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Gov. Meyer signs bill allowing Newark to tax University of Delaware
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The city of Newark is now allowed to tax the University of Delaware for every Blue Hen.
Gov. Matt Meyer signed a bill on June 24 amending Newark’s city charter allowing the city to levy a per-student tax on UD, which is by far the largest economic and cultural force in the city. The public university sits on about 40% of the city’s land, but is nontaxable.
Newark’s government has been searching for new revenue streams amid cost and tax increases. Most of the city’s revenue comes from utility payments, which have increased.
The bill was introduced in January by Democratic State Rep. Cyndie Romer, from Newark. It passed both the House and Senate unanimously.
“We’re happy the governor saw this as fit to sign,” Newark Mayor Travis McDermott said.
The law allows the city to tax up to $50 for every student, which could rake in an additional $2.4 million in tax revenue. The city collects around $180,000 annually from UD from deals made in 1965 and 2002. In addition to being a local pillar, UD is responsible for billions of dollars in statewide economic output every year.
In a statement to the News Journal from May, the University of Delaware said it has a shared interest in Newark’s improvements. It remains committed to access to its education.
“We are understanding of and sympathetic to the city’s needs, which — in many ways — reflect ours, due to inflation-induced costs and other financial pressures,” the statement from May 23 reads. “Our goal is and remains centered on providing an accessible and affordable pathway to a UD education for our students — those who contribute social, cultural and economic value to the City of Newark.”
It is now up to the City Council to come up with how much they plan on taxing the institution. The new tax rate might not be at the maximum rate, either. McDermott said the council will find out how much the city is spending on students and then find a rate to reflect that, while leaving room for inflation-related hikes in the future.
Hearings to shape the city’s next annual budget are coming up, and this new revenue stream would need to be factored in. McDermott said he wants a tax rate established by the time budget hearings begin, which should be within the next month.
Shane Brennan covers Wilmington and other Delaware issues. Reach out with ideas, tips or feedback at slbrennan@delawareonline.com.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 10:19PM
ASTON, Pa. (WPVI) — Summer camps are in full swing, and on Wednesday the Action Cam was in Aston, where kids are getting some hands-on learning at Delaware County Technical School.
Middle school students are exploring career pathways as they build, cook, design and create in state-of-the-art classrooms.
They are doing everything from carpentry to cosmetology.
By the end of camp, the kids will create STEAM-based projects that they can take home.
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Across the State Trained AmeriCorps VISTA members will be on-site at 21 Delaware Libraries providing walk-in assistance for digital literacy
DOVER, Del. — The Delaware Libraries today announced the launch of a 10-week summer program aiming to support Delawareans on digital literacy.
The AmeriCorps Digital Literacy Specialists assist the public with computer and technology questions, including completing online applications, navigating websites, and building basic digital skills. As patrons become more comfortable, specialists can introduce them to the many free computer training programs and learning resources available through Delaware Libraries including in-person classes. This project is an initiative of the Division’s Social Innovation Team.
“Libraries are proud to expand their digital literacy specialist supports this summer with a presence in 21 Delaware Libraries,” said Dr. Annie Norman, State Librarian of Delaware. “The digital landscape is ever evolving, and the Delaware Libraries stands at the ready to help Delawareans navigate AI, software skills, social media concepts, and more.”
There is no appointment needed for a meeting or to ask a question to a Specialist.
The Specialists are trained to support many concepts, including:
- Essential Software Skills
- Personalized Assistance
- Workplace Technology
- AI – Understanding & Help
- Basic Computer Skills & Classes
- Social Media Help
- Navigate Internet, Avoid Scams
- Using Tech in Daily Life, Device Help
- Learning Express, Northstar Certification
- And Much More!
Visit DelawareLibraries.org/Digital to view a full schedule of Specialists. For more services visit DelawareLibraries.org/GetConnected!
Delaware Libraries offer specialty library cards for every age group, including a My First Delaware Library Card for birth to age 5, a Super Library Card for children ages 6–12; a Teen Delaware Library Card for ages 13-17 and Delaware Library cards for everyone.
Sign up for a Delaware Library Card today! It’s Easy! It’s Free! It’s Online!
Instructions in Spanish are also available. (En el sitio web de las bibliotecas de Delaware se pueden encontrar instrucciones en español para obtener una tarjeta de biblioteca gratuita de Delaware)
Programming celebrating the Delaware Libraries’ 125th anniversary will continue throughout the year.
Delaware
Talk & Film Bring Delaware’s Revolutionary Story to Life at Archives’ First Saturday Program – State of Delaware News
On Saturday, July 11, 2026, at 10:30 a.m., the Delaware Public Archives will host a special First Saturday Program featuring a presentation and a screening of a new documentary exploring Delaware’s pivotal role in America’s founding.
The event will begin with a shortened presentation of Independence or the Bayonet, examining the critical days leading up to July 1776 through the perspectives of Caesar Rodney, George Read, and Thomas McKean.
Following the presentation, attendees will watch Caesar Rodney’s Ride: The Story of Delawareans and the Declaration of Independence, a new one-hour documentary presented by the Delaware Heritage Commission. The film explores Caesar Rodney’s legendary overnight ride to Philadelphia and the important role Delawareans played in the fight for American independence.
This special program is part of the Delaware Public Archives’ ongoing Delaware 250 educational programming commemorating the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence and highlighting Delaware’s unique contributions to the nation’s founding.
The program is free and open to the public.
For more information about the Delaware Public Archives or to learn more about upcoming events and programs, visit archives.delaware.gov.
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