Governor’s Weekly Message: Empowering Delawareans to be Financially Literate and Grow Our Economy
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, May 13, 2016
Wilmington, DE – In his weekly message, Governor Markell highlights the work of Stand By Me, a financial empowerment program that recently celebrated its fifth anniversary.
Governor and Legislators Propose Expansion of Needle and Syringe Exchange Program
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Office of the Governor | Date Posted: Thursday, May 12, 2016
Today, Governor Markell announced his support for legislation that would authorize the Division of Public Health (DPH) to expand the Syringe Exchange Program (SEP) statewide to help reduce the sharing of potentially infected needles and support the state’s larger efforts to address opioid addiction and HIV transmission. This enabling legislation would allow the program to go statewide should federal funding become available.
Governor’s Weekly Message: Recognizing the Contributions of Delaware’s Public Servants
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Kent County | New Castle County | Newsroom | Sussex County | Date Posted: Friday, May 6, 2016
Wilmington, DE – In his weekly message, Governor Markell recognizes the Delawareans who have devoted their career to public service, and talks about the positive impact of their work in building safe and strong communities and a responsive government that meets peoples’ needs.
Governor’s Weekly Message Transcript: Recognizing the Contributions of Delaware’s Public Servants
Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Newsroom | Date Posted: Friday, May 6, 2016
This time each year we recognize the contributions of teachers, law enforcement officers, and the many Delawareans who devote their career to public service. These individuals are often unsung heroes – doing the work that keeps our state running. Some, including correctional officers, police officers, firefighters and first responders, and members of the National Guard, put themselves in harm’s way to keep us safe. Others teach and inspire future generations, help the unemployed find work, protect the air and water, plow our streets, care for the sick and vulnerable, and the list goes on.
DSHA-$tand By Me Partner for Financial Coaching Program
Delaware Health and Social Services | Delaware State Housing Authority | Former Governor Jack Markell (2009-2017) | Date Posted: Monday, May 2, 2016
New services available for potential homeowners WILMINGTON, DE — Building on efforts to promote responsible homeownership, the Delaware State Housing Authority is partnering with $tand By Me to offer new financial coaching services to Delawareans interested in purchasing their first home. Services are now available for Delawareans who need extra financial coaching assistance to reduce […]
