Today, Delaware Governor Matt Meyer ordered all flags at state buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff to honor the life and service of former Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki who passed away on Tuesday.
To recognize former Mayor Purzycki’s career of service to the State of Delaware, Governor Meyer orders flags at all state-owned buildings and facilities to be flown at half-staff until sunset on Friday, May 22, 2026.
Statement from Governor Meyer on the passing of former Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki:
Mike Purzycki was a tremendous leader and Delawarean. He served our state in numerous ways – on New Castle County Council, as executive director of the Riverfront Development Corporation transforming the Wilmington Riverfront, and as mayor of Wilmington for two terms. Mike’s legacy will be long felt and our thoughts are are with Bette and the Purzycki family.
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