Public Survey Notice: Night Construction for DelDOT Project
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 24th, 2026The Town encourages residents and businesses to complete a survey regarding proposed night construction for the DelDOT project: HEP SC, SR 54 at Hudson Road Roundabout. Your feedback is important and will help inform decisions about construction scheduling and community impact. Survey Deadline: April 30, 2026 To view the notice and access the survey: Click here. For more information about the project: Click here. We appreciate your participation and input.
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CodeRED Alerts
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026Sign up for CodeRED Alerts to receive important notifications and community updates. Enrolling is quick and easy! Text: SELBYVILLE to 24639 OR Register online: https://accountportal.onsolve.net/selbyvilletownde See the attachment below for step-by-step registration instructions. If you need to check whether you’re already registered or are having trouble signing up, please call 302-436-8314. Click here to view step-by-step registration instructions.
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SHORT-TERM RENTALS – PROHIBITED
Date Posted: Thursday, July 10th, 2025Short-term rentals are defined in the Town Code as rental agreements for a duration of less than one year. These types of rentals have never been permitted within the Town of Selbyville. On Monday, July 7, 2025, following a public hearing, the Mayor and Council of the Town of Selbyville adopted an ordinance to amend the Town Code to specifically define and prohibit short-term rentals. Click here to read the ordinance.
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FOG (Fats, Oils & Grease) Program
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 28th, 2021Informational Flyer on Fats, Oils & Grease in the Sanitary Sewer Informational Poster – English Informational Poster – Spanish
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69th Annual Old Timers’ Day Classic Car Show & Family Festival Registration is OPEN
Date Posted: Monday, March 30th, 2026Visit oldtimersdayde.com to learn more! Click here for view the event flyer.
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NOTICE: Hydrant Flushing
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 24th, 2026SELBYVILLE TO FLUSH HYDRANTS The Town of Selbyville will be flushing its fire hydrants during the week of Monday, April 13, 2026. Residents and businesses are advised to check for discolored water, especially in their washing machines. If you observe discolored water, let your faucet run for a few minutes to see if it clears up. If it doesn’t, contact the water department at 302-436-8349. We appreciate your patience and cooperation. For more information, call Town Hall at 302-436-8314. Again, please watch for discolored water.
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Tax Rate Adjustment Notice
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 24th, 2026Our charter requires the Town to use the Sussex County assessment list; however, the Town sets its own tax rate. Following the recent countywide reassessment, the Town has adjusted its tax rates to keep any increases for residents and businesses to a minimum. The previous tax rate was $2.15 per $100 of assessed value. The new tax rates are: Residential: $0.135 per $100 of assessed value Commercial: $0.250 per $100 of assessed value
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Honoring the life and legacy of G. Frank Smith III
Date Posted: Monday, March 23rd, 2026Honoring the life and legacy of G. Frank Smith III, whose dedicated service as Councilman spanned 35 remarkable years, from March 1988 to March 2023. Through decades of leadership, commitment, and unwavering service to the community, he made a lasting impact that will not be forgotten. His contributions helped shape the future for generations to come, and his legacy will continue to inspire all who follow in his footsteps. With gratitude and respect, we remember his years of service and the difference he made. Rest in peace.
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Scam Alert: Phone Calls Impersonating Law Enforcement
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026Scam Alert: Phone Calls Impersonating Law Enforcement The Selbyville Police Department wants to alert our community about a phone scam involving callers spoofing the numbers of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) and the Selbyville Police Department. These calls are fraudulent and may attempt to pressure you for personal information or money. Similar scams have been reported in nearby areas. ***What you should do: -Do not give out personal information or payment over the phone. -Hang up immediately if the call feels suspicious. -Remember: Law enforcement will never demand money or threaten arrest over the phone. -Report any suspicious calls to your local police department. We encourage everyone to stay alert and share this information with friends and family to help prevent others from becoming victims.
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Spring Fling returns to the Quiet Resorts
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 17th, 2026Please find below the Press Release from the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce: Spring Fling returns to the Quiet Resorts The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Spring Fling returns to the Quiet Resorts April 3 – 11, 2026! Customers are encouraged to shop, dine, stay, and play at participating businesses for a chance to win in-store prizes or a grand prize valued at $500. This shop local initiative is designed to support businesses in the Quiet Resorts community, which includes towns of Bethany Beach, Clarksville, Dagsboro, Fenwick Island, Frankford, Millville, Ocean View, Roxana, Selbyville, and South Bethany. In-store prize drawings will take place at participating businesses on Tuesday, April 14, and the grand prize drawing will take place at the Chamber on Wednesday, April 15. You must be 18 or older to participate in the raffles. Visit thequietresorts.com for more information and to view a full list of participating businesses as they […]
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Delaware Division of the Arts Announces Spring 2026 Free Art Classes for Veterans
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026The Division of the Arts has announced their third installment of FREE art classes for Delaware veterans titled Delaware CreatiVeterans. For more information, please see the flyer below or visit: https://arts.delaware.gov/creativeterans/ Click here to view the flyer for the Delaware Division of the Arts Spring 2026 Free Art Class for Veterans in Sussex County.
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Volunteer opportunities available for Coastal Delaware Community Clean Up
Date Posted: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026Please find below the Press Release from the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce: Volunteer opportunities available for Coastal Delaware Community Clean Up The Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce will host the 2026 Coastal Delaware Community Clean Up on Saturday, April 18 from 8 a.m. to noon. In partnership with Keep Delaware Beautiful, groups and individuals alike are invited to celebrate the week of Earth Day by adopting and cleaning a section of roadway in the Quiet Resorts area. Those interested in participating the Coastal Delaware Community Clean Up can sign up at thequietresorts.com until 8 a.m. on Wednesday, April 15. Volunteers have the option to choose from four targeted clean up locations, serve wherever help is needed, or pick their own area. Regardless of cleaning location, volunteers must check in at their assigned Hub location. The Inland Bays Garden Center will serve as the central hub location where registered volunteers […]
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2026 Ocean to Bay Bike Tour Gears Up for April 24 and 25
Date Posted: Tuesday, March 10th, 2026Please find below the Press Release from the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce: 2026 Ocean to Bay Bike Tour Gears Up for April 24 and 25 The Ocean to Bay Bike Tour presented by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce is slated to return for its 37th year on Friday, April 24th and Saturday, April 25th. This award-winning cycling tour brings 2,000 riders to the Quiet Resorts area each spring to bike through southern Delaware’s scenic beaches, bays, and beyond. Cyclists have the choice of a 10-, 30-, 50-, 62- (metric century), or 100 (century) mile ride on flat terrain through the Quiet Resorts. Enjoy live music, lite fare, giveaways, multiple rest stops with beautiful vistas, a complimentary long sleeve shirt, and more. Custom jerseys, shirts, and boxed lunches from DiFebo’s Market are also available to add to registrations. Saturday riders may register as an individual or as part of […]
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