will speak on the role of land-use planning in managing risks from climate change and extreme weather. She will discuss concepts related to risks, resilience and green infrastructure.
Delaware Sea Grant partners with local communities to use, manage and conserve the state's valuable coastal resources by fostering sustainable coastal economies, developing resilience to coastal hazards and preparing the next generation of coastal leaders.
“As coastal residents know, Delaware is the lowest-lying state in the nation. How we use coastal lands, where we build and develop, is an important issue that all residents need to be more aware of,” said Jill Hicks, SPC president.
During the Oct. 15 meeting, SPC also will provide an update on the Northstar project, a proposed development of 758 single-family home lots, 94 multifamily units and 96,000 square feet of commercial space planned along Route 9.
SPC is a coalition of local environmental groups in Sussex County dedicated to preserving and protecting local ecosystems. Its mission is to increase the impact of groups and individuals by working together to educate, organize, advocate and act.
