Shané’s Accomplishments

Proven Commitment to Serving the Community

Shané Nicole Darby is a dedicated public servant with a proven track record of delivering results for the residents of Wilmington. She is committed to addressing the issues that matter most to the community and has a strong focus on improving the quality of life for all residents of the 2nd District.

Shané’s Accomplishments

  • Shané Nicole Darby successfully advocated for the establishment of COVID testing sites in Wilmington to ensure easy access to testing for residents.

  • Worked to improve the bus hubs in the 2nd District to provide better transportation options for the community.

  • Championed the "Water For All" initiative to ensure access to clean and affordable water for all residents of Wilmington.

  • Amended Chapter 5 of the City Code to provide for civil fines for owners of vacant properties who fail to register them (PASSED)

  • Proposed a Resolution urging the Delaware General Assembly to enact legislation requiring landlords to have a valid business license to file eviction actions or have judgments entered against tenants (PASSED)

  • Amended Chapter 5 of the City Code to Require Buyers of Residential Rental Property to Pay Business License Fees at Property Settlement (PASSED)

  • Successfully named the Concord and Madison Triangle as the "Beatres R. Dunn Triangle" to honor the contributions of a beloved community member

  • Championed an amendment to Chapter 40, Section 40-341(A) of the City Code to align with the State Code's policy on paid parental leave.

  • Enacted a temporary moratorium on water service disconnections and exempted elderly, disabled residents, and households with children under the age of five from disconnections for nonpayment of utility charges.

Pending legislation

  • Amending Chapter 41 of the City Code to Prohibit the Outdoor Advertising of Alcohol Products (PENDING)

  • Amending Chapter 41 of the City Code to Prohibit the Outdoor Advertising of Tobacco Products (PENDING)

Other accomplishments

  • Shané Nicole Darby amended Chapter 5 of the City Code to provide civil fines for owners of rental properties who fail to secure a business license (Withdrawn- not enough support from council)

  • Amended Chapter 5 of the City Code to require detailed owner information on applications for a business license to operate residential rental property (Defeated)

  • Amended Chapter 40 of the City Code Regarding the Elimination of Pre-Employment Drug Screening for Non-Safety Sensitive Positions (Administration adopted as a policy)

  • Introduced measures to support criminal justice reform, including resolutions encouraging the Delaware General Assembly to support SB 149 and amend the Delaware Code relating to the Law Enforcement Officers' Bill of Rights.

  • Successfully amended Chapter 2 of the City Code to ensure that incarcerated individuals in state or federal correctional facilities who were city residents before incarceration are counted at their last known city addresses for redistricting purposes.

  • Established an Intergovernmental Standing Committee to enhance cooperation and communication with other governmental bodies.

Successful resolutions

  • Proposed a resolution to impose term limits for members of the Wilmington City Council and urged the Delaware General Assembly to give incarcerated individuals the right to vote in the state of Delaware.

  • Resolution Urging the Delaware General Assembly to Re-Establish Voting Rights for Prisoners in State Facilities (PASSED)

  • Shané’s resolution to re-establish voting rights for prisoners in state facilities was successfully passed, demonstrating her commitment to ensuring equal rights for all individuals.

Advocating for change

Shané nicole Darby for Wilmington City Council 2nd district

Shané Nicole Darby’s efforts to amend city codes, propose resolutions, and advocate for important issues demonstrate her dedication to public service and serving the residents of Wilmington’s 2nd District.