Civil and Municipal - Jan 2024

pavers to enhance the aesthetic, also included the addition of conduits for future light posts, along with water line improvements, showing the forward thinking approach of the community. Recent additions to the thriving downtown corridor include Nectar Juice Bar, a popular restaurant based out of Lewes, Delaware. “She wanted to get into Millsboro before she couldn’t afford to be here because everyone’s seeing the growth and the investment in Millsboro. And with that, you start to see the cost per square foot for leasing start to go up.We have antique stores and little shops downtown, and they will benefit from this investment,” Burk portrays. He shares that another restaurant, Kaisy’s Delights is opening in early 2024, in an old repurposed downtown bank. Both the restaurant that Nectar is going into and the bank have been vacant for some time, because of COVID and its effects on the restaurant industry. So, we’re excited to see them reopen,” he maintains. The Greater Millsboro Chamber of Commerce recently relocated to the downtown core, into a building on Main Street which provides enhanced visibility. “I believe we’re up to 47 new members since the new director was hired in March, which in Plantation Lakes by Lennar is a resort-style master- planned community located in scenic and family- friendly Millsboro, DE, offering multi-family, single- family, and Next Gen® homes. It’s a community designed for active and social living, with convenient grocery stores, Peninsula Shopping Center, and chain and local restaurants and retail options are mere moments away. Millsboro features a lively downtown brimming with tax-free shopping and dining options, as well as plenty of naturally beautiful green spaces including the popular Cupola Park. Plus, it’s only a short drive to explore Delaware’s finest beaches, where laidback dining, exceptional entertainment, and upscale retailers are plentiful. Plantation Lakes boasts an 18-hole Arthur Hills designed Championship Golf Course ready to challenge players of all skill levels, and The Landing Clubhouse with banquet rooms, the award-winning Landing Bar & Grille, and pro shop. Both of these amazing amenities are open to the public! Residents also enjoy a wellness-inspired community center with a fully equipped fitness center, two swimming pools, kiddie splash fountain, 4 tennis courts, tot lot, and walking trails. There is something for everyone at Plantation Lakes. I believe we’re up to 47 newmembers since the new director was hired in March, which in small- town Delaware is a huge accomplishment 226 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 5, ISSUE 01 MI LLSBORO, DELAWARE