The Complainant alleged the City of Wilmington (the “City”) violated the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) by redacting from certain documents the names of persons who applied for, or were assigned to, the Mayor’s security detail. Held: the privacy rights of the security detail members and applicants outweighed an interest the public may have in their identities.
Read MoreThe Complainant alleged the Sussex County Council (the “Council”) violated the “open meetings” provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) by providing insufficient specificity in agenda items and by adding agenda items during its meetings. Held: if available, agendas must be posted with the meeting notice. If the agenda is amended or delayed, the public body must provide the reason for the delay.
Read MoreSTATE OF DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION In Re: B.J. Alan Company, an Ohio corporation. CEASE AND DESIST ORDER PURSUANT TO AN AGREEMENT This Cease and Desist Agreement Order Pursuant to an Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and among the Director of the Division of Consumer Protection of the Department of […]
Read MoreSTATE OF DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE DIVISION OF CONSUMER PROTECTION In Re: William Costigan CEASE AND DESIST ORDER PURSUANT TO AN AGREEMENT This Cease and Desist Agreement Order Pursuant to an Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and among the Director of the Division of Consumer Protection of the Department of Justice (“the Director”) and […]
Read MoreThe Complainant alleged the Board of Education for the Woodbridge School District 9the “Board”) violated the “open meetings” provisions of the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”). Held: the Board’s agenda was insufficient to alert the public that it would accept the resignation of the existing superintendent and hire a replacement superintendent. It therefore violated the “open meetings” requirements of FOIA.
Read MoreOFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE Attorney General Opinion No. 12-IIB13 December 21, 2012 VIA EMAIL AND REGULAR MAIL Ms. Margaret McKay League of Women Voters of Delaware 2400 W. 17th Street Clash Wing, Room 1, Lower Level Wilmington, DE 19806 lwvde@voicenet.com Re: FOIA Complaint Against Capital School District Board Dear […]
Read MoreDeputy Attorneys General positions become available on a regular basis in New Castle, Kent and Sussex Counties. Members of the Delaware Bar who are interested in public service are encouraged to submit their resumes for consideration as vacancies occur. For additional information and to submit a resume, please contact: The Delaware Department of Justice Human […]
Read MoreOpening Date: November 27, 2012 Closing Date: November 30, 2012 ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST I, (Pay Grade 7) Criminal Division, Superior Court Unit, (Felony Trial) Kent County Job Responsibilities and Duties: This Administrative Specialist provides secretarial support to Deputy Attorneys General in the Criminal Division, Superior Court Unit in the Kent County office. The incumbent organizes […]
Read MoreOFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE Attorney General Opinion No. 12-IIB12 November 21, 2012 VIA EMAIL AND REGULAR MAIL Ms. Margaret McKay League of Women Voters of Delaware 2400 W. 17th Street Clash Wing, Room 1, Lower Level Wilmington, DE 19806 lwvde@voicenet.com Re: FOIA Complaint Against Capital School District Board Dear Ms. […]
Read MoreOpening Date: November 19, 2012 Closing Date: November 28, 2012 This is a Casual/Seasonal position (maximum of 37.5 hours work per week) without healthcare benefits. Salary will be commensurate with experience. This is a 12 month assignment. While reappointment for an additional 12 months may be a possibility, neither the existence of the position […]
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