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The Levy Court is the highest executive power that exists in Kent County, Delaware. It is charged with overseeing the daily operations of Kent County government. The Levy Court was established in 1655 when the Delaware General Assembly, then under Dutch control, enacted legislation that called for taxes to be levied on all land owners in Delaware. By 1793, the duties had grown to include property assessment, real estate transfers and granting land applications. During the same year, the General Assembly passed an act that allowed the Levy Court Commissioners to elected by the people.
Over the next two hundred years, the Levy Court took on the responsibility of appointing assessors and establishing assessment fees, constructing sewage systems, determining street light placement and any other topics of public interest. It also provides library and ambulance service, in addition to financial assistance to local service organizations. The Levy Court is continuously expanding the services the County provides to its constituents. The Levy Court is committed to serving the public and ensuring that the best possible decisions are made for the enhancement of Kent County residents.
Hon. P. Brooks Banta, President
Levy Court District 1
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Mission Statement:
To initiate or support those programs which will enhance and enrich the "quality of life" of all Kent Countians.
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Commissioner P. Brooks Banta, the Democratic representative for the 1st Levy Court District, is currently serving his fourth consecutive four-year term.
Commissioner Banta, a resident of the 1st District for more than 50 years, has an extensive public service record. He served for 14 years on the Clayton Town Council; two terms as Mayor of the Town of Clayton; 10 years on the Smyrna School District Board of Education; 10 years as a Non-Resident Commissioner for the Town of Dewey Beach and has also served a four-year appointment to the Kent County Regional Planning Commission.
Send Email to: P. Brooks Banta
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Hon. Allan F. Angel, Vice President **
Levy Court District 3
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Mission Statement
To enhance communication as the Commissioner of the Third Levy Court District to its’ constituents; and to the best of my ability, live up to the oath of office I was sworn to uphold. To look outside the box for innovative idea’s and issues that will move Kent County into the future! To “Promote long range planning to ensure a better Quality of Life for all Kent County citizens.” While providing the 3rd Levy Court District with a Voice in it’s Government; and the dedication and respect of all Kent County residents and their issues.
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Allan F. Angel |
Commissioner Allan F. Angel, the Democratic representative for the 3rd Levy Court District, is serving his first term. Mr. Angel moved to Delaware in 1965 as part of an Air Force family from California. He graduated from Dover High School in 1971.
College’s Attended: Delaware State College; Baylor University Army Campus; University of Maryland Army Campus; J Sargent Reynolds Community College A.A.S.; Delaware Technical College
Family: Wife: Peggy; Daughters: Christina, Kelly and Jennifer
Military: United States Army 73-76; Army Reserves 78-82
Academy of Health Sciences
Church: Holy Cross
Organizations (Past and Present):
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President, Dover High School Alumni
PTO President, Dover High School
President, Capital School Board
Chair, 32nd Democrat District
American Legion member
DAV member
D.A.R.E. Volunteer
Volunteer: Booster clubs for: football, soccer, wrestling,
cheerleeding, and band |
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Send Email to: Allan F. Angel
Hon. Bradley S. Eaby, Commissioner, Levy Court District 2 **
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Mission Statement:
Mission Statement:
To serve the residents of the 2nd Levy Court District and Kent County by striving to make the next day better then the last one. By listening to constituent concerns, thoroughly analyzing all sides of an issue and making thoughtful, balanced decisions.
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Born October 3, 1961 in Ephrata, PA. My father was a lawyer practicing in the areas of Wills & Estates, Family Law and a general small town practice. My mother was a home maker. I have four brothers and one sister.
I am married to Julie A. Eaby and we are raising three small children, two girls and a boy.
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Education: |
I was educated in the public school system and graduated from Ephrata High School in 1979. I attended Mansfield State College, PA from 1979 to 1981 and then transferred to Shippensburg University, PA in 1981. I graduated from there in 1984 with a B.S. degree. I attended night school at Widener University from 1985 to 1989 and acquired my J.D. degree. During this time I worked at MBNA in their legal department.
After graduating from law school I took the Delaware Bar Exam in 1989 and was admitted to the Delaware Bar in December 1989. I was admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in 1999.
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My first job after graduating from law school was with the Dover law firm Barros, McNamara, Malkiewcz & Taylor, P.A. I started with them in August 1989, became a partner in 1998 and practiced with that firm until 2008.
In October 2008 I opened The Eaby Firm, LLC. I concentrate in the areas of consumer bankruptcy, general civil litigation, real property, personal injury, and wills and estates. The firm's associate, Robert D. Cecil, Jr., Esq., practices in the areas of consumer bankruptcy, general civil litigation, landlord/tenant and criminal law.
I was reelected to the 2nd Levy Court District on November 2, 2010 and sworn into office on December 28, 2010. This is my second 4 year term.
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Hon. Eric L. Buckson, Commissioner, Levy Court District 4 **
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Mission Statement:
To study the facts and make sound decisions. I will not agree with everyone I come in contact with, but I will listen and give them an honest response.
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Eric L. Buckson |
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Commissioner Eric L. Buckson, 4th District Representative for Levy Court, is serving his second term. He is a lifelong resident of Kent County and the State of Delaware. He graduated from Caesar Rodney High School in 1983, the University of Delaware in 1988 and obtained a Masters in Sport Managment in 1990. He is currently employed by the POLYTECH School District. Mr. Buckson is married to Jennifer and they have four children (Krisanne, Brent, Graham and Leiah). |
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Hon. George "Jody" Sweeney, Commissioner, Levy Court District 5 **
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Mission Statement:
To provide fair and honest representation to the residents of the 5th Levy Court District, listening to all sides of issues and striving to find the best solutions to problems facing our District and County for the health, safety, and continued prosperity of our residents. |
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George "Jody" Sweeney |
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Commissioner George "Jody" Sweeney is serving in his first four-year term as the representative for the 5th Levy Court District.
Family: Married to wife Crystal, Father of four (Bill, Amy, Cameron, and Skyler) and grandfather of four (Cole, Blake, Cannon and Baby Sweeney).
Education: Caesar Rodney High School; A.A.S. in Data Processing from Del-Tech Community College; B.S. in Business Administration from Wilmington University.
Employment: 35 years of experience in Information Technology, currently the Chief Information Officer for Wesley College.
Community Involvement:
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- Wyoming United Methodist Church (Family Emergency Relief Team, Security Watch)
- WCF Ruritan
- Camden-Wyoming and Felton Little League coaching
- Central Delaware Soccer Association coaching
- Polytech High School Soccer Coach
- Polytech Craft Advisory Board
- Delaware Technical Community College Computer Advisory Board
- Kent County Democratic Committee Treasurer
- State Democrat Party Executive Committee
- Member of Citizens for a Better Kent County
- Caesar Rodney Alumni Association
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| Hon. Glen M. Howell, Commissioner, Levy Court District 6 ** |
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Mission Statement:
Honor the oath; Serve the people; Keep the peace.
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Glen M. Howell |
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Commissioner Glen M. Howel, 6th Levy Court District Represetative is serving his first term.
Family: Married 30 years to Nora (Hanna) Howell. Father of four (Lindsay, Katie, Mitch, and Annie).
Education: M.A. Delaware State University.
Employment: Teacher at the James T. Vaughn Correctional Center.
Military: Served in the Army and Air Force. Retired after 29 years.
Church: Chapel of the Holy Spirit.
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Hon. Terry L. Pepper, Commissioner, At-Large **
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Mission Statement:
To work with the other six commissioners to make the best decisions for Kent County's future, to be responsive and honest with all constituents and help make Kent County a place that we can all be proud to call "home".
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Terry L. Pepper |
Background: Commissioner Terry L. Pepper, Democratic Commissioner At Large, is serving his second four year term. Commissioner Pepper's first term was served from 1994 to 1998. Commissioner Pepper is a life-long Delawarean who has lived in Kent County over 44 years. He was raised on a farm in the Hartly area and has lived in the Magnolia/Rising Sun area for more than 25 years.
Family: Terry is married to Valarie Coyle Pepper and has two grown daughters, Lauren (husband Brian Cusick) and Heather. He has two grand-daughters; Mackenzie and Brooklyn Cusick.
Education: Graduated from Dover High School; Associates Degree in Criminal Justice, Delaware Technical and Community College; B.S. Degree in Marketing/ Business Administration, Delaware State University; Graduate of the Delaware State Police Academy.
Employment: Retired Delaware State Trooper; Executive Director of Delaware Crime Stoppers; Policy Advisor/Liaison to Local Governments for Governor Minner's Administration; Currently Policy Advisor to Delaware Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
Community Involvement:
- Holy Cross Catholic Church
- Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company
- Kent Conservation District Board of Supervisors
- National Association of Conservation Districts Board Member
- Delaware State Troopers Association
- Association of Retired Delaware State Troopers
- Former member Hartly Volunteer Fire Company
- Former Caesar Rodney High School Band Booster and PTO
Send Email to: Terry L. Pepper |
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Commissioner Photos Courtesy of Young's Studio
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