Community Affairs

The Communications team includes the City’s communication manager, community affairs officer, creative designer/web specialist and Welcome Center receptionist. Together, they are responsible for communicating with the public through a variety of channels including:

InformMe
Social Media
- Facebook
- Twitter
- Instagram
- YouTube
Channel 22
Email notifications/press releases

Downtown Newark Partnership

The community affairs officer is also the administrator for the Downtown Newark Partnership (DNP). The DNP is a private/public partnership dedicated to the aesthetic, economic, cultural and social enhancement of downtown Newark. The Partnership has created a unique environment in which the City of Newark, businesses, residential communities, and the University of Delaware can work together toward a common goal: The ongoing enhancement of downtown Newark with mutual benefits.

CGI Communications Partnership

The City of Newark recently partnered with CGI Communications, in cooperation with the National League of Cities and United States Conference of Mayors, to develop a cost-free community showcase program that will allow Newark to better promote tourism, educate and welcome future families and residents, recruit new business and more. The partnership opportunity includes the development of high-quality videos on a variety of topics of interest to Newark and/or its constituents – all at no cost to the City. Costs are absorbed through sponsorship by local businesses and in concert with local non-profits, all of which are solicited by CGI.

Press Releases

City of Newark Holiday Refuse Schedule

Due to the Memorial Day holiday, refuse normally collected on Monday will be collected on Tuesday, and refuse normally collected on Tuesday will be collected on Wednesday. There will be no “Green Wednesday” yard waste collection on Wednesday, May 30. Read on...
City of Newark Hosts 83rd Annual Memorial Day Parade

In recognition of the men and women who lost their lives in service to our country, the City of Newark will host Memorial Day events on Sunday, May 20. A ceremony including drills, the presentation of flags and patriotic music will take place on the ... Read on...
*Update* City of Newark to Celebrate National Bike to Work Day

The City of Newark, in partnership with BikeNewark, Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), University of Delaware and Newark Bike Project will recognize National Bike to Work Day as part of National Bike Week (May 14-18). Newark, first named ... Read on...
Public Notice: Special Meeting Scheduled for City Council

A Special City Council meeting will be held on Monday, May 7 at 6 p.m. in the Council Chamber. Council will be considering a resolution to express support for House Bill 395 to allow all municipalities within the State of Delaware the option to impose... Read on...
City of Newark Ranked Among Safest Cities in Delaware

Citing grassroots efforts and an increase in police personnel as reasons for making Delaware a safer place to live, SafeWise recently released its "10 Safest Cities in Delaware" report, listing Newark as the safest large City in the state and 4th safest Read on...
UDon't Need It? Student Move out Reuse and Recycle Program

Accepting reusable furniture and household goods! Read on...
Public Notice: Three Town Hall Forums on Proposed Referendum Added to Schedule

Following an affirmative vote by Council this January, the City began taking the necessary planning steps regarding a possible referendum to be held on Tuesday, June 19. The referendum would address the ability for the City to seek approval to... Read on...
Nationwide Search for Newark City Manager Underway

A dynamic, experienced municipal professional is being sought to serve as the next city manager for the City of Newark. Following the departure of former city manager Carol Houck last May, Public Works and Water Resources director Tom Coleman... Read on...
Earth Day Raffle

The City of Newark and Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC) are again partnering with Ronny’s Garden World for an Earth Day Raffle. Each community winner will win a gift certificate for a tree or shrub valued up to $89.98. To enter, please ... Read on...
Newark Police Department Receives Gold Standard Accreditation

Underscoring an ongoing commitment to serving its community, the Newark Police Department (NPD) recently received its 8th award for Advanced Law Enforcement Accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA)... Read on...
Volunteers Recognized at City of Newark Jefferson Awards Ceremony

Surrounded by a crowd of friends, neighbors and local officials, several outstanding volunteers were presented with Jefferson Awards at a ceremony held at Grain Craft Bar & Kitchen on Monday, March 19. Organizations and groups engaged in ... Read on...
City of Newark Recognized for Superior Financial Reporting for Eighth Straight Year

The City of Newark was awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). This is the eighth consecutive year the award was presented to... Read on...
Stormwater Utility Info

Beginning January 1, 2018, City of Newark property owners began paying a monthly stormwater utility fee. To learn more about the fee, visit the Public Works Stormwater Utility page.
Video Tour of City of Newark

The City of Newark is excited to release a new series of videos that highlight everything our community offers residents, visitors, and business owners. The videos were created in partnership with CGI Communications, Inc. Watch the video tour here!
Newark's McKees Solar Park Hits Power Generation Milestone

Since coming online in October 2014, McKees Solar Park has generated more than one million kilowatt hours (kWh) of clean energy - enough power for nearly 111 homes for an entire year. The milestone, achieved the afternoon of Thursday, February 8, was a... Read on...
Newark Conservation Advisory Committee Seeks Nominations for "A Better Newark" Award

With a continued focus on recognizing residents who have taken the lead in landscape sustainability, the Conservation Advisory Committee (CAC) seeks nominations for its "A Better Newark" award. Read on...
Kidde Fire Extinguisher Recall

On Nov. 2, 2017, Kidde announced a recall of almost 38 million fire extinguishers sold in the United States. They may not work during a fire emergency if they become clogged and require a lot of force to use. Also, the nozzle can come off with ... Read on...
City of Newark Implements Stormwater Utility

Following Council's affirmative vote to implement a city-wide stormwater utility on Monday, October 9, Newark became just the third city in Delaware to enact the progressive measure. The utility charge is expected to raise $1.4 million each year and ... Read on...
Online Access to Newark City Council Meetings Increases

In an effort to maintain open access to local government, the City of Newark has partnered with Livestream to increase options for viewing Council meetings online. Read on...
Newark Police Department Partners with MedicAlert Foundation

The Newark Police Department, in partnership with MedicAlert Foundation, announced the implementation of a free program aimed to protect community members with dementia and autism who are at-risk for wandering emergencies. Read on...