May 14, 2025
April 26th General Meeting
Minutes for the April 26th, 2025 General Meeting have been posted, and they can be found under HOMEOWNER INFO tab on the GENRAL MEETINGS page.
During the meeting the proposed FY 2025-2026 Budget was presented which include an increase to our assessment.
Also during the General Meeting Overbrook Shores Bylaws Article VI, Section 1, paragraph 1 & paragraph 5 were amended.
Our Overbrook Shores HOA governing documents can be found under the HOMEOWNER INFO tab on the FORMS & DOCUMENTS page and include: OSHA’s Mission Statement, legally binding Reservation and Restrictive Covenants (a.k.a CC&R’s), Certificate of Incorportation, ByLaws, and Standards and Guidelines.
Finally, annual elections were held and elected members to serve as Vice President, Treasurer, and three (3) At-Large Directors for a term of two (2) years commencing July 1st.
April 11, 2025
Saturday April 26, 2025 General Meeting
A Proxy Form is available on the Forms and Documents page. This page is listed under the Homeowner Info tab. In addition to normal business, this meeting is to elect members to the Board, and approve the proposed fiscal budget.
March 6, 2025
Dine To Donate – Please Mark Your Calendar!
Enjoy a lovely meal at Abbott’s Grill on March 14, 2025 and 15% of your purchase will be donated to Village Volunteers. (https://villagevolunteer.org)
But in order for Village Volunteers to receive this donation you must show this flyer to your server. You can click on the image above and print a copy or show a copy save to your phone.
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- Abbott’s Grill
- 16388 Samuel Paynter Blvd #4, Milton, DE 19968
- For reservations please call: Phone: (302) 549-4074
- Hours: 11AM to 10PM
February 13, 2025
January 25th General Meeting
Minutes for the January 25th, 2025 General Meeting have been posted, and they can be found under HOMEOWNER INFO on the GENRAL MEETINGS page.
Be aware annual elections are held during our April General Meeting. If you are interested being a part of our leadership, please reach out to any member of the Board.
Positions up for election are:
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Vice President (incumbent is running)
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Treasurer (to-date: 1 candidate)
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Secretary
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3 (three) At-Large Positions (to-date: 1 incumbent is running)
Duties and responsibilities are stated in our Bylaws, however feel free to reach out to the director currently filling the position for more information.
December 22, 2024
December 2024 Holiday Decoration Contest
There are so many homes with outstanding decorations it was truly difficult to choose winning homes. That said…..
Congratulations to our winners:
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First Place – Deborah & Diane of Holly Run with a hint of beach and everything else.
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Second Place – Keith & Dawn of W Randor making our spirit bright.
Still, we would like to point out that there are a few ‘honorable mentions’ along Overbrook Drive, East Mill, Apples Way and Jays Way also deserving our gratitude.
Thank you. Thank you all for bringing the gift of the holidays to our neighborhood and to our hearts.
November 28, 2024
Santa In The Hood
Heard it through the grapevine that beginning Saturday, December 7, 2024 Santa will be making an appearance at the following neighborhoods on the LFD fire truck! The truck will be stopping at the clubhouse in each neighborhood and will stay for 10 minutes. Here in Overbrook Shores, Santa will be stopping at the Gazebo!!
Santa’s anticipated schedule is below. However, please understand that unforeseen events can happen that may impact this schedule and LFD thanks you in advance for your understanding and flexibility.
9:00 – Whispering Pines
9:20 – Nassau Grove
9:40 – Nesbitt Station
9:55 – Red Mill Farms
10:15 – Edgewater Estates
10:35 – Mill Pond Acres
10:55 – Painters Mill
11:25 – Overbrook Shores (at the Gazebo)
11:35 – Winston’s
11:50 – Vincent Overlook
12:10 – Compass Point
12:20 – Carsylian Acres
12:40 – Springbrook
More visits are scheduled for 12/9, 12/17 and 12/23. Be on the lookout for more information from the Lewes Fire Department on locations and times for Santa’s visits!
November 8, 2024
October 31st Halloween Decoration Contest
Congratulations to our winners:
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First Place – Kendra & Ken Robinson of Apples Way all deck out w/ a homemade Spider theme.
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Second Place – Alygia Lopez of Green Valley Run w/ a cool grave yard scene.
November 6, 2024
October 26th General Meeting
Minutes for the October 26th, 2024 General Meeting have been posted.
August 12, 2024
July 27th Annual Meeting
Minutes for the July 27th, 2024 Annual Meeting have been posted.
August 5, 2024
Page Updates
1) Board of Directors
2) Committees
May 27, 2024
April 27th General Meeting
Minutes for the April 27th, 2024 General Meeting have been posted.
December 1, 2023
Lowering of Red Mill Pond
The following announcement was taken from Next-door.com
Red Mill Pond Notice
November 20, 2023
Please be advised of an upcoming scheduled maintenance period for Red Mill Pond. The scheduled maintenance period will temporarily lower water to a significantly low level in the pond to give communities and property owners the opportunity to schedule repairs, new construction and any other maintenance of property, bulkheads, pier(s) and dock(s).
The scheduled maintenance period will begin the first week in February, 2024. The water levels will begin to rise after the conclusion of the maintenance period at the end of February.
If you are receiving this notice addressed to your HOA, it has not been mailed to individual property owners in your community. Please share with any members who would have an interest in the information.
Thank you,
CJ Ventures, LLC
December 1, 2023
Annual Tax Ditch Meeting – Notes
Here are a few notes from an Overbrook Shores community member who attended the meeting on 11/27/2023.
- The board announced that they were working toward a regular twice yearly cleaning, and had signed a contract for cleaning the bottom by hand. The next cleaning is scheduled for the first week in December. DNREC pays for half of this.
- The board is planning to send a notice to all properties bounding the ditch, including Overbrook Shores, reminding them that they must clean the right of way and keep the footage accessible.
- Another ongoing issue is that the other end of the main culvert in Sweetbriar Park is too small and floods the surrounding lots. The board and DNREC are in negotiations with the property owner to install a new larger culvert. They are also attempting to start a dialog with Vincent overlook about clearing the right of way and fixing flooding issues caused by changes to their rainwater collection pond. This issue is complicated as the developers are getting ready to turn management over to a not-yet-formed HOA.
- If you live along the tax ditch or on various sections of Jays Way or West Mill you may be interested to know of the upcoming meeting.
November 16, 2023
Annual Tax Ditch Meeting – November 27. 2023
If you live along the tax ditch or on various sections of Jays Way you may be interested to know of the upcoming meeting.
The meeting will be held Monday, November 27, 2023, 5:30 p.m. at the Milton Library.
The Agenda covers:
- Finances
- Maintenance Completed or Planned
- Election of Officers
- Tax Rate
To learn more about tax ditches visit de.gov/taxditch
Just a FYI – During the development of Overbrook Shores arrangements were worked out to exclude our properties owners from taxation. However, properties along tax ditch do have right-of-way easements. This type of easement is used to access the ditch for maintenance and disposal of the sediment and debris from the channel during cleanout. No permanent structures — homes, sheds, wells, ponds etc. — are permitted in the tax ditch right-of-way.
September 20, 2023
2023 Annual Picnic & Anniversary
Please click HERE view and read the report of our celebration on September 16th.
August 7, 2023
2023 Annual Community Picnic / 50th Anniversary
Please click HERE for the announcement, date, time, location and RSVP contact info. Link is password protected.
April 17, 2023
Dogs running at large
Please be mindful of the Delaware’s Regulatory Provisions Concerning Public Health. Specifically, Animal Welfare General Provisions Concerning Dog (Title 16, Chapter 30F, Subchapter IV)
‘No dog, unless specifically exempted, shall be permitted to run at large outside at any time, and must be secured by means of a leash that is capable of physically restraining the movement of the dog. A dog is not at large if it is within the real property limits of its owner, or on private property with permission, or within a vehicle being driven or parked.’
The statue goes on to state initial and subsequent fines for any dog, female dogs while in heat, or any dog bites a person while running at large.
So be a good neighbor.
- If you are familiar with a dog running at large, contact its owner.
- If you are not familiar the dogs’ owner or if the dog presents a danger to person or pet, contact Delaware Office of Animal Welfare; Phone Number: (302) 255-4646
December 4th, 2022
Snow Markers??? YES!!!
It is that time of year when you should be planning on putting out a couple of snow markers (2-4) along your yard a couple of inches in from the edge of the street’s road surface to 1) alert snowplows where the road boundaries are and/or 2) help protect your yard and any irrigation system from damage due to ‘over-plowing’. If you live on a straight away there may not be a strong need, but snow stakes are strongly recommended if you live on a section of road that require maneuvering around obstacles or negotiating curves or bends in the road and along intersections.
Per our snow removal contact, the company advises homeowners to “Install snow stakes to help prevent damage to curbs, walks, grass, irrigation heads and other objects that may be damaged by snowplows.” Although the contractor will exercise reasonable care to avoid damage, the contractor will not be held liable for any turf, irrigation, or curb damage if snow stakes are not installed.
Snow stakes can be found at Walmart online or at Home Depot (48″ or 24″) and Lowes (48″).
November 3, 2022
As the days become shorter and the nights longer – please, please be mindful….
Pedestrian safety is especially important as the days get shorter. Accidents involving pedestrians are far more likely to take place at night when it’s harder to see people walking.
Drivers:
- Look for pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists when you look for oncoming vehicles and other traffic.
- Be especially mindful in at stop signs, when backing up, or parking.
- Be extra cautious when driving in hard-to-see conditions.
- Slow down and be prepared to stop.
- Yield to pedestrians and give other vehicles an opportunity to see pedestrians.
- Check before turning to see if people are trying to cross the road and to look for oncoming cars.
Pedestrians:
- Stay alert and ditch the distractions and like texting, talking on the cell phone, or listening to headphones. Keep your eyes and ears open.
- Be visible: Wear bright clothing (even white clothing may not be visible at night). Add reflective material or a blinking light to your jacket or backpack or carry a flashlight at night. Be extra careful when walking at dawn or dusk.
- Walk facing traffic and as far from traffic as possible.
- Cross with the road caution, preferably in a well lit area or cross at corners where people driving expect pedestrians. Don’t assume the coast is clear. Continue to watch for traffic as you cross — especially for turning vehicles.
- If you wish to cross, be sure to make eye contact with drivers. If you’re not sure the driver sees you, let the vehicle go first.
- Watch for cars entering or exiting driveways or backing up.
Remember
Board and Committee Members also be found under the Homeowners Info tab as well as Frequently Asked Questions
Links to DelDOT Projects
Project: SR1, Minos Conaway Road Grade Separated Intersection.
Start date 2023 End date 2025
Project: SR1 and Cave Neck Road Grade Separated Intersection
Start date 2024 End date 2025
Go to website above and go to planning and design for both projects also you can leave comments on their website.
Delaware Hospice
For forms and directives from Delaware Hospice go to delawarehospice.org http://delawarehospice.org go to patient resorces
http://sussexcountyde.gov/smart911 Learn more about smart 911 and how to set up your personnel profile for emergency responders in your area
Free Library Exchange for Overbrook Shores Residents
Overbrook Shores has it’s own “Free Library”. So share your books, magazine and other reading material. The Library is located in the boat dock area.
Flooding in Overbrook Shores – Here is contact at DNREC:
DJ Roach, Project Engineer: Daniel.Roach@state.de.us
Melissa Hubert – Program Manager Tax Ditch DNREC Drainage Section Melissa.Hubert@state.de.us
Local Office:
Division of Watershed Stewardship
21309 Berlin Rd. Unit #6
Georgetown, De 19947 (302-855-1930)
Delaware State Police Community Outreach info:
- Cpl/1 Lew Kester DSP Troop 7 Lewis.Kester@state.de.us 302-703-3312
- Cpl/3 Rickey Hargis DSP Troop 7 rickey.hargis@state.de.us 302-752-3804
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