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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
February 25, 2008 - 7:30 P.M. - Council Chambers - City Hall - City of Dover
OPEN FORUM - 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO OFFICIAL MEETING (7:15 P.M.)
INVOCATION BY CHAPLAIN WALLACE DIXON
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
* CONSENT AGENDA
Those items on the Council Agenda which are considered routine and non-controversial shall be marked
with an asterisk (*) and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the Council. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a member of Council so requests, in which event the matter shall
be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item.
* 1. Adoption of Minutes - Regular Council Meeting of February 11, 2008
2. Certificate of Congratulations - The Levitt’s 50th Anniversary
3. Proclamation - Employee Appreciation Day
4. Presentation - South Governors Avenue Project (James Satterfield, DelDOT)
* 5. Special Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Report - February 4, 2008
A. Discussion of 1988 Consent Decree with City Solicitor
* 6. Special Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Report - February 5, 2008
A. DART Presentation on Funding of Weekend and Late Night Bus Services in Kent
County
B. Resolution in Support of Weekend Bus Service (Dover Human Relations
Commission)
C. Initial Discussion - Prioritization of Transportation Projects
D. Briefing on DelDOT Projects - Gary Laing
E. Briefing on MPO Projects - Juanita Wieczoreck
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7. Utility Committee Report - February 11, 2008
* A. Dedication of Rights-of-Way and Public Infrastructure - Maple Glen (Committee
Recommended Approval of Staff’s Recommendation to Accept Rights-of-way and
Public Infrastructure, with the Stipulation that Staff Work with the Developer and
Residents on Outstanding Issues and Report Back to the Committee on
February 25, 2008)
* B. Lighting Project and Rehabilitation Schedule
* C. Underground Electric Conversion Schedule
D. Water Main Replacement Priority List
* E. Annual Engineering Consultant's Report on the Operation and Maintenance of the
Electric System - Fiscal Year 2007 (Due to a Lack of Time, This Item was Deferred
Until February 25, 2008)
* F. PACE/NAES Monthly Report (December)(Due to a Lack of Time, This Item was
Deferred Until February 25, 2008)
* 8. Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Report - February 11, 2008
A. Comprehensive Annual Financial Report - Final Presentation
B. Amendment to Robbins Hose Company Annual Contribution in the CIP to Reflect
New Cost of Engine 5 Replacement (Committee Tabled Pending Haggarty &
Haggarty Report on February 25, 2008)
C. Request of Capital School District - New Construction Surcharge (Deferred Pending
Further Information)
D. Status of Incentives for Downtown (Deferred Until February 25, 2008 Due to Lack
of Time)
9. Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee Report - February 12, 2008
* A. Animal Care and Control Service
B. Updates
* b-1. Puncheon Run Watershed Action Team Update
* b-2. John W. Pitts Recreation Center
* b-3. Planning and Funding for New Library
b-4. 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update (Committee Recommended Approval of
Staff’s Recommendation that the Deadline for Comprehensive Plan
Amendment Applications be Set for May 2, 2008)
10. Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Report - February 25, 2008
(Except for the following time sensitive issue, the LF&A Committee Report from February 25, 2008 will
be presented to Council during their Regular Meeting of March 10, 2008 for Council’s review and
consideration)
A. Amendment to Robbins Hose Company Annual Contribution in the CIP
* 11. Monthly Reports - January 2008
A. Budget Report
B. Chief of Police Report
C. City Assessor Report
D. City Manager’s Report
E. Planning and Inspections Report
F. Dover Fire Department Report (December and January)
G. CIP Report
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* 12. Annual Reports
A. Dover Human Relations Commission
B. Fire Department
C. Police Department
13. Contract with Tyler Technology for Assessing Services as Needed
14. Evaluation of Bids - 69 KV Construction Bids for Phase 1 Feeders 3 & 4
15. Delaware Civic Center - Discussion
16. Reconsideration of Administration by City Manager of City Assessor and City Planner
* 17. Appointment Recommended by Mayor Carey - Dover Public Library Advisory Commission -
Beth Petit de Mange - Five Year Term to Expire June 16, 2009 (To Fill the Unexpired Term of
Dr. Morris Eskenazi)
18. Rezoning Request/First Reading (Recommended for referral to the Planning Commission on
March 17, 2008 and that a Public Hearing be set for April 14, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.)
A. Property located at 442 Kings Highway, consisting of 0.38 +/- acres, owned by Luther
Senior Services of Dover. The property is currently zoned RG-5 (General Residence
Zone for Mid-Rise Apartments) and the proposed zoning is C-4 (Highway
Commercial)
19. First Reading - Rezoning Request/Proposed Ordinance - Land Development Plan Amendment
to Comprehensive Plan Update 2003, as Amended in May 2005, September 2006, and
March 2007
The First Reading is offered on the following proposed ordinance. Since it is an amendment
to the Comprehensive Plan, a public hearing is required. It is recommended for referral to the
Planning Commission on March 17, 2008 and that a Public Hearing be set before City Council
for April 14, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. and that the Second Reading and Final Action by Council will
take place at that time. Copies of all proposed ordinances are available at the entrance of the
Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office.
A. A 13.967+/- acre portion of the Lands of H & M Properties, LLC located on the north
side of Commerce Way, with the total parcel consisting of 22.967+/- acres. The land
use classification is designated as Industrial on Map 11-1. An application has been
received to rezone the property to a zoning classification that is identified as
inconsistent with Map 11-1. The appropriate land use classification for the proposed
zoning would be Residential High Density. The applicant is requesting that the land
use type be changed to Residential High Density for the 13.967+/- acre portion of the
site. In addition, the property is currently zoned IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing)
and the applicant is requesting that the 13.967 +/- acre portion of the site be rezoned
to RG-2 (General Residence Zone)
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20. Final Reading - Proposed Ordinance
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council
Meeting of February 11, 2008. Copies of the proposed ordinance are available at the entrance
of the Council Chambers.
Proposed Ordinance - Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article II - Electric Service, Section
110-32 - Pole Attachment Fee
21. Council Members Announcements
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on February 11, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President
Williams presiding. Council members present were Mr. Leary, Mrs. Russell, Mr. McGlumphy,
Mr. Slavin, Mr. McGiffin, Mr. Hogan, Mr. Salters, and Mr. Ruane.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Horvath, Mr. Capuano, Mrs. Mitchell,
Mrs. Townshend, Fire Chief Carey, Mr. DePrima, City Solicitor Rodriguez, Mrs. McDowell, and
Mayor Carey.
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:16 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting.
Council President Williams declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that
Council is not in official session and cannot take formal action.
Mr. Eric O’Brien, 30 N. New Street, provided a letter (as on file in the Office of the City Clerk)
addressing the deplorable living conditions in his neighborhood, as well as other documentation,
including portions of the Wilmington Code, which he felt may provide additional information to
assist the City with these matters. He advised members that there is a continued problem with
strangers “taking over” public streets. It was his feeling that the City and its representatives have
failed in providing the residence in the downtown area a safe and peaceful living environment.
The invocation was given by Chaplain Dixon, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Ruane moved that item #11 - Transfer Tax Determination, be deleted from the agenda, seconded
by Mr. Leary.
Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Ruane felt that if members wished to discuss this item further, it
should first be conducted during an executive session. It was Mr. Slavin’s understanding that this
matter was being re-submitted since all members of Council were not present during the last Council
meeting when action was taken. He reminded members that during the last Council meeting on
January 28, 2008, the vote failed by a tie vote and that, in fairness, this matter was being resubmitted
to allow a full Council to vote. If there is a need for an executive session, Mr. Slavin stated that
members of Council can vote to go into executive session to allow for further discussion.
Mr. Ruane questioned the manner in which the item was included on the agenda since it was not
considered during the agenda preparation meeting. Referring to the absence of members, he stated
that there have been several votes taken during his absence and that matters were not reconsidered
due to his absence.
The motion to delete item #11 - Transfer Tax Determination, from the agenda failed by a roll call
vote of five (5) no and four (4) yes (Mr. Leary, Mr. McGlumphy, Mr. Ruane, and Council President
Williams).
Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. McGiffin and
unanimously carried.
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Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried
by a unanimous roll call vote.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF JANUARY 28, 2008
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of January 28, 2008 were unanimously approved
by motion of Mr. Hogan, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of
Mayor Carey.
PRESENTATION BY DELDOT - WELCOME TO DOVER SIGN
Mr. Michael Williams, Manager of Public Relations for DelDOT, presented a replica of the new
“Welcome to Dover Sign” to Mayor Carey for display in the Mayor’s Office. He advised members
that the new sign is located at the southern end of the City, at Webb’s Lane and Route 13.
Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Williams stated that the new sign has no effect on the signage that
depicts various organizations which was located by the old Welcome to Dover Sign.
Mayor Carey thanked the Department of Transportation for the work done on this project.
RECOGNITION OF ACCOMPLISHMENT - DOVER HIGH SCHOOL NEWSWEEK TOP
SCHOOL
The City Clerk read the following Recognition of Accomplishment into the record:
WHEREAS, Dover High School, which is located in the Capital School District, has been named
for the second year in a row a NEWSWEEK TOP SCHOOL; and
WHEREAS, they have achieved the status of Newsweek Top School by meeting or exceeding the
criteria of dividing the number of Advanced Placement tests given to students by the number of
graduating seniors, ranking them amongst one of the nations highest; and
WHEREAS, the status of being a Newsweek Top School reflects the level of commitment the school
has done in aiding students and preparing them for their college careers and giving them an edge
regardless of their economic background; and
WHEREAS, the dedication shown by the students, staff, faculty, and administration of Dover High
School and Capital School District makes them deserving of such an honor.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, CARLETON E. CAREY SR, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER,
DELAWARE do hereby congratulate and award this Recognition of Accomplishment to Dover High
School on the 11th day of February 2008.
Mayor Carey presented the Certificate to Dr. Michael Thomas, Superintendent of Capital School
District, and Board Members, Mr. Gene Montaño, Mr. Phil Martino, Mr. Thomas Keitel, and
Ms. Karen Clemmins.
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Dr. Thomas relayed appreciation for the recognition and thanked the many individuals, including
board members, faculty, students, parents, community members, etc., who are responsible for the
award.
Mr. McGiffin advised members that the Drama Club will be performing the musical, The Little
House of Horrors, on February 22nd and 23rd and encouraged every one to attend.
Noting that the number of graduating students has increased, high school drop outs have decreased,
and academic standards have been raised, Mr. Salters requested that the superintendent and board
members be invited to attend a future meeting to provide members a briefing of the Capital School
District.
PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING - REZONING OF PROPERTIES LOCATED AT
988-990 FOREST STREET (THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ROUTE 8 AND SAULSBURY
ROAD), OWNED BY ROUTE 8 AND SAULSBURY ROAD, LLC
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider rezoning of properties
located at 988-990 Forest Street (southeast corner of Route 8 and Saulsbury Road), owned by
Route 8 and Saulsbury Road, LLC, consisting of four (4) parcels of land totaling 2.18+/- acres. Two
(2) parcels, consisting of 0.95 acres, are currently zoned C-3 (Service Commercial) and the northern
portion of two (2) parcels, consisting of 0.38 acres is currently zoned CPO (Commercial
Professional Office), with the total area subject to COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay). The proposed zoning
for the 1.33+/- acre area is C-2A (Limited Central Commercial) and subject to COZ-1 (Corridor
Overlay). The residual portion of two (2) parcels will remain zoned as CPO (Commercial
Professional Office) and subject to COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone). The developer is BBC
Properties, Inc. (The First Reading of this ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting
of January 22, 2007)
Council President Williams advised members that the applicant has requested that this item be
postponed pending consideration of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment.
Mrs. Townshend, City Planner, reminded members that during their Regular Meeting of
January 28, 2008, Council authorized allowing applicants to proceed with Comprehensive Plan
Amendments during the interim for completion of the Comprehensive Plan Update. She explained
that the rezoning application for these properties is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Plan that
was received prior to this action. Based on the action taken by Council, the applicant is requesting
that the dates for the rezoning be rescheduled to be considered by the Planning Commission on
March 17, 2008 and that a public hearing be held before City Council on March 24, 2008, which
would coincide with their Comprehensive Plan Amendment request.
Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the applicant’s request to postpone and that it be considered
by the Planning Commission on March 17, 2008 and that a public hearing be set for
March 24, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a roll
call vote of eight (8) yes and one (1) no (Mr. Ruane).
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REQUEST TO POSTPONE PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING - PROPOSED ZONING
TEXT AMENDMENT - APPENDIX B - ZONING ORDINANCE, ARTICLE 3 - DISTRICT
REGULATIONS, SECTION 29 - SOURCE WATER PROTECTION OVERLAY ZONE
(SWPOZ)
Council President Williams reminded members that during their Regular Meeting of
January 14, 2008, members accomplished the First Reading of the proposed ordinance amending
Appendix B - Zoning Ordinance, Article 3 - District Regulations, Section 29 - Source Water
Protection Overlay Zone (SWPOZ). Since they are amendments to the Zoning Code, she stated that
Council referred them to the Planning Commission on February 19, 2008, and that a public hearing
and final reading was set for March 10, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. Since the public notice was not advertised
in accordance with legal requirements, staff requested that the referral to the Planning Commission
be rescheduled for March 17, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. and that the public hearing/final reading be
rescheduled for March 24, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Mr. Hogan moved to approve the request to postpone and that the referral to the Planning
Commission be rescheduled for March 17, 2008 and that the public hearing before City
Council be rescheduled for March 24, 2008 at 7:30 p.m., as recommended by staff. The motion
was seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
PUBLIC HEARING - VIOLATION OF DANGEROUS BUILDING ORDINANCE -
533 CAROL STREET
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider a violation of the Dangerous
Building Ordinance at 533 Carol Street, owned by Shawnlyn G. Foskey. Mr. Koenig, Public
Services Director, advised members that the utilities for this property have been disconnected since
November 21, 2001. The single story wood frame dwelling was found to be in violation of several
building and property maintenance codes on May 8, 2007. The dwelling was found to have an
unsecured rear door, which was boarded up and secured by City crews on or about June 7, 2007 after
the property owner failed to comply with a violation notice to secure the door. Five (5) notices have
been sent to Ms. Foskey via certified mail, which were signed as being received by Ms. Foskey.
Mr. Koenig stated that there have been no repairs done and that until just recently, Ms. Foskey has
failed to make any contact with City staff to discuss her intentions regarding the property.
Currently, he advised members that there is $1,350 in unpaid summonses related to the property and
as of January 30, 2008, none of the violations have been corrected. The structure was registered as
a vacant building on October 18, 2007 by City staff after Ms. Foskey failed to register the dwelling
herself. Mr. Koenig provided a presentation depicting the condition of the structure. He noted that
the property is located within a development and that the deterioration of the building is affecting
the neighboring properties.
Responding to Mr. Salters, Mr. Koenig estimated that the repairs could be accomplished at a cost
of $5,000 to $7,000.
Staff recommended that City Council: 1) declare this property dangerous; 2) order the property
repaired or demolished by March 11, 2008 by the owner or equity owner at their own risk; 3) order
the Building Inspector to cause the repair or demolition of the structure if not completed by the
owner or equity owner within (10) days of the date set by Council; and 4) order the City Manager
with the assistance of the City Solicitor to cause the cost of repairs or demolition to be charged
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against the land on which the building exists as a municipal lien or cause such cost to be added to
the tax duplicate as an assessment, or to be levied as a special tax against the land upon which the
building stands or to be recovered in a suit at law against the owner.
Council President Williams declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing
to speak during the public hearing, Council President Williams declared the public hearing closed.
Mr. Hogan moved to declare the property located at 533 Carol Street in violation of the
dangerous building ordinance, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Leary and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - JANUARY 28, 2008
The Utility Committee met on January 28, 2008 with Chairman Ruane presiding.
2030 Energy Plan Committee - RFP Process
As discussed during their meeting of January 14, 2008, Mr. Lunt, Public Utilities Director, reminded
members that the 2030 Energy Plan Committee was developed to review and analyze the current
status of the existing generation assets, projected load growth, and current procurement practices
for purchasing capacity and energy for the ratepayers served by the City of Dover Public Utilities.
He advised members that through this process, it became apparent that the City’s current generation
assets are not large enough to serve the electric system demand. The City is currently short
approximately 15 mw of capacity, which is projected to grow to between 62 mw to 153 mw,
depending upon growth, and assuming that all current generation assets continue to operate. Due
to this shortfall, the City’s Public Utilities is required to purchase capacity from the PJM
marketplace in addition to the energy requirements. In order to properly evaluate the options
available, Mr. Lunt stated that the 2030 Energy Plan Committee recommended contacting the energy
and generation market to gather further information from potential generation development parties.
Because of the complexity of this process, and in order to entertain a broad scope of potential
services, the 2030 Energy Plan Committee recommended that a Request for Proposal Purchasing
and Process Policy be adopted for this process as the current Purchasing Policy does not provide the
flexibility required for this complex need. Staff provided members with a draft of the proposed
Policy, which was designed to provide access to specialized market expertise in a fair, competitive,
transparent process to facilitate an efficient evaluation of the potential proposers.
Mr. Lunt provided a presentation and reviewed the draft Request for Proposal Policy and Process.
Staff recommended adoption of the Request for Proposal Policy and Process for the evaluation of
capacity and energy products available to the City of Dover Public Utilities and to designate PACE
Global as the Proposal Administrator for this process.
With regards to the creation of a Steering Committee, Mr. Leary suggested that the Chairman of the
Utility Committee, Mr. Ruane, serve as a member.
Mr. Ruane suggested that the motion clarify that staff’s recommendation is to designate PACE
Global as the Proposal Administrator for Phase I, which is the Request for Qualifications, of this
process.
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The committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation for adoption of the Request for
Proposal Policy and Process for the evaluation of capacity and energy products available to the City
of Dover Public Utilities and to designate PACE Global as the Proposal Administrator for Phase I,
which is the Request for Qualifications, of this process.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Mr. Frank Tenusak, 880 Schoolhouse Lane, suggested that, due to the complexity of this issue and
the interest of the public, the City should place an article in a local newspaper to inform the residents
of the action being taken. In response to several questions, Mr. DePrima offered to meet with
Mr. Tenusak to further explain the process and details regarding this matter. Mr. Ruane noted that
this matter will be forwarded to City Council for consideration during their Regular Meeting of
February 11, 2008.
Proposed Ordinance - Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article II - Electric Service, Section 110-32 - Pole
Attachment Fee
Members were provided a draft ordinance amending Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article II - Electric
Service, Section 110-32 - Pole Attachment Fee, as well as the Pole Attachment Fee Study performed
by Thomas Unke of Virchow Krause & Company dated June 30, 2005. Mr. Lunt, Public Utilities
Director, advised members that the ordinance was developed by Jim Baller and Sean Stokes of the
Baller, Herbst Law Group, P.C., who have vast experience with pole attachments. They have
co-authored the APPA Pole Attachment Work Book with Thomas Unke, and Charles Forster and
have drafted similar ordinances for other utilities in numerous states.
Mr. Lunt explained that the proposed ordinance will enable the City to charge rental fees to entities
which attach to the City’s electric distribution and transmission poles, ducts, or conduits. These fees
will compensate the City for the carrying costs associated with constructing, operating, and
maintaining the poles, ducts, and conduits. The fees can be considered the cost of “renting” a
portion of the pole, ducts, or conduits. Pole attachment fees are meant to recover pole, duct, or
conduit related costs incurred by the City. He stated that the actual charge of $8.17 for the fee came
from the 2005 Pole Attachment Fee Study and is based on the FCC Based Method of calculating
pole attachment fees. It was decided to use this methodology as this is a Federal standard that
investor owned utilities are mandated to follow. The implementation of this fee is estimated to
generate approximately $81,700 annually (estimated 10,000 poles x $8.17). Mr. Lunt advised members
that the Electric Department will be required to pay Verizon for the poles that the Department
attaches to within the service area. At this time, it is unknown exactly how many poles are owned
by Verizon; therefore, this expense cannot be estimated.
Mr. Lunt indicated that staff reviewed the ordinance with William Pepper, Deputy City Solicitor,
and that the draft ordinance and attachments were sent to all known entities attaching to our poles,
which included Comcast, Verizon, and Bayhealth Medical Center, so that they could review and
respond to it. He advised members that staff has discussed the content of the ordinance with
Comcast numerous times and negotiated language changes as appropriate. While they have minor
issues with certain clauses, for the most part they have agreed with the intent of the ordinance. Staff
has also met with Verizon several times and is in the process of negotiating a Joint Use Agreement
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with them. The Joint Use Agreement is recognized within the ordinance and is applicable for parties
that also own poles within the Dover area. It is anticipated that this Agreement will be forthcoming.
Staff recommended approval of the Pole Attachment Fee Ordinance amending Chapter 110 -
Utilities, Article II - Electric Service, Section 110-32 - Pole Attachment Fee.
Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Lunt stated that the City is recommending use of the FCC
Guidelines, which were developed for industrial utilities to follow FERC accounting. He noted that
the City does not use FERC accounting methods for expenses towards the utilities, which is not
unusual for municipalities, nor is the City mandated to follow the FCC Guideline, explaining that
municipal utilities are exempted from that mandatory requirement of industrial utilities. He
explained the difficulty with the City utilizing the FCC Guidelines. It was his opinion that the actual
charge, in the amount of $8.17, would be reviewed in five (5) years. Mr. DePrima indicated that
these fees will be included in the Revenue Manual.
Since the proposed fee came from the 2005 Pole Attachment Fee Study, Mr. Ruane noted that three
(3) years has since lapsed and suggested consideration of this in setting the year for its review.
The committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation for adoption of the Pole
Attachment Fee Ordinance amending Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article II - Electric Service, Section
110-32 - Pole Attachment Fee.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. (The First Reading of the
ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting).
Presentation - Contact Chamber Effectiveness
Members were provided a presentation on Water Quality Improvements - Contact Chamber
Effectiveness, which was reviewed by Mrs. Duca, Assistant City Engineer. She reminded members
that the 2006 Water Quality Evaluation recommended the installation of contact chambers at deep
well sites and that these chambers were identified as a necessary first step in addressing brown water
issues. Mrs. Duca advised members that two (2) of the three (3) chambers that have been installed
are online. In order to verify the effectiveness of the contact chamber, she stated that data was
collected before and after the chamber was brought online. She reported that the sample data that
was collected confirms that the expected results were achieved.
Mrs. Duca indicated that it is anticipated that most of the chambers will be installed and online
during FY2008.
Members commended Mrs. Duca and other staff members for their commitment and work on this
project.
The committee recommended acceptance of the Report on the Water Quality Improvements -
Contact Chamber Effectiveness as presented.
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Mrs. Duca provided a presentation of the Water Quality Improvements - Contact Chamber
Effectiveness to members of City Council (Exhibit #1).
Mr. Ruane moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, seconded by
Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried.
Mr. Ruane moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. McGiffin
and unanimously carried.
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT -
JANUARY 28, 2008
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met on January 28, 2008 with Chairman
Slavin presiding.
Results and Recommendations from Request for Proposals - Pay for Performance Consultant
Members were advised that the PFP sub-committee (consisting of Councilmen McGlumphy and
Salters, City Manager, Mr. DePrima, and Human Resources Director, Mr. Szyjka) interviewed those
consultants who submitted proposals for the Review and Evaluation of the Pay for Performance
(PFP) Evaluation System. As a result, it was determined that the Management Advisory Group was
the most qualified to complete the outlined evaluation of the PFP System, at a cost of $34,965, and
that the final report be submitted by March 31, 2008.
Members were provided with the proposal submitted by the Management Advisory Group.
Mr. DePrima reminded members that although the costs for this review and evaluation was not
budgeted for, it was supported by City Council during the budget hearings. The funds for the review
and evaluation would come from savings gained by reducing the PFP increases recommended by
the City Manager. The final adjustments would be completed as part of the Mid-year Review.
Staff recommended approval to hire Management Advisory Group, at a cost of $34,965, to conduct
a Review and Evaluation of the PFP Evaluation System.
Noting that there is no funding source for this expense and concerns regarding the economy, as well
as the hiring of an outside firm, Mr. McGlumphy relayed reluctance in supporting this request at this
time. He suggested that this request be tabled until there is a better understanding of funding
availability due to revenue projections. He was also recently advised that the State of Delaware has
resources for setting of salaries, explaining the understanding that the proposal is inclusive of other
evaluations. He requested that members of Council be provided with copies of these reports, as
follows: 1) “Delaware 2014 Occupation and Industry Projections”; 2) “Delaware Wages 2006
Report”; and 3) “Delaware Annual Economic Report 2006".
Concurring, Mr. DePrima suggested that this request be considered during the mid-year review,
feeling that staff may have the ability to identify a source for funding. He advised members that the
only drawback would be that the review and evaluation would not be accomplished in time for this
year’s evaluation period.
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Mr. Salters noted that there is an expected savings of funds that will be realized as a result of the
review and evaluation and suggested that members move forward with the request at this time.
The committee recommended tabling the request to hire Management Advisory Group to conduct
a Review and Evaluation of the PFP Evaluation System until the Mid-Year Review.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
Revenue Forecast Model - FY 2009
Mrs. Tieman, Senior City Administrator, presented and reviewed the Fiscal Year 2009 Revenue
Forecasting Model Projections, as well as a comparison of the forecast model projections to the
latest projections of Department Heads and the Finance Director (Expert Forecast). She explained
that the Fiscal Year 2009 Forecasting Model Projections are performed using regression analysis
and trend forecasting. For most projections, regression equations have been estimated using ten
years of available data. The number of years is less where data are not available.
Mrs. Tieman advised members that forecasting should be used in conjunction with expert opinions
when developing revenue projections for budgets. The forecasting model uses several variables,
including Kent County Population, US Housing Starts, US Gross Domestic Product, Kent County
Civilian Labor Force, US Unemployment, and Construction Values for Dover. Data for these
variables is obtained from the Delaware Population Consortium and the Livingston Survey used by
the Philadelphia Federal Reserve. She noted that the forecasting file consists of 25 spreadsheets and
that the first spreadsheet includes key variables used to forecast revenues. The second spreadsheet
computes the forecasts for construction values from three (3) different equations and requires a
manual entry for the actual prediction. Construction is the key variable to many of the forecast
projections. The next 22 sheets compute forecast values for 22 revenue items including one (1) for
total General Fund revenue. The general revenue forecast is a separate forecast, not the sum of the
20 other forecasts; therefore, the general revenue forecast may be different from the forecast
obtained by adding the forecasts of the component revenue sources.
Mrs. Tieman indicated that for eight (8) revenue categories, the previous fiscal year revenue is
required (for FY 2009, the latest FY 2008 revenue estimate is used). The eight (8) revenue
categories are:
! Business Licenses ! Rental Dwelling Permits
! Trash Revenue ! Property Taxes
! Water Fees ! Sewer Fees
! Fuel/Waste-Water Adjust ! General Fund Total Revenue
Mrs. Tieman noted that for several other revenue categories, there was no statistical basis to choose
among two (2) or more estimating equations. In these cases, two (2) or more estimates appear on
the respective forecast sheet. Over time, one (1) estimate may prove to be superior to the other(s).
The items with two (2) or more forecasts are:
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- Recreation Revenue - Penalties – Taxes
- Rental Dwelling Permits - Chancery Court Fees
- Trash Revenue - Water Fees
- Trash Fee Rebate - Sewer Fees
- Property Taxes - Fuel/Waste-Water Adjust
There was no further action taken on this matter.
Mr. Slavin advised members that he has scheduled Special Committee Meetings to be held on the
first Monday of each month to be dedicated to the 2005 Charter Review Committee
Recommendations until its completion. He noted that the next committee meeting will be held on
February 4, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. for the discussion of the 1988 Consent Decree with the City Solicitor.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hogan moved for acceptance of the Legislative, Finance, and
Administration Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll
call vote.
SPECIAL PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE
REPORT - JANUARY 29, 2008
A Special Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee meeting was held on
January 29, 2008 with Chairwoman Russell presiding.
CDBG Program Guidelines and Update
During their meeting of December 11, 2007, members deferred consideration of proposed
amendments to the CDBG Program Guidelines until the January meeting, with the understanding
that members will be presented a decision sheet on each one of the actions that have been taken
through January with a recommendation for re-programming, if necessary, within the guidelines.
Additionally, members directed that staff reconsider arbitrarily setting a percentage and allow all
applicants to be equal regardless of the resulting applicant percentages.
Mrs. Harvey, Community Development Manager, reviewed the 2006/2007 CDBG Expenditure
Status Report and the proposed amendments to the CDBG Program Guidelines.
In response to Mr. Ruane, Mrs. Harvey stated that the unencumbered balance for FY2006 Housing
Rehabilitation Program, in the amount of $23,906, has been carried forward to FY2007. She
confirmed that with the $50,000 allocated for the Housing Rehabilitation Program for FY2007 and
the $23,906, there is a total of $73,906. She stated that there are six (6) homes intended for
rehabilitation and assured members that the funds would be expended by the end of the program
year, which is June 30, 2008. Mrs. Harvey assured members that these funds would be utilized,
explaining that the initial inspection confirms extensive work is required for many of these homes.
Mr. Ruane suggested that members be provided the list of homes, with addresses, that are eligible
for the Housing Rehabilitation Program and a progress report for this work.
Responding to Mr. Ruane, using Whatcoat Social Service Agency as an example, Mrs. Harvey
advised members that the grant was awarded in July 2007. Monitoring letters were sent by the City
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in October and January. It was Mr. Ruane’s feeling that there may be a need to have additional
monitoring letters to assure that work begins in a more timely manner. Mrs. Harvey noted that the
Guidelines have been revised to require each applicant to expend 25% of the grant each quarter of
the year (page 4, first paragraph). If this requirement is not met, she stated that the matter would
be presented to the committee for their review and recommended action. Mrs. Townshend, Director
of Planning and Inspections, explained that each applicant may have specific circumstances for the
delay. Mr. Lewis suggested that these details be included in the monthly report.
Although he felt that the City should increase the monitoring of each project, Mr. McGlumphy
disagreed with the requirement for expending 25% of the grant each quarter.
Mrs. Townshend explained that HUD requires the City to have expended, by 60 days prior to the
end of the program year, no more than 1½ times the City’s allocation remaining in the credit line,
otherwise, the City may not be granted the full allocation the next year. She also advised members
that if an organization is a chronic violator of the time limit standard, HUD will eliminate the City’s
eligibility for the future. She stated that the money received by the City for the community is
necessary to meet an important need, specifically for low and moderate income persons, and
explained that the City does not want to take the risk of losing it in the future because the City is
being too nice to applicants.
Mr. Ruane reminded members of their struggles in determining the allocation of the grant money
when there are multiple applicants. He stated the unfairness to those that were not awarded the
money when the awarded recipient does not utilize the funds awarded. He advocated for the
monitoring to be serious so that if the grant money has not been expended, there be consequences,
which would include having the funds withdrawn.
Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mrs. Townshend stated that the House of Pride has been given 30 days,
from January 23, 2008, to have a structural engineer inspect the property at 110 S. New Street and
submit a report. Although the grant included heaters for specific properties, the House of Pride can
select other properties for installation of the heaters.
After much discussion, members suggested that staff meet with Ms. Harris to provide assistance and
an understanding of all options available for the House of Pride. Mrs. Russell noted that Ms. Harris
also needs to put forth an effort to help the City assist her in this matter.
Based on Mrs. Russell’s questions, Mr. Ruane suggested that members be provided a copy of the
guidelines and blank contract which specifies requirements for recipients of these grants.
In reviewing Section D of the proposed amendments to the CDBG Program Guidelines, Mrs. Harvey
provided members with “Attachment A” to the Guidelines, which is the table of income limits. She
noted that for Section E of the proposed Program Guidelines, she included only two (2) of the
categories for Documentation of National Objectives since its so broad; however, she provided
members with “Attachment B” to the Guidelines, which is a list of all categories. Responding to
Mrs. Russell, Mrs. Harvey explained that she chose to list “Housing Rehabilitation Activities” and
“Transitional Housing Operating/Cost Rehabilitation” since they are the most popular categories.
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Mr. Ruane explained his understanding that the Guidelines are a description of the CDBG Program.
He expressed concern that if the Guidelines are to provide assistance to applicants, it should be
inclusive of all categories. He also felt that specific restrictions and guidelines should not be
included. Responding, Mrs. Townshend suggested that staff revise Section D in its entirety to
address the concerns relayed by members.
In response to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Ruane requested that members be provided a copy of the
Application Schedule for the CDBG Program and that, in the future, members be kept informed of
any notices regarding the CDBG Program.
Responding to Mr. McGlumphy regarding the notices being placed in the “public notice” section
of the newspaper, Mrs. Townshend stated that staff can issue a press release in addition to the public
notice ad in an attempt to provide better notice to the public regarding this issue.
With reference to the last paragraph of the Program Guidelines regarding waivers, Mr. Ruane
relayed concern with giving the Director of Planning and Inspections authority to waive any
requirement of the policy not required by Federal/State Law or Regulation. He suggested that such
waivers be required to be reviewed by the committee for recommendation to City Council. Mrs.
Townshend assured members that the paragraph would be modified to provide clarification
regarding this authority.
In reviewing the 2008 CDBG Grant Application Review Sheet (Attachment C of the Guidelines),
Mr. Ruane felt that there should be definitions which would help guide members in making a
determination. Responding, Mrs. Townshend explained that there are no definitions for
Performance Measurements and that members must make a “judgement call” for the scoring.
Noting that HUD provides measures for conducting Performance Measurements, Mr. Ruane
suggested that the guidelines include the requirement for applicants to “track and measure” in
accordance with the HUD Performance Standards and that the Review Sheet include the question
“does the application reflect the use of the HUD Performance Standards”.
Mrs. Russell reiterated that members will not accept any hand-written applications, as was specified
during last year’s review.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hogan moved for acceptance of the Parks, Recreation, and
Community Enhancement Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote.
APPOINTMENT RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CAREY - ETHICS COMMISSION -
DENNIS K. JONES - FIVE (5) YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE JULY 31, 2012
Mayor Carey recommended the reappointment of Mr. Dennis K. Jones to serve on the Ethics
Commission for a five (5) year term to expire July 31, 2012.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the appointment as recommended by
Mayor Carey, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
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TRANSFER TAX DETERMINATION
During their Regular Meeting of January 28, 2008, members considered an issue involving the Blue
Hen Corporate Center Transfer Tax that was initially discussed during an executive session held on
January 7, 2008.
Mr. Hogan moved to defer this item to be considered at the end of this meeting to allow members
to recess into executive session prior to taking action on this matter. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Leary.
Mr. McGlumphy relayed reluctance in discussing these types of issues in executive session and
concern that Council has been advised not to discuss certain matters in open session, particularly
this issue. With regards to any changes to the agenda, he questioned if the City would be in
violation of FOIA. He stated his intention to request the City Clerk to submit this question to the
Attorney General to determine if FOIA has been violated. Mr. McGlumphy felt that it is a grave
disservice to the citizens of Dover if members of Council do not discuss this matter in open session
since it does affect them. He also stated his intention to pursue this issue with the City’s Ethics
Commission.
Mr. Hogan explained his understanding was that there are some issues that members of Council,
according to State law, cannot discuss in open session. Therefore, it was his opinion that Council
is bound by State law since private information is involved.
City Solicitor Rodriguez advised members that this particular issue involves potential litigation. He
reminded members that during the executive session, strategy was discussed which should
absolutely remain confidential. In response to Mr. McGlumphy’s suggestion that this matter
involves the public, Mr. Rodriguez stated that this matter involves two (2) private parties.
Mr. Hogan withdrew his motion; however, the seconder did not withdraw his motion.
On a call for the question, the motion to defer this item for its consideration at the end of this
meeting to allow the opportunity for members to recess into executive session prior to taking
action on this matter was carried by a roll call vote of eight (8) yes and one (1) no
(Mr. McGlumphy).
TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE EXISTING RECYCLING CONTRACT
Mr. DePrima, City Manager, reminded members that in October 2005, the City of Dover began
offering voluntary curbside recycling to its citizens through the Delaware Solid Waste Authority
(DSWA). The City had over 575 Dover residents who enrolled in the program. In February, the
City began paying the DSWA $2 per month per customer to offer the service to our residents at no
cost. Mr. DePrima advised members that the City currently has over 2,000 enrolled. Because this
is a popular program, as well as its positive impact on the environment and the City’s operations,
staff and the DSWA are interested in extending the program an additional two (2) years. After that
two (2) year period, the DSWA has indicated that it will be necessary to increase the fees to meet
the costs; however, he assured members that this extension does not commit Dover beyond the two
(2) year period.
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Mr. DePrima advised members that the program is principally funded from savings which result in
diverting recyclables from the landfill. The revised calculation is based on October 2006 City of
Dover results, as follows:
Average pounds of recycling from Dover customers annually = 676 (13 lbs./week x 52
weeks)
Estimated number of customers participating in the supported program = 2,000 (approx.
three times the current enrollment) x 676 lbs = 1,352,000 lbs. per year or 676 tons per year
676 tons per year x $51.50 per ton ($61.50 per ton minus the DSWA rebate of $10 per ton)
= $34,814 estimated total annual savings in landfill fees.
In addition to these savings, Mr. DePrima stated that there are reduced expenses associated with the
reduction of gasoline and maintenance expense, as well as labor cost by reducing the number of trips
to the landfill.
Staff recommended that the City Manager be authorized to sign an extension of the contract for a
two (2) year period with the Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) to provide the City of Dover
supported voluntary curbside recycling at a cost of $24 per year per participating resident for every
other week pickup.
Mr. Slavin moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Leary and carried
by a unanimous roll call vote.
ANNEXATION/REZONING REQUEST/FIRST READING - 1889 KENTON ROAD,
OWNED BY BRIAN L. AND WILLIAM A. BRIGHT
A request was received for annexation and rezoning of property located at 1889 Kenton Road,
containing .50+/- acres, owned by Brian L. and William A. Bright. The property is currently zoned
AR - Agricultural Residential (Kent County) and the requested zoning is R10 - One Family
Residence (City of Dover). Staff recommended that the request be referred to the Utility Committee
on February 25, 2008, the Planning Commission on March 17, 2008, and that a public hearing be
set for April 28, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Mr. Hogan moved for approval of staff's recommendation and to acknowledge the First
Reading of the rezoning ordinance by title only. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and
unanimously carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
Zoning Ordinance Amendments as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 1889 KENTON ROAD.
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FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE - LAND DEVELOPMENT PLAN
AMENDMENT TO COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE 2003, AS AMENDED IN
MAY 2005 AND SEPTEMBER 2006
Council President Williams reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance are available
at the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Since the
ordinance is an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan Update 2003, as Amended in May 2005 and
September 2006, a public hearing is required. Staff recommended referral of the amendment to the
Planning Commission on March 17, 2008, and that a public hearing take place during the Council
Meeting of March 24, 2008, at 7:30 p.m., at which time, final action by Council will take place.
Mrs. Townshend, Director of Planning and Inspections, advised members that an application has
been received to rezone properties located at 988-990 Forest Street to a zoning classification of
C-2A (Limited Central Commercial), which has been identified as being inconsistent with Map11-1.
She stated that the current Comprehensive Plan designation of a portion of this property is Office
and Office Parks. The appropriate land use type for the proposed zoning would be Commercial;
therefore, Mrs. Townshend stated that the proposed amendment is presented to change the
designation to Commercial to allow for the rezoning of the properties to proceed.
Mr. Slavin moved for approval of staff's recommendation for referral of the proposed amendment
and to acknowledge the First Reading by title only. The motion was seconded by Mr. McGiffin.
Mr. Hogan reiterated his concerns with the consideration of splitting the zoning classification for
one (1) parcel and stated that he would not support its consideration until such time that the lot lines
are changed to create a single zoning classification for the parcel.
The motion to approve staff’s recommendation for referral of the proposed amendment and
to acknowledge the First Reading by title only was carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes and
three (3) no (Mr. McGlumphy, Mr. Hogan, and Mr. Ruane).
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
Zoning Ordinance Amendments as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF DOVER COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE,
2003, AS AMENDED IN MAY 2005 AND SEPTEMBER 2006, BY AMENDING LAND
DEVELOPMENT MAP 11-1 BY CHANGING THE LAND DEVELOPMENT PLAN
DESIGNATION FROM OFFICE AND OFFICE PARK TO COMMERCIAL ON PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 998-990 FOREST STREET.
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE
Council President Williams reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance are available
at the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Final
action by Council on the proposed ordinances will take place during the Council Meeting of
February 25, 2008.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
Ordinance Amendment as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
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CHAPTER 110 - UTILITIES, ARTICLE II - ELECTRIC SERVICE , SECTION 110-32 - POLE
ATTACHMENT FEE
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council
Meeting of January 14, 2008. It was noted that Council deferred the Final Reading during their
Regular Meeting of January 28, 2008.
Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article III - Fire Codes, Section 46-128 - Sprinkler
Requirements
Mr. McGiffin moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by
title only, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.
Mr. Hogan, Chairman of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee, advised members that
the proposed ordinance was introduced by the Fire Marshall and considered by the committee during
a Special Meeting on December 13, 2007. The proposed ordinance would require sprinkler systems
to be installed in townhouses. Noting that several members of Council are not present during the
committee meetings and, therefore, have not heard the discussion regarding his issue, he suggested
that discussion be permitted at this time.
Mr. Hogan moved to suspend the rules to allow two (2) speakers, one (1) in favor and one (1)
in opposition of the proposed amendment. The motion was seconded by Mr. McGlumphy and
unanimously carried.
Mr. Todd Stonesifer, representing the Kent County Association of REALTORS, noted that a
member of the Home Builders Association of Delaware was present who also wished to address
members in opposition to the proposed amendment. Responding, Mr. Hogan explained that the
suspension of the rules was specific regarding the number of speakers. As a realtor, Mr. Stonesifer
stated that it is his goal to help people attain home ownership. Costs for the purchase of a home
continue to rise and, currently, a townhouse is the most affordable home in the City. As we increase
the cost, there will be a loss in their affordability and the opportunity for many individuals to
purchase a home and realize the American dream. Mr. Stonesifer noted that the costs associated
with the installation of sprinkler systems in a townhouse range from $2.00 and $3.75 per square foot.
Using an average of $2.95 per square foot, with a 6% commission, a transfer tax of 1.5% to the City,
a transfer tax of 1.5% to the State, and miscellaneous costs such as attorney’s fees, has increased the
average cost to the consumer in excess of $3.10 per square foot. For a 1,200 sq. ft. townhouse, he
stated that this would cost an additional $3,695. According to data collected, he advised members
that for every $1,000 in increased cost of a home, there are 700 families alienated from the ability
to purchase a home. Therefore, the increase resulting in the proposed ordinance would alienate
2,586 families who would not be able to afford to purchase the most affordable type of housing. Mr.
Stonesifer also advised members that building codes and materials have improved over the years
and that the need for such sprinkler systems would be with the older townhouses if at all, noting that
there has not been proof of the need for the fire sprinkler requirements as they relate to fire injuries
or damage in the City of Dover. Mr. Stonesifer assured members that he is not arguing against
safety, but rather arguing for affordability. He urged members to consider these concerns as they
take action on this matter.
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Mr. Truax, Fire Marshal, suggested that there is no true evidence to prove that these costs would
deter buyers, explaining that sprinkler systems were installed in all the townhouses recently built
behind Wal-Mart in Camden and that each of those homes sold. He does not believe that the reason
people choose to live in the City is due to whether or not sprinkler systems have been installed but
rather because of the quick police response, reasonable trash collection fees, low taxes, shopping,
eating establishments, schools, etc. He assured members that he has observed the evidence that
proves that these systems save lives and assets in the community. Mr. Truax reminded members
of the public outcry when the City initiated “no smoking” in public establishments. There was a fear
that restaurants and bars would go out of business; however, today, these establishments are doing
fine. He noted that the City of Dover is becoming an increasingly urban environment, with growth
and density increasing; therefore, staff has taken a pro-active approach to this issue. He explained
his feeling that response based fire protection cannot be relied upon alone anymore when there is
technology available to protect the public and property from fire. He reminded members that this
type of technology also provides protection for the men and women of the fire department who enter
buildings that are on fire. Noting that the proposed ordinance does not include an effective date,
Mr. Truax suggested that the requirements become effective March 1, 2008. He urged members to
consider this matter as a public safety issue and support the proposed ordinance.
Responding to Mr. Salters, Mr. Truax stated that he was not aware of any recent townhouse fire that
resulted in a death. Chief Carey advised members that although he too was not aware of any deaths
associated with a townhouse fire, there were several fires in townhouses that spread and caused
damage to other property due to their configuration. He explained that these fires could have been
contained to the room of origin if there was a sprinkler system installed. As a result, Chief Carey
stated that rather than one (1) family being affected by the fire, there were three (3) families
affected.
Noting that sprinkler systems are not new technology, Mr. Salters questioned why the delay in the
consideration of this matter. Responding, Mr. Truax suggested that the delay may have been a result
of the cost, which has decreased as a result of the use of plastic pipe. He noted that sprinkler
systems either suppress the fire or control the fire until the fire department arrives.
In response to Mr. Salters, Mr. Truax stated that the sprinkler requirements are proposed only for
townhouses due to their configuration, explaining that when residents live side by side, what one
person does can drastically affect their neighbor.
Mr. Hogan moved to suspend the rules to allow an additional speaker to address members
regarding the proposed amendment. The motion was seconded by Mr. Slavin and carried with
Mr. Ruane voting no.
Mr. Bob MacLeish, Home Builders Association of Delaware, stated that he has worked with City
staff regarding this issue and explained that he struggled with placing a dollar value on safety when
human lives are in question. It was his feeling that it is important to understand that the dollar value
is not intended to measure human worth but rather assist decision makers in determining how much
it would cost to reduce the risk for loss of life and property. He indicated that the changes in
residential construction methods and materials, and improved building codes and inspections, are,
by design, to adequately protect the home throughout its life without the need for fire sprinklers.
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In regards to older homes, Mr. MacLeish explained that there have been improved fire protection
measures, such as code provisions, separation, blocking, and draft stopping, as well as improvements
to emergency escape and rescue, such as electrical circuit breakers and smoke detectors. He
explained that the cost for the installation of fire sprinklers involves changes to infrastructure, such
as the water line, additional electrical work, etc. He stated that townhouses, by their nature, have
become the affordable houses. However, additional costs for the installation of sprinkler systems
would only increase the price of townhouses.
Mr. Hogan moved for adoption of the ordinance, with the insertion on line 13 “January 1, 2009”,
seconded by Mr. Leary.
Mr. McGiffin stated his struggle with this issue since there are two (2) issues that involve
constituents: affordability and safety. Given the choice between affordability and safety, he would
prefer to side with safety and support the proposed ordinance.
Although he relayed concurrence with Mr. McGiffin, Mr. Slavin stated that since a goal of the City
is to increase home ownership, he will side with the affordability issue.
Mr. Salters stated that poor people are having difficulty purchasing homes at this time, the addition
of any costs would only make this more difficult.
Mr. Hogan relayed his dilemma with this issue as the Chairman of the Safety Advisory and
Transportation Committee and as the spouse of a local realtor. City Solicitor Rodriguez suggested
that Mr. Hogan abstain from voting due to the conflict since his wife is a local realtor.
The motion for adoption of the ordinance, with the insertion on line 13 “January 1, 2009”,
failed by a roll call vote of five (5) no, three (3) yes, (Mr. Leary, Mr. McGiffin, and
Mr. Ruane), and one (1) abstention (Mr. Hogan).
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE
The First Reading of the following proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council
Meeting of January 28, 2008.
Proposed Budget Amendments - Budget Balances and Carry-Forwards
Mr. Slavin moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.
Mr. Hogan moved for adoption of the Budget Ordinance Amendments - Budget Balances and
Carry-Forwards (Exhibit #2), seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call
vote:
TRANSFER TAX DETERMINATION
Council President Williams reminded members that earlier in the meeting, this item was deferred
to be considered at this time.
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Mr. Slavin moved to recess into executive session, seconded by Mr. Hogan and carried with
Mr. McGlumphy voting no.
Meeting Recessed at 9:06 P.M. and Reconvened at 9:34 P.M.
Mr. Hogan moved to reconvene, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Mr. Slavin moved that, regarding the transfer tax question for the Blue Hen Mall sale, from Blue
Hen Venture LLC to Pettinaro Enterprises LLC, the purchase price was $17,400,000, the affidavit
of value confirmed this amount, and it appeared that it has been demonstrated that this transaction
was an arms length transaction between unrelated parties which demonstrated fair market value for
the transaction; the purchase price stated in the deed and affidavit of value in the amount of
$17,400,000 shall be accepted as the purchase price upon which the transfer tax shall be based and
that the City Assessor is directed to accept this value for determining the transfer tax and notify the
parties accordingly. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Russell.
Mr. Ruane reiterated his concerns regarding the vote previously taken during the Council Meeting
of January 28, 2008. Responding, City Solicitor Rodriguez explained that according to Roberts
Rules, if the same motion is made during the same session, a motion for reconsideration would be
required; however, if it occurs at a subsequent session, there are no restrictions or requirements.
Mr. McGlumphy moved to amend the motion by adding “Any party assessed, utilizing the same
methods or procedures applied by the City Assessor be granted an abatement similar to the realty
transfer received by the Blue Hen Ventures, LLC”. There being no second, the motion failed.
The motion regarding the transfer tax question for the Blue Hen Mall sale, from Blue Hen
Venture LLC to Pettinaro Enterprises LLC, the purchase price was $17,400,000, the affidavit
of value confirmed this amount, and it appeared that it has been demonstrated that this
transaction was an arms length transaction between unrelated parties which demonstrated fair
market value for the transaction; the purchase price stated in the deed and affidavit of value
in the amount of $17,400,000 shall be accepted as the purchase price upon which the transfer
tax shall be based and that the City Assessor is directed to accept this value for determining
the transfer tax and notify the parties accordingly was carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes
and three (3) no (Mr. Leary, Mr. McGlumphy, and Mr. Ruane).
COUNCIL MEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were no announcements by members of Council.
Mr. Leary moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 9:39 P.M.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
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All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of
February 11, 2008, are hereby approved.
CARLETON E. CAREY, SR.
MAYOR
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Exhibits Attached to Original Minutes and File Copy
Exhibit #1 - Presentation of the Water Quality Improvements - Contact Chamber Effectiveness
Exhibit #2 - Budget Ordinance Amendments - Budget Balances and Carry-Forwards
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SPECIAL
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
A Special Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting was held on
February 4, 2008, at 4:32 p.m. with Chairman Slavin presiding. Members present were
Mr. McGlumphy, Mr. Salters, Dr. Jones, and Mr. Shevock. Other members of Council present were
Mr. Leary, Ms. Russell, Mr. McGiffin, Mr. Hogan, Mr. Ruane, and Mrs. Williams.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. McGlumphy moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Shevock and
unanimously carried.
Discussion of 1988 Consent Decree with City Solicitor
Members were provided the 1988 Consent Decree between the Central Delaware Branch of the
NAACP and the City of Dover. Mr. Slavin reminded members that in conjunction with their
comprehensive review of the 2005 Charter Review Committee Recommendations, members had
suggested the opportunity for a discussion of the 1988 Consent Decree with the City Solicitor in
order to gain an understanding of consent decrees, as well as background information regarding the
1988 Consent Decree.
Due to the interest in this matter, Mr. Slavin advised members that in addition to all members of
Council, those invited to attend this evening’s meeting included representatives of the NAACP,
Mr. Cecil Wilson, and Dr. Margaret McKay. He noted the attendance of Election Board members,
Chairman Garfinkel and Mrs. Legates. Mr. Slavin introduced the City Solicitor, Mr. Rodriguez, and
Deputy City Solicitor, Mr. Pepper, and requested that they explain what a consent decree is and to
provide information regarding the conditions that led to the 1988 Consent Decree and what effect
it has on the City.
Mr. Pepper advised members that prior to the Consent Decree, there were eight (8) members of
Council (elected at-large for each district) and meetings were presided over by the Mayor. In 1985,
the Central Delaware Branch of the NAACP filed suit under the Voting Rights Act against the City
primarily to challenge the at-large method of voting for Councilmen. At the suggestion of the City
Solicitor, Mr. Pepper stated that the City entered into negotiations with the NAACP and, as a result,
both parties agreed to a Consent Order. He explained that a consent order is a settlement that
becomes a judgement of the court and can only be modified by a court or by an agreement of the
parties. He indicated that the City cannot unilaterally change the Consent Order.
Mr. Pepper stated that as a result of the Consent Order, district voting was created, whereby only
residents in a particular district would be eligible to vote for the candidate in that district. In
addition, a minority district was created in which the black population had to be 65%. The Consent
Order created a new Council position, the Council President, which resulted in a total of nine (9)
members of Council. It removed the Mayor as the presiding officer and instead required that the
Council President preside over Council Meetings. He noted that the transition was smooth and that
there were no problems. However, upon receipt of the 2000 Census, Mr. Pepper advised members
that when the Election Board began to redraw the council districts they encountered substantial
difficulty in redrawing the minority district to make it equal in population with the other three (3)
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districts and at the same time, maintaining the 65% black population requirement. He explained that
the minority population of the City of Dover no longer resided almost exclusively in certain areas
of the City but had dispersed throughout the City. It was his opinion that this issue will occur again
when the 2010 Census is received and suggested that it may be impossible to develop a single district
where the minority population is 65%. He anticipates that the City would accomplish the
requirement by developing eight (8) Council districts, with two (2) minority districts, which would
require the Consent Decree to be amended.
Mr. Pepper indicated that when he met with the 2005 Charter Review Committee, there was some
interest in putting the Mayor back as the presiding officer. He advised members that the removal
the Mayor as presiding officer and creation of the ninth (9th) Council seat are beyond the remedies
available under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. However, he stated that there has been case law
since the Decree that indicated that those types of changes could not be forced upon a municipality.
Should Council wish to reverse such changes, it could be accomplished by including it in a motion
to modify the Consent Order.
Responding to Mr. Shevock, Mr. Pepper stated that the Voting Rights Act does not permit a Court
to require the size of the legislative body to be changed. The 65% is usually chosen to assure the
election of a representative of their own for that district. Should it become impossible to create a
district that has a super majority, whether its 65%, 60%, or 55%, it was his opinion that the Voting
Rights Act does not offer a remedy for the minority.
In preparing for this meeting, Mr. Ruane advised members that there have been several Supreme
Court decisions since 1988 that also seem to put a city such as Dover in a position where racially
conscious redistricting is against some of those Court decisions. He noted that the Court has thrown
out some redistrictings due to the gerrymandering manner in which it was accomplished and
questioned if the City would be vulnerable in this matter. Responding, Mr. Pepper stated that several
of those cases were relative to 14th Amendment cases, due process and equal protection cases, and
that the City’s case falls under the Voting Rights Act, which Congress passed in order to enforce the
guarantees provided by the 15th Amendment that granted the right to vote to blacks. It was his
opinion that the City would not be vulnerable under these circumstances; however, he suggested that
the vulnerability would be a challenge based on Baker versus Carr. After receipt of the 2010 Census,
in 2011, when the City begins to redraw the districts, it was his opinion that the City will have
serious difficulty in developing a district consisting of 65% minority population, particularly with
maintaining only four (4) districts.
Mr. DePrima noted previous discussion regarding a strong mayor form of government and having
the city manager reporting to the mayor. At that time, it was his recollection that it was the opinion
of representatives of the NAACP that this would violate the Consent Decree since such a change
would in effect put city government under the direction of an individual voted at-large versus
members of council. Responding, it was Mr. Pepper’s opinion that such an argument would not have
merit under the Consent Decree. He assured members that, outside of the requirements of the
Consent Decree, the City of Dover is free to form its government in any way it chooses.
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Mr. Hogan alluded to legislation being proposed for consideration by Congress that would allow for
defendants to petition the court to remove any consent decree after four (4) years. Mr. Pepper felt
that such legislation would create an issue regarding the separation of powers. He is not aware of
the proposed legislation or its status with Congress. Mr. Ruane noted that the legislation was
introduced to the U.S. Senate and House in November.
In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Pepper confirmed that there has been a lot of movement afoot in an
attempt to eliminate consent decrees relating to jail management and educational facilities; however,
it was his opinion that it would be disastrous to take this type of action regarding elections.
Concurring, Mr. Salters noted that the minority population in Dover is approximately 30%-35%,
which should result in at least 30% representation of Council or any other elective body. Although
there have been improvements, he stated that the only assurance of participation by all people is with
the current Consent Decree or the possibility of more districts with a minimum of 65% minority
population. He advised members that there is concern in the community regarding the City’s
consideration of this issue.
For clarification, Mr. Slavin stated that this meeting was called specifically to gain information. He
noted that due to a prior commitment, Mr. Pepper had to depart the meeting; however, City Solicitor
Rodriguez would be available for any further questions.
Mr. Hogan expressed his pride in the City for its diversity and felt that the reason this has become
an issue is because the black enclaves continue to disappear. As a result of the diversity throughout
the City, he relayed concern that the City will not be able to meet the 65% black district and
questioned what the result would be if this requirement was not met. Responding, Mr. Rodriguez
stated that if the City was unable to meet the 65% black district, the City would be in violation of
the Consent Decree and would have to explain the situation to the Court. He further explained his
opinion that the districts cannot be split, they must remain contiguous.
Considering the possibility that the court could determine to nullify the Consent Decree, Mr. Leary
suggested that the Plaintiffs would rather have the opportunity to discuss the alternatives to allow
for a 65% black district.
Mr. Slavin suggested that members continue an on-going conversation and dialogue through the
receipt of the 2010 Census information, with the understanding that since a decision would not be
necessary for a few years, these discussions will remain preliminary in nature.
Referring to previous comments of Mr. Ruane, Mr. Salters indicated concurrence that the issue that
should be addressed is relative to economics. It was his opinion that if there were more adequate
jobs in Dover, there would be less renters and more homeowners, which would decrease the black
population in the Fourth District. He advised members that historically in Dover, no minority has
been elected at-large and he felt that if members were to understand the ramifications and reasons
for this, they would have a different perspective on this matter. Mr. Salters stated that although the
City of Dover has come a long way, the fact is that we are not quite there yet.
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Responding, Mr. Hogan reminded members that Mr. Hardcastle was elected to City Council by at-
large voting and, although he concurs with Mr. Salters, he relayed concern that there will be a
problem meeting the requirements of the Consent Decree and that members must consider a solution.
Although there may be other solutions to the problems, Mr. McGlumphy suggested that if members
developed a strong economic development plan, providing livable wage jobs, etc., the dilemma being
faced by the City in this regard could be resolved. He also questioned why the at-large elected
position was created.
Mr. McGiffin stated his feeling that there is an economic issue to some degree; however, he
suggested that members not lose sight of the fact that the problem goes beyond economics, noting
that the issue is not with just poor people but rather poor, black people. He explained that these
people are not only disadvantaged by the way Dover is set up economically, but are historically
oppressed people. He suggested that members not lose sight of this fact while dealing with the
problem that the City’s growing diversity has left us.
In closing, Mr. Slavin stated that based on the discussion this evening, during the Review of the 2005
Charter Review Committee Recommendations, in all probability, members will not be able to
formulate any recommendation regarding this matter until the receipt of the 2010 Census. It was also
his opinion that members of Council would not take any action on this matter until after 2010 and
only if the conditions in the Census warrants any action.
Mr. McGlumphy moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 5:28 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Timothy A. Slavin
Chairman
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SPECIAL SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
A Special Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee Meeting was held on February 5, 2008,
at 6:04 p.m. with Chairman Hogan presiding. Mr. Leary was also present. Mr. Slavin,
Mr. Lakeman, and Mr. Link were absent.
Noting that there was not a quorum, Mr. Hogan stated members cannot take action; however, should
members arrive during the meeting, their recommendations would be forwarded to City Council.
City Clerk’s Office Note: Since no additional members arrived for the meeting, no official
recommendations were made to forward to Council.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
There being no objections, Mr. Hogan requested that item #2 - Resolution in Support of Weekend
Bus Service be considered prior to item #1.
Resolution in Support of Weekend Bus Service (Dover Human Relations Commission)
During their meeting of November 28, 2007, the Dover Human Relations Commission (DHRC)
recommended adoption of a proposed Resolution in support of weekend bus service in Dover.
Members were provided with correspondence from the DHRC, as well as the proposed Resolution
for their consideration.
Dr. Hoff, Chairman of the DHRC, advised members that the commission believes that there is a need
for weekend bus service, such service is a critical quality of life issue, and payments for such
services should be provided by the state, county, and local government if possible. The DHRC
recommended approval of the proposed Resolution and that it be forwarded to the Governor and
General Assembly of the State of Delaware for consideration.
Based on previous discussions, Mr. Hogan indicated his belief that the committee members would
support the proposed Resolution; however, since there was not a quorum, no official action could
be taken. He noted that it may be necessary to revise some of the language to coincide with
Resolutions considered by Council. Mr. Hogan stated that during the next committee meeting of
February 26, 2008, members will take action regarding the proposed Resolution to be forwarded to
Council for action.
DART Presentation on Funding of Weekend and Late Night Bus Service in Kent County
Members reviewed a letter from Mr. Stephen Kingsberry, Executive Director of the Delaware Transit
Corporation, requesting the City Manager for the opportunity to discuss the City’s ability to help
fund weekend bus services for Kent County residents and businesses. Members were provided a
response from Mr. DePrima, City Manager, suggesting that a presentation be given to the Safety
Advisory and Transportation Committee and that if it is their desire for the City to consider funding
for this service in fiscal year 2008-2009 budget year, then a specific request should be included in
the presentation. It was noted that the Delaware Authority for Regional Transit (DART) is managed
and operated by the Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC).
Ms. Catherine Smith, Planning Manager for the DTC, provided background information regarding
the services provided by DTC. Ms. Lisa Collins, Planner for DTC, reviewed the map depicting the
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fixed route service area for Kent County and the Spring 2008 Saturday Proposal, as well as
information regarding the Weekend Bus Service Pilot Program (Attachment #1).
Ms. Smith advised members that the cost for the four (4) fixed routes to operate on Saturday would
be approximately $360,000 annually (funded by the State of Delaware); the cost to extend the
existing fixed route from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. during the weekday would be approximately
$400,000 to $500,000 annually; and the cost to add Saturday and Sunday services, full complement
of the fixed routes ran during the weekday, would be approximately $750,000 to $800,000 annually.
Responding to Mr. Hogan, Ms. Collins stated that last year, there were 185,000 users of the service.
With regards to the largest ridership for the fixed routes, Ms. Smith indicated that last year there
were 20,000 on Route 101; 23,000 on Routes 104 and 109; and 15,000 on Route 114. For each of
these routes, there are approximately 160-170 riders per day. Ms. Collins advised members that
weekend services has been the biggest request amongst users for the past several years.
Ms. Smith noted that public hearings have been scheduled to be held during the first week in April.
She also advised members of the partnerships that have been developed with businesses and it was
her feeling that there is an opportunity to expand these partnerships to the downstate area.
Mr. Hogan suggested that the City be provided information regarding the public hearings in order
for the information to be included on the City’s Website.
Initial Discussion - Prioritization of Transportation Projects
There being no objections, Mr. Hogan requested that the briefing on DelDOT and MPO Projects
occur prior to the committee’s discussion regarding the Prioritization of Transportation Projects
since these briefings may provide information that will effect the discussion regarding this matter.
Briefing on DelDOT Projects (Gary Laing)
Mr. Gary Laing, Municipal Liaison for DelDOT, gave members the following updates:
Signalization Project
Mr. Laing advised members that the signalization project continues to progress, although there has
been a slight delay due to weather conditions. He stated that the work at the intersection of
Loockerman and New Streets should be completed this week, at which time work will begin at the
intersection of Loockerman Street and Legislative Avenue. Although Loockerman Street will be
closed, the north side of Legislative Avenue must remain open as it serves as an access and exiting
point for the Post Office, State offices, and Treadway Towers.
Mr. Laing indicated that upon completion of the Loockerman Street and Legislative Avenue
intersection, there will be three (3) more intersections to complete for this project as follows: 1) New
and North Streets; 2) Queen and North Streets; and 3) Queen and Water Streets.
Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Laing stated that the Dover Police Department would have accident
data for those intersections that have been completed; however, he stated that DelDOT has received
positive feedback as a result of this project, particularly from users of Division Street, which has
been totally completed.
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South Governors Avenue Improvements
Mr. Laing advised members that the original intent was to begin the South Governors Avenue
Improvement project in March. In reviewing this schedule, he stated that it was discovered that the
detour route, as a result of the closure of South Governors Avenue, would cause traffic to utilize
New Burton Road, which could possibly bring traffic onto Queen Street. He explained that this
would not be acceptable since Queen Street may be closed due to the Signalization Project; therefore,
DelDOT will be delaying the South Governors Avenue Improvements Project until the Signalization
Project is complete. It is anticipated that this project will begin in May, no later than June.
Mr. Laing stated that DelDOT has requested the opportunity for the Project Manager for the South
Governors Avenue Improvements Project to provide a presentation to City Council during their
meeting of February 25, 2008. He advised members that a public workshop will be held on Tuesday,
March 4, 2008 at Reilly Brown Elementary School in order to remind the public and provide details
as to what the project entails.
Briefing on MPO Projects (Juanita Wieczorek)
Ms. Wieczorek, Director of the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO),
briefed members on the Planning Studies of the MPO. She advised members that the Route 8 Study
was not adopted at the last MPO Council meeting, which will delay how soon those
recommendations are forwarded to DelDOT for funding. She stated that there were some issues
regarding the manner in which the cultural resource survey was accomplished and reported, which
she felt have been resolved. Ms. Wieczorek stated that there was also an issue regarding
maintenance of plantings in the median, explaining that the study recommended grass or some sort
of plantings in the median between Mifflin Road and Saulsbury Road and that DelDOT has indicated
that they would not be responsible for the maintenance. She plans to meet with the City Manager
to determine if this would be an issue for the City.
With regards to the North Dover Study, Ms. Wieczorek advised members that meetings will be
scheduled with businesses and homeowners in this area to share with them the consultant’s (RK&K)
traffic analysis. She indicated that the plan is for this project to be completed by the end of this fiscal
year.
Ms. Wieczorek reviewed the draft list of projects approved by the MPO for transportation
improvement program projects (Attachment #1). Regarding the US Route 13/Division Street
Intersection Improvement and Pedestrian Crossing Project, Ms. Wieczorek stated her understanding
is that DelDOT is conducting an analysis of the safety issues and that Highway Safety Improvement
money will be made available for this project upon its completion. She suggested that the City of
Dover also identify this location as a safety issue that requires resolution.
Ms. Wieczorek noted that although it was not included on the Unfunded Projects List, the Chairman
of the MPO is submitting a request to DelDOT to review the intersection of West and North Streets
regarding concerns of the traffic in the area of Saulsbury Road and West and North Streets. DelDOT
is being requested to conduct a study of this area and to incorporate any improvements in the West
Dover Connector and/or the Eden Hill Property improvements.
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Responding, Mr. Hogan noted that the West Dover Connector will not be accomplished for several
years and that there is a problem in this area that requires immediate attention. He suggested the
possibility of making West Street one-way southbound as a temporary solution until the West Dover
Connector is completed. Ms. Wieczorek advised members that discussions were held with DelDOT
several years ago regarding the possibility of making West Street one-way south, and Queen Street
one-way north; however, this was not specified by the MPO at their last meeting. The approach
DelDOT has requested of the MPO is not to define the solution, but rather to simply provide the
problem. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Ms. Wieczorek suggested that this issue be a separate project
from the West Dover Connector in order to improve assurance of consideration by DelDOT.
Initial Discussion - Prioritization of Transportation Projects
During their meeting of December 13, 2007, Mr. Hogan requested that members begin to give
consideration to prioritizing transportation projects for further discussion. Members were reminded
that each year, members of Council submit a prioritization list of transportation projects for the City
of Dover to the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, as well as the Governor and other
distinguished delegates, for their review and consideration. To aid in the initial review, members
were provided the letter and the list of projects submitted in 2007.
In addition to the projects mentioned, Mr. Ruane suggested that members also consider the issue
regarding Railroad Cars and the relocation of the switching and storage along New Burton Road.
There has also been reference to the Kent County Aeropark having an apron installed and suggested
that members include this as a project on their list. He encouraged members to continue to support
the passenger rail service. He questioned if the Water Street Railroad Crossing has been considered
and whether it should also be included on a prioritization list.
Responding, Mr. Hogan requested that Mr. Ruane as well as all members of Council and the
committee provide a list with a brief explanation of any items that they wish to be included in the
transportation prioritization list for consideration during the next committee meeting on
February 26, 2008.
There being no further business, Mr. Hogan declared the meeting adjourned.
Meeting Adjourned at 7:24 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Kenneth L. Hogan
Chairman
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Attachment to Original Minutes and File Copy
Attachment #1 - Draft List of Projects, Approved by the MPO, for Transportation Improvement Program Projects
(Funded and Unfunded)
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UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee meeting was held on February 11, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. with Chairman Ruane
presiding. Members present were Mr. McGiffin, and Mr. Leary. Mr. Cregar and Mr. Snaman were
absent. Members of Council present were Mr. Slavin, Mr. Hogan, and Mayor Carey.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. McGiffin moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Leary and unanimously
carried.
Dedication of Rights-of-Way and Public Infrastructure - Maple Glen
The developer of the Maple Glen Subdivision, Bay Developers, Inc., has requested that all public
infrastructure improvements related to this subdivision be dedicated to the City of Dover for
permanent ownership and maintenance. Members were provided a map that depicted all the public
improvements associated with the subdivision and a map that depicted the general location and
configuration of the subject rights-of-way. Bay Developers, Inc. has constructed all of the
improvements in accordance with City standards and specifications. After construction was
completed, City staff inspected the public improvements and provided the developer with a list of
repairs to be made to meet the City of Dover Standards and Specifications for Public Works
Construction. As of this date, all work has been completed by the developer and a one (1) year
Maintenance Agreement, Letter of Credit, and a Release of Liabilities have been submitted by the
developer as part of the dedication process. In addition, as-built drawings of the infrastructure have
also been submitted to the City for our permanent records.
Mr. Koenig, Public Services Director, advised members that all open space/wetlands, stormwater
management areas, and the stormwater outfall structure (including 68 l.f. of 24” Class III reinforced
concrete pipe) from the pond area are to be privately maintained by the Maple Glen Homeowner’s
Association. He stated that he has had conversations with Mr. Gaudioso, representative of the
Homeowner’s Association, for several years regarding the dedication of Maple Glen and that he has
relayed concerns regarding the pipe culvert adjacent to the Covington property, as well as some
public road that is encroaching on that pipe improvement. Mr. Koenig stated that staff will resolve
this issue during the one year maintenance period. Mr. Gaudioso also indicated that there are some
deficiencies with the improved park area associated with the subdivision. This is a privately owned
park area that will eventually be assumed by the Homeowner’s Association. He assured
Mr. Gaudioso that staff would work through all the issues related to the private open space, since
they appear to be small and cosmetic in nature; however, there are other issues important to the
Homeowner’s Association that should be addressed by the committee.
Staff recommended acceptance of dedication of rights-of-way and public infrastructure in the Maple
Glen Subdivision, with the dedication to include all of the referenced public improvements, as
follows:
Sewer Utility Infrastructure (Construction Value = $321,300.00):
15” SDR-35 PVC Sanitary Sewer Main - 1,958 l.f.
8” SDR-35 PVC Sanitary Sewer Main - 1,255 l.f.
6” PVC Sanity Sewer Laterals - 1,350 l.f. (54 laterals)
4’ Diameter Sanitary Sewer Manholes - 21 ea. (281.67 v.f.)
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Water Utility Infrastructure (Construction Value = $169,675.00):
8” Ductile Iron (Class 52 Cement Lined) Water Main - 3,085 l.f.
6” Ductile Iron (Class 52 Cement Lined) Water Main - 105 l.f.
1” Polyethylene Water Service Line - 1,125 l.f. (43 services)
8” Gate Valves - 7 ea.
6” Hydrant Valves - 4 ea.
Fire Hydrants - 4 ea.
2” Blow Off Assembly - 2 ea.
Storm Water Infrastructure (Construction Value = $179,625.00)
Catch Basins - 19 ea.
15” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 1,453 l.f.
18” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 384 l.f.
24” Type III Reinforced Concrete Pipe - 408 l.f.
15” ADS N-12 Plastic Pipe - 20 l.f.
24” ADS N-12 Plastic Pipe - 130 l.f.
Flared End Sections (Concrete) - 3 ea.
Street Infrastructure: (0.5765 miles) (Construction Value = $380,500.00)
Maple Glen Drive Station 0+00 to Station 26+75 2,673 l.f.
Covington Drive Station 0+00 to Station 2+00 200 l.f.
Northgate Drive Station 0+00 to Station 1+71 171 l.f.
3,044 l.f.
Responding to Mr. McGiffin, Mr. Koenig stated that if the acceptance is deferred it would affect
snow removal, street sweeping, etc., and that the City would be required to work with the developer
regarding these types of issues. It was his opinion that the acceptance would remove the developer
from the equation and allow staff to work directly with the homeowners regarding their concerns.
He also advised members that homeowners always have the recourse of contacting the City Manager
or City Council should they be unsatisfied with staff’s action.
For clarification, Mr. Gaudioso, 167 Maple Glen Drive, stated that he does not represent the
Homeowner’s Association and, to his knowledge, there are no residents that are members of the
Homeowner’s Association, although the Homeowner’s Association has been incorporated. On
behalf of the residents (it was noted that there were approximately 20 residents of Maple Glen in
attendance), Mr. Gaudioso provided members with pictures of the subdivision (as on file in the
Office of the City Clerk), depicting the cul-de-sac on Covington Drive and explained the concerns.
Several months ago, he requested Mr. Koenig to inspect the area due to concerns regarding the slope
of the land leading down to the cul-de-sac (erosion) and the condition within the culvert. He also
noted the erosion occurring under the sidewalk and concern with the homeowner’s being responsible
for these issues in the future. Mr. Gaudioso also advised members of issues regarding uneven
ground in the public open space area and dead trees on public and private land. It was his feeling
that the City has the responsibility to protect the residents regarding these issues since they approved
the plans for the subdivision. He requested that the City protect the residents from being held
financially responsible in resolving these issues.
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Responding, Mr. Koenig assured members that the culvert issue will be resolved as a part of the
dedication, explaining that any required improvements in the public rights-of-way is covered under
the one year maintenance agreement. He advised members that with the approval of the subdivision,
there was an obligation of Bay Developers, Inc. to form a Homeowner’s Association. Unlike most
developments, during the time of construction, the developer and builder were not the same entity.
With the exception of the last lot, Mr. Koenig stated that Bay Developers, Inc. sold all the lots to
Middleneck Homes. Therefore, since there is a separate developer and builder for this development,
he explained that it has been difficult to obtain its dedication, which should have occurred many
years ago. With regards to the issues involving the private open space, Mr. Koenig stated that Bay
Developers controls the officers of the Homeowner’s Association; therefore, any problems with these
areas are the responsibility of these officers. He stated that it is his intent to advise Bay Developers
of the private open space issues in an attempt to have them resolved.
Mr. Leary moved to defer this matter until the next meeting to allow staff the opportunity to provide
more details, seconded by Mr. McGiffin.
Mr. McGiffin felt that the dedication is a separate issue from the concerns relayed by the residents
and that this meeting is not the avenue for which they should be addressed; however, he questioned
the appropriate mechanism provided by the City for having such concerns resolved. Responding,
Mr. Koenig indicated that there is a building permit outstanding and, although staff has not instituted
the “clean hands” ordinance for these types of issues, he advised members that staff deals with
developers on these types of outstanding issues on a regular basis. He felt confident that the City
has enough options to compel the developer to resolve the issues.
Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Koenig explained that the City has an obligation to dedicate the
public infrastructure. He agreed to provide members with a status report on the action taken
regarding the concerns relayed by the residents in two (2) weeks, although they may not all be
resolved.
Mr. Leary withdrew his motion to defer, as did the seconder.
Mr. Leary moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation for the acceptance of the
dedication of rights-of-way and public infrastructure for The Maple Glen Subdivision, with
dedication to include all of the referenced public improvements, stipulating that staff provide
a status report on the action taken regarding the concerns relayed by Mr. Gaudioso. The
motion was seconded by Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried.
Lighting Project and Rehabilitation Schedule
During the committee meeting of October 8, 2007, in reviewing the Lighting Project and
Rehabilitation included in the FY 2007/08 Electric Capital Improvement Projects Briefing, members
requested that staff provide a schedule of the neighborhoods/developments that are to be considered.
As requested, Mr. Lunt, Public Utilities Manager, provided members with a schedule of the
neighborhoods/developments slated for the lighting project and rehabilitation, which included
estimated costs associated with the project. He explained the criteria used in the analysis and
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prioritization and noted that the schedule may be altered or accelerated based on possible funding
from Delaware Legislators through the DelDOT Community Transportation Fund.
Mr. Leary moved to recommend acceptance of the schedule as presented by staff, seconded by
Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried.
Underground Electric Conversion Schedule
Mr. Lunt, Public Utilities Manager, advised members that staff has analyzed and prioritized those
developments that require conversion from overhead pole lines to underground pad-mounted
equipment. He explained the criteria used in the analysis and prioritization, as well as the process
used to convert the developments. Members were provided a schedule for the underground electric
conversion, which was developed based on the criteria, as follows: 1) Kent Acres (partially
completed); 2) Schoolview; 3) Highland Acres; 4) Crossgates; and 5) Buchanan Acres.
Mr. Lunt noted that, historically, a lump sum is budgeted towards the completion of projects as
designated by staff. In addition to funding the overhead to underground projects, the fund also
includes the replacement of obsolete or failed existing underground cables and the conversion of
circuits for aesthetic reasons. He stated that these projects will take the City well past the current
five (5) year plan based on the current funding levels.
Mr. Leary moved to recommend acceptance of the schedule as presented by staff, seconded by
Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried.
Water Main Replacement Priority List
Members were provided a Presentation of the Water Main Replacement Priority List for water
quality improvements, which was reviewed by Mrs. Duca, City Engineer for the Public Utilities
Department. She introduced Mr. Jason Lyons, the new City Engineer, and advised members that he
has been working with her on this project.
Mrs. Duca reminded members that the 2006 Water Master Plan and 2006 Water Quality Evaluation
recommended the establishment of a Water Main Rehabilitation Program. She explained that a rated
inventory of all water mains maintained by the City was developed in order for the City to meet this
recommendation. Such a program would assist the City in meeting industry standards, as well as
addressing water quality issues.
In order to develop a water main replacement priority list, Mrs. Duca stated that a Water Main Pipe
Rating (WMPR) was developed to rate the condition of water mains based upon key characteristics.
These characteristics include pipe size, material, installation date, repairs/leaks, water quality
complaints, flushing times, and demand significance. She reviewed the water main replacement
priority list, which consisted of the 20 lowest rated water mains.
Mrs. Duca assured members that the water main priority list will be reviewed in conjunction with
the street priority list to facilitate the coordination of projects. The Water Main Rehabilitation
Projects will be based upon the priority listing and are to be implemented each fiscal year.
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Mr. Leary moved to recommend acceptance of the priority list as presented by staff, seconded
by Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried.
Due to time constraints, Mr. Ruane suggested that the remaining agenda items be deferred until the
next committee meeting.
Mr. Leary moved to defer the remaining agenda items until the next committee meeting, as
follows: 1) Annual Engineering Consultant’s Report on the Operation and Maintenance of the
Electric System - Fiscal Year 2007; and 2) PACE/NAES Monthly Report (December). The
motion was seconded by Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried.
Mr. Leary moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 5:56 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Eugene B. Ruane
Chairman
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LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting was held on February 11, 2008
at 6:00 p.m. with Chairman Slavin presiding. Members present were Mr. McGlumphy, Mr. Salters,
Dr. Jones, and Mr. Shevock. Other members of Council present were Mr. Leary, Mr. McGiffin,
Mr. Hogan, Mr. Ruane, and Mayor Carey.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. McGlumphy and unanimously
carried.
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report - Final Presentation
During their meeting of December 10, 2007, members reviewed the final draft of the City’s
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the year ending June 30, 2007. Mrs. Mitchell,
Treasurer/Finance Director, reminded members that this is the first time the Audit Committee
approach has been used in the preparation and presentation of the CAFR.
Members were provided a Presentation of the Final Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, which
was reviewed by Mrs. Mitchell. She also provided a summary and provided explanations to the
major highlights of the report.
Mr. McGlumphy stated that as a laymen, the information provided is very difficult to comprehend
and suggested that the report allow for more transparency and details to assist members in having
a better understanding. Responding, Mrs. Mitchell stated that the terminology and manner in which
items are grouped together is a requirement of the new GASB. She explained that the front section
of the report contains the items in groups; however, further in the report (pages 90-91), information
regarding individual departments is provided.
Mr. Salters moved to recommend acceptance of the Comprehensive Annual Finance Report -
Final Presentation, as presented by staff, seconded by Mr. McGlumphy and unanimously
carried.
Amendment to Robbins Hose Company Annual Contribution in the CIP to Reflect New Cost
of Engine 5 Replacement
Members considered a request to amend the Robbins Hose Company annual contribution in the CIP
of the City 2007/08 Budget, to reflect the down payment of $5,000 and ordering of replacement
Engine #5. Fire Chief Carey advised members that in accordance with the CIP for next fiscal year,
the Dover Fire Department sent out a specification for a piece of fire apparatus to replace the current
Engine #5, which is a 1989 Mack/Pierce. He indicated that there is a long delivery time for fire
engines which requires the order to be placed well in advance of the fiscal year. Although the
specification was sent out to four (4) vendors (American LaFrance, KME, Seagrave, and Pierce), he
advised members that Pierce was the only vendor to submit a proposal, at a cost of $588,614. Chief
Carey stated that they also submitted a bid for an optional cab which would lower the cost to
$539,299. The engine committee chose to go with the optional cab and also eliminated several
safety items to bring the truck close to the City’s projected budget (CIP), which resulted in a cost of
$512,764. By inflating the price for a 3% maximum change order limit, he stated that the cost would
be $528,146. To finance this option over three years (using current market rates) would translate
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into a loan payment of $180,300 for a total financed cost of $540,900. It was noted that the
payments are subject to change based on prevailing interest rates at time of financing.
Chief Carey advised members that the following crash safety options were eliminated: Advanced
ABS System, Tire Pressure Management System, Seat Belt Alarms, Side Roll Protection, Additional
LED Warning Lights on Cab Doors (exit), Insta Chains, and Frontal Impact. These safety items
would bring the cost to $555,478 including the 3% maximum change order limit. To finance this
option over three years (using current market rates) would translate into a loan payment of $195,300
for a total financed cost of $585,900.
Chief Carey noted that Engine #5 is 19 years old and the Fire Department currently has a 15 year
replacement program. He stated that the current engine lacks dependability which could jeopardize
firefighter safety. He also indicated that research was completed to determine if the City paid for
the truck being replaced, unfortunately, the files are not complete; however, staff was able to
determine that $120,000 of City money was used to pay for the 1989 Mack.
Staff recommended approval of the amendment to Robbins Hose Company CIP sheet of the City
2007/08 Budget, down payment of $5,000 and ordering of the replacement of Engine #5. Chief
Carey stated that upon modification of the CIP, the equipment would be ordered and that the order
and down payment in the amount of $5,000 must be in by February 27, 2008 to secure current prices.
The estimated delivery would be in late 2008.
Mr. McGlumphy relayed concern with the timing of the request and difficulty in supporting the
request based on information obtained from studies completed. In reviewing the CIP sheet, he noted
that the original budget for the replacement of Engine #5 was $150,000 for FY2009 through FY2011
and now the request has increased to $180,000 to $195,000 per year. It was his feeling that it would
be irresponsible for Council to approve an increase for an obligation of this magnitude for this
upcoming fiscal year without the knowledge and consideration of the entire budget and needs for
FY2009. Mr. McGlumphy suggested that in taking such action, members would be “hedging their
bet”, explaining that it is unknown whether the cost for the truck would increase or decrease the next
year.
Responding to Mr. McGlumphy, Chief Carey advised members that the delivery time for a fire truck
is approximately one (1) year ,which is why it is necessary to place the order at this time. The main
concern at this time is the down time of Engine #5 due to broken fuel lines. He also advised
members that Engine #5 failed the pump test, which is an NFPA requirement. The pump test should
be rated at 2,000 gallons per minute and Engine #5 is rated at 1,850 gallons per minute, which is a
significant factor for fire fighting efforts.
In response to additional concerns relayed by Mr. McGlumphy, Chief Carey stated that the City’s
Purchasing Department did not assist in the specification process and that it was conducted by a
committee of the Fire Department. He assured members that all vendors were given the same
opportunity for bidding, including the option to eliminate items, and that no member of the Fire
Department would benefit financially from this purchase. He also confirmed that the purchase is for
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a Pierce Truck and would be ordered from Pierce. Responding to Mr. McGlumphy, Chief Carey
explained that Singer Associates is the distributor for the Delaware and Maryland area and that there
is one (1) member of the Fire Department associated with Singer Associates; however, he stated that
this member did not serve on the committee and was not involved with the development of the
specifications.
Referring to the report by Haggarty and Haggarty Accountants that was previously provided to
members, which includes recommendations for the Fire Department, Mr. McGlumphy explained that
the reasoning for his questions is that the recommendations are contrary to the request of staff. Until
members are provided the opportunity to discuss the merits of the accountant’s recommendations,
Mr. McGlumphy stated that he is not in favor of approving any purchases for the Fire Department,
nor would he favor approving any purchase of equipment that was not bid through the City’s
Purchasing Department.
In response to Mr. McGlumphy, Chief Carey indicated that he would provide members and staff a
copy of the bid and final pricing for the requested purchase. With regards to the sale of the current
Engine #5, Chief Carey stated that the monies derived from the sale are used to pay for equipment
and apparatus for the Fire Department; these funds are not given to the City. Since the City would
be paying for the equipment, Mr. McGlumphy suggested that any funds acquired as a result of the
sale of such equipment should be submitted to the City.
Responding to Mr. Salters, Chief Carey stated that there is a safety issue involved with Engine #5
and reiterated the need for its replacement.
Mr. DePrima stated that in previous years, the Fire Department would order the apparatus the year
prior to the year the purchase was budgeted and if there was an increase in the actual purchase price
from the amount budgeted, staff would make an adjustment to the budget. In this instance, the Fire
Department took a more proactive approach by notifying Council of the price increase based on the
bids received and worked with staff in the development of a revised CIP Sheet.
Being aware that American LaFrance has filed bankruptcy, Mr. Hogan questioned why the other two
(2) companies did not submit a bid. In following up with the vendors regarding this matter, Chief
Carey stated that KME did not respond to the inquiry and that Seagrave submitted a letter indicating
that they were not interested in submitting a bid. He stated that an offer has been received for the
purchase of Engine #5 in the amount of $30,000, which is substantially less than the amount desired
by the Fire Department. He estimated that the original cost of Engine #5 was $220,000 in 1989.
Referring to the Haggarty and Haggarty Report provided to members, Mr. Leary stated his concerns
as a steward of taxpayer’s money and questioned what actions are being taken in conjunction with
City staff to rectify the problems. Chief Carey advised members that in previous years, the City
would provide the Fire Department with their portion of the loan payment for processing and that
now, the Fire Department has no access to the loan funds. He explained that the Fire Department
provides the loan payment to the Finance Department for processing. He stated that another
correction being made is with the bidding process for equipment, explaining that a blanket bid will
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be let in July for the entire year. As an example, Chief Carey stated that bids would be let for the
purchase of boots in July; however, the boots would be ordered throughout the year only as needed.
He assured members that actions are being taken to correct the issues relayed by the accountants.
Several members relayed their support for the Fire Department and appreciation to the men and
women who serve the City in this capacity.
Mr. McGlumphy moved to recommend tabling the request based on such requests being kept within
the City’s budget process, the receipt of a report within the next couple of weeks, an improved
comfort with the Fire Chief’s plan for improvement, and assurance that all financial matters are
handled by the City’s Finance Director. The motion was seconded by Dr. Jones.
Mr. Salters relayed concern that the delay in action by tabling the request could jeopardize the safety
of the citizens of Dover.
Chief Carey stated that the City’s Finance Director is currently responsible for handling the loan
process, although it will be a loan of the Fire Department. He also advised members that delaying
the ordering of the truck will result in a 4% to 5% increase, and noted that the purchase price is only
locked in until February 27, 2008.
Mr. Slavin relayed his concern with several issues included in the Haggarty and Haggarty Report,
as well as the bid process. He stated that although he supports the Fire Department, members have
a responsibility and obligation to provide due diligence regarding this matter. If the matter is tabled,
he offered to place the request on the committee’s next agenda, in two (2) weeks, at which time, the
Haggarty and Haggarty Report could be brought forward and the Fire Chief would be provided the
opportunity to respond to the recommendations.
The motion recommending that the matter be tabled was carried with Mr. Salters and
Mr. Shevock voting no.
Request of Capital School District - New Construction Surcharge
During their meeting of February 26, 2007, members reviewed a letter received from Dr.
Michael Thomas, Superintendent of Schools for the Capital School District, requesting consideration
of the adoption of a surcharge on new home construction, similar to the ordinance enacted by Kent
County Levy Court. The ordinance would provide financial support for the school district in funding
future capital projects. At that time, Dr. Thomas indicated that at least one municipality in Kent
County (Town of Smyrna) has enacted such a surcharge and that other municipalities are in the
process.
Mrs. Mitchell, Treasurer/Finance Director, provided members with copies of the ordinances adopted
by Kent County and the Town of Smyrna, and a compilation of sample charges. She also provided
and reviewed a recap of each ordinance.
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Dr. Thomas explained that the proposal submitted by the Capital School District is to charge an
impact fee in the amount of 1.25% of the construction value of the building permit of new residential
dwellings and new non-residential structures of all types. The funds for the impact fee would be
collected by the City and transferred to the Capital School District quarterly. These funds would be
used specifically by the Capital School District for capital construction to enhance the provision of
educational facilities to the residents of the City.
Dr. Thomas advised members that both the State of Delaware Department of Education, and the
Capital School District conducted an enrollment study. It is felt that the growth enrollment
predictions of the Capital School Districts are more realistic. He noted that an important fact is not
only with regards to growth but the need to modernize facilities for the Capital School District. He
stated that the State of Delaware estimates that within the next five (5) to ten (10) years, there would
be an increase of 6,300 to 6,400 and thereafter, the enrollment numbers would maintain; the Capital
School District estimated that there would be an additional 300-400 enrollment growth beyond ten
(10) years.
Mr. McGlumphy noted that many of the residents of the Second Council District are within the
Caesar Rodney School District. Responding, Dr. Thomas stated that the bulk of the Caesar Rodney
School District lies within Kent County boundaries. He is not aware of any action taken by the
Town of Camden regarding this concept.
Mr. Ruane questioned if there has been any analysis of the results of the surcharge as it relates to the
cost for a new home. Dr. Thomas stated that he is not aware of any analysis.
Responding to Council President Williams, Dr. Thomas explained that there are several issues that
drive the need for facilities: enrollment and programs and services provided to children. He
suggested that, considering education in general, over the past 30 years, there have been other factors
that have driven the need for additional space that are not relative to enrollment. He explained that
there is the issue of providing services to special needs children, as well as providing for full-day
kindergarten, and that these issues require additional space.
Mr. Thomas Keitel, Capital School District Board Member, advised members that there is no extra
empty classroom for kindergarten through fourth grade; therefore, any growth whatsoever puts a
binding pressure on the school district. He noted that there is now an extra concern with the
initiation of Pre-K. He stated that the current facilities of the Capital School District are inadequate
for the current student population.
In response to Mr. Shevock, Dr. Thomas stated that the County impact fee is collected only for
properties located outside of the City limits. If the proposed impact fee were instituted for the City,
he suggested that the impact fees collected for properties that are within another school district
would benefit that particular school district and not the Capital School District.
Mr. Hogan noted that the impact fee collected by the County provides for Polytech School District
as well. It was his opinion that if the City were to initiate the impact fee, there would need to be a
determination as to the amounts that would be assigned for each of the school districts: Capital,
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Caesar Rodney, and Polytech. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Dr. Thomas stated that as of the last report
provided by Kent County, they have collected $269,642.70 for Capital School District; however,
none of this money has been applied for by the Capital School District. He stated that the Board has
decided that the Capital School District would apply for the funds at such time as a referendum is
held for the construction of the new high school. He noted that the construction costs for the new
high school are currently estimated at $101M and that every year it is delayed, due to inflation and
construction costs, this amount will increase.
In reviewing the committee minutes of February 26, 2007, Mr. Slavin questioned the receipt of the
following information: 1) an opinion from the City Solicitor regarding any restriction in the City
Charter that would prohibit the City from adopting such an ordinance; 2) a determination as to
whether or not there is legislation that would require the State to grant the City authorization to
institute such a surcharge, noting that the County had to obtain such permission; and 3) a report from
staff in accordance with the motion. There being no objections, Mr. Slavin stated that no further
action would be taken regarding this request until such time that the requested information has been
provided to members.
Due to time constraints and there being no objections, Mr. Slavin deferred action on the Status of
Incentives for Downtown until the next committee meeting scheduled for February 25, 2008.
Mr. McGlumphy moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 7:04 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Timothy A. Slavin
Chairman
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee meeting was held on
February 12, 2008, at 12:00 noon with Chairwoman Russell presiding. Members present were
Mr. McGlumphy, Mr. Ruane, Mrs. Horsey, and Mr. Lewis.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. McGlumphy moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Ruane and unanimously
carried.
Animal Care and Control Service
During their meeting of January 15, 2008, members were provided an update by the City Manager
on the cost benefit analysis for providing animal control services by considering the elimination of
the City’s animal control officer and contracting with the SPCA. Members were advised that the
City Manager was in the process of finalizing the material for developing a final report to be
considered by members during a future meeting. As a result of several questions, it was suggested
that Mr. Goldwaithe, Executive Director of SPCA, be invited to meet with members.
Mr. DePrima reminded members that Mr. Goldwaithe was requested to provide members with
information regarding those services that are provided by the SPCA in Kent County and the City,
and an understanding of what services are provided to the City through the contract with the County
or State.
Mr. Goldwaithe advised members that there is no contract with Kent County and that the SPCA is
contracted by the State of Delaware to enforce the State Dog Law. There are two (2) contracts with
the State: one through DNREC, which handles the dog management control; and the Board of
Health, Department of Social Services, which handles rabies control (animal bites). Under the
State’s contract, Mr. Goldwaithe stated that those municipalities that already had their own animal
control laws and services were not included since it was their preference not to be included. The
only contract that the SPCA has with the City of Dover is for housing animals. The SPCA does
provide services to the City, on an hourly basis, when the animal control officer is not available or
when the Police Department requests assistance.
Responding to Mr. DePrima, Mr. Goldwaithe stated that DNREC continues to be responsible for dog
management control. There is a three (3) year plan, as a result of new legislation, that requires cities
and towns to pay for animal control through the County. He stated that beginning his year, DNREC
has paid half of the contract fees and that for the following years, the County will pay for all contract
fees; however, the program will continue to be managed through DNREC.
Mr. McGlumphy reminded members that staff was requested to conduct a cost benefit analysis for
providing animal control services by considering the elimination of the City’s animal control officer
and contracting with the SPCA. He requested Mr. Goldwaithe to provide his opinion regarding the
costs and services for outsourcing animal control and details regarding the services that are provided
by the SPCA that are not currently provided by the City. He noted that staff has suggested the
possibility of hiring additional animal control officers. In an attempt to control costs, he questioned
the benefits of the City hiring additional officers versus having the services provided by the SPCA.
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Mrs. Russell also requested details as to the types of training provided by the SPCA for their animal
control officers.
Mr. Goldwaithe stated that animal control officers for the SPCA are provided training through the
OGP Guidelines and state and national training conferences to obtain certification. The State of
Delaware does not currently require animal control officers to be certified as law enforcement
officers; however, these officers are certified for providing law enforcement services that are animal
related, such as warrants, arrests, prosecutions, etc. He explained that the SPCA is governed by the
Delaware Code to provide animal enforcement in the State of Delaware.
Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Goldwaithe stated that the animal control officers are required to
obtain National Certification, which authorizes them to administer tranquilizers. Animal control
officers would be required to obtain federal licenses for control and narcotics, explaining that the
SPCA is also an animal hospital. Only those officers that have obtained certification and their
department has acquired the required DDA licensing are permitted to administer tranquilizers.
Mr. DePrima stated his belief that training is available, at a minimal cost, for the City’s animal
control officers to obtain the certification and authorities for providing law enforcement services.
With regards to the tranquilizing, it was his feeling that the Police Department could obtain DDA
licensing.
In response to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Goldwaithe advised members that officers of the SPCA are
available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. He noted that he has provided the City’s Police
Department with three (3) different proposals for providing services to the City. A comparable to
the City’s current services, he stated that the SPCA could assign an officer specifically for the City,
7 days per week, 12 hours per day. He advised members that most complaints are received between
6:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and then 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Mr. Goldwaithe stated that, unlike the City,
the SPCA would not require a police officer to assist with any animal control issue, which eliminates
the need to take a law enforcement officer away from their duties. The SPCA provides all the animal
housing, which he estimated would take an hour trip for a City officer.
Regarding the proposals submitted to the Police Department, Mr. McGlumphy requested that
members be provided copies of the proposals. Mr. Goldwaithe indicated that the proposals consisted
of alternatives for 60 days, 90 days, and one (1) year.
Responding to Mr. DePrima, Mr. Goldwaithe stated that the SPCA responds to all animal
complaints, including cats. He advised members that last year, the SPCA responded to 55
complaints and 84 assists in the City. The SPCA took in 715 cats, 278 dogs, 7 exotics, and 2 goats,
and handled 10 wildlife cases.
Mr. DePrima noted that both the State of Delaware and Kent County pays the SPCA for animal
control services. The City of Dover residents pay State and County taxes; however, the residents are
not provided any of these services. When the SPCA responds to a City request, the City pays for this
service (hourly rate and flat fee for housing). It was his opinion that this is an unfair situation for
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the resident of Dover, explaining his opinion that the residents of Dover should be receiving services
equal to the County and State residents. He felt that, in essence, the City is subsidizing services in
the County since the City chose to have an animal control officer. Mr. DePrima further explained
that, due to the fact that the City does have an animal control officer, there is less burden for the
SPCA. He suggested that there should be a certain amount of services provided by the SPCA to the
residents of Dover since they too are taxpayers of the State and County. He stated that a part of the
cost benefit is analyzing why the City is required to pay extra for a service, when, in the County,
those residents are not required to pay for the service.
Responding, Mr. Goldwaithe advised members that the SPCA met with Police Chief Horvath and
Ms. Herman, Program Manager for DNREC, at which time the Police Chief indicated that the City
of Dover was not interested in the SPCA providing animal control services to the City. Therefore,
he explained that the City was not figured into the SPCA contract with the State of Delaware for dog
control. He assured members that this service is paid for; however, the costs were not included in
the contract with the State since the City did not want to be included.
Noting that the City was not included in the State’s contract relating to dog control, Mr. DePrima
noted that the City has contracted with the SPCA for additional services, such as housing for
animals, which he felt should be included in the State’s contract. Responding, Mr. Goldwaithe
suggested that if the City indicated a desire to have these services included in the contract with the
State, the contract would be developed accordingly. He noted that the SPCA is currently in the
second year of a three (3) year contract with the State. If desired, he suggested that the City meet
with Ms. Herman to determine if the City could be included in this regard and advised members that
the SPCA is in the process of submitting a contract to the City for the housing of animals.
In response to Mr. DePrima, Mr. Goldwaithe stated that the fees paid for dog licensing is credited
to the State for dog control. Mr. DePrima noted that there is no credit provided to the City for dog
licenses purchased by City residents; therefore, Dover residents pay for these services through taxes
as well as licensing.
Mrs. Horsey questioned which municipalities are provided animal control service by the SPCA.
Mr. Goldwaithe stated that the Towns of Milford and Smyrna have contracted with the SPCA for
animal control services. He stated that it would be necessary for the SPCA to add an additional
officer if they were to provide animal control services for the City of Dover.
For clarification regarding cat control, Mr. Goldwaithe explained that there are no current laws
regarding cats; however, the SPCA will provide assistance if a resident has a cat problem or there
is an indication that there are sick cats, due to the possibility of a rabies control issue.
Mrs. Russell suggested that members be provided the proposed contracts submitted to the City and
that the Police Chief and Mr. Goldwaithe attend the next committee meeting on March 11, 2008 to
further discuss this issue. As directed during the committee meeting of January 15, 2008,
Mr. McGlumphy noted that staff was requested to contact the City of Newark and Wilmington to
obtain information as to how they handle animal control within their jurisdiction and requested that
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this information also be provided to members during their next meeting. Mr. Ruane suggested that
the City Manager include his recommendation with regards to the Police Department in the final
report of the cost benefit analysis for providing animal control services. In order to allow for
appropriate review, Mrs. Russell reiterated the need to include all the information in the packet for
the meeting and that the information not be presented to members at the committee meeting.
Noting that another option has been presented to members, Mr. Ruane requested that the City
Manager’s report include the alternative of having the animal control services provided by the SPCA
through the State of Delaware contract, to be paid for by the resident through the licensing fees and
taxes paid to the State and County. For clarification, Mr. Goldwaithe indicated that the State’s
contract only provides for animal control services for dogs and wildlife.
Mr. Ruane suggested that the draft amendments to the City’s animal control ordinance be provided
to the representatives of SPCA for their review and comments. Due to the amount of time it has
taken in the development of this draft, he questioned if members wish to pursue the amendment, to
determine if he should continue to work on this project.
Responding, Mrs. Russell suggested that members have been delaying the consideration of the
proposed ordinance amendment for receipt of additional information, such as that which is being
obtained regarding the animal control services.
Updates
Members were provided the following updates:
Puncheon Run Watershed Action Team Update
Mr. Koenig, Public Services Director, indicated that no further action has been taken since the last
update; therefore, the next update will be provided to members during their meeting of
March 11, 2008. Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Koenig stated that he anticipates a meeting to be
held by the Puncheon Run Watershed Action Team prior to the committee’s meeting on March
11, 2008 and that members will follow-up on the recommendations of the URS Corporation that
were submitted to the Conservation District.
Mr. Koenig stated that he also requested that the concerns previously relayed by Mr. Ruane be
addressed regarding the flood plain of the Puncheon Run.
Mr. Ruane reiterated the importance of notifying residents due to the affect the results could have
on their obtaining insurance. He stated that the committee will be given the opportunity to be
supportive of recommendations to be forwarded to the General Assembly.
John W. Pitts Recreation Center
Mr. Carter, Director of Parks and Recreation, reviewed the update for the John W. Pitts Recreation
Center, and advised members that the opening is scheduled for March 2008; therefore, he stated that
this should be the last update provided to members.
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY
ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 12, 2008 PAGE 5
Responding to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Carter stated that once the building is completed, he would contact
her to schedule a tour of the facility for members of the Services for Seniors Committee. In response
to her request regarding the basketball team, Delaware Finest, Mr. Carter stated that there are no
other City facilities available to provide basketball courts and that the space at the new Center will
be made available for leasing.
Mr. Ruane requested that during the next committee meeting, staff be directed to provide members
an update on the status regarding the Schutte Park issue involving the Boys and Girls Club and the
CDSA, which was previously discussed by members.
Mr. Frank Tenusak, 880 Schoolhouse Lane, indicated his interest in additional facilities for residents.
He stated that he has found difficulty in locating a place for individuals who wish to play basketball,
exercise, etc., due to the facilities being rented and leased to groups. He suggested consideration of
public comments on what would be desired of the various facilities. Responding, Mrs. Russell
suggested that Mr. Tenusak attend the Services for Seniors Committee meeting tomorrow, which
was developed as a result of several of these same concerns.
Mr. Carter advised members that staff is continuing to meet with senior citizens in an attempt to
address their needs in this community relative to recreation, including the Senior Olympics.
Planning and Funding for New Library
Mr. Richard Thau, Library Director, provided an update on the planning and funding for the new
library.
Mr. Ruane requested that staff provide a brief financial report regarding the new library during future
updates.
Mr. Frank Tenusak, 880 Schoolhouse Lane, advised members of his involvement at the State level,
prior County meetings, and recent Library Commission meetings. Being supportive in the
development of library facilities, he was requested to participate in fund raising efforts. Having
attended a recent fund raising meeting, it was his feeling that prior to asking the public for
contributions for this cause, as well as other groups beyond the monies available from governments,
that the known status of the project be defined clearly as it applies specifically to the City of Dover.
He explained that although there have been studies conducted, it would behoove those involved in
the fund raising efforts to have information relative to the decisions made by Council regarding the
construction and funding for the new library. He also requested any documents that may exist that
specify the current status of the plans for the new library. Mr. Tenusak stated that this information
is critical so that when members approach the people for contributions and they have questions,
members will be able to respond.
Mr. Thau assured members that once the “team of consultants” has been acquired, their
responsibility would be to consolidate the project and clarify the elements therein in order for the
development of a cohesive plan.
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY
ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING OF FEBRUARY 12, 2008 PAGE 6
2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
Mr. Koenig, Public Services Director, reviewed the update on the Comprehensive Plan development
process for the 2008 Comprehensive Plan.
Mr. Ruane requested that staff provide members with a copy of the current Comprehensive Plan to
allow members the opportunity to better understand the various elements.
It was noted that staff would like to have determined at what point during this process they should
no longer accept applications to amend the current Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Koenig explained that
this deadline would allow staff to prepare a Comprehensive Plan to be submitted to the State in a
final format, without pending amendments. Staff recommended that a deadline of May 2, 2008 be
established for these applications. This would allow for Council to take action on the applications
in July, which aligns with the submission of the draft to the State for their review.
Mr. Ruane moved to recommend that a deadline of May 2, 2008 be established for accepting
applications for amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, as recommended by staff. The
motion was seconded by Mr. McGlumphy and unanimously carried.
Mr. Ruane noted that during the review of the previous Comprehensive Plan, the City Committees
were involved since there are certain elements of the Plan specific to their area of expertise. As an
example, he stated that the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee had a very significant role
in the development of the transportation section of the current Plan. He urged staff to schedule
meetings with the various committees to allow for their input and allow for the committee’s
priorities and goals to be included, as well as to obtain their support of the Plan.
In addition, Mr. DePrima suggested that the civilian committee members be invited to attend the
Planning Commission/Council Workshop scheduled for April.
Mr. McGlumphy moved for adjournment, seconded by Mrs. Horsey and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 1:24 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Sophia R. Russell
Chairwoman
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: Legislative, Finance & Administration AGENDA ITEM NO.: 02/25/2008
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: FIRE DATE SUBMITTED: 01/11/2008
PREPARED BY: Chief David Carey, City Manager
SUBJECT: Amendment to Robbins Hose Company Annual Contribution in the CIP to Reflect New Cost of
Engine 5 Replacement
REFERENCE:
RELATED PROJECT:
APPROVALS: Finance Director, City Manager
EXHIBITS: Modified CIP sheet
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED FY08/09 – FY11/12: $180,300 or $195,300 annually as explained below
AMOUNT BUDGETED IN CIP: $450,000 ($150,000 annually in FY 08/09, FY09/10 FY10/11).
FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): Fire CIP Page: Page 171
TIMETABLE: Upon modification of the CIP, equipment will be ordered; order and down payment of $5,000
must be in by February 27, 2008 to secure current prices. Estimated delivery would be the late 2008.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approval of amendment to Robbins Hose Company CIP sheet of the City
07/08 Budget, down payment of $5,000 and ordering of replacement Engine #5.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
In accordance with the CIP for next fiscal year the Dover Fire Department sent out a specification for a
replacement piece of fire apparatus to replace the current Engine 5 which is a 1989 Mack/Pierce. There is a
long delivery time for fire engines which require the order to be placed well in advance of the fiscal year.
Engine 5 is 19 years old and we currently have a 15 year replacement program. The current engine lacks
dependability which could jeopardize firefighter safety. The specification was sent out to four vendors,
American LaFrance, KME, Seagrave, and Pierce. Pierce was the only vendor to submit a proposal.
The proposal for the specification came in at a cost of $588,614. They also bid an optional cab which would
lower the cost to $539,299. The engine committee chose to go with the optional cab and also deleted several
safety items to bring the truck close to the City’s projected budget (CIP). That price is $512,764, inflating for a
3% maximum change order limit the price is $528,146. To finance this option over three years (using current
market rates) would translate into a loan payment of $180,300 for a total financed cost of $540,900.
The Fire Chief wants Council to be aware of the following crash safety options : Advanced ABS System, Tire
Pressure Management System, Seat Belt Alarms, Side Roll Protection, Additional LED Warning Lights on Cab
Doors (exit), Insta Chains, and Frontal Impact. These would bring the cost to $555,478 including the 3%
maximum change order limit. To finance this option over three years (using current market rates) would
translate into a loan payment of $195,300 for a total financed cost of $585,900.
Research was completed to determine if the City paid for the truck being replaced. The files are not complete;
however we were able to determine $120,000 of City monies were used to pay for the 1989 Mack.
* The payments are subject to change based on prevailing interest rates at time of financing.
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City of Dover Annual Contribution to
Robbins Hose Company
FISCAL YEAR: 2008 - 2012
PROJECT NO: n/a
CATEGORY: General
DEPARTMENT: Fire
DEPT. RANKING: 2
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This contribution covers payments to the Robbins Hose Company to cover the Major Fire Apparatus
Replacement Plan and the annual mortgage payment for Station #2.
NEED, JUSTIFICATION, BENEFIT: The annual mortgage payment is based on an earlier agreement that the City has with the
Robbins Hose Company. The Major Fire Apparatus Replacement Plan ensures loan payments for replacement according to a
schedule which guarantees equipment will not be outdated and unserviceable. This plan is based on replacing one of the
Company's five engines and one rescue vehicle every three years which would put the average replacement age at 18 years.
The two ladder trucks would be replaced every 15 years depending on condition and current needs. This schedule would reduce
overall maintenance costs because fire apparatus would be replaced before major problems occur. By providing the Robbins
Hose Company with the needed payments for the Major Fire Apparatus Replacement Plan, the Robbins Hose Company will be
enabled to pay for a $5.5 million door rehabilitation of the Company Headquarters on Governors Avenue. This renovation is
designed to handle 25 years of growth of the company and would preclude any need for an additional fire station in Dover. The
Robbins Hose Company will also cover costs associated with miscellaneous apparatus and equipment such as command units,
utility vehicles, and large hose replacement.
CONSEQUENCES OF DELAYING OR ELIMINATING THIS PROJECT: increased maintenance costs; possibility of not meeting
ISO requirements and NFPA standards
THIS PROJECT IS RELATED TO THE FOLLOWING: n/a
EXPLANATION OF IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET: n/a
TIME-LINE/CURRENT STATUS:
Fiscal Year 2007-2008 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011 2011-2012 2012-2013 TOTALS
Mtge Stat. #2 35,000 $ 35,000
Ladder 1 (2001) 70,000 $ 70,000
Ladder 2 (1993) 92,910 92,910 92,910 92,910 92,910 92,910 $ 557,460
Engine 4 (1989) $ -
Engine 5 (1989) 180,300 180,300 180,300 $ 540,900
Engine 7 (1997) 160,000 160,000 $ 320,000
Totals $ 197,910 $ 273,210 $ 273,210 $ 273,210 $ 252,910 $ 252,910 $ 1,523,360
COMMENTS: None
FIVE-YEAR COST BREAKDOWN SCHEDULE:
Prior to 2008 FY 2008 FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 TOTAL
Planning and Design
Land
Construction
Miscellaneous Equipment 197,910 273,210 273,210 273,210 252,910 252,910 1,523,360
Other
TOTAL 197,910 273,210 273,210 273,210 252,910 252,910 1,523,360
FINANCING:
Prior to 2008 FY 2008 FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 TOTAL
General Fund 197,910 273,210 273,210 273,210 252,910 252,910 1,523,360
TOTAL 197,910 273,210 273,210 273,210 252,910 252,910 1,523,360
IMPACT ON OPERATING BUDGET:
Description Prior to 2008 FY 2008 FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 TOTAL
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From: DePrima, Tony
Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 3:52 PM
To: McDowell, Traci
Subject: Evaluation of Engine #5 Bid by Peter Gregg
The following is Pete Gregg's evaluation of the Fire Truck bid. Please include this in the LFA packet
for next meeting thanks.
Tony,
I have reviewed the Pierce submission for the Pumper. I have also contacted the vendors who did not
submit a bid. Please keep in mind that I am not a functional expert on Fire Trucks.
All documents were submitted by Singer Associates as required by the bid instructions. The bid
submitted the Pierce truck met, almost exactly, all the requirements of the vehicle
specifications. Therefore the Pierce should be considered as a responsive and responsible bidder.
When only one bid is received, my advise to all Department Heads is paraphrased from Delaware
Code, Title 29 which states if only one response is received, an award may be made to the single
bidder if the Department determines that the price received is fair and reasonable and other
prospective bidders had a reasonable opportunity to respond, or, there is not adequate time for re-
solicitation. If the bid is rejected, they may solicit new bids or cancel the proposed procurement.
I received and email from Rick Strauss, Vice President of DPC Emergency Equipment, Sales
representative for American La France. I will forward it to you for your review. I also spoke to Rob
Mortka from Emergency Products Inc, representative of Seagrave, and Skip Stringer from James B.
Hunt MFG Co, representative of KME. They all stated that they did not bid because the specification
was proprietary and only a Pierce truck could meet all of the requirements. I can not verify this claim.
Only someone knowledgeable about the details of this type of vehicle would know. It is the
responsibility of the specification author to ensure that the specification is not restrictive.
If this specification had been bid through me, following the City of Dover Purchasing Policy, I believe
that we would have had the same result. I will forward any emails I receive on this subject as I get
them.
Please let me know if you need anything else from me on this matter. I want to state that Chief David
Carey was extremely cooperative and provided answers to all my questions. It was a pleasure working
with him on this review.
Pete
Peter K. Gregg
Contract and Procurement Manager
City of Dover
(302) 736-7795
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Dover City Manager
P.O.Box 475
Dover, Delaware 19903
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Gomes, Linda
To: Mitchell, Donna
Subject: RE: Dover Fire Department Bid
Mitchell, Donna
From: Rob Mortka [mailto:rob@emergencyproductsinc.com]
Sent: Friday, February 22, 2008 11:20 AM
To: Mitchell, Donna
Subject: Fw: Dover Fire Department Bid
----- Original Message -----
From: Rob Mortka
To: Gregg, Peter
Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 7:12 PM
Subject: Re: Dover Fire Department Bid
Pete,
Thanks for the opportunity, and I hope this will assist in your Endeavour.
It is fact, by virtue of the postage date on the envelope, that it was mailed on the 11th of December, certified. I
believe our offices received it no later than the 14th, you should be able to validate that with the certification of
receipt. However, I am comfortable stating that it was on my desk by that date.
The cover letter inside is dated the 10th of December, additionally, it states that the bids were due back no later
than the 31st (Noon). If I had begun to work on it immediately, that would give me 16 days for a turnaround.
However, what needs to be taken into account is that we have six (6) days off the bat, that are either Saturdays or
Sundays, days traditionally not worked, so now we are down to 10. Out of those 10, two of the days were holiday,
the 24th and 25th, now we are at 8. Say what you want, but when the calendar falls the way it does, the whole
nation takes advantage of the four day holiday, especially Christmas.
Eight days. Hardly not enough time, even if you have the inside track. I am sure you are aware of the time it takes
just to turn a bond around! I (Reality is seven, cant work the day it is due!)
On page 2 of the specifications, there is a requirement for the unit to be delivered by the 31st of October. An
approximate 10 month turnaround. Penalty would ensue for everyday there after. The statement is very bold with
no consideration for the details of a contract to be worked out and some pre-approvals that are customary in our
business. My guess is that Pierce Mfg. having the lead, would have all of these details already worked out, so
they could commit to the timeline. The remaining boilerplate pages up to page 7, are indicative of items that I
have seen in the past in an effort to exclude as many builders as possible.
The technical portion, specific to the apparatus itself, there are items in there that are proprietary. Examples are;
Page 8, "Front Non Drive Axle", calls for a suspension to be a "TAK-4" with a registered trade mark. This is
indicative of a product that only Pierce provides. True there are other independent suspensions out there, but it is
specific.
Page 19, eight paragraph, states for the cab access steps to be automatic, drop down when the door opens and
to stow when the door is closed. An option only available by Pierce with their "Quantum" cab version.
Page 29, "Frontal Impact Protection", even though I cannot argue when it comes to safety, but as of the
distribution, Pierce was the only one to offer this.
Page 63, "Pump", the configuration calls for a mounting system to be located under the crew cab, a design that
Pierce just recently introduced in April of ' 07 with their "Husky" foam system.
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I tried to focus on the items that are truly proprietary, there are more, but I hope this gives you and idea.
In summary, I could not meet the intent in seven days and turn around a bonafide proposal.
I close with this. If your intent is to buy a Ford, then you surely do not go to the Chevy dealer and furnish him with
a list of options that you know he cannot comply with. There are ethical and savvy ways to get what you want and
prove the worthiness as to why more money should be spent vs. accepting the lowest bid. One of the problems
that plagues us today is that the fire service, hero's that they are, have come to expect too much and do not want
to place the effort in justifying their need.
Respectfully,
Rob Mortka
President EPI
----- Original Message -----
From: Gregg, Peter
To: rob@emergencyproductsinc.com
Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 9:18 AM
Subject: Dover Fire Department Bid
Rob,
I have been tasked with a review of the recent Dover Fire Department Bid for a Multipurpose Emergency
Response Vehicle that was sent to Emergency Products Inc on December 11, 2008. Please respond to this
email and let me know why your company, representing Seagrave, elected not to bid.
Thanks you
Peter K. Gregg
Contract and Procurement Manager
City of Dover
(302) 736-7795
Fax (302) 736-7178
pgregg@dover.de.us
www.cityofdover.com
2/22/2008
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Gomes, Linda
To: Mitchell, Donna
Subject: RE: Truck Purchase
Mitchell, Donna
From: Rick Strauss [mailto:rickstrauss@dpcemergency.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 3:48 PM
To: Mitchell, Donna
Subject: FW: Truck Purchase
fyi..read below
Rick Strauss
Vice President
DPC Emergency Equipment
302-492-1245 phone
302-492-1340 fax
302-242-1693 cell
From: Rick Strauss [mailto:rickstrauss@dpcemergency.com]
Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 4:31 PM
To: 'pgregg@dover.de.us'
Cc: 'adamjarrell@dpcemergency.com'
Subject: Truck Purchase
Pete,
Dover FD sent us a proprietary spec back in December asking us for a price. We were never given any chance at
demo, meet with truck committee, etc. We were also only given a little over 2 weeks when 1 month is pretty much
standard. We were simply given a spec and asked to bid. After looking at the spec and realizing that no
exceptions were allowed, we determined it was not in our interest to bid. Given the amount of work involved with a
truck bid, when a department will not even meet with you to discuss the bid, it is over 98% guaranteed to be a
losing effort.
Dover FD never once contacted us asking if we had plans to bid and honestly, we didn't make much effort given
the bid environment. We were never asked why we didn't bid, nor did we offer. We would be more than willing to
sit with you and go over the bid spec pointing out what is proprietary. I actually enjoy reviewing trucks specs for
that purpose much more than for bid purposes. As an owner of DPC, I am more concerned about a fair process
than I am about whether or not we are awarded the bid. Our business is solely based on integrity and I hope to
never lose that focus. Customers should take the time to educate themselves as to what they are buying and how
to bid fairly and effectively. Most simply do not appreciate the time and resources it takes to put a proper truck bid
together. Most truck dealers attempt to get their spec as the only acceptable spec to guarantee themselves a
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sale. We prefer open bids where the bidder who best meets the spec for the price is successful. Price is not
always the deciding factor, but should play a major role in that decision. Service should also play a major role.
We switched brands to Rosenbauer America on Jan 19, 2008. ALF had been having internal issues (not product
issues) for over a year with no end in sight. We decided to explore other options and had actively been looking at
several manufacturers since last Nov. We continued our operations as usual in all bid cases and left ALF 1 week
before they filed.
The ALF bankruptcy took us by surprise on Jan 28, 2008...long after the bid closing date
There are many other variables which ultimately lead to us choosing to bid Dover or other accounts and I will
gladly explain if interested. We have some pretty extensive exposure to municipal purchasing at several other
departments - PG County MD, Baltimore County MD, Fairfax County VA, etc.
Please feel free to call.
FYI...We will have a Rosenbauer demo here this Friday, Fed 22 for about 1 month and would be more than willing
to show the truck.
Rick Strauss
Vice President
DPC Emergency Equipment
302-492-1245 phone
302-492-1340 fax
302-242-1693 cell
2/22/2008
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CITY OF DOVER
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY BUDGET REPORT
JANUARY 2008
PREPARED BY: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
PLEASE NOTE – THIS REPORT PROVIDES TOP LINE INFORMATION ON THE THREE MAJOR
OPERATING FUNDS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE FEEL
FREE TO CONTACT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Budget Report
JANUARY 2008
Strategic Objectives for Fiscal Year 2007 – 2008
1. Coordinate audit program with the Legislative, Finance & Administrative Committee. Meet all
deadlines as established in the audit program.
2. Test of internal controls by the auditor. Not to exceed the tolerable rate established by the
auditor’s by more than five (5) percent.
3. Utilizing Fortis, scan 10% of files/documents into an electronic database.
4. Conduct an internal control risk assessment.
ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY07 – YTD FY08 – YTD
Bank Trends
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 78,646,517 $ 86,208,014
Number of Bank Accounts 27 28
Payroll:
Number of Pay Periods 16 15
Number of Payroll Checks 6,718 6,636
Number of Pension Checks 1,538 1,553
Total Gross Payroll $ 11,399,154 $ 11,338,202
Total Pension Payments $ 2,306,601 $ 2,374,109
Total Overtime $ 434,921 $ 428,678
Accounts Payable:
Number of Vouchers 4,422 5,095
Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 15,066,571 $ 21,361,218
Wire Transfers $ 57,888,275 $ 62,269,687
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – January 2008
General Fund Summary
58% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Receipts
Beginning Balance $ 3,542,086 $ 3,912,270 $ (370,184) 110.5%
Court of Chancery Fees 761,000 445,860 315,140 58.6%
Fines & Police Revenues 1,182,169 571,538 610,631 48.3%
Franchise Fees 422,000 226,749 195,251 53.7%
Grants 97,440 54,948 42,492 56.4%
Intrafund Services 4,899,522 2,489,740 2,409,782 50.8%
Library & Recreation Revenues 531,297 426,951 104,346 80.4%
Licenses & Permits 2,547,343 2,296,920 250,423 90.2%
Property Taxes 9,453,511 10,043,852 (590,341) 106.2%
Sanitation Revenues 1,361,411 844,722 516,689 62.0%
Other Miscellaneous Revenues 372,363 291,505 80,858 78.3%
Transfers-In from Other Accounts & Utilities
Civil Traffic Penalties 500,000 269,654 230,346 53.9%
Municipal Street Aid Fund 660,000 475,075 184,925 72.0%
Transfer Taxes 2,650,222 2,133,498 516,724 80.5%
Parkland Reserve 1,987,200 2,132,370 (145,170) 107.3%
Water/Wastewater Fund 565,000 606,780 (41,780) 107.4%
Electric Fund 6,601,269 2,650,317 3,950,952 40.1%
Total $ 38,133,833 $ 29,872,749 $ 8,261,084 78.3%
Expenditures
City Clerk & Council $ 422,893 $ 192,669 $ 230,224 45.6%
Mayor, City Manager & Human Resources 1,271,498 602,193 669,305 47.4%
Police & Police Extra Duty 11,795,705 6,432,173 5,363,532 54.5%
Public Works 4,663,483 2,382,476 2,281,007 51.1%
Central Services 2,467,120 1,359,758 1,107,362 55.1%
Planning & Inspections 1,529,503 769,388 760,115 50.3%
Finance, Info Tech & Customer Services 2,772,642 1,501,511 1,271,131 54.2%
Library & Recreation 1,849,341 952,655 896,686 51.5%
Fire 644,773 324,135 320,638 50.3%
Assessor 332,606 118,564 214,042 35.6%
Debt Service 437,468 437,468 - 100.0%
Insurance 546,857 266,585 280,272 48.7%
Retirees' Health Care 683,321 433,266 250,055 63.4%
Street Lights 575,000 530,675 44,325 92.3%
Provision for Uncollectibles 10,000 10,000 - 100.0%
Transfers Out
Pension Fund 89,850 89,850 - 100.0%
Pension COLA 44,925 44,925 - 100.0%
Contingency Reserve 34,500 34,500 - 100.0%
Library Reserve 399,350 399,350 - 100.0%
Capital Projects Fund 4,680,362 3,632,370 1,047,992 77.6%
Budget Bal-Working Capital 2,882,636 - 2,882,636 0.0%
Total $ 38,133,833 $ 20,514,511 $ 17,619,322 53.8%
Reserve Balances
Contingency $ 711,180 $ 697,156
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – January 2008
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
58% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Beginning Bal-Water $ 2,037,928 $ 2,190,178 $ (152,250) 107.5%
Beginning Bal-Wastewater 1,289,956 1,092,601 197,355 84.7%
Beginning Bal-Kent Co Sewer Adj. (1,109,481) (1,198,201) 88,720 108.0%
Water Fees 4,371,900 2,636,207 1,735,693 60.3%
Water Tank Leases 242,798 189,391 53,407 78.0%
Wastewater Fees 2,508,600 1,555,366 953,234 62.0%
Impact Fees 746,500 577,370 169,130 77.3%
Kent County Treatment Fees 4,264,357 2,476,840 1,787,517 58.1%
Miscellaneous 188,750 113,600 75,150 60.2%
Total $ 14,541,308 $ 9,633,352 $ 4,907,956 66.2%
Expenses
Engineering & Inspection $ 646,464 $ 292,707 $ 353,757 45.3%
Water 956,975 498,781 458,194 52.1%
Water Treatment Plant 968,057 492,240 475,817 50.8%
Wastewater 1,159,137 457,988 701,149 39.5%
Water Meter Reading 63,293 37,052 26,241 58.5%
Construction & Inspection 521,595 249,501 272,094 47.8%
Kent County Treatment Fees 4,065,467 2,151,608 1,913,859 52.9%
Retiree’s Health Care 113,730 67,805 45,925 59.6%
Debt Service 180,877 116,903 63,974 64.6%
Intrafund Services 1,363,424 642,077 721,347 47.1%
Transfers Out
General Fund 565,000 565,000 - 100.0%
Water/Wastewater I & E Fund 3,435,800 1,000,000 2,435,800 29.1%
Impact Fee Reserve 384,650 - 384,650 0.0%
Pension COLA 10,200 10,200 - 100.0%
Pension Unfunded Liability 20,400 20,400 - 100.0%
Budget Bal-Working Capital - Water 430,356 - 430,356 0.0%
Budget Bal-Working Capital - WW 566,474 - 566,474 0.0%
Budget Bal-Working Capital - KSA (910,591) - (910,591) 0.0%
Total $ 14,541,308 $ 6,602,262 $ 7,939,046 45.4%
Reserve Balances
Contingency-Water $ 112,818 $ 111,213
Contingency-Wastewater $ 127,221 $ 124,271
Impact Fee Reserve NO BUDGET $ 2,550,085
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.20) 2.06 * 4.47
* High ratio attributed to lower Debt Service Requirement and timing of expenses/transfers.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – January 2008
Electric Revenue Fund Summary
58% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Beginning Balance $ 7,822,873 $ 7,627,419 $ 195,454 97.5%
Sales to Customers 93,516,294 57,216,187 36,300,107 61.2%
Utility Tax 1,599,100 1,016,140 582,960 63.5%
Weyandt Hall Rents 186,816 77,484 109,332 41.5%
Miscellaneous Revenues 2,479,250 2,142,991 336,259 86.4%
Duke Contract Revenue 800,000 - 800,000 0.0%
Intrafund Service Receipts Water/Wastewater 267,483 99,552 167,931 37.2%
Total $ 106,671,816 $ 68,179,773 $ 38,492,043 63.9%
Expenses
Power Supply & Generation
Power Supply $ 60,764,531 $ 31,842,325 $ 28,922,206 52.4%
Power Supply Management/Incentive 3,255,038 1,674,488 1,580,550 51.4%
Capacity Charges 11,493,950 7,234,546 4,259,404 62.9%
PJM Charges - Load 2,684,707 5,067,668 (2,382,961) 188.8%
Total Power Supply 78,198,226 45,819,027 32,379,199 58.6%
Plant Operations 6,258,151 2,842,553 3,415,598 45.4%
Generation Fuels 2,858,979 1,986,288 872,691 69.5%
Capacity Credits (11,933,536) (7,029,343) (4,904,193) 58.9%
PJM Credits (3,696,990) (2,445,601) (1,251,389) 66.2%
Total Generation (6,513,396) (4,646,103) (1,867,293) 71.3%
Total Power Supply & Plant 71,684,830 41,172,924 30,511,906 57.4%
Electric Operating Divisions
Transmission/Distribution 3,541,793 1,845,845 1,695,948 52.1%
Electrical Engineering 1,806,923 809,984 996,939 44.8%
Administration 744,423 361,558 382,865 48.6%
Meter Reading 318,995 174,408 144,587 54.7%
Systems Operations 464,503 291,282 173,221 62.7%
Utility Tax 1,599,100 1,016,140 582,960 63.5%
Interest on Deposits 35,000 29,313 5,687 83.8%
Retirees Health Care 464,620 293,143 171,477 63.1%
Accounts Receivable Write-Offs 100,000 100,000 - 100.0%
Green Energy Payment to DEMEC 134,350 83,839 50,511 62.4%
Debt Service 3,379,104 1,423,670 1,955,434 42.1%
Intrafund Services 3,803,581 1,947,214 1,856,367 51.2%
Inventory write-offs 100,000 100,000 - 100.0%
Transfers Out
Electric Improvement & Extention Fund 2,925,000 2,925,000 - 100.0%
General Fund 6,601,269 2,650,317 3,950,952 40.1%
Pension COLA 19,875 19,875 - 100.0%
Pension Unfunded Liability 39,750 39,750 - 100.0%
Rate Stabilization Reserve 1,000,000 1,000,000 - 100.0%
Budget Bal. - Work. Capital 7,908,700 - 7,908,700 0.0%
Total $ 106,671,816 $ 56,284,262 $ 50,387,554 52.8%
Reserve Balances
Contingency Reserve $ 878,652 $ 869,166
Insurance Reserve $ 360,500 $ 360,434
Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 1,397,981 $ 1,400,498
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.25) 2.06 4.43
Purchased/Generated MWh 787,788 471,772
All In MWh Supply & Generation $ 90.995 $ 87.538
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – January 2008
General Capital Project Fund Summary
58% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Transfer from General Fund for Projects $ 4,680,362 $ 3,632,370 $ 1,047,992 77.6%
Gifts/Donations (1) - 83,000 (83,000) 0.0%
Interest Earnings - 20,468 (20,468) 0.0%
Total $ 4,680,362 $ 3,735,838 $ 944,524 79.8%
Expenses
Tax Assessor $ 45,000 $ 49,019 $ (4,019) 108.9%
Fire 282,910 180,235 102,675 63.7%
Grounds Maintenance 129,913 - 129,913 0.0%
Recreation 2,135,700 1,349,346 786,354 63.2%
Inspections 96,000 - 96,000 0.0%
Police 343,720 24,902 318,818 7.2%
Streets 511,000 403,843 107,157 79.0%
Sanitation 502,800 - 502,800 0.0%
City Manager 10,300 867 9,433 8.4%
Information Technology 367,400 41,326 326,074 11.2%
Public Services - Administration 40,100 - 40,100 0.0%
Facilities Management 59,800 28,641 31,159 47.9%
Central Services 21,000 - 21,000 0.0%
Fleet Maintenance 34,719 9,086 25,633 26.2%
Current Year Balance - Projects 100,000 - 100,000 0.0%
Total $ 4,680,362 $ 2,087,265 $ 2,593,097 44.6%
Capital Asset Replacement Reserve NO BUDGET $ 168,542
Library Reserve $ 1,909,820 $ 2,443,409
Parkland/Recreation $ 825 $ 107,966
(1) J.W. Pitts Rec.Center Donation-Beiser-West Family 75,000
Delaware Community Foundation 8,000
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – January 2008
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
58% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Beginning Balance-Water $ 827 $ 252,728 $ (251,901) 0.0%
Beginning Balance-Wastewater 16,502 230,956 (214,454) 0.0%
State Grant (Homeland Security) & Other 140,000 - 140,000 0.0%
Interest Earned 22,000 18,325 3,675 83.3%
Transfer from Water Operating Fund for Water 2,660,500 770,000 1,890,500 28.9%
Transfer from Wastewater Operating Fund for Wastewater 775,300 230,000 545,300 29.7%
Transfer from Impact Fee Reserve 850,000 1,524 848,476 0.2%
Total $ 4,465,129 $ 1,536,883 $ 2,928,246 34.4%
Expenses
Engineering & Inspection $ 52,000 $ - $ 52,000 0.0%
Water 2,237,476 482,558 1,754,918 21.6%
Wastewater 1,496,250 167,395 1,328,855 11.2%
Water Treatment Plant 17,700 - 17,700 0.0%
Water Meter Reading 5,648 - 5,648 0.0%
Water Construction 39,450 - 39,450 0.0%
Budget Bal-Working Capital - Water 453,001 - 453,001 0.0%
Budget Bal-Working Capital - WasteWater 163,604 - 163,604 0.0%
Total $ 4,465,129 $ 649,953 $ 3,815,176 14.6%
Reserve Balances
Capital Asset Replacement - Water $ 1,129,699 $ 1,131,519
Capital Asset Replacement - Wastewater $ 534,142 $ 532,480
City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – January 2008
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund Summary
58% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Beginning Balance $ 13,954 $ 1,382,772 $ (1,368,818) 0.0%
Interest Earnings 160,000 37,481 122,519 23.4%
State Reimbursement for Projects 710,318 - 710,318 0.0%
Transfer from Electric Revenue Fund 2,925,000 2,925,000 - 100.0%
Transfer from Depreciation Fund 4,288,392 - 4,288,392 0.0%
Bond Issue 2008 19,500,000 - 19,500,000 0.0%
Total $ 27,597,664 $ 4,345,253 $ 23,252,411 15.7%
Expenses
Power Plant $ 377,000 $ 320,877 $ 56,123 85.1%
Transmission/Distribution 1,634,250 916,333 717,917 56.1%
Electrical Engineering 16,046,710 2,659,170 13,387,540 16.6%
Administration 8,000 25,498 (17,498) 318.7%
Meter Reading 28,241 - 28,241 0.0%
Budget Bal. - Work. Capital 153,463 - 153,463 0.0%
Budget Bal. Bond - Work. Capital 9,350,000 - 9,350,000 0.0%
Total $ 27,597,664 $ 3,921,878 $ 23,675,786 14.2%
Reserve Balances
Depreciation Reserve $ 9,737,808 $ 13,888,874
Future Capacity Reserve $ 9,294,070 $ 9,192,896
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Dover Police Department
Monthly Report
To
Mayor & City Council
“To Protect and Serve”
January 2008
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February 13, 2008
Honorable Carleton E. Carey, Sr., Mayor
Members of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Carey and Council Members:
The following is the report on Police Department activities for the month of January 2008:
COMPLAINTS 3,600
Total complaints received through January 31st, 3,000
2,389 2,369 2,467 2,396 2,344
numbered 2,344. This is a decrease of 52
complaints over the same time period for last year. 2,400
1,800
1,200
600
0
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
161 161
100
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
80 Cases Reported in
January
60
Cases Cleared in
40 January
20 Cases Cleared from
20 10 Previous Months
3 3 1 1
0
0
Burglary Robbery Rape
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Report to Mayor and Council
January 2008
Page 2
QUALITY OF LIFE TASK FORCE ENFORCEMENT ACTION ARRESTS
ABANDONED VEHICLES 10
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS 24
ASSIST OTHER 32
WARRANTS ON FILE 0
BIKE ON SIDEWALK 0
CITY PARK VIOLATIONS 3
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 42
DRUG RELATED ARRESTS 35
LOUD MUSIC 6
MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS 16
PARKING VIOLATIONS 19
COLLECTION OF DELINQUENT DCO’S 0
PEDDLER 0
PROSTITUTION 0
WANTED CHECKS/CPC’S 8
WARNINGS/TRAFFIC ARRESTS 77
FUGITIVE 27
TOTAL ARRESTS 299
2,000 1,663 1,599 TRAFFIC ARRESTS
1,541 1,477
1,600 1,292
The department issued 1,477 traffic citations through this
1,200 reporting period. This is an increase of 185 citations over the
number issued during the same period last year.
800
400
0
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
300
199 180
173
200 167
TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS 145
Through January 31st, Dover Police investigated 145 traffic 100
accidents. This is a decrease of 35 accidents investigated during
the same period last year.
0
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
18%
911 Calls
Administrative
911 CENTER
Calls
During the month of January, our 911 Center handled a total of
82%
9,936 calls averaging 321 calls per day. Dispatchers handled
1,826 calls on the 911 lines, an average of 59 calls per day.
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Report to Mayor and Council
January 2008
Page 3
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & BASIC LIFE SUPPORT DIVISION:
Prime Care Medical Transport, Inc. responded to 10%
463 emergency calls in January, resulting in 345
patient transports. The average response time from
Transports
dispatch by 911 to arrival on scene was 8 minutes 23%
and 0 seconds. Additional units responded to 50 of No Transport
the 463 calls.
67% Additional Units
1,600 CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS
1,200 919 Through January 31st, we issued 919 city ordinance
935
840 summons an increase of 79 summons over January of
688 688
800 last year. *Note: of those summonses issued in January ,
584 493 551
433 456 23 were issued for handicapped parking violations, 34
400 for fire lane parking violations, 19 for false alarms (13
for 3-5 alarms, 6 for 6-9 alarms, 0 for 10-15 alarms, and
0 for 16 or more alarms) and 13 for noise violations (8
0 for vehicle violations and 5 for residence violations).
2004 2005 2006 2007 2008
ISSUED PAID
Listed below are the major crimes and activities that occurred during the month of January:
• On January 16, 2008, Detectives arrested two subjects for the robbery of the Valero Gas Station which occurred
on November 2, 2007. The arrests came as a result of a tip from the Delaware Crime stoppers. Both defendants
were charged with Robbery 1st, Wearing a disguise during the commission of a felon, Poss. of a Deadly
Weapon during the commission of a felony, Conspiracy.
• On January 20, 2008, Dover Officers responded to a residence on Willis Road to investigate a burglary
complaint. While in the residence, child pornography was observed inside one of the bedrooms. A search
warrant was obtained and executed. As a result one subject was arrested on 19 counts of Child Pornography.
• On January 23, 2008, Dover Officers responded to a report of suspicious activity in the parking lot of Cedar
Chase Apartments. The caller reported a suspect was sitting in a vehicle with its trunk open next to the
construction site of the Hilton Garden Inn. Two other subjects were seen carrying bags and cases from the
construction area towards the vehicle. Upon arrival of the police the two subjects fled the area, but the third
subject was detained and arrested on multiple charges. The property taken was recovered and returned to the
owner. The juvenile defendant was charged with Burglary 3rd, Theft, Conspiracy 2nd and Criminal Mischief.
• On January 26, 2008, Detectives were alerted to the possibility that a twenty-six year old man was having
sexual relations with a juvenile female victim. The incidents occurred over the course of two months at a
residence located at Dover East Mobile Home Park. The subject was arrested and charged with 6 counts of
Rape 3rd, 6 counts of Sexual Solicitation of a Minor and 1 count of Dangerous Crime against a Child.
• On January 27, 2008, two subjects entered the Little Grocer Convenience store located on E. Division Street
and demanded money from the clerk. One of the subjects produced a sawed off shotgun which led to a physical
confrontation between the subjects and the clerk working the counter. The clerk refused the subjects demand for
money, instead grabbing the shotgun and pulling it away from the subject. Once the clerk had established
control of the shotgun both subjects fled the store. The investigation is continuing at this time.
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Report to Mayor and Council
January 2008
Page 4
Major crimes and activities that occurred during the month of January continued:
• On January 29, 2008, two subjects forced their way into a home and confronted the residents with handguns.
The subjects physically assaulted the residents. One of the victims was able to identify one of the subjects and
warrants were obtained. The investigation ultimately revealed the identity of the second subject. Both suspects
have been arrested and charged with multiple offenses.
• On January 29, 2008, officers from the Drugs, Vice, and Organized Crime Section, T.A.C., and SORT assisted
the Delaware State Police in the apprehension of two suspects who were staying at a residence on Division
Street. The two suspects were wanted for a homicide which occurred in Camden on January 27, 2008.
• On January 30, 2008, officers from the Drugs, Vice, and Organized Crime Section executed a search warrant at
a residence on Paul Street. As a result of the search warrant, a small amount of marijuana and cocaine was
seized along with three shotguns and a .22 rifle. The resident was arrested in connection with drugs and
weapons charges.
• On January 30, 2008 officers of the Quality of Life Task Force responded to the West Division Street regarding
a complaint of prostitution. Upon arrival, the officers observed the suspect vehicle behind a local business.
Officers then contacted the subject who was exiting the passenger side of the vehicle. Through investigation it
was discovered that the subject agreed to engage in sexual contact for money. The subject was arrested and
charged with 1 count of Prostitution while within 1000 feet of a church and 1 count of Loitering.
• On January 31, 2008 the Department held our Promotion and Award Ceremony. Mark Hoffman and Kevin
Streadwick were promoted to the rank of Patrolman First Class. The department also recognized several
citizens, Ms. Rochelle Ross, Mr. Thorton Spellman, and Mr. Marvin Parker were given a life saving award.
They were responsible for rescuing Mr. Ricky Mayhall who was trapped at the bottom of an 8 foot deep
drainage ditch in the muddy water for approximately 4 hours. Mr. Andrew Littleton was given a Distinguished
Citizen Award for detaining a purse snatcher until police could arrive. Numerous officers and civilians were
awarded commendations. Ptlm. Peter Martinek was recognized as Officer of the Year for 2007 while Mrs.
Karen Hudson was recognized as Civilian of the Year for 2007.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jeffrey Horvath
Chief of Police
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Monthly Report
January 2008
Office of City Assessor
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City of Dover
Assessor's Monthly Report
Fiscal Year 2008
Property Tax Assessments and Collections
Assessed Value Senior State Assessment Taxable Taxes Billing Adjusted Total Tax Taxes
Month Before Exemptions Exemptions Exemptions Adjustments Value Levied Adjustments Billing Collections Outstanding
July $ 3,263,240,475 $ (17,041,800) $ (348,051,300) $ 2,079,900 $ 2,900,227,275 $ 9,479,274 $ (48,106) $ 9,431,168 $ 7,250,825 $ 2,313,238
August 3,265,320,375 (17,041,800) (348,051,300) 7,085,300 $ 2,907,312,575 - 35,704 $ 9,466,872 1,508,441 841,701
September 3,272,405,675 (17,091,800) (348,051,300) 55,826,700 2,963,089,275 - (1,572) $ 9,465,300 186,742 653,387
October 3,328,232,375 (17,091,800) (348,051,300) 18,187,600 2,981,276,875 148,569 (62,484) $ 9,551,385 184,242 555,230
November 3,346,419,975 (17,091,800) (348,051,300) 3,911,400 2,985,188,275 - (286) $ 9,551,098 140,068 414,875
December 3,350,331,375 (17,091,800) (348,051,300) 15,850,300 3,001,038,575 35,414 68 $ 9,586,580 49,068 401,290
January 3,366,181,675 (17,141,800) (348,051,300) (7,640,100) 2,993,348,475 - (17,788) $ 9,568,792 75,588 307,914
February
March
April
May
June
Tax Adjustments 21,144
Year to Date (excludes BID tax) $ 9,589,936 $ 9,394,974
Other Tax Related Cash Receipts
Current
Month YTD
Penalties (recorded when received; not billed) $ 6,950 $ 49,178
92468
Pay In Lieu Of
State of Delaware $ - $ 353,759
Luther Towers $ - 14,336
Dover Housing $ 4,500 10,500
$ 378,595
Farmland Rollback
Lafferty Lane $ - $ 26,143
Total Property Tax Receipts $ 10,043,852
Transfer Taxes $ 92,468 $ 2,217,470
Property Tax Report for Tax Assessor-January, 2008
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CITY MANAGER’S
MONTHLY REPORT
January 2008
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MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS
Customer Services
• Preparations continue in advance of the scheduled delivery of the Itron Mobile Collection System.
• Attended demonstration of on-line bill payment systems.
Budget, Program Development
• Meetings held to review of Capital Investment Plans.
• Attended Council Retreat.
• Began review of new and updated revenue sources.
• Began work on 2007-2008 Mid-Year Review.
Human Resources
• ICMA Representative met with employees regarding retirement plans.
Information Technology
• Fire suppression system installation has been completed.
• Citizen Request Management system has been implemented and is currently available on the City’s website.
Parks, Recreation, & Library
• Staff installed posts and rope fencing around the back parking lot of Schutte Park.
• The Library recorded 492 people attending 24 various children’s programs.
Public Services
• The Public Services Manager attended a one-day training seminar at the Delaware State Fire School regarding Ag
Preparedness Emergency Responder and Avian Influenza Response.
• The dedication of rights-of-ways and public infrastructure in the Four Seasons Subdivision has been completed.
Public Utilities
• Chemical Handling safety training was conducted.
• Staff attended the first portion of PJM training in Malvern, Pennsylvania.
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CENTRAL SERVICES
Fleet Operations & Maintenance Costs Work Orders Processed
100,000 200
90,000
2,139
2,500
1,89 3
80,000
1,741 1,776 1,8 22 1,80 5
Total Dollars
1,6 99 1 ,642 1,650
70,000 150 2,000
1,573 1,4 90 1,480
1,455
60,000
50,000 1,500
40,000 100
30,000 1,000
20,000
10,000 50
500
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 0
Jan- Feb- Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Jul- Aug - Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Ja n-
To tal Do llars To tal Wo rk Orders 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Work Orders: 95 Electric: $651,545.29
Fleet Maintenance: $ 1.364.55 (excludes Melvin’s Sunoco) Water: $ 27,632.91
Fuel: $52,824.12 General: $ 37,590.94
Stock Purchases by Fund Warehouse Stock
$ 3,750,000.00 2,700
$950,000
$ 3,500,000.00
$850,000 2,500
$750,000 $ 3,250,000.00
$650,000 2,300
$ 3,000,000.00
$550,000
$ 2,750,000.00
$450,000 2,100
$350,000 $ 2,500,000.00
$250,000 1,900
$ 2,250,000.00
$150,000
$50,000 $ 2,000,000.00 1,700
Jan- Feb- M ar- Apr- M ay- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Electric Water General To tal Do llar Value To tal Line Items
Electric: $30,564.88 Total Dollar Value: $3,908,097.36
Water: $ 7,785.30 Total Line Items: 1,962
General: $29,204.90
SOP / CIP Updates (percentages below represent percent completed)
FY07 – Ongoing Projects
• Renovation of Pear Street Warehouse – Project #SP001. Ongoing – three-year project (45%).
• Space Needs Study Implementation – Project #FM0803 Finance Department moved to new location on
10/31/2007. Project completed (100%). Remodeling of Finance space at City Hall for Public Services. (20%)
FY08 – New Projects
• Fleet Exhaust Extraction System – Project #FL801. Vendors have been contacted for information. Staff visited
offsite garages to review exhaust systems. (25%).
• Fire Suppression System in I/T - #FM0802. Bid awarded to Comprehensive Fire Technologies. System
inspected by Fire Marshal office, all installations passed tests and inspections (100%).
• Replace fuel pumps in the City yard by December 2007. Nothing new to report.
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CUSTOMER SERVICES
Work Orders Processed Extensions of Credit
839
2,139
2,500 900
1,822 1,893 1,805 738
1,699 1,741 1,776
1,642 1,650 666
2,000
1,573 630 649
1,455 1,490 1,480
700
595
547 571 539
495
1,500
479
500 429
1,000 369
500 300
0 100
J an- Feb- Mar - Apr- May - Jun- J ul- Aug - Sep- O ct- Nov - Dec - Ja n- Jan- Feb- M ar- Apr- M ay- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan-
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE
Fiscal Year 2008 Fiscal Year 2007
Drive-Thru
B ank Drafts B ank Drafts Drive-Thru
Windo w
13,800 12,400 Windo w
13,830
7% 7% 19,130
7%
10%
Credit Cards
17,977 Credit Cards
9% 16,080
9%
Over the
Over the Co unter Co unter
M ail, Dro p B o x M ail, Dro p B o x 41,758
53,276
92,258 94,042 23%
28%
49% 51%
FY 2008 FY 2007
Jan 2008 Jan 2007 Difference Year-to-Date Year-to-Date
Final Bills 651 590 61 $ 4,819 4,232
Estimated Bills 151 157 (6) $ 1,068 1,606
Penalties Posted $ 18,586 $ 14,770 $ 3,816 $ 112,850 $ 100,277
Extensions of Credit - Amount Extended $ 179,855 $ 107,295 $ 72,560 $ 961,200 $ 1,404,741
Balance Transfers $ 14,088 $ 2,792 $ 11,296 $ 40,128 $ 29,759
Utility Collections $ 20,943 $ 18,090 $ 2,854 $ 217,162 $ 171,439
Special Assessments $ - $ 140 $ (140) $ 1,647 $ 2,415
Miscellaneous Billings $ - $ 99,772 $ (99,772) $ 96,466 $ 476,185
Returns - Checks $ 31,856 $ 15,537 $ 16,319 $ 208,112 $ 132,737
Return Check Charges $ 975 $ 304 $ 671 $ 21,747 $ 7,692
Cuts for Non-Payment (CNP) $ 930 $ 960 (30) $ 4,760 $ 4,580
CNP through Disconnect Collars $ 21 $ 21 - $ 185 $ 46
Cuts for Non-Payment - Amount $ 174,913 $ 323,362 $ (148,448) $ 1,008,922 $ 1,060,740
Reconnects - Service Charges $ 23,400 $ 21,050 $ 2,350 $ 150,400 $ 121,625
Court Cases - - - - -
Tamperings - - - 3 3
SOP / CIP Updates
• Re-sequence and reroute meter routes. Since the beginning of the fiscal year a total of 2,662 water meters and
1,437 electric meters have been changed out.
• Payment of property tax bills through the City of Dover web site. This payment option will also be available to
utility customers during this fiscal year. Delinquent tax properties have been selected to submit for monition
sale. A total of 69 properties will be sent to the City Solicitor for processing. The selection list is updated as
payments are received.
• Install an Itron Mobile Collection System with GPS mapping in Meter Reading to maximize efficiency, reduce
costs, and improve performance. The water/wastewater radio read installations have increased due to added
staff. Delivery of the Itron Mobile Collection System for Meter Reading is expected at the end of January 2008.
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Customer Service Contacts Payroll Hours
800 6000
700
5000
600
500 4000
400
300 3000
200 2000
100
0 1000
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan
0
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan
Applicat ions Processed 321 91 111 234 62 5 116 269 239 155 164 43 225 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Employees Assist ed 138 155 220 178 313 102 87 145 157 205 273 84 223 Overtime 2654 1451 1147 1721 1086 1384 1459 1483 1637 1420 1783 1759 2145
Citizens Assisted 153 84 146 105 193 37 68 71 145 135 130 65 153 Sick 2699 1767 3000 1759 3532 1596 1991 3096 1741 2337 2308 2051 2082
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan
Category Total
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Caucasian 310 312 315 315 319 322 324 328 328 333 341 342 342 N/A
Minorities 68 68 68 68 69 69 69 69 69 68 68 69 69 N/A
Hired 2 2 5 0 5 3 2 4 0 5 8 2 2 40
Terminated/Resigned/Retired 3 2 2 1 2 0 2 2 6 1 0 1 2 24
Promoted 2 0 0 2 0 1 4 1 4 3 0 2 0 19
Jobs Posted 6 1 6 8 3 2 5 12 5 7 7 1 6 69
Workers Comp. Injuries 1 2 9 1 5 6 7 4 5 7 5 3 6 61
Workers Comp. Hours 247 160 341 477 357 481 606 428 24 172 273 389 503 4458
Workers’ Comp. hours may not be the result of injuries that occurred during the current month.
• Jobs Posted: Two Custodian I’s (Police & Pitts Center), Nurseryperson I, Recreation Center Coordinator (In-House), Human
Resources Director, Emergency Management Coordinator.
• Employee (s) Hired: Records Management Coordinator, Residential Assessment Technician.
Workers' Comp Injuries Workers' Comp. Hours
15 800
600
10
400
5
200
0 0
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
P ublic Utilities P ublic Services P o lice Others P ublic Utilities P ublic Services P o lice Others
Public Utilities: 0 Public Services: 0 Police: 5 Others: 1 Public Utilities: 0 Public Services: 0 Police: 344 Others: 159
SOP / CIP Updates
• Effectively negotiate a labor agreement with the IUE and IBEW by June 2007. The IUE contract was approved by Council on
November 26, 2007. IBEW agreement was reached and approved in June of 2007.
• Develop an RFP and hire a management consultant who will prepare a report evaluating the PFP system based on analysis.
Final report by January 2008. On January 28, the Legislative and Finance Committee tabled the final recommendation until the
Mid-Year Review has been completed, in order to identify a sufficient funding source.
• Assist the Pension Board in developing alternatives to the standard across the board Pension COLA that would provide
compensation to those retirees in the most need without substantially increasing the pension liability. Research, analysis, and
report should be provided prior to February 2008. During their January, meeting the Pension Board considered suggestions for
stipends.
• Streamline insurance claim processing and develop the ability for the essential users to view the progress of liability claims
throughout the insurance process. This will be completed by March 2008. A detailed spreadsheet has been prepared and all
claims are scanned into Fortis. Access has been granted to staff members on a need to know basis only.
• Develop two additional new Supervisory Training modules and programs utilizing both internal and external resources. This is
to be completed by January 2008. Leadership skills will be the primary focus. In early December, the following two new modules
were presented to the City Manager and approved - Twelve Choices that Lead to Success and Seven Moments That Define
Excellent Leaders.
• Develop and hold government mandated Workplace Harassment Training for all City of Dover employees by May 2008.
Training sessions are scheduled for March through May 2008.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Service Requests Resolved
400
300
347
The DoverDe.net service that used to be charted here
309 287
200 279 267 was terminated October 2007. Coming in March 2008
244 227
213 208 225 208 225 - statistics on the new Citizen Request Management
100 System.
156
0
Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Supported PCs WWW. Dover.De. Us
300 150,000
250 125,000
244 239 239 243 240 247 100,000
200 227 234
229 229 226 225
227
117,658
75,000
98,674 95,698
88,155 88,155
150
77,340 35,380 68,031
68,714
50,000
59,613 58,841 61,128
100 25,000
Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Jan- Feb- M ar- Apr- M ay- Jun- Jul- Aug- Sep- Oct - Nov- Dec- Jan-
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Performance Indicators Current Month Last Month Same Month Last Year
iSeries Availability 100% 100% 100%
Server Availability 100% 100% 100%
Programming Requests Completed 2 2 10
AS/400 Connections (concurrent/authorized users) 39% 38% 37%
PCs Supported 247 225 227
Servers Supported 17 17 8
(Availability statistics based on 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M-F)
SOP / CIP Updates
• E-Government Services. Nothing new to report.
• iSeries System (main computer) Replacement. Replacement completed in September 2007 as part of the life cycle program.
Project completed.
• Implement City-wide Document Imaging System. Committee Action for prepared for Committee and Council presentation was
approved.
• Replacement of Tax Assessment Software. Contract signed for CAMA (Computer Aided Mass Appraisal) Software, the server
has been ordered and set-up. Project Completed.
• GIS Pilot Project. Nothing new to report.
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PARKS, RECREATION & LIBRARY
Library
Adult Services Children Services
2000
4000
3500
3000
1500
2500
2000 1000
1500
1000 500
500
0
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan 0
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 Jan Feb Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Reference Reader's A dviso ry Outreach Electro nic A ssistance
Reference Reader's A dviso ry Outreach Electro nic A ssistance
Reference: 528 Reader’s Advisory: 120 Reference: 208 Reader’s Advisory: 117
Outreach: 736 Electronic Assistance: 444 Outreach: 251 Electronic Assistance: 57
Circulation JAN 08 FYTD 08 JAN 07 FYTD 07
Dover residents 15,930 110,958 17,399 109,612
Kent residents 17,047 119,375 16,404 111,776
Non-county residents 1,313 9,143 1,172 9,357
Registrations
Dover residents 218 1,585 350 2,526
Kent residents 199 1,367 277 2,088
Non-county residents 12 110 17 340
Other
Visiting patrons 36,962 197,952 26,400 203,093
Meeting room usage 120 1,020 60 1,000
Photocopier usage 1,527 7,093 785 13,044
Dial-a-Story 1,482 7,130 1,972 11,244
Computer (Internet) Usage 4,553 38,126 5,067 38,251
Holds Placed 4,934 32,229 5,089 33,543
Breakout of Kent County Residential Statistics
Circulation Registrations
Harrington: 260 Harrington: 2
Smyrna: 797 Smyrna: 7
Milford: 326 Milford: 1
Outside City Limits: 15,634 Outside City Limits: 189
Other Points of Interest
Interlibrary: 2,779 items loaned out Technical services: 754 items added
2,450 items borrowed 451 items deleted
Volunteers: 122 hours of service completed
SOP / CIP Updates
• Develop potential locations, funding sources, and preliminary operating concepts for regional library in Dover. Meeting of the
Library Building Committee resulted in the formation of three sub-committees. Sub-committee will hold regularly scheduled
meetings to help advance this project.
• Acquire laptop computers and related equipment to be used primarily for public computer training classes. Laptops and other
equipment have been ordered. Currently awaiting installation.
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Parks and Recreation
Recreation Revenue Recreation Revenue Breakdow n
$40,000.00
$38,210
$ 50,000
$ 40,000 $30,000.00
$15,196.36
$ 30,000
$14,747
$20,000.00
$9,180
$ 20,000
$7,772 $6,117
$3,672 $3,067 $5,120 $3,223 $3,069 $3,642
$1,743
$ 10,000 $10,000.00
$713
$0
$0.00
Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan
06 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
General: $145 Rental Payments: $1,036 Sports: $780
Leagues: $160 Trips: $1,396
Rentals JAN 08 FYTD 08 JAN 07 FYTD 07
Baseball/Softball Field Rentals* 0 180 0 186
Dover Park Pavilions (2) 0 25 0 23
Multipurpose/Field Hockey Field Rentals* 0 30 0 39
Recreation Center 12 156 12 111
Silver Lake Pavilions (2) 1 27 0 27
Soccer Field Rentals* 0 14 0 14
Stage 0 17 2 17
*These numbers reflect groups that utilized our facilities during January.
Program Attendance** JAN 08 FYTD 08 JAN 07 FYTD 07
Lean–N-Play – All Sports 5 64 not offered
**The program attendance report reflects programs that ended in the month of January.
SOP / CIP Updates
• Construction of the John W. Pitts Recreation Center – Project #PR0501. Construction is currently underway and on-schedule. Bi-
weekly progress meetings continue. Grand opening is planned for March 2008.
• Playground Equipment Purchase – Project # 0706: Nothing new to report.
• Schutte Park Land Improvements – Project # PR0702. Nothing new to report.
• Mirror Lake Dredging – Project #PR0703. Nothing new to report.
• Park and Playground Improvement Program – Project #PR0704. State awarded an extension on the grant until June 30, 2008.
Work will continue when warmer weather permits.
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PUBLIC SERVICES
Administration
Administrative review and inspection services continued on all residential and commercial developments.
The following residential subdivisions are in various phases of construction:
Oak Shadows Emerald Pointe Lexington Glenn
Village of Westover (Phase VI) Seskinore Nottingham Meadows
Stoney Creek (Phase II) Clearview Meadows Village of Cannon Mill
Maple Glen Patriot Village Eden Hill
Somerset Park
Sanitation
Monthly Total Refuse Collection (Tons) Sanitation Hours
1,076
1600 1,200 1,016
1234
1,000 688
1125 1120 1091
1061 1074 1040 1019
800 656
1058
1200 513
994 982 934 600 503
825
742 400
800
592 577 560 497 486 200 49
484
25
385 444 442 386
51
358
14
400 253 -
Hand Trash
Bulk Collection
Mechanized
Goods Pickup
Repair/Delivery
Collection Collection Electronic
Container
0
Jan Feb M ar April M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan January 2008
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
January 2007
B ulk A uto mated
JAN 08 FYTD 07 JAN 07 FYTD 06
Tons Dry Waste Collected 111.09 1,150.93 129.1 1,876.98
Tipping Fee Savings Realized $2,166.26 $22,443.16 $2,517.45 $36,601.12
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 285 2,138.00 301 2,482
Total Tonnage to DSWA 1,376.61 10,477.26 1,450.23 11,894.72
90-Gallon Containers Delivered 39 266.00 52 319
300-Gallon Containers Delivered 1 22 4 18
Streets
JAN 08 FYTD 08 JAN 07 FYTD 07
Signed Installed 33 194 83 225
Signs Repaired 15 69 21 64
Curbs Painted Yellow (feet) 224 2,930 306 829
New Post Installed 9 52 18 66
Concrete Patching (Cubic Yards) 40 91 0 94
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs) 144 1,006 171 5,603
Leaves Collected (Cubic Yards) 1,400 10,537 125 10,030
Leaf Collection (Miles) 1,186 9,007 451 5,969
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Grounds
Arborist Crew
JAN 08 JAN 07
Trees Pruned 14 15
Trees Removed 5* 5
Trees Planted 51 0
Stumps Removed 23 24
* One of these trees was an American Elm on The Green which was 100 feet tall and almost 6 feet across at
the stump.
Both Arborists attended the ISA Shade Tree Symposium in Lancaster, Pennsylvania to obtain CEU credits.
Beautification Crew
Removed Christmas wreaths and candles from City Hall, Weyandt Hall and the Library.
Cleaned up the greenhouse including pulling weeds, washing down benches and seed trays.
Interviewed applicants for the vacant Nurseryperson I position.
Beautification slideshow was presented at the Westminster Village Retirement Community, where there were 35
residents in attendance.
Landscape Repair/Special Projects Crew
Planted 51 trees between curbs and sidewalks. The trees were purchased with a $5,000 grant from The
Urban/Community Forestry Tree Planting Program.
Assisted with removal of the large American Elm from The Green.
Grounds Maintenance/Mowing Crews
Returned materials, used for First Night back to the Warehouse for storage.
Chipped approximately 1,400 Christmas trees. The chips will be used to mulch trees planted next fall.
Assisted with removal of the large American Elm from The Green
SOP/CIP Updates (percentages below represent percent completed)
Generic Subdivision Signs – 60%
Silver Lake Dam Improvements – 8%
FY08 Street Program –80%
FY08 Concrete Program – 82%
Wesley College Parking Lot Program – 100%
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PUBLIC UTILITIES
Electric
System Peak Total System Load
200 175 100,000
80,660
163
77,218
162
150
70,056 67,824
137 137
64,231
150
62,523
80,000
60,725 59,026 59,059 61,139 59,864
114 107
56,064
106 106
54,707
103 101
MWH
99
MW 100 60,000
50 40,000
0
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan
20,000
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Outages Number of Customers Gained/Lost
30 18,000
16,000 150
25
117
14,000
20 12,000
Customers
Outages
10,000 100 95
82 86
15 80
8,000
66 70
64 61
10 6,000
53
4,000 50 39 41
5
2,000
12
0 0
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan
0
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan
Outages Customers 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Outages: 8 Customers: 295
ELECTRIC OUTAGE REPORT
# OF
OUTAGE # DATE TIME OUT TIME IN LOCATION DEVICE ACTION
CUST
1 01/03 07:54 AM 09:00 AM 238 N Governors Boulevard Fuse 45 Replaced Fuse
2 01/04 05:50 PM 07:07 PM 3 Mineral Court Cable 3 Repaired Cable
3 01/07 12:07 PM 01:26 PM Danner Farm Substation Elbow 52 Replaced Elbow
4 01/10 07:40 AM 08:19 AM 307 S Bay Road Switch 121 Reset Switch
5 01/11 10:32 AM 12:05 PM 72 Heritage Drive Cable 1 Repaired Cable
6 01/17 07:26 AM 08:10 AM 1727 N Little Creek Road Transf 1 Reset Transformer
7 01/27 11:45 AM 02:10 PM 443 River Road Cable 1 Repaired Cable
8 01/30 11:09 AM 11:57 AM 146 Kentwood Drive Fuse 71 Replaced Fuse
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Engineering Services
Completed Projects Active Projects / % Completed Projects in Design / % Completed
− Cedar Chase Hotel − Grandview Mobile Home Park - 80% − Fiber Map - 0%
− Mainstay Suites − Lexington Glenn - 80% − Wawa, Bay Court Plaza - 90%
− 793 Queen Street - − Clearview Phase 1, 2, 3 - 50%
− Feeders 3 & 4, Phase II - 60%
Bayhealth − Cahne Medical Building - 0%
− Feeders 3 & 4, Phase I - 5%
− North Street Improvements - 50%
− Tall Pines, Dover Kenton Road - 10%
− Cannon Mill, Phase III - 100%
− Nottingham Meadows - 50% − Dover Saturn - 100%
− Cannon Mill, Phase II - 90% − Robert W. O’Brien Building - 0%
− Village of Westover, Phase VI -20% − State Street Commons - 100%
− Kent Acres Rehab. - 40% − Wawa, Court Street - 0%
− SR1/SR9 Rebuild - 0% − Eden Hill, Residential - 80%
− Eden Hill Medical Center - 90%
− Kesselring Farm - 100%
− 69 KV Relocation Frazier - 90%
− Stover Professional Center, 508 - 90%
− Route 8 & Salisbury Road - 100%
− Dover Air Force Base, Phase III - 95%
− College Road Distribution - 100%
− Dover Air Force Base, Phase IV - 80% − Schoolview Development - 100%
− Dover Air Force Base, Phase V - 20% − Kenton Child Care - 0%
− Dover Station - 75% − Dover Transit - 0%
− Dove View Development - 10% − 1600 N. Little Creed Road - 100%
− Governors Avenue - 0% − Spence’s Bazzar - 0%
− Mayfair Bus Work - 80%
− South Governors Avenue Lighting - 100%
− Brentwood - 90%
− Fiber Upgrade - 5%
− Kent General Hospital - 90%
− Twin Oaks – 10%
− Route 9 & Route 113 - 100%
− North State Street Lighting - 5% − Compass Pointe - 100%
− Kids R Us Daycare - 75% − Kent 8 Building - 0%
− Collegian Complex - 10% − Walgreen, DuPont Highway - 0%
− Fiber Ugrade - 20% − Silver Bullet Office Building - 100%
− Patriot Village - 0%
− DAFB Underground Service - 100%
Transmission and Distribution
%
Underground Work % Completed Overhead Work
Completed
− Cannon Mill 98% − Overhead Maintenance Ongoing
− Clearview Ongoing − Maintenance of City Lighting Ongoing
− Lexington Glenn Ongoing − Rebuild Mayfair Substation 70%
− Dover Air Force Base - new infrastructure install Ongoing − Blue Light Installation (2 of 3) 66%
− Capacitor Installation (9 of 11) 85%
− Nottingham Meadows Ongoing
− Capitol Park - upgrade to underground 70%
− Seskinore Development 95%
− Infrared Testing & Repairs 60%
− Vera’s Haven 99%
− Rigley Street Storage 60%
− Stover Professional Center 75%
− Kent Acres (on hold until 2009) 10%
− Eden Hill Medical Center 90%
− Capacitors Installation (4 of 6) 66%
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FY 08 Meter Stats
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan
07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 07 08
Radio Read Meter Installations 635 380 370 249 205 177 219 530 270 223 511 378 531
Meters Tested 1399 648 570 506 494 368 179 962 622 281 838 673 975
Meters Junked 603 283 261 245 193 129 79 382 235 127 374 290 368
Meters Removed 13 12 16 20 11 5 20 15 2 27 30 5 4
Meter Changes 523 298 341 183 1273 94 110 392 224 137 385 284 460
New Services 93 69 20 55 63 63 95 112 35 496 105 80 56
Services Retired 3 4 1 2 2 4 6 3 0 31 12 1 2
System Operations Center
Switching schedules 20 17 17 13 12 18 7 14 18 20 8 17 8
Work orders 666 428 456 1,579 636 636 512 614 6,757 1,135 804 738 538
Miss Utility tickets called back 1,623 1,438 2,238 1,706 1,914 2,607 1,528 2,008 2,162 2,488 2,026 1,568 1,359
Tickets located 1,743 1,344 2,085 2,559 2,871 2,532 2,295 3,114 3,069 3,771 2,946 2,481 2,529
Substation Relay
Substation Status
Cartanza Repaired Oil Leak
McKee Run Repaired Breaker 22-1050
Mayfair Continuing Construction
SOP / CIP Updates
• Develop an Electric Department mapping system to assist crews with power restoration. Mapping system is up and running.
• Hire two junior engineers to replace senior system engineer and senior SCADA technician. Recruitment of Electrical Engineer-
SCADA Technician, pending evaluation.
• Continue the Blue Light Security program in the City of Dover – Project #EE0709. Three Blue Lights have been received and
two have been installed.
• Leverage and maximize the use of existing fiber optic outside plant and conduit by enhancing the existing fiber optic network
and sharing these facilities with key community stakeholders – Project #PR0710. RFP was approved by Council and the
contract was awarded to Columbia Tele Communications.
CIP Project % Completed CIP Project % Completed
Mayfair 69/12 KV Transformer and Breaker –
90% Meter Testing Bench 90%
Project #ES0105
Lighting Project and Rehabilitation – Project
69 KV Feeders 3 and 4 – Project #EE0601 19% 10%
#EE0605
UG Transformers – New Construction
College Road Replacement of 69KV
UG Conductor Devices – New Construction 0% 0%
Breakers – Project #EE0809
Project #EE0808
Radio Read Meter Changeout – Project
Lebanon Transformer – Project #EE0701 10% 75%
#ET0501
Transmission Relpay Upgrade – Project Relay Substation Equipment – Project
80% 100%
#EE0806 #EE0801
Replacement of 69 KV Breakers – Project Disitribution Capacitors, Underground –
70% 5%
#EE0408 Project #EE0810
Distribution Capacitors Overhead – Project
15% North Street RTU – Project #EE0804 50%
#EE0805
Distribution Upgrades FY08 – Project
Horsepond Transformer – Project #EE0802 60% 90%
#EU0808
Lighting Project & Rehab – Project #EE08xx 60%
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Water/Wastewater
Water Production/Billed Consum ption/Flow to Kent County
300
Million Gallons
250
200
150
100
50
0
Jan 07 Feb 07 Mar 07 Apr 07 May 07 Jun 07 Jul 07 Aug 07 Sep 07 Oct 07 Nov 07 Dec 07 Jan 08
Total Water Production Billed Consumption Total Flow to Kent County City Readings
Total Water Production: 131,418,000 Billed Consumption: 99,471,000
Total Flow to Kent County: * City Readings: 75,355,290
Billing information not available
JAN 08 JAN 07
Water Production – Daily Average 4,239,290 4,539,258
Fire Hydrants – Flushed 0 0
Fire Hydrants – Tested 2 0
Final Readings 1,167 0
Cutoffs 10 0
Turn Ons 9 0
New Inspections 21 0
Curb Boxes Located 46 0
Curb Boxes Adjusted 3 0
Water Service Lines Repaired 13 2
Water Meters Repaired 33 23
Radio Technology Installations 543 137
New Meters Added 12 19
Total Water Meters in City Distribution System 13,394 13,121
JAN 08 JAN 07
L.F. Sewer Lines Flushed 51,281 87,743
Sewer Lines Inspected 23,081 91,343
Feet Sewer Mains Videotaped 1,762 793
Manholes Inspected 285 434
Manholes Cleaned 271 410
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SOP / CIP Updates
• Reduce number of brown water complaints through the implementation of the Water Quality Improvements Program – Project
#WD0811/WS0707. Four contact chambers have been installed and two have been placed online. Installation of the fifth
chamber is scheduled to begin in February 2008. Bids for primary materials for the final six chambers where approved by
Council in January. Staff contacted Black & Veatch regarding the start of the next phase of water quality consulting.
• Reduce cost to the City arising from inflow/infiltration – Project #WS0501. Staff continued to work on cost estimation and RFP
development for work which has been identified through the Inflow & Infiltration Study and investigations performed by City
crews.
• Increase the metering accuracy of the water/sewer utility through the expansion of the Meter Reading Technology Upgrade
Project – Project #WS0802. The budget for this program increased to $366,300 for FY 2008. Currently, 49 percent of the
budget has been spent.
• Increase the mapping accuracy of the water/sewer utility through the expansion of GIS. The new GIS Technician began in
October and approximately 50 percent of the water system has been entered. Field verification is still required for areas
entered.
CIP Project (Water) Percent Completed
Cheswold Well (#8) Replacement) – Project #WS0705 20%
Meter Reading Technology Upgrade – Project #WS0802 50%
Wellhead Redevelopment – Project #WD0801 6%
Wellhead VFD Upgrades - #11 – Project #WD0808 9%
Wellhead VFD Upgrades - #13R – Project #WD0809 9%
Wellhead VFD Upgrades - #15 – Project #WD0810 9%
Water Quality Improvements – Project #WD0811 37%
Bayard Avenue Contact Chamber – Project #WS0707 100%
Remote Control & Monitor Wells – Project #WD0802 6%
Emergency Generators (Wells) – Project #WD0803 0%
1.0 MG Elevated Water Storage Tower – Project #WD0804 2%
Piney Point Well – Project #WD0805 2%
Scarborough Road Interconnection – Project #WD0601 2%
Miscellaneous Distribution System Improvements – Project #WD0806 39%
South Governors Avenue Water Main Upgrade – Project #WD0807 0%
CIP Project (Wastewater) Percent Completed
Meter Reading Technology Upgrade – Project #WS0802 48%
Inflow / Infiltration Removal Study – Project #WS0501 (2008 only) 0%
Inflow / Infiltration Removal – Project #WW0803 1%
SCADA System Tech Upgrade – Project #WW0804 5%
Lafferty Lane Package Pump Station Replacement – Project #WW0805 8%
White Oak Farms PS VFD’s – Project #WW0806 9%
US 13 East Sanitary Sewer Interceptor – Project #WW0810 7%
Dover East Pumping Station & Force Main Replacement – Project #WW0807 1%
Misc. Sewer System Improvements – Project #WW0808 0%
South Governors Avenue Sewer Main Upgrade – Project #WW0809 0%
Construction
Utility Crew
1. Contact Chambers – Completed piping and meter installation at well #11. Started installation of chamber at well #15
(99% complete).
2. Replaced sewer lateral on Charles Drive.
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MONTHLY REPORT
Department of Planning & Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: (302) 736-7010 Fax (302) 736-4217
Department
of Planning and Inspections
January 2008
PERSONNEL
January 22nd – 25th, 2008 Ann Marie Townshend, Dawn Melson-Williams, Janelle Cornwell, Michael Albert
and Diane Metsch participated in continued training regarding the Planning and Engineering Overview for the
HTE system conducted on site in the office. The training included follow-up of functions being utilized from
previous training on different functions of the system and to streamline applications so that they can also be
tracked in other areas of HTE such as Building Permits.
The Planning Office participated in an off-site Staff Retreat at the Schwartz Center on January 28, 2008.
Topics covered Education and Training opportunities, General Office Operations, and Projects and Priorities for
the coming year.
EDEN HILL TND
The Administrative Site Plan for the Community Center Building, a component of the Active Recreation Area
for the Residential District, continues through the Check Print process with a revised plan received for review
in mid-January. At the project site, construction is progressing on Buildings 1 and 2 (exterior and interior
work) and the site improvements within the Professional Office, Medical & Financial District.
Construction work also continues on the infrastructure of utilities and roads for the Residential District. In late
January, the Plan for the Commercial District was submitted to begin review for finalization of the Construction
Plans for this district.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 2008
With the start of the Research Assistant Intern, Asma Manejwala on January 17th, the research and data
gathering for the Comprehensive Plan 2008 is progressing. Staff is planning for the first series of public
outreach workshops associated with the Comprehensive Plan 2008. A special committee lead by City Manager
Tony DePrima focusing on the Economic Development chapter met on January 24th to begin analysis of this
topic for the Plan. Meetings for the City Staff involved in the project continue to discuss the research progress
and assignments for the project.
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Case Type # cases # cases % staff % staff
current month YTD initiated initiated YTD
current month
No valid rental permit 49 49 100% 100%
No valid building permit 2 2 100% 100%
Tall grass and weeds 0 0 0% 0%
Unregistered vehicle 10 10 80% 80%
Abandoned vehicle 15 15 80% 80%
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Annual Housing 178 178 98% 98%
Inspection
CO Inspection – 12 12 100% 100%
Planning
Property Maintenance – 61 61 79% 79%
Exterior
Electric Termination 24 24 100% 100%
Dover Code of 85 85 82% 82%
Ordinances
Zoning 61 61 85% 85%
Basketball goal 6 6 100% 100%
Total Cases 503 503
DEMOLITIONS
There are nine structures on the Dangerous Building List:
• City Council ordered demolition of the pool located at 123 Blue Beach Drive in September 2006. The
property has been the subject of a bankruptcy which has caused an automatic stay. The City Solicitor is
working within the relevant legal framework to either bring the pool into full compliance or allow the City
to proceed with demolition.
• The dwellings located at 312-314 W. Division Street were condemned by the City, a lien search was
conducted and a notice was sent to the property owner, Mr. Ron Lemay. Mr. Lemay made application on
July 9th for a renovation permit with a contract to sell the property to Mr. David Bright. Mr. Bright’s deal
with Mr. LeMay expired on September 20, 2007 and he will no longer be purchasing the property. Mr.
Lemay continues to make repairs, he has replaced deteriorated floor joist, installed new drywall, and
completed siding on the rear of the structure.
• The structure at 43 E. Division Street has been posted with all interested parties notified. The property is in
litigation; a letter has been sent to the property owner's lawyer, Mr. Nicholas Ferdirko that the City would
need to know the reason and a timetable as to when the litigation will be settled. Per Mr. Pepper, Assistant
City Solicitor, the litigation does not prevent the City from proceeding with action per the Dangerous
Building Ordinance; however, we will await response. Mr. Ferdirko's lawyer, Mr. Sean Lynn, has informed
Staff that litigation on the property is due to the contractor not completing the work, which resulted in the
Code enforcement. Mr. Lynn has requested and was granted time to either reach a settlement or obtain a
court ruling. The structure is currently safe and will not collapse at this time. Mr. Ferdirko was given until
January 7, 2008 to bring the building into compliance or it will be taken before City Council to be
demolished. Mr. Ferdirko stated he has signed a contract for the repairs to begin. He was advised to bring
in a copy of the contract. As of January 2, 2008 he has yet to provide signed contract. This building is in
located within the Historic District Zone and Mr. Fedirko has met with Planning Staff to discuss his options
with regards to either repair or demolition of the property.
• The structure at 66 Washington Street was declared a dangerous building on November 28, 2007 with all
interested parties notified. City Staff has met with the owner and discussed a set timetable for repairs to be
completed.
• The structure at 533 Carol Street was declared a dangerous building on November 28, 2007 with all
interested parties notified.
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• The structure at 54-56-58 S. Queen Street was declared and posted as a dangerous building on December 5,
2007 with notice sent to all parties with interest in the property on December 11, 2007.
• The structure at 230 W. Division Street was declared a dangerous building on January 4, 2008 with all
interested parties notified.
• The structure at 74 N. West Street was declared a dangerous building on January 4, 2008 with all interested
parties notified.
• The structure at 1335 Walker Road was declared a dangerous building on January 7, 2008 with all interested
parties notified.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Dover First Start
For the month of January one (1) family is mortgage ready and shopping for a home.
Housing Rehabilitation Program
Five (5) owner occupied homes have been completed.
House of Pride
Three (3) heaters have been installed in Transitional Housing units for the House of Pride and all of the
properties have been treated for termites.
First Resources Conservation & Development Council
Emergency repairs have been completed on Five (5) owner occupied homes.
301-305 W. Loockerman Street (Rental Rehab)
The roof has been replaced.
MEETING REPORTS
Board of Adjustment:
The Board of Adjustment met on January 16, 2008 and took the following actions:
The next scheduled meeting for the Board of Adjustment will be held on February 20, 2008.
1. Applicant #V-08-01 - 260 Beiser Blvd., Lands of Delaware Surgical Associates: Tabled.
Dover Parking Authority: At its meeting of January 3, 2008 reports were given on the budget, permit sales,
Police Department activities, Main Street, DDDC Report and Water Street Collections. There was also a
parking requirement waivers discussion held along with discussion on the Governors Avenue permit
configuration. Also discussed was a parking requirement discussion regarding Franklin Hall Apartments.
Historic District Commission:
The Historic District Commission met on January 17, 2008.
The next scheduled meeting for the Historic District Commission is February 21, 2008.
1. HI-07-07 Franklin Hall at 326 West Loockerman Street – Clarification of Architectural Review
Certification Recommendations and Waivers: Moved to approve with conditions.
2. HI-07-06 Jackson Hall (Capital Plaza) on West Loockerman Street – Informational item only.
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Planning Commission
At its meetings of January 22, 2008, the Planning Commission took the following actions:
1. S-07-62 Dover Central Middle School: Gym Replacement and Auditorium Renovations at 211
Delaware Avenue – Moved to approve with conditions.
2. C-08-01 House of Pride at Properties on North New Street and South New Street – Moved to
approve with conditions. Conditional Use approval to be reviewed again in July 2008.
3. Z-08-01 Lands of BBC Properties located at 988-990 Forest Street – Moved to table.
4. S-08-01 South Dover Elementary School at 955 South State Street – Moved to approve with
conditions.
5. S-08-04 Happy Harry’s/Walgreens at 226 North DuPont Highway – Moved to approve with
conditions.
6. S-08-05 Dover Post at 1196 South Little Creek Road – Moved to approve with conditions.
INSPECTIONS ACTIVITY
Permits and Licenses
Rental Dwelling, Public Occupancy & Lodging House Permits: Year to Date ______1,053____
Number of New Occupancies – January 2008 ______1,053___
Permit Fees Collected for Rental, Public Occupancy & Lodging Permits, Jan 2008 $135,140.00_
Number of Business Licenses & Mobile Homes Issued – January 2008 ___ 60____
Total Number of Business Licenses & Mobile Homes for Year 7/1/07 to 6/30/08 ____ 2,609___
Total Fee Collected for Business Licenses & Mobile Homes for Jan 2008 __$ 5,672.65_
Total for all Construction Permits* and Certificate of Occupancies Issued for Jan 2008 _____ 259____
Value of Construction & Fire Prevention projects permitted in January 2008 _$ 4,951,569.00
Fees Collected for Construction Permits and CO’s for January 2008 _$
55,479.50_
*Construction permits include Building, Fire Prevention, Plumbing, and HVAC Permits
Building and Property
Maintenance Inspections
Construction Inspections
Building 318
Plumbing/Mechanical 277
Certificate of Occupancy 18
Total New Construction 613
During the month of January the Planning & Inspections staff logged in 530 walk-in traffic citizens.
As always, please contact me regarding any questions you may have.
Ann Marie Townshend
Director of Planning and Inspections Department
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CIP January 2008 Fiscal Status
(Operational Comments through February 20, 2008)
Highlights
General Fund
All projects have started; three are complete.
• The J. W. Pitts Center is moving along; grand opening is likely to be in March.
• Police Station steps are DONE.
• Installation of the CAMA system is going smoothly.
• All project progress is going well.
Water/Wastewater Fund
All projects but one have started. Most are in some phase of design work, ordering material, or
under construction.
• I have dropped the Dover East Force Main. We believe the necessity of this project has
been satisfied through county and private improvements.
• We are progressing nicely on installations of contact chambers.
• DelDOT is now bidding the South Governors Avenue reconstruction.
Electric Fund
All projects started; four are completed.
• The McKee Run Oil Tank was inspected and no serious problems were detected.
• After many years of delay, serious work has started at the Mayfair Substation. The
station has been taken out of service, and construction has begun.
• The College Road transformer has been ordered, but we are concerned that long lead times
for delivery will delay completion of this project this fiscal year.
• Both the St. Jones and Horse Pond Substation Transformers are being ordered. These will
not be delivered until next fiscal year. Due to the size of the required down payment,
funds budgeted to be expended next year will have to be shifted into this fiscal year.
• Due to outages in the Pennwood Subdivision we have decided to focus “Distribution
Upgrades” funds in this area. The work will require more monies than budgeted. We will
be shifting funds from the “New Development” budget where spending is below budget
due to the slowed construction economy.
• It is likely that the Transmission Upgrade Project will not be completed this year. Upon
starting the project we learned that our “as built” drawings of Substations relay were not
accurate. This required us to have to commission new “as built” drawings. This
unexpected step will cause a delay in the project and perhaps increase its budget.
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City of Dover
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects
January 2008
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (Including Encumbrances)
Original Revised Project Project Current Fiscal
Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Yr. YTD % Budget
Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
FY 2003
M Mayfair 69kv/12kv SS Upgrade $ 555,000 $ 617,965 $ 625,075 $ (7,110) 101.2% $ 65,000 $ 259,552 399.3% Started Majority of construction complete.
Totals $ 555,000 $ 617,965 $ 625,075 $ (7,110) 101.2% $ 65,000 $ 259,552 399.3%
FY 2005
All materials purchased; ongoing
M Radio Read Meter replacement Prog. $ 1,830,000 $ 1,830,000 $ 1,787,395 $ 42,605 97.7% $ 545,000 $ 503,733 92.4% Started installation.
Construction ongoing; completion end of
Mayfair to Mid-City 69 kv 650,000 723,200 443,323 279,877 61.3% - - 0.0% Started fiscal year.
Totals $ 2,480,000 $ 2,553,200 $ 2,230,719 $ 322,482 87.4% $ 545,000 $ 503,733 92.4%
FY 2006
Receiving materials. Labor bid to
M 69 KV feeders 3 and 4 $ 11,060,000 $ 14,747,500 $ 3,036,808 $ 11,710,692 20.6% $ 9,077,500 $ 2,839,476 31.3% Started Council in February.
Governor's Avenue Rebuild 1,268,450 2,068,260 112,355 1,955,905 5.4% 2,068,260 112,355 5.4% Started Waiting for start order from DelDOT.
College Road Capacitor 155,000 119,995 5 119,990 0.0% - - 0.0% Dropped Changed to Distribution Capacitors.
Replacement of 69 KV line breakers -
M North Street 150,000 230,000 271,078 (41,078) 117.9% - 122,418 0.0% Started See 69KV Breaker Project in FY08
Totals $ 12,633,450 $ 17,165,755 $ 3,420,246 $ 13,745,509 19.9% $ 11,145,760 $ 3,074,249 27.6%
FY 2007
Construction started. Transformer April
M Lebanon Transformer $ 620,000 $ 851,850 $ 766,124 $ 85,726 89.9% $ 637,950 $ 552,224 86.6% Started 08 delivery.
R Lighting Project & Rehab (Gov Ave) 50,000 50,000 21,570 28,430 43.1% - 15,209 0.0% Complete Lights done at Wesley.
Blue Light Security System Call box 25,000 25,000 22,142 2,858 88.6% - 13,755 0.0% Started 2 of 3 lights installed; being activated.
McKee Run Transformer 350,000 350,000 301,011 48,989 86.0% - 5,074 0.0% Complete Completed.
Labor bids are in. To make this within
M College Road Substation 2,960,000 2,960,000 2,491,377 468,623 84.2% 2,435,000 2,426,547 0.0% Started budget will use some in house labor.
Some installation. Need new "as built"
M Transmission Relaying Upgrades Ph I 100,000 100,000 100,000 (0) 100.0% - 72,971 0.0% Started drawings.
Totals $ 4,105,000 $ 4,336,850 $ 3,702,224 $ 634,626 85.4% $ 3,072,950 $ 3,085,780 100.4%
FY 2008
Unit 3 Turb Bearing Fire Protect Deluge $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 0.0% $ 50,000 $ - 0.0% Started Obtaining quotes.
Tank Inspections SPCC/AST 300,000 300,000 291,910 8,090 97.3% 300,000 291,910 97.3% Complete Done; no major problems found.
VS COMS replacement 27,000 27,000 28,967 (1,967) 107.3% 27,000 28,967 107.3% Complete Done
Transformer ordered. Need to shift
funds from next fiscal year to cover
M Horsepond Transformer 1,020,000 1,020,000 807,741 212,259 79.2% 325,000 807,741 248.5% Started deposit.
R Distribution Capacitors OH/UG 225,000 225,000 141,275 83,725 62.8% 225,000 141,275 62.8% Started Installation started.
This project will be behind schedule and
may be overbudget due to the City not
having accurate as built drawings, new
M Transmission Relay Upgrade FY 08 520,000 520,000 348,608 171,392 67.0% 520,000 348,608 67.0% Started drawings had to be commissioned.
R New Developments 1,015,000 1,015,000 410,423 604,577 40.4% 1,015,000 410,423 40.4% Started Ongoing
R Replacement of 69 KV line breakers 183,000 183,000 136,400 46,600 74.5% 183,000 136,400 74.5% Started Construction and installation ongoing.
Material ordered; some construction
R Lighting Project & Rehab 100,000 100,000 61,592 38,408 61.6% 100,000 61,592 61.6% Started started
Transformer ordered. Need to shift
funds from next fiscal year to cover
M St Jones Substation Transformer 2,166,039 2,166,039 1,002,858 1,163,181 46.3% - 1,002,858 0.0% Started deposit.
Itron Mobile Collection System 28,241 28,241 20,400 7,841 72.2% 28,241 20,400 72.2% Started System in testing.
Woodmill complete. Working in Kent
Acres and Pennwood. Will need
R Distribution Upgrades FY 08 300,000 300,000 255,604 44,396 85.2% 300,000 255,604 85.2% Started additional funds due to Pennwood work.
$ 5,934,280 $ 5,934,280 $ 3,505,779 $ 2,428,501 59.1% $ 3,073,241 $ 3,505,779 114.1%
Grand Totals $ 25,707,730 $ 30,608,050 $ 13,484,043 $ 17,124,007 44.1% $ 17,901,951 $ 10,429,093 58.3%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is rebudgeted to start over each fiscal year.
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City of Dover
Streets Funds - Major CIP Projects
January 2008
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (Including Encumbrances)
Original Revised Project Project Current Fiscal
Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Yr. YTD % Budget
Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
FY 2002
North Street Sidewalk $ 654,629 $ 819,120 $ 738,704 $ 80,416 90.2% $ 80,416 $ - 0.0% Not started Work on hold pending Collegiate decision.
Clara Street turn lane 170,916 187,949 166,795 21,154 88.7% 52,952 31,798 60.1% Not started (1) See below.
Totals $ 825,545 $ 1,007,069 $ 905,499 $ 101,570 89.9% $ 133,368 $ 31,798 23.8%
FY 2005
Dover Little League Awaiting staff decision on re-appropriation of
Parking Lot Phase II $ 134,000 $ 134,000 $ 123,215 $ 10,785 92.0% $ 10,785 $ - 0.0% Done available funds.
The signs for Fox Hall & Woodlands of Fox
Fox Hall signs/Lincoln Park Hall are complete. Work not started for
sign 20,340 20,340 10,340 10,000 50.8% 10,000 - 0.0% Done Lincoln Park.
Totals $ 154,340 $ 154,340 $ 133,555 $ 20,785 86.5% $ 20,785 $ - 0.0% -
FY 2006
Silver Lake Park Sign $ 16,400 $ 16,400 $ - $ 16,400 0.0% $ 16,400 $ - 0.0% Not started 10% received from State. Work not started.
Capitol Park/ Rodney
Village Signs 20,000 19,205 19,206 (1) 100.0% 8,244 8,245 100.0% Done Done
Heatherfield Sign./ Voshells 20,000 20,000 12,781 7,219 63.9% 15,380 8,161 53.1% Done Done
Cowgill St. 25,000 25,000 45,246 (20,246) 181.0% 25,000 45,246 181.0% Not started 10% received from State. Work not started.
Morris Dr. 79,000 79,000 54,939 24,061 69.5% 79,000 54,939 69.5% Not started 10% received from State. Work not started.
M Lincoln Park Center (317) 400,000 400,000 238,358 161,642 59.6% 161,642 - 0.0%
Totals $ 560,400 $ 559,605 $ 370,530 $ 189,075 66.2% $ 305,666 $ 116,591 38.1% - -
FY 2007
E. Water St. brick sidewalk $ 65,000 $ 65,000 $ - $ 65,000 0.0% $ 65,000 $ - 0.0% Not started 10% received from State. Work not started.
Dover Fire Company Received 10% on original agreement;
parking lot 80,000 100,000 33,552 66,448 33.6% 100,000 33,552 33.6% Not started awaiting decision on funding reallocation.
Andrew Dr./ G. Washington
Dr./ Maple Dale Ave. 200,600 200,600 109,602 90,998 54.6% 200,600 109,602 54.6% Started 10% received from State. Work not started.
Penn. Ave./ West St. Alleys 36,900 36,900 11,776 25,124 31.9% 36,900 11,776 31.9% Not started 10% received from State. Work not started.
Maryland Ave. 25,000 25,000 23,106 1,894 92.4% 25,000 23,106 92.4% Not started 10% received from State. Work not started.
Bedford Drive 1,580 1,580 790 790 0.0% 1,580 790 50.0% Not started
$ 409,080 $ 429,080 $ 178,825 $ 250,255 41.7% $ 429,080 $ 178,825 41.7%
FY 2008
Budgeted Approp FY08 $ 350,000 $ 312,011 $ - $ 312,012 General Fund Approp
Legislative Drive 6,616 6,616 6,616 6,616 Started General Fund Approp
Governors Ave W.Alley 28,400 28,400 28,400 28,400
Wesley College Parking General Fund Approp
Lot Covered by Approp 2,973 2,973 2,973 2,973 Started
Sub Total GF Approp 350,000 350,000 37,989 312,011 10.9% 350,001 37,989 11.8% Done
Wesley College Parking lot 169,424 169,424 169,343 81 100.0% 169,424 169,343 100.0% Done
Totals $ 519,424 $ 519,424 $ 207,332 $ 312,092 39.9% $ 519,425 $ 207,332 42.2%
Grand Totals $ 2,468,789 $ 2,669,518 $ 1,795,741 $ 873,776 67.3% $ 1,408,324 $ 534,546 38.7%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is rebudgeted to start over each fiscal year.
CC = Construction complete.
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City of Dover
General Fund - Major CIP Projects
January 2008
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (Including Encumbrances)
Original Revised Project Project Current Fiscal
Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Yr. YTD % Budget
Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
FY 2004
Exterior finished; interior fit out under
M Pitts Recreation Center $ 3,000,000 $ 3,000,000 $ 2,806,959 $ 193,041 93.6% $ 1,987,200 $ 1,880,917 94.7% Started construction. February completion.
Totals $ 3,000,000 $ 3,000,000 $ 2,806,959 $ 193,041 93.6% $ 1,987,200 $ 1,880,917 94.7%
FY 2005
Dover Park Enhancements $ 60,000 $ 60,000 $ 31,241 $ 28,759 52.1% $ 46,670 $ 17,911 38.4% Started First coat of paving done; finish in spring.
Totals $ 60,000 $ 60,000 $ 31,241 $ 28,759 52.1% $ 46,670 $ 17,911 38.4%
FY 2008
CAMA (Orion) System Upgrade $ 45,000 $ 45,000 $ 49,019 $ (4,019) 108.9% $ 45,000 $ 49,019 108.9% Started Server built; data transfer underway.
Phone System Upgrade Fire 55,000 55,000 26,485 28,515 48.2% 55,000 26,485 48.2% Started March completion.
Red Alert Dispatching System
Upgrade 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% 30,000 - 0.0% Started Waiting for vendor to start
JWP Center office equipment &
furniture 78,500 78,500 8,569 69,931 10.9% 78,500 8,569 10.9% Started Some furniture ordered.
Millcreek\Schutte Playgrounds 40,000 40,000 - 40,000 0.0% 40,000 - 0.0% Started Try to set design meeting with Millcreek HOA
Improvements 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% 30,000 - 0.0% Started Spring paving of basketball courts.
6 wheel box truck fire investigation
unit 70,000 70,000 31,551 38,449 45.1% 70,000 31,551 45.1% Started Truck delivered; interior fit out on-going
Concrete Construction &
Replacement 65,000 65,000 53,843 11,157 82.8% 65,000 53,843 82.8% Started Contracted work is done.
Carpet Replacement 15,300 15,300 9,883 5,417 64.6% 15,300 9,883 64.6% Completed Done
Police Front Steps 30,000 65,000 29,616 35,384 45.6% 65,000 29,616 45.6% Completed Done
Internet/Intranet expansion of online
services 70,000 70,000 474 69,526 0.7% 70,000 474 0.7% Started CRM installed; training on-going; Jan. roll out.
Citywide document imaging system 80,000 80,000 - 80,000 0.0% 80,000 - 0.0% Started Waiting for vendor to start.
Citywide fleet management system 41,400 41,400 - 41,400 0.0% 41,400 - 0.0% Started Visiting other users; designing RFP.
Replace ISeries system 40,000 40,000 40,852 (852) 102.1% 40,000 40,852 102.1% Completed Done
Upgrade/replacement of inner city
fiber optic loop 122,000 122,000 - 122,000 0.0% 122,000 - 0.0% Started Construction started.
Fire Suppression System in IT 27,000 27,000 14,593 12,407 54.0% 27,000 14,593 54.0% Started Vendor selected.
Space needs study Implementation 32,800 32,800 14,030 18,770 42.8% 32,800 14,030 42.8% Started Finance done; remodeling for Planning.
Exhaust extraction system 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0% 25,000 - 0.0% Started Preparing bids.
Totals $ 897,000 $ 932,000 $ 278,916 $ 653,084 29.9% $ 932,000 $ 278,916 29.9%
Grand Totals $ 3,957,000 $ 3,992,000 $ 3,117,116 $ 874,884 78.1% $ 2,965,870 $ 2,177,744 73.4%
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years.
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is rebudgeted to start over each fiscal year.
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City of Dover
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects
January 2008
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (Including Encumbrances)
Original Revised Project Project Current Fiscal
Project Project To Date Budget % Budget Fiscal Yr. YTD % Budget
Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Expenses Spent Status Comments
FY 2005
Inflow/Infiltration Removal Investigation $ 375,000 $ 650,000 $ 120,049 $ 529,951 18.5% $ - $ - 0.0% Started Study done; project design.
Totals $ 375,000 $ 650,000 $ 120,049 $ 529,951 18.5% $ - $ - 0.0%
FY 2006
Scarborough Road Interconnection Ph II $ 120,000 $ 122,500 $ 51,159 $ 71,341 41.8% $ 72,500 $ - 0.0% Started Finalizing drawings
Totals $ 120,000 $ 122,500 $ 51,159 $ 71,341 41.8% $ 72,500 $ - 0.0%
FY 2007
Cheswold Well (#8) Replacement $ 175,000 $ 175,000 $ 184,678 $ (9,678) 105.5% $ - $ 179,395 0.0% Started Construction started
Bayard Avenue Contact Chamber - 76,044 79,949 (3,905) 105.1% 9,800 8,905 90.9% Done Done
Totals $ 175,000 $ 251,044 $ 264,627 $ (13,583) 105.4% $ 9,800 $ 188,301 1921.4%
FY 2008
Wellhead Redevelopment $ 45,000 $ 45,000 $ - $ 45,000 0.0% $ 45,000 $ - 0.0% Started Bid out in February.
Remote Control & Monitor Wells 139,700 139,700 8,878 130,822 6.4% 139,700 8,878 6.4% Started On-going installation.
Emergency Generators (Wells) 140,000 140,000 - 140,000 0.0% 140,000 - 0.0% Not Started
1.0 MG Elevated Water Storage Tower 55,000 55,000 - 55,000 0.0% 55,000 - 0.0% Started Braun Eng. notice to proceed with design.
Piney Point Well 10,000 10,000 - 10,000 0.0% 10,000 - 0.0% Started Braun Eng. notice to proceed with design.
Misc. Distribution System Improvements 55,000 55,000 21,449 33,551 39.0% 55,000 21,449 39.0% Started On-going improvements.
South Gov. Ave Water Main Upgrade 200,000 200,000 - 200,000 0.0% 200,000 - 0.0% Started DelDOT bidding project.
Wellhead VFD Upgrades 126,000 126,000 4,500 121,500 3.6% 122,000 4,500 3.7% Started Evaluating bids.
Meter Reading Tech Upgrade 366,300 366,300 165,955 200,345 45.3% 366,300 165,955 45.3% Started On-going replacement -66% complete.
Inflow/Infiltration Removal 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 0.0% 100,000 - 0.0% Started Out to bid next month.
Scada System Tech Upgrade 74,000 74,000 41,350 32,650 55.9% 74,000 41,350 55.9% Started Material due in February.
Lafferty Lane Package P/S Replacement 230,000 230,000 29,418 200,582 12.8% 230,000 29,418 12.8% Started Out to bid. Completion pushed to next FY.
White Oak Farms PS VFD's 66,000 66,000 5,000 61,000 7.6% 66,000 5,000 7.6% Started Going to Council for approval in March.
Dover East P/S & Force Main Replace 335,000 335,000 - 335,000 0.0% 335,000 - 0.0% Dropped
Misc. Sewer System Improvements 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 0.0% 30,000 - 0.0% Started On-going improvements.
South Governors Ave Sewer Main 300,000 300,000 825 299,175 0.3% 300,000 825 0.3% Started DelDOT bidding project.
In design; considering moving project to
US 13 East Sanitary Sewer Interceptor 85,000 85,000 50,937 34,063 59.9% 85,000 50,937 59.9% Started westside of Route 13.
Well #4 done; well #15 done; working on well
Water Quality Improve FY 08 915,000 910,000 660,810 249,190 72.6% 905,200 660,810 73.0% Started #11, Starting Well #2. All materials ordered.
Totals $ 3,272,000 $ 3,267,000 $ 989,123 $ 2,277,877 30.3% $ 3,258,200 $ 989,123 30.4%
- -
Grand Totals $ 3,942,000 $ 4,290,544 $ 1,424,957 $ 2,865,587 33.2% $ 3,340,500 $ 1,177,423 35.2%
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DHRC SHOWS COMMITMENT TO SERVING COMMUNITY
(Annual Report)
by Dr. Samuel B. Hoff
The Dover Human Relations Commission (DHRC) had a very active year in 2007. This
article summarizes the events and activities undertaken by the DHRC and covers prospects
for issues of interest in 2008.
The full compliment of members of the DHRC is 15. The Commission filled three member
vacancies in 2007. Michelle Lee, Sonya Homewood, and Kimberly Brumble were welcomed
to the DHRC and have already made significant contributions.
Part of the DHRC’s charge is to hold meetings in the community and to hold forums on
serious issues of concern.
The DHRC undertook activities in both of the latter areas in 2007. In March, the DHRC held
a forum on the issue of homelessness, which featured testimony from several persons. In
September, the DHRC held a forum on school safety at Dover High School. A previous
forum on the issue took place in December 2006. At the Commission’s December meeting,
a large segment was devoted to the viewing of a video depicting immigration issues affecting
the state.
In 2007, the DHRC sponsored or supported a number of community events in Dover. The
Commission’s Interfaith Task Force was responsible for scheduling two programs, including
an interfaith religious service in May and an interfaith Thanksgiving service in November.
Additionally, the DHRC directly participated in Race Unity Day, was represented at a Martin
Luther King Day event, and supported the annual African American Festival.
One of the most active areas of the DHRC’s agenda during 2007 dealt with passing
proclamations and resolutions on important issues facing the city and state. The Commission
unanimously approved a proclamation for Race Unity Day which was signed by then-Mayor
Stephen Speed. The Commission likewise unanimously approved three resolutions, all of
which were sent to the Dover City Council for action.
The DHRC passed a resolution calling for the Delaware General Assembly to apologize for
the state’s support of slavery in April, which was tabled by City Council in May.
In October, the DHRC passed a resolution against hate crimes. In November, the DHRC
passed a resolution urging the Dover City Council and other government entities to support
providing public bus service in Dover on weekends.
Both of the latter two resolutions are pending action in the Dover City Council.
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During 2007, the DHRC sought to augment its visibility within the community. The
Commission had an advertisement noting its objectives, members, and meeting dates placed
on Comcast for viewing in August; the information is still running and will be updated
through the end of 2008 soon. In September, all utility bill customers in the city received an
insert with their bill describing the latter features about the Commission.
With the assistance of City of Dover staff, the DHRC minutes from the establishment of the
Commission until the present have been placed on the city’s web site.
There are a number of exciting projects on the horizon for 2008. First, the DHRC will
continue to hold as many meetings as possible within the community. In this manner, we will
continue a trend begun in 2005. Such meetings make it easier for Dover residents to have
contact with the Commission and afford DHRC members the opportunity to hear residents’
concerns and complaints. Second, the DHRC is moving forward with its Viewing Race
project. Third, the Commission hopes to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the 1968 Fair
Housing Act among other important events. Finally, the Commission looks forward to
hearing from Dover citizens and to having residents attend meetings.
The DHRC is committed to serving the people of Dover so as to facilitate togetherness,
tolerance, and understanding. The support of the Dover community in achieving this goal
is both desired and necessary.
Dr. Samuel B. Hoff is Chair of the Dover Human Relations Commission. He has been a
resident of Dover for 18 years.
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
2007
“To Protect & Serve”
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
2007
Table of Contents
Chief Jeffrey Horvath’s Letter page 1
Complaints page 3
Total Group A Crimes page 4
Violent Crimes page 5
Robberies page 6
Robbery Clearance Rate page 7
Burglaries page 8
Burglary Clearance Rate page 9
Drug Offenses page 10
Actual Drug Arrests made by D.V.O.C. page 11
Property Crime page 12
Crime Clearance Comparison page 13
Criminal Summary page 14
Crash Totals page 16
Crashes Breakdown page 17
Accident Summary page 18
Traffic Arrests page 19
Traffic Arrest Summary page 20
Police Revenue Parking Fines & Reports page 21
City Ordinance Summons & Cash Receipts page 22
Miscellaneous Calls for Service page 23
Time Distribution Hours page 24
Grant Funding Summary page 25
Officers of the Quarter page 26
Civilians of the Quarter page 27
Officer & Civilian of the Year page 28
Retirement’s page 29
New Officers page 29
Promotions page 30
Awards Ceremonies page 31
Awards given by Other Agencies page 32
Dover Police Department’s Organizational Chart page 33
Dover Police Department’s Staff page 34
Police Chaplain page 35
Special Operations Response Team page 35
Crisis Negotiation Team page 36
Internal Affairs page 36
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Annual Report
2007
Table of Contents Continued
Public Information Officer page 37
Detective Section page 37
Drugs, Vice, & Organized Crime Section page 38
D.E.A. Task Force page 38
Operation Safe Streets page 38
Operation Disarm Task Force page 38
Juvenile Section page 39
911 Center page 40
Patrol Unit page 41
Crash Investigation & Reconstruction Team page 42
K-9 Officers & Their Partners page 43
Collision Awareness, Responsibility & Safety Program page 43
Emergency Preparedness page 44
Electronic Red Light Safety Program page 45
Motorcycle Section page 46
Parking Enforcement Section page 47
Animal Control Section page 47
Community Policing Section page 48
Police Resources Manager page 49
Central Services Coordinator page 49
Evidence Technician/Photographer page 49
Building Maintenance page 50
Records Unit page 50
Planning & Training Section page 51
Citizen’s Police Academy page 52
Accreditation Section page 52
Victims Services Unit page 53
LAN Analyst page 54
Volunteers page 54
Honor Guard page 55
Bagpipe Corp page 55
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February 19, 2008
The Honorable Carleton Carey, Mayor
Members of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Carey and Council Members:
Once again, it is my pleasure to submit to you the Dover Police Department’s Annual
Report. I believe that you will agree the Dover Police Department has distinguished itself
among other agencies in the National Crime Clearance Comparison Study. In this study, the
department’s clearance rates are compared to other police departments in cities with
populations of 25,000 to 49,999. After viewing the comparisons found on page 13 of this report,
I think you will agree that the men and women of the Dover Police Department are doing an
outstanding job.
When viewing the Crime Clearance Comparison you will notice that we only had a 50%
clearance rate for the crime of Murder in 2006 (we have a clearance rate of 100% for 2007). I
would like to point out that we investigated two Murders in 2006, one of which occurred on
December 14, 2006. We cleared the investigation in 2006, but were not able to arrest the subject
until March 28, 2007, due to the fact that the defendant was in custody in Maryland. Since the
arrest did not occur within the same calendar year as the crime, the Dover Police Department
does not get credit for the clearing the investigation when the study is completed.
I am also pleased to point out that we finally cleared the Murder that occurred on July
23, 2003, at the rear of the Kentucky Fried Chicken located in the Gateway West Shopping
Center. On September 11, 2007, we arrested two subjects for the Murder and were able to obtain
confessions. As far as national statistics go, we also do not get credit for clearing this
investigation.
We received 850 fewer total complaints in 2007, which is a decrease of 2.8%. Group A
Crime, which is the more serious offenses, were up by 4% and our clearance rate for this type of
crime was 60.5%. Violent crime was up by a total of 15 crimes and we were able to clear 75%
of those offenses.
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Annual Report 2007
Page 2
Robberies increased for the third year in a row and went from 52 to 70. This is the
highest number of Robberies since 2002, when we also investigated 70, however, the number of
Robberies is still far lower than the numbers we investigated in the 80’s and 90’s. I am also
pleased to point out that we cleared 64% of our total Robberies, and that the national average
for cities our size is about 30%.
The department investigated 22% less Burglaries than the year before and we were able
to clear 48% of the total Burglaries that occurred in our city. The national average for clearing
Burglaries in cities the size of Dover is approximately 13%.
I am sure most of you have heard me talk about how important it is to enforce our state
and federal drug laws. I truly believe that the use and sale of illegal drugs has the largest
impact on the quality of life in most communities in our country. As a department, we had a 5%
increase of total drug offenses and we cleared 96% of those crimes. I am proud to point out that
the Drugs, Vice, and Organized Crime Section had a 6% increase in total drug related arrests.
It is important to note that almost every one of these drug arrests is the result of self initiated,
pro-active police work.
The number of crashes in Dover has continued to decrease for the fifth year in a row. It
is especially nice to point out that the number of personal injury crashes and fatal crashes has
decreased. In 2006, seven people died in crashes in Dover. In 2007, only one person was killed
in a collision.
I think 2007, was a good year for the City of Dover and the City of Dover Police
Department. I am sure there are many challenges in front of us and I am confident that we will
be able to rise to those challenges. Please take the time to review this report. I think you will
agree that it is the result of the hard work being done by the men and women of the police
department and that it is something our citizens can be very proud of.
Sincerely,
Jeffrey Horvath
Chief of Police
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Complaints
Five Year Comparison
35,000
30,536 30,800 30,482
30,133 29,632
30,000
25,000
20,000
15,000
10,000
5,000
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Page 3 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Total Group A Crime
Five Year Comparison
8,000
6,265
5,979 6,003
6,000 5,572 5,569
3,795
4,000 3,641
3,220
2,934
2,824
2,000
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
TOTAL CLEARED
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Violent Crime
Five Year Comparison
350 331
316
300 279 276
255 250
244
250
197
200 171 181
150
100
50
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
TOTAL CLEARED
Page 5 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Robberies
Five Year Comparison
80
70
67
61
60
52
44
40
20
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Page 6 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Robbery Clearance Rate
Dover Police Department
-vs-
Nation
70% 64.3%
63.5%
59.1%
59.0%
60%
50%
41.8%
40%
30.7% 31.1% 31.2% 31.1%
30%
20%
10%
0%
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
DOVER PD NATION
NATIONAL FIGURES NOT AVAILABLE FOR 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Burglaries
Five Year Comparison
200 185
149
150 136
116
103
100
50
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Burglary Clearance Rate
Dover Police Department
-vs-
Nation
80%
68.5%
70%
60% 54.4%
47.7%
50% 46.0% 46.0%
40%
30%
20%
13.0% 12.8% 12.7% 13.0%
10%
0%
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
DOVER PD NATION
NATIONAL FIGURES NOT AVAILABLE FOR 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Drug Offenses
Five Year Comparison
800 753
713 726
689
653
635
600 570 568
550 548
400
200
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
TOTAL CLEARED
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Actual Drug Arrests
made by the
Drugs, Vice, and Organized Crime Section
2,000
1,687
1,593 1,595
1,600
1,389
1,320
1,200
800
400
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Property Crime
Five Year Comparison
2,500
2,052
1,892 1,918
2,000
1,764
1,684
1,500
1,000 786
742
689
649 625
500
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
TOTAL CLEARED
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CRIME CLEARANCE COMPARISON
NATIONAL AVERAGE VS. DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT
CITIES WITH POPULATION 25,000 TO 49,999
NATIONAL 2006 DOVER 2006 DOVER 2007
VIOLENT CRIME (TOTAL) 49.0% 77.2% 78.5%
Murder 38.8% 50.0% 100.0%
Forcible Rape 37.4% 90.9% 92.9%
Robbery 31.1% 63.5% 64.3%
Aggravated Assault 58.4% 78.6% 75.7%
PROPERTY CRIME (TOTAL) 18.1% 42.1% 41.0%
Burglary 13.0% 68.5% 47.4%
Theft 19.9% 41.3% 41.4%
Motor Vehicle Theft 14.5% 21.4% 27.2%
Arson 19.1% 25.0% 63.6%
FORCIBLE RAPE
Rape by Force 36.2% 88.2% 95.0%
Assault to Rape 41.2% N/A N/A
ROBBERY
Firearm 25.3% 60.0% 71.4%
Knife 34.7% 33.3% 0.0%
Other Dangerous Weapon 30.0% 60.0% 33.3%
Strongarm 34.4% 81.3% 60.9%
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Firearm 45.8% 70.5% 75.0%
Knife 64.1% 88.0% 77.5%
Other Dangerous Weapon 57.1% 80.0% 81.4%
Hands, Feet, Other 63.7% 72.2% 57.6%
BURGLARY
Forcible Entry 12.5% 69.9% 64.2%
Unlawful Entry, No Force 13.5% 63.6% 71.8%
Attempted Forcible Entry 10.8% 100.0% 100.0%
MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Autos 14.4% 23.1% 18.8%
Trucks and Buses 14.9% 20.0% 33.3%
Other Vehicles 11.6% 18.4% 45.5%
ARSON
Structural 25.4% 11.1% 75.0%
Mobile 9.7% N/A 33.3%
Other 16.9% 66.7% 75.0%
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
CRIMINAL SUMMARY
Page 1 of 2
ACTUAL CASES ADULT JUVENILE
COMPLAINTS CLEARED ARRESTS ARRESTS
CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENSE 2006 2007 2006 2007 2006 2007 2006 2007
CRIMINAL HOMICIDE TOTAL 2 1 1 1 2 3 1 0
MURDER NON-NEGLIGENT MANSLAUGHTER 2 1 1 1 2 3 1 0
NEGLIGENT MANSLAUGHTER 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
KIDNAPPING & ABDUCTION 33 29 30 28 30 28 0 2
SEXUAL OFFENSES, FORCIBLE 33 42 30 39 12 13 5 12
RAPE BY FORCE 17 20 15 19 7 10 1 5
FORCIBLE FONDLING 16 22 15 20 5 3 4 7
RAPE BY FORCE - ATTEMPTED 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
FORCIBLE FONDLING - ATTEMPTED 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
ROBBERY TOTAL 52 70 33 45 25 38 5 14
FIREARM 20 42 12 30 11 17 2 8
KNIFE OR CUTTING INSTRUMENT 6 2 2 0 1 2 2 0
OTHER DANGEROUS WEAPON 10 3 6 1 5 2 0 0
STRONG-ARM 16 23 13 14 8 17 1 6
ASSAULT TOTAL 1,136 1,165 934 964 537 638 152 119
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT TOTAL 229 218 180 165 107 105 27 11
FIREARM 61 48 43 36 21 17 1 0
KNIFE OR CUTTING INSTRUMENT 50 40 44 31 25 20 10 4
OTHER DANGEROUS WEAPON 100 97 80 79 56 56 8 6
AGGRAVATED - STRONG-ARM 18 33 13 19 5 12 8 1
NON-AGGRAVATED TOTAL 907 947 754 799 430 533 125 108
NON-AGGRAVATED - SIMPLE/HARASSMENT 787 822 662 705 381 480 11 102
NON-AGGRAVATED - INTIMIDATION 120 125 92 94 49 53 14 6
BURGLARY TOTAL 149 116 102 55 46 32 16 8
FORCIBLE ENTRY 103 76 72 26 32 12 14 6
UNLAWFUL ENTRY NO FORCE 44 39 28 28 14 20 2 2
ATTEMPTED FORCIBLE ENTRY 2 1 2 1 0 0 0 0
LARCENY - THEFT TOTAL 1,477 1,666 610 690 438 527 167 203
PICK POCKET 5 6 1 0 0 0 0 0
PURSE SNATCH 4 8 2 1 2 0 0 0
SHOPLIFTING 528 599 438 483 354 412 145 181
THEFT FROM BUILDING 443 470 118 142 56 75 21 12
THEFT FROM COIN-OP MACHINE 4 7 1 1 1 0 0 0
THEFT FROM A MOTOR VEHICLE 194 275 19 31 12 19 0 5
THEFT OF VEHICLE PARTS/ACCESSORIES 113 129 6 8 3 2 0 0
OTHER 186 172 25 24 10 19 1 5
MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT TOTAL 126 125 27 34 13 8 7 4
AUTOS 78 80 18 15 9 4 4 2
TRUCKS & BUSES 10 12 2 4 1 2 1 0
OTHER VEHICLES 38 33 7 15 3 2 2 2
ARSON TOTAL 12 11 3 7 1 1 1 5
STRUCTURAL 9 4 1 3 1 1 0 0
MOBILE 0 3 0 1 0 0 0 1
OTHER 3 4 2 3 0 0 1 4
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
CRIMINAL SUMMARY
Page 2 of 2
ACTUAL CASES ADULT JUVENILE
COMPLAINTS CLEARED ARRESTS ARRESTS
CLASSIFICATION OF OFFENSE 2006 2007 2006 2007 2006 2007 2006 2007
EXTORTION/BLACKMAIL 0 3 0 2 0 1 0 0
COUNTERFEIT/FORGERY 146 114 127 99 69 57 1 0
FRAUD TOTAL 592 715 489 618 129 155 11 6
FALSE PRETENSE/SWINDLE 313 290 252 243 71 79 8 2
CREDIT CARD/ATM 137 198 112 175 1 1 0 0
IMPERSONATION 141 227 124 200 57 75 3 4
WELFARE FRAUD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
WIRE FRAUD 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0
EMBEZZLEMENT 59 39 46 30 27 20 2 1
RECEIVING STOLEN PROPERTY 37 26 34 24 16 16 3 3
DESTRUCTION/DAMAGE PROPERTY 1,278 1,213 350 285 77 80 42 29
DRUG/NARCOTIC OFFENSES 713 753 689 726 360 373 57 54
DRUG/NARCOTIC 375 377 360 359 335 338 56 54
DRUG EQUIPMENT 338 376 329 367 25 35 1 0
SEXUAL OFFENSES, NON-FORCIBLE 1 10 1 3 1 2 0 0
INCEST 0 1 0 1 0 1 0 0
STATUTORY RAPE 1 9 1 2 1 1 0 0
PORNOGRAPHY/OBSCENE MATERIAL 2 0 2 0 2 0 1 0
GAMBLING OFFENSES 3 1 3 1 2 0 1 0
PROSTITUTION TOTAL 12 14 12 14 10 7 0 0
PROSTITUTION 0 10 0 10 0 5 0 0
PROMOTING PROSTITUTION 12 4 12 4 10 2 0 0
BRIBERY 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 0
WEAPONS LAW VIOLATIONS 139 152 117 130 17 21 12 10
TOTAL PART A OFFENSES 6,003 6,265 3,641 3,795 1,815 2,020 484 470
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Crashes
Five Year Comparison
3,000
2,366 2,321
2,500 2,310
2,236
2,137
2,000
1,500
A
1,000
500
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Crashes Breakdown
Five Year Comparison
1,600
1,400 1,348
1,320 1,321
1,300 1,297
1,200
1,000
800
644
601 589 563
600 515
424 423 401
400 325
301
200
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
PROPERTY DAMAGE PRIVATE PROPERTY PI & FATAL
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Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Traffic Crash Summary
TRAFFIC CRASH SUMMARY 2006 2007
TOTAL ACCIDENTS* 2,236 2,137
FATAL ACCIDENTS 6 1
PERSONAL INJURY ACCIDENTS 319 300
PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENTS 1,348 1,321
PERSONS KILLED 7 1
PERSONS INJURED 440 402
PRIVATE PROPERTY ACCIDENTS 563 515
*Total does not include 838 non-reportable accidents for 2006, and 868 non-reportable accidents for 2007.
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Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Traffic Arrests
Five Year Comparison
24,000
20,238
18,664 19,247
20,000
18,112
15,478
16,000
12,000
8,000
4,000
0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
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Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Traffic Arrest Summary
CLASSIFICATION OF VIOLATIONS NUMBER OF ARRESTS
2006 2007
DANGEROUS MOVING VIOLATIONS
DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE 197 207
SPEEDING 4,889 4,789
RIGHT OF WAY 190 201
FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY 177 222
STOP SIGN 502 545
TRAFFIC SIGNAL 303 316
CARELESS OR INATTENTIVE DRIVING 854 764
SUBTOTAL 7,112 7,044
LICENSE & REGISTRATION VIOLATIONS
LICENSE VIOLATIONS 988 1,090
SUSPENSION & REVOCATION 1,097 1,284
REGISTRATION & TITLE 4,996 6,269
SUBTOTAL 7,081 8,643
OTHER VIOLATIONS
SEATBELT VIOLATIONS 2,993 2,969
CHILD RESTRAINT VIOLATIONS 136 118
LEAVING THE SCENE OF AN ACCIDENT 79 88
FAILURE TO REPORT AN ACCIDENT 19 20
EQUIPMENT VIOLATIONS 174 217
ALL OTHER VIOLATIONS 518 148
SUBTOTAL 3,919 3,560
GRAND TOTAL 18,112 19,247
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Police Revenue
Parking Fines and Reports
$450,000
$392,574
$400,000
$331,099
$350,000 $328,718
$319,056
$292,266
$300,000
$250,000
$200,000
$150,000
$100,000
$50,000
$0
2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
MISC REVENUE PARKING TICKETS 911 REVENUE TOTAL
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Dover Police Department
Annual Report
City Ordinance Summons and Cash Receipts
CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS ISSUED PAID DISMISSED
2006 2007 2006 2007 2006 2007
Parking 7,531 7,474 5,449 4,914 308 237
Handicap 316 230 143 57 92 78
Fire Lane 244 220 165 116 9 16
False Alarm 534 588 483 473 11 21
Loud Noise 377 262 221 128 4 4
Underage Consumption 99 159 79 122 1 1
Animals 175 75 125 99 15 19
Inspections/City Hall 413 474 108 152 59 100
Other 363 471 194 152 33 3
TOTALS 10,052 9,953 6,967 6,213 532 479
CASH RECEIPTS 2006 2007
City Ordinance Summons $223,824.60 $234,306.00
Police Reports $41,120.00 $40,160.00
Taxi License $0.00 $0.00
Bicycle License $2.00 $1.75
Miscellaneous $58.75 $261.00
TOTALS $265,005.35 $274,728.75
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Miscellaneous Calls for Service
MISCELLANEOUS CALLS FOR SERVICES
This refers to the category in which the dispatcher classified the call for service.
SERVICE REQUEST TYPE 2006 2007
ALARMS 2,359 2,271
ANIMAL 1,034 1,052
ASSIST OTHER AGENCY 454 463
CITY ORDINANCE VIOLATION COMPLAINTS 120 82
DRUG OVERDOSE 36 43
ESCORTS, INCLUDES CITY HALL 384 290
LOCK JOCK 1,964 1,735
LOST/FOUND PROPERTY 460 395
LOUD MUSIC 411 243
COMMUNITY SERVICE REQUESTS 213 169
MEGAN'S LAW (SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION) 401 490
MENTAL PATIENT 221 163
MISSING PERSONS 343 339
NOISE 973 950
PROTECTION FROM ABUSE ORDER VIOLATIONS 60 54
PROPERTY CHECK 128 98
PROPERTY RETRIEVAL 177 224
PUBLIC ASSISTANCE 223 283
SUDDEN DEATH 19 23
SUICIDE (includes attempts) 82 93
TRAFFIC REQUEST 244 251
UNSECURED BUILDING 102 116
TOTAL 10,408 9,827
STATUS/DISPOSITION OF CALLS RECEIVED
This refers to the category in which the dispatcher or officer classified the result of the call for service
2006 2007
REPORT REQUIRED 7,931 9,958
NO REPORT REQUIRED 10,774 9,317
CANCELED PRIOR TO OFFICER ARRIVAL 562 485
CRIME PREVENTION CHECK PERFORMED 92 139
NO REPORT - AREA CHECKED W/NEGATIVE RESULTS 4,437 5,153
NO REPORT - FALSE ALARM 2,039 1,939
CLEARED - LOCK JOCK SUCCESSFUL 1,395 1,277
CLEARED - LOCK JOCK UNSUCCESSFUL 405 337
TURNED OVER TO ANOTHER AGENCY 74 103
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City of Dover Police Department
Annual Report
Time Distribution Hours
TIME DISTRIBUTION, HOURS 2006 2007
Total on Duty 151,193.00 155,790.00
Criminal Investigation 69,969.00 75,057.00
Accident Investigation 5,581.00 5,493.00
Special Duty 25,239.00 24,871.00
Foot Patrol 765.00 799.00
Station Duty 12,175.00 12,667.00
Motor Patrol 16,802.50 16,538.00
Traffic Duty 606.50 621.00
Court 6,022.00 5,488.00
Administrative 14,033.00 14,256.00
Sick* 3,155.00 3,812.00
*sick time not included in total
PERSONNEL STRENGTH 2006 2007
Authorized Strength 90 91
Actual Strength 89 91
MISCELLANEOUS CONTACTS 2006 2007
Traffic Reprimands 2,580 2,395
Crime Prevention Checks 2,287 2,204
Building/Door Checks 32,940 33,524
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DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT
2007 GRANT FUNDING SUMMARY
Total
Name Grant # Description Source Remarks
Auth
State Aid to Local Law Various Various Law Enforcement State - Public 48,001.90 Annual grant
Enforcement (SALLE) Equipment Items Safety
Grants
Emergency Illegal Drug Various Various Drug Enforcement State - Public 25,626.19 Annual grant
Enforcement (EIDE) Equipment Items and Safety
Grants Informant funds
State Law Enforcement 05-072 SLEAF - Autocite System State Attorney 11,000.00
Assistance Fund Upgrade General's Office
(SLEAF) Grant
SLEAF Grant 05-075 MDCs & Docking Stations State Attorney 31,500.00
General's Office
SLEAF Grant 06-019 Computer Server & 800 MHz State Attorney 10,400.00
Batteries General's Office
SLEAF Grant 06-045 MDCs & Docking Stations State Attorney 29,000.00
General's Office
Funds requested from and approved
SLEAF Grant 06-062 39 Tasers State Attorney 46,085.00
by the SLEAF committee for specific
General's Office
equipment items
SLEAF Grant 07-015 DE Police Chiefs' Council State Attorney 48,840.00
Grant General's Office
SLEAF Grant 07-026 Tasers State Attorney 48,840.00
General's Office
SLEAF Grant 07-062 Digital recordng equipment, State Attorney 38,785.00
recruiting course & General's Office
MERCOM sys upgrade
SLEAF Grant 08-111 MCU equip/computer & State Attorney 56,485.00
silent dispatch upgrades General's Office
Edward G. Byrne 06DJBX0626 In-car cameras USDOJ 22,076.00 Provided joint funds for Dover PD and
Memorial Fund Grant Kent County Law Enforcement. The
County waived its share.
Edward G. Byrne 07DJBX0362 Vehicle key box, laser USDOJ 37,584.00 Provided joint funds for Dover PD and
Memorial Fund Grant printer, ICOP in-car Kent County Law Enforcement. The
cameras, duty weapon County waived its share.
holsters & vehicle light bar
Community Oriented 04SHWX0172 Funds requested for the USDOJ 250,000.00 Federal portion of three year grant
Policing Service (COPS) School Resource Officer program - expires on 3/31/08
Grant (2 officers) Program (Dover High and
Central Middle Schools)
COPS Grant (4 officers) 02UMWX0138 Funds requested from the USDOJ 300,000.00 Federal portion of three year grant
Universal Hiring Program for program - expired on 2/28/07
additional law enforcement
officers
Highway Safety Grant Funds additional State - Public 36,240.00 Annual grant
enforcement hours in the Safety
areas of impaired driving,
occupant protection and
Total Open Grants 1,040,463.09
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Officers of the Quarter
1st Quarter
PFC Robert Barrett
2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter
Ptlm. Peter Martinek MCpl. Jason Pires
4th Quarter
Cpl. Christian White
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Civilians of the Quarter
1st Quarter
Parking Enforcement Officer John Boyer
2nd Quarter 3rd Quarter
Dispatcher M. Bradley Holloway Police Clerk Karen Hudson
4th Quarter
Dispatcher Chad Davis
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Officer and Civilian
of the
Year 2007
Ptlm. Peter Martinek and Mrs. Karen Hudson
A member of the Dover Police Department since 2005, Ptlm. Martinek was named
Officer of the Quarter for the 2nd quarter of 2007, in recognition of his outstanding performance
as a patrol officer whereas; his aggressive style of enforcement and dedication has resulted in a
high number of drug and weapons arrests. Ptlm. Peter Martinek truly exemplifies the term
"Dover's Finest".
A member of the Dover Police Department since 1999, Karen was named Civilian of the
Quarter for the 3rd Quarter of 2007. In recognition of her dedication and devotion not only to the
police department but specifically to her unit, Karen assumed extra work and volunteered for
many assignments to help the Records Unit prepare for a huge undertaking, a LEISS/CAD
interface test. Karen clearly has earned the honor of being named Civilian of the Year.
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Retirements
Sgt. Mutter retires with 23 years of service
New Officers
Mayor Williams swears in Ptlm. Joseph Bauer
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Promotions
Every year officers of the Dover Police Department take part in a highly competitive promotion
process. The following officers were promoted during the year 2007:
Glenn Virdin to Sergeant
E. Keith Hester to Master Corporal
Jeffery Welch to Corporal
G. Michael Harmon to Corporal
Matthew Knight to Corporal
Derek Lawson to Corporal
Michael Wisniewski to Corporal
Mark Hoffman to Patrolman First Class
Kevin Streadwick to Patrolman First Class
Congratulations to these fine officers on their promotions.
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Awards Ceremonies
The Dover Police Department holds two Award Ceremonies each year.
Officers and civilians earned the following awards in 2007:
• 1 Life Saving Commendation
• 1 Exceptional Performance Commendation
• 1 Distinguished Unit Commendation
• 6 DUI Awards
• 7 Service Achievement Awards
• 7 Safe Driving Awards
• 1 Loyal Service Award
• 22 Perfect Attendance Awards
Top to Bottom: PFC James Stubbs accepts his Life Saving Commendation, Cpl. White accepts his Exceptional Performance Commendation,
SEU’s Motorcycle Section receives their Distinguished Unit Commendation, Ptlm. Martinek & PFC Streadwick accept their DUI Award, Sgt.
Kent & PFC Barrett accept their Safe Driving Award, Ms. Nancy Frazier accepts her 15 year Loyal Service Award.
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Awards Given by Other Agencies
Crime Stoppers’ Officer of the Year ASIS Officer of the Year
MCpl. J. Eric Richardson Cpl. Lawrence Simpkiss
Delaware State Police Challenge Coin
Lt. James Hosfelt
M.A.D.D. Awards
1st Row:
PFC Gott, PFC Guiteras, PFC Streadwick,
PFC Stubbs,
2nd Row:
Ptlm. Bumgarner, Ptlm. Martinek, Ptlm. Webster
Not Pictured:
Ptlm. Miller, Ptlm. Musemici
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Dover Police Department
2007 Organizational Chart
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Staff
1st Row: Capt. Sammons, Chief Jeffrey Horvath, Major Taraila, Capt. Boney
2nd Row: Lt. Hosfelt, Lt. Getek, Robin Adkins, Patricia Virdin, Lt. Counselman, Lt. Bernat
Chief of Police: Jeffrey Horvath
Deputy Chief: Raymond Taraila
Operations Division Commander: Lester Boney
Administration Division Commander: Ray Sammons
Criminal Investigations Unit Commander: James Hosfelt
Patrol Unit Commander: Benton Counselman
Internal Affairs Unit Commander: Steven Getek
Special Enforcement Unit Commander: Paul Bernat
Police Resources Manager: Robin Adkins
Records Unit Administrator: Patricia Virdin
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Police Chaplain
The Police Department has one civilian holding the honorary rank of Captain in the position of
Police Chaplain. Chaplain Wallace Dixon provides the blessing and benedictions at ceremonial
functions. He also offers spiritual guidance and help to both sworn officers and civilian
members of the department.
Chaplain Wallace Dixon
Special Operations Response Team
(S.O.R.T.)
The Special Operations Response Team is comprised of 14 veteran officers. Officers are only
considered for this special assignment upon completion of extensive physical testing as well as
firearms proficiency. The Special Operations Response Team is highly trained in the areas of
hostage rescue, barricaded subjects, and high risk warrant service. During 2007, this extremely
motivated team of veteran officers completed over 140 hours of specialized training.
Additionally, the Special Operations Response Team executed numerous high-risk search
warrants in support of the Drugs, Vice, and Organized Crime Section.
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Crisis Negotiation
Team (C.N.T.)
The Crisis Negotiation Team is a part time
specialized unit comprised of nine veteran officers
of the Dover Police Department, whose mission is
to respond to all Barricade and Hostage
situations. The senior member of the team is
assigned the duties of C.N.T. Commander, while
the other members of the team rotate their
assignments as dictated by the mission. The C.N.T.
Commander reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Police who is also responsible for
authorizing their activation. Once activated the Crisis Negotiation Team focuses their resources
on establishing personal contact with the individual involved. Once contact is established C.N.T.
uses the opportunity to appraise, evaluate and gather intelligence in order to resolve the crisis as
quickly as possible. In 2007, the Crisis Negotiation Team was activated on one occasion for a
subject that had fired shots within a residence after threatening to kill himself. The Crisis
Negotiation Team negotiated with the barricaded subject, and he later surrendered to members
of S.O.R.T. In June of 2007, C.N.T. participated in an all day exercise with the Milford Police
Department’s Special Operations Group. The Crisis Negotiation Team also maintains their
proficiency through bi-monthly training exercises, two of which include joint training with
SORT. Throughout 2007 members of the Crisis Negotiation Team attended continuing education
courses designed to enhance the teams’ capabilities.
Internal Affairs
The Internal Affairs Unit is staffed with one sworn officer who
holds the rank of Lieutenant. The mission of the Internal
Affairs Unit is to ensure the integrity of the Police Department
by maintaining an internal system that is objective, fair, and
equitable in its methods of internal investigation. The Internal
Affairs Office is responsible for investigating allegations of
misconduct by employees both sworn and civilian. The Internal
Affairs Unit also investigates all complaints or allegations of
corruption, use of excessive force, breach of civil rights,
criminal misconduct, and violations of department policy. This
office is tasked with working directly with the City Solicitor in
responding to civil actions.
Lt. Steven Getek
In addition to its primary duties, the Internal Affairs Office retains an active role in training new
recruits along with local citizens who attend the Citizens Police Academy.
New employees are acquainted with the function of the Internal Affairs Office, including an
overview of rules, regulations and job performance standards. Internal Affairs is also tasked
with several other responsibilities including the inspection of departmental equipment, vehicles,
and evidence storage facilities.
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Public Information Officer
The Public Information Officer (P.I.O.) is responsible for disseminating information to the media
and the public. This is primarily accomplished by publishing information and photos on the
department web page, which can be accessed at www.doverpolice.org. The P.I.O. also has
regular contact with journalists from newspaper, radio, and television and gives both telephone
and in- person interviews. Additionally, the Public Information Officer is often called upon to
serve as emcee during functions such as promotion & award ceremonies, and retirement
dinners.
Capt. Lester Boney
Criminal Investigation Unit
Detective Section
Detective Knight processes a crime scene.
The Dover Police Department’s Detective Section is tasked with the responsibility to investigate
the most serious crimes that occur within the City of Dover. This section also conducts financial
and identity theft investigations. In addition to these duties they are called upon to perform
background investigations of all civilian and police applicants who are being considered for
employment. In 2007, the seven detectives assigned to the section investigated a total of 3,275
complaints. As a result of their investigations, they cleared 96% of those complaints. A review
of the complaints investigated revealed an increase of robberies reported. As a result of the
investigations conducted by this section, 48% of burglaries and 64% of robberies reported were
cleared. Additionally, the Criminal Investigations Unit cleared 98% of the rape complaints they
investigated. These clearance rates are significantly higher than the national average and it
speaks volumes for the officer’s investigative abilities.
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Drugs, Vice, & Organized Crime Section
D.V.O.C.
The Drugs, Vice, and Organized Crime Section is comprised of five Dover Police officers who
work in an undercover or plain clothes capacity. All five officers working in concert are
committed to eliminating the use and sale of illegal drugs, counterfeit merchandise, and
prostitution from the City of Dover. Because of their dedication and commitment, the D.V.O.C.
Section experienced a 6% increase over the previous year’s record totals
in drug and vice arrests. As a result of this increase in arrests, the unit
seized a large number of illegal drugs and money. These seizure totals
include 30,512 grams of cocaine, 27,325 grams of marijuana, and
$75,648.00. The Drugs, Vice, and Organized Crime Section takes great
pride in the working relationships it has established and maintained with
the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and the Delaware
Department of Probation and Parole.
D.E.A. Task Force
The Dover Police Department continued its
ongoing relationship with the Drug Enforcement
Administration (DEA) during 2007. The local
DEA Task Force is comprised of detectives from
local and state police agencies who work in
conjunction with federal agents from the Drug
Enforcement Administration. The Dover Police
Department continues to provide two officers to
work with this federal task force.
Operation Safe Streets
In addition to the Drug Unit and the DEA Task Force, the Dover Police Department continues to
support the Governors statewide initiative “Operation Safe Streets”. Two Dover Police Officers
work along side officers from Delaware Probation and Parole. Together they concentrate their
efforts on street level sales of illegal narcotics, as well as, current probationers who reside
within the city limits of Dover.
Operation Disarm Task Force
In 2007, the Dover Police Department continued it’s commitment to Operation Disarm Task
Force. During the past year, the task force has performed numerous seizures of guns, drugs, and
currency. The task force also assists the department’s detective section in recovering ballistic
evidence and processing seized weapons. In addition to their investigative duties, the Operation
Disarm Task Force made periodic stops at local schools to educate youth. Through McGruff the
Crime Dog, they educated the students about handgun violence and proper gun safety.
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Juvenile Section
Left to right: Officer Todd and Officer Woody take part in Wm. Henry Middle School’s Positive Behavior Activity
The juvenile section consists of four officers, two certified D.A.R.E. Officers and two School
Resource Officers. The D.A.R.E. Officers, MCpl. Todd Case (Officer Todd) and Cpl. Charles
Woodard (Officer Woody), instruct students attending both the Capital School and Caesar
Rodney School Districts in the D.A.R.E. Program. In addition to the classroom instruction,
Officer Todd and Officer Woody maintain a highly visible presence in the 17 schools that are
within the city limits of Dover. The School Resource Officer (S.R.O.) program is in its fourth
year of existence because of a partnership entered into by the Dover Police Department and the
Capital School District. MCpl. Keith Hester is assigned to Central Middle School and Cpl.
Danny Ranger is assigned to Dover High School as the S.R.O.’s. Both officers regularly teach
various classes in regards to health and safety issues, as well as, patrol the school grounds and
attend after school functions, such as sporting event and proms.
The youth section also handles criminal complaints throughout the year involving crimes against
juveniles and crimes committed by juveniles.
S.R.O. Keith Hester teaches gun safety S.R.O. Danny Ranger greets the students
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911 Center
Dispatcher Brad Holloway answers the 911 telephone line
The Dover Police Department’s 911 Center is the first point of contact for emergency services
provided to the residents and visitors of Dover. The 911 Center operates 24 hours a day 7 days
a week providing police, fire and emergency medical services. Eleven full-time dispatchers staff
the 911 Center. Once a call is received by a dispatcher, he/she will obtain the pertinent
information necessary, prioritize the complaint, and then dispatch the necessary officers. They
ensure that the appropriate emergency services are promptly dispatched. Dispatchers constantly
monitor an officer’s status, such as when on a vehicle stop, or on a complaint. Dispatchers are
tasked with staying in constant communication with officers via the 800 MHz radio system and in
car computers. When not busy on the telephone or radio, dispatcher’s duties include criminal
history checks, data entry of wanted persons, missing persons, stolen guns, property, and
vehicles in the local system (DELJIS) and National Crime Information Center (NCIC).
Dispatchers are responsible dedicated employees who work very hard to help keep the citizens
and officers safe. In 2007, the 911 center received 131,244 telephone calls. Of those calls,
26,443 were received on the 911 emergency telephone lines. The 911 center averaged 360 calls
daily.
Dispatcher Knowles checks the status of an officer.
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Patrol Unit
Pictures left to right: Cpl. Kuntzi provides traffic enforcement, PFC Hoffman exits vehicle for a traffic stop
The primary responsibility of the Patrol Unit is responding to calls for service to the community
twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week. These calls for service include criminal complaints,
motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies and other various requests for assistance.
Patrol officers are the first responders to a variety of incidents thus protecting the life and
property of the citizens of the City of Dover while at the same time proactively enforcing all
aspects of the law.
The Patrol Unit consists of four Platoons, who staff the department. To provide the very best
service to the public, a typical Platoon consists of officers with the following specialized
training:
• Accident investigation and reconstruction
• Special Operations Response Team
• Crisis negotiators
• Shift investigators
• K-9 Officers
• Field Training Officers
• Firearms instructors
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Crash Investigation & Reconstruction
Team
The City of Dover Police Department investigated 2,137 traffic crashes in 2007. This was an
overall reduction of 4% less crashes in 2007 than 2006. Patrol Officers investigate property
damage and personal injury crashes. The Dover Police Department experienced a 6% reduction
in personal injury crashes and a 9% reduction in persons injured from crashes. More
significantly, the Dover Police Department investigated only one fatal injury crash in 2007,
compared to seven fatal injury crashes in 2006. In the event of fatal crashes, serious injury
crashes, hazardous material crashes, and crashes involving police officers, the Dover Police
Department relies on the highly trained Accident Investigation and Reconstruction Team. The
Reconstruction Team is made up of five officers. Each platoon is assigned a team member. The
Reconstruction Officers have received training and practical application in the following areas:
• Traffic Crash Reconstruction from the Institute of Police Training and Management
• Advance Traffic Crash Investigation from the Institute of Police Training and
Management.
• CAD Zone /crash zone computer aided drafting
• Sokkia Total Station for surveying
• Advance Accident Investigation
• Crash data retrieval programming
Photos clockwise: MCpl. Sherwood, MCpl. Hermance, and Cpl.
Simpkiss investigate accidents within the City of Dover.
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K-9 Officers & Their Partners
Cpl. Chandler, Cpl. Welch, & Kit perform a K-9 Demonstration at the Little School.
The Dover Police Department has a total of four police canines. All Dover Police canines
undergo extensive training in order to perform their duties. Each Patrol Platoon is assigned a
K-9 Officer along with his partner. Police canines are cross-trained for explosive detection,
drug detection and terrain & building searches. Police canines often assist officers in the
apprehension of dangerous felons, suspects resisting arrest and suspects fleeing crime scenes.
Collision, Awareness, Responsibility
& Safety Program (C.A.R.S.)
The Dover Police Department’s C.A.R.S. program was developed for high school students
enrolled in Driver’s Education. The Department teamed up with Dover High School & Campus
Community School and started teaching this program in the fall of 2004. The 90-minute block of
instruction was created and is taught by officers specially trained in Accident Reconstruction.
The core topics are: common violations that result in accidents, occupant protection (seat
belts/airbags), decision-making, and what to do if involved in an accident.
The purpose of the course is to teach our new motorists the harsh reality of motor vehicle
accidents from the grim point of view of the officer who investigates them. The ultimate goal is
to take a proactive measure in an attempt to keep our youth safe. The course will be taught
throughout the school year. On average, this program is taught to 425 students per school year.
PFC Hermance instructs class
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Emergency Preparedness
2007 Ambulance Request Totals
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As part of the Dover Police Department’s responsibility for Emergency Preparedness, Lt. Paul
M. Bernat attends bimonthly meetings of the Local Emergency Planning Commission and serves
as a liaison between the ambulance service provider and the City of Dover. Lt. Bernat also
attends monthly meetings of the Delaware Homeland Security Terrorism Preparedness Working
Group. This group addresses Delaware’s domestic preparedness issues and policies on such
matters as equipment, training, exercise, and planning.
Emergency Calls Average Response Tim e
500 19:12
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Electronic Red Light Safety Program
In 2004, the City of Dover & the Dover Police Department entered into an agreement with the
State of Delaware, Department of Transportation to support six intersections, which would be
monitored by video cameras in an effort to deter motorists from running red lights at these
specific intersections. The City currently has cameras on line monitoring 6 intersections. In
2007, the Electronic Red Light Safety Program issued a total of 16,670 citations. The majority of
these violations occurred at major intersections on the highway. These intersections were
selected to be monitored based on a study of side impact crashes.
Sgt. McKeown reviews red light violations
Dover Police Department
Red Light Video Camera
Statistics 2007
Red Light Video (Seven Cameras)
Citations Citations
Intersection Issued for Issued for
2006 2007
Governor’s Avenue S/B @ North Street 983 561
US Route 13 S/B @ Division Street 4,733 3,885
US Route 13 N/B @ White Oak Road 6,192 5,123
US Route 13 N/B @ Loockerman Street Left Turn 2,714 2,409
US Route 13 N/B @ Roosevelt Avenue 336 300
US Route 13 N/B @ Webb’s Lane 2,118 1,927
US Route 13 S/B @ Webb’s Lane 2,773 2,465
Total Citations Issued 19,849 16,670
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Motorcycle Section
Motorcycle Section Traffic
Arrest Totals
12,000
8,301 7,715 8,223 8,423
8,000
4,000
0
2004 2005 2006 2007 Lt. Paul Bernat, Cpl. Gist, Cpl. Minor, PFC Allen,
Cpl. White, MCpl. Fortney & Sgt McKeown
The Motorcycle Section had an exceptional year for 2007. In 2007, the Motorcycle Section
issued the most traffic arrests by the section since its inception. This industrious proactive traffic
enforcement is the direct result of teamwork.
The Motorcycle Section has become known as a model
motorcycle section within the State of Delaware. This
became evident when the Dover Police Department hosted
the 7th Annual State of Delaware Motor Officer
Championship in October 2007. Once again, Dover
Police Department was well represented. Dover Officers
competed in the Advanced Category. PFC Brian Allen
took second place, (He lost to the first place competitor
from New Castle County Police Department by .16
seconds.) Cpl. David Minor placed third, Cpl. David Gist
placed fourth, MCpl. Jack Fortney placed fifth and Cpl.
Christian White placed seventh overall.
The Team Category was dominated by the Dover team.
The championship team was Cpl. Christian White and
PFC Brian Allen. Second Place was captured by Cpl.
David Minor and Cpl. David Gist. The Delaware State
Police Team took third place. (10 seconds behind the
second place DPD Team.)
2007 Motor Officer Challenge
Top to Bottom: Cpl. White, PFC Allen, Cpl. Gist,
Left to Right: MCpl. Fortney, & Cpl. Minor
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Parking Enforcement
The Dover Police Department currently employs two parking enforcement officers; John Boyer
and Frank Hutchins. These civilian officers are tasked with ensuring public compliance with
parking regulations such as handicap zones, fire lanes, two hour parking, metered and permit
parking throughout various city parking lots, and residential parking. The primary focus of this
enforcement is directed towards the downtown area of the city. Together, these officers issued
over 4,150 summonses in 2007.
C. Frank Hutchins John Boyer
Animal Control Officer
The Animal Control Section is a civilian position filled by Animal Control Officer (ACO) Mark
Moore. Animal Control provides an invaluable service to the community. The Department’s
Animal Control Officer’s primary responsibility is to ensure that neighborhoods are free of stray
or potentially vicious animals, both domesticated and wild.
In 2007, Animal Control Officer Mark Moore
apprehended and transported 227 such
animals to the Kent County S.P.C.A. In
addition, he also investigates cruelty to
animal complaints to ensure that
domesticated animals are treated humanely
as set forth by law.
The Animal Control officer also serves the
public by assisting motorists who lock
themselves out of their vehicles.
Officer Moore handled 292 such requests in
2007.
Animal Control Officer Mark Moore
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Community Policing Section
There are two units in this section; Quality of
Life Neighborhood Enforcement Team
(QOLNET) and Community Policing Section
.These Units are lead by Sergeant Alan Rachko
and Master Corporal Chad Bernat. Each unit
consists of four officers with Sergeant Rachko
working directly with QOLNET and Master
Corporal Bernat with the Community Policing
Section. QOLNET focuses on quality of life
violations and through strict enforcement they
continue to make a positive impact with
compliance. QOLNET: PFC Fioravaniti, PFC Davis, Sgt. Rachko, PFC Barrett
In 2007, the Quality of Life Neighborhood Enforcement Team made 466 Criminal Arrests, and
232 drug related arrests. They also apprehended 148 fugitives. In addition, QOLNET issued
over 800 Dover City Ordinances, which include noise, alcohol, parking and City Park violations.
QOLNET and the Community Policing Section continue to be a leader in the state with an
innovative and stringent sex offender management system. Under this new plan the Dover Police
Department has been able to keep all registered offenders in Dover accounted for. The City of
Dover currently has 153 registered sex offenders. The Community Policing Section issued
twenty-six warrants for failing to comply with the guidelines during this year. Due to the
relentless effort of QOLNET and Community Policing, twenty-five of the twenty-six were
apprehended in 2007.
The Community Policing Section continues to work with the Crime Free Multi Housing
Program, TRIAD, Community Associations, Neighborhood Watch groups, and extensively with
the Special Olympics. The CPU is truly the bridge between the Dover Police Department and
the community.
Left to Right: Cpl. Harmon carries the Torch for Special Olympics. PFC Barrett drives the train
during National Night Out. PFC Price coordinates the tricycle races during National Night Out.
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Police Resources
Manager
This civilian position is responsible for the management of all
the resource functions in the department. The Resources
Manager performs all financial functions associated with
grants and grant management as well as the department’s
budget. In addition, Ms. Adkins supervises four subordinates
who are responsible for fleet management, purchasing,
building maintenance, evidence and photography duties.
Mrs. Robin Adkins
Central Services
Coordinator
This position is also designated as a civilian position. The
Central Services Coordinator takes care of a wide range of
duties including the maintenance/repair of our vehicle fleet,
office equipment and specialized police equipment. Mr.
Timothy Mutter purchases all departmental supplies and
equipment, issues all department uniforms, and officer
equipment, and supervises building maintenance and
evidence/photography personnel.
Mr. Tim Mutter
Evidence Technician / Photographer
Evidence accountability is a critical function in the department. Mr. Neylan performs all
functions associated with controlling over 10,000 articles of department evidence. In addition,
he is responsible for photographing crime scenes and other police functions. Mr. Neylan is often
requested to photograph other city department events.
Mr. Robert Neylan takes photos during a K-9 demostration
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Building Maintenance
Mr. Ronald Short
Mr. Tom Stubbs
Keeping the building clean and safe is an important, but difficult function in the department. To
do this, the department has one full time (Mr. Short) and one part time (Mr. Stubbs) civilians. In
addition, these gentlemen schedule and coordinate inspections, services and maintenance for all
of the many building facilities and systems.
Records Unit
The Records Unit consists of six civilian employees who are supervised by a civilian manager;
Mrs. Patricia Virdin. The unit is responsible for all documents generated by the Police
Department. These documents include all criminal reports, arrest reports, traffic collision
reports, traffic citations, and city ordinance summons which
are submitted to the Records Unit for review, data input,
storage, and archiving. The Dover Police Records Unit is
one of only three municipal police agencies in the state who
are authorized to directly input data into the State of
Delaware’s Justice Information System (DELJIS).
In addition, the Records Unit is tasked with processing
and verifying the department’s payroll
prior to submitting it to City Finance Office.
Standing left to right: Karen Hudson, Nancy
Frazier, Elizabeth Parsons, Sharon Walker, Patricia
Virdin, Lauren Taylor
Sitting: Lisa Hoffer
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Planning & Training Section
Training Hours
Firearms
14,000
605 Training
12,000
670 597
10,000 631
8,000
646
11,99410,531 Law
6,000
9,877 10,757 Enforcement
4,000 8,073
2,000 Training
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2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
Lt. Hosfelt and Chief Horvath attend DEMA Training
The Planning and Training Section is responsible for all aspects of training, recruitment, and
applicant testing. Planning and Training ensures that the all sworn and civilian members of the
department receive training in compliance with the standards established by the Delaware
Council on Police Training (C.O.P.T.), Departmental Policies, C.A.L.E.A. standards, and
Federal mandates. The Planning and Training section also provides training to outside agencies
that request assistance with training their needs. The unit coordinates the Citizen’s Police
Academy and is responsible for all newly hired police officers through their completion of the
Field Training Program. Throughout the year Planning and Training participates in various job
fairs in the local region in an effort to recruit qualified and diverse applicants.
In 2007 the Planning and Training Section coordinated a total of 10,930 hours of training for
the department’s certified officers and 198 hours of training for the civilian employees.
Major training accomplishments in 2007 were:
• In January of 2007 Dover Police Department and Wilmington Police Department hosted
a 40 hour Certified Instructor course for twenty-two police officers.
• During the month of March all police officers participated in “Active Shooter Response”
training.
• The D.V.O.C. Section attended four gang awareness training conferences that were
instructed by regionally and nationally recognized experts.
• Both School Resource Officers obtained Basic SRO Certification and participated in the
National SRO Conference.
• One officer was trained as a Reality Based Firearms Instructor.
• One officer attended Advanced Collision Investigations, an 80 hour course.
• Two Detectives received extensive training in Forensic Interviewing of Children.
• One detective received training as a Fire and Arson Investigator.
• During 2007, all civilian and sworn members of the department completed mandatory
N.I.M.S. training and moved to 100% compliance.
• One member of the Crisis Negotiation team received extensive training in S.A.F.E.
Negotiations
• The department provided 7 weeks of extensive Reciprocity Training for a newly hired
officer.
• In February, three police officers completed the DSP Academy and successfully
completed the Field Training Program in April.
• One canine officer and his partner were certified in Narcotics detection.
• All officers were certified in the use of the TASER.
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Citizen’s Police Academy
19th Graduating Class 20th Graduating Class
The Citizens’ Police Academy is a 12 week program designed to expose the student to the
various functions of the Dover Police Department. The goal of the program is to cultivate lasting
relationships between law enforcement and the community. The curriculum is presented in a
classroom setting that also offers many hands on opportunities. A ride along with a patrol officer
for a full shift is also offered to the student. The blocks of instruction are arranged in a manner
that allows each week to build upon the previous block of instruction. On the final night of class
the Dover Police Department hosts a formal graduation ceremony in the same manner and
tradition that a sworn member of the force would be given. On November 20, 2007, the 20th
Session of the Citizen’s Police Academy graduated 16 students, bringing the total number of
alumni to 275 since the first session was held in 1994.
Accreditation Section
The Accreditation Unit is responsible for organizing and
maintaining the departments’ General Orders, Procedural
Notices, Directive Memoranda, and Rules and Regulations.
This unit is tasked with the duties of making sure that all the
policies issued and updated by the staff of the department are
in compliance with the standards set forth by the Commission
on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (C.A.L.E.A.).
This office is responsible for obtaining actual proof through
documentation that the department is performing up to the 459
C.A.L.E.A. standards. By making sure that the policies and
practices of the department meet the C.A.L.E.A. standards, the
Police Department will be able to retain the prestigious award
of being nationally accredited.
MCpl. Burns inspects the accreditation files
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Victim Services Unit
Ms. Diane Glenn serves as the Department’s Victim Services Coordinator and provides crime
victims with professional assistance and support. Each crime victim and their family are
provided with a supportive environment to assist them through some very difficult times and
decisions in their lives. Our goal is to help lessen the trauma suffered and provide support
throughout the criminal justice process.
Services provided to crime victims and their families vary in each case depending upon the needs
of the individual. Services include: death notifications, crisis intervention, referrals to
community based services, criminal justice updates, court accompaniments, assistance with
filing for violent crime compensation through the state, as well as a host of other services as
needed in each particular case.
The Dover Police Department is committed to the fair, compassionate, and dignified treatment of
all crime victims. We continue to strive to improve and enhance all services related to helping
victims and survivors through such traumatic events.
Below is a statistical breakdown for services provided in 2007:
New Clients Served 131*
Existing Clients Served 76
Total Number of Victims Served 207
*92 Female and 39 male clients
Home Visits 6 Ms. Diane Glenn
Call Outs 7
Crisis Intervention 70
Telephone Contacts 265
In Person Contacts 68
Referrals to Community Services 117
Criminal Justice Information Updates 255
Court Accompaniments 0
Transportation 0
Violent Crime Claims filed on behalf of Victims 29
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Local Area Network Analyst
(LAN Analyst)
Mr. Paul Cookson serves as the Department’s LAN Analyst. He is responsible for all of the
department’s computers, software and hardware. The LAN Analyst is responsible for 80 desktop
computers, 35 mobile data computers, and 17 server based systems. The computer systems
within the department continue to present unique challenges due to the enhanced security
requirements imposed by state and federal mandates governing the criminal justice community.
This position is also responsible for assisting with the design, implementation and purchase of
all items within the department directly and indirectly associated with computerized technology.
LAN Analyst Paul Cookson
Volunteers
The Department currently has two volunteers. These volunteers are Mrs. Irene Denham who has
been with us for 10 years, Mr. Thomas Kelley who has been with us for 12 years. Our volunteers
assist the Records Unit in many different areas and we truly appreciate all the help that they
give us.
Mrs. Irene Denham
Mr. Tom Kelley
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Honor Guard
Dover Police Department’s Honor Guard is comprised of 12 volunteer officers from various
units within the department. The honor guard is called upon for formal police functions and
ceremonies.
Left to Right: Cpl. Harvey Jaksch, Cpl. G. Michael Harmon, Ptlm. Matthew Harmon, MCpl. Kelli Burns
Bagpipers
MCpl. Chad Bernat and MCpl. Christopher Hermance perform at Departmental functions,
parades, ceremonies, and various local events. MCpl. Bernat & MCpl. Hermance became
interested in playing the bagpipes and volunteered their time to train. They occasionally perform
with the Delaware State Police Pipe and Drum Corp.
MCpl. Chad Bernat and MCpl. Christopher Hermance perform at the Old Dover Day’s Parade
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: Council AGENDA ITEM NO.: 02/25/2008
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: City Manager DATE SUBMITTED: 02/19/2008
PREPARED BY: City Manager
SUBJECT: Contract with Tyler\Technology for Assessing Services As Needed
REFERENCE: N/A
RELATED PROJECT: N/A
APPROVALS: City Manager
EXHIBITS: A) Tyler\Technology Time and Material Rates
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: SEE BELOW AMOUNT BUDGETED: SEE BELOW
FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): SEE BELOW
TIMETABLE: Immediate as needed
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Move that the City Manager sign a contract with Tyler\Technology at the
attached rates for assessment services as needed in support of the Tax Assessment Office, waiving the
purchasing policy requirement for Request for Proposals.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
There is a temporary but immediate need for a variety of tax assessing services due to Mr. Capuano’s departure
from City employment. These will include, but are not limited to, commercial appraisals, reviewing
commercial tax appeals, and advising the tax appeal committee. Tyler\Technology is currently under contract
for the City’s CAMA software. Tyler\Technology also provided assessing services during the last interim
period between City Assessors. Tyler\Technology has advised the City that they have staff available for on call
services. Much of the work can be done “off site” with support from the Assistant Assessor Cheryl Russell.
They are currently providing similar services to the Town of Smyrna.
Due to the immediate need for these services and due to the familiarity with the City and its CAMA systems, a
Request for Proposals as called for in the purchasing policy is not recommended at this time. If a more
permanent need for these services are determined to be needed a Request for Proposal will be sought.
The amount of expenditure depends on the length of time it takes to fill the City Assessors position. I expect
expenses to vary from $10,000 – $25,000. The funding for this position will come from the money budgeted
for the City Assessors Salary. In addition to these funds, a “commercial appraiser” position was budgeted for
this year. This position will not be filled until Assessor position is filled.
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Exhibit A
TIME AND MATERIALS RATES
The Tyler\Technology hourly Time and Materials Rates for calendar year 2008 are as follows:
Off-Site On-Site
Senior Company Officer / Director $240.00 $300.00
Company Officer / Manager $205.00 $255.00
Technology Division
Project Manager $160.00 $200.00
Oracle DBA – Senior $140.00 $175.00
Software Developer / Analyst – Senior $140.00 $175.00
Software Developer / Analyst $130.00 $165.00
Business Analyst – Lead $140.00 $175.00
Business Analyst – Senior $115.00 $140.00
Software Developer $105.00 $130.00
Business Analyst $95.00 $120.00
Technical Writer $85.00 $105.00
Administrative Assistant $65.00 $80.00
Client Manager $65.00 $80.00
Appraisal Division
Appraiser – Senior $140.00 $175.00
Appraiser – Commercial $95.00 $120.00
Appraiser – Residential $95.00 $120.00
Data Collector – Commercial $65.00 $80.00
Data Collector – Residential $50.00 $60.00
Data Entry $40.00 $50.00
Clerical $40.00 $50.00
Travel and other out-of-pocket expenses will be billed at direct cost. The above rates are subject to change periodically,
reflecting changes in labor costs, taxes, etc. The Company will notify the Client of said changes in writing.
If Tyler staffing requirements are such that services must be provided using contract labor, whose cost basis is
significantly above what is built into Tyler’s Time and Materials rates, the T&M hourly rates for off-site work performed
at Tyler offices on behalf of the Client for said contractor will be computed to reflect the Company’s cost plus 25%; the
on-site rates for work performed at the Client site will be this cost plus a 50% premium. The Company will notify the
Client in advance when responding to a request using contract labor whose cost will exceed the above fee schedule.
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: City Council AGENDA ITEM NO.: 02/25/2008
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Public Utilities – Electric Eng. DATE SUBMITTED: 02/13/2008
PREPARED BY: Ronald H. Lunt, Public Utilities Director
SUBJECT: Evaluation of Bids – 69 KV Construction Bids for Phase 1 Feeders 3 & 4
REFERENCE: N/A
RELATED PROJECT: N/A
APPROVALS: City Manager, Finance Director
EXHIBITS: Tracking Report
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $2,119,569.39 AMOUNT BUDGETED: $9,457,788
FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): Public Utilities – Electric Engineering, 69 Kv Feeders
3 and 4, CIP page 227 R, Account 487-8300-563-90-26, Project EE0601
TIMETABLE: Contract to be awarded upon Council approval.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends awarding the bid to the low bidder, C.W. Wright
Construction Company for $2,119,569.39 which is comprised of a $2,046,341 base bid, $7,670 for de-
watering, $41,300 for a well point, and $24,258.39 for attenuators.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
This is the construction contract for Phase 1 of the 69 Kv Feeders 3 & 4. A mandatory pre bid was advertised
according to the City purchasing policy by the City’s Purchasing Agent under Bid #08-0055DPU. Nine (9)
potential bidders attended this meeting. Specifications and drawings were distributed to the bidders, their
questions were answered, and they were instructed to submit their proposal by January 30, 2008.
We received four (4) proposal responses. The proposals were evaluated using the following criteria: cost,
experience, references, resources, safety records and exceptions to bid documents. Upon review it was decided
that all four bidders were qualified. The two lowest bidders were interviewed to discuss their experience and
ensure understanding of the project. Both bidders understood the project scope, had experience with this type
of construction, had good references and safety records and both were deemed to be qualified. After a thorough
review both Shaw EDS and Dover staff determined that a contract offer should be extended to the low bidder,
C.W. Wright.
During the interview with C.W. Wright, it was discovered that they were not aware of the new DelDOT Manual
on Uniform Traffic Control Devices publication (which was released after bid opening) and had not included an
attenuator vehicle in their bid price. As allowed by our purchasing policy we negotiated a price and accepted a
final and best offer from them. Including the adders for the Attenuator, dewatering pump and well point
system, should they be required, C.W. Wright was still low bidder. Also included in the proposals each
Contractor submitted unit pricing if in the event change orders become necessary or required beyond the
original scope of the project or if their services are needed to assist the Utility with restoration of the electric
system should we experience severe storm damage.
Below is the summary of the four (4) bid submittals:
C.W. Wright Construction $2,119,569.39
Richardson- Wayland Electrical Co. $2,390,000.00
Dillard Smith $2,736,231.84
Utility Lines $2,817,326.61
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TRACKING REPORT
PROJECT: 69 FEEDERS 3 & 4
Account Number - 487-8300-563.90-26
Project Number - EE0601
Budgeted Amount for FY 07/08 $9,457,788
2008-2012 Capital Investment Plan Page 227R
Name of Action Form/
Date Approved Council/Committee Vendor Expenditure Amount
06/11/07 Approved by Council Authorization to Purchase Cartanza Right-of-Way - Includes $17,649
$17,649.28 for the easement and $32,350.72 for the woodland
clearance and all future spraying. Remainder of $32,350.72 will be
when the woodland area is cleared.
08/13/07 Approved by Council Eval.of Bid - 69KV Underground Cable - Purchased 3,732' of 69KV $240,950
underground cable and 2,940' of 5KV underground cable. Awarded to
HD Supply.
Engineering Service Fees Incurred To Date $245,040
10/22/07 Approved by Council Eval. of Bid - Tapered Steel Structures - To purchase poles and $1,078,747
caisson bases in order to construct the transmission lines for Feeders
3 & 4. Staffs estimated cost for this item was $1,051,000. Bid awared
to low bidder, Pelco Structual.
10/22/07 Approved by Council Eval. of Bid - Cartanza Relay Panels - To purchase (2) relay panels, $33,654
misc. connecting materials, and freight expense. Relay cables have
not yet been purchased which are estmated to be less than $10,000.
Staffs estimated cost for these items was $65,000. Bid awarded to
low bidder, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.
11/13/07 Approved by Council Eval. Of Bid - 795 ACSR - The purchase of 207,396' of aerial $310,679
conductors for Phase I (Cartanza Sub. To St. Jones Sub.) Staff
estimated the total cost of wire to be $607,000. An additional
$12,358 was incurred via a purchase order. Recommendation
is to award to low bidder, American Wire Group.
11/13/07 Approved by Council Eval. Of Bid - Laminated Wood Poles - Puchase thirty-three $260,297
(33) wooden poles (N. Little Creek Rd. to St. Jones Substation)
for Phase I. Staff estimated this cost at $272,000.
Recommendation is to award to low bidder, Laminated Wood
Systems.
11/13/07 Approved by Council Eval. Of Bid - Insulators - 126 Suspension Insulators and 528 $98,880
Horizontal Post Insulators for Phase I. Recommendation is to
award to low bidder, Paresuorces, Inc.
12/10/07 Approved by Council Eval. Of Bid - Substation Structures - Materials needed to $99,957
modify the substation; structural steel, switches, breaker,
buswork, and related ground materials.
12/10/07 Approved by Council Eval. Of Bid - Line Hardware - These are non-stock materials $289,305
for Phase I and will be installed on the overhead & underground
line from Cartanza Sub. to St. Jones Sub.
02/25/07 Pending Council Approval Eval. Of Bid - Construction for Phase l - This contract will $2,119,570
provide the construction and remaining materials for the
completion of the project.
AMOUNT APPROVED FOR EXPENDITURE FOR 07/08 $4,794,729
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CITY OF DOVER
ORDINANCE # 2008-09
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED
AT 442 KINGS HIGHWAY
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within
the limits of the City of Dover; and
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WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted use of
property described below from RG-5 (General Residence Zone for Mid-Rise Apartments) to C-4
(Highway Commercial Zone).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning
Ordinance of the City of Dover have been amended by changing the zoning designation from
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RG-5 (General Residence Zone for Mid-Rise Apartments) to C-4 (Highway Commercial
Zone) on that property located at 442 Kings Highway, owned by Luther Senior Services of
Dover.
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Parcel ID: ED-05-068.18-01-09.00-000
Acres: 0.37 +/- Total The material is for reference purposes only,
Council District 3 and the City makes no warranty, representation,
or guaranty as to the accuracy of the material.
Current Zoning: RG-5 (General Residence)
The material is in the public domain and may be
Proposed Zoning: C-4 (Highway Commercial) copied without permission.
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1 CITY OF DOVER
2 ORDINANCE #2008-08
3 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE CITY OF DOVER COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE,
4 2003, AS AMENDED IN MAY 2005 AND SEPTEMBER 2006, AND MARCH 2007 BY
5 AMENDING LAND DEVELOPMENT MAP 11-1 AND AMENDING THE ZONING
6 ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING
7 DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF COMMERCE WAY
8 WHEREAS, the City of Dover has adopted a Comprehensive Plan laying out land use policies
9 within the City of Dover and has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within
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the limits of the City of Dover; and
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WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the land use
classification of property described below from Industrial to Residential High Density and to change
the zoning designation from IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing) to RG-2 (General Residence).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Comprehensive Plan
Update, 2003, as Amended in May 2005, September 2006, and March 2007 and the Zoning
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ADOPTED:
Map and Zoning Ordinance of the City of Dover have been amended by changing the land
use classification from Industrial to Residential High Density and the zoning designation
from IPM to RG-2 on a 13.967+/- acre portion of the Lands of H & M Properties, LLC,
located on the north side of Commerce Way, with the total parcel consisting of 22.967+/-
acres.
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Parcel ID: ED-05-076.10-02-07.03-000
Acres: 13.967 of the 22.967 +/- Total The material is for reference purposes only,
and the City makes no warranty, representation,
Council District 1 or guaranty as to the accuracy of the material.
Current Zoning: IPM (Industrial Park/Manufacturing)
The material is in the public domain and may be
Proposed Zoning: RG-2 (General Residence) and copied without permission.
IPM (Industrial Park/Manufacturing)
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3 DRAFT – DRAFT – DRAFT – DRAFT - DRAFT
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5 Chapter 110 – Utilities, Article II – Electric Service, Section 110-32 – Pole Attachment Fee
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7 Use of Dover Electric Department Facilities
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9
10 1. Purpose
11
12 The purpose of this Section is to establish uniform policies for usage of Facilities of the City of Dover’s Electric
13 Department (“DED”) to enable the City to:
14
15 (a) Permit fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory access to the available capacity on DED Facilities;
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17 (b) Safeguard the reliability and integrity of the DED's Facilities and systems;
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19 (c) Obtain fair compensation for the cost to use of DED Facilities through collection of usage and other
20 charges;
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22 (d) Comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, regulations, Sections, standards and
23 policies, including the National Electrical Code, the National Electrical Safety Code and any
24 applicable standards of the City of Dover and the DED;
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26 (e) Avoid the congestion, inconvenience, cost, visual impacts, and other adverse effects on the City's
27 street, highways and rights-of-ways that could result from the construction, operation and
28 maintenance of redundant infrastructure.
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30 2. Application
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32 It shall be unlawful for any person, Company, City of Dover employee, or an employee of a contractor engaged by
33 the City of Dover, to make an Attachment to or within DED Facilities without a valid, existing Pole, Duct, or
34 Conduit License Agreement. This License Agreement will be codified by the execution of Appendix D of this
35 ordinance, which shall be executed within the time frame outlined in Section 5, (i) and herein may be referred to as
36 License Agreement or Agreement. All new or renewed Pole, Duct or Conduit License Agreements with the DED
37 shall be adopted pursuant to this Chapter. The provisions of this Chapter shall be deemed incorporated in each such
38 Agreement and shall be limited in scope or application only to the extent agreed by the parties or required by
39 applicable federal or Delaware law. Notwithstanding the foregoing, DED may at its option enter into a Joint Use
40 Agreement with another utility that owns or controls poles that are utilized by DED; in such instance the terms of
41 such Joint Use Agreement may vary from the specifications of this Section to the extent reasonable to reflect the
42 reciprocal nature of the Joint Use Agreement.
43
44 3. Definitions
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46 For the purpose of this Section and any Pole, Duct, or Conduit License Agreement adopted pursuant to it, the
47 following terms, phrases, words, and their derivations, shall have the meaning given below, unless more specifically
48 defined within a specific paragraph of this Section or the Agreement. When not inconsistent with the context, words
49 used in the present tense include the future tense, words in the plural number include the singular number, and
50 words in the singular number include the plural number. The words “shall” and “will” are mandatory and “may” is
51 permissive. Words not defined shall be given their common and ordinary meaning.
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53 (a) Affiliate: when used in relation to Licensee, means another entity that owns or controls, is owned or
54 controlled by, or is under common ownership or control with Licensee.
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56 (b) Applicable Standards: means all applicable engineering and safety standards governing the installation,
57 maintenance and operation of facilities and the performance of all work in or around electric facilities and
58 includes the most current versions of National Electric Safety Code ("NESC"), the National Electrical
59 Code ("NEC"), and the regulations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration ("OSHA"), each
60 of which is incorporated by reference in this Section and in each Agreement, and/or other reasonable
61 safety and engineering requirements of the DED or other federal, state or local authority with jurisdiction
62 over DED Facilities.
63
64 (c) Assigned Space: means space on DED's Poles or within DED's’ Conduit System that is being or can be
65 used, as defined by the Applicable Standards, for the attachment or placement of wires, cables and
66 associated equipment for the provision of Communications Service.
67
68 (d) Attaching Entity: means any public or private entity, including Licensee, that places an Attachment on
69 DED's Poles or within its Conduit System, in accordance with a License Agreement.
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71 (e) Attachment: means a Communications Facility that is affixed directly to a DED Pole or is placed within
72 DED Conduit, but does not include a service drop attached to a single Pole on which the Licensee has an
73 existing Attachment. Overlashing is a permitted attachment; however, no additional attachment fees will
74 be assessed for a Licensee overlashing their own facilities for their own service. Make ready fees apply
75 should pole loading dictate pole upgrades.
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77 (f) Capacity: means the ability of a Pole or portion of Conduit to accommodate an Attachment in accordance
78 with Applicable Standards, including space and loading considerations.
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80 (g) Climbing Space: means that portion of a Pole’s surface and surrounding space that is free of obstructions
81 to the ability of DED employees and contractors to safely and conveniently climb, gain access to, and
82 work on, DED Facilities.
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84 (h) Common Space: means space on DED’s Poles that is not used for the placement of wires or cables but
85 which jointly benefits all users of the Poles by supporting the underlying structure.
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87 (i) Communications Facility: means any wire or cable that is being used, or can be used, to provide
88 Communications Service, and any and all associated equipment.
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90 (j) Communications Service: means the transmission or receipt of voice, video, data, Internet or other forms
91 of digital or analog signals over a Communications Facility, but does not include any such transmission or
92 receipt by DED when utilized to provide internal, non-commercial communications related to the
93 operation of the DED or non-commercial governmental communications.
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95 (k) Conduit System or Conduit: means DED’s Conduit, Innerduct, manholes, vaults, risers, pull-boxes and
96 trenches.
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98 (l) Electric Facility: means a transformer or electric wire utilized to provide Electric Service, together with all
99 associated equipment necessary to physically attach such facilities to a Pole or within a Conduit.
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101 (m) Electric Service: means the distribution or transmission of electricity over Electric Facilities.
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103 (n) Licensee: means a duly authorized Attaching Entity, its Affiliates, successors and assignees.
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105 (o) Licensee Facilities: any wire, cable, facility, or apparatus for the transmission writing, signs, signals,
106 pictures, sounds, voice, or other forms of intelligence.
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108 (p) Make-Ready Work: means all work, as reasonably determined by DED, required to accommodate a
109 Licensee's Communications Facilities to ensure compliance with Applicable Standards. Such work
110 includes, but is not limited to, replacement or construction of Poles or Conduits; rearrangement and/or
111 transfer of DED Facilities or existing Attachments; and associated inspections, engineering work,
112 permitting work, tree trimming (other than tree trimming performed for normal maintenance purposes).
113
114 (q) Overlash: means to place an additional wire or cable onto an existing wire or cable.
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116 (r) Permit: means written or electronic authorization of DED for a Licensee to make or maintain Attachments
117 to specific DED Poles or portions of Conduit pursuant to the requirements of this Section and any
118 applicable Agreement.
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120 (s) Pole: means a pole owned by DED that is used for the distribution of electricity or Communications
121 Service and is capable of supporting Attachments for Communications Facilities.
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123 (t) Post-Construction Inspection: means an examination by DED or its contractor(s) to verify that
124 Attachments have been made in accordance with Applicable Standards and a Licensee’s Permit(s).
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126 (u) Pre-Construction Survey: means all work or operations required by Applicable Standards and/or DED to
127 determine the potential Make-Ready Work necessary to accommodate a Licensee's Communications
128 Facilities on a Pole or within a portion of Conduit. Such work includes, but is not limited to, field
129 inspection and administrative processing.
130
131 (v) DED Facilities: means all personal property and real property owned or controlled by DED, including
132 Poles and Conduits.
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134 (w) Reserved Capacity: means capacity or space on a Pole or within a portion of Conduit System that DED
135 has identified and reserved for its own utility requirements, including internal communications
136 capabilities, pursuant to a reasonable projected need.
137 (x) Substantial Construction or Modification: means construction activity on a Pole that will have an
138 appreciable impact on loading and/or tension and does not include routine maintenance activities.
139
140 (y) Tag: means to place distinct markers on wires and cables, coded by color or other means specified by
141 DED and/or applicable federal, state or local regulations that will readily identify its owner.
142
143 4. Scope of Authority
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145 (a) Grant of License. Subject to terms and conditions required or authorized by this Section, DED shall grant
146 any qualified applicant a revocable, nonexclusive license to attach Communications Facilities to DED's
147 Poles or to place Communications Facilities within DED’s Conduits.
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149 (b) Incorporation into License Agreements. Except as DED and a Licensee may otherwise agree, the
150 provisions of this Section shall be deemed incorporated into DED’s future License Agreements.
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152 (c) Right to use DED Facilities not granted by franchise. The rights of a person to apply for or use DED
153 Facilities shall be governed by this Section and its applicable License Agreement. The grant of a cable
154 franchise shall not be construed as a grant of attachment rights or authority to use DED Facilities without
155 additional compliance by the franchisee with the provisions of this Section and any applicable License
156 Agreement(s).
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158 (d) Permit Issuance Conditions. DED will issue a Permit to a Licensee only when DED determines, in its sole
159 judgment, exercised reasonably, that (i) it has sufficient Capacity to accommodate the requested
160 Attachment(s); (ii) the Licensee meets all requirements set forth in this Section and any applicable License
161 Agreement, and (iii) such Permit complies with all Applicable Standards.
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163 (e) Reserved Capacity. DED will grant access to Assigned Space on its Poles to Licensee with the
164 understanding that certain Poles may be subject to reserve Capacity for future electric service use. At the
165 time of permit issuance DED may notify the Licensee that capacity on particular poles is being reserved
166 for future electric use within the next five years pursuant to a bona fide development plan. For
167 Attachments made with notice of such a bona fide plan, on giving Licensee at least one hundred and
168 twenty (120) calendar days prior notice, DED may reclaim such reserved Capacity at anytime during the
169 five year period following the installation of Licensee’s Attachment if required for DED’s future electric
170 service use, including the attachment of communications lines for internal DED operational or
171 governmental communications requirements. DED shall give a Licensee the option to remove its
172 Attachment(s) from the affected Pole(s) or to pay for the cost of any Make-Ready Work needed to expand
173 Capacity so that Licensee can maintain its Attachment on the affected Pole(s). The allocation of the cost
174 of any such Make-Ready Work (including the transfer, rearrangement, or relocation of third-party
175 Attachments) shall be determined in accordance with Section 5, f.
176
177 (f) No Interest in Property. No use, however lengthy, of any DED Facilities, and no payment of any fees or
178 charges required under this Section or an applicable License Agreement, shall create or vest in a Licensee
179 any easement or other ownership or property right of any nature in any portion of such DED Facilities.
180 Neither a License Agreement nor any Permit granted to a Licensee shall constitute an assignment of any
181 of DED's rights to the DED Facilities. Notwithstanding anything in an Agreement to the contrary, a
182 Licensee shall, at all times, be and remain a licensee only.
183
184 (g) Licensee’s Right to Attach. Nothing in this Section or any associated License Agreement, other than a
185 Permit issued pursuant to Section 8, shall be construed as granting a Licensee a right to attach its
186 Communications Facilities or Electric Facilities to any specific Pole or any portion of Conduit. DED shall
187 not be required to grant a Permit to a Licensee unless and until the Licensee meets all applicable terms and
188 conditions for the receipt of the Permit.
189
190 (h) DED’s Rights over Poles. This Section does not in any way limit DED's right to locate, operate and
191 maintain its Poles and Conduits in the manner that will best enable it to fulfill its service requirements.
192
193 (i) Expansion of Capacity. DED will take reasonable steps to expand Pole or Conduit Capacity when
194 necessary to accommodate a Licensee's request for Attachment. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing
195 in this Section shall be construed to require DED to install, retain, extend, or maintain any Pole or portion
196 of Conduit for Licensee’s use when DED does not need such Pole or Conduit for its own service
197 requirements.
198
199 (j) Prior Agreements. Except as provided in this Chapter, nothing herein shall limit, restrict, or prohibit DED
200 from fulfilling any agreement or arrangement regarding Poles or Conduit into which DED has previously
201 entered.
202
203 (k) Permitted Uses. Any Agreement adopted pursuant to this Section shall be limited to the uses specifically
204 stated in the Agreement and no other use shall be allowed without DED’s express written consent to such
205 use. Nothing in Section shall be construed to require DED to allow a Licensee to use DED’s Facilities
206 after the termination of the applicable Agreement.
207
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212 (l) Overlashing. The following provisions will apply to Overlashing:
213
214 i. Overlashing is subject to the permitting requirements of Section 8. Absent such authorization,
215 Overlashing constitutes an unauthorized Attachment and is subject to the Unauthorized
216 Attachment fee specified in Appendix A, Item 3.
217
218 ii. Overlashing performed by or behalf of the Licensee or its Affiliate shall not increase the Annual
219 Attachment Fee paid by the Licensee pursuant to Appendix A, Item 1. Licensee or its Affiliate,
220 however, shall be responsible for all Make-Ready Work and other charges associated with the
221 Overlashing but shall not be required to pay a separate Annual Attachment Fee for such
222 Overlashed Attachment.
223
224 iii. If Overlashing is required to accommodate facilities of a third party that is not affiliated with
225 Attaching Utility, such third party must enter into a License Agreement with DED and obtain
226 Permits and must pay a separate Attachment Fee (Appendix A, Item 1), as well as the costs of all
227 necessary Make-Ready Work required to accommodate the Overlashing. No such Permits to third
228 parties shall be granted by DED allowing Overlashing of Licensee’s Attachments unless Licensee
229 has consented in writing to such Overlashing. Overlashing shall not increase the fees and charges
230 paid by Licensee pursuant to Appendix A, Item 1. Nothing in this Section or applicable
231 Agreement shall prevent a Licensee from seeking a contribution from an Overlashing third party
232 to defray fees and charges paid by the Licensee.
233
234 iv. Make-Ready Work procedures set forth in Section 5, f shall apply, as necessary, to all
235 Overlashing.
236
237 5. Fees and Charges
238
239 (a) Payment of Fees and Charges. Each Licensee shall pay to DED the fees and charges specified in
240 Appendix A and shall comply with the terms and conditions specified therein.
241
242 (b) Payment Period. Fees shall be calculated and payable on a pro rata basis for the potion of the year during
243 which an Attaching Entity holds a Permit for such Attachment.
244
245 (c) Billing. DED shall invoice Licensee for the payments annually. DED will submit to the Licensee an
246 invoice for the annual rental period no later than July 1, of each year. The initial annual rental period shall
247 commence upon the execution of an Agreement and conclude on June 30 of the next year, and each
248 subsequent annual rental period shall commence on the following July 1 and conclude on June 30 of the
249 subsequent year. The invoice shall set forth the total number of DED’s Poles and/or linear feet of Conduit
250 for which the Licensee was issued and/or holds a Permit(s) for Attachments during such annual rental
251 period, including any previously authorized and valid Permits. Each Licensee shall pay each such invoice
252 within thirty (30) calendar days after DED’s issuance thereof.
253
254 (d) Refunds. No fees and charges specified in Appendix A shall be refunded on account of any surrender of a
255 Permit granted pursuant to a License Agreement.
256
257 (e) Late Charge. If the DED does not receive payment for any fee or other amount owed within thirty (30)
258 calendar days after it becomes due, the Licensee shall pay interest to DED, at the rate of one and one-half
259 percent (1 1/2%) per month, on the amount due.
260
261 (f) Payment for Make-Ready Work. Each Licensee will be responsible for payment to DED for all
262 Make-Ready Work required to accommodate Attachments (including Overlashes) by Licensee or an
263 Affiliate. Each third party shall be responsible for payment to DED for all Make-Ready Work required to
264 accommodate its Overlashes.
265
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266 (g) Advance Payment. At the discretion of DED, a Licensee may be required to pay in advance all reasonable
267 costs, including but not limited to administrative, construction, inspections and Make-Ready Work
268 expenses, in connection with the initial installation or rearrangement of Licensee's Attachments pursuant
269 to the procedures set forth below.
270
271 (h) Determination of Charges. Wherever this Chapter or an associated License Agreement requires a
272 Licensee to pay for work done or contracted by DED, the charge for such work shall include all
273 reasonable material, labor, engineering, administrative and overhead costs that are not otherwise
274 recovered in the annual attachment fee. DED’s invoices shall be based upon actual costs, and such costs
275 will be determined in accordance with DED's cost accounting systems used for recording capital and
276 expense activities. All such invoices shall include an itemization of dates of work, location of work, labor
277 costs per hour, persons employed and materials used and cost of materials.
278
279 (i) Inventory. Upon enactment of this ordinance, the DED shall provide an inventory of the poles to each
280 Licensee. DED will proved this inventory list within fifteen (15) calendar days to the Licensee, the
281 Licensee shall respond with any discrepancies to DED within sixty (60) calendar days and these will be
282 mutually resolved within fifteen (15) days. A failure of the Licensee to respond within the sixty (60) days
283 or resolve the discrepancy within fifteen days shall constitute acceptance of the DED inventory. For any
284 disputed attachments, the Licensee shall provide definitive proof that they are not attaching to the DED
285 facilities, for example pictures or other video media.
286
287 A joint inventory of all Attachments shall be made no less than once every five (5) years nor earlier than
288 every four (4) years by DED and all Licensees, unless all parties agree to a new inventory schedule. The
289 cost of the inventory shall be shared pro rata between DED and the Licensees based on the number of
290 attachments (not including overlash) subject to the inventory and to the terms of any agreement with said
291 Licensees. The cost of the inventory shall be shared by all attaching parties, based upon the gross number
292 of pole attachments as discovered at the end of the inventory. DED is assumed to have one attachment per
293 pole. For example, the Electric Utility has 100 poles, Cable Company has 50 attachments, Telephone
294 Company has 25 attachments – this is a total of 175 attachments – the cost of the inventory would be
295 divided by 175 then multiplied by 100 for the Electric Utility, 50 for the Cable Company and 25 for the
296 Telephone Company. At the expiration of five (5) years from the completion of any inventory, Licensee
297 or DED may request an inventory of attachments, in writing, at least six months prior to the end of the
298 calendar year preceding the year the inventory is to commence. Licensee will be required to provide
299 documentation indicating the year of attachment for any of Licensee’s Attachments on DED’s Poles not
300 recorded at the time of the previous inventory.
301
302 (j) Work Performed by DED. Wherever this Section or an associated License Agreement requires DED to
303 perform any work, Licensee acknowledges and agrees that DED, at its sole discretion, may utilize its own
304 qualified employees, contractors approved by a Licensee, or any combination of the two to perform such
305 work.
306
307 (k) “True Up”. Wherever the actual cost of DED’s activity exceeds the advance payment of estimated
308 expenses, Licensee agrees to pay DED for the difference in cost when that amount exceeds fifty dollars
309 ($50.00). To the extent that the actual cost of the activity is less than the estimated cost, DED shall refund
310 to Licensee the difference in cost where that amount exceeds fifty dollars ($50.00).
311
312 (l) Default for Nonpayment. Nonpayment of any undisputed amount due under this Section or an associated
313 License Agreement beyond ninety (90) days shall constitute a default of this Section or the License
314 Agreement.
315
316 6. Specifications
317
318 (a) Installation/Maintenance of Facilities. When a Permit is issued pursuant to an Agreement, the Licensee's
319 Facilities shall be installed and maintained in accordance with DED’s requirements and specifications.
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320 All of a Licensee’s Attachments must comply with all Applicable Standards. Each Licensee shall be
321 responsible for the installation and maintenance of its Attachments. Each Licensee shall, at its own
322 expense, make and maintain its Attachments in safe condition and good repair, in accordance with all
323 Applicable Standards.
324
325 (b) Tagging. Licensee shall Tag all of its Communications Facilities as specified in by DED and/or
326 applicable federal, state and local regulations upon installation of such Facilities. Previously authorized
327 Attachments of a Licensee shall be tagged within one year of the execution of a new Agreement, unless
328 written permission is granted by the Public Utilities Director to extend this deadline. Failure to provide
329 proper tagging will be considered a violation of the Specifications of this Section.
330
331 (c) Interference. No Licensee shall allow its Communications Facilities to impair the ability of DED or any
332 third party to use DED’s Facilities, nor shall Licensee allow its Attachments to interfere with the operation
333 of any DED Facilities.
334
335 (d) Protective Equipment. Each Licensee and its employees and contractors shall utilize and install adequate
336 protective equipment to ensure the safety of people and facilities. Licensee shall at its own expense install
337 protective devices designed to handle the voltage and current impressed on its Attachments in the event of
338 a contact with Electric Facilities.
339
340 (e) Violation of Specifications. If a Licensee's Communications Facilities or Electric Facilities, or any part of
341 them, are installed, used, or maintained in violation of this Section or an associated License Agreement,
342 and said Licensee has not corrected the violation(s) within thirty (30) calendar days from receipt of written
343 notice of the violation(s) from DED, DED at its option, may correct said conditions. Where the violation
344 is not reasonably capable of being cured within 30 days, the parties shall in good faith negotiate for a
345 longer period as needed, provided that Licensee has commenced repairs within 30 days DED will attempt
346 to notify Licensee in writing prior to performing such work whenever practicable. When DED believes,
347 however, that such violation(s) pose an immediate threat to the safety of any person or property, will
348 interfere with the performance of DED's service obligations, or will pose an immediate threat to the
349 physical integrity of DED Facilities, DED may perform such work and/or take such action as it deems
350 necessary without first giving written notice to the Licensee. As soon as practicable thereafter, DED will
351 advise the Licensee of the work performed or the action taken. The Licensee shall be responsible for all
352 actual and reasonable costs incurred by the DED in taking action pursuant to this subsection.
353
354 (f) Restoration of DED Service. DED's service restoration requirements shall take precedence over any and
355 all work operations of a Licensee on DED's Poles or within its Conduits.
356
357 (g) Effect of Failure to Exercise Access Rights. If a Licensee does not exercise any access right granted
358 pursuant to this Agreement and/or applicable Permit(s) within ninety (90) calendar days of the effective
359 date of such right and any extension thereof, which shall not be unreasonably denied, DED may use the
360 space scheduled for the Licensee’s Attachment(s), for its own needs and/or other Attaching Entities. In
361 such instances, DED shall endeavor to make other space available to Licensee, upon written application,
362 as soon as reasonably possible and subject to all requirements of this Section or applicable Agreement,
363 including the Make-Ready Work provisions. For purposes of this paragraph, any right shall not be deemed
364 effective until any necessary make ready work is performed.
365
366 7. Private and Regulatory Compliance
367
368 (a) Necessary Authorizations. DED grants Licensees a nondiscriminatory access to Poles, Conduits and
369 associated public and private rights of way where BVU has the right to authorize the occupancy of
370 Licensee's facilities. Before making any Attachments to DED’s Poles or Conduits, a Licensee must obtain
371 all necessary authorizations from federal, state, and local authorities and all required easements or other
372 permissions from owners of affected private property. DED retains the right to require evidence that
373 Licensee has obtained all such consents. A Licensee shall defend, indemnify and reimburse DED for all
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374 loss and expense, including reasonable attorneys' fees, that DED may incur as a result of claims by
375 governmental bodies, owners of private property, or other persons, that Licensee does not have sufficient
376 rights or authority to place its Attachments on or within DED's Facilities.
377
378 (b) Lawful Purpose and Use. A Licensee’s Attachments must at all times serve a lawful purpose, and the use
379 of such Facilities must comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
380
381 (c) DED’s Rights. No License Agreement or Permit granted pursuant to this Section shall extend to any DED
382 Facilities on which the Attachment of Licensee's Communications Facilities would result in impairment or
383 forfeiture of DED’s rights. Any License or Permit that would result in impairment or forfeiture of DED's
384 rights is void. If any of a Licensee's Attachments, whether or not installed pursuant to a valid License
385 Agreement or Permit, would cause such impairment or forfeiture, Licensee shall promptly remove its
386 Facilities upon receipt of written notice from DED. Notwithstanding the forgoing, a Licensee shall have
387 the right to contest any such forfeiture before any of its rights are terminated under the Agreement
388 provided that the Licensee shall indemnify DED for any actual damages that may result during Licensee’s
389 challenge. Should Licensee fail to remove its Attachments within thirty (30) calendar days of receiving
390 written notice from DED, DED shall have the right to perform such removal at the Licensee’s expense.
391
392 (d) Effect of Consent to Construction/Maintenance. DED’s consent to a Licensee’s construction or
393 maintenance of specified Attachments shall not be deemed consent to the Licensee’s construction or
394 maintenance of any other Attachments. It is a Licensee's responsibility to obtain all necessary approvals
395 for each Attachment from all appropriate parties or agencies.
396
397 8. Permitting
398
399 (a) Permit Required. A Licensee shall not install any new Attachments, Overlash existing Attachments or
400 perform Substantial Construction or Modification on any Pole without first applying for and obtaining a
401 Permit pursuant to the applicable requirements of Appendix B. No Permit shall be required for prior
402 existing authorized Attachments, Overlashing or Service Drops. No Permit shall be required for routine
403 maintenance or installing Service Drops from existing Poles. Attachments to or rights to occupy DED
404 Facilities not covered by this Section and an associated License Agreement must be separately negotiated.
405
406 (b) Permits for Overlashing. As prescribed in Section 4, Permits are required for any Overlashing allowed
407 under this Section and an associated License Agreement and the Licensee or third party, as applicable,
408 shall pay any necessary Make-Ready Work costs to accommodate such Overlashing.
409 (i) The requirements of this ordinance not withstanding, a license may overlash without a permit when
410 an emergency or urgent business matter exists. In such situations, the license shall submit an
411 application for a permit within ten business days of the initial start date of such overlashing.
412
413 (c) DED Review of Permit Application. Upon receipt of a properly executed Application for Permit
414 (Appendix C), including the Pre-Permit Survey, DED will review the Permit Application and discuss any
415 issues with Licensee, including engineering or Make-Ready Work requirements associated with the
416 Permit Application. DED’s acceptance of the submitted design documents does not relieve the Licensee of
417 full responsibility for any errors and/or omissions in the engineering analysis.
418
419 (i) Review Period. DED shall review and respond to “Minor” Permit Applications – less then ten
420 (10) Attachments/Poles – within thirty (30) days of receipt. DED shall review and respond to
421 “Major” Permit Applications – ten (10) or more Attachments/Poles – within forty-five (45) days
422 of receipt.
423
424 (ii) Expedited Review. In instances where a Licensee notifies DED of an immediate need to make
425 new Attachments, Overlash existing Attachments or perform Substantial Construction or
426 Modification on a Pole, and provides information as to the need for an expedited review process,
427 DED shall make its best reasonable efforts to review and respond to Permit Applications within
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428 fifteen (15) days of receipt. DED reserves the rights to charge a Licensee for any overtime or
429 other applicable costs that it incurs in meeting a request for an expedited review.
430
431 (d) Performance of Make-Ready Work. If Make-Ready Work is required to accommodate a Licensee's
432 Attachments, DED or its contractors shall perform such work pursuant to Section 9.
433
434 (e) Permit as Authorization to Attach. After receipt of payment for any necessary Make-Ready Work, DED
435 will sign and return the Permit application, which shall serve as authorization for the Licensee to make its
436 Attachment(s).
437
438 9. Make-Ready Work
439
440 (a) Estimate for Make-Ready Work. In the event DED determines that it can not accommodate a request for
441 Attachment(s), including Overlashing of an existing Attachment, it will, upon request, advise the applicant
442 of any estimated Make-Ready Work charges necessary to accommodate the Attachment.
443
444 (b) Payment of Make-Ready Work. Unless otherwise agreed, DED may require payment in advance for all
445 Make-Ready Work based upon the estimated cost of such work if the estimate exceeds $1,000.00. Upon
446 completion, Licensee shall pay DED’s actual cost of Make-Ready Work. The costs of which shall be
447 itemized.
448
449 (c) Who May Perform Make-Ready Work. Make-Ready Work shall be performed only by DED and/or a
450 contractor authorized by DED to perform such work. If DED cannot perform the Make-Ready Work to
451 accommodate Licensee’s Communications Facilities within seventy-five (75) calendar days of Licensee’s
452 request for Attachments, Licensee may notify DED in writing of its intent to employ a qualified contractor
453 to perform such work, and shall specify when such work shall be performed. In all instances all “qualified
454 contractors” must be pre-approved by DED for such work on an annual basis.
455
456 (d) Scheduling Make-Ready Work. In performing all Make-Ready Work, DED will endeavor to include such
457 work in its normal work schedule. If an applicant requests that the Make-Ready Work be performed on a
458 priority basis or outside of DED's normal work hours, the applicant shall pay any resulting increased costs.
459 Nothing herein shall be construed to require DED to perform such Make-Ready Work before other
460 scheduled or emergency work.
461
462 (e) Written Approval of Installation Plans Required. Before commencing any installation of its
463 Communications Facilities on DED's Poles, including Overlashing of existing Attachments, Licensee shall
464 provide a copy of Licensee's plans for installation, which shall accompany the Permit application,
465 including the name of the party (Licensee and/or contractor) performing such work and the approximate
466 date(s) and time(s) during which such work will be completed. All such work is subject to the insurance
467 requirements of this Section.
468
469 (f) Licensee’s Installation/Removal/Maintenance Work.
470
471 1. Licensee shall perform all installation, removal, and maintenance work at Licensee's sole cost and
472 expense, in a good and workmanlike manner, and must not adversely affect the structural integrity
473 of DED’s Poles or Facilities or any other Attaching Entity’s facilities or equipment attached
474 thereto.
475
476 2. All of Licensee's installation, removal, and maintenance work performed on DED’s Poles or near
477 or in other DED Facilities, either by its employees or contractors, shall comply with all applicable
478 regulations specified in this Section and applicable Agreement. Each Licensee shall assure that
479 any person installing, maintaining, or removing its Communications Facilities is fully qualified
480 and familiar with all Applicable Standards.
481
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482 10. Transfers
483
484 (a) Required Transfers of Licensee’s Communications Facilities. If DED reasonably determines that a
485 transfer of Licensee's Communications Facilities is necessary, Licensee agrees to make such transfer.
486 License shall transfer its facilities within thirty (30) days of notice from DED. If Licensee fails to transfer
487 its Facilities within thirty (30) calendar days after receiving such notice from DED, DED shall have the
488 right to transfer Licensee’s Facilities using its personnel and/or contractors at Licensee’s expense. DED
489 shall not be liable for damage to Licensee's Facilities except to the extent provided in Section 18,
490 Paragraph A.
491
492 (b) Billing for Transfers Performed by DED. If DED performs the transfer(s), DED will bill Licensee for
493 actual costs per Section 5. Licensee shall reimburse DED within thirty (30) calendar days of the receipt of
494 the invoice.
495
496 11. Modifications or Replacements
497
498 (a) Licensee’s Action Requiring Modification/Replacement. If any Pole or Conduit to which a Licensee
499 desires to make Attachment(s) is unable to support or accommodate the requested Attachment(s) in
500 accordance with Applicable Specifications, DED will notify the Licensee whether, and if so, at what cost,
501 DED’s Poles or Conduits can be modified or replaced to accommodate the additional Attachment(s). If
502 Licensee elects to go forward with such modifications or replacements, it shall pay to DED the actual cost
503 of the Make-Ready Work performed by DED. DED may, at its discretion, require advance payment.
504 Licensee shall also be responsible for obtaining and furnishing to DED before the commencement of any
505 Make-Ready Work, agreements between the Licensee and the other Attaching Entities (including
506 Overlashers) concerning the relocation or rearrangement of their Attachments and the costs involved.
507
508 (b) Treatment of Multiple Requests. If DED receives Permit applications for the same Pole or Conduit from
509 two or more prospective licensees within sixty (60) calendar days of the initial request, and
510 accommodating their respective requests would require modification or replacement of the Pole or
511 Conduit, DED will allocate among such persons or entities the applicable costs associated with such
512 modification or replacement.
513
514 (c) Guying. The use of guying to accommodate a Licensee's Attachments shall be provided by and at the
515 expense of the Licensee and to the satisfaction of DED as specified in the License Agreement or
516 associated appendices. A Licensee shall not attach its guy wires to DED’s anchors without prior written
517 permission of the DED. If permission is granted, charges may apply.
518
519 (d) Allocation of Costs. The costs for any rearrangement or transfer of a Licensee's Attachments or the
520 modification or replacement of a Pole (including any related costs for tree cutting or trimming required to
521 clear the new location of DED's cables or wires) or Conduit shall be allocated to DED and/or the Licensee
522 and/or other Attaching Entities on the following basis:
523
524 (1) If DED intends to modify or replace a Pole or Conduit solely for its own requirements, it shall be
525 responsible for the costs related to the modification/replacement of the Pole or Conduit. The
526 Licensee(s), however, shall be responsible for all costs associated with the rearrangement or
527 transfer of Licensee’s Attachments. Prior to making any such modification or replacement DED
528 shall provide the Licensee(s) written notification of its intent in order to allow the Licensee(s) a
529 reasonable opportunity to elect to modify or add to its existing Attachment(s). Should the
530 Licensee so elect, it must seek DED’s written permission. The notification requirement of this
531 subparagraph d. shall not apply to routine maintenance or emergency situations. If a Licensee
532 elects to add to or modify its Attachments, the Licensee shall bear the total incremental costs
533 incurred by DED in making the space on the Poles or Conduits accessible to the Licensee.
534
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535 (2) If the modification or the replacement of a Pole is the result of an additional Attachment or the
536 modification of an existing Attachment sought by an Attaching Entity other than DED or
537 Licensee, the Attaching Entity requesting the additional or modified Attachment shall bear the
538 entire cost of the modification or Pole replacement, as well as the costs for rearranging or
539 transferring the Licensee’s Attachments. Each Licensee shall cooperate with such third party
540 Attaching Entity to determine the costs of moving the Licensee's facilities.
541
542 (3) If a Pole or Conduit must be modified or replaced for other reasons unrelated to the use of the
543 Pole or Conduit by any Attaching Entities (e.g., storm, accident, deterioration), DED shall pay the
544 costs of such modification or replacement; provided however, that every Licensee shall be
545 responsible for the costs of rearranging or transferring its own Attachments.
546
547 (e) Nondiscrimination. No provision of this Agreement shall be construed to require DED to relocate its
548 Attachments or modify/replace its Poles or Conduits for the benefit of a particular Licensee; provided,
549 however, any denial by DED shall be based on nondiscriminatory standards of general applicability.
550
551 12. Abandonment or Removal of DED Facilities
552
553 (a) Notice of Abandonment or Removal of DED Facilities. If DED desires at any time to abandon or remove
554 any of its Poles or other Facilities to which a Licensee’s Facilities are attached, it shall give the Licensee
555 notice in writing to that effect at least sixty (60) calendar days prior to the date on which it intends to
556 abandon or remove such Facilities. Notice may be limited to thirty (30) calendar days if DED is required
557 to remove or abandon its Facilities as the result of the action of a third party and a greater notice period is
558 not practical. Such notice shall indicate whether DED is offering the Licensee Utility an option to
559 purchase the Pole(s). If, following the expiration of said period, Licensee has not yet removed and/or
560 transferred all of its Facilities and has not entered into an agreement to purchase DED’s Poles or other
561 Facilities pursuant to Paragraph B of this Section 12, DED shall have the right, subject to any applicable
562 laws and regulations, to have the Licensee’s Facilities removed and/or transferred from the Pole at the
563 Licensee’s expense. DED shall give a Licensee sixty (60) days prior written notice of any such removal
564 or transfer of Licensee’s Facilities.
565
566 (b) Option to Purchase Abandoned Poles. Should DED desire to abandon any Pole, DED, in its sole
567 discretion, may grant a Licensee the option of purchasing such Pole at a rate equal to the depreciated value
568 of said pole. The depreciation life of a Pole is 30 years. If a Pole that is to be purchased is older than 30
569 years, then the rate to be charged is set at $50 per pole. A Licensee must notify DED in writing within
570 thirty (30) calendar days of the date of DED’s notice of abandonment that Licensee desires to purchase the
571 abandoned Pole. Thereafter, Licensee must also secure and deliver proof of all necessary governmental
572 approvals and easements allowing Licensee to independently own and access the Pole within sixty (60)
573 calendar days. Should Licensee fail to secure the necessary governmental approvals, or should DED and
574 Licensee fail to enter into an agreement for Licensee to purchase the Pole prior to the end of the sixty (60)
575 calendar days, Licensee must remove its Attachments as required under Paragraph A of this Section.
576
577 13. Removal of Licensee's Attachments
578
579 Removal on Termination. At the termination of an Agreement, Licensee shall remove its Attachments from the
580 affected DED Facilities at its own expense. If a Licensee fails to remove such Attachments within one hundred
581 and eighty (180) calendar days of termination or some greater period approved by DED, DED shall have the right
582 to remove or cause such facilities to be removed at the Licensee's expense.
583
584 14. Termination of Permit
585
586 (a) Automatic Termination of Permit. Any Permit issued pursuant to a License Agreement shall
587 automatically terminate when Licensee ceases to have authority to construct and operate its
588 Communications Facilities on public or private property at the location of the particular Poles or Conduits
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589 covered by the Permit. Notwithstanding the forgoing, a Licensee shall have the right to contest any such
590 expiration or denial of authority before any of its rights are terminated under the Agreement provided that
591 the Licensee shall indemnify DED for any actual damages that may result during Licensee’s challenge.
592
593 (b) Surrender of Permit. A Licensee may at any time surrender a Permit and remove its Attachments. Before
594 commencing any such removal, the Licensee must provide DED with written notice of Licensee's plans
595 for removal; including the name of the party performing such work and the date(s) and time(s) during
596 which such work will be completed. All such work is subject to the insurance requirements of this
597 Section. No refund of any fees or costs will be made upon removal. If a Licensee surrenders a Permit but
598 fails to remove its Attachments from DED's Facilities within thirty (30) calendar days after the surrender,
599 DED shall have the right to cause removal of Licensee's Attachments at Licensee's expense.
600
601 15. Inspection of Licensee's Facilities
602
603 (a) Inspection. DED shall have the right at any time to make periodic inspections of a Licensee’s Facilities,
604 utilizing its employees and/or contractors at the sole expense of DED, unless prior agreement has been
605 reached between DED, and Licensee(s).
606
607 (b) Notice. DED shall give a Licensee reasonable advance written notice of such inspections, except in those
608 instances where safety considerations justify the need for such inspection without the delay of waiting
609 until written notice has been received.
610
611 (c) Duty of Full Compliance. Each Licensee shall to bring its Attachments into full compliance with this
612 Section and any applicable Agreement within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of written notice in the
613 event that any inspection results in a finding by DED that the Licensee is not in compliance with this
614 Section or applicable Agreement. Licensees shall be responsible for the costs of bringing Attachments
615 into compliance unless it can demonstrate that the non-compliance is the result of DED or a third-party
616 attaching entity and not the result of the Licensee’s actions.
617
618 (d) No Liability. The making of any inspections under this Section 15, or the failure to do so, shall not
619 operate to impose upon DED any liability of any kind whatsoever or relieve Licensee of any
620 responsibility, obligations or liability whether assumed under this Agreement or otherwise existing.
621
622 16. Unauthorized Occupancy or Access
623
624 (a) Penalty Fee. If any Attachments are found occupying DED Facilities for which no Permit has been issued
625 (unless specifically exempted under Section 8) and such unauthorized attachment occurred after the
626 effective date of this ordinance, DED, without prejudice to any other rights it may have, may assess an
627 Unauthorized Access Penalty Fee as specified in Appendix A. In the event a Licensee fails to pay such
628 Fee within thirty (30) calendar days of receiving notification thereof, DED has the right to remove such
629 Attachments at Licensee's expense, unless such fee is disputed in good faith.
630
631 (b) Service Drop Exclusion. Service Drops on DED’s poles will not be considered Unauthorized
632 Attachments when discovered.
633
634 (c) No Ratification of Unlicensed Use. No act or failure to act by DED with regard to any unlicensed use
635 shall be deemed to be a ratification of the unlicensed use. If a Permit should subsequently be issued, such
636 Permit shall not, unless it expressly states otherwise, operate retroactively or constitute a waiver of any of
637 DED’s rights or privileges.
638
639 17. Advance Payment
640
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641 At its sole discretion, DED shall have the right to demand that a Licensee make an Advance Payment for each
642 Attachment in the amount of the Annual Attachment Fee as specified in Appendix A, plus any estimated
643 Make-Ready Work expenses.
644
645 18. Liability and Indemnification
646
647 (a) Liability. DED reserves to itself the right to maintain and operate its Facilities in such manner as will best
648 enable it to fulfill its service requirements. A Licensee's use of DED’s Facilities is at the Licensee’s sole
649 risk. Notwithstanding the foregoing, DED shall exercise reasonable precaution to avoid damaging the
650 Communications Facilities or Electric Facilities of Licensees and shall report to Licensee any such
651 damage caused by DED’s employees, agents or contractors. DED shall reimburse a Licensee for all
652 reasonable costs incurred by Licensee for the physical repair of facilities damaged by the gross negligence
653 or willful misconduct of DED; provided, however, that the aggregate liability of DED to a Licensee in any
654 fiscal year, for any fines, penalties, claims or damages (including special, indirect, punitive, or
655 consequential damages) stemming from interruption of Licensee’s service or from DED’s interference
656 with the operation of Licensee’s Communications Facilities or Electric Facilities, shall not exceed the total
657 Annual Attachment Fee paid by the Licensee to DED for that year, as calculated based on the number of
658 Attachments under Permit at the time of the damage.
659
660
661 (b) Indemnification. Every Licensee (including but not limited to its agents, contractors and subcontractors)
662 shall defend, indemnify and hold DED (including but not limited to its officials, officers, board members,
663 council members, commissioners, representatives, employees, agents, contractors and subcontractors)
664 harmless from any and all liability, costs, damages, fines, taxes, special charges by others, penalties,
665 payments (including payments made by DED under any Workers' Compensation Laws or under any plan
666 for employees' disability and death benefits), and expenses (including DED’s reasonable attorney fees and
667 other expenses of litigation) ("Covered Claims") arising in any way, including any act, omission, failure,
668 negligence or misconduct, in connection with the construction, maintenance, repair, presence, use,
669 relocation, transfer, removal or operation by the Licensee, or by Licensee's officers, directors, employees,
670 agents, and contractors, of Licensee's Communications Facilities or Electric Facilities, except to the extent
671 that DED's gross negligence or willful misconduct gave rise to such Covered Claims. Such Covered
672 Claims include, but are not limited to, the following:
673
674 (1) Infringement of intellectual property, libel and slander, trespass, and unauthorized use of
675 television or radio broadcast programs and other program material;
676 (2) Cost of work performed by DED that was necessitated by Licensee’s failure, or the failure of
677 Licensee’s officers, directors, employees, agents, or contractors, to install, maintain, present, use,
678 transfer or remove Licensee's Attachments in accordance with the requirements and specifications
679 of this Section or an associated License Agreement, or from any other work this Section or an
680 associate License Agreement authorizes DED to perform on Licensee's behalf;
681
682 (3) Damage to property, injury, or death of any person arising out of the performance or
683 nonperformance of any work or obligation undertaken by Licensee, or Licensee’s officers,
684 directors, employees, agents, and contractors, pursuant to this Section or associated Agreement;
685
686 (4) Liabilities incurred as a result of a violation by a Licensee or its officers, directors, employees,
687 agents, contractors and subcontractors, of any law, rule, or regulation of the United States, State of
688 Dover or any other governmental entity or administrative agency.
689
690 (c) Procedure for Indemnification.
691
692 (1) DED shall promptly give a Licensee notice of any claim or threatened claim, specifying the
693 factual basis for such claim and the amount of the claim. If the claim relates to an action, suit or
694 proceeding filed by a third party against DED, DED shall endeavor to give notice to Licensee no
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695 later than ten (10) calendar days after DED receives written notice of the action, suit or
696 proceeding.
697
698 (2) DED’s failure to give the required notice within ten (10) calendar days shall not relieve the
699 Licensee of its obligation to indemnify DED unless the Licensee is materially prejudiced by such
700 failure.
701
702 (3) A Licensee shall have the right at any time, by notice to DED, to participate in or assume control
703 of the defense of the claim. The Licensee may utilize counsel of its choice subject to DED’s
704 approval, which DED shall not unreasonably withhold. DED shall cooperate fully with the
705 Licensee. If the Licensee assumes control of the defense of any third-party claim, DED shall have
706 the right to participate in the defense at its own expense. If the Licensee does not assume control
707 or otherwise participate in the defense of a third-party claim, it shall be bound by the results
708 obtained by DED.
709
710 (4) If a Licensee assumes the defense of a third-party claim as described above, DED shall not
711 assume liability for or settle, compromise or discharge any third-party claim without the
712 Licensee’s prior written consent, and DED will agree to any settlement, compromise or discharge
713 of any third-party claim recommended by the Licensee that releases the DED completely from
714 such claim and does not establish a precedent that may adversely affect DED in the future.
715
716 (d) Environmental Hazards. As a condition to a Licensee’s use of DED’s Facilities, the Licensee shall
717 represent or warrant, or be deemed to have represented and warranted, that it will comply with all federal,
718 state and local environmental laws in its use of DED's Facilities and that it will not generate, store, dispose
719 of, or transport hazardous substances on or about DED's Facilities. The term "hazardous substance" shall
720 be interpreted broadly to mean any substance or material designated or defined as hazardous or toxic by
721 any federal, state, or local law, regulation or rule now or hereafter in effect including any amendments.
722 Each Licensee further shall represent and warrant, or be deemed to have represented or warranted, that in
723 the event of breakage, leakage, incineration or other release, its Communications Facilities or Electric
724 Facilities will not contribute to the dissemination or hazardous or toxic materials. Every Licensee
725 (including but not limited to its agents, contractors and subcontractors) shall defend, indemnify and hold
726 DED (including but not limited to its officials, officers, board members, council members, commissioners,
727 representatives, employees, agents, contractors and subcontractors) harmless from any and all liability,
728 costs, damages, fines, taxes, special charges by others, penalties, payments (including payments made by
729 DED under any Workers' Compensation Laws or under any plan for employees' disability and death
730 benefits), and expenses (including DED’s reasonable attorney fees and other expenses of litigation) arising
731 from or due to the release, storage or discovery of any such hazardous or toxic materials on, under or
732 adjacent to DED's Facilities attributable to the Licensee's Facilities.
733
734 (e) Hazardous Poles or Conduits. Should DED’s Poles or Conduits be declared hazardous, then DED,
735 Licensee and all Attaching Entities shall share in the cost of disposal of said Poles based on their
736 proportionate use of the Poles or Conduits. For Attaching Entities such percentage shall be derived from
737 the sum of Assigned Space occupied by each Attaching Entity plus its share of the Common Space. For
738 DED, such percentage shall be equal to the space above the NESC 40 inch safety space plus its share of
739 the Common Space. However, if the Joint Use Agreement with the local Telephone Company does not
740 include this clause this paragraph shall be null and void.
741
742 If a hazardous condition is caused by particular parties, all resulting costs shall be borne solely by such
743 parties.
744
745 (f) Municipal Liability Limits. No provision of this Chapter or any associated License Agreement is
746 intended, nor shall it be construed, to waive applicable State immunity or limits on the City of Dover’s or
747 DED’s liability. No indemnification provision contained in an Agreement under which a Licensee
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748 indemnifies DED shall be construed in any way to limit any other indemnification provision contained in
749 this Chapter or in any associated License Agreement.
750
751 19. Duties, Responsibilities and Exculpation
752
753 (a) Duty to Inspect. Prior to making Attachment to any DED Facilities, every Licensee shall agree, or be
754 deemed to have agreed, that DED does not warrant the condition or safety of DED’s Facilities, or the
755 premises or property surrounding the Facilities. Each Licensee shall further agree, or be deemed to have
756 agreed, that it has an obligation to inspect DED’s Facilities and the premises surrounding the Facilities
757 prior to commencing any work on DED’s Facilities or entering the premises surrounding the Facilities.
758
759 (b) Knowledge of Work Conditions. Every Licensee executing a License Agreement shall warrant that it has
760 acquainted, or will fully acquaint, itself and its employees, agents, contractors and subcontractors, with the
761 conditions relating to the work that Licensee or they will undertake under this Section and the associated
762 License Agreement and that it and they fully understand, or will acquaint themselves, with the facilities,
763 difficulties, and restrictions attending the execution of such work.
764
765 (c) DISCLAIMER. BY MAKING ITS FACILITIES AVAILABLE FOR ATTACHMENTS, DED MAKES
766 NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES WITH REGARD TO DED'S POLES OR CONDUITS,
767 AND DED MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, EXCEPT TO THE
768 EXTENT EXPRESSLY AND UNAMBIGUOUSLY SET FORTH IN THE INDIVIDUAL LICENSE
769 AGREEMENTS. DED FURTHER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED
770 WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
771 MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
772
773 (d) Duty to Conduct Competent Supervision and Performance. By executing a License Agreement, every
774 Licensee acknowledges, or is deemed to have acknowledged, that in performing its work, the Licensee
775 and its agents, servants, employees, contractors and subcontractors will work near electrically energized
776 lines, transformers, or other DED Facilities, and that the parties intend that energy therein will not be
777 interrupted during such work, except in an emergency endangering life, grave personal injury, or property.
778 Every Licensee shall ensure that its employees, servants, agents, contractors and subcontractors have the
779 necessary qualifications, skill, knowledge, training, and experience to protect themselves, their fellow
780 employees, employees of DED, and the general public, from harm or injury while performing work
781 permitted pursuant to this Section and associated Agreements. Each Licensee shall furnish its employees,
782 servants, agents, contractors and subcontractors competent supervision and sufficient and adequate tools
783 and equipment for their work to be performed in a safe manner. Each Licensee shall agree that in
784 emergency situations in which it may be necessary to de-energize any part of DED's equipment, the
785 Licensee shall ensure that work is suspended until the equipment has been de-energized and that no such
786 work will be conducted unless and until the equipment is made safe.
787
788
789
790 (e) Requests to De-energize. In the event that DED de-energizes any equipment or line at a Licensee's
791 request or for its benefit and convenience, the Licensee shall reimburse DED for all its resulting costs and
792 expenses. Before DED de-energizes any equipment or line, it shall provide, upon a Licensee’s request, an
793 estimate of all costs and expenses to be incurred in accommodating the Licensee’s request.
794
795 (f) Interruption of Service. In the event that a Licensee causes an interruption of service by damaging or
796 interfering with any equipment of DED, the Licensee at its expense shall immediately do all things
797 reasonable to avoid any resulting injury or damages, direct and incidental, and shall immediately notify
798 DED.
799
800 (g) Duty to Inform. As a condition to obtaining a License Agreement, every Licensee shall warrant that it
801 understands the imminent dangers (INCLUDING SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH FROM
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802 ELECTROCUTION) inherent in the work necessary to make installations on and around DED's Facilities
803 by the Licensee's employees, servants, agents, contractors or subcontractors, and that Licensee accepts as
804 the duty and sole responsibility to inform its employees, servants, agents, contractors or subcontractors of
805 such dangers and to keep them informed regarding same.
806
807 20. Insurance and Bonding
808
809 Each Licensee shall maintain reasonable bonds and insurance throughout the term of its License Agreement in
810 amounts sufficient to ensure Licensee’s obligations under the License Agreement and in a manner as set forth in
811 its License Agreement.
812
813 21. Assignment
814
815 (a) Limitations on Assignment. A Licensee may not assign its rights or obligations under a License
816 Agreement adopted pursuant to this Section without the prior written consent of DED, which consent shall
817 not be unreasonably withheld. Notwithstanding the foregoing, a Licensee may assign or transfer its
818 interest in a License Agreement to an Affiliate of the Licensee without DED’s consent, provided that the
819 Licensee furnishes to DED a guarantee that DED, in its sole discretion, finds acceptable.
820
821 (b) Obligations of Assignee/Transferee and Licensee. No assignment or transfer of a License Agreement
822 shall be allowed until the assignee or transferee becomes a signatory to the License Agreement and
823 assumes all obligations of the Licensee arising under the License Agreement.
824
825 (c) Sub-licensing. Without DED’s prior written consent, a Licensee shall not sub-license space on DED’s
826 Facilities or allow a third party to make direct attachments to DED’s Facilities or Overlash the Licensee’s
827 Facilities. The use of Licensee’s Facilities by third parties (including but not limited to leases of fiber
828 within Licensee’s sheaths or Conduits) that involves no additional Attachment or Overlashing is not
829 subject to the prohibitions of this paragraph (c).
830
831 22. Termination
832
833 (a) DED shall have the right, pursuant to the procedure set forth in paragraph 22(b) below, to terminate a
834 License Agreement adopted pursuant to this Section, or any Permit issued thereunder, whenever a
835 Licensee is in default of any material term or condition of this Section or of an associated License
836 Agreement, including but not limited to the following circumstances:
837
838 (1) Construction, operation or maintenance of Licensee's Communications Facilities or Electric
839 Facilities in violation of law or in aid of any unlawful act or undertaking; or
840
841 (2) Construction, operation or maintenance of Licensee's Communications Facilities in violation of
842 any other agreement with DED; or
843
844 (3) Construction, operation or maintenance of Licensee's Communications Facilities after any
845 authorization required of Licensee has been lawfully denied or revoked by any governmental
846 authority or private person; or
847
848 (4) Construction, operation or maintenance of Licensee's Communications Facilities without the
849 insurance coverage required under the Agreement.
850
851 (b) Upon receiving a written notice of default, a Licensee shall correct the default within thirty (30) calendar
852 days or such longer period as DED in its sole discretion may grant in writing. When the default is
853 corrected, the Licensee shall confirm this in writing to DED. If the Licensee fails to discontinue or correct
854 a default within the prescribed period or fails to give the required confirmation, DED may immediately
855 terminate the License Agreement, any Permit(s) issued under it, or both.
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856
857 23. Notification of Parties Prior to Change in Ordinance
858
859 (a) Parties subject to this ordinance will be provided written notice 15 days prior to a City Committee, or City
860 Council, consideration of modifications of the ordnance.
861
862
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863 APPENDIX A
864
865 ATTACHMENT FEES AND CHARGES
866
867 Effective Date _____/_____/2008
868
869 1. Annual Pole Attachment Fee: $8.17 per attachment
870
871 2. Periodic Review:
872 At least every five years DED will review the cost inputs that formed the basis of the pole attachment
873 rate and adjust the rate accordingly.
874
875 3. Unauthorized Attachment Penalty Fee
876 (3 x annual attachment fee, per occurrence)
877
878
879
880
881
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882 APPENDIX B
883
884 POLE ATTACHMENT PERMIT APPLICATION PROCESS
885
886 The following procedure is to be followed by each Licensee seeking to make or remove Attachments on or from
887 DED’s Poles. Note that no entity may make any Attachments to DED’s Poles without having first entered into a
888 binding Pole Attachment Agreement.
889
890
891 1. Licensee shall submit a properly executed Application for Permit (Appendix C), including the
892 Pre-Permit Survey.
893
894 A) DED will charge the applicant for expenses related to the Pre-Permit survey application based on the
895 following methodology:
896 Ι. Less than 11 poles: $50 application fee plus $2.00/pole
897 ΙΙ. Eleven poles up to and including 25 poles: $90 application fee plus $2.00/pole
898 ΙΙΙ. Twenty-six poles or greater shall include a $4.00/pole application fee.
899
900 B) DED will charge the applicant for expenses related to the leasing of conduit based on the following
901 methodology:
902 Ι. Less than 100 feet: $50 application fee plus $0.50 foot
903 ΙΙ. One-hundred feet to two-hundred and fifty one feet: $90 application fee plus $0.50 foot
904 ΙΙΙ. Greater than two hundred and fifty feet shall include a $0.75 per foot application fee.
905
906 2. Following the Pre-Permit Survey, DED will review the Permit Application and discuss any issues
907 with Licensee, including engineering or Make-Ready Work requirements associated with the
908 Permit Application.
909
910 3. Upon receipt of written authorization, DED will proceed with Make-Ready Work according to the
911 specific agreed upon installation plans and the terms of the Agreement, including if necessary, payment
912 for the Make Ready Work charges as set out by DED and agreed to by the Licensee.
913
914 4. DED will sign and return the Application for Permit authorizing the Licensee to make its Attachment(s)
915 in accordance with agreed upon installation plans.
916
917
918
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919 APPENDIX C*
920 APPLICATION FOR PERMIT
921
922 Application Date: ___/___/20___
923
924 To: City of Dover, Public Utilities, Electric Engineering Department, 860 Buttner Place, Dover, DE 19904
925
926 Desire to: Attach to Utility Pole(s) Remove Attachment from Utility Pole(s)
927
928 Permit No. ___________________ Superseded Permit No. __________________
929
930 No. of Poles this permit __________ Sheet 1 of _______
931
932 Application Permit Fee $____________
933
934
935 Desire to: Lease conduit space Remove cable from conduit space
936
937 Permit No. ___________________ Superseded Permit No. __________________
938
939 Footage desired under this permit __________ Sheet 1 of _______
940
941 Application Permit Fee $____________
942
943
944 Licensee Name:___________________________________________________________________
945 Address: ________________________________________________________________________
946 Contact Person: ___________________ Title: _________________ Phone No. _______________
947 Utility Contact Person: ___________________ Title: ______________ Phone No. ____________
948
949 Narrative Description of proposed activity:
950 __________________________________________________________________________________________
951 __________________________________________________________________________________________
952 ____________________________________________________________________________________
953 As a condition to obtaining a License Agreement, every Licensee shall warrant that it understands the imminent
954 dangers (INCLUDING SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION) inherent in the
955 work necessary to make installations on and around DED's Facilities by the Licensee's employees, servants,
956 agents, contractors or subcontractors, and that Licensee accepts as the duty and sole responsibility to inform its
957 employees, servants, agents, contractors or subcontractors of such dangers and to keep them informed regarding
958 same.
959
960 In accordance with the terms and conditions of the Pole Agreement dated ____/____/20___, application is
961 hereby made for a Permit to attach to and/or vacate Pole(s) in the locations detailed on the attached Route
962 Map(s).
963
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964 Permission is hereby granted to Licensee to attach and/or vacate poles listed on the attached Field Data
965 Summary Sheets, subject to payment of the necessary Make-Ready Work charges as set out by Utility and
966 agreed to by the Licensee.
967
968 SUBMITTED: APPROVED:
969
970 Attaching Utility______________________ City of Dover, Public Utilities, Electric Dept.
971
972 By ________________________________ By ___________________________________
973
974 Title ______________________________ Title __________________________________
975
976 Date_______________________________ Date __________________________________
977
978 * The parties may substitute a different, mutually agreeable, permit form.
979
980
981
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982 APPENDIX D
983 LICENSE AGREEMENT
984 EXECUTION PAGE
985
986 Furthermore, the City of Dover Electric Division has completed a pole attachment inventory and determined that
987 __________________________ has attached to poles or leased conduit within the Electric Division service
988 territory and agree that the Licensee has _________ utility poles attachments and________ feet of conduit.
989
990 Licensee understands that they will be subject to the provisions of the applicable ordinance.
991
992 As a condition to obtaining a License Agreement, every Licensee shall warrant that it understands the imminent
993 dangers (INCLUDING SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION) inherent in the
994 work necessary to make installations on and around DED's Facilities by the Licensee's employees, servants,
995 agents, contractors or subcontractors, and that Licensee accepts as the duty and sole responsibility to inform its
996 employees, servants, agents, contractors or subcontractors of such dangers and to keep them informed regarding
997 same.
998
999
1000
1001 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement in duplicate on the _____ day of
1002 ____________, 20__ __.
1003
(UTILITY) (LICENSEE)
BY: ____________________________ BY: ____________________________
Title: ____________________________ Title: ____________________________
1004
1005
1006 [Note: The following Notary section shall be used by both the Utility and Licensee.]
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1007
1008 UTILITY
1009
1010
1011 STATE OF [INSERT STATE])
1012 : ss
1013 County of _____________________)
1014
1015 I, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of [Insert State], hereby certify that on the _____
1016 day of ____________, 20___, personally appeared before me [NAME] ___________ ___________________,
1017 [TITLE] ___________________ to me known to be the individual described in and who executed the foregoing
1018 instrument and acknowledged that they signed and sealed the same as their free and voluntary act and deed, for
1019 the uses and purposes therein mentioned.
1020 GIVEN under my hand and official seal the day and year above written.
1021
1022 ______________________________
1023
1024 Notary Public in and for the
1025 State of [Insert State], residing at
1026 ___________________, [Insert State]
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1027
1028 LICENSEE
1029
1030 STATE OF _______________)
1031 : ss
1032 County of ________________)
1033
1034 I, the undersigned, a Notary Public in and for the State of ____________, hereby certify that on the
1035 _____ day of ____________, 20____, personally appeared before me [NAME] _________ ______, [TITLE]
1036 ___________________ to me known to be the individual described in and who executed the foregoing
1037 instrument and acknowledged that they signed and sealed the same as their free and voluntary act and deed, for
1038 the uses and purposes therein mentioned.
1039
1040 GIVEN under my hand and official seal the day and year above written.
1041
1042 ______________________________
1043
1044 Notary Public in and for the
1045 State of _____________, residing at
1046 ___________________, _______________.
1047
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1048 APPENDIX E*
1049 APPLICATION FOR
1050 OVERLASHING PERMIT
1051 Application Date: _____/______/_______
1052
1053 To: City of Dover, Public Utilities, Electric Engineering Department, 860 Buttner Place, Dover, DE 19904
1054 No Application Permit Fee Required
1055 Permit No. ___________________
1056 No. of Spans for this permit __________
1057 Licensee Name:___________________________________________________________________
1058 Address: ________________________________________________________________________
1059 Contact Person: ___________________ Title: _________________ Phone No. _______________
1060 Utility Contact Person: ___________________ Title: ______________ Phone No. ____________
1061
1062 Narrative Description of proposed activity:
1063 __________________________________________________________________________________________
1064 _____________________________________________________ ______________
1065 ____________________________________________________________________________ ___
1066 As a condition to obtaining a License Agreement, every Licensee shall warrant that it understands the imminent
1067 dangers (INCLUDING SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH FROM ELECTROCUTION) inherent
1068 in the work necessary to make installations on and around DED's Facilities by the Licensee's employees,
1069 servants, agents, contractors or subcontractors, and that Licensee accepts the duty and sole responsibility to
1070 inform its employees, servants, agents, contractors or subcontractors of such dangers and to keep them informed
1071 regarding same.
1072
1073 In accordance with the terms and conditions of the Pole Attachment Ordinance, application is hereby made for a
1074 Permit to overlash in the locations detailed above or on the attached Route Map(s).
1075
1076 APPROVED – Permission is hereby granted to Licensee to overlash the spans listed on the
1077 attached Field Data Summary Sheets,
1078
1079 DENIED – Make Ready Work Required – subject to payment of the necessary Make-Ready
1080 Work charges as set out by Utility and agreed to by the Licensee. Once payment has been
1081 received, the City of Dover has completed Make-Ready Work, and Licensee has been notified by
1082 the Utility that the Make-Ready Work has been completed, the Licensee may complete the
1083 overlash installation.
1084 Submitted by: Response by:
1085
1086 Attaching Utility______________________ City of Dover, Public Utilities, Electric Dept.
1087
1088 Signature: ___________________________ Signature: ______________________________
1089
1090 Title ______________________________ Title __________________________________
1091
1092 Date __________________________________
1093
1094 * The parties may substitute a different, mutually agreeable, permit form.
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1095
1096 Pole Attachment Fee Study
1097
1098
1099
1100 City of Dover Electric Division
1101 Dover, Delaware
1102 Prepared by:
1103
1104 Ten Terrace Court
1105 Madison, WI 53719
1106 Phone: 800.362.7301
1107 Fax: 608.249.8532
1108
1109 www.virchowkrause.com
1110 June 30, 2005
1111 Pole Attachment Fee Study City of Dover Electric Division
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1112
1113 Table of Contents
1114
1115 1.0 Executive Summary ………………………………………………………..……… 2
1116
1117
1118 2.0 Rate Methodologies and Calculations …………………………………………. 3
1119
1120
1121 3.0 Observations ……………………………………………………………………….. 4
1122
1123
1124 4.0 Significant Assumptions …………………………………………………………. 6
1125
1126
1127 5.0 Pole Attachment Fee Calculation ……………………………………………….. 7
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1130 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1131
1132 We were engaged to conduct an analysis of Dover’s electric operations to compute pole attachment rates.
1133 Pole attachment rates are essentially a rental fee charged to attachers of Dover’s electric system. These
1134 attachers are typically telecommunications and cable companies and may include other non-traditional
1135 attachers such as the city’s telecommunications attachments.
1136 Our analysis was based on actual operational and financial information provided to us by utility management.
1137 In cases where data was unavailable for rate determination, assumptions were supplied by utility management.
1138 While the telecommunications industry uses methodologies mandated by the Federal Communications
1139 Commission (FCC), municipal utilities are exempt from being required to follow FCC guidance. However, the
1140 general guidelines used as a basis for developing FCC based pole attachment rates have been incorporated
1141 into this analysis.
1142 At times, it was not possible for our analysis to use actual financial and operational information due to Dover’s
1143 existing methods to account for electric activities. In these cases, we used other methods to estimate data
1144 inputs into the model calculation. Having actual financial and operational information available for our
1145 calculations may have a significant impact upon the rates calculated as part of this project. Please refer to
1146 Observations in Section 3.0.
1147 Our analysis computed pole attachment rates using the FCC-based model. Based on the information provided
1148 to us by utility management, the following is the annual attachment rates:
1149
1150 FCC-based: $8.17 per attachment
1151 As discussed earlier, these numbers include several assumptions due to limited data availability. We strongly
1152 urge Dover to continue analyzing its operations with a goal to enhance the accuracy and completeness of
1153 financial and operational data to support these calculations. By continuing to enhance your systems accuracy,
1154 it will reduce the likelihood of increased scrutiny by attaching entities when evaluating the integrity of your rate
1155 calculation bases.
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1158 RATE METHODOLOGY
1159
1160 Assumptions underlying this methodology are described below:
1161 FCC-based: The FCC-based methodology is aimed at emulating the formulas mandated by the FCC. This
1162 method is meant to provide you a perspective of your attaching entities. This method is
1163 followed by Local Exchange Carriers to determine their attachment rates when falling
1164 under the regulation of the FCC. These are the assumptions:
1165 • All costs associated to support space are reduced by 33% before allocations are made to the
1166 attachment rate formula.
1167 • All indirect costs of supervision and engineering have been removed from the formula.
1168 • No costs of safety space are allocated to attaching entities.
1169
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1172 OBSERVATIONS
1173
1174 Based on the information we have gathered from several key employees of both the City of Dover and Dover
1175 Electric, we have made a number of observations which will help to better understand our pole attachment fee
1176 calculations and methodologies.
1177 Fee and Agreement Definitions
One area of confusion during our fieldwork appeared to be the difference between various
types of fees and agreements being used in and around the City of Dover. Specifically,
franchise fees, rights of way charges and pole attachment fees. Generally, industry practices
would indicate that franchise agreements and pole attachment fees are designed to
accomplish different objectives and should therefore be distinct contracts. Below is a brief
description of each agreement for your reference.
Franchise Agreements: Franchise fee agreements are used to establish a regulatory
framework for the local cable providers and typically involve
developing a business relationship whereby the city grants
right-of-way to the provider in exchange for a franchise fee
payment. There generally is no intent for the city to collect
carrying costs of utility poles in this agreement since the
franchise payment is purely based on revenue-sharing and not
cost apportionment.
Rights of Way Fees: It appears that some attaching entities are required to pay for
right-of-way access within the city. These payments do not
relate to pole attachment fees since pole attachment fees do
not include any costs associated with land or land rights.
Pole Attachment Fees: Pole attachment fees are fees charged to entities which attach
to municipality-owned electric distribution and transmission
poles. They compensate the city for the carrying costs
associated with constructing, operating and maintain these
poles and can be considered the cost of “renting“ a portion of
the pole. Generally, these rates are meant to recover pole-
related costs incurred by the utility and are not based on a
revenue-sharing formula by the attaching entities.
Accounting Practices
1178
1179 The calculation of a pole attachment fee is sometime a challenge for municipality-owned electric companies
1180 due to a lack of activity based financial and operational information. Since the basis for developing pole
1181 attachment fees are cost-based, it is important that the City’s accounting practices promote an accurate
1182 representation of income, expense and financial position. These differences have made it necessary for the
1183 utility to use assumptions to estimate components of the pole attachment rate.
1184 These accounting practices all tend to reduce the computed pole attachment rate which may result in
1185 lost revenue to the utility.
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1188 The following is a brief list of accounting practices that have provided us a basis for our comments:
1189 FERC USOA (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Uniform System of Accounts):
1190 While using the FERC system of accounts is not a required practice in the State of Delaware, it is an industry
1191 best-practice that allows the utility to measure and monitor their activities based on the key aspects of their
1192 operation. Since FERC was not being used in Dover, we were required to use benchmark data, estimates and
1193 prorating techniques to arrive at pole maintenance costs.
1194
1195 Inaccurate Plant Accumulation:
1196 Expensing vs. Capitalizing
1197 The existing plant accounting system inaccurately captures costs of construction due to existing policies and
1198 procedures in place. For example, the utility does not capitalize any overhead line construction project with a
1199 project budget under $25,000. Since many capital projects exist annually with projects under that threshold,
1200 these capital costs are expensed and not capitalized, which overstates operating expenses and understates
1201 plant investment. As an example, during FY2004, no construction was capitalized to Overhead construction
1202 even though utility management identified many instances of construction projects.
1203
1204 Expensing of Labor
1205 The city’s historical practice to record labor and benefit costs does not accurately reflect costs of construction in
1206 the utility. Upon determination of a capital project, only materials and supplies are capitalized to a project while
1207 all labor and labor-related costs continue to be recognized as an operating expense. This practice is not an
1208 industry standard and also has the long term effect of materially misstating the utility’s financial statements.
1209
1210 Expenses are Generally Captured
1211 Since the FERC USOA is not being used, the utility relies on a chart of accounts to record activities similar to
1212 city operations. There is little to no activity-based recognition of operating costs. This reporting method made
1213 it difficult to identify pole related costs within the accounting system. As a result, we relied on utility
1214 management assumptions to arrive at pole operation and maintenance costs.
1215 Pole Inventory Count
1216 We were unable to obtain an accurate inventory of poles for the Dover Electric utility. We understand that
1217 several projects are in progress to identify all city-owned poles. However, nothing has been completed to date.
1218 An actual pole count is one of the most critical data inputs needed to arrive at a defendable pole attachment
1219 rate. Not having this data brings into question the accuracy of the computation used in the analysis. We were
1220 able to locate a data sheet identifying total system poles which we used as a basis for our computations.
1221 However, no utility personnel could attest as to the accuracy and basis for the report. Before the utility
1222 proposes changes to existing attachment rates, an accurate count of poles owned by the city should be
1223 attained and used to adjust the computed rates in this analysis.
1224
1225
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1227 Summary of Significant Assumptions
1228
1229 Based on conversations with several key employees and accounting information provided to us by the City of
1230 Dover and Dover Electric, we have made the following significant assumptions in our calculations of pole
1231 attachment fees.
Pole Pole count was computed to be approximately 10,500 poles. This is based on
Count: Dover Electric management’s estimation that 75% of their detailed pole count
has been completed and 8,000 poles have been counted to date.
Pole Poles are assumed to be an average of 37.5 feet high, consistent with industry
Height: practices. Each attacher is assumed to occupy one foot of the pole.
The average number of attachers on poles where attachments exist is assumed
Attachers:
to be three.
1232
1233 Depreciation: Depreciation on poles is assumed to be 3.33%.
1234 Plant in Service Accounts: Plant in Service Costs are based on estimated actual year-end cost for FYE June
1235 30, 2005.
1236 Income Statement Accounts: All income statement information as of 11 months ended 05/31/2005 was
1237 provided by the City of Dover Finance Department. These amounts
1238 were increased by a factor of 12/11 in order to estimate total expenses
1239 for FY 2005.
1240 Administrative and General Expenses: Administrative and general expenses include all Dover Electric
1241 administrative expenses and an Interfund Transfer paid to the City of
1242 Dover which represents indirect administrative costs, including human
1243 resources, IT, joint purchasing, central maintenance and others.
1244 Supervisor/Engineering Expense: Supervision and engineering labor attributable to poles is assumed to
1245 include two employees (one supervisor, one engineer). Each is
1246 assumed to have a salary of $50,000. The time dedicated to actual
1247 supervision or engineering is assumed to be 50% of their total time. Of
1248 this, 25% of their time is dedicated to the supervision of overhead
1249 equipment, for a total base salary attributable to overhead distribution
1250 of approximately $12,500. This amount was increased by 47% to
1251 account for benefits and taxes. This is based on the ratio of benefits to
1252 salaries for Dover Electric as of 05/31/05.
1253 Cost of Poles, Towers and Fixtures: The cost of poles, towers and fixtures was computed based on benchmark
1254 data from other municipally-owned electric utilities that had readily
1255 available property record data.
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1257
City of Dover Electric
Pole Attachment Fee Study
FCC-Based Method
Computation of Carrying Charge Rate
Prepared on June 29, 2005
Administrative and General Expense Percentage $ 4,147,745
Total administrative and general expenses
Divide by: Plant in Service Plant @ 5/31/2005
Plant in service
$ 129,261,520
Plant in Service $ 129,261,520
Administrative and General Expense Percentage 3.21%
Operating and Maintenance Expense Percentage
Supervision/Engineering expense $ -
Add: Poles and overhead line expense $ 2,723,753
Add: Other directly attributable expenses $ -
Subtotal $ 2,723,753
$
Divide by: Overhead-related items Street Lights 1,035,892
Transmission Overhead 5,209,472
Transmission Under Ground 2,731,250
Distribution Lines Overhead 5,569,057
Distribution Lines Under Ground 8,739,441
$ 23,285,112
Operating and Maintenance Expense Percentage 11.70%
Depreciation Rate for Utility Poles 3.33%
Return on Investment for Utility 4.00%
TOTAL ANNUAL CARRYING CHARGE RATE 22.24%
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1260
City of Dover Electric
Pole Attachment Fee Study
Computation of Estimated Cost of a Bare Pole
1261
1262
1263
1264 Gross Investment in Poles
1265 Total cost of poles, towers and fixtures $ 2,686,761
1266 Multiply by: Percent of costs allocable to bare poles 85%
1267 Net Investment in Poles $ 2,283,747
1268
1269 Divide by: Number of Poles Owned 10,500
1270 ESTIMATED COST OF A BARE POLE $217.50
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1273 City of Dover Electric
1274 Pole Attachment Fee Study
1275
Support Space Factor
Cost of the bare pole $ 217.50 Computed
Multiply by: Percentage of unusable space on the pole
Support space 24.00 Given
Divide by: Average pole height 37.50 Given
Support space percentage 64.00%
FCC Adjustment for Support Space 66.67%
Multiply by: Carrying charge rate 22.24% Computed
Total Support Carrying Charge per pole 20.64 Computed
Divide by: Average number of attachers 3.00 Entered
Total Support Space Factor $ 6.88
Safety Space Factor
Cost of the bare pole $ 217.50 Computed
Multiply by: Percentage of unusable space on the pole
Safety space - Given
Divide by: Average pole height 37.50 Given
Support space percentage 0.00%
Multiply by: Carrying charge rate 22.24% Computed
Total Safety Carrying Charge per pole -
Divide by: Average Number of Attachers 3.00 Entered
Total Safety Space Factor
$ -
Usable Space Factor
Cost of a bare pole $ 217.50 Computed
Multiply by: Percentage of usable space on the pole
Total feet assigned to an attacher 1.00 Computed
Divide by: Total presumed pole height 37.50 Computed
Usable space percentage 2.67%
Multiply by: Carrying charge rate 22.24% Computed
Total Usable Carrying Charge per pole 1.29
Total Usable Space Factor $ 1.29
_________________________________________________________________________ ____________ _________ __ _____ _______________________
POLE ATTACHMENT FEE - FCC-BASED METHOD $ 8.17
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1277
City of Dover Electric
Pole Attachment Fee Study
Assumptions and Input Calculations
1278
1279 Administrative and General Expense Inputs
1280 Amounts Cross referencing
Total electric plant in service FY 2004 $ 128,522,854 Doc. B; p. 1
Total FY 2005 projects 2,238,666 Doc. C; last page
Total electric plant in service FY 2005 $ 130,761,520
Retirements $ 1,500,000 Estimated based on 2004 retirements
Plant in service $ 129,261,520
Administration Expenses $ 666,076 Doc. A; p 74
Interfund Transfer 3,136,024 Doc. A; p 78
A & G Expenses 11 mo. Ended 5/31/05 $ 3,802,100
Total administrative and general expenses $ 4,147,745 Multiplied by 12/11
Operating and Maintenance Expense Inputs
1281
Supervisor/Engineer Salaries $ 100,000 Assumption
Time dedicated to supervision/engineering 50% Assumption
Time dedicated to distribution (vs. transmission) 50% Assumption
Time dedicated to overhead (vs. under ground) 50% Assumption
$ 12,500
FICA $ 93,718 Doc. A; p. 69
Health Insurance 170,957 Doc. A; p. 69
Long-term Disability Insurance 3,892 Doc. A; p. 69
Worker's Compensation 47,420 Doc. A; p. 69
Pension 194,867 Doc. A; p. 69
$ 510,854
Salaries $ 1,082,358 Doc. A; p. 69
Overhead as a percent of salaries 47%
Supervision/Engineering Expense $ 18,400
Transmission/Distribution Expenses 11 mo. Ended 5/31/05 $ 2,515,173 Doc. A; p. 70
T/D Expense less Supervision/Engineering Expense $ 2,496,773
Poles and overhead line expense $ 2,723,753 Multiplied by 12/11
Street Lights FY 2004 $ 1,023,040 Doc. B
Street Lights FY 2005 Projects 12,852 Doc. C; last page
Street Lights $ 1,035,892
Transmission Overhead FY 2004 $ 5,209,472 Doc. B
Transmission Overhead FY 2005 Projects - Doc. C; last page
Transmission Overhead $ 5,209,472
Transmission Under Ground FY 2004 $ 2,731,250 Doc. B
Transmission Under Ground FY 2005 Projects - Doc. C; last page
Transmission Under Ground $ 2,731,250
Distribution Lines Overhead FY 2004 $ 4,995,894 Doc. B
Distribution Lines Overhead FY 2005 Projects 573,163 Doc. C; last page
Distribution Lines Overhead $ 5,569,057
Distribution Lines Under Ground FY 2004 $ 8,535,800 Doc. B
Distribution Line Under Ground FY 2005 Projects 203,641 Doc. C; last page
Distribution Lines Underground $ 8,739,441
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