Council Minutes

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING The Regular Council Meeting was held on July 23, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Slavin presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler (arrived at 7:39 p.m.), Mr. Neil, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Cole, Mr. Polce, Mr. Hare, and Mr. Lindell. Staff members present were Major Stump (departed at 7:48 p.m. and returned at 7:57 p.m.), Ms. Peddicord, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Hugg, Fire Chief Carey, City Solicitor Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. Mayor Christiansen was also present (departed at 7:45 p.m.). OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Slavin declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council was not in official session and could not take formal action. Mrs. Robin Achenbach, owner of 19 and 21 North American Avenue, stated that the property was a drug house that needed a lot of work when she purchased it. She reviewed the history of the vacant building waivers granted by the City for 19 North American Avenue since 2014 and requested that the fee be waived to allow her to obtain permits. The invocation was given by Bishop Thomas L. Holsey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS Mr. Neil moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Lewis and unanimously carried (Sudler absent). Mr. Hare moved for approval of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Sudler absent). ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 29, 2018 The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of May 29, 2018 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Neil and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 9, 2018 The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of July 9, 2018 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Neil and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 9, 2018 The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of July 9, 2018 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Neil and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 2 CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS - DOVER HIGH SCHOOL BOYS TRACK AND FIELD TEAM - DIAA DIVISION STATE CHAMPIONSHIP (MAY 21-22, 2018) The City Clerk read the following Certificate of Congratulations into the record: Certificate of Congratulations presented to The Dover High School Boys Track and Field Team for scoring 122 points and capturing the Division I Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) Track and Field Team Championship on May 21 - 22, 2018. The team has been a perennial power in the Henlopen Conference and the State of Delaware. The following student-athletes are commended for their outstanding performance: Coleman Akers Tajae Cooper Jay-Roan Lopez Jared Spencer Hezekiah Ali-Bentley Chawes Evans Zavien Martin Tyrone Stanley Joshua August Roshon Gladney Darrell Muncison Courtland Suggs Keith Bessick Nathanael Guy Azim Opare Justice Thompson Adul-Rahim Bracey JaRod Hamilton Antonio Palas Travon Towson Isreal Brown-Foster Hugo Harp Victa Phillips Kwama Veal Za’Kess Brown Ric Johnson D’Aire Purnell Tahj Ward Qualeak Bumbrey Theodore Johnson Tylis Randall Javontae Wayman Tamir Caldwell Tyjhir Joyner Tyrese Sanabria Gavin Williams Joel Cintron James Kilby Julius Snipes Jerren Williams Special recognition is given to the following team members, who were named State Champions in one or more events: Bradley Anyanwu (Shot Put) Tayshaun Chisholm (110 High Tykwan Joyner (4x200 Meter Relay) Dalonzo Bouges (4x200 Meter Relay) Hurdles, 300 Intermediate Hurdles, and Jakari Long (100 and 200 Meter 4x200 Meter Relay) Dash and 4x200 Meter Relay) The entire team and Coaches James Solomon, Roger Lilly, Michael Denny, James Kilby, Jr., Vanessa Perez and Vincent Terenik, are applauded for their remarkable achievement. The City of Dover extends its sincere congratulations. July 23, 2018 On behalf of the Mayor, Council, and citizens of the City of Dover, Mayor Christiansen and Councilman Lindell presented the Certificate to the members and coaches of Dover High School Boys Track and Field Team. On behalf of Dover High School, coach James Solomon thanked everyone who had a hand in capturing the Division I Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) Track and Field Team Championship and the City for its recognition.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 3 TRIBUTE NO. 2018-01 - WALLACE DIXON The City Clerk read the following Tribute into the record: A TRIBUTE EXPRESSING SYMPATHY AND CONDOLENCES UPON THE PASSING OF WALLACE R. DIXON WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover have been greatly saddened by the death of Wallace R. Dixon, former Councilman and City Chaplain, who passed away on July 7, 2018; and WHEREAS, Wallace R. Dixon was appointed to serve as City Chaplain on September 11, 2000 and as the Chaplain for the Dover Police Department on August 20, 2002, and he served continuously in both capacities until being sworn in as Councilman of the Fourth District on December 10, 2012. He served with distinction as Councilman until May 11, 2015 and, during his tenure, served as Chair of the Parks, Recreation and Community Enhancement Committee and as a member of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee, Downtown Dover Partnership Board of Directors, and Kent County Tourism Board of Directors. Following his two years of service to the citizens of Dover, Wallace R. Dixon was again appointed to serve as City Chaplain from May 26, 2015 until his death; and WHEREAS, Wallace R. Dixon served with dignity and integrity, demonstrating empathy and compassion toward his colleagues, City staff, and constituents alike, and speaking up for those whose concerns might otherwise have gone unnoticed. His contributions to the community extended well beyond his service to the City of Dover and included his service on the Steering Committee for Restoring Central Dover, which continues to be an engine of economic and social revitalization for downtown Dover. Wallace R. Dixon will be deeply missed by the Bible Way Temple Church of God in Christ congregation, friends, family, and all of those whose lives he has touched. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council extend their deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends of Wallace R. Dixon and hope that they will be consoled by the memories of his exemplary life and commendable achievements. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council direct the City Clerk to place this Tribute in the permanent records of the City of Dover and that a copy of this Tribute be provided to the family of Wallace R. Dixon. JULY 13, 2018 On behalf of the Mayor, Council, and citizens of Dover, Mayor Christiansen presented the Tribute to the Dixon family and thanked them for Councilman Dixon’s service. (City Clerk’s Office Note: Mayor Christiansen presented the tribute to the Dixon family at Councilman Dixon’s funeral on July 13, 2018.) Mrs. Dixon accepted the Tribute on behalf of her husband and noted that he was a silent giant and that he lived what he talked and when he said something, it meant something. She thanked the City for honoring him.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 4 By Unanimous Consent, Tribute No. 2018-01 was adopted. PUBLIC HEARING - DISPOSAL OF EXCESS PROPERTY During their Regular meeting of June 11, 2018, members of Council approved the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee’s recommendation of May 15, 2018 with regard to 1502 Rear College Road, 145 North Ann Avenue, 1370 College Road, 237 Rear Mifflin Road, White Oak Road, 423 Collins Drive, 715 Slaughter Street, 416 West Division Street, and 710 Slaughter Street, as follows: 1. Determine that the property is excess property; 2. Authorize the City Manager to convey the excess property in accordance with Chapter 2, Section 2-422 d - Standard Method of Disposition unless requested by the City Council to dispose in accordance with Chapter 2, Section e - Exception to Standard Method of Disposition; and 3. Authorize the City Manager's Office to negotiate a final sale price. Notice of the public hearing was properly advertised for this time and place. Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, advised that these nine (9) properties were obtained through a monition sale. She stated that there is an interested buyer for one (1) property and requested that the recommended method of disposal be used for the disposition of the remaining eight (8) properties, noting that she hoped to bundle them for sale. Council President Slavin declared the public hearing open. Ms. Sue Harris, 241 Pine Street, advised that she had approached the City over the last few years in hopes of working together to create affordable rental housing in the form of tiny houses. She requested that the City consider working with them on a pilot project using 710 and 715 Slaughter Street. Ms. Harris advised that the lots were 50-by-150 and 30-by-160 and they could easily put five (5) houses on each lot for 10 individuals with the same density as two single houses. With there being no one else wishing to speak, Council President Slavin declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Sudler moved to authorize the City Manager to convey the excess property in accordance with Chapter 2, Section 2-422 d - Standard Method of Disposition and to authorize the City Manager's Office to negotiate a final sale price. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - JULY 10, 2018 The Council Committee of the Whole met on July 10, 2018 at 6:02 p.m., with Council President Slavin presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Polce, Mr. Hare, and Mr. Lindell. Mr. Cole was absent. Mayor Christiansen was also present. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were Mr. Caldwell and Dr. Warfield (Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement), Mrs. Doyle and Ms. Scarborough (Utility), and Mr. Shevock and Dr. Stewart (Legislative, Finance, and Administration).

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 5 PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee met with Chairman Sudler presiding. Update - Healthy Neighborhood Subcommittee on Behavioral Health (Polce) Councilman Polce reviewed a presentation entitled “Healthy Neighborhoods, Behavioral Health Subcommittee.” He reminded members that he was appointed by Council President Slavin to the Delaware Center for Health Innovation (DCHI) Dover/Smyrna Healthy Neighborhoods Council. Mr. Polce explained that the Healthy Neighborhoods Council is tasked to implement Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMMI) State Innovation Models (SIM), which is $175,000 of grant money the State applied for approximately five (5) years ago. He stated that the Healthy Neighborhoods Council had been part of the SIM process for the past four (4) years and had developed two (2) subcommittees, one related to chronic disease and wellness lifestyles, which actually presented the Play Streets program that was implemented in the City, and one related to behavioral health, of which he serves as the chair. Mr. Polce noted that the Behavioral Health Subcommittee consists of advocates, and individuals from the provider community, including Bayhealth, Nemours, Dover Behavioral Health, and State agencies, including the Division of Substance Abuse and Mental Health and Public Health. He stated that the main goal is to bring initiatives and proposals to the local area that garner local support and greater health outcomes to increase access to care in populations that necessarily have not received specific types of care. Mr. Polce advised that, over the past month, the subcommittee had put forth three (3) initiatives in partnership with a number of working groups: 1) Lockers for Engagement Initiative, 2) Domestic Violence Engagement Initiative, and 3) Police Connections Alliance. Mr. Polce provided an overview of the three (3) initiatives. Referring to the Domestic Violence Engagement Initiative, he indicated that there had been a 25% increase in domestic violence incidents in Kent County on the Domestic Violence Hotline; however, there had been a decrease in providers specific to domestic violence situations. Mr. Polce stated that, currently in Dover and Kent County, there is a complete lack of a provider network for treatment for individuals who are experiencing this trauma and these types of crises. He informed members that the Domestic Violence Engagement Initiative utilized a community health worker based model and People’s Place would now be employing an additional community health worker and a high-risk advocate, who is trained with deep confidence in domestic violence situations, to help individuals who are experiencing these crises and trauma move through the health system and receive adequate quality care. Mr. Polce, referring to the Police Connections Alliance initiative, noted that Delaware is at the fastest growing rate of overdose fatality, and is currently the eighth

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 6 state with the highest overdose fatality rate in the nation. He informed members that just over a month ago Delaware was reported as having over 225 overdoses this year, which is well beyond the pace from last year. Mr. Polce indicated that the Police Connections Alliance program was adapted from the New Castle County program which began two (2) months ago, where a master-level social worker was embedded in with the police entity, and the master-level social worker has been able to triage situations, ranging from substance use disorder to individuals experiencing a mental illness crisis. He stated that they were partnering with Connections and local police agencies and were looking into piloting this program in Dover, Milford, and Smyrna. Mr. Polce advised that, based on statistics gathered from epidemiologists at Public Health, approximately 12.5% of the population in Kent County self-identify as having a substance use disorder and a co-occurring disorder, which means there’s an underlying mental illness as well. He noted that although local policing entities may have received Crises Intervention Training (CIT) through the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), officers may not necessarily be equipped to deal with comorbid individuals who are both crippled with addiction as well as an underlying mental health issue. Mr. Polce advised that a partnership has also been struck with Nemours and Dover Behavioral Health to offer mental health training 101 to churches, community centers, etc. He stated that they did their first training three (3) months ago and it was geared specifically to the ecumenical community, noting that it is really important for the ecumenical community to be aware of what individuals in their community are facing and the stigma associated with brain health. Mr. Polce informed members that these trainings are offered at no cost and can be tailored to the community. He stated that a member of the subcommittee is the point of contact, and if anyone is interested in taking a training to a community organization or church, to let him know. Mr. Polce informed members that the subcommittee is also exploring harm reduction options, explaining that harm reduction is a component of substance use disorder more specific to opioid use disorder. He stated that they have also been working with Capital School District to implement the Botvin Program, which is an evidence-based program and curriculum that will better equip youth to deal with mental health issues. Mr. Sudler thanked Mr. Polce for the very detailed and informative presentation. Mr. Neil stated that he thought that this was phenomenal. He asked Mr. Polce whether enough information had been accumulated yet to gauge the response of the people who he is reaching out to and what their reaction is. Referring to the locker initiative, Mr. Neil asked whether individuals have access to medications or medical services they may need. He also asked if there was any measurable data yet regarding the domestic violence type of situations. In response to Mr. Neil, Mr. Polce stated that this is an example of a great opportunity for the City to play a collaborative role, noting that the full onus of all of these programs are with the providers who have

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 7 been identified. He explained that, specifically with Interfaith, they have done a great deal of work ensuring that they have point of contacts and connections with all of the critical services they might need. Mr. Polce advised that one of the benefits of having a collaborative working group is having these points of contact identified and accessible. He noted that both the domestic violence proposal as well as the homelessness locker engagement initiative have point of contacts for Bayhealth, Dover Behavioral Health, Connections, the Department of Labor, Delaware State Housing Authority, and Medicaid and Medicare at the State and federal levels. Mr. Polce informed members that having points of contact accessible does not necessarily guarantee access; however, they have had tremendous feedback from Bayhealth, Dover Behavioral Health, and Connections regarding their awareness that this pilot is ongoing and allocating specific resources, including beds and staffing capacity for these projects, since there will be an influx of services called upon. Mayor Christiansen thanked Mr. Polce for his service on the subcommittee and asked him to pass along the City’s gratitude to all of the members. He stated that he thought that this dispels the notion that the members of Council were not compassionate towards those who are less fortunate and are in great need. Mayor Christiansen explained that the fact that the City had put together a blue ribbon commission and the Council President appointed Mr. Polce to the Healthy Neighborhoods subcommittee shows that members are compassionate and are looking for answers to this ongoing issue. He thanked the members of Council for their continued support of the issues and the final results that are going to come back from the blue ribbon commission. Mr. Anderson praised the subcommittees for the great work they are doing, noting that the interaction that he had experienced had been extraordinarily positive. He stated that he appreciated the tremendous amount of work that Mr. Polce had dedicated to this. Noting that Mr. Polce indicated that there were 225 overdoses this year, he asked whether those were all fatal overdoses. Responding, Mr. Polce stated that 225 was the number of fatal overdoses statewide. Mr. Anderson asked how many overdoses and overdose deaths had occurred in Kent County and how many people had been saved by naloxone. In response, Mr. Polce stated that he could provide members with Kent County specific data. He advised that, historically, Kent County had trended 2% lower than New Castle County; however, he stated that he would reconfirm that information as well. Mr. Polce noted that he could also provide the accessible data regarding Narcan, with the caveat that Narcan had just become widespread in the past year, so anyone can administer it and the data would not necessarily be recorded accurately. He explained that he can compile and provide the State and County level data; however, the data does not go to the census track, so there will not be very specific data for Dover. Mr. Anderson noted that a lot of people are getting into substance abuse as an effort at self-medication, and that Mr. Polce had indicated a rate of 12.5% behavioral health comorbidity. Mr. Anderson asked if this was 12.5% of the people who are admitted

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 8 addicts or 12.5% of the population. Responding, Mr. Polce explained that this is self-identified data, and most of this data is compiled by three (3) sources: 1) intake forms when someone receives treatment, 2) point-in-time (PIT) counts for the transient community, collected by the housing alliance, and 3) emergency department (ED) numbers, which are based on individuals who self-identify as a user/misuser and indicate their drug of choice when they go to the ED. Mr. Anderson asked when Kent County Connections partners would be joining the New Castle County model. He stated that it had obviously not started yet; however, he thought that it seemed like it would be a natural enhancement and progression from the Angel program and others. He asked if Mr. Polce knew what the target start dates were or whether they were waiting on more statistics from New Castle. In response, Mr. Polce advised that they were waiting on the check from the federal government. He explained that Connections is the fiduciary steward of the allocated funds and CMMI was in the process of final approval last week. Mr. Polce noted that he wanted to ensure that the approval was given on all three (3) of these initiatives, which was why a copy of his presentation was not available prior to the meeting. He stated that the locker program was an earlier initiative and, there was about a two (2) month lag, so they have been operational for approximately a month now. Mr. Polce stated that he could only speculate regarding the start date, and would never want to speak for the federal government, but he anticipated that a strong start date would be the middle or end of August. Mr. Lewis commended Mr. Polce for his due diligence, serving on the subcommittee, and trying to implement as many changes as possible to help the needy in the community and the local area. In regard to Mr. Neil’s question regarding medical programs, he noted that he served on the board of directors and volunteered for many years with Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing (DIMH) and DIMH has a trailer on- site that is like an intake center. Mr. Lewis clarified that the DIMH locker program had actually been in existence since 2014, noting that he had donated lockers from the old high school; however, it had advanced along with other programs and is an excellent program. Mr. Lindell stated that he applauded Mr. Polce’s efforts on this issue, noting that he knew that Mr. Polce had focused on this issue at the State level for quite awhile as well. Noting that these programs are funded by a State grant, he stated that he would hate to see the programs disappear when that funding runs out. Mr. Lindell asked whether there was a commitment at the State level for the programs that work to continue to be funded after the grant expires. Responding, Mr. Polce stated that he was hoping that someone would ask about sustainability because it is critically important. He informed members that there is not funding coming directly from the State; however, the work of the Healthy Neighborhoods Council and the SIM will continue. Mr. Polce advised that they would be using community benefit dollars from the hospital systems, explaining that, essentially, each hospital gets a pot of money for community good and the hospital systems have pretty much stepped up to the plate and are going to continue to fund highly effective programs. He stated

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 9 that they will be reporting all of the data from their three (3) initiatives, and Wilmington and Sussex County also have a number of initiatives. Mr. Polce advised that the Connections Police Alliance is actually going to be funded in a different way because it’s now part of the State's overdose system of care which is a new program that the State is taking on and ensuring that first responders have an individual with them who’s trained in behavioral health in specific crisis scenarios. UTILITY COMMITTEE The Utility Committee met with Council President Slavin presiding in the absence of Chairman Cole. Evaluation of Proposals - Schutte Park Grading Plan Engineering Design Support Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis regarding the evaluation of proposals for the Schutte Park Grading Plan Engineering Design Support. Staff recommended awarding the contract to Duffield Associates for the Schutte Park Grading Plan Engineering Design Support, Bid #18-0031PW, for the amount of $42,300. Mr. Anderson asked if the bid prices were adjusted for local business preference. Responding, Mrs. Mitchell stated that she would have to check with Mrs. Sharon Duca, Public Works Director/City Engineer, explaining that the local vendor preference is typically noted on the action form when applicable. Mr. Hare moved to recommend awarding the contract to Duffield Associates for the Schutte Park Grading Plan Engineering Design Support, Bid #18-0031PW, for the amount of $42,300, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mrs. Mitchell stated that the City had used Duffield Associates in the past and they did good work. She noted that the City had also used Century Engineering, and Pennoni Associate in the past and they were good vendors as well. The Committee recommended awarding the contract to Duffield Associates for the Schutte Park Grading Plan Engineering Design Support, Bid #18-0031PW, for the amount of $42,300, as recommended by staff. By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Sudler absent).

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 10 Evaluation of Proposals - Wellhead Redevelopment Program Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis, and the budgeted and historical spending amounts regarding the evaluation of proposals for the Wellhead Redevelopment Program. Staff recommended awarding a three (3) year contract, with the City option of two (2), one (1) year extensions, for the Wellhead Redevelopment program to A.C. Schultes of Delaware, Inc. as per the pricing included in the proposal submittal. The Committee recommended awarding a three (3) year contract, with the City option of two (2), one (1) year extensions, for the Wellhead Redevelopment program to A.C. Schultes of Delaware, Inc. as per the pricing included in the proposal submittal, as recommended by staff. By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Sudler absent). LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman Hare presiding. Proposed Ordinance #2018-07 Amending Chapter 106 - Traffic and Vehicles, Article III - Stopping, Standing and Parking, Division 1 - Generally, Section 106-130 - Wrecked, Nonoperating, or Improperly Parked or Equipped Vehicles Mr. David Hugg, III, Director of Planning and Community Development, reviewed Proposed Ordinance #2018-07, explaining that it amends language that has created confusion regarding the difference between vehicles that are abandoned in an inoperable condition and vehicles that are in an operable condition but are not properly licensed or registered, and the length of time those vehicles can remain on a property. Mr. Hugg informed members that staff recently lost an enforcement action on appeal to the Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals regarding Section 106-130 and the proposed amendment was developed at the request of that Board and in consultation with the City Solicitor. Responding to Mr. Hare, Mr. Hugg confirmed that Mr. Hare could park an unlicensed or untagged car in his driveway and work on it for 90 days, if the car is in an operable condition. Mr. Hugg informed members that the situation that staff recently encountered was that an individual had a vehicle that was in an operable condition parked on his property but not properly registered and staff ordered it towed after two (2) warnings and ten days. He stated that the individual appealed and, upon reviewing the language in the Code, it was clear that the vehicle could have been there for up to 90 days. Mr. Hugg explained that the proposed amendment does not change the intent of the ordinance, it simply clarifies the wording.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 11 Mr. Lewis asked if the Department of Planning and Inspections explored State Code to ensure that there are no conflicts. In response, Mr. Hugg advised that the City is not conflicting with State Code. He stated the City does not enforce State Code, the City enforces the City ordinances that relate to vehicles. Mr. Hugg noted that City staff relies on the State Code and State offices to confirm whether a vehicle is registered and has a proper owner, etc. The Committee recommended adoption of Proposed Ordinance #2018-07. By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Sudler absent). (The First Reading of the ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting). By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole Report, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Sudler absent). QUARTERLY REVENUE REPORT Members were provided the Quarterly Revenue Report as of June 30, 2018. By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the Quarterly Revenue Report as of July 2018. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Sudler absent). REAPPOINTMENT RECOMMENDED BY CHAIRMAN WILLIAM F. HARE - COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE/LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION SUBCOMMITTEE - COURTNEY STEWART - ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 2019 Chairman Hare recommended the reappointment of Dr. Courtney Stewart to serve on the Council Committee of the Whole/Legislative, Finance, and Administration Subcommittee for a one-year term to expire May 2019. By Consent Agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the reappointment of Dr. Stewart, as recommended by Chairman Hare. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN Mayor Christiansen recommended the following appointments/reappointments: Election Board - At-Large - Juanita F. Walker - Three-Year Term to Expire May 2020 Planning Commission - Second District - Thomas Holt - Three-Year Term to Expire June 1, 2021 By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the appointments/reappointments to the Election Board and the Planning Commission, as recommended by Mayor Christiansen. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Sudler absent).

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 12 FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2018-07 Council President Slavin reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance were available at the entrance of the Council Chambers, on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government," or by contacting the City Clerk's Office at 736-7008 or cityclerk@dover.de.us. Final action by Council on the proposed ordinance will take place during the Council Meeting of August 27, 2018. In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the proposed Ordinance, as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows: CHAPTER 106 - TRAFFIC AND VEHICLES, ARTICLE III - STOPPING, STANDING AND PARKING, DIVISION 1 - GENERALLY, SECTION 106-130 - WRECKED, NONOPERATING, OR IMPROPERLY PARKED OR EQUIPPED VEHICLES CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, announced that there have been a lot of pre-construction meetings on several major public works projects and reminded members that the North State Street water main replacement is tentatively scheduled to start on August 6, 2018 and some traffic calming will be necessary. COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS Council President Slavin reminded members that the City Council meeting of August 13, 2018 and the Council Committee of the Whole meeting of August 14, 2018 are canceled because of a variety of issues. He also wished Councilman Anderson a happy birthday on July 29th. Mr. Polce announced that, on August 10th, Council President Slavin was having a birthday and, on July 29th was Mrs. McDowell's birthday. Mr. Neil made the following announcement: “Kent County Tourism with Dover as its Jewel has kicked into high gear and is bringing new found money to our Hotels, Motels, restaurants and attractions. While DE Turf is a part of the increase, the work of the new Team under Wendie Vestfall is the force behind the new flow of income. Dover budgets $18,500 per year of income, with the bulk of income coming from the Delaware accommodation tax. The low ebb during the recession was 2008-09 with $247.2 K, and recovered in 2014-15 to $369 K before the new Team took over. FY 2017-18, $452.4 K set a new record for income. On June 26, the Mayor and I greeted a group of 14 Travel Writers and 14 Tour Operators at the Grey Fox who were a part of the FAM Group that visited and toured here for 3 days. There were a number of Veterans Reunion groups in that mix. The Travel Writers have a following, and their visit has already paid electronic and print dividends.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 13 The resulting 42 K on-line readership has created media coverage with an equivalent value of $12 K of paid advertising along with the 8 press pieces that were written from the FAM Tour . The new Kent County/ Greater Dover Tourism website has had 129,477 total visits. What this all means is that we have had an infusion of cash flowing through our community that would not be there unless our Tourism team continues to works at it. The outfit that was hired to survey and recommend a program for the Kent County Tourism may be coming to downtown Dover. On Thursday, July 26th, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., at the Dover Library, you are invited to hear about the potential Streetsense program can offer. Should that occur, the Streetsense program would bring a new group of investors to downtown Dover. This is one of the reasons I try to connect the dots between Tourism and the DDP. The more vibrant the downtown becomes, the greater the benefit to Dover as a whole." Mr. Anderson announced that there would be a public safety town hall meeting for Governors Avenue and surrounding areas on Thursday, July 26, at 6:30 p.m. in Council Chambers. He noted that there have been some concerns expressed and there are some positive things happening and they would like to have a two-way dialogue. Mr. Anderson thanked the Dover Police, Code Enforcement, and his colleagues, Councilman Sudler and Councilman Lewis, Chairman of Public Safety, for their participation. Mr. Hare reminded everyone that the farmer’s market would be open on Wednesday on Loockerman Street and there would be a special visitor for the little ones from noon to about 1:15 p.m. for Christmas in July. Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m. TRACI A. McDOWELL CITY CLERK

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JULY 23, 2018 PAGE 14 All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of July 23, 2018, are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /TM S:\AGENDAS-MINUTES-PACKETS-PRESENTATIONS-ATT&EXH\Council-Minutes\2018\07-23-2018 Council Minutes .wpd