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  Archives:  July 2012

Delaware Fresh app updated for a new local food season

Department of Agriculture | Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Government Information Center | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, July 9, 2012

The Delaware Fresh app – a mobile guide to local farmstands and farmers’ markets marking its first year – has been updated and refreshed for the new season, available on both iPhone and Android platforms.



Delaware Forest Service’s 2012 Urban Forestry Grant Program is now accepting applications.

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | News | Date Posted: Monday, July 9, 2012

The Delaware Forest Service is now accepting applications for its annual Urban & Community Forestry Grant Program, which has awarded over $1 million to more than 200 Delaware communities and organizations since the program’s inception in 1991. Municipalities and homeowner groups can apply for up to $5000 in matched funding for projects that increase tree canopy, develop and implement tree management plans, remove hazardous trees or use trees to mitigate storm water runoff. Each applicant must match its grant on a 50-50 cost-share basis with either nonfederal funds or in-kind services (volunteer time, staff time, etc.).



Delaware hosts amateur riders’ race

Department of Agriculture | Date Posted: Friday, July 6, 2012

Delaware recently hosted the International Federation of Gentlemen and Lady Riders’ World Championship for Lady Riders race, with eight amateur competitors from around the world coming to Delaware Park.



Governor’s Weekly Message: Governors Working Together

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, July 6, 2012

Governor Markell talks about the upcoming summer National Governors Association meeting,
which begins Friday, July 13. The NGA meets twice a year, bringing Governor together to see what’s working and to find new ways to work together in areas like jobs, schools, public safety and cost-cutting. Governor Markell, who is currently vice-chair, will become NGA Chair for the next year at the conclusion of the meeting.



Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Governors Working Together

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, July 6, 2012

Washington may be caught in the grips of partisan paralysis, but in state capitals across the country, Governors are having to figure out ways to keep people working together. Not just because they – like the families they serve – have to figure out how to balance their budgets – but they’ve got to make sure kids growing up today have the tools they need to succeed and help strong teachers prepare kids to win against growing international competition.





  Archives:  July 2012

Delaware Fresh app updated for a new local food season

Department of Agriculture | Department of State | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Government Information Center | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Monday, July 9, 2012

The Delaware Fresh app – a mobile guide to local farmstands and farmers’ markets marking its first year – has been updated and refreshed for the new season, available on both iPhone and Android platforms.



Delaware Forest Service’s 2012 Urban Forestry Grant Program is now accepting applications.

Department of Agriculture | Forest Service | News | Date Posted: Monday, July 9, 2012

The Delaware Forest Service is now accepting applications for its annual Urban & Community Forestry Grant Program, which has awarded over $1 million to more than 200 Delaware communities and organizations since the program’s inception in 1991. Municipalities and homeowner groups can apply for up to $5000 in matched funding for projects that increase tree canopy, develop and implement tree management plans, remove hazardous trees or use trees to mitigate storm water runoff. Each applicant must match its grant on a 50-50 cost-share basis with either nonfederal funds or in-kind services (volunteer time, staff time, etc.).



Delaware hosts amateur riders’ race

Department of Agriculture | Date Posted: Friday, July 6, 2012

Delaware recently hosted the International Federation of Gentlemen and Lady Riders’ World Championship for Lady Riders race, with eight amateur competitors from around the world coming to Delaware Park.



Governor’s Weekly Message: Governors Working Together

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, July 6, 2012

Governor Markell talks about the upcoming summer National Governors Association meeting,
which begins Friday, July 13. The NGA meets twice a year, bringing Governor together to see what’s working and to find new ways to work together in areas like jobs, schools, public safety and cost-cutting. Governor Markell, who is currently vice-chair, will become NGA Chair for the next year at the conclusion of the meeting.



Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Governors Working Together

Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | News | Date Posted: Friday, July 6, 2012

Washington may be caught in the grips of partisan paralysis, but in state capitals across the country, Governors are having to figure out ways to keep people working together. Not just because they – like the families they serve – have to figure out how to balance their budgets – but they’ve got to make sure kids growing up today have the tools they need to succeed and help strong teachers prepare kids to win against growing international competition.