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ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING The Annual City Council Meeting was held by video conference on May 10, 2021 at 7:31 p.m. with Mayor Christiansen presiding. Council members present via video or telephone were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Rocha, Mr. Taylor, Mr. Lindell and Mr. Hare. Staff members present via video or telephone were Police Chief Johnson, Ms. Peddicord, Mr. Robertson, Mr. Hugg, Fire Chief Carey, Mr. Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS The colors were presented by Dover High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC). INVOCATION the invocation was given by Bishop W. James Thomas, II, Senior Pastor, Calvary Baptist Church. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Miss Liliana Burgos. NATIONAL ANTHEM The National Anthem was sung by the Dover High School Chorus. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Hare moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2021-09 - TIMOTHY A. SLAVIN The City Clerk read Resolution No. 2021-09 into the record as follows: WHEREAS, Timothy A. Slavin was sworn into office as Councilman of the Third District on May 10, 2004 and served with distinction until May 10, 2010. He was again sworn into office on May 13, 2013 as the At-Large Council Representative and served with distinction until May 10, 2021; and WHEREAS, during his many years of service to the citizens of Dover, Timothy A. Slavin served as Council President and Vice Mayor from May 11, 2015 until May 13, 2019; as Chair of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee; the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee; the Construction Code Board of Appeals; the Education Liaison Committee; and the Sex Offenders Legislation Review Committee; as Co-Chair of the Services to Seniors Committee; as Secretary of the Dover 4th of July Committee; and as a member of the Utility Committee; the Council Committee of the Whole; the Downtown Dover Development Corporation; the Downtown Dover Partnership; the Haggerty & Haggerty Ad-Hoc Review Committee; the Police Chief Selection Committee; and as Liaison to Kent County (City/County Committee); and WHEREAS, throughout his tenure, Timothy A. Slavin has displayed a professional approach to his duties and a quality of leadership that fostered civility and the respect of his colleagues. His attention

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 2 to detail and open-mindedness guided decision-making based not on emotion but on factual information and his life's experiences brought an insight and empathy that was beneficial to all; and WHEREAS, the City of Dover has benefitted from Timothy A. Slavin's genuine care and concern for his constituents, colleagues, and city and he will always be remembered for his unique ability to bring about compromise amongst diverse individuals. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council recognize that Timothy A. Slavin will be sorely missed and express their sincere appreciation to him and his family for the dedicated years of service and personal sacrifices made on behalf of the City of Dover. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council wish Councilman Slavin and his family success in all future endeavors and direct the City Clerk to make this resolution a part of the permanent records of the City of Dover as a lasting symbol of appreciation and gratitude to Timothy A. Slavin. ADOPTED: MAY 10, 2021 Mr. Hare moved for adoption of Resolution No. 2021-09, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Mr. Slavin noted that it had been his great honor to serve on Dover City Council these past many years and that he considered it the honor of a lifetime to have participated in their American democracy. He extended his thanks to all the members of City Council he served with over the years for their friendship, their fellowship, their mentoring, and for allowing him to learn how to build consensus, how to persuade and how to disagree with people. Mr. Slavin stated that he respected and admired them for their service. He noted that they may have disagreed, but they were always united in their love of the city. Mr. Slavin extended his gratitude to every employee of the City of Dover, noting that they are the life force and it is their work that keeps the community thriving. He apologized for those times when he may have represented the employees with anything less than full support. Mr. Slavin stated that the employees deserve the support of everyone in the city, noting that they earn it each and every day, and he was proud to have called them his colleagues. OATHS OF OFFICE ADMINISTERED BY THE HONORABLE JAMES G. MCGIFFIN, JR. - FAMILY COURT JUDGE The Honorable James G. McGiffin, Jr, Family Court, administered the Oaths of Office as follows: Council - At-Large - Andre M. Boggerty Council - First District - Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. Council - Second District - William F. Hare Council - Third District - Tricia K. Arndt Council - Third District - Fred A. Neil Council - Fourth District - David L. Anderson

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 3 ELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT/VICE-MAYOR Mayor Christiansen opened the floor for nominations for Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2021/2022. Mr. Lindell moved to nominate Mr. Neil, Mr. Rocha, and Mr. Sudler to serve as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2021/2022, seconded by Mr. Anderson. Mr. Rocha declined the nomination to serve as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2021/2022. Mr. Sudler moved to close nominations, seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried. Mr. Sudler moved that a roll call vote be used to elect the Council President/Vice-Mayor, seconded by Mr. Boggerty. Mr. Neil expressed his concerns regarding a roll call vote. He noted that in the past they have done a secret ballot as they do not want intimidation or any sort of recrimination after the vote and that a secret vote satisfies that. Mr. Sudler stated that to imply someone would exercise some form of intimidation because it did not go their way is not statesmanlike. He requested that they move forward with the roll call for transparency for the community. Mr. Anderson agreed with Mr. Neil that a secret vote is the preferred way when they have a competitive election. He noted that his hesitation this one time was because they were not in person and they have a system that is unproven to them. Mr. Anderson stated that because of the uneasy nature, he may vote for this particular motion, but does not intend to do it as a precedent. Mr. Lindell stated that he asked for the history of the secret ballot and there was discussion in the minutes from 2008, which was when the secret ballot process began. He noted that Ms. Sophia Russell, former Fourth District Councilwoman, was integral in that discussion about the Australian or secret ballot. Mr. Lindell respected the idea that some individuals should have the ability to vote without having to share their opinion, but stated that it did not matter to him and he would tell whoever wants to know how he voted. Mr. Rocha noted that the public was adamant about seeing transparency from Council. Mr. Sudler moved for a roll call vote, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and carried by a roll call vote of five (5) yes (Anderson, Sudler, Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor) and four (4) no (Neil, Arndt, Lindell and Hare). By a roll call vote of six (6) yes for Mr. Sudler (Anderson, Sudler, Boggerty, Rocha, Taylor, and Hare), two (2) yes for Mr. Neil (Neil and Arndt), and one (1) abstention (Lindell), Mr. Roy Suder, Jr. was elected to serve as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2021/2022.

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 4 Mr. Neil moved to elect Roy Sudler, Jr. by unanimous vote. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and carried with Mr. Lindell voting no. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA All Consent Agenda items are considered routine and non-controversial and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of Council so requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item. Mr. Sudler moved for adoption of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. PROCLAMATION - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEEK The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, City of Dover's Economic Development is under the Mayor's Office, partnering with local organizations who are committed to advancing the economic development profession by providing resources, professional development and networking opportunities; and WHEREAS, economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for our community by creating, retaining, and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth, and provide a stable tax base. Economic developers stimulate and incubate entrepreneurism in order to help establish the next generation of new businesses; and WHEREAS, economic developers are engaged in a wide variety of settings including rural and urban, local, state, provincial, and federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities, and a variety of other institutions; and WHEREAS, economic developers attract and retain high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities, and improve the quality of life in their regions. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim May 9-15, 2021 as Economic Development Week in the City of Dover and remind individuals of the importance of this community celebration which supports the expansion of career opportunities and improving quality of life. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation to Mr. David Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development. PROCLAMATION - COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, for the past 55 years, First State Community Action Agency has improved the lives of scores of individuals and families throughout the City of Dover by promoting solutions to a broad range of challenges. The Agency strives to ignite economic growth and promote economic stability,

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 5 which builds stronger communities, fosters self-sufficiency, and helps to ensure that all citizens are able to live in dignity; and WHEREAS, First State Community Action Agency has provided greater opportunities for those in need of assistance by creating pathways to prosperity through programs that offer benefits such as job training, affordable housing, and utility assistance for seniors; and WHEREAS, First State Community Action Agency offers innovative solutions that create a greater chance of success for everyone and continues to be a voice for the disenfranchised in our community. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim May 2021 as COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH in the City of Dover in recognition of the hard work and dedication of First State Community Action Agency. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation to Ms. Sade' Truiett and Ms. Bernice Edwards. First State Community Action Agency. PROCLAMATION - PUBLIC WORKS WEEK The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, our public works professionals focus on infrastructure and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high quality of life and well-being of the people of the City of Dover; and WHEREAS, these infrastructure and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals of the City of Dover Departments of Public Works', Parks & Recreation and Water & Wastewater, Grounds, Sanitation, Streets, Stormwater, Water, Wastewater, Water Treatment and Production, Engineering and Inspections, and Administration Divisions, who are responsible for operating, maintaining, improving and protecting our City's properties and local environment, solid waste systems, rights-of-way, water supply, and water and wastewater systems which are essential for our citizens; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest for the citizens, civic leaders and children of the City of Dover to gain and maintain knowledge and progressive interest regarding the importance of public works and public works programs in the community; and WHEREAS, the American Public Works Association 2021 National Public Works Week theme, "Stronger Together," embraces the City of Dover community by working together, the impact citizens and public works professionals have on our community is magnified and results in the ability to accomplish goals once thought unattainable. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim May 16 - 21, 2021 as PUBLIC WORKS WEEK in the City of Dover and urge all citizens and organizations to learn more about the topics involved in providing public works, and to recognize the contributions that the dedicated Departments of Public Works',

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 6 Parks & Recreation and Water & Wastewater employees make every day to our health, safety, comfort, and quality of life. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation to Ms. Sharon Duca, Public Works Director, and Mr. Jason Lyon, Water and Wastewater Director. Mrs. Duca thanked the members of City Council for taking the time to recognize the Departments of Public Works and Water/Wastewater, as well as the other members of the Dover team who worked together in order to work on the infrastructure and keep things going for the city. Mr. Lyon accepted the proclamation on behalf of their 36 person team. He noted that the men and women associated with the department have always answered the call to improve the quality of life for the customers and citizens of the City of Dover, whether that be through tornadoes, after-hour calls, assisting Kent County with sewer main breaks or through a pandemic. Each one of these team members never complains. They just get up, go out and get the job done to bring the water to the customers and take the wastewater away. STATE OF THE CITY MESSAGE - MAYOR ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN Mayor Christiansen offered the following State of the City Message: “Good evening, Honorable Council members and my fellow Doverians. Tonight, it is my continued honor to bring to you the annual State of the City Address. We as a City and as citizens have survived one of the most horrific challenging events and year during our lifetime. Some of our loved ones and friends were victims of the pandemic and we will keep them in our hearts forever. But once again the faith, prayers, strength, and resolve of the men and women and children of this community have allowed us to come roaring back bigger, better, and stronger than ever. The adventure that is Dover continues. This evening begins a bitter sweet week in our City's history. Tonight, we say goodbye and thank you to former Council President Tim Slavin, not only a long-time member of Council but as a great leader; a voice of calm and reason, a guiding force and a true servant of the people who he has served so well. I will miss his wise counsel and I cherish our friendship. Best wishes to him and his family. We also after the final graduation ceremony this Saturday bid farewell to a storied and historic institution Wesley College. Since 1873 Wesley under many names has been an integral part of the history of the City of Dover and the State of Delaware. The college has not only produced many graduates of influence but many leaders local, state, and national. A new chapter in the City's history is now ready to be written. With the acquisition of Wesley College by Delaware State University a new vision and partnership with endless possibilities begins for the University and the

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 7 City. So long old friend Wesley College and thank you to all former leaders, staff, and students. Wolverines forever. Many of you have seen the Dover Strong signs throughout the City and those signs reflect the spirit of everyone across the City and our strength during the pandemic. I would be remiss if I didn't offer my personal thanks and a heartfelt Thank you from Council to all of our medical professionals, our front line of defense against the pandemic putting their personal health and safety at risk to protect and care for us. A special thanks to our police officers, our volunteer fire fighters, and emergency service personnel who despite the dangers of the pandemic continue to serve the public without hesitation. To the City of Dover employees in each department a hearty round of applause for even in these difficult times they still worked to provide the services wherever possible and as a quickly as possible to all of our citizens without interruption or inconvenience. To the Citizens of Dover, I thank each of you for your patience and understanding as city services were on revised schedules and not as rapidly available as under normal conditions. I also thank you for the meals and snacks that many of you provided to employees and first responders. We are a community that comes together, and we came together quickly when the Tornado touched down from Tropical Storm Isaias. August 4, 2020 will be a day we will all remember. Damage was horrific. But everyone joined hands and hearts to rescue, restore, and return our city to normal. With the help of our dedicated city personnel and neighboring electric departments power for the most part was restored quickly, and neighbors and city crews alike began clearing trees and debris. Once again, we mirrored the slogan "Dover Strong" as neighbor helping neighbor occurred throughout the City. Team Rubicon a team of volunteer veterans who continue to serve their fellow citizens and the citizens of Dover for approximately 3 weeks their help was invaluable to restoring our town with 3067 volunteer hours. A huge thank you to Capital School District/Dover High School, local rotaries, Elks Lodge 1903, Knights of Columbus, Kent County Levy Court, numerous elected officials both state and county, Councilman Anderson and Councilman Cole, and many private citizens who helped with relief efforts, housing, and meals. A special thanks to the IMA and other organizations for joining together at Thanksgiving providing turkeys and other staples to those in need and military families of deployed service members in defense of our country. Who could forget the efforts of the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce and many others to make Home for the Holidays Celebrations happen and Sean and Katie and others for making the Christmas Season the season of hope and joy with Dashing through Dover and the Dover Fire Department with Operation Santa Claus? All of these events provided encouragement for the future. You have my eternal gratitude.

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 8 Over the last year we grew in our accountability to our citizens. We hired a new police Chief Tom Johnson whose task was to take an excellent department to new heights. Like previous Chiefs before him Paul Bernat, Marvin Mailey, and Tim Stump he believed in community policing. He began those changes and after the unfortunate death of George Floyd accelerated those changes and the need for a complete review of policies and procedures. His request for the support of Community Policing and the tools and man power to put a 21st Century police department to better protect and serve our citizen were embraced by Mayor and Council. We must follow through on that commitment we made to our citizens, the Chief, and the men and women of Dover Police Department. We must however realize the success of 21st century community policing is community cooperation and community trust. As a City we have grown and even in the middle of a national crisis we have attracted new businesses to our City and expansion of others. Through the joint efforts of the City, Kent County Levy Court, Kent Economic Partnership, and the Chamber of Commerce we have brought a major employer to the City, "Delmarva Corrugated Box Company". Likewise, we have begun construction on two new middle schools and a new Unites States Post Office and plan are near completion for a new Family Court. While we have sadly lost some small businesses to the pandemic others continue to want to be part of the fabric of Dover. Dover Air Force Base continues to be a staple of our economy as its mission grows. A joint use agreement soon to be signed will generate unimagined opportunity for future jobs. Garrison Oak continues to be heavily marketed in our city as the place to live, work, and play. Choose Central Delaware is the National marketing tool for Dover and Kent County and interest and inquiries are growing daily. Dover continues to be in business to do business. A new day is dawning in Dover. Finally, as I bring my speech to a close, I want to thank Council for your dedicated service to our City. Many times, we are called upon to make tough decisions and travel the road less traveled. But you and I are faced with many challenges to honor our commitment to our citizens not only today but also to the legacy we will leave to those who will come behind us. We cannot in good conscience continue to kick the can down the road on the needs of a growing city. We must address aging infrastructure and other issues head on if we are going to be a competitive player in building our economy and growth of our city and tax base. Please stand with me on always doing what is right but not necessarily popular. We must always do what must be done with fidelity, honesty, and integrity. I believe in Dover and I hope you do too.”

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 9 PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2021-07 - REZONING REQUEST FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 630 WEST DIVISION STREET A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider the rezoning of property located at 630 West Division Street, consisting of 1.0853+/- acres, owned by Silver Linings Holding Corporation c/o Tolano Anderson. This property is currently zoned C-3 (Service Commercial Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone) and the proposed zoning is C-2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone). (Tax Parcel: ED-05-076.08-01-40.01-000; Planning Reference: Z-21-03; Fourth Council District) Mr. Neil moved that the final reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of March 22, 2021). Planner’s Review Mr. David Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development, reviewed the petition to amend the zoning district and the findings and recommendations of the Planning Commission. He noted that the Planning Commission recommended approval of the rezoning request. Mr. Hugg advised members that there was a petition supplied in opposition to the rezoning. He noted that they verified that the petition meets the Delaware State code requirements for a valid petition. Mr. Hugg reminded them that a three-quarter vote was necessary for approval or denial. Mr. Hugg advised that the action before members was a change in the various uses of the building from a C-3 classification (Service Commercial Zone) to a C-2A classification (Limited Central Commercial Zone), which would allow some additional uses in the building, principally the addition of apartments. Responding to Mr. Lindell, Mr. Hugg advised that they were voting on whether to change the land use classification that would allow the owner of the property to add apartments to this building, as something they cannot do under the current C3 zone. He noted that the project would still need approval of a site plan. Mr. Rocha noted there were mixed messages coming to Council in reference to what they dealt with similarly a few months ago. He expressed his concerns regarding the proximity of the schools. Mr. Rocha asked if there were any ideas of what the use of the building or the apartments were. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Hugg stated that if the building was rezoned as requested, apartments is one of the allowed or permitted uses. He stated that they do not have an actual floor plan or site plan for the property; however, apartments are permitted in the C-2A zoning district. Mr. Anderson asked what other C-2A zones were in that area. Responding, Mr. Hugg stated that it is a mix of commercial use zones. He noted that south of the area there are some residential districts, a C-1A, which is a local commercial district, on the north side of the street is C-3, which is the current existing zoning of service commercial directly across the street and is a similar C-2A zoning district and a small manufacturing district on Ridgely Street a couple of hundred yards away. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Hugg stated that he did not believe there were any traffic restrictions or traffic volume issues. He noted hat the project went through the Development Advisory

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 10 Committee and there were no objections to the rezoning from the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT). Public Hearing Mayor Christiansen declared the public hearing open. Mr. Tolano Anderson, 50 Duck Creek Terrace, the rezoning applicant, submitted correspondence prior to the meeting (Exhibit #1). Mr. Anderson stated that the rezoning is the highest and best use for this property. It is a 19,400 square foot building that is more than 75% vacant and has been for nearly two years, with a value of over $1.4 million. He stated that this is a problem because there is a lot of potential use for the property; however, the focus now is to avoid a blight upon the City and it is important that they address those matters up front. Mr. Anderson stated that the rezoning application precludes blights and provides affordable housing for people. He noted that Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing (DIMH) has significant interest in the property. Mr. Tolano Anderson stated that they do not have an agreement or contract to DIMH. He advised that they are a real estate developer and property managers. Two other parties other than DIMH have expressed interest in the property because there is a shortage of affordable housing in the City. Mr. Anderson referenced a 36-page memorandum submitted by Mr. John Paradee of Baird Mandalas Brockstedt, LLC (Exhibit #2) that opposed the application on the ground that it would be a homeless shelter. He stated that it was incorrect. Mr. Anderson noted that C-2A prohibits sex offenders and, by Delaware law, a sex offender is not allowed to reside there because of the proximity to the school. Mr. Sudler expressed his concerns regarding traffic in that area. He noted that the area would be too congested if they allow the rezoning to move forward. Responding to Mr. Sudler’s concerns, Mr. Tolano Anderson advised that he was aware of what the ingress and egress requirements would be and the improvements they would need to make to the property. He noted that, through the Development Advisory Committee (DAC), that issue was addressed with DelDOT and they had no opposition from the professional planning staff, DAC, or Planning Commission. Mr. Lindell reminded members that they were discussing the zoning specifically and that there was nothing in the Planning Commission report that dealt with anything beyond that. Mr. Rocha stated that he wanted to know what was going to be on the property. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Anderson stated that is a decision that will be made by their board in terms of what the final disposition of the property will be. He noted that they are looking at apartments in that building with a mixed use. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Hugg stated that the mixed use zone accommodates a number of land uses and allows residential use. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg stated that under the C-3 and C-2A zoning the owners would be allowed to open any retail store that is legal in the City of Dover. He advised that the primary difference between the two zones is that the C-2A would allow residential use and C-3 does not.

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 11 Mr. Victor Giangrant, 805 Forest Street, owner of the Westside Car Wash expressed his concerns for the surrounding businesses and issues with the homeless panhandling their customers, urinating and defecating on their properties, and stealing. He noted that other businesses and residential dwellings are complaining about similar issues. Mr. Giangrant stated that customers complained that the carwash on West Division Street was an unsafe environment and branded it through word of mouth and it eventually closed due to lack of revenue. He stated that he respected the work that the DIMH does for the homeless community, but that this was not the right place for them. Ms. Ann Marie Townsend noted that she had submitted a letter prior to the meeting (Exhibit #3). Ms. Lachelle Paul asked about the process for approving the rezoning application and the apartments. She asked if the criminal background check would be the same as it is for public housing if the apartments were going house the homeless. Responding, Mr. Hugg advised that matter would be determined by the owner or manager of the apartments. He noted that they do not regulate the specific requirements for occupancy by the individuals that will be living there. Mayor Christiansen requested that if Ms. Paul had any further questions in regard to apartments, that she contact the Planning and Inspections Department. Mr. Hare stated that he was getting mixed signals in reference to Ms. Townsend’s letter because it stated that Council should approve the rezoning because if it is approved, DIMH plans to create apartments so their clients have access to housing. He noted that they planned to move their shelter to Walker Road, but they did not get approval after the neighbors objected and they chose West Division Street. Mr. Boggerty asked if they were bifurcating the issue. He stated that if they were, they needed to focus on the zoning and let the other issue stand alone. Mayor Christiansen agreed and noted that they have an obligation to focus on the zoning. Ms. Townsend stated that she does not have any firsthand knowledge about DIMH. She emphasized that the property directly across the street is zoned C-2A. Ms. Townsend noted that both the Planning Commission and Staff have said that the property is compatible with the surrounding zones and the Comprehensive Plan. She noted that she was disheartened that the issue that is causing concern about zoning is about who would occupy apartments if they are constructed, which goes right to the heart of a fair housing question. Ms. Townsend advised that the point that she raised in her letter was DIMH chose not to go to Walker Road because the neighbors did not want them and then Council denied the rezoning. Mr. John Paradee, Baird Mandalas Brockstedt, LLC, stated that it was disingenuous for the applicant to suggest that this was being presented for anything other than apartments for the homeless. He noted that the problem with that was that once they rezone the property to C-2A, they cannot deny the apartment use for the homeless because there is nothing in the City code that prohibits apartments being leased to the homeless. Mr. Paradee advised that C-2A prohibits homeless shelters, but it does not prohibit apartments, which may be leased to the homeless.

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 12 With regard to the sex offenders issue, Mr. Paradee stated that there is nothing in City code that punishes a property owner who harbors a sex offender. He noted that Title 11, Section 11-12A1, makes it a criminal offense for a sex offender to reside within 500 feet of the school and that is an offense committed by the person, not the property owner. Mr. Paradee stated that it still conflicts with businesses and the residents. He advised that the petition is signed by every property owner in the neighborhood and it does not matter what the basis of their objection was, they cannot disregard the petition. Mr. Paradee stated that the use is a critical part of the analysis under the City zoning code and it has to be compatible with the existing uses in the neighborhood and everyone in the neighborhood says it is not compatible. He noted that they submitted that the application be denied for the same reason that the last application was denied in December. Mr. Paradee requested that if they choose to proceed, that there be a required three-fourths majority vote because the petition is signed by all of the neighbors. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Paradee stated that C-2A permits apartments, but once they rezone this property to C-2A and the property owner decides to sell the property to the DIMH and they take ownership, there would be nothing that they could do to stop them from leasing the property to the homeless. He noted that because the sex offender statute is a criminal statute, they could not revoke the rezoning if they happen to put homeless people there and the best thing they could do is have the individuals arrested and removed. Mr. Boggerty asked if there were any steps that the property owner could take to help ease the concerns of the businesses that Mr. Paradee represents. Responding, Mr. Paradee stated that it may require a response from the City Solicitor or Staff. He noted that his client has indicated that those types of mitigation measures would not be satisfactory because they are not likely to be successful in reducing the nuisance problems. Mayor Christiansen noted that Mr. Paradee was correct and that he thought Mr. Rodriguez would advise that they have to vote on what the rezoning of the property is because it would border on contractual rezoning and that is not permitted. Mr. Anderson asked if it was true that sex offenders have to notify the state and therefore the public is notified, which would eliminate the issue. Responding, Mr. Paradee stated that he was not sure that it would not be an issue. He advised that Mr. Anderson was correct and that there are three tiers for sex offenders and at least the two higher ones, if not all three, have to register and that the registry is published. Mr. Paradee stated that registration would not necessarily result in the City finding out or being notified directly of the presence of a sex offender. He noted that he was not sure if that would be timely enough. Mr. Anderson stated that the police department is notified, so that would give people motivation to stay within the law. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Paradee stated that the difference between other mixed uses and apartment zonings in the area and this property is that it is going to be occupied potentially by sex offenders. Mr. Paradee noted that whether a person has a job and is making contributions, if they are a sex offender, the law says they cannot be within 500 feet of a school and that was the problem.

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 13 Mr. Neil moved to suspend the rules and to allow Mr. Tolano Anderson to speak. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Mr. Tolano Anderson, applicant, stated that all of the people that signed the petition that Mr. Paradee referenced were faced with a cover sheet that specifically said to prevent sex offenders and a homeless shelter from coming to the property, which is incorrect. He stated that they are business people looking for the best opportunity to sell the property, but currently they are also considering developing it themselves. Mr. Anderson stated that they are entertaining Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing (DIMH) and two other companies as well. He advised that at this point, DIMH is not in the highest position for the acquisition and his boss may not want to sell it at this point. Mr. Anderson stated that approval of the application should not be based on the possibility that the renters may be homeless or there may be sex offenders there. He noted that it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and surrounding land uses. Mayor Christiansen closed the public hearing. Mr. Anderson moved to approve the rezoning request for the property located at 630 West Division Street, seconded by Mr. Neil. Mr. Hare stated that Mr. Anderson testified that they had three different people and did not know who was going to get the property, Ms. Townsend submitted a letter that stated, if approved, DIMH is going to put apartments for the homeless and that she got her information from Mr. Tolano Anderson. Mr. Hare noted that the zoning across the street did not have apartments, but were residents living in single family residences, not an apartment complex. Mr. Neil moved to call the question, seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. The motion to approve the rezoning request for the property located at 630 West Division Street failed by a roll vote of four no (Hare, Rocha, Sudler, and Taylor) and five yes (Anderson, Neil, Boggerty, Arndt, and Lindell). (Title 22 §305 of Delaware Code requires that when 20% of eligible lots participate in a petition, the legislative body for the municipality must achieve a three-fourths favorable decision to proceed with the rezoning of the property.) ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 26, 2021 The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 26, 2021 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Sudler, seconded by Mr. Neil and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - APRIL 27, 2021 The Council Committee of the Whole Meeting was held by video conference on April 27, 2021 at 6:00 p.m., with Council President Hare presiding. Members of Council present via video or telephone were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Rocha, and Mr. Taylor. Mr. Lindell was absent. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were Mr. Shelton (Safety Advisory and

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 14 Transportation), Ms. Maucher (Utility), and Mr. Contant and Mr. Shevock (Legislative, Finance, and Administration). UTILITY COMMITTEE Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Taylor and unanimously carried. Annexation Request - 115 Fox Hall Drive, Owned by Edward C. And Joan N. Larrivee (Actionable Item) Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Principal Planner, reviewed the Petition to Annex and Rezone Property located at 115 Fox Hall Drive, owned by Edward C. and Joan N. Larrivee. Mrs. Melson-Williams advised that the property was improved with an existing single family house; however, the property owner has requested annexation into the City in order to connect to City water services. She noted that the property is already served by City of Dover electric. Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that the Public Works Department noted that Fox Hall Drive is not a City of Dover maintained street, but that City trash collection would be available to the property when it is annexed into the City. Mr. Rocha moved to recommend approval of the annexation. The motion was seconded by Ms. Maucher and unanimously carried. By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m. LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Council President Hare presiding in the absence of Chairman Lindell. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Taylor and unanimously carried. Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Proprietary Information Exchange Agreement - Lights-On Dover Strong Campaign (HELP Initiative, Inc.) (Actionable Items) Mr. Matt Harline, Assistant City Manager, reviewed the background regarding the

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 15 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Proprietary Information Exchange Agreement for Lights-On Dover Strong Campaign (HELP Initiative, Inc.). Staff recommended authorizing the Mayor to sign the MOU and Proprietary Information Exchange Agreement and to submit a Letter of Support. Mr. Harold Stafford stated that they had implemented this program in each of the cities and towns they had been in since starting in Dover in 2017. He stated that they would delay setting the program up while the COVID virus was still in effect until the City was more comfortable with their team coming in to provide the services in the Weyandt Hall lobby. Mr. Stafford stated that the program was for people who were facing disconnect. He noted that their energy educators can go to their residence or talk to them by phone to give them information about how they can go about reducing their energy usage so they will not be disconnected or in arrears. He stated that Code Enforcement was mentioned because in other cities they had worked in they had worked with Code Enforcement to identify problematic vacant houses and buildings were there was a lot of crime occurring and put solar powered motion lights on those facilities to improve public safety. Responding to Mr. Hare, Mr. Stafford stated that they have brochures that could be set out in the Weyandt Hall lobby with the phone number for their call center which was available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM rather than having a member of their staff in the lobby. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Harline stated that there is limited space in the Weyandt Hall lobby and that utility bill information could not be discussed in the lobby. Responding to Mr. Harline, Mr. Stafford stated that they would not be discussing customer utility bill information in the lobby, they would only be explaining their services and setting a time to meet with customers at their residence or by phone. He stated that they would not go into any kind of extended discussion about the content of the bill. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Stafford confirmed that normally they would have one (1) member of their staff at the table. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Harline stated that the number of staff members was not included in the contract but that one (1) person would be okay. Mr. Neil stated that he had been involved in HELP Initiative, Inc.’s citywide events and he felt that it was a phenomenal program. He stated that he was unsure of whether or not the City’s attorney had reviewed the MOU but that it was important that Mr. Harline or Mr. Robertson be involved in it. Mr. Neil stated that the schedule was out of order, per the document it was supposed to start on April

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 16 5th and that it was already past that date. Mr. Neil suggested bringing the item back to Committee after study by the City and approval by the City’s attorneys to make sure that they have everything worked out. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Stafford confirmed that their offices were in the CenDel building. Mr. Neil stated that he thought they were doing a tremendous job but he did not think it was quite ready yet. Mr. Neil recommended that this item go back to Committee to make sure that the City, the City Manager, and the City attorney are clear on what it was and that any kinks were worked out so that when it comes back they can get a yes. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Stafford stated that when the document was submitted they were projecting that it may be approved in order for them to start at that time, however, because of the delay in the City acting on it the schedule was pushed. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Harline stated that he thought the biggest risk to the City was if there was something done in the agreement that could fall back on the City releasing information about City bills. He stated that he thought the proprietary information exchange agreements should be tightened up. Mr. Harline stated that he had sent the documents to the City Solicitor and he received comments back on Friday and there just was not time to get them out to the Committee. He stated that he thought they could do it quickly but that all parties would be better served by a tight agreement. Mr. Sudler stated that he was disappointed that they had not been provided the information from the City Solicitor and were not prepared to assist in the matter because of it. Mr. Anderson recommended that the item be moved forward to Council with no recommendations, by that time the City Solicitor’s information will have been disseminated. He stated that if both sides agree to the minor amendments, it would be substituted. Mr. Anderson stated that the program would not cost the City money and the reason there is a proprietary information agreement is to protect the City and Dover Strong to allow the flow of information to help the citizens of Dover. Responding to Mr. Contant, Mr. Stafford stated that they had another program through Christiana Care that was funded by the State Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control. He stated that the funding gave them the ability to do one hundred (100) home assessments in New Castle County and one hundred (100) home assessments downstate. He explained that through the lights program they have been able to identify people who need heat. He stated that they

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 17 had money for heat repair/replacement, weatherization, and healthy home assessments. He stated that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development had identified twenty-nine (29) health hazards that caused people to visit the emergency room and hospital and they would be working with the Department of Natural Resources, Christiana Care, and other facilities to identify people through the lights program who need those services. He stated that if they agreed they would do the healthy home assessment as a result of that work. Responding to Mr. Contant, Mr. Stafford confirmed that information was not being shared about a particular condition, they were making contact through another program, assessing it, and based on that asking them if they would be interested in a secondary program. Responding to Mr. Stafford, Mr. Harline stated that he could get the City Solicitor’s comments to him before the end of the evening. Mr. Anderson moved to recommend authorizing the Mayor to sign the MOU and Proprietary Information Exchange Agreement and to submit a Letter of Support. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. (Discussion of this item will take place during the latter part of the meeting.) Tyler Technologies Addendum for Support Services Ms. Cheryl Bundek, City Assessor, reviewed the background and analysis regarding the evaluation of proposals for the Addendum for Support Services from Tyler Technologies. Staff recommended approval of the Tyler Technology Support Agreement Addendum. Responding to Mr. Neil, Ms. Bundek stated that the Assessor’s Office had been using the valuation portion of the Tyler program for the past ten (10) years. She noted that it was different from the Munis program that they have had issues with. Mr. Anderson thanked Ms. Bundek for her years of service to the City, he stated that her innovation had saved the taxpayers hundreds of thousands of dollars over the last ten (10) years and the City of Dover had the most up-to-date assessment done in the State of Delaware. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Bundek stated that the City Solicitor had reviewed the addendum to make sure that it follows what the City’s charter and ordinance would provide. She stated that the Solicitor had agreed that the amendment could be done legally because there would be no one in the office, once she left, that could do the valuation services, so this person would do the valuations.

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 18 Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Bundek stated that the next tax reassessment for the City of Dover would be 2025, but with the recent lawsuit, from the school system to the counties, she believed most of them should be done between 2024 and 2025. Mr. Sudler stated that they would miss Ms. Bundek and that she had done a great job, having received no complaints through his tenure with the City. Mr. Taylor stated that retirement was not overrated and when you get your opportunity, just do it. Mr. Neil moved to recommend awarding the addendum for support services from Tyler Technologies, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried. By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for approval of the Committee’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. The meeting was adjourned by unanimous consent. Meeting adjourned at 6:34 p.m. SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee met with Chairman Taylor presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Anderson moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Community Update (Informational Item) Ms. Lachelle Paul, Criminal Justice Committee Chair, National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) Delaware State Conference of Branches, provided a community update. Ms. Paul stated that after speaking with people in the community, they felt is was more important to have the criminal mobile substation up and running first, before the mobile health substation unit if they can not come on simultaneously. Chief Johnson stated that the Mayor had been making steps towards trying to coordinate multi-functional services. He stated that they were within a couple of weeks of significant internal transfers at the police department which would staff up the community policing component and part of its new mission would be a hyper- focus in the Reed and New Street area to get the effect of the mobile command post idea in play with the existing vehicle fleet and existing resources. He stated that within the last four (4) to five (5) days he had received information from his resource manager that they had taken another big step with the State towards getting a

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 19 clinician program. Chief Johnson stated that he would be able to brief Ms. Paul more intelligently once he got through the workweek. He stated that he would be meeting with Ms. Paul the following week and hoped to outline some of those things at that time. Ms. Paul stated that she brings forward issues that the actual residents in the City were having and complained about so she does a monthly report to turn in. She sated that she would conclude her April report stating that the mobile substation was still being worked on and was coming closer to being up and running. Responding to Ms. Paul, Chief Johnson stated that they had vamped up the police presence since the good weather had broken. Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee meeting, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m. Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Taylor and unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m. By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole Report, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. MONTHLY REPORTS - MARCH 2021 By motion of Mr. Sudler, seconded by Mr. Neil, the following monthly reports were accepted by consent agenda: City Assessor’s Report City Council’s Community Enhancement Fund Report Controller/Treasurer’s Budget Report Police Chief’s Report QUARTERLY REVIEW OF CAPITAL INVESTMENT PLAN (CIP) (JANUARY, FEBRUARY, AND MARCH) Members were provided the Quarterly Report for the Capital Investment Plan (CIP) as of March 31, 2021. By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for acceptance of the Quarterly Report for the Capital Investment Plan (CIP) as of March 31, 2021. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 20 SEMI-ANNUAL INSPECTION BY CITY MANAGER - ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY In accordance with Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article II - Fire Department, Division 1 - Generally, Section 46-43 - Semiannual Inspections, of the City Code, the City Manager, Mr. Randy Robertson, met with the Fire Chief Carey to discuss fire company issues. Mr. Robertson submitted a memorandum outlining the items discussed and noted that the Robbins Hose Company continued to provide an outstanding level of service to the City of Dover and the unincorporated areas of the fire district. By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for acceptance of the report of the Semi-Annual Robbins Hose Company Inspection, as submitted by the City Manager. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY CITY COUNCIL By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for approval of the following appointments. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by unanimous roll call vote. 2021/22 CITY COUNCIL ANNUAL STAFF APPOINTMENTS City Assessor - Cheryl A. Bundek Building Inspector - David S. Hugg III City Clerk - Traci A. McDowell Assistant City Clerk - Janella M. Tauchus Controller/Treasurer - Lori Peddicord Assistant Treasurers - Traci A. McDowell - Janella M. Tauchus Fire Marshal - Jason A. Osika City Solicitor - Nicholas H. Rodriguez Deputy City Solicitor - Gary E. Junge BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS - FOUR-YEAR TERMS TO EXPIRE MARCH 2025 William Garfinkel, Accounting, Chair Thomas Burns, Real Estate Brokerage of Sales John G. Davis, Jr., Undesignated (to fill the expired term of James Galvin) APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for approval of the following appointments, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by unanimous roll call vote. CONSTRUCTION AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS - ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 9, 2022 Matthew D. Campana, Representative of Homeowners (to fill the expired term of Tiffany L. Steger) Charles C. K. Martin, Representative of Local Real Estate Industry Association

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 21 ELECTION BOARD - THREE-YEAR TERMS TO EXPIRE MAY 13, 2024 Alfreda F. Dean - First District Representative Cherritta L. Matthews - Second District Representative DOVER FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION COMMITTEE - ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 9, 2022 Mayor Robin R. Christiansen, Chair (ex-officio member) Andrea Maucher, President/Vice Chair Brett Scott, Vice President Justin Strickland Carolyn D. Courtney DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMISSION FIVE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE JUNE 16, 2026 Jill B. Street SILVER LAKE COMMISSION - TWO-YEAR TERMS TO EXPIRE JUNE 12, 2023 Marie E. Kozel Michael W. Lewis SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARING - ELECTRIC FUND BUDGET A public hearing on the Electric Revenue Fund Budget is required for compliance with the City of Dover Electric Revenue Bonds Resolution prior to adoption of the budget. Staff recommended that the public hearing be set for June 14, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved to set a public hearing for June 14, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. for the 2021/2022 City of Dover Electric Fund Budget, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2021-10 - APPROVAL OF THE 2021 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FIVE (5) YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for adoption of Resolution No. 2021-10. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and by unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted the following Resolution: A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2021 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ACTION PLAN WHEREAS, the City of Dover is entitled to $311,600 through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant program; and WHEREAS, the City of Dover has prepared the 2021 Action Plan, in accordance with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines, that serves as the primary planning document for identifying and meeting the housing and community development needs for the low and moderate-income residents of Dover; and

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 22 WHEREAS, the City of Dover is in favor of utilizing the Community Development Block Grant funds for the community development purposes in accordance with the National Community Development objectives of benefitting low and moderate income families, eliminating slums and blight, and meeting other community development objectives; and WHEREAS, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development requires the City of Dover to submit a Consolidated Plan and an Action Plan for Application for Federal Assistance including the proposed use of funds and including certain certifications and policies to obtain its $311,600 entitlement; for eligible activities; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER approve the 2021 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and application for Federal Assistance included in the Action Plan, along with certifications and policies attached and authorize its forwarding to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for consideration. ADOPTED: MAY 10, 2021 (City Clerk’s Office Note: Subsequent to the meeting, Mrs. Tracey Harvey, Planner/CDBG Program Administration, received notice that additional funding was approved for the 2021 Community Development Block Grand (CDBG) Five (5) Year Consolidated Plan and the new total amount is $316, 192 (Exhibit #4).) RESOLUTION NO. 2021-11 - AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES FOR BANKING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF DOVER - CONTROLLER/TREASURER, ASSISTANT FINANCE DIRECTOR, AND ASSISTANT TREASURERS By consent agenda, Mr. Sudler moved for adoption of Resolution No. 2021-11. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and, by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted the following Resolution: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES FOR BANKING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE WHEREAS, the City of Dover's investment policy includes the investment of funds up to $100,000 per banking institution, investments in the State of Delaware Investment Pool, and the purchase and sale of investment grade corporate bonds, and U.S. Treasury and agency securities; and WHEREAS, the banking institutions, brokerage firms, trust companies, and other various financial institutions require an Authorizing Resolution for the opening of accounts, and for purchasing, selling, transferring, assigning, and handling securities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover, that the Controller/Treasurer and Assistant Treasurers are hereby authorized to open accounts with banking institutions and purchase, sell, transfer, assign, and handle securities and that they are authorized to sign all related forms;

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 23 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the transactions in these accounts be carried out with any one signature; and That the following are the office holders authorized for these purposes, until further notice: Lori Peddicord - Controller/Treasurer Traci A. McDowell - Assistant Treasurer Janella M. Tauchus - Assistant Treasurer ADOPTED: MAY 10, 2021 MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION EXCHANGE AGREEMENT - LIGHTS-ON DOVER STRONG CAMPAIGN (HELP INITIATIVE, INC.) Mr. Matthew Harline, Assistant City Manager, reviewed the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and Proprietary Information Exchange Agreement - Lights-on Dover Strong Campaign (Help Initiative, Inc.) Staff recommended authorizing the City Manager to sign the MOU and the Mayor or City Manager to submit a Letter of Support. Mr. Rocha moved for approval of Staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT Mr. Sudler recommended appointment of the following: Council Committee of the Whole Subcommittee Chairs Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee - David L. Anderson Utility Committee - Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee - Ralph L. Taylor, Jr. Parks, Recreation and Community Enhancement - Andre M. Boggerty Kent County Tourism Board of Directors (Voting Liaison) Fred A. Neil Mr. Anderson moved for approval of the recommended appointments for the Council Committee of the Whole Subcommittee Chairs and the Kent County Tourism Board of Directors (Voting Liaison). The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Mr. Neil moved to defer the following appointments, seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. City/County Committee (Liaison to Kent County) Council Committee of the Whole Subcommittees (Civilian members) Downtown Dover Partnerships Board of Directors

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 24 Economic Development Committee General Employee Pension Plan Board Kent Economic Partnership Board of Directors (Voting Liaison Member) Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Board Police Pension Plan - Retirement Committee CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Randy Robertson, City Manager, provided the following information: • New figures from the U.S. treasury have filtered through the National League of Cities, they put out more guidance than the treasury has, but there have been emails on various figures and propositions on how the money can be spent. • The City’s numbers have gotten better from what they saw the first time, however, Mr. Hugg and Mr. Robertson called both State Senators to voice their concerns over the last number they saw, which was in the $8.5 million range. They still contend that the numbers are off, if it is based on a population figure rather than the Community Development Block Grant previous distribution. • As a follow up to the Council Workshop, one of the takeaways was the proposal on a series of budget meetings. The City Manager’s office will be emailing members within the next 48 hours with some options. Mayor Christiansen noted that if the City of Dover does not receive what they believe are the appropriate funds from the relief money he wants to consider filing a federal lawsuit. He stated that it is not conscionable that cities the size of Newark and Middletown received more monies than the City of Dover. COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Anderson took a moment to recognize the life and contributions of the Ms. Cathi Kopera who passed the previous week and will be missed. He also noted that he was happy to see they were going to have a Fourth of July parade. Mr. Neil moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m. TRACI A. McDOWELL CITY CLERK

ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021 PAGE 25 All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Annual Meeting of May 10, 2021 are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /TM S:\AGENDAS-MINUTES-PACKETS-PRESENTATIONS-ATT&EXH\Council-Minutes\2021\05-10-2021 ANNUAL.wpd Exhibits Exhibit #1 - Correspondence submitted by Mr. Tolano Anderson Exhibit #2 - Correspondence submitted by Mr. John Paradee, Baird Mandalas Brockstedt, LLC Exhibit #3 - Correspondence submitted by Ms. Ann Marie Townsend Exhibit #4 - Revised Resolution No. 2021-10 - Approval of the 2021 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Five (5) Year Consolidated Plan

EXHIBIT #1 Annual Council Meeting of 05/10/2021 From: T Anderson To: Tauchus, Janella M Subject: EXTERNAL: Response to Memoradum Re: Rezoning Application Z-21-03 Date: Monday, May 10, 2021 6:43:48 PM WARNING: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Good afternoon ma'am. I am reacting to the Memo we received this afternoon. Can you please present my initial response (below) to the City Council members prior to tonight's meeting. Thank you. TDA Dear City Council Members, This email is in response to the Memorandum submitted to you today by Mr. John W. Pardee, Esq. in reference to Rezoning Application Z-21-03 The Memo received from Mr. Pardee is totally erroneous and a gross misrepresentation of the facts concerning this matter. In fact, the Memo is misleading, presumptuous, reckless and intentionally incendiary. Specifically, the entire Memo presents our application as a homeless shelter for the Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing (DIMH) and a home for sex offenders.However, this is absolutely false. As real estate developers, we are rezoning this property for the highest and best use and to preclude blight in out community. We have been approached by three (3) separate investor groups (including DIMH) to purchase the property and develop it within the limitations of the the zoning. We are not under contract nor have we made any final decisions concerning selling or not selling of the property. Speculating as to what we may do in the future and using those assumptions as discriminators violates our property rights and is a blatant injustice. Unfortunately, the entire 36 page Memo you received today presents opposition based on the property being used for a homeless shelter. However, Mr. Paradee already knows that shelters are not authorized in the requested zoning. Likewise, Mr. Paradee also knows that under Delaware law, sex offenders are not permitted to reside at the property no matter what the zoning. Therefore, this entire basis of the objection to the application is blatantly false. The entire Memo is accusatory, deceptive and manipulative. The rezoning clearly does not permit a homeless shelter or sex offenders. However, it references the homeless shelter and sex offenders as justification dozens of times. Also, the numerous references to DIMH as the operator of said shelter and sex offender home is also erroneous and presumptive. DIMH may or may not ever own this property. Furthermore, the petitions used in the Memo are based on inflammatory and false information. Local residents signed a petition in order to prevent a homeless shelter and to stop sex offenders from residing at the property. However, This was never even a possibility. The zoning ordinance and Delaware law would not allow either to occur. This was a manipulative stunt and an injustice perpetrated upon the members of our community.

Lastly, The Memo and all 10 of its enclosures and petitions specifically reference a homeless shelter and sex offenders. These items have nothing to do with our application and appear to be intentional misinformation. Therefore, we respectfully ask that the City Council disregard and not consider any of this Memo in the hearing proceedings. Thank you, Tolano D. Anderson

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EXHIBIT #3 Annual Council Meeting of 05/10/2021 From: McDowell, Traci To: City Clerks Office Subject: Fwd: EXTERNAL: Rezoning of 630 W. Division Street Date: Monday, May 10, 2021 3:59:23 PM Mayor, Members of Council, and Council-Elect, Please see below regarding the rezoning which is scheduled to be considered during the Council meeting this evening. Traci McDowell Sent from my iPhone Begin forwarded message: From: Ann Marie Townshend <ann.townshend@gmail.com> Date: May 10, 2021 at 3:46:54 PM EDT To: City Clerks Office <CityClerk@dover.de.us>, "Hugg, Dave" <dhugg@dover.de.us>, "Harvey, Tracey" <Tharvey@dover.de.us> Subject: EXTERNAL: Rezoning of 630 W. Division Street WARNING: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Members of City Council, I am writing to express my support for the rezoning request for property located at 630 W. Division Street from C-3/COZ-1 to C-2A/COZ-1. The report prepared by the Planning Office notes that the request is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and with surrounding land uses and zones. The uses permitted in the C-2A zone are compatible with the commercial nature of the area. Both the Planning staff and the Planning Commission have recommended in favor of the rezoning. I understand that there is some objection to the rezoning based upon the intended use of the property by Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing (DIMH), and concerns that their use of the property will lead to panhandling and other objectionable behaviors. In this way, the objection is more about who would use the property rather than the actual uses permitted within the zone. This does not justify denial of the rezoning request. DIMH has emerged as a responsible community partner providing services for those in our society who are among the most marginalized. They were formed out of necessity when homeless men in our community had no place to go. They not only provide shelter and nourishment for their clients, but they connect them with services to help them get their lives on track. If the rezoning is approved, DIMH plans to create apartments, not a shelter, so that their clients have access to a continuum of housing. Denying this rezoning based upon who would occupy the property would run afoul of the City's obligation to affirmatively further fair housing. As you likely know, DIMH had planned to move their shelter to an appropriately zoned property on Walker Road. This would have required no approvals by Planning Commission or

City Council. After neighbors objected, DIMH chose to look elsewhere. This led them to this property at 630 W. Division Street, where in December, City Council denied a rezoning request that would allow them to relocate the shelter. They are now back with a rezoning request that would allow them to provide much-needed affordable housing, although not a shelter. If not here, where? DIMH has demonstrated itself to be a responsible and reliable community partner. That they serve those of us who society would prefer to discard is not a reason to deny them, but rather a reason to support their good work. The proposed zone is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and recommended by the professional planning staff and the Planning Commission. City Council should support it for these reasons. To do otherwise would be contrary to the City's obligation to affirmatively further fair housing. Ann Marie Townshend 52 Washington Street Dover, DE 19901

EXHIBIT #4 Annual Council Meeting of 05/10/2021 ~itp of mober MAYOR AND COUNCIL COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2021-10 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2021 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ACTION PLAN WHEREAS, the City of Dover is entitled to $316,192 through the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant program; and WHEREAS, the City of Dover has prepared the 2021 Action Plan, in accordance with the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines, that serves as the primary planning document for identifying and meeting the housing and community development needs for the low and moderate- income residents of Dover; and WHEREAS, the City of Dover is in favor of utilizing the Community Development Block Grant funds for the community development purposes in accordance with the National Community Development objectives of benefitting low and moderate income families, eliminating slums and blight, and meeting other community development objectives; and WHEREAS, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development requires the City of Dover to submit a Consolidated Plan and an Action Plan for Application for Federal Assistance including the proposed use of funds and including certain certifications and policies to obtain its $316,192 entitlement; for eligible activities; and NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER approve the 2021 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and application for Federal Assistance included in the Action Plan, along with certifications and policies attached and authorize its forwarding to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for consideration. ADOPTED: MAY 10,2021 S:IRESOLUTIONS-PROCLAMATIONS.TRIBUTESI2021IADOPTEDIRESOLUTION NO 2021-10 - 2021 CDBG Action Plan ADOPTED 05-10-2011 - REVISED.wpd Actions History (Most recent first) 05110/2021 - Introduction - City Council