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Seaford council approves Health Initiative’s Project Safe Neighborhoods participation
Summary
The council unanimously approved the Health Initiative’s Project Safe Neighborhoods program, which will deliver energy‑efficiency measures (LEDs, aerators, low‑flow fixtures) and outreach to qualifying residents at no cost to the city; presenters said eligible residents may receive a one‑time $300 credit and about $200 in measures via Energize Delaware funding.
The Seaford City Council voted unanimously to approve participation in the Health Initiative’s Project Safe Neighborhoods program, a neighborhood‑focused energy‑efficiency and trust‑building effort that pairs in‑home measures with community outreach.
Charles Kisler, introduced as executive director of the Help Initiative, and Beth Rojas, chief operating officer of the Health Initiative, presented the program. Rojas said the groups previously installed 1,100 LED bulbs in Seaford and reported energy savings; the presentation outlined services including indoor and outdoor LED installations, low‑flow aerators and shower heads, a smart 9‑1‑1 enrollment assistance, a medication‑list refrigerator card, emergency evacuation planning, and a future senior check‑in service.
Kisler said the project is funded through partnerships including Energize Delaware and Delmarva Power’s customer relief fund and that qualifying residents are eligible for a one‑time $300 credit plus approximately $200 in energy‑efficiency measures. He requested no operating cost to the city but asked for staging space and access to crime data to measure program impact in targeted areas.
Vice Mayor Dan Henderson and other council members supported connecting the program with county block‑grant waiting lists and local weatherization efforts to identify eligible residents. Councilman Holland moved to accept the Help Initiative’s request and approve Seaford’s participation; Councilman Quillen seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
The presenters said the program will track monthly performance benchmarks and report back to the council on participation and outcomes.
