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9 DE Code § 1335. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter II. Police Department|§ 1335. Fire prevention outside of incorporated towns.

§ 1335. Fire prevention outside of incorporated towns. The County Council of New Castle County may make provisions for the prevention and extinguishment of fires in New Castle County outside of the corporate limits of any incorporated city or town, and for such purpose enter into contracts with any fire company authorized by the State Fire Prevention Commission for the supplying of water, property and services necessary or incident to the prevention and extinguishment of such fires including the services of any incorporated fire company operating and maintaining apparatus for the extinguishment of fires within New Castle County. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1336. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter II. Police Department|§ 1336. Establishment of school crossing guard unit for New Castle County.

§ 1336. Establishment of school crossing guard unit for New Castle County. Upon the authorization of the County Council, the Police Department of New Castle County may appoint and maintain, within each school district, after approval of each school district in New Castle County, school crossing guards, in such number as may, in the judgment of the school district, be necessary for the safe passage of school children over the public streets and highways of New Castle County outside the City of Wilmington. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1337. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter II. Police Department|§ 1337. Duties; compensation; uniform.

§ 1337. Duties; compensation; uniform. (a) The school crossing guards appointed under this chapter shall be stationed at locations adjacent to the schools or at any other locations deemed necessary as directed by the Police Department for the purpose of assisting school children in safe passage across streets and highways. (b) The guards shall have the right to stop, control and guide vehicular traffic near any pedestrian crosswalk in order to permit children to cross safely the streets and highways. (c) In instances where the driver of a motor vehicle fails to comply with the lawful directions or signals of a school crossing guard, or otherwise violates a lawful ordinance or statute, the school crossing guard may report such driver to the appropriate police authorities. If the identity of the driver is not otherwise apparent, it shall be a rebuttable presumption that the person in whose name the vehicle is registered, to whom a rental vehicle is leased or whose name appears on a company's records as driving a company car is responsible for the violation. (d) The guards shall be subject to such rules and regulations as prescribed by the Police Department. (e) The Police Department shall provide and maintain an appropriate uniform. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1338. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter II. Police Department|§ 1338. Coordination with school boards.

§ 1338. Coordination with school boards. In the selection and assigning of crossing guards the Police Department shall seek the advice and assistance of the school boards of the respective districts in which the crossing guards shall be employed. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1339. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter II. Police Department|§ 1339. Levy and collection of tax.

§ 1339. Levy and collection of tax. (a) In order to carry out this chapter, the County Council of New Castle County may levy in any school district with respect to which school crossing guards are furnished, an annual tax based upon the full annual cost including the salaries and maintenance of school crossing guards employed within said school district. (b) Such taxes shall be collected by the same collector, at the same time and in the same manner as other County taxes. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1342. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter III. Department of Special Services|§ 1342. Department of Special Services Board.

§ 1342. Department of Special Services Board. The Department of Special Services Board shall consist of 9 members. The County Council, with the advice and consent of the County Executive, shall appoint 8 members, who shall serve for a term of 3 years, provided that the terms of the original members shall be established in a manner that 3 shall expire each year. The County Executive, with the advice and consent of the County Council, shall appoint a chairperson who shall serve at the pleasure of the County Executive. The Board shall advise the general manager at the Department of Special Services on issues related to the functions of the Department. Subcommittees that are directly related to functions of the Department may be established. Board members shall be persons of recognized character and ability who meet the qualifications of the Department. Five members of the Board constitute a quorum. A quorum is required for any action or recommendation of the Board. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1351. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter IV. Department of Community Services|§ 1351. Functions.

§ 1351. Functions. The Department of Community Services, managed by the general manager of the Department, who shall be qualified for the position by education, experience and training, may perform the following functions:  (1) Undertake and execute or supervise the execution of all programs related to library functions, recreational/sports and athletic activities, community development and housing, senior programs, and any or all other community related programs authorized by County administrators; (2) Administer community services programs offering every resident of New Castle County equal access to services, resources and guidance in their use; (3) Receive, accept, administer and expend, according to the County budget, any moneys, materials or other aid granted, appropriated or otherwise provided by local, state or federal governments by any source, public or private, in accordance with the terms thereof, for the purposes provided in this division; (4) Plan, supervise and conduct a program of parks and park-related activities for all of the parks in the County; and (5) Perform all other activities pertinent to its organizational functions.71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1352. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter IV. Department of Community Services|§ 1352. Department of Community Services Board.

§ 1352. Department of Community Services Board. The Department of Community Services Board shall consist of 9 members. County Council, with the advice and consent of the County Executive, shall appoint 8 members, who shall serve for a term of 3 years, provided that the terms of the original members shall be established in a manner that 3 shall expire each year. The County Executive, with the advice and consent of the County Council, shall appoint a chairperson who shall serve at the pleasure of the County Executive. The Board shall advise the general manager of the Department of Community Services on issues relating to the functions of the Department. Subcommittees that are directly related to functions of the Department may be established. Board members shall be persons of recognized character and ability who meet the qualifications of the Department. Five members of the Board constitute a quorum. A quorum is necessary for any action or recommendation of the Board. The Library Advisory Board shall serve as a subcommittee to the Department of Community Services Board. Two members of the Library Advisory Board shall be appointed to the Department of Community Services Board. The chairperson of the Library Advisory Board shall recommend 2 sitting members of the Board for consideration by the County Council for County Council appointments to the Department of Community Services Board. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1361. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1361. Office of Administrative Services; functions.

§ 1361. Office of Administrative Services; functions. The Office of Administrative Services, managed by the Chief Procurement Officer, who shall be qualified for the position by education, experience and training, may perform the following functions:  (1) The Purchasing Section is responsible for obtaining goods and services for public purposes according to the laws and procedures intended to provide for the economical expenditures of public funds. (2) The Information Systems Section provides technical leadership to the County by assisting the departments in meeting their business requirements through equipment and application software. (3) The Mail Distribution and Printing Section provides full mail service and in-house printing services to all County agencies.71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1371. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1371. Office of Finance; functions.

§ 1371. Office of Finance; functions. The Office of Finance, managed by the Chief Financial Officer, who shall be qualified for the position by education, training and experience, may perform the following functions:  (1) Prepare tax rolls and bills, including those required by any municipality, school district, or special district lying within or partially within the County if so authorized by law or such districts; (2) Collect all taxes, license and permit fees, and other moneys that may be due to or receivable by the County, or any of its offices, departments or boards, provided that the Chief Financial Officer may, by rule, authorize the receipt of moneys directly by offices, departments, or boards, or may assign employees of departments to make such collections; (3) Collect, when directed or authorized by law, all taxes, license and permit fees, and other moneys that may be receivable by the State, or by any public office, department or board not subject to the provisions of this title; (4) Institute proceedings for the sale of taxable property upon which taxes are not paid within the period prescribed by law; (5) Issue appropriate bills, assist in the issuance and servicing of indebtedness in connection with assessable improvements, and be responsible for the collection, custody, and payment of all moneys in connection therewith; (6) Issue receipts for moneys collected by the Office; (7) Maintain the treasury of the County, and deposit the moneys belonging thereto or in the custody thereof in any depository bank, to the credit of the County; (8) Designate, with the approval of the Clerk of the County Council, the bank or banks to be used as County depositories and require them to fulfill all conditions prescribed by law or ordinance; (9) Invest funds deemed by the Chief Financial Officer available for temporary investment in such obligations or in such manner as the County Executive may authorize; (10) Assist in the issuance of all general and special bonds or other evidence of indebtedness of the County and service such debt in accordance with law and terms of indentures relating thereto; (11) Make disbursements and payments of claims that it finds to be in correct amount, and justly due, and in accordance with prior authorizations adopted under the terms of the title or other state law; (12) Prepare payrolls and supervise the preparation of related documents; (13) Prepare and issue all checks; (14) Keep accurate and complete accounts of all receipts and disbursements; (15) Provide information pertaining to the financial affairs of the County; (16) Perform such other functions as may be required of the Chief Financial Officer by this title, or other state law, or which may be assigned in writing by the County Executive.9 Del. C. 1953, §  1301;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1372. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1372. Sworn information.

§ 1372. Sworn information. The Chief Financial Officer may require from any officer or employee of the County, or any claimant, such sworn information as may be necessary for the proper performance of the functions of the Office. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1302;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1373. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1373. General provisions relating to levy, billing and collection of taxes.

§ 1373. General provisions relating to levy, billing and collection of taxes. It is the intent of this subchapter that in New Castle County, the Office of Finance shall perform all of the functions assigned to the Receiver of Taxes and County Treasurer under this title prior to January 3, 1967. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1310;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1374. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1374. Obligations and rights of property owners.

§ 1374. Obligations and rights of property owners. The adoption of this subchapter shall in no manner relieve any property owner of any obligation imposed upon him or her prior to May 26, 1965, with respect to the payment of any tax nor shall it in any manner increase the responsibility of such property owner nor deny him or her any right possessed prior to May 26, 1965, except to the extent specifically provided in this subchapter. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1312;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  70 Del. Laws, c. 186, §  1;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1375. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1375. Collection of taxes.

§ 1375. Collection of taxes. The Office shall be responsible for the collection of all taxes, whether current or delinquent, and to that end shall perform all of the responsibilities with respect to collection and enforcement of collection vested prior to May 26, 1965, in the Receiver of Taxes and County Treasurer. To this end, the Office shall be entitled to the use of and shall be responsible for the application of all processes of law available prior to May 26, 1965, to the Receiver of Taxes and County Treasurer. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1313;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1376. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1376. Records of tax delinquencies.

§ 1376. Records of tax delinquencies. The Office shall maintain a suitable record of the payment or nonpayment of taxes with respect to each parcel of real property in the County. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1314;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1377. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1377. Audit of accounts.

§ 1377. Audit of accounts. Each year the County Auditor shall audit the accounts of the Department to determine whether they properly reflect all payments and delinquencies of taxes which shall have been levied. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1315;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1381. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1381. Office of Human Resources; functions.

§ 1381. Office of Human Resources; functions. The Office of Human Resources, managed by the Chief Human Resources Officer, who shall be qualified for the position by education, experience and training, shall perform the following functions. (1) Divide all County officers and employees into unclassified or classified service, and assign all classified employees into position classifications, based on duties performed and responsibilities assumed; (2) Establish a uniform pay plan for all classified employees based on the classification of the position held; (3) Regulate employment and promotion according to competency and fitness, to be ascertained when possible by competitive examination and, when not, by due consideration to qualifications and record performance; (4) Establish tenure for all classified employees, providing for discipline, demotion and discharge for just cause only, with right of employee appeal through provisions outlined in the New Castle County Code; and (5) Create uniform provisions governing provisions of related sections of the New Castle County Code.9 Del. C. 1953, §  1451;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1382. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1382. Continuance of present system.

§ 1382. Continuance of present system. Any system of human resource administration with respect to the employees of New Castle County which shall be in effect on January 3, 1997, shall remain in effect until the County Council has acted in accordance with this subchapter. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1452;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1383. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1383. Human Resources Advisory Board.

§ 1383. Human Resources Advisory Board. (a) County Council, by ordinance, shall provide for the establishment of a Human Resources Advisory Board. The Board shall consist of 3 members appointed by the County Executive, with the advice and consent of the County Council, who shall serve for terms of 6 years or until their successors are appointed. (b) The ordinance shall further provide that:  (1) The members of the Board shall be residents of New Castle County; (2) They shall be persons of recognized character and ability whose experience provides knowledge of human resources practices and procedures and knowledge and support of merit principles as applied to public employment; (3) No member of the Board shall be a member of any local, state or national committee of a political party or an officer or a member of a committee of any partisan or political group, or shall hold or be a candidate for any political office; and (4) The members shall be registered voters of the County and no more than 2 of the members shall be of the same political party. (c) The ordinance shall further provide that the members of the Board shall elect 1 of their number to serve as chairperson, and that they shall be entitled to compensation of $50 per meeting, not to exceed 25 meetings in any fiscal year. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1384. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1384. Pension plan for employees.

§ 1384. Pension plan for employees. New Castle County may, by ordinance, establish a contributory funded pension program which shall be comprised of a qualified pension plan or plans as defined under the Federal Internal Revenue Service Code and Regulations. 71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1391. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1391. Office of Law; functions.

§ 1391. Office of Law; functions. The Law Office, managed by the County Attorney, shall perform the following functions:  (1) Serve as chief legal advisor to the County Executive, County Council and all County departments, boards, offices and agencies; (2) Represent the County in all legal proceedings; (3) Perform any other duties prescribed by this title or by ordinance of the County Council.9 Del. C. 1953, §  1441;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1392. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1392. Appointment of County Attorney.

§ 1392. Appointment of County Attorney. The County Attorney shall be appointed by the County Executive with the advice and consent of the New Castle County Council. The County Attorney shall serve at the pleasure of the County Executive. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1442;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;  83 Del. Laws, c. 132, § 2;
9 DE Code § 1393. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1393. Qualifications of County Attorney.

§ 1393. Qualifications of County Attorney. The County Attorney and all Assistant County Attorneys shall be members of the Delaware Bar. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1443;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1394. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1394. Assistant County Attorneys.

§ 1394. Assistant County Attorneys. The County Attorney shall appoint such Assistant County Attorneys as may be authorized by the County Council. The Assistant County Attorneys shall serve at the pleasure of the County Attorney. First Assistant County Attorneys shall be selected according to provisions of the Merit System of the New Castle County Code. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1444;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  67 Del. Laws, c. 301, §  1;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;  73 Del. Laws, c. 376, §  1;
9 DE Code § 1395. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1395. Compensation of County Attorney.

§ 1395. Compensation of County Attorney. The annual salary of the County Attorney and each Assistant County Attorney shall be determined by the County Executive. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1445;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1396. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 13. County Departments|Subchapter V. Department of Administration|§ 1396. Other employees.

§ 1396. Other employees. The County Council may provide for such employees as may be necessary to perform the functions required by this title. 9 Del. C. 1953, §  1446;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  2;  71 Del. Laws, c. 401, §  59;
9 DE Code § 1501. (2021)
2021 Delaware Code|Title 9 - Counties|Chapter 15. Government of New Castle County|Subchapter I. General Provisions|§ 1501. Definitions.

§ 1501. Definitions. As used in this part, unless the context requires a different meaning:  (1) “County” means New Castle County. (2) The words “New Castle County government,” or words of similar import, mean the government of New Castle County as established in Chapter 11 of this title.9 Del. C. 1953, §  1501;  55 Del. Laws, c. 85, §  7A;