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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
DECEMBER 14, 2015 - 7:30 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
15 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA
DOVER, DELAWARE
OPEN FORUM - 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO OFFICIAL MEETING (7:15 P.M.)
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APPEARING ON THE AGENDA AS A PUBLIC HEARING IS PROHIBITED DURING THE OPEN FORUM AS AN
OPPORTUNITY WILL BE PROVIDED DURING CONSIDERATION OF THAT ITEM. CITIZEN COMMENTS ARE LIMITED
TO THREE (3) MINUTES. COUNCIL IS PROHIBITED FROM TAKING ACTION SINCE THEY ARE NOT IN OFFICIAL
SESSION; HOWEVER, THEY MAY SCHEDULE SUCH ITEMS AS REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS AND ACT UPON THEM IN
THE FUTURE.
INVOCATION BY CHAPLAIN WALLACE DIXON
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT SLAVIN
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
* CONSENT AGENDA
THOSE ITEMS ON THE COUNCIL AGENDA WHICH ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE AND NON-CONTROVERSIAL SHALL
BE MARKED WITH AN ASTERISK (*) AND WILL BE ACTED UPON BY A SINGLE ROLL CALL VOTE OF THE COUNCIL.
THERE WILL BE NO SEPARATE DISCUSSION OF THESE ITEMS UNLESS A MEMBER OF COUNCIL SO REQUESTS, IN
WHICH EVENT THE MATTER SHALL BE REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA AND CONSIDERED A SEPARATE
ITEM.
* 1. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 23, 2015
2. PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-17 WITH STAFF
AMENDMENTS (SA) #1 - #6
THE FIRST READING OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE WAS ACCOMPLISHED DURING THE COUNCIL
MEETING OF OCTOBER 26, 2015. COPIES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE COUNCIL
CHAMBERS.
A. PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-17 WITH STAFF AMENDMENTS (SA) #1 - #6 AMENDING
CHAPTER 14 - AMUSEMENTS AND ENTERTAINMENTS; APPENDIX B - ZONING, ARTICLE 3 -
DISTRICT REGULATIONS, SECTION 18 - RECREATIONAL AND COMMERCIAL ZONE (RC); AND
APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES
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* 3. MONTHLY REPORTS - OCTOBER 2015
A. CITY ASSESSOR’S REPORT
B. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
C. CITY PLANNER’S REPORT
D. CONTROLLER/TREASURER’S BUDGET REPORT
E. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE REPORT
F. FIRE CHIEF’S REPORT (SEPTEMBER AND OCTOBER)
G. POLICE CHIEF’S REPORT
4. TENTATIVE LABOR AGREEMENT - FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (FOP)
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2015-16 PROPOSING THAT COUNCIL MEMBERS AND CIVILIAN STANDING
COMMITTEE MEMBERS ACT AS A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ON A TRIAL BASIS
6. REZONING REQUEST FOR PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE WEST PROPERTY LINE OF 1042 SOUTH
BRADFORD STREET - FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-24
THE FIRST READING IS OFFERED ON THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE. IT IS RECOMMENDED FOR REFERRAL
TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON JANUARY 19, 2016 AND THAT A PUBLIC HEARING BE SET FOR
FEBRUARY 8, 2016 AT 7:30 P.M., AT WHICH TIME THE FINAL READING AND COUNCIL ACTION WILL TAKE
PLACE. COPIES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OR CAN BE OBTAINED
FROM THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE.
A. A 2,373+/- S.F. PORTION OF A 10,373+/- S.F. PARCEL LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE WEST PROPERTY
LINE OF 1042 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET, OWNED BY HALPERN FAMILY PROPERTY
INVESTMENT, LP. THE PROPERTY IS CURRENTLY ZONED R-8 (ONE FAMILY RESIDENCE) AND
THE PROPOSED ZONING IS C-1A (LIMITED COMMERCIAL)
(TAX PARCEL: ED-05-077.17-03-14.00-000, SECOND COUNCIL DISTRICT; PLANNING REFERENCE: Z-16-01)
7. FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
THE FIRST READING OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCES WAS ACCOMPLISHED DURING THE COUNCIL
MEETING OF NOVEMBER 23, 2015. COPIES OF THE PROPOSED ORDINANCES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE
ENTRANCE OF THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
A. ORDINANCE #2015-21 AMENDING CHAPTER 82 - PLANNING AND APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES
(PROPOSED NEW REVENUE SOURCES)
B. ORDINANCE #2015-22 AMENDING CHAPTER 110 - UTILITIES, ARTICLE II - ELECTRIC SERVICE
AND APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES (REVIEW AND MAINTENANCE OF PLANNING AND CUSTOMER
SERVICE FEES)
8. COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ANNOUNCEMENTS
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INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on November 23, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President
Slavin presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil,
Mr. Lewis (arrived at 7:40 p.m.), Mr. Cole, Mr. Hosfelt, Mr. Hare (arrived at 7:40 p.m.), and
Mr. Hutchison.
Council staff members present were Deputy Police Chief Mailey, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Townshend,
Mr. Koenig, City Solicitor Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. Fire Chief Hall was absent.
Mayor Christiansen was also present (departed at 7:31 p.m.).
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting.
Council President Slavin declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that
Council was not in official session and could not take formal action.
Bonnie Pennington, 200 North Kirkwood Street, asked if something could be done to stop the noise,
including loud music, cussing, fighting and carrying on, on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday on
Kirkwood Street. She noted that she was pulled over for having her music turned up too loud in her
car but other people play loud music on the street all night long, and asked what the difference was.
Deputy Chief Mailey offered to talk to Ms. Pennington in the hall regarding her concerns.
Mary and Robert Bell, 801 East Loockerman Street, stated that, on October 26, 2015, a mobile home
was placed in their neighborhood, two (2) blocks from their home. Mrs. Bell explained that she and
her neighbors had been poring over code trying to figure out how this happened and found three (3)
City codes that strictly prohibit the placement of mobile homes anywhere outside of a mobile home
park (MHP) zoned area, noting that they live in an R-8 zone. She stated that she knew this matter
was brought to many people’s attention and asked what City Council members, the Mayor, or anyone
was going to do about it. Mrs. Bell asked how this got through planning and how it happened.
Mr. Bell stated that among the questions that they have been wondering are: what codes are
enforceable in the City; where will it stop if the City does not enforce the zoning laws; will he be
permitted to replace his roof without contacting the planning office; can he augment the size of his
home, if he feels like it, without contacting the planning office. He asked where the City would draw
the line. Mr. Bell stated that although it is a new mobile home, the City updated the code a number
of years ago.
Mrs. Bell stated that before January 1, 1985 the trailers were grandfathered in, permanent or
non-permanent foundations. She noted that, since it is 2015, no mobile home should be within the
City and there are rules and regulations against it to protect property values and neighborhoods. She
asked how the City was going to just destroy East Loockerman Street.
Mr. Bell stated that the charm and character of the neighborhood has been changed. He noted that
there were RM zones in the City, including Grandview, on Route 8, and the one (1) behind the
Hollywood Diner, which he believed were part of the grandfathered mobile homes, and asked what
would happen with those areas once they find out about this. Mrs. Bell asked if these places would
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be allowed to put new trailers on their properties to continue their income stream, noting that they
were in the City long before the one (1) on Loockerman Street. She asked, if the mobile home was
permitted to stay on Loockerman Street, if the City would need to amend the code to allow these
others the same rights.
Mr. Slavin explained that a number of valid questions had been asked; however, Council could not
answer them during the Open Forum. He asked Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning
and Community Development, if she could talk to the Bell’s following the Open Forum, and if
Mr. Anderson would consider placing this item on the agenda for the Parks, Recreation, and
Community Enhancement Committee.
Mrs. Bell asked if the City defined modular and mobile homes and whether there are differences,
noting that architectural organizations, the certifying bodies, all find differences with them. She
stated that, beyond HUD certification for a mobile home, modular homes are at the mercy of the City
building inspectors.
Charles Jackson, 126 North Kirkwood Street, expressed concerns regarding the North Kirkwood
Street area and a desire to make the area safe. He stated that there were a lot of shootings, especially
on Thursdays, Saturdays, Sundays and loud noise. Mr. Jackson stated that a community meeting was
held, and there was a vote about whether the people in the community would like the Elks Lodge to
move to another area and the vote was in favor of the Lodge moving. He asked what could be done
to take care of the situation.
The invocation was given by Chaplain Wallace Dixon, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Hutchison moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously
carried.
Mr. Hutchison requested that item #3A, Utility Committee Report - November 9, 2015, Electric
Department Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Information Discussion, be removed from the Consent
Agenda.
Mr. Hosfelt moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, as amended, seconded by
Mr. Anderson and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Hare and Lewis absent).
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 9, 2015
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of November 9, 2015 were unanimously approved
by motion of Mr. Hosfelt, seconded by Mr. Anderson and bore the written approval of
Mayor Christiansen.
PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT -
NOVEMBER 9, 2015
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee met on November 9, 2015 with
Chairman Anderson presiding.
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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Quarterly Update
(July, August, and September)
Mrs. Tracey Harvey, Planner I, advised members that all of the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY 15 projects were currently underway, noting
that contracts were signed in late September and early October. She stated that
Habitat for Humanity purchased a single-family home located at 19 North New Street
on November 2, 2015, and CDBG funds would be used to rehabilitate the existing
home to provide affordable housing to a qualifying family. Mrs. Harvey informed
members that the Mayor's Task Force for Ending Veterans Homelessness had met its
goal by housing 36 homeless veterans within 200 days. The task force was now
planning to meet its next goal by housing an additional 14 veterans within the next
100 days, which would fulfill the Mayor's Challenge to End Veterans Homelessness
by housing 50 homeless veterans by December 28, 2015.
Mr. Anderson, referring to the Mayor's Task Force for Ending Veterans
Homelessness, asked how housing was defined. Responding, Mrs. Harvey stated that
it was all permanent housing within the City of Dover.
Mr. Anderson asked why the Connections Community Support Program had not yet
drawn any of their money for emergency housing. In response, Mrs. Harvey
informed members that Connections signed their contract in the middle of October
and she was expecting them to send a draw soon.
Youth Advisory Committee Recommendations - New Year's Eve Event
During the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee of
October 12, 2015, members considered recommendations from the Youth Advisory
Committee, including a proposal regarding a New Year's Eve event and a request for
support from the City for security, insurance, public announcement stages, and
facilities. The Committee recommended that the City Manager evaluate the Youth
Advisory Committee's proposal for the event, including numbers, to see if the
proposal was doable this year or if it was something that must be planned for next
year, and this recommendation was approved by City Council during their meeting
of October 26, 2015.
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that he and Mrs. Ann Marie
Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, met with
Councilman Anderson and two (2) other representatives of the Youth Advisory
Committee (YAC) on Tuesday, October 20, 2015 to review their proposal for the
New Year's Eve Event. Mr. Koenig stated that, following that meeting, he was
provided with support documents and a narrative for the event. He informed
members that the City's insurance broker had indicated that the City can purchase a
policy to cover this event based on the narrative provided by the representatives for
$433, noting that, at this time, this was an estimated fee and the event narrative
would have to be finalized in order for the City to confirm and finalize the policy
documents for the insurance company. Mr. Koenig advised that Extra Duty Police
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Officers would be required to support this event. He explained that the YAC would
need to work directly with the Police Department, noting that the Department was not
under the City Manager's purview. Mr. Koenig stated that all traffic control permits
and authorizations for use of the State property for fireworks must also be obtained
by the YAC.
Mr. Koenig informed members that he suggested trying to slightly limit the event so
that it was more controllable for the YAC. It was his belief that his suggestions were
considered by the YAC; however, no formal commitments had been made at this
time.
Mr. Koenig advised that no City funds were earmarked for the event, so there were
concerns regarding any overtime expenses that would be required of City staff, noting
that this was a holiday evening and it would be difficult to get staff to volunteer for
the event activities. He reminded members that, if those concerns were worked out,
it was really up to Council as to whether they would like to pursue this type of event.
Mr. Caldwell asked if the event would run from Legislative Hall to the Duncan
Center and whether the entire area would be blocked off for activities. Responding,
Mr. Koenig referred to the map provided by the YAC which depicted that the event
would be held from the Legislative Mall area to a vacant lot adjacent to the Duncan
Center at the corner of New Jerusalem Way and Loockerman Street. He stated that,
to his knowledge, the YAC was only planning to block off the roads where vendors
would be set up in the Legislative Mall area.
Mr. Caldwell stated that he was concerned about safety, noting that this would be a
cumbersome task for two (2) or three (3) off-duty officers and two (2) cadets to
cover. In response, Mr. Koenig stated that it was his understanding that the areas that
would be blocked off would be the typical areas around Legislative Mall where
people attend fireworks, and Loockerman Street and all other intersections would be
open to traffic.
Responding to Mrs. Horsey, Mr. Koenig confirmed that the YAC would be
contacting the State directly for authorization to use Legislative Mall.
Mr. Anderson informed members that the number of officers and cadets were set by
Police Chief Paul Bernat and his staff, so Mr. Anderson did not believe that would
be a problem. He stated that he was not sure that the event would go all the way to
the Duncan Center, noting that this had not yet been arranged. Although there were
merchants who wanted the event to go that far, Mr. Anderson advised that the
footprint may end up being smaller than proposed.
In response to Mr. Hosfelt, Mr. Anderson stated that the Police Department
recommended two (2) off-duty officers and two (2) cadets.
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Mr. Anderson stated that, as suggested by Mr. Koenig, the YAC was considering
ending the event at 10:00 p.m. rather than midnight, which would address some
security concerns and other issues. Mr. Anderson expressed his opinion that ending
at 10:00 p.m. would be a more manageable event and a good place to start; however,
it was a controversial decision and members of the YAC were split on the idea.
Mr. Hutchison asked who would be responsible and accept liability for the event.
Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that this was the purpose of the rider on the City's
insurance policy. He explained that it would be a separate policy that would prevent
the City's umbrella from being used should someone get hurt or if there is damage
related to the event. The separate rider policy would be specifically for this event and
cover the parameters of this event. If someone were injured, they would be funneled
through this separate policy. Mr. Koenig reiterated that there would be a $433
out-of-pocket expense to purchase the rider.
Mr. Anderson noted that there were already pledges to privately cover the cost of the
insurance rider.
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, questioned who would pay the bills. She
asked whether the YAC got their own checkbook and if they were paying the bills
and raising the funds. In response, Mr. Anderson stated that there were pledges but
a lot of that would end up going to the City.
Responding to Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Anderson stated that the bills would run through
the City and the donations would come to the City to pay for those bills. He noted
that, currently, the only bills were for insurance and extra duty police. Mr. Anderson
stated that the money for the fireworks was being raised separately, so it would be
covered separately.
Mr. Koenig stated that the City would need to be reimbursed for all staff overtime.
Mrs. Mitchell asked whether the City would receive the money from the YAC up
front or after the fact. Responding, Mr. Anderson stated that the City would receive
the money up front, noting that most of the fund-raising should be done by December
15, 2015.
Staff recommended, if the event goes forward, the narrative must be finalized and all
costs associated with the event must have revenue commitments.
The Committee recommended acceptance of the Youth Advisory Committee
recommendations provided by Mr. Koenig and Mrs. Mitchell in regard to the
expenses and insurance for the event.
During the Council meeting, Mr. Anderson informed members that the Youth Advisory Committee
(YAC) had been working on a New Year’s Eve event to bring the community together. He noted
that this event was requested by a number of community members. Mr. Anderson advised that
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several businesses downtown had indicated their support in writing (Exhibit #1) and individuals
signed a petition (Exhibit #2) in support of the event. He stated that the event would highlight local
talent and let people know what family friendly entertainment is available in the area, noting that it
would start changing and enhancing the cultural experience throughout the year, by developing local
followings and bringing people together. Mr. Anderson explained that, with the incidents the past
several months, the event is something that the City desperately needs.
Mr. Anderson indicated that the YAC had commitments from some businesses that plan to send
checks to the City of Dover for this event and the YAC was not asking for tax money to fund it. He
stated that the YAC was authorized to conduct events and since they were not asking for
appropriations, they did not need additional approval; however, they were seeking endorsement,
which would make it easier to use the City’s stage and obtain insurance coverage. Mr. Anderson
stated that it would be a great message from Council to support the City’s youth and families.
Mr. Anderson indicated that all concerns and objections had been addressed. He stated that the
expense for the off-duty police officers was covered, noting that the officers would only be needed
for six (6) to seven (7) hours and would not cost much. Mr. Anderson advised that cadets would also
be utilized to patrol the event area. He believed that the trash situation would be taken care of by
a local waste sanitation business. Mr. Anderson stated that the firework display was basically
covered by donations. He advised that every aspect of the event was pretty well covered and noted
that in-kind donations, including the artists, were worth approximately $30,000.
Mr. Anderson reiterated that the event had a lot of community support, which he stated does not
happen all the time and should not be turned down. He requested approval of the Committee’s
recommendation.
Mr. Sudler moved to accept the staff recommendation provided by Mr. Koenig and Mrs. Mitchell
in regard to the expenses and insurance for the Youth Advisory Committee event, seconded by
Mr. Neil.
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed a memorandum dated November 18, 2015 regarding the
YAC New Year’s Eve event. He advised members that discussions were held over the last few
weeks regarding the event and, during the most recent discussion, the YAC indicated that their event
would end at 10:00 p.m. on December 31, 2015 with a fireworks display. Mr. Koenig reviewed the
seven (7) items which he felt needed to be addressed and finalized. He stated that the YAC had
provided him with a draft narrative for the event; however, the final event narrative must be
submitted to the City Manager’s Office by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 4, 2015. Mr. Koenig
explained that a special event insurance policy must be purchased from the City’s insurance provider
and he would need the final event narrative in order to bind the insurance policy. He stated that the
estimated cost of the policy was approximately $433.00 and the funds to purchase the policy must
be delivered to the City of Dover by 5:00 p.m. on December 11, 2015. Mr. Koenig informed
members that the YAC members must secure all permits for the event and road closures by
Friday, December 11, 2015, including permits to use the State’s property at Legislative Mall, the
property required to launch the fireworks, as well as any other private property that may be
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encumbered by the event, including property owned by the Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP).
He stated that YAC members must also provide the required documentation to use all private
property associated with the planned event, including any lists of additional insured required to use
the properties, by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, December 11, 2015. Mr. Koenig advised that the funds to
reimburse the City for Police cadets and extra duty officers must be paid to the City of Dover by
5:00 p.m. on December 11, 2015, noting that he did not yet have a copy of the charges. He stated
that sanitary facilities must be secured by the YAC members for the venue, noting that City Hall
would not be open and the Dover Public Library would close at 5 p.m., so bathroom facilities would
not be available. Mr. Koenig stated that, due to the holiday, it was very unlikely that any non-police
City employees would volunteer to staff the event, so the YAC must be prepared to remove all trash
and debris from the event setting.
Ms. Theresa Morris, YAC Committee member, advised that the YAC had worked on addressing the
issues outlined by Mr. Koenig. She stated that members had presented an insurance company that
would work with the Committee. Ms. Morris noted that the YAC had raised approximately $30,000
and she believed that they could raise any other necessary funds. She informed members that the
Committee had contacted two (2) porta potty companies to address bathroom needs. She asked that
YAC members be advised if they have overlooked anything. Ms. Morris stated that the YAC was
seeking endorsement that the City supports the YAC. She explained that the youth members of the
YAC had worked really hard and she was very impressed with them.
Mr. Neil asked how much of the $30,000 that was raised was currently in-hand. Responding,
Ms. Morris stated that the YAC has a promissory of $2,500.
Mr. Neil asked how much cash had been transferred to the City in support of this event. In response,
Mr. Anderson stated that no cash had been transferred to the City, noting that most of the
fund-raising was in-kind. He informed members that there were companies, like Hudson
Management, that were ready to send checks but were waiting for Council’s vote. Mr. Anderson
stated that little cash was needed for the event.
Ms. Morris, referring to the petitions provided by Mr. Anderson, noted that most of the signatures
were obtained in less than 24 hours. She stated that a Facebook page was created and it currently
had more than 926 people on it expressing their support for the YAC. Ms. Morris noted that the
YAC was not requesting funding for the event, and reiterated her request that members be advised
if additional funding is required, so they can raise the additional money.
Mr. Slavin stated that he was very impressed with the work and thanked the members of the YAC
who were present. He indicated that, although the members of Council had questions, they were not
doubting the desire of the YAC to have the event or the value of their work. Mr. Slavin stated that
Council has a fiduciary and legal responsibility to ensure the City is not open on the financial end
and that there are no other liability issues.
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Referring to fund-raising, Mr. Slavin recalled that there was a carnival held during the summer
which was advertised as benefitting the YAC and asked Mr. Anderson to explain how much the City
was able to net from the donation from the carnival. Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Anderson
explained that the carnival was a benefit and a private effort; however, those who held the carnival
lost money because of the location.
In response to Mr. Slavin’s question regarding whether the YAC had raised money on any other
events, Ms. Morris informed members that the YAC assisted her with her non-profit holding a
fundraiser at the Smyrna Opera House. She stated that the YAC raised $67; however, the non-profit
rounded that amount up to $100 towards the New Year’s Eve event.
Mr. Anderson reiterated that most of the donations were in-kind and there were other commitments
to cover the small amounts for the lease, fireworks, and other items. He stated that Cynthia Ferguson
had raised approximately $7,000, Hudson Management was giving thousands, and others had also
committed; however, they were waiting for Council’s decision regarding this matter.
Mr. Slavin stated that the Committee was working with an impossibly tight deadline to turn around
all of these things.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Anderson indicated that he was aware that the deadlines and dates
were real and that they provide the necessary time to back out and get the word out that there will
not be an event.
Mr. Neil expressed his opinion that the event was a wonderful idea, particularly because the
community was doing it. He stated that his concern was for the safety and security of participants.
Mr. Neil asked if the City Police Department was prepared to protect the participants and ensure they
get home safely. In response to Mr. Neil, Deputy Police Chief Marvin Mailey stated that the
Department had allocated resources for the event and are prepared.
Mr. Hare requested confirmation that the event would not cost the City anything. In response,
Mr. Anderson stated that there might be a cost to the City for overtime bills, which may be a few
hundred dollars, and the bills are supposed to be provided prior to event. He stated that it was a lot
easier to raise money before an event than after. Mr. Anderson stated that it will not cost the City.
Mr. Hare stated his understanding that the police overtime costs would be between $7,000 and
$10,000. Responding, Mr. Anderson stated that it was the belief of Police Chief Paul Bernat that
the police coverage for the event would include a couple of cadets and off-duty officers, and
everything else would be covered by normal patrols.
In response to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Anderson clarified that he was referring to special duty officers. He
noted that this event was not any different than OktDoverFest or other downtown events.
Mr. Hare stated that the proposed New Year’s Eve event was different because it would be a City
liability and the City is not involved in the other events downtown. Responding, Mr. Anderson
explained that the insurance rider was obtained to hold the City blameless.
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Responding to Mr. Slavin regarding the estimated number of attendees for the event, Mr. Anderson
stated that the YAC only had estimates but was planning for approximately 1,000 people. He noted
that the best estimates would not be known until a week prior to the event.
In response to Mr. Hare regarding the proposed police coverage, Ms. Morris indicated that, since it
would be New Year’s Eve, there would be extra patrols anyway.
Deputy Chief Mailey advised that the Police Department worked the Dover Comic Con with similar
manpower and there were in excessive of 5,000 people.
Mr. Anderson informed members that the attendees would be families with children and he did not
expect a rowdy crowd. He stated that there would not be any drinking and people would not be
going into businesses. Mr. Anderson felt that it would be a good event and noted that larger scale
events had been held in the past without any problems.
The motion to accept the staff recommendation provided by Mr. Koenig and Mrs. Mitchell in
regard to the expenses and insurance for the Youth Advisory Committee event was carried by
a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Anderson moved for acceptance of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement
Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Lewis and unanimously carried.
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - NOVEMBER 9, 2015
The Utility Committee met on November 9, 2015 with Chairman Hutchison presiding.
Electric Department Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Information Discussion
Mr. Harry Maloney, Electric Director, advised members that the goal of the
Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) was to investigate the various physical and financial
options open to the City to fulfill its capacity and energy needs now and in the future
in an environmental stewardship manner. He explained that the study would be an
all-hands approach from the Utility Department staff, The Energy Authority (TEA)
as the main consultant, City management staff, the Utility Committee, the public, and
City Council. Mr. Maloney stated that the study would proceed with data collection,
verification, consumption review, and approval, and then move into exploring the
various solutions to Dover’s energy and capacity needs and obligations. He noted
that he would serve as the point person between TEA and the City. In their
negotiations over the past few years, TEA had offered to do the study for free as part
of their annual fee. Mr. Maloney indicated that he initially thought that the project
would go out for bid and wrote up a detailed Request for Proposals (RFP) outlining
the type of reports being sought. TEA reviewed the RFP and stated that they would
prepare a letter this week agreeing to proceed after some minor clarifications, noting
that they had additional tools they could use for the project.
Mr. Maloney explained that the overall process would take at least a year. He
informed members that TEA comes to the City for risk management meetings on the
fourth Thursday of every month and additional meetings could be scheduled, perhaps
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on Wednesday evenings preceding those meetings, to discuss the IRP. He stated that
TEA had also offered to be present twice within the year for meetings as needed with
the Utility Committee and/or Council and the public. Mr. Maloney stated that efforts
were being made to control costs, noting that this total project, if done by an outside
contractor, would cost close to $200,000. He indicated that the expense was related
to model runs using Pro Mod software, which is not cheap to run as it takes the data
from all the generators and load buses in part of the eastern United States and runs
an economic dispatch to determine the type of municipal generation construction that
makes economic sense. Mr. Maloney advised members that he had posted 72
different computer run models using ideas that had been developed and they would
be filtering through them. Mr. Maloney assured members that staff would be in
constant contact with the Utility Committee and everyone involved as they proceed
with the study.
Mr. Blakeman stated that, in years past, the City had made a fair amount of revenue
from off-system sales, which the City no longer had the capability to do.
Mr. Blakeman suggested that if there were some way to structure the organization so
that it would not be capped at the federal requirement to stay at the load plus 10%,
the City could be back in the business of selling power and making off-system
revenue, so that its customers would not be paying the whole cost. He was unsure
if this could legally be done; however, he felt it might be worth investigating.
Mr. Maloney advised members that Mr. Blakeman was referring to a 10% tax exempt
bonding cap for all utility debt. He indicated that the City cannot be a net seller and
if this cap were exceeded, the City would become a third-party independent generator
that is subject to taxes and taxing bonds.
Mr. Blakeman stated that some municipalities are structured so that a board of
directors runs the utility. The municipality continues to own the property and
receives a fixed revenue stream from the utility. Mr. Blakeman was unsure if this
would be enough to exempt the utility from being municipally owned or not. He felt
that the City may be losing an opportunity and was unsure if the utility could be
structured in this way.
Mr. Maloney stated that this was a tax question that they could explore. He advised
that one (1) of the reasons that the City was able to be energy efficient for its size was
because the tax exempt status for bonding provides an advantage, since the City
serves the customers and citizens who back the bonds. This allows the City to enjoy
a 2% to 3% spread on bonding, which is a big investment in capital.
Mr. Blakeman thought it might be worthwhile to see if enough off-system sales could
be generated to offset the loss on savings from the exemption from bond taxes.
Mr. Maloney advised members that generally if capacity was at 110%, systems were
efficient, the load was approximately 60 MW, and peak generation was 142 MW,
theoretically the City could be selling 50 MW. [City Clerk’s Office Note:
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Subsequent to the meeting, the City Clerk’s Office was informed that the correct
figure for peak generation was 110 MW.] Responding, Mr. Blakeman noted that the
City did not seem to do this.
Mr. Maloney stated that the City was now dealing with Calpine, which has a heat rate
that is half that of Unit 3, which is a 100 MW unit.
Mr. Blakeman noted that any system that might be built would be better than what
the City currently has, which could put the City back into this possible revenue
stream at a limited amount.
Mr. Hutchison questioned when the last time a study such as the IRP was done.
Mr. Blakeman, as a former Electric Director for the City, stated that he was unsure.
Mr. Hutchison questioned how often such a study was recommended. Responding,
Mr. Maloney stated that in the past, load was plotted out, load growth was reviewed,
and building was done to meet the obligation. However, he explained that the current
market and rules were changing so much that it would be necessary to keep on top
of it. Mr. Maloney stated that the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation
(DEMEC) runs a brief model every couple of years. He indicated that after building
the model and getting it going, staff may revisit this study in a couple of years and
update it, rather than starting from scratch.
During the Council meeting, Councilman Hutchison requested that the Electric Department
Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) Information Discussion be referred back to the Utility Committee
for further discussion.
Mr. Anderson moved to refer the Electric Department Integrated Resource Plan (IRP)
Information Discussion back to the Utility Committee for further discussion, seconded by
Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Quarterly Review of Utility Related Capital Investment Plan (CIP) (Electric and
Water/ Wastewater) (July, August, and September)
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed the Quarterly Report for the Capital
Investment Plan (CIP) as of September 30, 2015. He advised members that this
report tracks capital improvement projects; vehicle purchases planned for the
Water/Wastewater, Electric, and General Funds; and Community Transportation
Fund spending. Mr. Koenig indicated that total funding sources were estimated at
$26.59M.
Mr. Koenig reviewed the major CIP projects in the General Fund. He explained that
improvements at the Garrison Oak Technology Park (GOTP) related to general
infrastructure, including the roads, curbs, sidewalks, and storm sewer system, would
likely be completed by the end of the calendar year. He indicated that the
Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) and radio purchases for the
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Fire Department were complete and that equipment for park and playground
improvement would be purchased as a carry forward from last year. Billing for the
Street Program was being finished, as well as storm sewer repairs and PW2 site
improvements that were moved from last year’s budget to the current year.
Mr. Koenig indicated that capital purchases had begun for the year and the annual
contribution had been made to the Robbins Hose Company. The farmhouse at the
GOTP had been demolished and abandonment of a small water supply well
associated with the farmhouse was being completed. It was expected that Lot 13,
where the farmhouse was located, would be transferred to Advantech, Inc. within the
next 30 days.
Mr. Koenig advised members that a camera monitoring station would be installed at
the police station, and bids for the Fall component of the FY 16 Street Program
would be considered by City Council during their meeting scheduled for November
23, 2015. Staff was experiencing difficulty getting the Salt Storage Barn Project
completed, had bid it out several times, and was making arrangements to bid it again.
It was hoped that a successful bid would be received within the parameters described.
Mr. Koenig stated that emergency street and storm drain repairs were underway.
In regard to the Community Transportation - Major CIP Projects, Mr. Koenig advised
members that a number of these projects were underway. Paving of the Village of
Cannon Mill Phase I, II, and III were complete, and it was hoped that the Phase IV,
the final phase, would be complete by the end of the year, before bad weather sets in.
In reference to the Water/Wastewater Improvement and Extension Fund - Major CIP
Projects, Mr. Koenig explained that the 1.0M gallon elevated water storage tank
project planned for the northwestern component of the City had lagged. He stated
that it was hoped that staff would be bringing a memorandum of understanding
(MOU) with a property owner to Council soon, so that the property could be
purchased and tower construction could begin. Mr. Koenig noted that the location
of the property would be at the very edge of the City.
In regard to the water storage tank construction at the GOTP, Mr. Koenig informed
members that the exterior of a 1.5M gallon water tower was complete and its
telemetry and control systems would be completed over the next few weeks, with the
expectation that the tower would be online just after the first of the year. Sanitary
sewer improvements, including the new pump station at the GOTP, were being
completed. The upgrade of the White Oak Farms Pump Station and the abandonment
of a small station on White Oak Road were moving toward completion by the end of
the calendar year.
Mr. Koenig stated that there had been difficulty getting the contractor for the FY14
Brandywine Pump Station project to move forward, and Council members had been
notified that during the past weekend there was a sanitary sewer backup related to a
bypass pumping failure with respect to this project. Staff was scheduled to meet with
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contractors later in the week to determine the final path forward on the project, which
was currently stalled. Mr. Koenig stated that the station was currently on bypass with
temporary pumps in place. He indicated that the Westover Pump Station was now
estimated at approximately $1.3M and the contractor had mobilized and begun laying
out the anticipated work schedule and improvements associated with that project.
Referring to the FY15 Water/Wastewater Improvement and Extension Fund - Major
CIP Projects, Mr. Koenig explained that several projects related to the West Dover
Connector were nearing completion. The Retreat Pump Station Replacement project
came in over budget and staff was refining the bid documents and would rebid that
project since only one (1) bid was received and it was higher than anticipated.
Mr. Koenig reviewed the FY16 Water/Wastewater Improvement and Extension Fund
- Major CIP Projects that were currently underway, noting that nearly 100% of the
fence installation at the Bayard Avenue water tower was complete and other projects
were in various stages of development or bidding and staff expected to move forward
with all of the projects this fiscal year.
In regard to the Electric Improvement and Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects,
Mr. Koenig explained that the General Scott Switchgear project had been underway
for some time. The switchgear had been delivered approximately seven (7) to 10
days ago, staff was working on getting it connected, and it was hoped that the project
would be closed out by the end of the calendar year. The 69 KV relocation at the
Garrison Farm was complete, as was the VanSant capacity increase. Mr. Koenig
stated that staff was now working on plenum improvements that must be in place
prior to late Spring 2016. He indicated that most of the FY 15 projects were moving
forward toward completion and Mr. Harry Maloney, Electric Director, had begun the
leg work associated with a majority of the electric projects outlined in the capital
plan.
Mr. Anderson questioned if there were any budgetary items regarding the emergency
breakages or cost overruns that should be on the radar. Responding, Mr. Koenig
stated that some Public Works projects had created budget difficulties. He advised
members that bids for the Hazlettville Road Interceptor project came in quite high
and the project would be rebid this year in hopes that better timing would result in
lower bids. Mr. Koenig stated that the City typically receives three (3) to four (4)
bids for each pump station upgrade or replacement; however, only one (1) bid was
received for the Retreat Pump Station Replacement and it was approximately$90,000
higher than anticipated. He noted that a number of other pump station bids had been
close to the budget, perhaps plus or minus $20,000 or $30,000, but not $90,000 on
a $400,000 project.
Mr. Koenig informed members that staff was hopeful that bids for water projects
would come in right at budget. He explained that if a project comes in over budget
and it is within the City Manager’s authority, staff moves money within the capital
plan to move forward those projects that are ready for construction, noting that some
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changes require Council approval. Mr. Koenig indicated that staff had been diligent
about trying to get the capital plan caught up and, outside of a handful of projects,
staff was addressing current year projects.
Mr. Koenig explained that a number of projects at the power plant would be looked
at with the new power plant manager and information from the Integrated Resources
Plan (IRP) would be used. He reminded members that earlier in the year, the
Assistant Generation Manager position was identified as a position to be filled. Staff
was getting ready to advertise the position and would be back before Council to
confirm the desire to move forward. Mr. Koenig indicated that this was an important
position in planning the future of the utility since the utility must have manpower and
intellectual power in place so that gaps do not develop as people retire. He noted that
it is more important than ever to have people who understand the electric market,
which is changing more rapidly than anticipated. Mr. Koenig stated that the system
was now very interactive and technical and included solar, wind, and other types of
generation, as well as battery storage issues and additional suppliers who are trying
to take advantage of the market. On the distribution side, Mr. Koenig expressed
staff’s belief that there would be land purchases for future substations and necessary
improvements to the system. Mr. Koenig advised members that modeling was
showing that baseline costs were going up, but the load was flat or in some cases
negative. He stated the need to figure out how to manage those issues going forward
because capital improvements may need to occur.
Mr. Koenig stated that an evaluation of the electric system was done several years
ago, and the City has a very good electric system with high reliability. This was
being promoted as an economic or competitive advantage over other areas, since the
City has a very consistent flow of energy for business and few substantial outages,
which is an advantage to those trying to locate facilities. He noted that staff was still
working on issues related to commercial rates and would be making related
recommendations in the future.
Mr. Koenig informed members that the capital plan is very dynamic and there is a
need to make sure that facilities are in place on the General Fund, Water and
Wastewater Fund, and Electric Fund sides to set the City up for the ability to grow
economically. He indicated that it would not be desired to have to scramble to
develop infrastructure if there were an advantageous economic development
opportunity. Mr. Koenig felt that the GOTP is probably the premiere piece of land
in the State for economic development opportunities, and the City needed to get
partners to the area and interested in the facility.
Mr. Hosfelt questioned if there were residents with concerns related to the water
tower in the northwest part of the City. Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that a
potential location was sited adjacent to Maple Glen behind a church that was willing
to sell or lease a piece of property for the tower. The site was in very close proximity
to the Maple Glen subdivision and the residents objected. The placement of the
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tower at that location would have required several variances or waivers by
City Council in accordance with the code, since there was no road at the location.
Staff had been working for more than a year to secure a secondary location and were
currently working with a developer. Mr. Koenig felt that a MOU would be signed
shortly so that the tower could be sited on the northern boundary of the City, and it
would not be located immediately next to existing houses.
Mr. Neil questioned if the City’s load would increase as companies and businesses
move in to the GOTP. Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that it would depend upon
what happens between now and when these operations begin. He indicated that
people were using more efficient air-conditioning systems, lighting, and appliances;
therefore, the residential load was altering. Mr. Koenig advised that some newer
houses have smaller loads; however, much larger houses were also being built in
some areas in the City. He informed members that businesses and manufacturers are
actively looking for ways to increase energy efficiency and reduce their costs.
Mr. Koenig noted that smaller commercial properties may have enough private
improvements in their systems to make their load appear flat when they come online.
He advised members that Energizer was bringing on a maximum of 12 MW, which
would increase the load at their plant by one-third and would cause a true increase
in the City’s load. Mr. Koenig stated that without more increases of this nature, as
the years progress, the City’s load will start to drop slightly.
Mr. Hutchison asked if the City’s efforts to reach out to larger users and educate them
on how to be more efficient and effective in running their operations would continue.
In response, Mr. Koenig stated that staff had met with some larger customers and
learned that these customers do not all have the same issues associated with power
supply but have individual goals and objectives. For some, climate control in their
facility is the premium issue for them and they cannot shed or alter the load. Others
can alter load and are willing to try to work on load management. Mr. Koenig felt
that one (1) way for the City to save money in the long run would be to look at load
management and try to shave off some of the peaks so that the City does not have to
purchase that amount of capacity in the market forever. He noted that managing load
is a very dynamic two-way street.
Mr. Koenig advised members of the need to change how the utility functions by
getting the word out to customers to try to drop off or shed load, or use load in the
off hours. He thought that Delaware Electric Cooperative (DEC) did a very good job
of beating the peak and felt that the City should improve in that area. Mr. Koenig
stated the need to actively manage demand to get the lowest reasonable cost for its
customers; however, this is time consuming, manpower intensive in some cases, and
a real change from past procedures. He reiterated that the City’s electric utility is a
big plus in the economic development realm, because the City has the ability to set
rates and make decisions as to where its return should be and to attract residential or
commercial development or re-development to the area. Mr. Koenig felt that a lot
of things were needed to become a more nimble utility that is more reactive to
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customers. He stated that customers favored the City’s reliable power stream and,
although they sometimes complain about the costs, they were willing to consider
their consumer behavior as a way to help manage costs. Mr. Koenig explained that,
in order to manage the load going forward, the City needed to continue to foster this
two-way communication with the larger customers and reach out to all other
customers as well. He advised members that the potential negative load curve could
be a plus if managed for the economic good of the utility.
TEA/NAES Reports (August and September)
The TEA/NAES Monthly Reports for August and September 2015 were provided to
members to enable them to monitor electric sales and revenues received, which will
provide a better understanding of any fluctuations that occur and allow the
opportunity to make improvements if deemed necessary.
Mr. Koenig reviewed the Executive Summary on Page 1 of the TEA Report for
September 2015, noting that the cost of power supply in July, August, and September
was under budget, and in some cases substantially under budget. The general trend
was that the actual load had been slightly higher than expected. Mr. Koenig stated
that, for September, the forecasted load was 62,200 MWh and the actual total load
was 66,689 MWh.
Referring to the Budget Report on Page 10 of the TEA Report for September 2015,
Mr. Koenig stated that the final cost of service to rate payers was budgeted at $70.92
and delivered at $60.50; therefore, there was a savings of $10.42. He noted that
year-to-date for the current fiscal year, the City was under budget in power supply
and staff was looking for ways to continue that through the 12-month planning
horizon to keep those costs under the anticipated budget.
Mr. Koenig advised members that staff was working with the new plant manager to
get accustomed to how he manages the plant. Mr. Harry Maloney, Electric Director,
had been discussing how to avoid problems related to cold weather and there had
been preparations including additional fuel oil, stock piles, etc., so that power could
be delivered if there is a very cold event.
Mr. Blakeman, referring to the Generation Summary on Page 4 of the TEA Report
for August 2015, requested clarification regarding why in August 2015 revenue was
budgeted at approximately $0.5M but negative revenue was reflected. Responding,
Mr. Maloney explained that generation failed to perform its capacity obligations and
this was a generation fee.
Updates
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, provided the following updates:
Green Energy Funding and Programming
Members reviewed details regarding Green Energy Funding and Programming as of
November 3, 2015.
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National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) Permit
Mr. Koenig stated that National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems (MS4) Permits would be reissued as a
comprehensive umbrella permit in the Spring. The City’s environmental scientist
and permit manager had been working diligently to try to bring the City into
compliance with the parameters of this permit. Staff had also been working on a
potential stormwater utility, which would be brought before Council for
consideration in the future and would relate to capital project planning, fees, and
managing MS4 permit obligations for the City. Mr. Koenig indicated that the City
was actively working on MS4 permit obligations and, now that personnel were in
place for this, staff felt much more comfortable moving forward with the permit,
authorization, and annual reporting associated with it.
Garrison Oak Technical Park Project Updates
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, provided the following updates:
City Infrastructure
Mr. Koenig stated that staff anticipated wrapping up all contracts related to the
Garrison Oak Technical Park (GOTP) by the end of the year or January 2016 and
releasing all final payments. Minor close-out items were being completed for each
of the contracts, so there was still construction activity, but the project was more than
90% complete.
Calpine Energy Center
Mr. Koenig reminded members that the Garrison Energy Center had been in full
operation since June 1, 2015. He advised that a fuel tank had recently been installed
and was working its way through the permitting process. Mr. Koenig stated that
there were initial complaints related to noise associated with a valve failure;
however, the plant had been relatively quiet after the first six (6) to eight (8) weeks
of operation. He noted that the City recently completed a water system flushing
across the City and there were very few complaints. Mr. Koenig advised members
that water was moving very quickly through the system on the east side, especially
when the plant is up and running, and this had been good for the quality of the water
inside the system.
Mr. Koenig indicated that there had been additional benefits since Calpine came
online. He noted that summertime revenues appeared to be meeting the outlined
goals and he was looking forward to seeing what they would be over the entire year.
Dover Sun Park
Mr. Koenig reviewed a spreadsheet entitled “City of Dover Electric Revenue Fund -
FY 15 - White Oak Solar Park Incremental Cost.” He stated that the year-to-date
incremental costs reflected that the City was paying approximately $467,000 more
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for this power than would have been paid in the market. He advised members that
this was a necessary component of the utility and the City must look at how to
manage these costs and how solar energy will play into the City’s portfolio in the
future.
In response to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Koenig stated that the increased cost was spread
across all kilowatt hours sold.
Mr. Hutchison moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by
Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried.
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT -
NOVEMBER 9, 2015
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met on November 9, 2015 with
Chairman Hare presiding.
City of Dover E-Mail Addresses for Council Members
Mr. Anderson stated that Council members had received various requests under the
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) for emails over the past couple of years. He
indicated that these emails were not necessarily being archived with the City Clerk’s
Office or the City government and that this was becoming more of an issue across the
country. Mr. Anderson asked if it would be an advantage for members of
City Council to have official email accounts on the City’s email server for the sake
of simplicity and legal protection.
Mayor Christiansen asked if a case had been proved that a City email account was
needed, noting that it might be redundant to have two (2) email accounts.
Responding, Mr. Anderson stated that the reason for his inquiry was for easier
compliance with FOIA requirements.
Responding to Mayor Christiansen as to whether this would also apply to Facebook
accounts, Mr. Anderson indicated that it would not. Mr. Anderson stated that official
email accounts would be listed on the City’s website, which would be the first and
most likely place for people to look for contact information for their representatives.
He also noted that emails could be archived automatically, as opposed to having to
do it manually.
Mr. Hare asked if Mr. Anderson was saying that if a constituent sent an email to his
personal account, he would send it to his City account. Responding, Mr. Anderson
stated that, currently, if someone sends him an email regarding official City business,
he sends a copy of the original email and the response to the City Clerk’s Office. In
this way, if there is a FOIA request there is no issue because the Clerk’s Office has
been copied. Mr. Anderson felt that he might inadvertently fail to copy a particular
response and that using an official account could lower legal exposure to liability on
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his part and on the part of the City. He indicated that this was recommended by the
National League of Cities and others and wanted to find out from the City Solicitor
if this was the best way to go with regard to Delaware law.
In response to Mr. Hare, Mr. Anderson indicated that he had not discussed this with
the City Solicitor prior to the meeting.
Mr. Slavin stated that there is a records retention policy that applies to email, noting
that the content of a record determines its value and retention. Some emails are
transitory in nature and can be deleted after they are read, some are administrative
and have a longer specified retention period, and some are policy-based records that
have a permanent retention. Mr. Slavin requested that the City Clerk brush up
Council’s training by pulling retention information from the Delaware Public
Archives website so that members are aware of their responsibilities. He indicated
that, with a FOIA request, if records have been destroyed as a matter of the normal
course of business they typically do not have to be presented.
Mr. Slavin stated his belief that Mr. Andy Siegel, IT Director, could provide the
relevant cost estimates.
Members were informed that prices were obtained for nine (9) Microsoft Office 365
licenses in order to provide members of Council with City e-mail addresses. The
quote for Microsoft Core CAL Bridge for Office 365 was $574.38; however, this
version had limitations, including the inability to access e-mail from a mobile device.
The quote for the full version of Microsoft Office 365 was $4,194.90.
Mr. Andy Siegel, IT Director, advised members that he had a few spare licenses, but
not enough to add the nine (9) members of Council. He stated that he could see
advantages to the suggestion but also financial disadvantages, noting that this item
was not included in the budget.
Mr. Anderson noted that this would not have to happen right away.
Mr. Hare questioned if a Council member could pay the $529 fee to have an
individual account. Responding, Mr. Siegel stated that he could not speak to how
this would work from a financial standpoint, noting that the license would belong to
the City and would become part of the City’s renewal when the Microsoft Enterprise
license is renewed every three (3) years.
Mr. Hare stated that Mr. Rodriguez could be asked to provide information and the
City Clerk could research this also.
Mr. Slavin cautioned members that requesting a legal opinion costs the City money
and suggested that research not be conducted at a higher hourly rate than could be
accomplished by other means.
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Mr. Hare questioned the reason for the proposed change, noting that he does not care
if anyone reads the emails that he sends.
Ms. Maucher asked if the concern was related to exposure of personal emails that are
not City related and whether personal emails could be searched if a FOIA requestor
felt that members had not been forthcoming. Responding, Mr. Anderson stated that
personal emails that relate to a FOIA request were currently being handled through
an honor code and members search and turn over the emails requested. He indicated
that if the matter became the subject of legal action, the emails could be compelled
through subpoena and someone else would search them; however, to his knowledge,
this had not occurred during his tenure on Council.
In response to Mr. Hare as to whether telling the truth had been a problem,
Mr. Anderson indicated that it had not; however, something may be overlooked since
no system is perfect, and one (1) mistake could cause fines for the City.
Mr. Shevock noted that emails could be subpoenaed wherever they were located,
whether from a personal or City account, and questioned why they would not all be
in one (1) place that is backed up and maintained by the City.
Mr. Siegel stated that with the Microsoft Enterprise license, all City email is in the
Cloud; however, if something happened to a councilman’s personal email account,
the City would have no recourse in getting it back.
Mr. Shevock questioned why the City would put itself in a position of having a legal
problem or lawsuit and causing the appearance of trying to hide something.
Mr. Hare reiterated that if something serious happened with regard to emails, all
accounts, including personal accounts would be subpoenaed. He was not sure that
it would be desired to spend money on this proposal, noting that hours would also
have to be spent to maintain it.
Mr. Shevock moved to recommend staying with the City of Dover email system as
it stands now, seconded by Mr. Cole.
Mr. Cole moved to amend the motion to state that Mrs. McDowell would provide
information on records retention, and Mr. Shevock concurred.
Responding to Mrs. McDowell, Mr. Hare indicated that a legal opinion should not
be sought on this matter.
The Committee recommended staying with the City of Dover email system as it
stands now and for Mrs. McDowell to provide information to members regarding
records retention.
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By consent agenda, Mr. Hosfelt moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Hare and Lewis absent).
Status of Performance Audit of Civilian Side of City Government (Deferred
During the Meeting of October 26, 2015 Due to Time Constraints)
During their meeting of July 13, 2015, Council approved the Committee’s
recommendation that the Staff Strategic Planning Team and members of
Council develop ideas by August 1, 2015 and that a workshop be scheduled after
August 1, 2015.
During the Legislative, Finance, and Administration meeting of November 9, 2015,
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that a management meeting was
held on August 4, 2015 to develop ideas to improve City government and service
delivery, and a list of potential new revenue sources, cost saving measures, and other
ideas was developed. The City Manager, Controller/Treasurer, and City Clerk then
met with the Council President and the Chairmen of the Utility and Legislative,
Finance, and Administration Committees on August 21, 2015 to review these ideas.
Mr. Koenig reminded members that several of the new revenue sources were
currently being proposed for consideration by City Council, while some of the ideas,
such as an accommodations tax related to hotel rooms, would require authorizing
legislation and could not move forward without help from State legislators.
Mr. Koenig advised members that different discussions had also been ongoing with
various State legislators about reviewing revenue streams coming to the City of
Dover and potentially backfilling those revenue streams should State revenues
decline. He stated that other ideas would relate to FY 2017 budget development,
such as utility rate structures, recovery of public safety costs, and potential public
safety surcharges, etc. Mr. Koenig explained that these items would be brought
forward throughout the year for Council’s consideration, noting that new fees and fee
adjustments had been considered at the committee level and would be considered by
Council later in the evening.
In addition, Mr. Koenig noted that the City conducted a Lean Boot Camp on
October 28-29, 2015, and thirty (30) members of staff attended. He stated that
updates on this program would be provided as additional ideas and projects are
developed. Mr. Koenig informed members that the Lean process was about driving
efficiency in the organization, making sure there is value in the processes being used,
and removing non-value-added steps, rather than reducing staff. Mr. Koenig stated
that he found the 16 hours spent with the Lean consultant to be very enlightening.
He stated that he intended to budget additional funds to continue the training to more
efficiently apply resources, and this would also be part of the FY 17 budget
development. He reminded members that, in the FY 16 budget, Council had
authorized a public safety study to be conducted by an outside third party to
determine whether current techniques and technology related to emergency and
police services were being used efficiently, and this study was currently underway
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through onsite interviews and review of documents and facilities. Mr. Koenig stated
that related written recommendations would be made in the coming months.
Mr. Koenig advised members that the above items were underway at the staff level
and would continue to move forward to Council over the next few months.
Mr. Anderson asked if Mr. Koenig foresaw these efforts as providing information
regarding the possible restructuring of City government that had been discussed for
many years and if there would also be short-term benefits. Responding, Mr. Koenig
stated that the Lean process was to reaffirm that Dover is one (1) city that is working
toward a common goal and to determine how to share information so that roadblocks
are not created between departments. He noted that staff from one (1) department
may sometimes not be aware how their decisions may create an additional workload
and burdens for other departments. For example, downsizing the number of meter
readers several years ago created problems in having to backfill positions from
elsewhere and resulted in work that was incomplete, which caused unintended
consequences in the organization. Mr. Koenig expressed the need to know how
decisions are impacting the overall organization and whether those decisions are
maintaining the overall goals.
In response to Mayor Christiansen regarding the cost of the Lean Boot Camp
training, Mr. Koenig estimated the cost at $6,000 to $8,000 for 30 people.
Mayor Christiansen asked whether the training addressed the issues of individual
departments’ missions, structure, current budget, and staffing. Responding,
Mr. Koenig stated that it did not address those items, but considered how Lean
concepts are applied, the basic principles, and how to get people hooked on the idea
of continuous improvement. It also showed the things that can be done initially to
start thinking about how to make improvements while other operations are going on.
Mayor Christiansen noted that approximately $100,000 had been spent for the public
safety study to review police, fire, and EMS services to check mission, structure,
budget, and staffing, and to provide eventual recommendations, and he had thought
it might be good if the City had people in the community do this for all City
departments. He did not feel that the Lean initiative was in the same vein as the
study that the City paid $100,000 for.
Mayor Christiansen expressed his feeling that the Ad Hoc Financial and Operational
Advisory Committee came off as an adverse group to the City, whose initial
intention seemed to be bringing out a giant ax and cutting everything in sight.
Mayor Christiansen felt there was a possibility for some people, possibly former
Council members, business people, and general citizens, to review the mission of
each City department, including the structure, budget, and staffing from an outside
view. While he felt that the Lean initiative would provide internal insight, he
expressed a desire to have a look from the outside, noting that there could never be
too many answers.
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Mr. Koenig felt that the type of the review suggested by Mayor Christiansen would
be viewed as hostile by the organization. He noted that the Ad Hoc Financial and
Operational Advisory Committee, while it had good intentions, ruffled a lot of
feathers in the organization and statements were made at the committee level that
could not be influenced or controlled. Mr. Koenig advised members that any such
committee would be public, subject to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and
would have to post meetings. He stated that the members of those types of
committees must be very careful when they start talking about the names,
qualifications, and actions of City employees.
Mayor Christiansen expressed his opinion that this committee would not be
conducted on a hostile basis but would have the ultimate goal of improving the
organization. He noted that some departments were understaffed and the goal would
not be to cut but to help the City.
Mr. Koenig stated that there may be people that would argue for additional or
expansion of services or activities; however, there were budget constraints. He felt
that marrying up those two (2) initiatives would be a challenge.
Mayor Christiansen questioned if a committee of well-intended, non-hostile citizens
would be as effective as a committee of people from outside Dover coming to review
the Dover’s police, fire and EMS services. He reiterated that his intent was not to
ruffle feathers but to make sure that all departments have the proper structure,
guidance and staffing to do the job, and he believed that a committee of
well-intended citizens with no ax to grind could perform this mission.
Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Mr. Koenig stated that Council could select a
committee if they would like to. He explained that the hiring of a professional, third
party to conduct the public safety study was to benchmark against national standards
and hopefully get ideas from other communities under the same pressures that Dover
has. He felt that local talent did not have the same breadth of experience as a
consulting firm that is dedicated to public safety management across the nation.
Mr. Koenig stated that there are local experts at certain things; however, the question
was how to manage those experts and their personalities, opinions, and statements,
noting that the dialogue and dynamics of such committee meetings are not easy to
control, and ad hoc committees had experienced difficulty keeping the objectives
clear in the past.
In response to Mr. Hare regarding the frequency of employee evaluations,
Mr. Koenig stated that evaluations are supposed to be completed annually and it was
his belief that most evaluations were done annually.
Responding to Mr. Hare, Mr. Koenig stated that he was unsure which employees
were not being evaluated and would have to get a list. Mr. Hare stated that he would
like to see who was not being evaluated. Mr. Koenig stated that he had not given his
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department heads written evaluations in the last year. Mr. Hare asked if Mr. Koenig
felt that this was something that should be done so that Mr. Koenig and Council
could get an idea of how the employees were performing. Responding, Mr. Koenig
stated he felt it fair that there should be something in writing; however, he indicated
that employees are evaluated every day. He noted that Council had not always stuck
to annual evaluations. Mr. Koenig indicated that he understood the value of
evaluations as an assessment tool, but he stated that evaluation of performance is a
daily occurrence and not once per year.
Mayor Christiansen questioned if it would be abrasive to anyone if a disinterested
third party, not affiliated with the City, performed a review based on mission,
structure, budgeting, and staffing, and made a recommendation, not as an official
committee of the Mayor or the Council, but as interested citizens. He noted that
people from the Chamber of Commerce had worked on and reviewed the City’s
budget. Mayor Christiansen did not feel that such a group would be subject to FOIA
if they did not meet on City property, and he stated that it would be ensured that these
were people who were looking at the operation of the City with good intent.
Mr. Hosfelt questioned if this would be similar to the Ad Hoc Financial and
Operational Advisory Committee. Responding, Mayor Christiansen stated that the
Ad Hoc Financial and Operational Advisory Committee was an official committee
of City Council, and the alternative he suggested would not be connected with City
and the review would be done for the love of the City. He indicated that he would
insist that the first department to be reviewed would be the Economic Development
Office, which he is in charge of.
Mr. Slavin expressed his appreciation for the efforts related to the ongoing process
of continuous improvement. He stated his impression that there was a heavy load
coming up in the six (6) weeks after the holidays, with the preparation for a much
earlier budget cycle. Mr. Slavin explained that key decisions would come much
earlier in the budget process, and there were potential cuts from the State to be dealt
with. He stated the need to be careful in balancing workload and felt that there was
a bit of fatigue related to the conversation regarding structuring and restructuring City
government. Mr. Slavin stated that if a group, such as the Chamber of Commerce,
wanted to put an independent study group together, there was nothing pro or con that
the City could do. However, he wanted to be sure that this was not the result of a
suggestion coming from the City to circumvent FOIA. Mr. Slavin cautioned that
once a committee is created, that committee has to play by rules that make it very
difficult to have candid conversations, and he did not want employees to feel
threatened. He felt that the Ad Hoc Financial and Operational Advisory Committee
had good intentions, but it became very much a threat to employees, who felt the
Committee was meeting to slash jobs and go after certain positions, and he indicated
that he would not want to see something like that.
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Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development,
stated that she had managed the Planning Department for approximately 10 years and
they had struggled over the course of many years with employee morale based on
comments made in Council Chambers or by committees set up by Council. She
expressed serious concerns, as a manager who constantly works to build up staff but
also hold them accountable, about an outside group coming in and telling staff how
to do their jobs better. Mrs. Townshend advised members that municipal
government is very complex and is not a business, noting that most businesses do not
deal with four (4) bargaining units or have to make decisions in a very open
environment where closed door discussions cannot be held. She noted that many
people question why things cannot be done in a way that would seem to make more
sense, noting that department managers ask the same things about other departments
until they spend a day in those departments and see how those processes work.
Mrs. Townshend expressed concern about bringing in people who may have little or
no experience in municipal management, and who may have the best of intentions
but do not understand the legal and other constraints of government. She felt this
would degrade morale and start infighting among departments, finger pointing, and
defensiveness. Mrs. Townshend felt that every time discussions like this come up,
it is like a kick in the stomach to the staff that come in and work hard every day,
whether senior management, mid-level management, or the employees out on the
road doing the work.
In regard to the Lean Boot Camp training, Mrs. Townshend stated that during the
session, staff learned and had meaningful discussions about working together within
the organization to evaluate processes, take out steps that do not add value to the
process or the customer, and come up with a more efficient and customer-friendly
organization. Attendees left each day excited to start working together, across
departments, to implement these concepts. Mrs. Townshend expressed concern
about starting more things rather than letting the Lean process, which staff was fully
engaged in, run its course. She felt that anything getting in the way of that process
would be counterproductive.
Responding to Ms. Maucher, Mrs. Townshend stated that 30 of the approximately
360 members of staff attended the training and all departments had representatives,
with some departments having up to four (4) staff members present. She noted that
most of the attendees were from management, but not all.
In response to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Koenig stated that a mixture of unionized and
non-unionized employees were present.
Mr. Hare stated that he did not disagree with Mrs. Townshend or Mr. Koenig.
Having experience in business and dealing with unions, and having done consulting,
he did not see the need to bring someone in to evaluate employees; however, he felt
that Council should make sure managers were accountable, were not overworked,
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and were not trying to do too much with too little. Mr. Hare stated this could not be
done until management was informing Council about the evaluation of their own
departments.
Mr. Sudler stated that evaluating employees may provide the City protection from
future lawsuits. He noted that without evaluations, employees who are terminated
might say they were not given an opportunity to improve or that they did not know
they were having an issue in a certain area.
Mr. Koenig stated that no departments had indicated to him that they had too many
people and too little to do in the last two (2) years; they all indicated that they were
overworked and had more to do than could be accomplished. He understood the
context of wanting to get more out of things but noted that the City was also faced
with cutting budgets. Mr. Koenig felt that there was debate and difficulty making
decisions on things that appeared straightforward. He noted that an independent,
third-party review of public safety had been requested; however, 10 new police
offices were then hired due to the submission of a page-and-a-half memo without any
data to back up the request. Mr. Koenig felt that data probably could have backed up
the request; however, it was not analyzed and a decision was made to move forward
since members were backed up against the wall publicly because of a major issue
going on in the City. Mr. Koenig advised members that the public safety study would
tell whether or not the hiring of those officers was a good decision.
Mr. Koenig stated that it was frustrating to hear that there were experts out there that
could tell the City how to save millions or hundreds of thousands of dollars, noting
that the doors are open to those who want to come and have those discussions or
make observations; however, he cautioned that there are real people involved. For
example, he noted that the City had quietly gotten out of the custodial business, but
accomplished this through attrition. It was known through calculations that the City
would save money by outsourcing or privatizing those services, but the City waited
because of the human factor. Mr. Koenig advised members that all these decisions
would involve employees, and, traditionally, the public had not been very kind to
local government services. He stated that ideas cannot just be thrown into the public
arena without debate and cannot be pulled back once out there.
Mr. Cole concurred, stating that in his line of work, education, there can be fatigue
and there is always someone with a new plan or idea. He questioned why members
could not let the new Lean Boot Camp process play out and review it after
implementation.
Mayor Christiansen stated that his proposal was not presented from an adversarial
point of view; rather, his intention was to make sure that there were enough people
to do the work that is thrown at staff on a day-to-day basis and is not getting done.
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In regard to the police officers that were hired, Mayor Christiansen asked that
members look around at what had happened over the course of the year in the City
and stated that related recommendations that were made by one (1) of the City’s
current councilmen, while formerly serving as Chief of Police, were ignored by
Council. He indicated that this became a crisis and was still a crisis today.
Proposed Change to Committee Meeting Format (Hutchison)
Councilman Hutchison proposed changing the format of the standing Council
committee meetings to a Committee of the Whole format, in an effort to be more
efficient and effective, to allow greater opportunity for interaction and networking
among elected officials and the civilian committee members, and to enhance the
decision-making process by involving all members of City Council in discussions at
the committee level. Mr. Hutchison explained that the Committee of the Whole,
which would include all members of City Council and the civilian members of the
Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement; Safety Advisory and
Transportation; Utility; and Legislative, Finance, and Administration committees,
would be chaired by the Council President and the civilian members would
participate only in their committee’s discussions. The Committee of the Whole
format would enable members to give detailed consideration to agenda items in a
committee setting. The results of votes taken would not be final decisions but would
have the status of recommendations, which City Council would consider further and
vote on at its regular meeting, either as a discussion item or on Consent Agenda.
Mr. Hutchison indicated that the Council President would preside over the
Committee of the Whole and each of the chairpersons of the four (4) standing
committees would chair those committees.
Mr. Hutchison recommended that Staff be directed to prepare the necessary
ordinance, that the Committee of the Whole begin meeting on Tuesday,
January 12, 2016, and that the Committee of the Whole meet on Tuesday evenings
following the Regular Council meetings, beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Mr. Hare noted that, under this format, there would be no opportunity to bring an
item from committee to Council quickly and questioned if there could be an
exception if something had to be fast tracked by having a special meeting.
Responding, Ms. Traci McDowell, City Clerk, stated that special meetings could be
scheduled with seven (7) days advance notice.
Mr. Hutchison stated that having Committee of the Whole meetings on Tuesday
evenings at 6:00 p.m. or 6:30 p.m. would allow Council and civilian members who
have jobs to attend and open the door for better lines for communication.
Mr. Slavin noted that this would effectively double the number of nights that Council
would be committed to. In addition, he questioned how a Committee of the Whole
would be organized with citizen members, stating that the committee would then
become nine (9) members of Council plus two (2) citizen members and a quorum
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would become six (6). Mr. Slavin inquired if the citizen members would be expected
to be present through all of the meetings, noting that the length of each meeting was
unknown and these members would not know when their respective items would be
considered and may have a long wait time.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Hutchison stated that committee members are paid,
and he felt that they should be there at the start of the meeting with Council members.
It was his opinion that everyone must be able to work together if City of Dover
business was to be done.
Mr. Slavin questioned what problem was trying to be solved, noting his awareness
that the solution was modeled after Kent County Levy Court, which was a different
organization that does not have citizen members and meets as a Committee of the
Whole because only commissioners serve on committees.
Mr. Hutchison felt it important to have all nine (9) members of Council address and
work on issues. He stated that most of the items that go from committee to Council
are on Consent Agenda. He noted that matters involving millions of dollars are
discussed at committee meetings and felt it important to get the interaction of all
members so that everyone has a good working knowledge.
Mr. Slavin did not disagree with the idea of having as many people discussing
matters as possible; however, he noted that Council members can attend committee
meetings, pull items off the Consent Agenda, and read the minutes and backup
material. He was not convinced that the issue was that members were not
participating.
Mr. Hare noted that sometimes members pull items off the Consent Agenda at a
Council meeting and ask questions that committee members had already spent time
discussing.
Mr. Slavin stated that he was unsure what the effect would be on public participation
if all meetings were moved to a specific evening time versus earlier in the afternoon,
noting that many people work shifts. He was unsure if the net effect would be to
alienate those who work evenings.
Mr. Cole felt that the proposal was well intended but that the whole picture should
be looked at before moving forward. He concurred with Mr. Slavin regarding the
need to ensure that a solution to a problem was being looked for.
Mr. Hare indicated that he did not think it was a bad idea but was not prepared to say
that it should be done. He stated that this could be tried for two (2) or three (3)
meetings and then discussed again.
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The Committee recommended commencing the Committee of the Whole meeting
format during the first meetings in January and try it for a few months, and if
members decide to adopt the format as one (1) of the protocols for the next Council
year, that this be done during the annual meeting.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hosfelt moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Hare and Lewis absent).
By consent agenda, Mr. Hosfelt moved for acceptance of the Legislative, Finance, and
Administration Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried by a unanimous
roll call vote (Hare and Lewis absent).
RESCHEDULING OF PLANNING COMMISSION PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED
ORDINANCE #2015-20 AMENDING APPENDIX B - ZONING, ARTICLE 12 -
DEFINITIONS
Council President Slavin advised members that the First Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2015-20
was held on November 9, 2015 at which time the Ordinance was referred to the Planning
Commission for a Public Hearing on December 21, 2015. That Planning Commission meeting has
been rescheduled for Wednesday, December 16, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. It is recommended for referral
to the Planning Commission on December 16, 2015. The Public Hearing before City Council will
take place on January 11, 2016 at 7:30 p.m., at which time the Final Reading and Council action will
take place. Copies of all proposed ordinances are available at the entrance of the Council Chambers
or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office.
Mr. Hare moved to refer the amendments to the Planning Commission on December 16, 2015
and set a public hearing before City Council for January 11, 2016 at 7:30 p.m., as
recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hutchison and unanimously carried.
EVALUATION OF BIDS - FY 2016 FALL STREET AND ALLEY PROGRAM
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, informed members that, in concurrence with the City of Dover’s
Capital Investments Plan, it was proposed to rehabilitate various pavement and concrete sections
throughout the City of Dover during Fiscal Year 2016. The total length of scheduled street repaving
is approximately 6,500 linear feet or 1.23 miles. Along with repaving, this project includes replacing
approximately 2,200 linear feet of curb, 20 linear feet of valley gutter, 2,800 square feet of driveway
apron, 6,000 square feet of sidewalk, 6 catch basin heads, and 350 square yards of various patch
work. This project also includes installing inlet protections, 12,000 square feet of new sidewalk, and
150 square feet of detectable truncated domes. The following locations were included in the
proposed scope of work to be completed under the FY 2016 Fall Street and Alley Program: David
Circle East; David Circle West; Fairway Court; Gregory Court; Hemsted Court; Kensington Court;
Maple Parkway; Martin Street; Michael Court; Miller Road; Niblick Court; Reed Street; South New
Street; and Tallowick Lane.
Mr. Koenig stated that the anticipated Street Program included funding from the General Fund Street
Program in addition to Community Transportation Funds. Since the anticipated Street Program
includes locations intended to be funded with Community Transportation Funds (Davis Circle East,
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Davis Circle West, Fairway Court, and Tallowick Lane), the City of Dover will be required to use
bids with prevailing wages. Therefore, Sam’s Construction has been determined to be the low
bidder. In addition, their previous work with the City was found to be satisfactory. It is staff’s
opinion that the bid represents fair market value and their qualifications are in accordance with the
requirements of this project.
Staff recommended awarding a unit price contract, based upon bid #16-0015PW for the FY 2016
Fall Street and Alley Program to Sam’s Construction based on the prevailing wage unit prices for
each work item submitted. The estimated value of the contract is $740,735.00. Work will be
performed in strict accordance to the bid specifications.
Mr. Anderson moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hosfelt.
Mr. Anderson expressed his opinion that a lot of the streets included in this bid were very worthy
and long overdue. He congratulated the City Manager on ensuring that the entire City was
represented by need in this particular program.
The motion for approval to award a unit price contract estimated at $740,735.00, based upon
bid #16-0015PW for the FY 2016 Fall Street and Alley Program, to Sam’s Construction based
on the prevailing wage unit prices for each work item submitted and with work to be
performed in strict accordance to the bid specifications, as recommended by staff was carried
by a unanimous roll call vote.
EVALUATION OF REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS - FINANCIAL ADVISOR SERVICES
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, informed members that, in accordance with the City of
Dover Debt Management Policy, the Finance Department completed a solicitation for Financial
Advisory Services and three (3) proposals were received and reviewed. She stated that, based upon
the review, staff recommended the selection of Public Financial Management, Inc., a subsidiary of
the PFM Group headquartered out of Philadelphia, PA.
Mrs. Mitchell explained that the recommendation of Public Financial Management, Inc. (PFM) was
based largely on the network of professionals they employ and the scope of services provided.
PFM’s response to the request for proposal demonstrated their capability in providing assistance to
the City of Dover in many of the challenges we face today with budgetary and capital requirements.
PFM has provided assistance in the past for labor negotiations, Municipal Continuing Disclosure
Cooperation requirements, and provided training on financial management topics at no cost to the
City. As in the past, all fees related to these services are paid out of the bond proceeds and not
budgeted as current expenses in the City budgets.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that staff contacted several of the references that the three (3) firms provided
in their proposals, noting that many of them had state agencies. She informed members that this was
also a reason for the recommendation of Public Financial Management, Inc.
Staff recommended approval of a five (5) year service contract for financial advisor services with
Public Financial Management, Inc.
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Mr. Hare moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and
carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
REAPPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN -
ST. JONES GREENWAY COMMISSION - THREE (3) YEAR TERMS TO EXPIRE
DECEMBER 31, 2018
Mayor Christiansen recommended the appointment of Mr. James Burcham, Mr. Michael P. Mercer,
and Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend (Ex-Officio) to serve on the St. Jones Greenway Commission for
three (3) year terms to expire December 31, 2018.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hosfelt moved for approval of the appointment of
Mr. James Burcham, Mr. Michael P. Mercer, and Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend (Ex-Officio),
as recommended by Mayor Christiansen, seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote (Hare and Lewis absent).
ELECTION OF OFFICERS - ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY - YEAR 2016 FIRE LINE
OFFICERS
The Fire Line Officers of the Robbins Hose Company are elected annually on the third Monday of
November. Members were provided the results from the November 16, 2015 Robbins Hose
Company Election for consideration as follows:
Fire Chief - Carleton Carey, Jr. (uncontested)
Deputy Fire Chief - Ronald Rhodes (uncontested)
First Assistant Fire Chief - David Carey (uncontested)
Second Assistant Fire Chief - Glenn Whitt (uncontested)
Third Assistant Fire Chief - Duane Reeder
Fourth Assistant Fire Chief - Michael O’Connor, Jr.
First Fire Line Captain - Michael O’Connor, III
Second Fire Line Captain - David Knight
By consent agenda, Mr. Hosfelt moved for acceptance of the Fire Line Officers for Robbins
Hose Company No. 1 for the Year 2016, as submitted, seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried
by a unanimous roll call vote (Hare and Lewis absent).
REZONING REQUEST FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 904, 910, 930, 950, 956, 970, 986,
AND 992 WHATCOAT DRIVE - FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-23
A request was received to rezone property located at 904, 910, 930, 950, 956, 970, 986, and 992
Whatcoat Drive, owned by Whatcoat Community Development, Inc. The property is currently zoned
RG-1 (General Residence Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone) and the proposed
zoning is RG-2 (General Residence Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone).
Prior to amending the zoning ordinances and zoning map of the City of Dover, a public hearing is
required.
Mr. Cole moved to refer the request to the Planning Commission on December 16, 2015 and
set a public hearing for January 11, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Hosfelt and unanimously carried.
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In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
Zoning Ordinance Amendment as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
< PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-23 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF
THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT
904, 910, 930, 950, 956, 970, 986, AND 992 WHATCOAT DRIVE
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-21 AMENDING CHAPTER 82 -
PLANNING AND APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES (PROPOSED NEW REVENUE
SOURCES)
Council President Slavin reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance are available at
the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Final
action by Council on the proposed ordinances will take place during the Council Meeting of
December 14, 2015.
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised that the proposed amendments would add new revenue
sources including fees for temporary certificates of occupancy for residential uses, temporary
certificate of occupancy for non-residential uses, zoning verification and administrative
interpretations, copies of utility bills, and credit checks. He stated that the estimated revenue from
these new revenue sources was $31,760.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
Ordinance Amendment as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
< PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-21 AMENDING CHAPTER 82 - PLANNING AND APPENDIX F -
FEES AND FINES (PROPOSED NEW REVENUE SOURCES)
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-22 AMENDING CHAPTER 110 -
UTILITIES, ARTICLE II - ELECTRIC SERVICE AND APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES
(REVIEW AND MAINTENANCE OF PLANNING AND CUSTOMER SERVICE FEES)
Council President Slavin reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance are available at
the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Final
action by Council on the proposed ordinances will take place during the Council Meeting of
December 14, 2015.
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised that the proposed amendments would increase existing fees
in the Planning and Inspections and Customer Service Department, including fees for planning
applications, public occupancy permits, certificates of occupancy, mechanical permits, plumbing
permits, rental permits, itinerant merchant business licenses, vacant building registrations, sign
permits, returned checks, as well as the service fee for after hours re-connection for utilities. He
stated that the estimated revenue from these proposed maintenance increases was $224,305.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
Ordinance Amendment as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
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< PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-22 AMENDING CHAPTER 110 - UTILITIES, ARTICLE II -
ELECTRIC SERVICE AND APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES (REVIEW AND MAINTENANCE OF
PLANNING AND CUSTOMER SERVICE FEES)
COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Sudler noted that he had participated in serving Thanksgiving dinner to the homeless at Trinity
Church, where Pastor Smith is the pastor, and thanked the Central Delaware National Association
for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP), City of Dover Police Department, Dover Human
Relations Commissions, 17th District Senator Brian Bushweller and all other participants.
Mr. Sudler wished a special happy birthday to his aunt, Reverend Rita Mishoe Paige.
Mr. Slavin, on behalf of Council, wished Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and
Community Development, a happy birthday.
Mr. Slavin extended a warm Thanksgiving wish to all the residents and citizens of Dover. He asked
everyone to please keep in mind a warm thought for those people who would be serving us in
uniform on Thanksgiving, noting that, as we gather with our families, they will be out protecting us.
Mr. Slavin announced that the Capital Holiday Celebration was scheduled for Thursday,
December 3, 2015 and members of Council would gather at 5:00 p.m., in front of City Hall, to sing
Christmas carols.
Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Cole and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:11 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular
Meeting of November 23, 2015, are hereby approved.
ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN
MAYOR
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Exhibits
Exhibit #1 - Downtown Business Support for Youth Advisory Committee New Year’s Eve Event
Exhibit #2 - Petition Supporting Youth Advisory Committee New Year’s Eve Event
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EXHIBIT #1
Regular Council Meeting of 11/23/2015
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Please help the committee with this simple petition. Share this with your friends. We need to rebuild
our sense of community and engage our youth. One way to do that is through the arts .. While I am not
an organizer of this petition, I do support it. They are so close to their goal. If you support having
family friendly events to unite this community, sign this petition. I ask my friends in the Dover area to
sign this petition as a favor to me.
If you want to support youth who are making a positive impact on this community wen na a ing.
adults gave up, support this petition.
If you believe that Dover has local talent that should be showcased and that the arts are important, sign
this petition.
If you believe that months of work by the youth should be allowed to culminate in a real community
event that will connect families and young people with local artists throughout the year, sign this
petition.
If you believe that we should recover from a year of crime, disunity, and fear with unity, culture, and
joy, sign this petition.
If you just want to have fun with friends and family, sign this petition.
Thanks in advance Please share this today. The vote is 7:30pm on the 23rd ofNovember.
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We support the Dover Youth Advisory Hosting
New Years 2015/2016
Petition by Theresa Morris
To be delivered to Dover City Counsel, City council
Please sign to show your support for the rhe Dover Youth to Host New Years, and to ask the local
Government to support the Youth Advisory in Hosting this event.
There are currently 78 signatures. NEW goal- We need 100 signatures!
Petition Background
We need supporters to contact the City Council including City Councilman Brian E. Lewis and Jim
Hosfelt on the committee. They are listening right now carefully. They are terrific but the committee
needs to hear what the public wants. You can message them your support or leave a message for all of
Council at 736-7006. Say you support the Youth New Year's plan in the Dover Post.
The time has come for us to reunite as a community. This is one strategy put forth by the Youth
Advisory Council. It is not just a big party, but a way of engaging people with positive local groups that
will expose people to drug and alcohol free activities all year long. We need to change the paradigm of
young people and show them that family friendly events beat loser events which risk one getting into
trouble.
By relying on local people and activities, we not only keep costs low but provide a positive peer
network that will engage people all year long. What a way to start the year, families being together,
friends together in a positive way that will bring business downtown.
We cannot rebuild our sense of community by accident. It takes a comprehensive strategy. The youth
are an important part of it.
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EXHIBIT #2
Regular Council Meeting of 11/23/2015
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PETITION TO AMEND ZONING ORDINANCE TEXT
Report to the
Dover City Council
December 14, 2015
Proposed Change: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 –District Regulations,
Section 18 – Recreational and Commercial Zone (RC), to add
provisions to allow for and apply standards to large special events
and temporary camping.
Summary of Amendment:
The proposed amendment would add provisions to the Recreational and Commercial Zone
regarding temporary outdoor events and temporary camping associated with events. It would
include measures to make sure that these events are done in a well-planned manner. It would also
remove Chapter 14 of the Dover Code of Ordinances (which is not under the purview of the
Planning Commission).
In addition the amendment would clean up some of the existing language in the section and
include auto, horse and motorcycle racetracks as a permitted use instead of a conditional use.
During the DAC review process, we have received several recommendations for amendments to
the proposed ordinance. A summary of these proposed amendments is below:
Amendment Line #s Amendment Proposed by Planning
Number Commission
Recommendation
SA#1 72 Add “(h) Casinos.” And Dover Yes 8-0
reletter the subsequent International
items accordingly Speedway
SA#2 86-91 On line 90, following the Department of Yes 8-0
word “buildings.” Add the Public Works
following language,
“Plans also must include
water supply, wastewater
disposal, sanitation plan,
erosion and sediment
controls, and maintenance
of traffic as it relates to
any City streets.”
Following the Planning
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Commission action, staff
met with Dover
International Speedway
and would recommend
the following language
instead: “The permit
application must
address water supply,
wastewater disposal,
sanitation, erosion and
sediment controls, and
maintenance of traffic as
it relates to any City
streets.”
SA#3 109 Add the words “but not Planning Office Yes 8-0
limited to” after
“including.”
SA#4 112-113 Remove the words Planning Office Yes 8-0
“within all zones”
SA#5 149 Replace the word Fire Marshal’s No 8-0
“exclude” with “include. Office
SA#6 165 Add the words “but not Planning Office Yes 8-0
limited to” after
“including.”
Planning Commission
Recommendation: Following a public hearing on November 16, 2015, where one
member of the public spoke regarding the application, the Planning
Commission unanimously recommended in favor of adoption of
the ordinance inclusive of Staff Amendments #1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 (as
listed in the table above). The Planning Commission did not
recommend inclusion of Staff Amendment #5. The Planning
Commission did not discuss or make recommendations regarding
the proposed fees in the ordinance.
Following the Planning Commission meeting, staff met with
representatives from Dover International Speedway. Based on that
meeting, staff recommends rewording of SA#2 to the language
stated in green in the chart above.
Ordinance Number: 2015-17
File Number: MI-15-04
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CITY OF DOVER PLANNING COMMISSION
November 16, 2015
Excerpt from Meeting Minutes
MI-15-04 Text Amendment: RC Zone and Temporary Outdoor Activities – Public
Hearing and Review for Recommendation to City Council on Text Amendment to
Zoning Ordinance, Article 2 – District Regulations, Section 18 – Recreational and
Commercial Zone (RC). The proposed Ordinance revisions would establish the
permitted uses in the RC zone including Temporary Outdoor Activities and Temporary
Camping Areas and set minimum requirements for such activities and areas. The
proposed Ordinance also outlines the uses in the RC zone subject to Conditional Use
approval by the Planning Commission. The proposed Ordinance also deletes Dover
Code of Ordinances, Chapter 14 – Amusements and Entertainments which addresses
Outdoor Music Festivals. Ordinance #2015-17.
Representatives: None
Mrs. Townshend stated that this is an amendment to the Dover Code of Ordinances;
most importantly, the Zoning Ordinance. There are other portions that amend other
aspects of the Code but those are not under the purview of the Planning Commission.
The first thing that this does is eliminates Chapter 14 - Amusements and Entertainments
of the Dover Code; that is the portion that is outside of the Zoning Ordinance. That is an
older section of Code that was used for outdoor music festivals. The most significant
portions of this draft ordinance are the changes to the RC (Recreational and
Commercial Zone). Most significantly is the addition of the temporary outdoor activity
and temporary camping areas which are covered on lines 80 through lines 167 of the
Ordinance. There are a few other cleanup things that they did while they were updating
the Ordinance. One change was removing “baseball, football or boxing stadiums or
arenas” and just putting “sports stadiums/arenas.” They added “auto, horse and
motorcycle race tracks” and “indoor and outdoor recreation and amusement
establishments” as permitted uses. Under conditional uses, they took out “auto, horse
and motorcycle race tracks” because that would be added to the permitted uses. They
also cleaned up the language and the wording on the accessory uses.
There are fees that are listed as well. Those are actually in Appendix F; they are not
actually in the Zoning Ordinance. The Planning Commission is certainly welcome to
weigh in on the fees but it’s more the substance of the Ordinance that the
recommendation to City Council would include.
She went through the DAC comments so she has amendments listed on the Staff
Report that would address those issued brought up in the DAC comments. The first
amendment is actually something that was brought to her attention by Mr. Jerry
Dunning of Dover International Speedway. It’s that the Ordinance does not have
casinos listed and that’s supposed to be added to the draft and was overlooked in her
drafting. So one amendment would be to add “casinos” and re-letter things accordingly.
Lines 86 through lines 91 where it says “a plan is required” based on the Public Works
comments they would add “plans must also include water supply, wastewater disposal,
sanitation, erosion and sediment controls and maintenance of traffic as it relates to City
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streets.” So that’s what Public Works would be looking for on a plan submission. On line
109 where it talks about prohibited discharges, it says “no activity associated with a
temporary outdoor activity shall be permitted to discharge any substance including
wash-water”; it would be “including but not limited to”. On lines 112 and 113 regarding
the temporary camping areas it says that they would be permitted within all zones, that
is a holdover from when they pulled the language from Article 6 and since this is specific
to the RC (Recreation and Commercial Zone) they wouldn’t want to put something
would be applicable to all zones. On line 149 under camping, a comment from the Fire
Marshal’s Office, for recreational vehicles the requirement of ten (10) feet between
recreational vehicles, the Fire Marshal has asked for the language to say that the ten
(10) feet between the vehicles shall include any bump-out so if there are bump-outs
they are not coming right up against another vehicle. An amendment on line 165 where
the language would change to “including but not limited to” as it relates to types of
discharges.
Mr. Holden questioned the language of “including” or “excluding” the bump-outs on
recreational vehicles? He sees from a procedural aspect somebody holding an event
could say “if I’ve got fifteen (15) foot trailers coming in I need twenty-five (25) foot wide
spots.” The challenge for somebody holding the event is how big the bump-outs on
each vehicle are and how to address that? He doesn’t know if Staff has had any of
those discussions; he understands from a Fire Marshal’s standpoint he wants to make
sure he’s got access. Have there been any discussions relative to if it’s going to be
easily and cleanly applied or are they creating a problem and do they need more
discussion on that? Responding to Mr. Holden, Mrs. Townshend stated that she does
not have the answer to that; Mr. Dunning from the Speedway is here. Can we wait until
the public hearing to see if that question gets answered?
Mr. Holden stated absolutely, Mr. Dunning may have some comments. In the end, he
understands the intent behind the language change but he doesn’t want to create a
problem. Responding to Mr. Holden, Mrs. Townshend stated that she understands his
point, that it takes away the predictability of how wide the camping spaces need to be.
Mr. Holden stated that he wondered if the event holders know that information. Is it
standard that you know you can get a spot that with bump-outs you will have a certain
width. He doesn’t want to create an issue that may be resolvable through some added
discussion on that point.
Mr. Cregar questioned if the minimum of thirty (30) days would be enough time?
Responding to Mr. Cregar, Mrs. Townshend stated that it’s currently sixty (60) days in
the Code for camping and they are finding that nobody turns them in sixty (60) days
ahead of time. If we know that there’s a big event coming, they know that they are going
to get the applications so it’s been able to work. It doesn’t make much sense to keep it
at sixty (60) days when nobody is meeting that anyway.
Mrs. Townshend stated that ultimately these are the changes to the RC (Recreational
and Commercial Zone). Staff will look to bring forward in either Article 5 Supplementary
Regulations and/or Article 6 Parking, something that would kind of mirror this for other
zones. When we have large events, there is pretty much camping everywhere. Right
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now, there is the provision for recreational vehicle parking that is specifically related to
motorsports events but it specifically says motorsports and recreational vehicles. What
we find is that with a lot of these events, the tent camping, especially with music
festivals, is becoming more popular. Staff will need to go back and change that portion
of the Code as well and then there would be some provisions also for temporary
outdoor events that wouldn’t be quite as expansive as they are being presented in the
RC (Recreational and Commercial Zone). But there are special events like carnivals
held at the Dover Mall and things like that that they want to make sure they have a way
to address in the Zoning Ordinance. This was the higher priority because Staff is
working with the Speedway to annex the unincorporated areas.
Mr. Tolbert opened a public hearing.
Mr. Jerry Dunning – Dover International Speedway 1131 North DuPont Highway
Dover, DE 19901
Mr. Dunning stated that he would do his best to attempt to answer the questions;
however, he didn’t realize or wasn’t informed that there was a DAC meeting held on this
subject because he would have been there if he knew. He just received these
comments tonight but there isn’t any great concern with any of them.
Mr. Holden stated that he was curious on his thoughts on the Fire Marshal’s
recommended language change that would include bump-outs and require ten (10) feet
of separation between the bump-out and the adjacent vehicle. Responding to Mr.
Holden, Mr. Dunning stated that it would be difficult. Not necessarily will it affect the
Speedway any differently than any other business or property owner who is trying to
park RVs. He doesn’t know standards that other property owners are being held to but
he knows that the Speedway’s parking spaces for RVs are twenty-five (25) feet wide as
it exists. He has noticed over time it’s getting better but there are not as many campers
around for race weekends as there used to be so it’s probably not as big of a problem.
There used to be a lot of places with parking much closer than that and he guesses that
they were the first ones to do that out of their own desire for safety. They have their own
fire safety security employees and it just became important to them so that’s how the
standard got developed, that they were protecting the people staying in the camp
grounds. If an RV only had one bump-out and they are typically 30-36 inches, it would
not be a problem but in today’s world RVs have bump-outs on both sides in many cases
so now 6-7 feet has been added to the unit. There’s a possibility to get them to still be
ten (10) feet apart but it could present difficulties because people inadvertently park
where they need to; they will park on the line then the bump-out goes out and is in
someone else’s space or vice versa. If it goes both ways, it’s probably problematic. He
doesn’t recall any conversations that took place between the City’s Fire Marshal and the
Speedway’s fire guys so he is puzzled by the language at this point and what the Fire
Marshal’s justification was for his recommendation.
Colonel Welsh questioned if this recommendation is set in stone? Responding to
Colonel Welsh, Mrs. Townshend stated that it’s a recommendation that’s not in the
Ordinance so it would need to be a separate action from the Commission to recommend
it.
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Colonel Welsh stated that it’s an excellent point but he thinks it is virtually impossible for
the City to enforce. He doesn’t see how we could expect Dover Downs or any other
agency to enforce that. When you accept a reservation, how do you know what the
bump-out is and how do you know the size of the bump-out on the camper parked next
to you is?
Mr. Holden stated that he thinks it’s important to have a policy and an Ordinance that
works and that’s also protective to the public so he wonders if there is further discussion
that might be had on this. If there’s a standard width then maybe the Fire Marshal
working with some of the entities that do these types of events could come up with a
path that alleviates how you police it. We don’t want to create an Ordinance that is
setting a booby trap.
Colonel Welsh stated that you can’t have someone out there with a tape measure.
Something that’s less specific and a little more general in nature like that the room
between the campers including bump-outs would be such that it would still provide safe
passage. Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mr. Dunning stated that the Ordinance does go
on to say “an exception to this shall be subject to review by the Fire Marshal upon
determination that the safety objectives of this subsection are achieved.” So that gives
the Fire Marshal lee way to approve or not he guesses.
Mrs. Townshend stated that one other option would be to just take out the sentence
regarding bump-outs so that it’s silent on bump-outs; she doesn’t know if that helps or
hurts. Or the Ordinance could be left as it is.
Mr. Holden stated that if it’s at a plan level that we are approving, we have no idea
where the campers are going to be parked and where the bump-outs are going to be.
He thinks we should try to address this concern in a different fashion versus instituting
the language as it was recommended to be included.
Mrs. Townshend stated that as it relates, there are six (6) proposed amendments. We
can go through the amendments one by one and have the Planning Commission make
a recommendation on each one and that can be reported with the Planning Commission
action to City Council. She thinks there is valid discussion here.
Mr. Dunning questioned if they would do that independent of this meeting or if the
Commission would do that tonight to keep things moving along? Responding to Mr.
Dunning, Mrs. Townshend stated that they would do it tonight. They do have a little bit
of time so she would say after tonight, they can re-group later this week after talking to
Mr. Mullaney and Mr. Klima. If it ends up not being an issue or they decide that a
discussion needs to be had before it goes to Council, then they can do that.
Mr. Dunning stated that he is open to however Mrs. Townshend wants to handle it. He
is does quick math, if a bump-out is a maximum of three (3) feet that would make the
unit fourteen (14) feet. You would actually have room theoretically. You would have
room to always have ten (10) feet. It’s based on the placement of the unit in the space.
That could be somewhat subjective to people who are parking.
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Colonel Welsh stated that there should be at least five (5) feet on each side of the
camper and the neighboring camper should have at least five (5) feet on each side as
well which would create ten (10) feet of space between each camper. He thinks that
they need to think in terms of generalities and not specific feet. He thinks “to ensure
safe passage” would probably be good verbiage. He doesn’t think they need to tie
Dover Downs or anybody else’s hands to be the enforcement agency that ensures
when somebody either makes a reservation or shows up at the track. He thinks that a
lot of times it’s first come first serve. Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mr. Dunning stated
that some lots are first come first serve and other lots are reserved in advance so it’s a
mixed use.
Colonel Welsh questioned if there has been an issue in the past that has occurred?
Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mr. Dunning stated no, not that he is aware of.
Mr. Tolbert questioned if in the past, Dover Downs marked all spaces prior to the event?
Responding to Mr. Tolbert, Mr. Dunning stated yes, they always mark the spaces.
Mr. Tolbert further questioned if they continue to do that? Responding to Mr. Tolbert,
Mr. Dunning stated yes, it’s twenty-five (25) feet for RVs. They pretty much keep the
same standard in motorsports; everybody gets twenty-five (25) feet width with forty-five
(45) feet of depth.
Colonel Welsh stated that he can’t imagine that twenty-five (25) feet isn’t going to
provide a safe distance between vehicles whether it’s nine (9) feet or eleven (11) feet
between each camper; it’s going to be there.
Mr. Dunning stated that another thing that does happen, but it’s rare, is that you get
combinations of people with bump-outs side by side. Most of the time you have
somebody with bump-outs and then the next guy may be a pop-up camper. It’s just the
way it is. Sometimes there are bump-outs on units side by side but it’s probably more
rare than not. Could that change in a higher valued lot? Yes, but currently the
Speedway doesn’t have any lots like that.
Mr. Holden stated that it sounds like the Commission could recommend that that the
third amendment not be included pending the Fire Marshal working with entities to come
up with plan. It seems like with the Fire Marshal, if there is a concern or has been issues
can work on how the plan is laid out and if twenty-five (25) foot width is appropriate
versus trying to control positioning or parking of each unit.
Mrs. Townshend stated like Mr. Dunning stated, she thinks the issue where you have
things kind of jammed in a little too close are in other locations, not on the Speedway
property.
Mr. Holden stated that personally he doesn’t feel that the amendment is appropriate for
what they have talked about so maybe the Fire Marshal can work to help develop a
width standard as Dover Downs has done. Maybe a twenty-five (25) foot by forty-five
(45) foot width for RV and trailers that have bump-outs and that’s appropriate to allow
for the variability in how people park. To him, it reads as a booby trap for someone who
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shows up and starts to measure the distances between campers and finds a couple that
are nine (9) feet bump-out to bump-out.
Mrs. Townshend stated if it were modified to say recreational vehicle camping spaces
shall be a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet in width, will that work? Responding to Mrs.
Townshend, Mr. Dunning stated that was fine, that’s where they are now.
Mrs. Townshend stated that could be added to Line 144 before you get to the ten (10)
feet issue.
Colonel Welsh questioned if anybody knows what the purpose of the ten (10) foot
separation was? Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mrs. Townshend stated that the issue is
that there have been a handful of occasions where there’s been a fire, typically propane
related, and the ten (10) feet provides spacing so that the fire doesn’t travel from one
unit to another.
Colonel Welsh further questioned if it’s an egress access or any kind of emergency
vehicle access issue? Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mr. Dunning stated that it was
done about 10-12 years ago and the intent was to separate the flammable units. If a fire
got started by some means, whether somebody had a propane leak and a fire started, it
helped to control the fire by them not being so close together or igniting other units
close by. They were part of that; they agreed to the process of widening the spaces to
twenty-five (25) feet. Their spaces prior to that were twenty (20) feet wide. The
requirement was kind of uniform throughout the City at that point.
Colonel Welsh stated that makes sense but to include the bump-outs, you are not going
to put your grill outside of the furthest bump-out that you have; you are going to have it
up by the door. Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mrs. Townshend stated that from a
practical standpoint, the way that campers are set-up, you’ve got the camper and on
one side of the camper you’ve got your social area so you’re likely to have that space.
At this point the Ordinance is just what you have in front of you. Any of these
amendments would be addressed through a motion so you could do a series of motions
to either recommend in favor of the amendment or recommend that Council does not
include a certain amendment.
Mr. Dunning stated that on lines 86-91 regarding the language pertaining to “Plans also
must include water supply, wastewater disposal, sanitation plan, erosion and sediment
controls, and maintenance of traffic as it relates to any City streets,” he doesn’t know
what the plan is for some parts of the RC (Recreational and Commercial Zone) even
having a water or sewer requirement on them. Where the Festival is right now, the
Festival organizers haven’t asked for anything like that because they are controlling
everything by portable means. Responding to Mr. Dunning, Mr. Lyon stated that
basically what Public Works is looking for is if there’s anything that’s going to be
connected or used from the City, any sort of water tap they want to be aware of it just so
they can understand what kind of use is needed and if they need to turn on more wells.
If it’s something that is brought in, for Firefly the water was brought in it wasn’t through
the City’s system, they could just say not applicable and the Public Works Department
would be fine with that.
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Mrs. Townshend questioned if they could in their event permit indicate that water will be
brought in, wastewater will be removed from the site, they will handle all sanitation and
that there is no land disturbance so there is no erosion and sediment control and there’s
no influence on City streets? Responding to Mrs. Townshend, Mr. Lyon stated yes, it’s a
resource issue; if it’s anything that has to do with the City’s resources then they need to
know ahead of time.
Mr. Dunning stated that he is not opposed to this language; he just wanted to
understand the context of why it was added in here. At some point, there may be a
desire of the Festival management team to put in a bathroom somewhere in which case
then there is going to be water and sewer. Responding to Mr. Dunning, Mrs.
Townshend stated that would be a Site Plan because they are going to look at that
separately.
Mr. Dunning stated that unfortunately it seems like it shouldn’t be too early for them but
it’s a little early for them to decide if they are going to put permanent stuff on the site. He
doesn’t know what their true plans are. They are supposed to see their latest Site Plan
next week or later this week and it will still be in flux. What they’ve got so far, he doesn’t
think there is anything that will require or have the desire for permanent water supply
but he doesn’t know for sure.
Mrs. Townshend stated that she thinks it’s cleaner if the Commission makes a motion
on each text amendment.
Colonel Welsh stated that he was curious on what was decided on lines 149.
Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mrs. Townshend stated that the way she sees it, the
Commission could simply not accept the amendment or they could accept the
amendment or one thing that could be done is in lieu of that amendment on line 144
“after parking recreational vehicles” you could insert “recreational vehicle camping
spaces shall be a minimum of twenty-five (25) feet in width.”
Colonel Welsh stated that he likes that suggestion.
Mr. Holden stated that he thinks it works well with the specific instance that we are
talking about in terms of RVs that come into Dover Downs events. He doesn’t know that
it works for all so he goes back to if there hasn’t been an issue created by this piece of
Code why do we change it before we know what we need to change it to or what
problem we are trying to resolve? Do pop-up trailers at a smaller event need twenty-five
(25) foot wide by forty-five (45) foot long spots? He is concerned to make that blanket
change; he would lean towards leaving it as is if this Code hasn’t caused a problem and
we get back to what problem they are trying to resolve.
Colonel Welsh stated that he would agree with that because if it’s not a problem he
doesn’t want to create a problem. Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mrs. Melson-Williams
stated that she believed during the DAC there was some concern that they were starting
to see a lot more bump-outs and the close proximity thereof. She doesn’t know that they
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cited a certain number but it was in looking at this Code versus before it was more of a
policy statement.
Mrs. Townshend stated that it’s in the Article 6; everything related to RVs comes right
out of that Article, the only change is the addition of tent camping.
Mr. Holden stated that maybe RVs with bump-outs need a specific citation. He is
concerned to make a change. Responding to Mr. Holden, Mrs. Townshend stated that
one thing that could be done would be to monitor it and if it needs to be changed in the
future then it gets changed in the future. The other question is they’ve got twenty-five
(25) foot wide spaces. If the issue isn’t on these sites is it on others? This could
certainly be monitored.
Colonel Welsh questioned if the Fire Marshals were are present during the course of the
weekend looking at the various spots ensuring that nothing is unsafe? Responding to
Colonel Welsh, Mr. Dunning stated yes, the City of Dover’s Fire Marshal and assistants
are out there all the time back and forth; they are always welcome. They work with the
Speedway’s guys on the safety side just to make sure that if anyone spots something
that they feel needs to be addressed then the Speedway will address it.
Colonel Welsh further questioned if the Speedway’s guys were there on a daily basis,
hour by hour to inspect and enforce? Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mr. Dunning stated
yes, to look at all those things.
Mrs. Townshend stated that quite honestly, once the vehicles are parked they are
parked. Unless you see somebody put up something that blocks; it’s impractical to
require somebody to move once everything’s parked. Responding to Mrs. Townshend,
Mr. Dunning stated that in some cases it’s really tough.
Mrs. Townshend stated that’s where the City ends up working with the Speedway.
That’s part of the reason that they’ve added the standards for tents because there had
been issues where tents weren’t placed safely.
Mr. Dunning stated that a pop-up is still to them represents a trailer that someone’s
living in so they get a twenty-five (25) foot space as well. Any wheeled unit that comes
in is going to get twenty-five (25) feet of space.
Mr. Tolbert closed the public hearing.
Mr. Holden questioned if it was best to address the text amendment as written and then
the staff amendments after? Responding to Mr. Holden, Mrs. Townshend stated that
typically it would be the opposite. It would be the amendments and then the Ordinance
with the amendments as recommended.
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for MI-15-04 specifically the
recommended amendment to Line 72 to add Item (h) Casinos and to re-letter
subsequent items accordingly, seconded by Colonel Welsh and the motion was
unanimously carried 8-0 with Mr. Ambruso absent.
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Report to City Council Page 11 of 11
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for MI-15-04 specifically the
recommended amendment to Lines 86-91 to add the following language “plans must
also include water supply, wastewater disposal, sanitation plan, erosion and sediment
controls and maintenance of traffic as it relates to any City streets,” seconded by Mr.
Holt and the motion was unanimously carried 8-0 with Mr. Ambruso absent.
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for MI-15-04 specifically the
recommended amendment to Line 109 to add the words “but not limited to” after
“including,” seconded by Colonel Welsh and the motion was unanimously carried 8-0
with Mr. Ambruso absent.
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for MI-15-04 specifically the
recommended amendment to Lines 112-113 to remove the words “within all zones,”
seconded by Colonel Welsh and the motion was unanimously carried 8-0 with Mr.
Ambruso absent.
Mr. Holden moved to recommend to City Council for MI-15-04 specifically the
recommended amendment to Line 149 to keep the language as written pending further
review by the Fire Marshal in coordination with local entities, seconded by Dr. Jones
and the motion was unanimously carried 8-0 with Mr. Ambruso absent.
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for MI-15-04 specifically the
recommended amendment to Line 165 to add the words “but not limited to” after
“including,” seconded by Ms. Still and the motion was unanimously carried 8-0 with Mr.
Ambruso absent.
Mrs. Townshend stated that they need a motion for the recommendation on Ordinance
#2015-17 with the amendments being addressed as previously specified.
Mr. Holden moved to recommend approval to City Council for MI-15-04 Text
Amendments to the RC (Recreational and Commercial Zone) in the Zoning Ordinance
Article 3 District Regulations Section 18 as previously discussed and including the
recommendations for the reviewed amendments, seconded by Ms. Still and the motion
was unanimously carried 8-0 with Mr. Ambruso absent.
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DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE F A
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APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY D S
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D.A.C. MEETING DATE: November 4th, 2015 V A
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APPLICATION: Text Amendment: RC Zone and Temporary Outdoor Activities
FILE #: MI-15-04 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal
CONTACT PERSON: Timothy P. Mullaney Jr., Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457
THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND
COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE
APPLICANT:
ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL:
Section 18-Recreational and commercial zone (RC)
l (7) Parking recreational vehicles. Recreational vehicles shall not be parked closer than ten feet to
other recreational vehicles, buildings, or other structures, as measured from the long side of the
vehicle; nor closer than two feet from other recreational vehicles, buildings, or other structures, as
measured from the front or rear of the vehicle. The required ten feet shall exclude any bump-outs or
other protrusions from the side of the vehicle. Any exceptions to this shall be subject to review by
the fire marshal upon determination that the safety objectives of this subsection are achieved.
Proposed verbiage: The required ten feet shall include any bump-outs or other protrusions from
the side of the vehicle.
APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO):
2012 NFPA Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association)
2009 IBC (International Building Code)
Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
2012 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations
City of Dover Code of Ordinances
*If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above
contact person listed.
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CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: OCTOBER 28, 2015
APPLICATION: TEXT AMENDMENT: RC ZONE AND TEMPORARY
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES
FILE #: MI-15-04
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric and Public Works Departments
CONTACT PERSON: Paul Waddell - Electric
Jason A. Lyon, P.E. – Public Works
CONTACT PHONE #: ELECTRIC - 302-736-7070 PUBLIC WORKS – 302-736-7025
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN
A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC / WATER / WASTEWATER / STORMWATER / SANITATION / STREETS / GROUNDS
1. Our office has no objections to the proposed text amendments
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC
1. None
WATER / WASTEWATER / STORMWATER / SANITATION / STREETS
1. In section 18.1.k.2, please add the water supply, wastewater disposal, sanitation plan, erosion and sediment controls
and maintenance of traffic (as it relates to City roads) to the requirements of the plan submission.
GROUNDS
1. None
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC / WATER / WASTEWATER / STORMWATER / SANITATION / STREETS / GROUNDS
1. None
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE
C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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CITY OF DOVER D
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APPLICATION: Text Amendment RC Zone and Temporary Outdoor Activities
FILE#: MI-15-04 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Waylon Sprowl PHONE#: 760-2262
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THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The Department has no further requirements for the above mentioned project.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
The Department has no recommendations for the proposed rezoning.
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the planning department as soon as possible.
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FINAL READING
CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-17 WITH STAFF AMENDMENTS (SA) #1 - #6
(Staff Amendments are Indicated in Yellow Highlight)
1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL
2 MET:
3 That Chapter 14 - Amusements and Entertainments of the Dover Code be deleted in its entirety, as follows:
4 CHAPTER 14 - AMUSEMENTS AND ENTERTAINMENTS
5 ARTICLE I. - IN GENERAL
6 Secs. 14-1-14-30. - Reserved.
7 ARTICLE II. - OUTDOOR MUSIC FESTIVALS
8 Sec. 14-31. - Definitions.
9 The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed
10 to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
11 Outdoor music festival means any group or person participating in musical entertainment in open
12 spaces and not enclosed within a fully enclosed and constructed building.
13 Promotor means the organizer, operator, producer or the person staging an outdoor music festival
14 and the owner, tenant and lessee of the land upon which an outdoor music festival is performed.
15 Spectators means a gathering of 1,000 or more persons who pay a consideration for the purpose of
16 seeing or hearing an outdoor music festival.
17 (Code 1968, § 6-10; Ord. of 3-24-1980; Code 1981, § 11.5-16)
18 Sec. 14-32. - Permits.
19 (a) Required. No promotor shall hold or conduct any outdoor music festival where spectators will
20 be present without first obtaining permits from the licensing division of the department of
21 planning and inspections of the city or its successor, and the city police department.
22 (b) Bond; sanitation, health. The licensing division of the department of planning and inspections
23 shall not issue a permit until the following provisions are met:
24 (1) The promoters post a cash bond in an amount to be determined by the city council, not to
25 exceed $50,000.00; and
26 (2) The promoters establish adequate sanitation and health facilities that are in accordance
27 with the rules and regulations governing outdoor music festivals adopted by the city health
28 department.
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29 (c) Issuance. The police department or the chief of police shall not issue a permit until the
30 promotor furnishes evidence that he has provided:
31 (1) Adequate security for the safety of the spectators and their property; and
32 (2) Adequate arrangements for the orderly flow of traffic to, at and from the outdoor music
33 festival.
34 (d) Use of bond money. The licensing division of the department of planning and inspections shall
35 retain the bond required in subsection (b)(1) of this section for a period of 30 days after the
36 outdoor music festival has terminated. Within 72 hours after the termination of an outdoor
37 music festival, in the event the promoters fail to remove all trash, debris or residue and repair
38 any damage to personal property, real property, crops or livestock belonging to another
39 person, then, in that event, the licensing division of the department of planning and inspections
40 may use as much of the bond money as is needed to remove the trash, debris or residue and
41 repair the damage to personal property, real property, crops, or livestock. Any monies
42 unexpended from the bond shall be returned by the licensing division of the department of
43 planning and inspections to the promotor 30 days after termination of the outdoor music
44 festival or at such time as the department has been able to pay for the damages and repairs
45 incurred.
46 (Code 1968, § 6-12; Ord. of 3-24-1980; Code 1981, § 11.5-17)
47 Sec. 14-33. - License.
48 No promotor shall obtain a license pursuant to chapter 26 until he has first obtained a permit as
49 required by this article, but said promotor shall be required to obtain a license pursuant to article II
50 of chapter 26 once said permit as required by this article has been secured.
51 (Code 1968, § 6-13; Ord. of 3-24-1980; Code 1981, § 11.5-18)
52 Sec. 14-34. - Violations; penalties.
53 Any person who organizes, operates, produces or stages, or permits to be organized, operated,
54 produced or staged, an outdoor music festival on land which he owns or leases without having first
55 obtained the required permits and license shall be punished as provided in section 1-17.
56 (Code 1968, § 6-14; Ord. of 3-24-1980; Code 1981, § 11.5-19)
57 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
58 That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 18 - Recreational and Commercial Zone
59 (RC) of the Dover Code be amended by deleting the text indicated in red strikeout and inserting the text
60 indicated in bold, blue text, as follows:
61 Section 18. - Recreational and commercial zone (RC).
62 18.1 Uses permitted. No building or premises shall be used and no building shall be erected which
63 is arranged, intended or designed to be used, in whole or in part, for any purpose except the
64 following:
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65 18.11 (a) Public and private parks and playgrounds.
66 18.12 (b) Athletic fields.
67 18.13 (c) Baseball, football or boxing Sports stadiums and arenas.
68 18.14 (d) Public and private swimming pools and clubs.
69 18.15 (e) Miniature golf courses and pitch and putt golf courses.
70 18.16 (f) Golf or baseball driving ranges.
71 18.17 (g) Golf courses and country clubs.
72 18.18 Commercial and recreational establishments, including dancehalls, skating
73 rinks, bowling alleys and other similar indoor recreational uses, but excluding penny
74 arcades and shooting galleries.
75 18.19 Circuses, carnivals and fairs, provided that no part of the activity area of such
76 use shall be within 500 feet of a residential zone.
77 18.110 [18.20]
78 (h) Casinos
79 (i) Hotels, motels and restaurants.
80 (j) Auto, horse and motorcycle racetracks.
81 (k) Indoor and/or outdoor recreation and amusement establishments.
82 (l) A temporary outdoor activity, such as a fair, circus, carnival, bazaar, music
83 festival, or other outdoor event, subject to the following requirements:
84 (1) Permit required. A temporary outdoor activity permit shall be required.
85 Such permit may be issued for a calendar year, provided that any
86 changes to the permit are reviewed and approved by the department of
87 planning and inspections.
88 (2) Plan required. The owner shall submit a plan to the department of
89 planning and inspections showing the layout for the temporary activity
90 a minimum of 30 days prior to the event, including the location of all
91 existing structures and any proposed temporary structures, including
92 but not limited to stages, tents, trailers, and temporary buildings. The
93 permit application must address water supply, wastewater disposal,
94 sanitation, erosion and sediment controls, and maintenance of traffic as
95 it relates to any City streets. The permit shall include any other
96 pertinent information deemed appropriate by the department director
97 for this permit.
98 (3) Fees. A fee for the temporary activity permit shall be in accordance with
99 Appendix F - Fees and Fines.
100 (4) Parking. The application for the temporary activity permit shall include
101 a plan delineating the proposed parking area(s), number of parking
102 spaces, ingress and egress to the parking area, and any other pertinent
103 information deemed appropriate for the permit.
104 (5) Noise. The use of loud speakers and other amplification systems
105 outdoors shall be prohibited between 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. on
106 Monday through Friday and between 2:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. on
107 Saturday and Sunday.
108 (6) Documentation of approval. The director of planning and inspections
109 may require documentation of approval for outside agencies having
110 jurisdiction over such activity including but not limited to the Delaware
111 division of public health, department of transportation, and the Dover
112 police department.
113 (7) Discharge of substances. No activity associated with a temporary
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114 outdoor activity shall be permitted to discharge any substance, including
115 but not limited to wash water, to any storm drain, storm water
116 management area, drainage ditch, or other water conveyance system.
117 (m) Temporary Camping Areas. Temporary camping areas shall be permitted within
118 all zones subject to the following requirements:
119 (1) Permit required. Property owners wishing to provide more than five
120 camping sites shall apply for a permit from the planning and inspections
121 department. Such permit shall be valid for the calendar year in which
122 it is issued. Any changes to the permit shall be approved by the
123 department of planning and inspections.
124 (2) Fees. Fees for the permit and/or amendments to the permit will be
125 charged in accordance with Appendix F - Fees and Fines.
126 (3) Diagram required. Prior to issuance of a permit, the property owner or
127 his/her agent must submit a legible diagram of the camping area to the
128 department of planning and inspections. The diagram shall include:
129 i. Identification of camping areas and indicate whether each area
130 will be utilized for tent camping or recreational vehicle camping.
131 ii. Emergency access, drive aisles, entrance(s) and exit(s).
132 iii. Number of proposed recreational vehicles or tents to be
133 permitted in each camping area.
134 iv. Location of power lines.
135 v. Location of restroom facilities.
136 vi. The period of time for which the permit is requested.
137 (4) Distance from power lines. No camping sites shall be permitted within 25
138 feet of power lines as measured from the center of the utility pole.
139 Vertical extensions from camping sites shall not be closer than 25 feet to
140 power lines as measured from any point on the vertical extension.
141 (5) Tent placement in relation to vehicles. Tent camping sites shall be laid
142 out to avoid the location of tail pipes, generators, and other carbon
143 monoxide sources near tent placement. The Fire Marshal or other city
144 code official shall have the authority to require that vehicles and/or tents
145 be relocated to avoid the danger of carbon monoxide entering tents.
146 (6) Restrooms and shower facilities required. Tent camping areas shall be
147 required to include temporary or permanent restrooms and shower
148 facilities.
149 (7) Parking recreational vehicles. Recreational vehicles shall not be parked
150 closer than ten feet to other recreational vehicles, buildings, or other
151 structures, as measured from the long side of the vehicle; nor closer than
152 two feet from other recreational vehicles, buildings, or other structures,
153 as measured from the front or rear of the vehicle. The required ten feet
154 shall exclude include any bump-outs or other protrusions from the side
155 of the vehicle. Any exceptions to this shall be subject to review by the
156 fire marshal upon the determination that the safety objectives of this
157 subsection are achieved.
158 (8) Drive aisles. Camping areas shall have drive aisles constructed of
159 drivable surfaces engineered to hold the weight of recreational vehicles,
160 fire equipment, and other emergency response equipment in all types of
161 weather. Crushed stone or gravel surfaces shall be permitted for such
162 drive aisles.
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163 (9) Residential buffering. Any camping area abutting a residential use shall
164 be buffered by a landscape buffer of evergreen trees of a minimum
165 height of six feet tall and an opaque fence of six feet tall.
166 (10) Change approval. Any changes to the approved layout of temporary
167 camping areas shall be approved by the department of planning and
168 inspections.
169 (11) Discharge of substances. No activity associated with any camping area
170 shall be permitted to discharge any substance, including but not limited
171 to wash water, to any storm drain, storm water management area,
172 drainage ditch, or other water conveyance system.
173 18.111 [18.21] In addition, the following may be permitted as conditional uses
174 under article 10, section 1 of this ordinance:
175 18.2 Conditional uses. The following uses are permitted, conditional upon the approval of the
176 planning commission in accordance with the procedures and subject to the general
177 conditions set forth in article 10, section 1:
178 (a) Outdoor and drive-in theaters, provided that adequate screening is installed to shield
179 all adjacent properties and public streets and alleys from the glare of lights from the
180 parking areas.
181 (b) Auto, horse and motorcycle racetracks.
182 (c b) Airports and facilities incident to aviation.
183 (d c) Livery stables and riding academies, provided that the corrals shall be at least 200
184 feet from any dwelling, school, church, eating place and intermittent or running,
185 natural or artificial watercourses.
186 18.112 [18.22] Accessory uses [as follows]:
187 18.3 Accessory uses. The following uses shall be permitted accessory to other permitted uses
188 on a lot.
189 (a) Accessory uses customarily incident to the principal permitted use and any other
190 necessary to the operation of the principal permitted use located on the same
191 premises therewith shall also be a permitted use.
192 (b) Accessory uses customarily incident to the principal conditional use located on
193 the same premises therewith shall be a conditional use.
194 18.2 [Signs.] Signs shall meet the regulations found in article 5, section 4, supplementary sign
195 regulations.
196 18.3 18.4 Performance standards. All uses are subject to performance standards as set forth
197 in article 5, section 8.1.
198 18.4 18.5 Site development plan approval. Site development plan approval in accordance with
199 article 10, section 2 hereof shall be required prior to the issuance of building permits
200 for the erection or enlargement of all permanent structures and prior to the issuance
201 of certificates of occupancy for any change of use.
202 (Ord. of 7-10-2000; Ord. of 2-12-2001)
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203 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
204 That Appendix F - Fees and Fines of the Dover Code be amended by inserting the text indicated in bold,
205 blue text, as follows:
206 Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations
207 Sec. 18 Recreational and commercial zone (RC)
Subsec. 18.1 Uses permitted
(k)(3) Temporary Activity Fee
Less than 5 acres $50.00
5-25 acres $100.00
26-100 acres $250.00
100+ acres $500.00
(l)(2) Temporary Camping Permit Fee
Less than 5 acres $50.00
5-25 acres $100.00
26-100 acres $250.00
100+ acres $500.00
208 ADOPTED: *
209 S:\ORDINANCES\2015\DRAFT\ORDINANCE #2015-17 CH 14-AMUSEMENTS, APNDX B-ART III, SEC 18, AND APNDX F\Proposed Ordinance #2015-17 Amending CH 14-AMUSEMENTS, APNDX
210 B-ART III, SEC 18, AND APNDX F-FINAL RDG.wpd
211 SYNOPSIS
212 The proposed ordinance would remove Chapter 14 of the Dover Code - Amusements and
213 Entertainment, which addresses Outdoor Music Festivals. The proposed ordinance would
214 also amend the RC (Recreation and Commercial) Zone to allow temporary special events and
215 temporary camping areas within the zone and set minimum requirements for these events and
216 camping areas.
217 (SPONSORS: HARE, HUTCHISON, AND TOWNSHEND)
218 Actions History
219 12/14/2015 - Scheduled for Public Hearing/Final Reading at City Council meeting
220 10/26/2015 - First Reading at City Council meeting
221 10/12/2015 - Introduced at the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting
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Monthly Report
October 2015
Office of City Assessor
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Assessor’s Report
Number of Deeds Stamped for Transfer Tax Dollar Amount for
the Month of Oct. 2014/2015 the Month of Oct. 2014/2015
40 35 31 $1,000
Thousands
30 23 22 $504
18 15
20 $500 $4
$37 $19
10 3 0 2 4 2014 $39 $28 $0 $25
2014
0 $0
2015 2015
Oct. 2014/2015 Realty
First Time Buyer for the Month
PropertySales in Dollars
of Oct. 2014/2015
Received Prior to Recording
23 22
25 18 $34
15 $40
20
Millions
Res. Non‐First $30
$20 $4
15 Time Buyers $2$3 $2 $0 $0 $2
2014 $10
10 Res. First Time $0
Buyers 2015
5
0
2014 2015
Major Updates
August ‐ 15 September ‐ 15 October‐ 15
Assessment Change $2,774,500 $84,800 ‐ $2,478,060
Residential Sales Ratio Report
Sales in Study Total Assessed Total Sale Price Ratio PRD
Value
22 $3,454,400 $3,799,025 0.90 1.01
1
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Assessor’s Report
Ratio – Assessed Value divided by Sale Price.
PRD – Mean – A PRD above 1.03 tends to indicate assessment regressivity – high valued properties are under
appraised relative to low valued properties. A PRD below .98 tends to indicate assessment progressivity – high
valued properties are relatively over appraised.
Points of Interest
Scanning & Filing
‐ All new deeds are being scanned and attached to the CAMA software for easy retrieval.
‐ All appeal documents and correspondence are being scanned and attached to the CAMA software for
easy retrieval.
‐ All old property record cards are being scanned and indexed into Fortis.
Assessor’s Office
Supplemental Billing:
‐ Supplemental bills were mailed out totaling $11,034.37.
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NOV 18, 2015 CITY OF DOVER PAGE: 1
12:07 PM SALES RATIO REPORT CA324
PARID NBHD LUC ADDRESS UNITS STYLE YRBLT STORIES SFLA GRADE CDU TOTAL APPR SALE DT PRICE ASR
ED05-057.17-02-05.00 18 R10 209 MILLCREEK DR 1 5 1994 2 1420 C+ AV 174,000 10-OCT-15 210,000 .83
ED05-067.15-04-03.03 10 R10 844 WOODCREST DR 1 8 1987 2 1406 C AV 152,500 26-OCT-15 139,900 1.09
ED05-067.19-03-16.00 17 R10 731 BICENTENNIAL BLVD 1 5 1987 2 2348 B AV 203,600 14-OCT-15 224,000 .91
ED05-068.09-01-16.00 8 R10 125 OVERLOOK PL 1 1 1925 2 3398 B+ AV 233,700 27-OCT-15 207,500 1.13
ED05-068.09-02-22.00 13 R10 9 BACON CT 1 5 1974 2 1983 C+ AV 149,600 06-OCT-15 137,000 1.09
ED05-068.10-02-60.00 13 R10 912 BUCK DR 1 14 1964 1 1056 C AV 117,500 25-OCT-15 174,900 .67
ED05-068.10-03-50.00 13 R10 938 CARVEL DR 1 16 1965 1 1680 C AV 126,000 23-OCT-15 124,000 1.02
ED05-068.14-01-44.00 13 R10 1129 GARFIELD DR 1 14 1964 1 1130 C AV 117,500 30-OCT-15 140,000 .84
ED05-068.14-02-62.00 13 R10 337 NIMITZ RD 1 16 1966 1 1530 C GD 161,700 15-OCT-15 167,900 .96
ED05-068.17-01-59.01 8 R10 73 WASHINGTON ST 1 5 2008 2 2452 B+ AV 229,300 01-OCT-15 271,000 .85
ED05-068.17-02-48.00 8 R10 222 N STATE ST 1 1 1900 2 2481 B+ GD 209,500 13-OCT-15 303,500 .69
ED05-068.17-02-57.00 8 R10 341 N STATE ST 1 5 1920 2 2720 A AV 236,300 16-OCT-15 221,125 1.07
ED05-068.18-02-62.00 7 R10 146 N HALSEY RD 1 14 1951 1 1058 C AV 129,200 02-OCT-15 107,000 1.21
ED05-076.03-01-43.00 14 R10 115 E SHELDRAKE CIR 1 13 2006 2 1855 C+ AV 137,300 06-OCT-15 155,000 .89
ED05-076.05-04-01.093 102 R50 74 PAR HAVEN DR 1 20 1978 1 1008 C- AV 43,300 22-OCT-15 62,000 .70
ED05-076.06-05-43.00 17 R10 515 GEORGE WASHINGTON DR 1 3 1986 1 1935 B- AV 174,800 21-OCT-15 202,500 .86
ED05-076.08-06-14.00 9 R10 32 S KIRKWOOD ST 1 2015 2 1440 C+ AV 136,900 15-OCT-15 149,800 .91
ED05-077.06-02-04.00 7 R10 726 E DIVISION ST 1 3 1951 1 1336 C AV 125,700 27-OCT-15 137,000 .92
ED05-077.11-03-34.00 6 R10 106 HOLMES ST 1 3 1992 1 1560 C AV 145,100 07-OCT-15 152,000 .95
ED05-077.16-01-02.00 6 R10 697 ROBERTA AVE 1 5 1967 2 1520 C+ GD 180,300 29-OCT-15 209,900 .86
ED05-077.18-02-59.00 4 R10 32 EVERGREEN DR 1 14 1952 1 1512 C GD 124,700 30-OCT-15 130,000 .96
ED05-085.12-04-31.00 12 R10 380 NOTTINGHAM CT 1 6 1979 2 1966 C+ AV 145,900 16-OCT-15 173,000 .84
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CITY MANAGER’S
MONTHLY REPORT
OCTOBER 2015
City Manager’s Monthly Report, October 2015
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Customer Services
In the month of October, we processed 5,842 credit card payments for the month totaling $1,321,504.34.
Human Resources
Continued contract negotiations.
Library
614 attended 57 programs for adults.
544 attended 39 programs for teens.
981 attended 50 programs for children.
20 volunteers completed 191 hours of service.
198 attended 26 programs/classes coordinated through the Job Center.
Public Works
Working on CIP and additional funding for future street program and other projects.
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CUSTOMER SERVICES
WORK ORDERS PROCESSED Extensions398
of Credit
3,000 382
400 358
2,500 292 300
2,144 300 268
2,053 1,998 2,075
1,861 1,904
2,000 1,749 1,770
1,570 1,599 1,630
1,437 200
1,500 1,298
1,000 100
500
Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- 0
14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct-
14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE CUTS FOR NON PAYMENT
80,000 $2,000,000
64,651
61,555
60,000 $1,600,000
$1,200,000 986,748.00 $1,050,296
40,000
22,808
22,628
$800,000
20,000 9,627
9,193 7,732
7,404
704 648 $400,000 $286,251 $287,164
0
Drive-Thru Over the Mail, Drop Credit Bank $-
Window Counter Box Cards Drafts October 2015 October 2014 FYTD16 FYTD15
2016 YTD 2015YTD
FY 2016 FY 2015
Major Program Updates Oct 2015 Oct 2014 Difference
Year-to-Date Year-to-Date
Number of Customers Served 20,746 20,125 621 88,608 88,564
Final Bills 641 777 (136) 2,839 3,059
Estimated Bills 223 175 48 917 780
Penalties Posted $ 17,319 $ 27,509 (10,189) $ 64,235 $ 78,343
Extensions of Credit - Amount Extended $ 143,757 $ 107,308 36,449 $ 495,013 $ 318,241
Balance Transfers $ 2,549 $ 5,314 (2,765) $ 93,979 $ 13,385
Utility Collections $ 68,437 $ 24,205 44,232 $ 197,829 $ 90,896
Special Assessments $ - $ - - $ - $ -
Miscellaneous Billings $ 227,391 $ 44,805 182,586 $ 707,914 $ 259,303
CNP through Disconnect Collars $ - $ - - $ - $ -
Court Cases $ - $ - - $ - $ -
Tamperings $ - $ - - $ - $ -
Taxes Levied (includes carry forward) $ - $ 861,931 (861,931) $ - $ -
Billing Adjustments $ - $ 215 (215) $ - $ -
Total Taxes Collected $ - $ 185,546 (185,546) $ - $ -
Taxes Outstanding $ 618,581 $ 676,600 (58,019) $ - $ -
Payments in Lieu $ - $ 277,347 (277,347) $ - $ -
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Category Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar April May June July August Sept Oct Total
14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
Caucasian* 291 288 290 287 286 289 289 291 290 291 290 296 300 N/A
*
Minorities 61 61 62 63 62 63 61 63 63 64 64 67 66 N/A
Hired 5 0 5 1 0 9 5 9 3 8 2 12 1 60
Terminated/Resigned/ 4 3 2 3 2 5 7 4 4 4 1 4 1 44
Retired/Other
Transferred/Promoted 3 5 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 0 14
Jobs Posted 3 3 3 3 2 7 2 2 2 1 7 9 4 48
Workers Comp. Injuries 2 5 1 1 3 3 3 2 2 0 4 6 7 39
Workers Comp. Hours 22 32 2 17 29 312 97 231 115 260 42 24 211 1394
Insurance Claims 1 1 5 4 1 3 0 2 2 0 3 1 3 26
Full-time Employees: 337 Part-time Employees: 29 (*4 Pitts Center, 1 Recreation, 12 Library, 2 Customer Service, 1 Central Services, (9) Police Department)
-Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee or council members.
** August 2015 Pitts Center Number reduced to 4 to reflect error in July 2015
Positions Hired: Utility Maintenance Mechanic; (3) Police Cadets, part-time
Position Resigned/Retired/Terminated: Police Recruit
Positions Posted: Gardener I, (Public Works); Gardener II, (Public Works); Customer Service Clerk II, (part-time Customer Service)
Sex Offender Registry Enforcement Agent, (Police Department)
Recruitment Information (Positions closed in October)
Position Total Female Male Unknown Black White Hispan- Asian/Pacific American Unknown In Out
ic Islander Indian/Alaskan Dover Dover
Native
Customer Service Clerk II 37 26 3 8 14 11 3 1 - 8 20 17
(part-time)
Accountant I (part-time) 9 5 4 - 4 4 1 - - - 2 7
Sex Offender Registry 6 5 1 - 2 4 - - - - 2 4
Enforcement Agent
Unfilled/Open Positions by Department*
Unfilled/Open Posi- Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sept Oct
tions 14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
By Department
Electric 5 2 2 2 4 3 2 3 2 1 2 2 2
Public Works 11 12 12 12 13 15 13 17 16 18 17 16 16
Police 0 1 1 10 10 4 4 2 3 5 5 1 2
All Other Departments 5 5 3 3 4.5 4.5 5 4 6 11 9.5 7.5 7
Totals 21 20 18 28 29.5 26.5 24 26 27 35 33.5 26.5 27
*Not used for Budgeting Purposes
²
The following has been updated to reflected the Fiscal 2015-16 Budget
Electric: Generation Manager, Substation Technician Crew Leader
Public Works: (1) Utility Maintenance Mechanic I/Wastewater; Civil Engineer l; Public Works Inspector (Public Works); Motor Equipment Operator I
(Streets); Motor Equipment Operator II (Streets); (3) Motor Equipment Operator I (Sanitation); Gardner II (Grounds); Gardner I (Grounds); Mechanic I;
(2) Motor Equipment I Water/wastewater; (2) Water Treatment Plant Operator I; Public Works Operations Manager
Police: Sex Offender Registration Officer, Police Officer
All Other Departments: (1) Customer Service Clerk (part-time), Librarian II; (2) Librarian I (part-time); Library Clerk I (part-time), Administrative Assistant
(Information Technology-part-time); Library Page (part-time); AS400/System Operator (Information Technology); Planner I (Planning & Inspections);
Accountant I, Finance (part-time); Key Accounts Representative (Customer Service)
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HUMAN RESOURCES
continued
Turnover Statistics
2010 2011 2012* 2013 * 2014 2015
Total Turnover % 5.57 6.75 11.00 10.91 6.02 9.85
Termination Turnover % 0.27 1.08 0.29 1.47 .57 .28
Resignation Turnover % 2.12 4.05 5.21 5.01 2.29 6.19
Retirement Turnover % 3.18 1.62 5.50 4.42 3.15 3.66
* Healthcare cost sharing implemented
** Healthcare cost sharing implemented for DOE
Average Employees
2010 2011 2012* 2013* 2014 2015
Total Number of Employees Separating from 21 25 38 37 21 35
Service
Average Number of Full-time Employees 362 356 333 325 331 332
Average Number of Part-time Employees 16 15 12 14 18 23
* Healthcare cost sharing implemented
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Service Requests Resolved Programming Requests Completed
140 128 125 30 28
121
120 25
102 22
100 91 90 91
18 18 19
77 20 17 16 16
80
52
58
15 13 13
60
31
9
40 27 10 7
20 13 4
5
0
Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- 0
Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct-
14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
Page Views - City of Dover Web Page
40,000
35,000
30,000
Pages Viewed
25,000
20,000
31,423 31,600 31,423 32,737 33,605 33,344
26,428 27,275 28,370 28,802 28,730
23,955 23,845
15,000
10,000
5,000
0
Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr - May- Jun- Jul- Aug - Sep - Oct-
14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
Current
Performance Indicators Last Month Same Month
Month
Last Year
iSeries Availability 100% 100% 100%
Server Availability 100% 100% 100%
AS/400 Connections
(concurrent/authorized users)
N/A N/A N/A
PCs Supported 373 372 365
Scheduled PCs Replaced - - -
Servers Supported 35 30 30
People Trained 12 8 16
Availability Statistics based on 7:00 AM until 5:00 PM Monday—Friday
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LIBRARY
Reference Transactions
1200
1000
800
600
400
200
0
Adult Teen Children
Oct 15
Adults – 1,404 Teens – 341 Children – 371
Circulation Oct 15 FYTD 16 Oct 14 FYTD 15
Dover residents 19,674 82,297 21,113 90,085
Ebooks 2,394 9,452 1,922 7,637
Kent residents* 11,151 49,034 14,026 58,990
Non-county residents 1,923 8,496 2,430 8,772
Registrations
Dover residents 371 1,568 340 1,623
Kent residents* 47 145 43 193
Non-county residents 9 23 2 5
Other
Visiting Patrons 27,710 117,250 29,429 111,628
Meeting Room Usage 1,843 5,954 2,044 6,662
Photocopier Usage 1,126 5,034 1,246 4,420
Computer Printing Usage 3,277 12,456 3,363 12,090
Computer Users 4,819 19,017 5,107 19,988
Wireless Computer Users 1,892 8,153 1,742 6,904
Holds (Total) 6,870 28,904 6,825 28,304
*Breakout of Kent County Residential Statistics
Circulation Registrations
Harrington: 113 Harrington: 3
Milford: 171 Milford: 1
Smyrna: 627 Smyrna: 0
Outside City Limits: 10,240 Outside City Limits: 43
Total Registered Users: (Card Holders)
City: 27,635 Kent County: 12,036 Outside Kent County: 1,040
Other Points of Interest:
Inter/Interlibrary: 55 items loaned out Technical services: 1,671 items added
48 items borrowed 1,066 items deleted
Volunteers: 191 hours of service completed
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PUBLIC WORKS
Administration
Administrative review and inspection services continued on all residential and commercial developments.
The following residential subdivisions are in various phases of construction:
Oak Shadows Emerald Pointe Eden Hill (Residential)
Patriot Village Clearview Meadows Village of Cannon Mill
Sanitation
Monthly Total Refuse (Tons) Sanitation Hours
1,500
1200
925 1000
1,000 848 875 869 869 827 853 806
726 717 733 800
648 616 582 591
541 539
600
500 359
292
239 190 400
166 173 135 211 217 177 177 169 145 198
110
200 42
13
- 0
Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Bulk Collection Mechanized Hand Trash Container
14 14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 Collection Collection Repair/Delivery
Bulk Automated Oct 15 Oct 14
OCTOBER 15 FYTD 16 OCTOBER 14 FYTD 15
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 173 722 195 759
Total Tonnage to DSWA 951.53 4,093.32 1,013.97 4,092.62
90-Gallon Containers Delivered 76 313 36 180
300-Gallon Containers Delivered 0 0 3 26
Total Man Hours-containers Delivered 13 72 42 159
CURBSIDE RECYCLING TOTAL # OF TOTAL # OF
STATS HOUSEHOLDS ACCOUNTS WEIGHT/LBS. AVE. LBS.
COLLECTED
October 2015 20,404 9,201 284,560 13.95
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PUBLIC WORKS
continued
Streets OCTOBER 15 FYTD 16 OCTOBER 14 FYTD 15
Signed Installed 2 30 17 112
Signs Repaired 11 25 17 49
Curbs Painted Yellow (feet) 0 1,116 57 683
New Post Installed 2 37 4 18
Storm Catch Basins Repaired 1 9 4 8
Storm Catch Basin Repairing (Hrs.) 0 38 14 60
Storm Catch Basins Cleaned 0 355 30 40
Storm Catch Basins Cleaning (Hrs.) 0 41 12 28
Hot Mix Patching (Tons) 0 0 0 6.00
Hot Mix Patching (Hrs.) 0 0 0 73
Cold Mix Patching Hrs.) 0 19 4 101
Concrete Work (Hrs) 0 32 18 135
Concrete Patching (Cubic Yards) 0.0 0 0 0
Ditch Work (Hrs). 0 28 29 29
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs) 0 4 96 266
Street Sweeping (Miles) 1,434 5,801 287 5,327
Street Sweeping (Cubic Yards) 148 456 126 1,288
Leaves Collected (Cubic Yards) 753 753 1,038 1,038
Leaf Collection (Miles) 749 749 435 435
Grounds
Total Work Orders = 20 General = 2 Arborist = 18
Arborist Crew October 2015 October 2014
Trees Trimmed 42 15
Trees Removed 8 12
Stumps Removed 10 0
Root Pruning 0 0
One member of the arborist crew had been mowing full time.
The other arborist has been working on various projects, watering baskets, and weeding flowerbeds, as well as completing tree
work as needed.
On 10/21/15 a three man crew began working on Christmas lights.
Beautification Crew
No beautification crew.
Discontinued watering on 10/12/15.
Removing plants, as needed, due to cold/frost wilt/damage.
Mowing Crew
Mowing of all areas including parks, around City facilities, ditches, and right-of-ways.
Working vigorously to edge curb and sidewalk and remove growth from sidewalks and gutters.
One mowing crew began general clean-up of the grounds on the mowing route.
Athletic Field Maintenance
Set up and taken down of the stage on The Green for each Thursday for the Spring/Summer Performing Arts Program.
Prepared athletic fields for games.
Litter Removal
Litter crew has been doing an outstanding job with emptying trash cans and picking up litter.
Miscellaneous
Continuing the clean-up at PWII, relocating equipment and supplies to the Schutte Park Facility
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PUBLIC WORKS
continued
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
City Clerk's Office Coordinate with the State and County on fixing the spelling of Moriarty
Street
City Manager’s Office Updated / Upgraded Leaf Collection status map
Dover Public Library Margie asked for print of a map created in who knows what.
Recreated the map in better detail and appearance in ArcMap.
Printed 4 copies at 22"x28"
Public Works Created aerial golf holes for GIS Day
Public Works Did the monthly update of the Parcels, Rentals & Active AHIs.
Whitman, Requart & Provided more data to consultant for Capital Gateway Project.
Associates
Fleet and Facilities Management
Fleet Maintenance
PM Work Orders Completed: 217 Number of Tire Repairs: 19 Number of Road Repairs: 6
Other Work Orders: 82 Repair Hours: 229 Road Repair Hours: 6
Total Work Orders: 109 Fabrication Hours: 15 Misc. Hours: 4
PM Hours: 60
# Of Scheduled PM’s: 26
# Of Scheduled PM’s: Completed: 7
Major Program Updates
MEASURE October 2015 October 2014 DIFFERENCE
7 out of 26
26. 92%
Fleet Maintenance - Scheduled
Preventative Maintenance appoint- 13 out of 19
Winter is upon us and vehicles are destined to - 41.50%
ments being kept (Quantity and 68.42%
have problems as the temperatures drop. If you
Percentage)
have noticed problems with your vehicle and
haven't made time to schedule for repairs, now is
the time.
Facilities Maintenance
Facilities - Routine work orders
35 out of 35 24 out of 24
completed within 5 days (Quantity
100 % 100% 0%
and Percentage)
Facilities - Emergency work orders
2 out of 2 8 out of 8
completed within 2 days (Quantity 0%
100% 100%
and Percentage)
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PUBLIC WORKS
continued
Water/Wastewater
Water Production/Billed Consumption/Flow to Kent
County
255000000
205000000
155000000
105000000
55000000
5000000
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct
14 14 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15 15
Total Water Prod. Billed Consumpt.
Total Flow to County City Readings
ENGINEERING SUMMARY
Major Program Updates OCTOBER 15 OCTOBER 14 DIFF FY16 YTD FY15 YTD
State and Federal Violations 0 violations 0 violations - - -
Water Quality Complaints 17 13 +4 37 51
Plan Review Completed With- 8 plans 14 plans
-6 26 43
in 30 days of Submission 100% 100%
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
Task OCTOBER 15 OCTOBER 14 CURRENT FY
Water Production - Daily Average 4,687,065 4,290,065 677,573,000
Average Field Response Time (goal is <30 minutes) 17.11 16.61 17.00
Water Mains Repaired 0 2 0
Water Service Lines Repaired 2 2 9
Wastewater Mains Repaired 1 1 2
Wastewater Service Lines Repaired 0 3 0
Sewer Lines Flushed - linear feet 15,249 47,561 229,017
Sewer Mains Videoed -linear feet 572 129 7,692
Total Fire Hydrants in Service 1,820 1,820 1,820
Total Water Meters in City Distribution System 14,362 14,148 14,362
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ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
System Peak Total System Load
200 100,000
155.6 158.5 76,060 74,133
135.8
148 148
65,517 68,704 66,383
60,195 62,574 60,236 61,012
80,000
150
114.8 120.6 55,747 54,958 55,011
104.9 101.1 104.7 103.8 101.3 51,470
90.95 60,000
100
40,000
50 20,000
Oct 14 Nov 14 Dec 14 Jan 15 Feb 15 Mar 15 Apr 15 May 15 Jun 15 Jul 15 Aug 15 Sep 15 Oct 15 Oct 14 Nov 14 Dec 14 Jan 15 Feb 15 Mar 15 Apr 15 May 15 Jun 15 Jul 15 Aug 15 Sep 15 Oct 15
Outages Customers of Gained/Lost
35 8,000
20
25 6,000 15 14
Customers
15 12
Outages
11 11
15 4,000 9 9
10 7 6 6 5
4
5 2,000 5 2
0
Nov 14 Dec 14 Jan 15 Feb 15 Mar 15 Apr 15 May 15 Jun 15 Jul 15 Aug 15 Sep 15 Oct 15
-5 0
Oct 14 Nov 14 Dec 14 Jan 15 Feb 15 Mar 15 Apr 15 May 15 Jun 15 Jul 15 Aug 15 Sep 15 Oct 15
Outages Customers
Outages: 1 Customers: 1
Electric Monthly Outage Report
The annual outage goal will be less than 295 Controllable Outages Average Response Time
minutes per customer, which is a Delaware Annual goal is less than 40 Goal is less than 30 minutes
Standard. This will be measured by calculating
the System Average Interruption Duration Index. Month Year-to-date Month Year-to-date
FY 16 YTD FY 15 FY 14
1 8 15 Minutes 29.74 Minutes
22.56 53.54 50.74
OCT 16 OCT 15 FY16 YTD
PROGRAM UPDATES
Tree Trimming 227 428 1311
Number of Oil Releases 1 0 3
Lost Time Accidents – All Electric Utility Divisions 0 0 0
New Services 9 4 37
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ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
continued
October 2015 Electric (EE Capitol Improvement Projects (CIP)
Project Number Description Update
Progress: Switchgear has been delivered and install upon piers. Starting to dig in
General Scott conduit. Substation will be off line through approx. Jan 16. Material has been
EE1312 Switchgear allocated. Will be designing Fiber Optic in July.
Replacement
Schedule: FY16 construction tentatively scheduled for September.
69kV Rebuild Progress: New owner of farm south of Morgan Branch. In discussion about pos-
EE1500 (Horsepond to Long sible relocation of some poles for irrigation.
Point) Schedule: FY15 is for Design |FY16 budget is for construction.
Progress: State of Delaware requested project to be delayed to FY16.
EE1505 DNREC R&R
Schedule: Project on Hold | funds moved for other FY15 projects.
West Dover Progress: Work to begin on Saulsbury Road in September/October.
EE1509 Connector -
Schedule: Planning on starting on Saulsbury Road after Playtex & Garrison Oak.
State of DE
Town Point Progress: City crews continuing the installation underground wire.
EE1513 Distribution Feed-
ers Schedule: Project boring has begun.
Progress: Developer contact Electric Engineering about being conduit installation
soon.
Chestnut Grove
EE1516
Subdivision Schedule: Not Scheduled | Contractor responsible for conduit installation in
development | No activity at job site
69kV Cable Progress: Currently investigating the cables placement & engineering design.
Replacement – Design continues in FY16 & construction in FY17.
EE1520
North St. Substa-
tion Schedule: FY16 construction to begin.
Progress: Material has been issued to contractor for installation. Equipment set.
Lenders Lake Crew is scheduled to set the first 24 meters on the first building.
EE1524
Apartments
Schedule: Line Crew installed of conductors/transformers.
Progress: Waiting on Playtex/Edgewell to install load side conductors so Line
Playtex Addition Crew can set & terminate both Metering Cabinets.
EE1526
(Edgewell)
Schedule: Awaiting word from Diamond Electric.
Kirby & Holloway Progress: Preliminary Design complete. Waiting for primary fee payment.
EE1537
Restaurant Schedule: No work scheduled.
North Street Progress: Currently in Design and waiting on customer approval.
EE1538 Sidewalk Schedule: No Work Scheduled.
Improvements
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ELECTRIC DEPARMENT
continued
Progress: Preliminary design is complete. Waiting on owner to agree to project prior
Keystone to any continuation of work.
EE1539
Automotive
Schedule: No Work Scheduled CUSTOMER CANCELLED 10/30/15
College Road Progress: Currently design is complete.
EE1540 Substation PT Schedule: Waiting on Material.
Replacement
Progress: Currently design is complete. Contractor has received material for installa-
Nottingham tion. Homes are under construction.
EE1544 Meadows -
Schedule: No Work Scheduled | Contractor responsible for conduit installation in
Wellington Ave
development.
Progress: Permit received. Environment concerns addressed. Directional Bores
Horsepond URD Complete.
EE1607
Distribution Feeder
Schedule: Contracted work has begun.
Lakeland Progress: Drawings completed. Owner has been contacted.
EE1618
Distribution Feeder Schedule: Work to begin after EE1607.
Progress: Service Locate & W.O. are complete and in file awaiting payment from
McKee Road Edgewell.
EE1635 Warehouse
(Edgewell) Schedule: Work to begin once payment is received.
Progress: Primary conductors and equipment installed. Pump station has been ener-
Clearview Meadows gized. Need contractor to work on conduit to start lights.
EE1636
Phase 4
Schedule: In progress.
DOVER TOWN CTR Progress: Same as outback. We received check.
EE1637 FLEX SITE - Schedule: Same as outback.
Transformer
Progress: Drawing complete. Transformers have been set. Waiting on contractor to
Dover Town Center complete secondary work.
EE1638
(Old Walmart)
Schedule: Line Crew to work on in October.
Progress: Drawing complete and City Crews to install primary after conduit is in-
stalled. We received check.
EE1639 Outback Steakhouse
Schedule: Awaiting Contractor to install conduit.
Progress: Installing 480 volt service for new grain elevator.
EE1640 Round Barn Farm
Schedule: Preliminary Stages of design.
not sure who listed this
Reed Street Interior
EE1641 Bldg./Security Im-
provements
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ELECTRIC DEPARMENT
continued
Progress: New service to warehouse. Dividing space into 6 customers. Putting plan
Del-Homes together for next month.
EE1642
Warehouse
Schedule: Preliminary Stages of design.
Progress: New service to new show room.
EE1643 Winner Volkswagen
Schedule: Preliminary Stages of design.
Retreat Pump Progress: Station upgrade from 120/240 Volt to 208Y/120 volt.
EE1644
Station Renovation Schedule: Preliminary Stages of design.
Dover Family Progress: Preliminary design complete. Primary fee calculated.
EE1645
Cosmetics Schedule: Final Stages of design next month.
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City Planner’s Monthly Report
Planning, Inspections & Recreation
OCTOBER 2015
Planning, Inspections &
Recreation Highlights
The Inner City Cultural League Building
at 39 South West Street received its
Cer ficate of Occupancy in October.
AAA Mid-Atlantic in Greentree Shopping Center
received its Cer ficate of Occupancy in October.
Silver Lake Clean Up - Members of the Silver Lake
Commission, joined a City staff and a few volunteers
to pick up li er, debris, etc. on October 17. Trash col-
lected included clothing items, cigare e bu s, soda
bo les/can, couch cushions, and other improperly
disposed of items. The Delaware State News pub-
lished an ar cle about the event.
Home of the Brave - The Home of the Brave, hosted
a “Welcome Home” event for a soldier returning
from overseas at the John W. Pi s Recrea on Center.
Tournaments at Schutte - October was a full month
of mul purpose and so ball field ac vi es in Schu e Park. We hosted the Delaware Senior Olympics
so ball tournament with nine men’s and five women’s teams par cipa ng.
Wesley Lacrosse Clinic - Partnering with the Wesley Women’s Lacrosse Coach and athletes, we
offered a free introductory lacrosse clinic to 53 girls. Many of these girls had not had an opportunity to
try lacrosse prior to this clinic. Several of these girls have now signed up for
our indoor lacrosse clinics being offered inside at the John W. Pi s Rec-
rea on Center this winter.
Silver Lake Clean Up
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Planning, Inspections & Recreation Revenue
FY '16 Budget FY '16 Actual
Revenue Stream
Business License $1,425,000 $ 1,441,970
Looking Forward…...
101%
Trailer License $21,000 $ 19,771 94% Division Street Design
Building Permits $600,000 $ 245,792 41% Week
Cert. of Occupancy $6,500 $ 2,350 36%
Public Occupancy $9,700 $ 800 8%
Lodging House $14,100 $ 148 1%
Plumbing/Heating/Air $75,000 $ 23,567 31%
Rental Inspection Fee $350,000 $ 8,664 2%
Miscellaneous $15,000 $ 2,687 18%
Fire Protection Fees $62,000 $ 25,170 41%
Code Enf. Fines $25,000 $ 24,150
Vacant Building Reg. $100,000 $ 40,852 41%
Total P&I Revenue $2,703,300 $ 1,835,920 68%
Recreation $149,800 $ 45,669 31%
TRAINING
On October 15, 2015 Greg Akers, Mike McGregor, Chris Sco , Ron Coburn, David McGinnis, Velvet Bowen, and
Jared Boesenberg a ended “Legal Aspects of Code Administra on” training in Dover, Delaware.
On October 21, 2015 Ann Marie Townshend and Dawn Melson-Williams a ended the APA Webinar Lecture en -
tle “Reprogramming the City” on October 21, 2015. This is part of the American Planning Associa on’s educa on
series and was sponsored locally by the Delaware APA Chapter.
On October 28-29, 2015 Ann Marie Townshend, Bill Cook (Planner I), and Kristen Mullaney (Permit & Licensing
Supervisor) par cipated in the LEAN Boot Camp training.
During October 5-16, 2015 Jason Osika a ended the Na onal Fire Academy training.
On October 28, 2015 Carolyn Courtney a ended the “Impress the Press” media seminar held by Delaware Tour-
ism and Delaware Economic Development office.
PLANNING OFFICE
The Planning Office is part of the review process for certain types of construction activity permits (Building
Permits, Sign Permits, etc.) and Certificate of Occupancy permits. For October 2015, Planning Staff was
involved with review of 83 Permits and 9 Certificates of Occupancy permits. (2015 calendar year total of
812 Permits and CO’s compared to 825 for 2014). Planning Staff also reviews new applications for Business
Licenses and Rental Dwelling Permits.
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Planning Staff continues to focus on the various implementation items identified in the 2008
Comprehensive Plan as amended.
A series of Text Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance for the types of residential uses in
the RG-1 and RG-2 zones as related to Downtown redevelopment and to establish stand-
ards for infill projects known as Ordinance #2015-13 was approved by City Council on
October 12, 2015. The adoption of the Ordinance also includes Amendment #1 (as recom-
mended by Planning Commission) to make off-street parking as a principle use subject to
conditional use review. (MI-15-11)
A proposed package of Text Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance related to the Recrea-
tional and Commercial (RC) zone and temporary activities was discussed with the Legisla-
tive, Administration & Finance Committee of City Council on October 12, 2015. The se-
ries of Amendments known as Ordinance #2015-17 began the formal review process with
the First Reading at City Council on October 26, 2015 and was referred to the Planning
Commission for review in November. (MI-15-04)
The Planning Office is also involved in the following studies and projects: City Recrea-
tional Needs Assessment, Restoring Central Dover Community Plan, and Transportation
Improvement Districts. Staff is also involved in preparing for the upcoming Division
Street/ Forest Street Design Week charrette (Western Capital Gateway).
Construction Activity
Project work continues related the site improvements at the new Dover High School for site
drainage and the eastern areas of the site including the baseball/softball field areas and asso-
ciated buildings. Temporary Certificates of Occupancy are in place for the high school
building and stadium/athletic field areas with conditions. (C-10-05/S-11-18)
For the Leander Lakes Apartments project, the foundation and building construction con-
tinues on the community center building and four apartment buildings. In October, a
Building Permit was approved for a fifth apartment building. The apartment complex is
located south of Forrest Avenue/Route 8 and west of Dover High Drive. (S-12-18)
st
The ribbon cutting/ opening celebration was held on October 1 for the Garrison Energy
Center project at 450 Garrison Oak Drive (Lot 7 of the Garrison Oak Technical Park).
Construction activities are wrapping-up for Phase 1 of the project (S-12-17). The site re-
ceived the necessary State DNREC permits for the Above Ground Storage Tank; Planning
Staff will complete the approval process for the Administrative Site Plan (S-14-20) for the
addition of a Fuel Oil Tank.
The construction activities continued for the tenant fit-out of the State Street Commons
building located southwest of the intersection of South State Street and Water Street. It
will become offices for several sections of DNREC.
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BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTIVITY
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission met on October 19, 2015. The next Planning Commission meeting
is scheduled for November 16, 2015. The following applications were considered:
US-13-01 Greentree Shopping Center at 25-140 Greentree Drive – Commission con-
sidered an interpretation of the signage provisions and granted approval of an amendment
to the Unified Comprehensive Signage Plan for the Greentree Shopping Center pertaining
specifically to the wall signage for the former Blockbuster tenant space (the now proposed
AAA Mid-Atlantic tenant space).
S-15-12 Blue Hen Apartments: Phase 2 – Commission moved to grant conditional ap-
proval of the Site Development Plan for the Blue Hen Apartments: Phase 2 project. This
plan proposes the construction of a multi-family residential development consisting of 12
apartment buildings with 192 total units, 12 accessory garage structures and associated site
improvements on portions of multiple parcels to total 8.159 +/- acres for this Phase of the
project. This plan is an expansion of the existing 20.66 acre +/- Blue Hen Apartment com-
plex (Site Plan Application S-07-57) bringing the total number units to 354 dwelling units
for the complex.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment did not met on October 21, 2015. The next regular scheduled meet-
ing of the Board of Adjustment is scheduled for November 18, 2015.
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission met on October15,2015. The next Historic District Com-
mission meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2015.
OCT 15 TOTAL FOR 2015 (as of July 2015)
New Home Permits Issued 3 19
Value of Commercial Projects $1,473,290 $15,652,069
Downtown Incen ves (Fees Waived) $5,585 $20,243.20
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
CDBG FY15 Projects
Homeownership Assistance Program
CDBG funds will be used to provide homeownership assistance to first-time homebuyers who purchase
affordable housing in the Downtown Development District (DDD) Target Area. An exception was ap-
proved by City Council on August 24th to designate funding outside of the DDD Target Area for a fami-
ly experiencing a hardship to purchase affordable housing within the City of Dover Limits. The family
experiencing the hardship was able to purchase affordable housing through the City’s Homeownership
Assistance Program.
Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing
CDBG funds will be used for operations cost for the shelter. This project is underway.
Connections Community Support Program
CDBG funds will be used to provide rapid re-housing/rental assistance services for homeless house-
holds within the City. This project is underway.
Milford Housing Homeowner Rehabilitation Program
CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate existing owner occupied housing in the City that is in violation
of the City’s Housing Code and complete emergency home repairs to eliminate housing conditions that
threaten the health and safety of low income homeowners.
Habitat for Humanity
CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate an existing home to provide affordable housing to a
family in the Downtown Development District Target Area. Habitat is currently under contract
to purchase 19 N. New Street on November 2, 2015.
Peoples Place Whatcoat Homeless Shelter
CDBG funds will be utilized for minor renovations to a facility that shelters the homeless.
This Project is underway.
Mayors Challenge to End Veterans Homelessness
The Mayor’s Task Force for Ending Veterans Homelessness has met its goal by housing 36
homeless veterans within 200 days. The task force is now planning to meet its next goal by
housing 14 veterans within the next 100 days that will fulfill the Mayor’s Challenge to End
Veterans Homelessness by housing 50 homeless veterans by December 28, 2015.
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Dangerous Buildings, Vacant Buildings & Demolitions
312 W. Loockerman Street—Notice was sent to the lien holders to make repairs to the va-
cant structure by January 6, 2015, or City Staff would schedule a date with Council to de-
clare the building dangerous and request to have the building demolished. On February
19th the City Historic District Commission ruled that Demolition by Neglect was occur-
ring and recommended the owner have 6 months to make repairs or to have the building
demolished. The asbestos abatement has been completed and the demolition bid was
awarded to Gateway Construction.
311 N. Governors Avenue—The residence has been demolished.
363 Rita-Wilma Way—The two abandoned mobile homes on this lot have been con-
demned as unfit for human occupancy and boarded. Both mobile homes have been de-
molished by the property owner.
110 Rustic Lane—This building was condemned by City Staff and the dangerous building
process has begun. The home was boarded and a lien search has been requested. The
property will be presented to City Council on July 27th. The owner of the property was
giving until September 10th to demolish the property. The asbestos survey has been com-
pleted with the demolition awarded to Sunnyfield Contractors.
222 W. Reed Street—City Staff brought forward this property to City Council on May 26,
2015, and requested that the structure be demolished. The owner requested additional
time to make repairs and City Council gave the owner until August 26, 2015, to make the
repairs. The asbestos survey has been scheduled for September 17th. The demolition bid
has been awarded to Sunnyfield Contractors with a possible demo date of mid-October.
The residence has been demolished.
35 N. Queen Street—Property is condemned and a lien search is complete, home has been
placed on the market for sale.
113 Davis Circle—Property is condemned and a lien search has been requested.
Vacant Buildings—During the month of October twenty-five (25) additional buildings
were registered as vacant, and $9,200.00 in vacant building registration fees were collect-
ed.
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Code Enforcement Activity—OCTOBER
Case Type # cases current # cases % staff ini ated % staff ini ated
month YTD current month YTD
No valid Rental Permit 2 138 100% 96%
No valid Building Permit 4 50 50% 68%
Tall grass and weeds 18 564 50% 76%
Unregistered vehicle 3 26 33% 73%
Abandoned vehicle 2 76 50% 74%
Annual Housing Inspec on 63 274 90% 88%
Property Maintenance – 34 510 41% 71%
Exterior
Electric Termina on 19 198 100% 86%
Dover Code of Ordinances 23 451 70% 80%
Zoning 5 80 60% 64%
Total Cases 173 2367
Total # of Inspec ons For 263
Month
Dangerous Buildings
1032 –1058 S DuPont Highway and 312 W Loockerman Street
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Fire Marshal’s Office, Building Inspections & Licensing Summary
LIFE SAFETY Current July 15-June16 Sept 2014 Sept 14-June15
Inspec ons OCT 15 FYTD 16 OCT 14 FYTD 15
Annual Fire/Life Safety Inspec ons 30 126 14 199
Fire/Code/DCO Complaints 55 177 41 280
Inspec on Deficiencies from AFI 123 458 30 416
C/O & Acceptance Tests
14 65 12 39
Administra ve Walk Thru 30 73 8 31
Plan Review 15 48 - -
Accidental $2,011,300 $2,185,200 $10,000 $49,500
Incendiary $0 $25,000 $10,000 $100.00
Undetermined $0 $168,000 $0.00 $0.00
PERMITTING AND LICENSING
Permits Issued
OCT 15 FYTD 16 OCT 14 FYTD 15
Administra ve Permit 6 14 3 12
Building Addi on/Renova on Permits 37 141 47 174
Building Permits
29 106 21 78
Demoli on Permits
9 23 5 16
Fence Permits 8 28 7 45
Fire Preven on Permits 12 44 8 30
Mechanical Permits
24 110 43 97
Plumbing Permits
50 142 38 95
Sign Permits 20 62 9 72
Swimming Pool Permits
0 1 0 5
Business Licenses
46 1081 72 807
Merchant Licenses
5 242 5 194
Contractor Licenses
38 721 46 486
Lodging House Licenses
0 6 0 1
Mobile Homes
59 262 60 249
Public Occupancy 7 36 17 44
Rental Dwelling 18 113 71 142
BUILDING INSPECTIONS
Inspec ons OCT 15 FYTD 16 OCT 14 FYTD 15
Building
321 1458 410 1417
Plumbing/Mechanical
333 1410 271 1021
Cer ficate of Occupancy 8 52 18 53
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Fire Marshal’s Office—At a Glance
Fire Marshal Timothy Mullaney and Deputy Fire
Marshal Matthew Brown responded to 411 Legis-
lative Hall for a structure fire on October 7th. Alt-
hough the fire was relatively small in nature, the
incident caused fire damage to the historic build-
ing to include severe water damage as a result fire
suppression efforts. Due to the quick responses of
several agencies (Police/Fire/State Facilities) the
building escaped severe fire damage. Great team
work from all the first responders.
Recreation Division
Enrollment Summary
OCTOBER FY 16 verses OCTOBER FY 15
400
300
200 FY15
100 FY16
0
General Trips Camps
Recreation
Category FY15 FY16
General Recrea on 226 146
Sports 152 109
Trips 0 0
Leagues 235 378
Camps N/A N/A
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Revenue Breakdown: October 2015 verses October 2014
General Recreation General Recreation
Sports Sports
Trips Trips
Leagues Leagues
Building & Field Rentals Building & Field Rentals
Camps Camps
Youth Connections/CSW
Youth Connections/CSW
General Recreation $1,315.40 General Recreation $1,682.50
Sports $385.00 Sports $735.00
Trips $3,256.00 Trips $1295.00
Leagues $1,750.00 Leagues $2,390.00
Building & Field Rentals $730.00 Building & Field Rentals $517.50
Camps $0.00 Camps $0.00
Youth Connections/CSW $1,607.70 Youth Connec ons/CSW $1,381.80
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John W. Pitts Recreation Center – OCTOBER 2015
Total Program Attendance Facility Usage By The Hour
20,000 1,000
15,000 800
600
10,000
400
5,000 200
0 Oct 14 0 Oct 14
Nov 14
Dec 14
Jan 15 Nov 14
Dec 14
Jan 15
Feb 15
Mar 15
Apr 15 Feb 15
Mar 15
Apr 15
May 15
June 15
July 15 May 15
June 15
July 15
Aug 15
Sept 15
Oct 15 Aug 15
Sept 15
Oct 15
Facility Usage By The Hour OCT 15 FYTD 16 OCT 14 FYTD 15
Open Gym 532 1,411.75 533 1,601.5
Fitness Classes 41 146.5 37.25 172
Leagues 40 290 30 146
Camps 0 860 0 731.5
Sports Classes 10.5 24 20.5 81.5
Meetings & Rentals 12 83.5 15.5 113
Enrichment Classes 2 4 2 2
Total Facility Usage Hours 629.5 2,819.75 638.25 2,847.5
Daily Program Attendance** OCT 15 FYTD 16 OCT 14 FYTD 15
Total 1,419 14,385 1,415 9,718
Open Gym 403 1,119 438 1,271
Fitness Classes 271 942 272 1,117
Leagues 500 10,149 300 3,910
Camps 0 1,086 0 1,141
Sports Classes 62 89 273 730
Meetings & Rentals 173 982 124 1,541
Enrichment Classes 10 18 8 8
Since our opening in late April 2008, we have had 400,712 guests at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.
OCTOBER Open Gym Registrations and Packages Sold
Packages Sold: OCT MTD YTD FYTD
Daily: 12 $36 28 $84
Individual Quarterly: 0 $0 2 $45
Individual Annual: 0 $0 0 $0
Family Quarterly: 0 $0 0 $0
Family Annual: 0 $0_ 0 __ $0_
Revenue: $36 $129
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CITY OF DOVER
FINANCE AND PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY DEPARTMENTS
OCTOBER 2015 - MONTHLY BUDGET REPORTS
PLEASE NOTE – THIS REPORT PROVIDES TOP LINE INFORMATION ON THE OPERATING
FUNDS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO
CONTACT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
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CITY OF DOVER
ACTIVITY REPORTS
OCTOBER 2015
FINANCE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY15 YTD FY16 YTD
BANK TRENDS
Number of Deposits Made (Hand, ACH & Wire, Lockbox) 2,474 2,483
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 49,189,190 $ 54,199,584
PAYROLL
Hours % Amount Hours % Amount
Gross wages per registers 298,260 100.0% $ 6,966,025 312,673 100.0% $ 7,345,481
Wages and Hours Worked
Regular 244,607 82.0% $ 5,331,746 254,979 81.5% $ 5,542,535
All over time 11,915 4.0% $ 497,528 13,722 4.4% $ 596,193
Other Paid or Unpaid Wages and Hours
Vacation 19,047 6.4% $ 510,964 17,815 5.7% $ 489,463
Sick 7,448 2.5% $ 190,344 5,451 1.7% $ 133,082
Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout 4,809 1.6% $ 142,936 6,066 1.9% $ 191,926
Comp Time 3,229 1.1% $ 90,604 2,533 0.8% $ 74,322
Personal 412 0.1% $ 12,112 362 0.1% $ 11,220
Leave Without Pay 1,265 0.4% $ - 2,251 0.7% $ -
Other (description below) 5,539 1.9% $ 189,791 9,496 3.0% $ 311,670
Other includes: pay adjustments, military differential pay, training, committee meetings, worker compensation tracking/adjustments, etc.
Other Activity
Number of Pay Periods 9 9
Number of Payroll Checks & Direct Deposits Issued 3,331 3,487
Number of Pension Checks Issued 1,014 1,012
Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 1,730,410 $ 1,741,329
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Number of Check Vouchers 1,977 1,942
Number of EFT Vouchers 750 775
Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 23,904,741 $ 26,771,361
PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY ACTIVITY LEVELS
Contingency & Warehouse Stock
$2,800,000
$2,700,000
$2,600,000
Total Dollar Value
$2,500,000
$2,400,000
$2,300,000
$2,200,000
$2,100,000
$2,000,000
Value: $2,552,802.44 Line Items: 1,428
Fuel Use
Unleaded: 11,132.1 gallons
Diesel: 6,598.4 gallons
Total Cost: $ 29,708
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
General Fund Summary
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 3,977,500 $ 3,977,500 $ - $ 3,977,500 0.0%
Revenues
Court of Chancery Fees 1,065,100 1,065,100 190,620 874,480 17.9%
Police Extra Duty, Fines & Revenue 1,235,300 1,235,300 354,705 880,595 28.7%
Franchise Fees 672,300 672,300 - 672,300 0.0%
Grants 623,500 623,500 - 623,500 0.0%
Intrafund Services 5,231,200 5,231,200 1,653,197 3,578,003 31.6%
Library & Recreation Revenues 671,000 671,000 239,213 431,787 35.7%
Licenses & Permits 2,861,300 2,861,300 1,877,211 984,089 65.6%
Property Taxes (Includes BID Revenue) (1) 12,894,200 12,894,200 12,451,216 442,984 96.6%
Miscellaneous Revenues 57,700 57,700 18,202 39,498 31.5%
Sanitation Revenues 2,580,000 2,580,000 852,083 1,727,917 33.0%
Garrison Farm Rent Revenue 93,700 93,700 62,744 30,956 67.0%
Transfers-In from Special Funds & Utilities
Municipal Street Aid Fund 564,200 564,200 168,317 395,883 29.8%
Civil Traffic Penalties 450,000 450,000 137,846 312,154 30.6%
Transfer Taxes 1,340,000 1,340,000 1,054,388 285,612 78.7%
Verizon & Other Reserves 63,200 63,200 - 63,200 0.0%
Police Grants/Extra Duty 74,400 74,400 23,121 51,279 31.1%
Water/Wastewater Fund 850,000 850,000 283,333 566,667 33.3%
Electric Fund 10,000,000 10,000,000 3,333,333 6,666,667 33.3%
Total Revenues 41,327,100 41,327,100 22,699,529 18,627,571 54.9%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 45,304,600 $ 45,304,600 $ 22,699,529 $ 22,605,071 50.1%
Expenditures
City Clerk & Council $ 501,500 $ 501,500 $ 151,929 $ 349,571 30.3%
Mayor, City Manager & Human Resources 1,210,300 1,211,500 410,293 801,207 33.9%
Police & Police Extra Duty 15,761,400 15,766,000 4,915,066 10,850,934 31.2%
Public Services 4,669,500 4,669,500 1,468,660 3,200,840 31.5%
Engineering 181,400 181,400 26,240 155,160 14.5%
Procurement & Inventory, Facilities Mgmt., Fleet Maint. 2,036,200 2,045,600 668,203 1,377,397 32.7%
Planning, Inspections, Life Safety, Code Enf., & Economic Dev. 2,338,300 2,339,500 706,955 1,632,545 30.2%
Finance, Info Tech & Customer Services 2,807,800 2,811,800 948,600 1,863,200 33.7%
Library & Recreation 2,239,500 2,239,500 720,879 1,518,621 32.2%
Fire Department 745,400 745,400 303,150 442,250 40.7%
Assessor 234,800 234,800 82,263 152,537 35.0%
Contribution to DDP 70,000 70,000 17,500 52,500 25.0%
Miscellaneous Grant Expense 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0%
Other Employment Expenses 520,100 499,700 - 499,700 0.0%
Bank & CC Fees 10,600 10,600 6,003 4,597 56.6%
Insurance 690,000 690,000 167,775 522,225 24.3%
OPEB - Retiree’s Health Care Contribution 1,895,600 1,895,600 631,868 1,263,732 33.3%
Police Pension Trust Contribution - State Grant 500,000 500,000 - 500,000 0.0%
Appropriation to Police Pension Fund 570,000 570,000 190,000 380,000 33.3%
Street Lights 797,700 797,700 270,325 527,375 33.9%
Debt Service 660,800 660,800 377,649 283,151 57.2%
Transfers Out
Inventory Write-offs 10,000 10,000 10,000 - 100.0%
Capital Projects Fund 2,625,400 2,625,400 1,312,700 1,312,700 50.0%
Verizon Reserve 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0%
Uncollectibles: Trash & Other 50,000 50,000 50,000 - 100.0%
Total Expenditures 41,201,300 41,201,300 13,436,058 27,765,242 32.6%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 4,103,300 4,103,300 - 4,103,300 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 45,304,600 $ 45,304,600 $ 13,436,058 $ 31,868,542 29.7%
Reserve Balances
Contingency $ 720,300 $ 720,300 $ 721,947
(1) Property Taxes are the taxes billed and not cash received. The outstanding receivable balance as of 10/31/15 is $462,158
as compared to $454,184 in October 2014.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water $ 861,600 $ 861,600 $ - $ 861,600 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater 293,400 293,400 - 293,400 0.0%
1,155,000 1,155,000 - 1,155,000 0.0%
Revenues
Water Fees 6,200,000 6,200,000 2,057,450 4,142,550 33.2%
Wastewater Fees 3,728,000 3,728,000 1,382,669 2,345,331 37.1%
Wastewater Treatment Services 3,026,500 3,026,500 1,095,283 1,931,217 36.2%
Groundwater Inflow Adjustment 1,864,300 1,864,300 700,721 1,163,579 37.6%
Water Tank Space Leases 341,900 341,900 69,551 272,349 20.3%
Miscellaneous Service Fee 67,000 67,000 24,186 42,814 36.1%
Impact Fees - Water 250,000 250,000 92,592 157,408 37.0%
Impact Fees - Wastewater 250,000 250,000 81,876 168,124 32.8%
Total Revenues 15,727,700 15,727,700 5,504,328 10,223,372 35.0%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 16,882,700 $ 16,882,700 $ 5,504,328 $ 11,378,372 32.6%
Expenses
Water/Wastewater Operating Divisions
Engineering & Inspection $ 517,500 $ 517,500 $ 152,049 $ 365,451 29.4%
Water Department 673,300 673,300 204,075 469,225 30.3%
Water Treatment Plant 1,910,000 1,910,000 501,912 1,408,088 26.3%
Wastewater Department 968,600 968,600 260,354 708,246 26.9%
Kent County Treatment Charge 4,130,000 4,130,000 1,340,465 2,789,535 32.5%
Intrafund Service Fees 1,492,700 1,492,700 458,289 1,034,411 30.7%
Retiree's Health Care 178,600 178,600 59,532 119,068 33.3%
Debt Service 1,132,100 1,132,100 278,448 853,652 24.6%
Other Employment Expenses 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 0.0%
Bank & CC Fees 46,200 46,200 7,737 38,463 16.7%
Transfers Out
General Fund 850,000 850,000 283,333 566,667 33.3%
Contingency Reserve 32,000 32,000 - 32,000 0.0%
Water I & E Fund 1,800,000 1,800,000 900,000 900,000 50.0%
Wastewater I & E Fund 1,500,000 1,500,000 750,000 750,000 50.0%
Total Expenses 15,251,000 15,251,000 5,196,194 10,054,806 34.1%
Budget Balances
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 1,048,600 1,048,600 - 1,048,600 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - WW 583,100 583,100 - 583,100 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 1,631,700 1,631,700 - 1,631,700 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 16,882,700 $ 16,882,700 $ 5,196,194 $ 11,686,506 30.8%
Reserve Balances
Contingency-Water $ 137,700 $ 137,700 $ 105,424
Contingency-Wastewater $ 191,100 $ 191,100 $ 190,635
Impact Fee Reserve - Water $ 202,000 $ 202,000 $ 428,481
Impact Fee Reserve - Sewer $ 1,309,500 $ 1,309,500 $ 1,746,556
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.20) 4.30 4.30 5.97
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
Electric Revenue Fund Summary
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 6,177,600 $ 6,177,600 $ - $ 6,177,600 0.0%
Revenues
Direct Sales to Customers 78,279,200 78,279,200 29,665,832 48,613,368 37.9%
Utility Tax 1,281,100 1,281,100 489,705 791,395 38.2%
Weyandt Hall Rents 202,600 202,600 48,855 153,745 24.1%
Miscellaneous Revenues 725,200 725,200 388,543 336,657 53.6%
Interest Earnings 47,900 47,900 5,642 42,258 11.8%
Transfer from Rate Stabilization 3,000,000 3,000,000 750,000 2,250,000 25.0%
Total Revenues 83,536,000 83,536,000 31,348,577 52,187,423 37.5%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 89,713,600 $ 89,713,600 $ 31,348,577 $ 58,365,023 34.9%
Expenses
Power Supply & Generation
Hedged Energy $ 23,402,600 $ 23,402,600 $ 9,200,058 $ 14,202,542 39.3%
Power Supply Management 996,000 996,000 332,000 664,000 33.3%
Capacity Charges 10,225,100 10,225,100 3,537,574 6,687,526 34.6%
Dover Sun Park Energy 2,313,900 2,313,900 711,110 1,602,790 30.7%
Renewal Energy Credits (Incl. Solar) 1,036,800 1,036,800 126,069 910,731 12.2%
RGGI 175,000 175,000 - 175,000 0.0%
PJM Charges - Energy 7,966,100 7,966,100 996,772 6,969,328 12.5%
PJM Charges - Transmission & Fees 7,932,500 7,932,500 2,077,844 5,854,656 26.2%
Total Power Supply 54,048,000 54,048,000 16,981,427 37,066,573 31.4%
Plant Operations 6,434,600 6,382,900 1,929,587 4,453,313 30.2%
Generation Fuels 1,167,300 1,167,300 492,288 675,012 42.2%
Capacity Credits (10,472,100) (10,472,100) (3,016,487) (7,455,613) 28.8%
PJM Spot Market Energy (1,708,300) (1,708,300) (575,353) (1,132,947) 33.7%
PJM Credits (360,000) (360,000) (263,996) (96,004) 73.3%
Total Generation (4,938,500) (4,990,200) (1,433,961) (3,556,239) 28.7%
Total Power Supply & Generation 49,109,500 49,057,800 15,547,466 33,510,334 31.7%
Electric Operating Divisions:
Transmission/Distribution 4,068,600 4,068,600 1,162,083 2,906,517 28.6%
Electrical Engineering 1,335,800 1,335,800 354,798 981,002 26.6%
Administration 839,300 891,000 225,962 665,038 25.4%
Meter Reading 360,500 360,500 129,788 230,712 36.0%
Systems Operations 679,800 679,800 213,542 466,258 31.4%
Intrafund Services 3,738,500 3,738,500 1,194,908 2,543,592 32.0%
Utility Tax 1,281,100 1,281,100 489,705 791,395 38.2%
OPEB Trust Contribution - Unfunded Liability 1,030,000 1,030,000 - 1,030,000 0.0%
Retirees Health Care 537,800 537,800 179,268 358,532 33.3%
Interest on Deposits 20,500 20,500 6,531 13,969 31.9%
Green Energy Payment to DEMEC 128,000 128,000 48,398 79,602 37.8%
Accounts Receivable Write-Offs 200,000 200,000 200,000 - 100.0%
Other Employee Expenses 72,000 72,000 - 72,000 0.0%
Bank & CC Fees 242,300 242,300 90,814 151,486 37.5%
Debt Service 3,402,000 3,402,000 2,531,862 870,138 74.4%
Transfers Out:
General Fund 10,000,000 10,000,000 3,333,333 6,666,667 33.3%
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund 3,500,000 3,500,000 875,000 2,625,000 25.0%
Transfer to Insurance Reserve 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 0.0%
Transfer to Contingency Reserve 13,000 13,000 - 13,000 0.0%
Total Expenses 80,568,700 80,568,700 26,583,458 53,985,242 33.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 9,144,900 9,144,900 - 9,144,900 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 89,713,600 $ 89,713,600 $ 26,583,458 $ 63,130,142 29.6%
Reserve Balances
Contingency Reserve $ 844,600 $ 844,600 $ 824,520
Insurance Reserve $ 758,700 $ 758,700 $ 742,301
Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 4,602,600 $ 4,602,600 $ 6,771,430
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.25) 2.62 2.62 6.69
Megawatt Hours Sold & Purchased
Sales to Customers MWh (excluding Street Light MWh) 712,390 712,390 270,183 37.9%
Sales per MWh $ 109.88 $ 109.88 $ 109.80 99.9%
Purchased/Generated MWh 741,522 741,522 274,083 37.0%
All In MWh Supply & Generation $ 66.23 $ 66.23 $ 56.73 85.6%
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
General Capital Project Fund Summary
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Projects $ 154,800 $ 2,732,300 $ - $ 2,732,300 0.0%
Revenues
Interest Earnings 5,000 5,000 831 4,169 16.6%
Income from Sale of Assets 20,300 51,900 7,676 44,224 14.8%
Transfer from General Fund for Projects 2,625,400 2,625,400 1,312,700 1,312,700 50.0%
Total Revenues 2,650,700 2,682,300 1,321,207 1,361,093 49.3%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenue $ 2,805,500 $ 5,414,600 $ 1,321,207 $ 4,093,393 24.4%
Expenditures
Fire $ 145,600 $ 445,800 $ 445,594 $ 206 100.0%
Grounds Maintenance 201,100 267,100 - 267,100 0.0%
Life Safety 55,700 55,700 3,679 52,021 6.6%
Police 262,100 280,700 - 280,700 0.0%
Streets 1,428,500 3,652,800 717,567 2,935,233 19.6%
Sanitation 449,000 449,000 - 449,000 0.0%
City Manager 24,700 24,700 - 24,700 0.0%
Fleet Maintenance 84,000 84,000 - 84,000 0.0%
Bank Fees - - 217 (217) 0.0%
Total Expenditures 2,650,700 5,259,800 1,167,057 4,092,743 22.2%
Budget Balance - Projects 154,800 154,800 - 154,800 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 2,805,500 $ 5,414,600 $ 1,167,057 $ 4,247,543 21.6%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement Reserve $ 916,500 $ 916,500 $ 917,156
Parkland/Recreation $ 296,700 $ 296,700 $ 321,515
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water $ 833,500 $ 4,747,500 $ - $ 4,747,500 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater $ 1,027,600 $ 4,504,600 $ - $ 4,504,600 0.0%
Revenues
Miscellaneous Revenues - 20,200 61,432 (41,232) 304.1%
Interest Earnings 25,000 25,000 17,406 7,594 69.6%
Transfer from Operating Fund for Water 1,800,000 1,800,000 900,000 900,000 50.0%
Transfer from Operating Fund for Wastewater 1,500,000 1,500,000 750,000 750,000 50.0%
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve - Wastewater 165,000 165,000 - 165,000 0.0%
Total Revenues 3,490,000 3,510,200 1,728,838 1,781,362 49.3%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 5,351,100 $ 12,762,300 $ 1,728,838 $ 11,033,462 13.5%
Expenses
Water $ 2,028,600 $ 5,442,600 $ 1,150,666 $ 4,291,934 21.1%
Wastewater 1,822,100 5,299,100 833,971 4,465,129 15.7%
Bank Fees - - 1,170 (1,170) 0.0%
Total Expenses 3,850,700 11,026,100 1,985,807 9,040,293 18.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 617,400 773,400 - 773,400 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Wastewater 883,000 962,800 - 962,800 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 1,500,400 1,736,200 - 1,736,200 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 5,351,100 $ 12,762,300 $ 1,985,807 $ 10,776,493 15.6%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement - Water $ 518,500 $ 518,300 $ 511,825
Capital Asset Replacement - Wastewater $ 515,200 $ 512,700 $ 510,654
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 3,623,600 $ 6,684,100 $ - $ 6,684,100 0.0%
Revenues
Interest Earnings 26,700 26,700 11,606 15,094 43.5%
Transfer from Electric Revenue Fund 3,500,000 3,500,000 875,000 2,625,000 25.0%
General Service Billing 1,900,000 1,900,000 155,058 1,744,942 8.2%
Total Revenues 5,426,700 5,426,700 1,041,664 4,385,036 19.2%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 9,050,300 $ 12,110,800 $ 1,041,664 $ 11,069,136 8.6%
Expenses
Electric Generation $ 1,655,000 $ 2,299,800 $ 308,593 $ 1,991,207 13.4%
Transmission/Distribution 2,887,600 3,625,900 417,230 3,208,670 11.5%
Electrical Engineering 1,724,300 3,401,700 341,422 3,060,278 10.0%
Bank & CC Fees - 3,598 (3,598)
Total Expenses 6,266,900 9,327,400 1,070,843 8,256,557 11.5%
Budget Balance - Working Capital (Unaudited) 2,783,400 2,783,400 - 2,783,400 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 9,050,300 $ 12,110,800 $ 1,070,843 $ 11,039,957 8.8%
Reserve Balances
Depreciation Reserve $ 10,066,400 $ 10,066,400 $ 9,980,181
Future Capacity Reserve $ 10,218,000 $ 10,218,000 $ 10,130,543
City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
Community Transportation Improvement Fund
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 144,000 $ 512,900 $ - $ 512,900 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Revenue 500,000 500,000 47,940 452,060 9.6%
Interest Earned 500 500 39 461 7.8%
Total Revenues 500,500 500,500 47,979 452,521 9.6%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 644,500 $ 1,013,400 $ 47,979 $ 965,421 4.7%
Expenses
Program Expenses - Del Dot $ 644,000 $ 1,012,900 $ 190,983 $ 821,917 18.9%
Total Expenses 644,000 1,012,900 190,983 821,917 18.9%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 500 500 - 500 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 644,500 $ 1,013,400 $ 190,983 $ 822,417 18.8%
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
Police Grant Funds
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 125,000 $ 125,000 $ - $ 125,000 0.0%
Revenues
State & Federal Grants Received 527,300 527,300 133,217 394,083 25.3%
Interest Earnings - 209 (209) 0.0%
Total Revenues 527,300 527,300 133,426 393,874 25.3%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 652,300 $ 652,300 $ 133,426 $ 518,874 20.5%
Expenses
Cadet Program $ 80,300 $ 80,300 $ 26,137 $ 54,163 32.5%
Equipment & Program Supplies 410,600 396,600 14,279 382,321 3.6%
Technology Equipment 20,000 20,000 2,825 17,175 14.1%
Telephone/Fax 15,000 15,000 5,326 9,674 35.5%
Training/Conference/Food/Travel 17,000 31,000 16,472 14,528 53.1%
Consulting/Audit Fees 1,000 1,000 - 1,000 0.0%
Operating Transfers - Out 74,400 74,400 23,121 51,279 31.1%
Total Expenses 618,300 618,300 88,160 530,140 14.3%
Budget Balance - Working Capital (Unaudited) 34,000 34,000 - 34,000 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 652,300 $ 652,300 $ 88,160 $ 564,140 13.5%
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
Library Grant Fund
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 17,300 $ 17,300 $ - $ 17,300 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 278,900 278,900 - 278,900 0.0%
Federal Grants 2,500 2,500 2,500 - 100.0%
Total Revenues 281,400 281,400 2,500 278,900 0.9%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 298,700 $ 298,700 $ 2,500 $ 296,200 0.8%
Expenses
Program Expenses/Supplies-State Grants $ 26,600 $ 24,100 $ 7,247 $ 16,853 30.1%
Program Expenses/Supplies-Federal Grants - 2,500 - 2,500 0.0%
Office Supplies 24,000 24,000 12,269 11,731 51.1%
Printing/Duplicating 13,200 13,200 5,042 8,158 38.2%
Postage 100 100 - 100 0.0%
Books 129,200 129,200 - 129,200 0.0%
Furniture 3,100 3,100 3,315 (215) 106.9%
Audio Visual Supplies 75,100 75,100 9,548 65,552 12.7%
Training/Conference/Food/Travel 2,000 2,000 564 1,436 28.2%
Contractual Services 900 900 - 900 0.0%
Office Equipment/Repairs & Maintenance 6,000 6,000 4,554 1,446 75.9%
Other Equipment - Lease 1,200 1,200 612 588 51.0%
Total Expenses 281,400 281,400 43,151 238,249 15.3%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 17,300 17,300 - 17,300 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 298,700 $ 298,700 $ 43,151 $ 255,549 14.4%
City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
After School Program/Substance Abuse Prevention Fund
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 41,000 $ 41,000 $ - $ 41,000 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 55,700 55,700 14,015 41,685 25.2%
Recreation Revenue 33,000 33,000 16,282 16,718 49.3%
Total Revenues 88,700 88,700 30,297 58,403 34.2%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 129,700 $ 129,700 $ 30,297 $ 99,403 23.4%
Expenses
Temporary Help/Benefits $ 60,200 $ 60,200 $ 25,758 $ 34,442 42.8%
Program Expenses/Supplies 55,700 55,700 10,214 45,486 18.3%
Total Expenses 115,900 115,900 35,972 79,928 31.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 13,800 13,800 - 13,800 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 129,700 $ 129,700 $ 35,972 $ 93,728 27.7%
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2015
CDBG Fund
Revised 33%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance $ 2,100 $ 2,100 $ - $ 2,100 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 265,400 272,800 2,851 269,949 1.0%
Interest Earnings - - 51 (51) 0.0%
Total Revenues 265,400 272,800 2,902 269,898 1.1%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 267,500 $ 274,900 $ 2,902 $ 271,998 1.1%
Expenses
Closing Cost/Down Payment Program $ 60,000 $ 60,900 $ 20,000 $ 40,900 32.8%
Connection Community Supply Program 7,400 7,400 - 7,400 0.0%
Dover Interfaith Ministry 27,000 27,000 3,163 23,837 11.7%
MHDC Emergency Home Repair 88,200 88,200 - 88,200 0.0%
Habitat For Humanity 40,000 40,000 - 40,000 0.0%
NCALL Research Inc. - 6,500 - 6,500 0.0%
Peoples Place 6,800 6,800 - 6,800 0.0%
Salaries 36,000 36,000 - 36,000 0.0%
Total Expenses 265,400 272,800 23,163 249,637 8.5%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 2,100 2,100 - 2,100 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 267,500 $ 274,900 $ 23,163 $ 251,737 8.4%
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Monthly Report
October 2015
Economic Development Office
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2015_10
Calpine conference call
Attended Parking Committee Meeting
Attended North Street Design Meeting with Becker Morgan and DelDot
Reviewed Brunch and Lunch Façade exception request
Provided Advantech contact information to City Electric Director and discussed load
requirements for Advantech
Attended Greater Kent Committee Meeting
Toured the Downtown Development District with Kevin Barrett from KLNB Retail
Reviewed Calpine’s invoice
Teleconference with Brian DiSabatino regarding Downtown Development District
Reviewed parking lot issue with E-ZPass
Met with insurance agent to discuss DDP insurance coverage
Requested an appraisal of Loockerman Way Plaza from McGinnis Realty
Teleconference with Wayne Rossi from Edgewell to discuss Plant 1’s status and potential
redevelopment
Reviewed minority business list with Clay Hammond
Attended Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting
Met with Mayor to discuss Christmas lighting on West End
Attended DDP Bylaws meeting
Met with Director of Schwartz Theatre and did walk around to discuss parking
Attended DEDO seminar
Met with Mike Maupin and City Planner to discuss housing plans in the Downtown Development
District
Met with Joe Petrosky to discuss potential Downtown Development District projects
Attended the Eat, Drink & Buy Art meeting
Teleconference with Dean Pletz, the Onix Group, regarding incorporating State Street Commons
into the Downtown Development District
Provided Kent County Economic Development Office with information regarding Downtown
Development District grant recipients
Assisted Produce Junction getting corrected Delaware Business License
Attended Tourism Board Meeting
Met with owner of Priscilla Block building and Police Chief to discuss security issues
Attended Plate Local meeting at Harrington Raceway
Attended initial Capital Gateway planning meeting
Attended Kent County Economic Summit overview meeting
Discussed potential SunRoc utilization with Martin Cain from Dylan Energy
Met with Brian DeSabatino and gave tour of Downtown Development District and Garrison Oak
Technology Park
Presented the Economic Development Office Benchmarks to Legislative and Finance Committee
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Chaired Restoring Central Dover Economic Development Working Group meeting, Dr. Mike
Casson presented the African American Business and Work Force Inclusion & Engagement
Report
Attended Bayhealth Board of Advisors meeting
Met with Councilman Anderson to discuss New Year’s Eve event
Met with Plant Manager for Kraft Heinz Foods with City Manager and representative from DEDO
to discuss the plant’s future in Dover
Measures:
1 Maintain an unemployment rate for the City of Dover that is lower than national and state
averages
2013-2014 Actual 2014-2015 Actual 2015 - 2016 Actual
Results <10% unemployment rate in < 10% unemployment rate in <10% unemployment rate in
June 2014 June 2015 June 2016
6.1 % - US Rate 5.3 % - US Rate 5.0% - US Rate
6.9 % - DE Rate 4.7 % - DE Rate 5.1 % - DE Rate
8.3% - City of Dover Rate 7.4% - City of Dover Rate 7.0% - City of Dover Rate
June 2014 Actual June 2015 Actual October 2015 Actual
2 Monitor number of contacts with small businesses and with out-of-town companies
interested in locating in Dover
2013-2014 Actual 2014-2015 Actual 2015 - 2016 Actual
Results ≥20 contacts with potential >20 contacts with potential >20 contacts with potential
small businesses; small businesses; small businesses;
23 contacts YTD 20 Contacts YTD 12 Contacts YTD
≥11 contacts with out-of-town >11 contacts with out-of-town >11 contacts with out-of-town
companies interested in companies interested in companies interested in
locating in Dover locating in Dover locating in Dover
13 Contacts YTD 16 Contacts YTD 11 Contacts YTD
2015_10 Downtown Dover Partnership
Provided technical assistance to six (6) prospective small business individuals on overall business
development within the Downtown Dover Business District
On-going technical assistance to three (3) prospective small business individuals on locating
available space within the downtown district to lease
Provided twenty-one (21) hours of Technical Assistance to merchants located in the Downtown
Business Corridor
Updated the DDD Vacancy Count for October 2015
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Submitted a second series of work orders (Electrical, Stage, Trash services and tree lighting) to
City for the Halloween Festival
Submitted work orders (Electrical and Trash services) for First Friday in October Event
Assisted with the dissemination of MLK Fall Festival information/flyer
Attended the Delaware Latino Summit
Met with Javier Torrijos from the Delaware Hispanic Commission regarding the Delaware Latino
Summit
Attended the Capital Holiday Celebration Meeting
Coordinated the logistics (work orders, permit, etc.) for Tiffanee’s Anniversary Celebration
Met with Andrea Trabelsi to discuss the Capital Gateway Study
Completed logistics for the Veteran’s Parade
Met with Stuart Knapp from the Dover German Club to discuss their October Fest Event
Met with Dave Anderson to discuss the New Year’s Event sponsored by the Youth Advisory
Committee
Met with George Jamar to discuss the West Side Project Tree Lighting arrangements
Attended the Marketing and Promotion Committee Meeting
Met with Lisa Fitzgerald from the USDA to discuss Grant Reports
Coordinated the Grand Opening for the Grey Fox Grille
Assisted Wesley College with disseminating Wesley Homecoming Parade information
Processed Referral from Megan Raden from PWC/State & Local/Tax Services
Continued working with Diane Laird on the development of the 134 W. Loockerman Pop Up
Project
Processed Façade Grant Petition from the Brunch N Lunch Café
Attended the Governor’s Economic Development Conference 2015
Teleconference with Teresa Cox from Public Health regarding Temporary Food Service
Application Permits
Met with Clay Hammond to discuss the Asset Based Community Organization Initiative
Met with Tamika Graham to discuss the Division Street Corridor Study
Telephone conference with Anita Evans regarding the Downtown Parking Study
Provided aerial photos of Loockerman Street to Ann Camper from Becker Morgan for a
development project.
Worked with the Schwartz Center staff on development of parking materials
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MONTHLY REPORT
SEPTEMBER 2015
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Date Range: From 09/01/2015 to 09/30/2015
Incident Run Log Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department Sorted by: Not selected
Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
09/01/2015 30046 2015-000897 09:43 834 S GOVERNORS AVE Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/01/2015 30046 2015-000898 12:09 1200 N DUPONT HWY Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.3
09/01/2015 30046 2015-000899 16:41 1486 FORREST AVE System malfunction, other 0.1
09/02/2015 30046 2015-000900 08:45 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
09/02/2015 30046 2015-000901 10:09 1165 N DUPONT HWY 1 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 2.2
09/02/2015 30046 2015-000902 14:10 1175 MCKEE RD Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other 1.3
09/02/2015 30046 2015-000903 20:20 406 COUNTRY DR Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 0.5
09/02/2015 30046 2015-000904 22:48 CHESTNUT GROVE RD Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.5
09/03/2015 30046 2015-000905 11:48 1832 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/03/2015 30046 2015-000906 22:28 193 MASSEY DR CO detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/04/2015 30046 2015-000907 07:58 1441 N DUPONT HWY Passenger vehicle fire 0.5
09/04/2015 30046 2015-000908 08:02 COURT ST Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 0.3
09/05/2015 30046 2015-000909 11:26 120 N STATE ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
09/05/2015 30046 2015-000910 17:59 103 MOURNING DOVE LN Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/05/2015 30046 2015-000911 21:32 118 ROOSEVELT AVE Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire 0.4
09/06/2015 30046 2015-000912 02:36 21 N STATE ST Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
09/06/2015 30046 2015-000913 08:25 655 S BAY RD Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.8
09/06/2015 30046 2015-000914 10:56 151 SHEFFIELD DR Public service assistance, other 0.4
09/07/2015 30046 2015-000915 01:51 144 KINGS HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/07/2015 30046 2015-000916 16:49 413 COURT ST F False alarm or false call, other 0.5
09/07/2015 30046 2015-000917 19:42 466 BARRISTER PL Good intent call, other 0.2
09/08/2015 30046 2015-000918 09:41 175 Ababon drive Good intent call, other 0.6
09/08/2015 30046 2015-000919 10:57 221 FALMOUTH WAY Good intent call, other 0.4
09/08/2015 30046 2015-000920 13:40 NEW BURTON RD & WAPLES AVE Forest, woods or wildland fire 0.2
09/08/2015 30046 2015-000921 17:51 732 S STATE ST Power line down 0.3
09/08/2015 30046 2015-000922 20:52 1200 N DUPONT HWY Cooking fire, confined to container 0.8
09/09/2015 30046 2015-000923 02:00 Forrest ave Outside rubbish fire, other 0.2
09/09/2015 30046 2015-000924 07:38 850 NEW BURTON RD False alarm or false call, other 0.1
09/09/2015 30046 2015-000925 08:08 1574 N DUPONT HWY Good intent call, other 0.5
09/09/2015 30046 2015-000926 11:08 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
09/09/2015 30046 2015-000927 19:06 1001 WHITEOAK RD BLDG L Building fire 2.0
09/09/2015 30046 2015-000928 20:42 130 WOODBROOK RD Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 0.9
09/09/2015 30046 2015-000929 22:39 835 BAY RD Overheated motor 1.0
09/10/2015 30046 2015-000930 05:47 56 PAR HAVEN DR G False alarm or false call, other 0.3
09/10/2015 30046 2015-000931 11:17 36 COURTSIDE DR A Lightning strike (no fire) 0.4
09/10/2015 30046 2015-000932 11:18 104 SAULSBURY RD Lightning strike (no fire) 0.1
09/10/2015 30046 2015-000933 12:17 32 ROCKFORD CROSSING Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.3
09/10/2015 30046 2015-000934 15:40 77 SAULSBURY RD Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.3
09/11/2015 30046 2015-000935 10:16 1200 N DUPONT HWY Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.4
09/11/2015 30046 2015-000936 13:04 1 DOVER HIGH DRIVE False alarm or false call, other 0.3
09/11/2015 30046 2015-000937 14:47 1208 WOODROW CT Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 0.5
09/11/2015 30046 2015-000938 15:37 200 GARRISON OAK DR Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.2
09/11/2015 30046 2015-000939 15:37 1080 SILVER LAKE BLVD Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.4
09/12/2015 30046 2015-000940 17:12 120 N STATE ST False alarm or false call, other 0.0
09/12/2015 30046 2015-000941 22:14 835 BAY RD False alarm or false call, other 0.4
09/13/2015 30046 2015-000942 00:04 900 KENTON ROAD Special type of incident, other 0.9
09/13/2015 30046 2015-000943 00:51 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other 0.5
09/13/2015 30046 2015-000944 01:20 868 WOODCREST DR BLDG H Medical assist, assist EMS crew 0.7
09/13/2015 30046 2015-000945 11:02 22 N QUEEN ST Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/13/2015 30046 2015-000946 12:50 1300 S FARMVIEW DR C Good intent call, other 0.3
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000947 00:32 383 N DUPONT HWY Good intent call, other 0.6
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000948 02:14 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000949 02:32 213 N BRADFORD ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000950 06:00 222 S DUPONT HWY Good intent call, other 0.3
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000951 11:47 15 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 0.5
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000952 13:16 451 NEW CASTLE AVE Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000953 14:33 500 PERSIMMON TREE LA 6 Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000954 18:47 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/14/2015 30046 2015-000955 21:57 210 W DIVISION ST Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 0.3
Date: 11/13/2015 Page: 1 Time:10:33
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
09/15/2015 30046 2015-000956 11:08 35 UPLAND AVE Good intent call, other 0.4
09/15/2015 30046 2015-000957 14:19 41 POPLAR LA Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/15/2015 30046 2015-000958 22:00 430 COLLEGE RD 300 Good intent call, other 0.1
09/16/2015 30046 2015-000959 15:24 1080 SILVER LAKE BLVD Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.4
09/16/2015 30046 2015-000960 21:15 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
09/17/2015 30046 2015-000961 10:27 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
09/17/2015 30046 2015-000962 11:18 401 Doveview Drive Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.4
09/17/2015 30046 2015-000963 15:01 111 WOLF CREEK BLVD Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 0.7
09/19/2015 30046 2015-000964 00:33 CHESTNUT GROVE RD Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 0.6
09/19/2015 30046 2015-000965 11:02 21 S LITTLE CREEK RD Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
09/19/2015 30046 2015-000966 15:05 W DIVISION ST Vehicle accident, general cleanup 0.2
09/19/2015 30046 2015-000967 20:29 51 WEBBS LN C False alarm or false call, other 0.3
09/19/2015 30046 2015-000968 20:54 CAHOON BRANCH ROAD Passenger vehicle fire 1.5
09/19/2015 30046 2015-000969 22:42 526 RIVER RD Carbon monoxide incident 0.3
09/20/2015 30046 2015-000970 04:25 120 N STATE ST False alarm or false call, other 0.1
09/20/2015 30046 2015-000971 11:56 117 S KIRKWOOD ST Fires in structure other than in a building 2.4
09/20/2015 30046 2015-000972 13:41 1200 N DUPONT HWY Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.5
09/20/2015 30046 2015-000973 18:12 51 WEBBS LN A Good intent call, other 0.3
09/20/2015 30046 2015-000974 21:22 1300 S FARMVIEW DR I Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/21/2015 30046 2015-000975 13:54 255 WEBBS LN F False alarm or false call, other 0.3
09/21/2015 30046 2015-000976 19:29 1570 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.2
09/21/2015 30046 2015-000977 23:25 120 N STATE ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
09/22/2015 30046 2015-000978 12:23 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
09/22/2015 30046 2015-000979 12:41 35 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.3
09/22/2015 30046 2015-000980 19:38 834 S GOVERNORS AVE Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.2
09/22/2015 30046 2015-000981 23:38 120 N STATE ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
09/23/2015 30046 2015-000982 12:22 591 S DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other 0.5
09/23/2015 30046 2015-000983 15:27 200 GARRISON OAK DRIVE Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
09/23/2015 30046 2015-000984 17:22 N QUEEN ST & MARY ST Authorized controlled burning 0.3
09/23/2015 30046 2015-000985 18:18 708 BICENTENNIAL BLVD Special outside fire, other 0.1
09/23/2015 30046 2015-000986 21:23 329 N GOVERNORS AVE Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/24/2015 30046 2015-000987 08:09 318 EISENHOWER DR Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.6
09/24/2015 30046 2015-000988 08:48 591 S DUPONT HWY Vicinity alarm (incident in other location) 0.2
09/24/2015 30046 2015-000989 18:50 913 S DUPONT HWY Lock-in (if lock out , use 511 ) 0.1
09/25/2015 30046 2015-000990 12:45 120 N STATE ST Sprinkler activation due to malfunction 0.1
09/25/2015 30046 2015-000991 16:09 11 JANES CIRCLE Police matter 0.0
09/25/2015 30046 2015-000992 19:23 194 STONEWATER WAY Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/26/2015 30046 2015-000993 01:55 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
09/26/2015 30046 2015-000994 16:39 BICENTENNIAL BLVD EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 0.6
09/26/2015 30046 2015-000995 17:01 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/26/2015 30046 2015-000996 22:39 605 BAY RD False alarm or false call, other 0.6
09/27/2015 30046 2015-000997 01:28 1300 S FARMVIEW DR B Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
09/27/2015 30046 2015-000998 02:48 1570 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
09/27/2015 30046 2015-000999 10:17 138 N QUEEN ST Construction or demolition landfill fire 0.2
09/27/2015 30046 2015-001000 17:33 8 EVERGREEN DR Good intent call, other 0.2
09/27/2015 30046 2015-001001 19:13 1570 N DUPONT HWY Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.5
09/28/2015 30046 2015-001002 04:33 120 N STATE ST Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
09/28/2015 30046 2015-001003 07:45 1425 S FARMVIEW DR Good intent call, other 0.7
09/28/2015 30046 2015-001004 12:49 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
09/28/2015 30046 2015-001005 13:56 222 S DUPONT HWY Vehicle accident, general cleanup 0.6
09/28/2015 30046 2015-001006 17:56 923 SHANK RD Cooking fire, confined to container 0.8
09/29/2015 30046 2015-001007 01:30 536 SCHOONER WAY Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.4
09/29/2015 30046 2015-001008 09:01 1200 N DUPONT HWY Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
09/29/2015 30046 2015-001009 12:05 381 COLLEGE RD Toxic condition, other 0.4
09/29/2015 30046 2015-001010 15:38 401 KESSELRING AVE Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.2
09/29/2015 30046 2015-001011 15:51 245 N DUPONT HWY Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 0.2
09/30/2015 30046 2015-001012 10:38 233 W LOOCKERMAN ST & S BRADFORD Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.1
09/30/2015 30046 2015-001013 17:06 120 N STATE ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
09/30/2015 30046 2015-001014 19:45 156 S GOVERNORS BLVD Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
09/30/2015 30046 2015-001015 21:42 243 NORTHDOWN DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
Total Number of Incidents: 119
Total Length of Incidents: 47.3 Hours
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Date Range: From 09/01/2015 to 10/31/2015
Incident Type Report (Summary) Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
1 Fire
111 Building fire 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
112 Fires in structure other than in a building 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
113 Cooking fire, confined to container 16 6.67% $0 0.00%
116 Fuel burner/boiler malfunction, fire confined 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
121 Fire in mobile home used as fixed residence 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
130 Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
131 Passenger vehicle fire 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
132 Road freight or transport vehicle fire 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
138 Off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
141 Forest, woods or wildland fire 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
150 Outside rubbish fire, other 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
151 Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
153 Construction or demolition landfill fire 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
160 Special outside fire, other 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
162 Outside equipment fire 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
Totals 36 15.00% $0 0.00%
2 Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat(no fire)
251 Excessive heat, scorch burns with no ignition 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
Totals 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
3 Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incident
300 Rescue, EMS incident, other 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
311 Medical assist, assist EMS crew 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
321 EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
322 Motor vehicle accident with injuries 7 2.92% $0 0.00%
323 Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
324 Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
331 Lock-in (if lock out , use 511 ) 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
352 Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
353 Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 6 2.50% $0 0.00%
Totals 24 10.00% $0 0.00%
4 Hazardous Condition (No Fire)
400 Hazardous condition, other 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
411 Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 4 1.67% $0 0.00%
420 Toxic condition, other 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
424 Carbon monoxide incident 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
440 Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 5 2.08% $0 0.00%
442 Overheated motor 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
444 Power line down 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
463 Vehicle accident, general cleanup 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 23 9.58% $0 0.00%
5 Service Call
500 Service Call, other 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
521 Water evacuation 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
522 Water or steam leak 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
550 Public service assistance, other 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
551 Assist police or other governmental agency 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
552 Police matter 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
Date: 11/13/2015 Page: 1
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Date Range: From 09/01/2015 to 10/31/2015
Incident Type Report (Summary) Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
553 Public service 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
Totals 11 4.58% $0 0.00%
6 Good Intent Call
600 Good intent call, other 30 12.50% $0 0.00%
611 Dispatched & canceled en route 22 9.17% $0 0.00%
622 No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
631 Authorized controlled burning 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
641 Vicinity alarm (incident in other location) 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
651 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
Totals 58 24.17% $0 0.00%
7 False Alarm & False Call
700 False alarm or false call, other 17 7.08% $0 0.00%
710 Malicious, mischievous false call, other 5 2.08% $0 0.00%
730 System malfunction, other 5 2.08% $0 0.00%
731 Sprinkler activation due to malfunction 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
733 Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 10 4.17% $0 0.00%
735 Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 6 2.50% $0 0.00%
736 CO detector activation due to malfunction 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
740 Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 7 2.92% $0 0.00%
741 Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
743 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 16 6.67% $0 0.00%
744 Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
745 Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 8 3.33% $0 0.00%
746 Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
Totals 83 34.58% $0 0.00%
8 Severe Weather & Natural Disaster
800 Severe weather or natural disaster, other 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
814 Lightning strike (no fire) 2 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 3 1.25% $0 0.00%
9 Special Incident Type
900 Special type of incident, other 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
Totals 1 0.42% $0 0.00%
Totals 240 $0
Date: 11/13/2015 Page: 2
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
September 2015
Type Date Num Name
Ordinary Income/Expense
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Check 09/13/2015 1405 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 09/13/2015 1405 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 09/13/2015 1408 Dover Automotive
Check 09/13/2015 1408 Dover Automotive
Check 09/20/2015 1413 Chemco Distributors Inc.
Check 09/27/2015 1414 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 09/27/2015 1415 Dover Automotive
Check 09/27/2015 1415 Dover Automotive
Check 09/27/2015 1415 Dover Automotive
Check 09/27/2015 1416 Kunkel Auto Supply
Check 09/27/2015 1419 RJS Repair
Check 09/27/2015 1419 RJS Repair
Check 09/27/2015 1419 RJS Repair
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Command Vehicle
Check 09/13/2015 1411 Vaughan Fitch Graphics & Design
Total Command Vehicle
Electricity
Check 09/06/2015 1402 City of Dover Utility
Check 09/13/2015 1407 City of Dover Utility
Total Electricity
Gasoline
Check 09/13/2015 1405 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Total Gasoline
Heating Expenses- Gas
Check 09/06/2015 1401 Chesapeake Utilities
Check 09/13/2015 1406 Chesapeake Utilities
Total Heating Expenses- Gas
Other Equipment Repairs
Check 09/13/2015 1410 Municipal Emergency Services
Check 09/13/2015 1412 Witmer Public Safety
Total Other Equipment Repairs
Program Expenses
Check 09/06/2015 1403 Dell
Check 09/06/2015 1403 Dell
Check 09/13/2015 1412 Witmer Public Safety
Check 09/27/2015 1418 Motorola
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
September 2015
Type Date Num Name
Total Program Expenses
Radio Repairs
Check 09/13/2015 1409 Magnum
Check 09/13/2015 1409 Magnum
Check 09/27/2015 1417 Magnum
Total Radio Repairs
Small Tools
Check 09/27/2015 1420 T & T Small Engines
Total Small Tools
Uniforms
Check 09/06/2015 1404 Dover Army-Navy Store
Total Uniforms
Water/Sewer
Check 09/06/2015 1402 City of Dover Utility
Check 09/06/2015 1402 City of Dover Utility
Check 09/13/2015 1407 City of Dover Utility
Total Water/Sewer
Total Expense
Net Ordinary Income
Net Income
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
September 2015
Memo Clr Split
Ordinary Income/Expense
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Invoice # 10719DEL-Eng 6 check engine light City Fund Account
Invoice # 10723DEL-Ladder 2-Air Pressure City Fund Account
Invoice # 741135 City Fund Account
Invoice # 742676 City Fund Account
Metal Polish City Fund Account
Invoice # 10718DEL- Eng 4 work and DOT inspection City Fund Account
Invoice # 743970 City Fund Account
Invoice # 746206 City Fund Account
Invoice # 746909 City Fund Account
Invoice # 056476536 City Fund Account
Invoice # 3396- Brush 9 service City Fund Account
Invoice # 3371- Utility 2 service City Fund Account
Invoice # 3379- Utility 1 service City Fund Account
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Command Vehicle
Invoice # 1121 City Fund Account
Total Command Vehicle
Electricity
Acct # 44343-32052 City Fund Account
Acct # 44255-31966 City Fund Account
Total Electricity
Gasoline
Invoice # 1239DEL-Fuel City Fund Account
Total Gasoline
Heating Expenses- Gas
Station 2 from 07/28 to 08/26 City Fund Account
Station 1 from 08/05 to 09/03 City Fund Account
Total Heating Expenses- Gas
Other Equipment Repairs
Invoice # 00661320_SNV-Charger Holder City Fund Account
Invoice # 1642426-Streamlight cords City Fund Account
Total Other Equipment Repairs
Program Expenses
Invoice # XJFTDRPKS City Fund Account
Invoice # XJKRTDTP4 City Fund Account
Invoice # 1639286- MSA sensor City Fund Account
Invoice # 13079725 City Fund Account
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
September 2015
Memo Clr Split
Total Program Expenses
Radio Repairs
Invoice # 53097 City Fund Account
Invoice # 53391 City Fund Account
Removed radio,gas detector and charger from Command unCity Fund Account
Total Radio Repairs
Small Tools
Invoice # 78240 City Fund Account
Total Small Tools
Uniforms
Safety Boots for Parsell City Fund Account
Total Uniforms
Water/Sewer
Acct # 44345-32054 City Fund Account
Acct # 44341-32050 City Fund Account
Acct # 44253-31964 City Fund Account
Total Water/Sewer
Total Expense
Net Ordinary Income
Net Income
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
September 2015
Amount Balance
Ordinary Income/Expense
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
321.82 321.82
368.27 690.09
54.75 744.84
474.40 1,219.24
248.11 1,467.35
7,672.37 9,139.72
243.77 9,383.49
105.72 9,489.21
21.36 9,510.57
42.91 9,553.48
408.38 9,961.86
336.28 10,298.14
404.23 10,702.37
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance 10,702.37 10,702.37
Command Vehicle
340.00 340.00
Total Command Vehicle 340.00 340.00
Electricity
3,502.04 3,502.04
651.78 4,153.82
Total Electricity 4,153.82 4,153.82
Gasoline
25.00 25.00
Total Gasoline 25.00 25.00
Heating Expenses- Gas
42.91 42.91
329.88 372.79
Total Heating Expenses- Gas 372.79 372.79
Other Equipment Repairs
44.91 44.91
31.98 76.89
Total Other Equipment Repairs 76.89 76.89
Program Expenses
5,589.80 5,589.80
2,381.16 7,970.96
242.77 8,213.73
138.00 8,351.73
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
September 2015
Amount Balance
Total Program Expenses 8,351.73 8,351.73
Radio Repairs
98.00 98.00
170.00 268.00
170.00 438.00
Total Radio Repairs 438.00 438.00
Small Tools
66.00 66.00
Total Small Tools 66.00 66.00
Uniforms
89.55 89.55
Total Uniforms 89.55 89.55
Water/Sewer
53.50 53.50
14.49 67.99
23.98 91.97
Total Water/Sewer 91.97 91.97
Total Expense 24,708.12 24,708.12
Net Ordinary Income -24,708.12 -24,708.12
Net Income -24,708.12 -24,708.12
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FY 15-16 City Funded Account Balance Sheet
ACCOUNT BUDGET SPENT BALANCE
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance $ 85,300.00 $ 14,503.99 $ 70,796.01
Building Maintenace Supplies $ 1,500.00 $ 34.91 $ 1,465.09
Command Vehicle $ 50,000.00 $ 33,650.00 $ 16,350.00
Contractual Services $ 10,500.00 $ 10,500.00
Electricity $ 45,000.00 $ 11,627.69 $ 33,372.31
Gasoline $ 20,000.00 $ 2,932.41 $ 17,067.59
Heating Expenses- Gas $ 16,000.00 $ 339.81 $ 15,660.19
Medical Supplies $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Office Supplies $ 2,000.00 $ 41.99 $ 1,958.01
Other Equipment Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00
Program Expenses $ 37,000.00 $ 12,758.05 $ 24,241.95
Radio Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 77.60 $ 1,922.40
Safety & Security $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00
Small Tools $ 4,500.00 $ 4,500.00
Telephone $ 10,000.00 $ 1,654.29 $ 8,345.71
Training & Travel $ 10,000.00 $ 525.00 $ 9,475.00
Uniforms & Firefighting Gear $ 30,000.00 $ 511.16 $ 29,488.84
Water/ Sewer $ 3,000.00 $ 325.40 $ 2,674.60
Balance as of 09/08/15
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MONTHLY REPORT
OCTOBER 2015
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Date Range: From 10/1/2015 to 10/31/2015
Incident Run Log Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department Sorted by: Not selected
Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
10/01/2015 30046 2015-001016 14:02 200 Garrison oak drive Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.6
10/01/2015 30046 2015-001017 22:31 430 COUNTRY DR Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.4
10/02/2015 30046 2015-001018 06:22 437 BARRISTER PL Police matter 0.5
10/02/2015 30046 2015-001019 11:40 1 DOVER HIGH DRIVE Severe weather or natural disaster, other 0.6
10/02/2015 30046 2015-001020 13:00 83 CHATHAM CT Cooking fire, confined to container 0.5
10/02/2015 30046 2015-001021 15:29 411 S QUEEN ST Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
10/02/2015 30046 2015-001022 16:00 FORREST AVE W/O KENTON RD Good intent call, other 0.3
10/02/2015 30046 2015-001023 16:33 725 HORSEPOND RD Rescue, EMS incident, other 0.0
10/03/2015 30046 2015-001024 01:49 51 WEBBS LN BB Good intent call, other 0.4
10/03/2015 30046 2015-001025 09:50 1101 S DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other 0.3
10/03/2015 30046 2015-001026 17:13 1131 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
10/03/2015 30046 2015-001027 17:17 133 KENTWOOD DR False alarm or false call, other 0.2
10/03/2015 30046 2015-001028 17:19 123 N DUPONT HWY Power line down 0.4
10/03/2015 30046 2015-001029 17:41 146 LEXINGTON PL Good intent call, other 0.2
10/04/2015 30046 2015-001030 04:21 320 RAYMOND ST Hazardous condition, other 0.8
10/04/2015 30046 2015-001031 10:16 174 PRESIDENT DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
10/04/2015 30046 2015-001032 11:39 930 WHATCOAT DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
10/04/2015 30046 2015-001033 13:11 140 S STATE ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
10/04/2015 30046 2015-001034 16:25 825 WHITEOAK RD Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 0.3
10/04/2015 30046 2015-001035 18:09 1131 N DUPONT HWY Good intent call, other 0.0
10/04/2015 30046 2015-001036 18:35 10 FAIRWAY LAKES DR A False alarm or false call, other 0.3
10/05/2015 30046 2015-001037 07:18 14 MINERAL CT Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
10/05/2015 30046 2015-001038 07:47 132 TRANSPORTATION CIRCLE Good intent call, other 0.8
10/05/2015 30046 2015-001039 13:28 1 DOVER HIGH DRIVE Water evacuation 0.7
10/05/2015 30046 2015-001040 19:36 835 BAY RD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
10/05/2015 30046 2015-001041 23:08 465 COUNTRY DR Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.3
10/05/2015 30046 2015-001042 23:26 465 COUNTRY DR Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.7
10/05/2015 30046 2015-001043 23:27 W DIVISION ST Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.1
10/06/2015 30046 2015-001044 08:56 1575 MCKEE RD 102 Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
10/06/2015 30046 2015-001045 12:02 1200 N DUPONT HWY Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 0.4
10/06/2015 30046 2015-001046 16:12 515 N DUPONT HWY Public service assistance, other 0.3
10/06/2015 30046 2015-001047 19:36 N DUPONT HWY & LEIPSIC RD Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.7
10/07/2015 30046 2015-001048 00:08 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.7
10/07/2015 30046 2015-001049 00:20 120 N STATE ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
10/07/2015 30046 2015-001050 11:41 W DENNEYS RD Good intent call, other 0.3
10/07/2015 30046 2015-001051 14:18 411 LEGISLATIVE AVE Building fire 34.9
10/09/2015 30046 2015-001052 01:10 216 N STATE ST Service Call, other 0.0
10/09/2015 30046 2015-001053 15:05 COLLEGE RD Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.4
10/09/2015 30046 2015-001054 17:58 SR1 & MAIN TOLL PLAZA Road freight or transport vehicle fire 0.7
10/09/2015 30046 2015-001055 22:04 120 N STATE ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
10/10/2015 30046 2015-001056 11:25 101 BABB DR False alarm or false call, other 0.6
10/10/2015 30046 2015-001057 17:31 76 REPRESENTATIVE LN Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
10/10/2015 30046 2015-001058 21:29 820 CARVEL DR C Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
10/11/2015 30046 2015-001059 08:00 3000 LEMAY LA Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.1
10/11/2015 30046 2015-001060 22:11 435 NEW CASTLE AVE Good intent call, other 0.2
10/12/2015 30046 2015-001061 00:50 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
10/12/2015 30046 2015-001062 09:42 105 MONT BLANC BLVD Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.8
10/12/2015 30046 2015-001063 14:01 600 JEFFERIC BLVD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
10/12/2015 30046 2015-001064 14:12 301 Doveview Drive Public service 0.3
10/12/2015 30046 2015-001065 15:57 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
10/12/2015 30046 2015-001066 18:06 WYOMING MILL RD Medical assist, assist EMS crew 0.4
10/13/2015 30046 2015-001067 05:19 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
10/13/2015 30046 2015-001068 12:44 N LITTLE CREEK RD Outside rubbish fire, other 0.5
10/13/2015 30046 2015-001069 18:06 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
10/13/2015 30046 2015-001070 20:56 1365 N DUPONT HWY 3054 Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 0.7
10/14/2015 30046 2015-001071 15:49 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
10/15/2015 30046 2015-001072 10:26 23 SHINNECOCK RD Good intent call, other 0.5
10/15/2015 30046 2015-001073 11:09 120 N STATE ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
10/15/2015 30046 2015-001074 21:42 1365 N DUPONT HWY 2000 Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
Date: 11/16/2015 Page: 1 Time:10:08 AM
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
10/15/2015 30046 2015-001075 22:03 1570 N DUPONT HWY Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
10/15/2015 30046 2015-001076 22:24 2272 FORREST AVE Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.2
10/16/2015 30046 2015-001077 07:00 270 BEISER BLVD Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.5
10/16/2015 30046 2015-001078 07:51 32 KENTWOOD DR Assist police or other governmental agency 0.4
10/16/2015 30046 2015-001079 13:15 WESTVILLE RD. AND MOOSE Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire 1.1
10/17/2015 30046 2015-001080 01:33 202 SHEPHARD ST Fire in mobile home used as fixed residence 3.0
10/17/2015 30046 2015-001081 18:34 233 WEST LOOCKERMAN ST Good intent call, other 0.1
10/17/2015 30046 2015-001082 22:58 120 HAMAN DR Good intent call, other 0.2
10/17/2015 30046 2015-001083 23:30 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other 0.1
10/18/2015 30046 2015-001084 16:55 641 CHESTNUT GROVE RD Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
10/18/2015 30046 2015-001085 19:39 1700 E LEBANON RD Outside equipment fire 2.5
10/18/2015 30046 2015-001086 22:39 207 PINE ST Good intent call, other 0.2
10/18/2015 30046 2015-001087 22:59 211 S DUPONT HWY Power line down 0.1
10/19/2015 30046 2015-001088 09:50 324 E BROADSTAIRS PLACE Cooking fire, confined to container 0.7
10/19/2015 30046 2015-001089 14:24 631 RIDGELY ST False alarm or false call, other 0.2
10/19/2015 30046 2015-001090 14:35 655 BAY RD Good intent call, other 0.4
10/19/2015 30046 2015-001091 17:55 916 WILSON DR Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
10/20/2015 30046 2015-001092 09:29 1350 N DUPONT HWY Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
10/20/2015 30046 2015-001093 11:46 591 S DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other 0.6
10/20/2015 30046 2015-001094 15:10 301 MOCKINGBIRD AVE Good intent call, other 0.6
10/20/2015 30046 2015-001095 18:46 135 WILLIS RD Building fire 0.7
10/20/2015 30046 2015-001096 21:21 30 RIVERSIDE RD Overheated motor 0.6
10/21/2015 30046 2015-001097 03:02 506 S STATE ST System malfunction, other 0.4
10/21/2015 30046 2015-001098 13:58 156 MIFFLIN RD Good intent call, other 0.0
10/21/2015 30046 2015-001099 14:17 NEW BURTON RD Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 1.1
10/22/2015 30046 2015-001100 13:07 188 WILLIS RD Good intent call, other 0.2
10/22/2015 30046 2015-001101 18:06 640 S STATE ST Passenger vehicle fire 0.4
10/22/2015 30046 2015-001102 18:26 1656 NAULT RD Off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire 0.6
10/22/2015 30046 2015-001103 23:08 506 E LOOCKERMAN ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
10/23/2015 30046 2015-001104 01:20 120 N STATE ST Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.1
10/23/2015 30046 2015-001105 09:29 631 RIDGELY ST Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.3
10/23/2015 30046 2015-001106 10:29 1704 E LEBANON RD Good intent call, other 0.4
10/23/2015 30046 2015-001107 12:54 101 BABB DR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
10/24/2015 30046 2015-001108 12:56 430 KINGS HWY NE 1 Cooking fire, confined to container 1.2
10/24/2015 30046 2015-001109 14:30 1200 N DUPONT HWY Water or steam leak 0.8
10/24/2015 30046 2015-001110 17:27 105 THAMES DR Excessive heat, scorch burns with no ignition 0.0
10/24/2015 30046 2015-001111 21:36 632 N DUPONT HWY Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.9
10/25/2015 30046 2015-001112 13:24 238 MIFFLIN RD Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 0.5
10/25/2015 30046 2015-001113 23:39 1450 FORREST AVE Hazardous condition, other 1.0
10/26/2015 30046 2015-001114 14:47 KENTON RD Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.2
10/26/2015 30046 2015-001115 15:59 27 W LOOCKERMAN ST Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
10/26/2015 30046 2015-001116 19:59 1022 HAYES DR Good intent call, other 0.3
10/27/2015 30046 2015-001117 06:50 73 WASHINGTON ST Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
10/27/2015 30046 2015-001118 18:19 835 BAY RD False alarm or false call, other 0.4
10/28/2015 30046 2015-001119 19:44 1365 N DUPONT HWY 3054 Public service assistance, other 0.3
10/28/2015 30046 2015-001120 21:08 725 HORSEPOND RD Medical assist, assist EMS crew 0.0
10/29/2015 30046 2015-001121 07:52 710 BUCKSON DR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
10/29/2015 30046 2015-001122 11:24 1365 N DUPONT HWY 3000 Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.7
10/29/2015 30046 2015-001123 14:38 652 N. DUPONT HWY Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.3
10/29/2015 30046 2015-001124 17:07 301 Doveview Drive No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 0.3
10/29/2015 30046 2015-001125 20:41 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
10/30/2015 30046 2015-001126 05:19 245 MCKEE RD Sprinkler activation due to malfunction 0.8
10/30/2015 30046 2015-001127 13:34 1160 WALKER RD Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.4
10/30/2015 30046 2015-001128 15:04 120 N STATE ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
10/30/2015 30046 2015-001129 16:32 2703 FORREST AVE Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 1.1
10/30/2015 30046 2015-001130 20:48 1200 N DUPONT HWY Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.1
10/31/2015 30046 2015-001131 00:38 3997 HAZLETTVILLE ROAD Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.4
10/31/2015 30046 2015-001132 03:51 1131 N DUPONT HWY Assist police or other governmental agency 0.1
10/31/2015 30046 2015-001133 11:52 30 WHITEMARSH CT Fuel burner/boiler malfunction, fire confined 0.9
10/31/2015 30046 2015-001134 19:38 1045 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 1.0
10/31/2015 30046 2015-001135 19:46 341 SAULSBURY RD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
10/31/2015 30046 2015-001136 23:46 46 FAIR WIND PL Good intent call, other 0.4
Date: 11/16/2015 Page: 2 Time:10:08 AM
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
Total Number of Incidents: 121
Total Length of Incidents: 85.9 Hours
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Date Range: From 10/01/2015 to 10/31/2015
Incident Type Report (Summary) Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
1 Fire
111 Building fire 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
113 Cooking fire, confined to container 7 5.79% $0 0.00%
116 Fuel burner/boiler malfunction, fire confined 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
121 Fire in mobile home used as fixed residence 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
131 Passenger vehicle fire 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
132 Road freight or transport vehicle fire 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
138 Off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
150 Outside rubbish fire, other 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
151 Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
162 Outside equipment fire 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 17 14.05% $0 0.00%
2 Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat(no fire)
251 Excessive heat, scorch burns with no ignition 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
3 Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incident
300 Rescue, EMS incident, other 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
311 Medical assist, assist EMS crew 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
322 Motor vehicle accident with injuries 6 4.96% $0 0.00%
323 Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
352 Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
353 Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 12 9.92% $0 0.00%
4 Hazardous Condition (No Fire)
400 Hazardous condition, other 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
411 Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
442 Overheated motor 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
444 Power line down 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
Totals 9 7.44% $0 0.00%
5 Service Call
500 Service Call, other 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
521 Water evacuation 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
522 Water or steam leak 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
550 Public service assistance, other 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
551 Assist police or other governmental agency 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
552 Police matter 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
553 Public service 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 9 7.44% $0 0.00%
6 Good Intent Call
600 Good intent call, other 18 14.88% $0 0.00%
611 Dispatched & canceled en route 8 6.61% $0 0.00%
622 No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
651 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 3 2.48% $0 0.00%
Totals 30 24.79% $0 0.00%
7 False Alarm & False Call
700 False alarm or false call, other 6 4.96% $0 0.00%
Date: 11/13/2015 Page: 1
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Date Range: From 10/01/2015 to 10/31/2015
Incident Type Report (Summary) Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
710 Malicious, mischievous false call, other 4 3.31% $0 0.00%
730 System malfunction, other 3 2.48% $0 0.00%
731 Sprinkler activation due to malfunction 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
733 Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 3 2.48% $0 0.00%
735 Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 3 2.48% $0 0.00%
740 Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 2 1.65% $0 0.00%
741 Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
743 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 12 9.92% $0 0.00%
744 Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
745 Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 5 4.13% $0 0.00%
746 Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 42 34.71% $0 0.00%
8 Severe Weather & Natural Disaster
800 Severe weather or natural disaster, other 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
Totals 1 0.83% $0 0.00%
9 Special Incident Type
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
Totals 121 $0
Date: 11/13/2015 Page: 2
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11/02/15
Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
October 2015
Type Date Num Name
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
City Quarterly Deposit
Deposit 10/29/2015 0242931
Total City Quarterly Deposit
Total Income
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Check 10/10/2015 1425 Dover Automotive
Check 10/10/2015 1426 Kunkel Auto Supply
Check 10/17/2015 1431 Staples
Check 10/18/2015 1433 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/18/2015 1433 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/18/2015 1434 Kunkel Auto Supply
Check 10/30/2015 1436 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/30/2015 1436 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/30/2015 1436 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/30/2015 1436 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/30/2015 1437 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/30/2015 1437 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/30/2015 1437 Atlantic Emergency Solutions
Check 10/30/2015 1438 Dover Automotive
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Building Maintenance Supplies
Check 10/10/2015 1423 City of Dover
Total Building Maintenance Supplies
Command Vehicle
Check 10/17/2015 1430 Magnum
Total Command Vehicle
Electricity
Check 10/10/2015 1424 City of Dover Utility
Check 10/17/2015 1429 City of Dover Utility
Total Electricity
Gasoline
Check 10/10/2015 1423 City of Dover
Check 10/10/2015 1423 City of Dover
Total Gasoline
Heating Expenses- Gas
Check 10/10/2015 1421 Chesapeake Utilities
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
October 2015
Type Date Num Name
Check 10/17/2015 1428 Chesapeake Utilities
Total Heating Expenses- Gas
Office Supplies
Check 10/10/2015 1423 City of Dover
Check 10/17/2015 1431 Staples
Total Office Supplies
Radio Repairs
Check 10/18/2015 1435 Motorola
Total Radio Repairs
Telephone
Check 10/10/2015 1422 Chief Technologies, LLC
Check 10/10/2015 1423 City of Dover
Check 10/10/2015 1423 City of Dover
Check 10/17/2015 1432 Verizon Wireless
Check 10/30/2015 1439 Verizon Wireless
Total Telephone
Uniforms
Check 10/10/2015 1427 Rush Uniform
Total Uniforms
Water/Sewer
Check 10/10/2015 1424 City of Dover Utility
Check 10/10/2015 1424 City of Dover Utility
Check 10/17/2015 1429 City of Dover Utility
Total Water/Sewer
Total Expense
Net Ordinary Income
Net Income
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11/02/15
Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
October 2015
Memo Clr Split
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
City Quarterly Deposit
2nd Quarterly Deosit City Fund Account
Total City Quarterly Deposit
Total Income
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Ref 747077- Ladder 1 City Fund Account
Invoice # 056477421- Ulimate Protect City Fund Account
Painters tape City Fund Account
Invoice # 10739DEL- Eng 3 Federal DOT Inspection City Fund Account
Invoice # 10809DEL- Install auto charger on 46-12 City Fund Account
Invoice # 056477521 City Fund Account
10832DEL- Eng 7 pump test City Fund Account
10833DEL- Ladder 1 pump test City Fund Account
10835DEL- Eng 4 pump test City Fund Account
10834DEL- Eng 2 pump test City Fund Account
10836DEL- Eng 3 pump test City Fund Account
10837DEL- Eng 6 pump test City Fund Account
10341DEL- Rescue 1 shelves City Fund Account
Invoice 754787- Battery for Brush 9 City Fund Account
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Building Maintenance Supplies
Absorbent City Fund Account
Total Building Maintenance Supplies
Command Vehicle
Lights and install for new Chief's vehicle City Fund Account
Total Command Vehicle
Electricity
Acct # 44343-32052 City Fund Account
Acct # 44255-31966 City Fund Account
Total Electricity
Gasoline
Unleaded fuel-August City Fund Account
Bio-Diesel fuel-August City Fund Account
Total Gasoline
Heating Expenses- Gas
Station 2 from 08/26 to 09/25 City Fund Account
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
October 2015
Memo Clr Split
Station 1 from 09/03 to 10/06 City Fund Account
Total Heating Expenses- Gas
Office Supplies
Postage charges for August City Fund Account
Binders for report City Fund Account
Total Office Supplies
Radio Repairs
Invoice # 13083590- Mission Critical Wireless Blue City Fund Account
Total Radio Repairs
Telephone
Cheif Messaging City Fund Account
Verizon phone charges- August City Fund Account
Cavalier phone charges-August City Fund Account
IPAD charges from 08/21 to 09/20 City Fund Account
IPAD charges 09/21 to 10/20 City Fund Account
Total Telephone
Uniforms
Uniform shirts for Chief Hall City Fund Account
Total Uniforms
Water/Sewer
Acct # 44345-32054 City Fund Account
Acct # 44341-32050 City Fund Account
Acct # 44253-31964 City Fund Account
Total Water/Sewer
Total Expense
Net Ordinary Income
Net Income
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
October 2015
Amount Balance
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
City Quarterly Deposit
70,675.00 70,675.00
Total City Quarterly Deposit 70,675.00 70,675.00
Total Income 70,675.00 70,675.00
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
39.92 39.92
9.75 49.67
13.98 63.65
11,775.86 11,839.51
2,731.48 14,570.99
21.20 14,592.19
449.75 15,041.94
438.50 15,480.44
324.50 15,804.94
324.50 16,129.44
324.50 16,453.94
324.50 16,778.44
9,061.58 25,840.02
179.98 26,020.00
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance 26,020.00 26,020.00
Building Maintenance Supplies
60.89 60.89
Total Building Maintenance Supplies 60.89 60.89
Command Vehicle
12,983.93 12,983.93
Total Command Vehicle 12,983.93 12,983.93
Electricity
3,521.53 3,521.53
683.89 4,205.42
Total Electricity 4,205.42 4,205.42
Gasoline
243.63 243.63
722.92 966.55
Total Gasoline 966.55 966.55
Heating Expenses- Gas
47.65 47.65
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
October 2015
Amount Balance
665.08 712.73
Total Heating Expenses- Gas 712.73 712.73
Office Supplies
20.37 20.37
47.45 67.82
Total Office Supplies 67.82 67.82
Radio Repairs
276.80 276.80
Total Radio Repairs 276.80 276.80
Telephone
342.00 342.00
279.91 621.91
26.89 648.80
390.16 1,038.96
300.20 1,339.16
Total Telephone 1,339.16 1,339.16
Uniforms
203.15 203.15
Total Uniforms 203.15 203.15
Water/Sewer
62.50 62.50
14.49 76.99
42.96 119.95
Total Water/Sewer 119.95 119.95
Total Expense 46,956.40 46,956.40
Net Ordinary Income 23,718.60 23,718.60
Net Income 23,718.60 23,718.60
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FY 15-16 City Funded Account Balance Sheet
ACCOUNT BUDGET SPENT BALANCE
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance $ 85,300.00 $ 51,217.36 $ 34,082.64
Building Maintenace Supplies $ 1,500.00 $ 95.80 $ 1,404.20
Command Vehicle $ 50,000.00 $ 46,973.93 $ 3,026.07
Contractual Services $ 10,500.00 $ 10,500.00
Electricity $ 45,000.00 $ 16,484.89 $ 28,515.11
Gasoline $ 20,000.00 $ 3,923.96 $ 16,076.04
Heating Expenses- Gas $ 16,000.00 $ 1,382.42 $ 14,617.58
Medical Supplies $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Office Supplies $ 2,000.00 $ 109.81 $ 1,890.19
Other Equipment Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 76.89 $ 1,923.11
Program Expenses $ 37,000.00 $ 13,138.82 $ 23,861.18
Radio Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 792.40 $ 1,207.60
Safety & Security $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00
Small Tools $ 4,500.00 $ 66.00 $ 4,434.00
Telephone $ 10,000.00 $ 2,993.45 $ 7,006.55
Training & Travel $ 10,000.00 $ 525.00 $ 9,475.00
Uniforms & Firefighting Gear $ 30,000.00 $ 714.31 $ 29,285.69
Water/ Sewer $ 3,000.00 $ 469.33 $ 2,530.67
Balance as of 11/01/15
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Dover Police Department
Monthly Report
To
Mayor and City Council
“To Protect and Serve”
October 2015
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DEPARTMENT OF POLICE
Paul M. Bernat 400 South Queen Street
Chief of Police Dover, Delaware 19904
F.B.I.N.A. 302-736-7111
Fax: 302-672-1842
December 14, 2015
Honorable Robin Christiansen, Mayor
Members of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Christiansen and Council Members:
The following is the monthly report for Dover Police Department activities for the month of October 2015:
COMPLAINTS
Total complaints received through October 31st, numbered 32,469 this is an increase of 2,947 complaints over the
same time period last year.
35,000 32,469
28,822 30,194 30,234 29,522
30,000
25,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
5,000
0
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
50
40
Cases Reported in October
30
Cases Cleared in October
20
5 Cases Cleared from Previous
10 6 5 3 1
1 4 4 Months
1 0 0 1 0 0 0
0
Burglary Robbery Rape Homicide Sudden Death
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Report to Mayor and Council
October 2015
Page 3
COMMUNITY POLICING - SAFE STREETS, QUALITY OF LIFE (QOL) & CADETS
SAFE STREETS ENFORCEMENT & Contacts
QOL
ABANDONED VEHICLES 1
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS/DUI’S 0
ASSIST OTHER 3 CADETS Contacts
WARRANTS ON FILE 0 PARKING 12
BIKE ON SIDEWALK 0 DCO’S 25
CITY PARK VIOLATIONS 0 OPEN CONTAINER 8
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 13 LOUD NOISE 0
DRUG RELATED ARRESTS 12 LEWDNESS 0
LOUD MUSIC 0 OTHER 5
MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS 0 BUSINESSES CONTACTED 33
PARKING VIOLATIONS 2 LIBRARY CHECKS 13
PEDDLER 0 COMPLAINTS ASSIGNED 22
MEETINGS 96 SPECIAL EVENT 2
GUNS 3 TOTAL CONTACTS 120
CURFEW CHECKS 64
CRIME PREVENTION CHECK 2
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 3
WARNINGS 4
FUGITIVE 7
TOTAL CONTACTS 210
TRAFFIC ARRESTS
The department issued 10,953 traffic citations through this reporting period. This is a decrease of 2,791 citations
over the number issued during the same period last year.
20,000
16,173
14,809
13,503 13,744
15,000
10,953
10,000
5,000
0
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
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October 2015
Page 4
TRAFFIC CRASHES
Through October 31st, Dover Police investigated
1,515 traffic crashes. This is a decrease of 63 2,000 1,623 1,647
1,452 1,578 1,515
crashes investigated during the same period last
year. 1,500
1,000
500
0
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
911 CENTER
During the month of October, the Dover Police
Department handled a total of 10,398 calls
26% averaging 336 calls per day. Dispatchers
handled 2,705 calls on the 911 wireless lines, 620
calls on the 911 landlines, and 233 calls on the
911 Wireless
Voice Over Internet Protocol lines, the remaining
911 Landline
6,840 were administrative calls.
6% VolP
66% 2% Administrative
CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS
8,000
Through October 31st, we issued 5,279 city
7,000
ordinance summons, a decrease of 1,130
6,000
summonses over the same period last year. 5,000
*Note: Of those summonses issued in 4,000
August, 10 DCO’s were issued for 3,000
handicapped parking violations, 2 for fire 2,000
lane parking violations, 38 for false alarms 1,000
(0, for 1-2, 31, for 3-5 alarms, 6, for 6-9 0
alarms, 0, for 10-15 alarms, and 1, for 16 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015
or more alarms) and 10 for noise ISSUED 7,238 6,276 6,380 6,409 5,279
violations (2, for vehicle violations and 8, PAID 4,584 4,905 3,948 4,698 3,064
for residence violations).
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October 2015
Page 5
SEX OFFENDER STATISTICS/AUGUST
MONTHLY NON COMPLIANT
VERIFICATIONS NOTIFICATIONS
REVERIFICATIONS WARRANTS
TIER 1 0 0 0 0
TIER 2 19 1767 6 0
TIER 3 11 1573 9 0
ACTIVE SEX OFFENDERS THAT RESIDE IN THE CITY OF DOVER (please note, Tier 1 offenders are not
contacted by Dover Police Sex Offender Agents).
200
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
SEPTEMBER OCTOBER
TIER 2 178 181
TIER 3 71 70
Please visit our website at www.doverpolice.org for up to date information on crimes and activities in the City of
Dover.
Respectfully Submitted,
Paul M. Bernat
Chief of Police
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City of Dover
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
1 DRAFT PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2015-16
2 A RESOLUTION PROPOSING THAT COUNCIL MEMBERS AND CIVILIAN STANDING
3 COMMITTEE MEMBERS ACT AS A COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE ON A TRIAL BASIS
4 WHEREAS, in an effort to be more efficient and effective, to allow greater opportunity for
5 interaction and networking among elected officials and the civilian committee members, and to enhance the
6 decision making process by involving all members of City Council in discussions at the Committee level,
7 City Council has decided to temporarily set aside the Standing Committees as provided for in the Dover
8 Code and act as a Committee of the Whole on a temporary basis; and
9 WHEREAS, the Committee of the Whole, which would include all members of City Council and
10 the civilian members for the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement; Safety Advisory and
11 Transportation; Utility; and Legislative, Finance, and Administration committees, would be chaired by the
12 Council President. Each of the chairpersons of the four (4) standing committees would chair their respective
13 committee meeting and the civilian members would participate in only their committee’s discussions. The
14 Committee of the Whole would enable members to give detailed consideration to agenda items in a
15 committee setting. In a Committee of the Whole the results of votes taken are not final decisions, but have
16 the status of recommendations which City Council would consider further and vote on at its Regular
17 meeting, either as a discussion item or on Consent Agenda; and
18
19 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council and civilian members of the
20 Standing Committees will act as a Committee of the Whole on a trial basis beginning on January 26, 2016
21 and, if Council chooses to adopt this meeting format, an Ordinance amendment regarding the Standing
22 Committees will be presented for adoption prior to the Annual Meeting in May.
23 ADOPTED: *
24 S:\RESOLUTIONS-PROCLAMATIONS-TRIBUTES\2015\DRAFT\Resolution No. 2015-16 - Standing Council Committees to Meet as Committee of the Whole.wpd
25
26 ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN TIMOTHY A. SLAVIN
27 MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT
28 Actions History:
29 December 14, 2015 - Scheduled for Introduction at City Council
P.O. Box 475 Dover, Delaware 19903
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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PETITION TO AMEND AND ZONING DISTRICT
First Reading before the
Dover City Council
December 14, 2015
Applicants/Owners: Halpern Family Property Investment, LP
Address: 1042 South Bradford Street (portion)
Location: West side of South Bradford Street south of Waples Avenue
Tax Parcel ID #: ED-05-077.17-03-14.00-000 (portion)
Size: 2,373 +/- Square Feet (8,000 SF of lot would remain
R-8)
Present Use: Residential Lot
Proposed Use: Parking for Commercial Use
Comprehensive
Plan Designation: Residential Medium Density (Rezoning request would qualify as a
minor variation)
Present Zoning: R-8 (One Family Residence Zone)
Proposed Zoning: C-1A (Limited Commercial Zone)
File Number: Z-16-01
Ordinance Number: 2015-24
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Department of Planning & Inspections
C-1A
C-1A R-8
Waples Ave
RGO
C-1A
Proposed Rezoned Area:
Approx. 30 feet
of rear of subject lot
Site
R-8
Governors Ave
R-8
R-8 Bradford St
C-2A
RGO
CPO
Title: Lands of Halpern FP
Address: 1042 S. Bradford St
Parcel ID: ED-05-077.17-03-14.00-000 (portion)
Existing Zoning: R-8 (One-Family Residence Zone)
Proposed Zoning: C-1A (Limited Commercial Zone)
Owner: Halpern Family Prop Invest LP Legend
Date: 11/25/2015 Zoning
Dover Parcels
« 0 50 100 200 Feet
Subject Property
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CITY OF DOVER
PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-24
1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
2 CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF A PORTION OF
3 THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1042 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET
4 WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within
5 the limits of the City of Dover; and
6 WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted use
7 of the property described below from R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) to C-1A (Limited
8 Commercial Zone).
9 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
10 OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
11 1. That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning
12 Ordinance of the City of Dover have been amended by changing the zoning designation from
13 R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) to C-1A (Limited Commercial Zone) on a 2,373+/- S.F.
14 portion of the property located at 1042 South Bradford Street. The rezoned portion is
15 adjacent to the west property line. The remaining 8,000+/- S.F. portion of the parcel, which
16 is 10,373+/- S.F. in its entirety, shall retain the R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) designation.
17 The property is owned by Halpern Family Property Investment, LP.
18 (Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.17-03-14.00-000; Planning Reference Z-16-01; Council District 2)
19
20 ADOPTED: *
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22
23 Actions History
24 December 14, 2015 - Scheduled for First Reading by City Council
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CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-21
1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL
2 MET:
3 That Chapter 82, Planning, of the Dover Code be amended by deleting the text indicated in red strikeout and
4 inserting the bold, blue text, as follows:
5 Chapter 82 - Planning
6 Sec. 82-1. - Planning commission.
7 There is hereby created a planning commission. The members of the planning commission shall be
8 appointed by the mayor, subject to confirmation by the council. The planning commission shall consist of
9 nine members serving three-year terms. Two members shall be selected from each council district and one
10 member shall serve from the city at-large. The terms of the members shall be arranged so that each year the
11 terms of three members shall expire, and the expiration date shall be on June 1. Incumbent members of the
12 planning commission shall continue to serve beyond the expiration of their term until a successor is
13 appointed by the mayor and confirmed by the council.
14 (Code 1968, § 2-68; Ord. of 10-12-1970; Code 1981, § 17-1; Ord. of 6-27-1994)
15 Charter reference— Power of council to create planning commission, subpart A, § 23.
16 State Law reference— Planning commission, 22 Del. C. §§ 701—711.
17 Sec. 82-2. - City planner.
18 There is hereby established the office of city planner who shall be selected by *the city council at its annual
19 meeting and employed at the pleasure of mayor and council. The city planner shall be directly responsible
20 to the mayor and council.
21 (Code 1968, § 2-68; Ord. of 10-12-1970; Code 1981, § 17-2; Ord. of 1-9-2006; Ord. of 7-24-2006(1); Ord.
22 No. 2009-24, 11-9-2009)
23 Sec. 82-3. - Planning services.
24 (a) Zoning verification letters/administrative interpretations. A zoning verification letter or
25 administrative interpretation will be provided by the city planner upon request to verify
26 the current zoning of a particular piece of property and the types of uses that are allowed
27 in that zoning district. A request for a zoning verification letter or administrative
28 interpretation shall be submitted using forms provided by the planning office. Fees related
29 to zoning verification letters shall be as provided for in Appendix F - Fees and Fines.
30 (b) Content. A zoning verification letter or administrative interpretation may contain the
31 following information based upon the request received:
32 (1) The zoning district of the property and any zoning overlay districts applicable to the
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33 property.
34 (2) Verification that a particular use is permitted within the property's zoning district.
35 (3) A list of permitted uses in the zoning district.
36 (4) Identification of any current Notice of Violations issued for code enforcement violations
37 on the subject property.
38 (5) Any other requested information determined by the city planner to be within the scope
39 of this section.
40 (c) Appeal of zoning verification letter or administrative interpretation. Any determination made
41 by the city planner may be appealed to the board of adjustment in accordance with the
42 provisions of Appendix B - Zoning, Article 9 - Board of Adjustment, Section 2.2 - Appeal
43 of administrative order, requirement, decision or determination.
44 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
45 That Appendix F, Fees and Fines, of the Dover Code be amended by deleting the text indicated in red
46 strikeout and inserting the bold, blue text, as follows:
47 Description Fees and Fines (in dollars)
48 Chapter 82 - Planning
49 Sec. 82-3 Planning services
(a) Zoning verification letters/ $50.00 per
administrative interpretations letter/interpretation
50 Appendix B - Zoning, Article 8 - Enforcement and Penalties
51 Sec. 2 Certificates of occupancy
Subsec 2.4 Certificate of occupancy for All $40.00 60.00
properties zoned single-family one-
family residential uses.....
Temporary certificate of occupancy $75.00 for a maximum of 45
for one-family residential uses days. Fee applies for any
extensions beyond 45 days
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Certificate of occupancy for uses All $40.00 75.00 for the first
other property in other zoning 20,000 square feet of building
classifications, other than single-family area,
one-family residential uses ..... plus the sum of $10.00 15.00
for each additional 10,000
square feet of building area in
excess of the first 20,000
square feet or multiple
thereof.
Temporary certificate of occupancy $100.00 for a maximum of
for uses other than one-family 45 days. Fee applies for any
residential uses extensions beyond 45 days
52 ADOPTED: *
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54 SYNOPSIS
55 The amendment adds new revenue sources.
56 (SPONSORS: LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE)
57 (SPONSORS: * HUTCHISON AND HARE)
58 Actions History
59 12/14/2015 - Scheduled for Final Reading at the City Council meeting
60 11/23/2015 - Introduced at the City Council meeting
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CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2015-22
1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL
2 MET:
3 That Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article II - Electric Service, of the Dover Code be amended by inserting a new
4 Section 110-33. - Charge for discontinuing or restoring electric service, as follows:
5 Sec. 110-33. - Charge for discontinuing or restoring electric service.
6 (a) Maintenance and repair. There will be no charge for turning on or off any electric service for
7 maintenance and repair purposes if done between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. There will
8 be a charge as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines, for all service calls between 5:00 p.m.
9 and 7:00 a.m.
10 (b) Nonpayment. There will be a service charge as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines paid
11 prior to turning on any electric service discontinued for nonpayment.
12 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
13 That Appendix F - Fees and Fines, of the Dover Code be amended by deleting the text indicated in red
14 strikeout and inserting the bold, blue text, as follows:
15 APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES
16 Unless specifically provided otherwise, or the context thereof so dictates, each day any violation of any
17 provision of this Code or any ordinance shall continue shall constitute a separate offense. Fines not paid
18 within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued, shall be automatically
19 doubled in amount.
Fees and Fines (in
20
dollars)
21 SUBPART A—CHARTER
22 Article II—Mayor and Council
23 Sec. 18 Ordinances authorized; maximum penalty for violation $ 1,000.00
24 Correction to Appendix F-Maximum penalty removed from Charter July 8, 2009 (77 Del. Laws, c. 130, § 16)
Fees and Fines
25 SUBPART B - RELATED LAWS
26 Sec. 2 - Licenses
Not in excess of
Subsec. (c) - Fines - Operating a business without a license
$100.00
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Fees and Fines
27 CODE OF ORDINANCES
28 Chapter 1 - General Provisions
29 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
30 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
Not less than
31 Sec. 1-17 - General Penalty; separate offenses; unpaid fines $25.00, nor more
than $1,000.00
Fees and Fines
32 Chapter 10 - Alcoholic Beverages
33 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
34 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
35 Sec. 10-1 - Consumption or possession
Subsec. (c) - Underage persons $100.00
Fees and Fines
36 Chapter 18 - Animals
37 Mandatory and nonsuspendable fine of at least the minimum fine for each offense. Fines not paid
38 within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued, shall be
39 automatically doubled in amount.
Not less than
40 Sec. 18-3 - Keeping swine; for each violation $25.00 or more
than $100.00
Not less than
41 Sec. 18-4 - Running at-large; for each violation $25.00 or more
than $100.00
Not less than
$25.00 or more
42 Sec. 18-5 - Dog licenses required; for each violation
than $1,000.00
Sec. 1-17)
43 Sec. 18-6 - Noisy animals or fowl
Not less than
$50.00 or more
than $100.00 shall
Subsec. (b) - Notice; abatement; fine
be subject to a fine
until such
nuisance is abated
Not less than
44 Sec. 18-7 - Hitching to public trees; for each violation
$10.00 Or more
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than $100.00
45 Sec. 18-8 - Excrement
Not less than
$25.00 or more
Subsec. (g) - Violations; penalties
than $1,000.00
Sec. 1-17)
46 Sec. 18-9 - Vicious dogs and animals - Generally
Subsec. (f) - Violations; penalties; for each violation $100.00
47 Sec. 18-12 - Cruelty
Subsec. (6) - Violations; penalties; for each violation $100.00
48 Sec. 18-13 - Public nuisances
Not less than
Subsec. (d) - Violations; penalties; for each violation $25.00 or more
than $100.00
49 Sec. 18-16 - Keeping bees
Not less than
Subsec. (m) - Violations; penalties, for each violation $25.00 or more
than $100.00
Fees and Fines
50 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article III—Building Code
51 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
52 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
53 Sec. 22-61 - Adopted (International Building Code)
Sec. 105.5.1 - Expiration; Additional 180 day extensions may be $25.00 per 180 -
granted with payment of a renewal fee day extension
Fine of not less
Sec. 113.4 - Violation penalties; Each day that a violation continues than $100.00 or
shall be deemed a separate offense more than
$10,000.00
Sec. 114.3 - Unlawful continuance
First offense $100.00
Second offense $250.00
Third offense $500.00
No less than
$1,000.00 and no
Fourth and subsequent offenses
more than
$10,000.00
54 Sec. 22-65 - Permit fees
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55 Fees shall double in the event that a permit is applied for after construction has commenced without the
56 permission of the building inspector. The building inspector may waive the doubling of fees in cases
57 where the building permit applicant is not a professional contractor, and the work is not being done by
58 a professional contractor.
$25.00 for first $1,000.00 of costs and
$8.00 for each additional $1,000.00 of
costs or multiples thereof up to
$10,000,000.00 of costs, $6.00 for
each additional $1,000.00 of costs or
Subsec. (a) - Building permits
multiple thereof up to
$20,000,000.00, and $5.00 for each
additional $1,000.00 of costs or
multiple thereof above
$20,000,000.00
$25.00 for first $1,000.00 of costs and
Subsec. (a) - Fence permits $8.00 for each additional $1,000.00 of
costs or multiple thereof
$0.50 0.75 per square foot of sign
Subsec. (a) - Sign permits area; minimum fee for each permit
$15.00 50.00
$25.00 for first $1,000.00 of costs and
Subsec. (a) - Swimming pool permits $8.00 for each additional $1,000.00 of
costs or multiple thereof
Subsec. (a) - Demolition permits, any building
$50.00; $0.00 if condemned and
which is being demolished for the purpose of
required to be demolished by the city
vacating the land for future development or
or any public entity
construction upon the same
Subsec. (a) - Moving permits, each building $250.00
$20.00 per set of
Subsec. (a) - Construction plan reviews, nonresidential (Not subject
plans
to doubling)
Subsec. (b) - Reinspections (Not subject to doubling)
First reinspection ..... $0.00
Second reinspection ..... $25.00
Third reinspection ..... $50.00
Any subsequent reinspection ..... $100.00
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Fees and Fines
59 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article IV - Electrical Installations
60 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
61 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
Not less than
$25.00 or more
62 Sec. 22-110 - Violations
than $1,000.00
(Sec. 1-17)
Fees and Fines
63 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article V—Mechanical Code
64 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
65 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
66 Sec. 22-145 - Heating, air conditioning, and heat pump permit fees
67 Fees shall double in the event that a permit is applied for after construction has commenced without
68 the permission of the building inspector.
$30.00 40.00 first
10,000 BTUs and
$5.00 7.00 each
Subsec. (a) - Heating permit
additional 10,000
BTUs or multiple
thereof
$30.00 40.00 per
ton for the first
five tons and
Subsec. (a) - Air conditioning permit $5.00 7.00 per
ton over five tons
or multiple
thereof
$15.00 40.00 first
10,000 BTUs and
$2.50 7.00 for
each additional
10,000 BTUs or
multiple thereof
or $40.00 per
Subsec. (a) - Heat pump permit
ton for the first
five tons and
$7.00 per ton
over five tons or
multiples
thereof and an
additional
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$15.00 for the
first five tons
and $2.50 per
ton for over five
tons or multiple
thereof
Fees and Fines
69 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article VI - Plumbing Code
70 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
71 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
72 Sec. 22-185 - Permit fees
73 Fees shall double in the event that a permit is applied for after construction has commenced without
74 the permission of the building inspector. The building inspector may waive the doubling of fees in
75 cases where the building permit applicant is not a professional contractor, and the work is not being
76 done by a professional contractor.
Subsec. (a) - Enumerated
$25.00 35.00 first
five fixtures and
Fixtures $2.00 3.00 for
each additional
fixture
A minimum fee
Garbage disposal and hot water heaters
of $25.00 35.00
$20.00 30.00 for
first 150 feet and
$0.50 0.75 for
Gas, water and sewer inspection underground
each additional
ten feet or
multiple thereof
Fees and Fines
77 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article VIII - Leases
78 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
79 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
80 Sec. 22-251 - Unlawful leases
Subsec. (g) - Violations; penalties
First offense $50.00
Each subsequent offense $100.00
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Fees and Fines
81 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article IX - Lodging Houses, Division 2 - Permit
82 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
83 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
84 Sec. 22-301 - Generally
Subsec. (b) - Expiration; fee
$50.00 for the
If the permit fee is not paid on the date due, the permittee
first ten rooms
shall incur a penalty fee of ten percent per month of the
and $5.00 for
amount of the license fee until the same is paid. Annual
each additional
permit fee
room.
$50.00 for the
If the dormitory permit fee is not paid on the date due, the
first ten rooms
permittee shall incur a penalty fee of ten percent per month
and $2.50 for
of the amount of the license fee until the same is paid.
each room
Annual dormitory permit fee
thereafter.
A penalty fee in
the amount of ten
percent per
Subsec. (c) - Failure to pay on due date month of the
amount of the
license fee until
the same is paid.
Subsec. (d) - Reinstatement fee $100.00
Fees and Fines
85 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article X - Rental Dwellings, Division 2 - Permit
86 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
87 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
88 Sec. 22-332 - Inspection required
Subsec. (b) - Reinspection fee (Not subject to doubling)
First follow-up inspection $0.00
Each subsequent reinspection, per inspection $50.00
89 If the permit fee is not paid on the date due, the permittee shall incur a penalty fee of ten percent per
90 month of the amount of the license fee until the same is paid.
91 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
92 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
93 Sec. 22-351—Generally
Subsec. (a) - Single-family dwellings, annual permit
Single-family detached dwelling, each dwelling $90.00 100.00
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Single-family attached dwelling, each dwelling $70.00 80.00
Subsec. (b) - Multiple-family dwellings, annual permit
Multiple dwellings consisting of three or less dwelling units $90.00 100.00
Multiple dwellings consisting of four or more dwelling units:
For the first three dwelling units $90.00 100.00
For each additional dwelling unit in excess of three $30.00 35.00
Condominium units and accessory apartments located within
$30.00 35.00
structures principally used for owner occupancy, each
A penalty fee in
the amount of ten
percent per
Subsec. (c) - Late payment penalty month of the
amount of the
license fee until
the same is paid.
Subsec. (d) - Reinstatement fee $100.00
Fees and Fines
94 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article XI - Dangerous Buildings
95 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
96 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
97 Sec. 22-386 - Violations; penalties for disregarding notices or orders
Subsec. (a) - Violations by owner, each offense, minimum $100.00
Subsec. (b) - Violations by occupant or lessee, each offense,
$100.00
minimum
Subsec. (c) - Removal of notice, each offense, not to exceed ..... $100.00
Fees and Fines
98 Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, Article XII - Vacant Buildings
99 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
100 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
101 Sec. 22-403 - Registration and Registration Fees
Subsec. (a)(2)b.(ii) - Registration fee
Residential buildings and non-residential buildings <10,000
SF:
Buildings vacant one year or less $250.00 375.00
Buildings vacant for more than one year but less than
$500.00 750.00
two years
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Buildings vacant for more than two years but less $1,000.00
than five three years 1,500.00
Buildings vacant for more than four *three years
$3,000.00
but less than five years (*correction)
$2,000.00
Buildings vacant for five years or longer
5,000.00
Non-residential buildings $10,000 SF:
Buildings vacant one year or less $500.00
Buildings vacant for more than one year but less
$1,000.00
than two years
Buildings vacant for more than two years but less
$2,000.00
than five years
Buildings vacant for five years or longer $4,000.00
Fees and Fines
102 Chapter 26 - Businesses, Article II - Licenses
103 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
104 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
105 Sec. 26-35 - License required; fees
Subsec. (d)(1) - Businesses licensed
Advertising agency $95.00
Amusement operator $157.00
Architect $250.00
Attorney-at-law $313.00
ATM machines (third-party or off bank premises) $50.50
Auctioneer $157.00
Automobile race operator $375.00
Bank, or loan and trust company $313.00
Barber $63.00
each additional chair over two $4.00
Beautician $63.00
each additional chair over two $4.00
Broadcasting station $313.00
Broker $157.00
Car wash $188.00
Certified public accountant $250.00
Cesspool cleaner $125.00
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Chiropractor $313.00
Clinical social worker $96.00
$3.00
Coin-operated amusement machine owner
Per machine
$3.00
Coin-operated vending machine owner
Per machine
$125.00
Coin-operated electronic video machine
Per machine
Commercial sign business $125.00
Computer-related services $125.00
Consultant $50.50
Day care operator:
Center or home provider with greater than six
$50.50
children
Dentist $313.00
Distributor $63.00
Dray person or mover $125.00
Eating establishment and/or eating establishment operator $125.00
Employment agency $125.00
Entertainer:
One - three entertainers per group $50.50
Four - nine entertainers per group $95.00
Ten or more $125.00
Entertainment agent $188.00
Finance or small loan agency $250.00
Fitness trainer $69.00
Funeral director $250.00
Gaming position $155.00
Gas, light, power, cable TV and telephone company $938.00
General repairman $63.00
Health spa or health club $188.00
Home day care operator $25.50
Hotel:
Per room $9.50
Per suite $12.50
Income tax consultant $188.00
Incorporator $125.00
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Insurance adjustor office $125.00
Itinerant merchant, per event $41.50 100.00
Janitorial and cleaning service:
One - three employees $50.50
Four - nine employees $95.00
Ten or more employees $125.00
Landscape service company:
One - three employees $50.50
Four - nine employees $95.00
Ten or more employees $125.00
Laundry service operator:
Primary facility $125.00
Additional drop-off locations $50.50
Linen supplier $125.00
Manicurist $32.00
Manufacturer's agent or representative $125.00
Mercantile agency or collection agency $125.00
Mobile home park, per space $7.00
Motel, per room $7.00
Motion picture theater $188.00
Motor vehicle serviceman $95.00
Nursing, rest or convalescent home $188.00
Open market operator:
First 20 spaces, per rented space $22.50
21st - 50th space, per rented space $11.50
Each space over 50, per rented space $6.00
Outdoor tables, per table $6.00
Optometrist $313.00
Pawnbroker $188.00
Pest control services $95.00
Pharmacist $188.00
Photographer $125.00
Physical therapist $188.00
Physician and/or surgeon $313.00
Plant nursery and florist $95.00
Podiatrist $313.00
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$63.00/
Pool table operator, per table Maximum fee
$189.00
Printer $125.00
Private investigator agency $188.00
Professional counselor $63.00
Professional engineer $250.00
Professional land surveyor $250.00
Psychologist $313.00
Public accountant $188.00
Public stenographer $38.00
Publisher $313.00
Real estate broker, appraiser, and manager $157.00
Real estate development corporation $344.00
Real estate property manager:
One - three units managed $50.50
Four - ten units managed $125.00
Ten + units managed $125.00
Real estate salesperson or associated broker $50.50
Rental service $125.00
Sales representative $50.50
School and educational service (nonvocational) $63.00
School and educational service (vocational) $125.00
Scientific laboratory $250.00
Scrap and waste material service $125.00
Secondhand dealer of precious metals $125.00
Security service $188.00
Self-service laundry or dry cleaner $125.00
Shoe repairman $50.50
Sound truck, per hour $33.00
Tailor and garment service $50.50
Taxicab or bus operator:
First vehicle $26.00
Each additional vehicle $26.00
Tourist home, per room $7.00
Trailer park, per space $7.00
Travel agency $125.00
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Veterinarian $313.00
Warehouseman $250.00
Wholesale news agency $63.00
All other businesses not listed:
One - three employees $50.50
Four - nine employees $95.00
Ten - 50 employees $125.00
51 - 100 employees $313.00
$0.00046 of
aggregate gross
Subsec. (d)(2) - Manufacturers/contractors rate receipts/
Minimum fee
$125.00
$0.00046 of
aggregate gross
purchases for
Subsec. (d)(3) - Merchants/bottlers rate
resale/
Minimum fee
$63.00
rate of $0.00046
of the aggregate
gross receipts
(defined as
Subsec. (d)(4) - Sports betting and horse racing (Simulcast)
commission) for
each activity/
Minimum license
fee $125.00
A penalty fee in
the amount of ten
percent per
106 Sec. 26-42 - Penalty for late payment of license fee month of the
amount of the
licensee fee until
the same is paid
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Fees and Fines
107 Chapter 26 - Businesses, Article III - Going-Out-Of-Business Sales; Fire Sales
108 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
109 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
110 Division 1- Generally
Not less than
$25.00, nor more
Sec. 26-108 - Violations; penalties
than $1,000.00
(Sec. 1-17)
111 Division 2 - License
$25.00; renewal
Sec. 26-137 - Fees
fee $25.00
Fees and Fines
112 Chapter 30 - Code of Conduct and Ethics Commission, Article II - Code of Conduct
113 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
114 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
115 Sec. 30-33 - Prohibitions relating to conflicts of interest
Not to exceed
Subsec. (g)(1) - Criminal Sanctions, penalties
$1,000.00
Fees and Fines
116 Chapter 38 - Emergencies, Article II - Civil Emergencies
117 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued, shall
118 be automatically doubled in amount.
119 Division 3 - State of Emergency
Not less than $25.00,
nor more t h an
Sec. 38-84 - Violations; penalties
$1,000.00 (Sec. 1-
17)
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120 Chapter 42 - Environment
121 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
122 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
123 Sec. 42-2 - Noise
Not less than
Subsec. (d) - Violations; penalties $50.00 nor more
than $100.00
Fees and Fines
124 Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article I - In General
125 Sec. 46-1 - Means of egress
Subsec. (f) - Penalties
$25.00 first
offense $50.00
Any exit access, exit, or exit discharge, with the exception of
second or
a locked exit door, found to be in violation of this section
subsequent
offense
$100.00 each
Any required exit door found to be locked against egress
locked exit
126 Sec. 46-3 - Impairment of Fire Protection Equipment
$50.00 first
offense; $100.00
Subsec. (f) - Fines second and
subsequent
offenses
127 Sec. 46-7 - Preventable and malfunctioning alarms to the fire company
Should the
person notified
fail to appear at
said premises
within 30
Subsec. (b)(1) - Responsibility for malfunctioning and preventable minutes after
alarms, owner response, and corrective action; Generally being notified to
do so, the city
may charge the
owner of the
premises a fine of
$75.00
Failure to return
Subsec. (b)(2) - Responsibility for malfunctioning and preventable
documentation of
alarms, owner response, and corrective action; Malfunction
service/repair
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within the period
of time stated on
the notice of
violation, which
is satisfactory to
the fire marshal,
will result in
assessment
against the owner
of a fine for the
fire alarm
malfunction
Subsec. (c)(1) - Fine charges; multiple fire alarm malfunctions or preventable alarms;
Amount of fine
F i n e p e r
preventable or
Number of preventable or malfunctioning fire alarms
malfunctioning
fire alarm
Third $75.00
Fourth $100.00
Fifth $200.00
All over fifth, each $250.00
A $25.00 fine
may be assessed
to the owner of a
premises where
the fire alarm has
Subsec. (c)(2) - Fine charges; multiple fire alarm malfunctions or
been reset before
preventable alarms; Panel reset
t h e f i r e
department or
assisting fire
department
arrives
128 Sec. 46-8 - Maintaining a known violation or hazard
Not less than
Subsec. (c)(1) - Penalties; Any fines issued for violation of this $25.00, nor more
section than $1,000.00
(Sec. 1-17)
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129 Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article II - Fire Department
130 Division 1 - Generally
Fine of not less
than $25.00, nor
more than
Sec. 46-45 (b) - Failure to answer alarms, orders and perform duties $1,000.00 or by
orderly; Penalties suspension from
t h e f i r e
department or
both (Sec. 1-17)
Fees and Fines
131 Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article III - Fire Codes
132 Fees established in subsection (b) of this section shall be doubled in the event that a permit is
133 applied for after construction has commenced without the permission of the fire marshal. The fire
134 marshal shall waive the doubling of fees in cases where the permit applicant is not a professional
135 contractor and the work is not being done by a professional contractor.
136 Sec. 46-126 - Fire Prevention Permit
$12.00 for each
$1,000.0 0 o f
costs or multiple
thereof of the fire
protection
Subsec. (b) - Fee; Each applicant
system; provided
that a minimum
fee for each
permit shall be
$50.00
Subsec. (c) - Reinspection
First reinspection No charge
Second reinspection $25.00
Third reinspection $50.00
Any subsequent reinspection $100.00
Subsec. (d) - Fire signaling system inspection fee
$25.00 each fire
Certificate of inspection
alarm system
Exception: apartment or other multifamily dwelling - $25.00 each fire
Five or less buildings per complex alarm system
Exception: apartment or other multifamily dwelling - $15.00 each fire
More than five buildings per complex alarm system up
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to a maximum of
20 buildings.
Maximum fee per
complex not to
exceed $300.00
for fire alarm
systems
Subsec. (e) - Fire suppression system inspection fee
$25.00 each fire
Certificate of inspection suppression
system
$25.00 each fire
Exception: apartment or other multifamily dwelling - Five or
suppression
less buildings per complex
system
$15.00 each fire
suppression
system up to a
maximum of
twenty (20)
Exception: apartment or other multifamily dwelling - More buildings.
than five buildings per complex Maximum fee per
complex not to
exceed $300.00
f o r f i r e
suppression
systems
137 Sec. 46-127 Smoke detection devices
138 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
139 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
Revocation of
any existing
license to do
business in the
Subsec. (g) - Violations; penalties
city, or a fine of
not more than
$100.00 per
violation, or both
such penalties
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Fees and Fines
140 Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article IV - Public Occupancies
141 Sec. 46-164 - Fees
Churches $25.00 50.00
Civic auditoriums $25.00 50.00
Clubhouses $50.00 100.00
$25.00 50.00 first
200 seats and $2.50
Commercial auditoriums
5.00 for each
additional 50 seats
Day care facilities $25.00 50.00
$5.00 15.00 first ten
rooms and $1.25
Hospitals, nursing homes or rest home
2.00 for each
additional room
Mercantile (10,000 square feet of area or greater) $25.00 50.00
Outdoor public events, including but not limited to firework displays,
$25.00 250.00
carnivals, and outdoor music concerts
Public office buildings $25.00 50.00
Restaurants (10,000 square feet of area or greater) $50.00
Restaurants of any size that serve alcoholic beverages $75.00
School $25.00 50.00
$25.00 50.00 for the
first 200 seats and
Theaters
$2.50 5.00 for each
additional 50 seats
142 Sec. 46-168 - Reinspection Fee
$25.00 for any
repeated violation
cited by the fire
marshal, determined
to be a violation and
Subsec. (a) - Amount
which requires a
followup inspection
to confirm the
correction of the
violation
A fee may be
attached to any
summons written for
Subsec. (b) - Fee Attached
any violation found
to be uncorrected
upon reinspection
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Fees and Fines
143 Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article V - Fire Lanes
144 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
145 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
146 Sec. 46-202 - Violations; penalties
Any property owner
Subsec. (c) - Other obstructions or tenant found to be
in violation; $50.00
Any property owner
Subsec. (d) - Failure to mark found to be in
violation; $50.00
Any property owner
147 Sec. 46-205 - Responsibility of owner or tenant found to be in
violation; $50.00
Fees and Fines
148 Chapter 50 - Floods, Article II - Administration
149 Sec. 50-22 - Permits Required
Permit $50.00
Permit extension $25.00
Not less than $25.00
nor more than
Violation and non-compliance penalties
$100.00, plus cost of
prosecution
Fees and Fines
150 Chapter 52 - Freedom of Information Act Related to Public Records Access
151 Sec. 52-3 - Fees for Responding to FOIA Requests
Administrative Fees
First 30 minutes of staff time No charge
Hourly salary plus
overhead rate of the
lowest paid staff
Staff time in excess of 30 minutes member capable of
p erform i n g t h e
service. Billed in
1 5 - m i n u t e
increments.
Production Fees - Photocopies
Fees for printing the first 10 standard-sized black and white
Waived
or the first 5 color copies (single sided)
Standard-sized (8.5" by 11", 8.5" by 14", or 11" by 17") $0.25 per sheet
black and white copies (each side)
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Standard-sized (8.5" by 11", 8.5" by 14", or 11" by 17") color $0.50 per sheet
copies (each side)
$30.00 per sheet
Oversized copies (larger than 11" by 17")
(each side)
Production Fees - Electronically generated records
Files provided via PDF (via email) No charge
CD or DVD (including case) $2.00
Material cost to
Other Electronic Storage Costs
generate records
Other Costs
Other costs associated with filling the request, such as postage, are the responsibility
of the requestor. If the City does not have the resources or equipment to duplicate
requested records, the City, at its discretion, may arrange to have records duplicated
by an outside contractor. In this instance, the requestor will be liable for payment of
these costs.
Fee Waivers
The FOIA Coordinator or designee shall have the authority to determine if a fee for
a FOIA request shall be waived and the following criteria shall be used to render such
a decision:
1) The public record is already available in duplicate form (extra copies).
2) The request for public record is made by an individual who is entitled to
information under the FOIA and who submits an affidavit, provided by the City upon
request, which shall state that the individual is then receiving public assistance or, if
not receiving public assistance, stating facts showing inability to pay the cost because
of indigence. A person shall be considered indigent if that person's income level is at
or below the federal poverty level, as established by the Bureau of the Census.
3) No written request will be required or charges levied for requests to review specific
documents which are required by ordinance to be made available to the public by the
City Clerk.
Payment
Payment of fees related to FOIA requests will be due prior to any related service being
performed. Full payment of all final costs incurred must be received prior to the
retrieval and release of information.
Fees and Fines
152 Chapter 54 - Health and Sanitation, Article I - In General
153 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
154 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
155 Sec. 54-4 - Smoking Regulations
Subsec. (d) - Violations; penalties; appeals
Not to ex ceed
$25.00; each day
such violation
Subsec. (2) - Penalties
continues sh al l
constitute a separate
offense
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156 Chapter 54 - Health and Sanitation, Article II - Food and Food Handlers, Division 2 - Certificate
157 Sec. 54-52 - Fee
Subsec. (a) - Type of establishment
Mobile food units $50.00
Push carts $25.00
For-profit temporary eating places $25.00
Membership clubs $50.00
Institutions $100.00
Subsec. (b) - Services provided
Breakfast service $15.00
Lunch service $18.00
Dinner service $18.00
Salad bar service $15.00
Hot and cold buffet, including salad bar service $40.00
Drive through service $75.00
Delivery service $20.00
Catering service $15.00
Takeout service $20.00
Seating service:
100 - 150 $50.00
151 - 200 $75.00
201 or more $100.00
Fees and Fines
158 Chapter 54 - Health and Sanitation, Article V - Rat Control
159 Unless specifically provided otherwise, or the context thereof so dictates, each day any violation of
160 any provision of this Code or any ordinance shall continue shall constitute a separate offense. Fines
161 not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued, shall
162 be automatically doubled in amount.
Unless the work and
improvements have
been completed by
the owner in the
163 Sec. 54-155 - Compliance with notice to ratproof time specified in the
written notice,
which in no event
shall be more than
15 days, or within
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the time to which a
written extension
may have been
granted by the
health inspector,
then the owner shall
be punished by a
fine of not less than
$25.00, nor more
than $1,000.00 (Sec.
1-17)
Unless eradication
measures are
undertaken within
five days after
receipt of the notice,
the owner or
164 Sec. 54-156 - Compliance with notice to eradicate rats
occupant shall be
punished by a fine
of not less than
$25.00, nor more
than $1,000.00 (Sec.
1-17)
Fees and Fines
165 Chapter 59 - Juvenile Curfew
166 Sec. 59-7 - Violations and penalties.
First offense by a
parent - $50.00;
each subsequent
offense by a parent
shall be increased
Subsec. (a)(1) - Offenses by the parent
by an additional
$20.00: e.g., $70.00
for the second
offense and $90.00
for the third offense.
Subsec. (a)(2) - Personnel costs incurred by the City of Dover for The hourly wage
providing personnel to remain in the company of a juvenile who has and cost of benefits
been detained as a curfew violator if the parent or guardian does not of the city employee
pick up the juvenile within one hour after receiving notice from the assigned to remain
city that the city is detaining the juvenile for a curfew violation with the juvenile
$50.00 for first
Subsec. (c) - Operators - Any operator who knowingly permits a
o ffens e by a n
juvenile to remain at the establishment under circumstances not
operator; for each
constituting an exception
subsequent offense
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the fine shall be
increased by an
additional $20.00:
e.g., $70.00 for the
second offense and
$90.00 for the third
offense
$50.00 for the first
offense; for each
Subsec. (d) - False certification - Any parent convicted of knowingly
subsequent offense
providing any false authorization, information or certification,
the fine shall be
written or verbal, to the Dover police department in violation of
increased by an
section 59-4(c)
additional $20.00,
plus costs
Fees and Fines
167 Chapter 62 - Law Enforcement, Article I - In General
168 Fees not paid within 30 days of the day the fee was issued, including the day the fee was issued,
169 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
170 Sec. 62-2 - False alarms to police
Subsec. (c)(1) - Violations; penalties
Amount of Fee Per
Number of False Alarms
False Alarm
3-5 $25.00
6-9 $50.00
10 - 15 $100.00
16 and over $150.00
Fees and Fines
171 Chapter 66 - Manufactured Homes and Trailers
172 Sec. 66-2 - License
Subsec. (a) - Required fee $45.00 each license
A fine of not less
than $25.00, nor
more than $1,000.00
(Sec. 1-17) and a
Subsec. (b) - Payment; penalties penalty fee of ten
percent per month
shall accrue on the
unpaid balance of
the license fee
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Fees and Fines
173 Chapter 70 - Offenses and Miscellaneous Provisions
174 Sec. 70-1 - Combative fighting
Not to exceed
$1,000.00. Separate
fines may be issued
to the promoter of
such an event,
Subsec. (d)(1) - Violations; penalties, Fines
participants in such
an event, and the
owner of the
premises of such an
event
175 Sec. 70-7 - Registered Sexual Offenders
$500.00 for any
offense; each day
Subsec. (d) - Penalties
shall constitute a
separate offense
Fees and Fines
176 Chapter 74 - Parks and Recreation, Article I - In General
177 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
178 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
Not to exceed
179 Sec. 74-51 - Operating any nonpermitted motorboat on Silver Lake $200.00, and not
less than $100.00
Not to exceed
180 Sec. 74-52 - Same - Fine $100.00, and not
less than $10.00
Fees and Fines
181 Chapter 78 - Peddlers and Solicitors
A fine of not less
than $25.00, nor
182 Sec. 78-4 - Refusing to leave premises
more than $1,000.00
(Sec. 1-17)
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Fees and Fines
183 Chapter 82 - Planning
184 Sec. 82-3 - Planning services
(a) Zoning verification letters/administrative $50.00 per
interpretations letter/interpretation
Fees and Fines
185 Chapter 86 - Secondhand Goods, Article II - Precious Metals, Division 2 - License
186 Sec. 86-63 - Fee $25.00 per license
Penal sum of
187 Sec. 86-64 - Bond required
$1,000.00
Fees and Fines
188 Chapter 90 - Solid Waste
189 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
190 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
Not in excess of
$100.00, nor less
191 Sec. 90-17 - Violations; penalties
than $5.00 for each
violation
Fees and Fines
192 Chapter 98 - Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places, Article I - In General
Not in excess of
193 Sec. 98-5 - Duty of tenants or owners to maintain sidewalks and landscaped $100.00, nor less
194 areas within the street right-of-way than $5.00 for each
violation
Fees and Fines
195 Chapter 98 - Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places, Article V - Excavations, Division 2 - Permit
Maximum of
196 Sec. 98-193 - Bond $5,000.00 per
opening
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Fees and Fines
197 Chapter 98 - Streets, Sidewalks and Other Public Places, Article VI - Parades, Division 2 - Permit
$10.00. This fee
may be waived, in
198 Sec. 98-243 - Fee at the time of filing the application for a parade permit
whole or in part, by
the chief of police.
Fees and Fines
199 Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article I - In General
200 Sec. 102-2 - Delinquent property tax collection costs
Fee of $50.00 added
to amount due, plus
Subsec. (a) - Action to collect delinquent property taxes filed in a court costs and
court of appropriate jurisdiction service fees assessed
by state or county
offices
Additional fee of
$100.00 shall be
added to the amount
Subsec. (b) - Action proceeds and a writ of venditioni exponas
due, plus court costs
monition or similar execution process is filed
and service fees
assessed by state or
county offices
Fees and Fines
201 Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article III - Realty Transfer Tax
202 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
203 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
204 Sec. 102-79 - Violations; penalties, Any person guilty of conduct prohibited A fine of not more
205 in section 102-78 - Prohibited acts enumerated than $100.00
Fees and Fines
206 Chapter 106 - Traffic and Vehicles, Article I - In General
207 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
208 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
A fine of not less
209 Sec. 106-7 - Obedience to state law; violation of any provision of 21 Del. C.
than $25.00, nor
210 § 101 et seq. (except Sec. 106-7(1) - Handicapped parking and Sec. 106-7(2) -
more than $1,000.00
211 Fire lanes)
(Sec. 1-17)
Minimum fine, as
Subsec. (1) - Handicapped parking defined in 21 Del.
C. § 4183, at the
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time the violation
occurs
Minimum fines, as
defined in 21 Del.
Subsec. (2) - Fire lanes C. § 7001(a), at the
time the violation
occurs
212 Sec. 106-14 - Off-road motor vehicle regulations
A minimum fine of
$25.00 and a
Subsec. (d) - Penalties
maximum fine of
$100.00
213 Sec. 106-15 - Failure to stop for a red traffic signal; traffic light signal violation monitoring program;
214 penalties
Subsec. (b)(3) - Traffic light signal violation monitoring program; civil or administrative
assessment
Failure to comply with a traffic light signal $75.00
If not paid within 14 days, an additional assessment shall be
$10.00
added to the original assessment
Additional assessment shall be increased if the assessment is
$20.00
not paid within 45 days
Additional assessment shall be increased if the assessment is
$30.00
not paid within 90 days
Court costs or similar administrative fees may also be
assessed if the owner requests a hearing to contest the
Maximum $30.00
violation, and is ultimately found to be in violation or fails to
pay or contest the violation in a timely manner
215 Sec. 106-16 - Violations; Except as otherwise provided
Subsec. (a)(1) - Moving offense Minimum of $10.00
Subsec. (a)(2) - Nonmoving offense Minimum of $15.00
$20.00 for each
offense, if the fine is
paid within 72 hours
Subsec. (a)(3) - Parking violation from the date the
offense is recorded
in time, the fine
shall be $15.00
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Fees and Fines
216 Chapter 106 - Traffic and Vehicles, Article II - Bicycles
217 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
218 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
Not to ex ceed
219 Sec. 106-55 - Penalties for violation $100.00 and not less
than $10.00
Fees and Fines
220 Chapter 106 - Traffic and Vehicles, Article III - Stopping, Standing and Parking, Division 1 - Generally
221 Sec. 106-135 - Residential parking
$20.00 fine or
$15.00 if paid
Subsec. (i)(1) - Expiration; Two-hour parking within 72 hours of
issuance of such
fine
$20.00 fine or
$15.00 if paid
Subsec. (i)(2) - Expiration; Change of residence, etc. within 72 hours of
issuance of such
fine
Any violation of this
section not having a
stated, specified
penalty will result in
Subsec. (m) - Violations; Penalties a $20.00 fine or
$15.00 if paid
within 72 hours of
issuance of such
fine
222 Sec. 106-137 - Parking areas for persons with disabilities
Failure to achieve
compliance within
30 calendar days of
the issuance of the
Subsec. (c)(3) - Signage; Fines notice of violation
shall be subject to
the fines set forth in
subsection (f) of this
section
Whoever violates
this section shall be
Subsec. (f) - Penalties
fined not less than
the minimum fine as
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defined in 21 Del.
C. § 4183 at the
time the violation
occurred
Fees and Fines
223 Chapter 106 - Traffic and Vehicles, Article III - Stopping, Standing and Parking, Division 2 - Metered
224 Parking
225 Sec. 106-163 - Use of meters required
$20.00 fine or
$15.00 if paid
Subsec. (a) - Failure to make the required payment in the parking
within 72 hours of
meter
issuance of such
fine
Subsec. (b) - Payments accepted
Permits the vehicle
Each $0.25 coin to be parked for a
period of one hour
Permits the vehicle
to be parked for the
duration of the
Each $1.00
enforcement period
of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00
p.m.
226 Sec. 106-164 Violations; penalties
A fine of not less
Subsec. (a) - Generally; Each violation if paid within 24 hours from
than $1.00 for each
time summons giving notice of violation is issued
violation
$2.00 for each
violation, if
payment is made
Subsec. (a) - Generally; Each violation if paid after expiration of 24
voluntarily prior to
hours from time summons giving notice of violation is issued
the time and date set
forth in the
summons
Subsec. (a) - Fourth Violation; Each violation if paid within one hour $1.00 for each such
from time summons giving notice of violation is issued violation
$2.00 for each
violation, if
payment is made
Subsec. (a) - Fourth Violation; Each violation if paid after expiration
voluntarily prior to
of one hour from time summons giving notice of violation is issued
the time and date set
forth in the
summons
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$5.00 for each such
violation, if
Subsec. (a) - Fifth violation, etc.; Any person committing more than payment is made
four violations within any 30-day period of the provisions of this voluntarily prior to
division the time and date set
forth in the
summons.
Subsec. (b)(4) - Any person who unlawfully removes a device for $500.00 fine for
immobilization of a vehicle each violation
Subsec. (b)(5) - Any person who tows or otherwise moves an
$500.00 fine for
immobilized vehicle without authorization by the chief of police or
each violation
his designee
Subsec. (c) - Cost. No cost will be assessed if payment of the penalty as hereinbefore imposed
is voluntarily paid without the necessity of a hearing before the proper official
Fees and Fines
227 Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article II - Electric Service
228 Sec. 110-32 - Pole attachment fee; use of Dover Electric Department facilities
229 If payment is not received for any fee or other amount owed within 30 calendar days after it
230 becomes due, the licensee shall pay interest at the rate of one and one-half percent per month, on the
231 amount due (Subsec. (f)).
$8.17
Subsec. (4) - Fees and charges; Annual pole attachment fee
per attachment
Wherever the actual
cost of DED's
activity exceeds the
advance payment of
estimated expenses,
licensee agrees to
pay DED for the
difference in cost
when that amount
Subsec. (4)(l) - True up exceeds $50.00;
To the extent that
the actual cost of the
activity is less than
the estimated cost,
DED shall refund to
licensee the
difference in cost
where that amount
exceeds $50.00
Subsec. (5) - Scope of authority
Subsec. (l)(i) - Overlashing, unauthorized attachment penalty Three times the
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annual attachment
fee, per occurrence
Subsec. (8) - Permitting, (b) - Pole Attachment Permit Application Process
Subsec. (i)(a) - Charge for expenses related to the Pre-Permit survey application
$50.00 application
Less than 11 poles fee plus $2.00 per
pole
$90.00 application
11 poles up to and including 25 poles fee plus $2.00 per
pole
$4.00 per pole
26 poles or greater
application fee
Subsec. (i)(b) - Charge for expenses related to the leasing of conduit
$50.00 application
Less than 100 feet
fee plus $0.50 foot
$90.00 application
100 feet to 251 feet
fee plus $0.50 foot
$0.75 per foot
Greater than 250 feet
application fee
DED may require
payment in advance
for all make-ready
work based upon the
estimated cost of
such work if the
Subsec. (9) - Make-ready work, (b) - Payment of make-ready work estimate exceeds
$1,000.00. Upon
completion, licensee
shall pay DED's
actual cost of make-
ready work, which
shall be itemized.
If DED performs the
transfer(s), DED
will bill licensee for
actual costs per
subsection (4) Fees
Subsec. 10 -Transfers, (b) - Billing for transfers performed by DED
and charges.
Licensee shall
reimburse DED
within 30 calendar
days of the receipt
of the invoice.
Subsec. 12 - Abandonment or removal of DED facilities
Subsec. (b) - Option to purchase abandoned poles Rate equal to the
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depreciated value of
said pole; if a pole
t hat is t o b e
purchased is older
than 30 years, then
the rate to be
charged is set at
$50.00 per pole
Subsec. 16 - Unauthorized occupancy or access
Three times the
annual attachment
fee, per occurrence;
if licensee fails to
pay such fee within
30 calendar days of
r e c e i v i n g
Subsec. (a) - Penalty fee notification thereof,
DED has the right to
remove such
attachments at
licensee's expense,
unless such fee is
disputed in good
faith
$8.17 per attachment;
plus estimated
Subsec. 17 - Advance payment
make-ready work
expenses
Fees and Fines
232 Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article II - Electric Service
233 Sec. 110-33 - Charge for discontinuing or restoring electric service
No charge for
discontinuing or
restoring electric
service for
maintenance
purposes if done
Subsec. (a) - Maintenance and repair
between 7:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m.;
$100.00 for all
service calls
between 5:00 p.m.
and 7:00 a.m.
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There will be a
service charge of
$50.00 paid prior
to turning on any
s e r v i c e
discontinued for
nonpayment
between 7:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m.
Subsec. (b) - Nonpayment
There will be a
service charge of
$100.00 paid prior
to turning on any
s e r v i c e
discontinued for
nonpayment
between 5:00 p.m.
and 7:00 a.m.
Fees and Fines
234 Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article III - Water Service, Division 6 - Rates, Charges and Billing Procedures
235 Sec. 110-191 - Water use fees generally
A penalty of 1½
percent or $1.00,
whichever is
greater, per month
shall be added to all
water service fees
Subsec. (b) - Penalty
which shall be in
arrears for a period
in excess of 30 days
after the date of
rendering the water
service bill
236 Sec. 110-192 - Charge for discontinuing or restoring water service
No charge for
turning on or off any
service for
maintenance
purposes if done
Subsec. (a) - Maintenance and repair
during normal
working hours
between 7:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m.;
$50.00 100.00 for
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all service calls
after normal
working hours
between 5:00 p.m.
and 7:00 a.m.
There will be a
service charge of
$50.00 paid,
together with all
current and overdue
charges, prior to
turning on any
service discontinued
for nonpayment
between 7:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m.
Subsec. (b) - Nonpayment
There will be a
service charge of
$100.00 paid,
together with all
current and
overdue charges,
prior to turning on
any service
discontinued for
nonpayment
between 5:00 p.m.
and 7:00 a.m.
Fees and Fines
237 Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article III - Water Service, Division 7 - Water Impact Fees
238 Sec. 110-208 - Water impact fee established; payment, credits
Subsec. (c) - Fee and applicability
(1) - Applicable building permit before February 1, 2008. A
buyer independent of the seller may submit a sales contract
executed prior to February 1, 2008 to the city manager for No fee
consideration in lieu of a building permit issued before
February 1, 2008
(1) - Building permit and certificate of occupancy is issued
$700.00
on or after February 1, 2008
(2) - Certificate of occupancy issued after February 1, 2009 $1,400.00
(3) - Certificate of occupancy is issued after February 1, 2010 $2,100.00
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Fees and Fines
239 Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article IV - Sewer Service, Division 1 - Generally
240 Fines not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued,
241 shall be automatically doubled in amount.
242 Sec. 110-240 - Violations
Not less than $25.00
Subsec. (c) - Payment of cost nor more than
$1,000.00
Fees and Fines
243 Chapter 114 - Vegetation, Article II - Weeds
244 Every day that a violation of section 114-32 continues shall be considered a separate offense, for
245 which the violator may be tried and convicted without necessity of further notice. Fines not paid
246 within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued, shall be
247 automatically doubled in amount.
248 Sec. 114-33 - Failure to maintain proper height; abatement by city; costs and lien.
$50.00 per hour for
such work that must
be done to render
Subsec. (a) - Summons; action by city
the property in
compliance with this
article
249 Sec. 114-34 - Fines
In addi tion to
charges or
assessments
imposed, a fine of
not less than $25.00,
Subsec. (a) - Generally nor more than
$100.00 in
accordance with
minimum fine
schedule in subsec.
(c)(1)
250 In determining the applicable minimum fine, an offense shall be considered a recurring offense only
251 if the defendant has previously pleaded, or been found guilty of causing or permitting the same
252 nuisance at the same location within the past 18 months, or for every day that the violation of
253 section 114-32 continues as per subsection (b) of this section.
Subsec. (c)(1) - Minimums - Any fine assessed pursuant to subsection (a) of this section shall
be no less than the following minimum:
First offense $25.00
Second offense $50.00
Third and subsequent offenses $100.00
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Fees and Fines
254 Chapter 118 - Vehicles for hire, Article II - Taxicabs, Division 2 - Operator's Permit
255 Sec. 118-54 - Fee
Taxicab operator's permit $5.00
Fees and Fines
256 Appendix A - Subdivisions, Article IV - Subdivision - Procedure
Subsec. A.2. - Preapplication; filing fee $200.00
Subsec. B.2. - Preliminary layout; filing fee $325.00
$150.00 200.00,
plus $65.00
85.00 per acre
for the first ten
acres, $40.00
60.00 per acre
Subsec. C.3. - Plat; review fee
for the next ten
acres and $25.00
45.00 per acre
for each acre
thereafter
Plats for minor
l o t l i n e
adjustments
Subsec. C.3. - Plat; review fee - minor lot line adjustment
shall require a
review fee of
$100.00 150.00
Plats for minor
subdivisions
shall require a
Subsec. C.3. - Plat; review fee - minor subdivision review fee of
$100.00 150.00
plus $15.00 per
lot
Fees and Fines
257 Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations
258 Sec. 24 - Planned neighborhood design option (PND)
Subsec. 24.2 - Review process - General sketch plan review fee, each
$100.00
application
Subsec. 24.8 - Conditional use plan approval
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$200.00, plus
Subsec. 24.81 - Plan approval fee, each application
$10.00 per acre
Subsec. 24.9 - Site development preliminary subdivision plan review
Subsec. 24.91 - Preliminary plan approval fee; each $325.00, plus
application $20.00 per acre
Subsec. 24.10 - Final subdivision plat approval
Subsec. 24.101 - Final subdivision plat approval; each
$250.00
application
259 Sec. 28 - Traditional Neighborhood Design Zone (TND)
Subsec. 28.4 - Procedure; application for rezoning of a land area to a TND zone
Subsec. 28.411 - Minimum fee; each rezoning petition $325.00
Subsec. 28.422 - Implementation plan approval; each $325.00, plus
application $10.00 per acre
Subsec. 28.434 - Site development plan or subdivision plat;
$250.00
each application
Fees and Fines
260 Appendix B - Zoning, Article 5 - Supplementary Regulations
261 Section 4 - Supplementary sign regulations
Subsec. 4.8 - Unified campuses and complexes
$200.00, due at
Subsec. D.4. - Submission requirements; application fee t i m e o f
application
Subsec. 4.9 - Supplementary sign provisions
Subsec. D.1. - Temporary signs; permit $15.00 50.00
Fees and Fines
262 Appendix B - Zoning, Article 6 - Off-street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities
263 Sec. 5 - Supplementary Regulations for Parking and Loading Facilities
Subsec. 5.5 - Parking for Motorsports Racing
Subsec. 5.52 - Recreational vehicle parking
1-5 Recreational vehicles No fee
6 - 25 Recreational vehicles $25.00
26-50 Recreational vehicles $50.00
51 - 100 Recreational vehicles $100.00
>100 Recreational vehicles $150.00
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Fees and Fines
264 Appendix B - Zoning, Article 8 - Enforcement and Penalties
265 Sec. 2 - Certificates of occupancy
Subsec 2.4 - Every application for a certificate of occupancy or a temporary certificate
of occupancy shall be accompanied by a fee:
Certificate of occupancy for All properties zoned $40.00 60.00
single-family one-family residential uses.....
Temporary certificate of occupancy for one-family $75.00 for a
residential uses maximum of 45
days . Fee
applies for any
extensions
beyond 45 days
Certificate of occupancy for uses All other property in $40.00 75.00 for
other zoning classifications, other than single-family one- the first 20,000
family residential uses ..... square feet of
building area,
plus the sum of
$10.00 15.00 for
each additional
10,000 square
feet of building
area in excess of
the first 20,000
square feet or
multiple thereof
Temporary certificate of occupancy for uses other than $100.00 for a
one-family residential uses maximum of 45
d ays. Fee
applies for any
extensions
beyond 45 days
Fees and Fines
266 Appendix B - Zoning - Article 9 - Board of Adjustment
267 Sec. 3 - Procedure
Subsec. 3.5 4 - All variance requests and appeals from an order, requirement, decision or
determination made by an administrative official, board or agency of the city shall be
accompanied by a fee
All variance requests for residential uses $200.00 300.00
All variance requests for nonresidential uses $300.00 600.00
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All appeals from an order, requirement, decision or
determination made by an administrative official, board or
agency of the city
The board of adjustment may, in its discretion, return to the
268 $200.00 300.00
applicant part or all of the fee paid by him in the event that
his appeal under section 2.1 (interpretation) hereof is
partially or wholly successful. The fees filed in connection
with applications under section 2.2 (variances) shall not be
returnable, regardless of disposition of the case by the board
Fees and Fines
269 Appendix B - Zoning - Article 10 - Planning Commission
270 Sec. 1 - Approval of conditional uses
$325.00 425.00,
plus $15.00 25.00
Subsec. 1.52 - Application procedure; Conditional use permit; each per acre of the
application area or multiple
thereof involved
in the application
271 Sec. 2 - Site development plan approval
Subsec. 2.42 - Fees - Application for administrative site plans $125.00 300.00
$325.00 425.00
Subsec. 2.43 - Fees - Application for site development plan approval plus $25 per
acre
272 Sec. 3 - Historic district commission and architectural review
Subsec. 3.26 - Procedures for an architectural review by the historic district commission
or planning commission
Subsec. (b) Application and fee for an architectural review
$250.00
certificate
273 Sec. 5 - Amendments
Subsec. 5.32 - Application. Each application for a zoning map amendment:
Minimum fee, in addition to required district supplemental
$325.00 425.00
fee
Residential and single-family One-family residence zones
$10.00 25.00 per
(R-7, R-8, R-10, R-15, and R-20); supplemental fee, per
acre
acre
General residence zones, Medium density residence zones,
and Mobile home park zones Multifamily (RG-0, RG-1, $30.00 50.00 per
RG-2, RG-3, RG-4, RG-5, RM-1, RM-2, and MHP) cluster; acre
supplemental fee, per acre
Commercial and institutional office (C-1, C-1A, C-2, C-2A, $50.00 70.00 per
C-3, C-4, CPO, RC and IO); supplemental fee, per acre acre
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Shopping center development (SC-1, SC-2 and SC-3); $60.00 75.00 per
supplemental fee, per acre acre
Manufacturing and industrial development Industrial $60.00 75.00 per
zones (M, and IPM, and IPM2); supplemental fee, per acre acre
274 ADOPTED: *
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277 SYNOPSIS
278 The amendment codifies the maintenance of fees approved by City Council. Appendix F -
279 Fees and Fines has also been reformatted for ease of use.
280 (SPONSORS: LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE)
281 Actions History
282 12/14/2015 - Scheduled for Final Reading at the City Council meeting
283 11/23/2015 - Introduced at the City Council meeting