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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
REVISED TO INCLUDE A NEW ITEM #5
FEBRUARY 10, 2014 - 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.)
The “Open Forum” segment is provided to extend the opportunity to the general public to share
their questions, thoughts, comments, concerns, and complaints. Discussion of any item 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 REVEREND THEODORE HENDERSON
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCILWOMAN WILLIAMS
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
A. Special Council Meeting of January 27, 2014
B. Regular Council Meeting of January 27, 2014
2. PUBLIC HEARING/ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2014-02 - ABANDONMENT
OF BUDD STREET
* 3. UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - JANUARY 27, 2014
A. Explanation of PJM (Pennsylvania, Jersey, Maryland Power Pool) Reactive Service
Charges - Robert Trinnear, The Energy Authority
(Committee action not required)
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* 4. LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT -
JANUARY 27, 2014
A. Review of Proposed Acceptable Use Policy (Information Technology)
(Committee recommended adoption of the proposed Acceptable Use Policy)
B. Request for Continued Staff Support - Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP)
(Committee recommended acceptance of the City Manager's recommendation to extend
staff support for a fiscal year since the employees are already covered and then, in the
future, discuss it with the Mayor during the budget hearings.)
5. UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - FEBRUARY 10, 2014
Except for the following time sensitive issue, the Utility Committee Report from
February 10, 2014 will be presented to Council during their Regular Meeting of
February 24, 2014 for review and consideration.
A. McKee Run Units 1 and 2 - 2017-2018 Capacity Auction
(Staff recommended removing Units 1 and 2 from service)
* 6. MONTHLY REPORTS - DECEMBER 2013
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
G. Police Chief’s Report
* 7. QUARTERLY REVIEW OF CAPITAL INVESTMENT PLAN (CIP) (OCTOBER,
NOVEMBER, AND DECEMBER)
(Staff recommends acceptance of the report)
8. FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-01
The First Reading of the proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council
Meeting of January 27, 2014. Copies of the proposed ordinance are available at the
entrance of the Council Chambers.
A. Proposed Ordinance #2014-01 Amending Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article IV -
Abatement of Real Estate Taxes; Appendix C - Downtown Redevelopment, Article II
- Definitions and Article III - Eligibility; and Appendix E - Commercial and
Industrial Building Redevelopment, Article II - Eligibility
9. COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ANNOUNCEMENTS
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
A Special Council Meeting was held on January 27, 2014 at 4:32 p.m. with Council President Bonar
presiding. Members present were Mr. Dixon, Mr. Slavin, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Hare, and
Mr. Hutchison. Mr. Anderson, Mr. Lynn, and Mr. Perza were absent.
Council staff members present were Mr. Koenig, Mrs. Mitchell, Deputy City Solicitor Pepper, and
Mrs. McDowell.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Hutchison moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Dixon and unanimously
carried.
Mr. Slavin moved to recess into Executive Session pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(4) - Legal
Matters (Ward Transformer Suit - OU-1 Remediation). The motion was seconded by
Mr. Hutchison and unanimously carried.
Meeting recessed at 4:33 p.m.
Executive Session adjourned at 5:20 p.m.
POTENTIAL ACTION RESULTING FROM THE EXECUTIVE SESSION
Ward Transformer Suit - OU-1 Remediation
During the Executive Session, members consulted with Mr. William White of Moore & Van Allen,
via conference call, regarding the status of the Ward Transformer suit.
Mr. Slavin moved to instruct Deputy City Solicitor Pepper to write a letter to
Mr. William White, Moore & Van Allen, expressing City Council’s concerns regarding the
City of Dover’s responsibility versus the other parties’ responsibilities, as well as their
discomfort with the ongoing costs. Additional information regarding this matter should also
be requested. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Mr. Slavin moved to convene a briefing for the representatives of the congressional delegation
on this issue, with the potential outcome being that they will bring, at a second briefing,
representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to further explain where we
are in the process. The correspondence should be copied to Vice President Biden. The motion
was seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Mr. Hutchison moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
The Special Council Meeting adjourned at 5:23 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
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All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Special Meeting of
January 27, 2014 are hereby approved.
CARLETON E. CAREY, SR.
MAYOR
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on January 27, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President
Bonar presiding. Council members present were Mr. Dixon, Mr. Lynn, Mr. Perza, Mr. Slavin,
Mrs. Williams, Mr. Hare, and Mr. Hutchison. Mr. Anderson was absent.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Hosfelt, Mrs. Mitchell (departed at 7:44 p.m.),
Mrs. Townshend, Fire Chief Carey, Mr. Koenig, Deputy City Solicitor Pepper, and Mrs. McDowell.
Mayor Carey was also present.
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting.
Council President Bonar declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that
Council was not in official session and could not take formal action.
Mr. Roy Sudler, Jr., 353 Rita Wilma Road, advised members that the Social Action Commission
(S.A.C.) with the Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church conducted a survey regarding Dover Park and recreational
facilities. Mr. Sudler, Chairman of the S.A.C., submitted over 300 signed petition-surveys (as on
file in the office of the City Clerk) and a summary entitled SAC 2014 East-Side Assessment Report
(Exhibit #1).
Mr. EShed Alston, 406 Arnold Court, advised members of the “Citizens Coalition and Task Force
on Racial and Ethnic Fairness Considerations Specifically Regarding the Disenfranchized Black and
Minority At Risk Communities in Particular to the State, Counties, and Cities Public Official
Obligations to These Stated Communities in the State of Delaware Between 2008 and 2014.”
Mr. Alston provided the Purpose, Scope, and Intent of the task force (Exhibit #2).
The invocation was given by Bishop Thomas L. Holsey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Hutchison moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mrs. Williams and
unanimously carried.
Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, seconded by Mr. Dixon and carried
by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare, Hutchison, and
Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 2, 2013
The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of December 2, 2014 were approved by motion
of Mr. Slavin, seconded by Mr. Dixon and bore the written approval of Mayor Carey (with
Perza voting no and Anderson absent).
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 13, 2014
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of January 13, 2014 were approved by motion
of Mr. Slavin, seconded by Mr. Dixon and bore the written approval of Mayor Carey (with
Perza voting no and Anderson absent).
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ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 13, 2014
The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of January 13, 2014 were approved by motion of
Mr. Slavin, seconded by Mr. Dixon and bore the written approval of Mayor Carey (with Perza
voting no and Anderson absent).
PROCLAMATION - BLACK HISTORY MONTH
The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record:
WHEREAS, on July 2, 1964, the Civil Rights Act was signed into law by President
Lyndon B. Johnson. This landmark piece of civil rights legislation in the United States outlawed
major forms of discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex or national origin; and
WHEREAS, on June 11, 1963, President John F. Kennedy addressed the nation about civil rights.
During his speech he asked Congress to enact legislation to give all Americans the right to be served
in facilities which are open to the public - hotels, restaurants, theaters, retail stores, and similar
establishments, as well as greater protection for the right to vote; and
WHEREAS, after the assassination of John F. Kennedy; his successor, Lyndon B. Johnson honored
his memory by doing all that he could to see the bill passed through the legislation and come to
fruition for civil rights for all Americans; and
WHEREAS, this year marks the 50th anniversary of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and the Association
for the Study of African American Life and History has selected "Civil Rights in America" as the
2014 National Black History Month Theme.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, CARLETON E. CAREY, SR., MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER,
DELAWARE do hereby proclaim February 2014 as BLACK HISTORY MONTH in the City of
Dover and urge all citizens to reflect on the important milestones by African Americans and others
in the battle for civil rights and equal treatment under the law.
PUBLIC HEARING - VIOLATION OF THE DANGEROUS BUILDING ORDINANCE -
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 27 NORTH NEW STREET, OWNED BY JOE BURDEN, SR.
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider a violation of
the Dangerous Building Ordinance at 27 North New Street, Owned by Joe Burden, Sr.
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained that the
property was a two-story wood-framed single family home. The house was condemned as unfit for
human occupancy on November 6, 2013, due to excessive water damage, roof leaks, mold, mildew
and broken water pipes. The house was boarded and secured by City Staff in November and has
been vacant since. There are numerous code violations that exist on the property.
Mrs. Townshend reviewed a presentation depicting the condition of the structure (Exhibit #3).
Staff recommended that City Council take the following action for property located at 27 North New
Street: 1) Declare this building and all accessory structures on this property dangerous; 2) Order
the property repaired or demolished by February 27, 2014 by the owner or equity owner at their own
risk; 3) Order the Building Inspector to cause the repair or demolition of the structures if not
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completed by the owner within 10 days of the date established by City Council; and 4) Order the
City Manager with the assistance of the City Solicitor to cause the cost of repairs or demolition to
be charged against the land on which the building exists as a municipal lien or cause such cost to be
added to the tax duplicate as an assessment, or to be levied as a special tax, or to be recovered in a
suit at law against the owner.
Council President Bonar declared the public hearing open.
Mr. EShed Alston, 406 Arnold Court, asked if the City would end up with Mr. Burden’s property.
Responding, Mrs. Townshend stated that the City would bill Mr. Burden to recover the cost of the
demolition. If the invoice is not paid, it would be placed as a lien on the property. The only way the
City would obtain ownership would be if it purchased the property at a sheriff’s sale for delinquent
property taxes.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Council President Bonar declared the public hearing
closed.
Mr. Perza moved that the structure located at 27 North New Street be declared a dangerous
building and ordered that the property be demolished or repaired by February 27, 2014 in
accordance with the process recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lynn
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Anderson absent).
Mr. Slavin reminded members that blighted properties in this area have been a long-standing issue
that was brought to City Council’s attention by property owners and residents requesting that the
Code be enforced.
PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT -
JANUARY 13, 2014
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee met on January 13, 2014 with
Chairman Dixon presiding.
Semi-Annual Review - Statistics Regarding Jobs and Businesses Gained and Lost in the City
of Dover Since July 2013
Mr. William Neaton, Economic Development Director, reviewed the semi-annual report of
employment statistics for the 15 largest employers in the Dover area and reminded members that this
information is updated and presented to members on a semi-annual basis. The report provided
statistics regarding jobs and businesses gained and lost in the City of Dover since July 2013.
Mr. Neaton stated that the numbers had been fairly stable for the past six (6) months.
Mr. Neaton advised members that Bayhealth was in the process of performing engineering and
architectural studies for the addition of a floor on the previous Kent General renovation. He advised
members that Kent General Hospital created a "fit out" plan for the shell space on their new building
to increase the number of available beds.
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Mr. Neaton stated that the number of full-time and part-time employees at Delaware State University
(DSU) had grown. He advised members that DSU was preparing to construct an optic center and
indicated that it would be one of the finest centers in the world. Mr. Neaton noted that a
Convocation Center is also planned for the future. He advised members that it will be an academic
facility which will also house the sports complex for basketball and other large events and activities.
Mr. Neaton stated that it is an economic development initiative which will bring conventions, car
shows, and boat shows to Delaware. He advised members that DSU was previously awarded
$250,000 in grant money to perform a feasibility study regarding the Center and that he and the
Mayor are serving on the Committee conducting the study. It was hoped that final recommendations
would be available by the end of January 2014.
Referring to the decline in Comcast Cable’s employment numbers, Mr. Neaton stated that Comcast
had merged some of their offices and reduced the number of staff. He was advised by
Mr. Tom Worley, Director of Government Relations, Comcast Cable, that these changes were
complete and it was planned to maintain current staffing levels.
Mr. Neaton stated that although Proctor & Gamble’s employment levels had not changed
significantly to date, the organization planned to become the sole provider of wipes, consolidate
related facilities and contractors, and expand their facility. Responding to Mr. Hutchison,
Mr. Neaton indicated that the expansion would allow for more efficient functionality so that more
product could be produced without impacting staffing levels.
Mr. Neaton advised members that he and Mayor Carey would be hosting a Large Employer Breakfast
on February 12, 2014 for a second year, noting that last year’s event was very well attended.
Mr. Neaton stated that the breakfast provides a venue for interaction between the plant managers and
large employers in Dover. In addition, a County-wide plant managers meeting was scheduled for
January 15, 2014 at noon to provide local plant managers an opportunity to communicate and
collaborate on ideas for the City of Dover.
Mr. Neaton noted that the current unemployment rate in the City of Dover was the lowest it had been
since December 2008.
Responding to Mr. Hutchison regarding meetings with the leadership at Dover Downs, Mr. Neaton
stated that staff had not met with Dover Downs management in over a year. Mr. Neaton stated his
intent to schedule such a meeting, along with the Mayor, and offered to share the results of this
meeting with the Committee at the next meeting.
Mr. Caldwell stated that he was pleased that the economic outlook for Dover appeared to be
improving. Responding, Mr. Neaton indicated that the Uzin Utz manufacturing facility will hold
a groundbreaking on March 13, 2014, which he stated would also be excellent for the City.
No further action was taken by the Committee.
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Update - Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Members were provided an Update of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program,
including the status of FY 2013 CDBG Projects - December 2013.
Mrs. Tracey Harvey, Planner I, advised members that all CDBG programs were currently underway,
with the exception of the Milford Housing Development Corporation (MHDC) projects.
Mrs. Harvey stated that staff was requesting that MHDC not be funded for the FY14 grant cycle
because $139,000 in grant funds not been drawn down for the FY12 and FY13 fiscal years, which
was jeopardizing the timeliness standards for the City for expenditure of the funds. Additionally,
she indicated that procurement issues had been identified in recent audits of MHDC conducted by
the City that needed to be addressed.
Responding to Councilman Dixon regarding the scheduling of NCALL activities, Mrs. Harvey
advised members that NCALL was planning to hold an open house in April 2014.
No further action was taken by the Committee.
Recreational Needs Assessment
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, advised members
that the City of Dover’s 1996, 2003 and 2008 Comprehensive Plans each included a recommendation
to develop a City-wide Recreation and Parks Plan which to date had not been developed. She stated
that in the past 20 years there had been many changes in the City and, in order to invest limited funds
wisely, a City-wide Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment and Plan was necessary.
Mrs. Townshend indicated that the assessment should be City-wide and not focused solely on Dover
Park or the recreation building at Dover Park.
Mrs. Townshend recommended the following:
• In-house staff from the Planning Department and Parks and Recreation Department will lead
the development of the Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment and Plan, with assistance
from the State Division of Parks and Recreation.
• A variety of means will be used to engage the public and assess the recreation needs
identified by the public, including workshops and a survey. In the outreach efforts,
information will be gathered to assess the needs based on location.
• An inventory of parks will be included and information will be gathered about the desired capital
improvements for the parks, focusing on the three “anchor” parks (Dover Park, Schutte Park, and
Silver Lake Park).
• Specific recommendations for investments in the parks will be included based on the needs of
the public, as well as for potential partnerships for meeting the needs of the City’s residents.
Mrs. Townshend stated that, since in-house staff members who have numerous other obligations with
the City would be utilized, the expectation is that the development of the Needs Assessment and Plan
would take approximately twelve months to complete. It was hoped that the results would be provided
to the Committee in January 2015.
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Responding to Mr. Hutchison, Mrs. Townshend explained that it was planned to consult the State and
Kent County when conducting the assessment, and to include non-public agencies such as the YMCA,
who recently purchased 20 acres on the west side of Dover for recreational activities. She noted that
discussions regarding the potential for partnerships in this regard had taken place.
In response to Mr. Caldwell’s inquiry regarding reaching a conclusion with respect to the Dover Park
Recreation Building, Mrs. Townshend stated that the building continued to deteriorate and, in her opinion,
was functionally obsolete. She did not believe it was a question of whether the building would be kept
but rather to determine if another structure should be put in its place that would meet the needs of citizens.
She noted that the demands seemed to relate to the need for gym space and the existing building could
not meet that need.
Responding to Councilman Perza, Mrs. Townshend advised the Committee that a new Planner would
be joining the City of Dover Planning staff. The intention was to dedicate this employee to taking the
lead on this project, with the assistance of Mr. Wayne Voshell, City of Dover Recreation Coordinator;
therefore, the Department should have the staff necessary to move forward in early February 2014.
Responding to Mr. Perza, she reassured members that the assessment would include all parks within the
City of Dover, not just the Dover Park, and the assessment would be conducted solely by in-house staff
and not be outsourced.
In response to Mr. Perza, Mrs. Townshend reminded the Committee that the City’s Capital Improvement
Program (CIP) included a number of projects, such as a skate park and a spray pad that were originally
planned for Schutte Park. She stated that this assessment would provide an opportunity to reconsider
locations for those projects, decentralizing the former concept of all activities being at Schutte Park.
Mr. Perza suggested that residents be given an opportunity to present their views, noting that a decision
must be made regarding the renovation of the existing building at Dover Park versus construction of a
new one. He stated that action must be taken and not put off for another six (6) months.
Mr. Hutchison questioned Mayor Carey as to whether or not the proposed assessment would satisfy his
concerns regarding the demolition of the recreation building at Dover Park.
Mayor Carey concurred that the assessment was long overdue and felt that waiting another year was too
long, noting that the building had been out of service for a year. He advised members that in
September 2013 a function was held at the facility that included 125 children, and other activities had
taken place in the building. He felt that the facility was still serving a purpose for the community. He
noted that the assessment addresses one (1) factor in the equation; however, the portion involving the
building at Dover Park needed to move faster.
Mr. Hutchison stated that, with proper funding, the project could move more swiftly; however, he noted
that everyone was in agreement that the assessment should remain in-house. Mayor Carey concurred.
Mayor Carey stated that it was necessary to determine the needs of the area before a decision can be made
on the status of the building, since if it is determined the building does not meet these needs, it should be
torn down; however, it should be replaced with something that does serve the purpose.
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Mr. Hutchison expressed his desire to bring closure to this longstanding issue, stating his feeling that the
building was a liability and a great deal of time had been invested in coming to a conclusion regarding
what was best for the Park, the City and the residents, which was to demolish the building.
Mr. Perza reminded members of the Committee that the topic of discussion was recommending approval
of performing a Recreational Needs Assessment, not the recreational building at Dover Park specifically.
Mr. James Fogell, 360 Nimitz Road, expressed his appreciation for Dover Park and shared his opinion
that additional restroom facilities needed to be placed by the playground, as existing facilities are near the
tennis courts. Mr. Fogell stated that the Park is used very heavily for outdoor activities by the local youth.
He did not believe the recreational building should be demolished. If it were demolished, he felt that
another facility should be erected in its place so that the activities at the park overall would not cease.
Mr. Fogell stated his understanding that funding would be required, but expressed his observation that
the City spends money on a great many projects that are not necessary and/or do not serve the needs of
the general population but cater to much smaller groups. He also expressed his opinion that some of the
projects the City was involved in, such as paving or adding curbs to residents’ driveways, should not fall
on the shoulders of the City but should be the responsibility of the homeowner. Additionally, Mr. Fogell
cited areas where grooming or landscaping was being maintained for aesthetic purposes but did not
provide a purpose for the community. He reminded members that the activities at Schutte Park were all
structured and typically cost money to participate in and felt that the youth and community needed a place
they could go “shoot hoops,” play baseball or soccer, or participate in other open format activities rather
than being required to schedule in advance, pay a fee, etc.
Mr. Roy Sudler, Jr., 353 Rita Wilma Drive, provided members of the Committee with a flyer regarding
a meeting scheduled by the Social Action Commission (SAC) Community Task Force of Mt. Zion
A.M.E. Church on January 22, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. and invited members, as well as the public, to attend.
He stated that the SAC had developed a survey, entitled “Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church’s Social Action
Commission’s Community Survey of Dover’s Recreational Park Programs and Facility Assessment” and
distributed it to the community. Over 300 responses to the survey had been received and would be
discussed during the upcoming SAC meeting. He offered to share this information at the Parks,
Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee meeting as well. (City Clerk’s Office Note:
Subsequent to the meeting, Mr. Sudler provided the results of the survey to the City Clerk’s Office).
Mr. Sudler indicated that the SAC plans to partner with the Dover Human Relations Commission
(DHRC) and Dr. Phyllis Edamatsu, Assessment Chair of the DHRC and Professor at Delaware State
University, in tallying the results of the survey. Mr. Sudler expressed his hope that the SAC, as an
interfaith-based agency, would be considered when staff is developing partnerships to address the
recreational needs of the City. He concurred with the Mayor’s position regarding the building at Dover
Park, stating that if the building were demolished, another facility should be put in its place immediately.
Mr. Sudler advised the Committee that his company, Sudler & Mishoe Construction, would donate 500
cinder blocks toward the construction of a new facility at Dover Park.
Former Councilman Reuban Salters, 109 Bertrand Drive, stated the importance of taking care of the
community’s youth and their families and providing recreational facilities. Mr. Salters expressed his
opinion that the City does a spectacular job in some areas, citing the work of Mr. Zachery Carter, former
Director of Parks and Recreation; however, he felt that other areas were extremely neglected, including
youth programs and activities. Mr. Salters stated his dedication to the State and City’s youth, adding that
times are changing and there is greater need to communicate with children, find what their needs are, and
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provide facilities where they can participate. He indicated that children should know they are valued and
respected as they are our future. He concurred with the need for gym space and felt that space was also
needed for children to be creative with arts, crafts, music and other activities that would encourage youth
to explore their abilities and interests. Mr. Salters felt that the rear portion of the building at Dover Park
should come down; however, he stated that the front area of the building was very strong and suggested
it remain as the core part of a new facility, stating that adding a pole building could require only a $50,000
- $60,000 investment to make the facility functional and fitting to the needs of the community.
Mr. Salters suggested, if the building at Dover Park was a danger and needed to be torn down, that any
motion made to take action to should include the Committee’s commitment to put something up in its
place.
Mr. Salters shared with those present that the Inner City Cultural League holds art classes for children at
the Dover Housing Authority facility on Tuesday nights where children share their artwork. He invited
those who were interested to join them and view the children’s artwork from 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Mr. Hutchison stated that the original motion that was made to demolish the recreation building at Dover
Park included a commitment of $80,000 to be put aside to invest in the future needs of the Park once
determined. He expressed his belief that recreational needs should be addressed equally for all areas of
the City.
Responding, Mr. Salters stated that, while addressing the recreational needs of the City as a whole, special
attention should be directed to the east side of town because residents there have no other options.
Mr. Salters also expressed his confidence in the City and its dedication to serving the needs of the
community and his belief that funding could be obtained.
Councilman Dixon conveyed the importance of determining what the children want so that opportunities
can be provided for activities that they will participate in.
The Committee recommended authorizing the City’s Planning Department, beginning February 1, 2014,
to perform a recreational needs assessment for the City of Dover, utilizing City staff to conduct
workshops and other similar outreach efforts across the City to inventory park infrastructure and develop
the needs of all of the City parks for future use. The objective will be to gather the necessary information
from the public, study it, and make a needs assessment report back to the Committee by
December 1, 2014.
For clarification, Mr. Perza stated that this motion was unrelated to the Dover Park building and that the
purpose of the assessment would be to gather information from the public to determine where resources
relating to the future use of all City parks should be invested. He indicated that he planned to draft a
separate motion and place this matter on the Committee’s February agenda in an attempt to resolve this
matter.
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn,
Slavin, Williams, Hare, Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
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By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the Parks, Recreation, and Community
Enhancement Committee Report. The motion was seconded by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll
call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare, Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no
(Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - JANUARY 13, 2014
The Utility Committee met on January 13, 2014 with Mr. Perza presiding in the absence of Chairwoman
Williams.
Request for Abandonment (Improved) - Budd Street - City of Dover
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that City of Dover staff requested the abandonment
of Budd Street, an improved street running east-west from South State Street to Kings Highway and
located north of Weyandt Hall at 5 East Reed Street, and south of the former Dover Public Library at 45
South State Street and the City-owned property adjacent to South American Avenue. Members were
provided a map depicting the right-of-way proposed for abandonment (noted in red).
Mr. Koenig explained that the abandonment of Budd Street would resolve mapping issues and lay the
foundation for a potential re-subdivision or sale of the former Dover Public Library site. He stated that
part of this right-of-way appears to have been abandoned years ago, possibly when Weyandt Hall
(formerly the WSFS Building) was built; however, staff research and current mapping indicate that a ten
foot (10') wide portion of Budd Street exists and is improved, since it includes the sidewalk area in front
of the former library site.
Mr. Koenig stated that the Budd Street abandonment was subject to the Development Advisory
Committee (DAC) review process and Public Works Department staff indicated that public utility
easements would be required for the existing water and wastewater infrastructure located within the
subject right-of-way. In accordance with City policy, half of the right-of-way, or five feet (5’), would be
conveyed to the adjacent properties.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of the request for abandonment, as recommended by
the Planning Staff. Public Works staff recommended: 1) abandonment of the subject right-of-way with
conveyance of five feet (5') of said right-of-way to 5 East Reed Street, 45 South State Street and Tax
Parcel Number ED-05-077.05-04-36.00 on South American Avenue, currently owned by the City of
Dover, in conjunction with the provision of a public utility easement for each parcel; and (2) adoption of
a Resolution by Council setting a public hearing regarding the proposed abandonment for
February 10, 2014.
In response to Mr. Perza, Mr. Koenig explained that approval of the current request would abandon half
of the right-of-way to each adjacent property, which would allow for future internal adjustments through
sale or subdivision of the property.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation and adoption of a Resolution by City
Council setting a public hearing regarding the proposed abandonment for February 10, 2014. [City
Clerk’s Office Note: In accordance with the City’s Procedure for Alley Abandonments, Resolution
No. 2014-01 setting a Public Hearing will be presented to Council for consideration.]
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By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee's recommendation, seconded
by Mr. Dixon and, by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare,
Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson), Resolution No. 2014-01
was adopted, as follows:
A RESOLUTION PROPOSING THE VACATING AND ABANDONMENT OF A CERTAIN
IMPROVED STREET SITUATED IN THE CITY OF DOVER.
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
Section 1. The Council of the City of Dover favors the vacating and abandoning of Budd Street, as
specified below:
Adjacent to 5 East Reed Street (ED-05-077.05-04-35.00)
Being a portion of that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent County, State
of Delaware, being an improved public street running in a west to east direction, located to the north of
East Reed Street, said portion of street beginning at a point identified as the northwest corner of Parcel
No. D-05-077.05-04-35.00; thence running with Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-35.00 North 86 degrees
32 minutes East 282.39 feet along the southerly line of the 10’ wide street to the northeast corner of Parcel
No. ED-05-077.05-04-35.00; thence running North 7 degrees 5 minutes West 5 feet crossing into said
10’ wide street to a point in the center of the street, opposite the northeast corner of Parcel No. ED-05-
077.05-04-35.00; thence running South 86 degrees 32 minutes West 282.39 feet parallel to the southerly
line of the 10’ wide street to a point; thence running South 7 degrees 5 minutes East 5 feet to the southerly
side of the 10’ wide street, being the point and place of beginning and containing 0.0324 acres
(1,411.95 square feet) of land be the same more or less. The above described parcel of land shall be
considered a public utility easement, reserving the rights of the City of Dover, their agents or assigns to
free access for ingress and egress to these premises and every part thereof at all times for purpose of
installing, maintaining and operating its existing public utilities.
Adjacent to 45 South State Street (ED-05-077.05-04-33.00)
Being a portion of that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent County, State
of Delaware, being an improved public street running in a west to east direction, located to the east of
South State Street, said portion of street beginning at a point identified as the southwest corner of Parcel
No. ED-05-077.05-04-33.00; thence running with Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-33.00 North 86 degrees
32 minutes East 173.5 feet along the northerly line of the 10’ wide street to the southeast corner of Parcel
No. 05-077.05-04-33.00; thence running South 7 degrees 5 minutes East 5 feet crossing into said
10’ wide street to a point in the center of the street, opposite the southeast corner of Parcel No. 05-077.05-
04-33.00; thence running South 86 degrees 32 minutes West 173.5 feet parallel to the northerly line of
the 10’ wide street to a point; thence running North 7 degrees 5 minutes West 5 feet, being the point and
place of beginning and containing 0.0199 acres (867.5 square feet) of land be the same more or less. The
above described parcel of land shall be considered a public utility easement, reserving the rights of the
City of Dover, their agents or assigns to free access for ingress and egress to these premises and every part
thereof at all times for purpose of installing, maintaining and operating its existing public utilities.
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Adjacent to ED-05-077.05-04-36.00
Being a portion of that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent County, State
of Delaware, being an improved public street running in a west to east direction, located to the west of
South American Avenue, said portion of street beginning at a point identified as the southwest corner of
Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-36.00; thence running with Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-36.00 North 86
degrees 32 minutes East 108.89 feet along the northerly line of the 10’ wide street to the southeast corner
of Parcel No. 05-077.05-04-36.00; thence running South 7 degrees 5 minutes East 5 feet crossing into
said 10’ wide street to a point in the center of the street, opposite the southeast corner of Parcel No. ED-
05-077.05-04-36.00; thence running South 86 degrees 32 minutes West 108.89 feet parallel to the
northerly line of the 10’ wide street to a point; thence running North 7 degrees 5 minutes West 5 feet,
being the point and place of beginning and containing 0.0125 acres (544.45 square feet) of land be the
same more or less. The above described parcel of land shall be considered a public utility easement,
reserving the rights of the City of Dover, their agents or assigns to free access for ingress and egress to
these premises and every part thereof at all times for purpose of installing, maintaining and operating its
existing public utilities.
Section 2. The Council of the City of Dover will sit on Monday, February 10, 2014, at 7:30 p.m., in the
Council Chambers at City Hall, Dover, Delaware, to hear the objections of such residents of the City or
owners of the property affected as shall attend, in accordance with the provisions of Section 27 of the
Charter of the City of Dover (Chapter 130, Volume 77, Laws of Delaware).
Section 3. The Clerk of Council is hereby directed to post copies of this Resolution in five or more public
places in the City of Dover.
ADOPTED: JANUARY 27, 2014
TEA/NAES Report (November)
The TEA/NAES Monthly Report for November 2013 was 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.
Referring to the Executive Summary on Page 1 of the report, Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, explained
that the graph depicted that the City’s actual power supply costs through the first five (5) months of Fiscal
Year 2014 had been tracking slightly higher than budgeted and stated that staff would continue to monitor
this issue. He noted that the City’s actual load was tracking very close to what was anticipated with the
new load numbers developed for Fiscal Year 2014.
As indicated during the Committee meeting of December 9, 2013, Mr. Koenig stated that staff was very
concerned about the reactive service charge related to a reallocation of costs within the PJM grid, which
had affected a number of entities. He informed members that Mr. Robert Trinnear, Director of Risk
Management and Financial Trading, The Energy Authority (TEA), was scheduled to attend the January
27, 2014 Committee meeting to discuss the issues associated with the charge.
Referring to the YTD Variance Report on Page 12 of the report, Mr. Koenig noted that, so far this year,
the City was running approximately $473,000 over budget for the total utilities cost. He expressed
concern with this overage and indicated that staff was monitoring this issue, but that the cost was being
driven by the reactive service charge. TEA and other effected entities have been in serious discussions
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with PJM to determine why this cost is impacting these entities in this manner. Mr. Koenig explained
his understanding that there were some changes to the cost formulas and allocations, and these increases
seem to have been unexpected; however, he indicated that they are real charges which are unlikely to be
readjusted.
Mr. Koenig reiterated that staff would continue to monitor these costs since the adjusted revenues and
load budgets for Fiscal Year 2014 are very tight. He stated that the City was steadily under budget every
month last fiscal year.
Mr. Blakeman expressed his appreciation for the inclusion of the alphabetical listing of the PJM charges
and the addition of the summary of the accounts.
The Committee recommended acceptance of the TEA/NAES Monthly Report for November 2013.
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded
by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare,
Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
Garrison Oak Technical Park Project Updates
Members were provided the following updates:
City Infrastructure
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated that the City was in the final processes of getting all of the
approvals ready for the Garrison Oak Technical Park infrastructure. He noted that the City received an
approval from the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) approximately one week ago and
staff was wrapping up all of the final approvals so that the final plan package could be stamped as
approved. Mr. Koenig explained that bids were received last week and staff was currently reviewing
those bids; however, the bids appeared to be a little higher than anticipated and they were working to
determine whether any value engineering could take place. In the near future, staff will be bringing these
bids before Council either to request bid approval or a budget adjustment in order to bring the bids
forward for approval.
Calpine Energy Center
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, informed members that staff was continuing weekly conference calls
with Calpine and construction seemed to be on schedule. Last week, Calpine indicated that all of the
heavy hauls that were coming in by barge through Leipsic and being transferred down Route 9 and White
Oak Road were completed. He stated that this had been a major concern for him and the successful
completion of the deliveries was a major milestone. Mr. Koenig credited the contractors and all of the
agencies associated with the move for the flawless completion of the deliveries. He noted that a number
of deliveries remained, including some oversized deliveries, but that they would all be tractor trailer loads.
Additionally, Mr. Koenig informed members that staff was finishing up the easement work for the radio
transmission line, which will run from the Garrison Energy Center to the Cartanza Substation. The
administrative plans for the water tower had been signed off on and staff expected construction to begin
soon. He stated that a lot of construction activity was planned for this area, including Calpine and City
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infrastructure, and there was also potential for Uzin Utz to start construction in the coming months.
Mr. Koenig noted that The Energy Center was moving forward with the critical date of June 2015, when
Calpine will transmit energy to the grid.
In response to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Koenig explained that the route for the radio transmission line had
been laid out, staff had completed all of the easement preparation, as well as the appraisals of the
easements, and had the official alignment. At this time, staff was only awaiting final signatures.
Responding to Mr. Hutchison regarding construction of the water tower, Mr. Koenig stated that the whole
contract was for approximately 400 days, so by the end of this year the tower should be ready for
operation.
Dover Sun Park
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, noted that members were provided a spreadsheet - Electric Revenue
Fund, FY14 - White Oak Solar Park Incremental Cost, based on previous requests and comments. He
advised members that the incremental Sun Park cost, from July through November, was $196,192.
Mr. Koenig explained that the incremental Sun Park cost reflects the increased cost to the City as a result
of using solar energy, compared to the amount that would have been paid if the City used regular fossil
fuel. He stated that solar energy is necessary for the City to meet the demands under the regional portfolio
standards, as well as to comply with the Governor’s legislation for renewables. While it is more
expensive, it is performing as expected.
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded
by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare,
Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT -
JANUARY 13, 2014
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met on January 13, 2014 with Chairman Lynn
presiding.
Transfer of Davis Estate Donation to the Dover Library Foundation
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, explained that the Dover Public Library was an heir to the estate of
Mrs. Sata Davis and a beneficiary of the Frank Davis Trust. The estate’s executor, Ms. Patricia Mercer,
sent the Library’s portion of the estate and the trust, in the amount of $61,735.80, to the City of Dover
and the funds were deposited in an escrow account. At the December 12, 2013 meeting of the Dover
Library Foundation Board, members voted to request City Council to transfer the funds from the Davis
Estate to the Dover Library Foundation to support its mission in accordance with its by-laws.
Mr. Koenig stated that it was Deputy City Solicitor William Pepper’s opinion, upon reviewing the will,
that the decedents’ intent was to benefit the Library.
Mr. Koenig advised members that the topic of future donations was also discussed during the Dover
Library Foundation Board meeting. He noted that all current fundraising uses the Dover Library
Foundation as the beneficiary; however, it was believed that it was likely that the Dover Public Library
would continue to be identified as a beneficiary for years to come. Dover Library Foundation members
voted to direct the Library Director to work with the City Manager and Council liaison to craft a policy
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to be proposed to the City Council to determine how future contributions to the Dover Public Library
would be handled. Mr. Koenig indicated that a policy to address future donations would be presented
for consideration once it could be drafted and reviewed.
Mr. Koenig stated that the issue at hand was whether Dover City Council would like to retain the right
to decide how the donated funds would be spent to benefit the Dover Public Library. The Foundation
had requested that this large donation be transferred to the Foundation so that it could be made part of the
endowment to benefit the Dover Public Library, in accordance with the resolutions that were adopted
previously by City Council. (City Clerk’s Office Note: During the City Council meeting held on January
12, 2009, Council adopted Resolution No. 2009-03 which created the Dover Library Foundation, and
during the City Council Meeting held on February 11, 2013, Council adopted Resolution No. 2013-04
which amended Resolution No. 2009-03 to allow management of Dover Library Foundation accounts
and funds to be conveyed to the Foundation.)
Mr. Koenig recommended that the proceeds of the Davis estate that were gifted to the Dover Public
Library be transferred to the Dover Library Foundation, as requested by the Dover Library Foundation,
and that a policy be drafted that will outline how future donations of this nature will be handled.
Responding to Mr. Hare regarding how donations are currently managed, Mr. Koenig explained that if
a gift were donated specifically to the Dover Library Foundation, the money would go to the Foundation
and the by-laws of the Foundation would determine use of these funds; however, if the donation were
made to the City of Dover to benefit the Library, the funds would come to the City of Dover. He stated
that the donation under discussion was made to the “Dover Public Library,” which did not exist as a
corporate entity; however, the intent of the gift was to benefit the library.
Mr. Lynn noted that since the Dover Library Foundation is a relatively new entity, many wills and estate
documents will reference the Dover Public Library versus the Dover Library Foundation.
Mr. Lynn questioned if the Dover Library Foundation was a third-party, private entity. Responding,
Mr. Koenig stated that it is a 501(c)(3) corporation and its creation was authorized by City Council. The
Foundation has its own by-laws and governing board. Mr. Koenig explained that he and Ms. Margery
Cyr, Library Director, serve on the Foundation’s Board.
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, expressed concerns regarding the donation. She noted that
the financial policies for the City require that any infrequent or non-recurring items go toward capital
projects. She explained, for example, that donations received for parks and recreation have been
designated for the Parkland Reserve Fund and donations for the Library have gone to the Library Reserve
Fund that was started for construction of the library. The Davis bequest was received by the City and if
Council chose to direct it to the Library, it would be transferred to the Library as a contribution.
Mrs. Mitchell felt that the Dover Library Foundation’s request would not be in line with the City’s cash
contribution financial policy. She stated her understanding that the Foundation would like to invest the
funds for future capital and noted that this was exactly what the City would do with the same amount of
money; however, if the City invested it for those needs, it would be under the auspices of the City’s
investment policy. In addition, Mrs. Mitchell stated that giving funds to an outside entity could create
controversy in light of the current challenging economic times.
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Mr. Slavin expressed his opinion that the City’s fiscal policies could not undo the will of those donating
funds, noting that Council had taken the previous action of setting up the Library Foundation for the
purpose of receiving donations and now found itself at a place where the “new world hasn’t caught up
with the old world” in regard to how money was being donated. He felt that an exception to the financial
policy could be made and reminded members that Council had the power to do so.
In addition, Mr. Slavin stated that these funds would be invested for future capital needs. He stated his
understanding that the funds would be placed in an endowment, which was vastly different from saying
that they would be invested for the purpose of using them later for capital projects. Mr. Slavin noted that
funds in an endowment would be invested and the purpose of the endowment would not legally allow
them to be touched. He indicated that if the endowment were set up with the Delaware Community
Foundation, the corpus of the endowment would be prevented from being raided for any purpose, noting
that he would be much more comfortable with this arrangement than placing the funds inside the City
government. The Delaware Community Foundation, through its board of directors, could then determine
what percentage of the interest could be used for the projects that they determine.
Mrs. Mitchell expressed her understanding that Council had the right to make exceptions. She explained
that the Davis will was developed in 2012 and the Library Foundation was in existence prior to that;
therefore, she felt that no one present could know the donors’ intent.
Mr. Slavin reminded members that Mr. William Pepper, Deputy City Solicitor, had reviewed the will(s)
and provided a legal opinion regarding the intent.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that Mr. Pepper’s opinion was that the funds could be transferred to the Foundation
but she was unsure if this was the donor’s intent.
Responding to Mr. Lynn, Mrs. Mitchell confirmed that if the donation went to the City, the City would
be a “flow-through entity” for the funds and there would be no adverse tax consequences.
Mr. Hare expressed his opinion that when funds are bequeathed to the Dover Public Library, these funds
should go to the Dover Library Foundation unless they are designated for a specific purpose, such as to
purchase new computers.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that if this approach were taken, she would prefer that Council make it clear that any
similar donations in the future would go to the Delaware Community Foundation.
Mr. Hare stated that this should be in the policy unless a specific purpose is identified in the bequest.
Mrs. Mitchell stated her concurrence if this was Council’s desire.
Mr. Shevock suggested that when an individual or organization notifies the City that funds will be
bequeathed, that the City advise those involved to make the check out properly to eliminate the need to
come before Council. Mrs. Mitchell noted that the City was unaware that this donation was pending.
She suggested that if the City receives a check for the Dover Public Library, Mrs. Margery Cyr, Library
Director, could provide clarification regarding how the donor wished the funds be used.
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Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mrs. Mitchell confirmed that the City could manage any funds received by
the Foundation that were not specifically directed to the endowment.
Mr. Lynn noted that the City was still ultimately responsible for capital improvements and would
continue to need funds relative to capital improvement projects separate from the Foundation.
Mrs. Mitchell confirmed this, however, she noted that the Foundation can always partner with the City
on those improvements.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that there were no restrictions regarding the funds mentioned in the will.
The Committee recommended acceptance of the donation from the Davis estate in the amount of
$61,735.80 and that it be transferred to the Dover Library Foundation.
Mr. Slavin moved that any future donations made to the City for the Dover Public Library, unless
otherwise specifically cited, be transferred to the Dover Library Foundation. The motion was seconded
by Mr. Hare.
Mr. Lynn advised members that the Dover Library Foundation was already contemplating an omnibus
policy on this point and suggested that members wait to see what the Foundation had to say on this matter
before proceeding.
Mr. Rushe noted that the second part of staff’s recommendation was that the City Manager draft a policy
that will outline how future donations of this nature would be handled.
Mr. Slavin withdraw his motion and Mr. Hare concurred.
Mr. Rushe moved to table the issue of the policy on future donations to the Dover Public Library until
such time as the City Manager can meet with the necessary people to recommend a policy and that this
policy be brought back to the Committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Shevock.
Mr. Slavin encouraged staff to develop a “clean” process that is not confusing and that this be
accomplished quickly since there was an audience of foundations and potential givers.
Responding to Mr. Lynn, Mr. Koenig stated his desire to return to the Dover Public Library Foundation
to discuss the policy, which would be reviewed by Mr. Lynn as the Council liaison for the Foundation.
He expected that it would return to the Committee by their meeting scheduled in approximately 30 days,
or by the meeting scheduled subsequent to that date.
Mrs. Margery Cyr, Library Director, stated that this matter could be considered by the Dover Library
Foundation and their response could be provided within 30 days.
Mr. Lynn suggested that information could be provided in the Dover Library Foundation newsletter to
clarify that potential donors should make the distinction in estate documents regarding the recipients of
donations.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Ms. Cyr confirmed that the Dover Library Foundation was a 501(c)(3)
organization.
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The Committee tabled the issue of the policy on future donations to the Dover Public Library until such
time as the City Manager can meet with the necessary people to recommend a policy for review by the
Committee.
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation to accept
the donation from the Davis estate in the amount of $61,735.80 and that it be transferred to the
Dover Library Foundation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote
of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare, Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza),
and one (1) absent (Anderson).
Proposed Plan to Cover Dangerous Building Demolition Costs
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that, in an effort to improve the quality of life in
various neighborhoods throughout the City, staff had placed a continuous effort on the removal of
dangerous buildings. He noted that the FY 2014 had been very active and the City had spent or
committed as much as $175,000 toward demolition efforts. Since the original budget was $140,000 for
these efforts during FY 2014, Mr. Koenig proposed adjusting the budget to continue the demolition
actions through the remainder of the fiscal year. He noted that the estimated demolition expenses for
FY 2014 were $250,000.
Mr. Koenig stated that the $110,000 shortfall in the demolition budget could be made up by transferring
$20,000 in unused salary and benefits from the Planning Office to the demolition budget and the
remainder could come from other General Fund division personnel budgets. These funds were available
due to a Planner II position being vacant for approximately four (4) months, as well as other vacancies
in various General Fund divisions. Mr. Koenig reviewed the requested amendment and prior history of
the City of Dover Demolition Program. He advised members that Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director
of Planning and Community Development, expected the demolition budget request for FY 2015 to be
in the range of $150,000 - $175,000.
Mr. Koenig explained that the request was necessary because the City Manager did not have the authority
to amend or adjust the 10 Series budgets for open salaries to move it down into the 20 and 30 series for
operating expenses and Council action would be required to adjust these budgets.
Mr. Koenig requested that the City Manager be authorized to transfer unused salary and benefits in the
amount of $20,000 from the Planning Division, as well as from other General Fund divisions throughout
the City, to the demolition budget, which would increase the demolition budget from $140,000 to
$250,000 for FY 2014.
Responding to Mr. Shevock, Mr. Koenig noted that the sale of the property does not typically happen in
the same fiscal year that the demolition occurs. The City goes through the demolition process and places
a lien against the property. He noted that it is sometimes two (2) to three (3) years before funds are
received. Mr. Koenig estimated that the City had received approximately $80,000 - $90,000 per year in
demolition receipts. He stated that some demolition expenses had been written off in the past because
properties had been transferred to Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity. For practical purposes,
demolitions are only considered as an expense. If revenue is recovered, it is considered a bonus.
Mr. Koenig estimated the percentage of return at 50% or less.
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In response to Mr. Lynn, Mr. Koenig stated that $20,000 would come from the Planning Department and
the remaining $90,000 would come from other General Fund budgets, such as Public Works. He stated
that he would be reviewing each of the General Fund division budgets and would develop an amendment.
Mr. Koenig stated that he would make every effort to have the funding identified before the matter comes
before Council on January 27, 2014.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation to authorize the City Manager to
transfer unused salary and benefits in the amount of $20,000 from the Planning Division, as well as from
other General Fund divisions throughout the City, to the demolition budget, which would increase the
demolition budget from $140,000 to $250,000 for FY 2014.
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded
by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare,
Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
Proposed Ordinance #2014-01 - Amendment to Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article IV - Abatement
of Real Estate Taxes; Appendix C - Downtown Redevelopment, Article II - Definitions and Article
III - Eligibility; and Appendix E - Commercial and Industrial Building Redevelopment, Article II -
Eligibility
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, explained that the City offers incentives to certain qualifying industries,
businesses, and homeowners to expand or locate within the limits of the City, and business and property
owners to improve their properties. Tax abatement incentives are offered to certain qualifying industries
and businesses to expand or locate in the City, and persons purchasing residential real property (where
they will reside) within a designated area. Additionally, in the Downtown Redevelopment Target Area,
eligible projects may receive a full waiver of building permit fees, a full waiver of City impact fees (for
multi-story mixed use development), and abatement of the property taxes on the improvements for a
period of ten years. For commercial and industrial buildings, where there are renovations to establish a
new business, projects may receive a 50% reduction in building permit fees, a 50% reduction in any
applicable City impact fees, and abatement of the property taxes on the improvements for a period of ten
years.
In recent years, some of the beneficiaries of these incentives have become delinquent on City taxes and
there is no mechanism to revoke the outstanding incentives if property owners are delinquent. The
proposed amendments would require compliance with the City’s Clean Hands Ordinance and provide
for the revocation of approved but unrealized incentives if the beneficiary of the incentives becomes
delinquent on obligations owed to the City. The proposed amendments reference and are consistent with
the City Clean Hands Ordinance, which prevents the City from issuing permits or establishing services
for property owners who are delinquent on obligations to the City.
The proposed ordinance would also make tax exempt properties ineligible for the incentives.
Staff recommended adoption of Proposed Ordinance #2014-01.
The Committee recommended adoption of Proposed Ordinance #2014-01, as recommended by staff.
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By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded
by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare,
Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson). (The First Reading of
the ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting.)
Request for Infrastructure Reimbursement - Wesley College
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated that he had been working with Dr. William Johnston, President,
over the past several months on project closeout issues associated with redevelopment around Wesley
College. In December of 2012, the Dover City Council approved a construction contract in the amount
of $96,411.75 with Corrado Construction, Co., to construct the Wesley College Streetscape Enhancement
- Phase I. The project was funded by a Community Transportation Funds agreement in the amount of
$148,604. In September 2013, City Council approved a final change order on the project, which
increased the total project cost to $125,574.34. In December of 2013, the City Manager received a
request from Wesley College to be reimbursed for work that was completed within the City’s North State
Street Alley West right-of-way. This work was originally planned to be included in Phase I of the
Streetscape Enhancement; however, scheduling conflicts between the College and the City prevented this
work from being included in the scope of work for the Streetscape Enhancement - Phase I.
The City Manager and officials from Wesley College have met with representatives from the Delaware
Department of Transportation (DelDOT) to determine whether these costs could be added to the
Community Transportation Fund agreement; however, the expenses occurred before the agreement was
signed; therefore, these expenses cannot be added to the current agreement. Senator Colin Bonini has
indicated that he is willing to fund other public improvements within the City in an amount at least equal
to the requested reimbursement; therefore, the City of Dover would not incur a net expense on the
reimbursement. There are a number of sidewalk projects in the downtown area that can be funded using
Community Transportation Funds.
The City Manager requested authorization from City Council to reimburse Wesley College for the
expenses incurred in the City’s right-of-way ($24,500 per letter dated December 20, 2013) provided
Community Transportation Funds in an amount equal to or greater than $24,500 can be secured from area
legislators to replace the funding associated with the reimbursement. The reimbursement will be issued
using General Fund dollars associated with the City’s Concrete Construction and Replacement Program
(Project # ST1402).
Mr. Koenig stated that several sidewalk projects had been identified and were being estimated by staff
to be forwarded to the legislators for funding and this reimbursement is tied to Community Transportation
Funds.
Mr. Shevock questioned if the City would wait to obtain the funds from Senator Bonini before
reimbursing Wesley College. Mr. Koenig stated that he would wait until he received a commitment on
the agreements. He stated that 10% of the funds would be received when the agreement is signed and
the rest of the agreement funds are typically received once an expense is incurred.
Mr. Bonar commended Mr. Koenig for working with the legislative contingent on suburban street funds,
noting that many infrastructure issues and projects would have to be addressed in the next several months
and the next fiscal year. He encouraged staff to keep an open dialogue and respond to their requests in
a timely fashion.
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The Committee recommended authorizing the City Manager to reimburse Wesley College for the
expenses incurred in the City’s right-of-way, in the amount of $24,500 per letter dated
December 20, 2013, provided that Community Transportation Funds in an amount equal to or greater
than $24,500 can be secured from area legislators to replace the funding associated with the
reimbursement. The reimbursement will be issued using General Fund dollars associated with the City’s
Concrete Construction and Replacement Program (Project # ST1402).
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded
by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare,
Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
Proposed Grant-In-Aid Policy
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, advised members that, based on the requests of some
members of Council, she developed a Grant-In-Aid policy. She noted that she had followed the State’s
policy and modified it to meet the City’s parameters. Mrs. Mitchell advised members that if the policy
were adopted, all of the documents included would merely have to be modified.
Mrs. Mitchell reviewed the presentation entitled City of Dover FY 20XX - Grant-In-Aid Instructions.
Referring to Form 9 - Signature Page, she stated that Council would need to make a determination if they
wished to specify the signature requirements for the policy. She noted that Item # 5 on Form 9 specifies
“That this organization meets the criteria established and uses any Grant-In-Aid appropriated by the City
Council in accordance with those provisions and any additional restrictions that may be set forth in the
Grant-in-Aid policy.” She noted that Council would need to establish this criteria. In addition, in regard
to Form 10, she indicated that the State requires that a copy of the most recent audit prepared by a
certified public accountant or public accountant accompany the application but allows for substitution
of Sample Forms A-B-C. She indicated that Council should make a decision in this regard as well.
She noted that Council would also have to determine the timeline for applications, by whom they are
reviewed, and the dates for submission in relation to the timing of the budget.
Mr. Slavin expressed appreciation for Mrs. Mitchell’s efforts in developing the policy. He questioned
if the City was obligated to have a Grant-In-Aid program. He stated that City could send out instructions
stating that applications were not being invited this year because of current fiscal constraints; however,
it would prepare the City for this to be done in the future and ensure that there would be a “level playing
field” for applicants. He noted that there had been criticism about the way in which some organizations
had received funds in the past and others did not.
Mr. Lynn, noting that there was a provision in the policy that requires any entity applying for a grant to
supply an audit, asked if this language was in the State’s policy. Responding, Mrs. Mitchell confirmed
that it was. She also noted that the language allowed for a compilation statement by a certified public
accountant or independent public accountant to be submitted in lieu of a copy of an audit with a
management letter.
Mr. Hare questioned if this policy would preclude a “walk-in” applicant from requesting Grant-In-Aid
funds. Responding, Mr. Slavin stated that the policy would create a uniform process for all applicants.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that if the Committee was in favor of the policy, she could incorporate dates and
send out a notice indicating whether or not the City would be receiving applications.
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Mr. Lynn asked if the entities that the City had historically provided funds to, such as the African
American Festival and the Fourth of July Committee, would have to fill out the application in the future
if the policy were adopted. Responding, Mrs. Mitchell stated that it would be Council’s decision whether
to grandfather those entities in. Mr. Hare felt that these organizations should fill out the form at least the
first time so that an audit would be provided.
Mr. Slavin stated that, at the State level, there was a moratorium on receiving new applications; therefore,
only existing recipients of Grant-In-Aid could submit applications for a particular year.
Responding to Mr. Lynn, Mrs. Mitchell stated that these funds had been granted previously after being
budgeted and approved by Council through the request of Council.
Mr. Slavin suggested that consideration of how Grant-In-Aid should be handled during the upcoming
fiscal year should be included in the annual budget discussions. Mrs. Mitchell suggested that this could
be included in the Council Workshop being scheduled in March to discuss budget matters.
Mr. Bonar stated that the deadline for State Grant-In-Aid applications is November of each year so that
they can be included in budget discussions. Noting that the City was already well into the budget process,
he recommended that, starting with next fiscal year, applications be submitted no later than November 1st
or November 15th, whichever Mrs. Mitchell deemed necessary. He concurred with Mr. Hare that all
entities should submit an application and Mrs. Mitchell suggested that this also be discussed at the March
Workshop.
The Committee recommended acceptance of the City of Dover FY 2015 Grant-In-Aid Application and
procedures.
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation for
acceptance of the City of Dover FY 2015 Grant-In-Aid Application and Procedures (Exhibit #4).
The motion was seconded by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes (Dixon,
Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare, Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one (1) absent
(Anderson).
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the Legislative, Finance, and
Administration Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Dixon and carried by a roll call vote of seven
(7) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Slavin, Williams, Hare, Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Perza), and one
(1) absent (Anderson).
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - JANUARY 27, 2014
The Utility Committee met on January 27, 2014 with Chairwoman Williams presiding. Except for the
following time sensitive issues, the Committee Report from January 27, 2014 will be presented to
Council during their Regular Meeting of February 10, 2014 for review and consideration.
Permanent Easement and Temporary Workspace Agreements - Eastern Shore Natural Gas
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed staff’s request for the City to execute a permanent easement
and temporary workspace agreements with Eastern Shore Natural Gas (ESNG), to allow ESNG to
construct a 16" natural gas pipeline to service the Garrison Energy Center (GEC). He stated that this
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project was necessary to provide high pressure gas to the Calpine facility and the Garrison Tract. Staff
had been working with ESNG and their engineers to identify the easement areas and complete the
necessary documentation to allow ESNG to begin construction immediately.
Staff recommended authorizing the City Manager or his designated staff to execute the easement
agreement and other necessary agreements with Eastern Shore Natural Gas (ESNG) to facilitate the
construction of the proposed 16" natural gas pipeline across lands owned by the City of Dover, as
depicted in the referenced agreements. Financial consideration for the easements shall be delegated to
the City Manager and the City Manager will notify City Council of the results.
Mr. Koenig noted that the staff was still working on the financial consideration for the easements but
estimated an approximate cost of $700 per acre.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Koenig stated that one (1) of the easements was approximately
three-quarters of an acre and there was not a large amount of land in total.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Koenig explained that this item would be considered by Council at the
meeting being held later in the evening in order to allow ESNG to begin construction immediately.
ESNG had originally anticipated starting construction in Cheswold and working south to the GEC;
however, due to the scheduled Firefly Music Festival and NASCAR race at Dover Downs, ESNG
decided to invert the construction time line to begin at the GEC.
In response to Mr. Perza, Mr. Koenig stated his opinion that it was not necessary for the Committee to
specifically allocate an amount for the easement. The standard used for other easements at the GEC was
$700.
Mr. Blakeman moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation to authorize the City Manager
or his designated staff to execute the easement agreement and other necessary agreements with Eastern
Shore Natural Gas (ESNG) to facilitate the construction of the proposed 16" natural gas pipeline across
lands owned by the City of Dover, as depicted in the referenced agreements, and to delegate financial
consideration for the easements to the City Manager, with the City Manager to notify City Council of the
results, seconded by Mr. Snaman.
Responding to Mayor Carey, Mr. Koenig stated that pictures were taken of the area to ensure restoration;
however, video was not use. He assured members that the area would be documented prior to
construction.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation to authorize the City Manager or his
designated staff to execute the easement agreement and other necessary agreements with Eastern Shore
Natural Gas (ESNG) to facilitate the construction of the proposed 16" natural gas pipeline across lands
owned by the City of Dover, as depicted in the referenced agreements, and to delegate financial
consideration for the easements to the City Manager, with the City Manager to notify City Council of the
results.
Mrs. Williams moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by
Mr. Hutchison and carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes (Dixon, Perza, Williams, Hare,
Hutchison, and Bonar), one (1) no (Lynn), one (1) abstention (Slavin), and one (1) absent
(Anderson).
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Easements and Rights-of-Way between City of Dover and Delmarva Power & Light Company
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed staff’s request to grant a series of easements and
rights-of-way for the radial line from the Garrison Energy Center (GEC) to the Cartanza Substation. He
noted a correction to the documentation provided in the Committee Action Form (CAF), dated January
22, 2014, related to this item. Although the CAF indicated that Document “A”, Document “B”, and
Document “C” would grant easements and rights-of-way to Delmarva Power & Light Company (DP&L),
he explained that Document “A” and Document “B” would grant easements to DP&L but that Document
“C” was the original easement to the GEC which will subsequently be turned over to DP&L at some
point in the future.
Staff recommended authorizing the City Manager to execute the final versions of all components of
Document “A” and Document “B”, which are easements to DP&L, as well as Document “C”, the
original easement to the GEC which will subsequently be turned over to DP&L at some point in the
future after construction, for the granting of easements and rights-of-way to both DP&L and the GEC for
the proposed construction, operation, and maintenance of power lines and structures associated with the
transmission of electric power from the GEC to the Cartanza Substation; and authorizing the City
Manager to amend the original lease between the City of Dover and the Garrison Energy Center, LLC
to add the acres described within the documents (a total of 8.4301 acres) in accordance with the rents
described in the lease.
Mr. Koenig advised members that instead of being paid for the easements, the City Manager would
amend the master lease with the GEC to include the easement areas as part of leased land, so that the City
would be financially compensated for it throughout the agreement period with GEC.
Responding to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Koenig stated his understanding that DP&L would own and be
responsible for maintenance to the radial line from Calpine to the Cartanza Substation.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Koenig stated that the voltage for the radial line would be 230kV.
Responding to Mr. Hutchison, Mr. Koenig stated that construction of the 16" gas line, the GEC, and the
radial line was scheduled for completion by the end of 2014. The GEC was expected to produce power
to the PJM (Pennsylvania, Jersey, Maryland Power Pool) grid in June 2015.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation to authorize the City manager to
execute the final versions of all components of Document “A” and Document “B”, which are easements
to Delmarva Power and Light (DP&L), as well as Document “C”, the original easement to the Garrison
Energy Center (GEC) which will subsequently be turned over to DP&L at some point in the future after
construction, for the granting of easements and rights-of-way to both DP&L and the GEC for the
proposed construction, operation, and maintenance of power lines and structures associated with the
transmission of electric power from the GEC to the Cartanza Substation; and to authorize the City
Manager to amend the original lease between the City of Dover and the Garrison Energy Center, LLC
to add the acres described within the documents (a total of 8.4301 acres) in accordance with the rents
described in the lease.
Mrs. Williams moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Dixon
and carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes (Dixon, Perza, Slavin, Williams, Hare, and Hutchison),
one (1) no (Lynn), one (1) abstention (Bonar), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
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The Utility Committee Report was accepted by unanimous consent.
QUARTERLY REVENUE REPORT
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed the Quarterly Revenue Report as of December 31, 2013, in
the absence of Mrs. Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer.
Mr. Slavin noted that, although the transfer tax appears to be tracking toward $1.1M, the budget estimate
was previously reduced by $215,000.
Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the report, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and unanimously
carried.
EVALUATION OF BIDS - GARRISON OAK TECHNICAL PARK SANITARY SEWER
IMPROVEMENTS
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that this project is described as three (3) phases of
work, the first phase is generally described as, the removal and replacement of existing pipe, equipment
and controls within existing Pump Station No. 5 including pump replacements, control replacement,
SCADA integration and associated work. The second phase is generally described as, construction of
a new pre-packaged pump station (Pump Station No. 14R) and force main including the complete pump
station facility, SCADA integration, and horizontal direction drill and open cut force main construction
using HDPE and ductile iron pipe. The third phase is generally described as, demolition and
abandonment of existing Pump Station No. 14 including removal of equipment, controls, and piping;
abandonment of piping and structures; and restoration of pump station area. All work will be paid for
at the unit prices bid for work completed and accepted by the City of Dover. The total work authorized
under this contract will not exceed the available funding.
Three (3) contractors submitted unit price bids for the proposed work to be performed. Based on the
proposed quantities, the estimated contract values are as follows:
Contractor Location Bid Price Evaluated Bid Price
Eastern States Construction Wilmington, DE $2,528,603.00 $2,528,603.00
George & Lynch, Inc. Dover, DE $2,572,065.00 $2,494,903.05*
Teal Construction Dover, DE $2,798,780.00 $2,714,816.60*
* = Evaluated Bid, based on Local Vendor Preference
George & Lynch Inc. submitted all of the contractor’s qualification information, including a list of
recently completed projects similar in scope and a financial statement. All were found to be adequate.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Koenig stated that the evaluated bid price represents a 3% reduction for
local vendor preference.
Staff recommended awarding a unit price contract for the Garrison Oak Technical Park Sanitary Sewer
Improvements to George & Lynch Inc., in response to City of Dover Bid #14-0018PW, for the amount
not to exceed $2,572,065.
Mr. Hutchison moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mrs. Williams and
carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Anderson absent).
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EVALUATION OF BIDS - GARRISON OAK TECHNICAL PARK SUBDIVISION
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that this work is generally described as furnishing all
labor, equipment and materials necessary to grade and install approximately 6,500 linear feet of new road
and associated curb and sidewalk, 54 catch basins, 25 storm drain manholes, 9,000 linear feet of storm
drain pipe, 41 sanitary manholes, 8,000 linear feet of sanitary sewer, 6,535 linear feet of water main, 12
fire hydrants and 14 water services. In addition, the bid package includes drainage improvements, earthen
swales, and the creation of two (2) new storm water management areas and two (2) new road entrances
onto White Oak Road. The two (2) new entrances include 100 square yard inches of pavement milling,
50 square yards of Type C overlay, 2,250 square yards of full depth road construction, 1,200 linear feet
of curb and the application of tack coat. All work will be paid for at the unit prices bid for work
completed and accepted by the City of Dover. This project is utilizing the funding sources that are being
utilized with other projects related to this development. The water account is also being used to construct
the Garrison Water Storage Tank (1.5 MG). The wastewater account is also being used to construct the
Garrison Oak Technical Park Sanitary Sewer Improvement project.
Mr. Koenig explained that this expenditure would exceed the budgeted amount and that he proposed to
address the funding as follows:
Amount Budget Method of
Infrastructure Required Remaining Shortfall Balancing
Water $876,605 $534,700 $(341,905) Transfer FY15 Water Quality Imp. monies
Wastewater $815,952 $396,261 $(419,691) Transfer unused FY14 I & I monies
Street/Storm Sewer/
Landscape $4,522,143 $1,665,725 $(2,856,418) Low Interest Loan - Electric Reserves
(Funding Source being reviewed)
Six (6) contractors submitted unit price bids for the proposed work to be performed. Based on the
proposed quantities, the estimated contract values are as follows:
Contractor Location Amount of Bid Evaluated Bid Price
A-Del Construction Co. Newark, DE $6,214,700.00 $6,214,700.00
Diamond Materials LLC Wilmington, DE $7,512,533,25 $7,512,533.25
Dixie Construction Co. Georgetown, DE $6,329,221.10 $6,329,221.10
Eastern States Construction Wilmington, DE $7,969,255.40 $7,969,255.40
George & Lynch, Inc. Dover, DE $8,131,211.71 $7,887,275.36*
Daisy Construction Newport, DE $7,367,820.55 $7,367,820.55
* = Evaluated Bid, based on Local Vendor Preference
A-Del Construction Company submitted all of the contractor's qualification information, including a list
of recently completed projects similar in scope, as well as a financial statement that were all found to be
adequate.
Responding to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Koenig stated that the $2M difference in the bid amounts could be
attributed to availability and work scheduling. He also noted that the details of the loan repayment had
not yet been worked out; however, he speculated that it may be a 10-year loan.
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Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Koenig stated that the original bids for this project, which were obtained
in April 2011, did not include some of the design parameters that are driving the cost of the infrastructure.
The Garrison site plan includes a 618MW facility and they are currently building 309MW. For
engineering purposes, the infrastructure must be designed as if the complete build-out of the project were
in place. He noted that the design parameters that are driving the size of the water tower and the pump
station are anticipating the full build-out of the park. Mr. Koenig stated that the size of the water tower
has grown and the necessary improvements to the sanitary sewer system, including the size of the pump
station associated with Garrison has grown. He noted that they are doing work at White Oak #5 in the
amount of $1M and there have been a number of discussions with DelDOT regarding the entrance
requirements and those costs have been included in the infrastructure costs. Also included are
engineering and design work related to the floodplain. Mr. Koenig advised members that they are
proposing to install all of the sidewalks and landscaping that is associated with the improvements to the
right-of-way.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Koenig stated that the FY 2015 Water Quality Improvement funds would
be available on July 1, 2014. He noted that $1M is identified per year for water quality improvements
as part of the baseline budget and it is then broken down into various projects.
Mr. Slavin asked how the $419,691 transfer from the I&I improvements would impact the fees paid to
Kent County. Mr. Koenig stated that it is a systemic problem and that it would impact the budget in
future years.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Koenig stated that he did not think a low interest loan from the electric
fund would be unprecedented.
Mr. Hutchison asked if there were any other future obligations related to this project. Mr. Koenig stated
that there would be a final modification to the Becker Morgan contract to include a Conditional Letter
of Map Revision (CLOMR) for the floodplain; the relocation of four (4) 69kV electric poles along the
road; and, once the next tenant is secured, a potential traffic study to determine necessary future
improvements to White Oak Road.
Responding to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Koenig stated that the water tower size was based on Calpine’s service
requirements and the need to maintain water pressure under heavy demand. He noted that once the gas
and steam components are in place, the combined electrical generation capability will be 618MW and
the projected revenue from water consumption is $2.1M.
Noting the variance in the budgeted project amount and the resultant bids, Mr. Perza asked if the City
may have missed anything in their estimation. Mr. Koenig responded that the estimating numbers used
were prepared by EDiS, a third-party construction manager. Mr. Perza asked if the City updates budget
estimates with the EDiS numbers for future planning. Mr. Koenig stated that, in his opinion, the costs,
other than design changes, are fixed and there are now very few unknowns. Going forward, he agreed
that substantially more time and effort would need to be spent on project estimating to ensure that the
internal numbers are correct. Mr. Perza emphasized the need to review the numbers for this project and
cautioned against ending up in the position of having to borrow against ourselves in the future.
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Staff recommended awarding a unit price contract for the Garrison Oak Technical Park to A-DEL
Construction Company, in response to City of Dover Bid #14-0020PW, for the amount not to exceed
$6,214,700.
Mrs. Williams moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and
carried by a roll call vote of five (5) yes (Slavin, Williams, Hare, Hutchison, and Bonar), three (3)
no (Dixon, Lynn, and Perza), and one (1) absent (Anderson).
CONFIRMATION OF POLICE PENSION ELECTION - RET. LT. TIMOTHY MULLANEY
- THREE (3) YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE JANUARY 31, 2017
The term of office of Retired Lieutenant Timothy Mullaney on the Police Pension Board expires on
January 31, 2014. Pursuant to Chapter 62 - Law Enforcement, Article III - Pension Plan, Division 2 -
Retirement Committee, Section 62-102(c)(2), notice of an election was given to all plan members. Only
one (1) nomination was received, therefore, no election was held. Chief Hosfelt nominated Retired
Lieutenant Timothy Mullaney to serve a three (3) year term, to expire on January 31, 2017.
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the nomination of Retired Lieutenant
Timothy Mullaney to serve on the Police Pension Board, for a three (3) year term to expire on
January 31, 2017. The motion was seconded by Mr. Dixon and carried by unanimous roll call vote
(Anderson absent).
REZONING REQUEST/FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-02 -
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 405 NORTH STATE STREET, OWNED BY DAVID AND
SUSAN EDGELL
A request was received to rezone property located at 405 North State Street, consisting of 11,250+/- square
feet, owned by David and Susan Edgell. The property is currently zoned R-8 (One Family Residence)
and the proposed zoning is RG-1 (General Residence).
Prior to amending the zoning ordinances and zoning map of the City of Dover, a public hearing is
required.
Mr. Slavin moved to refer the request to the Planning Commission for a public hearing on
February 18, 2014 and to set a public hearing before City Council on March 10, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Lynn and unanimously carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of Proposed
Ordinance #2014-02 as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
% PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-02 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 405 NORTH
STATE STREET
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-03 AMENDING THE 2008
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, AS AMENDED
Council President Bonar reminded the public that copies of the Proposed Ordinances are available at the
entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's office. Since the ordinance
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amends the Comprehensive Plan, a public hearing is required. Staff recommended referral of the
amendment to the Planning Commission on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at 7:00 p.m., and that a public
hearing take place during the Council Meeting of Monday, March 10, 2014, at 7:30 p.m., at which time
final action by Council will take place.
Mr. Hutchison moved to refer the request to the Planning Commission for a public hearing on
February 18, 2014 and to set a public hearing before City Council on March 10, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
Proposed Ordinance, as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
% ORDINANCE #2014-03 AMENDING THE 2008 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN, AS AMENDED, BY
INCLUDING TEXT ADDENDA TO THE TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT CHAPTERS AND BY AMENDING MAP 12-1: LAND DEVELOPMENT PLAN MAP IN
THE VICINITY OF COLLEGE ROAD AND MCKEE ROAD
FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-04 - REZONING REQUEST FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1205 MCKEE ROAD
A request was received to rezone property located at 1205 McKee Road, consisting of 3.46+/- acres,
owned by College Road Offices, LLC. The property is currently zoned CPO (Commercial Professional
Office), subject to COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone) and the proposed zoning is C-2A (Limited Central
Commercial), subject to 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. Hutchison moved to refer the request to the Planning Commission for a public hearing on
February 18, 2014 and to set a public hearing before City Council on March 10, 2014 at 7:30 p.m.
The motion was seconded by Mrs. Williams and unanimously carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of Proposed
Ordinance #2014-04 as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
% PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-04 AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT
1205 MCKEE ROAD
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-01
Council President Bonar 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 ordinance will take place during the Council meeting of February 10, 2014.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of Proposed
Ordinance #2014-01 as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
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% PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-01 AMENDING CHAPTER 102 - TAXATION, ARTICLE IV -
ABATEMENT OF REAL ESTATE TAXES; APPENDIX C - DOWNTOWN REDEVELOPMENT, ARTICLE II
- DEFINITIONS AND ARTICLE III - ELIGIBILITY; AND APPENDIX E - COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL
BUILDING REDEVELOPMENT, ARTICLE II - ELIGIBILITY
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2013-18 - BUDGET AMENDMENTS FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2013/14
The First Reading of the ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of January 13, 2014.
Mr. Hare moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title only,
seconded by Mr. Hutchison and unanimously carried.
By motion of Mr. Hutchison, seconded by Mr. Hare, Ordinance #2013-18 (Exhibit #5) was adopted
by a unanimous roll call vote (Anderson absent).
COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were no Council Members’ announcements.
By unanimous consent, the meeting adjourned at 8:36 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of
January 27, 2014, are hereby approved.
CARLETON E. CAREY, SR.
MAYOR
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Exhibits
Exhibit #1 - SAC 2014 East-Side Assessment Report
Exhibit #2 - Purpose, Scope, and Intent of Task Force
Exhibit #3 - Presentation - Violation of Dangerous Building Ordinance - 27 North New Street
Exhibit #4 - City of Dover FY 2015 Grant-In-Aid Application and Procedures
Exhibit #5 - Ordinance #2013-18 - Budget Amendments for Fiscal Year 2013/14
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EXHIBIT #1
Regular Council Meeting of 01-27-2014
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CITIZENS COALITION AND TASK FORCE ON RACIAL AND ETHNIC EXHIBIT #2
Regular Council
FAIRNESS CONSIDERATIONS SPECIFICALLY REGARDING THE Meeting of
DISENFRANCHIZED BLACK AND MINORITY AT RISK 01-27-2014
COMMUNITIES IN PARTICULAR TO THE STATE, COUNTIES, AND
CITIES PUBLIC OFFICIAL OBLIGATIONS TO THESE STATED
COMMUNITIES IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE BETWEEN 2008 AND
2014
Purpose Scope and Intent
PURPOSE. To attack organized institutional racism. By documenting the events noted, and to
expose documented examples of fraud and corruption within the State Counties and Cities that
are clearly not in the collective public interest as relating to the impact on the at risk minorities.
SCOPE. To promote public disclosure from government officials who are public servants. To
establish through thorough and complete investigation a valid data base of material facts and
noted events and armed there with the ability to expose the perpetrators elected officials to the
scrutiny of the citizens who elected them.
INTENT. To confront institutional racism as a recognized form of dysfunctional government.
To force a public dialogue between the officials and the public designed to promote disclosure of
corrupt and racist public official actors at every level of State government.
SOLUTION. To force public disclosure of fraud and corruption State wide via analysis of
circumstances and events in a objectively reasonable intent to find assure and to know through
open public input that all citizens are beneficiaries of equal and fair treatment. To initiate public
discussion dialogue and debate which is not only welcome but is encouraged from the public.
7 Key words motivating the PURPOSE SCOPE INTENT and SOLUTION statement above.
1. SOCIAL-impact on society and on the various communities interaction with each other
2. HISTORICAL-impact on current past and future events
3. RELIGIOUS-impact on culture and morality and integrity
4. LEGAL-impact on the application of the law and the laws within the State
5. EMOTIONAL-impact on public identity and social perceptions
6. EDUCATIONAL-impact on the public knowledge and learning of valid information
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I swear these facts are true so help me GOD.
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EXHIBIT #3
Regular Council Meeting of 01-27-2014
Violation of Dangerous
Building Ordinance
27 N New Street
Planning & Inspections Department
Dover, Delaware EXHIBIT #3
January 27, 2014
Regular Council Meeting of 01-27-2014
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27 N New St
Case History
18 code enforcement cases since 2004
– Exterior code violations
– Interior code violations
The utilities were terminated on December 5, 2013
Condemned by City Staff on November 6, 2013
due to the excessive water damage throughout the
home caused from roof leaks and broken water
pipes.
Source of neighbor complaints
Outstanding Charges
– Unpaid city taxes
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Dangerous Building Code –
Chapter 22 Article XI, Sec. 22-381
(5) Unfit for habitation.
(9) General welfare.
(10) Code violations.
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Recommended Council Action
Declare this property dangerous.
Order the property repaired or demolished by February 27, 2014
by the owner or equity owner at their own risk.
Order the Building Inspector to cause the repair or demolition of
the property if not completed by the owner within 10 days of the
date established by City Council.
Order the City Manager with the assistance of the City Solicitor to
cause the cost of repairs or demolition to be charged against the
land on which the property exists as a municipal lien or cause
such cost to be added to the tax duplicate as an assessment, or to
be levied as a special tax, or to be recovered in a suit at law
against the owner.
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EXHIBIT #4
Regular Council Meeting of 01-27-2014
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City of Dover
FY 20xx
Grant In Aid Instructions
Prepared by: Finance Department
Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer
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Application
• The application and instructions are available at the following
website: http://
• If you need assistance downloading the application from the
internet please contact the Finance Department at 302-736-
7018.
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Grant In Aid Cover Page
• Official Name of Organization
• Date of Incorporation
• 9 Digit Federal Employer ID Number
• Contact Representative
• Daytime Phone Number
• E-mail address
• First time applicant?
• Did you receive GIA in FY14?
• If yes, does this application include a request to fund a new
program?
• Have you received GIA from other government agencies? 3
• If yes, amount received from other agencies?
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Form 1 – Management Organization
• Official Name of Organization
• Address (where your check will be mailed) and phone number
• Physical location of service
• Contact representative
• Name
• Address
• Daytime phone number
• Agency Name
• Names of Officers & Board of Directors and their daytime
phone number
4
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Form 2 – Agency Background
• Agency Mission Statement
• Agency Location(s)
• Locations where services are actually provided, days and hours of
operation for site visits.
5
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Form 3 – Revenue
• Revenue sources for previous, current, and proposed year
• Include revenue from:
• Federal Government
• State Government
• City Government
• Other (List sources)
• Investments
• Sales
• Dues
• Contributions or Donations
• Miscellaneous
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Form 4 – Disbursements
• Expenses
• Salaries, employee benefits, payroll taxes, etc.
• Non-expense disbursements
• This is an expense that is not considered an operational expense.
• For example – A principal payment on an asset (equipment,
vehicle, mortgage, etc.)
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Form 5 – Federal & State Grants
• If you have received other Federal or State Grants please fill
out this page.
• Include the Name of Project, Year, and Funding Amount
• If you have not received these grants please go to Form 6.
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Form 6 – Summary
• Summary information for previous, current, and proposed
years:
• Total Revenue (Form 3)
• Total Disbursements (Form 4)
• Operating Surplus/Deficit (calculated)
• Carryover (balance from prior year)
• Net Surplus/Deficit (calculated)
• Grant In Aid Request
• At the bottom of the form name each program within your
agency that will receive Grant In Aid Funds and the amount of
your request that will go to each program.
• Note: Line 6 of the proposed year and Line 7 should be equal. 9
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Form 7 – Program Information
• Program name and target population
• Program description
• Similar services provided by other agencies
• Describe program objectives and how outcomes are measured
• Describe the progress that has been made in the last year to
achieve the program’s objectives
• Lines 6 – 12 show the number of people served, service
measures, amount of service, program revenue, program
disbursements, surplus or deficits for the previous, current,
and proposed years.
• Line 12 is the amount of funding requested for that specific
program for FY2015. 10
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Form 7 – Program Information (continued)
• Important Notes:
• Line 12 should equal Lines 6 and 7 on Form 6
• Use a new “Form 7” for each program
• If more than one program is being funded through Grant In Aid
the total of all Form 7’s should equal Line 6 and 7 on Form 6
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Form 8 – Positions and Salaries
• Positions and Salary information for the prior, current, and
proposed year:
• Position Title
• Number of positions
• Salary ranges
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Form 9 – Signature Page
• This form must be signed by the President or Chairman of the
Board of Directors and the Executive Director
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Form 10 – Audit Information
• A copy of our most recent audit prepared by an independent
certified public accountant or public accountant must
accompany your application.
• You may use sample forms A, B, or C if an audit is not
available.
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• Applications are due by _____________________
• THERE WILL BE NO EXTENSIONS!
• If you have questions contact
• Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer
• Finance Department
• 302-736-7018 or email dmitchell@dover.de.us
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EXHIBIT #5
Regular Council Meeting of 01-27-2014
CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2013‐18
2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCES ‐ FIRST AMENDMENT
GENERAL FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Forty Million, Five Hundred Forty Three Thousand, Three
Hundred dollars ($40,543,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated
from current revenues and ther funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal
Government for the Fiscal Year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 3,455,200 $ 4,219,800
REVENUES
FINES AND POLICE REVENUE 666,000 666,000
INVESTMENT INCOME 75,000 75,000
LIBRARY REVENUES 66,600 66,600
KENT COUNTY BOOK REIMBURSEMENT 400,000 400,000
BUSINESS LICENSES 1,460,000 1,460,000
PERMITS AND OTHER LICENSES 1,167,500 1,167,500
MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES 63,300 63,300
POLICE EXTRA DUTY 650,000 650,000
PROPERTY TAXES 11,120,000 11,120,000
BID REVENUE 49,500 49,500
RECREATION REVENUE 133,000 133,000
FRANCHISE FEE 606,200 606,200
TRASH FEES 2,676,500 2,676,500
RENT REVENUE ‐ GARRISON FARM 118,500 118,500
COURT OF CHANCERY FEES 863,200 863,200
REVENUES SUBTOTAL 20,115,300 20,115,300
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS
INTRAFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS WATER/WASTEWATER 1,134,900 1,134,900
INTRAFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS ELECTRIC 3,319,400 3,319,400
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 4,454,300 4,454,300
GRANTS
POLICE RELATED 110,000 151,800
POLICE PENSION GRANT 500,000 500,000
GREEN ENERGY GRANT 98,500 98,500
MISCELLANEOUS GRANTS 25,000 25,000
GRANTS SUBTOTAL 733,500 775,300
TRANSFERS FROM
TRANSFER TAX 1,315,500 1,315,500
MUNICIPAL STREET AID 527,400 531,100
CIVIL TRAFFIC PENALTIES 600,000 600,000
WATER/WASTEWATER 500,000 500,000
ELECTRIC 8,000,000 8,000,000
OTHER RESERVES 32,000 32,000
TRANSFERS FROM SUBTOTAL 10,974,900 10,978,600
TOTAL REVENUES 36,278,000 36,323,500
TOTALS $ 39,733,200 $ 40,543,300
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCES ‐ CONTINUED
GENERAL FUND ‐ EXPENDITURES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2013‐2014
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
DEPARTMENT EXPENSES BUDGET BUDGET
CITY CLERK $ 334,400 $ 334,400
COUNCIL 107,800 107,800
TAX ASSESSOR 198,300 198,300
FIRE 692,100 692,100
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 948,500 948,500
LIBRARY 1,330,400 1,330,400
RECREATION 708,200 708,200
LIFE SAFETY 468,200 468,200
CODE INFORCEMENT 377,100 377,100
PLANNING 444,800 444,800
INSPECTIONS 540,300 540,300
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 215,200 215,200
POLICE 13,571,800 13,571,800
POLICE EXTRA DUTY 760,000 801,800
STREETS 603,700 603,700
SANITATION 2,153,800 2,153,800
CITY MANAGER 457,300 457,300
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 660,500 660,500
FINANCE 906,500 906,500
PUBLIC SERVICES ‐ ADMINISTRATION 425,800 425,800
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 632,600 632,600
CENTRAL SERVICES 517,600 517,600
FLEET MAINTENANCE 720,700 720,700
CUSTOMER SERVICES 1,109,400 1,109,400
HUMAN RESOURCES 334,300 334,300
MAYOR 83,300 83,300
DEPARTMENT SUBTOTALS 29,302,600 29,344,400
OTHER EXPENSES
DEBT SERVICE 557,300 557,300
CONTRIBUTION TO DDP 162,400 162,400
MISCELLANEOUS GRANT RELATED EXPENSES 25,000 25,000
INSURANCE 658,900 658,900
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 1,636,500 1,636,500
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 400,000 400,000
PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 1,159,100 1,923,700
POLICE PENSION FUND ‐ STATE GRANT 500,000 500,000
POLICE PENSION FUND ‐ UNFUNDED LIABILITY 307,400 307,400
UNCOLLECTIBLES ‐ TRASH AND OTHER 10,000 10,000
STREET LIGHTS 836,000 836,000
OTHER EXPENSE SUBTOTAL 6,252,600 7,017,200
TRANSFERS
TRANSFER TO CAPITAL FUND ‐ PROJECTS 1,278,300 1,278,300
TRANSFERS SUBTOTAL 1,278,300 1,278,300
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 36,833,500 37,639,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 2,899,700 2,903,400
TOTALS $ 39,733,200 $ 40,543,300
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
GENERAL FUND CONTINGENCY
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Forty Six Thousand, Five Hundred
dollars ($746,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 732,100 $ 734,000
INTEREST EARNED 12,500 12,500
TOTALS $ 744,600 $ 746,500
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
TRANSFER TO OPERATING ACCOUNT $ 21,000 $ 21,000
CARRY FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR 723,600 725,500
TOTALS $ 744,600 $ 746,500
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Million, One Hundred Sixty Three Thousand, One Hundred dollars
($5,163,100) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other
funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 2,2013
and ending June 30, 2014:
REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 241,200 $ 2,801,800
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ LIBRARY PROJECT (74,700) 256,500
REVENUES
STATE GRANTS ‐ OTHER 15,000 15,000
CONTRACTOR'S CONTRIBUTIONS ‐ 264,800
TRANSFER FROM COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION 60,500
TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND FOR PROJECTS 1,278,300 1,278,300
TRANSFER FROM MUNICIPAL STREET AID ‐ CAPITAL ‐ 251,200
TRANSFER FROM PARKLAND RESERVE 95,000 80,000
SUBTOTAL PROJECT RECEIPTS 1,388,300 1,949,800
STATE GRANTS ‐ LIBRARY ‐ 150,000
LIBRARY CAPITAL PLEDGES ‐ 5,000
SUBTOTAL LIBRARY PROJECT RECEIPTS ‐ 155,000
TOTAL REVENUES 1,388,300 2,104,800
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE AND REVENUES $ 1,554,800 $ 5,163,100
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
DEPARTMENT EXPENSES BUDGET BUDGET
FIRE $ 238,500 $ 238,500
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 50,100 50,100
LIBRARY ‐ 411,500
RECREATION 95,000 95,000
CODE ENFORCEMENT 30,000 30,000
POLICE 257,300 363,300
STREETS 251,500 1,459,600
STREETS ‐ GARRISON FARM INFRASTRUCTURE ‐ 1,936,100
SANITATION 402,100 402,100
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 7,000 7,000
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 17,800 17,800
PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY 55,000 55,000
DEPARTMENT SUBTOTAL 1,404,300 5,066,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 150,500 97,100
TOTALS $ 1,554,800 $ 5,163,100
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
GENERAL CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Hundred Fifteen Thousand, Threes Hundred dollars
($515,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
REVISED REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 504,000 $ 507,300
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS 8,000 8,000
TOTAL RECEIPTS 8,000 8,000
TOTALS $ 512,000 $ 515,300
EXPENSE SUMMARY
REVISED REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CARRY FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR $ 512,000 $ 515,300
TOTALS $ 512,000 $ 515,300
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
PARKLAND/RECREATION RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Two Hundred Five Thousand, Four Hundred dollars
($205,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal
year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 202,500 $ 202,900
INTEREST INCOME 2,500 2,500
TOTALS $ 205,000 $ 205,400
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
TRANSFER TO CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND $ 95,000 $ 80,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 110,000 125,400
TOTALS $ 205,000 $ 205,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
WATER/WASTEWATER FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Fourteen Million,Nine Hundred Fifty Four Thousand,
dollars ($14,954,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ WATER $ 770,800 $ 732,700
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ WASTEWATER 412,600 441,400
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ KCSA 141,600 (17,300)
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 1,325,000 1,156,800
BASE REVENUE
WATER FEES 4,730,700 4,730,700
WASTEWATER FEES 3,642,700 3,642,700
WASTEWATER ADJUSTMENT FEES 2,980,300 2,980,300
GROUNDWATER INFLOW ADJUSTMENT 1,324,600 1,324,600
WATER TANK SPACE LEASING 333,800 333,800
SEWER IMPACT FEES 323,000 323,000
WATER IMPACT FEES 357,000 357,000
INTEREST ‐ WATER 9,100 9,100
INTEREST ‐ WASTEWATER 14,000 14,000
MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE FEE 82,000 82,000
TOTAL REVENUES 13,797,200 13,797,200
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES AND REVENUES $ 15,122,200 $ 14,954,000
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCES ‐ CONTINUED
WATER/WASTEWATER FUND ‐ EXPENDITURES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2013‐2014
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
DIRECT EXPENSES BUDGET BUDGET
ENGINEERING & INSPECTION $ 664,400 $ 631,200
WATER CONSTRUCTION 351,400 351,400
WATER DEPARTMENT 433,900 433,900
WATER TREATMENT PLANT 1,501,800 1,501,800
WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT 945,100 945,100
DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTAL 3,896,600 3,863,400
OTHER EXPENSES
DEBT SERVICE ‐ WATER 403,800 403,800
DEBT SERVICE ‐ WASTEWATER 615,700 615,700
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 200,000 200,000
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 25,000 25,000
PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 339,400 339,400
KENT COUNTY TREATMENT CHARGE 3,524,800 3,524,800
INTRAFUND SERVICE FEES 1,233,400 1,233,400
OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 6,342,100 6,342,100
TRANSFER TO
GENERAL FUND FROM WATER 250,000 250,000
GENERAL FUND FROM WASTEWATER 250,000 250,000
WATER IMP AND EXT 1,200,000 1,233,200
WASTEWATER IMP AND EXT 1,330,000 1,330,000
TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 3,030,000 3,063,200
TOTAL EXPENSES 13,268,700 13,268,700
CURRENT YEAR BALANCES
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE WATER 1,056,400 1,018,300
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE WASTEWATER 797,100 825,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE KCSA ‐ (158,900)
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 1,853,500 1,685,300
TOTAL CURRENT YEAR BALANCES AND EXPENSES $ 15,122,200 $ 14,954,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
WATER/WASTEWATER CONTINGENCY RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Two Hundred Ninety Seven Thousand, Four Hundred dollars
($297,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ WATER $ 103,800 $ 104,100
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ WASTEWATER 188,300 188,300
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 292,100 292,400
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS 5,000 5,000
TOTAL RECEIPTS 5,000 5,000
TOTALS $ 297,100 $ 297,400
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ WATER $ 105,600 $ 106,600
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ WASTEWATER 191,500 190,800
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 297,100 297,400
TOTAL EXPENSES AND CURRENT YEAR BALANCES $ 297,100 $ 297,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
WATER/WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Fifteen Million, Four Hundred Fifty Four Thousand, Nine Hundred
dollars ($15,454,900) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning
July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE ‐ WATER $ 1,620,000 $ 4,473,800
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE ‐ WASTEWATER 660,900 2,807,000
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 2,280,900 7,280,800
RECEIPTS
BOND PROCEEDS ‐ WATER ‐ 2013 ISSUE ‐ 3,000,000
BOND PROCEEDS ‐ WASTEWATER ‐ 2013 ISSUE ‐ 1,067,900
BOND PROCEEDS ‐ WASTEWATER ‐ 2011 ISSUE (DRLP) 62,000
ARBITRAGE REBATE ‐ IRS REFUND ‐ 66,000
TRANS FROM OPERATING FUND FOR WATER 1,200,000 1,233,200
TRANS FROM OPERATING FUND FOR WASTEWATER 1,330,000 1,330,000
TRANSFER FROM WATER IMPACT FEE RESERVE 390,000 390,000
TRANSFER FROM WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE RESERVE ‐ 1,000,000
INTEREST INCOME 25,000 25,000
TOTAL RECEIPTS 2,945,000 8,174,100
TOTALS $ 5,225,900 $ 15,454,900
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
EXPENSES BUDGET BUDGET
WATER $ 1,476,800 $ 7,499,700
WASTEWATER 1,251,000 5,252,400
WATER CONSTRUCTION 90,000 90,000
TOTAL EXPENSES 2,817,800 12,842,100
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ WATER 1,655,700 1,552,800
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ WASTEWATER 752,400 1,060,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 2,408,100 2,612,800
TOTALS $ 5,225,900 $ 15,454,900
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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WATER/WASTEWATER CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Million, Twenty Six Thousand, Nine Hundred dollars
($1,026,900) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ WATER $ 504,400 $ 505,400
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ WASTEWATER 503,700 504,300
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 1,008,100 1,009,700
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS ‐ WATER 8,600 8,600
INTEREST EARNINGS ‐ WASTEWATER 8,600 8,600
TOTAL RECEIPTS 17,200 17,200
TOTALS $ 1,025,300 $ 1,026,900
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ WATER $ 513,000 $ 514,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ WASTEWATER 512,300 512,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 1,025,300 1,026,900
TOTALS $ 1,025,300 $ 1,026,900
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eighty Nine Million, Six Hundred Six Thousand, Five
Hundred dollars ($89,606,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 7,152,400 $ 6,620,900
BASE REVENUE
DIRECT SALES TO CUSTOMER 76,286,700 76,286,700
UTILITY TAX 1,492,200 1,492,200
MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 602,000 602,000
RENT REVENUE 251,000 251,000
GREEN ENERGY 135,800 135,800
INTEREST EARNINGS 119,400 119,400
TRANSFER FROM RATE STABILIZATION 4,000,000 4,000,000
INTRAFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS WATER/WASTEWATER 98,500 98,500
TOTAL REVENUES 82,985,600 82,985,600
TOTALS $ 90,138,000 $ 89,606,500
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ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND ‐ EXPENDITURES & BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2013‐2014
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
EXPENSES BUDGET BUDGET
POWER SUPPLY $ 23,832,000 $ 23,832,000
SOLAR ENERGY 1,565,800 1,565,800
SOLAR RENEWAL ENERGY CREDITS 300,000 300,000
POWER SUPPLY MANAGEMENT 996,000 996,000
PJM CHARGES ‐ ENERGY 12,812,900 12,812,900
PJM CHARGES ‐ TRANSMISSION & FEES 4,740,000 4,740,000
CAPACITY CHARGES 15,787,200 15,787,200
SUB‐TOTAL POWER SUPPLY 60,033,900 60,033,900
PLANT OPERATIONS 6,015,800 6,015,800
PJM SPOT MARKET ENERGY (230,500) (230,500)
PJM CREDITS (397,000) (397,000)
CAPACITY CREDITS (15,079,800) (15,079,800)
GENERATION SUBTOTAL (9,691,500) (9,691,500)
POWER SUPPLY & GENERATION SUBTOTAL 50,342,400 50,342,400
DIRECT EXPENDITURES
TRANSMISSION/DISTRIBUTION 3,302,500 3,302,500
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 1,192,200 1,192,200
ADMINISTRATION 597,000 597,000
METER READING 220,300 220,300
SYSTEMS OPERATIONS 543,600 543,600
DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTALS 5,855,600 5,855,600
OTHER EXPENSES:
UTILITY TAX 1,492,200 1,492,200
ALLOW FOR UNCOLLECTIBLES 200,000 200,000
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES ‐ RFP'S 100,000 100,000
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 513,300 513,300
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 150,000 150,000
TRANSFER TO PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 1,314,200 1,314,200
OPEB UNFUNDED LIABILITY 975,700 975,700
GREEN ENERGY PAYMENT TO DEMEC 135,800 135,800
INTRAFUND SERVICE FEES 3,319,400 3,319,400
INTEREST ON DEPOSITS 27,000 27,000
DEBT SERVICE 3,301,900 3,301,900
OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 11,529,500 11,529,500
TRANSFER TO
IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION 5,448,600 4,918,600
GENERAL FUND 8,000,000 8,000,000
TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 13,448,600 12,918,600
TOTAL EXPENSES 81,176,100 80,646,100
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 8,961,900 8,960,400
TOTALS $ 90,138,000 $ 89,606,500
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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ELECTRIC UTILITY CONTINGENCY RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eight Hundred Twenty Six Thousand, Four Hundred dollars
($826,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 814,300 $ 814,200
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS 12,200 12,200
TOTAL RECEIPTS 12,200 12,200
TOTALS $ 826,500 $ 826,400
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 826,500 $ 826,400
TOTALS $ 826,500 $ 826,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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ELECTRIC UTILITY INSURANCE STABLIZATION RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Forty Three Thousand, Nine Hundred dollars
($743,900) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 728,000 $ 733,000
INTEREST EARNINGS 11,000 10,900
TOTALS $ 739,000 $ 743,900
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 739,000 $ 743,900
TOTALS $ 739,000 $ 743,900
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE STABLIZATION RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seventeen Million, Six Hundred Forty Two Thousand, Five
Hundred dollars ($17,642,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for
the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 17,383,600 $ 17,382,100
INTEREST EARNINGS 260,400 260,400
TOTALS $ 17,644,000 $ 17,642,500
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC FUND $ 4,000,000 $ 4,000,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 13,644,000 13,642,500
TOTALS $ 17,644,000 $ 17,642,500
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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ELECTRIC UTILITY IMPROVEMENT AND EXTENSION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Nine Million, Three Hundred Sixty Four Thousand dollars
($9,364,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 3,091,000 $ 3,980,200
RECEIPTS
TRANSFER FROM ELECTRIC 5,448,600 4,918,600
GENERAL SERVICE BILLING 440,000 440,000
INTEREST EARNINGS 25,200 25,200
TOTAL RECEIPTS 5,913,800 5,383,800
TOTALS $ 9,004,800 $ 9,364,000
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
EXPENSES BUDGET BUDGET
ELECTRIC GENERATION $ 2,117,800 $ 2,130,000
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION 1,100,000 1,144,600
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 2,405,800 2,627,500
TOTAL EXPENSES 5,623,600 5,902,100
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 3,381,200 3,461,900
TOTALS $ 9,004,800 $ 9,364,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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ELECTRIC UTILITY DEPRECIATION RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Ten Million, Three Thousand, One Hundred dollars
($10,003,100) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 9,829,700 $ 9,855,700
INTEREST EARNINGS 147,400 147,400
TOTALS $ 9,977,100 $ 10,003,100
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 9,977,100 10,003,100
TOTALS $ 9,977,100 $ 10,003,100
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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ELECTRIC UTILITY FUTURE CAPACITY RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Ten Million, One Hundred Forty Five Thousand, Eight Hundred
dollars ($10,145,800) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 9,989,800 $ 10,004,200
INTEREST EARNINGS 141,600 141,600
TOTALS $ 10,131,400 $ 10,145,800
EXPENSE SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 10,131,400 $ 10,145,800
TOTALS $ 10,131,400 $ 10,145,800
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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MUNICIPAL STREET AID FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Eighty Two Thousand, Four Hundred
dollars ($782,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
CASH RECEIPTS
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 100 $ 251,500
STATE GRANT ‐ OPERATIONS 527,400 530,900
TOTALS $ 527,500 $ 782,400
BUDGET SUMMARY
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
TRANSFER TO GENERAL FUND ‐ OPERATIONS $ 527,400 $ 531,100
TRANSFER TO GENERAL FUND ‐ CAPITAL ‐ 251,200
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 100 100
TOTALS $ 527,500 $ 782,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Million, Five Hundred Nintey Seven Thousand, Three
Hundred dollars ($1,597,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government
for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ ‐ $ 209,200
GRANTS REVENUE ‐ DELDOT 500,000 1,387,600
INTEREST INCOME 500 500
TOTAL REVENUES 500,500 1,388,100
TOTALS $ 500,500 $ 1,597,300
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PROGRAM EXPENSES ‐ DELDOT $ 500,000 $ 1,457,900
TRANSFER TO GENERAL CAPITAL PROJECT FUND ‐ 60,500
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 500,000 1,518,400
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 500 78,900
TOTALS $ 500,500 $ 1,597,300
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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WORKERS COMPENSATION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Million, Seven Hundred Sixty Nine Thousand, One
Hundred dollars ($1,769,100) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government
for the fiscal year beginning July 2, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 1,200,600 $ 1,267,800
INTEREST INCOME 10,600 10,600
PREMIUM FROM CITY 490,700 490,700
TOTALS $ 1,701,900 $ 1,769,100
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES ‐ CLAIMS $ 450,000 $ 450,000
INSURANCE 76,500 76,500
BANK FEES 600 600
STATE OF DEL ‐ SELF INSURANCE TAX 37,000 37,000
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 57,000 57,000
TOTAL EXPENSES 621,100 621,100
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 1,080,800 1,148,000
TOTALS $ 1,701,900 $ 1,769,100
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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LIBRARY GRANT FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Hundred Four Thousand, Four Hundred dollars
($304,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ ‐ $ 27,800
STATE GRANT 270,100 274,100
FEDERAL GRANT 2,500
TOTALS $ 270,100 $ 304,400
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES $ 28,000 $ 28,000
OFFICE SUPPLIES 24,000 24,000
PRINTING/DUPLICATING 8,900 8,900
POSTAGE 100 100
BOOKS 124,900 124,900
FURNITURE 2,000 2,000
AUDIO VISUAL SUPPLIES 74,000 74,000
TRAINING/CONF/FOOD/TRAV 3,500 3,500
OFFICE EQUIPMENT/REPAIRS & MAINT 2,000 2,000
COMPUTER HARDWARE 2,700 2,700
SUBTOTAL EXPENSES 270,100 270,100
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ 34,300
TOTALS $ 270,100 $ 304,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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POLICE GRANT FUNDS
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Hundred Sixty Five Thousand, Seven Hundred dollars
($565,700) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 100 $ 175,200
GRANTS RECEIVED 413,000 390,500
TOTALS $ 413,100 $ 565,700
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES $ 191,000 $ 224,700
COMPUTER HARDWARE 60,000 60,000
TELEPHONE/FAX 15,000 15,000
TRAINING/CONF/FOOD/TRAV 36,000 36,000
CONSULTING/AUDIT FEES 1,000 1,000
TRANSFER TO GENERAL FUND 110,000 151,800
SUBTOTAL EXPENSES 413,000 488,500
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 100 77,200
TOTALS $ 413,100 $ 565,700
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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CDBG FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Two Hundred Forty Nine Thousand, Six Hundred dollars
($249,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ CDBG $ ‐ $ 2,000
BEGINNING BALANCE ‐ NSP ‐ 2,800
GRANTS RECEIVED 223,600 244,800
TOTALS $ 223,600 $ 249,600
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
CURRENT YEAR CLOSING COST/DOWNPAYMENT PROG $ 40,000 $ 40,000
CURRENT YEAR DOVER INTERFAITH MINISTRY 27,500 27,500
CURRENT YEAR MHDC EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR 40,000 40,000
CURRENT YEAR ELIZABETH W MURPHEY SCHOOL 32,700 39,700
CURRENT YEAR NCALL RESEARCH INC 6,000 8,900
CURRENT YEAR MILFORD HOUSING H/O REHAB 32,700 39,700
CURRENT YEAR SALARIES 44,700 49,000
SUBTOTAL EXPENSES 223,600 244,800
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ 4,800
TOTALS $ 223,600 $ 249,600
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Hundred Ten Thousand Nine Hundred dollars
($110,900) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government
for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ ‐ $ 41,000
GRANTS RECEIVED ‐ 36,900
RECREATION REVENUE ‐ 33,000
TOTALS $ ‐ $ 110,900
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PROGRAM EXPENSES $ ‐ $ 36,900
TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES/BENEFITS ‐ 54,000
TOTAL EXPENSES ‐ 90,900
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ 20,000
TOTALS $ ‐ $ 110,900
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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2013‐2014 BUDGET ORDINANCE‐FIRST AMENDMENT ‐ CONTINUED
CJC GRANTS
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2013‐2014
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Thirty Four Thousand dollars ($34,000) or so much
thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds
for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning
July 1, 2013 and ending June 30, 2014:
OPERATING REVENUES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ ‐ $ ‐
GRANTS RECEIVED ‐ 34,000
TOTALS $ ‐ $ 34,000
OPERATING EXPENSES
ORIGINAL REVISED
2013/14 2013/14
BUDGET BUDGET
PROGRAM EXPENSES $ ‐ $ 34,000
TOTAL EXPENSES ‐ 34,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE ‐ ‐
TOTALS $ ‐ $ 34,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: January 27, 2014
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City of Dover
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
1 DRAFT PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2014-02
2 A RESOLUTION VACATING AND ABANDONING A CERTAIN IMPROVED STREET
3 SITUATED IN THE CITY OF DOVER.
4 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL
5 MET:
6 Section 1. The Council of the City of Dover hereby vacates and abandons Budd Street, as specified below:
7 Adjacent to 5 East Reed Street (ED-05-077.05-04-35.00)
8 Being a portion of that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent County, State of
9 Delaware, being an improved public street running in a west to east direction, located to the north of East
10 Reed Street, said portion of street beginning at a point identified as the northwest corner of Parcel
11 No. ED-05-077.05-04-35.00; thence running with Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-35.00 North 86 degrees
12 32 minutes East 282.39 feet along the southerly line of the 10’ wide street to the northeast corner of Parcel
13 No. ED-05-077.05-04-35.00; thence running North 7 degrees 5 minutes West 5 feet crossing into said 10’
14 wide street to a point in the center of the street, opposite the northeast corner of Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-
15 04-35.00; thence running South 86 degrees 32 minutes West 282.39 feet parallel to the southerly line of the
16 10’ wide street to a point; thence running South 7 degrees 5 minutes East 5 feet to the southerly side of the
17 10’ wide street, being the point and place of beginning and containing 0.0324 acres (1,411.95 square feet)
18 of land be the same more or less. The above described parcel of land shall be considered a public utility
19 easement, reserving the rights of the City of Dover, their agents or assigns to free access for ingress and
20 egress to these premises and every part thereof at all times for purpose of installing, maintaining and
21 operating its existing public utilities.
22 Adjacent to 45 South State Street (ED-05-077.05-04-33.00)
23 Being a portion of that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent County, State of
24 Delaware, being an improved public street running in a west to east direction, located to the east of South
25 State Street, said portion of street beginning at a point identified as the southwest corner of Parcel No. ED-
26 05-077.05-04-33.00; thence running with Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-33.00 North 86 degrees 32 minutes
27 East 173.5 feet along the northerly line of the 10’ wide street to the southeast corner of Parcel No. 05-
28 077.05-04-33.00; thence running South 7 degrees 5 minutes East 5 feet crossing into said 10’ wide street
29 to a point in the center of the street, opposite the southeast corner of Parcel No. 05-077.05-04-33.00; thence
30 running South 86 degrees 32 minutes West 173.5 feet parallel to the northerly line of the 10’ wide street to
31 a point; thence running North 7 degrees 5 minutes West 5 feet, being the point and place of beginning and
32 containing 0.0199 acres (867.5 square feet) of land be the same more or less. The above described parcel
33 of land shall be considered a public utility easement, reserving the rights of the City of Dover, their agents
34 or assigns to free access for ingress and egress to these premises and every part thereof at all times for
35 purpose of installing, maintaining and operating its existing public utilities.
P.O. Box 475 Dover, Delaware 19903
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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36 Adjacent to ED-05-077.05-04-36.00
37 Being a portion of that certain piece or parcel of land situated in the City of Dover, Kent County, State of
38 Delaware, being an improved public street running in a west to east direction, located to the west of South
39 American Avenue, said portion of street beginning at a point identified as the southwest corner of Parcel No.
40 ED-05-077.05-04-36.00; thence running with Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-36.00 North 86 degrees 32
41 minutes East 108.89 feet along the northerly line of the 10’ wide street to the southeast corner of Parcel No.
42 05-077.05-04-36.00; thence running South 7 degrees 5 minutes East 5 feet crossing into said 10’ wide street
43 to a point in the center of the street, opposite the southeast corner of Parcel No. ED-05-077.05-04-36.00;
44 thence running South 86 degrees 32 minutes West 108.89 feet parallel to the northerly line of the 10’ wide
45 street to a point; thence running North 7 degrees 5 minutes West 5 feet, being the point and place of
46 beginning and containing 0.0125 acres (544.45 square feet) of land be the same more or less. The above
47 described parcel of land shall be considered a public utility easement, reserving the rights of the City of
48 Dover, their agents or assigns to free access for ingress and egress to these premises and every part thereof
49 at all times for purpose of installing, maintaining and operating its existing public utilities.
50 Section 2. Since no person has been deprived of property by the vacating and abandoning of the aforesaid
51 street, no compensation is awarded.
52 Section 3. All costs of conveyance shall be borne by the property owner.
53 Section 4. This resolution shall be effective upon the filing of a revised plot plan of the aforesaid street.
54 ADOPTED: *
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56
57 CARLETON E. CAREY, SR. DAVID L. BONAR
58 MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT
59 Actions History:
60 February 10, 2014 - Introduced at City Council
61
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UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee Meeting was held on January 27, 2014 at 5:31 p.m. with
Chairwoman Williams presiding. Members present were Mr. Perza (arrived at 5:33 p.m.; departed at
5:36 p.m.; returned at 5:39 p.m.), Mr. Slavin, Mr. Blakeman, and Mr. Snaman. Members of Council
present were Mr. Dixon (arrived at 5:40 p.m.) and Mr. Hutchison. Mayor Carey was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Blakeman moved for approval of the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Snaman and
unanimously carried.
Explanation of PJM (Pennsylvania, Jersey, Maryland Power Pool) Reactive Service Charges -
Robert Trinnear, The Energy Authority
Mr. Robert Trinnear, The Energy Authority, reviewed a Presentation - Reactive Service Charges
Update, January 2013. In recent months, the TEA/NAES Reports provided to members have
reflected actual charges for reactive services that were much higher than budgeted. Mr. Trinnear
stated that reactive services are used to provide voltage control on the power grid, basically allowing
power to get where it needs to go. Reactive service charges are billed to generators and load-serving
entities, such as the City of Dover.
Mr. Trinnear stated that the allocation change in the market tariff went into effect December 1, 2012.
PJM (Pennsylvania, Jersey, Maryland Power Pool) projected that the impact of this rule change
would be small and the change was not modeled. He explained that reactive service charges were
previously allocated across the whole PJM region but are now allocated directly to the Delmarva
Power and Light (DPL) zone, which is the Delmarva Peninsula and includes the City of Dover.
Mr. Trinnear indicated that the more targeted allocation has had a very large monetary impact on the
City of Dover and entities like Dover. Referring to the Reactive Services Invoice Amount on Page 4
of the presentation, Mr. Trinnear stated that the chart illustrates the significance of the tariff change
and its impact on the City. The average monthly reactive services charge in 2012 was $45,000;
however, monthly charges were as high as $370,000 in 2013. In December 2013, the charge was
approximately $204,000. Mr. Trinnear stated that many entities affected by the new tariff allocation,
like the City of Dover, have been very vocal in asking for a change in the tariff due to its massive
impact on cities and utilities.
Mr. Trinnear advised members that, in addition to the tariff change, during the previous week PJM
had provided a presentation outlining a $25M to $30M error in the calculation of reactive service
charges, equating to an approximate 12% error. Between August 2013 and December 2013 there
was an error in the PJM allocation method for reactive service charges, which resulted in PJM
paying generators who should not have been receiving money. As a result, load-serving entities like
the City of Dover will receive an estimated 12% credit. He indicated that the City of Dover should
anticipate the entire 12% credit on the January invoice; however, it is possible that the amount for
August through October may be credited in January, and the amount for November and December
may be credited in February. Since PJM has corrected the procedural error, the City of Dover should
notice a reduction in reactive service charges in the future.
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Mr. Trinnear informed members that there will also be transmission upgrades in the DPL zone in
late spring 2014 which should help mitigate many of the reactive service charges. In addition, he
noted that PJM was trying to ensure that more of these charges are allocated to a pricing mechanism
so that entities are able to hedge this risk and these charges, rather than receiving a bill they cannot
do anything about.
Responding to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Trinnear explained that PJM has a stakeholder process in which
rules are considered by committees consisting of generators and load-serving entities. The tariff
change was approved through the stakeholder process in an effort to create fairness across the whole
PJM region.
In response to Mrs. Williams regarding the impact when the City sells electricity from its own
generators to PJM during August and January for peaking power, Mr. Trinnear stated that the City
does not receive a great deal of reactive service charges for these generators. He explained that the
City of Dover was not the source of the problem; however, there are transmission and voltage issues
within the DPL zone south of Dover that affect the City since it is part of the DPL zone. He
indicated that the City’s generators would not be able to greatly reduce these charges. Mr. Trinnear
advised members that PJM was well aware of the high reactive service charges in the DPL zone and
was investigating possibilities for mitigating this.
Responding to Mrs. Williams regarding future decisions pertaining to the reactive service charges,
Mr. Trinnear stated his opinion that any solution would likely improve things on behalf of entities
like the City of Dover, as these entities had been extremely vocal about this issue and were trying
to effect change.
Mrs. Williams questioned whether the impact of the tariff change was known when the decision was
made to implement it. Mr. Trinnear indicated that when he asked PJM this directly, they responded
that it was not known; however, PJM could not simply repeal the measure when the impact was
realized because all decisions are subject to the stakeholder process. He informed members that this
matter was currently being considered again through the committee process.
In response to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Trinnear indicated that he did not know whether there was any
opposition at the time the rule was made or if there was a minority position counter to what was
passed. He expressed his opinion that, in hindsight, if this type of impact had been projected, the
rules would not have gone into effect. He stated that this was not considered a major issue, so it was
not modeled and the impact was not foreseen. Not much attention was paid to the change until its
impact was felt.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Trinnear stated that The Energy Authority (TEA) was working with
PJM directly to voice the City of Dover’s position that additional changes must be made to the
allocation of the reactive service charges. He stated that, as the stakeholder process progresses, he
would inform the City if he felt a resolution from City Council would be effective.
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In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Trinnear indicated that a tariff revision was expected by mid-year.
Responding to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated that, with all of the
heightened expenditures for the reactive service charges, the City had spent approximately $500,000
more than anticipated through the end of December. He felt that the overage should not reach $1M
for the year, since there had been an adjustment.
In response to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Trinnear stated that he was unsure what kind of improvements
Delmarva Power & Light would be making; however, it was anticipated that the improvements
would be complete by late spring and should mitigate reactive service charges quite substantially.
Responding to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Trinnear concurred that putting Unit 3 on spinning reserve for
reactive control would have little to no impact on the reactive service charges, since the problem
does not lie with the City of Dover.
In response to Mr. Snaman, Mr. Trinnear reiterated that reactive service charges are allocated by
zone and, although the City of Dover does not contribute to the problem, the City is part of the DPL
zone and there are voltage issues within the zone. He expressed his opinion that it would be too
complicated to allocate the charges by individual node or city, but he was unsure of the exact
methodology.
Responding to Mr. Perza, Mr. Trinnear clarified that the credit would only cover the 12% error that
occurred between August and December 2013, not the entire $500,000 since some of that overage
amount was the result of the charges being higher than the previous year due to the allocation
change.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Trinnear stated that, based on what the City paid from August to
December 2013, he estimated that the 12% credit would equate to approximately $120,000; although
it could be higher because the DPL zone had one of the highest rates for reactive service charges.
Permanent Easement and Temporary Workspace Agreements - Eastern Shore Natural Gas
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed staff’s request for the City to execute a permanent
easement and temporary workspace agreements with Eastern Shore Natural Gas (ESNG), to allow
ESNG to construct a 16" natural gas pipeline to service the Garrison Energy Center (GEC). He
stated that this project was necessary to provide high pressure gas to the Calpine facility and the
Garrison Tract. Staff had been working with ESNG and their engineers to identify the easement
areas and complete the necessary documentation to allow ESNG to begin construction immediately.
Staff recommended authorizing the City Manager or his designated staff to execute the easement
agreement and other necessary agreements with Eastern Shore Natural Gas (ESNG) to facilitate the
construction of the proposed 16" natural gas pipeline across lands owned by the City of Dover, as
depicted in the referenced agreements. Financial consideration for the easements shall be delegated
to the City Manager and the City Manager will notify City Council of the results.
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Mr. Koenig noted that the staff was still working on the financial consideration for the easements
but estimated an approximate cost of $700 per acre.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Koenig stated that one (1) of the easements was approximately
three-quarters of an acre and there was not a large amount of land in total.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Koenig explained that this item would be considered by Council at
the meeting being held later in the evening in order to allow ESNG to begin construction
immediately. ESNG had originally anticipated starting construction in Cheswold and working south
to the GEC; however, due to the scheduled Firefly Music Festival and NASCAR race at Dover
Downs, ESNG decided to invert the construction time line to begin at the GEC.
In response to Mr. Perza, Mr. Koenig stated his opinion that it was not necessary for the Committee
to specifically allocate an amount for the easement. The standard used for other easements at the
GEC was $700.
Mr. Blakeman moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation to authorize the City
Manager or his designated staff to execute the easement agreement and other necessary agreements
with Eastern Shore Natural Gas (ESNG) to facilitate the construction of the proposed 16" natural gas
pipeline across lands owned by the City of Dover, as depicted in the referenced agreements, and to
delegate financial consideration for the easements to the City Manager, with the City Manager to
notify City Council of the results, seconded by Mr. Snaman.
Responding to Mayor Carey, Mr. Koenig stated that pictures were taken of the area to ensure
restoration; however, video was not use. He assured members that the area would be documented
prior to construction.
On a call for the question, the motion to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation to
authorize the City Manager or his designated staff to execute the easement agreement and
other necessary agreements with Eastern Shore Natural Gas (ESNG) to facilitate the
construction of the proposed 16" natural gas pipeline across lands owned by the City of Dover,
as depicted in the referenced agreements, and to delegate financial consideration for the
easements to the City Manager, with the City Manager to notify City Council of the results was
unanimously carried with Mr. Slavin abstaining. (City Clerk’s Office Note: Due to time
constraints, this item was placed on the Council agenda for the meeting being held later in the
evening.)
Easements and Rights-of-Way between City of Dover and Delmarva Power & Light Company
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed staff’s request to grant a series of easements and
rights-of-way for the radial line from the Garrison Energy Center (GEC) to the Cartanza Substation.
He noted a correction to the documentation provided in the Committee Action Form (CAF), dated
January 22, 2014, related to this item. Although the CAF indicated that Document “A”, Document
“B”, and Document “C” would grant easements and rights-of-way to Delmarva Power & Light
Company (DP&L), he explained that Document “A” and Document “B” would grant easements to
DP&L but that Document “C” was the original easement to the GEC which will subsequently be
turned over to DP&L at some point in the future.
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Staff recommended authorizing the City Manager to execute the final versions of all components of
Document “A” and Document “B”, which are easements to DP&L, as well as Document “C”, the
original easement to the GEC which will subsequently be turned over to DP&L at some point in the
future after construction, for the granting of easements and rights-of-way to both DP&L and the GEC
for the proposed construction, operation, and maintenance of power lines and structures associated
with the transmission of electric power from the GEC to the Cartanza Substation; and authorizing
the City Manager to amend the original lease between the City of Dover and the Garrison Energy
Center, LLC to add the acres described within the documents (a total of 8.4301 acres) in accordance
with the rents described in the lease.
Mr. Koenig advised members that instead of being paid for the easements, the City Manager would
amend the master lease with the GEC to include the easement areas as part of leased land, so that
the City would be financially compensated for it throughout the agreement period with GEC.
Responding to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Koenig stated his understanding that DP&L would own and be
responsible for maintenance to the radial line from Calpine to the Cartanza Substation.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Koenig stated that the voltage for the radial line would be 230kV.
Responding to Mr. Hutchison, Mr. Koenig stated that construction of the 16" gas line, the GEC, and
the radial line was scheduled for completion by the end of 2014. The GEC was expected to produce
power to the PJM (Pennsylvania, Jersey, Maryland Power Pool) grid in June 2015.
Mr. Perza moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation to authorize the City
manager to execute the final versions of all components of Document “A” and Document “B”,
which are easements to Delmarva Power and Light (DP&L), as well as Document “C”, the
original easement to the Garrison Energy Center (GEC) which will subsequently be turned
over to DP&L at some point in the future after construction, for the granting of easements and
rights-of-way to both DP&L and the GEC for the proposed construction, operation, and
maintenance of power lines and structures associated with the transmission of electric power
from the GEC to the Cartanza Substation; and to authorize the City Manager to amend the
original lease between the City of Dover and the Garrison Energy Center, LLC to add the
acres described within the documents (a total of 8.4301 acres) in accordance with the rents
described in the lease. The motion was seconded by Mr. Blakeman and unanimously carried.
(City Clerk’s Office Note: Due to time constraints, this item was placed on the Council agenda for
the meeting being held later in the evening.)
By unanimous consent, the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.
Beverly C. Williams
Chairwoman
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LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting was held on January 27, 2014, at
6:03 p.m. with Chairman Lynn presiding. Members present were Mr. Hare, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Rushe,
and Mr. Shevock. Members of Council present were Council President Bonar (arrived at 6:04 p.m.),
Mr. Dixon (arrived at 6:06 p.m.), Mrs. Williams, and Mr. Hutchison. Mayor Carey was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Shevock moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Rushe and unanimously
carried.
Review of Proposed Acceptable Use Policy (Information Technology)
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that the purpose of the Acceptable Use Policy
(Information Technology) was to provide general guidance for all employees, as well as contractors
and other “users” of the City’s communications and computer systems. This policy, if adopted,
would be applicable to anyone accessing the City’s network. It would not apply to the Police
Department, Fire Department, or Library except for those individuals who log on to the City’s
network. He noted that this matter had come up during the City’s financial audits and in relation to
insurance renewals and it was desired to ensure that the City was doing everything possible to protect
the computer network.
Staff recommended adoption of the proposed Acceptable Use Policy.
Responding to Mr. Rushe regarding the lack of a social media policy, Mr. Koenig stated that staff
had attempted to bring forth such a policy approximately two (2) years ago and encountered some
issues that complicated that process. He stated that if a social media policy were brought forward
again, it would not be part of the City’s Acceptable Use Policy for information technology.
Mr. Slavin inquired if a hard copy signature would be required on the form, noting that as an
employee of the State of Delaware, he is required to accept a similar policy each time he logs in and
inquired if the City required tacit approval upon sign-in. Responding, Mr. Andy Siegel, Information
Technology (IT) Director, explained when users log into the network they are greeted by a banner
that notifies them that they are signing onto a City network and they must agree to the policies set
forth by the IT Department.
Mr. Hare noted State employees are unable to access sites not approved by the State and inquired
if this was the case in the City. In response, Mr. Siegel stated that the City has had internet filtering
for many years; however, to this point there had been no policy to specifically address what
employees can or cannot do. With the new policy, an employee would be aware that they would be
breaking an actual policy if they access a prohibited site.
Mr. Bonar noted that the State had IT training programs available. He inquired if staff had looked
into providing this type of training for the City’s internet and computer users and if there were fees
involved. Responding, Mr. Siegel explained that approximately two (2) years ago staff had put out
a program entitled “Securing the Human,” which included approximately 15-20 minute vignette
videos about aspects of computer security, internet security, and home computer security. In the past
year, staff had renewed this program and planned to provide this information to users again.
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Mr. Bonar noted that users of State systems are required to successfully pass a quiz in order to be
receive certification. He encouraged Mr. Siegel to contact Mr. Kevin Wright, Delaware Department
of State, for further information.
Mr. Hare moved to recommend adoption of the Acceptable Use Policy (Attachment #1), as
recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rushe and unanimously carried.
Request for Continued Staff Support - Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP)
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that the City had received a request from the
Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP) to continue staff support to the DDP through the end of
Calendar Year 2014. Currently, staff support includes one (1) Administrative Assistant and one (1)
Downtown Coordinator. Since these employees report to the Mayor, Mr. Koenig did not offer an
opinion regarding the staff support; however, he recommended that continued staff support be tied
to fiscal years rather than calendar years for budget purposes.
The City Manager recommended that the Committee receive verbal testimony from the DDP
representative attending the meeting and then formulate a recommendation to City Council based
on the testimony of any interested parties. He reiterated that any recommendation should be tied to
fiscal years rather than calendar years.
Mr. Lynn advised members that he reviewed the City’s Charter and Code of Ordinances and stated
his understanding that the employees in question are shared between the Economic Development
Office and the DDP and serve under the Mayor’s umbrella. Confirming, Mr. Koenig stated that in
the Fiscal Year 2013 budget, Council assigned the Economic Development staff to the Mayor’s
Office.
Mr. Lynn stated his concern regarding whether the Committee should have a role in assigning duties
or responsibilities to these individuals. He questioned how it was under the purview of Council if
the Mayor elected to share these employees with the DDP, separate and apart from the budgetary
impact, which he noted would come under the purview of Council. He questioned if this matter was
appropriate for discussion by the Committee.
Mr. Koenig stated that the Charter specifically assigns police officers to the Mayor and that Council
does not have authority over the Mayor in this regard. Council acted previously to assign the
Economic Development Office positions to the Mayor and it was his opinion that Council has the
ability to weigh in on how they are assigned if Council so chooses.
Mr. Lynn stated his position that, given that these were Mayoral employees, members would be
specifically precluded from interfering except in regard to the budgetary fallout from the decision.
He cited Subpart A - Article III - City Manager, Section 36 of the City of Dover Charter which states
that “Except for the purpose of inquiries, and investigations by council under section 39, the council
or its members shall deal with city officers and employees who are subject to the direction and
supervision of the city manager solely through the city manager, and neither the council nor its
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members shall give orders to any such officer or employee, either publicly or privately.” Given that
these employees report directly to the Mayor, rather than the City Manager, he did not feel that the
Committee could make this decision.
Mr. Hare agreed that “giving orders” was beyond the purview of the Committee. It was his
recollection that during the FY 14 budget process, a certain amount of funds was appropriated
through June 30, 2014 for these positions and that next year, if the Mayor had funding in his budget
to allocate for the following six (6) months (through December), Council had no say in this matter.
However, if the Mayor would require additional funds to be added to his budget, then he felt that the
Committee should discuss this.
Mr. Koenig stated his recollection that when the FY 14 budget (beginning July 1, 2013) was
developed, $162,400 was transferred to the DDP, which included funds to hire staff. The DDP asked
to use City staff in the transition period to carry them through adoption of the FY 14 budget and
subsequently submitted an additional funding request to carry the DDP through the end of calendar
year. He stated that funds sent to the DDP were tied to specific expenses. He noted that the adopted
City budget includes a staff budget for Economic Development. Mr. Koenig advised members that
the Economic Development Office does not have many operating expenses and that 95% or more
of its budget is driven by personnel costs associated with the three (3) employees. He stated that the
DDP will again be asking for funds for the future and had submitted a draft request to the City
Manager late last week regarding the FY 15 budget.
Mr. Hare questioned if additional funds were being requested for staff transition and inquired what
happened to the $162,400 that was allocated for the DDP to transition to their own staff.
Mr. Lynn expressed his understanding that the DDP was not asking for any expenditure of funds
from the City at this time but simply that the City allow for the Mayor to share his employees. He
noted that the budgetary impact would be considered as Council goes through the budget hearings.
Mr. Hare inquired about the status of the DDP in regard to hiring their staff and questioned if the
City had committed for City staff to serve through June 30, 2014 in the FY 2014 budget process.
Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that the original request was for support through June 30, 2013;
however, Mr. Koenig and the Mayor had agreed that the DDP needed a transitional period and
extended staff support through the end of Calendar Year 2013. The DDP had since asked for support
through Calendar Year 2014 and this had prompted the current request.
Mr. Slavin stated his appreciation to Mr. Lynn for raising the issue that these were the Mayor’s
employees and reminding members of the Charter provisions. He stated that, as a Council, members
had always been very careful about this clause in the Charter and he recalled previous difficulties
with Council members who went directly to subordinate members of the staff of Council appointees.
Noting that this provision was put in the Charter for a reason, he suggested that members respect it
and stated that these were the Mayor’s employees to do with as he sees fit. Mr. Slavin acknowledged
that there would be budget issues and felt that the proper venue for this matter would be when the
budget is discussed later in the year.
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Noting Mr. Koenig’s comment that he and the Mayor had extended the period of this loan of staff
by six (6) months, Mr. Slavin questioned if this decision was based on the Mayor’s authority to
extend and the City Manager’s advice. Concurring, Mr. Koenig stated that he and the Mayor
discussed this and felt it was appropriate to extend support through Calendar Year 2013. He
explained that this was a mutual understanding between himself and Mayor Carey.
Since a mutual decision was reached between the City Manager and the Mayor previously,
Mr. Slavin inquired why there was now a difference of opinion. Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that
the specific request was for support for Calendar Year 2014, which crosses multiple budget years.
He noted that he had no feeling one way or another if staff was to be extended to the DDP; however,
he requested that any extension granted be based on the fiscal year versus the calendar year.
Mrs. Williams stated that pieces of history were missing in the discussion. She recalled that the DDP
had an opportunity to take over the staff and chose not to do so, and the staff were brought under the
City’s auspices and placed under the Mayor so that they would not lose their jobs. The employees
were then loaned back to the DDP for half a year while the DDP interviewed their own personnel.
She noted that the DDP’s personnel were not in place; therefore, the City was in the same position
it was in two (2) years ago. She felt that the City was “going around in circles” and spending a great
deal of money.
Mr. Hare stated that he had no problem allowing staff to continue until the end of June and that he
was under the impression that they were already covered until June 30, 2014. It was his
understanding that the DDP would hire their own people with the $162,400. He noted that the
situation following June 30, 2014 would be discussed in the upcoming months. He concurred with
Mr. Koenig’s request for any extension to be granted on a fiscal year basis. Concurring with
Mrs. Williams, he inquired at what point a conversation should be held with the DDP, to be
informed of their status in regard to staffing and funding.
Mr. Bonar stated that the employees who had been moved under the Mayor’s purview were the
economic development arm of the City and also part of the economic development arm in the DDP
that is focused primarily on the downtown area, both of which had performed admirably. He noted
that it had been a good partnership in that the DDP had brought in several millions of dollars and had
“redone” the North Street area. Through the efforts of the DDP and Mr. Gary Patterson, member
of the DDP Board of Directors, the Governor had committed to seeing more money funneled to
downtown areas of Delaware, including Wilmington, Dover, and other possible locations, which
could be used to renovate downtown, as mentioned in his State of the State address. This funding
would be decided by the legislature. Mr. Bonar stated that the conundrum was whether two (2)
economic development operations were needed in the City or whether all efforts could be combined
into one (1) operation. He referenced remarkable events that had occurred at the Garrison Tract over
the last year, noting that Uzin Utz was nearly ready to break ground, Calpine was “churning along,”
and infrastructure was being developed through the efforts of the City’s Economic Development
Office. At the same time, he stated that there was corridor development in the downtown area akin
to the Riverfront Development Corporation in Wilmington, which would bring more money to the
City for downtown development and enhance the City’s tax base. Mr. Bonar stated that, with the
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new budget process, it must be decided whether to continue in this vein or streamline operations,
combine or separate efforts, or eliminate one (1) of them. He cautioned members that the City
should not partner with Kent County for economic development because at some point the County
and City would be at odds when trying to bring new business to the region. He felt that this
conundrum should be solved in this budgetary cycle and that a decision should be made regarding
which direction should be taken so that all would know where economic development was going for
the next several years.
Mr. Hutchison stated his desire to ensure that the Council supported the DDP’s request. He
questioned if Mayor Carey was in favor and if funding was in place to extend staff support as
requested. Responding, Mayor Carey stated that funding was in place until the end of Calendar Year
2013; however, he was unsure if the two (2) employees were funded under the City or the DDP.
Mr. Koenig stated that all three (3) Economic Development Office personnel were funded in Fiscal
Year 2014 through June 30, 2014 as part of the adopted budget; therefore, there would be no
budgetary impact. He stated that this was a policy issue.
Mr. Hutchison suggested that the Mayor create a master plan for the partnership and its future
regarding the issues and concerns expressed during the meeting.
Mrs. Williams agreed with Mr. Bonar regarding the existence of a “conundrum;” however, she stated
that the City had other economic development partners, including Kent County and the Delaware
Economic Development Office (DEDO). She felt that once an approach was determined,
memorandums of understanding should be developed to avoid “crossing paths” and duplication of
efforts. She noted that there were four (4) economic development groups at present, and only
individuals who had been around for some time or were directly involved in economic development
could tell the difference between the four (4).
Mr. Lynn disagreed with the belief of some Council members that there was a conundrum and felt
that all entities were working toward common goals. He advised members that the Appendices to
the City’s Code of Ordinances are severely out of date, do not reflect the existence of the DDP, and
continue to make references to entities that are defunct, and the funding mechanisms for the Business
Improvement District (BID) are operating under appendices in the Code that are no longer valid. He
requested that Mr. Koenig address this issue.
Mr. Gerald Street, 39 Hazel Road, member of the DDP Board of Directors, stated that
Mr. Lou Colón, Executive Director of the DDP, had planned to attend the meeting but Mr. Street
advised him that he would attend instead, stating that he had a broader understanding of the DDP’s
circumstances and was very sensitive to people spending time away from their families at night
unnecessarily.
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Mr. Hare moved to recommend acceptance of the City Manager’s recommendation to extend
it for a fiscal year since the employees are already covered and then, in the future, discuss it
with the Mayor during the budget hearings. The motion was seconded by Mr. Shevock and
carried by a vote of three (3) yes (Hare, Rushe, and Shevock), one (1) no (Lynn), and one (1)
abstention (Slavin).
Mr. Slavin stated that his abstention was due to his position as the Governor’s appointee on the DDP
Board of Directors.
By unanimous consent, the meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.
Sean M. Lynn
Chairman
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Attachments
Attachment #1 - City of Dover Acceptable Use Policy (Information Technology)
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ATTACHMENT #1
LF&A Committee Meeting of 01/27/2014
City of Dover Acceptable Use Policy
A Message to all System Users
This document formalizes the City policy for all employees as well as contractors and other “users” of our
City’s communications and computer systems. Each department may also choose to develop and
enforce its own acceptable use policies to further regulate use within its local environment.
This Acceptable Use Policy is your resource to help you make sound decisions in using communications
and computer systems to do your job.
Our goal is to put controls in place that will help protect the City from sabotage and espionage. The
threat is real, as each month, IT intercepts hundreds of viruses and suspicious messages containing
executable files trying to bypass our security systems. These controls also help minimize the potential
risks of misuse. This misuse includes unnecessary Internet usage causing network and server
congestion. This Acceptable Use Policy is your (the user’s) guide for helping us achieve this goal by
conducting City of Dover business with integrity, respect, and prudent judgment.
Each department is responsible for the activity of its users and for ensuring that its users follow this
Acceptable Use Policy. Violations not promptly remedied by the user may result in termination of these
services.
Introduction
Users are accountable for familiarizing themselves with this policy and using it as a guidepost for your
daily decisions and actions when using these services.
Read the policy and give careful attention to those subjects that most pertain to your job duties.
Understand the purpose of this policy and your overall responsibilities for standards of business conduct.
Consult with your supervisor or the IT Department for additional clarification of this policy.
Note the Following:
Applicability
City of Dover’s expectations for responsible use are applicable to all parties who use the City
communications and computer systems on behalf of the City, including, but not limited to, its employees,
consultants, in-house contractors, and other “users.”
Limitations
This acceptable use policy does not address every possible scenario or condition regarding acceptable
use. If it is not specifically addressed within this document, consult with IT.
Acceptable Use of Communications and Computer Systems
City of Dover communications and computer systems are vital to our business and critical to overall
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communications. Our success is directly related to safeguarding and properly using these systems.
What are City communications and computer systems?
City of Dover communications and computer systems are any equipment, hardware, software, or
networks (including wireless networks) owned, provided or used by or on behalf of the City of Dover that
store or transmit voice or non-voice data. This includes telephones, cellular/wireless telephones, voice
mail, computers, e-mail, facsimiles, pagers, and City Intranet or Internet access (including when accessed
through personally owned computers).
Note: When personal computers are not owned by the City but are used for City business, the City retains
the right to access any City records or materials developed for City use. Also, we must ensure that any
City materials are appropriately safeguarded according to applicable standards in this section, including,
but not limited to, virus protection of, protected access to, and backup of these materials.
Access, Maintenance and Protection
Users must safeguard the confidentiality and integrity of City systems, including strong password logons
(see \\Dover_1\public docs\How to\Creating a Secure Password.doc), access codes, network access
information, log-on IDs from improper access, alteration, destruction, and disclosure. Users shall only
access or use these systems when authorized. Users must abide by City standards contained in this
section and any other City policies regarding protecting data and information stored on these systems.
Unlawful and Inappropriate Use
Users are obligated to never use City systems (such as the Intranet or Internet) to engage in activities
that are unlawful, violate City policies, or in ways that would:
Be disruptive, causing unnecessary offense to others.
Be considered harassing, discriminatory, or creating a hostile work environment.
Result in the City of Dover’s liability, embarrassment, or loss of reputation.
External groups or organizations are not permitted to access the City’s computer network, except as
permitted by IT.
Protection and Integrity of Data
Users must maintain the integrity of City information and data stored on City systems by:
Introducing data into our systems that serve a legitimate business purpose.
Only acquiring, using, altering, disposing of, or destroying data or information with proper
authorization.
Protecting data and information stored on or communicated across our systems and not
accessing this data or information (customer data, employee records, etc.) unless authorized.
Protecting data and information communicated over internal or public networks (the internet) to
avoid compromising or disclosing nonpublic City communications.
Personal Use
While City systems are intended for primarily business/instructional purposes, limited (incidental and
occasional) personal use may be permissible when authorized by your manager and it does not:
Interfere with your work responsibilities.
Involve interests in personal outside business and/or other non-authorized organizations and
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activities (including, but not limited to selling personal property/items or soliciting for or promoting
commercial ventures, charitable, religious, or political activities).
Violate any of the standards contained in this code or other City policies.
Downloading of music and video files is specifically forbidden.
Virus Protection
If users suspect a virus, they must not use the applicable computer systems and equipment until the virus
is removed and they will report the matter immediately to the IT Department. The City of Dover has
purchased anti-virus software for all city computers, including home computers. Contact IT staff for a
copy to be installed on your home computers.
Properly Licensed Software
Users will use only approved and properly licensed software and will use it according to the applicable
software owner’s license agreements. Installing any software, including freeware (screensavers,
browsers, etc) is prohibited unless approved by IT.
Treatment of Third-Party Data or Software
Users must ensure that any nonpublic City information or software of a third party that is stored, copied,
or otherwise used on City systems is treated according to City of Dover’s standards regarding nonpublic
City information and applicable agreements and intellectual property restrictions.
City of Dover Monitoring
City communications and computer systems, including, but not limited to, computer networks,
data files, e-mail and voice mail, may be monitored and/or accessed by the IT Staff and your
management to ensure the integrity of the technology, protect against fraud and abuse, detect
unauthorized access or use, and for other business purposes. Although the IT Department does
not routinely monitor message or network transactions, IT may, without notification or approval,
monitor, access and review any and all communications originating from the City of Dover or
delivered to the City of Dover – employees should have no expectation of privacy in regard to
use of these services.
USE OF EMAIL AND THE INTERNET
Inappropriate use of e-mail includes, but is not limited to, sending or forwarding:
Messages, including jokes or any language that may be considered discriminatory, harassing,
unlawful, defamatory, obscene, offensive, insensitive, or otherwise inappropriate (this includes
but is not limited to messages about age, race, gender, disability, national origin, any other legally
defined discriminatory classifications or similar matters.)
Pornographic or sexually explicit materials.
Chain letters.
Information related to religious materials, activities, or causes – including inspirational messages.
Solicitations unless sanctioned by the City of Dover.
Auction-related information or materials unless sanctioned by the City of Dover.
Games or other software copyrighted materials without a legitimate business or instructional
purpose (and then only according to the rights and licenses granted by the owner of the games,
software, or copyrighted material.)
Messages that disparage other companies or products.
Materials related to personal commercial ventures or solicitations for personal gain (including, but
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not limited to messages that could be considered pyramid schemes).
Information related to political materials, activities, or causes unless sanctioned or permitted by
the City of Dover.
Unauthorized or inappropriate mass distribution of communication.
Any other materials that would be improper under this policy or other City of Dover policies.
Inappropriate use of the Internet includes, but is not limited to, accessing, sending or
forwarding information about, or downloading (from):
Sexually explicit, harassing, or pornographic sites.
“Hate sites” or sites that can be considered offensive or insensitive.
Auction sites for personal use.
Gambling sites.
Non City of Dover business-related chat sites.
Underground or other security sites which contain malicious software and/or instructions for
compromising City of Dover security.
Games, software, audio, video, or other materials that are not properly licensed to use or
transmit, or that are inappropriate.
Offensive or insensitive materials, such as sexually or racially oriented topics.
Intentional importation of viruses.
REMEDIAL ACTION
When IT learns of a possible inappropriate use, IT will immediately notify the employee or supervisor who
must take immediate remedial action and inform IT of its action. Repeated violations will be addressed
with the Department Head. In instances where criminal activity is suspected, IT will work directly with the
proper authorities, and follow their guidance in determining appropriate action.
Inappropriate use of City communications and computer systems may be grounds for discipline up to and
including dismissal.
In an emergency, in order to prevent further possible unauthorized activity, IT may temporarily disconnect
that employee or building from the network. If this is deemed necessary, every effort will be made to
inform the employee or building personnel prior to disconnecting, and every effort will be made to
reestablish the connection as soon as it is safe to do so.
Unauthorized activity or non-acceptable usage determined at the department level may be subject to
remedial action being taken in accordance with the acceptable use policy of that department (if
applicable) as well as those actions outlined above. The remedial action outlined in departmental policies
may differ from the remedial action as outlined in this policy. Should there be any conflict, Human
Resources will make a determination as to applicability.
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS ON THIS POLICY
Please address any questions or comments to the IT Director.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT STATEMENT
City of Dover - Acceptable Use Policy
City Employee
This is to certify that I have read and agree to abide by the guidelines set forth within the City of Dover
Acceptable Use Policy. As an employee of the City of Dover, I fully intend to comply with this policy
realizing that I am personally liable for intentional misuse or abuse of the City's communications and
computer systems. If I have any questions about the policy, I understand that I need to ask my supervisor
or IT for clarification.
*If I refuse to sign this acknowledgement form, my supervisor will be asked to sign this form indicating that I
have been given time to read and have questions answered about this policy. The supervisor will read this
statement to me prior to signing the document and advise me that by not signing this document my rights to
use the City’s Communications and Computer Systems may be denied and may affect my ability to meet my
job requirements.
Printed Name: ___________________________________
Signature: ______________________________________
Department: ____________________________________
Date: __________________________________________
Supervisor Signature (*as required)
__________________________________________________________________
Comments:
__________________________________________________________________
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT STATEMENT
City of Dover - Acceptable Use Policy
Non-City Employee
This is to certify that I have read and agree to abide by the guidelines set forth within the
City of Dover Acceptable Use Policy that apply to my use. (Some users may use a
combination of communications and computing resources.) As an authorized user of the
City of Dover’s communications and computing resources, I fully intend to comply with this
policy realizing that I am personally responsible for intentional misuse or abuse of the City's
communications and computer systems. I understand that the City of Dover has no
authority over non-city employees. However, all users must agree to abide by all policies,
standards promulgated by the IT Department as a condition of access and continued use of
these resources. If IT learns of possible inappropriate use, IT will immediately notify the
affiliate responsible, which must take immediate remedial action and inform IT of its action.
In instances where affiliates do not respond in a timely or reasonably appropriate manner,
are "repeat offenders”, or if criminal activity is suspected, IT will work directly with the
proper authorities, and follow their guidance in determining appropriate action. In an
emergency, in order to prevent further possible unauthorized activity, IT may temporarily
disconnect the user or affiliate. If I have any questions about the policy, I understand that I
need to ask IT for clarification.
*If I refuse to sign this acknowledgement form, my rights to use the City’s Communications and Computer
Systems may be denied and may affect my ability to meet my job requirements.
Printed Name: ___________________________________
Signature: ______________________________________
Company: ______________________________________
Date: __________________________________________
Witness:________________________________________
Witness name (printed)____________________________
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EXCERPT - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 9, 2013
The following is an excerpt of the Regular Council Meeting minutes of December 9, 2013:
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - NOVEMBER 25, 2013
The Utility Committee met on November 25, 2013 with Chairwoman Williams presiding.
Electric Supply & Generation
Members were provided information regarding Electric Supply and Generation, as follows:
McKee Run Units 1 & 2 - Cost/Benefit Analysis
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed a Presentation - Cost/Benefit Analysis for City of Dover
for McKee Run Units 1 & 2, as prepared by Mr. Robert Trinnear, The Energy Authority (TEA).
Referring to Slide 13, Mr. Blakeman questioned if there were a means of quantifying the risk of
operational failure. Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that he would contact representatives of both
TEA and North American Energy Services (NAES) to obtain this information.
In response to Mr. Blakeman with reference to Slide 14, Mr. Koenig stated that borescope inspection
logs did not indicate any required repairs and/or improvements that were not already included in the
City’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Based on current knowledge, he assured members that the
only repairs and/or improvements anticipated were those listed in the CIP.
Responding to Mrs. Williams regarding the cost of “mothballing” these Units, Mr. Koenig stated that
TEA and NAES had been requested to provide a price; however, staff anticipated that this amount
would be costly (in the high six to low seven figure range) due to asbestos and other issues
associated with the Units.
Mr. Snaman questioned if the new power plant (Calpine) could affect the details regarding Units 1
and 2. Responding, Mr. Koenig explained that if the City entered into a purchase power agreement
with Calpine, the City could replace the capacity of Units 1 and 2 with capacity from the Calpine
Project, which would be a negotiated item and was scheduled for discussion later in the meeting,
under Item #1C.
Mrs. Williams relayed concern with proceeding since there were so many uncertainties.
Mr. Kirk Betts, Betts & Holt LLP, the City’s Energy Attorney, stated that there was not as much
uncertainty as there appeared to be but there were several risks. He explained that some life
extensions were previously done to Units 1 and 2 to keep them “alive;” however, prior to the Calpine
project, the lease arrangement at the Garrison Tract included the opportunity to purchase 50 MW of
capacity based on the belief that Units 1 and 2 would not survive. He stated that the Units are not
as reliable as needed, which poses a risk. When the Units are supposed to come up and they do not,
the City is penalized financially as well as with regard to reserve requirements and does not get the
capacity credits needed. While these costs have not yet been quantified, they exist. He advised
members that another risk was the capacity price of $119 per megawatt day (MWd) which was
expected to be in the range of $150, $180, and $200 per MWd, but noted that this was not fully
quantified because the PJM market only extends out three (3) years. He explained that this type of
spread reduces the value of the plant and, with the addition of the costs for operating those Units
including the NAES costs and the capital costs indicated in the CIP, there is a very low margin.
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With a low margin area of approximately $250,000, for example, the City would be totally at risk
and one (1) or more operational failure or forced outage could result in the City being “in the hole.”
While these numbers had not been quantified, he explained that they appear more and more
threatening in terms of the value of the plant.
Mr. Betts explained that another issue with old units such as these is that spare parts are not available
and must be manufactured. He explained that manufacturing parts for an antique piece of equipment
costs more and the value is not recovered; therefore, the cost just to repair Units 1 and 2 would be
extraordinarily high. He reminded members that Units 1 and 2 were being kept for capacity plays,
and when the capacity market goes down, the value disappears. Although the City does not need the
Units for energy, they must be able to operate. He noted that the heat rate for these Units is very
high, at least 13,000 btu’s per kilowatt hour, whereas the competing Calpine unit is approximately
half of that. Therefore, the Units are a non-competitive resource that the City pays a lot of money for
in order to have capacity and the value is continuously decreasing. While not fully quantified, these
are the real risks involved with these two (2) Units.
Responding to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Betts explained that maintenance for Units 1 and 2 should have
been done gradually over time but was deferred in previous years to avoid the additional capital cost,
which is the reason for the major $2.4M “hit” in budget for Fiscal Year 2018. He stated that the
capacity market has dropped significantly, and the PJM capacity market has many components. He
advised members that Converge, an Arrow Electronic Company, has been working, primarily with
refrigeration, to find ways to replace capacity in the marketplace by allowing customers to go offline
for a couple of minutes at a time. In the past, customers had generation in reserve or brought up
generation to meet the voltage requirements; however, since customers are able to meter the load
precisely and changes are computerized, they are able to go offline and reduce load instead of
bringing capacity on. He stated that last summer in this region, more than 1,000 MW(the amount
of a nuclear plant) were taken offline voluntarily by customers who received a notice the day before
indicating if they went offline the next day between certain hours, they would be compensated a
certain amount per kilowatt hour not used, which had a huge impact on the marketplace. The current
market is very different and continuously changing; therefore, the way in which customers invest and
adapt to the changes are also different. Mr. Betts expressed his opinion that the market is not fixed
but in some areas it is very tight; for example, in New Jersey the current capacity price is almost
$300 per MWd, whereas in Dover it has dropped. He explained that the Garrison Plant’s 300 MW
has a huge impact on costs on the Delmarva Peninsula because it is gas operated, fast, has relatively
low personnel costs, and can bid into the market very aggressively.
In regard to transmission costs, Mr. Betts explained that there has been a huge amount of
transmission expansion in PJM, which has resulted in a reduction of the number of power plants
constructed. It is a very dynamic market and, with 13,000 heat rate units, the City must consider
whether, even if investment were made in Units 1 and 2, there would be value going forward and
how much value that investment would have in the next five (5) to 10 years.
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, advised members that the 2016/2017 forecast was
completed last May and, at that time, the capacity price was $193 per MWd. The price was now at
$119 per MWd; therefore, she stated that the capacity revenue would change accordingly. She noted
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that a leak on a gasket on Unit 1 had to be repaired last year and the costs were over budget. In
addition, she expressed concern regarding costs involving Unit 3. She stated that it had been
borescoped and will be opened up for repair. This was scheduled as a three (3) year project which
started with a $1.21M budget for the turbine repair and generator; however, the bids received for the
turbine were excessive, so the generator was done separately at a cost of $276,000. The costs for
the turbine repairs for Unit 3 were currently up to $1.6M, and she noted that when it is opened,
additional repairs may be required which would increase the costs.
In response to Mr. Perza, Mrs. Mitchell stated that staff’s recommendation would not include
bidding Units 1 and 2 in the PJM market beyond Fiscal Year 2017 since staff anticipated a joint
agreement with Calpine or another capacity agreement to pick up 34 MW. She confirmed that it
was staff’s recommendation not to fund capital improvements to bring the Units up to current
standards and not to fund these Units beyond the next three (3) years. If the Units began to fail in
the next year or two (2), she stated that the City would have the option to pull the Units out of the
PJM market instead of investing capital into them; however, the City would have to pay for the
capacity and pay a forced outage penalty if the Units went down when scheduled to run. In order
to meet the December 1, 2013 deadline, it was staff’s plan to bid the Units into the capacity auction
for the 2017/2018 planning year at $311per MWd to ensure they do not get called on and the City
recoups the money, as recommended by TEA.
Noting that the City was obligated to keep Units 1 and 2 operating since they have been included in
the auction for the next couple of years, Mr. Slavin questioned if the Units would be revenue positive
to the City based on the assumption that the market does not completely bottom out on the capacity
side. Responding, Mrs. Mitchell confirmed that they would be revenue positive through Fiscal
Year 2017 based on the analysis. She indicated that if the Units were unavailable to run when
required, the City would be able to decide whether or not to pay for repairs at that time.
Mr. Slavin questioned the net effect on the City’s revenue if it was decided not to keep Units 1 and
2 online beyond 2018. In response, Mrs. Mitchell stated that staff had only forecasted out to the
2018 PJM year; however, according to Mr. Betts, the replacement capacity costs would define
whether the City was “in the money or not” for those Units.
Responding to Mr. Blakeman, Mrs. Mitchell referred to the projected incremental operating costs
indicated on Page 19 of the presentation and indicated her opinion that the $1M amount could
decrease more since staff was currently negotiating contracts.
Staff recommended, for the short term, that Units 1 and 2 not be offered into PJM’s capacity auction
for the 2017/18 delivery year; that a comprehensive analysis be performed that lays out all the
decision options for the City of Dover; that a similar analysis on other parts of the generation
portfolio be completed; and that all supply options be surveyed, including new generation projects
in and around Dover and Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) opportunities.
Mr. Perza questioned the future impact on revenues if these Units are shut down, irrespective of how
much it would cost to get the turbines up and running, and how members could make an assessment
and final decision regarding this matter if staff had not planned beyond 2017. Responding,
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Mrs. Mitchell stated that one (1) of the factors to consider in determining whether the Units should
be shut down or not would be the capacity auction, as well as the figures received from TEA. She
noted that if the City can obtain the capacity cheaper from Calpine, it may not be advantageous to
keep Units 1 and 2 running. Elaborating, Mr. Betts indicated that there were a lot of “moving
pieces,” one (1) of which was the renegotiation of the NAES Agreement, which may lower operating
costs. The other was whether the City would be able to have Garrison or some other entity buy
replacement capacity, noting that if the City were able to obtain a longer-term offer, it would provide
a benchmark price to compare with the cost to operate the Units. Both of these were on a relatively
“fast track,” which would allow for a longer-term budget analysis for members to review.
Mr. Betts stated that it is an imperfect system. In a dynamic market, no one knows what the energy
prices will be in four (4) years, but the hope is that energy will still be consumed at a consistent rate.
It is known that the capacity market is changing, so staff, including himself, must consider the best
case, examine the alternatives of keeping the Units running, and make projections based on historic
costs versus replacement capacity. It was his opinion that this would be the basis for the estimate
built into the City’s overall operating budget for the utility.
Mrs. Williams questioned whether Mr. Betts had any concern regarding negotiating an agreement
with Calpine since the City incurred great expense and gave land to them. Responding, Mr. Betts
stated that he and staff would do their best to hold Calpine to the terms of the contract, which
provided for at least 50 MW at a cost that was established as the actual construction costs less the
development costs. If Calpine is willing to abide by the contract terms, he believed there could be
an opportunity for negotiation that may be favorable for the City. As a competitive strategy, he
stated that the City should also consider other available capacity. He stated that the City not only
offered the benefit of the land provided to Calpine but can also provide constant cash flow, which
they cannot necessarily get from PJM. He also suggested that the City use its monopoly power as
a water supplier to encourage negotiation.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Betts confirmed that Calpine does not have internal “inside the
fence” capacity, which could also effect negotiations. Mr. Betts advised members to consider the
cost and value of the City’s reliability to “island” the City, notwithstanding occurrences in the region.
He stressed the importance of the comprehensive analysis proposed by TEA, and that consideration
be given to the reasons the City is in the municipal utility business, including reliability, costs, and
the attractiveness of the City to outside potential buyers. He stressed that reliability is critical and
if it were desired to bring in a data center, as was discussed in previous years, reliability must be at
99.9%. He stated that, with PJM, there had been huge investments in transmission that was not in
existence 10 years ago. He noted that there are many rules that apply to the City, in regard to
reliability under requirements with PJM and this zone, that have federal implications. The current
environment for reliability is very different than it was 10 - 15 years ago, which should be taken into
account when considering pricing and value for internal versus external generation.
In response to Mr. Perza, Mr. Koenig stated that, to his knowledge, the City had not had a negative
cash flow similar to what was projected for Fiscal Year 2017/2018 since contracting with PACE,
approximately 15 years ago.
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EXCERPT - CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 9, 2013 PAGE 5
Responding to Mr. Perza, Mr. Koenig stated that the Units would last as long as the City would be
willing to invest in maintenance, which would depend upon economic feasibility. It was staff’s
opinion that, at this point, maintaining the Units would probably not be in the City’s best interest
financially. Mr. Blakeman stated that prior to his retirement from the City of Dover, approximately
10 years ago, all similar units that were built in 1962 had been retired.
Mr. Betts suggested that a comparison of the costs to operate the Units (capital, operating, and gas)
with the amount purchased through the PJM power grid or TEA, would provide an indication as to
whether the Units should be maintained or not. He suggested that TEA be requested to provide this
information to members for their consideration in making a determination.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendations that, for the short term, Units
1 and 2 not be offered into PJM's capacity auction for the 2017/18 delivery year; that a
comprehensive analysis be performed that lays out all the decision options for the City of Dover; that
a similar analysis on other parts of the generation portfolio be completed; and that all supply options
be surveyed, including new generation projects in and around Dover and Power Purchase Agreement
(PPA) opportunities.
[City Clerk’s Office Note: Subsequent to the meeting, members were provided a memorandum
dated December 4, 2013, from Donna Mitchell, Controller Treasurer - Response to Questions, Utility
Committee Meeting November 25, 2013, relating to this matter, as well as an Outage Status Report -
Week 9, dated November 27, 2013.].
During the Council Meeting, Mr. Lynn stated his objections to the Utility Committee’s
recommendation, explaining his opinion that not offering Units 1 and 2 into PJM’s capacity auction
for the 2017/18 delivery year would be a tacit endorsement of the culture of neglect engendered by
years of Council’s austerity budgets that have artificially kept the City’s tax rates low at the expense
of the City’s necessary infrastructure. He reminded members that, as explained by the City’s
Attorney, Mr. Betts, maintenance for Units 1 and 2 should have been done gradually over time but
was deferred in previous years due to the additional capital costs, which was the reason for the major
$2.4M hit in 2018. Mr. Lynn stated that, unfortunately, that the reality is that many City residents
will soon learn that the bills are now coming due - parks and recreation facilities need to be
demolished as a result of neglect, streets are not being paved, pump stations are aging, etc. Mr. Lynn
noted that the City’s infrastructure was showing the signs of City Council’s decisions to defer
necessary maintenance and the City had failed to provide preventative care throughout the years;
therefore, he stated that he could not support the Committee’s recommendation.
Mr. Dixon moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendations that, for the short term,
Units 1 and 2 not be offered into PJM's capacity auction for the 2017/18 delivery year; that a
comprehensive analysis be performed that lays out all the decision options for the City of
Dover; that a similar analysis on other parts of the generation portfolio be completed; and that
all supply options be surveyed, including new generation projects in and around Dover and
Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) opportunities. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and
carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes (Dixon, Perza, Slavin, Hare, Hutchison, and Bonar), one
(1) no (Lynn), and two (2) absent (Anderson and Williams).
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EXCERPT - CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 9, 2013 PAGE 6
VanSant Generating Station Capacity Increase - Cost/Benefit Analysis
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reviewed a Presentation - Cost/Benefit Analysis for City of Dover -
Update on VanSant Generating Station Capacity Increase.
Staff recommended that staff be authorized to continue to proceed with project implementation and
reassess economics after bids for project installation are received and before submitting an offer into
PJM for the 2017/18 capacity auction on May 12, 2014, noting that PJM must be notified of intent
to bid in Units 1 & 2 by March 1, 2014.
Mr. Blakeman questioned whether staff had considered installing a waste heat recovery boiler to
create a combined cycle unit. Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that it had been discussed previously;
however, it was not included in the most recent reviews. He speculated that there must have been
a technical or regulatory issue associated with it.
Responding to Mrs. Williams regarding the Indian River Coal Plant, Mr. Koenig stated that it will
have an effect on the market, which may have an indirect effect on the City; however, he was not
aware of the time frame.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation.
[City Clerk’s Office Note: Subsequent to the meeting, members were provided a memorandum dated
December 4, 2013, from Donna Mitchell, Controller Treasurer - Response to Questions, Utility
Committee Meeting November 25, 2013, relating to this matter, as well as an Outage Status Report -
Week 9, dated November 27, 2013.]
By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Hare and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Anderson and Williams
absent).
Purchase Power Agreement - Calpine
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that staff intends to seek the assistance of
Mr. Kirk Betts, Betts & Holt LLP, the City’s Energy Attorney, for discussions regarding a mutually
beneficial contract arrangement for the potential Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Calpine.
He stated that this information was provided for informational purposes only and that no further
action was required at this time.
Discussion - Joint Agreement with the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC) for New
Generation
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, explained that as a part of staff’s due diligence to examine the
possibilities for replacing the capacity of Units 1 and 2, should they be taken out of service, staff
intends to meet with the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC) and/or another partner
they may have, to discuss the potential for joint projects, such as capacity improvements, provided
a Purchase Power Agreement (PPA) with Calpine cannot be arranged. He stated his preference for
keeping the City’s options open moving forward and that he will keep Council updated in regard to
all discussions.
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In response to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Koenig stated that staff would complete financial analyses on all
of the available options, and the potential for DEMEC to own part of the City’s units would be open
for discussion.
Mr. Koenig stated that this information was provided for informational purposes only and that no
further action was required at this time.
Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Hare and
carried with Mr. Lynn voting no.
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Monthly Report
December 2013
Office of City Assessor
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Assessor’s Report
Number of Deeds Stamped for the Transfer Tax Dollar Amount for the
Month of December 2012/2013 Month of December 2012/2013
28 $50 $41
30 23
Thousands
25 $23 $23
20 13 13 $14 $16
15 10 8 $11
10 2 1 1 0 2013 $1 $0 2013
5 $0
0 2012 2012
First Time Buyer for Month of December 2012/2013 Realty
December 2012/2013 Property Sales in Dollars
23
Received Prior to Recording
25 $3
Res. Non-First
20 $3 $2 $2 $2 $2
13 Time Buyers
Millions
13 $2 $1 $1
15 10 $0
Res. First Time $1
2013
10 Buyers $0
5 2012
0
2013 2012
Major Updates
October - 13 November - 13 December- 13
Assessment Change $390,500 $7,737,800 $1,097,700
Residential Sales Ratio Report
Sales in Study Total Assessed Total Sale Price Ratio PRD
Value
20 $3,365,600 $2,965,093 1.13 1.08
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.
2015 Revaluation
- The Assessor’s Office has started the 2015 Revaluation process by visiting various neighborhoods
and collecting data, if necessary
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JAN 24, 2014 CITY OF DOVER PAGE: 1
01:17 PM SALES RATIO REPORT CA324
PARID NBHD LUC ADDRESS UNITS STYLE YRBLT STORIES SFLA GRADE CDU TOTAL APPR SALE DT PRICE ASR
ED05-067.09-03-10.00 20A R10 309 PINE VALLEY RD 1 13 1985 2 2378 B- GD 218,900 02-DEC-13 203,000
ED05-067.17-03-20.00 22 R10 110 SHINNECOCK RD 1 5 1992 2 2327 B GD 259,300 06-DEC-13 240,000
ED05-067.19-04-17.00 26 R10 212 MONT BLANC BLVD 1 2013 2 1961 B AV 225,300 19-DEC-13 219,004
ED05-067.20-03-20.00 23 R10 407 N NEW ST 1 14 1950 1 850 C- AV 77,000 20-DEC-13 38,000
ED05-068.10-03-27.00 13 R10 959 CARVEL DR 1 14 1969 1 1120 C AV 151,700 20-DEC-13 140,000
ED05-068.13-01-04.08 53 R50 16 CHATHAM CT 1 13 1985 2 2568 B+ GD 156,700 31-DEC-13 125,000
ED05-068.14-01-32.00 13 R10 341 FREAR DR 1 5 1964 2 1650 C+ AV 163,500 30-DEC-13 160,000
ED05-068.15-03-10.00 16G R10 1413 S HANCOCK AVE 1 3 1988 1.5 2156 C+ AV 190,800 27-DEC-13 155,000
ED05-068.17-02-64.00 8 R10 241 N STATE ST 1 1 1910 2 1870 B- GD 151,800 23-DEC-13 130,000
ED05-068.19-02-47.00 16H R10 207 SHADYBROOK DR 1 8 1997 2 1640 C AV 144,800 30-DEC-13 145,000
ED05-076.03-02-72.00 25 R10 319 TRIBBITT ST 1 13 2009 2 1760 B- GD 171,800 11-DEC-13 125,000
ED05-076.05-01-10.04 17A R10 18 MARSH CREEK LN 1 13 1998 2 1188 C AV 135,000 06-DEC-13 95,000
ED05-076.05-08-21.00 24 R10 120 CHELSEA WAY 1 14 1999 1 1853 B- GD 197,900 06-DEC-13 204,000
ED05-076.06-02-29.00 17B R10 305 STONE BROOK PL 1 13 1984 2 1040 C- GD 115,600 30-DEC-13 79,900
ED05-076.06-09-08.00 17A R50 101 N CAROLINE PL 1 20 1988 1 887 B+ GD 81,500 31-DEC-13 67,500
ED05-076.10-03-42.00 16A R10 1401 WOODMILL DR 1 8 1990 2 1445 C+ FR 129,300 24-DEC-13 67,189
ED05-076.20-01-45.00 5 R10 5 KONSCHAK AVE 1 16 1960 1 1626 C+ AV 176,100 13-DEC-13 153,000
ED05-077.06-01-65.00 8 R10 512 E LOOCKERMAN ST 1 14 1980 1 1344 B- FR 176,900 10-DEC-13 146,000
ED05-077.07-06-97.00 16J R10 131 NOB HILL RD 1 2011 2 3642 B- GD 252,800 20-DEC-13 280,000
ED05-077.11-05-12.00 16J R10 47 MER WAY 1 8 2007 2 2290 B- AV 188,900 06-DEC-13 192,500
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CITY MANAGER’S
MONTHLY REPORT
DECEMBER 2013
City Manager’s Monthly Report, December 2013
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Human Resources
Continued contract negotiations.
Library
469 attended 68 programs for adults.
362 attended 37 programs for teens.
722 attended 22 programs for children.
33 volunteers completed 348 hours of service.
70 attended 25 programs/classes coordinated through the Job Center.
Public Works
Working on CIP and additional funding for future street program and other projects.
2 City Manager’s Monthly Report, December 2013
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CUSTOMER SERVICES
Customer Service information was not available at the time of submission.
The information will be updated in next months report. Please call the
City Manager’s Office if you have any questions. Thank you.
City Manager’s Monthly Report, December 2013 3
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Dec Jan Feb Mar April May June July August Sept Oct Nov Dec
Category Total
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
Caucasian* 287 288 291 287 287 283 282 281 279 283 284 285 287 N/A
*
Minorities 57 56 56 54 54 53 53 54 54 54 56 55 56 N/A
Hired 6 3 4 0 4 3 1 2 2 7 4 1 3 40
Terminated/
Resigned/ 2 3 1 7 4 8 2 1 3 2 1 1 0 35
Retired/Other
Transferred/
1 1 4 2 1 1 0 2 0 4 1 0 0 17
Promoted
Jobs Posted 0 4 1 5 5 5 8 5 5 3 2 0 2 45
Workers Comp. Inju-
4 3 1 2 1 4 3 4 3 7 2 2 1 37
ries
Workers Comp. Hours 341 363 315 259 62 28 0 119 62 384 110 48 120 2211
Insurance Claims 2 5 2 2 2 3 7 4 6 2 2 1 4 42
Full-time Employees: 328 Part-time Employees: 15 (4 Pitts Center, 1 Recreation, 9 Library, 1 Customer Service)
-Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee or council members.
Positions Hired: Crew Leader, Streets; LAN Analyst, shared position with IT/Police; Customer Service Account Clerk, Collections part-time
Positions Posted: Accountant II; Library Assistant, Children’s Services part-time
Recruitment Information (Positions closed in December)
American
Hispan- Asian/Pacific In Out
Position Total Female Male Unknown Black White Indian/Alaskan Unknown
ic Islander Dover Dover
Native
Accountant II 28 2 26 0 0 27 0 1 0 0 8 20
Library Assistant, Children’s
1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0
(In-House)
Unfilled/Open Positions by Department*
Unfilled/Open Positions Dec Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec
By Department 12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
Electric 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5
Public Works 14 11 13 17 19 22 22 20 20 16 15 15 14
Police 4 1 1 2 1 0 1 2 3 3 1 1 1
All Other Departments 7 5.5 6.5 7 7.5 5.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6 7.5 6.5 5
Totals 26 21.5 24.5 30 30.5 31.5 33.5 32.5 33.5 29 28.5 27.5 25
*Not used for Budgeting Purposes
²
The following has been updated to reflected the Fiscal 2013-14 Budget
Electric: Electric Director, Electrical Engineer, Senior Lineman, Line Crew Superintendent, Lineman 1 st Class
Public Works: Utility Maintenance Mechanic II/Wastewater, Operations -Construction Manager, Building Craftsperson I , Motor Equipment Operator III
(Streets), (2) Motor Equipment Operators II (Grounds), Motor Equipment Operator I (Water), Motor Equipment Operator III (Sanitation), Public Works
Operation Manager, (3) Civil Engineer l, Utility Construction Worker, Nursery Worker II
Police: Communication Operator
All Other Departments: (3) Library Assistant (part-time), Library Clerk I (part-time), Planner, Storekeeper Buyer I, Fire Dispatcher
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HUMAN RESOURCES
continued
Workers Comp Injuries
20
15
10
5
0
Dec- Ja n- Feb- Ma r- Apr- Ma y- Jun- Jul - Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec-
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
Electric Public Works Police Others
Electric: 0 Public Works: 0 Police: 1 All Other Depts.: 0
Turnover Statistics
2013 *
2010 2011 2012* (CYD)
Total Turnover % 5.57 6.75 11.00 10.91
Termination Turnover % 0.27 1.08 0.29 1.47
Resignation Turnover % 2.12 4.05 5.21 5.01
Retirement Turnover % 3.18 1.62 5.50 4.42
* Healthcare cost sharing implemented
Average Employees
2010 2011 2012* 2013(YTD)
Total Number of Employees Separating from Service 21 25 38 37
Average Number of Full-time Employees 362 356 333 325
Average Number of Part-time Employees 16 15 12 14
* Healthcare cost sharing implemented
City Manager’s Monthly Report, December 2013 5
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Service Requests Resolved Citizen Action Center - Customers w/ New
250 234
150 Issues
200 177
189 182 130
110
150 130 122 90
115 113 113
104 97 104 101
70
100 103 102 106
50 80 87
50 30 45 58 55 44 56 56 55 57
10
0 Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec-
Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- 12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
Programming Requests Completed Page Views - City of Dover Web Page
20 35,000
17
15 15 15 30,000
14 14
15 13 13 25,000
12 12 12
Pages Viewed
10 20,000
10 8
29,413 29,435 27,721
25,196 25,562 25,827
15,000
23,956 21,716 21,692
19,308 19,853 19,936 19,884
5 10,000
5,000
0 0
Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr - May- Jun- Jul- Aug - Sep - Oct- Nov- Dec-
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
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 366 366 358
Scheduled PCs Replaced - - -
Servers Supported 19 19 14
People Trained 12 8 19
Availability Statistics based on 7:00 AM until 5:00 PM Monday—Friday
6 City Manager’s Monthly Report, December 2013
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LIBRARY
Reference Transactions
1200
1000
800
600
400
200
0
Adult Teen Children
Dec 13
Adults – 508 Teens – 416 Children – 939
Circulation December 13 FYTD 14 December 12 FYTD 13
Dover residents 19,800 131,673 19,668 106,787
Ebooks 1,280 7,966 1,030 5,061
Kent residents* 13,427 94,999 14,509 82,472
Non-county residents 2,343 14,675 2,234 11,933
Registrations
Dover residents 286 2,364 291 2,124
Kent residents* 23 529 124 584
Non-county residents 0 51 15 65
Other
Visiting Patrons 20,212 186,505 22,855 154,235
Meeting Room Usage 1,921 13,723 1,482 4,485
Photocopier Usage 952 7,997 1,344 6,617
Computer Printing Usage 2,364 16,391 1,700 9,223
Computer Users 4,122 29,106 4,181 21,368
Wireless Computer Users 1,187 7,578
Holds (Total) 6,065 42,350 5,360 31,793
*Breakout of Kent County Residential Statistics
Circulation Registrations
Harrington: 336 Harrington: 1
Milford: 54 Milford: 1
Smyrna: 925 Smyrna: 1
Outside City Limits: 12,112 Outside City Limits: 20
Total Registered Users: (Card Holders)
City: 22,165 Kent County: 12,787 Outside Kent County: 949
Other Points of Interest:
Inter/Interlibrary: 69 items loaned out Technical services: 1,579 items added
28 items borrowed 2,238 items deleted
Volunteers: 348 hours of service completed
City Manager’s Monthly Report, December 2013 7
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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 Farthing Woods Village of Cannon Mill
Clearview Meadows
Sanitation
Monthly Total Refuse (Tons) Sanitation Hours
1,500
1200
956 942 1000
1,000 911 875
840 845 855
810
764
698
790 800
675 673 598
537
600 444
500 390
250
330 298 315
238 263 400 228 276
130 160 171 173
123 109
99 200 26 20
- 0
Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Bulk Collection Mechanized Hand Trash Container
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 Collection Collection Repair/Delivery
Bulk Automated Dec 13 Dec 12
DECEMBER
2013 FYTD 14 DECEMBER 2012 FYTD 13
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 209 1,305 161 1,022
Total Tonnage to DSWA 1,047.54 6,532.89 876.23 4,743.21
90-Gallon Containers Delivered 17 108 8 155
300-Gallon Containers Delivered 0 16 2 16
Total Man Hours-containers Delivered 26 200 20 253
CURBSIDE RECYCLING TOTAL # OF TOTAL # OF
STATS HOUSEHOLDS ACCOUNTS WEIGHT/LBS. AVE. LBS.
COLLECTED
December 2013 19,865 8,833 315,600 15.89
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PUBLIC WORKS
continued
Streets DECEMBER 2013 FYTD 14 DECEMBER 2012 FYTD 13
Signed Installed 0 148 5 155
Signs Repaired 1 50 5 64
Curbs Painted Yellow (feet) 0 1,306 5 5,614
New Post Installed 1 32 0 29
Storm Catch Basins Repaired 0 13 0 1
Storm Catch Basin Repairing (Hrs.) 0 65 0 1
Storm Catch Basins Cleaned 15 165 83 444
Storm Catch Basins Cleaning (Hrs.) 2 77 108 295
Hot Mix Patching (Tons) 0 1 0 236
Hot Mix Patching (Hrs.) 0 0 0 283
Cold Mix Patching Hrs.) 15 27 38 281
Concrete Work (Hrs) 20 230 0 273
Concrete Patching (Cubic Yards) 0 21 0 0
Ditch Work (Hrs). 3 63 0 90
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs) 49 325 152 1,016
Street Sweeping (Miles) 0 5,192 131 5,223
Street Sweeping (Cubic Yards) 0 1,302 60 1,090
Leaves Collected (Cubic Yards) 2,050 7,401 4,712 14,087
Leaf Collection (Miles) 1,329 3,831 1,304 4,768
Grounds
Arborist Crew DECEMBER 2013 DECEMBER 2012
Trees Trimmed 19 29
Trees Removed 10 6
Stumps Removed 5 14
Finished the installation of Christmas lighting displays on The Plaza and on Loockerman Street. Placed trees on the
lake. Assisted Streets Division with leaf collection.
Beautification Crew
Finished planting tulips.
Picked up and hung Christmas wreaths on City buildings.
Assisted tree crews with tree removals.
Mowing Crew
Worked with tree crew on tree removals and stump grinding.
Assisted the beautification crew with planting of the bulbs as well as installation of the Christmas lighting displays.
Hauled debris from retention ponds where Kent Conservation District worked.
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PUBLIC WORKS
continued
Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Printed multiple posters for DDP and Economic Development.
Created multiple Miss Utility maps.
Updated hot ix repair list.
Printed multiple posters for the Library.
Collected GPS data for tree plantings.
Created multiple maps for the City Clerk’s office.
Printed multiple maps for Water/Wastewater regarding sanitary sewer
Created right of way dedication maps.
Printed poster for customer service.
Printed multiple maps for snow response maps.
Fleet and Facilities Management
Fleet Maintenance
Work Orders: 691
Major Program Updates
Measure DECEMBER 2013 DECEMBER DIFFERENCE
2012
10 out of 28
35.71%
2 - Unscheduled PM’s Vehicles
5 – Sanitation - couldn’t get a hold of truck or
shop full. Few people on vacation.
5 - T & D vehicles – (4) Not able to get in
Scheduled Preventative Maintenance ap-
shop with Electric to get them over. (1) done, 9 out of 19
pointments being kept (Quantity and Percent- -11.66%
1/14/14 47.37%
age)
3-Electric Eng. – Haven’t seen trucks (2) vehi-
cles at Winner Ford 2 weeks getting transmis-
sion installed.
Streets - Left 4 days open for Streets dept to
bring over anything they needed serviced or
prep for snow removal.
Facilities Management
Routine work orders completed within 5 days 21 out of 24 21 out of 22
-7.,95%
(Quantity and Percentage) 87.50 % 91.67%
Emergency work orders completed within 2 3 out of 3 3 out of 3
0%
days (Quantity and Percentage) 100 % 100 %
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PUBLIC WORKS
continued
Water/Wastewater
Water Production/Billed Consumption/Flow to Kent
County
255000000
205000000
155000000
105000000
55000000
5000000
Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
Total Water Prod. Billed Consumpt.
Total Flow to County City Readings
ENGINEERING SUMMARY
Major Program Updates DECEMBER 2013 DECEMBER 2012 DIFF FY14 YTD FY13
State and Federal Violations 0 violations 0 violations - - -
Water Quality Complaints 2 1 +1 46 59
Plan Review Completed Within 2 plans 5 plans
-3 48 38
30 days of Submission 67% 100%
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
Task DECEMBER 13 DECEMBER 12 CURRENT FY
Water Production - Daily Average 3,514,065 3,565,710 778,451,000
Average Field Response Time (goal is <30 minutes) 21.70 15.28 17.34
Water Mains Repaired 4 1 8
Water Service Lines Repaired 1 0 6
Wastewater Mains Repaired 0 0 0
Wastewater Service Lines Repaired 0 0 3
Sewer Lines Flushed - linear feet 95,645 92,659 878,567
Sewer Mains Videoed -linear feet 394 15,946 19,783
Total Fire Hydrants in Service 1,807 1,802 1,807
Total Water Meters in City Distribution System 14,171 14,080 14,171
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PUBLIC UTILITIES
Electric
System Peak Total System Load
200 100,000
164.2 80,225
150.9 156.8
144.8 70,462
141.5 80,000 67,058
61,952 60,085 60,871 59,792
123.6 57,915 58,635 57,155
150
55,238 55,369
111.22 107.1 105.94
52,890
104.7 102.3 99.89
60,000
99.2
100
40,000
50 20,000
Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13 Dec 13 Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13 Dec 13
Outages Customers of Gained/Lost
35 7,000
30 6,000 50
39
25 5,000 40
Outages Customers
20 4,000 30
15 3,000
20 15
10 2,000 9 10 11 9
10 5 7 5
3 2 2 4
5 1,000
0 0 0
Dec 12 Jan 13 Feb 13 Mar 13 Apr 13 May 13 Jun 13 Jul 13 Aug 13 Sep 13 Oct 13 Nov 13 Dec 13
Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
Outages: 8 Outages
Customers: 1,550
Customers
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 14 YTD FY 13 FY 12
1 15 27.72 Minutes 26.25 Minutes
66.94 50.74 39.44
DEC 13 DEC 12 FY14 YTD
PROGRAM UPDATES
Tree Trimming 183 256 1129
Number of Oil Releases 6 1 12
Lost Time Accidents – All Electric Utility Divisions 0 0 1
New Services 5 9 68
Major Goals Completed in the Past Two Months
N/A
12 City Manager’s Monthly Report, December 2013
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City Planner’s Monthly Report
Planning, Inspections & Recreation
DECEMBER 2013
Planning, Inspections &
Recreation Highlights
Safe Whistles - The Parks and Recreation Department began the “Safe Whistles Program” by con-
ducting background checks on our basketball, field hockey and lacrosse league volunteers. All ap-
proved volunteers were issued identification badges.
Annual Food Drive - Kicking off the Annual Food Drive our Library, Customer Services, Electric
and Police Departments all graciously hosted food collection boxes. Many were filled but there’s
always room for more next year! Thank you to all who contributed.
DelDOT’s “Fill the Sleigh” Event - The Parks and Recreation Department partnered with DelDOT
to host their second event for employees to have a night of volleyball fun and charitable giving for
those in need. We are looking forward to doing this again in 2014.
The Greene Turtle opened at 391 North DuPont Highway on December 4, 2013.
Personnel and Training Updates
The Planning Office continues the hiring process to fill the vacant Planner position; an offer has been
made to a candidate.
Ann Marie Townshend and Dawn Melson-Williams attended the Annual Meeting of the APA Delaware
Chapter on December 11, 2014. The event also included a presentation by Max Walton entitled
“Navigating the Legal Landscape – Overview of the New Cases that all Delaware Planners Should
Know.”
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Planning, Inspections & Recreation Revenue
FY '14 Budget FY '14 Actual
(YTD)
Revenue Stream
Business License $1,460,000 $ 1,432,707 98%
Trailer License $20,500 $ 21,120 103%
Building Permits $400,000 $ 261,753 65% Looking Forward…..
Cert. of Occupancy $9,000 $ 3,230 36%
Indoor Field Hockey Leagues for Co‐
Public Occupancy $10,000 $ 1,413 14% Ed and Middle Schools
Lodging House $14,000 $ 1,323 9% Girls Indoor High School Lacrosse
Plumbing/Heating/Air $75,000 $ 38,213 51% League
Sprinkler $25,000 $ 18,522 74% Work to being on City Recrea on
Needs Assessment
Rental Inspection Fee $345,000 $ 26,774 8%
Miscellaneous $20,000 $ 21,940 110%
Fire Protection Fees $31,000 $ 18,357 59%
Vacant Building Reg. $60,000 $ 78,250 130%
Total P&I Revenue $2,469,500 $ 1,923,600 78%
Recreation $133,000 $66,544 50%
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 December 2013, Planning Staff was
involved with review of 40 Permits and 9 Certificates of Occupancy permits (2013 Year to Date total of 866
Permits and COs compared to 923 year-to-date in 2012). Planning Staff also reviews new applications for
Business Licenses and Rental Dwelling Permits.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Planning Staff continues to focus on the various implementation items identified in the 2008 Comprehensive
Plan as amended.
On-going efforts of the Planning Office include participating in planning for the participating in the
planning and development design of Garrison Oak Technical Park, the pending updates to the FIRM
Maps (Flood Insurance Rate maps) issued by FEMA for flood plains, and research for future ordinance
amendments related to the commercial zoning classifications.
New Dover High School Project (C-10-05/S-11-18)
Construction activities related to site improvements and the building construction activities continue at the
new Dover High School project site. The Planning Staff continues to work with the Capital School District
and DelDOT regarding pedestrian safety concerns for the school project. The monthly coordination meeting
on the project was held on December 5, 2013. The sidewalk improvement project for the north side of Route
8 is progressing through the design process at DelDOT in preparation for easement acquisitions.
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Comprehensive Plan Amendments 2014
December 15th was the filing deadline for requests for Comprehensive Plan Amendments. A series of ad-
dendums to the text of the Comprehensive Plan are proposed. The Addendum relates to a number of ongo-
ing planning projects taking place during 2014. These projects include the following items: A. Central Do-
ver Community Plan with addendum to Chapter 11 – Housing and Community Development Plan; B.
Transportation Improvement District for the Route 13 and Bay Road Corridors with addendum to Chapter
9 - Transportation Plan; C. Citywide Parks and Recreation Needs Assessment; and D. Dover Transit Cen-
ter Neighborhood Plan. One request was also received for an amendment to the Map 12-1: Land Develop-
ment Plan. Planning Staff prepared a submission for PLUS Review of the Comprehensive Plan Amend-
ments 2014 (MI-14-01). PLUS Review will occur in late January and the amendments will begin the for-
mal review process including public hearings with the Planning Commission and City Council in February
and March 2014.
Garrison Energy Center (Master Plan S-12-03/ Phase 1 S-12-17)
The Planning Staff participates in weekly coordination conference calls with Calpine regarding the Garri-
son Energy Center project at 450 Garrison Oak Drive (Lot 7 of the Garrison Oak Technical Park). The Fi-
nal/Final Administrative Site Plan approval for the Garrison Energy Center Phase 1 was granted on Sep-
tember 6, 2013 subject to conditions of approval. Construction is underway with Foundation Building
Permits for the project continuing to be received for review and inspection. Planning Staff reviewed the
Building Permit for the Administration Building (#13-1608) on December 20 2013.
BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTIVITY
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment met on December 18, 2013. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Board of
Adjustment is scheduled for January 15, 2014. The following applications were considered.
V-13-05 Lands of Thomas J. Bugbee and Sherrill L. Brekke – Variance approval to allow the
house to be constructed at the 6-foot contour elevation line or greater provided that the finished first
floor elevation shall be at or above the base flood elevation based on the requirements of the City of
Dover Code, Chapter 50 and the requirements of the International Residential Code. The applicant
must provide the Board of Adjustment a copy of the deed showing the setback restrictions of 35 feet.
V-13-14 Lands of John Bashore– Application V-13-14 was tabled until the January 15, 2014 meeting
because the applicant failed to appear
V-13-15 Lands of Kathleen Davies – Variance approval to install a pre-built shed with a dimension
of 12ft x 14ft and thereby increasing the overall lot coverage limit to exceed 35% and with regard to
part 2 of the variance request to extend the driveway for additional parking be denied and to not in-
crease the lot coverage to 40%.
V-13-16 Lands of Harrington Properties LLC– Variance approval thereby permitting a reduction in
the number of off-street parking spaces from the required 178 to the requested 169.
V-13-17 Lands of Jerrie D. Stanstrom— Moved to amend the previous motion to hold another pub-
lic hearing because of the change in additional information that might be forthcoming.
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission did not meet on December 16, 2013. The next Historic District Com-
mission meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2014.
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Planning Commission
The Planning Commission met on December 18, 2013 and took the actions summarized listed below. The
next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for January 21, 2014.
US-13-02 Delaware Technical Community College Comprehensive Signage Plan –Approval of US-13
-02 Delaware Technical Community College Comprehensive Signage Plan for a gateway signage system
for the Terry Campus and to include all DAC comments.
MI-13-21 Request for Street Abandonment: Budd Street – Recommend approval to City Council of MI
-13-21 Request for Street Abandonment: Budd Street and to include all DAC comments.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
CDBG FY13 Projects
Contracts for FY13 projects have been executed and projects are underway.
Homeownership Assistance Program
CDBG funds will be used to provide settlement assistance to assist qualifying families purchase properties in
the City of Dover.
MHDC Homeowner Rehabilitation Program
CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate owner occupied homes in the City of Dover found in violation of the
City’s housing code. Two (2) homes have been completed.
Dover Interfaith Mission to the Homeless
CDBG funds will be used for operations cost for the shelter.
MHDC Emergency Home Repair Project
CDBG funds will be used to assist very low income homeowners with emergency repairs to eliminate severe
housing conditions that constitute health and safety hazards. Two (2) homes have been completed.
NCALL Research
CDBG funds were used for foreclosure prevention and pre-purchase homeownership counseling services for
ten (10) Dover residents.
Elizabeth W. Murphey School
CDBG funds will be used for minor renovations for one of the facilities that services children that are at risk
for homelessness. Replacement of the windows has been completed.
Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
The City was awarded $1,426,740 for the acquisition and rehab of foreclosed properties to be sold to qualify-
ing families. A total of $2,080,554 including program income has been expended on the acquisition and reno-
vations for 11 properties. Nine properties have been sold, one is a lease purchase and one is a rental that serves
persons with disabilities. Ten (10) first-time homebuyers have purchased homes through the NSP Settlement
Assistance Program.
218 Ann Avenue (sold) 337 N. Governors Avenue (sold)
343 Mimosa Avenue (sold) 254 Green Blade Drive (sold)
907 Woodcrest Avenue (sold) 302 Stone Brook Place (lease purchase)
1430 S. Hancock (group home rental) 11 Westover Drive (sold)
1415 S. Hancock (sold) 110 Thames Drive (sold)
4 Bennington Street (sold)
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Dangerous Buildings, Vacant Buildings & Demolitions
126 N. Ann Avenue – The owner is making repairs to the exterior of the property.
209 N. New Street – Owner has been granted an extension until January 15, 2014 to make repairs to the
home.
105 S. Queen Street—A residential Renovation Permit has been obtained and a re-inspection to the home
shows that work continues to be made as finances provide.
123 Blue Beach Drive—An asbestos survey was completed for the pool pump-house and no asbestos was
found. Sunnyfield Contractors have been awarded the contractor for the pool and pump house demoli-
tion.
142 Brandywine Drive—Owners have completed all repairs.
200 N. West Street—The owner has applied to the Board of Adjustment for a use variance pertaining to
the prohibition of residential uses in the M (Manufacturing Zone) so that he can make renovations to the
home.
67 S. Queen Street —Demolished by the City of Dover.
24 N. New Street —Demolished by the City of Dover.
106 Saulsbury Road —The owner of the property demolished the vacant structure.
650 Bay Road, Unit 19—The owners of the property made all repairs and the building is now in code
compliance.
101 S. Queen Street —The owner of the property was notified that he had until January 30, 2014 to
make repairs to the structure, and/or have it demolished, or the City of Dover would proceed with Demo-
lition.
27 N. New Street—Home was condemned as unfit for human occupancy with notice going to the owner
to make repairs by January 9, 2014, or the structure will be brought forward to Council as a dangerous
building.
Vacant Buildings—During the month of December, 30 additional buildings were registered as vacant,
and $6,000.00 in vacant building registration fees were collected.
67 S. Queen
Street prior to
demoli on
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Code Enforcement Activity—DECEMBER
Case Type # cases current # cases % staff ini ated % staff ini ated
month YTD current month YTD
No valid Rental Permit 1 155 100% 96%
No valid Building Permit 4 62 50% 90%
Tall grass and weeds 1 777 100% 79%
Unregistered vehicle 1 59 100% 90%
Abandoned vehicle 1 92 100% 86%
Annual Housing Inspec on 98 467 96% 89%
Property Maintenance – 41 643 61% 65%
Exterior
Electric Termina on 14 284 86% 96%
Dover Code of Ordinances 80 678 89% 80%
Zoning 14 144 86% 77%
Total Cases 255 3361
Total # of Inspec ons For 301
Month
24 N New
Street
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Fire Marshal’s Office, Building Inspections & Licensing Summary
LIFE SAFETY
Inspec ons DEC 13 FYTD 14 DEC 12 FYTD 13
Fire Protec on Inspec ons (New &
Exis ng) 100 660 36 171
Fire Code Inspec ons
50 726 164 894
Inspec on Deficiencies 35 430 37 196
Cer ficate of Occupancy
6 85 10 24
Accidental $1000 $148,450 $50.00 $450.00
Incendiary $0 $34,600.00 $100.00 $11,100.00
Undetermined $ $321,000.0 $150.00 $1150.00
PERMITTING AND LICENSING
Permits Issued
DEC 13 FYTD 14 DEC 12 FYTD 13
Administra ve Permit
1 6 1 14
Building Addi on/Renova on Permits
15 208 36 149
Building Permits
12 88 7 78
Demoli on Permits
3 28 1 23
Fence Permits 2 39 6 45
Fire Preven on Permits 6 54 17 50
Mechanical Permits
31 188 13 170
Plumbing Permits
17 163 30 178
Sign Permits 17 367 21 123
Swimming Pool Permits
0 6 0 10
Business Licenses
36 1288 19 929
Merchant Licenses
7 292 4 247
Contractor Licenses
19 819 39 618
Lodging House Licenses
5 7 30 31
Mobile Homes
5 294 39 200
Public Occupancy
27 58 155 185
Rental Dwelling 303 418 811 908
BUILDING INSPECTIONS
Inspec ons DEC 13 FYTD 14 DEC 12 FYTD 13
Building
219 1742 244 1,536
Plumbing/Mechanical
480 2014 456 1,785
Cer ficate of Occupancy 9 68 10 56
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Fire Marshal’s Office—At a Glance
Number of Fires Requiring FM Response for Number of Complaints – 5
December 2013 Two arrests for the month December. Incendiary fire was
started at Wesley College and one person was arrested for
4 Accidental Arson I and a second for Hindering Prosecu on. One person
0 Undetermined pled guilty to the Hindering charge and the other is awai ng
trial or a plea on the Arson charge.
3 Incendiary
20 hours of inves ga on me
Recreation Division
Enrollment Summary
December 2012 verses December 2013
800
FY 13
600
FY 14
400
200
0
General Recreation Spo rts Trip s Leagues
Category FY13 FY14
General Recrea on 273 318
Sports 59 110
Trips 113 86
Leagues 196 638
Camps Not Offered Not Offered
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Revenue Breakdown: December 2012 verses December 2013
General Recreation General Recreation
Sports Sports
Trips Trips
Leagues Leagues
Building & Field Rentals Building & Field Rentals
Camps Camps
General Recreation $1,631 General Recreation $1,441
Sports $660 Sports $1,020
Camps $0 Trips $735
Leagues $6,525
Trips $833
Building & Field Rentals $115
Leagues $3,995
Camps $0
Building & Field Rentals $0
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John W. Pitts Recreation Center – December 2013
Total Program Attendance Facility Usage By The Hour
1,000
800
600
400
200
0 Dec 12
Jan 13
Feb 13
Mar 13
Apr 13
May 13
June 13
July 13
Aug 13
Sept 13
Oct 13
Nov 13
Dec 13
** Program Attendance figures includes daily participants, parents and spectators in the facility.
Facility Usage By The Hour DEC 13 FYTD 14 DEC 12 FYTD 13
Open Gym 396.5 2566.5 414.5 2784.25
Fitness Classes 49.5 294.5 38 252
Leagues 115 268 91 217
Camps 0 555 0 49
Sports Classes 16 95.5 11 90
Meetings & Rentals 43 117.5 22 153.5
Enrichment Classes 23 52 25.5 41.5
Total Facility Usage Hours 643 3949 602 3587.25
Daily Program Attendance** NOV 13 FYTD 14 NOV 12 FYTD 13
Total 8,048 18,453 6,189 17,207
Open Gym 497 2,296 937 4,420
Fitness Classes 216 1,542 199 1,775
Leagues 5,595 9,495 3,920 7,175
Camps 0 1,308 0 254
Sports Classes 143 695 91 707
Meetings & Rentals 1,546 3,010 1,000 2,793
Enrichment Classes 51 108 42 82
Since our opening in late April 2008, we have had 282,625 guests at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.
December Open Gym Registrations and Packages Sold
Packages Sold: NOV. MTD YTD FYTD
Daily: 55 $ 102 239 $717
Individual Quarterly: 2 $ 30 10 $150
Individual Annual: 0 $0 1 $ 50
Family Quarterly: 1 $ 30 5 $ 120
Family Annual: 0 $ 0_ 0 __ $ 0___
Revenue: $162 $1,037
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CITY OF DOVER
FINANCE AND PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY DEPARTMENTS
DECEMBER 2013 - MONTHLY BUDGET REPORTS
LEASE 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
December 2013
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FINANCE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY13 YTD FY14 YTD
BANK TRENDS
Number of Deposits Made (Hand, ACH & Wire, Lockbox) 2,709 3,167
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 77,893,373 $ 64,661,693
PAYROLL
Hours % Amount Hours % Amount
Gross wages per registers 435,509 100.0% $ 10,404,304 423,595 100.0% $ 10,039,860
Wages and Hours Worked
Regular 358,757 82.4% $ 7,973,311 352,678 83.3% $ 7,649,911
All over time 21,977 5.0% $ 975,243 18,102 4.3% $ 759,890
Other Paid or Unpaid Wages and Hours
Vacation 25,124 5.8% $ 652,792 25,118 5.9% $ 664,547
Sick 10,050 2.3% $ 253,659 9,091 2.1% $ 235,559
Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout 10,581 2.4% $ 298,507 8,317 2.0% $ 252,386
Comp Time 4,652 1.1% $ 131,455 3,859 0.9% $ 109,686
Personal 506 0.1% $ 13,721 539 0.1% $ 15,017
Leave Without Pay 2,954 0.7% $ - 2,421 0.6% $ -
Other (description below) 909 0.2% $ 105,615 3,526 0.8% $ 352,864
Other includes: pay adjustments, military differential pay, committee meetings, worker compensation tracking/adjustments, etc.
Other Activity
Number of Pay Periods 13 13
Number of Payroll Checks & Direct Deposits Issued 4,731 4,669
Number of Pension Checks Issued 1,477 1,546
Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 8,538,846 $ 9,059,818
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Number of Check Vouchers 3,144 2,452
Number of EFT Vouchers 1,035 906
Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 44,432,249 $ 31,080,108
PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY ACTIVITY LEVELS
Contingency & Warehouse Stock Items on Hand with No Usage
$2,700,000
2400 $630
$2,600,000
2200
$2,500,000 $530
Total Dollar Value Total Line Items
2000
$2,400,000
$430
1800
Thousands
$2,300,000
1600 $330
$2,200,000
$2,100,000 1400
$230
$2,000,000 1200
$130
Total Dollar Value Total Line Items $30
Dec‐12 Jan‐13 Feb‐13 Mar‐13 Apr‐13 May‐13 Jun‐13 Jul‐13 Aug‐13 Sep‐13 Oct‐13 Nov‐13 Dec‐13
Value: $2,575,217 Line Items: 1,455 Ele ctric Water General
Electric: $603,227 Water: $56,799 General: $35,415
S toc k P urc ha se s by Fund
$350,000
$300,000
$250,000
Fuel Use
$200,000 Unleaded: 9,904.5 gallons
$ 15 0 , 0 0 0 Diesel: 6,541.5 gallons
$ 10 0 , 0 0 0
Total Cost: $ 47,578
$50,000
$0
De c Ja n Fe b Ma r Apr Ma y Jun Jul Aug S e p O c t Nov De c
12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 13
Ele c tric Wa te r G e ne ra l
Electric $ 55,416 Water $ 4,524 General $ 9,989
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
General Fund Summary
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ 3,455,200 $ 3,455,200 $ - $ 3,455,200 0.0%
Revenues
Court of Chancery Fees 863,200 863,200 400,800 462,400 46.4%
Fines & Police Revenues 1,316,000 1,316,000 544,878 771,122 41.4%
Franchise Fees 606,200 606,200 157,744 448,456 26.0%
Grants 623,500 623,500 71,000 552,500 11.4%
Intrafund Services 4,454,300 4,454,300 2,017,413 2,436,887 45.3%
Library & Recreation Revenues 599,600 599,600 334,180 265,420 55.7%
Licenses & Permits 2,627,500 2,627,500 1,995,757 631,743 76.0%
Property Taxes (Includes BID Revenue) (1) 11,169,500 11,169,500 11,056,488 113,012 99.0%
Miscellaneous Revenues 138,300 138,300 45,565 92,735 32.9%
Sanitation Revenues 2,676,500 2,676,500 1,299,947 1,376,553 48.6%
Garrison Farm Rent Revenue 118,500 118,500 28,892 89,608 24.4%
Transfers-In from Special Funds & Utilities
Municipal Street Aid Fund 527,400 527,400 - 527,400 0.0%
Civil Traffic Penalties 600,000 600,000 114,215 485,785 19.0%
Transfer Taxes 1,315,500 1,315,500 537,351 778,149 40.8%
Verizon, Contingency and CI Reserves 32,000 32,000 - 32,000 0.0%
Police Grants 110,000 110,000 32,481 77,519 29.5%
Water/Wastewater Fund 500,000 500,000 375,000 125,000 75.0%
Electric Fund 8,000,000 8,000,000 4,000,000 4,000,000 50.0%
Total Revenues 36,278,000 36,278,000 23,011,711 13,266,289 63.4%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 39,733,200 $ 39,733,200 $ 23,011,711 $ 16,721,489 57.9%
Expenditures
City Clerk & Council $ 442,200 $ 445,600 $ 214,148 $ 231,452 48.1%
Mayor, City Manager & Human Resources 874,900 883,200 462,984 420,216 52.4%
Police & Police Extra Duty 14,331,800 14,466,500 6,912,273 7,554,227 47.8%
Public Services 4,131,800 4,141,000 1,878,578 2,262,422 45.4%
Procurement & Inventory, Facilities Mgmt., Vehicle Maint. 1,870,900 1,872,500 816,917 1,055,583 43.6%
Planning & Inspections 2,045,600 2,052,900 1,049,351 1,003,549 51.1%
Finance, Info Tech & Customer Services 2,676,400 2,694,900 1,296,761 1,398,139 48.1%
Library & Recreation 2,038,600 2,047,500 960,551 1,086,949 46.9%
Fire Department 692,100 692,100 296,803 395,297 42.9%
Assessor 198,300 198,300 101,132 97,168 51.0%
Contribution to DDP 162,400 162,400 121,800 40,600 75.0%
Miscellaneous Grant Expense 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0%
Other Employment Expenses 400,000 208,100 - 208,100 0.0%
Insurance 658,900 658,900 152,859 506,041 23.2%
OPEB - Retiree’s Health Care Contribution 1,636,500 1,636,500 818,250 818,250 50.0%
Police Pension Trust Contribution - State Grant 500,000 500,000 70,000 430,000 14.0%
Appropriation to Employee Pension Fund - Unfunded Liability 1,466,500 1,466,500 1,176,725 289,775 80.2%
Street Lights 836,000 836,000 388,579 447,421 46.5%
Debt Service 557,300 557,300 538,486 18,814 96.6%
Provision for Uncollectible 10,000 10,000 10,000 - 100.0%
Transfers Out
Capital Projects Fund 1,278,300 1,278,300 958,725 319,575 75.0%
Total Expenditures 36,833,500 36,833,500 18,224,922 18,608,578 49.5%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 2,899,700 2,899,700 - 2,899,700 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 39,733,200 $ 39,733,200 $ 18,224,922 $ 21,508,278 45.9%
Reserve Balances
Contingency $ 723,600 $ 723,600 $ 736,632
(1) Property Taxes are the taxes billed and not cash received. The outstanding receivable balance as of 12/31/13 is $427,953
as compared to $491,189 in December 2012.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water (unaudited) $ 770,800 $ 770,800 $ - $ 770,800 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater (unaudited) $ 412,600 $ 412,600 $ - $ 412,600 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Kent County Treatment (unaudited) $ 141,600 $ 141,600 $ - $ 141,600 0.0%
1,325,000 1,325,000 - 1,325,000 0.0%
Revenues
Water Fees 4,730,700 4,730,700 2,321,699 2,409,001 49.1%
Wastewater Fees 3,642,700 3,642,700 1,825,352 1,817,348 50.1%
Kent County Treatment Fees 2,980,300 2,980,300 1,503,077 1,477,223 50.4%
Ground Water Inflow Adjustment 1,324,600 1,324,600 674,723 649,877 50.9%
Water Tank Leases 333,800 333,800 146,194 187,606 43.8%
Miscellaneous Service Fee 105,100 82,000 34,238 47,762 41.8%
Impact Fees - Water 357,000 357,000 90,475 266,525 25.3%
Impact Fees - Wastewater 323,000 323,000 82,022 240,978 25.4%
Total Revenues 13,797,200 13,797,200 6,677,780 7,119,420 48.4%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 15,122,200 $ 15,122,200 $ 6,677,780 $ 8,444,420 44.2%
Expenses
Water/Wastewater Operating Divisions
Engineering & Inspection $ 664,400 $ 667,900 $ 157,669 $ 510,231 23.6%
Water 433,900 436,900 219,798 217,102 50.3%
Water Treatment Plant 1,501,800 1,507,800 661,362 846,438 43.9%
Wastewater 945,100 946,000 380,679 565,321 40.2%
Construction 351,400 352,200 125,794 226,406 35.7%
Kent County Treatment 3,524,800 3,524,800 1,589,289 1,935,511 45.1%
Intrafund Service Fees 1,233,400 1,233,400 592,039 641,361 48.0%
Pension Unfunded Liability 339,400 339,400 254,550 84,850 75.0%
OPEB - Retiree's Health Care Contributions 200,000 200,000 150,000 50,000 75.0%
Debt Service 1,019,500 1,019,500 555,630 463,870 54.5%
Other Employment Expenses 25,000 10,800 - 10,800 0.0%
Transfers Out -
General Fund 500,000 500,000 375,000 125,000 75.0%
Water I & E Fund 1,200,000 1,200,000 600,000 600,000 50.0%
Wastewater I & E Fund 1,330,000 1,330,000 665,000 665,000 50.0%
Total Expenses 13,268,700 13,268,700 6,326,810 6,941,890 47.7%
Budget Balances
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 1,056,400 1,050,450 - 1,050,450 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - WW 797,100 803,050 - 803,050 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 1,853,500 1,853,500 - 1,853,500 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 15,122,200 $ 15,122,200 $ 6,326,810 $ 8,795,390 41.8%
Reserve Balances
Contingency-Water $ 105,600 $ 105,600 $ 104,485
Contingency-Wastewater $ 191,500 $ 191,500 $ 188,936
Impact Fee Reserve - Sewer NO BUDGET NO BUDGET $ 3,767,731
Impact Fee Reserve - Water NO BUDGET NO BUDGET $ 199,693
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.20) 3.99 3.99 4.26
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
Electric Revenue Fund Summary
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ 7,152,400 $ 7,152,400 $ - $ 7,152,400 0.0%
Revenues
Sales to Customers 76,286,700 76,286,700 40,064,005 36,222,695 52.5%
Utility Tax 1,492,200 1,492,200 661,364 830,836 44.3%
Weyandt Hall Rents 251,000 251,000 69,327 181,673 27.6%
Miscellaneous Revenues 737,800 737,800 330,014 407,786 44.7%
Interest Earned 119,400 119,400 (318) 119,718 -0.3%
Transfer from Rate Stabilization 4,000,000 4,000,000 3,000,000 1,000,000 75.0%
Intrafund Service Receipts Water/Wastewater 98,500 98,500 50,506 47,994 51.3%
Total Revenues 82,985,600 82,985,600 44,174,898 38,810,702 53.2%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 90,138,000 $ 90,138,000 $ 44,174,898 $ 45,963,102 49.0%
Expenses
Power Supply & Generation
Hedged Energy $ 23,832,000 $ 23,832,000 $ 16,144,150 $ 7,687,850 67.7%
Power Supply Management 996,000 996,000 498,000 498,000 50.0%
Capacity Charges 15,787,200 15,787,200 8,093,027 7,694,173 51.3%
Dover Sun Park Energy 1,565,800 1,565,800 788,934 776,866 50.4%
Solar Renewal Energy Credits 300,000 300,000 149,722 150,278 49.9%
PJM Charges - Energy 12,812,900 12,812,900 4,259,269 8,553,631 33.2%
PJM Charges - Transmission & Fees 4,740,000 4,740,000 3,744,893 995,107 79.0%
Total Power Supply 60,033,900 60,033,900 33,677,995 26,355,905 56.1%
Plant Operations 6,015,800 6,015,800 2,463,494 3,552,306 41.0%
Generation Fuels - - 919,951 (919,951) 0.0%
Capacity Credits (15,079,800) (15,079,800) (7,889,000) (7,190,800) 52.3%
PJM Spot Market Energy (230,500) (230,500) (151,172) (79,328) 65.6%
PJM Credits (397,000) (397,000) (1,916,940) 1,519,940 482.9%
Total Generation (9,691,500) (9,691,500) (6,573,667) (3,117,833) 67.8%
Total Power Supply & Plant 50,342,400 50,342,400 27,104,328 23,238,072 53.8%
Electric Operating Divisions:
Transmission/Distribution 3,302,500 3,312,200 1,411,569 1,900,631 42.6%
Electrical Engineering 1,192,200 1,194,500 480,888 713,612 40.3%
Administration 597,000 597,800 173,967 423,833 29.1%
Meter Reading 220,300 221,900 112,914 108,986 50.9%
Systems Operations 543,600 553,500 281,060 272,440 50.8%
Intrafund Services 3,319,400 3,319,400 1,475,880 1,843,520 44.5%
Utility Tax 1,492,200 1,492,200 661,364 830,836 44.3%
OPEB - Retirees Health Care Contribution 513,300 513,300 384,975 128,325 75.0%
Pension Trust Contribution - Unfunded liability 1,314,200 1,314,200 985,650 328,550 75.0%
Interest on Deposits 27,000 27,000 11,810 15,190 43.7%
Green Energy Payment to DEMEC 135,800 135,800 66,935 68,865 49.3%
Accounts Receivable Write-Offs 200,000 200,000 200,000 - 100.0%
Other Employee Expenses 150,000 125,700 - 125,700 0.0%
Contractual Services RFP's 100,000 100,000 100 99,900 0.1%
Debt Service 3,301,900 3,301,900 1,702,768 1,599,132 51.6%
Transfers Out:
General Fund 8,000,000 8,000,000 4,000,000 4,000,000 50.0%
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund 5,448,600 5,448,600 2,724,300 2,724,300 50.0%
Total Expenses 81,176,100 81,176,100 42,510,283 38,665,817 52.4%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 8,961,900 8,961,900 - 8,961,900 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 90,138,000 $ 90,138,000 $ 42,510,283 $ 47,627,717 47.2%
Reserve Balances
Contingency Reserve $ 826,500 $ 826,500 $ 817,173
Insurance Reserve $ 739,000 $ 739,000 $ 735,686
Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 13,644,000 $ 13,644,000 $ 14,439,271
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.25) 1.97 3.34 1.88
Megawatt Hours Sold & Purchased
Sales to Customers MWh (excluding Street Light MWh) 712,675 712,675 372,627
Sales per MWh $ 107.04 $ 107.04 $ 107.52
Purchased/Generated MWh 725,818 725,818 394,111
All In MWh Supply & Generation $ 69.36 $ 69.36 $ 68.77
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
General Capital Project Fund Summary
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Projects (unaudited) $ 241,200 $ 2,801,800 $ - $ 2,801,800 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Library (unaudited) $ (74,700) $ 256,500 $ - $ 256,500 0.0%
Revenues
State Grant - Other 15,000 15,000 - 15,000 0.0%
Interest Earnings - - 8,946 (8,946) 0.0%
Income from Sale of Assets - - 14,288 (14,288) 0.0%
Transfer from Community Transportation Fund - 60,500 - 60,500 0.0%
Transfer from General Fund for Projects 1,278,300 1,278,300 958,725 319,575 75.0%
Contractor Contributions - 264,800 - 264,800 0.0%
Transfer from Parkland Reserve 95,000 80,000 - 80,000 0.0%
MSA Capital Contribution - 251,200 - 251,200 0.0%
Subtotal Revenues 1,388,300 1,949,800 981,959 967,841
State Grant - Library - 150,000 108,044 41,956 72.0%
Library Capital Pledges - 5,000 7,500 (2,500) 150.0%
Subtotal Library Project Receipts - 155,000 115,544 39,456 74.5%
Total Revenues 1,388,300 2,104,800 1,097,503 1,007,297 52.1%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenue $ 1,554,800 $ 5,163,100 $ 1,097,503 $ 4,065,597 21.3%
Expenditures
Fire $ 238,500 $ 238,500 $ 238,515 $ (15) 100.0%
Grounds Maintenance 50,100 50,100 30,249 19,851 60.4%
Library - 411,500 73,428 338,072 17.8%
Recreation 95,000 95,000 - 95,000 0.0%
Code Enforcement 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0%
Police 257,300 363,300 198,774 164,526 54.7%
Streets 251,500 3,395,700 475,462 2,920,238 14.0%
Sanitation 402,100 402,100 - 402,100 0.0%
Information Technology 7,000 7,000 - 7,000 0.0%
Facilities Management 17,800 17,800 - 17,800 0.0%
Procurement & Inventory 55,000 55,000 - 55,000 0.0%
Total Expenditures 1,404,300 5,066,000 1,016,428 4,049,572 20.1%
Budget Balance - Projects 150,500 97,100 - 97,100 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 1,554,800 $ 5,163,100 $ 1,016,428 $ 4,146,672 19.7%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement Reserve $ 512,000 $ 512,000 $ 509,137
Parkland/Recreation $ 110,000 $ 110,000 $ 203,646
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water (unaudited) $ 1,620,000 $ 4,473,800 $ - $ 4,473,800 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater (unaudited) $ 660,900 $ 2,807,000 $ - $ 2,807,000 0.0%
Revenues
Bond Proceeds - Water - 3,000,000 3,000,000 - 100.0%
Bond Proceeds - Wastewater - 1,067,900 1,005,960 61,940 94.2%
State Loan-Wastewater 2011 - 62,000 - 62,000 0.0%
Arbitrage Rebate - IRS Refund - 66,000 62,000 4,000 93.9%
Income from Sale of Assets - - 4,343 (4,343) 0.0%
Interest Earned 25,000 25,000 22,905 2,095 91.6%
Transfer from Operating Fund for Water 1,200,000 1,233,200 600,000 633,200 48.7%
Transfer from Operating Fund for Wastewater 1,330,000 1,330,000 665,000 665,000 50.0%
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve - Water 390,000 390,000 - 390,000 0.0%
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve - Wastewater - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000 0.0%
Total Revenues 2,945,000 8,174,100 5,360,208 2,813,892 65.6%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 5,225,900 $ 15,454,900 $ 5,360,208 $ 10,094,692 34.7%
Expenses
Water $ 1,476,800 $ 7,499,700 $ 539,305 $ 6,960,395 7.2%
Wastewater 1,251,000 5,252,400 214,183 5,038,217 4.1%
Water Construction 90,000 90,000 - 90,000 0.0%
Total Expenses 2,817,800 12,842,100 753,488 12,088,612 5.9%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 1,655,700 1,552,800 - 1,552,800 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Wastewater 752,400 1,060,000 - 1,060,000 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 2,408,100 2,612,800 - 2,612,800 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 5,225,900 $ 15,454,900 $ 753,488 $ 14,701,412 4.9%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement - Water $ 513,000 $ 513,000 $ 507,264
Capital Asset Replacement - Wastewater $ 512,300 $ 512,300 $ 506,104
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ 3,091,000 $ 3,980,200 $ - $ 3,980,200 0.0%
Revenues
Interest Earnings 25,200 25,200 7,520 17,680 29.8%
Transfer from Electric Revenue Fund 5,448,600 4,918,600 2,724,300 2,194,300 55.4%
General Service Billing 440,000 440,000 107,912 332,088 24.5%
Total Revenues 5,913,800 5,383,800 2,854,161 2,529,639 53.0%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 9,004,800 $ 9,364,000 $ 2,854,161 $ 6,509,839 30.5%
Expenses
Electric Generation $ 2,117,800 $ 2,130,000 $ 186,164 $ 1,943,836 8.7%
Transmission/Distribution 1,100,000 1,144,600 119,134 1,025,466 10.4%
Electrical Engineering 2,405,800 2,627,500 669,307 1,958,193 25.5%
Total Expenses 5,623,600 5,902,100 974,605 4,927,495 16.5%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 3,381,200 3,461,900 - 3,461,900 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 9,004,800 $ 9,364,000 $ 974,605 $ 8,389,395 10.4%
Reserve Balances
Depreciation Reserve $ 9,977,100 $ 9,977,100 $ 9,891,249
Future Capacity Reserve $ 10,131,400 $ 10,131,400 $ 10,040,271
City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
Community Transportation Improvement Fund
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Revenue 500,000 500,000 (2) 500,002 0.0%
Interest Earned 500 500 229 271 45.8%
Total Revenues 500,500 500,500 227 500,273 0.0%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 500,500 $ 500,500 $ 227 $ 500,273 0.0%
Expenses
Program Expenses - Del Dot $ 500,000 $ 500,000 $ 359,306 $ 140,694 71.9%
Total Expenses 500,000 500,000 359,306 140,694 71.9%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 500 500 - 500 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 500,500 $ 500,500 $ 359,306 $ 141,194 71.8%
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
Police Grant Funds
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ 100 $ 100 $ - $ 100 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 413,000 413,000 121,193 291,807 29.3%
Interest Earned - - 453 (453) 0.0%
Total Revenues 413,000 413,000 121,646 291,354 29.5%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 413,100 $ 413,100 $ 121,646 $ 291,454 29.4%
Expenses
Program Expenses/Supplies $ 191,000 $ 191,000 $ 43,677 $ 147,323 22.9%
Computer Hardware 60,000 60,000 17,875 42,125 29.8%
Telephone/Fax 15,000 15,000 7,307 7,693 48.7%
Training/Conference/Food/Travel 36,000 36,000 - 36,000 0.0%
Consulting/Audit Fees 1,000 1,000 - 1,000 0.0%
Contractual services - - 3,272 (3,272) 0.0%
Operating Transfers - Out 110,000 110,000 32,481 77,519 29.5%
Total Expenses 413,000 413,000 104,612 308,388 25.3%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 100 100 - 100 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 413,100 $ 413,100 $ 104,612 $ 308,488 25.3%
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
Library Grant Fund
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 270,100 270,100 139,184 130,916 51.5%
Total Revenues 270,100 270,100 139,184 130,916 51.5%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 270,100 $ 270,100 $ 139,184 $ 130,916 51.5%
Expenses
Program Expenses/Supplies-State Grants $ 28,000 $ 28,000 $ 7,249 $ 20,751 25.9%
Program Expenses/Supplies-Federal Grants - - 2,500 (2,500) 0.0%
Office Supplies 24,000 24,000 10,915 13,085 45.5%
Printing/Duplicating 8,900 8,900 2,740 6,160 30.8%
Postage 100 100 33 67 33.0%
Books 124,900 124,900 18,401 106,499 14.7%
Furniture 4,700 4,700 3,590 1,110 76.4%
Audio Visual Supplies 74,000 74,000 25,734 48,266 34.8%
Training/Conference/Food/Travel 3,500 3,500 210 3,290 6.0%
Office Equipment/Repairs & Maintenance 2,000 2,000 1,811 189 90.6%
Total Expenses 270,100 270,100 73,183 196,917 27.1%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - - - - 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 270,100 $ 270,100 $ 73,183 $ 196,917 27.1%
City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
CJC Grants/Aid
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 31,800 31,800 5,540 26,260 17.4%
Total Revenues 31,800 31,800 5,540 26,260 17.4%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 31,800 $ 31,800 $ 5,540 $ 26,260 17.4%
Expenses
Contractual Services $ 31,800 $ 31,800 $ 5,540 $ 26,260 17.4%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - - - - 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 31,800 $ 31,800 $ 5,540 $ 26,260 17.4%
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
CDBG Fund
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 244,800 244,800 13,656 231,144 5.6%
Interest Earnings - - 22 (22) 0.0%
Total Revenues 244,800 244,800 13,678 231,122 5.6%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 244,800 $ 244,800 $ 13,678 $ 231,122 5.6%
Expenses
Current Year Closing Cost/Down Payment Program $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ - $ 40,000 0.0%
Current year Dover Interfaith Ministry 27,500 27,500 7,273 20,227 26.4%
Current Year MHDC Emergency Home Repair 40,000 40,000 - 40,000 0.0%
Current Year Elizabeth W Murphy School 39,700 39,700 25,716 13,984 64.8%
Current Year NCALL Research Inc. 8,900 8,900 - 8,900 0.0%
Current Year Milford Housing H/O Rehabilitation 39,700 39,700 - 39,700 0.0%
Current Year Salaries 49,000 49,000 5,929 43,071 12.1%
NSP Expense - - 68,880 (68,880) 0.0%
Total Expenses 244,800 244,800 107,798 137,002 44.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - - - - 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 244,800 $ 244,800 $ 107,798 $ 137,002 44.0%
City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – December 2013
After School Program/Substance Abuse Prevention Fund
Revised 50%
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (unaudited) $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Received 55,630 55,630 22,837 32,793 41.1%
Recreation Revenue 33,000 33,000 8,298 24,702 25.1%
Total Revenues 88,630 88,630 31,135 57,495 35.1%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 88,630 $ 88,630 $ 31,135 $ 57,495 35.1%
Expenses
Temporary Help/Benefits $ 33,000 $ 33,000 $ 13,896 $ 19,104 42.1%
Program Expenses/Supplies 55,630 55,630 14,457 41,173 26.0%
Total Expenses 88,630 88,630 28,353 60,277 32.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - - - - 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 88,630 $ 88,630 $ 28,353 $ 60,277 32.0%
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Monthly Report
December 2013
Economic Development Office
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2013_12 Economic Development
Calpine Weekly Conference Calls
Meeting with Barron Marketing to discuss marketing program for Garrison Tract
Meeting with owners of The Greene Turtle to discuss temporary certificate of occupancy
Confirmed visit with Mayor Carey and Congressman Carney at Proctor & Gamble
Provided Costar additional information regarding Garrison Tract
Calculated impact fee waiver for The Greene Turtle
Attended Parking Committee Meeting
Discussed changes in Uzin Utz agreement with City Manager and Nick Rodriguez
Provided written changes in Uzin Utz agreement to our attorney
Discussed necessary changes to Chesapeake Utilities agreement with staff at Chesapeake
Discussed constraints of agricultural lease with Public Works Director
Met with Compliance Environmental to discuss future DNREC monitoring at Chesapeake Supply
Attended Kent County is Open for Business
Attended Pre-Bid Meeting with city staff and potential contractors for infrastructure
improvements at Garrison Oak Technology Park
Met with Dr. Casson from Delaware State University to discuss Comprehensive Economic
Development Strategy with regard to US Economic Development Agency (USEDA)
Attended Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meeting
Met with Bernice Whalley from DEDO to discuss next steps for revitalizing Comprehensive
Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)
Revised easement agreement between Calpine and the City for Lots 6 & 7 at Garrison Oak
Technical Park
Provided Chesapeake Utilities with projected annual gas consumption of Uzin Utz
Attended LEADS meeting at R&R Commercial Realty
Budget meeting with Mayor and Economic Development staff
Conference call with Kirk Betts and City Manager to discuss the easements and the
compensation amount for the easements with Calpine
Provided information to Congressman Carney’s office including the Agenda and background
business information for Proctor & Gamble visit
Requested from Kirk Betts “Ancillary Rights” clarifications in the ground lease between City of
Dover and Calpine
Discussed the potential with Calpine for a “Meet & Greet” with representatives from Calpine
and the City regarding power purchase agreement
Attended soft opening of The Greene Turtle
Attended site visit at Proctor & Gamble with Mayor Carey, Congressman Carney and his staff
Contacted and discussed with Office of Management and Budget potential payment from the
Westside Redevelopment Grant for demolition expenses at former Chesapeake Supply site
Attended Minority Business Advisory Council Meeting hosted by the Delmarva Black Chamber of
Commerce
Attended the Annual Meeting of the Delaware Health Facilities Authority
Attended the DDP Economic Development Committee meeting
Provided the Greater Kent Committee an update for their Economic Development Roundtable
Attended Kent County Tourism Board of Directors Meeting
Discussed with the attorney for Uzin Utz wording to protect the City of Dover regarding transfer
of property to Uzin Utz
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Measures:
1 Maintain an unemployment rate for the City of Dover that is lower than national and
state averages
2011-2012 Actual 2012-2013 Actual 2013 - 2014 Projected
Results <10% unemployment rate in < 10% unemployment rate in <10% unemployment rate in
June 2012 June 2013 June 2014
8.2% - US Rate 7.6% - US Rate 6.7 % - US Rate
6.8 % - DE Rate 7.3% - DE Rate 6.2 % - DE Rate
8.6% - City of Dover Rate 9.8% - City of Dover Rate 7.1% - City of Dover Rate
June 2012 – Actual June 2013 Actual December 2013 Actual
2 Monitor number of contacts with small businesses and with out-of-town companies
interested in locating in Dover
2011-2012 Actual 2012-2013 Actual 2013 - 2014 Projected
Results ≥20 contacts with potential >20 contacts with potential >20 contacts with potential
small businesses; small businesses; small businesses;
10 contacts YTD 18 Contacts YTD 8 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
9 Contacts YTD 7 Contacts YTD 8 Contacts YTD
2013_12 Economic Development (Perez)
Provided technical assistance to eight (8) prospective small business individuals on overall
business development within the City of Dover and the Downtown Dover Business District
Provided technical assistance to four (4) prospective small business individuals on locating
available space within the City of Dover and Downtown Business District to lease
Provided technical assistance to one (1) pre-approved small business owner (applicant) in
preparing, completing and submitting small business loan application for processing
Disseminated via email, DDP website and Facebook Small Business Development workshops
provided by DE Office of Supplier Diversity - Vendor Day Workshop held on December 11th
Disseminated via email, DDP website and Facebook information to our network partners about
special events for the Business Community in Dover
Represented the ED Office at the Kent County Open for Business Forum on December 5th
Represented the ED Office at the Delaware Main Street Idea Exchange Quarterly Managers
Meeting on December 16th
Represented the ED Office at the Delaware/Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce Minority
Business Advisory Meeting on December 17th
2013_12 Downtown Dover Partnership (Perez)
Coordinated/implemented all the necessary logistics for a series of Special Events occurred
during this reporting period which included;
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Home for the Holidays Event
Winter Wonderland Project
Capital Holiday Celebration
Shop Small Business Saturday
Home for the Holidays Parade
First Friday in December
Downtown Annual Coat Drive Program
Downtown Annual Coupon Discount Program
Worked with the DDP Executive Director to complete Partnership’s 2013 Annual Report
Supported the DDP Executive Director on the development of program’s new Website Final
Phase.
Worked with the DDP Executive Director and the Marketing Committee on the coordination of
Holiday Events.
Partnered with the DDP Executive Director and DEDO to provide Technical Assistance on
obtaining permits and licenses to the selected POP-UP Project candidate at 138 W. Loockerman
Street.
Assisted Design Committee with Logistics of the2013 Community Art Project Reception/Auction
Continued working with the Design Committee on collecting needed materials for the creation
of the Façade Report-Final Phase.
Coordinated a series of Photo-Ops and Media releases regarding all the special events during
this report period
Coordinated recruitment and supervision of volunteers necessary to assist the office with
facilitating all the special events during this reporting period
Assisted the DDP Executive Director with disseminating information regarding the Holiday trash
collection schedule and free parking for December 2013 and January 2014
Provided forty-three (43) hours of Technical Assistance regarding promotions and marketing
strategies to fifty-nine downtown merchants
Facilitated development of MOU between the DDP and Celtic Bank (US SBA Bank Provider) as a
resource partner
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Dover Fire
Department
FIRE REPORT
December 2013
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Date Range: From 12/1/2013 to 12/31/2013
Incident Type Report (Summary)
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
1 Fire
113 Cooking fire, confined to container 6 6.25% $0 0.00%
116 Fuel burner/boiler malfunction, fire confined 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
150 Outside rubbish fire, other 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
154 Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
Totals 11 11.46% $0 0.00%
2 Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat(no fire)
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
3 Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incident
300 Rescue, EMS incident, other 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
311 Medical assist, assist EMS crew 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
322 Motor vehicle accident with injuries 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
324 Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
350 Extrication, rescue, other 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
352 Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
Totals 10 10.42% $0 0.00%
4 Hazardous Condition (No Fire)
400 Hazardous condition, other 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
411 Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 6 6.25% $0 0.00%
440 Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
442 Overheated motor 2 2.08% $0 0.00%
Totals 15 15.63% $0 0.00%
5 Service Call
500 Service Call, other 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
550 Public service assistance, other 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
553 Public service 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
571 Cover assignment, standby, moveup 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
Totals 6 6.25% $0 0.00%
6 Good Intent Call
600 Good intent call, other 16 16.67% $0 0.00%
611 Dispatched & canceled en route 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
651 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
652 Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
671 HazMat release investigation w/no HazMat 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
Totals 24 25.00% $0 0.00%
7 False Alarm & False Call
700 False alarm or false call, other 4 4.17% $0 0.00%
710 Malicious, mischievous false call, other 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
730 System malfunction, other 6 6.25% $0 0.00%
733 Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
735 Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 2 2.08% $0 0.00%
736 CO detector activation due to malfunction 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
740 Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 2 2.08% $0 0.00%
741 Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
743 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 8 8.33% $0 0.00%
Date: 1/15/2014 Page: 1
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Date Range: From 12/1/2013 to 12/31/2013
Incident Type Report (Summary)
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
744 Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 1 1.04% $0 0.00%
745 Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 3 3.13% $0 0.00%
Totals 30 31.25% $0 0.00%
8 Severe Weather & Natural Disaster
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
9 Special Incident Type
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
Totals 96 $0
Date: 1/15/2014 Page: 2
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
December 2013
Type Date Num Name Memo Clr Split Amount Balance
Ordinary Income/Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Check 12/22/2013 1006 Witmer Public Safety Invoice # 1514666 City Fund Account 183.85 183.85
Check 12/29/2013 1011 RJS Repair Chief's Vehicle- brakes, oil change City Fund Account 708.33 892.18
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance 892.18 892.18
Electricity
Check 12/14/2013 999 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44343-32052 (Sta 1) City Fund Account 2,335.25 2,335.25
Check 12/14/2013 999 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44255-31966 (Sta 2) City Fund Account 465.18 2,800.43
Total Electricity 2,800.43 2,800.43
Heating Expenses- Gas
Check 12/14/2013 998 Chesapeake Utilities Acct # 01-300566-14195-1- (Sta 2 from 10/2 City Fund Account 147.73 147.73
Check 12/14/2013 998 Chesapeake Utilities Acct # 01-72348-3180-1- (Sta 1 from 11/05 t City Fund Account 1,177.55 1,325.28
Total Heating Expenses- Gas 1,325.28 1,325.28
Office Supplies
Check 12/29/2013 1009 Staples Advantage Printer Cartridges for Cheif's Admin City Fund Account 139.30 139.30
Total Office Supplies 139.30 139.30
Program Expenses
Check 12/14/2013 1000 The Trophy Man Name tags for lockers City Fund Account 175.00 175.00
Check 12/22/2013 1006 Witmer Public Safety Invoice # 1514942 City Fund Account 256.31 431.31
Check 12/22/2013 1007 Wayside Body Shop Repairs to Engine 6 City Fund Account 4,390.17 4,821.48
Total Program Expenses 4,821.48 4,821.48
Radio Repairs
Check 12/22/2013 1005 Magnum Fire Siren repair-04/17/13 City Fund Account 442.50 442.50
Total Radio Repairs 442.50 442.50
Small Tools
Check 12/14/2013 1002 Townsend Bros. Chevrolet Spare key for Chiefs Vehicle City Fund Account 29.82 29.82
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
December 2013
Type Date Num Name Memo Clr Split Amount Balance
Check 12/15/2013 1003 Imprints Label & Decal Equipment labels City Fund Account 315.00 344.82
Check 12/22/2013 1004 Kunkel Auto Supply Invoice # 056433057 City Fund Account 14.94 359.76
Total Small Tools 359.76 359.76
Uniforms
Check 12/29/2013 1008 Tim Onushco Printing Dispatcher Uniform Shirts City Fund Account 355.00 355.00
Check 12/29/2013 1010 Charles Boyer Officers badges City Fund Account 278.80 633.80
Total Uniforms 633.80 633.80
Water/Sewer
Check 12/14/2013 999 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44345-32054 (Sta 1) City Fund Account 49.25 49.25
Check 12/14/2013 999 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44341-32050 (Sta 1) City Fund Account 11.54 60.79
Check 12/14/2013 999 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44253-31964 (Sta 2) City Fund Account 11.54 72.33
Check 12/14/2013 1001 Sharp Water Culligan Invoice # 485824 City Fund Account 20.00 92.33
Check 12/14/2013 1001 Sharp Water Culligan Invoice # 486250 City Fund Account 125.00 217.33
Total Water/Sewer 217.33 217.33
11,632.06 11,632.06
Net Ordinary Income -11,632.06 -11,632.06
-11,632.06 -11,632.06
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FY 12-13 City Funded Account Balance Sheet
ACCOUNT BUDGET SPENT BALANCE
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance $ 67,000.00 $ 61,059.28 $ 5,940.72
Building Maintenace Supplies $ 1,650.00 $ 1,650.00
Contractual Services $ 16,587.00 $ 16,587.00
Electricity $ 51,820.00 $ 21,016.50 $ 30,803.50
Gasoline $ 19,050.00 $ 9,905.55 $ 9,144.45
Heating Expenses- Gas $ 20,000.00 $ 2,406.09 $ 17,593.91
Medical Supplies $ 700.00 $ 700.00
Office Supplies $ 2,500.00 $ 322.93 $ 2,177.07
Other Equipment Repairs $ 4,000.00 $ 1,337.63 $ 2,662.37
Program Expenses $ 36,630.00 $ 19,961.23 $ 16,668.77
Radio Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 1,148.50 $ 851.50
Safety & Security $ 2,150.00 $ 149.65 $ 2,000.35
Small Tools $ 4,800.00 $ 937.70 $ 3,862.30
Telephone $ 13,340.00 $ 3,257.68 $ 10,082.32
Training & Travel $ 8,815.00 $ 4,928.50 $ 3,886.50
Uniforms & Firefighting Gear $ 27,100.00 $ 1,544.15 $ 25,555.85
Water/ Sewer $ 3,150.00 $ 1,462.45 $ 1,687.55
Balance as of: 12/31/13
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Time Period From 1/1/2013 to 12/31/2013
Alarms by Month of Year
Dover Fire Department
Month Totals
January 89
Febuary 71
March 79
April 81
May 98
June 87
July 93
August 93
September 85
October 101
November 72
December 96
No Date 0
Total Calls 1,045
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Dover Police Department
Monthly Report
To
Mayor and City Council
“To Protect and Serve”
December 2013
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January 24, 2013
Honorable Carleton E. Carey, Sr., Mayor
Members of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Carey and Council Members:
The following is the monthly report for Dover Police Department activities for the month of December 2013:
COMPLAINTS
Total complaints received through December 31st, numbered 35,678. This is a decrease of 380 complaints over the
same time period last year.
40,000
39,000 36,058
38,000 35,678
37,000 34,783
36,000 33,692
35,000
34,000
33,000
32,000
31,000
30,000 28,440
29,000
28,000
27,000
26,000
25,000
24,000
23,000
22,000
21,000
20,000
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
CRIMINAL
INVESTIGATIONS
25
Cases Reported in
20 December
15 Cases Cleared in
December
9
10 5 6 4 Cases Cleared
5 1 3 3 from Previous
0 0 Months
0
Burglary Robbery Rape
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Report to Mayor and Council
December 2013
Page 3
COMMUNITY POLICING/QUALITY OF LIFE SECTION
ENFORCEMENT ACTION Contacts
ABANDONED VEHICLES 0
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS/DUI’S 7
ASSIST OTHER 0
WARRANTS ON FILE 1
BIKE ON SIDEWALK 0
CITY PARK VIOLATIONS 0
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 6
DRUG RELATED ARRESTS 5
LOUD MUSIC 0
MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS 9
PARKING VIOLATIONS 12
PEDDLER 0
MEETINGS 152
PROSTITUTION 0
COLLECTION OF DELINQUENT 1
DCO’S
WANTED CHECKS/CPC’S 10
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 11
WARNINGS 5
FUGITIVE 3
TOTAL CONTACTS 222
TRAFFIC ARRESTS
22,000 20,469
21,000 19,969
The department issued 16,954 traffic citations 19,197
20,000
through this reporting period. This is an increase 19,000 16,954
of 899 citations over the number issued during the 18,000
17,000 16,055
same period last year.
16,000
15,000
14,000
13,000
12,000
11,000
10,000
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
TRAFFIC CRASHES
1,986 1,989
2,000 1,910 1,872
Through December 31, 2013, Dover Police 1,805
investigated 1,989 traffic crashes. This is an 1,900
1,800
increase of 3 crashes investigated during the same 1,700
period last year. 1,600
1,500
1,400
1,300
1,200
1,100
1,000
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
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Report to Mayor and Council
December 2013
Page 4
911 CENTER
During the month of December, the Dover Police
Department handled a total of 8,509 calls
24% averaging 275calls per day. Dispatchers handled
2,078 calls on the 911 wireless lines, 622 calls on
the 911 landlines, and 152 calls on the Voice Over
911 Wireless Internet Protocol lines, the remaining 5,657 were
911 Landline administrative calls.
7% VolP
67% 2% Administrative
CITY ORDINANC E SUMMONS
8,216 8,599 8,268
Through December 31st, we issued 7,564 8,700
8,500
8,300 7,564
City ordinance summons, an increase of 8,100
7,900 7,312
7,700
7,500
252 summonses over the same period last 7,300
7,100
6,900
year. *Note: Of those summonses issued 6,700
6,500 5,739
6,300
in November, 13 DCO’s were issued for 6,100
5,900 5,439 5,555
5,700
5,500 5,283
handicapped parking violations, 10 for 5,300 4,762
5,100
4,900
fire lane parking violations, 72 for false 4,700
4,500
4,300
alarms (0, for 1-2, 38, for 3-5 alarms, 9, 4,100
3,900
3,700
for 6-9 alarms, 12, for 10-15 alarms, and 3,500
3,300
13 for 16 or more alarms) and 7 for noise 3,100
2,900
2,700
2,500
violations (1 for vehicle violations and 6
2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
for residence violations).
ISSUED PAID
Please visit our new website at www.doverpolice.org for up to date information on crimes and activities in the City
of Dover.
Respectfully Submitted,
James E. Hosfelt, Jr.
Chief of Police
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City of Dover
Capital Investment Plan
Project Tracking Report
Quarterly Report as of December 31, 2013
Points to Remember -
* Original Project Budget = Original Total Project Budget initially included in approved annual budget.
* Latest Project Budget = Revised Total Project Budget included in most recent approved annual budget or one of the following:
bond resolution, revolving fund loan agreement, Council approved budget amendment, or City Manager approved amendment as per
the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Current Fiscal Year - Revised Fiscal Year Budget = Current Year approved project budgets plus carry forward balances of unspent
budgets in the prior fiscal year. Project Carry Forward balances will be submitted to City Council for amendment in January 2010.
Can also be amended with City Manager approval per the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Water Quality, Inflow/Infiltration, Distribution Upgrades and New Development projects are budgeted as a blanket project and once
individual projects are identified and estimated they are created using an allocation of the overall budgeted amount.
* Status and Comments provided by City Manager.
* For Finance purposes projects are considered completed when placed in service and all charges have been processed.
Community Water & Total
Current Year Budget Funding Sources General Transportation Wastewater Electric CIP
Budget Balance $ 2,961,200 $ 130,300 $ 4,734,000 $ 518,300 $ 8,343,800
Restricted MSA (non Public Safety) 251,200 - - - 251,200
Contractor Contributions 264,800 - - - 264,800
General Billings for Reimbursement of Expense - - - 440,000 440,000
Debt Financing - - 4,129,900 - 4,129,900
Other State/Federal Grants 165,000 - - - 165,000
Impact Fee Reserves - - 390,000 - 390,000
State Community Transportation Funds 60,500 1,387,600 - - 1,448,100
Gifts/Donations 5,000 - - - 5,000
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve - - 1,000,000 - 1,000,000
Transfer from General Fund 1,278,300 - - 1,278,300
Transfer from Operating Funds - - 2,563,200 4,918,600 7,481,800
Transfer from Parkland Reserve 80,000 - - - 80,000
Interest Income - 500 25,000 25,200 50,700
Total Funding Sources (Unaudited) $ 5,066,000 $ 1,518,400 $ 12,842,100 $ 5,902,100 $ 25,328,600
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City of Dover
General Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of December 31, 2013
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project Current Revised Fiscal
Project Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget % Budget
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Status Comments
1 FY 2009
2 LB0901 M/G/L New Library Project $ 18,200,000 $ 20,469,100 $ 20,447,527 $ 21,573 99.9% $ - $ 411,500 $ 73,428 $ 338,072 17.8% Complete LEED Certification complete in FY 2014
3 Totals - FY09 $ 18,200,000 $ 20,469,100 $ 20,447,527 $ 21,573 99.9% $ - $ 411,500 $ 73,428 $ 338,072 17.8%
4
5 FY 2013
Asbestos survey done of building; Future
6 PR1301 Roof Replacement @ Dover Park $ 30,000 $ 30,000 $ 6,995 $ 23,005 23.3% $ - $ - $ - $ - 0.0% On Hold plans for building being evaluated
7 ST1302 Street & Alley Program - 1,414,500 - 1,414,500 0.0% - - - - 0.0% FY 2014 Moved to General Capital Projects Fund
8 ST1304 Garrison Farm Improvements 1,924,000 2,000,000 124,642 1,875,358 6.2% - 1,936,100 60,705 1,875,395 3.1% In process Financed by Future Capacity Reserve
9 ST1405 G FY 2012 MSA - Capital non-safety - 265,215 52,295 212,920 19.7% - 251,200 38,332 212,868 15.3% In process Restricted MSA Funding
10
11 Totals - FY 2013 $ 1,954,000 $ 3,709,715 $ 183,932 $ 3,525,783 5.0% $ - $ 2,187,300 $ 99,037 $ 2,088,263 4.5%
12
13 FY 2014
14 --- Vehicles & Equipment $ 963,800 $ 963,800 $ 258,458 $ 705,342 26.8% $ 908,800 $ 963,000 $ 258,458 $ 704,542 26.8% In process
15 CS1402 Security Cameras/Fence 55,000 55,000 - 55,000 0.0% 55,000 55,000 - 55,000 0.0%
16 FR1400 Annual Contribution to Robbins Hose 238,500 238,500 238,515 (15) 100.0% 238,500 238,500 238,515 (15) 100.0% Complete Truck Payments
17 IT1400 Server & Backup Solution 7,000 7,000 - 7,000 0.0% 7,000 7,000 - 7,000 0.0%
18 PD1401 Copier Replacement 10,000 10,000 8,865 1,135 88.7% 10,000 10,000 8,865 1,135 88.7% In process
19 PD1402 Totaled Vehicle Replacement 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 0.0% 20,000 20,000 - 20,000 0.0%
20 PR1401 A/C System @ Pitts Center 65,000 65,000 - 65,000 0.0% 65,000 65,000 - 65,000 0.0%
21 PR1402 Schutte Park Land Improvement 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0%
22 ST1402 FY 2014 Concrete Program 70,000 70,000 2,680 67,320 3.8% 70,000 70,000 2,680 67,320 3.8% In process Bids going out in February
23 ST1403 B/L FY 2014 Bonded Street Program 740,000 690,000 335,445 354,555 48.6% - 692,100 335,445 356,655 48.5% In process Approximately 70% complete
24 PD1302 Police Parking Lot 50,000 51,800 - 51,800 0.0% - 51,800 - 51,800 0.0%
25 ST1404 Village of Westover IV 264,800 264,800 - 264,800 0.0% - 264,800 - 264,800 0.0%
26
27 Totals - FY 2014 $ 2,514,100 $ 2,465,900 $ 843,962 $ 1,621,938 34.2% $ 1,404,300 $ 2,467,200 $ 843,962 $ 1,623,238 34.2%
28
29
30 Grand Totals $ 22,668,100 $ 26,644,715 $ 21,475,421 $ 5,169,294 80.6% $ 1,404,300 $ 5,066,000 $ 1,016,427 $ 4,049,573 20.1%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year.
G = Grant funded project
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan; Projects will be completed through CT Fund, therefore the loan proceeds will be transferred from Capital Fund into the Community Transportation Fund;
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City of Dover
Community Transportation & General Fund Street Funds - Major CIP Projects (Final)
Quarterly Report as of December 31, 2013
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project Current Revised Fiscal
Project Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget % Budget
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Status Comments
1 FY 2002
Authorization from Legislature to
reallocate to South Street and
project should finish by end of
2 CT0212 South Street paving $ 80,400 $ 80,400 $ - $ 80,400 0.0% $ - $ 80,400 $ - $ 80,400 0.0% year
3 Totals $ 80,400 $ 80,400 $ - $ 80,400 0.0% $ - $ 80,400 $ - $ 80,400 0.0%
4
5 FY 2009
6 CT0555 Little League Park paving $ 11,600 $ 11,600 $ - $ 11,600 0.0% $ - $ 11,600 $ - $ 11,600 0.0% Re-program for signage
7 Totals $ 11,600 $ 11,600 $ - $ 11,600 0.0% $ - $ 11,600 $ - $ 11,600 0.0%
8
9 FY 2007
10 CT0708 E. Water Street Brick $ 65,000 $ 65,000 $ - $ 65,000 0.0% $ - $ 65,000 $ - $ 65,000 0.0% Specialty contract needed
11 Totals $ 65,000 $ 65,000 $ - $ 65,000 0.0% $ - $ 65,000 $ - $ 65,000 0.0%
12
13 FY 2009
Trying to re-program for Schutte
14 CT0977 M Schutte Parking Lot $ 22,000 $ 22,000 $ - $ 22,000 0.0% $ - $ 22,000 $ - $ 22,000 0.0% park sidewalk
15 Totals $ 22,000 $ 22,000 $ - $ 22,000 0.0% $ - $ 22,000 $ - $ 22,000 0.0%
16
17 FY 2012
18 CT1201 M North Street Roundabout $ 500,000 $ 572,200 $ 228,427 $ 343,773 39.9% $ - $ 572,200 $ 228,427 $ 343,773 39.9% 35% Site work initiated
19 TE0601 M Lincoln Park Center 900,000 1,423,500 523,277 900,223 36.8% - - - - 0.0% Started On-going
20 Totals $ 1,400,000 $ 1,995,700 $ 751,704 $ 1,243,996 37.7% $ - $ 572,200 $ 228,427 $ 343,773 39.9%
21
22 FY 2013
23 CT1317 Wesley College Phase I 148,600 148,600 107,335 41,265 72.2% $ - $ 109,300 $ 68,079 $ 41,221 62.3% Complete awaiting bill
Transfer to General Fund for Security Prior year unused GF Allocation
24 MR1301 Cameras 102,400 102,400 48,240 54,160 47.1% - 54,200 - 54,200 0.0% moved to Capital Project Fund.
25 CT1369 Bayard Ave, Orchard Ave & Morris Dr. 130,000 289,378 - 289,378 0.0% - 289,400 - 289,400 0.0% FY 2013 CT agreement
26 $ 381,000 $ 540,378 $ 155,575 $ 384,803 28.8% $ - $ 452,900 $ 68,079 $ 384,821 15.0%
27
28 FY 2014
29 CTxxxx Unapplied CT Projects (placeholder) $ 500,000 $ 500,000 $ - $ 500,000 0.0% $ 500,000 $ 245,200 $ - $ 245,200 0.0% Future CT Agreements
30 ST1401 American Ave - 62,800 62,800 - 100.0% - 62,800 62,800 - 100.0% Prior year unused GF Allocation
31 Unallocated prior year Gen Fund Alloc. - 6,300 - 6,300 0.0% - 6,300 - 6,300 0.0% Prior year unused GF Allocation.
32 $ 500,000 $ 569,100 $ 62,800 $ 506,300 11.0% $ 500,000 $ 314,300 $ 62,800 $ 251,500 20.0%
33
34 Grand Totals $ 2,460,000 $ 3,284,178 $ 970,079 $ 2,314,099 29.5% $ 500,000 $ 1,518,400 $ 359,306 $ 1,159,094 23.7%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year.
C = Project funded by combination of CT Funds and General Fund
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan; Projects will be completed through CT Fund, therefore the loan proceeds will be transferred from Capital Fund into the Community Transportation Fund;
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Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of December 31, 2013
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Approved Revised Fiscal % Status /
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Budget %
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Complete Comments
1 FY 2008
2 WD0804 M 1.0 MG Elevated Water Storage $ 4,196,600 $ 2,556,000 $ 84,974 $ 2,471,026 3.3% $ 390,000 $ 2,473,500 $ 2,425 $ 2,471,075 0.1% 3.2% Design & land purchase underway
3 WD0805 M Piney Point Well 398,800 1,096,200 1,026,239 69,961 93.6% - 580,000 510,100 69,900 87.9% 85.0% Awarded bid JJID Feb. 2013
4 Totals - FY 2008 $ 4,595,400 $ 3,652,200 $ 1,111,213 $ 2,540,987 30.4% $ 390,000 $ 3,053,500 $ 512,525 $ 2,540,975 16.8%
5
6 FY 2009
7 WQ0907 SL/O Rt. 13 Water Main $ 1,023,700 $ 2,326,000 $ 2,173,195 $ 152,805 93.4% $ - $ 152,800 $ - $ 152,800 0.0% 100.0% Complete 6/30/13, in Litigation
8
9 FY 2010
10 WW1010 I Tar Ditch Interceptor Upgrade $ 518,200 $ 518,200 $ 49,856 $ 468,344 9.6% $ - $ 486,300 $ 17,884 $ 468,416 3.7% 6.2% Easement request sent to residents
11
12 FY 2013
Project awarded on 1/27, pre construction
13
WW1304 M Garrison Farm Improvements $ 1,828,000 $ 2,000,000 $ 241,797 $ 1,758,203 12.1% $ - $ 3,116,000 $ 133,635 $ 2,982,365 4.3% In Process meeting to follow.
Project awarded, 95% design,
14
WD1302 M Garrison Farm Storage Tank 1,828,000 3,000,000 212,596 2,787,404 7.1% - 4,022,400 - 4,022,400 0.0% In Process construction to begin in Spring.
Project designed, re-programmed for out
15
II1306 FY 2013 I & I Design 1,000,000 748,900 22,608 726,292 3.0% - 406,900 - 406,900 0.0% year.
16 II1404 Basin #5 I & I Buck Drive - - - - 0.0% - 342,000 - 342,000 0.0% In Process Project under design, 60% complete.
17 II1309 Dover Downs PS Upgrade - 16,000 15,864 136 0.0% - 16,000 15,864 136 99.2% Complete Completed by September 2013
18 II1310 Puncheon Run PS Upgrade - 21,000 20,020 980 0.0% - 21,000 20,020 980 95.3% Complete Completed in July 2013
19 Totals - FY 2013 $ 4,656,000 $ 5,785,900 $ 512,885 $ 5,273,015 66.9% $ - $ 7,924,300 $ 169,519 $ 7,754,781 2.1%
20
21 FY 2013
All vehicles have been ordered, awaiting
22
--- Vehicles & Equipment $ 354,000 $ 354,000 $ 53,560 $ 300,440 15.1% $ 364,000 $ 153,600 $ 53,560 $ 100,040 34.9% In Process delivery #422 (2/6/14)
Contractor completed one wellhead
23
WD1401 Wellhead Redevelopment 75,000 75,000 - 75,000 0.0% 75,000 75,000 - 75,000 0.0% In Process redevelopment, started on second.
24 WD1403 Emergency Generators 80,000 60,000 - 60,000 0.0% 80,000 60,000 - 60,000 0.0% In Process Generator ordered, delivery late Feb.
25 WW1401 Inflow/Infiltration Removal 1,003,800 1,003,800 - 1,003,800 0.0% 1,003,800 - - - 0.0% In Process Buck Drive 60% designed
Design 95% complete, DelDOT to bid out
26
TBD Denny's Road Water Main - 33,200 - 33,200 0.0% - 33,200 - 33,200 0.0% In Process
27 WD1201 I Pay-As-You-Go Water Station - 30,200 - 30,200 0.0% - 30,200 - 30,200 0.0% Staff finalizing bid documents
28 WD1304 Columbia Well - 34,800 - 34,800 0.0% - 34,800 - 34,800 0.0% no update
29 WQ1402 West Dover Connector - 11,000 - 11,000 0.0% - 11,000 - 11,000 0.0% In Process Design continuing, out to bid April 2014
30 WQ1401 Water Quality Improvements 905,000 - - - 0.0% 905,000 - - - 0.0% no update
Design complete. Purchase materials in
31
WW1204 Baltray Pump Station - 104,100 - 104,100 0.0% - 104,100 - 104,100 0.0% In Process February 2014
32 WW1205 Dover Brook Pump Station - 52,800 - 52,800 0.0% - 52,800 - 52,800 0.0% Bids due April 15, 2014.
33 WW1206 Brandywine Pump Station - 368,100 - 368,100 0.0% - 368,100 - 368,100 0.0% In Process Design 95% complete, need to acquire
34 WW1207 McKee PS - 47,300 - 47,300 0.0% - 47,300 - 47,300 0.0% Need to rebid project.
35 WW1301 Hazeltville Rd Interceptor - 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% - 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% Survey to begin in coming weeks.
36 WW1302 Lakeview PS - 52,000 - 52,000 0.0% - 52,000 - 52,000 0.0% Survey to begin in coming weeks.
37 WW1303 Westover PS - 65,000 - 65,000 0.0% - 65,000 - 65,000 0.0% Survey to begin in coming weeks.
38 II1401 Kent Ave. Repair - 75,000 - 75,000 0.0% - 75,000 - 75,000 0.0% In Process 95% complete
Design continuing, out to bid April 2014
39
II1402 West Dover Connector - 33,100 - 33,100 0.0% - 33,100 - 33,100 0.0%
40 Totals - FY 2014 $ 2,417,800 $ 2,429,400 $ 53,560 $ 2,375,840 0.0% $ 2,427,800 $ 1,225,200 $ 53,560 $ 1,171,640 4.4%
41
42 Grand Totals $ 13,211,100 $ 14,711,700 $ 3,900,708 $ 10,810,992 26.5% $ 2,817,800 $ 12,842,100 $ 753,489 $ 12,088,611 5.9%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year.
SL = State Loan Project - construction phase is financed
I = Impact Fee (partially) financed project
O = Operating revenues
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FINAL READING
CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2014-01
1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL
2 MET:
3 That Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article IV - Abatement of Real Estate Taxes, Section 102-111 - Purpose, be
4 amended by inserting the blue, bold text and deleting the text indicated in red, bold, strikeout, as follows:
5 In the option opinion of city council, the abatement of city real estate taxes for certain qualifying
6 industries and businesses defined herein best promotes the public welfare by providing incentives for them
7 to expand or locate in the city, thereby creating new employment opportunities for the citizens of the city
8 and ultimately strengthening the city's tax base.
9 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
10 That Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article IV - Abatement of Real Estate Taxes, be amended by adding a new
11 Section 102-118 - Revocation of Eligibility, to read as follows:
12 Sec. 102-118 - Revocation of Eligibility
13 The beneficiary of the incentives provided by this Article must remain current on all obligations due
14 the City. If, at any time after the incentives have been granted, the beneficiary of the incentives becomes
15 delinquent on any of the obligations listed in Section 1-13(b), the city manager shall revoke the eligibility
16 for any portion of the incentives not yet received by the beneficiary. Notice shall be given to such
17 beneficiary in writing.
18 For the purposes of this section, the beneficiary of the incentives shall include the person or
19 artificial entity that receives the incentive and the owner of one-half or greater interest in an artificial entity
20 that receives the incentive.
21 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
22 That Appendix C - Downtown Redevelopment, Article II - Definitions, be amended by deleting it in its
23 entirety and inserting in lieu thereof the following:
24 The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this ordinance, shall have the meanings
25 ascribed to them in this article, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning:
26 Section 1. Beneficiary of the incentives.
27 The beneficiary of the incentives shall include the person or artificial entity that receives the incentive
28 and the owner of one-half or greater interest in an artificial entity that receives the incentive.
29 Section 2. Downtown Dover Partnership.
30 The Downtown Dover Partnership shall be established for the purpose of fostering redevelopment
31 within the target area.
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32 Section 3. Eligible project.
33 Eligible project shall mean a new construction or renovation which:
34 (a) Is located within the target area; and
35 (b) The fair market value of the materials to be used in and the labor to be performed on the project
36 exceeds the sum of $15,000.00; and
37 (c) Is for commercial, office, or a residential use; and
38 (d) Conforms to the intent of this ordinance.
39 In order for a residential use to be an eligible project, the object of the construction or renovation
40 must be a dwelling unit as defined in article 12 of the City of Dover zoning ordinance [appendix B].
41 Construction or renovation of accessory buildings as defined in article 12 of the City of Dover
42 zoning ordinance [appendix B] shall not be eligible for development incentives. Construction or
43 renovation which constitutes ordinary replacement or routine maintenance shall not qualify as an
44 eligible project.
45 Section 4. Target area.
46 Target area shall mean that part of the city more particularly described as follows:
47 Beginning at a point at the intersection of the centerlines of Cecil and North State Streets, then
48 continuing on the centerline of North State Street in a southerly direction to the intersection of the
49 centerline of State Street and an extension of the centerline of Delaware Avenue, then continuing
50 on the centerline and an extension of the centerline of Delaware Avenue in an easterly direction to
51 the point of intersection of an extension of the centerline of Delaware Avenue and the St. Jones
52 River, then following the centerline of the St. Jones River in a southerly direction to the point of
53 intersection of the centerline of the St. Jones River and the southerly property line of lands now or
54 formerly of the Catholic Diocese of Wilmington, being the site of Holy Cross Roman Catholic
55 Church, then proceeding in a westerly direction along said property line to the easterly right-of-way
56 line of South State Street (U.S. Route 13-A), then crossing the right-of-way line of South State Street
57 in a westerly direction and joining the centerline of Hope Street and proceeding in a westerly
58 direction to the centerlines of Hope Street and South Governors Avenue, then proceeding in a
59 southerly direction along the centerline of South Governors Avenue to the point of intersection of
60 the centerlines of South Governors Avenue and Dover Street, then proceeding in a westerly direction
61 along the centerline of Dover Street to the point of intersection of the centerlines of Dover Street and
62 Westview Terrace, then continuing in a northerly direction on the centerline of Westview Terrace
63 to the point of intersection of the centerline of Westview Terrace and New Burton Road, then
64 proceeding in a northeasterly direction on the centerline of New Burton Road to the point of
65 intersection of New Burton Road and West Street, then continuing in a northerly direction along the
66 westerly right-of-way line of West Street to the point of intersection of the westerly side of the
67 right-of-way of West Street and the northerly property line of lands now or formerly of Dover
68 Rent-All, Inc., then continuing in a westerly direction along said property line to the point of
69 intersection of said property line and the lands of Conrail Railroad, then proceeding in a northerly
70 direction along the easterly right-of-way line of Conrail Railroad in a northerly direction to the point
71 of intersection of the centerline of West North Street and then westerly along the centerline of West
72 North Street to a point of intersection with an extension of the westerly property line of lands now
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73 or of late of Michael Nash, being the site of the former Diamond Ice Company, then proceeding in
74 a northerly direction along the westerly property line of the Nash property and in a line extending
75 to the intersection of the southerly property line of lands now or of late Paul T. and Aiko Moore, and
76 then northwesterly and then northerly along the southern and western property line of the Moore
77 property and extending north to an intersection with the centerline of Lincoln Street, and then
78 easterly along the centerline of Lincoln Street to a point of intersection of an extension of the
79 westerly property line of lands now or formerly of Frank Moore et al., and then northerly along the
80 western property of Frank Moore et al. and extending to a point of intersection with the centerline
81 of Forest Street, then easterly along the centerline of Forest Street to a point of intersection with an
82 extension of the westerly property of the lands now or formerly of the Salvation Army, and then
83 northerly and easterly along the western and north property line of the Salvation Army property to
84 the point of intersection with lands now or of late Conrail Railroad, then northerly along the westerly
85 property line of Conrail Railroad and extending to a point of intersection with the centerline of West
86 Division Street, and then easterly along the centerline of East Division Street to the intersection of
87 the easterly right-of-way line of Conrail Railroad, and then northerly along the easterly right-of-way
88 line of Conrail Railroad to the intersection of the right-of-way of Conrail Railroad and the northerly
89 property line of lands now or of late of Southern States Cooperative, Inc., then proceeding in an
90 easterly direction a distance of 52.76 feet to the northeasterly corner of the lands now or of late of
91 Southern States Cooperative, Inc., then proceeding in a southerly direction along the easterly
92 property line of lands now or of late of Southern States Cooperative, Inc., to the point of intersection
93 of said property and the centerline of Cecil Street, then proceeding in an easterly direction along the
94 centerline of Cecil Street to the point of beginning, being the point of intersection of the centerline
95 of Cecil and North State Streets.
96 NOTE: This amendment deletes Section 2, Reserved, (which read: Section 2. Reserved. Editor's note - An
97 ordinance adopted Jan. 10, 2000, repealed section 2 which pertained to the eligibility period and derived
98 from an ordinance adopted March 13, 1995, and an ordinance adopted Jan. 11, 1999.) and re-orders the
99 definitions alphabetically.
100 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
101 That Appendix C - Downtown Redevelopment, Article III - Eligibility, be amended by inserting the bold,
102 blue text and deleting the text indicated in bold, red, strikeout, as follows:
103 Section 1. Issuance of building permit.
104 Issuance of a city building permit for an eligible project must be obtained during the eligibility
105 period.
106 NOTE: The eligibility period expired on December 31, 1999 and was repealed by an ordinance adopted
107 January 10, 2000.
108 Section 2 1. [Development incentive eligibility.]
109 In order to be eligible for development incentives, the owner of an eligible project must agree to
110 contribute ten percent of the total value of the incentives received to the Downtown Dover Partnership for
111 reinvestment in downtown Dover.
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112 Section 3 2. [Development incentive ineligibility.]
113 An otherwise eligible project shall be ineligible for development incentives if:
114 (a) An application for [a] building permit for the project [was] filed prior to the effective date of this
115 ordinance; or
116 (b) Construction or renovation commenced prior to the effective date of this ordinance; or
117 (c) Issuance of the certificate of occupancy and/or the completion and finalization of the building
118 permit occurs before the application for development incentives is received.; or
119 (d) The subject property is exempt from City of Dover real estate taxes; or
120 (e) The beneficiary of the incentives is delinquent on any of the obligations listed in Section
121 1-13(b).
122 Section 3. Revocation of Eligibility
123 The beneficiary of the incentives provided by this Appendix must remain current on all
124 obligations due the City. If, at any time after the incentives have been granted, the beneficiary of the
125 incentives becomes delinquent on any of the obligations listed in Section 1-13(b), the city manager
126 shall revoke the eligibility for any portion of the incentives not yet received by the beneficiary. Notice
127 shall be given to such beneficiary in writing.
128 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
129 That Appendix E - Commercial and Industrial Building Redevelopment, Article II - Eligibility, be amended
130 by inserting the bold, blue text and deleting the text indicated in bold, red, strikeout, as follows:
131 Section 1. Eligible project.
132 Eligible project shall mean the renovation and establishment of a business in an existing commercial
133 or industrial building or tenant space which:
134 (a) Is a minimum of 5,000 square feet of floor area; and
135 (b) The fair market value of the materials to be used in and the labor to be performed on the project
136 exceeds the sum of $15,000.00; and
137 (c) Is for commercial, industrial, or office use; and
138 (d) The establishment of a new business is proposed; and
139 (e) Conforms to the intent of this ordinance.
140 Construction or renovation of accessory buildings as defined in Appendix B - Zoning, Article 12 -
141 Definitions, of the Dover Code of Ordinances shall not be eligible for redevelopment incentives.
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142 Construction or renovation which constitutes ordinary replacement or routine maintenance shall not qualify
143 as an eligible project. Construction of new buildings shall not qualify as an eligible project.
144 Section 2. Redevelopment incentive ineligibility.
145 An otherwise eligible project shall be ineligible for redevelopment incentives if:
146 (a) An application for a building permit for the project was filed prior to the effective date of this
147 ordinance; or
148 (b) Construction or renovation commenced prior to the effective date of this ordinance; or
149 (c) Issuance of the certificate of occupancy and/or the completion and finalization of the building
150 permit occurs before the application for redevelopment incentives is received; or
151 (d) Construction or renovation commenced prior to the issuance of a building permit by the city of
152 Dover; or
153 (e) Applications for incentives provided in this ordinance shall be subject to the provisions of
154 Chapter 1 - General Provisions, Section 1-13 - Denial of permits or approvals for failure
155 to comply with requirements for payment, actions, or filings.
156 (e) The subject property is exempt from City of Dover real estate taxes; or
157 (f) The beneficiary of the incentives is delinquent on any of the obligations listed in
158 Section 1-13(b).
159 For the purposes of this section, the beneficiary of the incentives shall include the person or
160 artificial entity that receives the incentive and the owner of one-half or greater interest in an artificial
161 entity that receives the incentive.
162 Section 3. Revocation of eligibility.
163 The beneficiary of the incentives provided by this Appendix must remain current on all
164 obligations due the City. If, at any time after the incentives have been granted, the beneficiary of the
165 incentives becomes delinquent on any of the obligations listed in Section 1-13(b), the city manager
166 shall revoke the eligibility for any portion of the incentives not yet received by the beneficiary. Notice
167 shall be given to such beneficiary in writing.
168 For the purposes of this section, the beneficiary of the incentives shall include the person or
169 artificial entity that receives the incentive and the owner of one-half or greater interest in an artificial
170 entity that receives the incentive.
171 ADOPTED: *
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173 SYNOPSIS
174 The proposed ordinance would amend the Downtown Redevelopment incentives, the
175 Commercial and Industrial Building Redevelopment incentives, and the Tax
176 Abatement incentives to require compliance with Section 1-13 - Clean Hands, and
177 provide for revocation of the incentives for beneficiaries who are delinquent on
178 obligations to the City. It would also make tax exempt properties ineligible for the
179 incentives.
180 (SPONSORS: Hutchison and Koenig)
181 Actions History
182 02/10/2014 - Scheduled for Final Reading
183 01/27/2014 - First Reading Held
184 01/13/2014 - Introduced at Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee