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LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
AGENDA
JANUARY 12, 2015 - 6:00 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
15 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA
DOVER, DELAWARE
PUBLIC COMMENTS ARE WELCOMED ON ANY ITEM AND WILL BE PERMITTED AT APPROPRIATE
TIMES. WHEN POSSIBLE, PLEASE NOTIFY THE CITY CLERK (736-7008 OR E-MAIL AT
CITYCLERK@DOVER.DE.US) SHOULD YOU WISH TO BE RECOGNIZED.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
1. DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT - PERMISSION TO INCREASE AUTHORIZED STRENGTH OF POLICE
OFFICERS FROM 92 TO 102
(DUE TO TIME CONSTRAINTS, THIS ITEM HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE COUNCIL AGENDA FOR THE
MEETING BEING HELD LATER IN THE EVENING)
2. REVIEW OF TRAINING, CONFERENCE, AND TRAVEL POLICY
(STAFF RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE POLICY)
3. REVIEW OF EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SAFE COMMUNITIES ORDINANCE (REQUEST OF COUNCILMAN
ANDERSON)
4. UPDATES
A. CERTIFIED LOCAL GOVERNMENT APPLICATION
(STAFF RECOMMENDS APPROVAL OF THE APPLICATION AND THAT THE APPLICATION BE
FORWARDED TO THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICE, ACCOMPANIED BY A LETTER FROM
THE MAYOR)
B. “SAFE WHISTLES” NATIONAL RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION RECOMMENDED
GUIDELINES FOR CREDENTIALING VOLUNTEERS (BACKGROUND SCREENING FOR YOUTH
COACHES AND SPORTS OFFICIALS FOR ALL CITY RECREATION OFFERINGS)
(DURING THEIR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 25, 2013, COUNCIL APPROVED THE COMMITTEE’S
RECOMMENDATION THAT BACKGROUND CHECKS BE PERFORMED FOR ALL PARKS AND
RECREATION VOLUNTEERS AND CONTRACTORS, INCLUDING OFFICIALS, WHO WILL BE WORKING
DIRECTLY WITH YOUTH, EVERY THREE (3) YEARS, AND THAT STAFF IMPLEMENT A STAGGERED
APPROACH THAT WOULD REQUIRE COMPLIANCE BY OFFICIALS BY A CERTAIN DATE IN 2014)
5. ADJOURNMENT BY 7:00 P.M.
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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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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee AGENDA OF: 01-12-2015
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Police Department DATE SUBMITTED: 12-18-2014
PREPARED BY: Captain Tim Stump, Administrative Division Commander
SUBJECT: Addition of 10 police officers to the workforce, bringing the authorized strength to 102.
EXHIBITS: Permission to Recruit Form, Hiring Justification Outline, and Wage and Benefit Information
Form for Employee Hiring and Transfers
TIMETABLE: Due to time constraints with enrolling new recruits into the March 2015 Academy, we are
asking for consideration by City Council on 01-12-2015
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Committee and Council Approval to Increase authorized strength to
102 officers
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
The Dover Police Department’s authorized strength is currently 92 officers. It is essential for the department
to maintain the appropriate number of personnel to provide all levels of safety for the citizens of Dover.
However, due to the demands and needs of local businesses and citizens of this city, we are in need of
additional officers to effectively serve this community. Currently 23 officers, or 25%, of the sworn police
officers in the department are eligible to retire which would create major issues if there were to be a mass
exodus. We need to focus our efforts on enhancing our Community Policing practices. Programs such as
Neighborhood Watch, PAL (Police Athletic League), and Safety Awareness meetings will be implemented
or improved upon. These programs will help create an even stronger bridge between our department and the
community we serve. During manpower shortages, the Community Policing Unit is the first unit that is
depleted as we continually transfer members of that unit back to the Patrol Unit or other Special Units.
In 2012 we conducted a Workload Assessment and according to the Bartell Formula, which is used to
determine manpower needs, it revealed that we are in need of 12 additional police officers. As a result, we
are asking for 10 new police officers. We would like this to be done in two waves. A group of 5 new officers
would attend the Delaware State Police Academy in March of 2015 and the remaining 5 would attend in
September of 2015.
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PERMISSION TO RECRUIT REQUEST
TO: CITY MANAGER DATE: JANUARY 12, 2015
FROM: CHIEF PAUL M. BERNAT DEPARTMENT: DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT
TITLE OF POSTION: Police Officer NUMBER OF POSITIONS REQUESTED: 10
TYPE OF POSITION: (select one)
Regular Full-Time Regular Part-Time
Temporary Full-Time Temporary Part-Time
START EMPLOYMENT ON: Five (5) recruits to start academy in March of 2015 and five (5) to
start academy in September of 2015, for a total of 10.
OPENING IS DUE TO: (select one)
Termination Transfer Retirement
Promotion Resignation New Position
Other: N/A
NAME OF PREVIOUS EMPLOYEE: N/A
*TYPE OF RECRUITMENT DESIRED: All out-of-house job postings will be advertised in local
newspapers (State News & Dover Post), website and Dover TV.
PLEASE INDICATE ADDITIONAL WEBSITES OR PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS FOR RECRUITMENT:
Along with the publications listed above, we will also advertise in the News Journal.
Department Head Signature
Approved Denied Financial & Budgetary Review
Completed
City Manager Controller
Created: September 2012, Human Resources
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Hiring Justification Outline
1. Explain the principal function of this job.
The principal function of this position is to ensure security for the citizens of
Dover. The new hire would be responsible for enforcing the laws of the State of
Delaware within the limits of the City of Dover.
2. Explain why this position is critical and cannot go unfilled or postponed.
The department’s authorized strength is currently 92 officers. It is essential for
the department to maintain personnel to provide all levels of safety for the
citizens of Dover. However, due to the demands and needs of local businesses
and citizens of this city, we are in need of additional officers to effectively serve
the community. Currently 25% (23 officers) of the sworn police officers in the
department are eligible to retire which would create major issues if there were to
be a mass exodus. We need to focus our efforts on enhancing our Community
Policing practices. Programs such as Neighborhood Watch, PAL (Police Athletic
League), and Safety Awareness meetings will prove more effective. During
manpower shortages CPU is the first unit that is depleted as we always transfer
members of that unit back to Patrol. In 2012 we conducted a Workload
Assessment and according to the Bartell Formula, it revealed that we are in need
of 12 additional police officers to support the complaint load. As a result, we are
asking for a total of 10 new police officers. We would like this to be done in two
waves. A group of 5 new officers would attend the Delaware State Police
Academy in March of 2015 and the remaining 5 would attend in September of
2015.
3. How would City services diminish if this position were not filled or
postponed at this time?
The demands on the Police Department are becoming greater with a variety of
services requested. We are turning down requests on a more frequent basis with
the strain on the current manpower and without an increase in our authorized
strength; we are going to continue to struggle to fill these needs and will become
unable to continue to provide the level of services the citizens are accustomed to
receiving.
4. Are there other employees whose ability to perform would be diminished
by not filling or postponing this position?
Yes, the department’s performance would diminish overall by not maintaining
staffing needs to provide security and safety for all citizens within the City of
Dover.
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5. Is there a person that can be promoted into these positions and whose
position is less critical at this time and can go unfilled permanently or
temporarily?
No. These positions will be that of a new police officer.
6. Can one or more existing employees absorb the duties of these positions?
No. Please see above.
7. Could a temporary person be hired to fill these positions for 60 days?
No, due to the intense amount of training required to be a Dover Police Officer,
and the costs involved in sending recruits to the Delaware State Police Academy,
it is not feasible to fill these positions temporarily.
8. Grade / Salary Information
Patrolman / POL-01 $45,999.47 X 10
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Dover Police Department
FY15-FY16 Police Officer Payroll Costs
Cost for Ten Officers: Five Hires in Mar 15 and Five Hires in Sep 15
FY15 FY16 FY17 FY18 FY19 Total
(Mar-Jun 15) (Annual) (full year) (full year) (full year) 5-Year
Item Rate 5 Officers 10 Officers 10 Officers 10 Officers 10 Officers Cost Remarks
Salary annual 76,245 465,933 541,770 565,620 588,360 2,237,928 FOP union
contract rates
Unscheduled Overtime bgt amt* 9,034 49,809 54,500 54,500 54,500 222,343
Shift Differential bgt amt* 1,587 8,750 9,575 9,575 9,575 39,062
Social Security 6.20% 4,727 28,889 33,590 35,070 36,480 138,756
Medicare 1.45% 1,106 6,754 7,860 8,200 8,530 32,450
Health Insurance set amt* 22,834 125,902 137,758 137,758 137,758 562,010 employee +
spouse
Life Insurance 0.19% 143 868 1,010 1,050 1,090 4,161
Worker's Compensation 3.95% 3,008 18,388 21,380 22,320 23,220 88,316
AD&D 0.04% 28 165 200 200 210 803
Vision Insurance set amt* 66 366 400 400 400 1,632
OPEB 11.90% 9,073 55,448 64,470 67,310 70,010 266,311
Retirement 13.50% 10,293 62,897 73,140 76,360 79,430 302,120
Total Benefits 61,899 358,236 403,883 412,743 421,203 1,657,964
Total Salary + Benefits 138,144 824,169 945,653 978,363 1,009,563 3,895,892
Training, Uniforms, 55,260 55,260 2,700 6,860 6,860 126,940
Equipment & Ammo
Totals 193,404 879,429 948,353 985,223 1,016,423 4,022,832
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City of Dover
Wage and Benefit Information for Employee Hiring and Transfer Request
DEPARTMENT/DIVISION ORIGINATING REQUEST: POLICE
HIDE COLUMNS
FY15 Total
FY15 FY15 Budgeted # Mos. Lump Sum DO NOT
Current Separation Wages Benefits Wages & % Year Benefits To Date Wages To Date Vacation/Sick FY14 Total DELETE
Position Grade/Step Reason Person Date Budgeted Budgeted Benefits Wages Used Used Paid Benefits Paid Payment Paid To Date Balance Remarks
Accessions ‐ FY15 start
Budgeted Retirements ($220,700 budgeted and 220,700.00 ‐ 220,700.00 n/a ‐ ‐ ‐ 54,040.30 137,596.68 83,103.32 includes pmts to Fortney, 7/1/14
Totals 220,700.00 137,596.68 83,103.32
6/30/15
# Mos.
FY15 FY15 Total % Year Wages Benefits Total Pay
Position Position Reason Hire Date Salary Benefits Pay Needed Needed Wages Benefits Needed Remarks
New Positions
Police Officer Ptlm New Hire TBD 3/1/15 45,999.00 37,649.69 83,648.69 33.2% 4.0 15,248.98 12,481.13 27,730.11
The dates
Police Officer Ptlm New Hire TBD 3/1/15 45,999.00 37,649.69 83,648.69 33.2% 4.0 15,248.98 12,481.13 27,730.11
in this
Police Officer Ptlm New Hire TBD 3/1/15 45,999.00 37,649.69 83,648.69 33.2% 4.0 15,248.98 12,481.13 27,730.11
column are
Police Officer Ptlm New Hire TBD 3/1/15 45,999.00 37,649.69 83,648.69 33.2% 4.0 15,248.98 12,481.13 27,730.11
used in the
Police Officer Ptlm New Hire TBD 3/1/15 45,999.00 37,649.69 83,648.69 33.2% 4.0 15,248.98 12,481.13 27,730.11
formulas at
left.
Totals 229,995.00 188,248.45 418,243.45 76,244.92 62,405.65 138,650.57
Balance ($55,547.25)
DO NOT
12/15/14 current balances DELETE
retire sick vac total hrly
Officer date hrs hrs hrs Paid # rate Paid $
Fortney 8/16/14 1433 212 1645 1015 42.21 42,843.15
Humphrey 10/11/14 1274.5 292 1566.5 1255 43.06 54,040.30
Harrington 10/30/14 876.5 69 945.5 945.5 43.06 40,713.23
Total 137,596.68
Budget / Balance 220,700.00 83,103.32
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CITY OF DOVER
TRAINING, CONFERENCE & TRAVEL POLICY
A. INTRODUCTION
1. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines under which City of Dover employees, public officials, and
appointees will be reimbursed for authorized travel expenses incurred in the conduct of business for the City of
Dover, hereinafter referred to as “City.” In addition to the guidelines, specific procedures with regard to
incurring and reporting related expenses are provided.
2. Scope
This policy shall apply to employees of the City of Dover, elected officials, boards, commissions and others,
who are engaged in authorized travel and who expend City funds for travel purposes. The Mayor and Members
of City Council are not required to submit a Travel Authorization and Completion Form, but are required to
follow the financial and budget requirements of this policy.
While this policy does not cover every possible situation, it establishes adequate guidelines for employees and
officials to make appropriate and consistent judgments regarding the expenditure of City funds for reimbursable
expenses. The City of Dover will provide flexibility to meet the special needs and requirements of their
employees during travel.
It remains the responsibility of city management to control and approve travel-related expenditures. The City
Manager and Controller/Treasurer may impose more stringent rules when deemed appropriate or necessary.
The City Manager and Controller/Treasurer will review every three years the implementation of this Policy and
will provide policy interpretations and assistance to ensure effective and efficient implementation. Any
exceptions will be subject to approval by the City Manager and Controller/Treasurer. The City Manager and
Controller/Treasurer may also, on a case-by case basis, approve reimbursements exceeding the guideline
amounts referenced in this policy. In any such instance, a detailed explanation and substantiation (a receipt) is
required. Enforcement of this policy will be the responsibility of the Controller/Treasurer.
3. Responsibility
a. Employee, Public Official, or Appointee
· Comply with all provisions of this policy.
· Obtain the necessary approvals in advance for overnight travel and out-of-state use of City
vehicles. Provide a copy of the approval with the travel prepayment made by direct voucher.
· All expenses incurred in the course of City business are to be in accordance with the City’s
Administrative Policies and Rules of Ethics and must be paid solely from appropriated funds.
· Comply with the ten (10) working-day rule.
b. Department Director/City Manager/Council Designee
· Ensure compliance with this policy.
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· Review and approve each of their employees/official’s travel approval requests and
reimbursable expenses.
· Ensure sufficient funds are available for all anticipated expenses.
c. Signatures on the Travel Expense Report (City of Dover Form 030 Exhibit B) certify that the expenses
were incurred by the employee/official requesting reimbursement for official City business, are
reimbursable in accordance with this policy, and have not been reimbursed except as indicated on this
form.
Required signatures for expenses are:
· Employee
· Supervisor
· Department Director or Council Designee
B. TRAINING AND CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES
1. Request for payment of registration fees shall be accompanied by the registration form.
2. City Council, Planning Commission and the Mayor are offered opportunities to attend courses designed for
governmental officials. Any member of Council wanting to take advantage of these courses offered by the
following organizations will submit to the City Clerk’s office their request for registration.
- Delaware League of Local Governments
- National League of Cities
- US Conference of Mayors
- International City Managers Association
- Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)
- American Public Power Association (APPA)
- American Public Works Association (APWA)
- American Planning Association
- Organizations that provide Continuing Education credits for professional license
renewals of applicable staff.
Any courses not offered by these organizations will be submitted to the City Manager and
Controller/Treasurer for concurrence.
C. TRAVEL AUTHORIZATION
All out-of-state travel that extends beyond one day shall be approved by the City Manager. All requests shall be
made on the "Travel Authorization Form” (City of Dover - Form 047 Exhibit A). A copy of the conference or
meeting program must be attached to the form. The authorization form must be submitted to the City Manager
in a reasonable amount of time prior to the traveling day.
The Department Director or City Manager may impose specific requirements as to the time the authorization
form must be submitted prior to travel. Employees and Officials traveling on official City business should be
aware that the approval is for travel only, and is not a blanket approval of the expenses incurred.
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A travel packet including the authorization form, the meeting program/itinerary, and the purchase orders for
advanced costs must be submitted to the Accounts Payable Department. The Purchase Orders for the advanced
costs should include the necessary supporting documentation. It does not require the submission of duplicate
information. Please note Purchase Orders for registration costs must include the Registration form unless
previously submitted; submission for hotel and airfare costs must include documentation of the individual costs
unless previously submitted.
D. TRANSPORTATION: COMMON CARRIER
1. General
All trips requiring the use of common carrier must be pre-approved by the appropriate approval authority.
The mode of travel must be justified on the basis of the most economical use of time of the personnel involved,
the cost of optional travel modes, and the requirements of the trip.
All common carrier reservations must be consistent with reasonable business travel planning, common carrier
will be booked at the lowest available fare. If the lowest available fare is turned down by the traveler, the
traveler's explanation for the denial is to be provided with the travel authorization request.
Travelers should be advised to make travel reservations as far in advance as possible to attain the lowest fares,
including non-refundable tickets. Travelers may not specify particular airlines or other carriers to accumulate
mileage on promotional plans such as frequent flyer programs.
In order to take advantage of special discount rates (supersaver fares, etc.), reimbursement to an employee may
be made prior to a trip being taken under the following conditions:
a. Documentation of the substantial savings that will accrue to the City (e.g., supersaver discounts).
b. Employee's proof of payment on a statement from the airline, other than credit card receipts.
Most airlines will not give refunds or partial refunds for supersaver airfares.
It is encouraged to examine the advantage of fares requiring early trip departure or delayed return. However, it
is important to consider the additional cost of meals and lodging for the required extra day(s) stay when
comparing cost.
2. Air Travel
a. Accommodations - When commercial airlines are used as a mode of travel, accommodations shall
be coach/economy class unless some other class accommodations are more economical.
b. Routing of Travel - All travel will be by the most economical and direct routes.
In the event that a person travels by an indirect route for personal convenience, the extra expense
shall be the responsibility of the individual. Reimbursement for expenses shall be based only on
the cost of the most economical and direct route.
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c. Conference Airfare Arrangements
When attending a conference, always check conference materials to see if special airline discounts
are offered. When a special airline discount rate is offered and conferees are instructed to go
directly to an airline to obtain the discount fare, the employee should compare the conference
rates through the internet with all other airline rates available before scheduling airline
reservations. The employee should always book the lowest fare possible. (See Section F.3. for
Conference Lodging Arrangements).
3. Rail Travel
1. Accommodations
When it has been determined that rail travel is the most appropriate mode of transportation, the most
economical class accommodations shall be utilized.
E. TRANSPORTATION: PASSENGER VEHICLES
1. City-Owned Vehicles
City-owned vehicles should be utilized for both in-state and out-of-state travel when such use is the most
practical and economical mode of transportation, including the cost of tolls, fuel and parking.
2. Use of Privately-Owned Vehicles
a. The use of privately owned vehicles for any City travel (both in state and out-of-state) should only
be used when a City Vehicle is not available. The use of a privately owned vehicle for City travel
shall require the prior approval of the City Manager and Department Director. Reimbursement of
private vehicle expenses shall be at the Council approved rate as indicated on Exhibit B for actual
and necessary miles traveled. Beginning and ending odometer readings are required for the
reimbursement for mileage.
b. In considering approval for use of personal vehicles, the approval authority shall take into
consideration the cost of alternative modes of travel and the cost of meals and lodging for the
additional travel/transit days. Mileage reimbursements shall not exceed the cost of airfare plus
travel to/from the airport.
c. When two or more employees travel in a privately owned vehicle, only one mileage reimbursement
will be allowed at times when one vehicle is sufficient to carry all passengers.
3. Rental Cars
a. General
The use of a rental car when traveling out of state must be justified as an economical need and not
as a matter of personal convenience. Prior approval by the Department Director and City
Manager is required before arranging for car rental. All rentals should be at the most economical
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rate per day including government rates or special rate agreements. When traveling in groups,
sharing of cars, when practical, must be done to minimize costs. The city will not pay for the use
of a rental car to accommodate family members or non-business associates traveling with the
employee, public official, or appointee.
b. Vehicle Size
Whenever possible, compact cars shall be rented or reserved. However, if a larger size vehicle is
more economical or more than two city travelers are traveling together the larger vehicle may be
appropriate. Any representative of the City requesting an upgrade of the size of a rented vehicle
shall provide a written explanation of their reasons to the City Manager. A receipt is always
required.
c. Insurance
(1) The optional insurance coverage offered by the car rental agency must be declined when
the traveler charges the rental car. The traveler will automatically receive primary
coverage under the City blanket insurance policy for travel. When insurance is declined,
the policy covers collision damage, theft, fire and vandalism. Reimbursements for
additional or optional insurance coverage will not be allowed.
(2) Other. Travelers not covered under the blanket insurance policy may be covered by their
personal automobile insurance policy or other personal credit cards. Travelers should
check their automobile policy and credit card policy for business travel coverage and
accept or decline additional coverage accordingly. Reimbursement for additional or
optional insurance coverage will not be allowed.
d. Refueling Before Return
To avoid a refueling surcharge, all rental cars shall be refueled before returning the vehicle to the
rental company. Any surcharges billed to the employee, public official, appointee, or City shall
be explained in the reimbursement request.
e. Reservations
Approved car rental reservations shall be made in advance whenever possible. The employee
should compare car rental rates and always look to reserve the lowest rental.
F. LODGING
1. General
City travelers are expected to seek accommodations that are comfortable, convenient, meet business and
personal needs and offer good value. Employees are expected to compare local lodging rates in the area prior to
reserving lodging.
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2. Accommodation
a. Lodging accommodations for reasonably priced single occupancy rooms are reimbursable when the
traveler is away from home overnight due to official travel.
b. Accommodations shared with family members or others not on official City business are
reimbursable at the single occupancy rate only.
c. Accommodations shared with other City travelers should be billed and reimbursed to one traveler.
When required, reimbursements to more than one traveler shall be based on a pro rata share as
reported on each reimbursement request.
3. Conference Lodging Arrangements
When hotel rooms are blocked for a conference, seminar, etc., and a special discounted conference hotel rate
provided, the employee/official should compare conference rates with the rates for other local hotels within a
three (3) block radius of the conference. The employee is urged to reserve hotel accommodations that offer the
best value to the City. This includes conference rate, government rate or lower rate, for the employee/official.
If a lower rate is not available, the conferees should make their lodging arrangements directly utilizing the
conference instructions. Conference lodging will be considered to accommodate persons with special
circumstances.
4. Occupancy Tax
The City is exempt from the tax on occupancy of hotel, motel and tourist home rooms within Delaware only.
When instate overnight accommodations are necessary, the employee should be provided with a copy of the
Occupancy Tax Exemption Certificate (see Exhibit C) to be presented to the lodging facility. Tax on occupancy
of hotels in other states must be paid.
G. MEAL ALLOWANCES
1. General
The City will pay for or reimburse an employee/official for the necessary and reasonable cost of meals and
incidental expenses incurred during out of state travel requiring overnight lodging.
Additional meal costs incurred over and above those provided as part of a conference or registration fee are not
reimbursable, unless justified as a special circumstance and approved by the City Manager and
Controller/Treasurer (e.g. special meeting or diet restrictions).
Exceptions are to be pre-approved by the City Manager and Controller/Treasurer.
There will not be any reimbursement for meals when the meals are provided as part of the conference/training
or by the host organization and when meals are provided as part of the hotel service and/or airfare.
Only per diem rates as prescribed by the Federal Government for official travel will be provided for Meals and
Incidental Expenses (M&IE). (\\doverfp\Public Docs\Policies & Procedures\Travel\FY2015_PerDiemRates.pdf)
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If an employee is traveling partial days on any calendar day, the City will prorate the applicable M&IE rate at
75 percent. This applies to both day of departure and day of return. Partial travel days begin when an employee
leaves Dover after 12:00 noon on the day of departure and returns to Dover by 5:00 PM on the day of arrival.
When meals are provided at the conference or by the host, the meal allowance will be reduced by 25% for each
meal provided. Continental Breakfast provided by the hotel or at the conference is counted as a meal, unless
justified as a special circumstance and approved by the City Manager and Controller/Treasurer (e.g. special
meeting or diet restrictions).
2. Day Trips, In-state Travel and Before or After Hours
The meal allowance for day trips out of the City will be reimbursed at actual cost, as long as it does not exceed
25% of the normal per diem per the M&IE Allowance. The meal allowance for working before or after hours
as a general rule are not encouraged, but may be approved by the City Manager and/or Controller/Treasurer on
a case-by-case basis. At no time can the amount exceed the allowances established.
H. CASH ADVANCES
General/Blanket travel advance checks will not be issued to employees, public officials, or appointees.
Employees, public officials, and appointees will be reimbursed for specific travel related expenses after the trip
or event has been completed.
The City will pay specific travel and lodging costs in advance as long as the request deadlines are met.
Employees, public officials, and appointees shall use a City purchase order when requesting travel cost
advances. Department Directors should use their City credit card for business travel. Directors may approve
the use of their departmental travel credit card when arranging employee travel. Under urgent situations and
with prior approval, employees and officials can also use a personal credit card and request reimbursement
when they return.
The City will pay in advance the following costs:
Please note: A travel packet including the Travel authorization form, the meeting program/itinerary, and a
purchase order for the advanced costs listed below must be submitted to the Accounts Payable Department no
later than 12 days prior to the event.
a) Conference/Training registration fees. Such payment will be made payable and mailed directly
to the organization. This will be done through a purchase order submitted by the department upon
receipt of the approved Travel Authorization Form. A copy of the registration form describing the
specific event must be attached to the purchase order. The Employee Travel packet must be
submitted to Accounts Payable prior to/or along with the purchase order request for advance travel
expenses.
b) Airfare. Airfare is normally reserved on-line through the internet and paid with a City credit card after
travel approval has been received. (See City Credit Card Policy)
c) Lodging. Upon receipt of the approved Travel authorization form, the department may submit a
purchase order for lodging. The check will be made payable to the hotel and will be given to the
person for whom the lodging arrangements are made. The department must provide supporting
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documentation including the daily lodging rates and applicable taxes along with the purchase order.
Lodging reservations can be held with the use of a City Credit Card. (See City Credit Card Policy)
d) Meal allowance. An advance for the M&IE Allowance, which includes both meals and incidental
expenses, will be permitted for meals not provided by the conference or training as indicated in Section
G (1) above. Only per diem rates as prescribed by the Federal Government for official travel will be
provided for M&IE Allowance.
I. TRAVEL EXPENSE REIMBURSEMENT
1. General
Travel Expense Report (City of Dover Form 30) is due to Accounts Payable within ten (10) working
days after travel or an expense is incurred. (Ten working-day rule)
a. Timely reimbursement can be assured only if an accurate, properly substantiated Travel Expense
Report is received to Accounts Payable ten (10) working days after completion of the trip.
b. Failure to submit timely Travel Expense Reports after the completion of a trip will result in
administrative action, such as notification to the Department Director and denial of future travel
requests.
Travel Expense Reports for local travel and related expenses are to be submitted monthly. In no case shall a
reimbursement be made to an employee for travel/conference/training related expenses incurred in
excess of 90 days.
Note: This section pertains to only those travel expenses paid by the traveler; not to travel expenses directly
billed to/paid by the City.
2. Receipt Requirements and Other Reimbursement Criteria
a. Tickets booked on common carriers (airline, rail or bus) require original copy of the paid invoice
or email confirmation containing total travel costs for arrangements booked on-line.
b. Hotel/motel bills shall be the original copy of hotel/motel billing marked paid.
c. Ground transportation, including airport shuttle, taxi or public transit requires a receipt.
d. Car rental reimbursements require paid invoice from the rental company.
e. Meals do not require receipts and are not reimbursable above the maximum daily/partial day per
meal allowance. Tips are included in the M&IE Allowance and will not be reimbursed
separately. When more than one City employee, public official, or appointee’s meals are being
reimbursed, each employee must submit a separate Travel Expense Reimbursement for their
allowance. , including a receipt from the dining facility attached.
f. Hotel/motel related expenses should be documented identifying the date and the cost for each
category with the following requirements:
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(1) Out-of-pocket costs for incidental items such as tips, baggage handling and maid service are
not individually reimbursable by the City of Dover. Costs included under this category are
included in the M&IE per diem rate. Only per diem rates as prescribed by the Federal
Government for official travel will be provided for M&IE allowance.
(2) City-business related telephone calls are reimbursable as incurred and require a receipt from
the telephone service provider or included on the hotel/motel billing invoice.
g. Lodging at campgrounds using traveler’s camper or recreational vehicle is reimbursable at the
actual cost, not to exceed the equivalent cost of hotel/motel lodging. Receipt is required.
h. Other Reimbursement Categories
Reimbursement for the following categories should be submitted on a schedule identifying the
date, the cost and the category. All supporting receipts must be attached:
1) The City will reimburse employees for hotel and airport self-parking. The City encourages all
employees to seek ‘economy and budget parking’.
2) The City will not reimburse employees for Valet parking, unless prior approval has been
granted by the City Manager and Controller.
3) The City will reimburse employees the cost of tolls for interstates, turnpike, bridges and/or
ferries. All travel expenses require a receipt.
4) The City will reimburse employees for necessary airport baggage fee. A receipt is required.
i. Gasoline and/or Other Supplies require a receipt.
Need for emergency repairs incidental to using a City-owned vehicle shall require a Vendor
receipt.
j. Department Director pre-approval is required to receive reimbursement for Internet Access Costs
for city business. These costs must be substantiated with receipts and validation by the
Information Technology Department.
k. While traveling overnight out-of-state, the City will reimburse employees for the cost of up to two
(2) personal telephone calls not to exceed $8 per trip. A receipt is required for reimbursement.
l. Reimbursements for travel expenses incurred without required receipts, as outlined, is strictly
prohibited. A "no receipt - no reimbursement" policy applies
3. Non- Reimbursable Expenses
The City shall not reimburse expenses for the following:
a. Alcoholic beverages.
b. In-room movies or pay television.
c. Theater tickets or nightclub entertainment.
d. Laundry.
e. Babysitting.
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f. Related expenses of spouse, children and other persons accompanying the authorized
employee or official.
g. Pleasure, historic or other tour related expenses. Expenses for business related tours would
be reimbursed.
h. Donations and gifts made while at training, conference, or meeting.
i. Loss or damage of personal items.
j. Meals for other conference attendees.
k. Purchase of personal items.
l. Any parking or moving violation fines.
m. Any personal or pleasure travel while on City business.
J. CHARTER AND CODE OF CONDUCT
All City of Dover policies are subject to the City of Dover Charter Part 1, Subpart A, Article II, Section 12
“Compensation and expenses - Mayor and Council and other elected or appointed officials”, whereas,
“Members of the council, mayor and other elected or appointed officials shall receive reimbursement for actual
and necessary expenses incurred when on official business as prescribed by city ordinance or policy” and; Part
II Code of Ordinances Chapter 2, Article 1, Division 4 “Code of Conduct”, which is “applicable to all elected
and appointed officials and to all employees of the City of Dover.”
K. INTERNAL REVENUE CODE - DEFINITION OF PUBLIC OFFICIAL
Generally, if there is any provision in a public law which authorizes the employment of the individual, and the
individual is hired or elected under this authority, the individual is considered an employee of the State or
political subdivision to which the provision applies.
The following factors indicate that an office is a “public office.”
The office was created by the constitution or through legislation, or by a municipality or other body
with authority conferred by the legislature.
The office was delegated a portion of the powers of the government body.
The powers conferred and the duties to be discharged are defined either directly or indirectly law or
through legislative authority.
The duties are being performed independently and without control of a superior power other than the
law.
The office has some permanency and continuity, and the officer takes an official oath.
Examples of public officers are: the president and vice president, a governor or mayor, the secretary
of state, a member of a legislative body, such as a state legislature, county commission, city council,
school board, a judge, a justice of the peace, and members of advisory boards and committees.
L. REVIEW & REVISION
The City of Dover Travel Policy will be reviewed every three years by the City Manager, Controller/Treasurer
and City Clerk to provide recommended changes to City Council for approval.
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EXHIBITS
Exhibit A - COD Travel Authorization Form (Form 47)
Exhibit B - COD Travel Expense Report Form (Form 30)
Exhibit C - COD Exemption Certificate Form 99A
REVISION RECORD
Revised: November 24, 2003
Revised: February 9, 2004
Revised: July 24, 2006
Revised: March 23, 2009
Revised: January 23, 2012
EXHIBIT A
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EXHIBIT B
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EXHIBIT C
CITY OF DOVER
DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE
EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE
TAX ON OCCUPANCY OF HOTEL AND MOTEL AND TOUR IST HOME ROOMS
In accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 5253(I), no tax shall be imposed under section
4251 upon any payment received for services or facilities furnished to the government of any State,
or any political subdivision thereof, or the District of Columbia.
This Part to be Completed by the Operator
Name of Hotel, Motel, or Tourist Home Fed. EI or SS number
Address City State Zip Code
This Part to be Completed by the Occupant
This is to certify that I, the undersigned, am a representative of the City of Dover, Delaware; that the
charges for the occupancy at the above establishment on the dates set forth below has been or will
be paid for by the City of Dover, a government unit; and that such charges are incurred in the
performance of my official duties as a representative or employee of the governmental unit.
Name (Please type or print) Signature
City of Dover 51-6000092
Governmental Unit Tax I.D. # Title
P.O. Box 475 Dover DE 19903-0475
Address City State Zip Code
Date(s) of Occupancy
If additional information is needed, please contact the City of Dover Finance Director at (302) 736-
7018.
NOTE: A separate Exemption Certificate is required for each occupancy and for each representative
or employee.
THIS EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE IS TO BE RETAINED BY THE OPERATORS OF
HOTELS, MOTELS, AND TOURIST HOMES AS EVIDENCE OF EXEMPT OCCUPANCY.
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Planning DATE SUBMITTED: 1/2/15
PREPARED BY: Ann Marie Townshend, AICP, Director of Planning & Community Development
SUBJECT: Certified Local Government Application
REFERENCE: N/A
RELATED PROJECT: N/A
REVIEWED BY: N/A
EXHIBITS: CLG Application Materials
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: N/A AMOUNT BUDGETED: N/A
FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): N/A
TIME TIMETABLE: Submission of Application to State Historic Preservation Office by 1/31/2014
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends that the Committee recommend approval of the application
and forwarding the application to the State Historic Preservation Office, to be accompanied by a letter from the
Mayor.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
In 1980, an amendment to the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 established the Certified Local
Government (CLG) program to involve local governments in national preservation efforts. Most states,
including Delaware, created programs extending CLG status to local communities with a local historic
preservation district and a historic preservation commission. The CLG program provides technical assistance to
support historic preservation efforts and eligibility for federal Historic Preservation Funds. In addition, localities
participating in the CLG program participate in the National Register nomination process for historic properties
and are strongly considered for training and technical assistance from the State Historic Preservation Office
(SHPO).
The 2008 Comprehensive Plan included a recommendation within the Implementation Chapter (Chapter 15,
page 179) to “Obtain Certified Local Government (CLG) through the National Park Service.” In November
2013, City Council instructed the Planning Office to compile the CLG application. After a vacancy was filled
on the Historic District Commission in Summer 2014, staff was able to compile the information needed to
complete the application. Providing the qualifications of Commission members is one of the application
requirements. The draft application is attached for review by the Committee and will be presented to the
Historic District Commission for their review on January 15, 2015. If recommended by City Council, staff will
submit the application to the State Historic Preservation Office along with a letter from the Mayor. This letter
will be drafted once the Historic District Commission has taken action on the application. Following the review
of the CLG application, the City will enter into a certification agreement prepared by SHPO which outlines the
local government responsibilities under the certification.
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Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
21 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
T: (302) 736-7400
http://history.delaware.gov/
Delaware’s Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Application
Instructions:
1. Local governments must submit this completed application along with the requested
materials to be considered for Certified Local Government (CLG) status. For detailed
information regarding the CLG Program’s benefits, requirements and procedures, please
review Delaware’s Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Guidelines.
2. Typed responses are preferred.
3. SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Certified Local Government Coordinator
Division of Historical and Cultural Affairs
21 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
Local Government: City of Dover, Delaware
Primary CLG Contact (Optional) Please specify who will be the local government’s primary
point of contact for the CLG Program.
Name: Ann Marie Townshend, AICP
Dawn Melson-Williams, AICP
Title: City Planner (Ann Marie)
Principal Planner (Dawn)
Phone: (302) 736-7196
Email: atownshend@dover.de.us
dmelson@dover.de.us
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Delaware’s Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Application
Mailing Address: City of Dover
Department of Planning & Inspections
15 Loockerman Plaza
P.O. Box 475
Dover DE 19903
Application Prepared By (Leave blank if same as Primary CLG Contact noted above)
Name: ---
Title: ---
Phone: ---
Email: ---
Mailing Address: ---
Request by Local Government’s Chief Elected Official
1. Attach a signed letter from the local government’s chief elected official requesting to
participate in the CLG Program.
(check to confirm)
Historic Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance):
1. Attach a copy of the local government’s ordinance that allows for the designation and
protection of historic properties.
(check to confirm)
2. Does the ordinance include each of the provisions outlined in Section III.A of Delaware’s
Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Guidelines?
Yes / No
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Delaware’s Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Application
Local Historic Preservation Review Commission (Commission):
1. What is the name of the Commission assigned to carry out the provisions of the ordinance?
________City of Dover Historic District Commission___________________________________
2. Is the Commission responsible for all of the duties outlined in Section III.B of Delaware’s
Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Guidelines?
Yes / No
3. Does the Commission consist of at least five (5) members?
Yes / No
4. Attach resumes for all current members of the Commission that demonstrate their interest,
experience, or knowledge in historic preservation.
(check to confirm)
5. Do any members of the Commission meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Professional
Qualifications Standards outlined in Appendix A of Delaware’s Certified Local Government
(CLG) Program Guidelines? If yes, specify the number of Commissioners meeting the
applicable fields below:
Yes / No
___1__ History
_______ Archaeology
___1__ Architectural History
___1___ Architecture
6. Attach a copy of the Commission’s by-laws or rules of procedure.
i. Are they publicly available? If so, describe:
Yes / No
The By-Laws of the Historic District Commission of the City of Dover are available in
hardcopy format by contacting the Department of Planning & Inspections Office,
City Hall at 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware or phone (302) 736-7196.
ii. Do they include a section prohibiting conflict of interest? If so, describe:
Yes / No
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Delaware’s Certified Local Government (CLG) Program Application
Specifically within the By-Laws, Section 12 – Conflict of Interest is defined. “A
conflict of interest shall at a minimum be any vested interest by a member or a
member’s immediate family in a project being reviewed by the Commission or
ownership in property by a member or a member’s immediately family that is
within 200 feet of a project being reviewed.” Where a conflict of interest exists, the
member cannot vote on any Architectural Review Certificate application.
iii. Does the Commission hold at least four (4) regularly scheduled meetings per year?
Yes / No
Survey and Inventory
1. Does the local government agree to maintain a publicly available list and map of locally-
designated landmarks and local historic districts?
Yes / No
2. If undertaken, does the local government agree to conduct historic property surveys in
accordance with the SHPO’s most recent survey guidelines and, upon completion, submit
copies of all forms and reports?
Yes / No
Public Participation:
1. Are the Commission’s meetings announced by public notice with an agenda, open to the
public, and conducted in accordance with the Delaware Freedom of Information Act (29 Del.
C. §100)?
Yes / No
2. Does the local government maintain publicly-available minutes of the Commission’s
decisions and actions, including applicable standards and criteria for reaching such
determinations?
Yes / No
3. Are all of the Commission’s decisions and actions made in a public forum and all affected
applicants notified of such determinations?
Yes / No
4. Does the local government agree to participate in the review of National Register
nominations as outlined in Section III.D.5 of Delaware’s Certified Local Government (CLG)
Program Guidelines?
Yes / No
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Historic Zoning Ordinance (Ordinance)
The ordinances for the City of Dover that allows for the designation and protection
of historic properties are found within the City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance. The following sections of the Zoning Ordinance
as currently adopted are provided as reference:
Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 21 - Historic
district (H)
Zoning Ordinance, Article 8 – Enforcement and Penalties, Section 3 –
Duties of the city planner and Section 4 – Violations and penalties
Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 – Planning Commission, Section 3 – Historic
district commission and architectural review and Section 4 – Development
information requirements
Zoning Ordinance, Article 12 – Definitions (Excerpt of Definitions
associated with Historic District activities.)
In addition, the Historic District design guidelines and standards document which
serves as the guiding document for review of applications for Architectural Review
Certification by the City Planner (Staff) and the Historic District Commission is
the Design Standards and Guidelines for the City of Dover Historic District Zone.
This document is available in a hardcopy format from the Department of Planning
and Inspections and in pdf format on the Department’s page of the City’s website
www.cityofdover.com.
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Article 3 - District Regulations
Section 21. - Historic district (H).
21.1 Purpose. The purpose of this historic district regulation is to preserve and enhance
that unique character and value of the old portion of Dover as an area of special charm and
interest. It is particularly intended that the regulations prevent, in the historic district, any
change of conditions that would be deemed to be a disfigurement or degradation of the
present unique visual and architectural qualities of the district.
21.2 [Use and bulk requirements.] In the historic district, use[s] and bulk shall be
governed by those provisions of this ordinance related to the zone designation of each
property, except those aspects of building height, bulk and setback that are subject to
architectural review as set forth in article 10, section 3 of this ordinance.
21.3 [Architectural review certificate.] An architectural review certificate shall be required
for the demolition, construction, reconstruction, alteration or restoration of any new or
existing structure or where general exterior repairs are made within the historic district, as
provided in article 10, section 3 of this ordinance.
21.4 [Amendments, supplements and repeals.] The city council shall not take any action
to amend, supplement, or repeal the historic district in accordance with article 10, section
5, amendments, without a report by the historic district commission in accordance with
article 10, section 3.3, unless the historic district commission fails to render such a report
within 75 days after its regularly scheduled meeting following referral by the city council.
21.5 [Signs.] Signs shall meet the regulations found in article 5, section 4, supplementary
sign regulations.
(Ord. of 3-24-1986; Ord. of 7-26-1993; Ord. of 2-12-2001)
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Article 8 – Enforcement and Penalties
Section 3. - Duties of the city planner.
3.1 It shall be the duty of the city planner to enforce the provisions of this ordinance and all of
the rules, conditions and requirements adopted or specified pursuant thereto.
3.2 It shall be the duty of the city planner to interpret the provisions of this ordinance. Appeals
of the city planner(s interpretation shall be heard by the board of adjustment in accordance of
article 9
3.3 The city planner shall maintain files, open to the public, of all applications filed, along with
plans submitted therewith pursuant to this appendix.
3.4 The city planner shall maintain files, open to the public, of all complaints of violations of
provisions of this of this ordinance, as well as any action taken as a result of this complaint.
The names of complainants shall not be open to the public.
3.5 The city planner and his duly authorized assistants shall have the right to enter upon any
land that is the subject of an application under this appendix during any reasonable hour, as
necessary in the execution of the requirements of this appendix.
(Ord. of 4-28-2008(2))
Charter reference— Power of city to appoint building inspector and prescribe his powers and
duties, subpart A, § 22.
Section 4. - Violations and penalties.
4.1 Violation of any provision or requirement of this ordinance or violation of any statement,
plan, application, permit or certificate approved under the provisions of this ordinance shall be
considered a misdemeanor.
4.2 The owner, general agent or contractor of a building, premises, or part thereof, where
such a violation had been committed or does exist, shall be guilty of such misdemeanor.
4.3 Any agent, contractor, architect, builder, corporation or other person who commits, takes
part or assists in such violation shall be guilty of such misdemeanor.
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Article 10 – Planning Commission
Section 3. - Historic district commission and architectural review.
3.1 Historic district commission established.
3.11 Creation and purpose. There shall be a historic district commission for the
purpose of assisting the planning commission and city planner in reviewing
applications for architectural review certifications as specified in subsection 3.2; and
for making recommendations for designation of historic district zones; and for
establishing guidelines for the preservation and conservation of historic district
zones; and for advising other officials and departments in the City of Dover in matters
concerning historic preservation; and for reviewing all proposed National Register
nominations in the City of Dover; and for acting as a liaison on behalf of the City of
Dover to individuals and organizations concerned with historic preservation; and for
carrying out programs of historic preservation education in the City of Dover.
3.12 Appointment. The commission shall consist of five members nominated by the
mayor and approved by the city council, who are residents of the City of Dover and
who have demonstrated special interest, experience, or knowledge in history,
architecture, or historic preservation. Two of the members, to the extent available,
shall be professional members representing the professions of architecture, history,
archaeology, planning, historic preservation or related disciplines. At least two
members shall be residents of the district, and at least one shall represent the
business within the district.
3.13 Term. The members of the commission shall serve for three-year staggered
terms. Vacancies shall be filled within 60 days in accordance with subsection 3.12.
3.14 Organization. The commission shall meet at least four times per year in a
place that is advertised in advance and open to the public and shall keep minutes of
its meetings that are available to the public. All review decisions shall be made in
public. The commission shall establish bylaws for its general procedure, which shall
include a section addressing conflicts of interest. The commission shall produce an
annual report of its activity that is kept on file for public review with the city planning
office.
3.2 Architectural review certification.
3.21 Effect of architectural review certificate. No building permit or certificate of
occupancy may be issued for any structure in the historic district until an architectural
review certificate is issued as required under article 3, section 21, subsection 21.3 for
the historic district.
3.22 Architectural review certification by the city planner.
(A) An architectural review certificate for specific classes of building permits,
including fences, signs, siding, window and door replacement, roofing, the
addition or replacement of decorative features, minor demolition, residential
additions, and other construction of a minor nature, may be issued by the city
planner, after a review and determination that the proposed construction is in
general accordance with the standards set forth in subsection 3.25.
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(B) The city planner may refer any permit application for demolition or
construction in the historic district for consultation with commission.
(C) All decisions of the city planner pursuant to this subsection shall be
documented on the building permit. When the city planner grants a
conditional approval under this section, all conditions of approval shall be set
forth in writing on the building permit. In the event of a denial, the reasons for
such denial shall be documented in a written notice of decision which shall
identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the provisions
or intent of this section.
(D) An applicant may appeal the decision of the city planner to the historic
district commission and such appeal shall be considered as an architectural
review certification application to the historic district commission and shall
meet all of the requirements set forth in subsection 3.23.
3.23 Architectural review certification by the historic district commission.
(A) The historic district commission shall issue architectural review
certificates for the construction or demolition of single-family and two-family
homes, and nonresidential structures or additions involving a gross floor area
of 3,000 square feet or less, after review of the proposed construction and
after a determination that the construction is in general accordance with the
standards set forth in subsection 3.25 below.
(B) All applications to the historic district commission for architectural review
certification shall be subject to the procedures set forth in subsection 3.26.
(C) All decisions of the historic district commission pursuant to this
subsection shall be formalized in a written notice of decision. When the
commission grants a conditional approval under this subsection, all
conditions of approval shall be set forth in writing in the notice of decision. In
the event of a denial, the notice of decision shall state the reasons for denial
and shall identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the
provisions or intent of this subsection.
(D) An applicant may appeal the decision of the historic district commission
to the planning commission, and such appeal shall be considered as an
architectural review certification application to the planning commission and
shall meet all of the requirements set forth in subsection 3.24 and subsection
3.26.
3.24 Architectural review certification by the planning commission.
(A) The planning commission shall issue architectural review certificates
referred or appealed to it, upon review of the recommendations of the historic
district commission and upon a determination that the proposed construction
is in accordance with the standards set forth in subsection 3.25.
(B) All applications to the planning commission for architectural review
certification shall be subject to the procedures set forth in subsection 3.26.
(C) All decisions of the planning commission pursuant to this subsection
shall be formalized in a written notice of decision. When the planning
commission grants a conditional approval under this subsection, all
conditions of approval shall be set forth in writing in the notice of decision. In
the event of a denial, the notice of decision shall state the reasons for denial
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and shall identify all elements of the application found to be contrary to the
provisions or intent of this subsection.
3.25 Architectural review standards.
(A) An architectural review certificate may be issued if it is found that the
architectural style, general design, height, bulk and setbacks, arrangement,
location and materials and structures affecting the exterior appearance are
generally in harmony with neighboring structures and complementary to the
traditional architectural standards of the historic district as set forth in the
historic district design guidelines and standards adopted by the planning
commission and as set forth in the United States Secretary of the Interior's
Standards for Rehabilitation.
(B) The city planner, historic district commission or planning commission
shall not consider normal maintenance and repair (see Definitions, article
12), interior arrangement, or building features not subject to public view.
3.26 Procedures for an architectural review by the historic district commission
and/or planning commission.
(A) Architectural preapplication meeting. Prior to action on any application
for an architectural review certificate, the applicant shall meet in person with
the city planner or his delegated representative. The purpose of such
conference shall be to discuss the proposed construction or other action
requiring the certificate in order to determine what information is useful in the
determination of conformity with the provisions and intent of the historic
district regulation as expressed in this article.
(B) Application and fee. The application to the historic district commission for
an architectural review certificate and related information shall be submitted
to the city planner at least 30 days prior to the historic district commission
meeting at which review is requested and shall be accompanied by a fee as
provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines.
(C) Public hearing. Prior to the review and action on an architectural review
certification, the historic district commission shall hold a public hearing
subject to the following public notification procedures:
(1) The applicant shall advertise the public hearing newspaper of
general circulation at least 15 days prior thereto.
(2) The applicant shall notify, by mail, all property owners within 200
feet of the extreme limits of the subject property as their names
appear on the municipal tax record at least 15 days prior thereto.
(3) The applicant shall post a notice outlining the date, time, place,
and nature of the hearing in a conspicuous location on the
property. Such notice shall be designed in accordance with
standards set forth by the planning commission.
(4) The applicant shall provide the planning office with a copy of the
notice, verification of newspaper publication, a date-stamped
photo of the property posting, and post office mail receipts
indicating date of mailing for all letters on or before the meeting
date.
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(5) Said notices shall state the date, time, and place of the hearings
before the historic district commission, a brief description of the
project and shall state that a copy of the application and plan is
on file with the planning office for public review.
(6) If the planning commission is reviewing a project in accordance
with other sections of this article, then the public hearing notice
on those applications must also give notice of architectural review
certification.
(D) Application information. The applicant shall provide such information and
documents listed below which will satisfactorily illustrate the proposed action
as indicated in the architectural preapplication meeting required in subsection
3.26(A):
(1) All plan elements required in subsection 2.5.
(2) Plans and specifications indicating existing and proposed
development, including structures, architectural elevation
drawings, trees and any other landscaping, existing and
proposed, including the general design, location and orientation
of structures in relation to curb line, right-of-way line and
neighboring buildings, colors, and materials to be used on
exterior surfaces, detailed plans for any signs, photographs of the
existing site and neighboring buildings, and such other
information as will enable the historic district commission or
planning commission to determine conformity with the ordinance.
(E) City planner report. For each application to the planning commission the
city planner shall issue a report to the planning commission including
comments from other agencies detailing how the application conforms to the
requirements of the zoning ordinance and other provision of city and state
codes. This report shall not be deemed to represent a comprehensive list of
all city and state code requirements. The city planner shall transmit copies of
the proposed site development plan and the city planner's report at least
seven days prior to the date of the meeting at which approval of the site
development plan is to be requested.
(F) Historic district commission action. The historic district commission shall
act to review and render a recommendation to approve any such application
within 45 days of transmittal to the commission or within such additional time
as may be consented to by the applicant. The recommendation of the historic
district commission shall be forwarded to the planning commission and acted
upon by the planning commission in conjunction with action on the
associated site development plan. If a site development plan application is
not filed in accordance with the provisions of subsection 2.4 of this article
within one year of recommendation, the recommendation shall expire. The
historic district commission may grant a one-year extension of its
recommendation upon written request by the applicant. Such request shall be
made in writing to the planning office at least thirty days prior to the expiration
of the historic district commission's recommendation.
(G) Substantial amendments. Substantial amendments to an application or
an architectural review certificate shall be acted upon in the same manner as
the original plan.
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(H) Expiration of architectural review certification issued by the historic
district commission.
(1) Architectural review certification approval shall expire on the last
day of the 12th month after the date of approval if construction of
the work authorized or use permitted has not started or unless an
extension of time is applied for by the applicant and granted by
the historic district commission. Approval shall also expire if the
construction of work authorized has stopped for a period of one
year unless an extension of time is applied for and granted by the
historic district commission.
(2) Request for extension of approval shall be made no later than 30
days prior to the final approval expiration date. Upon receipt of
such request, the matter shall be considered at the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the historic district commission.
(3) In considering a request for an extension of approval, the historic
district commission shall consider, but not be limited to, the
following:
(a) Whether the project has been delayed for reasons
beyond the control of the applicant, excluding economic
or financial reasons.
(b) Whether the applicant has made substantial progress
toward obtaining final approvals.
(c) Whether there have been any significant changes in the
surrounding neighborhood.
(d) Whether there has been any related amendments to the
zoning map or text, or the comprehensive plan, or if any
waivers or variances have been granted.
(4) Requests for extensions shall be submitted in writing to the
planning office.
(5) Under no circumstances shall the historic district commission
grant extensions beyond 24 months from the date of first
approval.
3.3 Historic district amendments.
3.31 Historic district commission review required. Any motion or petition to amend,
supplement, or repeal a historic district by the city council in accordance with section
5, Amendments, shall require a report by the historic district commission as set forth
in article 3, subsection 21.4.
3.32 Review criteria for placing individual structures in a historic district. The historic
district commission may recommend that an individual structure or property be
placed in an existing contiguous historic district or be placed in a historic district
specifically created for the property or structure upon considering the following
criteria and factors:
(A) Significant value as part of the historical, cultural, artistic, social, ethnic or
other heritage of the nation, state or community;
(B) Association with an important person or event in national, state, or local
history.
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(C) Representative of the distinguishing characteristics of an architectural
type inherently valuable for the study of a period, style, craftsmanship,
method of construction or use of indigenous material;
(D) Notable work of a master builder, designer, architect, or artist whose
individual genius has influenced an era;
(E) The desire of the owner to have the property designated;
(F) Increased potential of economic or community development.
3.33 Review criteria for amendments or creation of new historic districts. The
historic district commission may recommend amendments to an existing historic
district, recommend repeal of an existing historic district or recommend the creation
of a new historic district upon considering the following criteria:
(A) Any criteria listed in subsection 3.32.
(B) Distinctive character or homogeneity of architectural design or dates of
construction throughout the area.
(C) Identifiable by clear and distinctive boundaries.
(D) Repetition of distinguishing architectural or land use characteristics
throughout the area.
3.34 Public hearing required. For all proposed amendments to the boundary of the
historic district, the historic district commission shall hold a public hearing subject to
the following public notification procedures:
(A) The planning office shall advertise the public hearing in a newspaper of
general circulation at least 15 days prior thereto.
(B) The planning office shall notify, by mail, all directly affected property
owners and all property owners within 200 feet of the extreme limits of
the properties proposed for addition to or removal from the district as
their names appear on the municipal tax record at least 15 days prior
thereto.
3.4 Demolition by neglect.
3.41 Responsibility of property owners. Property owners of properties within the
historic districts shall not allow their buildings to be demolished by neglect (see
Definitions, article 12) by failing to provide ordinary maintenance or repair.
3.42 Responsibility of the historic district commission. The historic district
commission shall monitor the condition of historic properties and existing buildings in
the historic district to determine if they are being demolished by neglect by failing to
provide ordinary maintenance and repair (see Definitions, article 12). In the event
that the commission determines a demolition by neglect is occurring, it shall carry out
the following:
(A) Determine and set forth steps required to remedy the situations or
defects.
(B) Direct the city planner to inform the property owners of its findings,
determination, and recommended remedies.
(C) In the event that the property owners fail to commence work within the
reasonable time allotted by the commission, the commission may direct
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the building inspector to begin proceedings under chapter 22, buildings,
and building regulations, article XI, dangerous buildings, of the Code of
Ordinances for the City of Dover to bring about the repair or demolition of
the building.
3.43 Responsibility of the city planner. The city planner shall notify the historic
district commission of buildings within the historic district that have been referred to
him by the building inspector that meet the definition of dangerous buildings under
the provisions of chapter 22 Buildings and Building Regulations, article XI Dangerous
Buildings, of the Code of Ordinances for the City of Dover. In such cases the
commission shall determine if the building is being demolished by neglect. Before
referring a property to the commission for consideration as demolition by neglect, the
city planner shall give written notice to the owner, occupant, mortgagee, lessee,
agent, and all other persons having an interest in said building, as shown by the
records of the recorder of deeds of the county, to appear before historic district
commission at the time, date and location specified.
(Ord. No. 2011-14, 8-8-2011)
Section 4. - Development information requirements.
4.1 In order to more effectively evaluate the probable impact of proposed development and
thereby to carry out the purposes of this ordinance when making decisions and
recommendations regarding development proposals, the planning commission, historic
district commission, or city planner may adopt a standard set of information requirements,
which may be updated from time to time as necessary.
4.2 The information requirements shall be administered by the city planner and shall be a
part of submission requirements for all applications to the planning commission.
(Ord. No. 2011-14, 8-8-2011)
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City of Dover Code of Ordinances
Appendix B: Zoning Ordinance
Excerpt of Definitions associated with Historic District activities.
Article 12 - Definitions
Unless otherwise expressly stated, the following terms shall, for the purpose of this
ordinance, have the following meanings. Words used in the present tense include the future.
The singular includes the plural and the plural includes the singular. The word "person"
includes a corporation, association or partnership, as well as an individual. The word "lot"
includes the word "plot." The term "occupied" or "used," as applied to any building, shall be
construed as though followed by the words "or intended, arranged or designed to be
occupied or used":
Accessory building: A building or use clearly incidental or subordinate to, and
customar[il]y in connection with, the principal building or use on the same lot.
Applicant: A landowner or developer, as hereinafter defined, who has filed
application for development, including his heirs, successors and assigns.
Architectural review certificate: A signed and dated document indicating the approval
of the City of Dover Planning Commission, or the historic district commission, or city planner
upon the authority of the historic district commission, for alteration, construction, relocation,
or demolition within the historic district.
Building: Any combination of materials forming a construction. The term "building" is
not intended to include underground construction which permits the use of the ground above
as if no construction existed. The term "building" shall include the term "structure," as well as
the following:
(a) Signs;
(b) Fences;
(c) Walls, except retaining walls projecting above the ground not more than three
feet at the higher ground level and not more than 6½ feet at the lower ground
level;
(d) Radio and television antennae, except for such antennae installed on the roof of
a building and extending not more than 15 feet above the highest level of the roof
of such building; and
(e) Porches, carports, bins and other similar structures;
(f) All areas used for outdoor display and storage of products for sale on the site for
more than 14 consecutive days or 21 days in a calendar year. Excluded from this
definition are approved motor vehicle, boat and trailer sales establishments;
contractors' yards; nurseries and landscaping material sales (where the sale of
these materials is the primary use on the lot); wholesale building supply stores
and lumber yards; or similar uses.
Demolition by neglect: Improper maintenance or lack of maintenance of a building,
structure or object which results in substantial and widespread deterioration of the building,
structure or object which threatens the likelihood of preservation and which presents a threat
to the public safety, health and welfare of the immediate community.
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Historic district: The geographic areas of Dover that have been designated by the
City of Dover, and graphically illustrated on the official zone map of the City of Dover, as
possessing a significant concentration of properties, buildings, structures or objects
associated with and representative of the historical development of Dover and which meet at
least one of the following criteria:
(a) Exemplifies or reflects the broad cultural, political, economic, or social history of
Dover, Kent County, the State of Delaware, or the United States of America; or
(b) Is associated with the lives of persons of historic importance or with events of
historic significance to Dover, Kent County, the State of Delaware, or the United
States of America; or
(c) Embodies distinguishing architectural characteristics which are invaluable
resources for the study, understanding and appreciation of periods, styles,
society, methods of construction, craftsmanship and the use of indigenous
materials; or
(d) Represents the notable work of master builders, designers or architects whose
designs, construction and craftsmanship have been recognized as distinctive and
whose work has influenced the period of time in which they lived.
Historic district design guidelines and standards: The document adopted by the City
of Dover Planning Commission as being the source reference document for construction and
maintenance of buildings, structures and additions within the Dover Historic District and
which is the guiding document for the historic district commission and city planner in their
review of applications for architectural review certification.
National Register of Historic Places: A federal list of cultural resources worthy of
preservation, authorized under the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 as part of a
national program to coordinate and support public efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect
the nation's historic and archaeological resources. The national register program is
administered by the state historic preservation office and by the National Park Service under
the department of the interior.
Ordinary maintenance and repair: Work performed to prevent deterioration of a
building, structure or object, or any part thereof, by restoring the building, structure or object
as nearly as practical to its original condition prior to such deterioration or damage by using
replacement materials and applications, wherever possible, of the kind used in original
construction.
Public view: That which can be seen readily from a public street, public building or
public property, excluding views from alley rights-of-way.
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Charles A. Salkin
15 Maple Lane
Dover, Delaware 19901
302/678-1175
chazz18@verizon.net
Education
The Pennsylvania State University, Bachelor of Science in Parks and Recreation, Park
Administration Option, 1975.
The Pennsylvania State University, 32 graduate credits toward MS in Parks and Recreation
Planning, minor in Landscape Architecture, 1975-76.
North Carolina State University, three-credit certification program in Park Maintenance-
Management, 1981-82.
Greenville (Pennsylvania) High School, Academic Diploma, 1971.
Employment
6/92 to 10/13 (retired)
Director, Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.
Direct all aspects of the Division’s four main functions: Administration; Planning, Preservation
and Development; Park Operations and Maintenance; and Cultural and Recreation Services.
Oversee management of a statewide system of parks, preserves, cultural and historic sites,
interpretive centers and greenways totaling over 27,000 acres at 32 sites. Provide technical,
planning and financial assistance to public and private agencies for parks, recreation,
conservation and open space preservation. Supervise a staff of 197 full-time and over 600 part-
time employees. Manage an annual operating budget of over $18 million and a typical capital
budget of over $12 million. Serve as the State Liaison Officer for the federal Land and Water
Conservation Fund and ex-officio member of the state Open Space Council.
1/92 to 5/92
Assistant Director, Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.
3/85 to 1/92
Manager, Technical Services Section, Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.
Responsible for planning and directing professional, technical and support staff of 20 in the
following major program areas: state park planning and development; outdoor recreation
planning and grants; land protection; and natural and cultural heritage programs.
Major Accomplishments:
Established the Delaware Land and Water Conservation Trust Fund
Established and capitalized the Delaware State Park Trust Fund
Implemented the Bellevue State Park Master Plan
Founded the Delaware Natural Heritage Inventory
Developed the “Greenspace for Delaware’s Future” Plan
Initiated the Delaware Greenways Program
Organized the state Open Space/Land Protection Program
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2/82 to 3/85
Chief, Office of Recreation Resources, Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.
Administered and coordinated statewide recreation planning; grants and community technical
assistance; natural heritage programs; and cultural resource planning. Served as Division
coordinator for Section 504 handicapped-accessibility projects. Directed the implementation of
the Natural Areas Program through the Office of Nature Preserves. Initiated the non-Game
Wildlife, Endangered Species and Natural Areas Preservation Fund, or “tax checkoff.”
8/79 to 1/82
Chief, Office of Grants and Community Assistance, Delaware Division of Parks and Recreation.
Administered the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund providing over $2 million annually
to state and local agencies for outdoor recreation acquisition and development projects. Provided
technical assistance to municipal parks and recreation agencies.
8/78 to 8/79
Director, Young Adult Conservation Corps (YACC), Bellevue State Park, Delaware Division of
Parks and Recreation. Administered a full-time, year-round program employing 21 young people
doing projects in park maintenance, development and conservation. Responsible for project
planning, budget, personnel, discipline, work schedules, purchasing and maintaining equipment,
training, counseling and public relations.
7/77 to 7/78
Environmental Coordinator, Huntingdon County, Pennsylvania. Oversaw county civic
improvement and recycling programs. Responsibilities included park development, community
beautification, hiking trail development and the Huntingdon County Recycling Project.
Administered CETA grants, supervised CETA and Green Thumb workers, coordinated projects
with federal, state and municipal agencies and conducted public education programs.
7/76 to 7/77
Recreation Planner, Huntingdon (PA) Area Council of Governments and the Huntingdon
Borough Recreation Committee. Employed by a four-municipality planning region responsible
for the preparation of a comprehensive plan for recreation and park services. Also, responsible
for the organization of a full-time recreation agency for the Borough. Served as Local Project
Coordinator for two state-funded municipal park development projects.
9/71 to 7/76
Student Employment at the Pennsylvania State University
Graduate Supervisor, Stone Valley Recreation Area
Senior Practicum with the Pennsylvania Department of Community Affairs,
Bureau of Recreation and Conservation
Intramural Athletic Official
Summer/71 and Summer/72
General Laborer and Clerk, Pymatuning State Park, Bureau of State Parks, Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Resources.
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Professional Activities
National Association of State Park Directors, 1992 to 2013, Board of Directors,
President, 2005-2007.
Northeast State Park Directors, 1992 to 2013.
National Recreation and Park Association.
National Association of State Outdoor Recreation Liaison Officers,
President, 2001-2003.
Delaware State Review Board for Historic Preservation, 1985-1996.
Preservation Delaware, Inc., Co-Founder, 1992, Vice President, 1993, Board of
Advisors.
Delaware Humanities Council, 1999-2002
Delaware Recreation and Parks Society, 1979 to present, President, 1983.
Honors and Certifications
Paul Harris Fellow, 2007
Gubernatorial Appointee, State Boundary Commission, 2006-present.
National Association of State Park Directors, Distinguished Service Award, 2004.
Delaware Nature Society, Natural Areas Preservation Achievement Award, 2003.
Delaware Tourism Hall of Fame for Outstanding Individual Achievement, 1999.
Certificate of Merit, Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control, 1992.
Research Fellowship, Delaware Humanities Forum, 1989.
George T. Sargisson Fellow Award, Delaware Recreation and Parks Society, 1988.
Outstanding Member, Delaware Recreation and Parks Society, 1981.
Accessible Building Award, Delaware Architectural Accessibility Board, 1981.
Outstanding Senior in Park Administration, The Pennsylvania State University, 1975.
Professional Certification by the Delaware Recreation and Parks Society, 1979, and the
Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society, 1976.
Current Community Involvement
Dover Historic District Commission, 2010-present, Vice Chair, 2013-present.
Wesley College Institutional Review Board, Community Member, 2010-present.
Kent County Conservancy, Inc., Co-founder, 2005, President, 2014-
Delaware Nature Society, Conservancy Committee, 2004-present.
September 5, 2014
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ANN BAKER HORSEY
7 THE GREEN
DOVER, DELAWARE 19901
302-734-2744
Born Ottumwa, Iowa October 21, 1950
EDUCATION
1974 MA, University of Iowa, Related Arts/Historic Interior
Design. Thesis “The Historic Textiles of Iowa’s
Old Capitol 1842-1857”.
1973-74 Graduate Research Assistant, Dept. of Home Economics.
Conducted research on restoration and acquired furnishings for
Old Capitol for Bicentennial of 1976.
1972 BA, University of Iowa, Related Arts with Honors, Dept. of Home
Economics.
HONORS
Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board, Senior Home Economics
Recognition Award, Finkbine Award for Leadership, Omicron Nu
Honor Society and National Governing Board, Angel Flight
Regional President
MUSEUM EXPERIENCE
1976- Curator of Collections, Delaware State Museums, Historical and
Present Cultural Affairs, Dover, DE.
Hired to furnish the State House for the Bicentennial of 1976
using interior preservation standards. Position oversees the
management of the historic collections to include catalog,
research, conservation, interpretation, and exhibits. Designed
and managed complete integration of the 15 collections
systems statewide and supervised 8 catalogers and one clerk
typist. +Research and contract management for interior
restoration of Buena Vista, John Dickinson Plantation, Belmont
Hall, Loockerman Hall, Johnson Victrola Museum, The
Governors House, Hall House. +Research, resource management,
and construction of historic clothing for interpreters at Dickinson
Plantation. +Research, inventory and installation of collections,
and trust agreement with the donor and for the Sewell C. Biggs
Museum. +Inaugurated and managed conservation program for
the collections and wrote procedures for the care of the interior
environment. +Designed and curated various exhibits, notably
Stitches of Art and Comfort: Delaware Quilts 1740-2002 and
Rolled, Beaten, Cast, and Cut: Delaware Silver. +Written
grant requests for AAM and IMLS. +Design Co-Chair Hall House
Designer Showcase. +Procured and managed major acquisitions
of sound equipment, art, furniture and decorative arts. +Official
calligraphy for Governor and Secretary of State.
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1975 Cataloger, National Trust for Historic Preservation, Woodrow
Wilson House, Washington, DC.
1975 Research for National Society Colonial Dames restoration of and
publication of Plum Grove, Residence of Governor Robert Lucas.
Iowa City, IA.
FURTHER EDUCATION
1975 Seminar for Historical Administrators, Williamsburg, VA.
1976 Summer Institute for the Decorative Arts, Winterthur, DE.
1976- Various workshops, seminars, conferences on collections
present management, conservation, period living, textiles and clothing.
2004-08 Management Development Institute Certificate Program
PUBLICATIONS
1979 The State House Dover, Delaware The Magazine Antiques
PROFESSIONAL and COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS
National Alliance for American Quilts
Co-Principal Delaware Quilt Documentation Project
National Trust for Historic Preservation
Friends of Old Dover Board, Chair Old Dover Days for years
Dover Heritage Trail Board
Dover Art League Board
Rehoboth Art League Board and Collections Committee
Delaware Agricultural Museum Collections Committee
Friends of Woodburn Board
Dover Planning Commission for 12 years
Main Street Dover/Downtown Dover Partnership
Washington Calligraphers Guild
Victorian Society of America
Wesley United Methodist Church, Chair of Trustees and Church Council
Delaware Choral Society
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Charles Terry Jackson, II
Education University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Science in Instructional Relations 1963
School of Law 1964
1971
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Architecture
Experience Summary
Retired - Former Owner of Jackson Architects, Inc. 1983-
2011
Firm provided architectural design and planning services in
Delaware and Eastern Shore of Maryland.
Office located in Downtown Dover, Delaware.
Registered Architect (Previous)
Member of American Institute of Architects and previously
holding registration certificates in Delaware (1980-2011) and
Maryland
Memberships & Affiliations
Delaware Board of Architects – Past Chair
NCARB – M & E Exam Committee
American Institute of Architects
Delaware Society of Architects
Friends of Old Dover
Dover Historic District Commission - Member 1993-present, Past Chair and
Vice Chairman
Biggs Museum of American Art – Trustee Emeritus
State Review Board for Historic Preservation – Past President
Delaware State Arts Council – Past Member
Main Street Dover – Past President
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Joseph S McDaniel, III
54 The Green
Dover, DE 19901
Education:
High School: Fishburne Military School, Waynesboro Virginia.
Received B.A. in American History from Washington and Lee University, Lexington
Virginia in 1965.
Military Career
US Army 1966-1968 serving as an Armor Officer and also served in US Army Reserve
from 1968 to 1979 attaining rank of Major.
Career History
Began career as Financial Consultant in Dover in 1968, Vice President and Financial
Advisor at Merrill Lynch. Very interested in civic affairs in Dover and Delaware.
Board Memberships and Commissions
Former Senior Warden, Christ Episcopal Church in Dover
Former Chairman Dover Library Commission
Former member and Vice Chairman of Delaware State Library Commission
Former President Greater Dover Committee
Former Chairman of Mayoral Salary group
Former member Garrison Tract Commission
Former board member of St. Andrews School
Former Vice President of Dover Rotary Club
Former Board member of Greater Dover Foundation
Member Downtown Dover Partnership
Board President of the Elizabeth W. Murphey School
Personal Information
Married to Carey C McDaniel. Two Children: Carey McDaniel Koppenhaver and
J. Stites McDaniel IV and two grandchildren.
Resident of Downtown Dover living in the Historic District at 54 The Green.
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Richard Scrafford
266 Pine Valley Road
Dover, DE 19904
(302) 734-7899
Dick.scrafford@comcast.net
Education:
Received B.S. in Civil Engineering from Pennsylvania State University, University Park
Pennsylvania in 1954.
Military Career
US Air Force 1954-1984 attaining rank of Colonel
Served as head of the Civil Engineering Squad at the Dover Air Force Base for 12
years (1972-1984).
Squad received the award for Best Civil Engineering Squad in the Air
force in 1981.
Career History
Director of Public Works, City of Dover, 1984-1995
Oversaw the implementation of the current trash collection system.
Oversaw the installation of new water and sewer service throughout the city.
Oversaw the installation and upgrades of city wells and pump stations.
Consultant, 1995 - present
Manages the farm land properties for an Investment Company
Board Memberships and Commissions
Former member of Friends of Old Dover
Member of the Capital School District Construction and Renovation Programs Committee
Former member of the Library Commission
Member of the Dover Rotary Club, Former President
Member of the Holy Cross Cemetery Committee
Interests
Ensure the continued growth of the City of Dover while maintaining its historical
significance.
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BY-LAWS OF THE HISTORIC DISTRICT COMMISSION
OF
CITY OF DOVER
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OBJECTIVES
Section 1. The objectives and purposes of the Historic District Commission of the City of
Dover, Delaware, are those set forth in Dover Code, Appendix B, Article 10, Section 3, and
amendments and supplements, thereto, and those powers and duties delegated to the Historic
District Commission by the City Council of the City of Dover pursuant to such statute.
POWERS. DUTIES AND PROCEDURES
Section 2. The duties, powers and procedures of the Historic District Commission are as set
forth in the following documents:
(a) The Ordinance adopted by the City Council establishing such Historic District Commission;
(b) The building Zone Ordinance as to matters relating to the Architectural Plan Review
Certification process, the designation of Historic District boundaries, historic preservation and
the establishment of standards and guidelines for preservation and conservation of Historic
District zones.
OFFTCERS
Section 3.1 The officers of the Historic District Commission shall consist of a Chairman and
a Vice-Chairman.
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Section 3.2 The Chairman shall preside at the meetings and hearings of the Historic District
Commission and shall have the duties usually conferred upon a presiding officer. He shall
continue to exercise the prerogatives of an individual member of the Commission while
performing the duties of presiding officer.
Section 3.3 The Vice Chairman shall be the presiding officer in the absence of the Chairman.
RECORDING AND CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
Section 4. The Commission shall appoint a Secretary who shall not be a member of the Historic
District Commission or an officer, and shall have the following duties and responsibilities:
(a) Prepare agenda for all meetings with the Chairman and provide notice of meetings to
Commission members.
(b) Keep minutes of all meetings, and records of the Commission.
(c) Act as agent for the Commission in receiving submissions, applications, correspondence, etc.
(d) Act as agent for the Commission in arranging for notice of public hearings and notifying
interested parties of Commission actions as authorized by the Commission.
OFFICIAL RECORDS
Section 5. The City Clerk shall be the official custodian of the records of the Historic District
Commission and shall make them available to the public as provided by law. The City Clerk
may designate the office of the Secretary of the Commission or the Planning Office as the place
where such records shall be kept.
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ELECTIONS OF OFFICERS
Section 6.1 The officers shall be elected by the Historic District Commission at the annual
organization meeting which shall be the regular scheduled meeting in November of each year.
Section 6.2 A candidate receiving a majority vote of the entire membership of the Historic
District Commission shall be declared elected and shall serve for one year or until his or her
successor shall take office.
Section 6.3 Vacancies in offices shall be filled by the Historic District Commission at any
scheduled or special meeting.
Section 6.4 The Chairman and Vice-Chairman may serve two appointed terms. (Six Years).
MEETINGS
Section 7.1 The Historic District Commission shall hold one regular public meeting during each
calendar month. The Chairman may cancel a regular meeting upon determination that there is
no pending business or new application for Architectural Review Certificates; however at a
minimum the Commission shall meeting quarterly.
Section 7.2 The monthly meeting date for the coming year shall be established by a majority
of the Commission at its organization meeting of the year. The date of the public meeting can
be changed during the year by a majority of the Commission.
Section 7.3 The Commission will consider all applications concerning matters within its
jurisdiction only at its public meetings. All items to be submitted for consideration at any public
meeting shall be submitted in complete form for Commission consideration not less than thirty
days prior to said meeting. No items submitted subsequent to this time shall be placed upon the
Agenda except by a majority vote of the Commission members present at such meeting. The
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official date of receipt of any matter presented to the Commission shall be the date of the first
public meeting at which such matter is received for consideration. Any maximum time periods
established by the Zoning Ordinance or other local laws limiting the time for consideration of
any matter by the Historic District Commission shall commence on such date of receipt.
Section 7.4 A majority of the membership of the Commission shall constitute a quorum. The
Commission may act on any matter by a majority vote of such quorum.
Section 7.5 All formal votes to record the decision of the Commission on any matter referred
to it shall be taken only by a quorum at a public meeting. By a majority vote of those members
present the Commission may convene in executive session. However, all formal votes to record
the Commission's decision shall only be taken during periods in which such meetings are open
to the public.
Section 7.6 Special meeting may be called by the Chairman or by a majority of the Commission,
providing not less than 24 hours notice by writing or telephone is given to eachmember of the
Commission. Such meetings shall be executive sessions at which no formal votes
shall be taken.
Section 7.7 All public and special meetings shall be held in the City Hall or other public facility
with proper public notification.
AGENDA
Section 8. The Secretary shall prepare the proposed Agenda for each public meeting, with the
Chairman not less than ten days prior to the date of such meeting, and shall transmit a copy of
such Agenda to each Commission member on such date of preparation. No items will appear
on such proposed Agenda except those for which applications or written requests have been
received not less than thirty days prior to the date of the public monthly meeting as set forth in
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Section 7 above. The Commission may amend the proposed Agenda by a majority vote of those
members present.
Section 9.1 The order of business at public meetings shall be a follows:
(a) Roll Call.
(b) Adoption of Minutes of previous meetings.
(c) Approval of Agenda
(d) Communications
(e) Report of Officers and Committees
(f) Old Business
(g) New Business
(h) Referrals, Administrative Reviews, Petitions, Applications and Other Matters presented by the
public.
Section 9.2 The order of business at special meetings shall be as determined by theCommission.
Section 9.3 At all meetings and hearings attended by the public, the Chairman shall make a
brief statement indicating the nature of each item on the Agenda, except that in the case of
petitions, applications and other matters presented by the public, such statement shall be made
by the person introducing the matter.
Section 9.4 Minutes of all public and special meetings of the Commission shall form part of the
records of the Commission and shall be available to the public when duly adopted by the
Commission.
COMMITEES
Section 10.1 The Chairman may appoint special subcommittees of the Commission from time
to time as needed to investigate or research certain matters pertaining to the Historic District
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Commission. Such subcommittees shall consist of at least one member of the Commission and
may also consist of members of the general public. All members shall serve at the pleasure of
the chairman.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Section 11 The Commission shall hold public hearings as required by statute and applicable
Ordinances of the City and the State of Delaware. In addition to those required by law, the
Historic District Commission may at its discretion hold public hearing when it considers that
such hearings will be in the public interest.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Section 12 No member shall vote on any Architectural Review Certificate application where
They have a conflict of interest. A conflict of interest shall at a minimum be any vested interest
by a member or a member's immediate family in a project being reviewed by the Commission
or ownership in property by a member or a member's immediate family that is within 200 feet
of a project being reviewed.
AMENDMENTS
Section 13 These By-Laws may be amended at any time by a majority vote of the entire
membership of the Historic District Commission.
Original Version (retyped 1.9.2004)
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City of Dover
Background Information Form
This form must be fully completed. Please type or print legibly in ink. This is a background check that will be conducted by the
City of Dover. You must complete the entire form. Indicate “none” or “DNA” (does not apply) where applicable. You will receive
a copy of the results. This form should be returned to the Sports Coordinator at the City of Dover Parks & Recreation
Department.
By completing and signing this form, I understand an investigation will be conducted of all information contained on this form. I
also understand that the results of the investigation will be considered, along with all other information submitted on this form,
in making a decision concerning my suitability as volunteer for the City of Dover. The information contained in this application is
true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I further understand that inaccurate or untruthful responses to the questions
contained in this form may be the basis for refusal to allow volunteer participation. I understand that all criminal background
checks will be treated as confidential. I understand and authorize access to any and all information and records relating to my
criminal history or criminal offense committed or alleged arrest, alleged criminal acts and criminal offenses committed. I
understand if a disqualifying offense is found in a criminal background check, I will be given the opportunity to verify information
and correct errors. I intend this to be a legally binding release, which I have read and understand. I understand that I may
consult with an attorney before signing this document.
____________________________________________
Signature Date
Last Name: First Name: MI: (Maiden/other name)
Birthdate: Sex: (circle one) SSN:
Male or Female
Mailing Address:
E‐mail Address: Phone/Cell Number:
Current Employer: (Name & Address)
Employer Phone #:
List your City, County & State Of Residence For Past 7 (Seven) Years. (Most recent first.)
City County State Dates
Have you ever been arrested for or convicted of a misdemeanor or felony offense? Yes No
Have you been convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol/drugs, driving while impaired? Yes No
If you answered yes to either of the above two (2) questions, please provide the details below:
County/State of Arrest Charge Disposition/Year
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Criminal Background Checks
Automatic Disqualifiers
For Youth Sports Volunteers
An applicant should be disqualified and prohibited from serving as a volunteer if the person has been
found guilty based on a set of standards created by the National Recreation and Park Association. The
listing of examples of criminal convictions listed below is not exhaustive and other crimes may be
considered unacceptable. The automatic disqualification period will begin from the date of conviction.
For crimes not listed below, evaluations will be made on a case by case basis by City of Dover Parks and
Recreation Department staff.
SEX OFFENSES
All Sex Offenses – Regardless of the amount of time since offense.
Examples include, but are not limited to: child molestation, rape, sexual assault, sexual
battery, sodomy, prostitution, solicitation, indecent exposure, etc.
FELONIES
All Felony Violence offenses within the past ten (10) years.
Examples include, but are not limited to : murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault,
kidnapping, robbery, aggravated Burglary, etc.
All Felony offenses other than violence or sex within the past 10 (ten) years.
Examples include, but are not limited to: drug offenses, theft, embezzlement, fraud, child
endangerment, etc.
MISDEMEANORS
All violent misdemeanor offenses within the past five (5) years
Examples include, but are not limited to: simple assault, battery, domestic violence, hit & run,
etc.
All misdemeanor drug & alcohol offenses within the past five (5) years.
Examples include, but are not limited to: driving under the influence, simple drug possession,
drunk and disorderly, public intoxication, possession of drug paraphernalia, etc.
Any other misdemeanor within the past 5 years that would be considered a potential danger to
children or is directly related to the functions of that volunteer.
Examples include, but are not limited to: contributing to the delinquency of a minor, providing
alcohol to a minor, theft – if person is handling monies, etc.
Guilty means that a person was found guilty following a trial, has entered a guilty plea, the applicant
entered a no contest plea followed with a court finding of guilty, regardless of whether there was an
adjudication of guilt (conviction) or a withholding of guilt.
Any applicant with a pending case that is a disqualifier or could be considered a disqualifier will not be
allowed to volunteer until the official adjudication of the case.
The Criminal Background Check screening process is an ongoing process and should be subject to
review and changes at any time. The Criminal Background Check for Youth Sports Volunteers policy is
not intended to serve as a guarantee that incidents of abuse or inappropriate behavior by coaches or
other volunteers will not occur during City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department activities or events.
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Criminal Background Checks
Automatic Disqualifiers
For Youth Sports Volunteers
By signing below, I do hereby acknowledge that I have carefully reviewed the listing of
automatic disqualifiers prior to starting the Criminal Background Check.
Print Name: ________________________________________________
Signature: _________________________________________________
Date: _____________________________________________________
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Policy & Procedures
Criminal Background Checks
For Youth Sports
“Safe Whistles”
I. Subject:
Criminal Background Check Policy for Youth Sports Volunteers.
II. Purpose:
The purpose of this policy is to set the guidelines, regulations and procedures for administering the
Criminal Background Checks for City of Dover Parks and Recreation for all youth Sports Volunteers.
This “Safe Whistles” policy will outline the process to obtain a Criminal Background Check and what
the process is once a Criminal Background Check has been completed. The policy will also define
any automatic disqualifiers.
III. Procedure:
The procedures listed below will be the guidelines used by all personnel within the City of Dover
Parks and Recreation Department that are designated by the Director of the City of Dover Parks
and Recreation Department to oversee the Criminal Background Checks for Youth Sports
Volunteers.
All Criminal Background Checks for Youth Sports Volunteers shall be conducted using a
nationwide search of all city and state databases.
All information shall remain confidential and will only be shared with any individual(s) that have
been designated by the Director of City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department to oversee the
Criminal Background Checks for Youth Sports Volunteers. This will also include the Director of
the City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department.
All files pertaining to the Criminal Background Checks for Youth Sports Volunteers shall remain
on file with the City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department for a minimum of 3 years from
the time that the Criminal Background Check was conducted. All files shall be stored in a locked
file cabinet under the control of the City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department staff.
All youth sports volunteers will be asked to head to the Sports Coordinators office to review a
listing of the automatic disqualifiers and to sign a roster stating that they have seen the automatic
disqualifiers before starting the Criminal Background Check process. All individuals must present
a photo ID showing their legal name as it will be input on the Criminal Background Check form.
All youth sports volunteers will be asked to sign the appropriate release form allowing the City of
Dover Parks and Recreation Department to conduct the necessary background checks as required
for the position of a youth sports volunteer and be given a copy of this policy upon request.
The Criminal Background Check process will be completed every three years. We reserve the right
to require a background check more frequently if there is a lapse in volunteer service for a period
exceeding nine (9) months. The volunteer applicant shall receive a written notice in the mail if the
information obtained from the background check warrants a rejection or disqualification. This letter
will state that the volunteer will not be allowed to volunteer in any capacity within a youth sports
program administered by the City of Dover Parks & Recreation Department nor will he/she be
permitted to perform in any volunteer position in any organization that participates in any youth
sports program that uses City of Dover Parks and Recreation fields or facilities.
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Policy & Procedures
Criminal Background Checks
For Youth Sports
“Safe Whistles”
An applicant whose application has been denied may request a copy of the results of the
background check. There will not be any appeals for applicants that have been rejected.
All information received from the Criminal Background Check shall be reviewed by the Director of
City of Dover Parks and Recreation or his/her designee. If no convictions are found the City of
Dover Parks and Recreation Department staff will notify the volunteer applicant that a background
check was completed and no convictions were found that would disqualify the applicant from
volunteering.
If a conviction is found the City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department Sports Coordinator will
notify the City of Dover Human Resources Department who will review the Criminal Background
Checks for Youth Sports Volunteers and give his/her recommendation to the Director of City of
Dover Parks and Recreation or his/her designee.
An applicant should be disqualified and prohibited from serving as a volunteer if the person has
been found guilty based on a set of standards created by the National Recreation and Park
Association. The listing of examples of criminal convictions listed below is not exhaustive and
other crimes may be considered unacceptable. The automatic disqualification period will begin
from the date of conviction. For crimes not listed below, evaluations will be made on a case by
case basis by City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department staff.
SEX OFFENSES
All Sex Offenses – Regardless of the amount of time since offense.
Examples include, but are not limited to: child molestation, rape, sexual assault, sexual
battery, sodomy, prostitution, solicitation, indecent exposure, etc.
FELONIES
All Felony Violence offenses within the past ten (10) years.
Examples include, but are not limited to : murder, manslaughter, aggravated assault,
kidnapping, robbery, aggravated Burglary, etc.
All Felony offenses other than violence or sex within the past ten (10) years.
Examples include, but are not limited to: drug offenses, theft, embezzlement, fraud,
child endangerment, etc.
MISDEMEANORS
All violent misdemeanor offenses within the past five (5) years
Examples include, but are not limited to: simple assault, battery, domestic violence,
hit & run, etc.
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Policy & Procedures
Criminal Background Checks
For Youth Sports
“Safe Whistles”
All misdemeanor drug & alcohol offenses within the past five (5) years.
Examples include, but are not limited to: driving under the influence, simple drug
possession, drunk and disorderly, public intoxication, possession of drug paraphernalia, etc.
Any other misdemeanor within the past five (5) years that would be considered a potential
danger to children or is directly related to the functions of that volunteer.
Examples include, but are not limited to: contributing to the delinquency of a minor,
providing alcohol to a minor, theft – if person is handling monies, etc.
Guilty means that a person was found guilty following a trial, has entered a guilty plea, the
applicant entered a no contest plea followed with a court finding of guilty, regardless of whether
there was an adjudication of guilt (conviction) or a withholding of guilt.
Any applicant with a pending case that is a disqualifier or could be considered a disqualifier will not
be allowed to volunteer until the official adjudication of the case.
The Criminal Background Check screening process is an ongoing process and should be subject
to review and changes at any time. The Criminal Background Check for Youth Sports Volunteers
policy is not intended to serve as a guarantee that incidents of abuse or inappropriate behavior by
coaches or other volunteers will not occur during City of Dover Parks and Recreation Department
activities or events.