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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 third 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:
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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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 practice with that same firm today. I concentrate in the areas of consumer bankruptcy, general civil litigation and real property law.
I was elected to the 2nd Levy Court District on November 7, 2006 and sworn into office on December 28, 2006. This is my first 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 first term. He is a life long resident of Kent County and the State of Delaware. He graduated from Caesar Rodney High School in 1983 and the University of Delaware in 1988. His first taste of politics came following his father, former Attorney General, LT Governor and Governor of the State of Delaware, David Buckson. Currently, Mr. Buckson is employed by the POLYTECH School District as their Athletic Director and Attendance Officer. 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 three (Cole, Blake, and Baby Jensen).
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: Production Control Specialist with International Playtex/Intimate Apparel, 10 years; 19 years as an employee of the State of Delaware, currently the Information Technology Manager for the Delaware Department of Transportation.
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. Harold K. Brode, Commissioner, Levy Court District 6 ** |
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Mission Statement:
To ensure that all citizens of Kent County receive the services that they are paying for, to continually remain responsive to their present and future needs and always strive for a better quality of life for all. |
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Harold K. Brode |
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Commissioner Harold K. Brode, the Democratic Representative of the 6th Levy Court District is serving his first term. He moved to Harrington Delaware in 1962 and graduated from Harrington High School in 1965. He is a 1970 graduate of the Delaware State Police Academy. He served on the Delaware State Police, retiring as a Sergeant on November 1st, 1989.
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Family: Wife Cindy, sons Derrick, Kenny and Robbie. |
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Organizations (Past and Present): |
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Asbury Methodist Church - Harrington; Director - Delaware State Fair;
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Harrington Moose Lodge #534; Past President, Past Chief and Past Ambulance |
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Captain; Harrington Fire Company; Masonic Temple Lodge #9 - Milford; |
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Shamrock Judging Association; Harrington High School Alumni Association; |
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Association of Retired Delaware State Police; Life Member Lower Delaware; |
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Shield and Square Club; Tall Cedars of Lebanon; City Council - Harrington 1979-1981. |
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Hon. Richard E. Ennis, Commissioner, At-Large **
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Mission Statement:
To provide the citizens of Kent County with the best possible responsive service keeping in mind that the Power flows from the people we represent. Maintain open lines of communication between our constituents, our dedicated county employees, local governments, and all levels of our State government. |
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Richard E. Ennis |
Commissioner Richard E. Ennis, the Democratic At-Large representative, is beginning his 4th term, having served two terms as 1st District Commissioner from 1989 through 1996.
Commissioner Ennis, from Smyrna, was born and raised in Kent County. Following four years in the United States Air Force, with tours in Korea and Japan, he was employed as a Federal government employee. He held numerous managerial positions, within a tri-service tenant organization, located within the aerial port operation at Dover Air Force Base. He retired in January 1987 with thirty-two years of service.
Throughout his lifetime, he has been involved in numerous community service organizations including but not limited to: Past President and Chairman of the Board, Citizens Hose Company No. 1, Inc., Smyrna (six years); member of the Board for 11 years and a life member of the company. member and former manager, Smyrna Fire Company Band for fifty years through 1998; President Emeritus, Kent County Firemens Association, and Past President, Delaware Volunteer Firemens Association 1980, and continues to be in the voluteer fire service by attending local, county, and DVFA Executive Committee; Meetings/Conferences; Past Presiden, Clayton Lions Club, Smyrna-Clayton Fourth of July Committee, Past Master and Past Secretary, Harmony Lodge 13, A.F. & A.M., Smyrna and Union Lodge No 7, Dover; Past Chair, Smyrna American Revolution Bicentennial Committee. Certified Lay Speaker, and member, Chancel choir, Whatcoat United Methodist Church, Camden. Member, Dover Elks Lodge, Adjutant, Chapter 3, Korean War Veterans Assn., Dover-Life Member, American Legion Post 13, Smyrna and Clayton VFW Post 8801, Clayton. Appointed by the Governor as a member of the former State Paramedic Advisory Council in 1989 representing Levy Court.
Send Email to: Richard E. Ennis |
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**Commissioner Photos Courtesy of Young's Studio. Except Commissioner
Sweeney; courtesy of CM Baker Photography.
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