Traffic Safety Devices

If you are intrigued by the idea of installing a red light traffic camera at the intersection of Marsh & Crest Roads or a radar speed sign along Marsh Road please join the CCA in contacting our representatives (see https://carrcroft.org/numbers/).

The implementation of traffic safety devices is a cumbersome process that requires our collective effort in order to enact positive change. If you are tired of the conditions for the Carrcroft Elementary student drop-off and want to see Brandywine School District be more proactive with employing a crossing guard then please contact info@bsd.k12.de.us (302-793-5000) and let your voice be heard.

CCA Sponsored Community Picnic

On June 16th (3:00 PM) at the grounds of Carrcroft Elementary please join us for a fun BBQ bash with hotdogs, buns and condiments! We kindly request that you bring side dishes and drinks to share.

Please click on the header above and use the comments section for this post to declare if you plan to attend. If you would also provide the details about the number of people and what items you'll be bringing it would be appreciated. For further information you may contact Marc Insinga marcinsinga@gmail.com. We look forward to seeing you there!
 

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NCC - Reports of Car Damage by BB Guns

Dear residents, please be aware of this vandalism affecting nearby communities. Any information can be relayed to JSBarnhart@nccde.org or The New Castle County Police at (302) 573-2800 and online at http://www.nccpd.com. As always, please do look out for your neighbors and report any suspicious activity!

Per news article (link below):

Residents of multiple New Castle County communities have damaged cars from apparent BB guns, county police said Tuesday. Holiday Hills, Kingsridge, Radnor Woods, Ashbourne Hills, Westwood Manor and Gwinhurst have all reported "numerous" vehicles damaged. County police said damage included broken windows and dent in cars.

Carrcroft Substation - Delmarva Facility

If you have traveled Marsh Rd. recently, and we all surely have, you may have noticed the glaring lack of trees that once shielded view of the Delmarva Carrcroft Substation. This natural barrier was destroyed in an effort to improve service reliability; however, as of today Delmarva has no intention of making this eyesore more appealing for the nearby communities.

The CCA Board has been working with local representatives in an attempt to persuade Delmarva to reconsider this decision. If you too wish to voice your concerns about this please contact customeradvocate@delmarvapower.com to share your thoughts.

Carrcroft Substation approximate location outlined in red.

Carrcroft Substation approximate location outlined in red.

Support Carrcroft Elementary and Local Hospitals!

As you may have noticed in the EVENTS section of our website there are two upcoming items related to Carrcroft Elementary:

  • Blood Drive: Wednesday, October 4th 2:30-7:30 PM
  • Mindfulness Trail Groundbreaking: Saturday, October 7th 9:00-12:00 PM

These are both a wonderful opportunity to support Carrcroft Elementary School and local hospitals. Please check out the events page for more details!

Neighborhood Driving Safety

There are many types of hazards drivers must remain alert for in common neighborhood settings: playing children, bicyclists, wildlife, etc. In Carrcroft, residents need be especially aware, however, as we have a school literally within our boundaries. As the children return to school and traffic increases in our area now is as good a time as ever to remind each other of the importance of driving safety.

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  • Please take care when you are on the roadways, and never assume that because someone is visible to you, that you are also visible to them.
  • Concentrate on the task at hand and adhere to the posted speed limit. 
  • If you have a yard adjacent to a main thoroughfare or intersection please be sure to trim your hedges and any tree limbs that can obstruct one's vision.
  • Our streets are quite dark in the early evening hours so consider leaving your front porch light or street lamp on, if possible. And definitely run your headlamps if operating a vehicle in such poorly lit conditions.

Burglary Alert

On August 11th there was a burglary on Heather Lane. The intruder made off with some jewelry and a laptop. According to police, the same suspect attempted to break into a home off of Harvey Road shortly afterwards, but the residents were home and he ran off.

If you think you may have seen this individual or have any information, please contact Detective Michael McNasby of the New Castle County Police Department at mjmcnasby@nccde.org or 302-395-8136.

Suspect Description:
Person 1 Hair: black, Top: orange shirt, Sex: male, Race: black, Other: beard
Vehicle 1 Color: maroon, Make: Nissan, Model: Altima, Type: Car License: New Jersey

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