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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
January 9, 2012 - 7:30 P.M. - Council Chambers - City Hall - City of Dover
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
is prohibited and citizen comments are limited to three (3) minutes. Council is prohibited from taking action
since they are not in official session; however, they may schedule such items as regular agenda items and act
upon them in the future.
INVOCATION BY CHAPLAIN WALLACE DIXON
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY COUNCILMAN LYNN
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 12, 2011
2. Proclamation - National Mentoring Month
3. Public Hearing/Final Reading - Proposed Ordinance #2011-29
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting
of November 28, 2011. Copies of the proposed ordinance are available at the entrance of the Council
Chambers.
A. Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 2 - General Residence Zones
(RG-1 and RG-2), Subsection 2.4 - Conditional Uses (New Subsection (d)) and Article 6 -
Off-Street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities, Section 3 - Required Off-Street Parking
Spaces, Subsection 3.1 - Schedule of Requirements
* 4. Special Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Report - December 12, 2011
A. Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis for Weston Drive and Forest Street - Recommendation to
Remove Signal at Ridgely Street
(Committee Recommended Support for the Addition of a Traffic Signal at Forest Street and
Weston Drive and the Removal of the Traffic Signal at Route 8 and Ridgely Street Once the New
Signal is in Place)
B. Update - Dover High School Construction Project
(Committee Action Not Required)
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Council Agenda - January 9, 2012 Page 2
* 5. Utility Committee Report - December 12, 2011
A. Net Energy Metering Tariff Revision (Deferred by Committee on November 28, 2011)
(Committee Recommended Approval of the Revised Net Energy Metering Tariff Portion of the
Electric Service Handbook and the Addition of a New Subsection "4.11 Definitions” to Section 4
of the Handbook)
B. Review of Utility Related CIP’s (Electric and Water/Wastewater) (September and October)
(Committee Took No Action)
6. Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Report - December 12, 2011
* A. Proposed Amendment to Personnel Policy - Compensatory Time
(Committee Recommended Approval of the Revisions to Article III, the Pay Plan - Section 9,
Overtime, of the City of Dover Personnel Policy)
* B. Controller/Treasurer's Briefing on the Activity of the State Communications Tax Review Group
(Committee Action Not Required)
C. Review of Open Forum Rules
(Committee Recommended that the Open Forum Rules Be Revised to Allow Discussion of Agenda
Items, with the Exception of Public Hearing Items)
* D. United Networks of America Letter of Agreement
(Committee Recommended Tabling the Letter of Agreement with United Networks of America until
Such Time that Some Type of Accounting Assurance is Provided to the City)
* E. Public Comment Period (No Public Comments)
* 7. Monthly Reports - November 2011
A. Budget D. City Manager F. Dover Fire Department
B. Chief of Police E. City Planner G. Capital Investment Plan (CIP)
C. City Assessor
8. Review and Recommendation - Filling Critical Positions - Police Officers (3)
(On November 28, 2011, Council Referred the Matter to the City Manager, Controller/Treasurer, and
Staff to Gather Data on the Costs to Fill the Police Officer Positions for a Preliminary Report Back
to Members During the First Meeting in January 2012)
* 9. Council Appointment - 2011/2012 Staff - Building Inspector - Ann Marie Townshend - Annual
Appointment to Expire May 14, 2012
* 10. Appointment of Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation (DEMEC) Director and Alternate
Director (Scott Koenig and Jeremy Johnson)
* 11. Reappointments - Youth Advisory Committee - One (1) Year Terms to Expire January 24, 2013
A. Kenneth Anderson C. Chidinma Emenike E. Karly Jones G. Valerie Provotorova
B. Kristen Dietz D. Dennis Hallock II F. Sonya Modi H. Rachel Voak
* 12. Appointments Recommended by Mayor Carey - Human Relations Commission - Three (3) Year
Terms
A. Justina Hilary Brewington (To Fill the Unexpired Term of Maisha Britt - Term to Expire 2/2013)
B. Linda Hackett (To Fill the Expired Term of Ivan L. Finney - Term to Expire 2/2015)
13. Council Members Announcements
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THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE
THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on December 12, 2011 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President
Leary presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Russell, Dr. McGlumphy,
Mr. Lynn, Mr. Bonar, Mrs. Williams, Mr. Hare, and Mr. Hutchison.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Hosfelt, Ms. Russell, Mrs. Mitchell,
Mrs. Townshend, Mr. Koenig, 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.
Mr. Bill Hare (City Council - Second District) of 23 Woodburn Circle, read the following statement
into the record:
“The November 28th Council Meeting was very emotional and in some ways very
upsetting. There were a lot of things said that I felt needed more information, thus
my decision to wait.
During these last two weeks, I have spent over 20 hours riding with the Dover police
department, not on Tuesday afternoons, but Friday and Saturday nights. I saw first
hand what happens.
I have seen domestic disputes where the husband and wife are fighting and the police
had to restrain them. I saw a family needing to be removed from their home at 4:30
in the morning because of threats of violence and murder from the father.
There were bar fights with injuries, armed robberies, drugs, and DUI's, with a
policeman being dragged by the car in attempt to stop the car, open container
violations on Loockerman Street, home invasions, and traffic stops resulting in
arrests.
I saw our police being called to assist and back up the State police on at least two
occasions.
I saw some things that I questioned also, why do 12, 13, and up to 16 year old kids
need to be walking the streets of Dover at 12 , 1, and 2 in the morning? Why don't
we have a city curfew? Why aren't businesses held accountable when someone
leaves with an open container?
What I did see during my time is that the citizens of Dover are not in any danger
because we do not have the three additional officers. Their commitment, pride,
professionalism, and respect for the city and themselves would never allow the
citizens to be in harm’s way as long as they can do the job, regardless of how many
officers they have. They pull together and work as a team and do what is needed to
get the job done.
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Does the Dover Police Department need three additional officers to get the job
done? According to the officers I rode with, no, they will get the job done at any
cost, and even if it means placing themselves in harm’s way to do the job, they will.
With all this being said, I am not concerned that the citizens of Dover are in danger
because we are down police officers, but my concern is for the officers themselves;
the old saying that pride goes before the fall, let's keep the pride and not have the
fall.
With that being said I do support the additional three officers for the Dover Police.”
The invocation was given by Chaplain Dixon, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Hutchison moved for approval of the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Bonar and
unanimously carried.
Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and carried
by a unanimous roll call vote.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF NOVEMBER 28, 2011
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of November 28, 2011 were unanimously
approved by motion of Mr. Bonar, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and bore the written approval
of Mayor Carey.
PUBLIC HEARING - VIOLATION OF DANGEROUS BUILDING ORDINANCE -
EMERGENCY CASES: 41 SOUTH QUEEN STREET (OWNER OF RECORD: DAVID
WILLEY)
In accordance with Article XI - Dangerous Buildings, Sec. 22-388 - Emergency cases, of the Dover
Code, in cases where it reasonably appears that there is an immediate danger to the life or safety of
any person unless a dangerous building is immediately repaired, vacated and closed, or demolished,
the building inspector shall report such facts to the council, which may cause the immediate repair,
vacation, or demolition of such dangerous building.
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, provided a
chronological history and presentation (Exhibit #1) on the condition of the house located at
41 South Queen Street, which included photos depicting the condition of the structure. She noted
that the two (2) story, single-family, wood-framed dwelling has been the subject of various code
violations since 1998, including cases of exterior and interior violations, tall grass and weeds, and
overgrowth. The house was registered by Bank of America as a vacant building in June 2009 and
was administratively condemned on October 31, 2011. All vacant building fees have been paid by
Bank of America. The structure was the subject of a fire which occurred on October 30, 2011. Since
the structure has been vacant and (due to the severe fire damage) cannot be fully secured, staff
recommended that this be considered an emergency case, and that the City proceed with demolition
if such action has not been taken by the owner or equity owner within ten (10) days of Council
action.
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Staff recommended that City Council: 1) declare this building dangerous; 2) order the property
immediately repaired or demolished; 3) order the Building Inspector to cause the repair or demolition
of the structure if not completed by the owner by December 22, 2011; and 4) order the City Manager,
with the assistance of the City Solicitor, to cause the cost of repairs or demolition to be charged
against the land on which the building exists as a municipal lien or cause such cost to be added to
the tax duplicate as an assessment, or to be levied as a special tax, or to be recovered in a suit at law
against the owner.
Responding to Mr. Lynn’s concerns regarding the length of time during which the bank has not taken
action (since the property was declared vacant in 2009), Mrs. Townshend indicated that there are
several properties with similar circumstances and assumed that this delay may be the result of the
number of homes being foreclosed. She assured members that she could provide further information
relative to this issue.
Council President Leary declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to
speak, Council President Leary declared the public hearing closed.
Mr. Hare moved that the property located at 41 South Queen Street be declared a dangerous
building and subject to demolition, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by
Mrs. Williams and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL ACTION - REQUEST FOR STREET NAME CHANGE FROM
SLAUGHTER STREET (BETWEEN LOOCKERMAN STREET AND NORTH STREET)
TO JERUSALEM WAY
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, briefed members
on the requested street name change, submitted by New Jerusalem Baptist Church. She reminded
members that during their meeting of November 14, 2011, the Utility Committee recommended
approval of the requested street name change from Slaughter Street to Jerusalem Way (for the
segment of Slaughter Street running between West North Street and West Loockerman Street), as
recommended by the Planning Commission.
During the Regular Council Meeting of November 28, 2011, members were advised that, if action
was taken to approve the Committee’s recommendation, a public hearing would be required. As a
result, Council set a public hearing for this time and place to consider the requested street name
change from Slaughter Street to Jerusalem Way (for the segment of Slaughter Street running between
West North Street and West Loockerman Street).
Council President Leary declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to
speak, Council President Leary declared the public hearing closed.
Mr. Hare moved for approval of the requested street name change from Slaughter Street to
Jerusalem Way (for the segment of Slaughter Street running between West North Street and
West Loockerman Street). The motion was seconded by Mrs. Williams and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote (Mrs. Russell abstaining).
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PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING - PROPOSED ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider approval of proposed zoning
text amendments.
Mr. Hare moved that the Final Reading of the proposed zoning text amendments be
acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Bonar and unanimously carried. (The First
Reading of these ordinances was accomplished during the Council Meeting of October 24, 2011.)
Ordinance #2011-25 - Amendment to Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations,
Section 17 - Shopping Center Development [(SC-1, SC-2 and SC-3)], Subsection 17.3 -
Permitted Uses (Relating to Neighborhood Shopping Center Zone)
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, reminded
members that Ordinance #2011-25 would amend Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District
Regulations, Section 17 - Shopping Center Development [(SC-1, SC-2 and SC-3)], Subsection 17.3 -
Permitted Uses (Relating to Neighborhood Shopping Center Zone) of the Dover Code. The
proposed amendment would amend the SC-1 (Neighborhood Shopping Center) zone to permit retail
and service establishments and would specify that gas pumps would be permitted only as an
accessory use and would be subject to conditional use approval and would prohibit wholesaling,
warehousing, storage, and motor vehicle service, sales, and/or fueling stations.
Mrs. Townshend advised members that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
proposed amendment.
Council President Leary declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to
speak, Council President Leary declared the public hearing closed.
By motion of Mr. Bonar, seconded by Mr. Hare, Council, by a roll call vote of seven (7) yes and
two (2) no (Mr. Anderson and Mr. Lynn), adopted Ordinance #2011-25, as follows:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 17 - Shopping Center
Development [(SC-1, SC-2 and SC-3)], Subsection 17.3 - Permitted Uses, be amended to read as
follows:
17.31 In a neighborhood shopping center (SC-1), the following are permitted uses:
1. All uses permitted in the neighborhood commercial zone C-1, with no limitation on the
size of establishments;
2. Business, professional and governmental offices, public libraries, banks and restaurants;
3. Retail and service establishments, subject to the following:
(a) The following uses shall be prohibited:
i. Wholesaling, warehousing, storage;
ii. Motor vehicle service, sales, and/or fueling stations.
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(b) Gasoline pumps shall be permitted only as an accessory use and shall be subject
to conditional use approval by the planning commission in accordance with
Appendix B - Zoning, Article 10 - Planning Commission, Section 1 - Approval
of conditional uses.
ADOPTED: DECEMBER 12, 2011
Ordinance #2011-26 - Amendment to Appendix B - Zoning, Article 5 - Supplementary
Regulations, Section 1 - Supplementary Regulations Applying to Residence Zones and
Section 7 - Supplementary Regulations Applying to All Non-Residential Zones (Relating to
Corner Lots)
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, reminded
members that Ordinance #2011-26 would amend Appendix B - Zoning, Article 5 - Supplementary
Regulations, Section 1 - Supplementary Regulations Applying to Residence Zones and Section 7 -
Supplementary Regulations Applying to All Non-Residential Zones (Relating to Corner Lots) of the
Dover Code. The proposed amendment would clarify that corner lots have two (2) front yards;
permit such lots in residential zones to have a fence of up to six and one-half (6½) feet in height in
the front yard that is along the side of the principal structure; permit such lots in non-residential
zones to have a fence of up to eight (8) feet in height in the front yard that is along the side of the
principal structure; and designate which yard on corner lots shall function as the side and rear yards.
Additionally, the proposed ordinance clarifies that residential lots with dual frontages would be
permitted to have fences of up to six and one-half (6½) feet in height situated in the yard to the rear
of the principal structure and non-residential lots with dual frontages would be permitted to have
fences of up to eight (8) feet in height situated in the yard to the rear of the principal structure.
Mrs. Townshend advised members that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
proposed amendment.
Council President Leary declared the public hearing open.
Mr. Terry Fenwick, 1436 South Hancock Avenue, stated that when he purchased his property
approximately six (6) years ago, it had a six (6) foot tall wooden fence. He advised members that
he was diagnosed with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and had purchased the home for his
convenience. He stated that the family has a dog that used the back yard and was able to escape
through the fence due to deterioration. As a result, a vinyl fence was installed to replace the existing
wooden fence. At that time, Pierce Fence Company advised him that no permit was required since
there was an existing fence; however, a City inspector indicated that such a permit would be
required. As a result, he contacted the City to obtain the necessary permit, at which time he was
advised that he would only be permitted to install a four (4) foot fence toward the end of the road.
Having spent $8,000 to replace the existing fence, Mr. Fenwick requested that members consider
allowing the installation of a six (6) foot fence at his property.
There being no one else present wishing to speak during the public hearing, Council President Leary
declared the hearing closed.
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By motion of Mrs. Williams, seconded by Mr. Hutchison, Council, by a unanimous roll call
vote, adopted Ordinance #2011-26, as follows:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 5 – Supplementary Regulations, Section 1 – Supplementary
Regulations Applying to Residence Zones, Subsection 1.3 – Corner Lots, be amended to read, as
follows:
1.3 Corner lots.
1.31 Corner Visibility. In all zones within the city, no structure, fence, wall, landscaping,
earthen berm, sign or any other form of obstruction to visibility, in excess of three feet in
height above the adjacent street grade, shall be erected, placed or maintained on any corner
lot within the triangular area formed by intersecting right-of-way lines. Two sides of the
triangular area shall be 20 feet in length and measured from the point of intersection of the
right-of-way lines as further illustrated in figure 5-1.
1.32 Yard Requirements. Corner lots are considered to have two front yards. The rear yard
for a corner lot shall be the yard that is opposite the street upon which the principal structure
fronts. The side yard for a corner lot shall be the yard that is opposite the street adjacent to
the side of the principal structure.
1.33 Fences. A fence on a corner lot shall comply with the front yard requirement for height
along the street upon which the principal structure fronts. A fence on a corner lot shall
comply with the side yard requirement for height along the street adjacent to the side of the
principal structure.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
That Appendix B – Zoning, Article 5 – Supplementary Regulations, Section 1 – Supplementary
Regulations Applying to Residence Zones, Subsection 1.5 – Exceptions to Yard Requirements, be
amended to read, as follows:
1.5 Exceptions to yard requirements.
1.51 Permitted obstructions. Cornice or cantilevered roofs and chimneys may project not
more than two and one-half feet into a required yard. Belt courses, windowsills and other
ornamental features may project not more than six inches into a required yard. Paved
terraces, steps, and walks (other than such as are needed for access to the buildings on the
lot) shall not project within 15 feet of a street line or four feet of a property line.
1.52 Entries and porticos. A roofed-over but unenclosed projection in the nature of an
entry, portico or awning not more than eight feet wide and extending not more than six feet
into the required front yard shall be exempt from the requirements of this section when the
building otherwise complies with the regulations of this section. In computing the average
setback, the presence of such entries and porticos shall be ignored.
1.53 Existing setback. No proposed one-family or two-family dwelling need have a setback
greater than the average setback of the two existing dwellings with the greatest setbacks
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within 200 feet on each side of the said proposed dwelling, on the same side of the street and
within the same block and the same zone.
1.54 Open decks. An open deck or patio extending to within ten feet of a rear lot line or
within 20 feet of a rear lot for second story decks shall be exempt from rear yard setback
requirements and lot coverage requirements so long as the principal structure complies with
the regulations. Such open decks or patios shall not be enclosed and used as a part of the
principal structure.
1.55 Fences. Fences or walls shall be limited to a maximum height of four feet above the
ground when situated within front yard areas, and shall be limited to a maximum height of
six and one-half feet above ground when situated within side and rear yard areas. Fences
situated on corner lots shall be subject to the provisions of article 5, section 1.3. For the
purposes of this provision, on lots with dual street frontage that are not corner lots, a fence
situated to the rear of the principal structure shall be limited to a maximum height of six and
one-half feet above ground. Fences or walls with a height in excess of six and one-half feet
above ground shall conform to the setback requirements for dwelling buildings as set forth
in article 4 of this Appendix. Fence material commonly referred to as "barbed wire" and/or
"razor wire," or any similar material, shall be prohibited in residential zones.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
That Appendix B – Zoning, Article 5 – Supplementary Regulations, Section 7 – Supplementary
Regulations Applying to All Non-Residential Zones, Subsection 7.5 – Fences, be amended, to read
as follows:
7.5 Fences. Fences or walls shall be limited to a maximum height of four feet above the ground
when situated within front yard areas, and shall be limited to a maximum height of eight feet above
the ground when situated within side and rear yard areas. Fences situated on corner lots shall be
subject to the provisions of article 5, section 1.3. For the purposes of this provision, on lots with dual
street frontage that are not corner lots, a fence situated to the rear of the principal structure shall be
limited to a maximum height of eight feet above ground. Fences or walls with a height in excess of
eight feet above the ground shall conform to the setback requirements for dwelling buildings as set
forth in article 4 of this Appendix. Fence material commonly referred to as "barbed wire" and/or
"razor wire," or any similar material shall be prohibited along property lines which adjoin residential
zones.
ADOPTED: DECEMBER 12, 2011
Ordinance #2011-27 - Amendment to Appendix B - Zoning, Article 5 - Supplementary
Regulations, (New) Section 21 - Public Utility Infrastructure (Regarding Exemption of Public
Utilities Infrastructure from Zoning Bulk Standards)
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, reminded
members that Ordinance #2011-27 would amend Appendix B - Zoning, Article 5 - Supplementary
Regulations of the Dover Code by inserting a new Section 21 - Public Utility Infrastructure
(Regarding Exemption of Public Utilities Infrastructure from Zoning Bulk Standards). The proposed
amendments would permit public utility infrastructure, except for electric power generation facilities,
in all zoning districts and exempt such infrastructure from bulk requirements.
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Mrs. Townshend advised members that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
proposed amendment.
Council President Leary declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to
speak during the public hearing, Council President Leary declared the hearing closed.
By motion of Mr. Bonar, seconded by Mrs. Williams, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote,
adopted Ordinance #2011-27, as follows:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
That Appendix B – Zoning, Article 5 – Supplementary Regulations, be amended to read, as follows:
Section 21 – Public utility infrastructure.
Public utility infrastructure shall be permitted in all zones and generally exempt from the
requirements of Article 4 – Zoning Bulk and Parking Regulations, except as provided in this section.
21.1 Setback. The minimum setback for public utility structures shall be equal to the
setback of the zone in which the structure is located.
21.2 Fences. Fences shall be limited to a maximum height of eight feet above ground.
21.3 Site development plan required. Site development plan approval in accordance
with article 10, section 2 hereof shall be required prior to the issuance of building
permits for the erection or enlargement of all structures and related accessory
structures.
21.4 Exceptions.
21.41 Electric power generation facilities shall be subject to all zoning
requirements.
21.42 Private communications antennas and towers shall not be considered public
utility infrastructure under the provisions of this subsection, and shall be
subject to all zoning requirements.
ADOPTED: DECEMBER 12, 2011
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - NOVEMBER 28, 2011
The Utility Committee met on November 28, 2011 with Chairman Bonar presiding.
Dedication of Rights-of-Way and Public Infrastructure - Nottingham Meadows Subdivision
Phase I
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reminded members that, due to the bankruptcy of Stover Builders,
the original developer of Nottingham Meadows Subdivision, the project was turned over to
Wilmington Trust Company, who is the responsible party for completing public infrastructure within
Phase I of the subdivision. During the past few years, staff has been working with Wilmington Trust
Company to complete the infrastructure at Nottingham Meadows Subdivision to a point where the
City can accept the dedication of the rights-of-way and public infrastructure.
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Mr. Koenig advised members that the contractor hired by Wilmington Trust Company has completed
the roads and infrastructure. As a result, Wilmington Trust Company has requested that all public
infrastructure improvements related to this phase be dedicated to the City of Dover for permanent
ownership and maintenance. Members were provided details regarding all of the public
improvements associated with Phase 1, including the general location and configuration of the
subject rights-of-way. Mr. Koenig assured members that Wilmington Trust Company completed
construction of the improvements within Phase 1 in accordance with City standards and
specifications. After construction was completed, City staff inspected the public improvements and
developed a list of repairs to be made to meet the City of Dover Standards and Specifications for
Public Works Construction. He noted that the final requirements for dedication were established
between the Public Services Manager and Wilmington Trust Company, the originator of the
performance letter of credit. Mr. Koenig stated that, as of this date, all work required by the Public
Services Manager has been completed. Since this subdivision was the subject of a bankruptcy, a
one (1) year maintenance agreement and as-built drawings for the infrastructure would not be
submitted as part of the dedication process.
Staff recommended acceptance of the rights-of-way and public infrastructure for Nottingham
Meadows Subdivision Phase I, with dedication to include all of the referenced public improvements,
as follows:
Sewer Utility Infrastructure (Construction Value = $ 546,780):
10” SDR-35 PVC Sanitary Sewer Main - 550 l.f.
8” SDR-35 PVC Sanitary Sewer Main - 4,344 l.f.
6” PVC Sanitary Sewer Laterals - 2,681 l.f. (78 laterals)
4' Diameter Sanitary Sewer Manholes - 25 ea. (224.11 v.f.)
Pump Station - 1 ea.
6” PVC Sanitary Force Main - 1,894 l.f.
Water Utility Infrastructure (Construction Value = $ 242,516):
8” Ductile Iron (Class 52 Cement Lined) Water Main - 5,988 l.f.
6” Ductile Iron (Class 52 Cement Lined) Water Main - 190 l.f.
1” Polyethylene Water Service Lines - 2,222 l.f. (78 services)
8” Gate Valve - 16 ea.
6” Hydrant Valve - 9 ea.
Fire Hydrants - 9 ea.
2” Blow Off Assembly - 1 ea.
Storm Water Infrastructure (Construction Value = $ 339,737):
Catch Basins - 37 ea.
4’ Diameter Storm Sewer Manholes - 6 ea.
15” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 1,673 l.f.
18” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 191 l.f.
24” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 815 l.f.
30” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 162 l.f.
36” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 520 l.f.
42” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 69 l.f.
Flared End Sections (Concrete) - 2 ea.
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Street Infrastructure (1.0284 miles) (Construction Value = $ 785,038)
Brittingham Drive Station 0+00 to Station 11+00 1,100 l.f.
Saxondale Lane Station 0+00 to Station 9+50 950 l.f.
Gillibrook Lane Station 0+00 to Station 10+00 1,000 l.f.
Beuvale Lane Station 0+00 to Station 11+40 1,140 l.f.
Derbyshire Avenue / Court Station 11+50 to Station 23+90 1,240 l.f.
Mr. Koenig stated that the total construction value of the public improvements is $1,914,071.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Koenig explained that Wilmington Trust Company took over
ownership of the subdivision, as well as the letter of credit, to complete the infrastructure.
Wilmington Trust Company then hired The Hanken Group, the company which managed the
completion of the construction (sidewalks, curbs, asphalt, etc.). He stated that all street lights, water
and sanitary sewer systems, and storm sewers are operational and the streets have been completed.
Due to the fact that the City does not have a one (1) year maintenance bond, if potholes develop in
the asphalt the City would be required to make repairs rather than the developer. It was his belief
that this would be the extent of the City’s risk in this matter.
The Committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation for acceptance of the dedication
of rights-of-way and public infrastructure for Nottingham Meadows Subdivision Phase I to include
all of the referenced public improvements.
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.
Electric Service Handbook Revisions
Mr. Ron Lunt, Public Utilities Manager, reminded members that the City’s Electric Service
Handbook was approved by City Council on May 10, 2010. Staff presented recommended changes
to the Handbook in order to clarify issues that have arisen during the interim period and changes in
the Delaware Code. He noted that the recent Net Metering Requirements enacted by the State
Legislature prompted most of the proposed amendments.
Members were provided the proposed amendments to the Handbook, which were depicted in redline
format (black text was original), with the colored text being proposed and the colored strikethrough
being deleted. Although Mr. Lunt felt that the intent of the proposed changes was apparent, to
ensure an understanding of the intent of the text, he reviewed a document titled “Electric Service
Handbook Discussion,” which provided a more detailed explanation. Mr. Lunt assured members
that the proposed amendments would bring the City of Dover policies into compliance with the
Delaware Code and that they were approved by Mr. Kirk Betts, Attorney, Betts and Holt, LLC.
Responding to Mrs. Williams’ request for an example of the net metering standards, Mr. Lunt stated
that if there were four (4) or more different parties on a feeder, each of whom have a desire for a
500kw system, the City would limit this to three (3) systems; therefore, a feeder would be limited
to 1.5 megawatts of connected generation, which is a large system.
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In response to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Lunt stated that there have been approximately 15 net metering
installations, mostly residential.
The Committee recommended approval of the proposed amendments to the City’s Electric Service
Handbook, as recommended by staff.
By consent agenda, Mr. Bonar moved for approval of the proposed amendments to the City's
Electric Service Handbook, as recommended by the Committee (Exhibit #2), seconded by
Mr. Hutchison and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Net Energy Metering Tariff Revision
Mr. Ron Lunt, Public Utilities Director, requested that the consideration of the Net Energy Metering
Tariff Revision be deferred to allow staff the opportunity to prepare the revisions for members’
review and consideration.
The Committee deferred consideration of the Net Energy Meter Tariff Revision to a future meeting.
TEA/NAES Monthly Report (September)
The TEA/NAES Monthly Report for September 2011 was provided to members to enable them to
monitor electric sales and revenues received, which will provide a better understanding of any
fluctuations that occur and allow the opportunity to make improvements if deemed necessary.
Referring to the Purchased Power Variance Report (Page 8 of TEA Report), Mr. Snaman explained
his difficulty in understanding the information and requested that the report reflect what is being paid
for each category per kilowatt. This would determine how much is obtained from the solar park, etc.
and how much money is paid for each. He felt that such information would illustrate how much
solar energy costs the City. Responding, Mr. Lunt stated that staff was currently working on a report
(requested by Mr. Hare) that would include such details.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Lunt explained that the City is required to retire reserves in order
to comply with the State’s mandate for renewable energy. The City has until 2014 to develop its
own plan, bench marking off of the requirements of Delmarva Power.
Responding to Mr. Hare, Mr. Lunt stated that the City would be permitted to sell the credits at this
time; however, if the City wishes to comply with State regulations as currently written, the credits
would have to be retired if not sold. If sold, and the City elects to comply with legislation, the City
would be required to buy the credits back. He confirmed that it is possible that the City would sell
the credits at a lower price and then buy them back at market price (which may be higher), to meet
the legislative mandate. Mr. Lunt explained that the Sun Park was developed to comply with the
regulations enacted by State legislators. In order to meet the legislators’ intent, the City must “turn
in” the Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) which are registered through PJM. He further
explained that the City receives a paper document from the Sun Park indicating that one (1) SREC
was created from one (1) megawatt of energy, and the City pays for this document. The City can
then either sell the SRECs immediately at market price or hold them. To comply with State
legislation, the document is turned over to the State Energy Office as evidence that the City has
complied.
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Mr. Lunt reminded members that the Sun Park was a cheaper alternative for the City than “going
out” to the market to comply with the legislation. In addition, he stated that there are other benefits
of solar power and, although an analysis has not been completed, the City reduced load and capacity
obligations as a result of using energy from the Sun Park.
The Committee recommended acceptance of the report.
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.
By consent agenda, Mr. Bonar moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report,
seconded by Mr. Hutchison and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
MONTHLY REPORTS - OCTOBER 2011
By motion of Mr. Bonar, seconded by Mr. Hutchison, the following monthly reports were
accepted by consent agenda:
Budget Report (September and October)
Chief of Police Report
City Assessor’s Report
City Manager's Report
City Planner’s Report
Dover Fire Department Report
Capital Investment Plan (CIP) Report (September and October)
SPECIAL ELECTION OF OFFICERS - ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY - YEAR 2012
During their Regular Meeting of November 28, 2011, City Council accepted the Fire Line Officers
for the Robbins Hose Company No. 1 for the Year 2012; however, it was noted that the election for
the position of Third Assistant Fire Chief resulted in a tie (Joseph Simmons and Glenn Whitt) and
that a special election would be necessary.
Members were provided the results of the December 6, 2011 Robbins Hose Company Special
Election for consideration, as follows:
Third Assistant Fire Chief - Glenn Whitt
By consent agenda, Mr. Bonar moved for acceptance of the Third Assistant Fire Chief for
Robbins Hose Company No. 1 for the Year 2012, as submitted, seconded by Mr. Hutchison
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2011-15 WITH STAFF AMENDMENT #1 -
APPENDIX A - SUBDIVISIONS, ARTICLE VII - SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Members were reminded that the First Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2011-15 was accomplished
during the Council Meeting of September 26, 2011. The Final Reading was tabled during the
Council Meeting of November 14, 2011.
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Mr. Hare moved to remove the matter from the table, seconded by Mr. Bonar and carried,
with Mr. Anderson voting no.
Mr. Bonar moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, reminded
members that the ordinance was tabled to allow staff the opportunity to meet with Mr. Lynn,
Mr. Bonar, and members of the Wild Meadows Homeowners Association to address their concerns
regarding the proposed amendment. She explained that Proposed Ordinance #2011-15 would clarify
the requirement that developers of subdivisions with common open space, including active recreation
areas, woodlands, and stormwater management areas, form homeowners’ associations with
mandatory membership. It would allow the City to perform work that is the responsibility of the
homeowners’ association if such work is not performed in accordance with code requirements. Such
work would be billed to the property owners on their tax bills, including an administrative charge.
The proposed amendment would require that homeowners’ associations with management
responsibility for common open space submit a listing of officers of the association annually. The
proposed amendment also clarifies that these requirements are retroactive to all subdivisions with
common open space in existence prior to adoption of the ordinance.
Mrs. Townshend advised members that the concern of the Wild Meadows Homeowners Association
was to assure that they would not be responsible for maintenance of the common areas in their
development that are owned by the owner of the development (as in a condominium ownership
situation). She assured members that it was not the City’s intent to make anyone responsible for land
that they do not own. As a result of the meeting with the Wild Meadows Homeowners Association,
Mrs. Townshend stated that staff developed Staff Amendment #1, which would ensure that owners
of dwelling units on leased lots where there are no land or facilities owned by the homeowners’
association are not subject to the requirements of the ordinance.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mrs. Townshend stated that if the owner of record goes bankrupt and
defaults on their responsibility, the City would provide the necessary maintenance, bill the
corporation (owner of record), and place a lien on the property. She noted that the owner of record
owns the common open space and open lots and any improvements on the lots in land leased
communities.
Dr. McGlumphy questioned how many current similar situations there are that require the City to
maintain common areas and if the City is receiving compensation. Responding, Mrs. Townshend
stated that for those developments where the homeowners’ association has not been functioning,
there are builders who own a significant number of residual lots and have been maintaining the
common areas to a minimum standard area. The City has had to cut grass for vacant lots and
common areas in some of the abandoned developments; however, those fees have been placed back
on the development so that when someone wishes to purchase and finish the development, they will
be required to pay those charges. As an example, she stated that there are approximately $2,000 in
grass cutting bills associated with the Village of Cannon Mills; therefore, these bills would be
required to be paid prior to the issuance of another building permit.
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Responding to Mr. Anderson regarding the administrative fee, Mrs. Townshend stated that, currently,
if the City is required to cut grass on a private lot, there is a $50 administrative charge. Staff felt that
the 15% administrative fee associated with the proposed ordinance was fair and would help the City
to recover any costs. She explained that code enforcement (inspectors) and administration (billing)
time is involved in dealing with these properties and felt it was important for the City to recoup some
of these costs.
Mrs. Williams moved for adoption of the staff amendment, seconded by Mr. Bonar, and by
and unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted Staff Amendment #1 to Proposed Ordinance
#2011-15, as follows:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
That Ordinance #2011-15 be amended by inserting the following text to the end of line 12,
Subsection 1:
Communities where the land area is under single ownership, individual lots are leased by the
homeowners, and there are no common areas or facilities owned by the homeowners’ association
shall be exempt from the requirements of this section.
ADOPTED: DECEMBER 12, 2011
Mr. Bonar moved for adoption of Ordinance #2011-15, as amended, seconded by Mr. Hare,
and by a roll call vote of eight (8) yes and one (1) no (Mr. Anderson), Council adopted
Ordinance #2011-15, as follows:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
That Appendix A - Subdivisions, Article VII - Special Provisions, be amended to read, as follows:
B. Homeowners' associations.
1. Creation of homeowners' association. The owner and/or developer shall create a
homeowners' association for the proposed development where private open space and
stormwater management facility ownership and maintenance responsibility exist. The
homeowners' association shall be organized and established as a legal entity prior to
or as a part of the final plat approval and recording process and all documents related
to the homeowners' association shall be submitted in draft form at the time of
application for the subdivision plan review (whether minor or major). Such
documents shall be acceptable to the city as a condition of subdivision plan approval.
Communities where the land area is under single ownership, individual lots are
leased by the homeowners, and there are no common areas or facilities owned by the
homeowners association shall be exempt from the requirements of this section.
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2. Legal documents recorded. The owner and/or developer should pay for the
preparation of the legal document necessary to create the association, have same
approved by the city solicitor and council and record same in the recorder of deeds
office for Kent County.
3. Maintenance of property of the homeowners' association. The legal documents
prepared will give the city the authority to require the homeowner's association to
perform routine maintenance and minor/major repairs as necessary to keep the
property in good condition, and eliminate any health or safety issues.
If the homeowners' association does not respond to a notice of violation from the city
regarding maintenance within 14 calendar days of the date of such notice, the city
shall have the right to perform the work itself or hire a contractor to perform the work
and assess each property owner of the homeowners' association and/or each owner
of property within the final plat for the subdivision a fee to recover its cost. Such fee
shall include an administrative charge equal to 15% of the cost of the work
performed. This fee will be added to the real estate tax bill as a special assessment
to these lot owners.
4. Homeowners' association requirements. If the applicant is required to establish a
homeowners' association for purposes of ownership and maintenance of common
areas, common facilities and/or open spaces, such association documents shall
require, at minimum:
(a) Mandatory membership. All owners of property within the subdivision must
be members of the homeowners' association. The members of the
homeowners' association shall share equitably in the costs of maintaining all
open space, common areas and facilities, recreation areas and facilities, and
stormwater management areas and facilities which are not accepted by the
city in writing in accordance with the provisions of all deed restrictions and
maintenance agreements, all applicable property maintenance codes, all
record plan notes, and in accordance with procedures established by the
homeowners' association. The deed restrictions shall require, at minimum,
that the costs of such maintenance shall be collectable from the owner of the
lot(s) to which such costs are assessed; and that such costs shall be and
constitute a lien upon such lot(s).
(b) Responsibilities. The homeowners' association shall be responsible for all
maintenance, insurance, taxes, fees, and other burdens customary to the
ownership of real property and all improvements and construction thereon,
including, but not limited to all recreation amenities, walkways, storm water
facilities, ponds, landscaping, and other facilities not owned or accepted by
the City of Dover.
(c) Deed restrictions. Restrictive covenants shall provide that in the event the
association fails to maintain the common areas, common facilities, and open
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areas according to the adopted codes of the City of Dover, in accordance with
the recorded plan, and in accordance with the requirements of recorded
restrictions, the city may:
(1) Demand that the deficiency of maintenance be corrected. If the
homeowners' association shall fail to correct the deficiency, after
reasonable notice, the city may enter the common area to inspect and
correct the deficiency. The cost of such maintenance shall be charged
to the association in accordance with the provisions of subsection
(B)(3) - Maintenance of property of the homeowners' association.
5. Homeowners' association reporting responsibilities. Each homeowners' association
established pursuant to Appendix A, Subdivisions shall, not later than December 31
of each year, provide to the City Clerk of the City of Dover a listing of the officers
of such homeowners' association, including their addresses and telephone numbers,
and the date of the annual meeting. The homeowners' association shall list the terms
of office of each officer and the date of the annual election. The homeowners'
association shall provide the name, address, phone number and contact information
for any firm providing services on behalf of or acting as agent for the homeowners'
association in carrying out its responsibilities.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
That the provisions of this ordinance shall be in effect upon its adoption and shall apply to all
existing subdivisions where the homeowners' association has maintenance responsibilities for open
space and stormwater management areas. The city manager shall send a letter to all property owners
within the City of Dover who have homeowners' association maintenance responsibilities under this
ordinance informing them of these responsibilities and the City's right to bill property owners within
the homeowners' association for any maintenance performed by the City of Dover due to lack of
maintenance on the part of the homeowners' association.
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
That all homeowners' associations with maintenance responsibilities for open space and stormwater
management areas that existed prior to the adoption of this ordinance shall report to the city manager
by December 31, 2011 those items required in subsection (B)(5) - Homeowners' Association
Reporting Responsibilities.
ADOPTED: DECEMBER 12, 2011
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinances was accomplished during the Council
Meeting of November 14, 2011.
Council President Leary noted that during the Regular Council Meeting of November 28, 2011, it
was announced that the Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2011-31 - Chapter 102 - Taxation,
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Article I - In General, Section 102-1 - Valuation and assessment of the Dover Code, would be held
this evening. He advised members that the Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2011-31 is
pending action by State Legislature.
Mr. Bonar moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinances be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
#2011-28 - Chapter 2 - Administration, Article IV - Officers and Employees, Division 7 -
General Employee Pension Plan, Subdivision I - In General, Section 2-331 - Form of Benefits
(Civil Unions)
Mr. Anderson noted that Ordinance #2011-28 would bring the City into compliance with State law
and in his view, protects the City from liability. He explained that his affirmative vote is not
indicative of his agreement with the State law, indicating that he was not in favor of the State law.
Mr. Bonar moved for adoption of the propsed ordinance, seconded by Mr. Hare, and by a
unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted Ordinance #2011-28, as follows:
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
COUNCIL MET:
That Chapter 2 - Administration, Article IV - Officers and Employees, Division 7 - General
Employee Pension Plan, Subdivision I - In General, Section 2-331 - Form of Benefits, be amended
to read, as follows:
Section 2-331. Form of benefits.
(a) Normal form. A monthly benefit shall be payable on the first day of the second month
preceding the date on which application for such benefit is filed. Payment will be retroactive
to the retirement date. Payments of benefits shall be payable monthly thereafter during his
lifetime, and terminating with the last payment on the first day of the month of the death of
the participant.
(b) Death of participant, etc. Upon the death of a participant who has retired, or who is eligible
to be retired under any of the provisions of this division, payment shall be made to his
eligible survivors in the amount of 50 percent of the monthly payments to which the
participant was or would have been entitled. Upon the death of a participant who has
completed a minimum of 20 years of service but is not yet eligible to retire because of age,
payment shall be made to his eligible survivors in the amount of 50 percent of the monthly
payment that would have resulted by using his service time; however, the benefit is to be
computed at a reduced rate of one-half percent for each month the participant was under the
correct age for normal retirement. In no instance shall actual monthly payments be less than
$200.00, to be effective July 1, 2000. Upon the death of both the participant and eligible
survivor, if the benefit payments received in aggregate are less than the member's
contributions, the balance of the member's contributions, plus 5 percent interest, will be paid
to the surviving beneficiary designated or his estate if no designation has been made and
submitted to the pension board. The amount of benefit payments received and the amount
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of the member's contributions shall be determined from the record of the pension board of
trustees.
(c) Eligible survivor. An eligible survivor shall be one of the following in the order of preference
listed:
(1) Spouse/Partner. The participant's spouse who was married to the participant for at
least one year. Surviving spouse shall be required to provide supporting documents
of marriage. The participant's partner in a civil union, who entered into a lawful civil
union in Delaware, or whose legal union is recognized as a civil union under
Delaware law, will have all of the same rights, benefits, protections and
responsibilities as married persons under Delaware law. (13 Del. C. c. 2). Surviving
partner shall be required to provide supporting documents of legal civil union.
(2) Children, unmarried.
a. The surviving children, biological or legally adopted, of the participant, who
have not attained their 18th birthday.
b. If said child is attending school on a full-time basis and provides proof of
attendance each year of eligibility, with the payment due for the month in
which he ceases to attend school on a full-time basis or with the payment due
for the month in which his 22nd birthday shall occur, whichever shall occur
first.
(d) Commencement of payment. Benefits payable to eligible survivors shall commence on the
first day of the month following the date of the participant's death.
(e) Benefits payable. Benefits payable to eligible survivors shall cease:
(1) Spouse/Partner. With respect to an eligible survivor who is a spouse or partner of a
civil union, with the payment due for the month in which their remarriage or death
shall occur, whichever occurs first.
(2) Children. With respect to an eligible survivor who is a child(ren), with the payment
due for the month in which his 18th birthday or death shall occur, whichever shall
occur first. Payments shall be made in accordance with subsections (2)a. and b.
(f) Eligibility for benefits. The eligibility of any person or persons to receive payment of benefits
as an eligible survivor shall be determined conclusively by the pension board based on
application of such person or persons and any other information which the pension board
deems to be appropriate.
(g) This ordinance shall be effective at 10:00 a.m. on January 1, 2012.
ADOPTED: DECEMBER 12, 2011
#2011-30 - FY12 Budget Revisions (Staff Sponsored)
Mr. Hare moved for adoption of Ordinance #2011-30 - FY12 Budget Revisions (Exhibit #3),
seconded by Mr. Bonar and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
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COUNCIL MEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council President Leary reminded everyone that the Council and Committee Meetings for the week
of December 26, 2011 were cancelled and, on behalf of all members of Council, wished everyone
a happy and safe holiday.
Mrs. Russell announced that a Youth Community Christmas Party would be held on Saturday,
December 17, 2011, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Whatcoat United Methodist Church,
341 Saulsbury Road, for children ranging in age from two (2) months to 12 years and that the event
was free.
Mr. Bonar advised members that the Director of Public Utilities would be leaving the City’s
employment to serve in a similar capacity with a jurisdiction in the State of Arizona. He relayed
appreciation to Mr. Ron Lunt for the years of service he has provided to the City.
Mrs. Williams moved to adjourn into the Special Council Meeting to discuss legal and
personnel matters, seconded by Mr. Bonar and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 8:15 P.M.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of
December 12, 2011, are hereby approved.
CARLETON E. CAREY, SR.
MAYOR
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Exhibits Attached to Original Minutes and File Copy
Exhibit #1 - Presentation - Violation of Dangerous Building Ordinance - 41 South Queen Street
Exhibit #2 - Proposed Amendments to the City's Electric Service Handbook
Exhibit #3 - Ordinance #2011-30 - FY12 Budget Revisions
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PETITION TO AMEND ZONING ORDINANCE
Report to the
Dover City Council
January 9, 2012
Proposed Change: Amendment to Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 – District Regulations,
Section 2 – General Residence Zones (RG-1 and RG-2) and
Appendix B – Zoning, Article 6 – Off Street Parking, Driveways
and Loading Facilities
Summary of Amendment: The proposed ordinance was sponsored by Councilman David
Bonar, Councilman Sean Lynn, and Councilwoman Sophia
Russell. The proposed ordinance would amend General Residence
Zones (RG-1 and RG-2) to allow antique shops, art galleries, gift
and card shops, book stores, specialty hobby stores, and restaurants
with no alcoholic beverages as accessory uses to the principal
residential use, for properties located within the City’s Historic
District Zone and/or any Historic District or property listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. These uses would be subject
to Conditional Use approval by the Planning Commission. It would
also amend the Off-Street Parking requirements of Article 6 to
indicate that off-street parking requirements specified within the
District Regulations would prevail when different than specified in
Article 6.
The ordinance came about as a result of a homeowner on North
State Street wanting to open a “tea house” as an accessory use at
her residence. While this may be a compatible use in the
downtown historic area, the Zoning Ordinance does not permit
such uses. Staff drafted the proposed ordinance to make it similar
to how these uses are treated in the RGO (General Residence and
Office District).
Planning Commission
Recommendation: Following a public hearing before the Planning Commission on
December 19, 2011, where no members of the public spoke
regarding the proposed ordinance, the Planning Commission voted
unanimously (6-0, with three members absent) to recommend
approval of the proposed ordinance.
Ordinance Number: 2011-29
File Number: MI-11-17
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Report to City Council – Ordinance #2011-29
January 9, 2012
Page 2 of 4
Excerpt from the DRAFT Minutes of the Planning Commission Meeting of December 19,
2011:
MI-11-17 Text Amendment: Revisions to Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 Section 2 and Article 6
regarding Conditional Uses in the General Residence Zone – Public Hearing and Review for
Recommendation to City Council on a series of Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 §2
to permit limited commercial uses accessory to the principal residential use on properties within the
General Residence Zone (RG-1 and RG-2) that are located within the City's Historic District Zone
and/or listed on the National Register of Historic Places as part of a historic district or as an
individual property. It would also require that such accessory uses be subject to Conditional Use
approval by the Planning Commission set standards for such accessory uses. Also includes
amendments to Article 6 pertaining to the associated parking requirements. Ordinance #2011-29.
Representative: Brought forward by Staff as sponsored by three (3) City Council members.
Mrs. Townshend stated that this is an Ordinance that came forward with City Council
sponsorship from Councilman Bonar, Councilman Lynn, and Councilwoman Russell. The
proposed Ordinance would amend the general residence zones to allow antique shops, art
galleries, gift and card shops, bookstores, specialty hobby stores, and restaurants with no
alcoholic beverages as accessory uses to the principal residential use for properties located
within either the City’s Historic District Zone or any historic district or property listed on the
National Register of Historic Places. These accessory uses would be subject to Conditional
Use approval by the Planning Commission.
Mrs. Townshend further stated that the other piece of this that would be amended would be the
off-street parking requirements in Article 6. The idea is to limit these accessory uses to the
historic areas of Dover as they would be a part of the historic tourism type of appeal and not
something that would be springing up all over Dover.
Mr. Hemmig questioned the wording of “historic district zone?” Responding to Mr. Hemmig,
Mrs. Townshend stated that it is the Historic District Zone; however, also the National Register
districts which would be the Historic District like the Victorian District that comes up State Street
that is not within the City’s district. However, it is within a district that is listed on the National
Register of Historic Places.
Colonel Welsh questioned why hobby shops were listed? Responding to Colonel Welsh, Mrs.
Townshend stated that the language that was used in drafting the Ordinance mirrors what is
permitted in the General Residence and Office Zones within the Historic District. It mirrors the
uses that would be permitted on State Street in the area where there is brick paving. A
specialty hobby store could be collectables or something specifically related to the historic
downtown.
Colonel Welsh further questioned why restaurants with no alcoholic beverages? Responding to
Colonel Welsh, Mrs. Townshend stated that this Ordinance came about as a result of a resident
and homeowner wanting to open a tea house which would be classified as a restaurant. In the
RG-O zone, it specifically specifies no alcohol and the concern would be that when alcohol is
involved it elevates things to a different level of regulation with the ABCC getting involved and
the process becomes a little more rigorous in terms of it is hard to do that as an accessory use
to the residential use and you can have more external effects when you are serving alcohol.
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January 9, 2012
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Mr. Nichols questioned if a restaurant can be open on any street area that is in the Historic
District? Responding to Mr. Nichols, Mrs. Townshend stated that if it is located within the RG-1
or RG-2 zones, RG-O zone or if it is in a commercial zone.
Mr. Nichols further questioned that with regards to parking there is already a parking problem on
the streets there now. Responding to Mr. Nichols, Colonel Welsh stated that it would come
before the Planning Commission for review.
Mr. Nichols further questioned how parking would be affected for the proposed tea house?
Responding to Mr. Nichols, Mrs. Townshend stated that it would be an application to the
Planning Commission. We have not looked at the property in detail; however, in discussions
with the owner of the proposed tea house, she has two (2) off-street parking spaces located in
the rear yard.
Mr. Hemmig stated that there is nothing in the Ordinance with regards to limiting the number of
hours of operation. We are talking about residential areas, would there be a limitation on this?
Responding to Mr. Hemmig, Mrs. Townshend stated that it would be part of a Conditional Use
review.
Mr. Hemmig further questioned that there is a size limitation of 2,000 square feet; however, that
has nothing to do with the overall size of the building? Responding to Mr. Hemmig, Mrs.
Townshend stated that the area where the accessory use takes place could not exceed the
2,000 square feet.
Mr. Hemmig questioned Staff to redefine “accessory use”, accessory to what? Responding to
Mr. Hemmig, Mrs. Townshend stated it would be accessory to the residential use. The property
would still be residential. This would be a separate use incidental to the use as a residence and
it would have to be used actively as a residence. This would be similar to the Bed and
Breakfast within the RG-1 zone. The Bed and Breakfast has to have the caretaker or owner
living on the premises so that it is not entirely transient.
Mr. Hemmig further stated with regards to restaurants they usually require specialized
equipment for the kitchen. He does not think that this is something that should be allowed next
door to an actual residence. Responding to Mr. Hemmig, Mrs. Townshend stated that an
example of a Conditional Use that was recently approved that would be similar is the Governors
Club Café where they have panini presses and are not deep frying or doing things that require
the major hood systems. The idea is that it would be a smaller operation and would be
consistent with the residential area. From a numbers standpoint, something larger would not
work because once you get to a certain threshold it would have to be sprinklered. She can
assure you that someone is not going to sprinkler their private residence so that they can have
one hundred (100) diners.
Mr. Hemmig opened a public hearing and after seeing no one wishing to speak closed the
public hearing.
Colonel Welsh moved to forward to City Council a recommendation of approval of MI-11-17
Text Amendment: Revisions to Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 (District Regulations) Section 2
(General Residence Zones) and Article 6 (Off Street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities)
regarding Conditional Uses in the General Residence Zone. In the Ordinance it would amend
General Residence Zones RG-1 and RG-2 to allow antique shops, art galleries, gift card shops,
bookstores, specialty hobby stores, and restaurants with no alcoholic beverages as accessory
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January 9, 2012
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uses to the principal residential use for properties located within the City’s Historic District zone
or any Historic District or property listed on the National Register of Historic Places, seconded
by Mr. Nichols and the motion unanimously carried 6-0 with Mr. Friedman, Mr. Holt and Mr.
Ambruso absent.
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CITY OF DOVER
DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY
STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: NOVEMBER 30, 2011
APPLICATION: TEXT AMENDMENTS: REVISIONS TO ZONING
ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 3 SECTION 2 & ARTICLE 6 RE:
CONDITIONAL USES IN GENERAL RESIDENCE ZONE
FILE #: MI-11-17
REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Public Utilities Department
CONTACT PERSON: Steve Enss - Electric
Sharon Duca, P.E. - Water, Wastewater, Stormwater
CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7070
T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN
A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE .
T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT :
CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS
ELECTRIC / WATER / WASTEWATER
1. Our office has no objections to the proposed amendments.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES
ELECTRIC / WATER / WASTEWATER
1. None
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT
ELECTRIC / WATER / WASTEWATER
1. None.
I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE
C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE .
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APPLICATION: Revisions to Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 Section 2 and Article 6
regarding Conditional Uses in the General Residence Zone
FILE#: MI-11-17 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT
CONTACT PERSON: Julio F. Seneus PHONE#: 760-2145
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THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT:
CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS:
1. The Department has no comments.
RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE
OBJECTIVES:
ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT:
If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the
above contact person and the planning department as soon as possible.
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FINAL READING
CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2011-29
1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN
2 COUNCIL MET:
3 That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 2 - General Residence Zones (RG-1
4 and RG-2), Subsection 2.4 - Conditional Uses be amended by inserting a new subsection (d) as follows:
5 (d) In order to stimulate limited commercial activity in the RG-1 and RG-2 zones within the city's
6 historic district zone and/or where a historic district property or a property listed on the National Register
7 of Historic Places exists, and to make this area of historic Dover more attractive to tourists and residents,
8 antique shops, art galleries, gift and card shops, book stores, specialty hobby stores, and restaurants with
9 no alcoholic beverages may be permitted as accessory uses incidental to the principal residence, subject
10 to the conditional use approval of the planning commission in accordance with Article 10 - Planning
11 Commission, Section 1 - Approval of conditional uses and subject to the following :
12 i. Total floor area of any non-residential accessory use shall not exceed 2,000 square feet.
13 ii. A minimum of two (2) off-street parking spaces shall be required to serve the residence and
14 the accessory use.
15 iii. Signage for the accessory use is limited to one (1) sign not to exceed six (6) square feet in
16 area. Signs may be illuminated, provided that internally illuminated signs shall be prohibited.
17 BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
18 That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 6 - Off-Street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities, Section
19 3 - Required Off-Street Parking Spaces, Subsection 3.1 - Schedule of Requirements be amended by
20 inserting the text indicated in bold, blue, italics and deleting the text indicated in bold, red, strikeout, as
21 follows:
22 3.1 Schedule of requirements. Accessory off-street parking spaces, open or enclosed, shall be
23 provided for any lot as specified in article 4, zoning bulk and parking regulations or as specified
24 below for each use in any zone, whichever is greater. , except for existing buildings within the
25 C-2 zoning district, where article 4, section 4.14, zoning bulk and parking regulations
26 governing the C-2 zoning district shall prevail.
27
28 (a) Exceptions.
29
30 i. Where Article 3 - District Regulations, specifies a minimum parking requirement, this
31 parking requirement shall prevail.
32 ii. For existing buildings within the C-2 zoning district, the requirements of article 4,
33 section 4.14 - [C-1, C-1A, C-2, C-2A zoned], bulk and parking regulations governing
34 the C-2 zoning district shall prevail.
35
36 ADOPTED: *
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Proposed Ordinance #2011-29 - Append. B, Art. 3, Sec. 2, Subsec. 2.4 - Conditional Uses Page 2
and Art. 6, Sec. 3, Subsec. 3.1 - Schedule of Requirements
37 SYNOPSIS
38 The proposed ordinance would permit limited commercial uses accessory to the principal
39 residential use on properties within the General Residence Zone (RG-1 and RG-2) that
40 are located within the City's Historic District Zone and/or listed on the National Register
41 of Historic Places as part of a historic district or as an individual property. It would also
42 require that such accessory uses be subject to Conditional Use approval by the Planning
43 Commission set standards for such accessory uses.
44 (SPONSORS: BONAR, RUSSELL, AND LYNN )
45 Actions History
46 January 9, 2012 - Scheduled for Public Hearing/Final Reading
47 December 19, 2011 - Considered by Planning Commission
48 November 28, 2011 - First Reading by Council
49 November 14, 2011 - Considered by Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee
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SPECIAL SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
A Special Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Meeting was held on December 12, 2011
at 5:00 p.m. with Chairman Hutchison presiding. Members present were Mrs. Russell, Mr. Davis,
and Mr. Hutchison. Mr. Lynn was absent. Mayor Carey was also present (arrived at 5:02p.m.).
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Davis moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and unanimously
carried.
Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis for Weston Drive and Forest Street - Recommendation to
Remove Signal at Ridgely Street
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, explained that the
Capital School District has recently made improvements to the parking and circulation at William
Henry Middle School and Booker T. Washington Elementary School and the next phase of the
proposed improvements includes a connection of the internal circulation of the school campus to
Weston Drive, which is a city street. When this project was reviewed through the Development
Advisory Committee, the City required that this connection be made in conjunction with the
installation of a traffic signal at Forest Street (Route 8) and Weston Drive.
Mrs. Townshend informed members that Landmark JCM, the design consultant hired by the Capital
School District, completed a signal warrant analysis, which was submitted to and reviewed by the
Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT). She stated that DelDOT sent the City Manager
and her an e-mail indicating that the intersection met the warrants for a traffic signal, but also
recommending that the signal at Forest Street and Ridgely Street be removed when the signal at
Forest Street and Weston Drive is installed. The placement of signals at both intersections would
cause conflicts with vehicle stacking due to the short distance between the intersections.
Mrs. Townshend stated that the installation of a traffic signal at Forest Street and Weston Drive is
consistent with the recommendations of the 2008 Delaware Route 8 Operations Study and that the
Forest Street Improvements, that were planned nearly 10 years ago, also included the concept of a
signal at this intersection. She explained that this is a heavy traffic area.
Mrs. Townshend stated her belief that the signal at Ridgely Street was installed due to the heavy
volume of truck traffic utilizing the street to access Playtex and Sara Lee. She indicated that there
is still some warehousing and distribution in this area; however, Sara Lee is no longer there and
Playtex does not access from Ridgely Street.
In response to Chairman Hutchison, Mrs. Townshend stated that DelDOT recommended that the
signal at Forest Street and Ridgely Street be completely removed, not changed to a flashing light.
Additionally, Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated his belief that some of the signal equipment
will be relocated to Weston Drive.
Responding to concerns of Mr. Hutchison regarding the light at Gibbs Drive, Mr. Koenig stated that
the lights will have to be timed. He explained that having traffic backed up at Ridgely Street has the
potential to back up traffic over the railroad tracks, which is an entirely different concern than simple
traffic congestion. He explained that DelDOT will have to coordinate the timing of the lights
through the traffic management center in Smyrna, DE because the State upgraded all of the lights
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on Division Street and they are now State assets. Due to the fact that the light at Gibbs Drive is
manually activated, it will “create a little havoc” with the traffic there, however, Mr. Koenig stated
his opinion that in the long run this will be a better location for the system, despite that manual
operation.
Responding to the concerns of Mrs. Russell, Mrs. Townshend stated that the presence of a signal at
Weston Drive will still allow for a break in traffic; however, there have not been any meetings with
property or business owners in the area.
Mrs. Russell stated that she felt that the property owners, and especially the business owners, needed
to be contacted to determine what type of impact the change would have on their businesses.
Staff recommended that the Committee support the addition of a traffic signal at Forest Street and
Weston Drive and the removal of the traffic signal at Route 8 and Ridgely Street once this new signal
is in place.
Mr. Hutchison moved to recommend acceptance of staff’s recommendation, seconded by
Mr. Davis and unanimously carried.
Update - Dover High School Construction Project
Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, briefed members
on the status of the Dover High School Construction Project. She informed members that City staff
continues to meet monthly with the Capital School District and their consultants, the Delaware
Department of Transportation (DelDOT), and a representative from the Delaware Department of
Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), who occasionally attends to offer a
stormwater perspective. She advised members that the next coordination meeting is scheduled for
December 15, 2011.
Mrs. Townshend informed members that the Capital School District was almost finished finalizing
the entrance plan approvals and that the City has released the foundation only permit, so they are able
to do foundation work. However, she stated that work has ceased on the site until some of the
concerns raised by DNREC related to the stormwater management have been addressed. She
explained that there was a lot of tracking of soil onto Route 8, and as a result DelDOT, the Kent
Conservation District, and the City contacted DNREC. DNREC, DelDOT and the City met with the
site contractors on Friday, December 9, 2011 and agreed that work would stop until the contractors
can make sure that the erosion and sediment controls will ensure that any sediment is contained
on the site. She stated her anticipation that the project should be resumed on Wednesday,
December 14, 2011.
In response to Mr. Davis, Mrs. Townshend agreed that the situation did appear better earlier in the
day because crews worked over the weekend upgrading the construction entrance, cleaning out the
swales where some sediment had accumulated, and cleaning off the roadway.
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Responding to Chairman Hutchison, Mrs. Townshend and Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, stated
that they were satisfied that the entrance was moving in the right direction. Mrs. Townshend
explained that staff anticipated that construction crews would work through the weekend to have
everything ready for DNREC to perform a reinspection on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 and to be
back up and running on Tuesday or Wednesday.
In response to Chairman Hutchison, Mr. Koenig explained that the “next big hurdle” will be getting
the final entrance plans approved for Route 8. He informed members that, during the last
coordination meeting, issues were discussed related to utility relocation on the north side and those
concerns have been resolved. The City, Comcast, and Verizon have provided prices for relocation
of facilities; however, the entrance plan approval must be completed before the City can issue the
building permit. Mrs. Townshend assured members that staff will not issue anything beyond the
foundation permit until the full entrance plan approval is received from DelDOT. Mr. Koenig stated
that the contractors anticipate receiving a full building permit during the month of February because
they cannot set any steel until they have the full building permit, which is tied directly to the entrance
approval and the approval of the improvements for Route 8.
There being no further business, Mr. Davis moved to adjourn, seconded by Mr. Hutchison and
unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 5:12 P.M.
James L. Hutchison
Chairman
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UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee Meeting was held on December 12, 2011 at 5:30 p.m. with Chairman Bonar
presiding. Members present were Mrs. Williams, Mr. Blakeman, and Mr. Snaman. Mr. Lynn was
absent. Other members of Council present were Council President Leary, Mr. Hare, Mr. Hutchison,
and Mrs. Russell. Mayor Carey was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
By unanimous consent, the agenda was approved as presented.
Net Energy Metering Tariff Revision (Deferred by Committee on November 28, 2011)
Mr. Ron Lunt, Public Utilities Director, reviewed a proposed revision to the Electric Service
Handbook relating to the net energy metering tariff. He advised members that the 145th General
Assembly approved an amendment to the net energy metering standards, Delaware Code – Title 26,
Chapter 10, Subsection 1014. The purpose of this amendment was to encourage private investment
in customer-owned renewable energy generation facilities. On November 28, 2011 the Utility
Committee recommended that Council approve modifications to the Electric Service Handbook
(Handbook) to incorporate these new standards. The recommended net energy metering tariff would
codify the monetary compensation payable to customers who deliver energy to the City of Dover,
as outlined in the “Rate” section of the tariff and the Handbook. Additionally, staff recommended
inclusion of a new subsection “4.11 Definitions,” to the Handbook to provide further clarity to the
intent of Section 4. Mr. Lunt explained that these proposed changes would bring the City of Dover
tariff into compliance with the Delaware Code and were approved by Mr. Kirk Betts, Betts and Holt,
LLC, City of Dover utility attorney.
Mr. Lunt advised members that the new provisions outline the exact amount of money that the City
will pay customers who generate more electricity than they use. If customers send energy over the
distribution system, the City will pay them the applicable wholesale rate so that they are still
supporting the cost of the distribution system. He indicated that staff recommended using a rate of
$0.07045 per kWh for the City’s Fiscal 2012 budget year, which is the wholesale power cost
projected for this year. Mr. Lunt stated that this figure was obtained from The Energy Authority’s
reported cost of energy during the month of October.
Mr. Blakeman moved to recommend approval of the revised net energy metering tariff portion
of the Electric Service Handbook and the addition of a new subsection “4.11 Definitions” to
Section 4 of the Handbook, seconded by Mrs. Williams and unanimously carried.
In response to Mr. Blakeman, Mr. Lunt advised members that these proposed revisions were not
included in the Electric Service Handbook Revisions that were scheduled for consideration by City
Council later in the evening; therefore, the changes being discussed would be reviewed by Council
at a subsequent meeting.
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Review of Utility Related Capital Investment Plan (Electric and Water/Wastewater)
(September and October)
Members reviewed Project Tracking Reports, as of September 30, 2011 and October 31, 2011, for
the Utility Related (Electric and Water/Wastewater) Capital Investment Plan (CIP). Mr. Ron Lunt,
Director of Public Utilities, noted that the Route 13 water project is nearing completion and is now
in the checklist and inspection phase. He advised members that the contractor performed some
additional paving over the trench that was created and that the contractor felt that this was an
addition to the contract; staff and the engineering firm that is managing the project disagreed with
that assessment. As result, the contractor issued a change order, which the City has denied.
In response to Mr. Bonar, Mr. Lunt explained that it was originally envisioned that the contractor
would repave all three (3) lanes; however, the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT)
requested that DelDOT be allowed to perform this work under their contract. This project (including
work on handicapped ramps) was taken from the contractor performing the Route 13 water project
and given to DelDOT, including the handicapped ramps. It was Mr. Lunt’s understanding that
paving this entire section of Route 13 would be undertaken by DelDOT in late spring. He noted that
the City will reimburse DelDOT for the portion of the cost of repaving those lanes that the City
disrupted.
Mr. Lunt stated that all other CIP projects are moving forward fairly well.
By unanimous consent, the meeting adjourned at 5:36 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 12, 2011
at 6:01 p.m. with Chairman McGlumphy presiding. Members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Hare,
and Mr. Shevock. Dr. Jones was absent. Members of Council present were Mrs. Russell, Mr. Bonar,
Mr. Hutchison, Mr. Lynn (arrived at 6:12 p.m.), Mrs. Williams, and Council President Leary. Mayor
Carey was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Shevock moved for approval of the agenda, as presented, seconded by Mr. Hare and
unanimously carried.
Proposed Amendment to Personnel Policy - Compensatory Time
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, advised members that with the implementation of ADP, a
simplified, City-wide policy needed to be created for compensatory time (comp time). During a staff
meeting held on July 12, 2011, the general consensus was to eliminate the existing requirement that
comp time be used within 90 days and instead implement a maximum accumulation. Members
reviewed the revised personnel policy language (which included strike-outs for deletions and red font
for additions).
Referring to previous discussions regarding this issue, Mr. Koenig noted that there were concerns
regarding which employees would be affected by comp time provisions. He requested that the
amendments apply to all personnel at the current time. He explained that including all personnel will
allow staff to further the implementation of the time and attendance module of ADP. Mr. Koenig
requested that specific considerations regarding which employees should be affected by the various
provisions related to comp time take place at a later time.
Staff recommended approval of the revisions to Article III, The Pay Plan - Section 9: Overtime, of
the City of Dover Personnel Policy.
Mr. Hare moved to recommend approval of the revisions to Article III, The Pay Plan -
Section 9, Overtime, of the City of Dover Personnel Policy, seconded by Mr. Shevock and
unanimously carried.
Controller/Treasurer’s Briefing on the Activity of the State Communications Tax Review
Group
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, advised members that she was selected by the Mayor to
serve as the City appointee to the State Communications Tax Review Group and, as a result, has
been attending meetings of the Group, which was established by Representative Darryl Scott. She
noted that the goal of the Review Group, as provided in House Joint Resolution 3, was to study and
make recommendations for improving Delaware’s taxes and fees applicable to communications
providers. Members reviewed a listing of the taxes and fees discussed.
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Mrs. Mitchell stated that communications providers are currently billed $38.6M in revenues. The
Review Group has been charged with determining a way to streamline these charges and make them
fair and equitable to communications providers. In reviewing the material provided, she noted that
Verizon made a presentation to the Review Group and explained their concerns regarding Valuation
Issues with Special Betterments (Page 5 of the Presentation). She reviewed the proposed solutions
provided by Verizon (Page 7 of the Presentation).
Mr. Hare relayed his concerns with the City being met with another legislative mandate and his
objection to the City being required to conduct a reassessment at the State’s “whim.” He suggested
that the Chairmen of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee and Utility Committee
meet with representatives of Kent County to determine directions being considered in this regard.
Mrs. Mitchell noted that the property values stated by Verizon varied from the City’s figures and that
it appeared that the figures provided by Verizon did not take into consideration the City’s current
practice of using 100% of the assessed property value when determining taxes, rather than 60% of
the assessed value (which was the City’s former procedure). She noted that Verizon provides the
City with a statement of values each year and that these figures have not been adjusted since the City
converted from 60% to 100%.
No further action was required by the Committee.
Review of Open Forum Rules (Request of Councilmen Anderson and Lynn)
Mrs. Traci McDowell, City Clerk, advised members that in order to provide more opportunities for
citizen input, Councilmen Anderson and Lynn requested a review of the rules regarding the Open
Forum, which is held prior to each regular City Council meeting. Currently, the Open Forum
segment is provided to extend an opportunity to the general public to share their questions, thoughts,
comments, concerns, and complaints. Discussion of any item appearing on the agenda is prohibited
and citizen comments are limited to three (3) minutes. Council is prohibited from taking action on
items brought forth during the Open Forum since they are not in official session; however, they may
schedule such items as regular agenda items and act upon them in the future. Councilmen Anderson
and Lynn indicated they would like to revise these rules to allow public comment on current agenda
items during the Open Forum segment of the meeting. Members reviewed a history of the Open
Forum at Council.
Mr. Anderson reminded members that prior to the initiation of the Open Forum, the only means for
the public to address members of Council was during Quarterly Open Town Meetings and noted that
the Open Forum receives much better participation than the Quarterly Open Town Meetings did.
However, he felt that residents have been discouraged from speaking during the Open Forum since
there is a restriction prohibiting addressing any item on the agenda and individuals are provided only
three (3) minutes each to speak during the Open Forum. Mr. Anderson reminded members that there
have been instances where the “rules were waived” to allow comments during the Open Forum
regarding an item on the agenda and mentioned another instance when the Deputy City Solicitor
indicated that, since Council was not in official session, the rules could not be waived. In order to
eliminate any confusion regarding this matter, he suggested that the restriction against speaking on
an item listed on the agenda for discussion be removed.
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Mr. Lynn stated that, although the City Clerk’s Office does an outstanding job of keeping the public
abreast of issues facing the City of Dover, residents are often unaware of issues until they read an
article in the newspaper and wish to address members of Council on the evening when that issue is
to be discussed. These residents are then precluded from doing so due to the rules of the Open
Forum. It was his feeling that any opportunity for a citizen to voice their opinion to an elected body
is one that should be taken. Mr. Lynn felt that opening up the Open Forum Session to issues on the
agenda could do no harm and would provide an avenue for citizens to address City Council.
Mr. Lynn requested that the rules restricting the topics of the Open Forum Session be amended to
permit citizens to address any and all issues before City Council, with the exception of those items
that are afforded a public hearing.
Mr. Bonar stated his involvement with public comment sessions throughout the State due to his
profession as a facilitator and presiding officer. It was his experience that, generally speaking, there
is apathy about public hearings, despite well advertised opportunities for participation. Mr. Bonar
stated that, since the citizens pay City Council members’ salaries, Council should listen to them and
afford them every opportunity to make their comments known. He also suggested the possibility of
starting the Open Forum earlier and relayed his concurrence with the suggestion to eliminate the
restriction, explaining that someone may bring information forward that members had not thought
of previously.
Although she concurred with Mr. Bonar, Mrs. Williams stated that the 15 minute time provided for
the Open Forum may not be sufficient since many of those that speak do not honor the three (3)
minute time limit. Her concern with the proposal was ensuring fairness, noting that if there were
several individuals wishing to speak during the Open Forum, not all may be afforded the opportunity
since the Regular Council Meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. She felt that it may be necessary to maintain
the restriction, if only to ensure fairness.
Council President Leary advised members that 15 minutes is not practical when there is a “hot” topic
on the agenda; therefore, he felt that the guidelines for the Open Forum should remain as currently
written.
Mr. Shevock relayed concern with allowing only 15 minutes prior to a meeting if there is an item
on the agenda that is highly contested and questioned if members would restrict those who wish to
speak or allow individuals to address members and repeat what has already been shared by another.
He felt that if there is a controversial issue, it would be difficult to allow enough time for everyone
to speak.
Mr. Hare stated no objections to allowing individuals to address members; however, he suggested
that there would be a need to restrict the length of time allotted for each individual to two (2) to three
(3) minutes, particularly if there is a topic that several citizens wish to address.
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Mr. Lynn felt that the public’s right to address an elected body is precious and should be protected.
If there are residents who leave disappointed because there was not enough time to allow everyone
to speak, that would be acceptable to him as long as some were given the opportunity to address the
issue. He felt that this would at least demonstrate that City Council was making an effort to allow
the public to address members.
Mr. Bonar indicated that it has been his practice to request that a representative be selected to speak
on behalf of those who have the same view and that the others can submit written testimony. He also
stated the importance of restricting comments to three (3) minutes.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend that the Open Forum rules be revised to allow discussion of
agenda items, with the exception of public hearing items. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare.
Mr. Shevock questioned if Council would require that a spokesperson be appointed if there was a
large group of people wishing to speak regarding a particular item, rather than having each individual
speak.
Responding, Mrs. Williams explained the difficulty of selecting a spokesperson since individuals
do not always have the same feelings regarding a particular issue. In addition, she relayed concern
about recent public hearings (regarding the new Library) when individuals who spoke were not
citizens of the City of Dover. Although she wished to obtain the maximum amount of information
possible, she felt that the opinions of the citizens of Dover should be given priority and did not wish
to hear from anyone other than a citizen of the City regarding City issues.
Mr. Hare felt that, in addition to citizens, property and business owners who may not be residents
should also be given priority to speak.
In response to Mrs. Williams, Mr. Lynn stated that there have been instances during his tenure when
individuals were allowed to address members of Council without consideration as to their residence,
most recently a hotel tax proposal.
Responding to concerns of Mr. Shevock, Mr. Lynn stated that members would need to consider each
matter on a “case by case” basis to determine if a special meeting is necessary to allow ample time
for all public testimony. He noted several instances when Kent County Levy Court had to schedule
such meetings and special hearings. He felt confident that the City could plan accordingly for any
“hot” topics. He explained his concern is with “Joe Citizen” reading an article in the morning
newspaper about an issue that Council will be considering later in the evening and providing him
the opportunity to address members.
Mrs. Williams relayed concerns with the comparison made between City Council and Kent County
Levy Court, noting that Kent County is partisan, several individuals that speak before Levy Court
are lobbyists, and Levy Court Commissioners are reimbursed for their time at an annual salary that
exceeds $24,000. She noted that many of the Levy Court Meetings extend past midnight. She
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explained that City Council is not the same type of body as Kent County Levy Court. She suggested
that before members consider changing the current format for the Open Forum Segment, they
research the matter to determine if any change would maintain the same level of fairness.
Dr. McGlumphy noted that when the Open Forum Segment was originally proposed, it was initiated
on a trial basis. He suggested eliminating the prohibition against discussion on any matter listed on
the agenda on a trial basis. He assured members that if it was determined that the change causes
problems, members of Council could consider additional changes in the future.
The motion to recommend that the Open Forum rules be revised to allow discussion of agenda
items, with the exception of public hearing items, was unanimously carried.
United Networks of America Letter of Agreement
Mr. Scott Koenig, City Manager, reminded members that during the months of September and
October, the Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee and City Council reviewed a
proposal from United Networks of America for a Health Discount Card Program. (Copies of those
meeting minutes were reviewed by members.) Based on the approval of City Council, United
Networks of America provided staff with a Letter of Agreement. Mr. Koenig noted that the Letter
of Agreement was not a part of the initial review; therefore, it was felt that Council should be aware
of this condition before the agreement was executed. He advised members that this was an exclusive
agreement for a two (2) year period. City staff was previously under the impression that the City
would have almost no involvement in the program. While it did not appear that the City would have
significant involvement, there were sponsorship requirements that must be met by the City of Dover.
Mr. Koenig stated that it did not appear these requirements would be labor intensive; however, he
noted that staff was not in a position to take on additional responsibilities at this time. He reminded
members that Kent County sponsors a similar program and all City residents qualify for the Kent
County Program.
Mr. Koenig noted that Mr. Anderson provided an email dated December 12, 2011, from
Mr. Allan Caan, Program Development Director with United Networks of America, for
consideration (Attachment #1).
Mr. Koenig explained that although the City of Dover would be a sponsor of the program, the City
would not be directly involved in the execution of the program or work daily with the program. His
concern developed once he read the documents that led him to believe, from a contractual standpoint,
the City of Dover would have obligations. He stated that he is prepared to execute the Letter of
Agreement should the Committee and Council so desire.
Staff recommended, if Council reaffirmed their support for the Health Discount Card Program, that
the City Manager be authorized to sign the agreement as presented.
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Responding to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Koenig stated his understanding that individuals who have health
care insurance would not utilize the health discount card since their health insurance provides a
different level of coverage than that provided by the discount card. The health discount card
program is for those who are currently not covered by health care insurance. With regard to any
monies provided to the City, Mr. Koenig stated that the Letter of Agreement indicates that “United
Networks of America is under no obligation to pay the rebate to the sponsor if for any reasons these
funds are not made available to United Networks of America;” therefore, such funds may or may not
be received by the City.
Mr. Anderson stated that the Letter of Agreement is to indicate the intention of United Networks of
America to provide funds to the City and, in return, to request that no competing program be utilized
during the City’s participation. However, should the City find a better program or wish to cancel
the program for any reason, the City can cancel after providing 60 days notice.
Mr. Shevock questioned the need for the City to become involved in such a program when a similar
program is currently offered by Kent County.
Mr. Lynn noted that there is a clause in the Agreement that indicates that either party may terminate
the Agreement without cause by providing a 30-day written notice. If at any point the City was not
pleased with the program, he stated that there is the ability to cancel. His only concern was that there
was no accounting provision and if any questions arose about the receipt of the City’s portion of the
funds, there was no mechanism in the Agreement that would allow the City to request documents
related to accounting. However, Mr. Lynn felt that the City should move forward, particularly
considering that there was an opportunity to receive revenue. He suggested that the City Solicitor’s
Office negotiate and/or add language that provides the City the right to request accounting
documents to make sure this is an “arms length” transaction, that United Networks of America is
performing as required, and that the City is receiving any monies due.
In response to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Anderson stated that the City’s Program would differ from the
Program offered by Kent County since the City’s Program would provide larger discounts to those
without prescription insurance and also provide vision care.
Responding to Dr. McGlumphy, Mr. Koenig stated that the Letter of Agreement had been reviewed
by the Deputy City Solicitor; however, the accounting concerns had not been raised as an issue.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend tabling the Letter of Agreement with United Networks
of America until such time that some type of accounting assurance is provided to the City. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried.
Public Comment Period
There was no one present wishing to speak during the public comment period.
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Mr. Hare moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 6:56 P.M.
William P. McGlumphy
Chairman
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Attachments to Original and File Copy
Attachment #1 - Email dated December 12, 2011, from Mr. Allan Caan, Program Development Director with United
Networks of America
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CITY OF DOVER
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY BUDGET REPORT
NOVEMBER 2011
PREPARED BY: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
PLEASE NOTE – THIS REPORT PROVIDES TOP LINE INFORMATION ON THE THREE MAJOR
OPERATING FUNDS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE FEEL
FREE TO CONTACT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Budget Report
November 2011
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Strategic Objectives for Fiscal Year 2011 – 2012
1. Coordinate audit program with the Legislative, Finance & Administrative Committee.
2. Fortis training and implementation for Payroll and Accounts Payable.
3. Each Staff Member will take three in-house Sungard training sessions.
ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY11 YTD FY12 YTD
BANK TRENDS
Number of Deposits Made 1,334 1,065
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 69,674,078 $ 55,414,468
PAYROLL
Hours % Amount Hours % Amount
Gross wages per registers 387,497 100.0% $ 8,612,655 380,943 100.0% $ 8,925,870
Wages and Hours Worked
Regular 322,954 83.3% $ 6,853,965 322,411 84.6% $ 6,996,030
All over time 14,629 3.8% $ 621,584 14,290 3.8% $ 666,736
Other Paid or Unpaid Wages and Hours
Vacation 25,181 6.5% $ 640,769 24,330 6.4% $ 633,895
Sick 7,358 1.9% $ 170,218 10,536 2.8% $ 274,280
Furlough (July 2010) 1,482 0.4% $ - - 0.0% $ -
Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout 2,727 0.7% $ 76,729 4,015 1.1% $ 162,428
Comp Time (Police) 2,978 0.8% $ 93,438 3,996 1.0% $ 120,026
Personal 337 0.1% $ 10,017 333 0.1% $ 9,107
Leave Without Pay 2,190 0.6% $ - - 0.0% $ -
Other (description below) 7,640 2.0% $ 145,936 1,032 0.3% $ 63,368
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 4,537 4,276
Number of Pension Checks Issued 1,191 1,195
Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 1,890,383 $ 1,943,994
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 2,680 2,643
Number of EFT Vouchers 865 919
Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 39,055,939 $ 36,868,351
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2011
General Fund Summary
33% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (Unaudited) $ 3,322,305 $ 3,433,243 $ (110,938) 103.3%
Revenues
Court of Chancery Fees 690,000 199,700 490,300 28.9%
Fines & Police Revenues 939,000 293,892 645,108 31.3%
Franchise Fees 520,000 82,732 437,268 15.9%
Grants 753,500 112,108 641,392 14.9%
Intrafund Services 4,359,171 1,246,385 3,112,786 28.6%
Library & Recreation Revenues 587,000 263,797 323,203 44.9%
Licenses & Permits 2,457,675 1,704,046 753,629 69.3%
Property Taxes (Includes BID Revenue) (1) 11,185,188 10,671,145 514,043 95.4%
Sanitation Revenues 2,050,000 661,626 1,388,374 32.3%
Other Miscellaneous Revenues 381,650 51,717 329,933 13.6%
Garrison Farm Rent Revenue 87,000 27,500 59,500 31.6%
Transfers-In from Special Funds & Utilities
Civil Traffic Penalties 1,000,000 235,815 764,185 23.6%
Municipal Street Aid Fund 526,814 263,521 263,293 50.0%
Transfer Taxes 900,000 806,731 93,269 89.6%
Water/Wastewater Fund 424,508 - 424,508 0.0%
Electric Fund 7,876,288 - 7,876,288 0.0%
Total Revenues 34,737,794 16,620,715 18,117,079 47.8%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 38,060,099 $ 20,053,958 $ 18,006,141 52.7%
Expenditures
City Clerk & Council $ 417,092 $ 112,137 $ 304,955 26.9%
Mayor, City Manager & Human Resources 1,088,039 319,323 768,716 29.3%
Police & Police Extra Duty 13,386,407 3,796,851 9,589,556 28.4%
Public Services 4,566,400 1,487,855 3,078,545 32.6%
Central Services 2,341,454 751,710 1,589,744 32.1%
Planning & Inspections 1,934,120 568,740 1,365,380 29.4%
Finance, Info Tech & Customer Services 2,466,266 760,618 1,705,648 30.8%
Library & Recreation 1,948,788 586,193 1,362,595 30.1%
Fire Department 684,725 251,837 432,888 36.8%
Assessor 213,175 57,316 155,859 26.9%
Insurance 550,000 122,726 427,274 22.3%
OPEB - Retiree’s Health Care Contribution 1,374,709 343,677 1,031,032 25.0%
Police Pension Trust Contribution - State Grant 620,000 - 620,000 0.0%
Appropriation to Pension Fund 1,545,000 457,500 1,087,500 29.6%
Street Lights 960,000 336,213 623,787 35.0%
Debt Service 327,270 303,400 23,870 92.7%
Provision for Uncollectible 10,000 10,000 - 100.0%
Transfers Out
Capital Asset Reserve 200,000 200,000 - 100.0%
Capital Projects Fund 623,847 623,847 - 100.0%
Total Expenditures 35,257,292 11,089,943 24,167,349 31.5%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 2,802,807 - 2,802,807 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 38,060,099 $ 11,089,943 $ 26,970,156 29.1%
Reserve Balances
Contingency $ 725,554 $ 716,139
(1) Property Taxes are the taxes billed and not cash received. The outstanding receivable balance as of 10/31/11 is $1,012,080.04
as compared to $922,234.38 in October 2010.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2011
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
33% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water (Unaudited) $ 2,385,027 $ 2,567,172 $ (182,145) 107.6%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater (Unaudited) $ 1,741,242 $ 1,921,077 $ (179,835) 110.3%
Beginning Balance - Kent County Treatment (Unaudited) $ (1,757,484) $ (1,243,243) $ (514,241) 70.7%
Revenues
Water Fees 4,603,400 1,844,498 2,758,902 40.1%
Wastewater Fees 3,756,700 1,346,343 2,410,357 35.8%
Kent County Treatment Fees 3,090,900 1,115,477 1,975,423 36.1%
Ground Water Adjustment Fees 1,386,900 431,727 955,173 31.1%
Water Tank Leases 307,600 59,627 247,973 19.4%
Miscellaneous 85,800 33,468 52,332 39.0%
Impact Fees - Water 323,000 138,700 184,300 42.9%
Impact Fees - Wastewater 357,000 153,300 203,700 42.9%
Total Revenues 13,911,300 5,123,140 8,788,160 36.8%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 16,280,085 $ 8,368,146 $ 7,911,939 51.4%
Expenses
Water/Wastewater Operating Divisions
Engineering & Inspection $ 622,230 $ 140,622 $ 481,608 22.6%
Water 382,655 117,705 264,950 30.8%
Water Treatment Plant 1,543,114 426,872 1,116,242 27.7%
Wastewater 959,735 272,214 687,521 28.4%
Construction & Inspection 440,088 115,034 325,054 26.1%
Kent County Treatment Fees 4,235,400 1,221,934 3,013,466 28.9%
Intrafund Services 1,228,596 330,129 898,467 26.9%
OPEB - Retiree’s Health Care Contribution 190,830 47,708 143,122 25.0%
Pension Unfunded Liability 228,400 57,100 171,300 25.0%
Debt Service 736,936 165,272 571,664 22.4%
Inventory/Fixed Asset Write-offs 10,000 10,000 - 100.0%
Transfers Out
General Fund 424,508 - 424,508 0.0%
Uncollectible Reserve 5,000 5,000 - 100.0%
Contingency Reserve 8,000 8,000 - 100.0%
Water I & E Fund 750,000 300,000 450,000 40.0%
Wastewater I & E Fund 1,000,000 450,000 550,000 45.0%
Capital Asset Reserve - Water 100,000 100,000 - 100.0%
Capital Asset Reserve - Wastewater 300,000 300,000 - 100.0%
Impact Fee Reserve - Water 36,147 - 36,147 0.0%
Total Expenses 13,201,639 4,067,590 9,134,049 30.8%
Budget Balances
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 2,738,400 - 2,738,400 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - WW 1,855,130 - 1,855,130 0.0%
Budget Balance-Working Capital - KSA (1,515,084) - (1,515,084) 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 3,078,446 - 3,078,446 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 16,280,085 $ 4,067,590 $ 12,212,495 25.0%
Reserve Balances
Contingency-Water $ 130,696 $ 101,173
Contingency-Wastewater $ 146,149 $ 184,086
Impact Fee Reserve - Sewer NO BUDGET $ 3,341,661
Impact Fee Reserve - Water NO BUDGET $ 380,193
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.20) 5.39 9.78
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2011
Electric Revenue Fund Summary
33% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (Unaudited) $ 11,867,003 $ 13,172,989 $ (1,305,986) 111.0%
Revenues
Sales to Customers 95,675,500 37,380,482 58,295,018 39.1%
Purchased Power Adjustment - Credit (6,012,000) (2,380,023) (3,631,977) 39.6%
Utility Tax 1,966,100 594,868 1,371,232 30.3%
Weyandt Hall Rents 225,000 48,855 176,145 21.7%
Miscellaneous Revenues 1,048,000 600,179 447,821 57.3%
Interest Earned 264,900 59,083 205,817 22.3%
Transfer from Rate Stabilization 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 100.0%
Intrafund Service Receipts Water/Wastewater 240,203 50,862 189,341 21.2%
Total Revenues 94,407,703 37,354,306 57,053,397 39.6%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 106,274,706 $ 50,527,295 $ 55,747,411 47.5%
Expenses
Power Supply & Generation
Power Supply $ 42,047,430 $ 16,250,159 $ 25,797,271 38.6%
Power Supply Management/Incentive 1,170,000 332,000 838,000 28.4%
Capacity Charges 8,506,512 2,836,678 5,669,834 33.3%
PJM Charges - Load 15,043,396 5,060,241 9,983,155 33.6%
Total Power Supply 66,767,338 24,479,078 42,288,260 36.7%
Plant Operations 5,964,817 1,742,569 (1,742,569) 29.2%
Generation Fuels 664,641 1,355,251 (1,355,251) 203.9%
Capacity Credits (7,388,283) (2,135,237) 2,135,237 28.9%
PJM Credits (1,285,675) (3,258,311) 3,258,311 253.4%
Total Generation (2,044,500) (2,295,728) 251,228 112.3%
Total Power Supply & Plant 64,722,838 22,183,350 42,539,488 34.3%
Electric Operating Divisions:
Transmission/Distribution 3,162,026 879,048 2,282,978 27.8%
Electrical Engineering 1,177,060 291,191 885,869 24.7%
Administration 602,715 168,221 434,494 27.9%
Meter Reading 215,208 64,117 151,091 29.8%
Systems Operations 473,895 144,336 329,559 30.5%
Intrafund Services 3,370,778 967,118 2,403,660 28.7%
Utility Tax 1,966,100 591,858 1,374,242 30.1%
OPEB Trust Contribution - Unfunded Liability 1,115,300 - 1,115,300 0.0%
OPEB - Retirees Health Care Contribution 646,510 161,628 484,882 25.0%
Pension Trust Contribution - Unfunded liability 1,110,500 277,625 832,875 25.0%
Interest on Deposits 54,500 7,936 46,564 14.6%
Green Energy Payment to DEMEC 129,000 49,480 79,520 38.4%
Accounts Receivable Write-Offs 150,000 150,000 - 100.0%
Inventory Write-Offs 175,000 175,000 - 100.0%
Contractual Services Power Supply 115,000 - 115,000 0.0%
Debt Service 3,336,800 1,123,856 2,212,944 33.7%
Transfers Out:
General Fund 7,876,288 - 7,876,288 0.0%
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund 3,500,000 - 3,500,000 0.0%
Total Expenses 93,899,518 27,234,764 66,664,754 29.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 12,375,188 - 12,375,188 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 106,274,706 $ 27,234,764 $ 79,039,942 25.6%
Reserve Balances
Contingency Reserve $ 1,110,496 $ 1,063,310
Insurance Reserve $ 350,000 $ 405,632
Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 5,406,419 $ 5,193,771
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.25) 2.07 10.12
Megawatt Hours Sold & Purchased
Sales to Customers MWh (excluding Street Light MWh) 707,536 277,705
Sales per MWh $ 129.688 $ 128.356
Purchased/Generated MWh 738,215 273,366
All In MWh Supply & Generation $ 87.675 $ 81.149
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – November 2011
General Capital Project Fund Summary
Revised 42% of
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Projects (Unaudited) $ 195,191 $ 195,191 $ 337,354 $ (142,163) 172.8%
Beginning Balance - Library $ - $ 100,962 $ - $ 100,962 0.0%
Revenues
Transfer from General Fund for Projects 623,847 623,847 623,847 - 100.0%
State Grant - Library 5,597,505 7,422,183 666,105 6,756,078 9.0%
Library Bond Issue/Contributions 2,334,889 4,184,961 500,000 3,684,961 11.9%
Loan Proceeds - Street Projects & City Hall (1) 2,000,000 2,000,000 - 2,000,000 0.0%
Transfer from Library Reserve 3,262,615 2,590,784 - 2,590,784 0.0%
Interest Earnings 10,900 10,900 6,028 4,872 55.3%
Total Revenues 13,829,756 16,832,675 1,795,980 15,036,695 10.7%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenue $ 14,024,947 $ 17,128,828 $ 2,133,334 $ 14,995,494 12.5%
Expenditures
Fire $ 244,820 $ 244,820 $ 216,794 $ 28,026 88.6%
Library 11,195,009 14,298,890 2,038,137 12,260,753 14.3%
Recreation 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0%
Police 65,000 65,000 - 65,000 0.0%
Streets (1) 1,230,027 230,027 - 230,027 0.0%
Sanitation 136,500 136,500 - 136,500 0.0%
Information Technology 6,400 6,400 - 6,400 0.0%
Facilities Management - 220,000 - 220,000 0.0%
Loan Issuance Costs - 30,000 - 30,000 0.0%
Transfer Out to CT Fund-Streets - 1,750,000 - 1,750,000 0.0%
Total Expenditures 12,907,756 17,011,637 2,254,931 14,756,706 13.3%
Budget Balance - Bond Proceeds 1,000,000 - - - 0.0%
Budget Balance - Projects 117,191 117,191 - 117,191 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenditures $ 14,024,947 $ 17,128,828 $ 2,254,931 $ 14,873,897 13.2%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement Reserve $ 464,145 $ 460,920 $ 484,174
Library Reserve $ - $ 2,590,784 $ 2,594,860
Parkland/Recreation $ 197,272 $ 201,422 $ 198,128
(1) Street program - Budget includes $2 million for street repaving and City Hall improvements to be completed over two years (FY12 & FY13).
Will be funded by bond issue or commercial bank loan.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2011
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
33% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance - Water (Unaudited) $ 1,139,872 $ 1,636,694 $ (496,822) 143.6%
Beginning Balance - Wastewater (Unaudited) $ 303,476 $ 784,850 $ (481,374) 258.6%
Revenues
Interest Earned - 9,518 (9,518) 0.0%
State Loan-Wastewater 1,800,000 787,433 1,012,567 43.7%
Transfer from Water Operating Fund for Water 750,000 300,000 450,000 40.0%
Transfer from Wastewater Operating Fund for Wastewater 1,000,000 450,000 550,000 45.0%
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve - Wastewater 262,840 760,270 (497,430) 289.3%
Total Revenues 3,812,840 2,577,160 1,235,680 67.6%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 5,256,188 $ 4,998,704 $ 257,484 95.1%
Expenses
Water $ 766,240 $ 1,505,191 $ (738,951) 196.4%
Wastewater 3,404,900 572,184 2,832,716 16.8%
Water Treatment Plant 22,900 - 22,900 0.0%
Water Construction 30,100 - 30,100 0.0%
Total Expenses 4,224,140 2,077,375 2,146,765 49.2%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Water 1,070,632 - 1,070,632 0.0%
Budget Balance - Working Capital - Wastewater (38,584) - (38,584) 0.0%
Total Budget Balances 1,032,048 - 1,032,048 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 5,256,188 $ 2,077,375 $ 3,178,813 39.5%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement - Water $ 452,146 $ 424,111
Capital Asset Replacement - Wastewater $ 473,524 $ 470,326
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – October 2011
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
33% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (Unaudited) $ 2,561,096 $ 3,175,375 $ (614,279) 124.0%
Revenues
Interest Earnings 38,400 8,833 29,567 23.0%
Transfer from Electric Revenue Fund 3,500,000 - 3,500,000 0.0%
Transfer from Insurance Stabilization 70,730 70,730 - 100.0%
Transfer from Depreciation Reserve 300,000 300,000 - 100.0%
Total Revenues 3,909,130 379,563 3,529,567 9.7%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 6,470,226 $ 3,554,938 $ 2,915,288 54.9%
Expenses
Power Plant $ 1,810,410 $ 141,881 $ 1,668,529 7.8%
Transmission/Distribution 648,337 193,737 454,600 29.9%
Electrical Engineering 1,790,716 715,272 1,075,444 39.9%
Meter Reading 20,000 - 20,000 0.0%
Total Expenses 4,269,463 1,050,890 3,218,573 24.6%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 2,200,763 - 2,200,763 0.0%
Total Budget Balance & Expenses $ 6,470,226 $ 1,050,890 $ 5,419,336 16.2%
Reserve Balances
Depreciation Reserve $ 10,018,155 $ 9,674,304
Future Capacity Reserve $ 10,073,428 $ 9,736,775
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – November 2011
Community Transportation Improvement Fund
Revised 42% of
Budget Budget YTD Balance Budget
Beginning Balance (Unaudited) $ 312,651 $ 312,651 $ 435,159 $ (122,508) 139.2%
Revenues
Grants Revenue 1,900,000 1,900,000 132,814 1,767,186 7.0%
Transfer In Loan Proceeds - 1,750,000 - 1,750,000 0.0%
Interest Earned 2,800 2,800 192 2,608 6.9%
Total Revenues 1,902,800 3,652,800 133,006 3,519,794 3.6%
Total Beginning Balance & Revenues $ 2,215,451 $ 3,965,451 $ 568,165 $ 3,397,286 14.3%
Expenses
Program Expenses $ 2,200,000 $ 3,075,000 $ 16,979 $ 3,058,021 0.6%
Total Expenses 2,200,000 3,075,000 16,979 3,058,021 0.6%
Budget Balance - Working Capital 15,451 890,451 - 890,451 0.0%
Total Budget Balances & Expenses $ 2,215,451 $ 3,965,451 $ 16,979 $ 3,948,472 0.4%
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CITY OF DOVER
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
COMBINING STATEMENT OF REVENUES, EXPENDITURES
AND CHANGES IN UNRESERVED FUND
PERIOD ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2011
CDBG/NSP SUBSTANCE
POLICE LIBRARY HOUSING ABUSE PREV.
GRANTS GRANTS (2) GRANTS GRANT (1) TOTALS
REVENUES:
State Grants received $ 39,968 $ - $ - $ 14,055 $ 54,023
Federal Grants received 49,637 1,280 3,564 - 54,481
Recreation revenue - - - 2,247 2,247
Investment income (loss) 141 - - - 141
TOTAL REVENUES $ 89,746 $ 1,280 $ 3,564 $ 16,302 $ 110,892
EXPENDITURES:
Program expenditures $ 242,524 $ 56,563 $ 50,118 $ 46,352 $ 395,557
Program expenditures - CDBG - - 74,204 - 74,204
TOTAL EXPENDITURES $ 242,524 $ 56,563 $ 124,322 $ 46,352 $ 469,761
Excess (deficiency) of revenues over
expenditures $ (152,778) $ (55,283) $ (120,758) $ (30,050) $ (358,869)
Other financing sources (uses):
Operating transfers-out (20,448) - - - (20,448)
Excess (deficiency) of revenues and
other financing sources over
expenditures & other uses $ (173,226) $ (55,283) $ (120,758) $ (30,050) $ (379,317)
UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE
AT BEGINNING OF YEAR $ 415,403 $ 47,472 $ 73,368 $ 16,326 $ 552,569
UNRESERVED FUND BALANCE
AT END OF PERIOD $ 242,177 $ (7,811) $ (47,390) $ (13,724) $ 173,252
Notes:
(1) Substance Abuse Prev. Grant: This grant is on a reimbursement basis.
(2) Library Grants Library personnel were not able to expend all of the grant in FY
2011. A letter was written by the Department Head requesting
permission to spend the grant out in FY 2012.
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Dover Police Department
Monthly Report
To
Mayor & City Council
“To Protect and Serve”
November 2011
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December 15, 2011
Honorable Carleton E. Carey, Sr., Mayor
Members of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Carey and Council Members:
The following is the report on Police Department activities for the month of November 2011:
COMPLAINTS
Total complaints received through November 30th, 36,000 31,150 31,692
numbered 31,692. This is an increase of 542 27,466 27,087
complaints over the same time period for last year. 30,000 26,046
24,000
18,000
12,000
6,000
0
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
12
12
Cases Reported in
November
8
Cases Cleared in
4 3 3 November
4 Cases Cleared from
2 1
1 Previous Months
0 0
0
Burglary Robbery Rape
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Report to Mayor and Council
November 2011
Page 2
QUALITY OF LIFE TASK SECTION
ENFORCEMENT ACTION ARRESTS
ABANDONED VEHICLES 0
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS/DUI’S 1
ASSIST OTHER 0
WARRANTS ON FILE 1
BIKE ON SIDEWALK 0
CITY PARK VIOLATIONS 0
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 1
DRUG RELATED ARRESTS 0
LOUD MUSIC 0
MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS 4
PARKING VIOLATIONS 4
PEDDLER 0
MEETINGS 49
PROSTITUTION 0
COLLECTION OF DELINQUENT DCO’S 0
WANTED CHECKS/CPC’S 13
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 61
WARNINGS 21
FUGITIVE 0
TOTAL ARRESTS 155
24,000 17,974 17,033 18,525 19,126 17,712
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 20,000
16,000
The department issued 17,712 traffic citations through this
reporting period. This is a decrease of 1,414 citations over the 12,000
number issued during the same period last year. 8,000
4,000
0
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
TRAFFIC CRASHES
Through November 30th, Dover Police investigated 1,638 traffic crashes. This is an decrease of 35 accidents investigated during
the same period last year.
2,400
1,943 1,831
2,000 1,731 1,673 1,638
1,600
1,200
800
400
0
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
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Report to Mayor and Council
November 2011
Page 3
2%
911 CENTER
7% During the month of November, our 911 Center
handled a total of 10,009 calls averaging 334 calls per
VoIP
day. Dispatchers handled 2,664 calls on the 911
27% 911 Landline
wireless lines, an average of 89 calls per day, 746 calls
911 Wireless on the 911 landlines, an average of 25 calls per day,
Administrative and 161 calls on the Voice Over Internet Protocol lines
64% an average of 6 calls per day.
CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS 12,000
10,000 8,356 7,711 7,765
Through November 30th, we issued 7,765 city ordinance 6,834 7,169
summons, an increase of 569 summons over November of 8,000 6,087 5,321 4,963
last year. *Note: of those summonses issued in 6,000 4,649 4,682
November, 22 were issued for handicapped parking
violations, 6 for fire lane parking violations, 86 for false 4,000
alarms (50 for 3-5 alarms, 21 for 6-9 alarms, 14 for 10-15 2,000
alarms, and 1 for 16 or more alarms) and 10 for noise
0
violations (5 for vehicle violations and 5 for residence
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
violations).
ISSUED PAID
Listed below are the major crimes and activities that occurred during the month of November:
• On Monday, October 31, 2011 at 2145 hours, a 43 year old female victim was shot in the foot as she was standing on
Reed Street, west of South New Street. She is unaware of who may have shot her but said that a white SUV drove past
her when she heard approximately 4-5 gunshots. The victim was treated and released from BayHealth.
• On Wednesday, November 2, 2011, a 17 year old subject was arrested in connection with four residential burglaries in
the northwest section of the city. The burglaries occurred on Gristmill Drive on September 19th, on Heritage Drive on
September 29th, on Ironwood Circle on September 29th and on Woodcrest Drive on October 27th. An additional
warrant was obtained for a second 17 year old involved as well for his participation in the burglaries.
• Between Tuesday, November 1, 2011 and Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at 1830-0245 hours, an unknown subject
forced entry into a residence on South Halsey Road. Once inside, the subject removed various sterling silver pieces
and an undetermined amount of cash.
• After a lengthy investigation on Thursday, November 3, 2011, the Dover Detectives arrested the owner/operator of
Blue Skyz Travel for numerous counts of theft. The investigation revealed that she entered into an agreement with a
group of fourteen individuals to book a cruise through Carnival Cruise Line. The victims were advised that the cruise
was to set sail in August 2011. The fourteen victims made combined payments of over $24,000.00 that were deposited
into bank accounts that the subject had provided, thereby defrauding the victims of their trip and money.
• On Friday, November 4, 2011 at 0120 hours, two males entered a victim’s residence through an unsecured front door.
Both subjects were wearing hooded sweatshirts over their heads. The two subjects confronted the two roommate
victims, ages 37 and 26, and assaulted them. They removed an undetermined amount of cash, an XBox and a DVD
player which were both later recovered outside. One victim sustained a laceration to his head and the other suffered a
broken jaw and contusions. The suspects fled on foot in an unknown direction.
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November 2011
Page 4
• On Saturday, November 10, 2011 at 2146 hours, Dover Officers attempted to contact a subject for loitering on River
Road. The subject fled on foot from the officers who subsequently apprehended him. The subject dropped a loaded
.357 magnum revolver during the foot pursuit. It was recovered by the officers.
• The Drugs, Vice and Organized Crime Unit arrested a man for weapons and drug charges as well as a female for drug
charges. The investigation began after a routine vehicle stop on Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 2100 hours. The
female driver was found to have a suspended driver's license. Subsequent investigation revealed that she and her
passenger were in possession of numerous prescription medications and marijuana. The male was found to possess a
butterfly knife.
• The Dover Detectives investigated a burglary that occurred in a residence at White Oak Condominiums. The burglary
occurred between Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at 2000 hours and Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 1000 hours. The
subject entered through a rear sliding door and removed firearms and money from the victim’s residence before fleeing
undetected.
• On Tuesday, November 15, 2011, officers of the Youth Division obtained a warrant for a subject residing on Webbs
Lane, after she allowed her 9 year old son to drive to school. The subject was a passenger in the 1990 Toyota Corolla
during the ¼ mile drive from her residence to W. Reilly Brown Elementary School. After a witness observed the child
exit the driver’s seat in the parking lot, school authorities were notified and the police were contacted.
• On Sunday, November 20, 2011, at 0117 hours, Dover Officers responded to a large crowd at a restaurant and bar
located at Loockerman and State Streets. Numerous fights ensued. As Dover Officers were attempting to clear the
crowd, an onlooker noticed a man with a gun. Officers were able to locate the subject, who was later identified as a 19
year old, and took him into custody. Officers located a loaded .38 caliber revolver concealed in his waistband, a 4”
knife and 55 grams of marijuana in his pockets. As this arrest was taking place, Dover Officers were dispatched to a
reported shooting at South Queen and Reed Streets. Numerous callers reported multiple shots fired. The victim could
not be located; however, Dover Officers located a subject hiding in a back yard in the unit block of South Queen Street.
That subject, also later identified as a 26 year old male, was in possession of a 9mm UZI assault weapon which had 25
rounds of 9mm ammunition in the magazine. The victim of the shooting, a 21 year old male, responded to Kent
General Hospital later that day and was treated and released for a minor gunshot wound to the left foot. The subject
who was already in custody for the weapons charges, was also charged with the shooting. Further investigation
revealed he was prohibited from possessing a weapon or ammunition. It was also learned that the UZI was stolen from
New Castle County.
• On Monday, November 21, 2011, a subject was arrested for a burglary which occurred at his father’s residence located
on White Oak Road on Wednesday, November 9, 2011. The subject entered through a faulty sliding glass door, and
once inside, removed money and two firearms. He then fled through the front door.
• On Thursday, November 24, 2011, between 1700 – 2300 hours, an unknown suspect forced entry into the front door of
the victim’s residence located on South Little Creek Road while they were not home. Once inside, the suspect removed
various jewelry including gold bracelets, rings, necklaces, and earrings. The subject fled in an unknown direction.
• On Sunday, January 1, 2012, the Dover Police Department will begin enforcement of parking violators who fail to pay
their tickets. The department has purchased three (3) Vehicle Immobilization Devices, also known as Parking Boots. If
five (5) or more violations have been issued to a vehicle and those violations are more than 30 days past due, or if the
accumulated unpaid violations exceed more than $200.00, the vehicle shall be subject to immobilization by the parking
boot. Furthermore, any vehicle remaining immobilized and not released for 120 hours may be towed and impounded at
the direction of a police officer or parking enforcement employee. Additional costs of $50.00 will be applied to have
the parking boot removed. Any tampering with the parking boot will result in an additional $500.00 fine and/or
criminal charges assessed should the device be damaged. Operators will also see a large red warning notice affixed to
the driver’s window notifying them of the immobilization as well as instructions on whom to contact to have it
removed. As a courtesy, the Dover Police Department is encouraging anyone who has outstanding parking violations
to come into the police department before Sunday, January 1, 2012 to make restitution. Currently, there are over 200
citizens who owe more than $200.00 in outstanding violations.
Respectfully Submitted,
James E. Hosfelt, Jr.
Chief of Police
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Monthly Report
November 2011
Office of City Assessor
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Assessor’s Monthly Report
Number of Deeds Stamped for Transfer Tax Dollar Amount for
the Month of Nov. 2010/2011 the Month of Nov. 2010/2011
34 $40
$28
Thousands
35 25 $22
30
25 $15
20 13 15 $20
$7 $0 $6
15 5 5 $4 $6
10 1 1 1 0 2010 2010
5 $0
0
2011 2011
First Time Buyer for Month of Nov. 2010/2011 Realty Property
November 2010/2011 Sales in Dollars Received Prior to
15 Recording
15 13
$5
Res. Non‐First $5
Millions
Time Buyers $4
10 $3 $1 $2
$2 $1 $1 $1
5 5 Res. First Time 2010 $1 $0$0
5 Buyers $0
2011
0
2010 2011
Major Updates
Sept ‐ 11 Oct ‐ 11 Nov ‐ 11
Assessment Change $1,311,900 $44,300 $ 7,200
Residential Sales Ratio Report
Sales in Study Total Assessed Value Total Sale Pric e Ratio PRD
14 $2,278,600 1,931,210 1.18 1.19
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 Monthly 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.
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City of Dover Sales Ratio Report for November 2011
PARID Address Total Assessed Value Sales DT Sales Price ASR
ED05‐085.08‐01‐96.00 77 LYNNHAVEN DR $ 206,200 8‐Nov‐11 $150,000 1.37
ED05‐068.10‐01‐40.00 774 MILLER DR $ 147,700 9‐Nov‐11 $106,000 1.39
ED05‐068.14‐05‐86.000‐053 1001 WHITE OAK RD J21 $ 37,800 10‐Nov‐11 $52,000 0.73
ED05‐077.14‐01‐37.00 90 LAUREL DR $ 246,100 22‐Nov‐11 $180,000 1.37
ED05‐076.03‐05‐96.00 26 BRITTINGHAM DR $ 206,500 22‐Nov‐11 $160,000 1.29
ED05‐076.20‐03‐45.00 567 WESTWOOD DR $ 189,600 16‐Nov‐11 $178,000 1.07
ED05‐085.12‐04‐14.00 321 MAYBERRY LN $ 187,500 16‐Nov‐11 $137,000 1.37
ED05‐076.07‐01‐57.00 44 CARVER RD $ 82,700 10‐Nov‐11 $52,000 1.59
ED05‐067.14‐02‐01.00 97 OLD FORGE DR $ 147,300 14‐Nov‐11 $119,900 1.23
ED05‐068.17‐02‐36.00 237 N BRADFORD ST $ 148,400 15‐Nov‐11 $150,155 0.99
ED05‐077.06‐02‐79.00 760 E LOOCKERMAN ST $ 151,700 22‐Nov‐11 $150,000 1.01
ED05‐068.17‐02‐01.00 237 N GOVERNORS AVE $ 197,700 28‐Nov‐11 $161,000 1.23
ED05‐057.17‐01‐18.00 48 GRISTMILL DR $ 181,000 22‐Nov‐11 $185,000 0.98
ED05‐068.17‐02‐35.00 231 N BRADFORD ST $ 148,400 15‐Nov‐11 $150,155 0.99
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CITY MANAGER’S
MONTHLY REPORT
NOVEMBER 2011
City Manager’s Monthly Report, November 2011
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Customer Services
In the month of November we processed 500 payments as of November 30, 2011.
City of Dover property taxes were due July 31, 2011 (July 31 in 2011 was a Sunday). As of September 30, 2011
the delinquent property taxes total 952,768.34 for all tax years. Our collection efforts include sending a delinquent
statement, making phone calls, and enforcing the Clean Hands Act. The Inspection and Planning Departments
have been providing assistance in collecting these outstanding debts. In November the properties over one year
delinquent will be selected to process for the monition sale. Currently, there are approx 28 properties selected for
processing.
Human Resources
Open Enrollment for Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts held for all employees.
Parks, Recreation & Library
Library
501 children attended 21 children’s programs & 48 teens attended 7 teen programs.
Job Center noted 176 participants this month.
Parks & Recreation
Providing logistical assistance for the inaugural Capital Holiday Festival, the department noted about 2,500 in at-
tendance for the holiday season kick-off event.
Food collected during the Annual Food Drive was distributed to local food banks.
Public Services
Working on additional funding for future street program and other projects.
Public Utilities
No new updates
2 City Manager’s Monthly Report, November 2011
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PUBLIC AFFAIRS
The Public Affairs information will not be submitted for October’s City
Manager’s Monthly report due to the employee being out on medical
leave. The information will be updated in next months report. Please call
the City Manager’s Office if you have any questions. Thank you.
City Manager’s Monthly Report, November 2011 3
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CENTRAL SERVICES
Fleet Operations & Maintenance Costs Items on Hand w ith no Usage ov er 36 Months
$100,000 140
$90,000
1000000
120
Total Work Orders
$80,000
100 800000
Total Dollars
$70,000
$60,000 80
600000
$50,000 60
$40,000
40
400000
$30,000
$20,000
20 200000
$10,000 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
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 30 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Total Dollars Total Work Orders Electric Water General
Electric: $ 29,505.13 Total Dollar Value: $2,410,914.25
Water: $ 469.44 Total Line Items: 1,700
General: $ 8,656.09
Major Program Updates
MEASURE OCTOBER 2011 OCTOBER 2010 DIFFERENCE
Issue Effectiveness (>90%)
How often the warehouse has what
99.72% 99.23% +0.49%
customers need when it’s needed.
[issues / (issues + back orders)] * 100
Turn Over Rate (4-5 per yr.)
Indicates that the material stocked is 1 every 36.51 years 1 every 25.86 years +10.65 years
the material being used.
Bids for non-inventory items converted
2 of 2 Bids (FY12 Total) 11 of 12 Bids (FY11 Total)
to purchase orders within timeframe +8.33%
100% 91.67%
(Quantity and Percentage)
Sealed bids prepared, received & dis-
10 of 11 Bids 36 of 38 Bids (FY11 Total)
tributed within 7 working days of re- -3.8%
90.9% FYTD 94.7%
ceipt (Quantity and Percentage)
Scheduled Preventative Maintenance
27 of 30 appointments kept 15 of 26 appointments kept
appointments being kept. +32.31%
90.0% 57.6%
(Quantity and Percentage)
109,453 pieces 399,185 pieces
Mail receiving lowest discounted rate
(FY12TD) (FY11 Total) +0.08%
(Quantity and Percentage)
96.04% 95.96%
Routine work orders completed within 30 work orders completed 35 work orders completed
+14.63%
5 days (Quantity and Percentage) 100.0% 85.37%
Emergency work orders completed
6 work orders completed 10 work order completed
within 2 days (Quantity and Percent- 0%
100% 100%
age)
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CUSTOMER SERVICES
WORK ORDERS PROCESSED EXTENSIONS OF CREDIT
3,000
1,000
908
2,500
800 765
1,985 2,042
1,892 708
2,000 682 683
1,804
1,659 1,668 1,683 632
1,623 1,583 593
1,540
1,459 600 523 539 547
1,500 1,325 1,361
1,000 400
303
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-
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Write-Offs / Electric & Trash Bills
The electric write-off for outstanding electric bills with dates ranging mainly from July 2009 until September 2009 . The proposed
write-off of $40,664.03 includes $9,126.72 from accounts that filed for bankruptcy. The $40,664.03 is the first write-off for Fiscal
2012 and is .17 percent of the revenue ($24,039,698.) for the write-off period. In other words, the City collected 99.65% of all
bills for the write-off period. For every $100 dollars of revenue the City billed in the write-off period, $0.17 was not collected.
The trash write-off for outstanding trash bills with dates ranging mainly from July 2009 until September 2009. The proposed
write-off of $1,006.52 includes $32.64 from accounts that filed bankruptcy. The $1,012.56 is the first write-off for Fiscal 2012 and
is $0.34 percent of the revenue ($298,462) for the write-off period. In other words, the City collected 99.54% of all bills for the
write-off period. For every $100 of revenue the City billed in the write-off period, $0.34 was not collected.
According to the APPA, the industry standard for collections among publicly held utilities of similar size is 99.74% of total electric
revenue. The accounts are currently assigned to our collection agency and will remain there even when they have been written
off. A complete list of accounts is available upon request.
FY 2012 FY 2011
Major Program Updates Nov 2011 Nov 2010 Difference
Year-to-Date Year-to-Date
Number of Customers Served 21,653 23,763 (2,110) 123,348 129,959
Final Bills 600 609 (9) 3,443 3,615
Estimated Bills 152 139 13 780 723
Penalties Posted $ 22,505 $ 24,751 $ (2,246) $ 96,136 $ 109,469
Extensions of Credit - Amount Extended $ 107,949 $ 180,729 $ (72,780) $ 1,125,097 $ 1,048,852
Balance Transfers $ 1,755 $ 1,810 $ (55) $ 9,068 $ 11,686
Utility Collections $ 20,460 $ 18,863 $ 1,597 $ 159,326 $ 128,576
Special Assessments $ - $ 1,005 $ (1,005) $ 110 $ 6,440
Miscellaneous Billings $ 118,285 $ 209,961 $ (91,675) $ 711,598 $ 718,448
CNP through Disconnect Collars $ 9 11 (2) 44 40
Court Cases - - - - -
Tamperings 4 4 - 22 22
Taxes Levied (includes carry forward) $ 1,024,315 $ 931,971 $ 92,344 $ 1,024,315 $ 14,911,133
Billing Adjustments $ 116 $ 31,043 $ (30,927) $ 116 $ (261,625)
Total Taxes Collected $ 71,663 $ 158,190 $ (86,527) $ 71,663 $ 9,432,365
Taxes Outstanding $ 952,768 $ 804,824 $ 147,944 $ 952,768 $ 804,824
Payments in Lieu $ - $ 1,500 $ (1,500) $ - $ 7,500
Billing Accuracy (on schedule billings) 99.0% 99.0% - 99.0% 99.0%
Bills Published on Schedule 99.0% 99.9% - 99.9% 99.9%
Meters Read on Schedule 99.9% 99.9% - 99.9% 99.9%
Customer Satisfaction Rating 99.9% 99.7% - 99.7% 99.7%
Delinquent Accounts Collected 99.7% 99.8% - 99.8% 99.8%
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Customer Service Contacts
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Citizens Assisted 38 12 147 46 52 305 38 47 63 57 35 51 41
Employees Assisted 135 75 62 55 58 65 210 37 51 46 41 43 38
Applications Processed 3 0 235 24 39 273 0 0 0 0 2 0 0
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov
Category Total
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Caucasian* 312* 311 313 314 315 316 316 313 310 306 302 299 299 N/A
Minorities* 61* 61 61 61 61 63 63 63 63 63 63 62 61 N/A
Hired 1 - 2 1 1 5 1 - - - 1 - 1 13
Terminated/Resigned/
3 1 - - - 2 1 2 3 4 5 4 2 27
Retired
Transferred/Promoted - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 2
Jobs Posted - - 3 - 1 3 - - - 1 - - - 8
Workers Comp. Injuries 2 5 7 2 2 5 5 5 4 7 4 2 9 59
Workers Comp. Hours 65 42 360 445 336 438 50 46 63 135 263 565 369 3,177
Insurance Claims 4 8 3 3 6 8 2 5 3 10 1 2 1 56
Full-time Employees: 346 Part-time Employees: 14 (4 Pitts Center, 1 Recreation, 9 Library)
-Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee or council members.
*Total Full Time, Caucasian and Minority Employees were adjusted due to audit of employee information.
Resigned: Substation Relay Foreman, Motor Equipment Operator I (Streets)
Hired: Communications Operator (Police)
Transferred/Promoted: Fire Dispatcher to Communications Operator (Police), Public Services Manager to City Manager
Recruitment Information
American
Asian/Paci In Out
Position Total Female Male Black White Hispanic Indian/Alaskan Unknown
fic Islander Dover Dover
Native
No Positions Posted
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HUMAN RESOURCES
continued
Unfilled/Open Positions by Department
Unfilled/Open Positions Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sept Oct Nov
By Department 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Public Utilities 4 4 4 4 3 3 2 2 2 3 4 4 5
Public Services 1 2 1 1 1 1 2 3 1 1 3 3 5
Police 3 3 2 2 2 - - - 4 4 4 5 3
All Other Departments 4 4 4 3 3 4.5 4.5 7.5 5 6.5 8.5 10.5 10.5
Totals 12 13 11 10 9 8.5 8.5 12.5 12 14.5 19.5 22.5 23.5
Former City Manager on terminal leave (included in totals).
Public Utilities: Motor Equipment Operator II/Water, Heavy Equipment Operator II, Substation Technician, Journeyman – 1st Class Lineman, Substation Relay
Foreman
Public Services: Field Supervisor 1 - Streets, and (2) MEO I & MEO II – Sanitation, Public Services Manager
Police: (3) Police Officers
All Other Departments: Custodian I (1), Sr. LAN Analyst (due to A. Siegel currently acting as IT Director), LAN Analyst, Central Services Director, Central Mailroom
Clerk, Human Resources and Safety Coordinator, Senior City Administrator, Library Page (PT), Administrative Assistant - Clerk’s Office, Planner II, Fire Dispatcher
Bonus Programs by Month
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun July Aug Sept Oct Nov
Bonus Program Category Total
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Stop Program-Sensibly
Taking Off Pounds(weigh- 13 7 - 27 17 6 21 - 15 4 5 22 5 142
ins)
Caught Doing it Right-
Promotes employees
2 63 - - - - - - 1 1 1 - 68
productivity & creativity -
(submissions)
Breathe Program-Rewards
for ending tobacco use - 4 - - - - - - 1 1 - 1 7
-
(submissions)
Ducs in a Row-Doing
Useful Community Service - - - - - - - - - - - -
-
(submissions)
Workers Comp Injuries
20
15
10
5
0
Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov-
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Public Utilities Public Services Police Others
Public Utilities: 4 Public Services: 0 Police: 4 All Other Depts.: 1
Public Utilities: 192 Public Services: 170 Police: 7 All Other Depts.: 0
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Service Requests Resolved Citizen Action Center - Customers w/ New Issues
250 233 168
216 150
114
200 179 186 180 130
159 162 110
154 151 144 44 70
150 125 90 129
119 120 32 81 63
37 78 88
100
70 33
38
50
50 30
10
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-
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Programming Requests Completed Page Views - City of Dover Web Page
30 50,000
24 45,000
25 40,000
35,000
Pages Viewed
20 16 16 17 16
15 15 15 15 30,000
14 14
15
43,152
25,000
38,777 39,261
11
33,649 34,959 36,358
20,000
28,600
10
23,639
15,000
22,347 20,460
16,470 18,965 17,995
5 3 10,000
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-
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Current
Performance Indicators Last Month Same Month
Month
Last Year
iSeries Availability 100% 100% 100%
Server Availability 100% 100% 100%
AS/400 Connections
N/A N/A N/A
(concurrent/authorized users)
PCs Supported 341 339 344
Scheduled PCs Replaced - - -
Servers Supported 16 16 16
People Trained 21 5 4
Availability Statistics based on 7:00 AM until 5:00 PM Monday—Friday
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PARKS, RECREATION & LIBRARY
Library
A dult S e rv ic e s
12 0 0
10 0 0
800
600
400
200
0
Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov-
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
R e f e re nc e R e a de r's A dv is o ry
O ut re a c h E le c t ro nic A s s is t a nc e
Reference - 404 Reader’s Advisory – 32 Reference - 127; Reader’s Advisory – 64
Electronic Assistance – 300; Outreach – 0 Electronic Assistance – 33; Outreach – 0
CIRCULATION OCTOBER 2011 FYTD 2012 OCTOBER 2010 FYTD 2011
Dover Residents 16,138 83,878 17,052 88,689
Kent County Residents* 14,326 73,251 16,179 77,491
Non-County Residents 2,028 8,602 1,654 6,894
REGISTRATIONS
Dover Residents 140 1,007 214 1,254
Kent County Residents* 52 418 84 556
Non-County Residents 4 50 13 56
OTHER
Visiting Patrons 27,195 156,776 29,861 160,460
Meeting Room Usage 120 300 300 1,260
Photocopier Usage 906 6,795 1,288 8,246
Dial-A-Story 852 5,306 1,087 6,654
Computer Usage 3,787 21,247 4,329 23,479
Holds (Total) 6,514 35,590 5,556 35,215
*Breakout of Kent County Residential Statistics
Circulation Registrations
Harrington: 190 Harrington: 2
Smyrna: 880 Smyrna: 1
Milford: 131 Milford: 2
Outside City Limits: 13,125 Outside City Limits: 48
Total Registered Users: (Card Holders)
City: 17,972 Kent County: 13,589 Outside Kent County: 958
Other Points of Interest:
Interlibrary: 4,869 items loaned out Technical services: 1,701 items added
3,232items borrowed 2,982 items deleted
Volunteers: 240 hours of service completed
** Meeting Room Usage
The meeting room is no longer available for rental as it has become the designated location of the Job Center.
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Parks and Recreation
Recreation Revenue Recreation Revenue Breakdown
$30,000
$23,690
$30,000
$20,160
$25,000
$18,761
$25,000
$15,867 17726 $20,000
$20,000
$9,3 62 $9,8 86 $9,0 22 9670.5
$15,000
$8,3 72
$15,000
9606
7269
$3,8 06
$10,000 $10,000
$5,000 $5,000
$0
$-
Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- M ar- Apr- M Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov-
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General Rental Payments Sports Leagues Trips
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General: $840 Rental Payments & Special Events: $3,923
Sports: $320 Leagues: $12,109 Trips: $854
Rentals NOVEMBER 2011 FYTD 2012 NOVEMBER 2010 FYTD 2011
Baseball/Softball Field Rentals* 0 98 0 111
Dover Park Pavilions (2) 9 48 1 18
Multipurpose/Field Hockey Field Rentals* 0 22 0 54
Recreation Center – Dover Park 9 74 9 98
Silver Lake Pavilions (2) / Schutte (1) 3 18 2 33
Soccer Field Rentals* 3 6 0 9
Stage – Mobile Platform 1 15 3 15
*These numbers reflect groups that utilized our facilities during November 2011.
Program Attendance* NOVEMBER 2011 FYTD 2012 NOVEMBER 2010 FYTD 2011
Super Summer Playground 0 0 0 0
*This number reflects activities that took place in November 2011. (Not included on the JWP report.)
FREE Open Gym Registration Cards* - through 11/30/2011
Total Cards Issued: 4,609
City Residents: 2,052 - (45%)
Non-City Residents: 2,502- (55%)
- Kent County: 2,055 - (45%)
- Sussex County: 148 - (3%)
- New Castle County: 105 - (2%)
- Out of State: 203 - (4%)
*The cards permit entrance to the facility during
scheduled Public Open Gym Periods at no charge.
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PUBLIC SERVICES
Administration
Administrative review and inspection services continued on all residential and commercial developments.
The following residential subdivisions are in various phases of construction:
Oak Shadows Emerald Pointe Lexington Glenn
Village of Westover (Phase VI) Farthing Woods Nottingham Meadows
Patriot Village Clearview Meadows Village of Cannon Mill
Eden Hill (Residential)
Sanitation
Monthly Total Refuse (Tons) Sanitation Hours
1,500
932
924
998 1000
1,000 904
845 887
829 795 812
774 779
706
636
486 525563 508
473
500 353 390
441 412 500
285
226 240 202
188 167 169 157
129
75
32 24 0 1
- 0
Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Bulk Automated Nov 11
NOVEMBER 11 FYTD 12 NOVEMBER 10 FYTD 11
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 170 917 233 1,237
Total Tonnage to DSWA 1,044.27 5,356.41 1,256.86 6,520.10
90-Gallon Containers Delivered 7 99 10 107
300-Gallon Containers Delivered 3 14 1 23
Total Man Hours-containers Delivered 32 212 24 278
TOTAL # OF TOTAL # OF AC-
CURBSIDE RECYCLING WEIGHT/LBS. AVE. LBS.
HOUSEHOLDS COUNTS
STATS
NOV 2011 18,512 8,513 266,820 14.41
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Streets NOVEMBER 11 FYTD 12 NOVEMBER 10 FYTD 11
Signed Installed 15 79 3 116
Signs Repaired 14 91 9 89
Curbs Painted Yellow (feet) 30 942 0 833
New Post Installed 3 39 0 40
Storm Catch Basins Repaired 0 30 0 28
Storm Catch Basin Repairing (Hrs.) 0 100 0 188
Storm Catch Basins Cleaned 0 267 23 23
Storm Catch Basins Cleaning (Hrs.) 0 201 10 10
Hot Mix Patching (Tons) 0 63 1 92
Hot Mix Patching (Hrs.) 0 420 1 351
Cold Mix Patching Hrs.) 32 213 24 134
Concrete Work (Hrs) 0 544 0 216
Concrete Patching (Cubic Yards) 0 1 0 35
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs) 152 848 152 793
Ditch Work (Hrs). 0 64 0 65
Street Sweeping (Miles) 0 4,195 48 5,374
Street Sweeping (Cubic Yards) 0 962 15 1,239
Leaves Collected (Cubic Yards) 7,575 8,112 4,450 5,250
Leaf Collection (Miles) 1,833 2,594 2,737 3,688
GROUNDS - Arborist Crew NOVEMBER 2011 NOVEMBER 2010
Trees Trimmed 21 57
Trees Removed 1 12
Assisted with Christmas light installation.
Beautification Crew
Finished mulching along the St. Jones River plantings with 5 pick up loads of mulch.
Began planting spring flowering bulbs in all the annual beds after edging, tilling and grading. Putdown Snapshot pre-emergent
herbicide on the planted beds to keep weed seeds from germinating over the winter/early spring.
Hung natural evergreen wreaths at City Hall, Weyandt Hall, and the Library and placed candles in the windows at City Hall.
Assisted with planting of native shrubs along the St. Jones River.
Mowing Crew
Completed mulching the plantings along Park Drive as part of the St. Jones River Watershed Riparian Buffer project.
Assisted Beautification Crew with tilling annual beds and planting spring flowering bulbs.
Finished converting mowing equipment over to snow removal by removing decks and installing plows or blowers.
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Economic Development
UNEMPLOYMENT RATES OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT
10 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
City of Dover 10.3% 10.1% 9.4% 10.0% 9.6% 9.5% 9.0% 8.9% 9.9% 9.6% 9.4% 9.0% 8.4%
National & State averages (US-9.2% & State-8.0%) Source: State of Delaware Department of Labor
TYPE YTD Contacts Made Number of contacts made with small businesses and with out
-of-town companies interested in locating to Dover.
Small Businesses 10
Out-of-town Companies 7
Economic Development Director attended the Committee of 100 Economic Update meeting and provided an overview of economic
development projects in Dover.
Director participated in a panel at the Kent Economic Summit on November 9 th at Delaware Technical & Community College. Staff’s
presentation on the North Street Improvements and other downtown projects was one of the highest rated presentations of the
Summit.
Director conducted several tours of the Dover Sun Park for residents of Wild Meadows.
Director attended meetings with the Mayor at DELDOT to discuss the Transit Center Project.
Director met with Alan Levin to discuss Garrison Farm Infrastructure funding and continuing funding for the DDP. B
Director provided Jim Waddington, Executive Director of the Kent Economic Partnership, with an overview of Dover Economic De-
velopment projects.
Director also met with Mike Casson, Dean of Graduate Studies at Delaware State University, to discuss the role of the Economic
Development Office with their Economic Development Grant Initiatives.
Director escorted Senator Carper and Mayor Carey on a visit to several downtown Dover businesses to promote Small Business
Saturday which was held on Saturday, November 26th.
Downtown Dover Partnership
The Community Art Project, “Downtown Dover is Star-Studded” received more than 40 entries from artists throughout the area.
The completed STARS are hanging in Downtown businesses and will be on display throughout the holiday shopping season.
A Reception and Silent Auction are planned for the first Friday in January and will be held at the Dover Art League.
Design Committee members held a workshop with representatives from the Art League to discuss plans for exterior improve-
ments to be done with the funds they will be awarded under the Design Demonstration Grant.
The Suds Bar held its Grand Opening on Thursday, November 3rd.
Banners are being hung along Loockerman Street with the “historically happening” branding developed in the spring of 2011.
The Parking Committee has designated Free Parking in the metered spots on Bradford Street from November 23 through January
3rd.
The Capital Holiday Celebration was held on Wednesday, November 30th. This event combined the traditional Dover Tree Light-
Lighting Ceremony and Caroling on the Green. It was well attended by members of the community and the planning committee
will be evaluating the event over the coming weeks.
The Downtown Dover Partnership was recognized at the 20th Annual Celebration of Tourism as one of the Tourism Attractions of
the Year along with Downtown Milford, Inc., and Smyrna Renaissance Corporation.
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Life Safety
Inspections NOVEMBER 11 FYTD 12 NOVEMBER 10 FYTD 11
Fire Protection Inspections (new & exist- 55
ing) 336 46 295
Fire Code Inspections 32 275 280 635
Inspection Deficiencies 22 363 253 642
Certificate of Occupancy 1 14 2 33
Office 60 478 76 461
Meetings 20 182 34 210
Plan Review 35 183 37 201
Training 64 70 0 202
Fire Investigations 25 53 14 77
Accidental $50.00 $125,010.00 $8,000.00 $61,950.00
Incendiary $2,000.00 $59,500.00 $2,500.00 $192,550.00
Undetermined $10,400.00 $20,000.00 $20.00 $2,320.00
Permitting and Inspections
Permits Issued NOVEMBER 11 FYTD 12 NOVEMBER 10 FYTD 11
Administrative Permit 3 11 1 12
Building Addition/Renovation Permits 25 156 65 289
Building Permits 12 81 21 67
Demolition Permits 1 6 4 12
Fence Permits 4 46 4 39
Fire Prevention Permits 9 30 7 34
Mechanical Permits 25 118 24 131
Plumbing Permits 41 180 37 250
Sign Permits 37 118 18 81
Swimming Pool Permits 0 6 0 2
Business Licenses 51 1,304 25 1,438
Fire Protection 56 343 0 0
Merchant Licenses 10 262 1 262
Contractor Licenses 30 674 22 741
Lodging House Licenses 5 5 0 0
Mobile Homes 16 273 6 228
Public Occupancy 1 43 2 32
Rental Dwelling 6 94 2 63
Building Inspections
Permits Issued NOVEMBER 11 FYTD 12 NOVEMBER 10 FYTD 11
Building 276 1,505 368 1,899
Plumbing/Mechanical 341 1,776 203 2,021
Certificate of Occupancy 12 52 17 103
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Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
– Printed rental maps and downtown target area maps for Code Enforcement.
– Participated in the City and State GIS Day.
– Processed multiple FOIA requests.
– Created and printed several maps and posters for Downtown Dover Development Office.
Dangerous Building/Demolition Status – November 2011
58 East Rustic Lane
Declared dangerous by City Council on June 13, 2011.
Property owner requested a 30-day extension until August 13, 2011.
Asbestos survey is complete. Asbestos abatement is pending.
Bids have been solicited for the pending demolition of the structure.
43 East Division Street
Declared dangerous by City Council on June 13, 2011.
Property owner has demolished the structure without further city intervention.
Case is still open pending completion of demolition by the property owner.
423 Collins Drive
Declared dangerous by City Council.
Asbestos survey is complete. Abatement is complete.
Demolition is pending.
443 Collins Drive
Declared dangerous by City Council.
Property owner resolved all property maintenance issues.
No further action is required by the City of Dover.
21 North Kirkwood Street
Declared dangerous by City Council.
Bids have been solicited for the pending demolition of the structure.
Demolition is complete.
70 Mifflin Road
Declared dangerous by City Council.
Bids for the demolition of the structure were received on 09-29-2011.
Demolition is complete.
29 North Kirkwood Street
Declared dangerous by City Council on 10/24/2011.
Asbestos survey is complete. Asbestos abatement is pending.
Demolition pending.
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PUBLIC UTILITIES
Electric
System Peak Total System Load
200
165.5 172.6 100,000
81,797
153.8 153.8 71,888 74,068
139.3 64,474 65,231
63,563 61,675
80,000
54,947 57,409 56,161
112.9 54,090 54,078
150
108.2 106.9 53,525
104.8 101.8
94.75 98.6 98.5 60,000
100
40,000
50 Nov 10 20,000
Dec 10 Feb 11 Mar 11 Apr 11 May 11 Jun 11 Jul 11 Aug 11 Sep 11 Oct 11
Dec 10
Nov 10 Jan 11 Nov 11
Jan 11
Feb 11
Mar 11
Apr 11
May 11
Jun 11
Jul 11
Aug 11
Sep 11
Oct 11
Nov 11
Outages Customers of Gained/Lost
35 8,000 40
34
35
25 6,000 30
Outages Customers
25 23 23
15 4,000 20 17 18
16
15
5 2,000 9 8 8 8
10 6
4 5
5
-5 Nov Jan Mar May Jul Sep Nov 0 0
10 11 11 11 11 11 11 Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
Outages 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Outages: 11 Customers: 3,742
Electric Monthly Outage Report
The annual outage goal will be less than 295 minutes per customer, which is a Delaware Standard. This will be measured by
calculating the System Average Interruption Duration Index.
FY 12 YTD FY 11 FY 10
57.05 63.78 160.14
Controllable Outages Average Response Time
Annual goal is less than 40 Goal is less than 30 minutes
Month Year-to-date Month Year-to-date
4 31 28.1 Minutes 35.02 Minutes
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Electric Engineering Design
Major Program Updates NOV 11 NOV 10 DIFF FY12 YTD FY11
Extensions Design Completed Within 30 days
2 0 - 4 0
of complete Submission
%
New Underground Installation % Completed New Underground Installation
Completed
N/A N/A
NOV 11 NOV 10 FY12 YTD
PROGRAM UPDATES
Tree Trimming 114 251 702
Number of Oil Releases 1 0 8
Lost Time Accidents – All Electric Utility Divisions 4 0 8
New Services 6 9 71
Major Goals Completed in the Past Two Months
N/A
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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
10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11
Total Water Prod. Billed Consumpt.
ENGINEERING SUMMARY
NOVEMBER NOVEMBER
Major Program Updates DIFF FY12 YTD FY11
11 10
State and Federal Violations 0 violations 0 violations - - -
Water Quality Complaints 3 5 -2 42 75
0
Plan Review Completed Within 30 days of 17 plans 3
plans 95% 100%
Submission 100% 67%
Field Inspection Response within 48 hours of
100% 100% 0% 99.46% 95.89%
Request
Major Goals Completed in the Past Two Months
Twelve inch water main installed from Wild Meadows toward the Sun Park.
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
Task NOVEMBER 11 NOVEMBER 10 Current FY
Water Production – Daily Average 4,007,300 4,085,933 739,858,000
Average Field Response Time (goal is < 30 minutes) 18.95 21.8 23.95
Water Mains Repaired 2 3 14
Water Service Lines Repaired 0 1 10
Wastewater Mains Repaired 0 0 1
Wastewater Service Lines Repaired 0 2 6
Sewer Lines Flushed – Linear Feet 41,662 115,513 317,129
Percentage of Flow Sent to Kent County vs. Gallons Billed
134% 133% 110%
(inflow/Infiltration monitoring)
Total Water Meters in City Distribution System 13,989 13,872 49
Lost Time Accidents – All Water/Wastewater Divisions 0 0 1
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CITY PLANNER’S
MONTHLY REPORT
Public Services Group
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: (302) 736-7196 Fax (302) 736-4217
November 2011
PERSONEL
On November 2nd and 3rd, 2011 Ann Marie Townshend and Sharon Duca continued presenting a series of water
quality training sessions to City Staff held at the Dover Police Department Assembly Room.
On November 9, 2011 Dawn Melson-Williams (Principal Planner) and Janelle Cornwell (Planner II) attended
the APA Annual meeting held at the Clarion Hotel in New Castle.
Planning Staff in coordination with GIS Staff presented a series of GIS Day activities on November 16, 2011 to
showcase how the City utilizes GIS (Geographic Information Systems) in its work activities such as data
collection and analysis with map creation.
On November 17, 2011 Dawn Melson-Williams, Janelle Cornwell, and Ann Marie Townshend attended the
League of Local Governments event held at the Sheraton Hotel.
On November 28, 2011 Dawn Melson-Williams attended a Design Workshop for the Dover Art League held at
the Cendel Building as part of the Design Demonstration Grant program of the Downtown Dover Partnership.
EDEN HILL FARM TND
Ryan Homes was finishing up construction of the six townhouse dwelling units located on Ridgely
Boulevard within Phase 1 of the Residential District. In late November, three of the townhouse units
received Certificate of Occupancy with the remaining three anticipated for early December. For
the Residential District of Eden Hill Farm Traditional Neighborhood Design, the totals are now 56
dwelling units complete of the 59 permits approved for dwelling units.
At the end of November no other permits were being issued under the provisions of the “Clean Hands
Ordinance” as the property owner (Hill Farm Associates, LLC) is listed on the Delinquent Tax List. City
Staff is working with the site developer to resolve this tax payment issue. In addition, Planning Staff
continues to try to work with the site developer in regards to delays in street lighting installation, tree
planting requirements, and other infrastructure items.
In November, there was no specific 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 efforts on the implementation items identified in the 2008 Comprehensive
Plan as amended.
Planning Staff continues to work on the development of several ordinances including text amendments
related to: uses within the RG-1 zone and a future update to the AEOZ (Airport Environs Overlay Zone).
In November, the Planning Commission reviewed and provided recommendations regarding text
amendments to the Zoning Ordinance pertaining to uses within the SC-1 zone, corner lots and fences,
and public utilities infrastructure.
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In November, the City Council began review of the text amendments to the Land Subdivision
Regulations pertaining to Homeowners Associations (Ordinance #2011-15). The proposal was tabled
and an additional information gathering task assigned to staff.
Other Activities
New Dover High School Project (C-10-05/S-11-18) – Construction activities related to utilities, stormwater
management facilities, and site prep continue at the site. With the Fence Permit issued, progress was being
made on fence installation along with a portion of the Phase 1 Landscaping. The Planning Office is awaiting
resubmission of the Site Plan set associated with the overall site development plan (Bid Pack C) in response to
our October review comments. The monthly progress meeting on the Dover High School project was held on
November 17th with Planning Staff and Public Utilities Staff meeting with the district’s design professionals and
DelDOT staff. These progress meetings have been very helpful in addressing transportation infrastructure
planning, utility coordination, and building design and construction progress. The Building Permit (Foundation-
only) for the high school building was issued November 18th and construction activity and inspections have
begun.
The construction activities continue at the Capital School District Professional Development Offices &
Maintenance Facility located on Commerce Way and Final Site Inspections were scheduled for the first phase
of Site Improvements to William Henry Middle School/Booker T. Washington Elementary School.
PERMITTING AND LICENSING REVIEW
The Planning Staff is part of the Building Permit review process. Our activities involve reviewing specific types
of permit applications for compliance with the Zoning Ordinance and for compliance with any conditions of
approval from the Planning Commission, Board of Adjustment, or Historic District Commission.
Permits Reviewed Jan Feb Mar- Apr- May June July- Aug- Sep Oct Nov- Permits Permits
(Issued) -11 -11 11 11 -11 -11 11 11 -11 -11 11 Reviewed Reviewed
YTD 2010 YTD 2011
Building Additions/ 12 13 24 36 29 42 36 22 35 22 22 382 293
Renovations
Permits
Building Permits 2 3 10 11 7 6 13 4 3 3 4 96 66
Demolition Permits 3 6 2 3 11 1 1 1 2 1 1 29 32
Fence Permits 5 2 14 14 18 5 11 11 7 13 4 81 104
Sign Permits 9 4 6 10 11 12 7 8 5 8 10 102 90
Temporary Sign 2 6 9 3 11 7 6 7 9 7 4 63 71
Permits
Swimming Pool 0 0 1 0 3 8 6 0 0 0 0 10 18
Permits
Certificate of 11 9 22 17 20 17 10 7 10 11 12 171 146
Occupancy
Total # Permits 44 43 88 94 110 98 90 60 71 65 57 934 820
Reviewed (Issued)
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CODE ENFORCEMENT
Case Type # cases current # cases % staff initiated % staff initiated
month YTD current month YTD
No valid rental permit 6 149 100% 95%
No valid building permit 5 72 80% 78%
Tall grass and weeds 10 552 30% 65%
Unregistered vehicle 1 24 100% 71%
Abandoned vehicle 3 98 67% 61%
Annual Housing Inspection 73 619 93% 98%
Property Maintenance – 39 463 82% 57%
Exterior
Electric Termination 15 182 93% 90%
Dover Code of Ordinances 27 491 63% 75%
Zoning 7 113 100% 63%
Total Cases 186 2763
Total # of Inspections 389
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
U
CDBG FY11 PROJECTS
Homeownership Assistance Program
Four families have purchased homes using the Dover First Start Program and one family is mortgage ready.
Homeowner Rehabilitation Program
Three homes are underway for housing repairs and completion is expected at the end of December.
Dover Interfaith Mission to the Homeless
CDBG funds have been utilized to cover the operation cost for the shelter.
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 $1,249,467 has been expended on the acquisition and renovations for 8 properties. One property
has been purchased with program income and is for sale. The remaining balance of $177,272 will be utilized for
renovations and acquisition. Three properties have been sold, four are for sale, one is a lease purchase and one is a
rental that serves persons with disabilities. The City has partnered with Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity as an
NSP partner.
218 Ann Avenue (sold) 337 N. Governors Avenue (for sale)
343 Mimosa Avenue (sold) 254 Green Blade Drive (sold)
907 Woodcrest Avenue (lease purchase) 302 Stonebrook Place (for sale)
1430 S. Hancock (group home rental) 11 Westover Drive (for sale)
1415 S. Hancock (for sale)
MEETING REPORTS
Board of Adjustment:
The Board of Adjustment met on November 16, 2011 and took the following actions. The next regular
scheduled meeting of the Board of Adjustment is scheduled for December 21, 2011.
1. Applicant #V-11-13 - 455 & 459 New Castle Avenue – Moved to approve encroachment of front
porch into front yard setback.
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Historic District Commission:
The Historic District Commission did not meet for a special re-scheduled date of November 9, 2011. The next
Historic District Commission meeting is scheduled for December 15, 2011.
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission met on November 21, 2011 and took the actions summarized listed below. The next
Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2011.
1. C-11-05 Amended Royal Farms and Bank with Drive-thru at 293 South Saulsbury Road – Moved
to approve a Site Plan adding a Bank with Drive-thru to the plan and the waiver requests allowing the
use of alternative vinyl material for the fence, the elimination of some of the curbing for the site for
drainage, and the elimination of curbing around the Royal Farms building.
2. S-11-19 Dover Behavioral Health Systems Building Addition at 725 Horsepond Road – Moved to
approve the Site Plan including approval of three waiver requests: the reduction of parking with the
necessary recommendations as stated by Planning Staff, the number and size of loading spaces, and the
partial elimination of sidewalk.
3. MI-11-13 Text Amendment: Revisions to Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 Section 17 Shopping Center
Development - Moved to forward to City Council a recommendation of approval.
4. MI-11-14 Text Amendment: Revisions to Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 Section 1 and Section 7
regarding Corner Lots and Fences - Moved to forward to City Council a recommendation of approval.
5. MI-11-15 Text Amendment: Revisions to Article 5 of the Zoning Ordinance regarding Public
Utilities Infrastructure - Moved to forward to City Council a recommendation of approval.
Submitted by:
Ann Marie Townshend, AICP
Planning & Community Development Director
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Date Range: From 11/01/2011 to 11/30/2011
Incident Type Report (Summary)
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
1 Fire
113 Cooking fire, confined to container 15 15.79% $0 0.00%
114 Chimney or flue fire, confined to chimney or flue 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
118 Trash or rubbish fire, contained 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
131 Passenger vehicle fire 4 4.21% $0 0.00%
138 Off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
154 Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
160 Special outside fire, other 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
Totals 24 25.26% $0 0.00%
2 Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat(no fire)
200 Overpressure rupture, explosion, overheat other 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
Totals 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
3 Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incident
322 Motor vehicle accident with injuries 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
324 Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
352 Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 3 3.16% $0 0.00%
371 Electrocution or potential electrocution 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
Totals 6 6.32% $0 0.00%
4 Hazardous Condition (No Fire)
410 Combustible/flammable gas/liquid condition, other 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
411 Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 2 2.11% $0 0.00%
412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 2 2.11% $0 0.00%
420 Toxic condition, other 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
440 Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 2 2.11% $0 0.00%
441 Heat from short circuit (wiring), defective/worn 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
445 Arcing, shorted electrical equipment 4 4.21% $0 0.00%
463 Vehicle accident, general cleanup 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
Totals 14 14.74% $0 0.00%
5 Service Call
500 Service Call, other 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
520 Water problem, other 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
542 Animal rescue 2 2.11% $0 0.00%
553 Public service 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
Totals 5 5.26% $0 0.00%
6 Good Intent Call
600 Good intent call, other 7 7.37% $0 0.00%
611 Dispatched & canceled en route 3 3.16% $0 0.00%
631 Authorized controlled burning 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
641 Vicinity alarm (incident in other location) 4 4.21% $0 0.00%
671 HazMat release investigation w/no HazMat 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
Totals 16 16.84% $0 0.00%
7 False Alarm & False Call
700 False alarm or false call, other 8 8.42% $0 0.00%
710 Malicious, mischievous false call, other 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
711 Municipal alarm system, malicious false alarm 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
715 Local alarm system, malicious false alarm 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
730 System malfunction, other 4 4.21% $0 0.00%
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Date Range: From 11/01/2011 to 11/30/2011
Incident Type Report (Summary)
Dover Fire Department
Count Pct of Total Est Total Est
Incident Type Incidents Loss Loss
733 Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 3 3.16% $0 0.00%
735 Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
741 Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 1 1.05% $0 0.00%
743 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 4 4.21% $0 0.00%
744 Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 3 3.16% $0 0.00%
746 Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 2 2.11% $0 0.00%
Totals 29 30.53% $0 0.00%
8 Severe Weather & Natural Disaster
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
9 Special Incident Type
Totals 0 0.00% $0 0.00%
Totals 95 $0
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Date Range: From 11/ 01/ 2011 to 11/ 30/ 2011
Manpower Hours by Sitation Found
Dover Fire Department
Num ber of Hours by Situation Found
Sum of # Attending X Incident Length
165 Fire
0 Overpressure Rupture, Exp
Fire 40 Rescue & Emergency Medica
Overpressure Rupture, Exp
91 Hazardous Condition (No F
26 Service Call
Rescue & Emergency Medica 50 Good Intent Call
109 False Alarm & False Call
0 Severe Weather & Natural
0 Special Incident Type
Severe Weather & Natural
Special Incident Type
Hazardous Condition (No F
False Alarm & False Call
Service Call
Good Intent Call
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Date Range: From 01/ 01/ 2011 to 11/ 30/ 2011
Alarms by Month of Year
Dover Fire Department
133
140
135
130
125
120
115
110
98
105 95
100 91
89 89
95
84
90
85
80 72
69 69
75 66
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10 0
5
0
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
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Date Range: From 11/01/2011 to 11/30/2011
Incident Run Log Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department Sorted by: Incident Number
Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type
11/01/2011 30046 2011-000861 11:01 631 RIDGELY ST Municipal alarm system, malicious false alarm
MALICIOUS PULL STATION ACTIVATION - INCIDENT CREATED AT THE REQUEST OF FM-4 - APPROVED BY D-16
11/01/2011 30046 2011-000862 12:12 N DUPONT HWY Motor vehicle accident with no injuries.
Flat bed wrecker with cargo turned on its side. FD arrival and removed front window of vehicle, patient self extricated. Patient care
transferred to EMS.
11/01/2011 30046 2011-000863 15:00 3 BERWYN HALL Heat from short circuit (wiring), defective/worn
On arrival occupatn stated she could smell smoke in her apartment. Crews checked for same and found her Hot water heater had shorted
out. Power was secured to same and units cleared.
11/01/2011 30046 2011-000864 15:33 129 GREENHILL AVE Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
On arrival Occupant stated he had burned food on the stove. Crews checked the residence no damage, no need for the FD. Units cleared.
11/01/2011 30046 2011-000865 17:02 COLLEGE RD Vehicle accident, general cleanup
ASSISTED DOVER POLICE WITH SECURING A VEHICLE THAT WAS STUCK IN HIGH IDLE AS A RESULT OF A PD MVC. E4'S CREW
PROVIDED THE HOLMOTRO UNIT TO POP THE HOOD AND SECURE THE BATTERY. E4'S CREW ALSO PROVIDED STAY DRY TO THE AREA.
11/01/2011 30046 2011-000866 21:02 425 COUNTRY DR Cooking fire, confined to container
Dispatched for AFA. En route dispatch received several calls reporting smoke in the bldg. Upon location bldg occupants had evacuated the
bldg.
A resident of the 3rd floor had advised me her husband had extinguished the fire using a ABC extinguisher and that the fire had been in Apt.
INDIA. E-4 crew entered the apt. and encountered thick smoke and requested positive pressure ventilation. and confirmed the fire was
under control. Clayshawn Wilson was visiting, Vincent Long and cooking chicken breasts in oil on the stove top, when the hot oil ignited.
She then put the pan in the oven, closing it, grabbed her daughter and exited the apt. and alerted other occupants. Another resident threw
water inside the oven, then another resident used a ABC extinguisher. Bldg was turned over to maintenance, awaiting arrival of FM-5 who
was notified and responded.
User: Knight, David 11/01/2011 22:30:36
11/01/2011 30046 2011-000867 23:33 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other
DSU PD advised the had just checked the building for their nightly checks and when they secured the doors the fire alarm activated for unk
reasons. They conducted another walk thru finding no issues. No need for FD personnel was the decision made by Dover 21.
11/02/2011 30046 2011-000868 08:35 728 MAPLE PARKWAY Trash or rubbish fire, contained
On the above date Dover Fire was alerted for report of a fire inside the structure that had been extinguished. Upon arrival crews found the
homeowner had dropped a cigarette on a towel in the bathroom and ignited same. Fire was contained to the towel. Scene was turned over
to FM-2 for further action.
11/03/2011 30046 2011-000869 11:17 118 W DIVISION ST System malfunction, other
Call for an alarm sounding, unknown reason why. Crews investigated and found nothing. Scene turned over to FM4.
11/03/2011 30046 2011-000870 12:05 506 WESTWOOD DR Public service
Dover 17 along with Car16 responded to assist Chesapeake utilities with forcible entry due to a gas leak inside the residence. Forcible Entry
was made and the gas was secured by Chesapeake personnel. No further action.
11/03/2011 30046 2011-000871 22:18 300 N NEW ST Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire
Dover Brush 9 responded for report of a city trash can on fire. Upon arrival crews extinguished same and the scene was turned over to
City FM-5 for further investigation.
11/04/2011 30046 2011-000872 09:16 540 S DUPONT HWY Cooking fire, confined to container
E4 responded for report of automatic fire alarm. Crews investigated and found burnt toast in a toaster on the second floor had tripped the
alarm.
11/04/2011 30046 2011-000873 17:15 BAY RD Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle
DFD responded to Bay Rd and Presidents Drive in reference to an MVC with entrapment. On arrival, writer located a single vehicle crash
with the driver still inside same. The crew from Engine 4 stabilized the vehicle and then removed the driver's side door, which allowed the
operator to be removed by medics. No further action taken.
11/04/2011 30046 2011-000874 23:46 430 COLLEGE RD 300 Cooking fire, confined to container
Responded to the above address for a reported oven fire in Apt. 322. Crew from ladder 1 investigated to find that 1 of the residents had left
a towel in the oven. Scene was placed under control and turned over to DSU police all units returned.
11/05/2011 30046 2011-000875 06:57 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other
Automatic faire alarm activation. Building checked and met with negative results. No further action taken.
11/05/2011 30046 2011-000876 11:01 223 KENTWOOD DR False alarm or false call, other
SMOKE DETECTOR ACTIVATION - MALFUNCTION
11/05/2011 30046 2011-000877 17:10 820 CARVEL DR J Arcing, shorted electrical equipment
Dispatched to the above location for an electrical malfunction. Upon arrival, crews investigated Apt 10 on division 3. The homeowner related
that she had seen sparks and smoke coming from an electric socket. Crews found no damage, heat or extension from same. Power was
secured to the outlet in question and maintenance (on scene) was advised of the situation. Cleared the scene.
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/05/2011 17:43:06
11/06/2011 30046 2011-000878 12:35 21 WAYNE DR Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO
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Home owners daughter went to the ED ill, FD responded for possible CO. Unfounded
11/06/2011 30046 2011-000879 12:55 684 FOREST ST Cooking fire, confined to container
Burnt grilled cheese
11/06/2011 30046 2011-000880 21:04 20 N BRADFORD ST Cooking fire, confined to container
E4 and L2 responded for report of an oven fire due to electrical problems. Crews found conditions as reported. Prior to FD arrival security
had already secured the breaker and alerted occuppants of same. Crews secured the problem and the scene was turned over Wesley
Security and Wesley Maintenance for further action.
11/06/2011 30046 2011-000881 21:32 1061 S LITTLE CREEK RD Good intent call, other
E4 and R1 responded to above for report of a smell of propane in the area. Crews arrived on scene and checked the entire Shadow Place
and W Roundtree Dr. area. All homes have propane tanks for heating and no emergency could be found. Smell was faint in the area. Only
one call was received. Crews cleared .
11/08/2011 30046 2011-000882 08:39 210 WILLIAM ST Good intent call, other
Crews were alerted for report of a poss apartment fire at the above location. RP called in and stated that she saw black smoke coming from
the eves of the building. All apartments were checked from the exterior and found no smoke or heat coming from same. Alarm could be
heard sounding and crews located a smoke detector in the large green roll away dumpster that had been going off. Crews cleared with no
further action.
11/08/2011 30046 2011-000883 08:50 244 KENTLAND AVE Cooking fire, confined to container
Whille on scene command was advised that the above location had an alarm going off. 41-1 was returning from another call and was
nearby . They were advised to respond, crews cleared from the other location and responded as well . 41-15 went under control and
found it was unattended cooking and went under control. All units cleared and returned to quarters.
11/08/2011 30046 2011-000884 15:16 SCARBOROUGH RD Passenger vehicle fire
E7 and E3 responded for report of a car on fire at the above location. Upon FD arrival DSP had already extinguished same using a dri-chem
extinguisher. Scene was turned over to DSP for investigation. They told FD personnel they would handle the paperwork.
11/08/2011 30046 2011-000885 18:20 N STATE ST Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle
DFD responded to N State St in the area of Hazel Rd in reference to an MVC with entrapment. On arrival, writer (15) observed a two
vehicle crash with one vehicle on it's driver's side, with the driver trapped. Crew from Engine 6 began stabalizing the vehicle. Engine 2 and
Recue 1 arrived and assisted Engine 6's crew. After the vehicle was stabilized, firefighters removed the roof back to the sun roof. After
this, the driver of the vehicle was able to be removed from the vehicle by medics and firefighters. No further action taken.
11/08/2011 30046 2011-000886 19:25 909 N DUPONT HWY Combustible/flammable gas/liquid condition, other
Dispatched for odor of natural gas/ rotten eggs smell. Several reports from 555 N State St to Lowes on N Dupont Hwy. En route to N.
Dupont Hwy. E-6 crew smelled the odor on N State St and N. Dupont Hwy. Winds were SSE at 3 mph. Could not locate the source of the
leak. Dispatch checked with Chesapeake Utilities to find out if there had been a release of natural gas in the Dover area, none noted.
11/08/2011 30046 2011-000887 20:24 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional
Dispatched to Warren Franklin Hall, DSU for an AFA. Campus Police advise no fire conditions. Upon arrival, investigated an activated
detector in W27B due to smoke from a curling iron. Cleared the scene.
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/08/2011 21:01:13
11/09/2011 30046 2011-000888 05:24 859 WOODCREST DR Good intent call, other
Responded to the above address for an apparent gas leak. Crew from ladder 1 did a walk through with the gas meter with negative results.
Homeowner advised me that she had some flood issues inside the house and had carpet replaced giving off a odor she thought might be
gas. Scene was placed under control and all units returned.
11/09/2011 30046 2011-000889 10:26 160 PERIWINKLE DR Vicinity alarm (incident in other location)
Alarm sounding in a residence. Home owner thought it was her smoke detector, turned out to be her treadmill.
11/09/2011 30046 2011-000890 15:19 1200 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route
11/09/2011 30046 2011-000891 16:29 3000 LEMAY LA C Vicinity alarm (incident in other location)
E6 responded for report of an automatic fire alarm. E6 ' s crew found a third floor smoke detector activation. Detector was likely activated
due to smoking in the back staircase area. Scene was turned over to Property Manager.
11/09/2011 30046 2011-000892 17:08 Independence Animal rescue
E6 responded for report of a feline stuck in the gutter area in the area of above and greenblade dr. E6 lifted the sewer grate and attempted
to remove the animal. Animal ran down the sewer crews were unable to remove cat. Info was passed on to Dover PD animal control.
11/09/2011 30046 2011-000893 18:09 70 GREENWAY SQUARE Cooking fire, confined to container
L1 and E6 responded for report of an automatic fire alarm. Crews investigated and found unattended cooking in apartment F11
11/09/2011 30046 2011-000894 18:22 707 N WEST ST Arcing, shorted electrical equipment
While E6 and L1 were clearing Greenway Square dispatch advised of a working structure fire at the above location. Writer told dispatch to
strike a General Alarm. E6 arrived first on location to find nothing evident. Crews investigated an electical outlet in the second floor bedroom
to find that was the problem . Crew secured the power to the entire residence due to the Panel Box not being marked for individual rooms .
The homeowner Helen Bennezette was treated on scene for apparent Chest Pains. She was released with a patient refusal. All units
cleared with no further action.
11/10/2011 30046 2011-000895 08:56 Independence Blvd Electrocution or potential electrocution
Electricution of two COD workers
11/10/2011 30046 2011-000896 08:58 859 WOODCREST DR Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill
E6 and L1 were dispatched for report of an odor of gasoline in the above structure. Crews investigated and found a Toyota Tacoma in the
garage that had been sitting in the tight garage since February due to the residents(Elza Turner) husband passed away . The truck was
removed from the garage and the odor started to disapate . Resident was advised to keep the truck out of the garage until she has it looked
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at by a mechanic. Crews cleared with no further action.
11/10/2011 30046 2011-000897 22:03 908 WOODCREST DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
Smoke detector activation SD1 building 908
11/11/2011 30046 2011-000898 00:16 181 WESTMINSTER DR Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional
Dispatched for AFA. On location maintenance was already on location with a water flow alarm in attic dry system. checked attic space no
defects noted. system would not reset. maintenance to call supervisor to get system restored.
11/11/2011 30046 2011-000899 14:50 515 TROON RD System malfunction, other
Dispatched to the above location for an AFA. Upon arrival, found the home secured. Completed a walk around the residence and found no
evidence of smoke or fire. Remained on scene until the home owner arrived. Conducted a through search inside the residence and found no
hazardous conditions. Advised the home owner to have his system looked in to for possible malfunctions. Cleared the scene.
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/11/2011 15:39:36
11/11/2011 30046 2011-000900 18:34 46 PAR HAVEN DR F Water problem, other
Resident smelled a gas order that was the result of a sewer system blockage. Building maintenance was on scene earlier and was aware
of the issue. No ventilation was required.
11/12/2011 30046 2011-000901 07:20 212 MAHOGANY PL Smoke detector activation due to malfunction
Dispatched to an AFA. Upon arrival, crew learned that there was a power outage in the area. Crews investigated and found that the battery
back up in the smoke detector was low and sounded the alarm. Advised the home owner that she needed to replace the batteries in all their
detectors. Cleared the scene.
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/12/2011 07:55:54
11/12/2011 30046 2011-000902 16:27 123 ALONZO DR Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
Dispatched to the above location for a smoke condition in the residence. Upon arrival, crews investigated a light haze in the basement
division. Crews isolated the malfunction to by the washing machine motor. Power was secured to same and the homeowner was advised
to have the equipment serviced. Cleared the scene.
User: O'Connor, Jr., Michael 11/12/2011 17:08:30
11/12/2011 30046 2011-000903 20:05 105 THAMES DR Service Call, other
DFD responded to the above location in reference to a CO detector activation. Crews checked the residence and determined same to be
under control. No further action taken.
11/14/2011 30046 2011-000904 00:44 46 FAIR WIND PL Cooking fire, confined to container
Unattended cooking
11/14/2011 30046 2011-000905 05:08 1289 WALKER RD BUILD B Alarm system sounded due to malfunction
Faulty smoke detector activation in vacant unit.
11/14/2011 30046 2011-000906 06:38 225 CECIL ST System malfunction, other
Alarm system sounding for 45 minutes before resident called for FD to investigate. Faulty alarm tenant to contact owner.
11/14/2011 30046 2011-000907 07:26 1001 WHITEOAK RD BLDG M 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. No
further actio taken.
11/14/2011 30046 2011-000908 21:55 11 E DIVISION ST Special outside fire, other
E6 responded for leaves on fire. Upon arrival fire was already extinguished. Unit cleared.
11/15/2011 30046 2011-000909 00:42 950 WHATCOAT DR False alarm or false call, other
Dover Fire was alerted for an automatic fire alarm at the above location. Crews found a pull station on the third floor activated. All units
cleared and turned the scene over to building maintenance.
11/15/2011 30046 2011-000910 01:27 1289 WALKER RD BUILD I Smoke detector activation due to malfunction
Dispatched for AFA sounding. Occupant returned home from work to smoke alarm sounding. L-1 crew checked apt. 12, Negative findings.
Turned over to maintenance.
11/15/2011 30046 2011-000911 08:56 1490 MCKEE RD Arcing, shorted electrical equipment
On arrival crews investigated and found an electrical outlet smoking in the master bedroom of the residence. Crews secured power to
same and checked for extension with negetive results.
11/15/2011 30046 2011-000912 12:42 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other
Writer responded for report of an automatic alarm at Conrad Hall. Upon arrival DSU PD was contacted and advised the alarm system was
having issues due to Advantech working on the system. Scene was placed under control and City FM was notified of same.
11/15/2011 30046 2011-000913 15:00 3700 BAY RD Off-road vehicle or heavy equipment fire
E6 responded for report of an Excavator on fire. E6 arrived on scene and reported involved . Crews used two 5 gallon buckets of AFFF
foam due to the fire being fueld by hydraulic fluid . Crews remained on scene until FM-19 arrived due to the cost of the equipment.
11/15/2011 30046 2011-000914 18:07 691 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route
Second call advised smoke from the grill activated the detector. Alarm cancelled.
11/16/2011 30046 2011-000915 17:19 101 BABB DR Cooking fire, confined to container
E6 and L1 responded for report of an automatic fire alarm. Crews arrived on scene and found that apartment 2106 had burned food on the
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stove causing a smoke condition in the building. The resident was treated for trouble breathing by A63 but refused transport. Crews
evacuated the smoke using positive pressure and the scene was placed under control.
11/16/2011 30046 2011-000916 19:04 41 MORIARTY ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
On arrival occupant advised she had burnt burgers on the stove. No need for FD. Units cleared.
11/17/2011 30046 2011-000917 13:50 211 DELAWARE AVE Malicious, mischievous false call, other
DFD received a call for a fire alarm activation at the above location. While receiving information from the alarm comapny, the school
contacted DFD via telephone and advised that a student had pulled a pull station. DFD did not make a response but the City of Dover Fire
Marshal's office was notified of the incident.
11/17/2011 30046 2011-000918 15:32 E LOOCKERMAN ST Passenger vehicle fire
On arrival found a Green Pontiac Boniville involved. Crews from E7 advanced an 1-3/4 hose line and extinguished same. Scene turned
over to Dover PD and cleared.
11/18/2011 30046 2011-000919 15:17 1066 FORREST AVE Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other
Dover fire was alerted for report of an electrical fire at the above location. Crews found an outlet that was having an problem. Crews
secured the power to same and all crews cleared.
11/18/2011 30046 2011-000920 17:31 487 BARRISTER PL Gas leak (natural gas or LPG)
DISPATCHED FOR GAS LEAK. ON LOCATION RESIDENT HAD CALLED GAS COMPANY TO REPORT THAT WATER WAS NOT WORKING,
CALL TAKER HAD RESIDENT CHECK AROUND WATER HEATER FOR SMELL OF GAS. RESIDENT THEN CALL HER BOY FRIEND, WHO THEN
CALLED THE OWNER SHERWOOD MORGAN, WHO CALLED 911. E-6 CHECKED THE AREA AROUND THE WATER HEATER NO LEAK
NOTED. GOOD INTENT CALL. OWNER ARRIVED ON LOCATION AND INCIDENT TURNED OVER TO HIM.
11/19/2011 30046 2011-000921 12:31 134 AMERICAN AVE Cooking fire, confined to container
E6 and L1 responded for report of smoke in the structure . E6 arrived on scene and Dover PD advised the female resident was going crazy
and had lit a propane grill full of charcoal on fire inside the kitchen area. Prior to FD arrival the grill had been removed by Dover PD. Scene
was placed under control and the grill was extinguished using a water can . Scene was turned over to Dover PD for further investigation.
11/19/2011 30046 2011-000922 13:29 16 CLARA ST Chimney or flue fire, confined to chimney or flue
Dover fire was alerted for report of a house fire . Ladder 2 was first on location and Dover PD advised the forced entry due to a heavy
smoke condition and wood burning on top the wood stove. Crews from L2 , L1 , and E6 removed the wood and put the remainder of the fire
out. A positive pressure fan was set up to remove the smoke from the residence. It was learned that the residents had left the house and
had left the unattended wood on top of the burning wood stove. Scene was turned over to FM-2 for further investigation.
11/19/2011 30046 2011-000923 17:20 1440 N DUPONT HWY Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle
Dover fire was alerted for report of an accident at the above location with report of subjects trapped and multiple patients. E6 arrived first
and found a four vehicle accident with no entrapment and one patient. R1 was returned and crews for E6 and E2 assisted EMS with patient
care. Crews cleared and the scene was turned over to Dover PD for investigation.
11/20/2011 30046 2011-000924 00:05 FORREST AVE Passenger vehicle fire
Responded to the above area for a report of a vehicle fire. Engine 3 arrived on location with a SUV fully involved. I requested dispatch to
notify kent center to alert fire police so they could shut forest ave down and divert traffic down Rose valley school rd. Crew from Engine 3
pulled a 1 3/4 handline to extinguish the vehicle. After locating the operator of the vehicle she advised me that the car had started to catch
fire while driving. I asked dispatch to notify dsp and tell them the vehicle was in motion. Scene was placed under control and turned over to
dsp.
11/20/2011 30046 2011-000925 18:55 100 SUNNYSIDE RD Dispatched & canceled en route
11/20/2011 30046 2011-000926 21:03 1300 S FARMVIEW DR F Cooking fire, confined to container
Unattended cooking.
11/20/2011 30046 2011-000927 22:22 1 N AMERICAN AVE Cooking fire, confined to container
Upon investigation found a toaster oven and surrounding materials burnt, unintentinal.
11/21/2011 30046 2011-000928 19:18 1365 N DUPONT HWY DOVER MALL 3068 Arcing, shorted electrical equipment
E6 responded for report of an electrical fire . Crews found while employees were cleaning the fry deep fryer water overflowed and
shorted out the main electrical outlet for same. Crews secured the power to the entire store and scene was turned over City FM for follow
up.
11/21/2011 30046 2011-000929 19:46 10 GREENWAY LA Smoke detector activation due to malfunction
Smoke detector malfunction. Advised resident to change battery and check wiring.
11/21/2011 30046 2011-000930 23:52 1200 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other
Dover 17 responded to the above address in reference to an alarm activation. On arrival, building was checked and met with negative
results.
11/22/2011 30046 2011-000931 16:22 1525 MCKEE RD Overpressure rupture, explosion, overheat other
DFD was notified of a possible explosion with a subject burned at the above location. Dover PD arrived on scene and advised that Dover
FD was not needed but were requesting the Fire Marshal's office. Dover dispatch contacted the fire marshal's office and FM 1 and FM 2
responded to the scene. See their report for further. Dover FD did not make a response.
11/22/2011 30046 2011-000932 18:28 1200 N DUPONT HWY Vicinity alarm (incident in other location)
General fire alar set off by burnt hair using a curling iron
11/23/2011 30046 2011-000933 11:38 300 W LOOCKERMAN ST Good intent call, other
DFD responded to a possible car fire. On arrival, nothing was located.
11/23/2011 30046 2011-000934 23:18 2030 PINE CABIN RD BLDG G Local alarm system, malicious false alarm
PULL STATION ACTIVATION. RESET ON FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVAL BY TENNANT.
11/24/2011 30046 2011-000935 10:02 70 Quail nest drive Cooking fire, confined to container
Responded to the above address for a oven fire. Crew from Engine 6 investigated to find no fire. Homeowner advised that it was a grease
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fire. Scene was placed under control and all units returned.
11/24/2011 30046 2011-000936 13:04 24 River Chase Drive Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional
On arrival crew found occupant was cooking a turkey in the oven and the grease over flowed the pan which smoked up the residence.
Natural ventilation was used to ventilate the building. Units cleared.
11/24/2011 30046 2011-000937 21:51 937 SIMON CIRCLE Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO
Reported as CO detector activation. Upon arrival crews found that the detector was a combination SMOKE/CO detector. Detirmined to be
unattended cooking after investigation.
11/25/2011 30046 2011-000938 18:59 26 PEYTON ST Gas leak (natural gas or LPG)
On the above date and time Dover Fire was alerted for report of an odor of gas at the above location. E6 and L1 arrived on scene and
crews investigated same. Crews found that a hot water heater pipe had burst on the second floor and the owner was unable to locate the
shut off. When she found the shut off she smelled an odor of gas from the basement. Crews secured the gas in the basement and the
water shut off as well . Homeowner was advised to have the gas company and utility company take a look at the problems before she
restored power. Crews cleared and turned the scene over to the homeowner.
11/25/2011 30046 2011-000939 21:11 470 S DUPONT HWY Passenger vehicle fire
Dover Fire was alerted for report of a car on fire in the area of above. E6 under the command of writer went on location at the rear of RP
Automative and reported two vehicles on fire with exposure to 3 more. Crews stretched an 1 3'4 handline and placed same into service. E7
arrived on scene and supplied E6 with water. Crews were having diffuculty extinguishing the fire and the foam inductor was placed into
service. Crews extinguished the fire and the scene was turned over the City FM for further investigation.
11/26/2011 30046 2011-000940 13:43 118 W DIVISION ST System malfunction, other
Smoke detector activation, due to unattended cooking and or dust/cobwebs in the detector. Building placed on firewatch, FM notified to make
an inspection.
11/26/2011 30046 2011-000941 14:50 129 GREENHILL AVE Cooking fire, confined to container
Responded to the above address for an investigation. Dispatch advised me that the alarm had been reset but unable to talk with the RP. I
arrived on location and the homeowner was home. She advised me that she had been cooking and that is what set the alarm off. Scene
was placed under control and she was advised to update all her information with ADT.
11/26/2011 30046 2011-000942 18:46 1275 S STATE ST Motor vehicle accident with injuries
Engine 6 responded to the above address for car into a building. Engine 6 arrived on location under the command of FF Small and advised
that the car was not into the building. Engine 6 assisted BLS and ALS with patient care. Scene was placed under control and Engine 6
returned.
11/26/2011 30046 2011-000943 18:52 SR 1 @ EXIT 97 Good intent call, other
Responded to above area for an odor of propane. Arrived in the area on rte1 and noticed an odor coming from oak orchard trailer park. I
advised Engine 7 to check that trailer park out and we would be behind. I advised Engine 6 to check dover east trailer park. Both trailer parks
ended up with negative results so we checked tudor industrial park also with negative results. Scene was placed under control unfounded
and all units returned.
11/27/2011 30046 2011-000944 16:35 950 WHATCOAT DR Cooking fire, confined to container
Unattended cooking. Confine to pan on stove. No ventilation required.
11/28/2011 30046 2011-000945 04:09 411 S QUEEN ST HazMat release investigation w/no HazMat
Dispatched to the above location of an odor of gas inside the residence. Dispatched received one call from an uncooperative subject who
relayed little to know information. Upon arrival, crews investigated and found no gas odor inside the structure. Cleared the scene.
User: O'Connor, Michael 11/28/2011 11:22:16
11/28/2011 30046 2011-000946 11:14 1580 S DUPONT HWY Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill
Fuel leaking from a truck contained by crew of Engine 6.
11/28/2011 30046 2011-000947 14:00 1526 FORREST AVE Animal rescue
On the above date and time Dover Fire was alerted for report of a horse stuck under a plow. Crews arrived on scene and began to assess
the situation. Past Chief Baker was attempting to contact the vet to sedate the animal to allow crews to perform the rescue. Crews began
setting up high and med pressure air bags to lift the plow in order to place straps around that horse. The horse appeared to be wedged
between the actual plow and the plows tire. A tire iron was found and the tire was removed. As soon as the tire fell off the Horse free'd
itself. All units cleared and the scene was turned over to the owner and the vet on scene.
11/28/2011 30046 2011-000948 20:30 411 S QUEEN ST Good intent call, other
On arrival occupant of Apt 315 advised she had a gas leak in her Apt. Her apartment was checked with negative results. However the Apt
did have a strong odor of cleaning product inside. Occupant stated she was cleaning her floor with ammonia prior to calling 911. Dover 17
Cleared.
11/28/2011 30046 2011-000949 23:46 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional
On arrival crews found a fire extinguisher had been discharged in the hallway. Scene turned over to DSU Police, DFD units cleared.
FYI: The Knox box key did not fit the gates. Two locks were cut for access to the building.
11/29/2011 30046 2011-000950 05:34 1413 HOPKINS AVE False alarm or false call, other
Incident cancelled prior to making a response.
11/29/2011 30046 2011-000951 19:45 950 WHATCOAT DR Detector activation, no fire - unintentional
On arrival crews found unattended cooking in apt 23. No damage. Units cleared. Maintenance notified to reset alarm.
11/29/2011 30046 2011-000952 20:38 44 COOPER RD Toxic condition, other
Upon arrival found small amounts of CO in # 46 unit. Residents were checked out on scene.
11/30/2011 30046 2011-000953 10:41 191 DORIAN DR Good intent call, other
Gas leak NO readings found
Date: 12/14/2011 Page: 5 Time:10:23
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type
11/30/2011 30046 2011-000954 13:34 2731 HAZLETTVILLE RD Authorized controlled burning
Controlled burning
11/30/2011 30046 2011-000955 21:49 413 COURT ST F Vicinity alarm (incident in other location)
Call for an audible alarm sounding. Crews investigated and found unattended cooking in F1.
Total Incidents: 95
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FY 11-12 City Funded Account Balance Sheet
ACCOUNT BUDGET SPENT BALANCE
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance $ 62,000.00 $ 42,150.24 $ 19,849.76
Gasoline $ 19,050.00 $ 7,806.53 $ 11,243.47
Medical Supplies $ 700.00 $ 700.00
Other Equipment Repairs $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00
Program Expenses $ 36,630.00 $ 16,107.78 $ 20,522.22
Radio Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 389.00 $ 1,611.00
Safety & Security $ 2,150.00 $ 474.15 $ 1,675.85
Small Tools $ 4,800.00 $ 3,138.66 $ 1,661.34
Uniforms & Firefighting Gear $ 26,100.00 $ 3,358.43 $ 22,741.57
Building Expenses- Electricity $ 51,820.00 $ 23,466.39 $ 28,353.61
Building Maintenance Supplies $ 1,650.00 $ 62.31 $ 1,587.69
Heating Expenses- Gas $ 20,000.00 $ 1,288.40 $ 18,711.60
Telephone $ 20,340.00 $ 2,929.73 $ 17,410.27
Water & Sewer $ 3,150.00 $ 543.14 $ 2,606.86
Contractual Services $ 16,587.00 $ 16,587.00
Training & Travel $ 8,815.00 $ 3,049.00 $ 5,766.00
Pension $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00
Office Supplies $ 2,500.00 $458.69 $ 2,041.31
Balance as of: 11/30/11
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
November 2011
Type Date Num Name Memo Clr Split Amount Balance
Ordinary Income/Expense
Expense
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance
Check 11/12/2011 530 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR1522MOP- Rescue 1 City Fund Account 54.31 54.31
Check 11/12/2011 530 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR1515MOP- Rescue 1 City Fund Account 1,531.29 1,585.60
Check 11/12/2011 530 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR1579MOP- Ladder 2 City Fund Account 946.82 2,532.42
Check 11/12/2011 530 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR1481MOP- Engine 6 City Fund Account 176.00 2,708.42
Check 11/12/2011 530 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR1357MOP- Engine 7 City Fund Account 255.08 2,963.50
Check 11/12/2011 530 Atlantic Emergency Solutions MOR1711MOP- Engine 7 City Fund Account 563.60 3,527.10
Check 11/12/2011 531 Carl King Tire Company Invoice 305203- Ladder 1 City Fund Account 95.00 3,622.10
Check 11/12/2011 537 Delmarva Kenworth Invoice # 77303- Engine 2 City Fund Account 100.00 3,722.10
Check 11/12/2011 542 Townsend Bros. Chevrolet Ref 131663- Tires for Car 2 City Fund Account 970.32 4,692.42
Total Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance 4,692.42 4,692.42
Building Maintenance Supplies
Check 11/12/2011 536 City of Dover Stay Dry- 10 bags City Fund Account 62.31 62.31
Total Building Maintenance Supplies 62.31 62.31
Electricity
Check 11/12/2011 534 City of Dover Utility Acct #-44255-31966- Station 2 City Fund Account 576.29 576.29
Check 11/12/2011 534 City of Dover Utility Acct #-44343-32052-Station 1 City Fund Account 3,029.17 3,605.46
Total Electricity 3,605.46 3,605.46
Heating Expenses- Gas
Check 11/12/2011 532 Chesapeake Utilities Account #-01-300566-14195-1 City Fund Account 130.92 130.92
Check 11/12/2011 532 Chesapeake Utilities Account #-01-72348-3180-1 City Fund Account 587.02 717.94
Total Heating Expenses- Gas 717.94 717.94
Program Expenses
Check 11/12/2011 529 Alpine Software Corp. Invoice- ROBBWU40-Software Support til 2012 City Fund Account 8,307.00 8,307.00
Check 11/12/2011 540 Speciality Rescue Inc. Invoice # 7094 City Fund Account 100.00 8,407.00
Total Program Expenses 8,407.00 8,407.00
Small Tolls
Check 11/12/2011 539 ESI Equipment, Inc. Inv 11-1754- Repair Hose to Holmatro Tool City Fund Account 162.15 162.15
Check 11/25/2011 544 Rommel's ACE Invoice # 24412 City Fund Account 23.99 186.14
Total Small Tolls 186.14 186.14
Telephone
Check 11/12/2011 533 Chief Technologies, LLC Invoice # 551 City Fund Account 342.00 342.00
Total Telephone 342.00 342.00
Training & Travel Expenses
Check 11/12/2011 538 Delaware State Fire School Structual- Naylor City Fund Account 140.00 140.00
Check 11/25/2011 543 Delaware State Fire School Inv 12-1595 City Fund Account 1,025.00 1,165.00
Check 11/25/2011 543 Delaware State Fire School Inv 12-1594 City Fund Account 168.00 1,333.00
Total Training & Travel Expenses 1,333.00 1,333.00
Uniforms
Check 11/05/2011 527 Graves Uniforms Invoice # 80777 City Fund Account 513.99 513.99
Check 11/05/2011 528 Rush Uniform Invoice # 305810 City Fund Account 309.70 823.69
Check 11/05/2011 528 Rush Uniform Invoice # 30479 City Fund Account 711.75 1,535.44
Check 11/12/2011 541 Witmer Public Safety Inv 1265715- Helmet Parts City Fund Account 137.80 1,673.24
Total Uniforms 1,673.24 1,673.24
Water/Sewer
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Accrual Basis Profit & Loss Detail
November 2011
Type Date Num Name Memo Clr Split Amount Balance
Check 11/12/2011 535 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44341-32050 City Fund Account 11.54 11.54
Check 11/12/2011 535 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44345-32054 City Fund Account 73.25 84.79
Check 11/12/2011 535 City of Dover Utility Acct # 44253-31964 City Fund Account 29.62 114.41
Total Water/Sewer 114.41 114.41
Total Expense 21,133.92 21,133.92
Net Ordinary Income -21,133.92 -21,133.92
Net Income -21,133.92 -21,133.92
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City of Dover
Capital Investment Plan
Project Tracking Report
November 30, 2011
Points to Remember -
* Original Project Budget = Original Total Project Budget initially included in approved annual budget.
* Latest Project Budget = Revised Total Project Budget included in most recent approved annual budget or one of the following:
bond resolution, revolving fund loan agreement, Council approved budget amendment, or City Manager approved amendment as per
the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Current Fiscal Year - Revised Fiscal Year Budget = Current Year approved project budgets plus carry forward balances of unspent
budgets in the prior fiscal year. Project Carry Forward balances will be submitted to City Council for amendment in January 2010.
Can also be amended with City Manager approval per the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Water Quality, Inflow/Infiltration, Distribution Upgrades and New Development projects are budgeted as a blanket project and once
individual projects are identified and estimated they are created using an allocation of the overall budgeted amount.
* Status and Comments provided by City Manager.
* For Finance purposes projects are considered completed when placed in service and all charges have been processed.
Community Water & Total
Current Year Budget Funding Sources General Transportation Wastewater Electric CIP
Budget Balance $ 78,000 $ 118,588 $ 430,591 $ 360,333 $ 987,512
Library Funding - FY11 Budget Balance 100,962 - - 87,045 188,007
Federal and/or State Grants 7,422,183 1,400,000 - - 8,822,183
Library Green Energy/Bridge Loan 2,700,000 - - - 2,700,000
Friends of the Library Donation 210,000 210,000
Kent County Library Contribution 1,000,000 1,000,000
Library Reserve 2,590,784 - - - 2,590,784
Construction Loan 274,961 - - - 274,961
Community Transportation Fund - FY11 Balances - 678,612 - - 678,612
Revolving Fund Loans - - 4,309,821 - 4,309,821
Transfer from Capital Reserves - - - 370,730 370,730
Impact Fees - - 867,032 - 867,032
Loan Proceeds - Streets & City Hall 1,970,000 - - - 1,970,000
Transfer Loan Proceeds to CT Fund - Streets - 875,000 - - 875,000
Transfer from Operating Funds 623,847 - 1,750,000 3,500,000 5,873,847
Interest Earned 10,900 2,800 - 38,400 52,100
Total Funding Sources (Unaudited) $ 16,981,637 $ 3,075,000 $ 7,357,444 $ 4,356,508 $ 31,770,589
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City of Dover
General Fund - Major CIP Projects 2 of 5
November, 2011
Hide TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project Current Revised Fiscal
Project Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Yr. Fiscal Yr. YTD % Budget
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
1 FY2009
Bid Pack A - Done.
2 LB0901 M/G New Library Project $ 18,200,000 $ 20,469,080 $ 6,208,327 $ 14,260,753 30.3% $ 11,195,009 $ 14,298,890 $ 2,038,137 14.3% Started Bid Pack B - Construction Started.
3 Totals - FY09 $ 18,200,000 $ 20,469,080 $ 6,208,327 $ 14,260,753 30.3% $ 11,195,009 $ 14,298,890 $ 2,038,137 14.3%
4
5 FY2012
6 --- Ann FD Truck Payment $ 244,820 $ 244,820 $ 216,794 $ 28,026 88.6% $ 244,820 $ 244,820 $ 216,794 88.6%
7 --- Vehicles & Equipment 377,927 377,927 - 377,927 0.0% 377,927 377,927 - 0.0%
Roof Replacement @
8 PR1201 Dover Park 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% 30,000 30,000 - 0.0%
9 CT Fund B/L Streets & Alleys Program 1,000,000 1,750,000 - 1,750,000 0.0% 1,000,000 1,750,000 - 0.0%
10 ST1202 Concrete Program 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% 30,000 30,000 - 0.0%
Streets Dump Truck
11 ST1203 Refurbishment 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% 30,000 30,000 - 0.0%
12 City Hall Sprinkler System - - - - 0.0% - 220,000 - 0.0%
13 Totals - FY12 $ 1,712,747 $ 2,462,747 $ 216,794 $ 2,245,953 8.8% $ 1,712,747 $ 2,682,747 $ 216,794 8.1%
14
15 Grand Totals $ 19,912,747 $ 22,931,827 $ 6,425,121 $ 16,506,706 28.0% $ 12,907,756 $ 16,981,637 $ 2,254,931 13.3%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is rebudgeted to start over each fiscal year.
G = Grant funded project
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan; Projects will be completed through CT Fund, therefore the loan proceeds will be transferred from Capital Fund into the Community Transportation Fund
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City of Dover
Community Transportation & General Fund Street Funds - Major CIP Projects 3 of 5
November, 2011
Hide TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project Current Revised Fiscal
Project Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Yr. Fiscal Yr. YTD % Budget
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
1 FY 2007
2 CT0708 M E. Water Street Brick $ 65,000 $ 65,000 $ - $ 65,000 0.0% $ - $ 65,000 $ - 0.0% Specialty contract needed.
3 Totals $ 65,000 $ 65,000 $ - $ 65,000 0.0% $ - $ 65,000 $ - 0.0%
4
5 FY 2009
6 CT0977 M Schutte Parking Lot $ 21,950 $ 21,950 $ - $ 21,950 0.0% $ - $ 21,950 $ - 0.0% Deferred
7 CT1165 M Rt 13,N. State -Kings Hwy 591,662 591,662 - 591,662 0.0% - 591,662 - 0.0%
8 Totals $ 613,612 $ 613,612 $ - $ 21,950 0.0% $ - $ 613,612 $ - 0.0%
9
10 FY2012
11 CT M Street Projects - State Funds $ 950,000 $ 800,000 $ - $ 800,000 0.0% $ 950,000 $ 121,388 $ - 0.0%
12 Various B/L Street Projects - General Fund 350,000 1,750,000 15,300 1,734,700 0.9% 350,000 875,000 15,300
13 CT1201 M North Street Roundabout - 500,000 - 500,000 0.0% - 500,000 - 0.0%
14 TE1201 M Lincoln Park Center 900,000 900,000 1,854 898,146 0.0% 900,000 900,000 1,854 0.2%
15 Totals $ 2,200,000 $ 3,950,000 $ 17,154 $ 3,932,846 0.4% $ 2,200,000 $ 2,396,388 $ 17,154 0.8%
16
17 Grand Totals $ 2,878,612 $ 4,628,612 $ 17,154 $ 4,019,796 0.4% $ 2,200,000 $ 3,075,000 $ 17,154 0.8%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is rebudgeted to start over each fiscal year.
C = Project funded by combination of CT Funds and General Fund
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan; Projects will be completed through CT Fund, therefore the loan proceeds will be transferred from Capital Fund into the Community Transportation Fund;
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City of Dover
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects 4 of 5
November, 2011
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Approved Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Yr. Fiscal Yr. YTD Budget
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
1 FY 2008
Land site selected, starting
2 WD0804 M
1.0 MG Elevated Water Storage $ 4,196,600 $ 2,590,000 $ 29,099 $ 2,560,901 1.1% $ - $ 178,916 $ 8,015 4.5% Started negotiations
3 WD0805 M
Piney Point Well 398,800 665,000 69,316 595,684 10.4% - 147,319 1,634 1.1% Started DNREC permitting ongoing
US 13 East Sanitary Sewer
4 WW0810 M/SL Interceptor 2,376,800 3,022,562 3,228,383 (205,821) 106.8% - 295,722 282,783 95.6% Complete Complete
5 Totals - FY08 $ 6,972,200 $ 6,277,562 $ 3,326,798 $ 2,950,764 53.0% $ - $ 621,957 $ 292,432 47.0%
6
7 FY2009
8 WQ0905 M/SL Bayard Avenue $ 590,910 $ 490,910 $ 470,015 $ 20,895 95.7% $ - $ 239,121 $ 183,225 76.6% Started Installation is 85% complete
9 WQ0907 M/SL Route 13 Water Main 1,058,700 2,282,682 1,876,157 406,525 82.2% - 1,869,872 1,463,346 78.3% Started Installation is 60% complete
10 Totals - FY09 $ 1,649,610 $ 2,773,592 $ 2,346,171 $ 427,421 84.6% $ - $ 2,108,993 $ 1,646,571 78.1%
11
12 FY2010
Work is complete for phase 1, close-
13 WW1001 M/SL Inflow/Infiltration Removal $ 1,800,000 $ 2,122,536 $ 1,585,638 $ 536,898 74.7% $ 1,800,000 $ 766,201 $ 228,082 29.8% Started out documents in progress
14 WW1007 M/SL Fox Hall Pump Station 427,900 392,044 50,491 341,553 12.9% - 360,687 278 0.1% Started Bid Awarded
15 WW1008 M/SL Heatherfield F/M Rerouting 220,400 324,916 48,973 275,943 15.1% - 237,506 278 0.1% Started Bid Awarded
Reviewing design and easement
16 WW1010 I Tar Ditch Interceptor Upgrade 518,230 518,230 28,014 490,216 5.4% - 495,359 5,143 1.0% Started issue.
17 Totals - FY10 $ 2,966,530 $ 3,357,726 $ 1,713,116 $ 1,644,610 51.0% $ 1,800,000 $ 1,859,753 $ 233,781 12.6%
18
19 FY2011
20 WQ1103 WQI - Ross Street - 71,840 - 71,840 0.0% 71,840 36,840 - 0.0% Preliminary design complete
21 WW1101 M/SL Inflow/Infiltration Removal 500,000 500,000 123,712 376,288 24.7% - 457,601 81,312 17.8% Started 30% complete
22 WW1104 SL Lepore Road P/S Replacement 52,000 402,000 66,854 335,146 16.6% 350,000 350,000 11,318 3.2% Complete Bidding in November
23 Totals - FY11 $ 552,000 $ 973,840 $ 190,566 $ 783,274 19.6% $ 421,840 $ 844,441 $ 92,630 11.0%
24
25 FY2012
26 --- Vehicles & Equipment $ 115,000 $ 115,000 $ 29,985 $ 85,015 26.1% $ 115,000 $ 115,000 $ 29,985 26.1% Ordered through State Contract
27 WD1201 Pay-As-You-Go Water Station 30,240 30,240 - 30,240 0.0% 30,240 30,240 - 0.0%
28 WD1202 R Misc. Distribution Upgrades 60,000 60,000 5,706 54,294 9.5% 60,000 60,000 5,706 9.5% Ongoing
29 WD1203 R Wellhead Redevelopment Program 65,000 65,000 42,821 22,179 65.9% 65,000 65,000 42,821 65.9% Well #1 under rehabilitation
30 WD1204 R Emergency Generators 80,000 80,000 - 80,000 0.0% 80,000 - - 0.0% Grant dependent
Design complete, late spring const.
31 WQ1201 WQI - Wesley Campus 51,200 51,200 - 51,200 0.0% 51,200 51,200 - 0.0%
32 WQ1202 WQI - New Street 97,120 97,120 4,650.00 92,470 4.8% 97,120 97,120 4,650 4.8% Design started, early spring const.
Design complete, November const.
33 WQ1203 WQI - Silver Lake 279,840 279,840 31,826.34 248,014 11.4% 279,840 279,840 31,826 11.4%
34 WW1201 M/SL Inflow/Infiltration Removal 1,000,000 1,000,000 8,540 991,460 0.9% 1,000,000 1,000,000 8,540 0.9% Design started, early spring const.
35 WW1202 R SCADA Equipment Replacement 84,900 84,900 61,696 23,204 72.7% 84,900 84,900 61,696 72.7% Materials ordered, spring const.
36 WW1203 R Misc. Sewer System Improve 37,000 37,000 9,935 27,065 26.9% 37,000 37,000 9,935 26.9% Ongoing
Design started - actually Baltray PS
37 WW1204 M Wilmington College Pump Station 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0% 25,000 25,000 - 0.0%
Design started
38 WW1205 M Dover Brook Gardens P/S Replace 15,000 15,000 - 15,000 0.0% 15,000 15,000 - 0.0%
Design started
39 WW1206 M Brandywine Pump Station Replace 52,000 52,000 1,432.13 50,568 2.8% 52,000 52,000 1,432 2.8%
McKee Rd Pump Station Design started
40 WW1207 M Communator Replacement 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 0.0% 10,000 10,000 - 0.0%
41 $ 2,002,300 $ 2,002,300 $ 196,591.24 $ 1,805,709 0.0% $ 2,002,300 $ 1,922,300 $ 196,591 10.2%
42
43 Grand Totals $ 14,142,640 $ 15,385,020 $ 7,773,242 $ 7,611,778 50.5% $ 4,224,140 $ 7,357,444 $ 2,462,006 33.5%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is rebudgeted to start over each fiscal year.
SL = State Loan Project - construction phase is financed
I = Impact Fee (partially) financed project
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City of Dover
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects 5 of 5
November, 2011
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Current Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Yr. Fiscal Yr. YTD Budget
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
1 FY2011
Work will be completed
2 EG1102 M Units 1 & 2 Cooling Tower 372,400 199,140 134,538 64,602 67.6% 25,410 25,410 400 1.6% during the fall outage
work will be completed during
3 EG1107 M Units 1 & 2 Life Extension 802,000 409,000 267,775 141,225 65.5% 184,000 196,331 55,106 28.1% the fall outage
Will be competed by Feb.
4 EG1112 M Unit 3 Heat Expansion Joint - 150,000 141,168 8,832 94.1% 70,000 82,807 73,975 89.3% Started 2012
Work will be completed
5 EG1113 Units 1 & 2 Control Modifications - 150,000 131,345 18,655 87.6% - 25,700 7,044 27.4% Started during the fall outage
Work will be completed
6 EG1114 Unit 3 Gas Line Modification - 60,000 30,737 29,263 51.2% - 36,207 6,943 19.2% Started during the fall outage
7 $ 1,174,400 $ 968,140 $ 705,562 $ 262,578 72.9% $ 279,410 $ 366,455 $ 143,469 39.2%
8
9 FY2012
All vehicles on order from
10 --- Vehicles & Equipment $ 168,828 $ 168,828 $ 23,003 $ 145,825 13.6% $ 168,828 $ 144,328 $ 23,003 15.9% State Contract
11 EE1201 Substation PT & CT Replacement 267,715 267,715 119,122 148,593 44.5% 267,715 267,715 119,122 44.5% Materials ordered
12 EE1202 R Lighting Project & Rehabilitation 50,000 50,000 49,832 168 99.7% 50,000 50,000 49,832 99.7% Materials ordered
13 EE1203 R Equipment Replacement 40,000 40,000 10,525 29,475 26.3% 40,000 40,000 10,525 26.3% Equipment ordered
14 EE1204 Generator Replacement 50,000 50,000 30,961 19,039 61.9% 50,000 50,000 30,961 61.9% 75% complete
15 EE1205 M Frazier Substation Upgrade 765,247 155,000 72,981 82,019 47.1% 155,000 155,000 72,981 47.1% Materials ordered
16 EE1206 R Disb. Feeder Replacement 377,510 377,510 236,642 140,868 62.7% 377,510 377,510 236,642 62.7% On-going
17 EE1207 R Disb. Capacitors & Controls 100,000 100,000 26,494 73,506 26.5% 100,000 100,000 26,494 26.5% Materials ordered
18 EE1208 R Transmission Line Maintenance 75,000 75,000 - 75,000 0.0% 75,000 75,000 - 0.0% Materials ordered
Scada Master Hardware
19 EE1209 Replacement 75,000 75,000 - 75,000 0.0% 75,000 75,000 - 0.0% Materials ordered
20 EE1210 Substation Battery - 24,500 15,251 9,249 62.2% 24,500 24,500 15,251 62.2%
21 EE1212 R UG Transformers 70,536 70,536 42,053 28,483 59.6% 70,536 70,536 42,053 59.6% On-going
22 EE1212 R UG Conductors 479,464 479,464 167,208 312,256 34.9% 479,464 479,464 167,208 34.9% On-going
23 EE1212 R Meters 50,000 50,000 17,652 32,348 35.3% 50,000 50,000 17,652 35.3% On-going
Developing contract
24 EG1201 Unit 3 Boiler Air Heater 440,000 440,000 - 440,000 0.0% 440,000 440,000 - 0.0% documents
Developing contract
25 EG1202 M Unit 3 Boiler Systems 390,000 130,000 - 130,000 0.0% 130,000 130,000 - 0.0% documents
Unit 3 FD & ID Fan Control Damper Developing contract
26 EG1203 Upgrade 92,000 92,000 1,393 90,607 1.5% 92,000 92,000 1,392.70 1.5% documents
Unit 3 DCS Computers & Software Developing contract
27 EG1204 Upgrades 85,000 85,000 - 85,000 0.0% 85,000 85,000 - 0.0% documents
28 EG1205 R Misc. Equipment Replacement 70,000 70,000 21,280 48,720 30.4% 70,000 70,000 21,280.01 30.4% On-going
Demineralizer Control Replace @ Developing contract
29 EG1206 McKee Run 65,000 65,000 - 65,000 0.0% 65,000 65,000 - 0.0% documents
Unit 11 Component Replacement @ Developing contract
30 EG1207 M Van Sant 50,000 50,000 17,180 32,820 34.4% 50,000 50,000 17,179.58 34.4% documents
Switchyard Blast Walls @ McKee Developing contract
31 EG1208 Run 50,000 50,000 5,328 44,672 10.7% 50,000 50,000 5,327.76 10.7% documents
Developing contract
32 EG1209 M Building Preservation @ McKee Run 38,000 38,000 5,650 32,350 14.9% 38,000 38,000 5,650.00 14.9% documents
Unit 3 Cooling Water Line Life Developing contract
33 EG1210 M Extension 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0% 25,000 25,000 - 0.0% documents
Developing contract
34 EG1211 M Unit 3 Stack Repairs 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0% 25,000 25,000 - 0.0% documents
35 EG1212 M Unit 3 Turbine Inspection 1,021,000 348,000 - 348,000 0.0% 348,000 348,000 - 0.0% Deferred Construction in FY12.
36 EG1213 M Unit 3 Aux System Components 542,000 113,000 - 113,000 0.0% 113,000 113,000 - 0.0% Deferred Deferred to FY12.
37 EU1201 R Distribution Upgrades 500,000 500,000 210,677 289,323 42.1% 500,000 500,000 210,677 42.1% On-going
38 $ 5,962,300 $ 4,014,553 $ 1,073,231 $ 2,941,322 0.0% $ 4,014,553 $ 3,990,053 $ 1,073,231 26.9%
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40 Grand Totals $ 7,136,700 $ 4,982,693 $ 1,778,793 $ 3,203,900 31.6% $ 4,293,963 $ 4,356,508 $ 1,216,699 27.9%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is rebudgeted to start over each fiscal year.
B = Bonded Project
S = State fully or partially reimbursed project