Council Minutes

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING The Regular Council Meeting was held on May 28, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Hare presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Cole, Mr. Polce, Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Lindell. Staff members present were Major Stump, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Hugg, Fire Chief Rhodes, City Solicitor Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. Mayor Christiansen was also present (departed at 8:13 p.m.). Ms. Peddicord was absent. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Hare declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council was not in official session and could not take formal action. Mr. Brandon Mesa, Mr. James West III, Ms. Logan Hall, Mr. Daniel Amick, Mr. Blakely Gustafson, Mr. Spencer Greene, and Mr. Joshua DiLorenzo spoke about the benefits of, and the need for, a skate park in Dover. The invocation was given by Mayor Christiansen, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Sudler moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Mr. Neil moved for approval of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 6, 2019 The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of May 6, 2019 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Lindell and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 8, 2019 The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of May 8, 2019 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Lindell and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2019 The Minutes of the Annual Council Meeting of May 13, 2019 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Lindell and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2019 The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of May 13, 2019 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Lindell and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 2 CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS - CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS BASKETBALL TEAM The City Clerk read the following Certificate of Congratulations into the record: CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS presented to The Central Middle School Girls Basketball Team on being the winner of the Capital Classic Tournament. Through their passion and dedication they finished with an undefeated season. We commend the following student-athletes for their outstanding performance: Players Brianna Beard Breanna Drummond Laci Jacobs Sara Benson Aza Edmunds Azareya Kilgoe Arian Brock Brenly George Heaven Robinson D'Iona Brooks-Combs Anye Hardy Amya Rosario Managers Syarah DuPont Ky'aira Hardy Akyah Mosley The entire team and Coaches Ken Brock, Charles Mumford and Kenny Roach are applauded for their remarkable achievement. Good luck next season! On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the Certificate to the athletes, managers, and coaches in recognition of their achievement. CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS - DOVER HIGH SCHOOL BOYS INDOOR TRACK TEAM The City Clerk read the following Certificate of Congratulations into the record: CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS presented to The Dover High School Boys Indoor Track Team on being the 2019 Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association (DIAA) Boys Indoor Track Team Champions. We commend the following student-athletes for their outstanding performance:

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 3 Hezakiah Ali-Bentley Nathanael Guy Onyekachi Nwogbaga Bradly Anyanwu Ric Johnson Javon Peace Charles Anyanwu Dante Jones, Jr. Tylis Randall Matthew Bieker Tyjhir Joyner Travon Towson Abdul-Rahim Bracey James Kilby Kwama Veal Dazhmier Brooks Landon Lewicki Anthony Wallace Za'Kess Brown Jordan Magee Tahj Ward Tamir Caldwell Darrell Muchison Javontae Wayman Samuel Courtney Victor Negron Erick Woods The entire team and Coaches James Kilby, Roger Lilly and James Solomon are applauded for their remarkable achievement. We enjoyed cheering you on and look forward to next season. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the Certificate to the athletes and coaches in recognition of their achievement. CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS - ERIC D. GLASS The City Clerk read the following Certificate of Congratulations into the record: CERTIFICATE OF CONGRATULATIONS presented to Eric D. Glass upon his acceptance to the prestigious United States Air Force Academy. The City of Dover extends its sincere congratulations on this exceptional honor and accomplishment. We wish you many years of great success. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the Certificate to Eric Glass in recognition of his acceptance into the United States Air Force Academy. PROCLAMATION - PIRATES PLUNDER ENTERTAINMENT The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: PROCLAMATION presented to Pirates Plunder Entertainment In recognition of the faithful service of all Pirates Plunder Entertainment members, I, Robin R. Christiansen, Mayor of the City of Dover, do hereby proclaim Tuesday, May 28, 2019 as PIRATES' DAY in the City of Dover.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 4 Thank you for protecting our City! On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the Proclamation to Captain Cortez, Captain O'Driscoll and Captain One Eye of Pirates Plunder Entertainment. PRESENTATION - FINAL REPORT OF THE MAYOR'S BLUE RIBBON TASK FORCE TO END HOMELESSNESS IN DOVER AND CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION Ms. Jeanine Kleimo of Dover Interfaith Mission presented the Final Report of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Task Force to End Homelessness in Dover. At the conclusion of the presentation, Mayor Christiansen presented the following Certificate of Appreciation to the member of the Mayor’s Blue Ribbon Task Force to End Homelessness in Dover: CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION presented to The Mayor's Blue Ribbon Task Force to End Homelessness in Dover The Mayor and Council extend their deepest gratitude to the members of the Task Force for their concern and dedication. As the Task Force ends their work and we move to the next phase of meeting the challenge of ending homelessness and rough sleeping among the less fortunate of our City, we must develop meaningful partnerships with the State and County to implement their recommendations. We will continue to move forward. ANNEXATION/REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2920 NORTH DUPONT HIGHWAY, OWNED BY NEWWIND PROPERTIES 2920 LLC Council President Hare advised that the applicant had requested that the Public Hearing and final action on the annexation be postponed. Staff recommended that the public hearing for the annexation and rezoning be rescheduled for Monday, July 22, 2019. Mr. Sudler moved to reschedule the public hearing for the annexation and rezoning of 2920 North DuPont Highway for Monday, July 22, 2019 at 7:30 p.m. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried. DOVER HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION REPORT - APRIL 18, 2019 The Dover Human Relations Commission (DHRC) met on April 18, 2019 at 6:10 p.m. with Chairman Gaddis presiding. Members present were Mr. Fleming, Mr. Rocha, and Ms. Mullen. Mrs. Mishoe Paige, and Mrs. Herbert were absent. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 6:00 p.m., prior to the commencement of the Official Commission Meeting. Mr. Gaddis declared the Open Forum in session and reminded

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 5 those present that the Commission was not in official session and could not take formal action. There was no one present wishing to speak during the Open Forum. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS Mr. Fleming moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. Proposed Revisions to DHRC Brochure Members discussed the DHRC Brochure, noting that they each had different versions. Mr. Fleming suggested revising the “Mission Statement” and “What We Do” portions of the brochure to read, as follows: The Commission works with City Council and City administration, and other community organizations, to strengthen intergroup relationships and eliminate discrimination, and to anticipate, prepare for, and resolve incidents of intergroup conflicts and disputes within the city. We build on it’s partnership with Dover P.D., identify additional human relations approaches and lessons that can be integrated into Delaware Police Department community relations strategy. Mr. Gaddis stated that he thought the DHRC was supposed to foster positive relationships; however, he did not believe the DHRC was supposed to be involved in any conflicts. Mr. Gaddis requested that Mr. Fleming email his suggested revisions to the City Clerk’s Office for members’ consideration at the next meeting. Discussion - Open Forum Format Members discussed whether or not to continue the Open Forum segment of the DHRC meetings. Mr. Fleming moved to recommend the discontinuation of the Open Forum segment of the DHRC meetings, seconded by Ms. Mullen. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Gaddis explained that if the Open Forum segment is discontinued, a person wishing to speak would need to contact a member of the Commission or the City Clerk’s Office to request that the Chair place their item on the agenda for consideration. Ms. Denise Devine, Assistant City Clerk, noted that Chapter 58 - Human Relations of the Dover Code allows the chair or three (3) members of the Commission to call a special meeting.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 6 The Commission recommended the discontinuation of the Open Forum segment of the DHRC meetings. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval of the Commission’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Mr. Rocha noted that the DHRC Strategic Plan had expired and requested that members begin the process of updating it for another three (3) years. Members agreed to review the Strategic Plan during their next meeting. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of the Dover Human Relations Commission Report, seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. DOVER HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION REPORT - MAY 16, 2019 The Dover Human Relations Commission (DHRC) met on May 16, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. with Chairman Gaddis presiding. Members present were Mr. Fleming, Mrs. Herbert, and Mr. Rocha. Ms. Mullen and Ms. Mishoe Paige were absent. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Fleming moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. Proposed Revisions to DHRC Brochure Responding to Mr. Gaddis regarding the revisions Mr. Fleming suggested during the DHRC meeting of April 18, 2019, Mr. Fleming stated that he thought the brochure was okay as approved by Council. Mr. Fleming noted that he did not have any significant changes to the brochure. Discussion to Update the DHRC Strategic Plan Members reviewed the City of Dover Human Relations Commission Strategic Plan 2015-2018. Mr. Gaddis noted that he believed the third paragraph of Section II. Mission of the plan regarding resolving incidents of intergroup conflicts and disputes within the City, was problematic because it falls under the purview of the State Human Relations Commission. Mrs. Herbert stated that she thought the first paragraph is a very good mission statement, but the second half of it is basically how it’s going to be done, which is not really part of the mission statement. She stated that they don’t want to have a statement that is open to interpretation. Mrs. Herbert noted that they want to make sure it’s very clear what the DHRC will do, and that members can’t clarify what the DHRC will do until they look at the City Code and pick out what three (3) or four (4) things they are going to do. She indicated that she thought that they needed to make things as simple as possible. Mr. Rocha stated that he agreed with Mrs. Herbert.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 7 Mr. Rocha noted that whether or not they need to rework the first paragraph, he thought that members should be able to communicate their mission to the public. He stated that he thought having a mission statement consisting of three (3) paragraphs becomes difficult to convey. Mr. Rocha moved to recommend that the DHRC refresh the mission statement for the Strategic Plan, seconded by Mrs. Herbert. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Denise Devine, Assistant City Clerk, stated that members would not be able to email each other to gain opinions on the mission statement before they meet next month. She explained that would be a serial meeting, but if he wanted to draft something and provide it to the City Clerk’s Office, it could be included in the packet for next month, that way everybody would have a chance to review it and it would still be a public document. Ms. Devine noted that development of a strategic plan is not required by the Code. She stated that it was something that the former members wanted to do. Mr. Rocha withdrew the motion to recommend that the DHRC refresh the mission statement for the Strategic Plan. Mr. Rocha moved to recommend that the DHRC hold a Workshop, seconded by Mrs. Herbert and unanimously carried. Mrs. Herbert moved to recommend that the DHRC hold a Workshop on June 20, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. to begin working on their goals and objectives. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval the Commission’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Mr. Rocha stated that he brings a binder with him to each meeting and plans to include Chapter 58 of the Code, the DHRC Strategic Plan, and meeting agendas and minutes for reference. He proposed that, once the Commission builds a process, members prepare a binder for their own use, which they will leave for their replacements upon their departure from the Commission. Mrs. Herbert stated that she agreed with Mr. Rocha. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of the Dover Human Relations Commission Report, seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. 2019/2020 ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS (Deferred During the Annual Meeting of May 13, 2019) By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Lindell, the following appointments were approved by consent agenda:

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 8 Council Committee of the Whole Subcommittees Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman Matthew J. Lindell, Chair Daniel T. Shevock Recommended by Committee Chair Lindell Jonathan D. Contant Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman David L. Anderson, Chair M. Milford Caldwell, Jr. Recommended by Committee Chair Anderson Thomas J. Dix Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman Ralph L. Taylor, Jr., Chair Dana Shelton Utility Committee Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman Scott W. Cole, Chair Margaret A. Haass Recommended by Committee Chair Anderson Kathleen Doyle Downtown Dover Partnership Board of Directors City Manager, Donna S. Mitchell (Ex-officio member) City Planner, David S. Hugg III (Ex-officio member) Mayor Robin R. Christiansen (Ex-Officio Member) Nominated and Confirmed by City Council Councilman Fred A. Neil Councilman Tanner Wm. Polce General Employee Pension Plan Board City Manager, Donna S. Mitchell (ex-officio member) Controller/Treasurer, Lori Peddicord (ex-officio member) Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman David L. Anderson Councilman Ralph L. Taylor, Jr. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Board City Manager, Donna S. Mitchell (ex-officio member) Human Resources Director, Kim D. Hawkins (ex-officio member)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 9 Controller/Treasurer, Lori Peddicord (ex-officio member) Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman David L. Anderson Councilman Ralph L. Taylor, Jr. Police Pension Plan - Retirement Committee City Manager, Donna S. Mitchell (ex-officio member) Major Timothy Stump (Ex-officio member) Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman David L. Anderson Councilman Ralph L. Taylor, Jr. City/County Committee (Liaison to Kent County) - Recommended by Council President Hare Mayor Robin R. Christiansen Council President Hare Councilman Fred A. Neil Councilman Tanner Wm. Polce Councilman Timothy A. Slavin Donna S. Mitchell, City Manager Kent County Tourism Board of Directors (Voting Liaison) - Recommended by Council President Hare Councilman Fred A. Neil Kent Economic Partnership Board of Directors (Voting Liaison Member) Councilman David L. Anderson ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved to defer the following appointments until June 10, 2019, as requested by Mayor Christiansen. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Dover Fourth of July Celebration Committee Dover Public Library Advisory Commission Election Board Silver Lake Commission REAPPOINTMENT RECOMMENDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT HARE - BISHOP THOMAS L. HOLSEY - CITY CHAPLAIN (ANNUAL APPOINTMENT EXPIRES JUNE 2020) By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved to approve the reappointment of Bishop Thomas L. Holsey as the City Chaplain, as recommended by Council President Hare. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 28, 2019 PAGE 10 CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS None. COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Anderson reminded everyone of the Dover Health Card which offers discounts for prescriptions, eyeglasses, and dental care. He advised that it is a free service from the City of Dover and the cards are available at participating pharmacies in many locations. Mr. Anderson noted that he could be contacted by email at David.Anderson@dover.de.us. Mr. Anderson advised that the Convoy of Hope would begin on Saturday, June 8th and continue through June 21st. He noted that it would provide some health screening to the people of the community who need them. Mr. Anderson suggested that more information was available on the Code Purple Facebook page, his Facebook page, and in the papers. Mr. Lindell congratulated Dover High School's girls tennis team for their recent state title, which he believed was their first one in school history. Mr. Neil moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Cole and unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:17 p.m. TRACI A. McDOWELL CITY CLERK All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of May 28, 2019, are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /TM S:\AGENDAS-MINUTES-PACKETS-PRESENTATIONS-ATT&EXH\Council-Minutes\2019\05-28-2019 Council Minutes.wpd