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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
JANUARY 14, 2013 - 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 MARY SMITH
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY MAYOR CAREY
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
* CONSENT AGENDA
Those items on the Council Agenda which are considered routine and non-controversial shall be
marked with an asterisk (*) and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the Council. There
will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of Council so requests, in which
event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item.
* 1. Adoption of Minutes - Regular Council Meeting of December 10, 2012
2. Certificate of Appreciation - Tonda Parks
3. Presentation - 2012 Mayor's Prayer Breakfast Contributions
A. United Service Organizations (USO) of Delaware - Joan Cote
B. United Service Organizations (USO) Families of the Fallen - Wendy Fish
C. Friends of Family Support - Timothy Dance
D. Capital City Rotary Club for Military Appreciation Day - Gregg Moore
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4. Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee Report - December 10, 2012
A. Presentation - Economic Development Programs and Opportunities Available for the
City of Dover by Dr. Michael Casson, Director, University Center for Economic
Development and International Trade; Associate Professor of Economics; Dean,
School of Graduate Studies and Research, Delaware State University
(Committee Action Not Required)
* B. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan Amendment
(Committee Recommended Acceptance of Staff's Recommendation to Reallocate
$20,000 in FY 2011 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funds from
American Disabilities Act (ADA) Improvements in Council Chambers to the FY 2012
Homeownership Assistance Program)
* C. Updates
(Committee Action Not Required)
* 5. Utility Committee Report - December 10, 2012
A. Capital School District Impact Fee Transfer
(Committee Recommended Acceptance of Staff's Recommendation to Transfer 13
Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) Credits from 211 Delaware Avenue, 945 Forest
Street, and 75 Carver Road to the Capital School District Administration and
Professional Development Center Campus Located at 194/198 Commerce Way (Tax
Parcel #ED05-076.14-01-07.03)
B. Quarterly Review of Utility Related Capital Investment Plan (CIP) (Electric and
Water/Wastewater)
(Committee Action Not Required)
C. TEA/NAES Report (August and September)
(Committee Action Not Required)
D. Updates
(Committee Action Not Required)
6. Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Report - December 10, 2012
A. Reduced Rates for All-Electric Homes in December, January, and February
(Committee Made No Recommendation)
* B. Review of City of Dover Identity Theft Prevention Policy
(Committee Recommended Acceptance of the Report and That the Identity Theft
Prevention Policy Be Amended to Change the Frequency of Meetings to "As Necessary,
If Any Significant Issues of Identity Theft Arise”)
7. Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee Report - January 14, 2013
(Except for the following time sensitive issue, the PR&CE Committee Report from
January 14, 2013 will be presented to Council during their Regular Meeting of
January 28, 2013 for review and consideration)
A. Consideration of The Green as a National Monument
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* 8. Monthly Reports - November 2012
A. Budget
B. City Assessor
C. City Manager
D. City Planner
E. Dover Fire Department
F. Economic Development Office
9. Annual Report of the Downtown Dover Partnership
10. Office of Highway Safety (OHS) Funds Approved for In-Car Cameras
* 11. Appointment Recommended by Mayor Carey - Downtown Dover Partnership Board of
Directors - Wallace R. Dixon (To Fill the Unexpired Term of Sophia R. Russell - Term to
Expire May 2013)
* 12. Appointment of Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC) Director and
Alternate Director (Scott D. Koenig and Donna S. Mitchell)
13. Council Members Announcements
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on December 10, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President
Leary presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Lynn, Mr. Perza, Mr. Bonar,
Mr. Hare, and Mr. Hutchison. Mrs. Williams was absent.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Hosfelt, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Koenig,
Mrs. Townshend, City Solicitor Rodriguez, 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 Leary declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that
Council was not in official session and could not take formal action.
There was no one present wishing to speak during the Open Forum.
The invocation was given by Councilman Perza, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and
unanimously carried.
Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the consent agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Hutchison
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 26, 2012
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of November 26, 2012 were unanimously
approved by motion of Mr. Bonar, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and bore the written approval
of Mayor Carey.
ELECTION RESULTS - 2012 SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
Mrs. Traci McDowell, City Clerk, reported the results of the 2012 Special Municipal Election held
on November 27, 2012, as certified by the Election Board, are as follows:
FOURTH DISTRICT COUNCIL
Wallace R. Dixon 85
Bernhard A. Greenfield 23
Total District Votes Cast 108
Total Registered Voters 4,028
Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the Election Results as reported by the City Clerk. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
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OATH OF OFFICE - COUNCIL - FOURTH DISTRICT - WALLACE R. DIXON
The Honorable Henry DuPont Ridgely, Justice of the Delaware Supreme Court, administered the
Oath of Office as follows:
Council - Fourth District (Term to expire May 2015) - Wallace R. Dixon
RECESS FOR PHOTOGRAPHS (MAYOR AND COUNCIL)
Mr. Bonar moved to recess to take photographs of the Mayor and members of City Council,
seconded by Mr. Lynn and unanimously carried.
Meeting recessed at 7:36 p.m. Noting the absence of Councilwoman Williams, by unanimous
consent, Council deferred taking photographs of the Mayor and Council.
By unanimous consent, the meeting was reconvened.
Meeting reconvened at 7:39 p.m. with Council President Leary presiding. Council members present
were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Dixon, Mr. Lynn, Mr. Perza, Mr. Bonar, Mr. Hare, and Mr. Hutchison.
Mrs. Williams was absent.
CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION - CITY ELECTRIC WORKERS WHO ASSISTED IN
NEW JERSEY HURRICANE RECOVERY
The following Certificate of Appreciation was read into the record by the City Clerk:
WHEREAS, the City of Dover is fortunate to have Electric Department Line Crew members who
work diligently to maintain electricity through adverse circumstances and weather conditions; and
WHEREAS, on November 3, 2012, the City of Dover was requested to aid in power restoration to
the communities of Madison and Harding Township, New Jersey, due to widespread power outages
resulting from the effects of Hurricane Sandy; and
WHEREAS, on November 4, 2012, five members of the City's Line Crew were dispatched to New
Jersey and three additional members joined them on November 8, 2012; and
WHEREAS, these individuals demonstrated their dedication by going above and beyond the
necessary day-to-day actions by stepping forward to serve those in need outside of our community;
and
WHEREAS, we are extremely proud of their efforts and thankful for their willingness to share their
skills during this time of great hardship for our neighbors to the north.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is deemed an honor and privilege, on this 10th day of December 2012, to
present this Certificate of Appreciation to the City of Dover Electric Line Crews for their efforts
in restoring power to other communities.
With Sincere Appreciation from the Mayor and Council
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER RENAMING COURT STREET, DUKE OF YORK
STREET, AND WILLIAM PENN STREET AS MARTIN LUTHER KING STREET;
RENAMING CAPITAL DRIVE AS COURT STREET (RETAINING THE COURT STREET
ALLEY NAME); THE PLACEMENT OF PLAQUES OF DEDICATION TO WILLIAM
PENN AND THE DUKE OF YORK; RENAMING THE DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY IN
HONOR OF DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
During their Regular Meeting of November 26, 2012, City Council approved the Legislative,
Finance, and Administration Committee’s recommendation to set a public hearing at this time and
place to consider a proposal to rename Court, Duke of York, and William Penn Streets as Martin
Luther King Street, to rename Capital Drive as Court Street, and for the alley currently named Court
Street to remain Court Street, and to consider the placement of plaques of dedication to William
Penn and the Duke of York on the respective streets and the proposed renaming of the Dover Public
Library in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Members were reminded that the initial proposal was to rename the entirety of the Division Street
(Route 8) corridor, which crosses west to east through the City of Dover (City limit to City limit),
as Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. Staff noted that the proposal was being brought forward by
City Council through the Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee and was not following
the procedure specified in Dover Code of Ordinances, Chapter 98, Article II, Section 98-45 Street
Name Change Procedure, which begins with a petition from property owners.
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, reviewed the Staff
Review Report and Development Advisory Committee Comments. The new street name proposed
is Martin Luther King Jr. Street. As part of the renaming proposal, the internal drive aisle within the
Courtside Apartment complex would be named Court Street. Also, the alley street segment on the
south side of the current Court Street located between River Road and Cowgill Street would retain
the name of Court Street. Members were provided a map of the proposed corridor.
Mrs. Townshend advised members that the DAC has offered recommendations regarding the
proposal, as follows:
1. Staff recommended that if the street name change is approved by City
Council that an effective date of February 1, 2013 be set. This will give the
affected agencies time to make the necessary operational changes and for
notification of property owners.
2. Staff recommended the use of the street term “Boulevard” rather than
“Street.” Resulting in a street name as Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
3. If the one way segments of Duke of York Street and William Penn Street are
also selected for the street name change, then Staff recommended that the use
of the post direction identifier of North and South should be utilized.
Resulting in street names of Martin Luther King Jr. Street (Boulevard) North
and Martin Luther King Jr. Street (Boulevard) South.
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4. Staff recommended the use of the post direction identifier of North and South
for the areas to remain named as Court Street: Court Street North for the
internal drive aisle within the Garden Court Apartments and Court Street
South for the street segment south of the existing Court Street where the
single family houses exist.
5. As part of the Development Advisory Committee process, a series of City,
County, and State agencies were notified of the street name change request.
Any comments received regarding the request were attached to the report.
6. Upon approval of the street name change, notification of appropriate City,
County, and State agencies will be completed by the City of Dover.
7. Upon approval of the street name change, a public outreach effort (in various
media) is recommended to alert residents, customers, visitors, etc. of the
change and its implementation. A key contact point should be established for
questions.
8. Upon approval of the street name change, the installation of updated street
name blades and other associated street signage will need to be completed by
the City of Dover.
9. Upon approval of the street names and assignment of street numbers (if
necessary), it is the responsibility of the individual property owner to bear the
cost of and take action to repost address number and update appropriate
mailing address on documents.
10. In this area of the City, there are a number of Information Map Kiosks located
throughout the Legislative Mall area, at the Johnson Victrola Museum, and
within public parking lots i.e. Bradford Street Lot that will need to be updated
with the street name changes. These maps were funded and installed by
various state agencies and non-profit groups.
11. The motion of November 13, 2012 by the Legislative, Finance and
Administration Committee also included other recommendations for the
placement of plaques of dedication for William Penn and Duke of York and
a proposal for the renaming of the Dover Public Library in honor of Dr.
Martin Luther King Jr. This report does not provide a review of these
proposals.
a. Staff noted that the Delaware Public Archives manages the Delaware
Historical Markers program where markers are placed at historically
significant locations statewide.
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Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Townshend confirmed that if Council approved the proposal as
is and did not include properties located on South or North Court Street, there would be no
residential properties affected by the proposed change.
Council President Leary declared the public hearing open.
Mr. Jim Stewart, 742 Bicentennial Boulevard, indicated his support for the street name changes. He
noted that the media had mentioned the new Library in their report of this proposal and since the
Library Capital Campaign remains underway, he requested that the naming of the Library not be
included in this matter since it could affect fund raising efforts.
Mr. Bruce Haas, 53 N. Halsey Road, explained his partial opposition to the street name changes,
noting no objections to the renaming of that portion of Court Street from the bridge to Route 13. He
stated his opposition was with the renaming of William Penn and Duke of York Streets. He
reminded members that if it wasn't for the Duke of York, residents would be speaking Dutch and be
answering to New York or Amsterdam, and if it wasn’t for William Penn, Delaware’s capital would
be Harrisburg and that when William Penn was granted lands from Pennsylvania and later Delaware,
he established laws. He felt that any change in these street names would be disrespectful to these
individuals (the Duke of York and William Penn).
Mrs. Ann Stewart, 742 Bicentennial Boulevard, stated that although she supported the renaming of
the streets, she requested that the naming of the Library not be considered in conjunction with this
proposal.
Mr. Bernhard Greenfield, 901 Wilson Drive, noted that Martin Luther King, Jr. accomplished so
much more for not only his people but for the entire country and he felt that he deserved to be given
recognition. He suggested that rather than changing street names to honor Martin Luther King, Jr.,
that the City name the new Library as the Martin Luther King, Jr. Dover Public Library, which would
cost substantially less than the remaining of streets.
Mr. Robert Bresnahan, 14 Muirfield Court, advised members that as a member of the Friends of the
Library, he supported the current name of the Dover Public Library. He expressed pride in the Dover
community, City Council, and State legislators, particularly Senator Brian Bushweller, for the
manner in which the proposal had been handled, which he felt had demonstrated the concept of a
democratic society. He reviewed the process involved with the consideration of the proposal and
felt that it had been a wonderful example of citizens and government leadership in this community
sharing a desired goal and then finding a solution acceptable to all parties involved. He
congratulated all who participated and have been involved in this democratic process.
Mrs. Beverly Bresnahan, 14 Muirfield Court, stated that she was addressing members both as the
Secretary to the Friends of the Library and as a resident. Although she did not support the renaming
of the Dover Public Library, she did support the proposal to rename Court Street in honor of
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. She reminded members that many individuals in the community had
made donations to support the construction of the new Library. In addition, she stated that she was
speaking on behalf of Barbara Qaissaunee, another Board Member of the Friends of the Library who
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was not able to attend the meeting, and that Ms. Qaissaunee's family held a fund raiser and family
and friends contributed enough to have a room in the Dover Library named for her husband,
Dr. Abdul Qaissaunee. She stated that another Friend of the Library, June Honeycutt, also wished
to be quoted, stating: “Those of us who got behind the Friends of the Library and their efforts to
urge the public to make donations to the new Library, made those donations to a Library that was
and should continue to be named the Dover Public Library.” Mrs. Bresnahan advised members that
she, along with her husband, were proud to sponsor a reading nook in the new Library in honor of
her mother, Lorraine Napier, who taught her the love of reading and libraries. She reminded
members that all raising of money for the new Library was done in the name of the Dover Public
Library and felt that was what it should continue to be named.
Mr. William Daisey, 215 Pine Street, relayed his support for the renaming of Court Street and felt
that it should include the entire area suggested, including William Penn and Duke of York Streets.
It was his feeling that if asked who William Penn or the Duke of York were, the residents of Dover
would not know. He advised members that most State capitals have a street named in honor of
Dr. King; however, Dover is one of the few that did not and, being the capital of the First State,
Dover should not be the last to have a street named for Dr. King. He stated that most people do not
fully realize what Dr. King accomplished, explaining that he supported all people and not just
minorities. Mr. Daisey stated his involvement in the 1960s March on Washington with Dr. King and
recalled the anger over discrimination/segregation. Without the peaceful alternative offered by
Dr. King, he stated that there would have been a civil war. As a result, he stated that Dr. King
prevented a civil war which would have destroyed the United States, recalling that Russia was a
powerful force and would have taken over at that time. Referring to the previous comments of
Delawareans speaking Dutch, it was his opinion that if there was a civil war at that time, all citizens
of the United States would be speaking Russian. Considering all that Dr. King had done for all
peoples, Mr. Daisey felt that Dr. King was deserving of having a prominent street named in his honor
and urged members to support the proposal.
Mr. Fred Tolbert, 35 Karen Place, stated that although the capital of the First State had been
extremely tardy with respect to honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and there were some who
opposed the proposal to rename Division Street in his honor, remarks made in opposition to this
location were due to various inconveniences and costs associated with such a change. He felt it
should be noted that the State of Delaware and particularly the capital city, Dover, has a history of
negative attitudes toward sensitive social issues. Mr. Tolbert stated that the opposition to the
original proposal by the Legislative, Finance, and Administration (LF&A) Committee was thought
by many to be expected and highly questionable. He reminded members that his remarks during the
Committee’s hearing on September 10, 2012, were as follows: “The renaming of a portion of
Division Street to honor the name of Reverend Martin Luther King is a very small way to honor such
an internationally known hero and civil rights leader. In reality, it would be significantly more
appropriate to name the new Dover library after Martin Luther King and/or to erect a memorial to
him in a prominent place such as: 1) the front of the new library, 2) on Loockerman Street on the
islands in front of City Hall, or 3) on The Green. These suggestions are offered not as an alternative
to renaming Division Street but in addition to renaming Division Street.” Mr. Tolbert felt that the
LF&A Committee demonstrated the much needed strength and willingness to begin to bring the City
of Dover into the mainstream thinking of America today. He also felt that the recent national
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election was a strong indication of the changes taking place in this country. In his opinion, the
revised proposal to honor Dr. King was an acceptable alternative plan to honor America’s
contemporary hero and was made even more meaningful by not only renaming Court Street, Duke
of York, and William Penn Streets as Martin Luther King Street (or Boulevard) but also proposing
to rename the Dover Public Library in his honor. After reviewing the proposal, he strongly
encouraged approval of the proposal as presented.
Ms. Annie L. Scott, 216 Saxondale Lane, referred to a letter presented by N.C. Vasuki, President of
the Friends of the Dover Library, and stated that she serves as the Vice-President and is in total
agreement with the comments previously made by Jim and Ann Stewart and Mr. and
Mrs. Bresnahan. To avoid the appearance of obfuscating or confusing the original request to rename
a Dover City street to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., she felt that it would be prudent for the City
to investigate the procedures used by other cities that wish to honor individuals by naming streets
in their honor. She encouraged City Council to develop a carefully crafted procedure for renaming
streets.
Ms. Pauline Maurice Taylor, 368 Stonebrook Drive, stated confusion regarding the need to rename
those streets that surround the capital building (Legislative Hall), explaining her opinion that there
are some things that should remain the same (William Penn and Duke of York Streets). Not
supporting the word “division,” she felt that Division Street should be renamed to honor Dr. King.
She advised members that streets should be named after many people in the City of Dover and the
State of Delaware, both black and white. She stated that utilizing Court, William Penn, and Duke
of York Streets to honor Dr. King would be putting him in the background, where only visitors
would be aware of the street name, and that William Penn and the Duke of York were famous people
too and part of the founding country.
Reverend John G. Moore, 216 Fairfield Drive, Magnolia, (Youth Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church
located at Queen and Fulton Streets in Dover), stated that this was a historic night. He advised
members that at the turn of the twentieth century, a man by the name of Charles Tinley wrote the
song entitled “I Will Overcome One Day,” which had since been changed to “We Shall Overcome”
and became the theme song for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He reminded members that Dr. King
believed in the “beloved community” and that this community was totally opposite from the
desegregation that was occurring in the communities of Dr. King’s time. Dr. King believed that God
had birthed all children with the opportunity to be all that they could be, which was the foundation
of his dream. The beloved community was themed around “integration” and that no matter the color
or your skin, denomination, ethnicity, etc., one would be able to achieve their dreams because they
lived in a country that made it possible. Reverend Moore stated that the City of Dover has the
opportunity to reflect that beloved community. He reminded members that next year will be the
celebration of the 50th anniversary of the March on Washington, where Dr. King gave his most
famous speech “I Have a Dream”. Referring to the word “Dream,” he advised members that he had
translated this word as follows (and suggested that all citizens of this great City should do the same):
D = Dedicated (to do all that we can to make sure that the City is fair and make sure that we
recognize a man who has such great history in this country); R = Resilient (regardless of the
challenges and differences of opinions, the citizens are able to come together in unity); E =
Enthusiasm (all should have an energy to work together to see the proposal come to fruition); A =
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Attitude (one that is positive and with the right attitude, anything can be accomplished); and M =
Motivated (all should be motivated to put differences aside and come together as a City in unity and
be able to fulfill a dream so that Dr. King, from heaven above, could say “free at last, free at last,
thank God Almighty, he’s free at last.”
Mr. Gerald L. Rocha, Sr., 523 Schooner Court, indicated his support for renaming Court, William
Penn, and Duke of York Streets to Martin Luther King, Jr. Street (or Boulevard). It was his belief
that Court Street serves as a gateway into the City of Dover. He stated that the issue is racial, since
Dr. King stood for all humanity, and that he was only mentioning this due to a recent comment in
a local newspaper regarding an individual being Polish and questioned what recognition they would
be provided. He reminded members that Dr. King stated: “God is not interested merely in the
freedom of black men, brown men, and yellow men, but God is interested in the freedom of the whole
human race. Creation of a society where all men will live as brothers.” Mr. Rocha stated that
Dr. King stood for equality, which leads to unity. In his military capacity as Program Manager of
the Dover Air Force Base Honor Guard, his primary responsibility was ensuring the return of
America’s fallen heroes, those who paid the ultimate sacrifice, with dignity, honor, and respect. He
stated that Dr. King was also a hero who paid the ultimate sacrifice for humanity and that, in his
capacity as a community leader, he would assume the responsibility of ensuring that Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr. was recognized with the dignity, honor, and respect due for a man who served as
a drum major for justice, peace, and righteousness for all humanity.
Mr. Ali Abdul Aleem, 138 Lingo Drive, questioned how Dr. King would view the deliberations of
this matter. He felt that there was an entity that sees and hopes that the best will come from all of
us and come together to help each other. He reminded members that God created each one of us and,
in addition to our color, God gave us capacity. Mr. Aleem felt that if Dr. King were present, he
would not be squabbling, but rather encouraging everyone to come together for the greater good of
all and not to view each other as black and white but rather to see each other as good, helpmates, and
as brothers and sisters. He stated that the naming of a street does not give a man honor but
respecting each other and naming the street (or whatever is selected) would, since it would relay a
message.
Reverend Frances Benson, Pastor at John Wesley AME Church, Division Street, voiced her approval
for renaming Court, Duke of York, and William Penn Streets as Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.
Although she had no objections to the inclusion of the renaming of the Dover Public Library in
honor of Dr. King, she felt that the Library had its own job and that the street naming would show
more for the community. She urged members to take the appropriate action and approve the
renaming of the streets.
Council President Leary noted the receipt of correspondence (Exhibit #1) in regard to this issue.
Mr. N.C. Vasuki, 215 Carnoustie Street, advised members that he supported the renaming of the
streets. He stated that he serves as President of Friends of Dover Library (and the Dover Library
Foundation) and that donations continued to be sought for making future improvements. He
suggested that City Council take the necessary action tonight to rename the streets as recommended.
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Ms. Dorothy Snyder, 9 Douglas Court, stated that her comments regarding the issue had already been
relayed by others who supported renaming of the streets as recommended, so it was not necessary
for her to speak.
Reverend Rita Paige, 355 Rita Wilma Road, stated that she is a part of the Interdenominational
Ministerial Alliance (IMA) and that she agreed with much of what had been said and thanked
members for the process that had been taken regarding this issue. She reminded members that the
initial request was to rename Division Street in honor of Dr. King and that it was felt that was the
best proposal. For those who were still in favor of Division Street, she explained that no one “gave
up” on the issue or agreed to compromise, but rather used wisdom in listening to those who were in
opposition and to Councilman Perza’s proposal. At that time, due to less cost and impact on people,
etc., it was agreed that Court, Duke of York, and William Penn Streets would be the best proposal.
Noting Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., sacrificed his life to have policy and laws changed for the
betterment of all humanity, she felt that there was no better place for than those streets that are
located and head in the direction of the area in which laws are changed. She encouraged members
to support the proposal, which she felt to be a “win-win” for all.
Reverend Michael B. Rogers, 118 Springfield Way (President of the IMA), relayed appreciation for
the process that had taken place in the consideration of the request. He stated that their efforts were
to seek recognition for Dr. King in Dover, Delaware, and urged members to approve the
recommendation to rename Court, Duke of York, and William Penn Streets as Martin Luther King
Street.
Reverend Richard Avant, Pastor of Calvary Baptist Church, 9 Waterwheel Circle, commended
Reverend Dixon for his recent election to City Council and acknowledged that his Pastor and Bishop
were in attendance. He thanked God for utilizing Councilman Perza for providing an alternative
recommendation. Referring to the recent passing of Councilwoman Sophia Russell, Reverend Avant
thanked members of Council for their presence during her “going home” ceremony and for the
naming of a room in the Library in her honor.
Mr. Bob Federwitz, 105 Revolutionary Boulevard, thanked members for the opportunity to speak
and stated that he moved to the City of Dover two (2) years ago. In doing research before their
move, he advised members that he and his wife were excited to learn that the City of Dover was
forward thinking, particularly in the the building of a new library. He relayed support for the
renaming of the streets in honor of Dr. King; however, he felt that the library should remain as the
Dover Public Library.
Mr. Gene Ruane, 122 Shadow Court, read the following statement into the record:
In just a few weeks the Country will celebrate a holiday in honor of Dr. Martin
Luther King, Jr.
Dover has a long and cherished tradition of remembering Dr. King's memory and
ideals on this day. The morning celebration at the Modern Maturity Center and the
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noon celebration at Delaware State University are well attended and memorable
events each year.
However, unlike the King January holiday, which comes just once a year, a
commemorative street name provides a physically permanent memorial that is
present all the time.
Naming a street represents a more concrete way for Dover to display its commitment
to Dr. King's memory and ideals.
Or, as Councilman Lynn suggested during the Legislative & Finance Committee
meeting on November 13th, remembering Dr. King's memory and ideals by renaming
a street in Dover will "make King's memory more visible and personal to a larger
cross section of the community."
Furthermore, a street touches more people than simply naming a public building or
park after him. People who wouldn't go to a building or park named for Dr. King
will drive on a commemorative street for business or personal reasons, especially if
the street is a gateway street into the city.
They will see the name at the intersections, on signs pointing to the road, and on
maps. It will pop up on Map Quest and GPS systems. More people will come into
contact with it.
I believe that Councilman's Perza's proposal to rename Court Street to honor
Dr. King's memory best satisfies the criteria that might be used to determine where
King's memory is best situated or placed within the city's streetscape.
First of all, Court Street connects well with existing commemorative and historic
places in the city.
Secondly, as Councilman Perza noted at the Nov. 13th LF&A meeting: Court Street
is a major gateway into the city and the State Capitol complex. It is a "prominent,
visible thoroughfare of the Capitol that serves as an entrance to the legislative
corridor which attracts attention from Delawareans and Legislators from all three
counties"--and I might add, "tourists" who come regularly to see the Capitol of the
First State.
Court Street contains a "mixture of residential neighborhoods." With the exception
of a small Route 13 strip, there is no commercial development.
And, as Councilman Perza further stated: "it would minimize much of the impact mentioned" in
prior hearings.
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The cost would be less than some other proposals.
And, from what I read in the minutes of this same meeting, persons who have been
advocating for such a commemorative street will support the Court Street proposal.
For all these reasons then, I urge the Council to designate Court Street as the street
to commemorate the memory and ideals of Dr. King.
Ms. Gwen Elliott, 999 Sorgham Mill Road, Magnolia, stated that public libraries throughout the
State of Delaware are named after their cities and felt that naming the facility anything other than
its city would be distracting, explaining that individuals would question a library’s location if named
something other than the city. Dover Public Library provides information as to its exact location;
therefore, she favored maintaining the Dover Public Library on the map.
Mr. Philemon Hill, property owner of 3728 N. DuPont Highway, felt that the majority of the
community did not favor the renaming of the library; however, they did support the renaming of
Court, Duke of York, and William Penn Streets as Martin Luther King Street. He stated that
according to history, before this country was founded by Columbus, Indians owned everything.
Someone then came over from Europe came over and started claiming land in the name of the
King/Queen. It was his hope that the Duke of York or William Penn did not steal land from the
Native Americans. Mr. Hill reminded members that Dr. King was a man of peace and had the desire
for everyone to have opportunities. Noting that Councilman Perza had photos of his daughters on
the presentation provided, he reminded members that Dr. King also had daughters before he was
assassinated and was unable to raise and teach his daughters, who did; however, grow up with a
family structure. He reminded members that Dr. King tried to provide this country with a conscience
and had the desire for everyone to be provided the right to express their liberty. He noted that many
men and women lost their lives in order to maintain freedom. He requested that all keep freedom
and be free at last.
Reverend Ellis Louden, 3 Michael Court (Pastor of Mt. Zion AME Church), reminded members of
the significance of the issue and the life of the community. He advised members of a trip he recently
took to Seattle, Washington, where there is a major thoroughfare going through Seattle named
Martin Luther King Way, and the county seat for Seattle is named for Dr. King. He felt that all have
come to the conclusion that Dover, Delaware, must join the many communities who have gone
through these types of processes to determine how to honor a man who was important not only to
a community but important to the nation and world. He stated that it was time for members of City
Council to make the historic decision to allow Dover, Delaware, to join other communities across
this nation, including Seattle, Washington.
There being no one else wishing to speak, Council President Leary declared the public hearing
closed.
Mr. Lynn advised members that he was first introduced to the issue of renaming a street in honor of
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during a Towne Point/White Oak Community Homeowners' Association
Meeting. After listening to a presentation provided at that time, he realized that, for his constituents,
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the street renaming held significantly more import to their community than merely honoring
Dr. King, including the essence of social justice and a sense of self and worth. As a result, he
forwarded the issue to the LF&A Committee for their review and recommendation to City Council.
Acknowledging that this had not been an easy journey, Mr. Lynn relayed appreciation to Mr. Perza
for his support and for crafting a compromise that would allow this overdue honor to become a
reality. He stated that their Mr. Perza's and his own daughters would stand on Martin Luther King
Boulevard in several years and know that their fathers had a role in making it possible. He quoted
“It shouldn’t be easy to do amazing things, then everything would be amazing. It’s the things you
fight for and struggle with before earning that have the greatest worth. When something is difficult
to come by, you’ll do that much more to make sure it’s even harder or impossible to lose.”
Mr. Lynn moved to approve changing the name of Court Street, Duke of York Street, and William
Penn Street to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard; including renaming the internal drive isle within
the Garden Court Apartments as Court Street and also including retaining the name Court Street for
the alley street segment on the south side of the current Court Street between River Road and
Cowgill Street; and that plaques and/or other demarcations be installed noting the streets formally
known as Duke of York and William Penn Streets. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson.
Mr. Perza suggested that Staff Recommendation #4 be excluded so that there would be no variation
for Court Street to be reflected as north or south. Although there were no objections by the maker
and seconder of the motion, it was noted that the motion did not include variations for Court Street.
Mr. Bonar noted that there were no residents of Court Street who spoke either in favor of or against
the renaming of the streets. He stated his support for honoring Dr. King and that the naming of a
street had good intent and that renaming Court Street to Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard was a
fine gesture; however, he felt that the land located at the corner of North Street and Governors
Avenue should be devoted as Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Park. It was his feeling that by utilizing
a park area, a diorama could be included about Dr. King (what he went through and what he taught
everyone in terms of civil rights), which would educate future generations more than simply riding
on a street named in honor of Dr. King. He commended Mr. Perza for submitting a compromise on
the street selected for renaming in honor of Dr. King.
Referring to a statement made by Mr. Daisey, Mr. Hare stated that he agreed that as the capital of
First State, it was important that Dr. King be included in the City of Dover’s history. He stated that
he supported the renaming of Court Street in honor of Dr. King, particularly since it serves as a
gateway to Legislative Hall and the legislative part of the capital city. However, the names provided
for the Duke of York and William Penn Streets also represented the City’s history. Quoting
Dr. King, Mr. Hare stated that “the process needs to be as pure as the results.” It was his feeling that
if the results eliminate a significant part of Delaware’s history, then the results are not as pure as the
process. He reiterated his support for the renaming of Court Street; however, he explained that he
would not support the renaming of the Duke of York or William Penn Streets.
Mr. Hutchison relayed appreciation to all those who participated in the process. He reminded
members that Dr. King gave his life for all peoples and this is a better place today because of his
efforts. He noted that there is only one (1) street in the State of Delaware that is the home of the
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State Capital and that is Court Street, which leads up to Legislative Hall and represents the most
powerful building and serves as the home of the General Assembly, Governor, and Lt. Governor, and
where laws are passed for all residents.
Mr. Anderson indicated his hope that tonight, City Council would conclude the process for renaming
the streets in honor of Dr. King. He felt that approval of the motion would take into consideration
real people and protect them from being impacted negatively and that the impact in the community
would be extraordinarily positive. Referring to the public testimony, he noted that members heard
an overwhelming and united sentiment regarding this issue. He stated his willingness to consider
taking action for William Penn, due to his historical significance. In addition to the proposal, he
stated the importance of including part of the legislative park, at least one (1) of the streets, since
there was momentum not just to name a street but to continue to build upon that legacy, and he
suggested possible memorials in the future. It was Mr. Anderson’s opinion that members should also
approve markers in the Legislative Mall area to recognize Duke of York and William Penn so that
history is not taken away but only added to the City.
Responding to Mr. Lynn, Mr. Koenig felt that it would be possible to have the new street signs in
place by January 15th; however, he reminded members that City staff would need to work with the
Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) in making these changes. He stated that the
historical markers would take longer to complete. Mr. Anderson suggested that the changes be
completed by January 21st - on Martin Luther King Day.
Mr. Lynn moved to amend the motion so that the dedication could take place on January 21, 2013,
the day the nation celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday, seconded by Mr. Anderson.
Council President Leary felt that the proposal was more than just renaming a street. Having recently
spoken during the service for the late Councilwoman Russell, he was reminded of how blessed we
are to be living in the world of today. It was his feeling that renaming the street was the least City
Council could do to commemorate a great man and a great movement.
On a call for the question, the motion to approve changing the name of Court Street, Duke of
York Street, and William Penn Street to Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard; also including
the renaming the internal drive isle within the Garden Court Apartments as Court Street and
also including retaining the name Court Street for the alley street segment on the south side
of the current Court Street between River Road and Cowgill Street; and that plaques and/or
other demarcations identify the streets formally known as Duke of York and William Penn
Streets and that the dedication take place on January 21, 2013, on the day the nation celebrates
Dr. Martin Luther King’s birthday, was carried by a roll call vote of eight (8) yes (Anderson,
Dixon, Lynn, Perza, Bonar, Hutchison, and Leary), one (1) no (Hare) and one (1) absent
(Williams).
There being no objections, Council President Leary declared a five (5) minute recess.
Meeting recessed at 9:05 p.m. and reconvened at 9:16 p.m.
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Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, referred to Staff
Recommendation #3 and questioned if the motion included renaming the streets appropriately as
north and south.
Mr. Bonar moved to rename Duke of York Street as Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard North
and William Penn Street as Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard South, seconded by Mr. Perza
and unanimously carried.
Mr. Perza commended the leadership of the “alliance,” the many, many reverends that were
responsible for keeping this dream of theirs alive. He also recognized Councilman Lynn, noting that
although they are political opposites, they have shared the support of honoring Dr. King, and relayed
appreciation for his willingness to meet with the community and his leadership in bringing this
matter forward.
BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS EXEMPTION REPORT - OCTOBER 25, 2012
The Board of Assessment Appeals Committee met on October 25, 2012, with Chairman Garfield
presiding.
Exemptions
1. B. 1. Friends of the Capitol Theater, Inc.
Location: 226 S. State Street – ED05-077.09-04-22.00
Background and Analysis
An appeal form was submitted to the Assessor's Office.
This property was recently added to the taxable property in July 2011.
In 2000, this property was approved for a10 year property tax abatement under the Dover Downtown
Development Incentives.
Property taxes have been paid for 2011 & 2012.
Exemption Request (2012 & future billings)
$2,023,500
Representing the Friends of the Capitol Theater were the following:
Connie Welde
Dr. William Johnston
Sylvia Cowell
Sandra Conner
Kim Ritter
Amir Mohammadi
Vita Pickrum
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Ms. Cowell explained to the board how important the organization is to the City of Dover and its
surrounding area. She told the board that the Theater had been exempt from taxes for the past
10 years and would like to be exempt from property taxes for another 10 years.
Mr. Mohammadi expressed concern about the troubling economy. He explained that when the
economy is in decline, so are the ticket sales for the art center. Mr. Mohammadi told the board that
the expenses for the center are currently going up while the revenue is going down.
Ms. Ritter went over the program which was handed out to the board members.
Mr. Burns asked the board members if the Theater had the 501(c)3 status.
The members explained that the theater does have the exempt status which is consistent with Wesley
College and Delaware State University.
Mr. Burns asked if the organization was also exempt from taxes with the county.
Mrs. Welde explained that due to the fact that the organization did not have the exempt status before
the year 1987, they do not qualify for the exemption with the county. She told the board about a law
that kept them from automatically getting the exemption. The organization is in the process of
appealing this decision.
Chairman Garfinkel wanted to make sure that everybody present knew that the purpose of the Board
of Assessment Appeals was to make sure the organization falls under the requirement needed to
qualify for the exemption.
The Assessor wanted to clarify that the tax exemption the Theater had previously was due to a 10
year Tax Abatement, which is a program the city offers to property owners who purchase property
in the Downtown Dover Area. Renovations made to the property are not taxed for 10 years while
in this program. This 10 year period had just come to a close.
Mr. Burns asked how the art center falls within the already exempt properties within the city, such
as churches, colleges, museums, or for example the Dover Art League. He wanted to make sure the
board would be consistent if they decide to grant the exemption.
The Assessor explained that schools and colleges are state owned and therefore are exempt. She
gave examples of other organizations which are tax exempt.
Mr. Burns asked the Treasurer Mrs. Welde if the theater is able to sustain itself.
Mrs. Welde explained that they are applying for grants and sponsorships which help sustain events.
She told the Board that Wesley College and Delaware State University contribute on a monthly basis
as well. Mrs. Welde told Mr. Burns that they are sustaining, but a lot of this is based on the
contribution made by the Colleges.
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Chairman Garfinkel asked how many board members the organization had and if this was in
compliance with the bylaws of the organization. He was told that there were in all, 9 members. 3
of which were associated with Delaware State University and 3 were associated with Wesley
College.
The board members explained that both of these colleges help financially in keeping the doors of the
theater open.
When asked about the rental of the room in the Theater, the applicants present, explained that while
they do have rooms for rent, the income made is used to fund expenses of the Theater. They also
let area schools use the rooms.
Mr. Burns was concerned that in the future the theater could start making a profit on the rental of
their rooms and ticket sales and would no longer qualify for the exemption. He was wondering if
there were checks and balances in place to ensure the organization still falls within the requirements
of the exempt qualifications.
The Assessor explained that the city can request current 501(c)3 paperwork at any time to ensure the
organization still falls under the exempt status.
The committee recommended honoring the request for exemption but with the stipulation that the
City would request proof of the 501(c)3 status periodically.
By consent agenda, Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Hutchison and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Williams absent).
A copy of the by-laws for this organization had been requested by the board members. After
reviewing these by-laws, the members of the board felt that their decision to approve the request for
exemption was consistent with other exempt properties within the city.
1. C.1. Rector Wardens & Vestryman of Christ Episcopal Church
Location: 509 S State St. – ED05-077.09-05-45.00
Background and Analysis
An appeal form was submitted to the Assessor's Office.
This property was purchased by the church in April 2012.
At this time, the building is vacant.
Exemption Request (2012 & future billings)
$125,100
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Rector Weaver was present for the hearing. He told the board that the church purchased the property
in April of 2012 and was planning to demolish the home on the property due to the fact that it is an
eyesore and unsafe. The church is not planning on building anything on this property and therefore
has no plans for this property.
Mr. Burns wanted to make sure that the church has no plans to use the building in the future and that
the church is actively pursuing the demolition permit.
Rector Weaver assured Mr. Burns that the home located on the property is unsafe and needs to be
demolished.
Chairman Garfinkel asked if Rector Weaver had anything else to add, when Rector Weaver
explained to the board that the church is tax exempt and that all of the properties owned by the
church are used for the purpose of the church.
Chairman Garfinkel asked the Assessor if she had anything to add.
Ms. Russell explained to the board that all the properties adjoined to the properties, which are owned
by the church, are exempt from taxes.
Mr. Burns told the board that he is familiar with the property and agrees with Rector Weaver, that
the building was in bad shape.
Chairman Garfinkel explained that the state laws require the entity to use the property for their
mission and based on what had been told the property would not be used for church purposes.
Rector Weaver requested the application to be withdrawn which would give him time to prepare for
the hearing.
The Committee recommended acceptance of the withdrawal made by Rector Weaver.
By consent agenda, Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Hutchison and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Williams absent).
By consent agenda, Mr. Bonar moved for acceptance of the Board of Assessment Appeals
Exemption Report, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and carried by a unanimous roll call vote
(Williams absent).
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - DECEMBER 10, 2012
Except for the following time sensitive issue, the Utility Committee Report from December 10, 2012
will be presented to Council during their Regular Meeting of January 14, 2013 for Council’s review
and consideration.
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Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, introduced Mr. Patrick McCullar, President and Chief Executive
Officer and Ms. Kimberly Schlichting, Vice President - Administration, both of whom were
representing the Delaware Municipal Electric Cooperative (DEMEC). Mr. Koenig advised members
that the Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) is a state-mandated policy that obligates each retail
seller of electricity to include in its resource portfolio annually increasing amounts of electricity from
Qualifying Renewable Energy Resources through 2025, when it will reach the goal of 25% with at
least 3% from solar renewable resources. Qualifying Renewable Energy Resources include solar
electric, wind, ocean tidal, ocean thermal, fuel cells powered by renewable fuels, hydroelectric
facilities with a maximum capacity of 30 megawatts (MW), sustainable biomass, anaerobic
digestion, and landfill gas. Prior to 2010, municipal electric utilities were exempted from the RPS
requirements. In 2010, the Delaware RPS was revised under Senate Substitute No. 1 for Senate
Bill 119 to require all utilities to participate, including municipal utilities, but allowing municipal
electric companies to exempt themselves provided that they develop and implement a program
comparable to the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards for ratepayers beginning in the 2013
Compliance Year (June 1, 2013 thru May 31, 2014). There was no clear standard for a “comparable
plan,” but the statute imposes an “alternative compensation payment” of $25 per megawatt-hour for
non-compliance in the first year, increasing to $80 per megawatt-hour by the third year, which must
be passed to consumers. For the 2013 planning year, Dover must purchase 10% of its calculated load
from qualified renewable resources, including 0.6% from solar photovoltaic resources, to comply
with the statute.
Mr. Koenig noted that DEMEC’s draft proposal encourages qualifying renewable energy resources
and provides for a five (5) year planning cycle and annual and monthly compliance reconciliation
for DEMEC members. DEMEC also has entered into contracts with qualifying renewable resources
that will ensure compliance for its members for five (5) years, but only through planning year 2015.
He stated that compliance based upon consumption would be complicated (i.e. industrial customers
with loads in excess of 1,500 kWh may apply for exemption, but they must apply, it is not assumed;
surplus solar capacity and facilities with Delaware-made equipment receive a multiplier, and
compliance is suspended if costs increase by 3% (1% for solar)). DEMEC’s proposal would free
Dover from the process of submitting its own plan.
Mr. Koenig informed members that DEMEC provides full requirements service to its members,
making compliance with RPS an integral part of the services. Although Dover is a member of
DEMEC, it does not have the same financial obligations as the other members. Consequently, it
would be necessary for Dover to enter into additional agreements with DEMEC concerning the scope
of services, planning obligations, acquisition responsibility when DEMEC acquires qualified
renewable resources, and compensation to DEMEC for the term of the renewable resource contract.
These and other terms would be negotiated in the months ahead. Mr. Koenig indicated that this
request for action was limited solely to the joint filing of a plan.
Mr. Koenig indicated that the City evaluated whether to file a separate compliance plan or to join
with DEMEC. He advised members that, on the assumption that the RPS and the “circuit breaker”
to protect against higher costs would remain in effect, conversations with The Energy Authority
(TEA), DEMEC, and Mr. Kirk Betts, the City’s Utility Attorney, led staff to conclude that the City
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of Dover should join in DEMEC’s proposed RPS Plan as outlined in the Municipal Electric Utilities
Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan. Staff recommended that the City join the DEMEC Renewable
Portfolio Standard Plan.
Mr. McCullar stated that he was present to discuss the RPS plan and the possibility of DEMEC
acting as agent for the City of Dover in the implementation of the filing and compliance with the
plan. He complimented Mr. Koenig on his summary of the plan and noted one (1) correction,
advising members that municipal plans do not have a non-compliance penalty payment. He
explained that DEMEC was given flexibility by the General Assembly to design plans and this was
being done with the goal of having a plan that is fairly comparable to the plan mandated for
Delmarva Power. Mr. McCullar noted that the plan would seek to minimize the impact on
DEMEC’s rate payers and to stay below the circuit breakers that are built into the legislation defining
RPS (1% cost of retail sales on an annual basis for solar and 3% for non-solar, such as wind and
other renewables). He indicated that the plan distributed to the local regulatory authorities
(municipalities) must be adopted by the local regulatory authority, and filed with the General
Assembly and the Delaware Energy Office. From that point, there is an obligation to meet the
compliance targets which are determined on an annual basis as a percentage of retail electric sales;
for example, if a set amount of kWh is generated in a year, a schedule determines the percentage of
those kWh’s that must come from Qualifying Renewable Energy Resources, and there is a subset
of solar renewable energy portfolio units. Mr. McCullar advised members that a five (5) year time
frame was chosen for DEMEC’s compliance plan because this is the duration of the State energy
plan and also because it was felt that conditions in the electric industry and the persuasions of the
General Assembly may change, causing modifications to the RPS law. He noted that DEMEC would
be responsible for the compliance obligation for the other eight (8) municipal electric utilities
involved. He indicated that the plan was designed in anticipation that the City of Dover would
approach DEMEC to be its agent and DEMEC was prepared to do so. Mr. McCullar noted that
DEMEC currently had a partial requirements agreement with the City of Dover for certain activities
and that amendments would have to be made to define the responsibilities and payment obligations,
should DEMEC (as the agent for Dover and the other eight (8) municipal electric utilities) acquire
renewable energy resources or build them to create a supply that meets compliance obligations.
Responding to Mr. Hutchison, Mr. McCullar stated that DEMEC’s contract with the City would
extend through 2025, since it was known that there was an absolute compliance obligation that 25%
of DEMEC’s energy resources come from renewables at that time. Decisions would be made in five
(5) year increments regarding what “the curve would look like” to meet the 25%. If the DEMEC
Board of Directors (including Mr. Koenig) were to decide that a project must be built or a contract
for output from a particular project to meet the compliance obligation in 2025 was necessary, an
agreement would be put in place that would allow the City of Dover to participate in that economic
project and have part of their compliance obligation met.
In response to Mr. Bonar, Mr. McCullar reassured members that Mr. Koenig would be a voting
member of the DEMEC Board of Directors. He stated that no legislative approval would be needed
to amend the original plan if the City were to enter into the agreement with DEMEC. He explained
that the municipal plans are viewed as nine (9) separate plans, since the legislation requires that each
local regulatory authority have a plan; however, the DEMEC Board agreed that the best approach
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for all concerned was to have a unified plan with nine (9) separate reporting categories. He noted
that the composition of the electric customer base is different in each community. Mr. McCullar
indicated that industrial customers with a 1,500 KW demand can exempt themselves. He stated that
regulations had very recently been changed to state that industrial customers are automatically
exempt and need not apply. Mr. McCullar noted that DEMEC would advise each community of its
annual sales and the percentage of these sales that come from qualifying industrial customers, and
this would be subtracted from their obligation. He informed members that the City of Dover has
quite a few qualifying customers (as does Newark); however, the Towns of Clayton and Smyrna
have very few; therefore, a higher percentage of their total sales would be subject to compliance.
As the annual compliance reporting is performed, DEMEC would make calculations to determine
the actual year-to-year obligations and show how this was met with qualifying resources.
In response to Mr. Bonar, Mr. McCullar confirmed that DEMEC would be responsible if they were
unable to meet the specified goals; however, he noted that “there is very little in the plan” that allows
for a penalty and that new legislation would have to be passed to impose a penalty on DEMEC.
Noting that the City’s solar plan ran “full bore,” generating 3% of the City’s electric supply during
the previous summer, Mr. Snaman inquired about sources of renewable energy other than wind and
solar. Responding, Mr. McCullar noted that there was a variety of sources, including geothermal,
heated water solar, tidal, and small hydro energy, and that wind produces the most efficiency.
DEMEC had a contract for wind energy for a project proposed by Bluewater Wind; however, this
facility was never built. Mr. McCullar noted that DEMEC worked closely with the University of
Delaware and that Professor Willett Kempton, from the University, performed a number of studies
on wind resources in Delaware and discovered that there was not enough efficiency in wind
resources to build wind farms in the State. He advised members that one (1) windmill was running
in Lewes (a University of Delaware project) and, although it receives the benefit of offshore winds,
its efficiency is “not too great.” He explained that DEMEC recently had Duke Energy build a
69 MW commercial wind farm operation on top of a mountain ridge in north central Pennsylvania
where there was very good wind efficiency and DEMEC will receive 100% of the energy from this
facility, which will serve the organization’s non-solar renewable energy credit compliance for quite
a few years into the future.
In response to Mr. Snaman regarding plans for other renewable energy projects, Mr. Koenig
explained that the City was being approached by various solar developers (at least two (2)
specifically) and stated that the Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan must be put in place before
additional solar construction was considered. He noted that this was likely to come up in the future.
Responding to Mr. Snaman, Mr. McCullar stated that natural gas did not qualify as renewable
energy. He indicated that the General Assembly allowed for a fuel cell powered by natural gas and
that carbon-based resources would not qualify.
Mr. McCullar stated that DEMEC’s plan as the administrator would be to identify the most
economic and efficient projects that can be put in with the goal of creating the least burden possible
on rate payers while maintaining compliance.
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The Committee recommended that the City join the Delaware Municipal Energy Cooperative
(DEMEC) Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan, as recommended by staff.
During the Council Meeting, at the request of Mr. Bonar, Mr. Koenig briefed members regarding
this matter.
Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Hutchison.
Mr. Anderson stated his opinion that the RPS mandates that have been opposed were wrong. He
stated that the idea that 25% of the State’s energy is going to come from renewable sources was a
fantasy. He explained that this idea would not come to fruition unless there was rationing and cost
rationing. He felt that the State should come to reality and noted that the RPS were already costing
the rate payers of the State a great deal of money and that Delaware has some of the highest electric
rates in the country due to these mandates that were wrong.
Responding to Mr. Lynn, Mr. Koenig stated that he was not aware of any statutory financial impact
should the City elect not to join the Delaware Municipal Energy Cooperative Renewable Portfolio
Standard Plan. However, he stated that the City was required to file a plan with the State Energy
Office and that staff had elected to do so by joining the Delaware Municipal Energy Cooperative
Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan since it would put all the State’s municipalities on the same level
“playing field.” Although he understood the objections and concerns regarding the RPS, he
reminded members that it was currently the law. He felt that the City could make rational arguments
to amend the law but, at this time, the City needed to abide by the current law as written. Mr. Koenig
assured members that approval of the Committee’s recommendation would put the City in
compliance with the law. He also indicated that the Governor’s Office had been very clear that the
municipal electric rates were a concern.
Concurring with Mr. Anderson, Mr. Bonar stated that this particular action would put the City in line
with the rules and regulations mandated by the legislature. He felt that although the City may not
have financial repercussions at the present time, if the City did not join the other municipalities and
file along with DEMEC according to the standards, the legislators could, at a later date, decide to
enact penalties that may have an adverse impact on the City in general.
Mr. Anderson stated that although there may be a rational basis to approve the recommendation, he
also believes there was a rational basis for sending a message, even a temporary one, in hopes that
the legislators would “wake up.”
In response to Mr. Hare, Mrs. Mitchell explained that the law requires the municipality to show that
a plan has been filed and approved by the municipality’s governing body. She stated that if City
Council approved the Committee’s recommendation, the City would have met the law. The Plan
had been prepared to meet the standards and had been prepared on behalf of all utilities. She also
indicated that action to meet the law must be accomplished by January 1, 2013.
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On a call for the question by Mr. Hare, the motion to approve the Committee’s
recommendation for acceptance of staff's recommendation that the City join the Delaware
Municipal Energy Cooperative (DEMEC) Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan was carried by
a roll call vote of six (6) yes (Dixon, Lynn, Bonar, Hare, Hutchison, and Leary), two (2) no
(Anderson and Perza), and one (1) absent (Williams).
MONTHLY REPORTS - OCTOBER 2012
By motion of Mr. Bonar, seconded by Mr. Hutchison, the following monthly reports were
accepted by consent agenda:
Budget
City Assessor
City Manager
City Planner
Dover Fire Department
Economic Development Office
EVALUATION OF BIDS - ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that the City of Dover Electric Department was
continuously working on various electric system upgrades which include future capacity and future
growth projects. These projects require numerous hours of engineering design, as well as value
engineering and estimating. Earlier this year, staff solicited Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) to
provide electrical engineering services on a project by project (on-call) basis. Seven (7) submissions
were received, reviewed, and analyzed by City staff.
After careful review, staff felt that both Pike Energy Solutions and Power Consulting Engineers
(PCE) had all of the necessary experience and staff to perform any of the requested work without
using sub-consultants. In light of the number of projects to be undertaken in the Capital Investment
Plan (CIP), staff felt it would be in the City’s best interest to award a contract to both firms.
Mr. Koenig indicated that this would allow the Electric Department the flexibility to choose one (1)
of the firms based on their availability, expertise, and workload on a project by project basis. The
total cost over the term of each contract would likely exceed $25,000; however, the costs would be
reflected in the appropriate project budget or line item. He assured members that all awards under
this contract that exceed $25,000 would be brought back to City Council for award on the individual
project basis.
Staff recommended awarding a three (3) year contract with two (2) one (1) year extensions to Pike
Energy Solutions, LLC and Power Consulting Engineers (PCE) per their rate sheets included in the
referenced RFQ.
Responding to Mr. Perza, Mr. Koenig stated that approval of the recommendation would essentially
award two (2) separate contracts; however, he reiterated that all awards under the contracts that
exceed $25,000 would be brought back for Council’s review and approval.
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Mr. Bonar moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Anderson and
carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Williams absent).
EVALUATION OF BIDS - WESLEY COLLEGE STREETSCAPE ENHANCEMENT,
PHASE I
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reminded members that Wesley College had requested a new
parking lot on their campus, located on 22, 28 and 34 South State Street. The new parking lot would
also include demolition of an existing accessory building, storm sewer installation, and curb
installation. An easement was dedicated to the property for public use of the parking lot, thus
allowing use of Community Transportation Funds (CTF). However, he noted that certain
improvements within the project fall outside of the easement area. This portion of the work would
be paid for by the City of Dover with reimbursement by Wesley College. The City was in receipt
of a letter dated July 25, 2012 from Dr. Johnston indicating that Wesley College would reimburse
the City. Mr. Koenig stated that the total amount anticipated to be reimbursed is $4,083.98. The
Department of Public Works created bid documents and worked with the CTF Division of the
Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) to acquire the proper funding from local
legislators to fund this project.
Staff recommended approval of the low bid submitted by Corrado Construction Co., in the amount
of $96,976.57.
Mr. Bonar moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Anderson and
carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Williams absent).
APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT LEARY
Council President Leary requested approval of the following appointments:
Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee - Terms to Expire May 2013
David L. Bonar, Chairman (to fill the unexpired term of Sophia R. Russell)
Wallace R. Dixon (to fill the unexpired term of David L. Bonar - appointed as Chairman)
Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee - Term to Expire May 2013
Wallace R. Dixon (to fill the unexpired term of Sophia R. Russell)
By consent agenda, Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the appointments as recommended by
Council President Leary, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and carried by a unanimous roll call vote
(Williams absent).
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2012-23
The First Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2012-23 - FY13 Budget Revisions was accomplished
during the Council Meeting of November 26, 2012.
Mr. Bonar moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Dixon and unanimously carried.
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF DECEMBER 10, 2012 PAGE 24
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, reviewed those changes that would be incorporated into
the FY13 Budget as a result of the adoption of Ordinance #2012-23.
Mr. Bonar moved for adoption of Ordinance #2012-23 (Exhibit #2), seconded by Mr. Dixon
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Williams absent).
COUNCIL MEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Carey congratulated Councilman Dixon on his recent election to serve as a Fourth District
Councilman. He also relayed appreciation for the work done by everyone on the renaming of streets
to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Mayor Carey wished all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy
Holiday Season.
Mr. Perza advised members that he traveled around the City in the evening to enjoy the holiday
displays and was very impressed with those located on Oak Drive, Yearsley Avenue, South Bradford
Street, and Lotus Street (all located within the Second District).
Mr. Hare noted the difficulty getting across streets while traveling through the City on Loockerman
Street due to those who are attempting to make left-hand turns onto Governors Avenue, etc. He
suggested that this matter be referred to the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee to
consider the possibility of prohibiting left-hand turns during certain time periods.
Council President Leary reminded everyone that the next regularly scheduled Council Meeting
would be held on January 14, 2013; however, he noted that a Council Workshop had been scheduled
to be held on January 7, 2013 to discuss financial issues.
Council President Leary wished all a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays and suggested that they
enjoy the season with their family and friends.
Without objection, Council President Leary declared the meeting adjourned at 9:46 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of
December 10, 2012, are hereby approved.
CARLETON E. CAREY, SR.
MAYOR
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Exhibits
Exhibit #1 - Correspondence - Renaming of Streets in Honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Exhibit #2 - Ordinance #2012-23 - FY13 Budget Revisions
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Exhibit #1
Council Meeting December 10, 2012
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FINAL READING
CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2012-23 Exhibit #2
2012-2013 BUDGET ORDINANCES
Council Meeting December 10, 2012
GENERAL FUND - REVENUES AND BUDGET
1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL ME
2 The amount hereinafter named aggregating Thirty Eight Million, Five Hundred Four Thousand,
3 Seven Hundred dollars ($38,504,700) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby
4 appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the
5 Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending June 30, 2013:
6 ORIGINAL REVISED
7 2012/13 2012/13
8 BUDGET BUDGET
9 RECEIPTS
10 BEGINNING BALANCE 2,666,600 2,734,400
11
12 FINES AND POLICE REVENUE 668,000 668,000
13 INVESTMENT INCOME 75,000 75,000
14 LIBRARY REVENUES 66,200 66,200
15 KENT COUNTY BOOK REIMBURSEMENT 405,900 405,900
16 BUSINESS LICENSES 1,455,000 1,455,000
17 PERMITS AND OTHER FEES 1,053,300 1,053,300
18 MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES 55,500 55,500
19 POLICE EXTRA DUTY 494,400 494,400
20 PROPERTY TAXES 10,997,400 11,063,400
21 BID REVENUE 51,600 51,600
22 RECREATION REVENUE 130,000 130,000
23 FRANCHISE FEE 550,000 550,000
24 SANITATION FEES 2,690,200 2,690,200
25 RENT REVENUE - GARRISON FARM 62,000 62,000
26 COURT OF CHANCERY FEES 753,800 753,800
27 RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 19,508,300 19,574,300
28 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS
29 INTRAFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS W/WW 1,104,600 1,104,600
30 INTRAFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS ELECTRIC 3,224,500 3,224,500
31 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 4,329,100 4,329,100
32 GRANTS:
33 POLICE RELATED/EXTRA DUTY 85,000 85,000
34 POLICE PENSION GRANT 500,000 500,000
35 GREEN ENERGY GRANT 98,500 98,500
37 MISC GRANT REVENUE 25,000 25,000
39 GRANTS SUBTOTAL 708,500 708,500
40 TRANSFERS FROM:
41 TRANSFER TAX 1,370,000 1,370,000
42 MUNICIPAL STREET AID 527,400 527,400
43 CIVIL TRAFFIC PENALTIES 750,000 750,000
44 WATER/WASTEWATER 500,000 500,000
45 ELECTRIC 8,000,000 8,000,000
47 VERIZON AND CI RESERVES 11,000 11,000
50 TRANSFERS FROM SUBTOTAL 11,158,400 11,158,400
51
52 TOTAL REVENUES 35,704,300 35,770,300
53
54 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUE 38,370,900 38,504,700
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55 GENERAL FUND EXPENSE SUMMARY
56 ORIGINAL REVISED
57 2012/13 2012/13
58 BUDGET BUDGET
59 DEPARTMENT EXPENSES:
60 CITY CLERK 326,900 326,900
61 COUNCIL 114,200 114,200
62 TAX ASSESSOR 187,500 187,500
63 FIRE 688,300 688,300
64 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 993,300 1,008,100
65 LIBRARY 1,250,200 1,250,200
66 RECREATION 713,400 715,400
67 LIFE SAFETY 469,900 471,200
68 CODE ENFORCEMENT 293,100 295,100
69 PLANNING 410,300 412,300
70 INSPECTIONS 592,200 596,900
71 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 231,100 231,100
72 POLICE 13,195,200 13,195,200
73 POLICE EXTRA DUTY 579,400 579,400
74 STREETS 756,700 772,200
75 SANITATION 2,140,700 2,152,800
76 CITY MANAGER 420,000 420,000
77 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 642,700 642,700
78 FINANCE 879,500 879,500
79 PUBLIC SERVICES - ADMINISTRATION 468,600 472,600
80 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 678,800 683,500
81 CENTRAL SERVICES 576,900 578,200
82 FLEET MAINTENANCE 712,700 716,100
83 CUSTOMER SERVICE 901,200 901,200
84 HUMAN RESOURCES 319,700 319,700
85 MAYOR 82,400 82,400
86 DEPARTMENT SUBTOTALS 28,624,900 28,692,700
87 OTHER EXPENDITURES:
88 DEBT SERVICE 624,200 624,200
89 CONTRIBUTION TO DDP 180,000 180,000
90 MISCELLANEOUS GRANT RELATED EXPENSES 25,000 25,000
91 INSURANCE 600,000 600,000
92 RETIREES HEALTH CARE 1,620,600 1,620,600
93 OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 463,400 463,400
94 GENERAL PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 1,310,500 1,310,500
95 POLICE PENSION FUND - STATE GRANT 500,000 500,000
96 POLICE PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 95,000 95,000
97 UNCOLLECTIBLES - TRASH AND OTHER 10,000 10,000
99 STREET LIGHTS 869,700 869,700
100 OTHER EXPENSE SUBTOTAL 6,298,400 6,298,400
101 TRANSFERS
102 TRANSFER TO CAPITAL FUND - PROJECTS 613,400 613,400
103 TRANSFERS SUBTOTAL 613,400 613,400
104 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 35,536,700 35,536,700
105 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 2,834,200 2,968,000
106 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENDITURES 38,370,900 38,504,700
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107 GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND SUMMARY
108 ORIGINAL REVISED
109 2012/13 2012/13
110 BUDGET BUDGET
111 BEGINNING BALANCE 294,400 241,100
112 BEGINNING BALANCE - Library Project - (95,500)
113 REVENUES
114 STATE GRANTS - Library 884,200 1,746,000
115 PROPOSED BOND/BANK PROCEEDS - Library 317,500 648,500
116 INCOME FROM SALE OF ASSETS 1,200,000 1,200,000
117 LIBRARY FOUNDATION DONATIONS - 71,000
118 KENT COUNTY CONTRIBUTION - 250,000
119 FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY DONATION - 102,400
120 DEMEC GRANT - 166,700
121 PROPOSED BANK PROCEEDS - Streets 2,000,000 2,000,000
122 PROPOSED BANK PROCEEDS - Garrison 2,000,000 -
123 STATE GRANTS - DEMA 108,000 158,000
124 POLICE GRANTS 33,800 33,800
125 MUNICIPAL STREET AID CAPITAL CONTRIBUTION - 132,200
126 TRANSFER FROM FUTURE CAPACITY RESERVE - 2,000,000
127 TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND 613,400 613,400
128 TOTAL REVENUES 7,156,900 9,122,000
129 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUES 7,451,300 9,267,600
130 EXPENDITURES
131 FIRE 238,500 238,500
132 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 112,000 112,000
133 LIBRARY 2,535,000 4,089,100
134 RECREATION 30,000 30,000
135 POLICE 197,000 197,000
136 STREETS 1,974,000 2,144,200
137 SANITATION 150,000 150,000
138 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 57,000 107,000
139 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 381,000 381,000
140 MAYOR 33,000 33,000
141 DEPARTMENT SUBTOTAL 5,707,500 7,481,800
142 TRANSFERS & MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES
143 BOND/LOAN ISSUANCE COST 56,000 -
144 TRANSFER TO COMMUNITY TRANS FUND 1,606,700 1,606,700
145 TRANSFERS & MISCELLANEOUS SUBTOTAL 1,662,700 1,606,700
146 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 7,370,200 9,088,500
147 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 81,100 179,100
148 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENDITURES 7,451,300 9,267,600
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149 WATER/WASTEWATER FUND SUMMARY
150 ORIGINAL REVISED
151 2012/13 2012/13
152 BUDGET BUDGET
153
154 BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER 865,100 884,600
155 BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER 853,000 867,800
156 BEGINNING BALANCE - KCSA (553,500) (553,500)
157 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 1,164,600 1,198,900
158 BASE REVENUE:
159 WATER FEES 4,730,700 4,730,700
160 WASTEWATER FEES 3,834,600 3,834,600
161 WASTEWATER ADJUSTMENT FEES 3,090,800 3,090,800
162 GROUNDWATER INFLOW ADJUSTMENT 1,257,600 1,257,600
163 WATER TANK SPACE LEASING 313,500 313,500
164 SEWER IMPACT FEES 317,000 317,000
165 WATER IMPACT FEES 350,000 350,000
166 INTEREST - WATER 8,700 8,700
167 INTEREST - WASTEWATER 17,100 17,100
168 MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE FEE 77,000 77,000
169 TOTAL REVENUES 13,997,000 13,997,000
170 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUES 15,161,600 15,195,900
171 DIRECT EXPENSES:
172 ENGINEERING & INSPECTION 597,900 601,900
173 WATER CONSTRUCTION 345,700 352,400
174 WATER DEPARTMENT 408,200 415,000
175 WATER TREATMENT PLANT 1,522,600 1,535,400
176 WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT 993,000 997,000
177 DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTAL 3,867,400 3,901,700
178 OTHER EXPENSES:
179 DEBT SERVICE - WATER 532,100 532,100
180 DEBT SERVICE - WASTEWATER 731,500 731,500
181 RETIREES HEALTH CARE 220,000 220,000
182 OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 16,200 16,200
184 PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 309,800 309,800
185 KENT COUNTY TREATMENT CHARGE 3,600,000 3,600,000
186 INTRAFUND SERVICE FEES 1,235,400 1,235,400
187 UNCOLLECTIBLES 5,000 5,000
188 INVENTORY/FIXED ASSET WRITEOFFS 5,000 5,000
189 OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 6,655,000 6,655,000
190 TRANSFER TO:
191 GENERAL FUND FROM WATER 250,000 250,000
192 GENERAL FUND FROM WASTEWATER 250,000 250,000
193 WATER IMP AND EXT 1,700,000 1,700,000
194 WASTEWATER IMP AND EXT 1,200,000 1,200,000
199 CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE WATER 70,000 70,000
200 CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE WASTEWATER 22,000 22,000
201 TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 3,492,000 3,492,000
202 TOTAL EXPENSES 14,014,400 14,048,700
203 BUDGET BALANCES
204 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE WATER 482,700 482,700
205 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE WASTEWATER 664,500 664,500
207 SUBTOTAL CURRENT YEAR BALANCES 1,147,200 1,147,200
208 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCES & EXPENSES 15,161,600 15,195,900
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209 WATER/WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND
210 ORIGINAL REVISED
211 2012/13 2012/13
212 BUDGET BUDGET
213 BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER 3,071,800 3,811,200
214 BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER 1,013,600 2,641,000
217 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 4,085,400 6,452,200
218 REVENUES
219 BOND PROCEEDS - WATER - 2013 ISSUE 2,000,000 2,000,000
220 BOND PROCEEDS - WASTEWATER - 2013 ISSUE 2,000,000 2,000,000
221 TRANS FR OPERATING FUND FOR WATER 1,700,000 1,700,000
222 TRANS FR OPERATING FUND FOR WASTEWATER 1,200,000 1,200,000
223 TRANSFER FR WATER IMPACT FEE RESERVE 250,000 250,000
224 TRANSFER FR WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE RES 300,000 300,000
225 PROCEEDS FROM SALE OF ASSETS - -
226 INTEREST INCOME 25,000 25,000
227 TOTAL REVENUES 7,475,000 7,475,000
228 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES & REVENUES 11,560,400 13,927,200
229 EXPENSES
230 WATER 5,140,000 5,762,600
231 WASTEWATER 3,817,300 5,798,400
232 WATER TREATMENT PLANT 24,100 24,100
233 WATER CONSTRUCTION 31,000 31,000
234 ENGINEERING & INSPECTION 23,400 23,400
235 BOND ISSUANCE COST & DEBT SERVICE RESERVE 344,000 344,000
236 TOTAL EXPENSES 9,379,800 11,983,500
237 CUREENT YEAR BALANCE - WATER 1,655,500 1,772,300
238 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WASTEWATER 525,100 171,400
239 TOTAL ENDING BUDGET BALANCES 2,180,600 1,943,700
240 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCES & EXPENSES 11,560,400 13,927,200
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241 ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND SUMMARY
242 ORIGINAL REVISED
243 2012/13 2012/13
244 BUDGET BUDGET
245 BEGINNING BALANCE 7,184,000 7,201,500
246 BASE REVENUE:
247 DIRECT SALES TO CUSTOMER 85,071,400 85,071,400
249 UTILITY TAX 1,595,200 1,595,200
250 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 850,700 850,700
251 RENT REVENUE 225,000 225,000
252 GREEN ENERGY 129,000 129,000
253 INTEREST EARNINGS 107,800 107,800
256 TRANSFER FROM RATE STABILIZATION 5,400,000 5,400,000
257 INTRAFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS W/WW 130,800 130,800
258 TOTAL REVENUES 93,509,900 93,509,900
259 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUES 100,693,900 100,711,400
260 EXPENSES:
261 POWER SUPPLY - HEDGED ENERGY 39,468,900 39,468,900
262 PJM CHARGES - PURCHASED ENERGY 17,508,300 13,752,300
263 PJM CHARGES - TRANSMISSION & FEEES - 3,756,000
264 SOLAR ENERGY 1,414,500 1,414,500
265 SOLAR RENEWAL ENERGY CREDITS - 351,600
266 CAPACITY CHARGES - LOAD 12,564,800 12,564,800
267 POWER SUPPLY MANAGEMENT 996,000 996,000
268 SUB-TOTAL POWER SUPPLY 71,952,500 72,304,100
269 PLANT OPERATIONS 5,914,900 5,914,900
270 GENERATIONS FUELS 586,000 586,000
271 PJM SPOT MARKET ENERGY - (1,124,300)
272 PJM CREDITS (1,199,700) (427,000)
273 CAPACITY CREDITS (14,318,600) (14,318,600)
274 GENERATION SUBTOTAL (9,017,400) (9,369,000)
275 POWER SUPPLY & GENERATION SUBTOTAL 62,935,100 62,935,100
276 DIRECT EXPENDITURES
277 TRANSMISSION/DISTRIBUTION 3,223,600 3,233,700
278 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 1,163,900 1,171,300
279 ADMINISTRATION 501,200 501,200
280 METER READING 212,500 212,500
281 SYSTEMS OPERATIONS 517,600 517,600
282 DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTALS 5,618,800 5,636,300
283 OTHER EXPENSES:
284 UTILITY TAX 1,595,200 1,595,200
285 ALLOW FOR UNCOLLECTIBLES 150,000 150,000
286 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES - RFP'S 190,000 190,000
287 RETIREES HEALTH CARE 696,500 696,500
288 OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 157,900 157,900
289 TRANSFER TO PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 1,074,200 1,074,200
291 GREEN ENERGY PAYMENT TO DEMEC 129,000 129,000
292 INTRAFUND SERVICE FEES 3,224,500 3,224,500
293 INTEREST ON DEPOSITS 35,000 35,000
294 INVENTORY WRITE OFFS 175,000 175,000
297 DEBT SERVICE 3,323,600 3,323,600
298 OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 10,750,900 10,750,900
299 TRANSFER TO:
300 IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION 3,500,000 3,500,000
301 GENERAL FUND 8,000,000 8,000,000
307 TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 11,500,000 11,500,000
308 TOTAL EXPENSES 90,804,800 90,822,300
309 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 9,889,100 9,889,100
310 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENSES 100,693,900 100,711,400
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311 ELECTRIC IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND SUMMARY
312 ORIGINAL REVISED
313 2012/13 2012/13
314 BUDGET BUDGET
315 BEGINNING BALANCE 2,714,600 3,534,600
316 REVENUE
317 TRANSFER FROM ELECTRIC 3,500,000 3,500,000
318 TRANSFER FROM FUTURE CAPACITY RESERVE 550,000 550,000
319 INTEREST EARNINGS 40,700 40,700
320 TOTAL REVENUES 4,090,700 4,090,700
321 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUE 6,805,300 7,625,300
322 EXPENSES
323 ELECTRIC GENERATION 1,441,300 1,786,600
324 TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION 596,000 896,000
325 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 1,932,700 1,942,800
326 TOTAL EXPENSES 3,970,000 4,625,400
327 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 2,835,300 2,999,900
328 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENSES 6,805,300 7,625,300
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329 MUNICIPAL STREET AID
330 ORIGINAL REVISED
331 2012/13 2012/13
332 BUDGET BUDGET
333 BEGINNING BALANCE 100 132,200
334 REVENUES
335 STATE GRANTS 527,400 659,600
336 TOTAL REVENUES 527,400 659,600
337 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUES 527,500 791,800
338 EXPENDITURES
339 STREET IMPROVEMENTS - 264,300
340 TRANSFER TO GENERAL FUND 527,400 527,400
341 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 527,400 791,700
342 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 100 100
343 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENDITURES 527,500 791,800
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344 LIBRARY GRANT
345 ORIGINAL REVISED
346 2012/13 2012/13
347 BUDGET BUDGET
348 BEGINNING BALANCE - 30,000
349 REVENUE
350 STATE GRANT 280,500 280,500
351 TOTAL REVENUE 280,500 280,500
352 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUE 280,500 310,500
353 EXPENDITURES
354 FURNITURE/FIXTURES 52,300 62,900
355 PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES 15,300 17,100
356 OFFICE SUPPLIES 15,000 15,000
357 PRINTING & DUPLICATING 9,500 9,800
358 POSTAGE 200 200
359 BOOKS 95,000 95,000
360 COMPUTER HARDWARE 20,000 20,000
361 AUDIO VISUAL SUPPLIES 65,000 65,000
362 TRAINING/CONF/FOOD/TRAV 4,000 4,000
363 OFF EQP/REPAIRS & MAINT 4,200 4,200
364 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 280,500 293,200
365 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - 17,300
366 TOTALS 280,500 310,500
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367 POLICE GRANTS
368 ORIGINAL REVISED
369 2012/13 2012/13
370 BUDGET BUDGET
371 PRIOR YEAR BALANCE - 178,400
372 REVENUE
373 GRANTS RECEIVED 382,600 429,400
374 INTEREST INCOME - -
375 TOTAL REVENUE 382,600 429,400
376 TOTALS 382,600 607,800
377 EXPENDITURES
378 FURNITURE & FIXTURES - 15,000
379 OFFICE & COMPUTER SUPP - -
380 PHOTO EQUIPT & SUPPLIES - -
381 POLICE EQUIPT & PROG SUPP 64,000 87,000
382 UNIFORMS & BODY ARMOR - -
383 TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT 57,000 57,000
384 BUILDING IMPROVEMENTS - -
385 CELL PHONE CHARGES 15,000 15,000
386 TRAINING 17,000 27,000
387 AUDIT FEES 1,000 1,000
389 OTHER EQUIPMENT - 25,000
390 VEHICLE PURCHASE 10,500 10,500
391 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 164,500 222,500
392 OTHER FINANCING USES
393 OPERATING TRANSFERS-OUT 218,100 242,400
394 TOTAL FINANCING USES 218,100 242,400
395 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - 142,900
396 TOTALS 382,600 607,800
397 THE ABOVE BUDGET INCLUDES THE POLICE GRANTS FUND, USDOJ BYRNE
GRANTS FUND AS WELL AS THE OTHER FEDERAL POLICE GRANTS FUND.
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398 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
399 ORIGINAL REVISED
400 2012/13 2012/13
401 BUDGET BUDGET
402 BEGINNING BALANCE - 16,200
403 REVENUE
404 FEDERAL GRANT 235,300 317,200
405 TOTAL REVENUE 235,300 317,200
406 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUE 235,300 333,400
407 EXPENDITURES
408 SALARIES 38,300 38,300
409 FICA TAXES 2,900 2,900
410 WORKER'S COMPENSATION 200 200
411 PENSION 2,300 2,300
412 OPEB 3,300 3,300
413 COMMUNITY REVITAL. INFRASTRUCTURE - 60,100
414 CLOSING COST & DOWNPAYMENT PROGRAM 30,000 36,000
415 DOVER INTERFAITH MINISTRY 27,500 34,600
416 FIRST STATE RES CONSV & DEV 35,000 41,900
417 ELIZABETH W MURPHEY SCHOOL 20,000 20,000
418 NCALL RESEARCH 7,800 7,800
419 SERENITY PLACE 28,000 28,000
420 MILFORD HOUSING H/O REHAB PROGRAM 40,000 41,800
421 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 235,300 317,200
422 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - 16,200
423 TOTALS 235,300 333,400
Actions History
December 10, 2012 Scheduled for Final Reading by Council
November 27, 2012 - First Reading by Council
November 13, 2012 - Considered by Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee
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Certificate of Appreciation
presented to
Tonda Parks, Chairperson, Downtown
Dover Partnership Marketing and
Promotions Committee
in appreciation for
executing the Winter Wonderland Project, resulting in the
beautification of Downtown Dover.
We thank you for your continued contribution to the
Dover community.
January 14, 2013
___________________ ___________________
Carleton E. Carey, Sr. Thomas J. Leary
Mayor Council President
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee Meeting was held on
December 10, 2012, at 12:00 p.m. with Acting Chairman Bonar presiding. Members present were
Mr. Anderson and Mrs. Horsey. Mr. Lewis was absent.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
By unanimous consent, the agenda was accepted as presented.
Presentation - Economic Development Programs and Opportunities Available for the City of
Dover by Dr. Michael Casson, Director, University Center for Economic Development and
International Trade; Associate Professor of Economics; Dean, School of Graduate Studies and
Research, Delaware State University
Dr. Michael Casson, Delaware State University (DSU), acknowledged the recent passing of
Councilwoman Sophia Russell, noting that Mrs. Russell was a close friend, a tireless activist for the
City of Dover, and that she was missed by all.
Dr. Casson advised members that he grew up in the Dover area and the benefit of this community
was close to his heart. He expressed his pleasure at the economic progress made in the City to date
and his excitement to be part of its future. He explained that the DSU Center for Economic
Development and International Trade (UCEDIT) has been funded for five (5) years through the U.S.
Department of Commerce Economic Development with the goal of supporting economic
development initiatives throughout the State, and specifically in Kent and Sussex Counties. He
noted that he was happy to be working with Mr. Bill Neaton, City of Dover Economic Development
Director, and stated that Mr. Neaton had put forth some very good ideas and helped the City to make
great strides.
Dr. Casson reviewed a presentation entitled “Economic Development Strategies for the City of
Dover.”
Referring to Strategy 2: Business Development, Mr. Anderson stated that the Delaware Department
of Labor (DOL) offers programs that pay the equivalent of unemployment to individuals who have
been laid off or who want to start a business, such as contracting, which provides a basis for business
start up. Noting that DSU has an excellent Small Business Development Center on campus, he
inquired if DSU could coordinate with the DOL to make DOL program participants aware of the
expertise available through the Small Business Development Center and other programs offered.
Responding, Dr. Casson stated the coordination of enterprises and support services is very important
if UCEDIT and Delaware Economic Development Office (DEDO) programs are to achieve the
greatest impact for the City of Dover. He stated the possibility of tying “Pop-Up” projects to tax
incentive and business incubation opportunities.
Clarifying, Mr. Neaton explained that Project Pop-Up is a DEDO initiative whereby landlords agree
to provide three (3) months of free leasing and DEDO supplies approximately $500 toward interior
renovations if needed. The goal is to allow businesses to get started with virtually no cost so that
empty and vacant buildings will be filled.
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Responding to Mr. Bonar regarding participants in the City, Mr. Neaton advised members that three
(3) potential Pop-Up projects for the City were approved through DEDO and staff is currently
working with one (1) applicant (associated lease negotiations took place earlier that morning). The
other two (2) opted not to participate. He noted that the program would end on December 31, 2012;
however, it may continue if successful. Mr. Neaton explained that a monthly meeting called “Kent
is Open for Business” is held at Kent County Levy Court, and agencies such as the SCORE
Foundation, (previously known as the Service Core of Retired Executives; now recognized as
“Counselors to America’s Small Business”) Small Business Administration, DSU, Delaware
Technical and Community College (DT&CC), the Downtown Dover Partnership, the City’s
Economic Development Office, and the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce all participate to
assist fledgling businesses get started. He noted that during this group’s meeting held the previous
week, it was decided to enhance the focus to concentrate on businesses that wish to expand and to
expand marketing of Kent is Open for Business. Mr. Neaton stated that the operation has been
successful and the group had counseled 200 businesses.
Dr. Casson stated that if programs such as the Pop-Up Project or the Blue Collar Project (which
provides customized training for businesses) are coordinated with small business assistance, this
optimizes the chance for success and the City can bring about higher yields by taking advantage of
support services from DEDO and DSU, as well as interregional cooperation with the County.
Responding to Mr. Bonar, Dr. Casson stated that he was unaware of funding opportunities that
would allow representatives from the City to travel to other areas to solicit business; however, he
indicated that he would research possible funding.
Mr. Neaton noted that travel would become more important when the infrastructure at the Garrison
Tract was completed and it becomes a certified “shovel-ready” site.
Referring to Tax Increment Financing (TIF), Mr. Anderson inquired if this approach had been
utilized in Delaware and if measures should be sought through the General Assembly to make this
opportunity more viable in Delaware. Responding, Dr. Casson stated that a study must first be
performed to determine which district would be identified as a TIF area and a structure could then
be devised.
Mr. Bonar noted that TIF, Payment-in-Lieu of Taxes (PILOT), and projects that require inkind
contributions all cost money and that a method of repaying funds would have to be established. He
indicated that there may be other creative approaches and expressed his hope that the Committee
would be supportive of them.
Mr. Anderson noted that TIF would be favorable in some respects because it sets aside financing.
For example, he noted that if the runway at the Civil Air Terminal were upgraded to allow cargo, the
additional revenue realized could be used to pay off financing.
Mr. Bonar advised members that he and Mr. Anderson attended a seminar at the National League
of Cities Conference in November 2012 which addressed the importance of strategizing and
sustaining economic development. He felt that it was important that the City not “pull its head in
like a turtle”and stagnate, but make efforts to continue to sell the City.
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Concurring, Dr. Casson stated that businesses can only cut costs so much and must continue to think
“top line growth” and consider new initiatives.
Mr. Anderson indicated that he was pleased to see local use of tax incentive programs such as the
Rehabilitation Tax Credit (RTC) program, which was recently used for a project undertaken by
Mr. Henry Mast. He advised members that there are entire markets, such as the Washington, DC
area, where businesses in redeveloping areas sell tax credits to obtain more favorable financing. He
expressed his hope that over the next year a competitive strategy could be developed to utilize this
4% incentive and suggested that the City partner with DSU to build data to begin seeking
competitive grants.
Concurring, Dr. Casson stated that he was working with Mr. Neaton on a report to target techniques
to market the Garrison Tract utilizing North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) data.
Mr. Anderson expressed his concern about economic inclusion being part of the economic
development strategy. He felt that there were insufficient government funds to rebuild
neighborhoods; therefore, individuals would have to rebuild and improve their living situation
themselves. He noted that this could only be accomplished if income earned was greater than
minimum wage. He questioned how this could be incorporated in an economic development strategy
so that, as the City starts to turn around, “all the boats would be lifted.”
Dr. Casson stated that education must be attacked concurrently because turning the City around
would be dependent on the education and skill of its citizens, since this affects the attraction of
potential businesses. For this reason, DSU was communicating with DT&CC, the University of
Delaware, and Wesley College regarding workforce development classes.
Mr. Anderson noted that Chesapeake College in Maryland has a program that allows individuals to
get an accredited high school diploma. As a private school, this college can set its own qualifications
and participants are not required to meet the two (2) year foreign language requirement which the
State of Delaware was now “pushing.” Mr. Anderson felt that this requirement was a barrier for
individuals who wish to obtain Graduation Equivalency Degrees (GEDs). He suggested, since DSU
was planning to support high schools with the opening of a new magnet school, that a private adult
evening high school program (that would not have to comply with the two (2) year foreign language
requirement) could be considered.
Dr. Casson indicated that this matter could be discussed by all parties as plans and strategies are
developed.
Responding to Mrs. Horsey regarding “grandfathering” provisions related to the foreign language
requirement, Mr. Anderson stated that individuals who are currently in the GED program are exempt
from the requirement and that those who are interested in obtaining GED certificates are being
encouraged to sign on to the program this year to avoid this intimidating barrier.
Referring to Strategy 6: Land Supply, Dr. Casson stated that he and Mr. Neaton had discussed the
size of the parcels in the Garrison Tract and were examining which industries were yielding
high-paying jobs and larger parcels. He noted this was important because it would correlate directly
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with the types of jobs that would be developed. He noted that the City had done a good job in
moving the Garrison Tract forward and assembling land parcels and that an accurate land inventory
was also needed.
Responding to Mr. Anderson regarding the potential economic impact of DSU’s new neuroscience
program, Dr. Casson explained that UCEDIT hoped to determine how DSU’s research agenda could
be tied to the development efforts in the City of Dover and Kent and Sussex Counties.
Mr. Anderson requested that Dr. Casson coordinate and keep the City informed of what it could do
as part of this effort. He noted that the City of Newark lost opportunities to coordinate in a similar
fashion with the University of Delaware and expressed his wish to avoid this.
Mr. Bonar indicated his appreciation for the presentation and stated his view that the City should
engage more with DSU and in economic development in general. He stated the importance of
determining how research and development businesses could be brought to the Garrison Tract and
enhance the projects that are already planned there, as well as locating land to attract this type of
businesses for future endeavors. Mr. Bonar felt that a Civic Center and minor sports league teams
should have been brought to Dover many years ago as they would attract businesses in Dover and
Kent County. He stated that these enterprises would be expensive and require partnership and that
DSU and the University of Delaware could collaborate with the City in these efforts. Mr. Neaton
stated that a meeting was scheduled in the boardroom at DSU at 10:00 a.m. on the following day to
discuss these issues.
Mr. Anderson expressed his hope that a 15-minute version of Dr. Casson’s presentation could be
placed on the City Council agenda within the next month or two (2). Concurring, Mr. Bonar stated
that he would present this matter at the next Council President’s agenda meeting.
Mr. Neaton advised members that Dr. Casson had provided the start of an economic and market
feasibility analysis for the Garrison Tract and, at Councilman Bonar’s request, agreed to send this
analysis to all Committee members. (City Clerk’s Office Note: This analysis was emailed to all
members of Council and the Committee by Mr. Neaton on December 12, 2012.)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan Amendment
Mrs. Tracey Harvey, Planner I, advised members that expenditure of FY 2011 CDBG funding
previously allocated for a chair lift in City Council Chambers had been postponed to allow the City
to evaluate other alternatives for providing American Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant access to
City Council Chambers. She explained that delay of this project could cause problems in meeting
the timeliness standard for expending CDBG funds (April 30, 2013).
Mrs. Harvey indicated that 65% of the City’s FY 2012 Homeownership Assistance Program funding
had been expended; however, three (3) families were currently mortgage ready, shopping for homes,
and would need settlement assistance in order to purchase homes in the City of Dover. If funding
were reallocated to this program, it was expected that funds would be expended within the next
60 days.
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Staff recommended that $20,000 in FY 2011 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funding be reallocated from American Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements in Council Chambers
to the FY 2012 Homeownership Assistance Program.
In response to Mr. Bonar regarding the impact of removing the $20,000 that was originally allocated
for improvements to Council Chambers, Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated that staff had
obtained a quote of approximately $16,000 - $17,000 to install a chairlift in the Chambers; however,
this could potentially change the floor configuration. He explained that a general discussion
regarding City facilities, including City Hall, the former library, and the building at 5 East Reed
Street, was planned for the Council Financial Workshop scheduled for January 7, 2013. Mr. Koenig
stated that if consideration amounts to only a broad discussion at that time, staff would return to the
Committee to request money to modify Council Chambers. However, he noted that staff
recommended moving the funds to the Homeownership Assistance Program at this time due to the
need to comply with CDBG timeliness requirements.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend acceptance of staff’s recommendation, seconded by
Mrs. Horsey.
Mr. Anderson noted that when CDBG grants were allocated, members were in favor of allocating
more funds to home repairs and questioned why the full $20,000 was being allocated to
homeownership.
Mrs. Harvey explained that the Housing Rehabilitation Program formerly managed by the City was
transferred to the Milford Housing Development Corporation (MHDC) and $60,000 was allocated
to this program. However, MHCD was experiencing difficulty qualifying applicants on their waiting
list and it was not expected that the organization’s CDBG funding would be expended until later in
the year. Staff believed that this funding could be spent more expeditiously through the
Homeownership Assistance Program, which has a waiting list of people who are mortgage ready.
On a call for the question, the motion to recommend acceptance of staff’s recommendation to
reallocate $20,000 in FY 2011 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from
American Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements in Council Chambers to the FY 2012
Homeownership Assistance Program was unanimously carried (Lewis absent).
UPDATES
CDBG Program
Mrs. Tracey Harvey, Planner I, advised members that Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) contracts were signed in October, projects were currently underway, and grantees had begun
to expend funds. In regard to the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP), she stated that nine
(9) homes (one (1) of which was a rental) had been sold and the remaining home was occupied
through a lease/purchase agreement. Mrs. Harvey explained that since additional program income
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remained in the NSP program, funding would be reallocated for an NSP program to provide
additional down payment assistance for qualified applicants to receive up to $20,000 toward the
purchase of an abandoned or vacant property located in the City of Dover.
Responding to Mr. Bonar, Mrs. Harvey explained the applicant income is restricted to 120% of the
area median income and this figure is based on family size and income.
Schutte Park Space - Boys and Girls Club/CDSA
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated that the Boys and Girls Club plans to enter into an agreement
with Kent County for a location off New Burton Road. He stated his belief that a legal agreement
had been developed but was unsure if it had been signed.
In the interest of public disclosure, Mr. Bonar stated that he serves on the fundraising organization
for that group and acknowledged that a signed agreement was imminent.
Mr. Koenig stated that once the agreement was signed, this item would be removed from future
Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee agendas. In recent weeks, the County
held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Kent Sports Center and he believed that the Central
Delaware Soccer Association (CDSA) may move programming to that location; however, no official
word had been received. He speculated that if this occurs, additional space may become available
at Schutte Park at some point.
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Enhancement, stated her
understanding that CDSA planned to move their travel league to the new Sports Center, which would
allow them to move the recreational program from Schutte Park to the Lewis Road site. She
indicated that a girls’ lacrosse league had expressed interest in using one of the three (3) field areas
at Schutte Park on Saturdays in the spring; the other two (2) areas were available and two (2) will
be available for CDSA; however, they have not made contact to reserve them.
In response to Mr. Bonar regarding the financial implications of CDSA’s move, Mr. Koenig stated
that a great deal of revenue was not involved and the change may actually prove beneficial.
Concurring, Mrs. Townshend stated that it has been difficult to accommodate other interested parties
since CDSA utilized the fields all day long every Saturday and staff felt that the loss in soccer
revenue could result in a gain in lacrosse revenue. She indicated that the recreational staff was also
considering starting a City recreational soccer league to service City residents without transportation
if CDSA moves out of the City.
By unanimous consent, the meeting adjourned at 1:04 p.m.
David L. Bonar
Acting Chairman
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UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee Meeting was held on December 10, 2012 at 5:00 p.m. with Chairman Bonar
presiding. Members present were Mr. Perza (arrived at 5:16 p.m.), Mr. Blakeman, and Mr. Snaman.
Mrs. Williams was absent. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson (arrived at 5:17 p.m.),
Mr. Hutchison, and Council President Leary. Mayor Carey was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
By unanimous consent, the agenda was approved as presented.
Capital School District Impact Fee Transfer
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that the Public Works Department and the
Planning Department had been working with the Capital School District for a number of months on
their Facilities Master Plan. He explained that the Capital School District recently constructed a new
campus at 194/198 Commerce Way in Dover (Tax Parcel ED05-076.14-01-07.03). Within the
campus, the Office of Technology/Maintenance Facility building is located at 194 Commerce Way
and the Administration and Professional Development Center building is located at 198 Commerce
Way. These facilities were formerly located on multiple properties owned by the District and have
been consolidated on this property. Mr. Koenig noted that in both the water impact fee and the
sewer impact fee ordinances, there is language that allows (with Council approval) the transfer of
impact fees from properties where facilities have been demolished to properties where facilities are
being constructed or expanded. Construction of these new facilities allowed for demolition of
existing structures on the subject site as well as the previous maintenance building, administration
building, and trailers at 211 Delaware Avenue (Tax Parcel ED05-068.17-03-66.00), 945 Forest Street
(Tax Parcel #ED05-076.07-01-65.00), and 75 Carver Road (Tax Parcel #ED05-076.07-01-55.00),
respectively. The Capital School District submitted a letter, dated November 9, 2012, requesting the
transference of thirteen (13) Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) credits from the three (3) previously
referenced off-site locations to the new campus on Commerce Way.
Mr. Koenig advised members that, per the City of Dover Code of Ordinances, two (2) references are
applicable to this request. The first code reference, located in Chapter 110, Article III – Water
Service, Division 3 – Water Impact Fees, Section 110-208 (d), states “No EDUs shall be transferred
from one property to another property, whether or not such properties are owned by the same person,
without the approval of city council.” The second code reference, located in Chapter 110, Article IV
– Wastewater Service, Division 3 – Wastewater Impact Fees, Section 110-283 (c), states “No EDUs
shall be transferred from one property to another property, whether or not such properties are owned
by the same person, without the approval of city council.”
Mr. Koenig stated that City staff reviewed the request and found the information consistent with the
calculations provided by the Department of Public Works on November 5, 2012. Staff found the
request reasonable and recommended the transference of thirteen (13) EDU credits from
211 Delaware Avenue, 945 Forest Street, and 75 Carver Road to the Capital School District
Administration and Professional Development Center campus located at 194/198 Commerce Way
(Tax Parcel #ED05-076.14-01-07.03). He noted that any redevelopment and/or expansion at the
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three (3) locations generating the credits would be subject to all impact fees resulting from new
EDUs assessed at that time. Mr. Koenig stated his belief that the District was on a temporary
Certificate of Occupancy at the administration complex pending the resolution of this matter, as well
as some landscaping issues related to the site plan.
Mr. Blakeman moved to recommend acceptance of staff’s recommendation to transfer 13
Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU) credits from 211 Delaware Avenue, 945 Forest Street, and 75
Carver Road to the Capital School District Administration and Professional Development
Center campus located at 194/198 Commerce Way (Tax Parcel #ED05-076.14-01-07.03). The
motion was seconded by Mr. Snaman and unanimously carried.
Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, introduced Mr. Patrick McCullar, President and Chief Executive
Officer and Ms. Kimberly Schlichting, Vice President - Administration, both of whom were
representing the Delaware Municipal Electric Cooperative (DEMEC). Mr. Koenig advised members
that the Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) is a state-mandated policy that obligates each retail
seller of electricity to include in its resource portfolio annually increasing amounts of electricity from
Qualifying Renewable Energy Resources through 2025, when it will reach the goal of 25% with at
least 3% from solar renewable resources. Qualifying Renewable Energy Resources include solar
electric, wind, ocean tidal, ocean thermal, fuel cells powered by renewable fuels, hydroelectric
facilities with a maximum capacity of 30 megawatts (MW), sustainable biomass, anaerobic
digestion, and landfill gas. Prior to 2010, municipal electric utilities were exempted from the RPS
requirements. In 2010, the Delaware RPS was revised under Senate Substitute No. 1 for Senate
Bill 119 to require all utilities to participate, including municipal utilities, but allowing municipal
electric companies to exempt themselves provided that they develop and implement a program
comparable to the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards for ratepayers beginning in the 2013
Compliance Year (June 1, 2013 thru May 31, 2014). There was no clear standard for a “comparable
plan,” but the statute imposes an “alternative compensation payment” of $25 per megawatt-hour for
non-compliance in the first year, increasing to $80 per megawatt-hour by the third year, which must
be passed to consumers. For the 2013 planning year, Dover must purchase 10% of its calculated load
from qualified renewable resources, including 0.6% from solar photovoltaic resources, to comply
with the statute.
Mr. Koenig noted that DEMEC’s draft proposal encourages qualifying renewable energy resources
and provides for a five (5) year planning cycle and annual and monthly compliance reconciliation
for DEMEC members. DEMEC also has entered into contracts with qualifying renewable resources
that will ensure compliance for its members for five (5) years, but only through planning year 2015.
He stated that compliance based upon consumption would be complicated (i.e. industrial customers
with loads in excess of 1,500 kWh may apply for exemption, but they must apply, it is not assumed;
surplus solar capacity and facilities with Delaware-made equipment receive a multiplier, and
compliance is suspended if costs increase by 3% (1% for solar)). DEMEC’s proposal would free
Dover from the process of submitting its own plan.
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Mr. Koenig informed members that DEMEC provides full requirements service to its members,
making compliance with RPS an integral part of the services. Although Dover is a member of
DEMEC, it does not have the same financial obligations as the other members. Consequently, it
would be necessary for Dover to enter into additional agreements with DEMEC concerning the scope
of services, planning obligations, acquisition responsibility when DEMEC acquires qualified
renewable resources, and compensation to DEMEC for the term of the renewable resource contract.
These and other terms would be negotiated in the months ahead. Mr. Koenig indicated that this
request for action was limited solely to the joint filing of a plan.
Mr. Koenig indicated that the City evaluated whether to file a separate compliance plan or to join
with DEMEC. He advised members that, on the assumption that the RPS and the “circuit breaker”
to protect against higher costs would remain in effect, conversations with The Energy Authority
(TEA), DEMEC, and Mr. Kirk Betts, the City’s Utility Attorney, led staff to conclude that the City
of Dover should join in DEMEC’s proposed RPS Plan as outlined in the Municipal Electric Utilities
Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan. Staff recommended that the City join the DEMEC Renewable
Portfolio Standard Plan.
Mr. McCullar stated that he was present to discuss the RPS plan and the possibility of DEMEC
acting as agent for the City of Dover in the implementation of the filing and compliance with the
plan. He complimented Mr. Koenig on his summary of the plan and noted one (1) correction,
advising members that municipal plans do not have a non-compliance penalty payment. He
explained that DEMEC was given flexibility by the General Assembly to design plans and this was
being done with the goal of having a plan that is fairly comparable to the plan mandated for
Delmarva Power. Mr. McCullar noted that the plan would seek to minimize the impact on
DEMEC’s rate payers and to stay below the circuit breakers that are built into the legislation defining
RPS (1% cost of retail sales on an annual basis for solar and 3% for non-solar, such as wind and
other renewables). He indicated that the plan distributed to the local regulatory authorities
(municipalities) must be adopted by the local regulatory authority, and filed with the General
Assembly and the Delaware Energy Office. From that point, there is an obligation to meet the
compliance targets which are determined on an annual basis as a percentage of retail electric sales;
for example, if a set amount of kWh is generated in a year, a schedule determines the percentage of
those kWh’s that must come from Qualifying Renewable Energy Resources, and there is a subset
of solar renewable energy portfolio units. Mr. McCullar advised members that a five (5) year time
frame was chosen for DEMEC’s compliance plan because this is the duration of the State energy
plan and also because it was felt that conditions in the electric industry and the persuasions of the
General Assembly may change, causing modifications to the RPS law. He noted that DEMEC would
be responsible for the compliance obligation for the other eight (8) municipal electric utilities
involved. He indicated that the plan was designed in anticipation that the City of Dover would
approach DEMEC to be its agent and DEMEC was prepared to do so. Mr. McCullar noted that
DEMEC currently had a partial requirements agreement with the City of Dover for certain activities
and that amendments would have to be made to define the responsibilities and payment obligations,
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should DEMEC (as the agent for Dover and the other eight (8) municipal electric utilities) acquire
renewable energy resources or build them to create a supply that meets compliance obligations.
Responding to Mr. Hutchison, Mr. McCullar stated that DEMEC’s contract with the City would
extend through 2025, since it was known that there was an absolute compliance obligation that 25%
of DEMEC’s energy resources come from renewables at that time. Decisions would be made in five
(5) year increments regarding what “the curve would look like” to meet the 25%. If the DEMEC
Board of Directors (including Mr. Koenig) were to decide that a project must be built or a contract
for output from a particular project to meet the compliance obligation in 2025 was necessary, an
agreement would be put in place that would allow the City of Dover to participate in that economic
project and have part of their compliance obligation met.
In response to Mr. Bonar, Mr. McCullar reassured members that Mr. Koenig would be a voting
member of the DEMEC Board of Directors. He stated that no legislative approval would be needed
to amend the original plan if the City were to enter into the agreement with DEMEC. He explained
that the municipal plans are viewed as nine (9) separate plans, since the legislation requires that each
local regulatory authority have a plan; however, the DEMEC Board agreed that the best approach
for all concerned was to have a unified plan with nine (9) separate reporting categories. He noted
that the composition of the electric customer base is different in each community. Mr. McCullar
indicated that industrial customers with a 1,500 KW demand can exempt themselves. He stated that
regulations had very recently been changed to state that industrial customers are automatically
exempt and need not apply. Mr. McCullar noted that DEMEC would advise each community of its
annual sales and the percentage of these sales that come from qualifying industrial customers, and
this would be subtracted from their obligation. He informed members that the City of Dover has
quite a few qualifying customers (as does Newark); however, the Towns of Clayton and Smyrna
have very few; therefore, a higher percentage of their total sales would be subject to compliance.
As the annual compliance reporting is performed, DEMEC would make calculations to determine
the actual year-to-year obligations and show how this was met with qualifying resources.
In response to Mr. Bonar, Mr. McCullar confirmed that DEMEC would be responsible if they were
unable to meet the specified goals; however, he noted that “there is very little in the plan” that allows
for a penalty and that new legislation would have to be passed to impose a penalty on DEMEC.
Noting that the City’s solar plan ran “full bore,” generating 3% of the City’s electric supply during
the previous summer, Mr. Snaman inquired about sources of renewable energy other than wind and
solar. Responding, Mr. McCullar noted that there was a variety of sources, including geothermal,
heated water solar, tidal, and small hydro energy, and that wind produces the most efficiency.
DEMEC had a contract for wind energy for a project proposed by Bluewater Wind; however, this
facility was never built. Mr. McCullar noted that DEMEC worked closely with the University of
Delaware and that Professor Willett Kempton, from the University, performed a number of studies
on wind resources in Delaware and discovered that there was not enough efficiency in wind
resources to build wind farms in the State. He advised members that one (1) windmill was running
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in Lewes (a University of Delaware project) and, although it receives the benefit of offshore winds,
its efficiency is “not too great.” He explained that DEMEC recently had Duke Energy build a
69 MW commercial wind farm operation on top of a mountain ridge in north central Pennsylvania
where there was very good wind efficiency and DEMEC will receive 100% of the energy from this
facility, which will serve the organization’s non-solar renewable energy credit compliance for quite
a few years into the future.
In response to Mr. Snaman regarding plans for other renewable energy projects, Mr. Koenig
explained that the City was being approached by various solar developers (at least two (2)
specifically) and stated that the Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan must be put in place before
additional solar construction was considered. He noted that this was likely to come up in the future.
Responding to Mr. Snaman, Mr. McCullar stated that natural gas did not qualify as renewable
energy. He indicated that the General Assembly allowed for a fuel cell powered by natural gas and
that carbon-based resources would not qualify.
Mr. McCullar stated that DEMEC’s plan as the administrator would be to identify the most
economic and efficient projects that can be put in with the goal of creating the least burden possible
on rate payers while maintaining compliance.
Mr. Blakeman moved to recommend acceptance of staff’s recommendation that the City join
the Delaware Municipal Energy Cooperative (DEMEC) Renewable Portfolio Standard Plan,
seconded by Mr. Snaman 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.)
Quarterly Review of Utility Related Capital Investment Plan (CIP) (Electric and
Water/Wastewater (Deferred by Committee on November 13, 2012 Due to Time Constraints)
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, referred members to the September 30, 2012 Capital Investment
Plan (CIP) Project Tracking Report and stated that the report encompassing the period through
December would be discussed during the second meeting in January.
TEA/NAES Report (August and September) (August Report Deferred by Committee on
November 13, 2012 Due to Time Constraints)
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, referred members to the August and September TEA/NAES
Reports. Mr. Blakeman expressed his appreciation to Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer,
for the modifications made to the report format, stating that the information was exactly what he had
hoped for.
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UPDATES
Green Energy Funding and Programming
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, referred members to the Funding Summary for Green Energy
projects, noting that Page 2 of the summary reflected a large financial commitment to the Dover
Public Library. He stated that, as of December 5, 2012, the City had made a request to the Delaware
Municipal Energy Cooperative (DEMEC) for the transference of approximately $152,000 related
to Green Energy funding in association with the library. Mr. Koenig indicated that the City was
nearing the initial set-aside for the Dover Public Library, as envisioned when the financing plan was
developed by Mr. Anthony DePrima, former City Manager. He stated that no new applications had
been received in the last few months, to his knowledge, and the City was working its way through
the final funding of projects that had been submitted to date.
National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Municipial Separate Storm Sewer
Systems (MS4) Permit
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated that Planning Department staff had been working with the
State on updates to the City’s plan. The City was in the process of obtaining reauthorization from
the State for a new permit; however, staff at the State level had changed and he was unsure if these
positions had been filled, so the City had the benefit of having additional time before a new permit
must be implemented. He informed members that staff had worked through the issues identified in
the City’s old permit and was continuing to collect data and make improvements to the City’s system
to ensure compliance when a new permit is issued.
Garrison Oak Technology Park Project (Deferred by Committee on November 13, 2012 Due to
Time Constraints)
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated that it was his understanding that Becker Morgan would be
submitting the final subdivision plans for Garrison Oak within the next week to the City, the
agencies associated with stormwater review, and the Delaware Department of Transportation
(DelDOT). The City had gone through re-engineering of some site utilities to accommodate the
Calpine project and was progressing with water tower, pump station, and force main design. Staff
met with the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC)
during the previous week regarding water allocation permits and ways to enhance water production
throughout the City. Staff was reasonably comfortable with the introduction of Unit 1 into the
system and was attempting to get all allocation permits in line. Mr. Koenig explained that the
demand that will be placed on the water system if Unit 2 is triggered would require the development
of additional water resources over a specific time horizon; however, staff was focusing on the first
309 MW of power. Staff’s expectation was that Calpine would file for building permits during the
January-February time frame and was planning to go into commercial operation in June of 2015,
which would require testing of the facility under full load in early January of 2015. He stated that
Calpine had indicated that they were ready to proceed but, as of the previous week, was waiting on
their air permit, although it was anticipated that this would be filed quickly. Mr. Koenig informed
members that easements were being developed from the Calpine site to the 230 kV tie site, and one
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of the hurdles being worked on was obtaining an alignment for the wire to go from the Garrison
Energy Center to the 230 kV tie. This matter was under private negotiations with Calpine and other
interested parties. The issue regarding the filing of LS Power vs. the City of Dover Planning
Commission was unresolved; however, Mr. Koenig stated that he was assured that this was being
worked on by Calpine and LS Power.
Responding to Mr. Hutchison regarding the status of the gas line, Mr. Koenig stated that he had not
heard anything for or against the gas main. He indicated that his assumption was that everything
necessary to get the gas line to the area was moving forward.
By unanimous consent, the Meeting Adjourned at 5:27 P.M.
David L. Bonar
Chairman
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LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting was held on December 10, 2012,
at 6:00 p.m. with Chairman Lynn presiding. Members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Rushe, and
Mr. Shevock. Mr. Hare was absent. Members of Council present were Council President Leary,
Mr. Hutchison, and Mr. Bonar. Mayor Carey was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
By unanimous consent, the agenda was approved as presented.
Reduced Rates for All-Electric Homes in December, January, and February
During the Open Forum Segment of the April 9, 2012 City Council Meeting, Mr. Ted George,
77 Billings Drive, requested that members consider providing an electric rate discount during the
months of December, January, and February for those customers with all-electric homes. During the
Regular Council Meeting of July 9, 2012, City Council approved the recommendation of the
Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee that the proposal to reduce electric rates for
all-electric homes be referred to staff for cost analysis and review.
During the City Council Meeting of September 24, 2012, Council approved the Legislative, Finance,
and Administration Committee’s September 10, 2012 recommendation that the proposal to reduce
electric rates for all-electric homes be referred back to staff for a more in-depth analysis, and that
staff determine the cost for the City to administer such a program (including whether an additional
employee would be necessary) and the number of houses that would be involved, and provide a cost
analysis to determine whether the program would be cost effective for the City based on the
additional cost to the City versus the savings that would be realized by the customers.
Mr. Anderson stated that it had been several months since the item was originally proposed and that
a refresher from the citizen who brought the matter before the Committee would be helpful.
Mr. Anderson moved to suspend the rules to allow Mr. George to speak prior to staff’s
presentation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rushe and unanimously carried.
Mr. Ted George, 77 Billings Drive, reminded members that in June 2012 he presented a proposal
relating to a policy that was in effect in the City of Dover for 14 years. He stated that when his home
was built in 1972, Mr. Conrad Hebert, who was the City’s Chief Engineer, suggested the use of a
heat pump or strip heat to heat his home because a 20% discount on the electric rate was being
offered by the City and the 6.5 cents per kilowatt charge would be reduced to 5.0 cents during the
months of December, January and February. Mr. George indicated that he was a newlywed at that
time with children and working full time, and the rate reduction was the deciding factor for the
heating method he chose. He advised members that in the 1980s the City’s police force was
expanded and the electric rate reduction was discontinued to help support the Police Department’s
staffing needs. Mr. George stated that as a result of Council’s delay in addressing this issue due to
their desire for further review, the month of December was now almost over; however, he proposed
a rate reduction for the 88 days remaining through February, the coldest time of the year, so that
people could heat their homes to a reasonably comfortable level without paying a great deal of
money for electricity. (City Clerk’s Office Note: City records indicate that Mr. Hebert was the
Power Plant Superintendent)
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In response to Mr. Bonar’s inquiry regarding the potential impact of the proposed policy on the
average residential user, Mr. Lynn indicated that Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, would be
addressing this. Mr. George estimated the monthly savings to be $14,000 - $18,000 collectively for
residents who have all-electric homes.
Mr. Koenig reviewed a memo dated December 4, 2012 entitled “Reduced Rates for All-Electric
Homes in December, January, and February.” He stated that, for the purposes of analysis, focus was
placed on years 2002/2003, 2003/2004 and 2004/2005, which represented the last years of the
winter/summer rate schedules. Mr. Koenig explained that if the summer rate of 0.0924 were
considered the base rate, then the winter < 1,000 KW rate of 0.0880 represented a 4.7619% rate
reduction and the winter >1,000 KW rate of 0.0808 represented a 12.5541% rate reduction.
Mr. Koenig explained that if these percentage reductions were applied to the usage profile for an
electric user who is in the system (Attachment #2 to the memo), this sample customer would receive
an estimated savings of $36.60 per month during the months of December, January, and February.
This would represent a composite reduction of approximately 9.79% on each monthly bill. He noted
that if this past reduction were applied as calculated, the annual impact of the rate adjustment would
be approximately $109.80 per typical all-electric household, assuming a 10% rate of reduction, or
approximately $220 annualized for a 20% reduction.
Mr. Koenig reiterated that the winter/summer rate schedules were abandoned in Fiscal
Year 2005/2006 and, from that point forward, all energy costs gravitated toward a blended cost. He
noted that the City no longer distinguishes between winter and summer rates in its tariff and
residential customers purchase energy only. He noted that there is no demand charge associated with
any of the residential customers. Mr. Koenig stated that the most recent rate study did not afford for
this type of rate reduction for all-electric homes, so the impact on other customers had not been
calculated; however, all revenue lost from a rate reduction must be made up from other residential
customers; otherwise, the City’s revenue projections will be compromised. He indicated that if the
City were to credit back $15,000 - $18,000 of revenue for all-electric customers, customers who do
not have all-electric homes would be penalized. Mr. Koenig stated that he contacted the Delaware
Municipal Electric Cooperative (DEMEC) to determine if other utilities in this area provided a
reduction program and was advised that they had no knowledge of any such programs at present,
although Smyrna had a similar program at one time. Mr. Koenig stated that, based on this
information, he recommended against further consideration of the request for reduced rates for
all-electric homes.
In response to Mr. Hare regarding how such a program would be implemented if approved,
Mr. Koenig suggested that a pilot credit program could be considered. He did not feel the City
should send staff to individual homes to determine their all-electric status due to potential conflicts
and recommended that homeowners obtain an independent verification of their all-electric status by
a third party. He indicated that this verification should include notarized correspondence indicating
the home had been inspected and the all-electric condition had been verified by a contractor licensed
to conduct business within the City of Dover and that a verification form be submitted to the City
of Dover by September 30th of each year. Mr. Koenig stated that although the differential between
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winter and summer rates was an approximate 10% composite, he would recommend that a 5% credit
be issued at the end of the three (3) month cycle on the bill to simplify the credit adjustment. He
recommended that such a program be subject to annual review by staff and Council. Mr. Koenig
stated that he did not support implementing such a program as he felt that it would skew the current
rate structure and, although all-electric homes were being promoted 40 years ago, the City was no
longer in the power production business on a daily basis. He explained that the City has an energy
production facility; however, it is essentially a peaking plant in the Pennsylvania, Jersey, Maryland
(PJM) Power Pool and runs only when market conditions warrant the facility to run. Mr. Koenig
advised members that the City purchases energy from the grid at predetermined hedge prices and the
proposed program has the potential to create inequity in the billing structure. He did not believe that
additional staff would be needed to administer the program; however, he explained that the program
would create additional burdens on current staff.
Responding to Mr. Shevock regarding blended costs, Mr. Koenig clarified that this is a financial term
associated with power rates. He explained that there were once summer costs and winter costs;
however, when the City went to the hedge program and began purchasing blocks of energy, usage
was not broken down by season but considered as a whole, thus producing a blended rate.
Mr. Koenig noted that there is no compensation for fluctuations in usage because hedge purchasing
removes the spikes in the energy profile.
Noting that the blended rate eliminates seasonal spikes, Mr. Anderson expressed his concern that
customers still experience usage spikes since bills are higher in winter when usage is higher.
Mr. Koenig noted that these higher bills are based on usage rather than rate. He explained that the
City provided information regarding consumption and hedge purchases made by The Energy
Authority (TEA) to Burns & McDonnell for rate analysis and that the City attempts to purchase
power in blocks so that the hedge program mirrors consumption.
Mr. Anderson questioned the percentage of reduction used to determine the estimated revenue
reduction of $15,000-$36,000. Responding, Mr. Koenig stated that based on the original assumption
of 200 houses receiving a 10% reduction, the loss of revenue would be approximately $20,000 and
a pilot program granting a 5% reduction would result in a $10,000-$11,000 revenue decrease. He
noted that he could not be sure of the impact without knowing the exact number of customers
involved. If the number of customers was significantly higher (such as 500 homes) the loss figures
would change significantly.
In response to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Koenig stated that he believed that the program would apply only
to owner-occupied, single-family homes, not apartment complexes or rental units.
Mr. Bonar noted that he is on a fixed income; however, he does not live in an all-electric home and
was concerned that implementing the proposed reduction program would create a burden on the rest
of the City’s rate payers. He indicated that costs for all-electric homes are slightly higher than
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others; however, he pays approximately $600 to heat his home using oil, and oil companies are not
offering reductions. He empathized with those on fixed incomes but reminded members that the
City of Dover has the third lowest electric rates in the State.
Mr. Lynn expressed his opinion that the City had a promissory obligation to individuals who were
encouraged to renovate or build all-electric homes in the early 1970s based on the promises made
by the City of Dover. He indicated that he was sympathetic to those who brought this matter forward
and thanked Mr. Koenig for the compromise he presented.
Responding to Mr. George regarding whether the City’s budget could support the $14,000 discount
for the many seniors who have all-electric homes, Mr. Koenig stated that this question must be
answered by Council, noting that it would impact the budget.
Councilman Bonar stated that he, Councilman Lynn, and Councilman Anderson have the highest
percentage of constituents in their districts that are either elderly or on fixed incomes and have
electric homes or have limited means; therefore, he noted that it would be difficult for him not to
support the proposal. However, he felt moving forward could result in the rest of the residential rate
payers potentially demanding similar discounts, which would “open a Pandora’s Box.”
Mr. George noted that the policy had been in place previously to which Mr. Bonar responded that
times were different now.
Staff recommended against implementing a program of reduced rates for all-electric homes in
December, January, and February for the following reasons: 1) Such a program would skew the
current rate structure; 2) the City is no longer in the power production business on a daily basis; the
energy production facility is essentially a peaking plant in the Pennsylvania, Jersey, Maryland (PJM)
Power Pool and runs only when market conditions warrant the facility to run; 3) the City purchases
energy from the grid at predetermined hedge prices and the proposed program has the potential to
create inequity in the billing structure; 4) Although additional staff would not be needed to
administer the program; the program would create additional burdens on current staff. Mr. Koenig
stated that, based on this information, he recommended against further consideration of the request
for reduced rates for all-electric homes.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend that the matter be referred to the Utility Committee. The
motion failed for lack of a second.
Mr. Shevock moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation against implementing a
program of reduced rates for all-electric homes in December, January, and February, seconded by
Mr. Rushe. The motion failed by a vote of two (2) yes (Rushe and Shevock) and two (2) no
(Anderson and Lynn).
Mr. Lynn stated that the matter would be considered by City Council during their Regular
Meeting of January 14, 2013 with no recommendation from the Committee.
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Review of City of Dover Identity Theft Prevention Policy
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that the City of Dover Privacy Committee held
their annual meeting on November 14, 2012 to review the policy. There were no incidents of
identity theft reported by City of Dover customers during the last year; therefore, a recommendation
was made to change the frequency of meetings to “... as necessary, if any significant issues of identity
theft arise” rather than meeting annually. This change is noted in Part 9 – Administration. No other
changes were recommended and the committee approved the Identity Theft Prevention Policy with
the above-noted change.
Mr. Anderson expressed concern regarding the proposed amendment, noting that identity theft was
skyrocketing and that “as necessary could mean never.” Mr. Koenig stated that if any incidents were
to arise, the Committee would certainly meet to address them.
Mr. Shevock moved to recommend acceptance of the report and that the Identity Theft
Prevention Policy be amended to change the frequency of meetings to “as necessary, if any
significant issues of identity theft arise,” seconded by Mr. Rushe. The motion carried by a vote
of three (3) yes (Lynn, Rushe, and Shevock), one (1) no (Anderson), and one (1) absent (Hare).
Mr. Rushe moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:28 p.m.
Sean M. Lynn
Chairman
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DRAFT Preservation Easement – 12-10-12df Page 1 of 15
For Dover Green, Dover, Delaware
Based on template developed by National Trust for Historic Preservation
PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION EASEMENT DEED
THIS PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION EASEMENT DEED, made as of the
____ day of ______, 20__, by and between __________________________ (“Grantor”) with offices
at _______________________________________________ and the United States of America, act-
ing by and through the Secretary of the Interior and National Park Service (“Grantee”), with offices
at 1849 C Street NW (2540), Washington, D.C. 20240.
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, Grantor is owner in fee simple of certain real property known as the Dover Green
located in the City of Dover, County of Kent, State of Delaware, more particularly described in Ex-
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hibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein (hereinafter “the Property”), said Property not being
improved with any buildings.
WHEREAS, the Secretary of the Interior is authorized to accept the relinquishment of tracts of
land or so much thereof as may be necessary for the proper care and management of objects of his-
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toric or scientific interest in behalf of the Government of the United States under the provisions of
section 2 of the Antiquities Act of 1906 (34 Stat. 225, 16 U.S.C. § 431);
WHEREAS, because of its historic and cultural significance the Property was included in the
___________________ Historic District in the National Register of Historic Places on December 24,
1967 (insert #);
WHEREAS, Grantor and Grantee recognize the historic, and cultural values (hereinafter “con-
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servation and preservation values”) and significance of the Property, and have the common purpose
of conserving and preserving the aforesaid conservation and preservation values and significance of
the Property;
WHEREAS, the Property’s conservation and preservation values are documented in a set of re-
ports, drawings, and photographs (hereinafter, Baseline Documentation) incorporated herein by ref-
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erence, which Baseline Documentation the parties agree provides an accurate representation of the
Property as of the effective date of this grant (in the event of any discrepancy between the two coun-
terparts produced, the counterpart retained by Grantee shall control);
WHEREAS, the Baseline Documentation shall consist of the following: [list documents and
materials]
WHEREAS, the grant of a preservation and conservation easement by Grantor to Grantee on
the Property will assist in preserving and maintaining the Property and its historic and cultural fea-
tures for the benefit of the people of the United States of America;
WHEREAS, to that end, Grantor desires to grant to Grantee, and Grantee desires to accept, a
preservation and conservation easement (hereinafter, the “Easement”) in gross in perpetuity on the
Property.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of Ten Dollars ($10.00) and other good and valuable
consideration, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged, and pursuant to Section 170(h) of the Code
and [give full citation to the state easement legislation], Grantor does hereby voluntarily grant, con-
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vey and relinquish unto the Grantee a preservation and conservation easement in gross in perpetuity
over the Property described in Exhibit A.
PURPOSE
1. Purpose. It is the Purpose of this Easement to assure that the historic, cultural and associated
features of the Property will be retained and maintained forever substantially in their current or better
condition for conservation and preservation purposes and to prevent any use or change of the Proper-
ty that will significantly impair or interfere with the Property’s conservation and preservation values.
GRANTOR’S COVENANTS
2.1 Grantor’s Covenants: Covenant to Maintain.
(a) Grantor agrees at all times to maintain the Property in the same or better condition and state
of repair as that existing on the effective date of this Easement. Grantor’s obligation to maintain shall
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require replacement, repair, and/or reconstruction by Grantor whenever necessary to preserve the fea-
tures of the property in the same or better condition and state of repair as that existing on the date of
this Easement.
(b) Grantor’s obligation to maintain shall also require that the Property’s landscaping be main-
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tained in good/better appearance with substantially similar plantings, vegetation, and natural screen-
ing to that existing on the effective date of this Easement. The existing lawn areas shall be main-
tained as lawns, regularly mowed.
(c) Subject to the casualty provisions of Paragraphs 7 and 8, the obligation to maintain shall re-
quire replacement, repair, and/or reconstruction whenever necessary in accordance with the standards
stated in Paragraph 4.
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2.2 Grantor’s Covenants: Prohibited Activities. The following acts or uses are expressly for-
bidden on, over, or under the Property:
(a) The Property’s features shall not be demolished, removed, or razed except as provided in
Paragraphs 7 and 8.
SA (b) Nothing shall be erected or allowed to grow on the Property which would impair the visibil-
ity of the Property from the street level or other public rights of way.
(c) The Property shall not be divided or subdivided in law or in fact and the Property shall not be
devised or conveyed except as a unit. For the purposes of this Easement the term “subdivision” shall
include a long term lease or other use of any portion of the Property that creates the characteristics of
a subdivision of the property, as determined in the sole discretion of the Grantee. The term “subdivi-
sion” shall also include division into condominium or cooperative interests or the partition of undi-
vided interests in the property.
(d) The dumping of trash, rubbish, ashes, or any other unsightly or offensive materials is prohib-
ited on the Property.
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GRANTOR’S CONDITIONAL RIGHTS SUBJECT TO APPROVAL
3.1 Conditional Rights Requiring Approval by Grantee. The following acts are prohibited
except with the prior express written approval of the Grantee, which approval may be withheld or
conditioned in the sole discretion of Grantee:
(a) Grantor shall not increase or decrease the height of, make additions to, change the exterior
construction materials or colors of, or move, improve, alter, reconstruct, or change the facades (in-
cluding fenestration) and roofs of the Buildings.
(b) Grantor shall not shall not remove, demolish, or alter the following interior features located
in the Buildings:
[Specific interior features that are to be protected are described here, if applicable]
(c) Grantor shall not change the floor plan of the Buildings.
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(d) Grantor shall not erect or place on the Property any additional buildings or structures, includ-
ing but not limited to, sheds, barns, similar ancillary structures, and non-building structures such as
utility transmission lines (subject to utility easements already recorded), satellite receiving dishes,
antennas, cellular communications transmitters, or similar electronic frequency receiving or emitting
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devices, flagpoles, fences, walls, wind turbines, solar panels or other similar devices, tents of longer
duration than 30 days, mobile homes or trailers, dumpsters, storage containers, camping accommoda-
tions, or other similar temporary structures
(e) Grantor shall not erect or allow to be erected any external signs or external advertisements
except: (i) such plaque permitted under Paragraph 19 of this Easement; (ii) a sign stating solely the
name and/or address of the Property and owner; and (iii) a temporary sign to advertise the sale or
rental of the Property.
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(f) Grantor shall not make substantial topographical changes, such as, by example, excavation
for the construction of roads, swimming pools, and recreational facilities. Grantee, at its discretion,
may as a condition of granting approval, require Grantor, at Grantor’s cost, to perform an archaeo-
logical survey to identify and determine the significance of archaeological deposits. If archaeological
deposits are identified, then Grantee may deny or conditional approval of topographical changes as
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appropriate. As applicable, additional archaeological protections may be included, such as that Gran-
tor shall take all reasonable precautions to protect archaeological deposits, sites, or features on the
Property , and that archaeologically significant deposits, sites, or features on the Property shall not be
intentionally disturbed or excavated except by or under the supervision of a professionally qualified
archaeologist retained by Grantor, and an archaeological plan approved by the Grantee.
(g) Grantor shall not cut down or remove live trees located on the Property unless diseased or
damaged as determined in the sole discretion of the Grantee. Grantee may require, at Grantor’s ex-
pense, a professional arborist’s report as a condition of reviewing any request to remove live trees.
(h) Grantor shall not cut down or remove live trees located in forests for the purpose of conduct-
ing commercial timber production [or allow conditional harvesting of timber except in accordance
with a qualified forest management plan presented to Grantee for approval. (See Model Conservation
Easement)].
(i) Grantor shall not change the use of the Property to another use other than a ____________.
Grantee must determine that the proposed use: (i) does not impair the significant conservation and
preservation values of the Property; and (ii) does not conflict with the Purpose of the Easement.
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3.2 Review of Grantor’s Requests for Approval.
(a) Pursuant to Paragraph 3.1, Grantor shall submit in writing to Grantee for Grantee’s approval
information (including plans, specifications, and designs where appropriate) together with a specific
request identifying the proposed activity. In addition, Grantor shall also submit to Grantee a timeta-
ble for the proposed activity which is sufficient to permit Grantee to monitor such activity. Grantor
shall not make changes or take any action subject to the approval of Grantee unless expressly author-
ized in writing by an authorized representative of Grantee.
(b) Grantee reserves the right to consult with governmental agencies, nonprofit preservation and
conservation organizations, and/or other advisors deemed appropriate by the Grantee, concerning the
appropriateness of any activity proposed under this Easement.
(c) All approval rights of the Grantee shall be exercised in the reasonable discretion of Grantee.
Grantee agrees to use its reasonable efforts to respond to any written request of Grantor not later than
forty-five (45) days following receipt by Grantee of Grantor’s request. Failure of Grantee to respond
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to Grantor within the forty-five (45) day period shall not, however, be deemed to constitute approval
of Grantor’s request.
(d) In the event that the Grantor does not implement any approval granted pursuant to Para-
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graphs 3.1 and 3.2, for a period of one (1) year, such approval shall be void. Grantor may resubmit
the request for approval; however, such approval may be given or denied in the sole discretion of the
Grantee.
STANDARDS FOR REVIEW
4. Standards for Review. In exercising any authority created by this Easement to inspect the
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Property; to review any construction, alteration, repair, or maintenance; or to review casualty damage
or to reconstruct or approve reconstruction following casualty damage, Grantee shall apply the fol-
lowing standards (hereinafter “the Secretary’s Standards”), as they may be amended from time to
time: For buildings and structures: The Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation (36
C.F.R. § 67.7) and the guidelines referenced therein; and, for landscapes: The Secretary of the Inte-
rior’s Guidelines for Rehabilitating Cultural Landscapes.
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5. Grantor’s Reserved Rights Not Requiring Further Approval by Grantee. Subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs 2.1, 2.2, and 3.1, the following rights, uses, and activities of or by Grantor
on, over, or under the Property are permitted by this Easement and by Grantee without further ap-
proval by Grantee:
(a) the right to engage in all those acts and uses that: (i) are permitted by governmental statute or
regulation; (ii) do not substantially impair the conservation and preservation values of the Property;
and (iii) are not inconsistent with the Purpose of this Easement;
(b) pursuant to the provisions of Paragraph 2.1, the right to maintain and repair the Property
strictly according to the Secretary’s Standards, subject to the following qualifications:
(i) The right to maintain and repair shall mean the use by Grantor of in-kind materials and
colors, applied with workmanship comparable to that which was used in the construction or ap-
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plication of those materials being repaired or maintained, for the purpose of retaining in good
condition the appearance and construction of the Property.
(ii) The right to maintain and repair shall not include the right to make changes in appear-
ance, materials, colors, and workmanship from that existing prior to the maintenance and repair
without the prior written approval of Grantee in accordance with the provisions of Paragraphs
3.1 and 3.2.
(iii) The right to maintain and repair shall not include the right to replace historic materials
unless such historic materials are significantly deteriorated or damaged.
(c) the right to continue all manner of existing use and enjoyment of the Property including but
not limited to the maintenance, repair, and restoration of existing fences; the right to maintain exist-
ing driveways, roads, and paths with the use of same or similar surface materials; the right to main-
tain existing utility lines, walkways and steps; the right to cut, remove, and clear grass or other vege-
tation and to perform routine maintenance, landscaping, horticultural activities, and upkeep, con-
sistent with the Purpose of this Easement.
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6. Grantor shall make the Property and interior portions of the Courthouse accessible to the pub-
lic on a minimum of ___ days per year. This requirement may be fulfilled through an open house,
house tour, or similar event that is open to the general public following published notice. Grantor
may have a representative present during such public access, and access may be subject to reasonable
restrictions to ensure security of the property and safety of the visitors. At other reasonable times,
upon request of Grantee made with reasonable notice to Grantor, persons affiliated with educational
organizations, professional architectural associations, and historical societies shall be admitted to
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study the property. In addition, Grantee may make photographs, drawings, or other representations
documenting the significant historical and cultural character and features of the Property and may use
or publish them (or authorize others to do so) to fulfill its charitable or educational purposes. Fur-
thermore, Grantor agrees that Grantee may, but is not obligated to, provide programs for the public
interpreting the conservation and preservation values of the Property subject to advance written ap-
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proval of a program locations and schedule by Grantor.
CASUALTY DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION; INSURANCE
7. Casualty Damage or Destruction. In the event that the Property or any part thereof shall be
damaged or destroyed by fire, flood, windstorm, hurricane, earth movement, or other casualty, Gran-
tor shall notify Grantee in writing within fourteen (14) days of the damage or destruction, such noti-
fication including what, if any, emergency work has already been completed. No repairs or recon-
struction of any type, other than temporary emergency work to prevent further damage to the Proper-
ty and to protect public safety, shall be undertaken by Grantor without Grantee’s prior written ap-
proval. Within thirty (30) days of the date of damage or destruction, if required by Grantee, Grantor
at its expense shall submit to the Grantee a written report prepared by a qualified restoration architect
and an engineer who are acceptable to Grantor and Grantee; this report shall include the following:
(a) an assessment of the nature and extent of the damage;
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(b) a determination of the feasibility of the restoration of the Property and/or reconstruction of
damaged or destroyed portions of the Property; and
(c) a report of such restoration/reconstruction work necessary to return the Property to the condi-
tion existing at the effective date of this instrument.
8. Review After Casualty Damage or Destruction. If, after reviewing the report provided in
Paragraph 7 and assessing the availability of insurance proceeds after satisfaction of any mortga-
gee’s/lender’s claims under Paragraph 9, Grantor and Grantee agree that the Purpose of the Easement
will be served by such restoration/reconstruction, Grantor and Grantee shall establish a schedule un-
der which Grantor shall complete the restoration/reconstruction of the Property in accordance with
plans and specifications consented to by the parties up to at least the total of the casualty insurance
proceeds available to Grantor.
If, after reviewing the report and assessing the availability of insurance proceeds after satisfac-
tion of any mortgagee’s/lender’s claims under Paragraph 9, Grantor and Grantee agree that restora-
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tion/reconstruction of the Property is impractical or impossible, or agree that the Purpose of the
Easement would not be served by such restoration/reconstruction, Grantor may, but only with the
prior written consent of Grantee, alter and/or construct new improvements on the Property. Grantor
and Grantee may agree to extinguish this Easement in whole or in part in accordance with the laws of
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the State of Delaware and Paragraph 23.2 of this instrument.
9. Insurance.
(a) Grantor shall keep the Property insured by an insurance company rated “Secured” by Best’s
for the full replacement value against loss from the perils commonly insured under standard fire and
extended coverage policies and comprehensive general liability insurance against claims for personal
injury, death, and property damage.
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(b) Property damage insurance shall include change in condition and building ordinance cover-
age, in form and amount sufficient to replace fully the damaged Property without cost or expense to
Grantor or contribution or coinsurance from Grantor. Such insurance shall include Grantee’s interest
and name Grantee as an additional insured.
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newed by Grantor. If Grantor fails to submit proof of insurance coverage annually or at the time of
renewal, Grantor must deliver proof of coverage, within ten (10) business days of Grantee’s written
request for documentation of coverage.
(d) Whenever the Property is encumbered with a mortgage or deed of trust, nothing contained in
this paragraph shall jeopardize the prior claim, if any, of the mortgagee/lender to the insurance pro-
ceeds.
INDEMNIFICATION AND TAXES
10. Indemnification. Grantor hereby agrees to pay, protect, indemnify, hold harmless and de-
fend at its own cost and expense, Grantee, its agents, trustees, directors, officers and employees, or
independent contractors from and against any and all claims, liabilities, expenses, costs, damages,
losses, and expenditures (including reasonable attorneys’ fees and disbursements hereafter incurred)
arising out of or in connection with injury to or death of any person; physical damage to the Property;
the presence or release in, on, or about the Property, at any time, of any substance now or hereafter
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defined, listed, or otherwise classified pursuant to any law, ordinance, or regulation as a hazardous,
toxic, polluting, or contaminating substance; or other injury or other damage occurring on or about
the Property, unless such injury or damage is caused by Grantee or any agent, trustee, director, of-
ficer, employee, or independent contractor of Grantee. In the event that Grantor is required to indem-
nify Grantee pursuant to the terms of this paragraph, the amount of such indemnity, until discharged,
shall constitute a lien on the Property with the same effect and priority as a mechanic’s lien. Provid-
ed, however, that nothing contained herein shall jeopardize the priority of any recorded lien of mort-
gage or deed of trust given in connection with a promissory note secured by the Property.
11. Taxes. Grantor shall pay immediately, when first due and owing, all general taxes, special
taxes, special assessments, water charges, sewer service charges, and other charges which may be-
come a lien on the Property unless Grantor timely objects to the amount or validity of the assessment
or charge and diligently prosecutes an appeal of the charge, in which case the obligation to pay such
charges as defined in this paragraph shall be suspended for the period permitted by law for prosecut-
ing such appeal and any applicable grace period following completion of such action. In place of
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Grantor, Grantee is hereby authorized, but in no event required or expected, to make or advance upon
three (3) days prior written notice to Grantor any payment relating to taxes, assessments, water rates,
sewer rentals and other governmental or municipality charge, fine, imposition, or lien asserted
against the Property. Grantee may make such payment according to any bill, statement, or estimate
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procured from the appropriate public office without inquiry into the accuracy of such bill, statement,
or assessment or into the validity of such tax, assessment, sale, or forfeiture. Such payment if made
by Grantee shall constitute a lien on the Property with the same effect and priority as a mechanic’s
lien, except that such lien shall not jeopardize the priority of any recorded lien of mortgage or deed
of trust given in connection with a promissory note secured by the Property.
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12. Written Notice. Any notice which either Grantor or Grantee may desire or be required to
give to the other party shall be in writing and shall be delivered by one of the following methods: by
overnight courier postage prepaid, facsimile transmission, registered or certified mail with return re-
ceipt requested, or hand delivery; if to Grantor, then at [address], and if to Grantee, then to [address].
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13. Evidence of Compliance. Upon request by Grantor, Grantee shall promptly furnish Grantor
with a certification that, to the best of Grantee’s knowledge, Grantor is in compliance with the obli-
gations of this Easement, or that otherwise describes the status of this Easement to the extent of
Grantee’s knowledge.
14. Inspection. With appropriate prior notice to Grantor, Representatives of Grantee shall be
permitted at all reasonable times to inspect the Property.
15. Grantee’s Remedies. Grantee may, following reasonable written notice to Grantor, institute
suit(s) to enjoin any violation of the terms of this easement by ex parte, temporary, preliminary,
and/or permanent injunction, including prohibitory and/or mandatory injunctive relief, and to require
the restoration of the Property to the condition and appearance that existed prior to the violation
complained of in the suit. Grantee shall also have available all legal and other equitable remedies to
enforce Grantor’s obligations contained in this instrument.
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In the event Grantor is found to have violated any of its obligations, Grantor shall reimburse
Grantee for any costs or expenses incurred in connection with Grantee’s enforcement of the terms of
this Easement, including but not limited to all reasonable court costs, and attorney’s, architectural,
engineering, and expert witness fees.
Exercise by Grantee of one remedy hereunder shall not have the effect of waiving or limiting any
other remedy, and the failure to exercise any remedy shall not have the effect of waiving or limiting
the use of any other remedy or the use of such remedy at any other time.
Grantor agrees that if it does not maintain the Property as covenanted in section 2.1 above,
Grantee shall have the right but not the obligation to perform such maintenance activities.
16. Notice from Government Authorities. Grantor shall deliver to Grantee copies of any notice
of violation or lien relating to the Property received by Grantor from any government authority with-
in five (5) days of receipt by Grantor. Upon request by Grantee, Grantor shall promptly furnish
Grantee with evidence of Grantor’s compliance with such notice or lien where compliance is re-
quired by law.
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17. Notice of Proposed Sale. Grantor shall promptly notify Grantee in writing of any proposed
offer to sell the Property or of any listing of the Property for sale and provide the opportunity for
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Grantee to explain the terms of the Easement to the real estate listing agent and potential new owners
prior to sale closing.
18. Liens. Any lien on the Property created pursuant to any paragraph of this Easement may be
confirmed by judgment and foreclosed by Grantee in the same manner as a mechanic’s lien, except
that no lien created pursuant to this Easement shall jeopardize the priority of any recorded lien of
mortgage or deed of trust given in connection with a promissory note secured by the Property.
19. Plaque. Grantor agrees that Grantee may provide and maintain a plaque on the Property,
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which plaque shall not exceed 24 by 24 inches in size, giving notice of the significance of the Prop-
erty and the existence of this Easement.
BINDING EFFECT AND ASSIGNMENT
SA 20. Runs with the Land. Except as provided in Paragraphs 8 and 23.2, the obligations imposed
by this Easement shall be effective in perpetuity and shall be deemed to run as a binding servitude
with the Property. This Easement shall extend to and be binding upon Grantor and Grantee, their re-
spective successors in interest and all such persons in the future claiming under or through Grantor
and Grantee; the words “Grantor” and “Grantee” when used in this instrument shall include all such
persons. Any right, title, or interest granted in this instrument to Grantee also shall be deemed grant-
ed to each successor and assign of Grantee and each following successor and assign; the word
“Grantee” shall include all such successors and assigns.
An owner of the Property shall have no obligation pursuant to this instrument where such owner
shall cease to have any ownership interest in the Property by reason of a bona fide transfer. The re-
strictions, stipulations, and covenants contained in this Easement shall be inserted by Grantor, verba-
tim or by express reference, in any subsequent deed or other legal instrument by which Grantor di-
vests itself of either the fee simple title to or any lesser estate in the Property or any part thereof, in-
cluding by way of example and not limitation, a lease of all or a portion of the Property.
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21. Assignment. Grantee may convey, assign, or transfer this Easement to a unit of federal,
state, or local government or to a similar local, state, or national organization that is a “qualified or-
ganization” under Section 170(h) of the Code whose purpose, among other things, is to promote
preservation or conservation of historical, cultural, or architectural resources, provided that any such
conveyance, assignment, or transfer requires that the Purpose for which the Easement was granted
will continue to be carried out.
22. Recording and Effective Date. Grantee shall do and perform at its own cost all acts neces-
sary to the prompt recording of this instrument in the land records of the City of Dover, County of
Kent and State of Delaware. Grantor and Grantee intend that the restrictions arising under this Ease-
ment take effect on the day and year this instrument is recorded in the land records of the City of Do-
ver, County of Kent and State of Delaware.
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23.1 Percentage Interests. For purposes of allocating proceeds pursuant to Paragraphs 23.2 and
23.3, Grantor and Grantee stipulate that as of the date of this Easement, Grantor and Grantee are each
vested with real property interests in the Property and that such interests have a stipulated percentage
interest in the fair market value of the Property. These percentage interests shall be determined by the
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ratio of the Easement’s value on its effective date to the value of the Property, without deduction for
the value of the Easement, on the effective date of this Easement. The values on the effective date of
the Easement shall be those values used to calculate the deduction for federal income tax purposes
allowable by reason of this grant, pursuant to Section 170(h) of the Code. The parties shall include
the ratio of those values with the Baseline Documentation (on file with Grantor and Grantee) and
shall amend such values, if necessary, to reflect any final determination by the Internal Revenue Ser-
vice or court of competent jurisdiction. For purposes of this paragraph, the ratio of the value of the
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Easement to the value of the Property unencumbered by the Easement shall remain constant, and the
percentage interests of Grantor and Grantee in the fair market value of the Property thereby determi-
nable shall remain constant, except that the value of any improvements made by Grantor after the
effective date of this Easement is reserved to Grantor.
23.2 Extinguishment. Grantor and Grantee hereby recognize that circumstances may arise that
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may make the continued ownership or use of the Property in a manner consistent with the Purpose of
this Easement impossible and that extinguishment of the Easement may be necessary. Such circum-
stances may include, but are not limited to, partial or total destruction of the Property resulting from
casualty. Extinguishment must be the result of a judicial proceeding in a court of competent jurisdic-
tion. Unless otherwise required by applicable law at the time, in the event of any sale of all or a por-
tion of the Property (or any other property received in connection with an exchange or involuntary
conversion of the Property) after such termination or extinguishment, and after the satisfaction of
prior claims and any costs or expenses associated with such sale, Grantor and Grantee shall share in
any net proceeds resulting from such sale in accordance with their respective percentage interests in
the fair market value of the Property, as such interests are determined under the provisions of Para-
graph 23.1, adjusted, if necessary, to reflect a partial termination or extinguishment of this Easement.
All such proceeds received by Grantee shall be used by Grantee in a manner consistent with Grant-
ee’s primary purposes. Net proceeds shall also include, without limitation, net insurance proceeds.
In the event of extinguishment, the provisions of this paragraph shall survive extinguishment and
shall constitute a lien on the Property with the same effect and priority as a mechanic’s lien, except
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that such lien shall not jeopardize the priority of any recorded lien of mortgage or deed of trust given
in connection with a promissory note secured by the Property.
In making this grant, Grantor has considered the possibility that uses prohibited by the terms of
this Easement may become more economically valuable than permitted uses and that neighboring
properties may in the future be put entirely to such prohibited uses. It is the intent of the Grantor and
Grantee that any such changes will not be deemed to be circumstances justifying the termination, ex-
tinguishment, or modification of this Easement. In addition, the inability of Grantor, or its succes-
sors or assigns to conduct or implement any or all of the uses permitted under the terms of this
Easement, or the unprofitability of doing so, will not impair the validity of this Easement or be con-
sidered grounds for its termination, extinguishment, or modification.
23.3 Condemnation. If all or any part of the property is taken under the power of eminent do-
main by public, corporate, or other authority, or otherwise acquired by such authority through a pur-
chase in lieu of a taking, Grantor and Grantee shall join in appropriate proceedings at the time of
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such taking to recover the full value of those interests in the Property that are subject to the taking
and all incidental and direct damages resulting from the taking. After the satisfaction of prior claims
and net of expenses reasonably incurred by Grantor and Grantee in connection with such taking,
Grantor and Grantee shall be respectively entitled to compensation from the balance of the recovered
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proceeds in conformity with the provisions of Paragraphs 23.1 and 23.2 unless otherwise provided by
law.
INTERPRETATION
24. Interpretation. The following provisions shall govern the effectiveness, interpretation, and
duration of the Easement.
(a) Any rule of strict construction designed to limit the breadth of restrictions on alienation or
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use of Property shall not apply in the construction or interpretation of this Easement, and this instru-
ment shall be interpreted broadly to effect its Purpose and the transfer of rights and the restrictions
on use contained in this instrument.
(b) This instrument may be executed in two counterparts, one of which may be retained by Gran-
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tor and the other, after recording, to be retained by Grantee. In the event of any disparity between the
counterparts produced, the recorded counterpart shall in all cases govern.
(c) This instrument is made pursuant to the Act, but the invalidity of such Act or any part thereof
shall not affect the validity and enforceability of this Easement according to its terms, it beingIt is the
intent of the parties to agree and to bind themselves, their successors, and their assigns in perpetuity
to each term of this instrument whether or not this instrument be enforceable by reason of any stat-
ute, common law, or private agreement in existence either now or hereafter. The invalidity or unen-
forceability of any provision of this instrument shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any
other provision of this instrument or any ancillary or supplementary agreement relating to its subject
matter.
(d) Nothing contained in this instrument shall be interpreted to authorize or permit Grantor to
violate any ordinance or regulation relating to building materials, construction methods, or use. In
the event of any conflict between any such ordinance or regulation and the terms of this instrument,
Grantor promptly shall notify Grantee of such conflict and shall cooperate with Grantee and the ap-
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plicable governmental entity to accommodate the purposes of both this Easement and such ordinance
or regulation.
(e) To the extent that Grantor owns or is entitled to development rights which may exist now or
hereafter under any applicable zoning or similar ordinance, that would permit the Property to be de-
veloped to a use or uses more intensive (in terms of height, bulk, number of structures, assemblage
of lots, subdivision, or other criteria related by such ordinances) than that to which the Property is
devoted as of the date of this Easement, such development rights shall not be exercisable on, above,
or below the Property during the term of the Easement, nor shall they be transferred to any adjacent
or other parcel.
(f) To the extent that any action taken by Grantee pursuant to this Easement gives rise to a claim
of breach of contract, Grantor and Grantee agree that the sole remedy on the part of Grantor shall be
reimbursement of actual direct out-of-pocket expenses reasonably incurred by Grantor as a result of
such breach and that Grantor shall not have any right to indirect, consequential, or monetary damages
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in excess of such actual, direct, and reasonable out-of-pocket expenses.
(g) While it is the mutual intention of Grantor and Grantee that the grant of this Easement shall
constitute a qualified conservation contribution under federal and/or state law, Grantor is solely re-
sponsible for ensuring that the terms of the Easement and the circumstances of the grant meet the
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qualifications necessary for Grantor to obtain federal or state benefits applicable to qualified conser-
vation contributions. Grantee makes no representation that the grant of this Easement entitles Gran-
tor to any tax or other benefit under federal, state, or local law, and Grantor’s failure to qualify for
any such benefit relating to the grant of this Easement shall not constitute grounds for the rescission,
termination, extinguishment, or amendment of this Easement, or for any claim of damages.
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25. Amendment. If circumstances arise under which an amendment to or modification of this
Easement would be appropriate, Grantor and Grantee may by mutual written agreement jointly
amend this Easement, provided that no amendment shall be made that will adversely affect the quali-
fication of this Easement or the status of Grantee under any applicable laws, including Sections
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170(h) and 501(c)(3) of the Code and the laws of the State of _________. Any such amendment shall
be consistent with the protection of the conservation and preservation values of the Property and the
Purpose of this Easement; shall not affect its perpetual duration; shall not permit additional residen-
tial [and/or commercial] development on the Property other than the residential [and/or commercial]
development permitted by this Easement on its effective date; shall not permit any private inurement
to any person or entity; and shall not adversely impact the overall historic and cultural values pro-
tected by this Easement. Any such amendment shall be recorded in the land records of the City of
Dover, County of Kent and State of Delaware. Nothing in this paragraph shall require Grantor or
Grantee to agree to any amendment or to consult or negotiate regarding any amendment.
PUBLIC LAW 109-280 “SPECIAL RULES” COMPLIANCE [as applicable]
26. Protection of Entire PropertyBuilding. Grantor and Grantee agree that that the restrictions
of this Easement shall apply to the entire Propertyexterior of the Buildings (including the front, sides,
rear, and height of the Buildings) and interior architectural features, as applicable, and that no change
to the exterior of the Buildings may be made by Grantor except as provided herein.
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27. Inconsistent Changes Prohibited. Grantor and Grantee agree that Grantor shall not under-
take, and Grantee shall not permit, any change to the Property which would be inconsistent with the
historical character of Property.
28. Certification of Qualification of Grantee Under Penalty of Perjury. [As applicable.] By
execution of this Easement, Grantor and Grantee agree, and hereby certify under penalty of perjury,
that Grantee is a qualified easement-holding organization (as defined in Section 170(h)(3) of the In-
ternal Revenue Code) with a purpose of environmental protection, open space preservation, or histor-
ic preservation, and that the Grantee has both the resources to manage and enforce the restrictions of
this Easement and a commitment to do so.
GIFT ACKNOWLEDGMENT [as applicable for donated easements]
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29. Gift Acknowledgment. Grantor hereby acknowledges the gift of the real property interest
described in this Easement, and further acknowledges that no goods or services were provided to
Grantor in exchange for the donation of the Easement or any accompanying cash contribution by
Grantee.
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THIS EASEMENT reflects the entire agreement of Grantor and Grantee. Any prior or simulta-
neous correspondence, understandings, agreements, and representations are null and void upon exe-
cution of this agreement, unless set out in this instrument. Grantor acknowledges that this Easement
affects important legal rights and obligations of Grantor, including the rights and obligations of
Grantor’s successors and assigns, and that Grantor has had the opportunity to consult with knowl-
edgeable legal counsel of Grantor’s own choosing prior to execution of the Easement.
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GRANTOR, for itself, its successors and assigns, does hereby covenant with the Grantee and its
assigns that Grantor is lawfully seized and possessed of the herein described Property in fee simple;
that the same is free and clear of all encumbrances (except for covenants, easements, and restrictions
of record, if any); that Grantor has the right to convey this Easement; that Grantor warrants, specially
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and generally, the title and quiet enjoyment of the Property; that Grantor, its successors and assigns
will forever defend the same unto Grantor and its assigns against all lawful claims and demands
thereof by others and will issue such further assurances as Grantor and/or its assigns may request,
GRANTEE, notwithstanding any provision to the contrary herein, shall not be required to
expend in any one fiscal year any sum in excess of appropriations made by Congress or adminis-
tratively allocated for the purpose of compliance with the conditions of this Easement for the fis-
cal year; this Easement shall not bind Grantee under any contract or other obligation for the fur-
ther expenditure of money in excess of such appropriations or allocations; and nothing in this
Easemnet may be considered as implying that Congress will at a later date appropriate funds suf-
ficient to meet deficiencies.
TO HAVE AND TO HOLD, the said Preservation and Conservation Easement, unto the said
Grantee and its successors and permitted assigns forever. This DEED OF PRESERVATION AND
CONSERVATION EASEMENT may be executed in two counterparts and by each party on a sepa-
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rate counterpart, each of which when so executed and delivered shall be an original, but both of
which together shall constitute one instrument.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Grantor and Grantee have set their hands under seal on the days
and year set forth below.
[As applicable: Grantor and Grantee expressly acknowledge and understand that, by their exe-
cution of this document, the certification under Paragraph 28 is made under penalty of perjury.]
WITNESS: GRANTOR:
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MORTGAGE SUBORDINATION [as applicable]
30. Subordination of Mortgage. At the time of the conveyance of this Easement, the Property
is subject to a Mortgage/Deed of Trust dated ________, recorded in the Land Records of [county,
town, or district] at Book/Liber ______, Page/Folio ______ (hereinafter “the Mortgage”/”the Deed
of Trust”) held by ________________________ (hereinafter, “Mortgagee”/”Lender”). The Mortga-
gee/Lender joins in the execution of this Easement to evidence its agreement to subordinate the
Mortgage/the Deed of Trust to this Easement under the following conditions and stipulations:
(a) The Mortgagee/Lender and its assignees shall have a prior claim to all insurance proceeds as
a result of any casualty, hazard, or accident occurring to or about the Property and all proceeds of
condemnation proceedings, and shall be entitled to the same in preference to Grantee until the Mort-
gage/the Deed of Trust is paid off and discharged, notwithstanding that the Mortgage/the Deed of
Trust is subordinate in priority to the Easement; provided, however, that if the Easement is terminat-
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ed under the circumstances described in Paragraphs 23.2 and 23.3, Grantee shall be entitled to com-
pensation in accordance with the terms set forth therein.
(b) If the Mortgagee/Lender receives an assignment of the leases, rents, and profits of the Prop-
erty as security or additional security for the loan secured by the Mortgage/Deed of Trust, then the
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Mortgagee/Lender shall have a prior claim to the leases, rents, and profits of the Property and shall
be entitled to receive the same in preference to Grantee until the Mortgagee’s/Lender’s debt is paid
off or otherwise satisfied, notwithstanding that the Mortgage/Deed of Trust is subordinate in priority
to the Easement.
(c) The Mortgagee/Lender or purchaser in foreclosure shall have no obligation, debt, or liability
under the Easement until the Mortgagee/Lender or a purchaser in foreclosure under it obtains owner-
ship of the Property. In the event of foreclosure or deed in lieu of foreclosure, the Easement is not
extinguished.
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(d) Nothing contained in this paragraph or in this Easement shall be construed to give any Mort-
gagee/Lender the right to violate the terms of this Easement or to extinguish this Easement by taking
title to the Property by foreclosure or otherwise.
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A.Property Description
B. Baseline Documentation [generally non-recordable]
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CITY OF DOVER
FINANCE & CENTRAL SERVICES DEPARTMENTS
MONTHLY BUDGET REPORT
NOVEMBER 2012
PREPARED BY: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
PLEASE NOTE – THIS REPORT PROVIDES TOP LINE INFORMATION ON THE OPERATING
FUNDS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO
CONTACT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
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CITY OF DOVER
November 2012 Monthly Budget Reports
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FINANCE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY12 YTD FY13 YTD
BANK TRENDS
Number of Deposits Made 2,031 2,375
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 70,034,962 $ 67,606,437
PAYROLL
Hours % Amount Hours % Amount
Gross wages per registers 380,943 100.0% $ 8,925,870 370,550 100.0% $ 8,923,657
Wages and Hours Worked
Regular 322,411 84.6% $ 6,996,030 303,914 82.0% $ 6,744,373
All over time 14,290 3.8% $ 666,736 20,362 5.5% $ 906,899
Other Paid or Unpaid Wages and Hours
Vacation 24,330 6.4% $ 633,895 21,958 5.9% $ 572,604
Sick 10,536 2.8% $ 274,280 8,518 2.3% $ 213,751
Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout 4,015 1.1% $ 162,428 10,579 2.9% $ 298,469
Comp Time 3,996 1.0% $ 120,026 4,042 1.1% $ 114,264
Personal 333 0.1% $ 9,107 425 0.1% $ 11,629
Leave Without Pay - 0.0% $ - - 0.0% $ -
Other (description below) 1,032 0.3% $ 63,368 755 0.2% $ 61,668
Other includes: pay adjustments, military differential pay, committee meetings, worker compensation tracking/adjustments, etc.
Other Activity
Number of Pay Periods 11 11
Number of Payroll Checks & Direct Deposits Issued 4,276 4,012
Number of Pension Checks Issued 1,195 1,229
Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 1,932,659 $ 2,034,375
Payroll Checks & Direct Deposits issued: number of payroll checks issued for FY 2010 includes separate checks for shoe allowance & clothing allowance.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Number of Check Vouchers 2,643 2,541
Number of EFT Vouchers 919 892
Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 36,868,351 $ 36,123,867
CENTRAL SERVICES ACTIVITY LEVELS
Warehouse Stock Total Amount of Items on Hand
$3,000,000 2,700 $630
2,600
2,500
$2,500,000 2,400
2,300
2,200
$2,000,000 $530
2,100
2,000
$1,500,000 1,900
1,800
1,700
$1,000,000 1,600 $430
1,500
1,400
Thousands
$500,000 1,300
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov $330
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Total Dollar Value Total Line Items
Total Dollar Value: $2,284,405 $230
Total Line Items: 1,476
$130
S t o c k P u r c h a se s b y F u n d
$250,000
$200,000 $30
Nov‐11 Dec‐11 Jan‐12 Feb‐12 Mar‐12 Apr‐12 May‐12 Jun‐12 Jul‐12 Aug‐12 Sep‐12 Oct‐12 Nov‐12
$ 15 0 , 0 0 0
$ 10 0 , 0 0 0
Electric Water General
$50,000
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N ov D e c J a n Fe b M a r A pr M a y J un J ul A ug S e p Oc t N ov
Electric: $523,419 Water: $59,228 General: $41,083
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
E le c t ric Wa t e r G e ne ra l
Fuel Use
Electric: $27,294 Water: $2,035 General: $16,124 Unleaded: 8,925.5 gallons
Diesel: 6,939.8 gallons
Total: $ 49,750
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report –November 2012
General Fund Summary
42% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - unaudited $ 2,666,600 $ - $ 2,666,600 0.0%
Revenues
Court of Chancery Fees 753,800 202,700 551,100 26.9%
Fines & Police Revenues 1,162,400 515,148 647,252 44.3%
Franchise Fees 550,000 156,444 393,556 28.4%
Grants 708,500 139,975 568,525 19.8%
Intrafund Services 4,329,100 1,714,122 2,614,978 39.6%
Library & Recreation Revenues 602,100 261,052 341,048 43.4%
Licenses & Permits 2,508,300 1,697,413 810,887 67.7%
Property Taxes (Includes BID Revenue) (1) 11,049,000 11,033,775 15,225 99.9%
Sanitation Revenues 2,690,200 1,095,178 1,595,022 40.7%
Other Miscellaneous Revenues 130,500 68,385 62,115 52.4%
Garrison Farm Rent Revenue 62,000 14,094 47,906 22.7%
Transfers-In from Special Funds & Utilities
Civil Traffic Penalties 750,000 67,020 682,980 8.9%
Municipal Street Aid Fund 527,400 265,434 261,966 50.3%
Transfer Taxes 1,370,000 219,775 1,150,225 16.0%
Verizon and CI Reserves 11,000 - 11,000 0.0%
Water/Wastewater Fund 500,000 500,000 - 100.0%
Electric Fund 8,000,000 4,000,000 4,000,000 50.0%
Total Revenues 35,704,300 21,950,515 13,753,785 61.5%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 38,370,900 $ 21,950,515 $ 16,420,385 57.2%
Expenditures
City Clerk & Council $ 441,100 $ 167,768 $ 273,332 38.0%
Mayor, City Manager & Human Resources 822,100 328,661 493,439 40.0%
Police & Police Extra Duty 13,774,600 5,939,314 7,835,286 43.1%
Public Services 4,359,300 1,684,380 2,674,920 38.6%
Central Services 1,968,400 761,354 1,207,046 38.7%
Planning & Inspections 1,996,600 796,983 1,199,617 39.9%
Finance, Info Tech & Customer Services 2,423,400 999,513 1,423,887 41.2%
Library & Recreation 1,963,600 730,008 1,233,592 37.2%
Fire Department 688,300 294,795 393,505 42.8%
Assessor 187,500 81,539 105,961 43.5%
Contribution to DDP 180,000 180,000 - 100.0%
Miscellaneous Grant Expense 25,000 - 25,000 0.0%
Other Employment Expenses 463,400 - 463,400 0.0%
Insurance 600,000 172,722 427,278 28.8%
OPEB - Retiree’s Health Care Contribution 1,620,600 810,300 810,300 50.0%
Police Pension Trust Contribution - State Grant 500,000 100,000 400,000 20.0%
Appropriation to Emp Pension Fund - Unfunded Liability 1,310,500 1,310,500 - 100.0%
Appropriation to Police Pension Fund 95,000 95,000 - 100.0%
Street Lights 869,700 370,256 499,444 42.6%
Debt Service 624,200 314,403 309,797 50.4%
Provision for Uncollectible 10,000 10,000 - 100.0%
Transfers Out
Capital Projects Fund 613,400 - 613,400 0.0%
Total Expenditures 35,536,700 15,147,496 20,389,204 42.6%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 2,834,200 - 2,834,200 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 38,370,900 $ 15,147,496 $ 23,223,404 39.5%
Reserve Balances
Contingency $ 731,100 $ 727,017
(1) Property Taxes are the taxes billed and not cash received. The outstanding receivable balance as of 11/30/12 is $656,740.69
as compared to $941,414.20 in November 2011.
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Finance Department
Monthly Report –November 2012
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
42% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water - unaudited $ 865,100 $ - $ 865,100 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater - unaudited $ 853,000 $ - $ 853,000 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Kent County Treatment - unaudited $ (553,500) $ - $ (553,500) 0.0%
1,164,600 - 1,164,600 0.0%
Revenues
Water Fees 4,730,700 2,167,062 2,563,638 45.8%
Wastewater Fees 3,834,600 1,605,998 2,228,602 41.9%
Kent County Treatment Fees 3,090,800 1,324,098 1,766,702 42.8%
Ground Water Adjustment Fees 1,257,600 594,256 663,344 47.3%
Water Tank Leases 313,500 139,030 174,470 44.3%
Interest Earnings - Water 8,700 994 7,706 11.4%
Interest Earnings - Water/Wastewater 17,100 1,931 15,169 11.3%
Miscellaneous 77,000 36,602 40,398 47.5%
Impact Fees - Water 350,000 124,789 225,211 35.7%
Impact Fees - Wastewater 317,000 119,036 197,964 37.6%
Total Revenues 13,997,000 6,113,796 7,883,204 43.7%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 15,161,600 $ 6,113,796 $ 9,047,804 40.3%
Expenses
Water/Wastewater Operating Divisions
Engineering & Inspection $ 597,900 $ 188,305 $ 409,595 31.5%
Water 408,200 157,405 250,795 38.6%
Water Treatment Plant 1,522,600 602,969 919,631 39.6%
Wastewater 993,000 300,509 692,491 30.3%
Construction & Inspection 345,700 141,535 204,165 40.9%
Kent County Treatment Fees 3,600,000 1,423,701 2,176,299 39.5%
Intrafund Services 1,235,400 471,128 764,272 38.1%
Pension Unfunded Liability 309,800 309,800 - 100.0%
OPEB - Retiree's Health Care Contributions 220,000 110,000 110,000 50.0%
Debt Service 1,263,600 322,600 941,000 25.5%
Inventory/Fixed Asset Write-offs 5,000 5,000 - 100.0%
Other Employment Expenses 16,200 - 16,200 0.0%
Transfers Out 0.0%
General Fund 500,000 500,000 - 100.0%
Uncollectible Reserve 5,000 5,000 - 100.0%
Water I & E Fund 1,700,000 425,000 1,275,000 25.0%
Wastewater I & E Fund 1,200,000 300,000 900,000 25.0%
Capital Asset Reserve - Water 70,000 70,000 - 100.0%
Capital Asset Reserve - Wastewater 22,000 22,000 - 100.0%
Total Expenses 14,014,400 5,354,952 8,659,448 38.2%
Budget Balances
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 482,700 - 482,700 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - WW 664,500 - 664,500 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 1,147,200 - 1,147,200 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 15,161,600 $ 5,354,952 $ 9,806,648 35.3%
Reserve Balances
Contingency-Water $ 103,724 $ 103,110
Contingency-Wastewater $ 189,176 $ 186,481
Impact Fee Reserve - Sewer NO BUDGET $ 3,507,091
Impact Fee Reserve - Water NO BUDGET $ 442,359
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.20) 3.73 4.65
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Finance Department
Monthly Report –November 2012
Electric Revenue Fund Summary
42% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - unaudited $ 7,184,000 $ - $ 7,184,000 0.0%
Revenues
Sales to Customers 85,071,400 38,765,779 46,305,621 45.6%
Utility Tax 1,595,200 645,880 949,320 40.5%
Weyandt Hall Rents 225,000 92,039 132,961 40.9%
Miscellaneous Revenues 979,700 527,594 452,106 53.9%
Interest Earned 107,800 42,710 65,090 39.6%
Transfer from Rate Stabilization 5,400,000 2,700,000 2,700,000 50.0%
Intrafund Service Receipts Water/Wastewater 130,800 57,863 72,937 44.2%
Total Revenues 93,509,900 42,831,865 50,678,035 45.8%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 100,693,900 $ 42,831,865 $ 57,862,035 42.5%
Expenses
Power Supply & Generation
Power Supply $ 40,883,400 $ 16,755,459 $ 24,127,941 41.0%
Power Supply Management/Incentive 996,000 415,000 581,000 41.7%
Capacity Charges 12,564,800 4,690,302 7,874,498 37.3%
PJM Spot Market Energy (772,700) - (772,700) 0.0%
PJM Charges - Load 17,508,300 5,929,034 11,579,266 33.9%
Total Power Supply 71,179,800 27,789,795 (27,789,795) 39.0%
Plant Operations 5,914,900 2,370,912 3,543,988 40.1%
Generation Fuels 586,000 944,038 (358,038) 161.1%
Capacity Credits (14,318,600) (5,952,083) (8,366,517) 41.6%
PJM Credits (427,000) (2,103,371) 1,676,371 492.6%
Total Generation (8,244,700) (4,740,504) 4,740,504 57.5%
Total Power Supply & Plant 62,935,100 23,049,291 39,885,809 36.6%
Electric Operating Divisions:
Transmission/Distribution 3,223,600 1,398,446 1,825,154 43.4%
Electrical Engineering 1,163,900 439,495 724,405 37.8%
Administration 501,200 130,076 371,124 26.0%
Meter Reading 212,500 92,946 119,554 43.7%
Systems Operations 517,600 230,842 286,758 44.6%
Intrafund Services 3,224,500 1,300,857 1,923,643 40.3%
Utility Tax 1,595,200 645,881 949,319 40.5%
OPEB - Retirees Health Care Contribution 696,500 348,250 348,250 50.0%
Pension Trust Contribution - Unfunded liability 1,074,200 1,074,200 - 100.0%
Interest on Deposits 35,000 11,392 23,608 32.5%
Green Energy Payment to DEMEC 129,000 63,233 65,767 49.0%
Accounts Receivable Write-Offs 150,000 150,000 - 100.0%
Inventory Write-Offs 175,000 175,000 - 100.0%
Other Employee Expenses 157,900 - 157,900 0.0%
Contractual Services Power Supply 190,000 19,775 170,225 10.4%
Debt Service 3,323,600 1,406,985 1,916,615 42.3%
Transfers Out: 0.0%
General Fund 8,000,000 4,000,000 4,000,000 50.0%
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund 3,500,000 1,750,000 1,750,000 50.0%
Total Expenses 90,804,800 36,286,669 54,518,131 40.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 9,889,100 - 9,889,100 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 100,693,900 $ 36,286,669 $ 64,407,231 36.0%
Reserve Balances
Contingency Reserve $ 816,200 $ 806,508
Insurance Reserve $ 750,000 $ 726,085
Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 4,947,600 $ 7,611,005
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.25) 2.74 7.02
Megawatt Hours Sold & Purchased
Sales to Customers MWh (excluding Street Light MWh) 709,972 335,601 47.3%
Sales per MWh $ 119.824 $ 115.512 96.4%
Purchased/Generated MWh 750,296 328,953 43.8%
All In MWh Supply & Generation 83.88 $ 70.069 83.5%
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Finance Department
Monthly Report –November 2012
General Capital Project Fund Summary
42% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Projects - unaudited $ 294,400 $ - $ 294,400 0.0%
Revenues
State Grant - Other 108,000 93,210 14,790 86.3%
Interest Earnings - 5,784 (5,784) 0.0%
Income from Sale of Assets - 39,193 (39,193) 0.0%
Loan Proceeds - Streets, City Hall 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 0.0%
Loan Proceeds - Garrison Farm 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 0.0%
Transfer from General Fund for Projects 613,400 - 613,400 0.0%
Police Grant 33,800 - 33,800 0.0%
Subtotal Project Receipts 4,755,200 138,187 4,617,013
State Grant - Library 884,200 724,812 159,388 82.0%
Loan Proceeds - Library Green Energy Project - 648,500 (648,500) 0.0%
Kent County Library Contribution 250,000 250,000 - 100.0%
Transfer from Library Foundation 67,500 300,000 (232,500) 444.4%
Income from Sale of Library/Bridge Loan 1,200,000 1,200,000 - 100.0%
Subtotal Library Project Receipts 2,401,700 3,123,312 (721,612) 130.0%
0.0%
Total Revenues 7,156,900 3,261,499 3,895,401 45.6%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenue $ 7,451,300 $ 3,261,499 $ 4,189,801 43.8%
Expenditures
Fire $ 238,500 $ 238,515 $ (15) 100.0%
Grounds Maintenance 112,000 - 112,000 0.0%
Library 2,535,000 2,412,078 122,922 95.2%
Recreation 30,000 - 30,000 0.0%
Police 197,000 19,864 177,136 10.1%
Streets (1) 1,974,000 16,756 1,957,244 0.8%
Sanitation 150,000 - 150,000 0.0%
Information Technology 57,000 50,198 6,802 88.1%
Facilities Management 381,000 96,275 284,725 25.3%
Mayor 33,000 - 33,000 0.0%
Loan Issuance Costs 56,000 1,029 54,971 1.8%
Transfer to Community Transportation Fund 1,606,700 - 1,606,700 0.0%
Total Expenditures 7,370,200 2,834,715 4,535,485 38.5%
Budget Balance - Projects 81,100 - 81,100 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 7,451,300 $ 2,834,715 $ 4,616,585 38.0%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement Reserve $ 503,000 $ 502,493
Parkland/Recreation $ 202,600 $ 200,900
(1) Street program - Budget includes $2 million for street repaving and City Hall improvements to be completed over two years (Fiscal
Years 2012 and 2013). Will be funded by bond issue or commercial bank loan.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report –November 2012
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
42% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water - unaudited $ 3,071,800 $ - $ 3,071,800 0.0%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater - unaudited $ 1,013,600 $ - $ 1,013,600 0.0%
Revenues
Bond Proceeds - Water 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 0.0%
Bond Proceeds - Wastewater 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 0.0%
State Loan-Wastewater 2011 - 297,239 (297,239) 0.0%
Income from Sale of Assets - 4,171 (4,171) 0.0%
Interest Earned 25,000 40,808 (15,808) 163.2%
Transfer from Water Operating Fund for Water 1,700,000 425,000 1,275,000 25.0%
Transfer from Wastewater Operating Fund for Wastewater 1,200,000 300,000 900,000 25.0%
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve - Water 300,000 - 300,000 0.0%
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve - Wastewater 250,000 - 250,000 0.0%
Total Revenues 7,475,000 1,067,218 6,407,782 14.3%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 11,560,400 $ 1,067,218 $ 10,493,182 9.2%
Expenses
Bond Issue Costs $ 344,000 $ - $ 344,000 0.0%
Engineering & Inspection 23,400 - 23,400 0.0%
Water 5,140,000 332,540 4,807,460 6.5%
Wastewater 3,817,300 684,873 3,132,427 17.9%
Water Treatment Plant 24,100 - 24,100 0.0%
Water Construction 31,000 - 31,000 0.0%
Total Expenses 9,379,800 1,017,413 8,362,387 10.8%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 1,675,500 - 1,675,500 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Wastewater 505,100 - 505,100 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 2,180,600 - 2,180,600 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 11,560,400 $ 1,017,413 $ 10,542,987 8.8%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement - Water $ 501,100 $ 500,643
Capital Asset Replacement - Wastewater $ 501,100 $ 499,498
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Finance Department
Monthly Report –November 2012
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
42% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - unaudited $ 2,714,600 $ - $ 2,714,600 0.0%
Revenues
Interest Earnings 40,700 18,311 22,389 45.0%
Transfer from Electric Revenue Fund 3,500,000 1,750,000 1,750,000 50.0%
Transfer from Future Capacity Reserve 550,000 550,000 - 100.0%
Total Revenues 4,090,700 2,323,237 1,767,463 56.8%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 6,805,300 $ 2,323,237 $ 4,482,063 34.1%
Expenses
Power Plant $ 1,441,300 $ 68,861 $ 1,372,439 4.8%
Transmission/Distribution 596,000 442,542 153,458 74.3%
Electrical Engineering 1,932,700 408,892 1,523,808 21.2%
Total Expenses 3,970,000 920,295 3,049,705 23.2%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 2,835,300 - 2,835,300 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 6,805,300 $ 920,295 $ 5,885,005 13.5%
Reserve Balances
Depreciation Reserve $ 9,864,800 $ 9,762,152
Future Capacity Reserve $ 9,362,000 $ 9,279,386
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report –November 2012
Community Transportation Improvement Fund
42% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - unaudited $ 435,700 $ - $ 435,700 0.0%
Revenues
Grants Revenue 300,000 4,192 295,808 1.4%
Transfer from General Capital Project Fund 1,606,700 - 1,606,700 0.0%
Interest Earned 500 - 500 0.0%
Total Revenues 1,907,200 4,192 1,903,008 0.2%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 2,342,900 $ 4,192 $ 2,338,708 0.2%
Expenses
Program Expenses $ 700,000 $ 13,193 $ 686,807 1.9%
Program Expenses - City appropriated 1,546,700 - 1,546,700 0.0%
Program Expenses- Concrete Program 60,000 6,148 53,852 10.2%
Total Expenses 2,306,700 19,341 2,287,359 0.8%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 36,200 - 36,200 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 2,342,900 $ 19,341 $ 2,323,559 0.8%
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CITY OF DOVER
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
COMBINING STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES
AND CHANGES IN UNRESERVED FUND
PERIOD ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2012
CDBG/NSP SUBSTANCE
POLICE LIBRARY HOUSING ABUSE PREV.
GRANTS GRANTS GRANTS GRANT TOTALS
REVENUES:
State Grants received $ 182,725 $ - $ - $ 14,015 $ 196,740
Federal Grants received 17,292 1,275 190,573 - 209,140
Recreation revenue - - - 3,330 3,330
Investment income (loss) - - - - -
TOTAL REVENUES $ 200,017 $ 1,275 $ 190,573 $ 17,345 $ 409,210
EXPENDITURES:
Program expenditures $ 111,944 $ 42,147 $ - $ 37,381 $ 191,472
Program expenditures - NSP - - 58,002 - 58,002
Program expenditures - CDBG - - 49,628 - 49,628
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 111,944 $ 42,147 $ 107,630 $ 37,381 $ 299,102
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ 88,073 $ (40,872) $ 82,943 $ (20,036) $ 110,108
Other financing sources (uses):
Operating transfers-out (82,676) - - - (82,676)
Excess (deficiency) of revenues and other
financing sources over expenditures & other
uses $ 5,397 $ (40,872) $ 82,943 $ (20,036) $ 27,432
FUND BALANCE
AT BEGINNING OF YEAR $ 173,789 $ 30,008 $ 16,197 $ 21,620 $ 241,614
FUND BALANCE
AT END OF PERIOD $ 179,186 $ (10,864) $ 99,140 $ 1,584 $ 269,046
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Monthly Report
November 2012
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 November 2011/2012 Month of November 2011/2012
34 $100
35 $60
Thousands
30 25
25 15 16 $30
20 $50 $28
15 10 $6 $12 $7 $0
5 2011 $0 2011
10 1 0 1 0
5 $0
0 2012 2012
First Time Buyer for Month of November 2011/2012 Realty
November 2011/2012 PropertySales in Dollars Received
Prior to Recording
20 15 16
Res. Non‐First $3 $2 $2 $2
Millions
15 Time Buyers $2
10 $1 $0 $0
10 Res. First Time 2011 $1 $0 $0
5 $0
Buyers
5 2012
0
2011 2012
Major Updates
September ‐ 12 October ‐ 12 November – 12
Assessment Change $4,405,200 ‐$449,700 $1,056,900
Residential Sales Ratio Report
Sales in Study Total Assessed Value Total Sale Pric e Ratio PRD
9 $1,983,100 $1,866,180 1.06 1.01
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.
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Assessor’s Report
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 scanned and indexed into Fortis.
2015 Revaluation
‐ The Assessor’s Office has started the 2015 Revaluation process.
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DEC 18, 2012 CITY OF DOVER PAGE: 1
08:58 AM SALES RATIO REPORT CA324
PARID NBHD LUC ADDRESS UNITS STYLE YRBLT STORIES SFLA GRADE CDU TOTAL APPR SALE DT PRICE ASR
ED05-066.02-01-01.00 24A R10 101 HOBBYHORSE CT 5 2011 2 2614 B+ VG 275,900 05-NOV-12 255,000 1.08
ED05-067.17-02-56.00 22 R10 172 BURNING TREE RD 1 5 1988 2 3010 B+ VG 313,400 16-NOV-12 275,000 1.14
ED05-076.04-01-82.00 16M R10 514 ANN MOORE ST 13 2012 2 1760 B- AV 173,100 02-NOV-12 181,085 .96
ED05-076.04-01-83.00 16M R10 516 ANN MOORE ST 13 2012 2 1760 B- AV 173,100 02-NOV-12 174,595 .99
ED05-076.05-07-19.00 22 R10 311 PEBBLE VALLEY PL 1 5 1997 2 2901 A- VG 311,300 02-NOV-12 285,000 1.09
ED05-076.07-02-27.00 17 R10 8 PAUL REVERE CT 1 5 1989 2 2333 B GD 207,700 27-NOV-12 233,500 .89
ED05-077.11-05-32.00 16J R10 12 MER WAY 8 2012 2 2242 B- AV 202,200 09-NOV-12 182,000 1.11
ED05-085.12-02-71.00 12 R10 364 MOCKINGBIRD AVE 1 5 1968 2 1688 C+ AV 163,700 09-NOV-12 125,000 1.31
ED05-085.12-03-67.00 12 R10 382 MIMOSA AVE 1 16 1972 1 1844 C+ AV 162,700 19-NOV-12 155,000 1.05
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CITY MANAGER’S
MONTHLY REPORT
NOVEMBER 2012
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Customer Services
In the month of November, we processed 1,669 payments as of November 30, 2012.
City of Dover property taxes were due July 31, 2012. As of November 30, 2012, the delinquent property
taxes total $659,509.56 for all tax years. Our collection efforts include sending a delinquent statement,
making phone calls, and enforcing the Clean Hands Act. The Planning and Inspections Department has
been providing assistance in collecting these outstanding debts. In December, the properties over one (1)
year delinquent will be selected to be processed for the monition sale.
Human Resources
Continued contract negotiations with DOE bargaining unit
Open enrollment for flex spending
Library
1,194 children attended 43 children’s programs.
66 teens attended 10 programs for teens.
275 adults attended 8 adult programs.
128 attended 26 programs/classes coordinated through the Job Center.
Public Works
Working on CIP and additional funding for future street program and other projects.
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CUSTOMER SERVICES
WORK ORDERS PROCESSED EXTENSIONS OF CREDIT
3,000
1,000
2,500 2,349
800
1,920
2,000 1,783 1,836
1,583 1,658 1,658 1,730 1,655 1,652
1,576 1,576
1,447 600
1,500
1,000 400 303 297
248 231 251
223 207
500 200
Nov‐ Dec‐ Jan‐ Feb‐ Mar‐ Apr‐ May‐ Jun‐ Jul‐ Aug‐ Sep‐ Oct‐ Nov‐
Nov‐ Dec‐ Jan‐ Feb‐ Mar‐ Apr‐ May‐ Jun‐ Jul‐ Aug‐ Sep‐ Oct‐ Nov‐
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE CUTS FOR NON PAYMENT
80,000 $2,000,000
64,359
61,948
60,000 $1,600,000
$1,200,000 $1,109,690
40,000 28,231
26,159
11,675 $800,000 $574,474
20,000 12,504
9,497
9,513
57 49 $400,000 $199,581
0 $103,334
Drive‐Thru Over the Mail, Drop Credit Cards Bank Drafts
Window Counter Box
$‐
November 2012 November 2011 FYTD13 FYTD12
2013 YTD 2012YTD
FY 2013 FY 2012
Major Program Updates Nov 2012 Nov 2011 Difference
Year‐to‐Date Year‐to‐Date
Number of Customers Served 23,621 21,653 1,968 123,527 123,348
Final Bills 599 600 (1) 3,385 3,443
Es mated Bills 175 152 23 763 780
Penal es Posted $ 22,611 $ 22,505 107 $ 102,744 $ 96,136
Extensions of Credit ‐ Amount Extended $ 104,120 $ 107,949 (3,829) $ 460,796 $ 1,125,097
Balance Transfers $ 3,579 $ 1,755 1,824 $ 13,450 $ 9,068
U lity Collec ons $ 18,167 $ 20,460 (2,293) $ 119,802 $ 159,326
Special Assessments $ 110 $ ‐ 110 $ 549 $ 110
Miscellaneous Billings $ 166,902 $ 118,285 48,617 $ 556,412 $ 711,598
CNP through Disconnect Collars $ 32 $ 9 23 154 44
Court Cases ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐ ‐
Tamperings 2 4 (2) 14 22
Taxes Levied (includes carry forward) $ 10,901,726 $ 1,024,315 9,877,411 $ 10,901,726 $ 1,024,315
Billing Adjustments $ 10,837 $ 116 10,720 $ 10,837 $ 116
Total Taxes Collected $ 10,253,053 $ 71,663 10,181,390 $ ‐ $ 9,966,666
Taxes Outstanding $ 659,510 $ 952,768 (293,259) $ 659,510 $ 952,768
Payments in Lieu $ 5,000 $ ‐ 5,000 $ 5,000 $ ‐
Billing Accuracy (on schedule billings) 99.0% 99.0% ‐ 99.0% 99.0%
Bills Published on Schedule 99.0% 99.0% ‐ 99.9% 99.9%
Meters Read on Schedule 99.9% 99.9% ‐ 99.9% 99.9%
Customer Sa sfac on Ra ng 99.9% 99.9% ‐ 99.7% 99.7%
Delinquent Accounts Collected 99.7% 99.7% ‐ 99.8% 99.8%
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov
Category Total
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 2012** 2012 12 12 12
Caucasian* 299 299 295 294* 291 289 290 285 286 282 286 285 283 N/A
*
Minori es 61 59 59 59* 57 56 57 58 59 58 58 58 57 N/A
Hired 1 0 0 2 0 0 2 6 0 1 5 0 1 18
Terminated/Resigned/
2 2 4 3 5 3 2 5 0 5 1 0 4 36
Re red/Other
Transferred/Promoted 2 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 2 2 8
Jobs Posted 0 0 0 0 3 4 2 2 0 4 1 2 4 22
Workers Comp. Injuries 9 4 3 3 6 2 2 1 4 2 2 5 0 43
Workers Comp. Hours 369 418 315 222 55 195 112 139 164 192 160 66 138 2545
Insurance Claims 1 2 1 2 4 3 6 2 3 1 3 3 4 35
Full‐ me Employees: 324 Part‐ me Employees: 16 (4 Pi s Center, 1 Recrea on, 11 Library)
‐Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, commi ee or council members.
* Correc on to February 2012; **Correc on to July 2012
Posi on Posted: Motor Equipment Operator I & II (Sanita on), Library Clerk II & Library Assistant
Posi on Re red: Records Unit Supervisor (Police), Library Assistant
Posi on Terminated: Inspector I
Posi on Resigned: Custodian I
Posi on Promoted: MEO I to MEO II (Water)
Posi on Transferred: MEO I (Streets) to MEO I Water/Wastewater
Hired: Police Clerk II
Recruitment Informa on (Job pos ng closed in November)
American Indi‐
Asian/Pacific In Out
Posi on Total Female Male Black White Hispanic an/Alaskan Unknown
Islander Dover Dover
Na ve
MEO I & II 65 0 65 26 35 0 1 0 3 20 45
Library Clerk II 119 93 11 29 71 2 2 0 15 43 76
Library Assistant 85 63 17 32 43 3 1 1 5 39 46
Unfilled/Open Posi ons by Department*
Unfilled/Open Posi ons Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov
By Department 11 11 12** 12 12 12 12 12 12² 12 12 12 12
Electric 5 5 5 5 5 5 3 3 1 2 2 3
3
Public Works 5 5 9 11 13 13 15 16 9 12 13 12
12
Police 3 3 3 1 2 3 2 4 3 4 5 5
5
All Other Departments 10.5 12.5 11.5 12 13 15 14 15 8 9 6 6
7
Totals 23.5 25.5 28.5 29 33 36 34 38 21 27 26 26
27
²
The following has been updated to reflected the Fiscal 2012‐13 Budget
Electric: Electric Director, Electrical Engineer, Senior Lineman
Public Works: (2) U lity Maintenance Mechanic I/ Wastewater, (2) Motor Equipment Operator I/Water, Motor Equipment Operator II/Water, (2) Motor
Equipment Operator II/Sanita on, Vehicle Maintenance ‐Mechanic I, Water Treatment Plant Operator I, U lity Maintenance Mechanic II/Wastewater,
Opera ons ‐Construc on Manager, Buildings Cra sperson II, Custodian
Police: Police Officer, Communica ons Operator, Administra ve Assistant, Building Cra sperson I, Records Unit Supervisor
All Other Departments: Administra ve Assistant ‐ IT, Library Clerk I, (2) Library Assistant, (2) Fire Dispatcher, Inspector I
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HUMAN RESOURCES
continued
Bonus Programs by Month
Bonus Program Cate‐ Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov
Total
gory 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Stop Program‐Sensibly
Taking Off Pounds(weigh 148
‐ins)
Caught Doing it Right‐
Promotes employees
0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 6
produc vity & crea vity
(submissions)
Breathe Program‐
Rewards for ending
1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 3
tobacco use
(submissions)
Ducs in a Row‐Doing
Useful Community Ser‐ 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
vice (submissions)
Workers Comp Injuries
20
15
10
5
0
*
Nov‐ Dec‐ Jan‐ Feb‐ Mar‐ Apr‐ May‐ Jun‐ Jul‐12 Aug‐ Sep‐ Oct‐ Nov‐
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Electric Public Works Police Others
* Organiza on Change
Electric: 0 Public Works: 0 Police: 0 All Other Depts.: 0
*
* Organiza on Change
Electric: 0 Public Works: 98 Police: 040 All Other Depts.: 0
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Service Requests Resolved Citizen Action Center ‐ Customers w/ New Issues
250 221
206
150
202 198
186 192 100
200 171
182 179 130
165 162 94
144 144 110 63 82
150 100
90 31 61
44 48
100 70 60 86 86
57
50 50
30
0 10
Nov‐ Dec‐ Jan‐ Feb‐ Mar‐ Apr‐ May‐ Jun‐ Jul‐ Aug‐ Sep‐ Oct‐ Nov‐ Nov‐ Dec‐ Jan‐ Feb‐ Mar‐ Apr‐ May‐ Jun‐ Jul‐ Aug‐ Sep‐ Oct‐ Nov‐
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Programming Requests Completed Page Views ‐ City of Dover Web Page
30 28 30,000
24 23
25 21 21
25,000
20
Pages Viewed
17 20,000
15 16 16 15 15 14
27,002
15 12 15,000
20,942 22,051 22,828 22,905 23,096
19,853 19,936 20,685 18,886
17,995 17,120 17,542
10 10,000
5 5,000
0 0
Nov‐ Dec‐ Jan‐ Feb‐ Mar‐ Apr‐ May‐ Jun‐ Jul‐ Aug‐ Sep‐ Oct‐ Nov‐ Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov-
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Current
Performance Indicators Last Month Same Month
Month
Last Year
iSeries Availability 100% 100% 100%
Server Availability 100% 100% 100%
AS/400 Connec ons
(concurrent/authorized users)
N/A N/A N/A
PCs Supported 356 358 341
Scheduled PCs Replaced ‐ ‐ ‐
Servers Supported 14 14 16
People Trained 8 2 21
Availability Sta s cs based on 7:00 AM un l 5:00 PM Monday—Friday
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LIBRARY
Adult Services Childrens Services
1000 1000
500 500
0 0
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Reference Reader's Advisory Reference Reader's Advisory Electronic Assistance
Reference – 227; Reader’s Advisory – 150; Reference - 186; Reader’s Advisory – 68;
Electronic Assistance – 890 Electronic Assistance – 54
****We have amended our Electronic Assistance, Reader's Advisory & Reference
transactions to more accurately represent the actual statistics.***
Circulation Nov 12 FYTD 13 Nov 11 FYTD 12
Dover residents 22,481 87,119 16,138 83,878
Ebooks (began 12/2011) 837 4,031
Kent residents* 16,222 67,963 14,326 73,251
Non-county residents 2,306 9,699 2,028 8,602
Registrations
Dover residents 478 1,833 140 1,007
Kent residents* 110 460 52 418
Non-county residents 10 50 4 50
Other
Visiting Patrons 30,024 131,380 27,195 156,776
Meeting Room Usage 1,396 3,003 120 300
Photocopier Usage 1,123 5,273 906 6,795
Dial-A-Story N/A 1,911 852 5,306
Holds (Total) 5,713 26,433 6,572 35,842
*Breakout of Kent County Residen al Sta s cs
Circula on Registra ons
Harrington: 182 Harrington: 1
Smyrna: 1,427 Smyrna: 15
Milford: 137 Milford: 2
Outside City Limits: 14,476 Outside City Limits: 92
Total Registered Users: (Card Holders)
City: 19,413 Kent County: 13,040 Outside Kent County: 1,084
Other Points of Interest:
Inter/Interlibrary***: 60 items loaned out Technical services: 1,230 items added
42 items borrowed 2,604 items deleted
Volunteers: 308 hours of service completed
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PUBLIC WORKS
Administration
Administra ve review and inspec on services con nued on all residen al and commercial developments.
The following residen al subdivisions are in various phases of construc on:
Oak Shadows Emerald Pointe Lexington Glenn
Village of Westover (Phase VI) Farthing Woods Eden Hill (Residen al)
Patriot Village Clearview Meadows Village of Cannon Mill
Sanitation
Monthly Total Refuse (Tons) Sanitation Hours
1,500
940 928
1000
1,000 887
826 826 864 862
804 762 769 790 788
710
525 508
412 426
500 500
282 285
157 144 162 148 143 155 150 131 141 108 118 131
99
26 32
‐ 0
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Bulk Collection Mechanized Hand Trash Container
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 Collection Collection Repair/Delivery
Bulk Automated Nov 12 Nov 11
NOVEMBER 12 FYTD 13 NOVEMBER 11 FYTD 12
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 170 861 170 917
Total Tonnage to DSWA 993.62 4,862.46 1,044.27 5,356.41
90‐Gallon Containers Delivered 27 147 7 99
300‐Gallon Containers Delivered 1 14 3 14
Total Man Hours‐containers Delivered 26 233 32 35
CURBSIDE RECYCLING TOTAL # OF TOTAL # OF
STATS HOUSEHOLDS ACCOUNTS WEIGHT/LBS. AVE. LBS.
COLLECTED
November 2012 19,306 8,669 295,380 15.30
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Streets NOVEMBER 12 FYTD 13 NOVEMBER 11 FYTD 12
Signed Installed 32 150 15 79
Signs Repaired 6 59 14 91
Curbs Painted Yellow (feet) 0 5,510 30 942
New Post Installed 5 29 3 39
Storm Catch Basins Repaired 0 1 0 26
Storm Catch Basin Repairing (Hrs.) 0 1 0 10
Storm Catch Basins Cleaned 0 361 0 165
Storm Catch Basins Cleaning (Hrs.) 0 202 0 217
Hot Mix Patching (Tons) 0 236 0 63
Hot Mix Patching (Hrs.) 0 283 0 420
Cold Mix Patching Hrs.) 46 243 32 213
Concrete Work (Hrs) 0 435 0 544
Concrete Patching (Cubic Yards) 0 4 0 1
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs) 168 864 152 848
Ditch Work (Hrs). 0 102 0 64
Street Sweeping (Miles) 0 4,092 0 4,195
Street Sweeping (Cubic Yards) 0 1,030 0 962
Leaves Collected (Cubic Yards) 8,075 9,375 7,575 8,112
Leaf Collec on (Miles) 2,106 3,464 1,833 2,594
Grounds
Arborist Crew NOVEMBER 2012 NOVEMBER 2011
Trees Trimmed 28 21
Trees Removed 6 1
Stumps Removed 2 0
Removed dead branches and part of light stands in large Zelkova on Loockerman Way behind the Santa House.
Limbed up and adjusted light in Holly trees on Loockerman Street.
Beau fica on Crew
Con nued to ll, rake and plant spring flowering bulbs in the annual/perennial beds.
Hung holiday wreaths on window/doors at City Hall, Weyandt Hall and the Library. Put candles in the windows at
City Hall.
Put together the hor culture order for po ng, media, pots, and fer lizer.
Mowing Crew
Mowing slowing down except for mowing areas around City buildings and on The Plaza and The Green.
Assisted with plan ng bulbs.
Grounds personnel began assis ng the streets division with leaf collec on.
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
Printed mul ple posters and maps for Economic Development.
Provided stormwater files to consultant.
Created alternate soil sampling map.
Created a radar speed sign map.
Coded voters for elec on.
Created hand trash tonnage graphs.
Created a proposed mowing contract map.
Created posters for the library.
Fleet and Facilities Management
Fleet Maintenance
Work Orders: 50
Major Program Updates
Measure NOVEMBER 2012 NOVEMBER 2011 DIFFERENCE
* 6 out of 21
28.5 %
3 Unscheduled PM’s
Scheduled Preventative Maintenance appoint- 27 out of 30
17 Vehicles No-Show - 61.43 %
ments being kept (Quantity and Percentage) 90.00 %
or No room in shop for
PM Short staff-Vacation/
Sick
Facilities Management
Routine work orders completed within 5 days 22 out of 24 30 out of 30
- 8.33%
(Quantity and Percentage) 91.67% 100%
Emergency work orders completed within 2 4 out of 4 6 out of 6
0%
days (Quantity and Percentage) 100 % 100 %
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Water/Wastewater
Water Production/Billed Consumption/Flow
to Kent County
255,000,000
205,000,000
155,000,000
105,000,000
55,000,000
5,000,000
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Total Water Prod. Billed Consumpt.
ENGINEERING SUMMARY
Major Program Updates NOVEMBER 12 NOVEMBER 11 DIFF FY13 YTD FY12
State and Federal Viola ons 0 viola ons 0 viola ons ‐ ‐ ‐
Water Quality Complaints 0 3 ‐3 37 60
Plan Review Completed Within 30 days 3 plan 17 plan 33
‐14 38
of Submission 100% 100%
Field Inspec on Response within 48
27 12 +15 160 127
hours of Request
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
Task NOVEMBER 12 NOVEMBER 11 CURRENT FY
Water Produc on ‐ Daily Average 3,814,267 4,007.300 722,020,000
Average Field Response Time (goal is <30 minutes) 17.78 15.50 17.90
Water Mains Repaired 5 2 21
Water Service Lines Repaired 1 0 23
Wastewater Mains Repaired 0 1 3
Wastewater Service Lines Repaired 1 0 3
Sewer Lines Flushed ‐ linear feet 64,251 41,662 376,455
Sewer Mains Videoed ‐linear feet 0 0 16,727
Total Fire Hydrants in Service 1,801 1,779 1,801
Total Water Meters in City Distribu on System 14,081 13,989 14,081
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PUBLIC UTILITIES
Electric
System Peak Total System Load
200 100,000
171.1 81,930
158.5 153.4 77,547
143.7
66,593
140
80,000
150
60,425 60,085 62,510
118.4 57,142 55,238 54,951 55,553 56,336 55,973
106.13 109.3
102.9 60,000 53,525
98.5 97.3 99.6 94.5
100
40,000
50 20,000
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Outages Customers of Gained/Lost
35 6,000
100 88
5,000
25 80
Customers
4,000
Outages
60 54
15 3,000
2,000 40
5 26
1,000 20 10 13
6 9 6 5
‐5 Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov 0 2 2 2 2
11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 0
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
Outages: 6
Outages Customers: 231
Customers 11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
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 calcula ng
the System Average Interrup on Dura on Index. Month Year‐to‐date Month Year‐to‐date
FY 13 YTD FY 12 FY 11
4 17 21.4 Minutes 27.50 Minutes
49.74 45.84 63.78
NOV 12 NOV 11 FY13 YTD
PROGRAM UPDATES
Tree Trimming 284 76 1333
Number of Oil Releases 0 1 1
Lost Time Accidents – All Electric U lity Divisions 1 2 2
New Services 26 6 172
Major Goals Completed in the Past Two Months
N/A
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CITY PLANNER’S
MONTHLY REPORT
15 Loockerman Plaza
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: (302) 736-7196 Fax (302) 736-4217
November 2012
PERSONNEL
On November 7, 2012 Ann Marie Townshend attended Webinar Training – “Delegation: How to Train
Managers to Get Results through Other People” at City Hall.
On November 13, 2012 Ann Marie Townshend, Dawn Melson-Williams, Janelle Cornwell, Tracey Harvey, and
Planning Commissioner Fred Tolbert attended the “Complete Communities Summit” held at Dover Downs
Hotel & Conference Center.
On November 14, 2012 Ann Marie Townshend and Dawn Melson-Williams attended a Capital Trail Workshop
held at the Dover Public Library.
On November 17, 2012 Dawn Melson-Williams attended a Historic District Commission Training by
Preservation Delaware held at the Biggs Museum.
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. Planning Staff also reviews new applications
for Business Licenses and Rental Dwelling Permits. More detailed information on these permits and licenses is
reported later in this document. For November 2012, Planning Staff was involved with review of 54 Permits
and 18 Certificates of Occupancy permits (2012 Year to Date total of 859 Permits and COs compared to 838
year-to-date in 2011).
EDEN HILL FARM TND
• Phase 1: Residential District of Eden Hill Farm TND – 77 dwelling units constructed. Infrastructure for
Phase 1 is not yet dedicated.
• Phase 2: Residential District of Eden Hill Farm TND – No additional units are under construction at this
time.
• Prior to continuing with additional development in Phase 2, the site developer/property owner needs to
address infrastructure dedication, bonding, street lighting payments for installation, tree planting
requirements, and other infrastructure items.
• There was no activity associated with the Professional Office, Medical & Financial District.
• There was no activity associated with the Neighborhood Commercial District.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Planning Staff continues to focus on the various implementation items identified in the 2008 Comprehensive
Plan as amended. Staff is preparing a text amendment and Zoning Map amendment to update the Airport
Environs Overlay Zone (AEOZ) as a result of the recent AICUZ Study for Dover Air Force Base. A workshop
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for affected property owners was held on November 8, 2012 by the Planning Office. The formal review process
for the amendments will begin in January 2013. Other on-going efforts include participating in planning for the
Capital City Trail, participating in the planning and development design of Garrison Oak Technical Park and
research for future ordinance amendments related to housing and 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 site.
The applicant continues to work on the design for the east entrance. The construction continues on the
signalized west entrance (Dover High Drive) and Route 8 improvements.
NPDES – MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM PERMIT
No new activities to report for the month of November.
BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS REPORTS
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT:
The Board of Adjustment met on November 14, 2012 (held one week early due to Thanksgiving Holiday) and
took the actions summarized below. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Board of Adjustment is
scheduled for December 19, 2012, but is canceled due to there being no applications to consider.
Applicant #V-12-14 – 1275 South State Street, Bayhealth Medical Center Inc. – Approved the variance
pertaining to setback of a monument sign.
Applicant #V-12-12: - 800 North State Street, S&R, LLC - Approved parking variance pertaining to the size
of parking spaces and a reduction in the overall number of parking spaces.
HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION:
The Historic District Commission did not meet on November 15, 2012 due to lack of quorum. The next
Historic District Commission meeting is scheduled for December 13, 2012.
PLANNING COMMISSION
The Planning Commission met on November 19, 2012 and took the actions summarized listed below. The next
Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2012.
1. C-12-06 Dover First Christian School at 647 Wyoming Avenue – Conditional Use Site Plan
application was conditionally approved with the Architectural Review Oversight Sub-Committee’s new
plans on architecture to allow for the construction of a 4,000 SF school building and associated site
improvements. Approval also included that a tree buffer be placed between the school and New Burton
Road along the north property line; approval of waiver of requests eliminating sidewalks along New
Burton Road and Konschak Avenue, elimination of upright curbing, and a reduction in parking; and
compliance with the DAC Comments of record.
2. SB-12-02 Lands of First National Bank of Wyoming at 219 Beiser Boulevard - Minor Subdivision
Plan application was conditionally approved to create two (2) parcels of land from the existing 3.78 acre
± parcel. The parcel will be subdivided into a 1.39 acre ± parcel and a 2.39 acre ± parcel and to include
all DAC Comments of record.
3. US-12-01 Dover Mall at 1365 North DuPont Highway: Comprehensive Signage Plan –
Comprehensive Signage Plan application received conditional approval to permit the construction and
implementation of signage for the Dover Mall consisting of a pylon sign, wall signs for the anchor
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tenants, and directional signage. Approval requires compliance with all of the DAC Comments of
record.
4. US-12-02 Redevelopment of Former Wal-Mart Site at 1574 North DuPont Highway:
Comprehensive Signage Plan – Comprehensive Signage Plan application received conditional
approval to permit the construction and implementation of signage for the proposed redevelopment of
the former Wal-Mart building consisting of two pylon signs and wall signs for the future tenants.
Approval requires compliance with all Staff and DAC Comments of record.
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Case Type # cases current # cases % staff initiated % staff initiated
month YTD current month YTD
No valid rental permit 7 133 86% 96%
No valid building permit 4 47 75% 87%
Tall grass and weeds 11 578 100% 68%
Unregistered vehicle 1 25 100% 72%
Abandoned vehicle 4 119 100% 67%
Annual Housing Inspection 21 534 95% 77%
Property Maintenance – 50 482 68% 57%
Exterior
Electric Termination 22 299 100% 98%
Dover Code of Ordinances 100 379 86% 71%
Zoning 1 71 100% 52%
Total Cases 221 2668
Total # of Inspections 299
DANGEROUS BUILDINGS/DEMOLITION STATUS
The following buildings were declared dangerous by City Council:
• 123 Blue Beach Drive – Monthly inspections continue, property is improving, and pool is in compliance.
• 488 North East Avenue – The exterior overgrowth of weeds and grass has been removed by the
bank. No interior repairs have been made. On November 13, 2012, Council ordered the owner to repair
or demolish the structure within 30 days or the City would proceed with the demolition of the structure.
• 39 Primrose Drive – No repairs have been made. The asbestos survey was conducted on November 15th
with no asbestos located. Bids are being prepared for the demolition of the home.
• 126 N. Ann Avenue – Property is in the process of being sold. The new owner has gutted the interior and
removed all overgrowth from the exterior, no permits have been obtained.
• 212 N. Governors Avenue – Council declared this structure dangerous and ordered the owners to make
repairs by October 24, 2012 or the City would begin the demolition process within 10 days of that
date. The asbestos survey and abatement was completed on the 29th of November. Bids are being
prepared for the demolition of the structure.
• 209 N New Street – Council approved Staff’s recommendation for demolition at the council meeting on
October 8, 2012 and ordered the owner to repair or demolish the home and garage within 10 days of that
date. Since that date, the Mortgage Company has requested time to make exterior repairs to avoid the
demolition. No inspections occurred in October but the home has been secured & boarded. Pictures
were taking of the exterior of the home and sent to the mortgage company.
• 628 N West Street – Staff declared this building as dangerous in October and was scheduled for Council
review on November 13, 2012. Council agreed with the home-owner and granted a 90 day extension to
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make repairs to the home. Since that date, the homeowners have cleaned the trash and debris from the
interior of the home and have ordered an electrical inspection of the property and meter so that they can
obtain a new meter.
• 312/314 W Division St – Staff declared this duplex as dangerous in October and was scheduled for
Council review on November 13, 2012. Council granted the homeowner a 90 day extension to make
repairs to the home or have it demolished by February 13, 2013.
• 316 & 320 W Division St – Staff declared these homes as dangerous buildings in October and were
scheduled for Council review on November 13, 2012. Council gave the homeowner 30 days to make
repairs or have the properties demolished. Since that date, the homeowner has paid all outstanding fees
owed to the City and has begun work to bring the properties into compliance.
During the month of November staff registered an additional 28 structures as vacant buildings; total number of
active vacant buildings within the City is 333. Staff also collected in November $1,000.00 in new registration
fees for a total of $24,500 for 2012.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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CDBG FY12 PROJECTS
Homeownership Assistance Program
CDBG funds will be used to provide down payment and closing cost to first time homebuyers who purchase
properties in the City.
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.
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 home repairs to eliminate severe
housing conditions that constitute health and safety hazards.
NCALL Research
CDBG funds will be used for foreclosure prevention and pre-purchase homeownership counseling services to Dover
residents.
Serenity Place
CDBG funds will be used for the reconstruction of a treatment facility for persons who suffer from substance abuse
that was destroyed in a fire.
Elizabeth W. Murphey School
CDBG funds will be used to install a geothermal heating system in one of the facilities that services children that are
at risk for homelessness.
Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
The City was awarded $1,426,740 for the acquisition and rehab of foreclosed properties to be sold to qualifying
families. A total of $1,311,895 has been expended on the acquisition and renovations for 10 properties. The
remaining balance of $114,845 will be utilized for renovations and acquisition. Seven properties have been sold,
one under contract, one is a lease purchase and one is a rental that serves persons with disabilities.
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218 Ann Avenue (sold) 337 N. Governors Avenue (sold)
343 Mimosa Avenue (sold) 254 Green Blade Drive (sold)
907 Woodcrest Avenue (sold) 302 Stonebrook Place (Lease Purchase)
1430 S. Hancock (group home rental) 11 Westover Drive (sold)
1415 S. Hancock (Under Contract) 110 Thames Drive (sold)
FIRE MARSHAL’S OFFICE
BUILDING INSPECTIONS AND LICENSING
LIFE SAFETY
Inspections NOV 12 FYTD 13 Nov 11 FYTD 12
Fire Protection Inspections (new & existing) 36 171 55 336
Fire Code Inspections 164 894 32 275
Inspection Deficiencies 37 196 22 363
Certificate of Occupancy 10 24 1 14
Office 120.5 449.5 60 478
Meetings 21 121 20 182
Plan Review 171 410.5 35 183
Training 0 0 64 70
Fire Investigations 8 16 6 53
Accidental $3000.00 $450.00 $50.00 $125,010.00
Incendiary $3000.00 $11,100.00 $2,000.00 $59,500.00
Undetermined $21,000.00 $1,150.00 $10,400.00 $20,000.00
PERMITTING AND
LICENSING
Permits Issued NOV 12 FYTD 13 NOV 11 FYTD 12
Administrative Permit 1 13 3 11
Building Addition/Renovation Permits 42 213 25 156
Building Permits 11 71 12 81
Demolition Permits 1 22 1 6
Fence Permits 3 39 4 46
Fire Prevention Permits 9 33 9 30
Mechanical Permits 31 167 25 118
Plumbing Permits 29 148 41 180
Sign Permits 26 102 37 118
Swimming Pool Permits 0 10 0 6
Business Licenses 36 910 51 1,304
Merchant Licenses 4 243 10 262
Contractor Licenses 37 579 29 674
Lodging House Licenses 0 1 5 5
Mobile Homes 4 161 16 273
Public Occupancy 2 30 1 43
Rental Dwelling 0 97 6 94
BUILDING INSPECTIONS
NOV 12 FYTD 13 NOV 11 FYTD 12
Building 334 1,292 276 1,505
Plumbing/Mechanical 440 1,329 341 1,776
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Certificate of Occupancy 18 46 12 52
PARKS and RECREATION
Parks and Recreation
Recreation Revenue
30,000 25,669
17,726
25,000
15,552
13,726
20,000
15,000
7,890 7,548 7,776 7,427 7,783 7,828 7,269
10,000 6,132
3,242
5,000
0
No v De c Ja n Fe b Ma r Apr Ma y Ju ne Ju ly Aug Sep t Oc t No v
11 11 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12
Year To Date Revenue Comparison
General – $2,023 Rental Payments – $0
FY12 $33,507 vs FY13: $58,854 Sports – $1,875 Leagues – $20,530 Trips – $1,248
Rentals NOVEMBER11 NOVEMBER12 FYTD 13 FYTD 12
Baseball/Softball Field Rentals* 0 41 0 98
Dover Park Pavilions (2) 0 27 9 48
Multipurpose/Field Hockey Field Rentals* 0 11 0 22
Recreation Center – Dover Park n/a 39 9 74
Silver Lake Pavilions (2) / Schuttee (1) 1 24 3 18
Soccer Field Rentals* 2 3 3 9
Stage – Mobile Platform 1 13 1 16
*These numbers reflect groups that utilized our facilities during November.
John W. Pitts Recreation Center
Total Program Attendance Facility Usage By The Hour
14,000 660
640
12,000
620
10,000 600
8,000 580
560
6,000 540
4,000 520
500
2,000
480
0 460
Nov 11 Dec 11 Ja n 12 Feb 12 Ma r 12 Apr 12 Ma y 12 June 12 July 12 Aug 12 Sept 12 Oct 12 Nov 12 Nov 11 Dec 11 Ja n 12 Feb 12 Ma r 12 Apr 12 Ma y 12 June 12 July 12 Aug 12 Sept 12 Oct 12 Nov 12
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NOVEMBER
Program Attendance** NOVEMBER 12 FYTD 13 FYTD 12
11
Total 3,780 11,018 3,929 10,614
Open Gym 984 3,483 816 2,906
Fitness Classes 304 1,576 356 1,661
Leagues 1,200 3,255 1,195 3,210
Camps 0 254 0 348
Sports Classes 123 616 118 676
Meetings & Rentals 1,165 1,793 1,432 1,707
Enrichment Classes 3 40 12 106
** Program Attendance figures includes participants, parents and spectators in the facility.
NOVEMBER
Facility Usage By The Hour NOVEMBER 12 FYTD 13 FYTD 12
11
Open Gym 495.75 2,369.75 437.75 2,327.5
Fitness Classes 44.5 214 43 224
Leagues 38 126 24 110
Camps 0 49 0 44
Sports Classes 19.5 79 12 105
Meetings & Rentals 37.5 131.5 56 124.5
Enrichment Classes 1.5 16 6 50
Total Facility Usage Hours 636.75 2,985.25 578.75 2,985
Since our opening in late April 2008, we have had 230,766 guests at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.
We are issuing FREE Recreation Center ID Cards to track facility usage during Public Open Gym Periods.
The statistics listed below reflect those that have completed the registration.
Open Gym Registrations:
Total ID cards issued: 5,307
City Residents: 2,350 (44%)
Non-City Residents: 2,957 (56%) Kent
County Residents: 2,438 (46%) Sussex
County Residents: 184 (3%) New Castle
County Residents: 110 (2%) Out of State
Residents: 225 (4%)
HIGHLIGHTS
Recreation
Staff assisted with logistics for the Capital Holiday Festival. It’s estimated that 1,000 patrons
attended the family event.
The Annual Food Drive was successful again this year. We were able to supply food to Sheppard’s
Place, Whatcoat United Methodist Church, Calvary Christian Church and Interfaith Men’s Homeless
Shelter.
The winter youth basketball league, once again this year we filled every team and we are taking
a waiting list for the league. A total of 170 children were placed on a team for this winter’s
program.
Submitted by:
Ann Marie Townshend, AICP
Planning & Community Development Director
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Date Range: From 11/01/2012 to 11/30/2012
Incident Type Report (Summary)
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
1 Fire
111 Building fire 3 3.85% $0 0.00%
113 Cooking fire, confined to container 9 11.54% $0 0.00%
121 Fire in mobile home used as fixed residence 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
131 Passenger vehicle fire 3 3.85% $0 0.00%
143 Grass fire 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
150 Outside rubbish fire, other 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
Totals 19 24.36% $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 1.28% $0 0.00%
322 Motor vehicle accident with injuries 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
331 Lock-in (if lock out , use 511 ) 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
Totals 3 3.85% $0 0.00%
4 Hazardous Condition (No Fire)
400 Hazardous condition, other 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
424 Carbon monoxide incident 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
440 Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 3 3.85% $0 0.00%
Totals 8 10.26% $0 0.00%
5 Service Call
510 Person in distress, other 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
522 Water or steam leak 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
531 Smoke or odor removal 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
551 Assist police or other governmental agency 3 3.85% $0 0.00%
561 Unauthorized burning 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
Totals 8 10.26% $0 0.00%
6 Good Intent Call
600 Good intent call, other 6 7.69% $0 0.00%
611 Dispatched & canceled en route 3 3.85% $0 0.00%
631 Authorized controlled burning 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
650 Steam, other gas mistaken for smoke, other 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
651 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
652 Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke 1 1.28% $0 0.00%
Totals 14 17.95% $0 0.00%
7 False Alarm & False Call
700 False alarm or false call, other 12 15.38% $0 0.00%
730 System malfunction, other 4 5.13% $0 0.00%
733 Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
735 Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
743 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 4 5.13% $0 0.00%
745 Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 2 2.56% $0 0.00%
Totals 26 33.33% $0 0.00%
8 Severe Weather & Natural Disaster
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Date Range: From 11/01/2012 to 11/30/2012
Incident Type Report (Summary)
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
9 Special Incident Type
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
Totals 78 $0
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Date Range: From 11/01/2012 to 11/30/2012
Manpower Hours by Sitation Found
Dover Fire Department
Num ber of Hours by Situation Found
Sum of # Attending X Incident Length
Fire 180 Fire
0 Overpressure Rupture, Exp
Overpressure Rupture, Exp 54 Rescue & Emergency Medica
64 Hazardous Condition (No F
14 Service Call
Rescue & Emergency Medica 56 Good Intent Call
136 False Alarm & False Call
0 Severe Weather & Natural
0 Special Incident Type
Severe Weather & Natural
Special Incident Type
Hazardous Condition (No F
Service Call
False Alarm & False Call
Good Intent Call
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Date Range: From 01/01/2012 to 11/30/2012
Alarms by Month of Year
Dover Fire Department
105 98
100 94
91
95 89
90 83 84
80
85 78 78
80
72 72
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
Jan-2012 Feb-2012 Mar-2012 Apr-2012 May-2012 Jun-2012 Jul-2012 Aug-2012 Sep-2012 Oct-2012 Nov-2012
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Date Range: From 11/01/2012 to 11/30/2012
Incident Run Log Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department Sorted by: Incident Number
Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type
11/01/2012 30046 2012-000843 03:04 1300 S FARMVIEW DR M System malfunction, other
Dispatched to above address for a AFA. Upon arrival found that the fire alarm was sounding. Crews investigated and found nothing. Called
for maintenance to turn off the alarm . CLeared.
11/01/2012 30046 2012-000844 10:07 640 S STATE ST Outside rubbish fire, other
Vehicle fire out prior to arrival. Fire contained to dashboard and drivers side door.
11/01/2012 30046 2012-000845 18:14 51 WEBBS LN F Good intent call, other
Dispatched to above address for a gas leak. Upon arrival a subject related that he heard gas coming thru the pipes and thought it was
leaking. The subject was mentally challenged. No leak. cleared.
11/03/2012 30046 2012-000846 06:03 567 WESTWOOD DR Carbon monoxide incident
CREWS FOUND 31PPM OF CO IN THE ABOVE ADDRESS. E4'S CREW PROVIDED POSITIVE PRESSURE TO CLEAR THE HOME AND CLEARED.
B 41 EVALUATED A 30 Y/O FEMALE FOR POSSIBLE CO POISING AND OBTAINED A PATIENT REFUSAL. WRITER ALSO REQUESTED
CHESAPEKE UTILITIES TO CHECK THE HOME FOR PROBLEMS WITH GAS LINES.
11/03/2012 30046 2012-000847 17:57 625 NIMITZ RD Cooking fire, confined to container
Writer found unattended cooking on the stove. No action was needed and writer cleared.
11/03/2012 30046 2012-000848 21:17 426 S NEW ST Assist police or other governmental agency
CANCELLED
11/03/2012 30046 2012-000849 23:31 BAY RD Rescue, EMS incident, other
Dover Fire units dispatched to a reported MVC with subjects trapped. Upon arrival of Dover 16, found a two vehicle MVC with confirmed
one subject trapped in a vehicle on fire. Two other patients were being attended to by on scene EMS. Dover units extingiuished the vehicle
that was on fire however were unable to remove victim from burning vehicle before conditions uncompatable with life presented. Crews
assisted EMS with patient care on the two other patients. Crews were unable to remove trapped victim till hours later after DSP had finished
investigation.
11/04/2012 30046 2012-000850 00:11 1525 MCKEE RD False alarm or false call, other
CREWS COMPLETED A WALK THROUGH OF THE BUILDING WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS. THE CITY WAS FLUSHING FIRE HYDRANTS IN THE
AREA WHICH SET OFF THE SYSTEM.
11/04/2012 30046 2012-000851 00:30 1131 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route
CANCELLED BY DOVER POLICE PRIOR TO OUR ARRIVAL.
11/04/2012 30046 2012-000852 01:28 BAY RD Assist police or other governmental agency
ASSIST DSP WITH THE REMOVAL OF A BODY AS A RESULT OF A FATAL MVC.
11/04/2012 30046 2012-000853 15:53 SLAUGHTER ST Outside rubbish fire, other
RESPONDED TO THE WOODS NEAR THE ABOVE INTERSECTION FOR A REPORTED DEBRIS FIRE. UPON ARRIVAL, TWO TIRES WERE
DISCOVERED TO BE INTENTIONALLY SET ON FIRE. NO INCENDIARY DEVICES OR ACCELERANT WERE FOUND. CITY FM DID NOT RESPOND
AND NO WITNESSES COULD BE LOCATED. APPROX 20 GALLONS OF WATER WERE USED TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE.
11/04/2012 30046 2012-000854 19:37 45 WINGED FOOT RD False alarm or false call, other
DFD received an alarm activation from the above residence. The occupants contacted the alarm company and advised everything was
okay. Writer cancelled the incident.
11/05/2012 30046 2012-000855 05:30 750 MILLER DR Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
Dispatched to above address for a electrical fire. Upon arrival found smoke in a residence. Crews from E4 and L1 investigated and found a
electrical problem. Turned off the breaker to the area and related to the residence to call an electrian before turning it back on . Cleared.
11/05/2012 30046 2012-000856 07:17 1131 BAY RD LOT 14 Good intent call, other
Dispatched to above address for smoke in a trailer. Upon arrival found that the resident had turned on her oven and it started smoking due to
being dirty. Cleared.
11/05/2012 30046 2012-000857 09:19 120 S GOVERNORS AVE A System malfunction, other
Dispatched to above address for aAFA upon arrival crew from E4investigated and found a malfunction. Cleared.
11/05/2012 30046 2012-000858 09:36 1061 N DUPONT HWY Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional
Dispatched to above address for a AFA water flow alarm. Upon arrival crews from E4 and L1 investigated. Found that a service tech was
testing the water flow system in another store which set off the alarm for all of the stores. cleared. Scene turned over to DFM1.
11/06/2012 30046 2012-000859 08:05 2020 SHARON HILL RD Alarm system sounded due to malfunction
Dispatched to the above location for an AFA. Upon arrival, was met by a respondent on scene. Alarm panel kitchen detectors and hall
detectors in alarm. No smoke or fire condition was present. The detectors in the kitchen were hanging from the ceiling and the respondent
related to on going work. The building was placed on fire watch until the system has been returned to normal.
User: Parsell, Greg 11/6/2012 08:47:45
11/07/2012 30046 2012-000860 04:25 185 N GOVERNORS BLVD Building fire
DFD responded to the above address in reference to a building fire. Engine 4 arrived on location and observed a one story, single family
dwelling with heavy fire conditions. Engine 4 secured a water supply utilizing a 5" supply line and then the crew from Engine 4 advanced a
1 3/4" preconnect line to the front door for fire attack Ladder 2 arrived and secured the power to the residence and assisted the interior
crews. Engine 3 arrived and placed a second preconnect line in service for fire attack. I than requested a second alarm and requested the
upgrade to be filled. Engine 6 arrived, with Engine 41-1 and 54-5. The crew from 41-1 were instructed to assist with interior operation and
54-5's crew was assigned RIT. The fire was subsequently extinguished and extensive overhaul was performed. Two occupants of the
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type
residence were transported to Bayhealth E.R. for medical treatment as a result of the incident. As crews were placing the apparatus's
back in service, a fire fighter from Station 54 became ill and had to be transported to Bayhealth E.R. for treatment. FM-28 responded to the
scene for further investigation. At 0603, all Dover Fire Department personnel departed the scene and same was turned over to FM-28.
11/07/2012 30046 2012-000861 13:22 3000 PINE CABIN RD BLDG G False alarm or false call, other
Crews completed a walk through of the building with negative results. The alarm was reset prior to our arrival. The state fmo was made
aware.
11/09/2012 30046 2012-000862 18:37 W LOOCKERMAN ST & S Motor vehicle accident with injuries
On arrival found a two vehicle MVC involving a DART bus. A63 was on Scene with 2 injuries on the bus. Crews assisted with packaging
of both patients. A43 and A63 transported to KGH. All units cleared.
11/10/2012 30046 2012-000863 13:57 9 STATE CIR Hazardous condition, other
E4 responded to the above address in reference to a gas odor in the residence. Crews checked the building and met with negative results.
No further action taken.
11/11/2012 30046 2012-000864 02:00 1300 S FARMVIEW DR D False alarm or false call, other
DFD responded to the above address in reference to an alarm activation. Crews checked the building and met with negative results.
11/11/2012 30046 2012-000865 13:21 541 BUCKSON DR Water or steam leak
Dispatched to the above location for a water problem. Upon arrival, crews secured the main water shutoff in the basement. The
homeowner had used a leaking faucet and when she turned the handle, the guts of the faucet let go and caused a stream of water to come
out of the opening. Advised the homeowner that she would be without water until the plumber came tomorrow (previously scheduled)
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/11/2012 13:49:12
11/11/2012 30046 2012-000866 21:08 220 ORCHARD AVE Authorized controlled burning
Writer responded and found a controlled burn in a firepit in the rear yard of 224 Orchard Ave. The fire had been extinguished prior to FD
arrival.
11/11/2012 30046 2012-000867 22:19 464 E WATER ST Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
E4, L2, L1 responded for report of electrical outlet sparking, that had been extinguished. E4 arrived and writer assumed command. E4s crew
went inside and found a fire inside the wall that joined the living room and kitchen together. The fire was isolated to same and crews
secured the power to the residence. Scene was turned over to FM-2 and Ingram Management Company.
11/12/2012 30046 2012-000868 10:38 631 RIDGELY ST Smoke detector activation due to malfunction
Dispatched to above address for a AFA. Upon arrival crews from E4 and L1investiagted. A faulty Smoke detector was found activated.
Scene turned over to DFM2.
11/12/2012 30046 2012-000869 13:15 101 BABB DR Cooking fire, confined to container
UNATTENDED COOKING APT 114
11/12/2012 30046 2012-000870 15:45 1365 N DUPONT HWY 3054 Good intent call, other
Crews checked for an odor of gas in the JC Penny/Mall entrance area. Crews found that lends crafter forgot to turn on there exhaust fan
prior to grinding glass.
11/12/2012 30046 2012-000871 23:34 30 S NEW ST Good intent call, other
UPON INVESTIGATION CREWS FOUND A BAD ELEMENT IN STOVE. SECURED POWER TO THE STOVE AND ADVISED THE OCCUPANTS TO
CONTACT MAINTENANCE.
11/13/2012 30046 2012-000872 15:55 128 LYNNHAVEN DR Good intent call, other
RESPONDED TO THE ABOVE ADDRESS FOR A REPORT OF A POSSIBLE ILLEGAL BURNING. AN INVESTIGATION FOUND A SMOLDERING
PILE OF ASH CONTAINED WITHIN A FIRE PIT. THE EMBERS WERE SOAKED WITH WATER. FM-4 INVESTIGATED.
11/13/2012 30046 2012-000873 20:35 1131 BAY RD LOT 161 Hazardous condition, other
Dispatched to above address for smoke coming out of a vacant trailer. Upon arrival found a smoke condition inside a trailer. Made forcibla
entry and found the heater smoking. Cut the electric to the trailer and turned scene over to park management. Cleared.
11/14/2012 30046 2012-000874 15:37 WESTON DR Gas leak (natural gas or LPG)
22, E4, U1, E 54-5 responded for report of a gas leak with fire blowing out of a construction site away from the building. Writer arrived and
assumed command. U1 under the direction of 21 was placed in charge of the crews at the site with two 1 3'4 lines along with Chesapeake
Utilities. E 54-5 arrived and their crew was placed on one of the lines near the fire site. Crews provided fire protection for Gas crews while
the leak was stopped away from the original leak site. Gas crews located the line and stopped the leak. The remainder of the fire was
extinguised by E4's crew.
Booker T. Washington Elementary School , William Henry Middle School and the residences on Ridgely St. were all evacuated as a
precautionary measure until the leak was secured. Once it was deemed safe they returned to their buildings. Dover PD was ordered to shut
the roadway down between Saulsbury Rd. and Fulton St. extended again until the scene was safe.
Units responding were E4, E54-5, 54-15, 22, 21, Dover PD, Cheseapeake Utilities, FM-4, and E 41-4 provided cover up for Station 1.
11/14/2012 30046 2012-000875 18:30 404 NEW CASTLE AVE Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
E4, L2, E6 responded to above for report of smoke in the residence. E4 arrived and writer assumed command. E4s crew located a burnt out
light bulb the cause of the call. Scene was placed under control and scene was turned over to homeowner.
11/14/2012 30046 2012-000876 19:56 411 S QUEEN ST Water or steam leak
Writer responded to above for report of a water leak in apartment 220. Writer located the leak in apartment 320 and secured water to same.
Scene was turned over to residents and maintenance.
11/15/2012 30046 2012-000877 08:18 1424 FORREST AVE Passenger vehicle fire
E3 responded to above along with 22. E3 arrived and found a vehicle with fire in the engine compartment. Command was assumed by 22 .
Fire was extinguished and contained to the engine compartment of the vehicle.
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type
Vehicle belonged to a Ms. Thomas who was on scene and advised she would have to have the vehicle towed due to it being on private
property. She was also advised to contact her insurance company. Vehicle was a Pontiac Grand Am Silver in color.
11/15/2012 30046 2012-000878 10:21 1061 N DUPONT HWY Gas leak (natural gas or LPG)
E4 and L1 responded for report of odor of gas from the business One Main Financial. Crews from E4 and L1 found odor of gas in the
building and were unable to located the heater unit due to the drop ceiling in the business itself. Chesapeake arrived on scene and secured
the main to the business. Manager was advised to keep it shut off until maintenance to check out the heater units. Scene was turned over to
Chesapeake.
11/15/2012 30046 2012-000879 21:06 320 W BROAD ST Dispatched & canceled en route
Cancelled after dispatch
11/16/2012 30046 2012-000880 03:15 411 S QUEEN ST False alarm or false call, other
E4 responded to above for report of alarm sounding . Crews investigated and found no problems.
11/16/2012 30046 2012-000881 07:48 1136 WOODSEDGE RD Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke
Dispatched to a possible chimney fire. Upon arrival, found no fire or smoke condition. Investigation reveled no recent fires in the fire place.
The heater had kicked on and might have produced steam or smoke. Cleared the scene.
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/19/2012 21:21:28
11/18/2012 30046 2012-000882 10:19 255 WEBBS LN A Cooking fire, confined to container
Responded to the above address for the alarm sounding with smoke on the second floor. Arrived on location with Engine 4> Crew from
Engine 4 investigated to find unattended cooking in Apt 22. Scene was placed under control and maitenence was requested to make a
response. Engine 4 returned and the alarm was silenced.
11/18/2012 30046 2012-000883 11:36 766 TOWNSEND BLVD. Assist police or other governmental agency
Responded to the above location to assist DPD with a child locked in an car.
11/18/2012 30046 2012-000884 14:59 149 PRESIDENT DR Building fire
On arrival found a 1 story single family dwelling with the rear porch on fire. The fire had been partically extinguished by resident on arrival.
Crews advanced an 1-3/4 line to the rear of the residence and finished extinguishing same. Ladder 2's crew overhualed the exterior while
Ladder 1 checked for extension on the inside of the residence. Scene turned over to FM13. All units cleared.
11/18/2012 30046 2012-000885 16:07 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
Responded to Evers Hall at DSU for a report of smoke detector activation in the basement. After a walk through of the basement found a
smoke detector activated from students smoking pot. Scene was placed under control and turned over to DSU police.
11/18/2012 30046 2012-000886 18:22 51 WEBBS LN L Cooking fire, confined to container
DFD responded to the above address in reference to an alarm activation. On arrival, crews located unattended cooking on the first floor.
No further action taken.
11/19/2012 30046 2012-000887 07:18 1015 E DIVISION ST Passenger vehicle fire
Dispatched to the above location for a car fire with possible exposure to a detached garage. While en route, dispatch advised that they
were taking multiple calls and the LCVFC Brush unit was on scene. Upon arrival, found a car parked in front of a detached garage in an
alley way. LCVFC Brush unit had deployed a 1" booster line in an attempt to extinguish the flames. E-4's crew deployed a 1-3/4" attack line
from the front bumper and finished the extinguishment of the car fire. E-3 arrived on scene and deployed a second attack line to protect the
garage exposure. CWVFC E-41-1 arrived on scene and helped with overhaul. Crews entered the garage and found no extension, although
the exterior door was damaged in an attempt to open it. The hood and truck were opened on the fire vehicle and a complete overhaul was
accomplished. The homeowner relates that he was being kind and allowed the neighbor to park their car next to his garage yesterday. The
owner of the vehicle (Juanita Williams of 986 Whatcoat Dr, Apt 22, relates that she didn't know what happened to her car. She said it had
been running fine. The last time it was driven was "a couple days ago" and she was in the process of selling said car. The City FMO was
contacted. The scene was placed under control and turned over to FM-4.
Homeowner: Lloyd Barrett (302) 734-2940
Car Owner: Juanita Williams (302) 359-6492
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/19/2012 21:14:15
11/20/2012 30046 2012-000888 05:54 1180 WALKER RD Dispatched & canceled en route
WRITER CANCELLED THE CALL DUE TO RP CALLING BACK STATING BOWL OF OATMEAL WAS STEAMING AND SET THE ALARM OFF.
11/20/2012 30046 2012-000889 11:28 1200 N DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other
WRITER WAS ADVISED PAINTERS SET IT OFF ON ACCIDENT AND DSU PD WAS TAKING CARE OF THE ALARM .
11/20/2012 30046 2012-000890 13:29 526 FULTON ST Building fire
Dispatched to above address for a houes fire. Upon arrival DPD on scene and related that the fire was out. Crew from E4 investigated and
found a curtin had cought fire but was out. No other service needed. Scene turned over to DFM4.
11/20/2012 30046 2012-000891 16:32 213 EISENHOWER DR System malfunction, other
Dispatched to above address for AFA. Had crew from E4 to investigate. Under control.
11/20/2012 30046 2012-000892 17:55 BAY SIDE DR SR9 & BAY RD US113 Passenger vehicle fire
E4 RESPONDED AND FOUND DEBRIS IN THE BED OF THE FORD F250 ON FIRE . THIS WAS EXTINGUISHED USING 5 GALLONS OF WATER .
SCENE WAS TURNED OVER TO DSP . THE CAUSE OF THE FIRE WAS A CIGARETTE THAT WAS DISCARDED WHILE DRIVING.
11/21/2012 30046 2012-000893 11:41 151 ROOSEVELT AVE Steam, other gas mistaken for smoke, other
Reported gas leak on an empty drum.
11/21/2012 30046 2012-000894 15:21 1030 FORREST AVE 133 False alarm or false call, other
CREWS COMPLETED A WALK THROUGH OF THE BUILDING WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS. STORE MANAGER WAS ADVISED THE SYSTEM
WAS BEING PLACED ON FIRE WATCH AND UNITS CLEARED.
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type
11/22/2012 30046 2012-000895 06:01 1706 N DUPONT HWY Cooking fire, confined to container
WRITER FOUND BURNED BACON IN THE OVEN, WHICH SET THE ALARM OFF.
11/22/2012 30046 2012-000896 10:21 320 BILLY MITCHELL LN False alarm or false call, other
DFD responded to the above location in reference to an alarm activation. On arrival, crews checked the entire building and met with
negative results.
11/22/2012 30046 2012-000897 11:05 39 HIDDEN VALLEY DR Cooking fire, confined to container
CREWS FOUND A BURNED TURKEY IN THE OVEN,AND UNITS CLEARED.
11/22/2012 30046 2012-000898 17:51 986 WHATCOAT DR Person in distress, other
Writer responded to the above address in reference to a child handcuffing herself. On arrival, Dover PD had taken care of the incident. No
action taken.
11/22/2012 30046 2012-000899 22:10 910 WHATCOAT DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
Responded to the above address for the alarm system going off. Did a walk through to find a smoke detector had been activated on the third
floor from people smoking in the building. Scene was placed under control and i returned.
11/23/2012 30046 2012-000900 00:57 321 CHARRING CROSS DR Smoke scare, odor of smoke
Responded to the above address for a report from DoverPD of smoke coming from the house. I arrived on location in the command car with
possible smoke coming from the roof area. Thick fog made it hard to see. Dover PD advised me they had cleared all the houses except 321
Charring Cross because no one was home. I advised dispatch that I was making forcible entry into 321. Ladder 1 arrived on location and did
a walk through of the house with negative results. Scene was placed under control and all units returned. It was determined that the smoke
was steam.
11/23/2012 30046 2012-000901 08:35 1011 BAY RD Alarm system sounded due to malfunction
ALARM MALFUNCTION, FM 4 ADVISED BUSINESS WAS ON FIREWATCH. DFD CANCELLED RESPONSE.
11/23/2012 30046 2012-000902 08:36 201 STOVER BLVD Smoke detector activation due to malfunction
SMOKE DETETOR ACTIVATION IN ROOM 303. ALARM MALFUNCTION.
11/23/2012 30046 2012-000903 08:38 2876 SHARON HILL RD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
SMOKE DETECTOR SET OFF BY STEAM FROM SHOWER. DFD CANCELLED BY ALARM COMPANY.
11/23/2012 30046 2012-000904 11:04 30 THE GREEN Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
On arrival Occupant advised that they were spray sealant in the area of the smoke detector which activated same. Alarm was reset prior
to FD arrival.
11/23/2012 30046 2012-000905 13:35 1708 E LEBANON RD Lock-in (if lock out , use 511 )
Unsuccessfull on a lock joc
11/23/2012 30046 2012-000906 23:31 DEER TRACK LA Grass fire
11/24/2012 30046 2012-000907 11:27 463 SUSSEX AVE Cooking fire, confined to container
E4, L2 RESPONDED FOR REPORT OF SMOKE IN THE STRUCTURE . CREWS INVESTIGATED AND FOUND UNATTENDED COOKING FROM
SAME.
11/24/2012 30046 2012-000908 12:14 141 S QUEEN ST Good intent call, other
DOVER FM1 WAS REQUESTED BY CHESAPEAKE UTILITIES TO RESPOND TO ABOVE ADDRESS.
11/25/2012 30046 2012-000909 14:00 1300 S FARMVIEW DR F Cooking fire, confined to container
E4, L1, AND L2 RESPONDED FOR REPORT OF SMOKE IN THE BUILDING. E4 ARRIVED AND CREWS BEGAN TO INVESTIGATE. L2 ARRIVED
AND WRITER ESTABLISHED AND ASSUMED COMMAND. E4 ALPHA REPORTED UNDER CONTROL UNATTENDED COOKING IN F27. ALL
UNITS RETURNED.
11/26/2012 30046 2012-000910 11:26 225 S STATE ST False alarm or false call, other
CREWS FOUND A PULL STATION THAT WAS HANGING OFF THE WALL IN THE FRONT DOOR OF BUILDING 229 S STATE ST. CREWS
COMPLETED A WALK THROUGH OF THE BUILDING WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS.
11/26/2012 30046 2012-000911 15:49 523 BUCKSON DR Unauthorized burning
Brush 9 reponded to the area of Buckson Drive in reference to a pile of leaves on fire. On arrival, nothing was located and B9 cleared the
area.
11/26/2012 30046 2012-000912 19:43 136 SWEETGUM DR Smoke or odor removal
DFD responded to the above address in reference to a trash fire. Engine 3 arrived a determined no action was necessary and cleared.
11/27/2012 30046 2012-000913 06:23 1506 N LITTLE CREEK RD 7 Fire in mobile home used as fixed residence
DFD responded to the above location in reference to a trailer fire. On arrival, writer located a single wide trailer fully involved. Engine 4's
crew placed two 1 3/4" preconnect lines in service for the fire attack. Engine 3 and Engine 6 arrived and their crews assisted with the
interior operations. Crews encountered heavy fire conditions but quickly extinguished the bulk of the fire. Engine 54-5 arrived and were
sent inside to assit with overhaul. Crews remained on scene and completed extensive overhaul then the scene was turned over to the fire
marshal's office for further investigation.
11/28/2012 30046 2012-000914 13:35 1441 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other
DFD investigated an alarm activation at the above location.
11/29/2012 30046 2012-000915 11:59 510 ANN MOORE ST False alarm or false call, other
Investigated an alarm activation and met with negative findings.
11/29/2012 30046 2012-000916 14:57 540 S GOVERNORS AVE Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional
On arrival found maintenance personnel welding in the rear of the building causing smoke which activated the fire alarm. Crew checked
the area and units cleared. Scene turned over to FM 2.
11/29/2012 30046 2012-000917 23:10 430 COLLEGE RD 500 False alarm or false call, other
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type
Dover 17 responded and investigated an alarm activation at the above location. Negative Findings.
11/30/2012 30046 2012-000918 14:30 MAPLE GLEN Cooking fire, confined to container
CREWS FOUND FOOD LEFT ON THE STOVE WITH NO EXTENSION. THERE WAS NO NEED FOR POSITIVE PRESSURE AND UNITS CLEARED.
11/30/2012 30046 2012-000919 18:36 538 CAROL ST Authorized controlled burning
WRITER FOUND A SMALL FIRE IN A BURN POT AT THE REAR OF THE ABOVE ADDRESS. HOME OWNERS WERE ADVISED OF THE PROPER
PROCEDURES AND WRITER CLEARED.
11/30/2012 30046 2012-000920 20:45 204 BAY TREE RD B False alarm or false call, other
DFD responded to the above location in reference to an alarm activation. Crews met with negative findings.
Total Incidents: 78
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FY 12-13 City Funded Account Balance Sheet
ACCOUNT BUDGET SPENT BALANCE
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance $ 67,000.00 $ 31,619.57 $ 35,380.43
Building Maintenace Supplies $ 1,650.00 $ 9.69 $ 1,640.31
Contractual Services $ 16,587.00 $ - $ 16,587.00
Electricity $ 51,820.00 $ 21,832.13 $ 29,987.87
Gasoline $ 19,050.00 $ 7,923.03 $ 11,126.97
Heating Expenses- Gas $ 20,000.00 $ 1,152.74 $ 18,847.26
Medical Supplies $ 700.00 $ - $ 700.00
Office Supplies $ 2,500.00 $ 469.40 $ 2,030.60
Other Equipment Repairs $ 4,000.00 $ - $ 4,000.00
Program Expenses $ 36,630.00 $ 12,726.86 $ 23,903.14
Radio Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 239.07 $ 1,760.93
Safety & Security $ 2,150.00 $ - $ 2,150.00
Small Tools $ 4,800.00 $ 1,265.00 $ 3,535.00
Telephone $ 13,340.00 $ 2,524.76 $ 10,815.24
Training & Travel $ 8,815.00 $ 669.00 $ 8,146.00
Uniforms & Firefighting Gear $ 27,100.00 $ 446.57 $ 26,653.43
Water/ Sewer $ 3,150.00 $ 544.84 $ 2,605.16
Balance as of: 11/30/12
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
November 2012
Type Date Num Name Memo Clr Split Amount Balance
Ordinary Income/Expense
Income
City Quarterly Deposit
Deposit 11/07/2012 0225248 Deposit City Fund Account 70,325.00 70,325.00
Total City Quarterly Deposit 70,325.00 70,325.00
Total Income 70,325.00 70,325.00
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Check 11/04/2012 755 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR2736MOP- Engine 7 City Fund Account 2,606.55 2,606.55
Check 11/04/2012 755 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR2755MOP- Engine 4 City Fund Account 6,172.14 8,778.69
Check 11/04/2012 756 Carl King Tire Company Ref- 321596 City Fund Account 914.00 9,692.69
Check 11/18/2012 766 DP Fire Quick Fill for Ladder 1 City Fund Account 377.00 10,069.69
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance 10,069.69 10,069.69
Building Maintenance Supplies
Check 11/04/2012 757 City of Dover Invoice- 6445 City Fund Account 9.69 9.69
Total Building Maintenance Supplies 9.69 9.69
Electricity
Check 11/11/2012 762 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44343-32052 City Fund Account 2,998.61 2,998.61
Check 11/18/2012 763 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44255-31966 City Fund Account 629.94 3,628.55
Total Electricity 3,628.55 3,628.55
Gasoline
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Unleaded fuel- August City Fund Account 549.84 549.84
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Bio Diesel- August City Fund Account 1,121.23 1,671.07
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Unleaded fuel- September City Fund Account 490.22 2,161.29
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Bio Diesel- September City Fund Account 670.86 2,832.15
Check 11/18/2012 764 City of Dover Unleaded Fuel City Fund Account 569.96 3,402.11
Check 11/18/2012 764 City of Dover Bio-Diesel Fuel City Fund Account 1,648.44 5,050.55
Total Gasoline 5,050.55 5,050.55
Heating Expenses- Gas
Check 11/11/2012 759 Chesapeake Utilities Station 2 gas- 09/25 to 10/26 City Fund Account 50.17 50.17
Check 11/11/2012 760 Chesapeake Utilities Station1 gas- 10/04 to 11/05 City Fund Account 632.81 682.98
Total Heating Expenses- Gas 682.98 682.98
Office Supplies
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover August Postage charges City Fund Account 19.86 19.86
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover September Postage charges City Fund Account 27.65 47.51
Check 11/18/2012 764 City of Dover Postage City Fund Account 28.30 75.81
Total Office Supplies 75.81 75.81
Program Expenses
Check 11/18/2012 764 City of Dover Parts for Fire Siren Repairs City Fund Account 181.32 181.32
Total Program Expenses 181.32 181.32
Telephone
Check 11/04/2012 758 Verizon Wireless Wieless charges from 09/21 to 10/20 City Fund Account 84.05 84.05
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Verizon August charges City Fund Account 290.22 374.27
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Cavailier August charges City Fund Account 16.09 390.36
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Verizon September charges City Fund Account 287.78 678.14
Check 11/11/2012 761 City of Dover Cavalier September charges City Fund Account 19.49 697.63
Check 11/18/2012 764 City of Dover Verizon October charges City Fund Account 287.92 985.55
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
November 2012
Type Date Num Name Memo Clr Split Amount Balance
Check 11/18/2012 764 City of Dover Cavalier October charges City Fund Account 15.24 1,000.79
Total Telephone 1,000.79 1,000.79
Uniforms
Check 11/18/2012 765 Dover Army-Navy Store Dispatcher uniforms City Fund Account 121.31 121.31
Total Uniforms 121.31 121.31
Water/Sewer
Check 11/11/2012 762 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44345-32054 City Fund Account 76.25 76.25
Check 11/11/2012 762 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44341-32050 City Fund Account 11.54 87.79
Check 11/18/2012 763 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44253-31964 City Fund Account 29.62 117.41
Total Water/Sewer 117.41 117.41
Total Expense 20,938.10 20,938.10
Net Ordinary Income 49,386.90 49,386.90
Net Income 49,386.90 49,386.90
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Monthly Report
November 2012
Economic Development Office
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2012 _11 Economic Development
Conference call with Calpine to discuss land use schedule
Met with Tom Kramedas to discuss incentives for new hotel
Participated in Business development roundtable on November 7, 2012
Met with Fordham Brewery to discuss water use issues
Attended Kent County Sports Complex Dedication
Tour of ILC and meeting with company’s new President
Two meetings with Calpine
o Discuss annexation of Harmon property
o Needs of Calpine to meet construction schedule
Wells Fargo Grant Meeting - NCALL
Met with representative of KCI Technologies
Measures:
1. Maintain an unemployment rate for the City of Dover that is lower than national and
state averages.
2010-2011 Actual 2011-2012 Actual 2012 - 2013 Projected
Results <10% unemployment rate in <10% unemployment rate in <10% unemployment rate in
July 2011 July 2012 July 2013
9.2 % - U.S. Rate 8.2% - U.S. Rate 7.7% - U.S. Rate
8.0 % - DE Rate 6.8 % - DE Rate 6.7% - DE Rate
9.9% - City of Dover Rate 8.6% - City of Dover Rate 7.7% - City of Dover Rate
June 2011 – Actual June 2012 – Actual November 2012 – Actual
2. Monitor number of contacts with small businesses and with out-of-town companies
interested in locating in Dover.
2010-2011 Actual 2011-2012 Actual 2012 - 2013 Projected
Results ≥20 contacts with potential >20 contacts with potential >20 contacts with potential
small businesses; small businesses; small businesses;
12 contacts YTD 10 Contacts YTD 9 Contacts YTD
≥15 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
10 contacts YTD 9 Contacts YTD 4 Contacts YTD
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2012_11 DDP Monthly Report
Provided technical assistance to two (2) prospective small business individuals on overall
business development within the Downtown Dover Business District as well as creating business
plans.
Provided technical assistance (orientation) to one (1) existing small business owner in preparing
and submitting small business loan application for loan consideration.
Continued providing technical assistance to seven (7) prospective small business individuals on
locating available space within the downtown district to lease. Of these seven (7) inquiries; two
(2) have signed leases to occupy current vacant spaces within downtown.
Provided technical assistance to three (3) existing small business owners on relocating
businesses within district boundaries.
Continuing work with the Promotion and Marketing Committee on coordinating the series of
Holidays Events scheduled to occur during November and December in downtown Dover.
Coordinated the “Capital Holiday Celebration” and logistics for the “Winter Wonderland” event
held on Wednesday, November 28 in downtown Dover.
Coordinated media (newspaper announcement), website and social media press releases of
series of Holidays Events scheduled to occur during November and December in downtown
Dover.
Provided continuing assistance to Center for Mental Wellness staff coordinating the “Out of the
Darkness Walk.” This event had 150 participants and raised $7700 to support Suicide
Prevention programs.
Multiple meetings with downtown property owner and potential tenant regarding DEDO’s Pop-
Up Program in an effort to reach agreement on needed repairs and lease terms following the
three month Pop-up Program period which are to be rent-free to tenant.
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: Council AGENDA ITEM NO.:
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Police DATE SUBMITTED: 1/3/13
PREPARED BY: Captain Robert Scott / Administrative Division Commander
SUBJECT: Office of Highway Safety (OHS) Funds Approved for In Car Cameras
REFERENCE: State Grant Funding
RELATED PROJECT: N/A
APPROVALS: City Manager, Controller/Treasurer
EXHIBITS: None
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $49,970.00 PROJECT BUDGET: $49,970.00
FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): New funds not included in FY13 Budget
TIMETABLE: Order already in process due to short timeline. OHS deadline is Jan 15th.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Council approval.
BACKGROUND
The Police Department works with the State of Delaware’s Office of Highway Safety on regular basis working
numerous types of extra duty programs that promote public safety. Examples include DUI checkpoints,
seatbelt checkpoints, checks for underage drinking and many others. The two agencies have developed a
very positive working relationship over the many years of working together. As a result, the Office of Highway
Safety periodically funds equipment purchases for the various local agencies in the state involved with their
programs when they have funds available. These purchases are always staffed very informally, so there is
minimal paperwork involved (i.e. no formal grant application process). The last process was worked primarily
through emails coordinating information and requirements between the agencies.
During Oct-Nov 12, the Office of Highway Safety indicated they had funds for in car video systems. Dover PD
worked up their requirements for five units and initiated the purchase for these units totaling to $24,985 in early
December. Two weeks later, the funding letter came through for 15 units, for a total of $72,000. Dover PD
plans to purchase an additional five units, for a total of $49,970, and return the balance of funds since they do
not have the funds needed for the purchase of the peripheral equipment for the additional units from other
grant sources.
The purchase of the In Car Cameras will not negatively impact our department’s operating budget. They will be
used to replace systems that are currently antiquated and are slated to be replaced in the near future. This
replacement cost would normally have to be included in our budget or paid through another grant source. Also,
any maintenance in the first year will be covered under the maintenance agreement which is included in the
initial purchase.
FUNDING
The equipment above will be funded by the Office of Highway Safety on a reimbursable basis.