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ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
MAY 14, 2018 - 7:30 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
15 LOOCKERMAN PLAZA
DOVER, DELAWARE
INVOCATION BY REVEREND ELMER N. DAVIS SR. - DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT CHAPLAIN
PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS BY DOVER HIGH SCHOOL AIR FORCE JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICER
TRAINING CORPS (AFJROTC)
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE LED BY TOWNE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS
NATIONAL ANTHEM BY KENT CHAMBER CHOIR
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 C OUNCIL. 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 APRIL 23, 2018
2. ELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT/VICE-MAYOR
3. PRESENTATIONS
A. KENT ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP
B. 2017 ANNUAL REPORT - DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP
C. CLEAN HANDS FOR TAX DELINQUENCIES
4. PROCLAMATIONS
A. COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH
B. PUBLIC WORKS WEEK
5. STATE OF THE CITY MESSAGE - MAYOR ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN
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* 6. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - APRIL 24, 2018
A. LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
(1) DOWNTOWN DOVER BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT (BID) BUDGET AND
ASSESSMENT (TAX) RATES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-2019
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED BUDGET AND
ASSESSMENT (TAX) RATES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-19, AS PRESENTED)
B. SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
(1) UPDATE - SAFETY ISSUES AT THE LIBRARY (MR. LINDELL)
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED THAT MRS. MARGIE CYR, LIBRARY DIRECTOR,
SUBMIT A STATEMENT OR MEMORANDUM TO MRS. DONNA MITCHELL, CITY
MANAGER, IN REGARD TO LOOKING INTO OUTSIDE CAMERAS, FOR POSSIBLE
INCLUSION IN THE NEXT FISCAL BUDGET)
(2) DELAWARE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DELDOT) PROJECT UPDATES
A. SENATOR BIKEWAY
B. BRADFORD STREET STREETSCAPE
(3) PRESENTATION BY THE DOVER/KENT COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING
ORGANIZATION (MPO) - DOVER CAPITAL GATEWAY PLAN AND DESIGN BOOK
(4) REQUEST FOR LETTER - DOVER/KENT COUNTY METROPOLITAN PLANNING
ORGANIZATION (MPO) SUPPORT FOR A SERVICE ROAD TO THE GARRISON
TECHNOLOGY PARK AND ADEQUATE A FULL CONNECTION WITH ROUTE 1
(MR. ANDERSON)
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED DRAFTING A LETTER TO THE DOVER/KENT COUNTY
METROPOLITAN PLANNING ORGANIZATION (MPO) IN SUPPORT OF A CONNECTION
TO ROUTE 1 IN THE AREA OF THE GARRISON TRACT ON WHITE OAK ROAD)
(5) OFFICIAL REQUEST FOR COMPARISON ANALYSIS OF NATURE AND STATUS
UPDATE: 2015, 2016 AND 2017 COMMUNITY COMPLAINTS AGAINST DOVER
POLICE OFFICERS (MR. SUDLER)
(COMMITTEE RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF THE REPORT)
(6) DOVER POLICE CADET PROGRAM - DISCUSSION OF OFFICIAL CADET DUTIES
REQUIRED UNDER THE GRANT (MR. SUDLER)
* 7. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE REPORT - APRIL 25, 2018
A. OVERVIEW OF THE JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT PROGRAM - ECONOMIC AND WORKFORCE
DEVELOPMENT BENEFITS (MIKE CARNEY)
* 8. MONTHLY REPORTS - MARCH 2018
A. CITY ASSESSOR’S REPORT
B. CITY COUNCIL’S COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND REPORT
C. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
D. CITY PLANNER’S REPORT
E. CONTROLLER/TREASURER’S BUDGET REPORT
F. FIRE CHIEF’S REPORT (FEBRUARY AND MARCH)
G. POLICE CHIEF’S REPORT
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* 9. QUARTERLY REVIEWS (JANUARY, FEBRUARY, AND MARCH)
A. CAPITAL INVESTMENT PLAN (CIP)
B. PASSPORT ACCEPTANCE FACILITY OPERATIONS AND REVENUES
10. SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARINGS
(STAFF RECOMMENDS THAT THE PUBLIC HEARINGS BE SET FOR JUNE 11, 2018 AT 7:30 P.M.)
A. ELECTRIC FUND BUDGET
B. RESOLUTION NO. 2018-04 APPROVING ISSUANCE OF CERTAIN BONDS OR NOTES BY
ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY NO. 1 OF DOVER, DELAWARE
* 11. 2018/19 CITY COUNCIL ANNUAL STAFF APPOINTMENTS
A. CITY ASSESSOR.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CHERYL A. BUNDEK
B. BUILDING INSPECTOR.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DAVID S. HUGG III
C. CITY CLERK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TRACI A. MCDOWELL
D. ASSISTANT CITY CLERK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DENISE L. DEVINE
E. CONTROLLER/TREASURER.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LORI PEDDICORD
F. ASSISTANT CONTROLLER/TREASURER. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VACANT
G. ASSISTANT TREASURERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . DENISE L. DEVINE
.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TRACI A. MCDOWELL
H. FIRE MARSHAL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . JASON A. OSIKA
I. CITY SOLICITOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NICHOLAS H. RODRIGUEZ
J. DEPUTY CITY SOLICITOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . WILLIAM W. PEPPER, SR.
12. 2018/19 COUNCIL PRESIDENT ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS
A. COMPENSATION COMMISSION
B. GENERAL EMPLOYEE PENSION PLAN BOARD
C. OTHER POST-EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS (OPEB) BOARD
D. POLICE PENSION PLAN - RETIREMENT COMMITTEE
* 13. 2018/19 MAYORAL ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS
(MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN REQUESTS THAT THESE APPOINTMENTS BE DEFERRED UNTIL
JUNE 11, 2018)
A. COMPENSATION COMMISSION
B. DOVER FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION COMMITTEE
C. DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY ADVISORY COMMISSION
D. DOWNTOWN DOVER PARTNERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS
E. ELECTION BOARD
F. SILVER LAKE COMMISSION
* 14. RESOLUTIONS
A. NO. 2018-02 AUTHORIZING S IGNATURES FOR BANKING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE
CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE - CONTROLLER/TREASURER AND ASSISTANT TREASURERS
B. NO. 2018-03 APPROVING THE 2018 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(CDBG) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
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15. ANNEXATION/REZONING REQUEST/FIRST READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2018-04
THE FIRST READING IS OFFERED ON THE FOLLOWING PROPOSED ORDINANCE. IT IS
RECOMMENDED FOR REFERRAL TO THE UTILITY COMMITTEE ON JUNE 12, 2018; THE PLANNING
COMMISSION ON J UNE 18, 2018; AND THAT A PUBLIC HEARING BE SET FOR JULY 9, 2018 AT
7:30 P.M. THE ORDINANCE IS AVAILABLE AT THE ENTRANCE OF THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, ON
THE CITY'S WEBSITE AT WWW.CITYOFDOVER.COM UNDER "GOVERNMENT," OR BY CONTACTING
THE CITY CLERK'S OFFICE AT 736-7008 OR CITYCLERK@DOVER.DE.US.
A. AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY
CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM BG - GENERAL BUSINESS DISTRICT (KENT
COUNTY ZONING CLASSIFICATION) TO C-4 - HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL (CITY OF DOVER
ZONING CLASSIFICATION ) ON THAT PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3074 NORTH DUPONT
HIGHWAY, CONSISTING OF 0.69 +/- ACRES, OWNED BY JESSE L. ALLEN
(TAX PARCEL: ED-00-057.02-01-04.00-000; PLANNING REFERENCE: AX-18-01; COUNCIL DISTRICT: 3)
16. CITY MANAGER’S ANNOUNCEMENTS
17. COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ANNOUNCEMENTS
18. ADJOURNMENT
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29 D EL. C. §10004(B)(2) - PRELIMINARY DISCUSSIONS ON SITE ACQUISITIONS FOR ANY PUBLICLY FUNDED CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS , OR SALES OR LEASES OF REAL PROPERTY;
29 DEL. C. §10004(B)(4) - STRATEGY SESSIONS , INCLUDING THOSE INVOLVING LEGAL ADVICE OR OPINION FROM AN
ATTORNEY- AT- LAW , WITH RESPECT TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING OR PENDING OR POTENTIAL LITIGATION, BUT ONLY
WHEN AN OPEN MEETING WOULD HAVE AN ADVERSE EFFECT ON THE BARGAINING OR LITIGATION POSITION OF THE
PUBLIC BODY;
29 DEL. C. §10004(B)(6) - DISCUSSION OF THE CONTENT OF DOCUMENTS , EXCLUDED FROM THE DEFINITION OF
"PUBLIC RECORD" IN §10002 OF THIS TITLE WHERE S UCH DIS CUSSION MAY DISCLOSE THE CONTENTS OF SUCH
DOCUMENTS ;
29 DEL. C. §10004(B)(9) - PERSONNEL MATTERS IN WHICH THE NAMES , COMPETENCY AND ABILITIES OF INDIVIDUAL
EMPLOYEES ARE DISCUSSED, UNLESS THE EMPLOYEE REQUESTS THAT SUCH A MEETING BE OPEN
THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. PURSUANT TO 29 DEL. C. §10004(E)(2),
THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING
EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING.
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on April 23, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Slavin
presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Cole,
Mr. Polce, Mr. Hare, and Mr. Lindell.
Staff members present were Police Chief Mailey, Ms. Peddicord, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. Hugg, Deputy
Fire Chief Rhodes, City Solicitor Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. Mayor Christiansen was absent.
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:00 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting.
Council President Slavin declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that
Council was not in official session and could not take formal action.
Dr. Tony Allen, executive vice president and provost at Delaware State University (DSU), noted that
DSU is a 127-year-old institution anchored in Dover with 21,000 alum, many of which have
contributed in substantive ways, including being lifelong residents of the City of Dover. He provided
statistical information gathered by the University of Delaware Center for Applied Demography on
DSU’s local economic impact. Dr. Allen advised that Dr. Wilma Mishoe, President of DSU, had
provided a letter to all members of Council the previous Friday (Exhibit #1) regarding Proposed
Ordinance #2018-03 which would amend the Dover Code of Ordinances by creating a new
Chapter 84 - Public Safety Fee.
With respect to the public safety fee, Dr. Allen stated that DSU thinks that there are better ways for
them to engage, and they do want to be engaged. He advised that DSU thinks that Dover, like many
urban environments, has financial and economic challenges that are not dissimilar to other urban
environments and university partnerships can be key in solving some of those pressing concerns.
Dr. Allen stated that DSU believes that their growth is intricately tied to the City of Dover and they
believe that they have the intellectual capital among their faculty, staff, and students, as well as an
interest in growing the DSU campus, and they think they would be of service to the City.
Dr. Allen advised that DSU thinks that the proposed ordinance violates Delaware Code and,
probably more importantly, threatens their tax exempt status, which is a risk they are unwilling to
take. He reiterated their willingness to partner with the City in a substantive way, to think about
creative opportunities to make sure that they are being seen as partners who help with the City’s
economic and financial challenges, and to mutually grow together.
Mr. Charles Spiering, 120 Mifflin Road, advised of a drainage issue between his property and his
neighbors property. He noted that he provided the City with a letter outlining the problem
approximately two (2) years ago and he did not hear back. Mr. Spiering stated that about five weeks
ago he dropped off a letter explaining the issue and pictures of the property and did not hear back.
Additionally, he stopped by the previous week and spoke with someone in Public Works and had
not heard back again.
Council President Slavin apologized and advised that the City Manager, Mrs. Donna Mitchell, would
speak with Mr. Spiering at the conclusion of the Open Forum.
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(City Clerk’s Office Note: According to the Public Works Director, Mrs. Sharon Duca,
Mr. Spiering’s request was received approximately one month prior and it was provided to
Mr. Robin Eaton, Department of Public Works Operations Manager. The request was researched
and Mr. Eaton left messages for Mr. Spiering prior to that day. Mr. Spiering called Mr. Eaton back
on Wednesday, April 25, 2018 and apologized for not getting back to him sooner, as he had been
busy. Mr. Eaton notified Mr. Spiering that Mifflin Road was a State road and, as such, his concerns
would be forwarded to DelDOT. It should be noted that 120 and 114 Mifflin Road (referenced in
his correspondence) are not in City limits. In addition, as DelDOT just recently repaved Mifflin
Road, it is unlikely that DelDOT will do additional paving of the shoulder around the traffic circle.))
Dr. Michael Casson, Director of Delaware State University’s Center for Economic Development and
International Trade (UCEDIT), advised that the charge of the center, which is funded through the
U.S. Commerce Economic Development Administration, is to leverage the resources of Delaware
State University for local economic development efforts. He noted that he had worked on multiple
projects within the City of Dover, including the Food Innovation District, the African-American
Small Business and Work Force Inclusion Study, and the Garrison Tract Study, all of which were
opportunities that they leveraged and partnered with the City on. Dr. Casson stated that, going
forward, there were many more opportunities for DSU to leverage its resources to further the
economic growth in the City and he was looking forward to it.
Mr. Steve Canto, referring to a newspaper article about the homeless situation at the library, noted
that Code Purple brought a lot of people to Dover. He noted that it was good that they are helping
the homeless; however, he was concerned about liability and lawsuits. Mr. Canto also expressed
concern about sex offenders frequenting the library and Silver Lake Park.
The invocation was given by Bishop Thomas L. Holsey, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Sudler moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Mr. Neil moved for approval of the Consent Agenda, seconded by Mr. Lewis and carried by
a unanimous roll call vote.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 9, 2018
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 9, 2018 were unanimously approved by
motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Lewis and bore the writte n approval of Mayor
Christiansen.
QUARTERLY REVENUE REPORT
Members were provided the Quarterly Revenue Report as of March 31, 2018.
By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for acce ptance of the Quarterly Revenue Report as of
March 31, 2018. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lewis and carried by a unanimous roll call
vote.
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SEMI-ANNUAL INSPECTION BY CITY MANAGER - ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY
In accordance with Chapter 46 - Fire Prevention and Protection, Article II - Fire Department,
Division 1 - Generally, Section 46-43 - Semiannual Inspections, of the City Code, Mayor
Robin R. Christiansen met with the Fire Chief to discuss fire company issues on behalf of the City
Manager, Mrs. Donna S. Mitchell. Mrs. Mitchell submitted a memorandum outlining the items
discussed and noted that the station was found to be clean and functional, all apparatus was clean
and PMA records were in order. The department stands ready to perform its fire and rescue duties.
By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of the report of the Semi-Annual Robbins
Hose Company Inspection, as submitted by the City Manager. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Lewis and carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2018-02
The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of
April 9, 2018. Council President Slavin reminded members of the public that copies of the proposed
ordinance were available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or on the City’s website at
www.cityofdover.com under “Government.”
Mr. Sudler moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
By motion of Mr. Sudler, seconded by Mr. Neil, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote ,
adopted Ordinance #2018-02 (Exhibit #2).
CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, announced that the Lincoln Street and the Bradford Street water
main projects were completed under the street program and they were reviewing the punch list with
the contractors. She advised that the William Street water main replacement project is underway.
Mrs. Mitchell announced that bulk yard waste collection continues to be a week behind due to the
large volume, and they are working with adjusted operating schedules to get it finished. She noted
that water system flushing is in its last week and the leaf, compost, and wood chips give away would
occur in May.
Mrs. Mitchell noted that the first weekend in May would be busy with the Dover NASCAR Race
and Dover Days. She asked that people refrain from digging up the tulip bulbs. Mrs. Mitchell
advised that the Polytech and CR proms were also being held that weekend.
Mrs. Mitchell stated that Park Drive would be closed the following Wednesday for the removal of
the Fireman's Memorial.
Mr. Sudler thanked Mrs. Mitchell for due diligence leadership and persistency regarding the Lincoln
Park project.
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COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Anderson thanked Mrs. Mitchell for her diligence with the Woodcrest complaints. He also
noted that Dover Days would be more focused on The Green this year, as opposed to Legislative
Mall, though there would also be events at Legislative Mall.
Mr. Anderson announced that Military Spouse Appreciation Day would be observed on
May 11, 2018 and noted that the people who serve are very much supported by their families, and
we want to thank all of those families for the support they give to the service members.
Mr. Anderson offered praise for the Open Streets crew for the work they did with Wesley College
and Restoring Central Dover to do something that's a very positive start for the community. He
noted that there would be two or three more events this summer.
Mr. Lewis announced that he, Mr. Neil, Mayor Christiansen and Mr. Hugg had the opportunity
earlier in the day to welcome The House of Coffi, another new business across the street. He
thanked Mr. Hugg for being a part of advancing the economic development in the City.
Mr. Neil reiterated Mr. Anderson’s praise for the Open Streets program, noting that the grant came
in very late and the volunteers expressed gratitude for so many people who came out for their first
event. He also noted that, on page 10 under Business, was "Dover named best budget destination.
Delaware's quaint villages recently announced that Dover was named one of the top 12 best budget
destinations in America. Part 1 of the northeast by budgettravel.com, a multimedia-level platform
and a brand that inspires savvy travelers to see more for less." Mr. Neil advised that this was the
second kudo that has come from a national company. The other one was when Expedia named
Dover the best place for a getaway in Delaware. Mr. Neil stated that it was the result of the efforts
of Wendie Vestfall, the new director of Kent County Tourism. He noted that the occupancy rates
are up in our hotels and motels by 2.6% as a result of the efforts and the national exposure Kent
County is getting and Dover is benefitting from it.
Mr. Hare announced that there would be a fundraiser for the Delaware Military Support Organization
Saturday night at Harvest Ridge Winery from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. and encouraged everyone to attend.
Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
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All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular
Meeting of April 23, 2018, are hereby approved.
ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN
MAYOR
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Exhibits
Exhibit #1 - Correspondence from Dr. Wilma Mishoe, President of Delaware State University
Exhibit #2 - Ordinance #2018-02 - FY 2017-2018 Budget Ordinances - First Amendment
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EXHIBIT #1
Regular Council Meeting of 04/23/2018
APR 2 0 2018
DEIA \\'ARE STATE l '>Jl\'ERSITY
OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
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April 20, 2018
The Honorable Timothy A. Slavin
Council President
City of Dover
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903-0475
Dear Councilman Slavin:
The prosperity of local economies and the health of their colleges and universities are inescapably
linked. It is with this understanding that Delaware State University set a strategic goal of
Outreach and Engagement, with an objective to strengthen and expand our outreach,
engagement and economic development programs to benefit the people of Delaware, the nation
and the world.
To this end, Delaware State University has successfully leveraged its resources for community
and economic development throughout the City of Dover in such areas as public health,
entrepreneurship, public safety, and workforce development. Specifically, our University Center
for Economic Development and International Trade conducted the Garrison Technology Park
Market and Feasibility Study, the African-American Workforce and Small Business Inclusion
Study, and the City of Dover Economic Development and Real Estate Symposium. Moreover,
collaborative efforts such as the "active shooter" drill conducted by the Dover and Delaware
State University police departments or DSU's responsiveness to "officer needs assistance" calls
from Dover PD in the vicinity of campus improve our joint ability to deal with dangerous
situations not just on campus, but also at area schools, churches, or shopping malls.
Unfortunately, however, the mutually beneficial relationship between the City and University
remains invisible and unknown to far too many people.
The economic impact of local colleges and universities makes itself felt every year. The University
of Delaware's Center for Applied Demography and Survey Research concluded that each dollar
invested in DSU generates $5.85 for the State's economy. Approximately $2 of that total remains
in the Dover/Kent County area. In 2016 this equated to $80 million, while a similar study indicated
that Wesley College annually contributes over $20 million in local economic impact as evidenced
by its recent acquisitions of two abandoned downtown Dover facilities, the Frear Federal Building
and the old Public Library.
1200 North DuPont Highway• Dover, DE 19901 • 302.857.6100 (office)• 302.857-7410 (fax)• www.desu .edu
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Our institutions of higher education cause people to move into the area, contribute to the
development of a highly skilled workforce, and pay the taxes supporting local schools and
government operations. According to the Center for Applied Demography, DSU's addition to the
Dover/Kent County workforce will exceed 1,100 new workers this year, and stimulate nearly
l, 700 new jobs into the area, adding an additional $64 million in disposable personal income to
Dover's economy.
But for DSU, like Wesley College and nearly 100 nonprofits operating in Dover, those figures only
tell part of the story.
Every night the Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing, Shepherd Place, and Whatcoat Social
Services provide dozens of beds for the homeless citizens of our community, costing taxpayers
$5,000 per bed annually, not including meals as calculated by the Interfaith Mission. However,
when you couple these services with solutions for the eradication of homelessness in the City of
Dover being uncovered by DSU College of Business students, as demonstrated at last month's
case competition, you create a community network designed to foster collaboration and leverage
resources collectively for the betterment of the citizens of Dover.
Since 2009, Central Delaware's Habitat for Humanity has increased its annual goal forthe number
of homes constructed in the local community from one to seven. That commitment has led to
the need for increased fundraising, coordination with other nonprofit agencies, and a
dramatically expanded volunteer workforce.
Many people associate Dover's Modern Maturity Center primarily with "Meals on Wheels" and
senior daycare, but the center has an even more dramatic impact on Dover. Since opening the
Hope Medical Clinic in 2005 for those without Medicaid or Medicare, Modern Maturity has
consistently expanded services to include physical therapy, a medical practice, and minor
surgery. In 2011, Modern Maturity initiated Front Porch, the first Early Memory Loss Program in
Delaware.
A full report of the positive economic impact and provision of services by Dover's 96 nonprofits
would require dozens of pages and document hundreds of millions invested and generated in
our community. BayHealth, for example, conducts over $40 million in uncompensated medical
treatments annually for indigent local residents.
All of Dover's nonprofits operate in an ever-tightening financial environment. Federal and State
dollars for their budgets continue to decline. Fundraising becomes more difficult each year.
People having to work two jobs to stay afloat have less time to volunteer.
1200 North DuPont Highway• Dover, DE 19901 • 302.857 .6100 (office)• 302.857-7410 (fax)• www .desu.edu
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It's disheartening when some local political leaders suggest Dover nonprofits are not paying their
"fair share" for City fire and police services, and try to solve their budget shortfalls by taxing
organizations sheltering the homeless, caring for the elderly, treating the poor, educating their
children, training their workforce, empowering their businesses and informing their citizens .
City Council's proposed ordinance 2018-03 sets the unwise and possibly illegal precedent of
taxing nonprofit organizations. Council proposes to collect "only" a penny per square exterior
foot for each nonprofit-owned structure in Dover-about $72,000. But t he tax could be raised to
twice or even ten times that rate by a single vote in subsequent years.
That' s simply unacceptable.
Dover is our community, and like other nonprofits we invest heavily in the City and surrounding
area. Many of our employees live here, and many of our graduates stay here.
We cannot agree to compromise the tax-exempt, nonprofit status that makes it possible for us
to operate in order to solve the City's deficit spending woes. That is particularly true given the
state statutory language that clearly and unequivocally exempts much of the property targeted
by this proposed ordinance from taxation or assessment:
"Property belonging to this State ... or any college or school and used for
educational or school purposes ... shall not be liable to taxation and
assessment for public purposes by any county or other political
subdivision of this State."
9 Del.C. § 8105.
Reducing the relationship of local nonprofits with Dover to a source of tax revenue is not only
wrong, it's short-sighted and threatens our ability to continue delivering the services and
economic impact upon which the City relies.
It's equally disconcerting to find you arguing that the shelters providing beds to homeless
individuals, the emergency room that gives them no-cost medical treatment, or the organization
dedicated to building them homes are not contributing their "fair share" toward the City.
We suggest collaboration rather than tax collection.
1200 North DuPont Highway• Dover, DE 19901 • 302.857.6100 (office)• 302.857-7410 (fax) • www.desu.edu
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There is much that can be done to work with your two flagship educational institutions in the
Capital City, the local hospital and literally dozens of nonprofits to look at many of the social ills
that bring down our quality of life and increase need for City services. That is the kind of
partnership that makes for a good City that understands its assets and its financial and intellectual
capita l and makes it work effectively for its citizens. We welcome the opportunity to work w ith
you in finding more collaborative ways to solve your economic problems and to ensure a more
sustainable economy for the City of Dover.
Sincerely,
Wilma Mishoe, Ph.D.
President
1200 North DuPont Highway• Dover, DE 19901 • 302.857.6100 (office)• 302.857-7410 (fax)• www .desu .edu
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EXHIBIT #2
Regular Council Meeting of 04/23/2018
CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2018-02
2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Forty Nine Million Three Thousand Two Hundred dollars
($49,003,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
GENERAL FUND
CASH RECEIPT SUMMARY FOR 2017-2018
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 4,597,100 $ 6,072,200
RECEIPTS
FINES AND POLICE REVENUE 746,600 746,600
LIBRARY REVENUES 100,000 100,000
KENT COUNTY BOOK REIMBURSEMENT 300,000 300,000
BUSINESS LICENSES 1,467,000 1,467,000
PERMITS AND OTHER FEES 1,956,000 1,956,000
MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES 57,000 57,000
POLICE EXTRA DUTY 500,000 500,000
PROPERTY TAXES 13,025,600 13,025,600
RECREATION REVENUE 150,000 150,000
FRANCHISE FEE 688,100 688,100
SANITATION FEES 3,080,400 3,080,400
RENT REVENUE - GARRISON FARM 96,900 96,900
COURT OF CHANCERY FEES 1,350,000 1,350,000
INVESTMENT INCOME 138,000 138,000
RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 23,655,600 23,655,600
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS W/WW 1,716,100 1,716,100
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS ELECTRIC 3,660,100 3,660,100
INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 5,376,200 5,376,200
GRANTS:
POLICE RELATED/EXTRA DUTY 60,000 60,000
POLICE PENSION GRANT 415,000 415,000
GREEN ENERGY GRANT 98,500 98,500
MISC GRANT REVENUE 25,000 31,500
HISTORIC DISTRICT GRANT 6,500
GRANTS SUBTOTAL 605,000 605,000
TRANSFERS FROM:
TRANSFER TAX 1,209,300 1,209,300
MUNICIPAL STREET AID 673,100 673,100
CIVIL TRAFFIC PENALTIES 511,800 511,800
WATER/WASTEWATER 900,000 900,000
ELECTRIC 10,000,000 10,000,000
TRANSFERS FROM SUBTOTAL 13,294,200 13,294,200
TOTAL REVENUES 42,931,000 42,931,000
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUE $ 47,528,100 $ 49,003,200
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
GENERAL FUND - EXPENDITURES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2017-2018
2017/18 2017/18
DEPARTMENT EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
CITY CLERK $ 436,700 $ 440,700
COUNCIL 155,100 145,100
TAX ASSESSOR 238,500 241,200
FIRE 774,900 774,900
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 1,142,000 1,101,200
LIBRARY 1,708,300 1,715,800
RECREATION 764,200 811,500
LIFE SAFETY 499,600 500,900
CODE ENFORCEMENT 449,700 452,100
PLANNING 563,400 568,000
INSPECTIONS 721,000 724,800
POLICE 16,483,900 16,713,300
POLICE EXTRA DUTY 560,000 560,000
STREETS 1,119,400 1,202,100
SANITATION 2,563,900 2,566,600
CITY MANAGER 751,500 820,500
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 777,400 781,200
FINANCE 1,038,900 1,038,900
PUBLIC WORKS - ADMINISTRATION 718,300 720,100
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 629,700 633,200
PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING 277,700 278,800
PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY 605,100 610,600
FLEET MAINTENANCE 838,200 840,200
CUSTOMER SERVICE 1,169,500 1,174,700
HUMAN RESOURCES 436,600 538,600
MAYOR 119,300 119,300
DEPARTMENT SUBTOTALS 35,542,800 36,074,300
OTHER EXPENSES
DEBT SERVICE 443,100 443,100
CONTRIBUTION TO DDP 150,000 150,000
MISCELLANEOUS GRANT RELATED EXP 25,000 25,000
INSURANCE 735,000 735,000
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 2,063,000 2,063,000
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 367,500 70,900
BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 21,000 21,000
UNCOLLECTIBLES - TRASH AND OTHER 100,000 100,000
STREET LIGHTS 810,000 810,000
OTHER EXPENSE SUBTOTAL 4,714,600 4,418,000
TRANSFERS
TRANSFER TO CAPITAL FUND - PROJECTS 1,368,700 1,368,700
TRANSFER TO THE CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE - 214,700
APPROP. TO THE POLICE PENSION FUND 761,500 811,500
APPROP. POLICE PENSION - STATE GRANT 415,000 415,000
APPROP. TO THE GENERAL PENSION FUND 48,400 619,000
TRANSFER TO INVENTORY WRITE-OFFS 10,000 10,000
TRANSFERS SUBTOTAL 2,603,600 3,438,900
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 42,861,000 43,931,200
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 4,667,100 5,072,000
TOTALS $ 47,528,100 $ 49,003,200
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Million Seven Hundred Thirty One Thousand Three Hundred dollars
($3,731,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other
funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017
and ending June 30, 2018:
REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - PROJECTS $ 412,900 $ 1,637,200
REVENUES
STATE GRANTS - Other 33,000 63,000
INTEREST EARNINGS 8,300 8,300
TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND 1,368,700 1,368,700
TRANSFER FROM PARKLAND RESERVE 205,000 235,800
TRANSFER FROM CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE 418,300 418,300
SUBTOTAL PROJECT RECEIPTS 2,033,300 2,094,100
TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES 2,033,300 2,094,100
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE AND REVENUES $ 2,446,200 $ 3,731,300
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
EXPENDITURES BUDGET REVISED
CITY CLERK $ - $ 156,200
FIRE 145,700 145,700
GROUNDS 62,500 62,500
RECREATION 271,000 331,800
POLICE 379,900 379,900
STREETS 1,070,000 1,977,000
SANITATION - 42,000
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 36,600 63,600
FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 25,100 25,100
DEPARTMENT SUBTOTAL 1,990,800 3,183,800
TRANSFERS
TRANSFER TO PARKLAND RESERVE - 25,800
TRANSFERS SUBTOTAL - 25,800
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 1,990,800 3,209,600
BUDGET BALANCE 455,400 521,700
TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENDITURES $ 2,446,200 $ 3,731,300
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Million Eight Hundred Nine Thousand Three Hundred
dollars ($1,809,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal
year beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 1,525,700 $ 1,576,100
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS 18,500 18,500
TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND - 214,700
TOTAL RECEIPTS 18,500 233,200
TOTALS $ 1,544,200 $ 1,809,300
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
TRANSFER TO GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND $ 418,300 $ 418,300
CARRY FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR 1,125,900 1,391,000
TOTALS $ 1,544,200 $ 1,809,300
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
PARKLAND/RECREATION RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Hundred Forty One Thousand Two Hundred dollars
($341,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and
other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
OPERATING REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 376,300 $ 336,300
INTEREST INCOME 4,900 4,900
TOTALS $ 381,200 $ 341,200
OPERATING EXPENSES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
TRANSFER TO GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND $ 205,000 $ 235,800
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 176,200 105,400
TOTALS $ 381,200 $ 341,200
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
WATER/WASTEWATER FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eighteen Million Five Hundred Nineteen Thousand Two Hundred
dollars ($18,519,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 1,330,900 $ 1,680,500
BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER 1,166,800 1,399,700
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 2,497,700 3,080,200
BASE REVENUE
WATER SERVICES 5,914,600 5,914,600
WASTEWATER SERVICES 3,768,000 3,768,000
WASTEWATER TREATMENT SERVICES 2,952,900 2,952,900
GROUNDWATER INFLOW ADJUSTMENT 1,899,700 1,899,700
WATER TANK SPACE LEASING 391,400 391,400
WATER IMPACT FEES 231,000 231,000
WASTEWATER IMPACT FEES 209,000 209,000
INTEREST - WATER 5,700 5,700
INTEREST - WASTEWATER 5,700 5,700
MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE FEE 61,000 61,000
TOTAL REVENUES 15,439,000 15,439,000
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES AND REVENUES $ 17,936,700 $ 18,519,200
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
WATER/WASTEWATER FUND - EXPENSES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2017-2018
2017/18 2017/18
DIRECT EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
ENGINEERING & INSPECTION $ 517,800 $ 523,300
WATER DEPARTMENT 635,700 650,300
WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT 962,800 981,000
WATER TREATMENT PLANT 1,780,500 1,791,100
DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTAL 3,896,800 3,945,700
OTHER EXPENSES
DEBT SERVICE - WATER 524,600 524,600
DEBT SERVICE - WASTEWATER 612,800 612,800
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 242,200 242,200
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 25,900 4,000
PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY - 144,800
KENT COUNTY TREATMENT CHARGE 3,926,500 3,926,500
INTERFUND SERVICE FEES 1,716,100 1,716,100
BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 26,000 26,000
BOND ISSUE COSTS 40,000 40,000
OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 7,114,100 7,237,000
TRANSFER TO:
GENERAL FUND FROM WATER 500,000 500,000
GENERAL FUND FROM WASTEWATER 400,000 400,000
WATER IMP AND EXT 1,600,000 1,586,500
WASTEWATER IMP AND EXT 1,600,000 1,586,500
GENERAL EMPLOYEES PENSION 7,500 7,500
TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 4,107,500 4,080,500
TOTAL EXPENSES 15,118,400 15,263,200
BUDGET BALANCES
BUDGET BALANCE WATER 1,575,600 1,849,400
BUDGET BALANCE WASTEWATER 1,242,700 1,406,800
BUDGET BALANCE SUBTOTALS 2,818,300 3,256,200
TOTAL CURRENT YEAR BALANCES AND EXPENSES $ 17,936,700 $ 18,519,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
WATER/WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Nine Million One Hundred Forty Three Thousand Two Hundred
dollars ($9,143,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
begining July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 2,042,000 $ 4,836,100
BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER 1,195,100 1,008,500
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 3,237,100 5,844,600
REVENUES
MISC REVENUES - 32,400
TRANS FR OPERATING FUND - WATER 1,600,000 1,586,500
TRANS FR OPERATING FUND - WW 1,600,000 1,586,500
INTEREST INCOME 93,200 93,200
TOTAL REVENUES 3,293,200 3,298,600
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES & REVENUES $ 6,530,300 $ 9,143,200
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
WATER $ 1,608,400 $ 1,742,000
WASTEWATER 1,543,000 2,569,500
WATER TREATMENT PLANT - 2,468,200
TOTAL EXPENSES 3,151,400 6,779,700
BUDGET BALANCE - WATER 2,080,200 2,275,200
BUDGET BALANCE - WASTEWATER 1,298,700 88,300
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 3,378,900 2,363,500
TOTAL BUDGET BALANCES & EXPENSES $ 6,530,300 $ 9,143,200
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
WATER/WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Four Million Two Hundred Thirty Nine Thousand Four Hundred
dollars ($4,239,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated fromcurrent revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 249,800 $ 652,500
BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER 2,909,500 3,540,600
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 3,159,300 4,193,100
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS - WATER 4,200 4,200
INTEREST EARNINGS - WASTEWATER 42,100 42,100
TOTAL RECEIPTS 46,300 46,300
TOTALS $ 3,205,600 $ 4,239,400
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WATER $ 254,000 $ 656,700
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WASTEWATER 2,951,600 3,582,700
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 3,205,600 4,239,400
TOTALS $ 3,205,600 $ 4,239,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
WATER/WASTEWATER CONTINGENCY RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Hundred Thirty Seven Thousand Six Hundred dollars
($537,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 251,600 $ 251,700
BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER 278,200 278,300
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 529,800 530,000
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS - WATER 3,500 3,500
INTEREST EARNINGS - WASTEWATER 4,100 4,100
TOTAL RECEIPTS 7,600 7,600
TOTALS $ 537,400 $ 537,600
BUDGET SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WATER $ 255,100 $ 255,200
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WASTEWATER 282,300 282,400
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 537,400 537,600
TOTAL EXPENSES AND CURRENT YEAR BALANCES $ 537,400 $ 537,600
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND
REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Ninety Seven Million Nine Hundred Fifty Thousand dollars
($97,950,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other
funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017
and ending June 30, 2018:
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 20,290,200 $ 22,252,500
DISTRIBUTION OF EARNINGS - PCA CREDIT (6,176,700) (6,176,700)
BEGINNING BALANCE - ADJUSTED 14,113,500 16,075,800
BASE REVENUE
DIRECT SALES TO CUSTOMER 79,656,000 79,656,000
UTILITY TAX 1,236,200 1,236,200
MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 531,200 531,200
RENT REVENUE 104,500 104,500
GREEN ENERGY 130,000 130,000
INTEREST EARNINGS 216,300 216,300
TOTAL REVENUES 81,874,200 81,874,200
TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUES $ 95,987,700 $ 97,950,000
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND EXPENSES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2017-2018
2017/18 2017/18
EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
POWER SUPPLY $ 22,807,900 $ 22,557,900
SOLAR ENERGY 2,661,300 2,661,300
SOLAR RENEWAL ENERGY CREDITS 371,200 371,200
POWER SUPPLY MANAGEMENT 835,000 835,000
REC'S (Renewable Energy Credits) 578,300 578,300
RGGI (Regional Greenhouse Gas Init.) 64,000 64,000
PJM CHARGES - ENERGY 6,024,400 6,024,400
PJM CHARGES - TRANSMISSION & FEES 6,900,200 6,900,200
CAPACITY CHARGES 10,482,500 10,482,500
SUB-TOTAL POWER SUPPLY 50,724,800 50,474,800
PLANT OPERATIONS 6,146,500 6,146,500
GENERATIONS FUELS 817,400 817,400
PJM SPOT MARKET ENERGY (958,100) (958,100)
PJM CREDITS (535,400) (535,400)
CAPACITY CREDITS (7,120,100) (7,120,100)
GENERATION SUBTOTAL (1,649,700) (1,649,700)
POWER SUPPLY & GENERATION SUBTOTAL 49,075,100 48,825,100
DIRECT EXPENDITURES
TRANSMISSION/DISTRIBUTION 3,599,600 3,609,700
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 1,226,400 1,247,900
ADMINISTRATION 797,000 777,000
METER READING 392,500 393,500
SYSTEMS OPERATIONS 644,700 656,700
DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTALS 6,660,200 6,684,800
OTHER EXPENSES:
UTILITY TAX 1,236,200 1,236,200
ALLOW FOR UNCOLLECTIBLES 250,000 250,000
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES - RFP'S 100,000 250,000
LEGAL EXPENSES 25,000 125,000
RETIREES HEALTH CARE 820,300 820,300
OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 105,200 80,600
PENSION UNFUNDED LIABILITY 1,000,000 1,234,500
OPEB UNFUNDED LIABILITY 1,000,000 1,000,000
GREEN ENERGY PAYMENT TO DEMEC 130,000 130,000
INTERFUND SERVICE FEES 3,660,100 3,660,100
INTEREST ON DEPOSITS 21,000 21,000
BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 295,000 295,000
DEBT SERVICE 1,605,500 1,605,500
OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 10,248,300 10,708,200
TRANSFER TO:
IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION 5,000,000 5,000,000
GENERAL FUND 10,000,000 10,000,000
RATE STABILIZATION RESERVE 5,200,000 5,200,000
TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 20,200,000 20,200,000
TOTAL EXPENSES 86,183,600 86,418,100
BUDGET BALANCE - WORKING CAPITAL 9,804,100 11,531,900
TOTALS $ 95,987,700 $ 97,950,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC UTILITY IMPROVEMENT AND EXTENSION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Fifteen Million Eight Hundred Forty Five Thousand Five Hundred
dollars ($15,845,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 6,600,300 $ 10,365,700
REVENUES
TRANSFER FROM ELECTRIC 5,000,000 5,000,000
GENERAL SERVICE BILLING 370,000 370,000
INTEREST EARNINGS 109,800 109,800
TOTAL REVENUES 5,479,800 5,479,800
TOTALS $ 12,080,100 $ 15,845,500
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
EXPENSES BUDGET REVISED
ELECTRIC ADMINISTRATION $ 8,500 $ 8,500
ELECTRIC GENERATION 2,328,000 2,816,600
TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION 1,725,500 1,725,500
ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 1,315,000 1,485,100
ELECTRIC METERING - 36,000
ERP SYSTEM 1,500,000 2,441,700
TOTAL EXPENSES 6,877,000 8,513,400
BUDGET BALANCE 5,203,100 7,332,100
TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENSES $ 12,080,100 $ 15,845,500
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC UTILITY CONTINGENCY RESERVE
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eight Hundred Seventy Six Thousand Three Hundred dollars
($876,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and
other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 863,500 $ 862,500
RECEIPTS
INTEREST EARNINGS 13,800 13,800
TOTAL RECEIPTS 13,800 13,800
TOTALS $ 877,300 $ 876,300
EXPENSE SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 877,300 $ 879,300
TOTALS $ 877,300 $ 876,300
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC UTILITY DEPRECIATION RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Thirteen Million Two Hundred Forty Seven Thousand
dollars ($13,247,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from
current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government
for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 13,042,800 $ 13,038,300
INTEREST EARNINGS 208,700 208,700
TOTALS $ 13,251,500 $ 13,247,000
BUDGET SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 13,251,500 $ 13,247,000
TOTALS $ 13,251,500 $ 13,247,000
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC UTILITY FUTURE CAPACITY RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Thirteen Million Four Hundred Four Thousand Four Hundred
dollars ($13,404,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 13,197,700 $ 13,193,200
INTEREST EARNINGS 211,200 211,200
TOTALS $ 13,408,900 $ 13,404,400
BUDGET SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 13,408,900 $ 13,404,400
TOTALS $ 13,408,900 $ 13,404,400
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC UTILITY INSURANCE STABLIZATION RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Eighty Seven Thousand One Hundred
dollars ($787,100) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 775,800 $ 774,700
INTEREST EARNINGS 12,400 12,400
TOTALS $ 788,200 $ 787,100
BUDGET SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 788,200 $ 787,100
TOTALS $ 788,200 $ 787,100
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE STABLIZATION RESERVE
SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Sixteen Million Seven Thousand Six Hundred dollars
($16,007,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government
for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
CASH RECEIPTS
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 10,635,500 $ 10,637,400
INTEREST EARNINGS 170,200 170,200
TRANSFER FROM ELECTRIC OPERATING FUND 5,200,000 5,200,000
TOTALS $ 16,005,700 $ 16,007,600
BUDGET SUMMARY
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 16,005,700 $ 16,007,600
TOTALS $ 16,005,700 $ 16,007,600
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
WORKERS COMPENSATION FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Two Million One Hundred Eighty Four Thousand Five Hundred
dollars ($2,184,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current
revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the
fiscal year beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
OPERATING REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
BEGINNING BALANCE $ 1,487,800 $ 1,257,700
INTEREST INCOME 22,500 22,500
PREMIUM FROM CITY 904,300 904,300
TOTALS $ 2,414,600 $ 2,184,500
OPERATING EXPENSES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES - CLAIMS $ 565,000 $ 565,000
INSURANCE 110,800 110,800
STATE OF DEL - SELF INSURANCE TAX 39,000 39,000
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 25,000 25,000
TOTAL EXPENSES 739,800 739,800
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 1,674,800 1,444,700
TOTALS $ 2,414,600 $ 2,184,500
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Hundred Seventy Thousand Nine Hundred dollars
($570,900) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and
other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
OPERATING REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 85,200 $ 70,900
GRANTS REVENUE 500,000 500,000
TOTALS $ 585,200 $ 570,900
OPERATING EXPENSES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
PROGRAM EXP. GRANT RELATED $ 500,000 $ 500,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 85,200 70,900
TOTALS $ 585,200 $ 570,900
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
LIBRARY GRANT FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Hundred One Thousand Five Hundred dollars
($301,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
OPERATING REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ - $ 18,900
STATE GRANT 281,700 280,800
FEDERAL GRANT 2,500 1,800
TOTALS $ 284,200 $ 301,500
OPERATING EXPENSES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
STATE GRANTS
FURNITURE/FIXTURES $ 1,500 $ 5,500
OFFICE SUPPLIES 30,000 28,000
PRINTING AND DUPLICATING 13,000 13,700
PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES 23,500 25,500
BOOKS 126,400 128,800
COMPUTER SOFTWARE 2,100 2,500
COMPUTER HARDWARE 1,000 5,300
AUDIO VISUAL SUPPLIES 74,700 79,000
POSTAGE 100 200
TRAINING/CONF/FOOD/TRAV 2,500 4,200
OFF EQP/REPAIRS & MAINT 4,900 4,000
OTHER EQUIP - LEASE 2,000 2,100
SUBTOTAL EXPENSES STATE GRANTS 281,700 298,800
FEDERAL GRANTS
PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES 2,500 2,700
SUBTOTAL EXPENSES FEDERAL GRANTS 2,500 2,700
GRAND TOTAL EXPENSES 284,200 301,500
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - -
TOTALS $ 284,200 $ 301,500
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
POLICE GRANTS FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Ninety Three Thousand Five hundred dollars
($793,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
OPERATING REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 72,400 $ 121,600
STATE AND FEDERAL GRANTS RECEIVED 358,000 671,900
TOTALS $ 430,400 $ 793,500
OPERATING EXPENSES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
EXPENDITURES
PERSONNEL EXPENDITURES
CADET PROGRAM SALARIES $ 11,900 $ 11,900
CADET PROGRAM FICA 900 900
CADET PROGRAM W/COMP 700 700
MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES
POLICE EQUIPT & PROG SUPP 312,000 365,900
ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENDITURES
CELL PHONE CHARGES 20,000 20,000
CONTRACTUAL SERVICES - 210,000
TRAINING 15,000 25,000
AUDIT FEES 1,000 1,000
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 361,500 635,400
OTHER FINANCING USES
OPERATING TRANSFERS-OUT 60,000 100,000
TOTAL FINANCING USES 60,000 100,000
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 8,900 58,100
TOTALS $ 430,400 $ 793,500
The above budget represents the combination of all State & Federal Grants.
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
CDBG GRANT FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Hundred Twenty Thousand Eight Hundred dollars
($320,800) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
OPERATING REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 2,100 $ 2,100
CDBG GRANTS RECEIVED 216,700 318,700
TOTALS $ 218,800 $ 320,800
OPERATING EXPENSES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
EXPENDITURES
PRIOR YEAR CONNECTION SUPP PROGRAM $ - $ 6,800
PRIOR YEAR CLOSING COST/DOWN PAYMENT PROGRAM - 11,800
PRIOR YEAR MHDC HOMEOWNER REHAB. - 35,900
PRIOR YEAR MHDC EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR - 15,000
PRIOR YEAR ADMIN EXPENSE - 18,800
CURRENT YEAR CLOSING COST/DOWN PAYMENT PROGRAM 60,000 70,000
CURRENT YEAR CONNECTION SUPP PROGRAM 3,000 3,000
CURRENT YEAR DOVER INTERFAITH MINISTRY 24,000 24,000
CURRENT YEAR MHDC EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR 25,000 26,000
CURRENT YEAR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY 21,300 21,300
CURRENT YEAR MHDC HOMEOWNER REHAB. 40,000 40,000
CURRENT YEAR ADMIN EXPENSE 43,400 46,100
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 216,700 318,700
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 2,100 2,100
TOTALS $ 218,800 $ 320,800
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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2017-2018 BUDGET ORDINANCES
SUBSTANCE ABUSE GRANTS FUND
CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2017-2018
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Hundred Forty Eight Thousand Four Hundred dollars
($148,400) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues
and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year
beginning July 1, 2017 and ending June 30, 2018:
OPERATING REVENUES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 45,300 $ 87,400
STATE GRANTS RECEIVED 28,000 28,000
RECREATION REVENUE 33,000 33,000
TOTALS $ 106,300 $ 148,400
OPERATING EXPENSES
2017/18 2017/18
BUDGET REVISED
EXPENDITURES
TEMPORARY HELP/BENEFITS $ 67,700 $ 67,700
PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES 35,000 35,000
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 102,700 102,700
CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 3,600 45,700
TOTALS $ 106,300 $ 148,400
The above budget represents the combination of all State & Federal Grants.
The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make
interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any
department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306.
ADOPTED: APRIL 23, 2018
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BOARD MEMBERS
Anita Evans, President, M & T Bank
Lucy Findlay, Vice President, Partners in Design
John E. Van Gorp, Treasurer, Bayhealth
Todd Stonesifer, Secretary, The Moving Experience
David Anderson, City Councilman
Brian Bushweller, State Senator
Robin Christiansen, Mayor
Robert Clark, Wesley College President
Mike Harrington, Harrington ERA
David Hugg, Planning & Inspections Director
Diane Laird, Downtown Delaware
Donna Mitchell, City Manager
Fred Neil, City Councilman
Maxine Lewis, Maxine’s Fashions
Sean Lynn, Esq., State Representative
Mitchell May, Esq., May & Perza
Gregg Moore, Becker Morgan
Tim Slavin, Council President
Erin Tinsley-Thwaites, Bel Boutique & The Loocke
Wendie Vestfall, Kent County Tourism
DDP Administration
Tina Bradbury, Operations Manager
Joan M. Cote, Former Executive Director
Maureen Feeney-Roser, Interim Executive Director
Brynn Voshell, Administrative Assistant
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President’s Note
The Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP), its staff, and the countless volunteers who
support the organization, have had a very busy and productive 2017. Residents,
merchants, the City of Dover, non-profit organizations, local corporations, institutions of
higher learning and our partners at the State and County levels have come together to
transform an already dynamic and diverse downtown district into an even more
appealing destination for residents and visitors alike. This report presents the best
work of our Board of Directors and its five standing committees, each with a key role in
support of our mission. The results of these considerable efforts prove that much can
be accomplished through determination and teamwork.
We are very happy to successfully repeat our full calendar of downtown events and are
thrilled to be able to expand and improve upon these events, while adding new
activities for the community. We recruited new businesses and helped to retain
successful ones, so Dover can continue to prosper. We’ve provided significant incentives
for the preservation and adaptive reuse of our historic buildings. We’ve applied for
grants to expand and support our economic, cultural and historic resources, and to
increase business and job opportunities. We’ve collaborated with local organizations to
enhance the commercial and residential potential of the Central Dover area. In this
regard, we have enjoyed thousands of dollars in new private investment in downtown.
We have also invested heavily in advertising downtown Dover as a shopping, dining,
cultural and service destination throughout the region.
In addition, this year marked renewed effort in strategic committee work plan
development and the prioritization of projects to maximize organizational output. We
also began a comprehensive strategic planning process to capture the community’s
goals and aspirations for downtown; and pledge to invest in the development and
implementation of dynamic work plans to achieve the vision of downtown identified.
Finally, this year has been one of transition. We would like to thank outgoing President
Gregg Moore for his leadership and commitment to downtown Dover. Gregg served as
DDP Board President from the organization’s creation until July 2017. We would also
like to thank former Executive Director Joan Cote for her efforts during her tenure with
the Partnership.
Thank you for your interest in downtown Dover and your support of our ongoing efforts.
Sincerely,
Anita Evans
DDP Board President
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COMMITTEES
The work of the DDP would not be possible without the help, support and guidance of our five (5)
standing committees. Made up almost wholly of volunteers, these committees rely on dedicated
and efficient DDP staff support to supplement and help implement their efforts.
DESIGN
MEMBERS
Kristin Pleasanton, Chair, State of Delaware
Tricia Arndt, Vice Chair, State of Delaware
Will Grimes, NCALL & Restoring Central Dover
Carrie Hart, Bayhealth
Dawn Melson-Williams, City of Dover
Elena Stewart, State of Delaware
Also serving in 2017
Carlton Hall, State of Delaware
Dawn Fiore, Fiore Design
GOAL
Improve the appearance of the downtown Dover area and educate the public and private sectors about
superior design principles and the value of historical and cultural preservation.
2017 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Revised application process and completed five (5) Façade Improvement Matching Grants totaling $7500
in public investment and resulting in more than $41,650 in total value of Façade Improvements. Five (5)
more Façade Improvement Matching grants are under various stages of review
Submitted a successful application to the Neighborhood Building Block Fund (NBBF). The committee’s
“Paint the Town: Public Art Initiative” application was awarded $10,000 to assist with a Downtown Mural
on building wall facing Loockerman Plaza
Collaborated with Restoring Central Dover for the Utility Box Art project set to begin this Spring
Managed the Downtown Holiday Storefront Window Decorating Contest
Purchased holiday wreaths and lighting
2018 PROJECTS
Promote and manage Façade Improvement Program
Install Downtown Mural on Loockerman Plaza wall
Support, help facilitate and review designs for Restoring Central Dover’s Utility Box Art Project
Manage the 2018 Downtown Holiday Storefront Window Decorating Contest
Scout locations for additional arts installations
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ECONOMIC VITALITY & DEVELOPMENT
MEMBERS
Mitchell May Esq., Chair, May & Perza Robin Christiansen, Mayor
Mike Harrington, Harrington ERA Joe McDaniel, Retired Financial Advisor
Charlie Rodriguez, R&R Commercial Realty Jonathan Street, Becker Morgan
Erin Thwaites, Bel Boutique David Hugg, City of Dover
Jason Wallace, PNC Bank Will Grimes, NCALL & Restoring Central Dover
Kirby Hudson, City of Dover
Also serving in 2017
Erin Cooper Barrett, The Duncan Center
GOAL
Rebuild, maintain and diversify the downtown Dover area’s economy. Strategic purchases, development
and redevelopment enhancements to the area will be key to success!
2017 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Assisted in marketing Downtown Development District Incentives
Marketing of Real Estate holdings
Successfully processed 222 and 238 Railroad Avenue properties through the environmental
review/clean-up process to prepare the land for development/sale.
Supported Unlock the Block initiative
Welcomed five (5) new businesses to downtown Dover (Access Dental, BLUvintage, My Roots, Puffster and The
Loocke)
Managed DDP Real Estate Holdings –
Partnership Real Estate Holdings
120 S. Governors Ave. (Old Acme) ....................................................$1,030,000
133-135 S. Governors Ave. (Parking Lot).................................................$50,000
139-143 S. Governors Ave.(Parking Lot)...................................................$50,000
22-24 W. Loockerman St.(EZ Pass)......................................................$2,040,000
222/238 Railroad Ave. ......................................................................... $228,300
39 S. West St. (InnerCity Cultural Property).............................................$225,000
680/684 684 Forest Street .......................................................................$225,000
126 Loockerman - Collegian … … … … … … . .................................$500,000
111 New Street………………………….…………………….…………..$35,000
112 New Street…………………………………………………………....$50,000
Total Buildings & Land ................................................................. $4,433,300
2018 PROJECTS
Manage and market existing properties owned by the Partnership
Evaluate vacancy reduction initiatives and suggest additional or revised measures
Create a comprehensive guide to opening a business in downtown Dover
Initiate a “one stop shopping” approach to business recruitment
Market downtown Dover as an ideal business location
Work with Merchants Committee to determine technical assistance needs of downtown businesses and develop
approach to meet needs
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MARKETING AND PROMOTION
MEMBERS
Tonda Parks, Chair, Delaware State News Katrina Sullivan, Vice Chair, Delaware State News
Stephanie Adams, Biggs Museum Sarah Zimmerman, First State Heritage Park
Terris Bagwell, DAFB, Hunt Housing Jessica Cook, Wesley College
Jan Crumpley, Sunshine Graphics Margery Cyr, Dover Public Library
Judy Diogo, Chamber of Commerce Jessica Ewing, DAFB, Hunt Housing
Lucy Findlay, Partners in Design Autumn Grill, Dover Art League
Will Grimes, NCALL & Restoring Central Dover Kerri Hollyday, Dover Public Library
Danielle Jonigan, Kent County Tourism Laura Kantor-Chupp, First State Community Partners
Jeffrey Moore, Chamber of Commerce Claudette Richards, Wesley College
Eleanor Siyon, State of DE Historic & Cultural Affairs Nena Todd, State of DE Historic & Cultural Affairs
M J Stewart, Delaware State Police
RESOURCE MEMBERS
M-Cpl. Mark Hoffman, Dover PD J.T. Takacs, Keller Williams
GOAL
Create a positive image for the downtown Dover area by promoting the
downtown area as an exciting place to live, visit, work, shop, and invest.
2017 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Advertised a full calendar of events in downtown Dover provided by partnering agencies
and organizations, as well as producing stand-alone DDP events:
• First Fridays with Destination Downtown Dover and Dover Library
• St. Patrick’s Festival and Parade
• Dover Days and History Heritage & Hops with Kent County Tourism Corporation
and Destination Downtown Dover
• Comic Con with the Dover Public Library
• OktDoverFest with Destination Downtown Dover
• Safe Trick or Treat Event with the Dover Police Department
• Small Business Saturday and Marketplace
• Capital Holiday Celebration & Tree Lighting with the City of Dover and Central
Delaware Chamber of Commerce
• Home for the Holidays Marketplace & Parade
• Caroling on the Green
• Lunch with Santa and Holiday Marketplace
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Provided and expanded upon the successful Capital Farmers Market, held every
Wednesday from June through October
Received a grant from Restoring Central Dover for a movie screen and projector for
outdoor movies downtown
Developed a rack card advertising calendar of events and reasons to visit downtown Dover
for distribution through our tourism partners, local merchants and library
Created a monthly e-newsletter “Downtown Declaration” with 1020 subscribers to date
Doubled our (Downtown Dover) Facebook page following to 4,411
Created a comprehensive calendar of events for Downtown Dover on Facebook, our
website, flyers and posters for merchant storefronts.
Began planning for two important projects to get the word out about downtown Dover and
all it has to offer as follows:
• Partnered with DART to increase transit ridership and market downtown Dover through
promotion of routes connecting to downtown from key locations and formalized
opportunities to advertise downtown on buses and shelters
• Develop and produce a map and guide for downtown Dover for tourism purposes
2018 PROJECTS
Develop and produce two map and guides for downtown Dover – a print one tailored for
tourists’ use and another inclusive version to highlight all businesses in the district online
Facilitate a full calendar of events, including the inaugural Dinner and a Movie event, which
will be offered monthly during the Spring/Summer
Implement district advertising in partnership with DART
Explore and implement opportunities and events to reach area college students and staff
with a first focus on Wesley College
Partnering with Kent County Tourism to market Downtown Dover on the mobile visitor
center.
Farmers Market Report
The 2017 Capital City Farmers Market was an overwhelming success. We partnered with Capital School District and their
“Chef Senators” truck to offer free lunches to children ages 18 and younger. A weekly newsletter was sent out to all
customers and merchants about upcoming events. The Capital City Farmers Market Facebook page is also a successful
form of communication as we have 4,203 followers. As a cross promotion; this year with every purchase, the customer
received a raffle ticket for a weekly drawing to win a gift certificate from one of our local merchants. Children’s activities
such as yoga, karate, story time, arts & crafts, food demonstrations, horticultural education and fire safety were also
offered. Finally, we introduced our new “Lunch & Learn” series for the adults.
STATISTICS
Overall Total Sales: $67,164.86
Non WIC Produce Sales: $ 17, 499.75
WIC Produce Sales: $6,579.50
Non Produce Sales: $43,085.61
SNAP/EBT Sales: $136.25
Free Lunches Served: 345
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MERCHANTS
MEMBERS
Thomas Smith, Chair, The Delaware Store
Theresa Owens, Vice Chair, BLUvintage
Jan Crumpley, Delaware Store/Parke Green Galleries
Lucy Findlay, Partners in Design
Jean Francis, Beyond Dimensions
Will Grimes, NCALL & Restoring Central Dover
Lori Llewellyn, My Roots
Penny Reynolds, Signature Stitches
Todd Stonesifer, The Moving Experience
Erin Thwaites, Bel Boutique & The Loocke
GOAL
Create an environment that provides business networking support with a Shop
Small, Shop Local philosophy to enhance and grow the Downtown Dover
Business District.
2017 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Established and advertised a Military Discount Program in downtown
Dover
Developed a holiday advertising campaign and a frequent shopper card
promotion with weekly prizes from Small Business Saturday through the
new year
Advocated for and advertised free parking promotions throughout the
holiday season
Improved communication amongst merchants, DDP and the City,
including hosting the first Merchants Committee Meet and Greet event
Participated regularly in the Parking and Safety Committee meetings to
represent merchant concerns/issues
Created a Facebook group page to improve communication between
Downtown Dover Merchants
2018 PROJECTS
Continue military discount program and expand advertising for it, both
online and in print
Implement a discount program for Wesley College students and staff
Hold quarterly Merchant Meet and Greet events
Explore opportunities to add a retail component to existing special
events in downtown Dover
Develop a holiday ad campaign and retail promotional activities
throughout the holiday season
Explore opportunities to capitalize on tourism market
Assist in mentoring new businesses in downtown Dover and help recruit
new businesses
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PARKING & SAFETY
MEMBERS
Jonathan Street, Chair, Becker Morgan Thomas Smith, Vice Chair, The Delaware Store
Dave Hugg, City of Dover Jed Hatfield, Colonial Parking
Will Grimes, NCALL & Restoring Central Dover Lt. Kevin Kober, Dover Police Department
Tammy Lima, E-Z Pass Fred Neil, City Councilman
Ron Poliquin, Attorney Travis Ridgeway, Dover PD-Parking Attendant
John Boyer, Dover PD-Parking Attendant Tina Graham, E-Z Pass & Resident
Also serving in 2017
Lt. Chris Hermance, Dover Police Department
DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT RESOURCE MEMBERS
Lt. Kevin Kober, Sgt. Gregory Hopkins, Sgt. Paul Kuntzi, John Boyer, Parking Attendant
GOAL
Improve public parking and safety in downtown Dover
2017 ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Provided free parking promotions throughout the holiday shopping season
Assisted the Dover/Kent County MPO and the City of Dover with Downtown Dover Parking Study Report
issued January 2018
Submitted a successful application for Neighborhood Building Block Fund (NBBF) monies for a
comprehensive wayfinding and directional signage program for public parking
Simplified language on parking meters to insure proper operations
Managed off street lots with the assistance of City of Dover
2018 PROJECTS
Review Parking Study for short term solutions/recommendations to immediately accomplish
Plan for and install new way-finding and directional parking signage. Maintain adequate records for NBBF
reporting
Manage and improve existing parking lots, parking meters and permits programs.
Plan improvements to facilitate expansion of parking inventory
Support NCALL’s Restoring Central Dover and Dover Police Department initiatives regarding public safety
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The Downtown Dover Partnership would like to thank our 2017 Partners, Sponsors and
Volunteers. The successes highlighted in this report would not have been possible without
the support of our sponsors, partners, merchants, volunteers and community members!
92.9 Tom FM, 94.7 WDSD, Ahmad Randolph, Alan Voshell, Alexander Voshell, Alexis Huttie, American Express, Ami Leaming,
Aunt Mary's Kitchen, Bayard Pharmacy, Becker Morgan Group Architects, Bel Boutique, Beyond Dimensions, BLUvintage, Brad
Pedigo, Breakthrough Personal Coaching & Wellness, Brianna Boyd, Cameron Taylor, CenDel Foundation, Central Delaware
Habitat for Humanity ReStore, Cindy Christiansen, Communities in Schools, Councilman Bill Hare (santa), Deaf Outreach, Inc,
Deep Water Church, Delaware Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control (DNREC), Delaware Electric Vehicle
Association, Delaware Master Gardeners, Delaware Parents Association, Delaware Sierra Club, Delaware State Fire School,
Delaware State News, Delaware Store, Delaware WIC, Del-DOT, Doug Doyle, Dover Air Force Base, Dover Army Navy Store,
Dover High Art Club, Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing, Dover PD Cadets, Dover Post, Edgewell Personal Care, Edward
Everett, Elizabeth Kendall, Energize Delaware, ERA Harrington Realty, Fifer Orchards, First State Heritage Park, Food Bank of
Delaware, Governors Café, Heather Bernat, Herb Konowitz, Inner City Cultural League, INC Sankofa African Dance Company,
James Valentine, Jim Rezac, John Kelly, Judge James McGiffin (santa), Katie Christiansen, Kelly Daniels, La Baguette Bakery and
Catering, Mayor Robin Christiansen, McGinnis Commercial Real Estate Company, Mitten & Winters CPAs, LLP, Modern
Maturity Center, MOMentum Fitness, Mrs. Delaware America 2017 Ivana Hamilton, Outlook at the Duncan Center, Parke
Green Galleries, Parris Nail Lounge, Partners in Design, Patty Foltz, Petite Sweets, Pit Daddy's BBQ, Plant Night Dover, Read
Aloud Delaware, Restoring Central Dover & Wesley College Community Garden, Rigby's Karate, R&R Commercial Realty,
Senator Tom Carper, Shakti Yoga, Shear Dreams, Shep's House of Styles, ShopBISM, Signature Stitches, Simaron's Pizza &
Steak Shop, Southern Delaware Roller Girls, Suds Bar Soap, Taylor Voshell, The Loocke, The Moving Experience, Tula Yoga &
Reiki Professionals, United Church, University of Delaware Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program, WBOC News,
Whatcoat United Methodist Church, WMDT 47 News, Zuha Trend
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CLEAN HANDS
PROCEDURE
Delinquent Property Tax Collection
Tax Assessor and Customer Service Departments
AS OF 4/26/18
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE
1. This Procedure began as a PILOT program a couple of years
ago for larger delinquent property owners; and was developed
in accordance with Municipal Ordinance Chapter 1 – GENERAL
PROVISIONS Sec 1-13 – Clean Hands. (next slide)
2. Procedure went into effect 10/1/2017.
3. Updates were given to Council monthly.
4. Successful first year, plans to continue in future fiscal years.
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CLEAN HANDS ORDINANCE
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE
October: (more than 1 year owed)
Selected Delinquent Accounts 105
Selected Receivable Amount $133,020.07
Remaining: 5 Processed for Sheriff Sale ($13,269.27)
1 Processing for Sheriff Sale ($ 4,711.12)
2 Uncollectible at this time ($ 4,815.50)
2 To be paid by 6/30/18 ($ 8,550.92)
Summary: 10 Accounts $ 31,346.81
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November:
Selected Delinquent Accounts 122 Accounts
Selected Receivable Amount $85,208.72
Remaining: 2 No Electric/Electric Cut ($1,752.86)
1 Disputing Fee ($ 750.00)
Summary: 3 Accounts $ 2,502.86
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE
December:
Selected Delinquent Accounts 107 Accounts
Selected Receivable Amount $86,529.51
Remaining: 3 Open Space – Vacant Land ($ 330.05)
5 No Electric/Electric Cut ($3,946.90)
2 Uncollectible at this time ($2,665.47)
Summary: 10 Accounts $ 6,942.42
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE
January:
Selected Delinquent Accounts 105 Accounts
Selected Receivable Amount $128,512.07
Remaining: 2 No Electric/Electric Cut ($7,393.58)
Summary: 2 Accounts $ 7,393.58
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February:
Selected Delinquent Accounts 50 Accounts
Selected Receivable Amount $31,171.86
Remaining: 8 No Electric/Electric Cut ($8,378.46)
Summary: 8 Accounts $ 8,378.46
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE
March:
Selected Delinquent Accounts 12 Accounts
Selected Receivable Amount $4,556.50
Remaining: 0
Summary: 100 % Paid in Full
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE (IN SUMMARY)
October TOTAL due: 545 accounts $525,900.91
April TOTAL due: 59 accounts $ 69,589.20
These figures include:
1. Base Tax
2. Penalty (applied monthly)
3. Other Fees/Fines (Sheriff/Vacant Building/Demo/Grass)
4. Accounts that did not go through the Clean Hands Procedure
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE
59 Accounts Remaining:
Sheriff Processing 1
Sold at Sheriff Sale 4/24/18 4
Purchased at Sheriff Sale 1
To be paid by 6/30/18 2
Penalty Only 16
Bankruptcy Filed 9
Requesting Exemption Status in May 2
No Electric Service/Electric Cut 18
Disputing Vacant Building Fee 1
Defunct HOA 1
Open Space/Vacant Land 4
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE (IN SUMMARY)
Billed 7/1/2017 (Annual Billing)
12,658 Accounts $12,714,580.24 (includes taxes/fees)
Billed 10/1/2017 (October Supplemental Billing)
38 Accounts $ 34,153.15
Billed 1/1/2018 (January Supplemental Billing)
47 Accounts $ 47,214.45
Billed 4/1/2018
42 Accounts $ 14,787.68 (does not reflect in
delinquent totals yet)
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CLEAN HANDS PROCEDURE (IN SUMMARY)
Using July, October and January total billed $12,795,947.84 against
our delinquent amount due, $69,589.20, we are at over 99%
collection.
A big THANK YOU to Customer Service (Patricia Marney, Allison
Hayden, Amy Jacobs, and Jeff Pearson) for all of their hard work in
our tax delinquent collection efforts.
Cheryl A. Bundek, AAS
City Tax Assessor
*April amounts were not used, as they were not delinquent as of 4/26/18
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Council Committee of the Whole met on April 24, 2018 at 6:00 p.m., with Council President
Slavin presiding (departed at 6:15 p.m. and returned at 6:17 p.m.). Members of Council present were
Mr. Anderson, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Neil, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Polce (departed at 6:50 p.m., returned at
6:51 p.m., departed at 7:38 p.m. and returned at 7:40 p.m.), and Mr. Lindell (departed at 6:50 p.m.).
Mr. Cole and Mr. Hare were absent. Mayor Christiansen was also present. Civilian members present
for their Committee meetings were Mr. Shevock and Dr. Stewart (Legislative, Finance, and
Administration), and Mr. Garfinkel and Mr. Shelton (Safety Advisory and Transportation).
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman Hare presiding.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Neil moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried.
Downtown Dover Business Improvement District (BID) Budget and Assessment (Tax) Rates for
Fiscal Year 2018-2019
Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, reviewed the Business District Improvement (BID) Assessment
(Tax) Rates for Fiscal Year 2018-2019. She advised that the recommendation was to keep the bid
tax rate at zero (0), as it had been for the past three (3) years.
Staff recommended approval of the proposed budget and assessment (tax) rates for Fiscal Year
2018-19, as presented.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil
and unanimously carried.
Mr. Shevock moved for adjournment of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee
meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:02 p.m.
SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee met with Chairman Lewis presiding.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
By unanimous consent, the agenda was amended to consider item #4 - Update - Safety Issues at
the Library (Mr. Lindell) first.
Mr. Neil moved for approval of the agenda as amended, seconde d by Mr. Anderson and
unanimously carried.
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Update - Safety Issues at the Library (Mr. Lindell)
This item was deferred during the meeting of March 27, 2018 due to time constraints.
Mr. Lindell reminded members that they had discussed safety concerns at the library during the City
Council Workshop of January 22, 2018. He stated that he had asked for an update because he had
heard about issues that should not be occurring in any public building and that no parent should have
to explain to a child who could witness these events. Mr. Lindell advised that he understood it is hard
to do something about these instances when they are not reported; however, this did not excuse the fact
that they still occur. He stated that he was not looking to be adversarial; however, the first thing in
dealing with a problem is to identify that there is a problem, and then come up with solutions.
Mr. Lindell noted that he did not want to just complain, but there were a lot of smart people in the
room and suggested thinking of common sense solutions to try to address some of the issues.
Mr. Lindell stated that it was not his intention to indict the homeless, noting that he had not mentioned
anything about the homeless one way or the other. He stated that his position is that lewd behavior
is lewd behavior, and it does not matter where you live or how much money you have. Mr. Lindell
advised that the bottom line is that if you are not using the library for its intended purposes and are
detracting from other people’s experiences there, the issue needs to be dealt with. He advised that
he was looking for an update or a way to proceed in restoring the confidence of a majority of the
citizenry in going to the library and feeling safe. Mr. Lindell noted that just because the public is not
talking about the issue doesn’t mean that there’s not a safety issue. He stated that some of those he had
talked to were fed up that nothing had changed and had questioned the point of bringing it up.
Mr. Lindell expressed his hope that members, with the help of library staff, could do something about
this issue.
Mrs. Margie Cyr, Library Director, stated that she had been thinking about this issue for several weeks
and explained that the library takes great pride in its services, staff, and facility. She advised that the
library does not want to have a perception in the community that it is unsafe for anyone, and noted that
the facility is not unsafe. Mrs. Cyr indicated that there are occasionally people who behave badly,
both inside the building and outside on its grounds. She stated that, since moving into the building in
2012, specific physical changes had been made to address layout issues that presented challenges to
behavior management. Mrs. Cyr noted that they had removed the snack vending machines, tables, and
chairs from the lobby; installed office space in the lobby; rearranged the tables and chairs on all three
(3) floors; and enclosed the small theater in the back of the building in order to be able to secure the
space when not being used for its intended purpose.
Mrs. Cyr advised that the library has an acceptable behavior policy, which is enforced by staff and
cadets, and if anyone violates this policy, they are removed from the building for the day. She
explained that if the misbehavior is repeated, library use privileges are revoked for a period of time,
such as a week, a month, six (6) months, or longer, depending upon the offense.
Mrs. Cyr stated that in approximately 2007, the library contracted with a private firm to provide
security services during hours of operation. She noted that when the Dover Police Department began
its cadet program, the library canceled the contract with the private firm and agreed to have cadets
provide security, and this program had been a great improvement and a big help. Mrs. Cyr advised
that many of the issues that were experienced when the building first opened in 2012 are no longer
problems, or certainly not to the extent that they were at that time. She explained that three (3) cadets
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were specifically assigned to the library at that time and now there is a regular schedule for cadets
in the library. Mrs. Cyr noted that the Police Department provides backup for the hours when a cadet
is not in the building. She advised that the library is open 66 hours per week and even if all three (3)
cadets, at 19 hours each week, worked 100% of their hours in the library, there would not be enough
coverage for all the library’s hours of operation. Mrs. Cyr stated that they have successfully put in
place a list of cadet duties with a schedule for their movement around the interior and on the library’s
grounds. She noted that staff is present and proactive on all three (3) floors of the building, and the
cadets are stationed with views of the lobby and the first floor when they are not on their rounds.
Mrs. Cyr stated that staff is faced with some challenges, and the first of them is the providing of food
outside the library. She noted that it is not illegal for people to give food out on city sidewalks, and
people do this because they have absolutely the best intentions and the biggest hearts. Mrs. Cyr
explained that this creates a problem for the library, because the people who receive the food bring
the food into parts of the library where they are not allowed to have food, and if they are caught eating
they are asked to leave the building. She advised that this results in trash in the building, a problem
for the custodians, and a problem for staff trying to manage it. Mrs. Cyr stated that there are other
appropriate places in the City where food can be and is already distributed to people that are hungry,
but part of the problem and the challenge that staff has is that the people who are giving out the food
are getting different messages. She advised that when she engages in conversations with people who
ask if it is it okay if they pass out food in the library, she takes the opportunity to tell them that it’s
really not okay because it presents a problem for staff, custodians, and cadets. Mrs. Cyr stated that
she explains that people who bring food into the library knowing that they are not allowed to do so
create a problem for staff. She stated that people who wish to feed the hungry could think about the
big issue and about the fact that there are better, more appropriate places for feeding that wouldn’t
present a problem for this public facility and might be helpful to everyone. Mrs. Cyr indicated that
this message is not always given out to people, and sometimes the message is, “You can give the food
out on the sidewalk.” She stated that she realizes that legally people can do this, but it presents a
problem because they come to her and say, “I was told we can give food out on the sidewalks.”
Mrs. Cyr advised that it is about the message, the consistency, the big picture, and the fact that
everyone is not engaging in the conversation with people in the community in the same way. She noted
that the other problem is that there is no other place for people to go in the community when it is too
hot or too cold and they do not have a home. Mrs. Cyr advised that the library would benefit from
more cadet hours, but this would require a larger cadet force, and that has an impact on the City
budget.
Mr. Sudler asked how the duties assigned to cadets by the library are assessed. Responding, Mrs. Cyr
stated that the cadets enforce the acceptable behavior policy that everyone who uses the library is
expected to follow. She noted that people are not allowed to behave in ways that prevent others from
using the library, such as loud raucous behavior, using foul language, engaging in physical altercations
with people, being disruptive, or damaging furniture or furnishings. Mrs. Cyr advised that these are
basic rules of conduct that one would expect in any facility, public or not.
Mr. Sudler asked if Mrs. Cyr meets with cadets each Monday to go over expectations or the progress
of the ascribed rules. In response, Mrs. Cyr explained that supervision of the cadets is the
responsibility of the Police Department.
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Mr. Garfinkel asked how those who repeatedly do the same things are tracked. Responding, Mrs. Cyr
stated that staff has an incident file where they keep track of what the incident was, who the person
was, what the dates were, and what action was taken. She stated that when they have a recidivist they
look at their offense and how often it’s been repeated and take away their library usage privileges and
ban them for a period of time.
In response to Mr. Garfinkel regarding the penalty for first, second, and third offenses, she explained
that it depends upon what the offense is. She noted that if kids are running around on the floors, they
are asked to leave for the day, and if they come back and do it again, they are told that they have to
leave until they can bring their parents back to talk with staff about the children’s behavior. Mrs. Cyr
advised that if a person is caught doing something inappropriate in one of the spaces and the police
are called, resulting in charges, they are banned, sometimes for a year, sometimes for six (6) months,
and sometimes permanently.
Responding, to Mr. Garfinkel, Mrs. Cyr stated that progressive penalties are memorialized in her files.
Mr. Garfinkel asked if there is a policy book that states what will happen for a second offense so that
everyone gets the same punishment. In response, Mrs. Cyr stated that they are very consistent with
their application of punishments. She explained that they keep a file, there is a binder at the adult
services desk, she has a binder, the Police Department keeps records, and the City Manager receives
copies.
Mr. Sudler suggested, moving forward, that Mrs. Cyr meet with the City Manager and Police Chief
to orchestrate sound guidelines so that it would not become an issue if someone stated that another
person was given more opportunity than they had.
Mr. Lewis asked if library staff is trained annually on how to address situations or issues that may
occur at the library. Responding, Mrs. Cyr explained that, because a lot of their staff are part-time,
they have a monthly staff meeting in the morning and repeat the same meeting in the afternoon so that
everyone has the opportunity to participate. She stated that staff goes through training, all types of
issues, and discussions at each of these meetings.
In response to Mr. Lewis, Mrs. Cyr stated that she did not know the number of cameras installed in
the library; however, she thought there were approximately 25 cameras. She offered to get the exact
number of cameras. Mrs. Cyr advised that there were no cameras outside on the exterior of the
building but she believed that there should be. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mrs. Cyr stated that no one
monitors the screens. She informed members that when there is an incident the police and staff review
the recorded tapes, and the City’s IT Department can also review them.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Cyr stated that there was probably more recividous behavior with
adults than with teens. She noted that staff believes that everyone deserves a second chance but it is
not their policy to believe people deserve much more than that. Mrs. Cyr advised that if people don’t
behave and have proved that they’re just simply breaking the laws, staff has them leave, because this
is disruptive and not fair to library users.
Police Chief Marvin Mailey stated that Mr. Lindell had recently asked him about a lewdness
complaint. Chief Mailey advised that this complaint occurred in the fall of 2017 and was reported
approximately 24 hours after it occurred. He stated that library staff contacted the Police Department,
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who dispatched a detective to look into it; however, they were unable to identify the suspect, and the
case remains under investigation.
Responding to Mr. Lindell, Chief Mailey stated that he would have to speak to the detective to
determine if the reason that he could not identify the individual was because of the quality of the
camera system. He advised that typically staff has good video and asks for the community’s help in
identifying people. Mrs. Cyr stated that the video was of good quality and the person could be seen,
but apparently he was not known to the Police Department.
Chief Mailey informed members that cadet duties were agreed to by Mrs. Cyr and the Dover Police
Department staff, specifically Lieutenant Kober. He noted that Lieutenant Kober, Sergeant Hopkins,
Master Corporal Lynch, and the Department’s Special Enforcement Unit had worked diligently with
Mrs. Cyr since the problem about the safety of the library surfaced. He explained that the Police
Department is authorized to have nine (9) cadets and currently has four (4). Chief Mailey advised that
the library is allocated three (3) cadets out of its payroll, so all of the cadets are principally at the
library during the specific hours that Mrs. Cyr and the Police Department have agreed to, because they
are high frequency hours. He noted that the only hours when there is not a cadet at the library are on
Sunday, when the Police Department’s patrol unit tries to make checks, unless they are busy and not
able to do so. Chief Mailey stated that if library staff needs the Police Department, they call the
non-emergency number or 911 and the Department provides police services.
Chief Mailey advised that cadets perform a foot patrol in the library every hour to check the first floor,
second floor, and the bathrooms, and they do an exterior patrol of the library. He stated that during
this patrol they enforce any City ordinances or violations identified by Mrs. Cyr or by City of Dover
ordinance. Chief Mailey informed members that when cadets are not performing their foot patrols,
they are to be present in the front lobby and observe people actively entering and exiting the library.
He noted that there is strict enforcement on any foul language, cursing, or acting disorderly, which
constitute removal from the library. Chief Mailey noted that cadets are not police officers, and they
approach people and ask them to leave the library. He stated that if people don’t leave, a patrol
officer is called to ask them to leave, and they are arrested for trespassing if they do not do so.
Chief Mailey stated that cadets enforce no eating at the library.
Chief Mailey explained that removals and bans are at the discretion of Mrs. Cyr, and the Police
Department defers to her on this, noting that she is in charge of the building and this is not atypical of
many other properties or establishments. He indicated that if the library bans someone, the Police
Department receives notification and enforces the ban, and anyone in violation of the ban would be
arrested for criminal trespass. Chief Mailey noted that there is no panhandling or sleeping in the
libraries, and Mrs. Cyr has informed them of a specific breakdown that she would like followed as
far as warnings and eviction.
Chief Mailey informed members that the cadets have been briefed on all of this information, they are
in contact with Mrs. Cyr and her staff on a daily basis, and they are supervised by the Police
Department because they are employees of the Police Department. He noted that Sergeant Hopkins
provided him with some numbers indicating that they had about 215 total complaints in the library
over the last calendar year, from April to April, 78 of which were property checks. Chief Mailey
explained that a property check is when a cadet makes a physical check of the premises while walking
around. He noted that if a cadet works a six-hour shift, there should be six (6) property checks per
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shift; however, he noted that the math doesn’t add up because the cadets were asked recently to start
taking complaint numbers for their checks. Chief Mailey stated that there had been nine (9) community
outreach complaints, which are when staff goes out and engages the public for things handled by
community policing. He indicated that there were eight (8) complaints when a physical arrest was
made, two (2) complaints of a sexual nature, and 12 fugitives wanted on local fugitive arrest warrants,
etc., were apprehended at the library.
Mr. Neil stated that he did not want to leave the impression that the City was not concerned with the
safety of the people at the library or the perception of some people that they would walk in the library
and be concerned. He indicated that he was a big fan of the library for a number of reasons, noting
that the movie Lady Bird was shown earlier in the day and a Winston Churchill biopic would be
shown for free on Friday evening, both of which were up for Oscar awards. Mr. Neil stated that the
list of the library’s programs is absolutely marvelous, and the library staff that he had enccountered
had been terrific. He stated that the library is first class and a tremendous asset when trying to bring
business in.
Mr. Neil stated that people had been providing free food for those who need it in front of the library
and if there is a place to put them, this may solve some of the problems. He thought that outside
cameras would be a great safety item. Mr. Neil congratulated Mrs. Cyr for the wonderful programs
and staff. He stated the desire to look at the problem areas and see what can be done to make it feel
and be safer. Mr. Neil stated the need to face the dangers of every public building, be alert, and
resolve the issues, whether in Dover or in any other community in the United States.
Mr. Lindell stated that he shared Mr. Neil’s sentiments in regard to the programs of the library, and
did not want or intend to put down staff; however, the issue still exists. He noted that there are people
like Mr. Neil who enjoy and take advantage of the library’s great programs, but he asked members to
imagine how many others could be reached that have lost faith because they have had a negative
experience with the safety issues. Mr. Lindell stated that there is a large part of the tax-paying
population in Dover that have turned away from programs because they don’t feel confident about
safety. He advised that he had heard that the safety issues were being dealt with; however, one (1)
lewd act is too many. Mr. Lindell stated that he knows that you can’t read people’s minds and know
what they’re going to do in the library, but there has to be a way to restore the confidence of the
citizenry of Dover. He noted that he would not bring this up if it were just one (1) or two (2) people,
but he had heard comments, even when the referendum was going through for the library to be built,
that it was going to be a homeless shelter, and from people who have said that it is a homeless shelter.
Mr. Lindell stated that Mr. Neil was correct and that perception is reality when it comes to the issues
involved with some of the events going on at the library. Mr. Lindell stated that it does not matter who
is doing it, this does not excuse the fact that things are still happening. He advised that people were
finding alcohol bottles, etc., in the aisles, noting that it is a large area. Mr. Lindell explained that he
wants to try to find a way to push forward and address the issues. He advised that the City has a great
library and staff and he was not critical of anyone at the library; however, taxpayers were paying for
it, and he stated the desire to figure out how to get more people involved and what could be done.
Responding to Mr. Shelton, Chief Mailey stated that the Police Department is budgeted for nine (9)
cadets and has only four (4). He explained that the Department was actively recruiting, and the
problem is that the cadet program is a success. Chief Mailey advised that a lot of young people with
good backgrounds are looking to get into law enforcement, typically going through some kind of
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criminal justice program to obtain their bachelor’s degree, and are hired. He noted that the Dover
Police Department hired two (2) cadets from its program that are now in the Police Academy, so the
Department is trying to recruit more. Chief Mailey stated that recruiting is hard and noted that not a
lot of people want to get into law enforcement because of constant criticism and the disbelief in law
enforcement that many people have.
In response to Mr. Shelton, Chief Mailey stated that once more cadets are brought on, the Department
would be able to add cadets to the library and get back to the more normal schedule that they had at
the onset. He stated that he thought that they would have two (2) shifts of cadets coming in to fill more
of the working hours, rather than just trying to focus on the peak hours.
Mr. Shelton stated that he did not know what the rounds are but suggested that, if they are just
patrolling the inside and giving a little time to the outside, another cadet may be able to help with this
to resolve some of the issues with the library. Chief Mailey advised that people need to report things
to the library staff when they see them, or call the Police Department, so that they can take action,
rather than reporting them to the Chief of Police two (2) weeks later. He explained that receiving
information two (2) weeks or 24 hours later does not help them to do their jobs, and they need the
information in real time when the act is occurring.
Responding to Mr. Sudler, Chief Mailey advised that they advertise for cadets on social media and
have partnerships with the local colleges. He noted that Delaware State University, Delaware
Technical and Community College, Wilmington University, and Wesley College are aware of the
Police Department’s program, and several people have come to the cadet program over the years from
these schools. Chief Mailey explained that they go to job fairs and advertise; however, young people
don’t want to get into law enforcement anymore, and this is being seen in the police hiring process.
He stated that the number of people who show up had decreased from 500 to 300, because no one
wants to be in law enforcement because there is so much criticism thrust upon the police for doing
their jobs.
Mr. Sudler stated that, in addition, there are sometimes behaviors that deter people from wanting to
be law enforcement officers, noting that one cannot deny or turn a blind eye to this. He advised that
Chief Mailey was doing a great job and thanked him for his service.
In response to Mr. Lindell, Chief Mailey stated that people can make anonymous reports to the Police
Department. Mrs. Cyr advised that if someone sees something or has a problem in the library, they
need to report it to staff, who is very proactive, always out and about on the floor, and always takes
immediate action as soon as they know that there’s a problem. Mrs. Cyr stated that if somebody calls
her a week later saying that they saw someone smoking a cigarette in the bathroom a week ago, there
is nothing that she can do, other than to say that she is sorry they had that problem at the library. She
stated that if they come to staff right away, they can help and take care of the problem.
Mr. Neil concurred with Chief Mailey and Mrs. Cyr, stating that elected officials cannot be
everyplace. He stated that he had worked as a news reporter, reporters need the public to tell them
what is happening, and this is why Mr. Lindell had brought this subject up. Mr. Neil suggested having
someone monitor the cameras and immediately report when they see something happening, noting that
this may require better or different equipment. He also suggested having volunteer walkers observe,
go through the library, and report these things, noting that they may have something to show that they
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are part of the staff. Mr. Neil advised that observation and reporting are what is needed to change the
perception that there is a big problem there, and action could be taken immediately.
Mr. Anderson stated that Mr. Neil’s suggestion was brilliant. He suggested reaching out to groups like
Integrated Services, or others that work with the disabled, to get some volunteers. Mr. Anderson
stated that these individuals may be able to do something on a limited basis, noting that they may not
be able to walk around but have the ability to observe, help, and report to the staff or the cadets if they
see something happening.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Cyr stated that the library already works with the Retired Senior
Volunteer Program (RSVP). Mr. Anderson suggested expanding RSVP’s work and seeing what the
City can do to get more people. He indicated that there are a lot of people in the community who
would help.
In response to Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Cyr stated that the library has a little fewer than 1,000 people using
the building per day. Mr. Anderson noted that, with traffic of 350,000 plus people, there had been
eight (8) disorderly conducts and two (2) incidents of lewd behavior in one (1) year. He noted that
several years ago there had been problems with assaults and fights, and the nature and frequency of
the problems in the library had decreased to the point that he wished his neighborhood was as safe as
the library, with only occasional disorderly conduct. Mrs. Cyr stated that the problems had decreased
and expressed her belief that this was solely because of the addition of the cadets to the building.
Mr. Anderson noted that the recommendations that members would be looking into would be to try to
obtain someone to monitor cameras on occasion, putting a call out to the community for volunteers,
getting outside cameras, and trying to rebuild the cadet corps, who are being hired away by Dover and
other towns across the State because they are quality individuals.
Mr. Anderson asked Mrs. Cyr if she had any additional recommendations. Responding, Mrs. Cyr
stated that library staff struggles with this issue every day, because they are very committed and love
what they do and the service that they provide for the community. She stated that they do not want a
building that is unsafe and that people don’t feel comfortable using, so they talk about this issue a lot.
Mrs. Cyr explained that this is an evolving conversation for staff, and they did not have specific
complaints. She noted that they had done a lot of relocation in the building and staff is up and around
all the time. Mrs. Cyr advised that she loved the idea of using volunteer walkers and thought this
could be easily implemented, noting that they would pursue this. She indicated that they were open
to other suggestions.
Mr. Lindell stated that he disagreed with Mr. Anderson, noting that there had been two (2) lewd acts
and a number of issues. He questioned if members would be saying that it was a good year if there
were two (2) lewd acts in City Hall in a year. Mr. Lindell advised that one (1) such act was too many,
noting that taxpayers are paying for the library and want to go in and use it for the appropriate use.
Mr. Anderson stated that solutions were being offered to reduce the problems, but it was also being
recognized that the library had gone from fights and violence to a situation where there was less than
a problem per month. He expressed the desire to recognize this because there is a need to let people
know, rather than creating a situation where people are afraid to have their children in the library
because of a false image. Mr. Anderson advised that he wanted accuracy, which means honestly
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admitting and dealing with the problems that exist but not exaggerating the problems and creating fear
that is not warranted by the statistics. He noted that the Dover Public Library is safer than many of
the neighborhoods and places in the City.
Mayor Christiansen commended Mr. Lindell for bringing this issue before the Committee, noting that
he was sure that all elected officials as well as City staff had heard complaints and concerns about
this issue. He commended Mrs. Cyr and her staff for the vigilance in the efforts that they put into
making the Dover Public Library a place that’s attractive to all citizens and noted that everyone had
invested a lot of time, effort, energy, and money into the library. Mayor Christiansen also commended
Chief Mailey and the cadets that had served in the library. He stated that he believed that one (1)
aggressive act is an act too many, as Mr. Lindell had stated, but also concurred with Mr. Anderson
that because of the Dover Police Department’s presence, professionalism and cooperation with the
staff and library patrons, the library continues to be a safer place than it was when it started out and
the private security firm was used. Mayor Christiansen indicated that answers would come out of this
discussion that would make the library a safer and more inviting place.
Mr. Anderson moved to recommend that Mrs. Margie Cyr, Library Director, submit a statement
or memorandum to Mrs. Donna Mitchell, City Manager, in regard to looking into outside
cameras, for possible inclusion in the next fiscal budget. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler
and unanimously carried.
Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mrs. Cyr stated that everyone could agree on the three (3) C’s:
Cooperation, Collaboration, and Communication. Mr. Lewis asked Mrs. Cyr to keep members abreast
of what is going on at the library.
Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) Project Updates
Senator Bikeway
Mr. Jeff Niezgoda, Assistant Director, Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), reviewed
a map, entitled “City of Dover Bicycle Facilities” (Attachment #1), and provided members with an
update regarding DelDOT’s five (5) active construction projects in the area. He stated that DelDOT
has a lot of bicycle network improvements going on, including a project on West Street which extends
behind the Dover Police Department from the DART facility and connects to North Street.
Mr. Niezgoda advised that they were converting the current sidewalk in this area to a 10-foot wide
pathway that will connect to the trail network that runs in front of Eden Hill down to Schutte Park. He
stated that construction was underway and was expected to be complete by the end of May, noting that
the project required a lot of coordination regarding utilities.
Mr. Niezgoda stated that DelDOT has a streetscape enhancement project that affects his travel to work
on North Street. He explained that the project extends from Queen Street to Governors Avenue, and
the area between Queen and New Streets is currently under construction. Mr. Niezgoda indicated that
there was a delay in project construction, noting that when the original contract was awarded,
DelDOT was supposed to maintain traffic through the area; however, this was not possible because
traffic was backing up tremendously, and there was a need to go through the process of road closure.
He explained that there would be improvements within that block on both sides and they will then
open up this section and move to the New Street and Governors Avenue section, which will be closed
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down for a period of time. Mr. Niezgoda advised that he thought there were approximately 100 more
days on that contract, which was for approximately $1.4M worth of work.
Mr. Niezgoda explained that three (3) existing trail resurfacing contracts were underway, noting that
the trail on North Street that leads to Schutte Park is about 21 years old, it had served beyond its life
expectancy, most of it had been milled and resurfaced, and it looked very good. He stated that a lot
of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) modifications had been made. Mr. Niezgoda advised that
the second trail resurfacing contract will be probably be starting in a month-and-a-half and will extend
from the Forrest Avenue/Saulsbury Road intersection in a northerly direction to College Road.
Mr. Niezgoda stated that this project would probably be done in about 40 days. He noted that the third
trail surfacing location will extend from the Forrest Avenue/Saulsbury Road intersection to a point
west of Mifflin Road. Mr. Niezgoda indicated that this is part of an existing trail that runs in front of
Greentree Shopping Center and is very heavily used by pedestrians and bicyclists. He stated that
DelDOT would also be installing trail counters and infrared lighting, which will be downloaded into
a computer network system and provide data regarding how many people are using these facilities on
a daily and hourly basis, when peak hours are, etc. Mr. Niezgoda advised that they started using this
equipment a couple of years ago at the C & D Canal, and the trail had over half a million users after
being open two-and-a-half years. He stated that when these types of facilities are built correctly,
people really want to use them recreationally. Mr. Niezgoda noted that DelDOT looks at trails as a
transportation system that will help people to move around safely, while reducing congestion and
improving air quality.
During the Regular Council Meeting of July 11, 2016, Council considered a Review of the
Bicycle/Pedestrian Subcommittee Recommendations - Senator Bikeway Design Concept. Members
approved the Council Committee of the Whole/Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee’s
recommendation to accept the Bicycle Pedestrian Subcommittee’s recommendations and move
forward with the Senator Bikeway Design Concept.
Mr. Niezgoda stated that the Senator Bikeway originated from the City and was the City’s number one
(1) priority project, and the MPO evaluated it through a planning study and initiated the design. He
noted they had originally planned to go up Fulton Street to State Street but ran into a problem where
Fulton Street runs into State Street, and the pathway would have had to jog to the right. Mr. Niezgoda
explained that the cost to fix that location would have been more than $0.5M and a lot of historical
houses and property issues would have been impacted; therefore, they looked at another option using
Cecil Street to State Street, utilizing the alleyway to Washington Street, and connecting to the trail
network at Silver Lake Park. He stated that they worked with site plans for new development along
Route 13, which would give them a connection to the eastern side of Route 13 across and down White
Oak Road. Mr. Niezgoda stated that the use of Cecil Street is the best, safest, and lowest stress
component and is much safer than it would be at Fulton Street.
Mr. John Hermes, Century Engineering, informed members that they had been hired by DelDOT to
work on the trail plans and the projects. Referring to the map entitled “City of Dover Bicycle
Facilities,” he explained that it showed all the projects that they have within the City of Dover, noting
that the pink line is a 14-mile loop that DelDOT is working on connecting. Mr. Hermes explained that
most of the loop is already in place, some segments are currently in planning or design, and the
Senator Bikeway is an important connection. He noted that the City had ranked this project as its
number one (1) priority on its 2015 Bicycle Plan.
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Mr. Niezgoda, Mr. Hermes, and Mr. Anthony Aglio, Planner Coordinator, DelDOT reviewed a
presentation, entitled “Senator Bikeway Improvements” (Attachment #2).
Mr. Slavin expressed thanks for the work on the project and stated that he agreed with Mr. Niezgoda
that the amount of people who will use the trails when they are built will be astounding, and this had
been seen in New Castle and Sussex Counties. He stated his opinion that Kent County had been
shorted on this and he was glad to see that this is starting to take hold here. Mr. Slavin noted that the
new path would connect on Cecil Street to North State Street and that one (1) portion of Cecil Street
goes through the Wesley College Campus. Responding to Mr. Slavin, Mr. Hermes stated that they had
worked with Wesley College previously when the alignment was along Fulton Street, and they were
scheduled to approach Wesley College for the new alignment that was just approved by the bike
committee. He noted that the new alignment was a better fit for Wesley College because it is not as
much of a main promenade. Mr. Niezgoda advised that the pathway on Cecil Street would just consist
of signs and markings.
Mr. Slavin asked how they would make the crossing over North State Street safe, noting that it is a
troubling road with a lot of traffic and that traffic that is headed northbound seems to come out of the
congested areas and accelerate all the way down. He advised that, thanks to DelDOT’s help, some
nice measures had been taken to help calm traffic, but this is a tough spot. Mr. Slavin stated that he
thought parking would have to be restricted at the ends of this area. Responding, Mr. Hermes stated
that, unlike the crossing to the south, the North State Street crossing has the advantage of a straight
alignment and good sight distance without the bike rider having to jog one way or the other.
Mr. Hermes stated that stop signs would be placed at that intersection to make sure that bicyclists have
to come to a stop and recognize that there is an intersection. He noted that a point comes where
bicyclists have to recognize that they have to yield to traffic.
Mr. Slavin expressed concern about bicyclists’ line of vision left and right as they stop, noting that
with on-street parking that tight, they will have to be halfway out in the road to see if a car is coming.
Mr. Hermes stated that they would take a look at parking to see if they have to take a spot or two (2)
on either corner to make sure that the sight triangle for cars is visible.
Mr. Aglio advised that there will be additional signage and markings and they would be evaluating
the sight triangles. He stated that if additional traffic control is needed, they could look at something
like a pedestrian rapid flash beacon. Mr. Aglio advised that there would be warnings upstream and
downstream to notify cyclists that a crossing is coming up and noted that they had not taken the project
to DelDOT’s traffic department. He advised that they were currently working on installing a beacon
on Loockerman Street where the trail crosses, and will also have beacons on College Road by the
Delaware State University campus and on the West Dover Connector, where the trail pathway crosses
from the east to the west.
Mr. Slavin noted that bicyclists would cross over North State Street and turn left into the North State
Street Alley on the east side and stated that he owns a house on that alley and has constituents with
residences there. He advised that, from his experience, there is a lot of vehicular traffic in that alley,
which is used as a major cut through for anyone traveling westbound on Route 8 who wants to get to
Silver Lake Park, to the point where they had to have speed enforcement in the alley. Mr. Slavin
suggested that a solution would be to remove an unnecessary extension of Maryland Avenue that exists
between American Avenue and the alley, noting that this might help if people understood that there is
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not a quick connection through that neighborhood. He asked that this suggestion be looked at, since
it is a tight alley and all the homeowners on North State Street use the alleys as their parking areas.
Mr. Slavin stated the need to calculate that cars are coming and going using that alley as their only
means of egress, because people typically don't park on the street there.
Mr. Slavin asked if property owners who have dogs that bark at bicyclists would be fined. He noted
that his dogs would bark at every bicyclist that goes up and down this area, although he had tried to
stop this. In response, Mr. Aglio stated that, as the bikeway evolves, it is good for people to see each
other face-to-face, know where the dogs and neighbors are, and get to know the community, and
Mr. Slavin stated that he agreed. Mr. Slavin advised that more traffic in the alley may make it safer
and slow speeds down a little. He asked the presenters to let him know if they want to walk the alley
because there is a little elevation in the block from Hazel Road to Washington Street, and where it hits
Washington Street it is particularly dangerous.
Mr. Sudler asked if problems had been seen in the past with off-road vehicles, such as ATVs, on such
paths and what could be done to prevent or prepare for that. Responding, Mr. Aglio stated that they
had not seen this much in Delaware. He explained that they sometimes see cars parked on a path that
is required for development because it doesn’t really connect, or a utility company may park in such
a location to access their utilities. Mr. Aglio advised that there will be bollards where cars may
ingress and egress from the trail. He noted that he, personally, does not like bollards because
bicyclists sometimes get distracted and strike them; however, this would be done if there was a
problem.
Mr. Sudler clarified that he was talking about ATVs, four-wheelers, three-wheelers, two-wheelers,
motorcycles, etc. Responding, Mr. Niezgoda advised that there is more ATV activity at the C & D
Canal, which is a more isolated location. He stated that this type of use would require enforcement
action by the City. Mr. Niezgoda stated that he had not had this problem over his 16-18 years of
experience, nor had Mr. Aglio, who had been doing this type of work longer.
In response to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Niezgoda stated that they had not received inquiries regarding trails
for ATVs or four-wheelers. He explained that the Department of Natural Resources and
Environmental Control (DNREC) is a better agency to handle that type of facility interaction.
Mr. Niezgoda advised that some off-road facilities are provided in New Castle and Sussex Counties,
but he did not think there were any parks located in Kent County.
Mr. Neil stated that the plan is very futuristic and something that the City would be proud of for a long
time in the future. He advised that he thought motorists are going to have to get used to the bikeway,
but the bicyclists are going to love it. Mr. Neil stated that, looking to the future and what is going to
be happening in this country, it is magnificent.
Mr. Anderson asked what type of outreach had been given to those in residential neighborhoods and
if they had gotten feedback from neighborhood watches and associations. Responding, Mr. Hermes
advised that overall they had not gone to specific neighborhoods; however, the Senator Bikeway had
been presented at two (2) different public workshops within the City. He stated that they had been
continually going to the Bicycle/Pedestrian Subcommittee, whose members had been doing outreach
informally with the neighborhoods, and he noted that several members live within the neighborhood
and had given ideas and support. Mr. Hermes stated that they had also hosted a lot of workshops
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where the projects and plans had been shown. He advised that they had not gone to a specific person
in each community but had been promoting these types of projects through grassroots outreach.
In response to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Hermes stated that they were not proposing to subtract any parking
from residential neighborhoods. He indicated that the industrial site on West Street would be more
affected. Mr. Hermes explained that there are two (2) businesses along the railroad tracks and they
would be requesting no parking on the west side of West Street. He indicated that there was no
reduction of parking within the neighborhoods, with the possible exception of North State Street if a
car spot must be taken. Mr. Aglio stated that he agreed, and reminded members that the path was
recently shifted from Fulton Street to Cecil Street. Mr. Aglio stated that this summer would be a great
opportunity to go to the neighborhoods and work with the councilmen from that district and see what
the neighborhood says.
Mr. Hermes advised that statistically, when bike paths are researched for safety and improvements,
they show that “eyes on the street” are a big component. He stated that a lot of people are worried
about what a bike path brings to neighborhoods; however, it has been found through research that a
bike path actually reduces crime and offers a benefit as people use it, become aware of things that
happen, and are able to report them.
In response to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Niezgoda stated that after everything in the original construction is put
in place, the City would be responsible for maintaining the amenities that are installed on City-owned
streets, such as the tubular delineator along West Street and the pavement markings along the street
network. He advised that if a delineator was knocked down by a snow plow on a City-owned street,
which would only be on West Street, the City would have to replace it. Mr. Niezgoda stated that
DelDOT would be responsible for approximately 600 delineators on Division Street and would buy
different types of snow plow equipment that is able to plow the lane behind the delineator, between
the face of the curb and the delineator.
Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Niezgoda stated that the project does not have any bicycle rack
facilities and noted that this could be discussed with the Delaware Bike Council, which has a budget
for things like that. He advised that bike racks had been provided to the City in the past.
Bradford Street Streetscape
During the Regular Council Meeting of April 11, 2016, Council considered South Bradford Street
Streetscape Enhancements (Division Street to Loockerman Street) - Transportation Enhancement
Program Agreement. At that time, members approved the Council Committee of the
Whole/Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee’s recommendation to authorize execution
of the agreement to initiate the design for the South Bradford Street Streetscape Improvement Project,
as recommended by Staff.
Mr. Jeff Niezgoda, Assistant Director, Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), reviewed
a presentation, entitled “Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements” (Attachment #3). He explained
that the project limits are along Bradford Street from Loockerman Street to Division Street.
Mr. Niezgoda stated that, through the public comment soliciting process, it was determined that a
six-foot concrete sidewalk with a brick band on the outside was the preferred option, and this will be
placed through the commercial areas. He advised that the residential areas will continue to be
maintained as a landscape area for grass or trees.
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Mr. Niezgoda stated that workshops were held with the Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP) Board,
City of Dover Historic District Commission, and the public in 2015 or early 2016. He advised that
he had provided Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Principal Planner, a copy of the executed agreement
and an invoice prior to the meeting. Mr. Niezgoda explained that DelDOT manages the funds, noting
that 80% of the project costs come from the federal government and 20% from the City of Dover as
the prospective sponsor. He stated that they would now be moving into the design phase, at a cost of
approximately $150,000, $30,000 of which would be the City’s commitment. Mr. Niezgoda advised
that a project of this magnitude would be expected to take 16 to 18 months; however, they would try
to expedite and get it done in 12 months.
Mr. Niezgoda stated that they would continue to have public workshops and work with local residents
to make sure that everybody is on board with the project. He explained that the projected construction
cost was about $860,000. Mr. Niezgoda advised that the City’s match would be approximately
$172,000, and the City would receive a $900,000 or $1M project for this investment due to the federal
funds received for this statewide program.
Presentation by the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) - Dover
Capital Gateway Plan and Design Book
Mr. James Galvin, Principal Planner, Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO),
advised members that the MPO and the City met in the fall of 2015 and decided that there was a need
to look at the City’s gateway from the west coming into downtown, including both Forest and Division
Streets, and made the decision to hire Whitman, Requardt and Associates to come up with a plan.
Ms. Andrea Trabelsi, Project Manager, Whitman, Requardt and Associates, stated that they undertook
this process in the fall of 2015, and the purpose was to develop a shared vision for the western
entrance to the capital that would guide redevelopment and any improvements that were desired going
forward, based on the vision that the planning process would develop. She explained that the study
area covered the western end of the City, including Division Street from Saulsbury Road eastward,
through the split of Forest Street to where Forest will terminate at the Duncan Center, and Division
Street heading eastward to State Street. Ms. Trebalsi stated that the process was pretty condensed and
they used the charette approach, which is a compressed time frame where all stakeholders and the
public are engaged, and in this case there was a week-long process with some advanced planning
work.
Ms. Trabelsi reviewed a presentation, entitled “Division Street - Capital Gateway Plan”
(Attachment #4).
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Galvin advised that the City would estimate how long construction
activity will take if the project were to happen, and the next step would be to have the engineers
review the project and provide an estimate. Ms. Trabelsi stated that the study is wide ranging and
visionary and went beyond the engineering things within the right-of-way. She expressed the desire
to make sure, as redevelopment and projects like the Senator Bikeway come through and pavement
and other things are replaced, that they achieve the vision that the community wants over the long term.
Mr. Anderson expressed concern about two (2) or three (3) years of construction on the busiest
arteries in the City. He stated that there was some value to the project, although he was not a big fan
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of the three-story limit concept, noting that he thought this would be going in the opposite direction for
economic development.
Mr. David Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development, advised that he had asked for
Mr. Galvin and Ms. Trabelsi to be on the agenda. He explained that the Planning Department had
plans going back to at least 2000 and maybe a few years before that, and a study of the same area was
done in August 2000 that addressed the Clarence Street extension and some of the same kinds of
things. Mr. Hugg informed members that this matter is really relevant because the Department will
be updating the City of Dover Comprehensive Plan this year, and one (1) of the tasks they are looking
at is taking the various and sundry plans, such as the Gateway Plan, the transit area plan, and the bike
plan, and seeing how they integrate, which will drive a lot of the transportation planning. He stated
that it is important that these documents do not just get done, put on a shelf, and ignored. Mr. Hugg
indicated that, whether or not people like roundabouts, there is a need to start making some of these
decisions and invest both City and State money, particularly State money since the roads involved are
primarily State roads, to get the gateways and some of these things addressed in the City. He stated
that it was important for Council to hear about these projects and understand them because they would
see them again when staff returns with some of the proposals for the Comprehensive Plan.
In response to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg stated that the State requires the City to update the Comprehensive
Plan and have it certified by roughly this time next year. He explained that staff had begun the process,
and in the June or July time frame members would start seeing draft plan proposals and
recommendations coming forward. Mr. Hugg explained that this information would first go to the
Planning Commission, who was already working on a homework assignment to look at the old plan
and figure out what was done well, what was not done, and what the City might want to do in the
future. He stated that there would be some workshops with Council, probably in early summer, to lay
out some of the concepts and ideas. Mr. Hugg advised that Dover’s 2008 Comprehensive Plan was
a very good, well-written plan, and staff was taking the strengths of that plan and incorporating them,
as opposed to starting all over, because that would be a waste of time. He explained that they were
doing a scorecard on which parts of the plan were implemented, which were not, and why.
Mr. Neil asked if members would be able to look at the plan. Responding, Mr. Hugg advised that the
Capital Gateway Plan and Design Book is available on the MPO website. He noted that copies were
available for members to peruse following the meeting and that they could talk to Planning Department
staff, MPO staff, or the consultant.
Request for Letter - Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Support
for a Service Road to the Garrison Technology Park and Adequate a Full Connection with
Route 1 (Mr. Anderson)
During the Council Committee of the Whole/Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee meeting
of March 27, 2018, members considered a Briefing on Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning
Organization (MPO) Projects, and Mr. James Galvin, Principal Planner, Dover/Kent County MPO,
stated that he had not seen anything to indicate that the Delaware Department of Transportation
(DelDOT) was looking at an interchange off Route 1 for the Garrison Oak Technology Park (GOTP).
He suggested making sure that DelDOT knows that the City is interested in an interchange, if this is
the case.
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Mr. Anderson stated that, approximately four (4) years ago, a major institution was looking at bringing
in approximately 400 jobs to the GOTP but had concerns about power, internet, and Route 1. He
explained that Dover had been very much in the running for this project, according to a representative
of the group that he had spoken with, but the lack of a connector was a major issue. Mr. Anderson
explained that there were other concerns with vehicles because White Oak Road is not exactly
conducive to major truck traffic. He noted that, in speaking with the Mayor, he became aware that
there appeared to be other concerns as well.
Referring to the Garrison Oak Traffic Study - Technical Memorandum from T. Y. Lin International
dated June 14, 2017, Mr. Anderson advised that the study was based only on commuter traffic, mostly
on current projects, and not on projections based upon a major employer, truck traffic, or traffic of a
commercial nature. He stated that the connector may have been abandoned because, in his view, they
were looking at the wrong things in the study. Mr. Anderson stated that the City was looking at the
potential for economic growth, and this would not happen if there is not connection to a major highway
facility. He explained that when he looked at similar facilities in different states, smaller towns,
China, and even in Ethiopia, there was one (1) commonality with the successful ones, and that was an
easy connection to a highway facility, which is missing at Garrison Oak.
Mr. Anderson stated that a connector was set up at Route 8, which is a bigger road and can take traffic
more easily; however, there has to be some sort of service road that will keep commercial traffic out
of the residential neighborhoods, make an easy connection to Route 1, and also allow potential
expansion in the future. He advised that a connector would also hopefully keep some roads, like
Acorn Lane, from becoming even more dangerous, noting that studies and visits to Acorn Lane indicate
that it has a lot of traffic on it, which it was not built for. Mr. Anderson indicated that White Oak Road
is a very busy road and if more traffic is put on it to merge with the traffic closer to Route13, it would
be helpful to have a corridor connection to Route 1 planned for future growth. He stated that a
connector would be easy and doable and, in his view, is as important as the connector with Dover
Downs and the mall. Mr. Anderson noted that a connector had been discussed but, as members had
heard during their meeting of March 27, 2018, the City must request it because it was not known that
the City is interested in making this vital economic development effort happen.
Mayor Christiansen advised that he is the Chair of the MPO. He stated that the MPO was able to do
a little research on this, and the subject of a connector was broached briefly as the GOTP progressed.
Mayor Christiansen noted that Route 1 was intended from its outset to have limited access, and they
fought hard for consideration of numerous exits to the City. Mayor Christiansen stated that they had
to battle with the State regarding Puncheon Run and the exit at Route 8 because, according to federal
plans, Route 1 was supposed to have very limited access, with the major exits to the city at
Scarborough Road and the exit blending back into Route 1 heading toward the beach. He indicated that
consideration probably should have been given as the GOTP came about, noting that he was told that
the amount of car traffic in the traffic studies at that point in time didn’t justify further study of a
bonafide exit there.
Mayor Christiansen concurred that the City should probably proceed with sending a letter to the MPO
to request looking into a connector. He noted that the MPO has technical staff on board, such as
Mr. Galvin, who can assist the City with where to start on this.
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Mr. Neil moved to recommend drafting a letter to the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning
Organization (MPO) in support of a connection to Route 1 in the area of the Garrison Tract on
White Oak Road (Attachment #5). The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously
carried.
Official Request for Comparison Analysis of Nature and Status Update: 2015, 2016 and 2017
Community Complaints against Dover Police Officers (Mr. Sudler)
Mr. Sudler stated that he felt it is important, in monitoring community and police relations, to review
and incorporate citizens’ concerns and the nature of complaints submitted to the Police Chief or Dover
Police Department’s Internal Affairs Unit in the Police Chief’s annual report.
Police Chief Marvin Mailey reviewed the Dover Police Department Internal Affairs Citizen
Complaint Statistical Summary 2015-2016-2017. He stated that this document was generated by
Lieutenant Christopher Hermance of the Internal Affairs Unit and included a sum total of citizen
complaints made against police officers. Chief Mailey explained that citizen complaints come
primarily through face-to-face contact with an on-duty supervisor, and when a citizen has a complaint
against an officer’s actions, they come to the Police Department, contact the on-duty supervisor, and
ask to file a complaint. He advised that typically these complaints can be fielded and addressed by
the supervisor and a resolution can be made at that time. Chief Mailey noted that if the complainant
is not happy, they are given and execute a citizen’s complaint form, which goes through Major Tim
Stump, Deputy Chief of Police, who reviews the matter and then passes it on to the Internal Affairs
Unit. He advised that complaints can also be filed electronically on the Police Department’s website,
doverpolice.org, by filling out a form, which is submitted directly to Lieutenant Hermance and then
goes to Major Stump.
Chief Mailey explained that the Police Department received 14 complaints against officers in 2015,
which were investigated in each and every case. He stated that some of these complaints dealt with
unlawful execution of a search warrant, where the person alleged that the police had no right to enter
the premises; harassment by a police officer; unlawful entry into a citizen’s residence; misconduct on
the part of an officer; unnecessary force by an officer for a juvenile that was in custody; unprofessional
behavior during a traffic stop; and police profiling.
Chief Mailey informed members that when a complaint is received by the Police Department, they
conduct a full investigation, contact and speak with the complainant, and bring them in for an
interview. He noted that the Department has a policy that governs how they do this, so that it is not
done differently on each occasion. Chief Mailey advised that the complainant is met and interviewed
by the investigator and a statement is taken. He stated that, at that time, they try to obtain any
information, such as any witnesses; video; the location, time, and date; and the other people who were
present. Chief Mailey explained that they then conduct the investigation; obtain information; contact
the people and get independent statements from them and see what they saw and what happened. He
stated that finally the officer is brought in and is given the opportunity to have representation with
them, because it is an Internal Affairs investigation. Chief Mailey noted that, under the rules of
Garrity, officers are not allowed to lie, and if an officer lies during an investigation they can be
terminated on the spot. Chief Mailey advised that there is no wiggle room where this is concerned,
and if he is conducting an investigation and an officer is less than truthful, they can be up for
termination and they are fired.
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Chief Mailey advised that, in 2015, 14 complaints were fielded by the Department and when the
investigations were completed, none of the complaints were sustained and none of the officers were
found to be at fault. He indicated that there are varying degrees of involvement for officers, as
follows: 1) exonerated, which means that the officer was there and his or her actions were deemed
to be within policy and the law and above board; 2) not involved, which is when an officer alleged
to be involved in an incident was, in fact, not there; 3) not sustained, which means the officer took
action but there was no harm on the part of a violation or the law; and 4) sustained, which means that
the officer was found at fault.
Chief Mailey stated that the Department received five (5) complaints in 2016, completed five (5)
investigations, and none of the officers were at fault and no charges were sustained. He explained that
the complaints included an allegation that an officer had failed to protect a subject’s private property
after that person had been arrested at a residence where they were staying; a dispute over the charges
that officers placed against a person that was arrested; an allegation that an officer was rude during
a vehicle stop and the Police Department had videotape evidence that proved the officer was not rude
and their actions were within policy standards; and an allegation that an officer submitted false
evidence during a criminal case.
Chief Mailey advised that in 2017 they had 19 complaints, some regarding a subject who complained
that he was detained at gunpoint; an unlawful search; a dispute over a Dover Code citation that was
issued; a person who alleged their daughter was harassed by a police officer; three (3) counts of
rudeness by three (3) different victims and three (3) different officers; one (1) count of excessive force
alleged on an officer; failure to conduct a follow-up investigation on a complaint; another excessive
force; rudeness; profiling; stop without cause; one (1) person who complained that the officer would
not fill out a crime report on what the person was alleging; alleged false arrest; alleged harassment
by police; another incident where excessive force was alleged; another failure to investigate; and false
information on a police report. Chief Mailey advised that the 19 complaints for 2017 were
investigated and no officers were found to be at fault, for a total of 38 complaints over the last three
(3) years.
Chief Mailey stated that after the investigation is conducted, the findings are submitted to the
complainant, so the complainant does receive feedback from the Police Department from their
allegations. He noted that if an officer is found at fault, the Police Department cannot tell the
complainant if the officer received discipline, under the Law Enforcement Officer’s Bill of Rights,
11 Del. C. §9200, which spells out certain rights the officer has under Internal Affairs investigations.
Chief Mailey informed members that the Department receives a lot of complaints, noting that the
Mayor had called him several times about people who were not happy with police services and a lot
of the time they are able to settle those complaints in the Mayor’s Office. He stated that he follows
up and gets back to those with complaints. Chief Mailey advised that the Department receives
complaints by several methods, and each and every time they take out a complaint number through
Internal Affairs. He explained that they do not put this information in their annual report because this
is a confidentiality issue, noting that he had left the names of the officers and complainants out of the
information that he had provided. Chief Mailey stated that other police officers do not even know that
an officer is being investigated. He advised that when they launch an investigation and bring an officer
in, the officer is sworn to secrecy and is not supposed to talk about the investigation or contact the
complainant during the course of the investigation, unless the Police Department is trying to facilitate
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some kind of dialogue between the complainant and the officer, which had been done in the past and
turned out well.
Mayor Christiansen thanked Chief Mailey for reminding everybody that they try to resolve a lot of the
issues in the Mayor’s Office, and he noted that they self-police the Department and investigate and take
a long hard look at their own. He asked what recourse a person who files a complaint has to go above
and beyond and make sure their issue has been properly addressed. Responding, Chief Mailey
explained that the Department of Justice has an Office of Civil Rights and Public Trust that was started
a little over a year ago. He noted that two (2) young ladies work with this Office in Dover and can
receive complaints about police departments. Chief Mailey stated, for example, that if he made a
complaint against the Mayor because he thought the Mayor stopped him for speeding because he is
black, and the Police Department did an investigation and said that the Mayor operated within his
powers as a police officer and did not find that he did anything wrong, Chief Mailey could go to the
Attorney General’s Office of Civil Rights and Public Trust and file a complaint about the Police
Department. He advised that this Office would launch an investigation, do interviews, collect
statements, and come to a conclusion at the end of their investigation about how the Police Department
operated. Chief Mailey explained that if the Police Department was cleared by the Attorney General’s
Office, the complainant could contact the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), which investigates
police departments all the time for profiling, excessive force, and things of that nature. He advised
that police departments come under a level of oversight which is called a consent decree if they are
found to be operating not in the public’s best trust, and the federal government comes in and basically
takes over the police department and runs it for the agency. Chief Mailey stated that the federal
government looks through the police department’s records to see at what rate they are stopping people,
what they are arresting people for, what kind of force they are using, if the officers are being properly
trained, what supervision they are receiving, what complaints are being received from the community,
and how those complaints are being entertained.
Chief Mailey noted that the Dover Police Department has been accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) seven (7) times, most recently just last year,
and CALEA comes in and looks at documentation for all of their arrests, traffic stops, policies,
procedures, and training principles. He stated that if the Department is not in compliance, they do not
receive re-accreditation as a CALEA agency.
Mr. Sudler stated that, moving forward, he was still interested in having an annual report, such as the
Dover Police Department Internal Affairs Citizen Complaint Statistical Summary. He advised that
he respected what Chief Mailey was saying and noted that no names had been mentioned. Mr. Sudler
expressed his belief that it is very important to show all aspects of community relations, and that this
was a big part of transparency and showed that members know that there are concerns, noting that
when there is a complaint they will have done their due diligence. He stated that he was satisfied with
how Chief Mailey had presented this information and that if Chief Mailey felt it was too detailed they
could dummy it down. Mr. Sudler advised that he was looking forward to having something of this
nature incorporated into the Police Department’s annual report so that everyone can work together.
He stated that he did not want Chief Mailey to feel uncomfortable and that the Police Department was
doing a great job. Mr. Sudler noted that no one, including himself, is perfect, but working on
imperfections will make things perfect or a lot better in the City, the community, and police relations.
He advised that he was trying to strengthen community relations in the Fourth District, which would
reflect on the whole City of Dover.
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Chief Mailey stated that he agreed with Mr. Sudler regarding transparency, noting that in 2015 or 2016
the Department had published their annual report from Internal Affairs on their website, and he
planned to do this with the Dover Police Department Internal Affairs Citizen Complaint Statistical
Summary 2015-2016-2017. He advised that the report did not have too much information in it to put
out there, although he did not want to go into specific details regarding each incident because he
thought that too intrusive. Chief Mailey stated that he is all about transparency, as he and Mr. Sudler
had shared previously, and he did not think the Police Department was doing anything wrong and did
not have a problem with anyone looking. He advised that the Department would put this report on
their website so that everybody could understand how many complaints they have fielded, the nature
of those complaints, and how they were resolved.
Mr. Polce asked how the Dover Police Department compared to other policing agencies in Kent
County, statewide, or nationally. Responding, Chief Mailey stated that traditionally internal affairs
reports are not published, displayed, or put out for public consumption, noting that they could be
requested through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and he did not know how the Department
compares to other agencies. He explained that larger police departments have internal affairs units
and, in the past, the Dover Police Department had conducted internal affairs investigations for other
agencies. Chief Mailey advised that complaints on officers are not the only complaints that they look
at, explaining that they also investigate officers internally without receiving a complaint.
Chief Mailey stated that the Department looks at every use of force, and when an officer fills out a use
of force report, this goes through the chain of command to a sergeant, a lieutenant, a captain, and to
the major. He noted that the major reviews it and makes sure that the use of force is within policy.
Chief Mailey explained, for instance, that if an officer tases someone, a use of force report is filled
out, there should be supporting evidence as far as pictures of any injuries where the probes entered
the suspect, and if there is any photographic evidence a photograph is taken. He stated that an incident
report is filled out every time an officer uses force. Chief Mailey advised that a firearms discharge
report is filled out every time an officer uses his handgun, it doesn’t matter if they are doing it to kill
an injured deer or a rabid animal, and the report goes through the same chain to make sure how the
firearm is used, that its use is appropriate, and that everything is in the report. He stated that he did
not know how the Dover Police Department compares to other agencies because this is not openly
shared and is not something that chiefs talk about. Chief Mailey indicated that they always know when
an officer went over the line because it typically takes place in the media and they hear about it by that
means.
Chief Mailey noted that, as the Mayor had stated, the Department polices its own. Chief Mailey
advised that there are a lot of times when citizens don’t make complaints and the Department is aware
of violations and unfortunately has to arrest and discharge its officers. He stated that they do not want
a culture in a police department of lawless behavior, unethical behavior, or misconduct.
In response to Mr. Polce, Chief Mailey advised that he was not aware of a national, state, or county
database with the percentage of substantiated claims versus those that are not, but could look and
report back on this. He stated that he had gone to several Internal Affairs conferences and was not
aware of any national database, like the FBI maintains that involve shootings, etc.
Chief Mailey stated that the size of the Dover Police Department is approximately 100, although he
does not have 100 officers working right now because of various issues. He advised that it was not
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bad to have 19 as the highest number of complaints in a year, looking at the size of the agency, the
number of complaints received each year from citizens, and keeping in mind that throughout the day
there are several hundred contacts between the community and police officers. Mr. Polce stated that
he had been planning to apply this logic and that this was a minute percentage. He advised that he
thought 14, five (5), and 19 claims per year, all of which were unsubstantiated, was tremendous work.
He stated that he agreed with Mr. Sudler that this should be done in a transparent fashion and that an
annual and private report would be beneficial. He asked Chief Mailey to continue his great work and
to tell his officers to do so.
Mr. Anderson thanked Chief Mailey, and Mr. Sudler for bringing up the issue. He also thanked the
Department for making it easier and more accessible for complaints to be filed, which can be done
through the Department’s website and social media. Mr. Anderson advised that people used to call
him and say that they wanted to file a complaint and did not know how, and he never gets those calls
now. He stated that a small rise in complaints may be a measure of success because this is more
accessible and people feel comfortable that they can make complaints and not be retaliated against.
Mr. Anderson advised that he saw this as part of transparency and opening up and that it is a good
thing that everyone is willing to talk about complaints, investigate them appropriately, and get the
appropriate result.
Chief Mailey informed members that, within the Department’s policies, officers have to provide
people with their full name and badge number if the person requests it and do not have the option to
refuse, so that a proper investigation can be conducted.
By unanimous consent, the Committee recommended acceptance of the report.
Dover Police Cadet Program - Discussion of Official Cadet Duties Required Under the Grant
(Mr. Sudler)
Mr. Sudler stated that members had recently had a variety of presentations pertaining to parking lot
construction and economic growth and development; however, a repetitive issue was safety concerns
downtown, especially in the Fourth District. He stated that, as a Fourth District Councilman, he
thought that patrol officers or cadets were needed on New, Queen, Fulton, or Kirkwood Streets, noting
that he was sure Mr. Anderson would concur. He asked if this was doable and, if not, what was
needed to make it doable, and what the scope is of the concentrated area that the cadets patrol.
In response, Police Chief Marvin Mailey explained that when the cadet program was first reborn,
cadets were kept strictly on Loockerman Street as a visible presence to move up and down and
enforce City ordinance violations only. He noted that cadets do not have powers of arrest because
they are not police officers and are not trained to make arrests. Chief Mailey advised that cadets have
protective gear on them in case they are assaulted, and they are there to observe, report, and take
limited enforcement action, issuing citations for City ordinance violations for open container,
panhandling, and things of that nature. He stated that the cadets are young people who are not trained
in law enforcement, so the Police Department tries to keep their activities to Loockerman Street;
events in Dover much like Comic-Con, with which they assist; and directing traffic for parades.
Chief Mailey advised that the cadets perform extra duty for Firefly or NASCAR races, but the
Department does not put the cadets in neighborhoods where there is high crime.
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Chief Mailey stated that Mr. Garfinkel had made the same request as Mr. Sudler, and that the
Department could do the same thing for the Fourth District that they did for Mr. Garfinkel’s
neighborhood. He explained that the Police Department has an abundance of grant money for foot
patrols and had been assigning extra foot patrols to officers in neighborhoods. Chief Mailey advised
that their approach to fighting crime is to move about the City, doing enforcement in various areas with
various units to drive the crime rate down.
Chief Mailey stated that the Fourth District encompasses one (1) of the sectors or districts that
receives a steady diet of law enforcement by different departments. He advised that one (1) day the
motorcycle unit might be there, the next day the patrol unit, and the next day the drug unit.
Chief Mailey indicated that the cadets are not equipped and experienced enough to be in some of these
neighborhoods, not because the neighborhoods are bad, but sometimes crimes occur there. He noted
that shootings, fights, and things of this nature happen in Towne Point, Capitol Green, Simon Circle,
Manchester, and all over the City. Chief Mailey explained that cadets are not put in those arenas
because they’re not equipped to deal with that level of criminal activity. He advised that officers are
assigned to foot patrol those areas and that when he was a rookie they used to walk what was called
Dover Project, which was a walking patrol downtown. Chief Mailey stated that two-man units used
to walk up and down the streets, speak to people, and be a presence in the neighborhood. He stated
that this is what the Department was planning to do, noting that they have to spend the grant money by
June or July, so there would be a lot of police out doing extra duty and working, and the funds would
not be coming out of the Department’s overtime budget. Chief Mailey asked to be informed of specific
neighborhoods of concern and focused times when having officers in these areas would be more
beneficial, and the Department would provide the opportunity for officers to sign up for extra duty.
He noted that they cannot mandate officers to work extra duty and officers work it as they want to on
their time off. Chief Mailey stated that officers like to be paid overtime, so someone would sign up
and patrol the neighborhoods.
Mr. Sudler stated that he had three (3) main areas of concern, and the first was in the area of the liquor
store near 33 West behind Wells Fargo at the parking lot and alley. Chief Mailey noted that this is
State Street Alley. Mr. Sudler advised that he has a friend who works and lives in the area with her
six-year-old daughter, and they are often approached by panhandlers. He stated that a more severe
concern was at the Fulton Street Deli, noting that he had seen tremendous work there and the area had
been cleaned up a lot; however, he still sees a little activity there that could be addressed, which
would help keep trash and debris from being thrown there. Mr. Sudler noted that he thought this area
had improved 75% to 80% from a year and a half ago, when he started to complain about it. He
advised that he was still getting a lot of calls about New Street, especially in the summertime,
regarding individuals standing or loitering in front of their homes or near porch areas. Mr. Sudler
stated that this had calmed down, noting that he rides through there occasionally and stops to see
what’s going on. He advised that he gets applause and appreciation from his community about this
area and can see a big difference, and he thanked Chief Mailey.
Chief Mailey stated that all of the areas Mr. Sudler mentioned are on the Department’s radar screen,
noting that Loockerman Street, State Street Alley, and South Bradford Street are all patrol zones for
the cadets. He advised that Mr. Sudler’s concerns would be passed on and that Sergeant Hopkins
supervises the cadets and was currently in the corner of the room providing security during the
meeting. Chief Mailey stated that the police know what is going on at Fulton Street and patrol that
area heavily because they get a lot of calls. He advised that he rides through New Street all the time,
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it is getting better, and it is not what it was five (5) or ten years ago. Chief Mailey stated that the
police walk a fine line there because they do not want to be so heavy handed that they feel they are
harassing people for just standing there. He explained that the police know that people like to stand
and talk, etc., and they don’t want people to feel like they can’t do this, but they have to be very smart
about enforcement. Chief Mailey noted that the police don’t want it to seem like they are picking on
a certain group of people just because they’re in that area. He stated that some people stop there just
to talk and some stop there for criminal activity, and it is the Department’s job to figure out which one
it is and that is what they are doing.
Mr. Polce asked if the Department had been able to use the National Organization of Black Law
Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) Program at Delaware State University (DSU) for the cadet
program. Responding, Chief Mailey advised that the Department has one (1) young man who is part
of the NOBLE Program, is a cadet, and is one (1) of their hopeful police applicants for the future. He
stated that he is a member of NOBLE himself, so he gets a chance to meet all the young people at DSU
that are part of this program. Chief Mailey advised that he would be participating in a town hall
meeting next Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at DSU, and members of DSU’s criminal justice program would
be in attendance.
Mr. Slavin noted that the cadet program was having retention issues, which were not necessarily bad
issues but showed that the City was putting quality people through the program. He stated that he
would be interested in having a conversation with the Mayor and Chief Mailey about how to
restructure the program to incentivize people to stay on for a longer period of time and had some
ideas. Responding, Chief Mailey stated that he would be open to anything, noting that they have
four (4) cadets out of nine (9) positions, and three (3) are dedicated to the library. He stated that they
try to balance the Loockerman Street area and the library, which is their primary assignment.
Mr. Lewis stated that clarification was needed with respect to what the cadets can and can’t do under
federal grant guidelines. In response, Chief Mailey advised that the cadet program was restarted with
$558,000 from the Neighborhood Building Block Grant Fund in 2014 or 2015. He stated that, in 2015,
the Police Department received State Joint Finance Committee (JFC) funds which were used to
continue the program and there were no guidelines pertaining that funding. Chief Mailey stated that
the Police Department was no longer receiving any form of federal money or subsidy for the cadet
program and it was being funded by the City of Dover.
In response to Mr. Lewis, Chief Mailey stated that there was a possibility that cadets could patrol
some of the City parks when the Department gets up to full capacity with cadets. He advised that when
the program was previously fully staffed, the Department was trying to add parks to patrol
assignments. Chief Mailey noted that the cadets are trained to ride police mountain bikes, and they
will be seen patrolling on those bikes in the summertime at Silver Lake and White Oak Parks.
Chief Mailey advised that he just wanted to get nine (9) good cadets out there.
Mr. Sudler thanked Chief Mailey for being amenable and professional in all of the presentations he
had provided for members.
Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee meeting,
seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried.
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Meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting. The motion
was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
Timothy A. Slavin
Council President
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Attachments
Attachment #1 - A map, entitled “City of Dover Bicycle Facilities,” provided by Mr. Jeff Niezgoda
Attachment #2 - A presentation, entitled “Senator Bikeway Improvements,” provided by Mr. Jeff Niezgo da,
Mr. John Hermes, and Mr. Anthony Aglio
Attachment #3 - A presentation, entitled “Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements,” provided by Mr. Jeff Niezgoda
Attachment #4 - A presentation, entitled “Division Street - Capital Gateway Plan,” provided by Ms. Andrea Trabelsi
Attachment #5 - Draft letter in support of a connection to Route 1 in the area of the Garrison Tract on White Oak
Road
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Contract No. T201620004
Century Engineering, Inc.
4134 N. DuPont Highway, Dover, DE 19901
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Bradford Street
Streetscape Enhancements
Contract No. T201620004
March 2016
Prepared for:
Division of Planning
800 Bay Road
PO Box 778
Dover, Delaware 19903
Prepared by:
4134 N. Dupont Highway
Dover, Delaware 19901
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Table of Contents
Location Maps………………………………………………………………………… Section 1
Project Narrative...…………………………………………………………………. Section 2
Concept Plans……………………….………………………………………………... Section 3
Concept Renderings…………………………..…………………………………... Section 4
Project Photographs………………………………………………………………. Section 5
CTP Estimate………………………………………………………………………….. Section 6
Public Involvement Summary………………………………………………… Section 7
City of Dover Existing Infrastructure & Tree Inventory…………..Section 8
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Section 2
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Project Need
Bradford Street is located in the downtown Dover area, running parallel to and located in
between Governors Avenue and State Street. The portion of Bradford Street included in this
project is bounded on the north by Division Street and the south by Loockerman Street. This
portion of Bradford Street has a high volume of pedestrian and bicycle traffic due to the close
proximity of Wesley College, the downtown Dover area and the surrounding community. The
intersecting roads are currently non-signalized and are used by a variety of vehicles, including
tractor trailer delivery trucks. Pedestrians and bicyclists do not have a dedicated, ADA
compliant facility that is safe to travel upon through the project area. There is a need to improve
pedestrian circulation and safety while also providing a gateway for students and the community
to the surrounding downtown area.
Project Description and Purpose
The Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements project involves the construction of pedestrian
facilities along a 1200’ ± (0.23 mile) section of Bradford Street between Loockerman Street
(K23) and Division Street (K51). This will provide a continuous travel route for pedestrians
between Wesley College and the downtown area. To be consistent with the surrounding
downtown area while maintaining the historic feel of the area, the preferred sidewalk section of
6’ wide concrete sidewalk with brick edging on both sides will be used. The existing sidewalk
and buffer area between the sidewalk and curb will be replaced to provide an adequate ADA-
compliant route and to maintain consistency through the corridor. The existing curb will be
replaced with curb and gutter to help with the flow of stormwater. Additional decorative
pedestrian lighting will be installed between Reed Street and Division Street to increase
pedestrian safety and aesthetics. Crosswalk striping will also be installed at the intersection of
Bradford Street and Reed Street to increase pedestrian safety. ADA-compliant curb ramps will
be installed.
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Existing Conditions
Bradford Street is a two-lane road that begins at the intersection with Loockerman Street and
runs north, with the project limits ending at the intersection with Division Street. Bradford Street
intersects with Reed Street along the way. All intersections are un-signalized with stop
conditions on Bradford Street at each location. Loockerman Street and Division Street are
“Minor Arterials” with Bradford Street and Reed Street being “Local” roads, according to the
2005 DelDOT Kent County Functional Classification Map.
Bradford Street is a two-lane roadway with approximately 11’ ± lanes and 8’ shoulders,
including on-street parking. The existing pedestrian facilities are comprised of a 5’-6’ ± wide
brick and/or concrete sidewalk on both sides of Bradford Street. There is a variable width buffer
area between the back of the curb and the edge of the sidewalk that consists of brick, block
pavers, concrete and/or grass. The Bradford Street and Loockerman Street T-intersection is
currently a one-way stop condition, allowing Loockerman Street as the through movement. This
intersection currently has a pedestrian crosswalk and newly installed curb ramps along
Loockerman Street. The Bradford Street and Reed Street intersection is currently a two-way
stop condition, allowing Reed Street as the through movement. This intersection currently does
not have any pedestrian crosswalks and the curb ramps do not meet ADA standards. The
Bradford Street and Division Street intersection is currently a two-way stop condition, allowing
Division Street as the through movement. This intersection currently has pedestrian crosswalks
in all directions and newly installed curb ramps. The curb ramps and pedestrian crosswalk
traversing Bradford Street on the south side of the intersection need to be replaced due to their
poor condition and not meeting ADA standards.
The right-of-way along Loockerman, Bradford, Reed and Division Streets is approximately 60’
wide based on preliminary plan research.
The existing utilities on the project include underground and aerial electric, telephone, cable, gas,
sewer, water, heating fuel and stormwater. There is currently decorative lighting along Bradford
Street, between Loockerman Street and Reed Street and street lighting along Bradford Street,
between Reed Street and Division Street. The intersection of Bradford Street and Reed Street
has standing water after rainfall events. There are four drainage inlets at this intersection that
drain the stormwater run-off from Bradford Street. There are two drainage inlets north of
Loockerman Street that drain the stormwater run-off from Bradford Street in this area.
There are no wetlands or historic structures within the project limits per initial coordination with
DelDOT Environmental section. The project is within the City of Dover’s Historic District.
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Proposed Improvements
The proposed improvements include the construction of a new 6’ wide concrete sidewalk with
brick edging on both sides, from Loockerman Street to Division Street on both sides of Bradford
Street (1200’ each side, 2400’ total). Through the Commercial areas and in front of The
People’s Church of Dover, the 4’ buffer area between the curb and sidewalk will consist of brick.
This will provide a visual distinction of where the walkway is while also maintaining the historic
feel. Through the Residential areas, the 4’ buffer area between the curb and sidewalk will
consist of grass. This will reduce impacts to utilities, trees, landscaping, and other permanent
structures that are costly to remove or relocate. Crosswalks will be provided at the intersection
of Bradford Street and Reed Street and also on the south side of Division Street. All curb ramps
within the project limits will be constructed to meet ADA-compliance. Temporary easements
will be necessary throughout the project limits.
The concrete sidewalk with brick edging on both sides is the City’s preferred sidewalk section.
Another alternative that was considered was brick sidewalk with the buffer area between the curb
and sidewalk consisting of brick, concrete and/or grass. The City’s Historic District Commission
was strongly in favor of the brick alternative. However, when considering the cost of
installation, cost of maintenance and the potential long term ADA accessibility issues of using
concrete versus brick, the City decided to use concrete. To try to compromise with the Historic
District Commission, the City decided to use the brick edging on both sides of the concrete
sidewalk. The preferred sidewalk section has been used elsewhere within the City and has all of
the benefits of using concrete sidewalk while providing the historic feel of the surrounding area.
Type 3 curb and gutter (6” in height) will be placed throughout the entire project limits to direct
stormwater to drainage facilities and to delineate the edge of roadway. There are no tax ditches,
jurisdictional waterways, or wetland impacts anticipated with this project. The Type 3 curb and
gutter (8” in height) is the City’s standard. A height waiver from the City Manager is needed for
the use of the proposed 6” high curb and gutter.
The utility poles are not anticipated to be relocated. The decorative lighting between
Loockerman Street and Reed Street is to remain. Decorative lighting between Reed Street and
Division Street will be installed in addition to the street lighting that is to remain. There is
underground gas, water, sewer and electric within the project limits. The accessories (test
valves, valves) to the service lines have the potential of being impacted with these
improvements.
The existing trees within the project limits have been evaluated by the City. The City has
determined what trees will remain, will be removed and where new trees can be installed. The
City is also inventorying the locations of the existing utility features as part of an internal Public
Works project. Under this Public Works project, the City will be updating the sewer and water
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lines where necessary. The City will also be repaving the streets within the project limits after
the sewer and water infrastructure work is complete.
Existing parking will not be impacted. Sharrows will be installed within the project limits. The
potential to install bike racks will be evaluated within the project limits. Other amenities, such as
trash receptacles and benches, are not proposed.
Stormwater Management
It is anticipated that this project will comply with all requirements of the current Delaware
Sediment and Stormwater Regulations (DSSR) for the Standard Plan under Section 3.01.1.10.1
Sidewalk, Trail or Other Linear Impervious Surfaces of the Sediment and Stormwater Technical
Document. The requirements specify that the proposed limit of disturbance (LOD) for the
project is to be less than 5 acres and no more than 1 acre shall be disturbed at any one time.
Furthermore, no area within the project limits is classified as wooded based upon 2007 Delaware
Land Use/Land Cover data and that no new impervious area is proposed as a result of the
construction. For this project, the total anticipated LOD is approximately 0.80 acres and the
proposed improvements result in approximately 0.01 acres decrease in impervious cover. In
addition, the 2007 Delaware Land Use/Land Cover consists of Institutional/Governmental and
Mixed Urban or Built-up Land. Since this project is expected to comply under the
aforementioned Standard Plan requirements and it reduces the overall impervious area, no
stormwater facilities or modifications to increase the capacity of the existing storm drain system
are proposed.
Environmental Permits and Agency Coordination
The following is a list of permits and agency coordination that will be necessary in order to
construct this project:
No detailed SHPO coordination was conducted. The project was presented to the
City’s Historic Commission. Continued coordination with DelDOT’s
Environmental Section will be performed during the next phase.
There are no regulatory waters or wetlands within the project and therefore there
are no environmental permits.
Coordination with the City of Dover to ensure this project is consistent with their
standards and planned projects.
No utility test holes were performed.
No hazardous material work was considered.
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Assumptions and Limiting Conditions
The following assumptions and limiting conditions were considered in the preparation of this
conceptual plan package:
Easement requirements will be donated from the property owners.
Sidewalk pavement section assumed as:
o 6” Portland Cement Concrete
o 6” GABC
Brick border section assumed as:
o Brick Paver
o 1” Dry Mortar Mix Setting Bed
o 6” Portland Cement Concrete
o 4” GABC
Curb Ramp and Driveway pavement section assumed as:
o 6” Portland Cement Concrete
o 6” GABC
Pavement patch section assumed as:
o 2” WMA, Superpave, Type C
o 5” WMA, Superpave, Type B
o 8” GABC
No subsurface investigation was performed. Subbase materials are assumed to be
adequate. Soil borings will be performed in the next phase as required.
Limits of existing right of way are based on preliminary historic plan review,
current owner research of public records and field research. Additional research
and survey is required to confirm the location of the right-of-way, easements and
property lines.
Topographic and property survey was not performed. Information contained
herein regarding topographic features was obtained by site visit observation.
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January 25, 2016
Re: Bradford Street—Streetscape Enhancements
To Whom It May Concern,
Century Engineering, Inc. (Century) was retained by the Delaware Department of
Transportation and completed a waters of the U.S. investigation on January 20, 2016 in
accordance with the Corps of Engineers’ Wetlands Delineation Manual (Environmental
Laboratory, 1987), as well as the Regional Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland
Delineation Manual: Atlantic and Gulf Coastal Plain Region (Version 2.0) (U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers, 2012) to identify those areas that are most likely within the regulatory
purview of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. In addition to Federal Regulations, wetlands
and waterways investigations were conducted in accordance with Delaware’s “Wetland
Act” (1973) and subsequent regulations adopted three (3) years later, as well as the
Subaqueous Lands Act (1969).
The Bradford Street—Streetscape Enhancements Project is located in central Kent County,
Delaware in the area known as Dover. The project largely follows existing roadway
shoulders through urban development. Based on the onsite field investigation Century has
identified no potentially jurisdictional Waters of the U.S. or waters jurisdictional to the
State of Delaware.
Sincerely,
TJ Austin
Environmental Scientist
Century Engineering, Inc.
302-734-9188
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Bradford Street (looking north) at Loockerman Street
EXISTING CONDITIONS
PROPOSED RENDERING
Rendering—1
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Bradford Street (looking south) toward Reed Street
EXISTING CONDITIONS
PROPOSED RENDERING
Rendering—2
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Bradford Street (facing north) from Loockerman Street
Bradford Street (facing north) toward Reed Street
Project Photographs—1
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Bradford Street (facing north) from Reed Street
Bradford Street (facing north) toward Division Street
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Bradford Street (facing south) from Division Street
Bradford Street (facing south) toward Reed Street
Project Photographs—3
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Bradford Street (facing south) from Reed St: Ponding at curb ramp
Bradford Street (facing south)
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Bradford Street (facing south) toward Loockerman Street
Bradford Street (facing south) toward Loockerman Street
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CAPITAL TRANSPORTATION PROJECT COST ESTIMATE
1. NAME OF PROJECT Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements Kent
Subdivision or Road Name County
2. LIMITS
Street Name or Road Number From To Length
Bradford Street Loockerman Street Division Street ~1200'
3. ESTIMATE REQUESTED BY: Jeff Niezgoda for (check one) Project initiation
Name Estimate only Section or Legis. Dist.
4. DESCRIPTION OF IMPROVEMENT:
The project will construct new concrete sidewalks with brick edging on both sides, from Loockerman Street to Division Street on
both sides of Bradford Street. Improvements include pedestrian street lighting, ADA compliant facilities and new curb and gutter.
4. PROJECT IN C.I.P. Yes No If "Yes", indicate year F.Y.
5. TYPICAL SECTION
Sidewalk:
Concrete: 6" PCC over 6" GABC
Brick Border: Brick Paver over 1" Dry Mortar Mix Setting Bed over 6" PCC over 4" GABC
Roadway Patch: 2" Type C WMA over 5" Type B WMA over 8" GABC
6. STATE MAINTAINED CITY MAINTAINED PRIVATE OTHER (specify)
7. COST ESTIMATE: from C.I.P. Estimate prepared Date:
estimate form by:
a. Location and Environmental Studies $0 Part I Century Engineering, I 03/17/16
(Part I to be included only for class "I" and "III" projects)
b. Preliminary Engineering $125,000 Part II Century Engineering, I 03/17/16
c. Real Estate $0 Part III Century Engineering, I 03/17/16
d. Construction * $856,635 Part IV Century Engineering, I 03/17/16
e. TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $981,635
* Includes Utilities, Traffic, and C.E.
APPROVED
Valid thru
Date Assistant Director, M&O/Transportation Solutions/Planning Date
Delaware Department of Transportation CIP Estimate Last Modified: 3/17/2016
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(Current Dollars)
Part I of V
Contract No. T201620004 Project Title: Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
PART I - LOCATION & ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES (N/A)
(Part I to be included only for class "I" & "III" projects)
A. ENGINEERING E. HISTORIC $0
(Includes NEPA)
B. ARCHAEOLOGY $0 1. Phase 1 (study)
1. Phase I (study) 2. Phase 2 (study)
2. Phase 2 (study) 3. Mitigation (by loc./env.)
3. Phase 3 (mitigation) 4. Mitigation (by design) yes no
C. WETLANDS $0 F. NOISE $0
1. Delineation (study) 1. Studies
2. Permit preparation 2. Mitigation (by design) yes no
3. Mitigation (design) G. OTHER $0
D. HAZARDOUS MATERIAL $0 1.
1. Phase 1 (study) 2.
2. Phase 2 (study)
3. Phase 3 (remediation)
TOTAL COSTS FOR PART I (A thru G) ROUNDED $0
CONTINGENCY COSTS 10% $0
(normally 5% for large projects and 10% for small projects - to be approved by section head) (% used)
TOTAL LOCATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES COSTS $0
(also total for Construction Project Estimate form line 7a)
Estimator: Century Engineering, Inc. (MBR) Date: 03/17/16
Delaware Department of Transportation CIP Estimate Last Modified: 3/17/2016
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(Current Dollars)
Part II of V
Contract No. T201620004 Project Title: Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
PART II - PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING
A. SURVEYS $25,000 8. Subdivision $0
a. Inhouse
1. Inhouse b. Consultant
2. Consultant $25,000 c. Railroad P.E.
B. DESIGN ENGINEERING $100,000 9. Other (specify) $0
a.
1. Design $100,000 b.
a. Inhouse
b. Consultant $100,000 C. ENVIRON. ASSESSMENT $0
(use for class "II" projects only)
2. Traffic $0
a. Inhouse 1. Wetlands $0
b. Consultant 2. Hazardous Materials
3. Noise
3. Real Estate Plan Preparation $0 4. Historic
a. Inhouse 5. Archaeology
b. Consultant 6. Other
a.
4. Utilities $0 b.
a. Inhouse
b. Consultant Loc/Environ
c. Test Holes Estimator: Date:
d. Utility Company
D. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION
5. Materials & Research
Cont/Admin
6. Borings Estimator: Date:
7. Pile Load Tests
TOTAL COSTS FOR PART II (A thru D) ROUNDED $125,000
CONTINGENCY COSTS $0
(normally 5% for large projects and 10% for small projects - to be approved by section head) (% used)
TOTAL PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING $125,000
(also total for Construction Project Estimate form line 7b)
Estimator: Century Engineering, Inc. (MBR) Date: 03/17/16
Delaware Department of Transportation CIP Estimate Last Modified: 3/17/2016
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Part III of V
Contract No. T201620004 Project Title: Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
PART III - REAL ESTATE
A. REAL PROPERTY $0 C. ASBESTOS PROGRAM $0
1. Total acquisitions 1. Testing
2. Partial acquisitions 2. Abatement
3. Permanent easements D. DEMOLITION
4. Temporary easements E. APPRAISAL FEES
5. Wetland mitigation F. STAFF
Other (specify)
6. G. SETTLEMENT
7. H. REAL ESTATE ENG. $0
B. RELOCATION $0 1. Consultant survey
1. Residential 2. As acquired plans
2. Business I. CONDEMNATION
Other (specify)
3. J. OTHER (specify) $0
4. 1.
2.
TOTAL COSTS FOR PART III (A thru J) ROUNDED $0
CONTINGENCY COSTS $0
(normally 5% for large projects and 10% for small projects - to be approved by section head) (% used)
TOTAL REAL ESTATE COSTS $0
(also total for Construction Project Estimate form line 7c)
Estimator: Century Engineering, Inc. (MBR) Date: 03/17/16
Delaware Department of Transportation CIP Estimate Last Modified: 3/17/2016
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(Current Dollars)
Part IV-A of V
Contract No. T201620004 Project Title Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
PART IV -CONSTRUCTION
A. ROADWAY/APPROACH B. STRUCTURE
CONSTRUCTION $573,000 CONSTRUCTION $0
1. Grading
a. Excavation 1. New Bridge
(includes SWM pond)
b. Borrow a. Type
2. Drainage b. Size
3. Pavement c. $/s.f.
a. Surface
2. Old Structure Rem.
b. Base
a. Type
c. Subbase
b. Size
4. Erosion/Sed. Cont.
c. $/c.y.
5. Miscellaneous
a. Curb/Gutter 3. Retaining Wall
b. Sidewalk a. Type
c. Guardrail b. Size
d. C.P.M. Schedule c. $/c.y.
e. Clear/Grubb 4. Box Culvert
f. Field Office a. Type
Other (specify)
g. b. Size
h. See Concept Estimate $573,000 c. $/s.f.
i. C. LANDSCAPING $0
j. 1. Beautification
k. 2. Noise Mitigation
l. 3. Visual Mitigation
m. 4. Tree Mitigation
D. MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC
(refer to Capital Improvement Project form, Part IV - Continued)
Delaware Department of Transportation CIP Estimate Last Modified: 3/17/2016
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Part IV-B of V
Contract No. T201620004 Project Title Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
PART IV -CONSTRUCTION (CONTINUED)
E. PROJECT TRAFFIC ITEMS $0 P. REIMBURSABLE UTILITY $0
RELOCATIONS BY OTHERS
1. Signing Structures (Enter on PNR funding line 7)
a. Overhead Bridges 1. Water
b. Cantilever Supports 2. Sanitary Sewer
2. Roadway Lighting 3. Electric
3. Pavement Markings 4. Telephone
Other (specify)
4. 5. Gas
F. WETLAND MITIGATION 6. CATV
Other (specify)
G. UTILITY RELOC. IN CONTRACT $0 7.
1. Water 8.
2. Sanitary Sewer Utilities
Other (specify) Estimator: Date:
3.
Q. TRAFFIC SECTION ITEMS $0
H. SUBTOTAL (A thru G) ROUNDED $573,000 (Enter on PNR funding line 6)
1. Signing
I. MISC. ITEMS $57,300
(15% of H for large projects and 20% for small) 2. Signals
(At SF submission use 10% and 5%)
10% 3. Detour Signing
(% used)
J. CONTRACTOR'S CONST. ENG. $28,650 4. DelTrac
(normally 5% of H) 5% Other (specify)
(% used) 5.
K. INITIAL EXPENSE $28,650 Traffic
(normally 5% of H) 5% Estimator: Date:
(% used)
L. CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY $57,300
(normally 10% of H) 10%
(% used)
M. TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS (H thru L) $744,900
(Enter on PNR funding line 5)
N. CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING (normally 15% of construction costs) 15% $111,735
(Enter on PNR funding line 4) (% used)
O. TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COSTS (Construction Costs + Construction Engineering) $856,635
(use this total + Q + P for Construction Project Estimate from line 7d)
Estimator: Century Engineering, Inc. (MBR) Date: 03/17/16
Delaware Department of Transportation CIP Estimate Last Modified: 3/17/2016
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Contract No. T201620004 Project Title: Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
SUMMARY
PART I - LOCATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES $0
(Part I to be included only for class "I" and "III" projects)
PART II - PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING $125,000
PART III - REAL ESTATE $0
PART IV - CONSTRUCTION $856,635
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COSTS $981,635
(also total for Construction Project Estimate from line 7c)
Date:
Project Manager
REVIEWED & CONCURRED IN:
Date:
Section Head
NOTE: Concurring section heads are to forward the original estimate copy to the Director of Transportation Solutions with
one estimate copy each to the Assistant Director of Project Development, Assistant Director of Design Support, and the Cost
Estimate Engineer.
Delaware Department of Transportation CIP Estimate Last Modified: 3/17/2016
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Contract # T201620004
Preferred Alternative - March 14, 2016
ESTIMATE UNIT
ITEM # TITLE UNIT TOTAL
COST QUANTITY
201000 CLEARING AND GRUBBING LS $0.00 1 $0.00
202000 EXCAVATION AND EMBANKMENT CY $11.00 390 $4,290.00
209006 BORROW, TYPE F CY $7.00 349 $2,443.00
302007 GRADED AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B CY $29.00 423 $12,267.00
302008 GRADED AGGREGATE BASE COURSE, TYPE B, PATCHING CY $40.00 $138.00 $5,520.00
401821 WMA, SUPERPAVE, TYPE C, 160 GYRATIONS, PG 64-22,PATCHING TON $100.00 71 $7,100.00
401822 WMA, SUPERPAVE, TYPE B, 160 GYRATIONS, PG 64-22,PATCHING TON $85.00 176 $14,960.00
701023 INTEGRAL PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER, TYPE 3-6 LF $20.00 2,350 $47,000.00
705002 P.C.C. SIDEWALK, 6" SF $7.50 16,953 $127,147.50
705007 SIDEWALK SURFACE DETECTABLE WARNING SYSTEM SF $30.00 224 $6,720.00
705504 BRICK AND/OR BL0CK SIDEWALK SF $14.00 6,062 $84,868.00
737523 PLANTING LS $0.00 1 $0.00
743000 MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC LS $64,600.00 1 $64,600.00
743051 FLAGGER, KENT COUNTY, STATE HOUR $50.00 1,200 $60,000.00
743063 FLAGGER, KENT COUNTY, STATE, OVERTIME HOUR $60.00 300 $18,000.00
745604 FURNISH & INSTALL UP TO 4" GALVANIZED STEEL CONDUIT (TRENCH) LF $20.00 1,175 $23,500.00
746659 DECORATIVE LIGHT STANDARD AND FIXTURE, SINGLE EACH $3,000.00 11 $33,000.00
746852 POLE BASE, TYPE 6 EACH $1,000.00 11 $11,000.00
748015 PERMANENT PAVEMENT STRIPING, SYMBOL/LEGEND ALKYD-THERMOPLASTIC SF $6.00 634 $3,804.00
748530 REMOVAL OF PAVEMENT STRIPING SF $3.00 167 $501.00
748548 PERMANENT PAVEMENT STRIPING, EPOXY RESIN PAINT, WHITE/YELLOW, 5" LF $0.70 2,350 $1,645.00
750000 ADJUST WATER VALVE BOXES EACH $275.00 10 $2,750.00
758000 REMOVAL OF EXISTING PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT, CURB,SIDEWALK, ETC. SY $12.00 2,489 $29,868.00
762001 SAW CUTTING, HOT MIX LF $1.60 2,596 $4,153.60
762002 SAW CUTTING, CONCRETE, FULL DEPTH LF $4.15 566 $2,348.90
905005 INLET SEDIMENT CONTROL, CURB INLET EACH $100.00 4 $400.00
908010 TOPSOILING, 6" DEPTH SY $2.25 1,112 $2,502.00
908014 PERMANENT GRASS SEEDING, DRY GROUND SY $2.15 1,112 $2,390.80
Subtotal $573,000.00
MISC ITEMS 10% 1 $57,300.00
763000 Initial Expense 5% 1 $28,650.00
763501 Construction Engineering 5% 1 $28,650.00
CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY 10% 1 $57,300.00
Subtotal $744,900.00
CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING - (INSPECTION, CCR, CE, MISC CONSTRUCTION ITEMS, ETC.) 15% $111,735.00
TOTAL FOR BASE CONSTRUCTION COST $856,635.00
TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST $856,635.00
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Public Involvement Summary
This project has been presented at the following Dover workshops or meetings. These meetings
are open to the public.
Meeting: Date:
Downtown Dover Partnership Board December 2, 2015
Torbert Funeral Chapels (Property owner) December 9, 2015
City’s Historic Commission December 17, 2015
Dolly and Vernon Ingram (Property owner) December 18, 2015
Public Workshop January 12, 2016
The public workshop was held on January 12, 2016 in the City of Dover’s large conference room
at City Hall. The meeting notice was posted by DelDOT, the City of Dover and direct mailings
were sent to all affected property owners.
Attendance at the public workshop was good.
Generally, the comments were mixed. The residents were supportive of the improvements
overall, but had mixed preferences on the sidewalk material to be used.
The City of Dover has been reaching out to property owners within the project limits to discuss
the project. However, additional meetings may be required to meet individually with property
owners, after delivery of this concept package, to address individual questions and concerns
during the design phase.
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Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
Transportation Alternatives Program Project
Downtown Dover Partnership Board Meeting
Date: December 2, 2015
NOTES OF MEETING
DATE: December 2, 2015
PROJECT: Contract No. T201620004
Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
ATTENDEES: Ann Marie Townshend City of Dover
Board of Directors Downtown Dover Partnership
Jon Hermes Century Engineering
Meghan Richardson Century Engineering
PREPARED BY: Century Engineering
This meeting was held to review the proposed alternatives and schedule for the Bradford Street Streetscape
Enhancements Transportation Alternatives Program Project. The following is a summary of the discussion.
Discussion
The project background and details were presented to the board, including project limits, preferred sidewalk
sections, funding and project timeline.
There was mixed discussion about material use (brick vs concrete) for the sidewalk section throughout the
limits of the project. Century will send the board members the renderings of all of the sidewalk section
alternatives, via Ann Marie.
The City and some members noted the high cost of maintaining brick while others said this corridor is a
gateway between Wesley College and downtown and should have brick to highlight the corridor.
The group supported lighting along the project limits.
Construction timing with regards to the Christmas shopping season and maintaining access was important
to the stakeholders.
Century will follow up with the DDP board during the design phase to provide them updates on the project.
These notes represent the author’s best recollection of the discussion. If there are any revisions, please notify the
author in writing within seven days of receipt of these notes.
cc. attendees
Jeff Niezgoda, DelDOT
Sarah Coakley, DelDOT
Bill Conway, Century Engineering
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Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
Transportation Alternatives Program Project
Torbert Funeral Chapels Meeting
Date: December 9, 2015
NOTES OF MEETING
DATE: December 9, 2015
PROJECT: Contract No. T201620004
Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
ATTENDEES: Gary Wallick Torbert Funeral Chapels
Jon Hermes Century Engineering
Meghan Richardson Century Engineering
PREPARED BY: Century Engineering
This meeting was held to discuss the proposed improvements and schedule for the Bradford Street Streetscape
Enhancements Transportation Alternatives Program Project. The following is a summary of the discussion.
Discussion
The project details were presented to the property owner, including project limits, preferred sidewalk
sections and project timeline.
Mr. Wallick was agreeable with the project and the use of concrete for the sidewalk.
Mr. Wallick has no preference on whether it is a grass strip or concrete in the buffer area between the curb
and sidewalk. He did note that there is no need for the concrete pad in front of the funeral home so that can
be removed.
Mr. Wallick expressed the desire to have some treatment other than grass between the sidewalk and the
face of the building (no preference between concrete and brick). He is willing to remove the steps on the
second property north of Reed Street for ease of construction and uniformity.
Mr. Wallick was agreeable with the need for a temporary construction easement for these improvements.
Mr. Wallick was agreeable with the installation of new lights and also the replacement of the curb with curb
and gutter. He requested to have the granite curb if the City of Dover does not want it. He also mentioned
he wants to keep the granite slab at the front of the funeral home.
Mr. Wallick also mentioned that during heavy rain events, the drainage inlets back up and flood the area
around the intersection of Bradford Street and Reed Street.
These notes represent the author’s best recollection of the discussion.
cc. Sharon Duca, City of Dover
Ann Marie Townshend, City of Dover
Jeff Niezgoda, DelDOT
Anthony Aglio, DelDOT
Sarah Coakley, DelDOT
Bill Conway, Century Engineering
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Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
Transportation Alternatives Program Project
Historic District Commission Meeting
Date: December 17, 2015
NOTES OF MEETING
DATE: December 17, 2015
PROJECT: Contract No. T201620004
Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
ATTENDEES: Ann Marie Townshend City of Dover
Commission Members City of Dover Historic District Commission
Jon Hermes Century Engineering
Meghan Richardson Century Engineering
PREPARED BY: Century Engineering
This meeting was held to discuss the proposed improvements and schedule for the Bradford Street Streetscape
Enhancements Transportation Alternatives Program Project. The following is a summary of the discussion.
Discussion
The project background and details were presented to the commission, including project limits, preferred
sidewalk sections, funding and project timeline.
There was mixed discussion about material use (brick vs concrete) for the sidewalk section throughout the
limits of the project. The commission put the material use to a vote. They unanimously voted in favor of the
use of brick.
Century will follow up with the Historic District Commission during the design phase to provide them updates
on the project.
These notes represent the author’s best recollection of the discussion.
cc. Sharon Duca, City of Dover
Ann Marie Townshend, City of Dover
Jeff Niezgoda, DelDOT
Anthony Aglio, DelDOT
Sarah Coakley, DelDOT
Bill Conway, Century Engineering
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Transportation Alternatives Program Project
Ingram Meeting
Date: December 18, 2015
NOTES OF MEETING
DATE: December 18, 2015
PROJECT: Contract No. T201620004
Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
ATTENDEES: Dolly Ingram
Vernon Ingram
Jon Hermes Century Engineering
Meghan Richardson Century Engineering
PREPARED BY: Century Engineering
This meeting was held to discuss the proposed improvements and schedule for the Bradford Street Streetscape
Enhancements Transportation Alternatives Program Project. The following is a summary of the discussion.
Discussion
The project details were presented to the property owner, including project limits, preferred sidewalk
sections and project timeline.
The Ingrams were agreeable with the project and the use of concrete for the sidewalk.
The Ingrams prefer to have brick or concrete in the buffer area between the curb and sidewalk.
The Ingrams prefer to have brick between the sidewalk and the faces of the buildings. They would like the
grass and landscaping areas removed and there to be one continuous area of brick. In front of the Church,
they were agreeable to replacing the brick walkway with a concrete step with brick edging. They were
agreeable to remove the awning in front of the Church during construction.
The Ingrams were agreeable with the need for a temporary construction easement for these improvements.
The Ingrams were agreeable with the installation of new lights and also the replacement of the curb with
curb and gutter.
The Ingrams dislike the cut-through path on their property that leads to the Fire Hall parking lot. Need to
look into alternatives in the design phase to deter this cut-through area (landscaping, decorative fence, etc.).
These notes represent the author’s best recollection of the discussion.
cc. Sharon Duca, City of Dover
Ann Marie Townshend, City of Dover
Jeff Niezgoda, DelDOT
Anthony Aglio, DelDOT
Sarah Coakley, DelDOT
Bill Conway, Century Engineering
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Delaware Department of Transportation
Jennifer Cohan, Secretary
Public Workshop
Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
Conference Room – City of Dover City Hall
15 Loockerman Plaza
Dover, DE 19903
Tuesday, January 12, 2016
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
The Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT), in conjunction with the City of Dover, invites the
public to attend a public workshop to review and comment on proposed pedestrian improvements to
Bradford Street between Loockerman Street and Division Street. This Transportation Alternatives project
will include new sidewalks, upgrades to curb ramps, crosswalks, curb replacement and pedestrian lighting.
This workshop will also provide an update on the project’s schedule.
The Public Workshop will be held on January 12, 2016 at the City of Dover City Hall in the Conference
Room at 6:00 p.m. Interested persons are invited to express their views in writing, giving reasons for, or in
opposition to, the proposed project. Comments will be received during the workshop or can be mailed to
DelDOT Public Relations, P.O. Box 778, Dover, DE 19903 or sent via email to dotpr@state.de.us.
This location is accessible to persons having disabilities. Any person having special needs or requiring
special aid, such as an interpreter for the hearing impaired, is requested to contact DelDOT by phone or mail
one week in advance.
For further information contact Public Relations at 1-800-652-5600 (in DE) or 302-760-2080 or write to the
above address.
PUBLIC NOTICE
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DelDOT Transportation Alternatives
Program (TAP)
The Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), established through
federal legislation, is intended to encourage development of a more
balanced multi-modal approach to mobility and accessibility.
Proposed Improvements
• Replace existing deteriorated brick sidewalk with proposed concrete
sidewalk with brick edging along both sides of Bradford Street, from
Loockerman Street to Division Street.
• In Commercial areas, replace existing brick, pavers and/or concrete with
new brick in the buffer area between the curb and sidewalk.
• In Residential areas, remove existing brick and/or concrete and establish
grass in the buffer area between the curb and sidewalk.
• Replace existing curb with new curb and gutter within the project limits.
• Upgrade existing curb ramps to meet current ADA requirements.
• Provide new pedestrian lighting between Reed Street and Division Street,
on both sides of Bradford Street. Install new delineated crosswalks at the
Bradford Street and Reed Street intersection. This will allow for safer
pedestrian circulation.
• Assess existing landscaping and install new landscaping where feasible.
Schedule
January 2016 – Complete Concept Plan and Report
Fall 2016 – Begin Design of Proposed Improvements
Design & Construction to be phased based on available funding
January 12, 2016
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Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements
Existing Conditions and Proposed Renderings
Existing Preferred – Concrete with Brick Alternative– All Brick
Bradford Street (west side, looking north) at Loockerman Street
Existing Preferred – Concrete with Brick Alternative– All Brick
Bradford Street (east side, looking south) toward Reed Street
Concrete Sidewalk Brick Sidewalk
Benefits: Benefits:
• Creates a smooth surface meeting ADA requirements • Aesthetically pleasing – decorative & distinctive
• Easily repaired during future maintenance including utility work • Consistent with historic buildings & sidewalks
• Installation & maintenance costs are lower compared to brick pavers • Allows some rainwater to seep into the ground (concrete does not)
• Can stabilize soft paving base materials • More flexible
Cons: Cons:
• Not historically significant • Can be an uneven & rough surface for wheelchairs & disabled users
• Not aesthetically appealing • Can require additional maintenance due to roots & grass
• Rigid surface that can crack • Flexibility of pavers can cause gaps that create non ADA compliant walkways
• Installation cost is higher compared to concrete due to more intensive labor
• With age, bricks become more slippery when wet compared to concrete
• Future maintenance cost is higher
• Shoveling snow can be more difficult
January 12, 2016
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Transportation Alternatives Program
Bradford Street Streetscape Enhancements March 2016
Section 8
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ATTACHMENT #4
Council Committee of the Whole Meeting of 04/24/2018
Division Street—
Capital Gateway Plan
Presentation to Dover Council Committee of the
Whole / Safety and Transportation
Tuesday, April 24, 2018 | 6:00 p.m.
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Project Overview
PURPOSE
Establish a vision and implementation plan to:
• Enhance the gateway
• Coordinate efforts
• Guide new development
• Support comprehensive area wide revitalization efforts
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Project Overview
STUDY AREA
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Planning Process
TIMELINE
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Planning Process
PRE-CHARRET TE
• Existing conditions and base information gathering
• Key stakeholder interviews:
o Bayhealth o Dover Police Department
o Area developers o Adjacent property owners
o Capital School District o Mayor’s Office
o City council representatives o NCALL
o DelDOT o Wesley College
o DTC
o Public Works, City of Dover
o Downtown Dover Partnership
o Dover Bicycle and Pedestrian
Subcommittee
o Dover Interfaith Mission for
Housing
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Planning Process
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Category Guiding Principle
Achieve comfortable, balanced circulation and accessibility
Transportation
for all modes
Create an aesthetically pleasing, welcoming, and vibrant
Urban Design /
gateway to the Capitol District that has a defined sense of
Land Use
place and attracts positive activity
Provide predictability and clear expectations for current and
Regulatory
prospective property owners
Engage residents in support and achievement of the Vision
Social / Process
and Plan (and promote social capital)
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Planning Process
CHARRET TE—DAY 1: VISIONING AND EXISTING CONDITIONS
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Planning Process
CHARRET TE—DAY 2: EXISTING CONDITIONS
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Planning Process
CHARRET TE DAY 2: EXISTING CONDITIONS
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Planning Process
CHARRET TE DAY 2: ALTERNATIVES DEVELOPMENT
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Planning Process
PREFERENCES: TRANSPORTATION / STREETSCAPE
Auto Travel
• Adjust travel and turn lane configuration
Bicycle / Pedestrian Accommodation
• Shorten crossing distance for pedestrians
• Proceed with development of Senator Bikeway, including safe crossing of railroad and lighting along the
finalized route
• Improve sidewalks and lighting along West Street, connecting Division and Forest Streets
• Add crossing guard and walk signal at Weston Street
Parking
• Limited on-street parking west of the railroad tracks on Division Street
• Establish off-street parking locations as redevelopment occurs
Access Management
• Improve car wash access and staging to reduce conflicts with pass-through traffic
• Consolidate access points, especially on Division Street, to reduce conflict with flow of all modes of travel
Transit
• Upgrade transit stops for ADA accessibility and general comfort/safety
Streetscaping
• Upgrade to pedestrian level street lighting with decorative aesthetics
• Improve and maintain sidewalks
• Bury utility lines or make less visually obtrusive throughout corridor
• Improve aesthetics of fencing/screening along the corridor, such as at the Public Storage facility
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Planning Process
PREFERENCES: COMMUNITY DESIGN AND LAND USE
Architectural Character
• 3-4 story buildings
• Brick facades
• Set minimum standards for property aesthetics, which harmonize with the rest of Central Dover and
enforce, for both new and existing development
• Maintain small set-backs for buildings along Division and Forest Streets
Landmark Gateway
(at Division and Forest Streets)
• “Welcome Wall” that provides wayfinding and current events information
• Keep from being overly commercial looking
• Landscape the periphery of the parcel beyond the Division/Forest Street split (currently a Laundromat)
Vegetation / Greenspace
• Strategically add street trees, being careful to select species and locations that are compatible
• Increase access to recreation activities
• Ensure plans for maintenenace exist prior to planting
Strategic Infill / Redevelopment
• Promote commercial/mixed use (re)development along Division Street east of the railroad
Relocate Public Storage and redevelop site to extend Loockerman Street with a mix of uses (east of Lincoln
• Street)
• Develop the corners around the railroad along Forest Street
Maintain residential land use north/west of Lincoln Street and limit commercial growth on Forest
Street
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Plan Recommendations
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Plan Recommendations
GATEWAY IMPROVEMENT
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Plan Recommendations
DIVISION STREET—LAND USE
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Plan Recommendations
DIVISION STREET—TRANSPORTATION
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Plan Recommendations
DIVISION STREET—OPTION 2: MEDIAN
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Plan Recommendations
DIVISION STREET—TRANSPORTATION
Senator Bikeway
• As the study area redevelops, proceed with development of the Senator
Bikeway, according to concepts and priorities presented in the City of Dover
Bicycle Plan
Pedestrian Improvements
• Complete gaps in the sidewalk between Ridgely Street and West Street
• Tighten the right turn radius from Gibbs Drive onto Forest Street and shorten
the pedestrian crossing distance.
Parking
• general consensus: make adjustments to Division Street that maintain on-
street parking (less critical west of the railroad) and slow speeds (especially
east of the railroad)
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Plan Recommendations
DIVISION STREET—TRANSPORTATION
Rendering of sidewalk added on Division Street, west of railroad tracks
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Plan Recommendations
FOREST STREET—LAND USE
Rendering of Redevelopment Concept for Proposed Clarence Street Extension (looking
southeast)
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Plan Recommendations
FOREST STREET—TRANSPORTATION
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Plan Recommendations
FOREST STREET – TRANSPORTATION
Rendering of roundabout planned in front of the Duncan Center—the
southern tie in for gateway improvements.
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Plan Recommendations
FOREST STREET – TRANSPORTATION
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Plan Recommendations
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN—OVERALL
Land Use
• Change zoning code to limit building height to • Explore options for land-banking to stabilize
three or four stories vacant, dilapidated properties and facilitate
redevelopment
• Phased implementation of streetscape
enhancements to extend style of Loockerman • Extend tax abatement program west to include
Street project area east of the railroad tracks
• Explore options for burying overhead utilities • Encourage homeownership in the corridor and
(or less visually obtrusive) more evenly distribute rental and low-income
housing
• Market / communicate gateway plans to
current and prospective developers/property • Explore best opportunities to promote home
owners improvements and establish incentives
program
• Work with property owners and prospective
property owners to encourage and promote • Explore other regulatory mechanisms to
brick facades and improvements to facades address building conditions and upkeep
(e.g. incentive programs, such as the
Downtown Development District) • Develop mechanisms for stormwater
management that are not onerous on
• Consider form-based code / hybrid code to redevelopment projects
encourage quality physical appearance that
extends the traditional main street character,
while allowing flexibility for (re)development
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Plan Recommendations
IMPLEMENTATION PLAN—OVERALL
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ATTACHMENT #5
Council Committee of the Whole Meeting of 04/24/2018
City of Dover
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
May 15, 2018
Mr. Reed Macmillan
Executive Director
Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization
P.O. Box 383
Dover, DE 19903
Dear Mr. Macmillan:
During the Regular City Council Meeting of May 14, 2018, Council directed that a letter be sent to
the MPO regarding consideration of a service road connector from the existing Route 1 interchange
at Route 8 to the Garrison Oak Technology Park. We are aware of the 2017 MPO Traffic Study that
determined that a connector road was not justified at this time; however, the City believes that good
access to the Garrison Oak facility is critical for its future development. Therefore, the City of Dover
respectfully requests that a connector from Route 8 at SR1 to Garrison Oak Technology Park on
White Oak Road be included in the MPO’s future transportation planning program and that
consideration be given to the future alignment of this facility.
Thank you for your consideration of this request.
Sincerely,
Robin R. Christiansen Timothy A. Slavin
Mayor Council President
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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
The Economic Development Committee met on April 25, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. with Mayor Christiansen
presiding. Members present were Mr. Hudson (City Manager’s designee) and Mr. Hugg. Mr. Hare,
Mr. Cole, Ms. Evans, and Mr. Hammond were absent.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Due to the lack of a quorum, the agenda was not adopted.
Mayor Christiansen stated that the rules would be suspended to allow Mr. Mike Carney,
Development Director, Junior Achievement of Delaware, to provide an overview of the Junior
Achievement (JA) Program.
Overview of the Junior Achievement Program - Workforce and Economic Development
Benefits (Mike Carney)
Mayor Christiansen noted his daughter had been to Junior Achievement (JA) with a fifth grade class
from William Henry Middle School, and she had suggested finding a way to bring the program to
Dover. He stated that he thought a local JA location would be a great success. Mr. Mike Carney,
Development Director, Junior Achievement of Delaware, explained that JA is working on a plan to
bring the program to Sussex County, which would allow those in Kent County to participate in either
Sussex County or Wilmington.
Responding to Mr. Kirby Hudson, Assistant City Manager, Mr. Carney stated that the JA Office is
located near Route 13 in Wilmington and suggested that Mr. Hudson visit the facility.
In response to Mayor Christiansen, Mr. Carney stated that JA has a great relationship with Delaware
State University (DSU). He advised that he had been to DSU earlier in the day in regard to JA’s Get
Set Program. Mr. Carney explained that this program has 80 students with intellectual difficulties,
high on the autism spectrum, who were working on job skills, such as setting tables, sorting coins,
shredding and separating mail, stocking shelves, etc.
Mayor Christiansen suggested that Mr. Carney speak with Ms. Donna Covington, Dean, College of
Business, DSU, and Mr. Carney stated that they had had that conversation and DSU has a finance
kiosk in JA’s Finance Park simulation.
Mr. Carney provided a handout entitled, Junior Achievement/Delaware Pathways Career Funnel
(Attachment #1) and explained that JA has a Financial Literacy track, where students learn about
checkbooks, credit scores, credit, buying a car, and obtaining mortgages and insurance. Mr. Carney
advised that students attend 12 weeks of classroom sessions at their own schools taught by JA
teachers using JA’s curriculum. He indicated that DSU was going to integrate some of their students
into this program and work with JA. Mr. Carney stated that after the 12 weeks students attend JA
and have to balance a 21 line item budget using a tablet. He explained that students are given
different scenarios, for example, someone with a salary of $100,000 and three (3) children, someone
with a salary of $40,000 per year with two (2) children, or someone with a salary of $120,000 with
one (1) child. Mr. Carney advised that students have different personas and perspectives and go
through the line items on the tablet. He noted that they have to buy groceries, buy or rent a car or
take public transportation, and buy a house or be declined on a mortgage.
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Mr. Dave Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development, asked if students who come
through the program have special needs and requirements. Responding, Mr. Carney stated that the
JA event at DSU that he had referred to was a special event; however, JA serves everyday
elementary through high school students up and down the State and had been serving them for 60
years. He noted that JA has a lot of relationships with schools, who automatically bring their
students every year, and the whole class attends. Mr. Carney explained that JA’s Finance Park
pathway is for seventh graders.
Mr. Carney informed members that JA’s BizTown pathway is for fifth and sixth graders, who come
to JA after 12 weeks of lessons in the classroom and learn how to run a business. He indicated that
each operation has a Chief Finance Officer (CFO) and a Chief Operating Officer (COO), and
students learn about company culture, what it's like to work there, what's expected, and what some
of the different salary packages are, and they run a business. Mr. Carney explained that in the
classroom students go through newspaper want ads and apply for and get a job. He stated that a
student may come to JA as a water person from Tidewater Utilities, with a hard hat and a jacket.
Mr. Carney advised that Tidewater Utilities has a kiosk, and this student takes water readings from
all the kiosks in BizTown, takes them back to the office, turns gallons into dollars, and sends
everyone in the different kiosks a bill. He stated that there is an attorney, a prothonotary, a mayor,
and a city council, and they take votes. Mr. Carney advised that the News-Journal, iHeartRadio,
New Castle County Public Safety and Recorder of Deeds, and a print shop are all at BizTown, and
different businesses are sponsored by like businesses.
Responding to Mr. Hugg, Mr. Carney stated that not every fifth grader in the school district goes
through this program but just those schools that have signed up. He stated that JA would like all
students to attend and is working with Delaware Technical and Community College (Del Tech) and
the Department of Education to get all students in eighth grade to go through Finance Park, noting
that this is JA’s first benchmark.
Mr. Hugg stated that it is amazing how many young people graduate from high school and don't
know how to write a check or make change, or don't have a bank account. Mr. Carney advised that
young people do not understand debt, credit, or what it's like to get a loan. He indicated that young
people and a lot of adults do not know what a credit score is, noting that those who have never
borrowed money may never come across this.
Responding to Mr. Hugg, Mr. Carney stated that in order to bring the program in a more intense
manner to Kent County they would need available space and financial support to build out a space
similar to what they have in Wilmington, but less elaborate. He indicated that they plan to go to
Del Tech in Georgetown in Sussex County and set up small kiosks with office partitions in a stretch
of rooms there. Mr. Carney advised that there could be 10 different finance agencies, banks, and
home repair businesses, and sponsors to back them up, such as Goldman Brothers for home
improvements, Delmarva Power for energy, and Delaware City for gas. He advised that JA’s big
push is to go to Sussex County and they are waiting to hear about a grant they had written to the
Longwood Foundation. Mr. Carney stated that the cost would probably be a couple of hundred
thousand dollars. Mr. Hugg asked if this would be a one-time or an annual investment. Responding,
Mr. Carney stated that this is a two-year arrangement and JA would have to carry it from there
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through sponsorship. He noted that the Capital School District pays JA an amount per student when
their students go through the program.
Mr. Hugg stated that infrastructure seemed to be available at the DSU University Center for
Economic Development and International Trade (UCEDIT). He noted that DSU, Wilmington
University, Wesley College, and Del Tech had all created job-focused pathways and were interested
in assuming a greater role in Delaware. Mr. Hugg advised that they felt isolated from the greater
community and were reaching out to establish an identity and purpose. He expressed his belief that
getting something like JA to happen in Dover would not be all that difficult.
Mr. Carney suggested coming to see what JA has in Wilmington and thinking about what it would
take to scale it back, noting that space is a consideration. He advised that different kiosks have to
be added and dressed up, and there is a need to make sure volunteers are there every week.
Mr. Carney explained that when an elementary school comes to BizTown, they bring five (5) or 10
parents and three (3) or four (4) teachers, and JA volunteers and staff help manage the event for
four (4) hours.
Mayor Christiansen advised that Kent County Levy Court had put space aside for a business
incubator for the Kent Economic Partnership (KEP) that was not being used. He indicated that it
may be possible to use the incubator space for a small version of JA so that JA would have a
permanent presence, noting that the program could possibly be included as part of the role of the
KEP.
Responding to Mr. Carney, Mr. Hugg stated that he was unsure of the size of the incubator space,
which was designed for small business and is divisible into little pods. Mr. Hugg advised that this
location has the advantage of having parking, is easy to get to, and is a public building with security.
Mr. Carney stated that they could arrange to look at it. He noted that JA pathways were already
being created with Del Tech and they want to make sure that students are engaged with programs
from bio-pharmaceuticals to diesel mechanics, finance, marketing, power plants for jet engines,
framing, and processing plants. Mr. Carney noted that these careers pay well and not every student
is cut out for a university or college. He indicated that a bad job is done of guiding and counseling
students, and school counselors tell students they must go to a four-year college. Mr. Carney
advised that students come out of a college or university with a $150,000 payment and cannot invest
in the market or a house since they have invested in the education that is already behind them.
Mayor Christiansen suggested that he, Mr. Hugg, or both of them assist Mr. Carney in going to look
at the space at the Kent County incubator.
Mr. Carney provided a handout entitled, “2016-17 Students Served by County” (Attachment #2)
and pointed out the schools that JA serves in Kent County. He stated that he was sure there was
room for growth from the almost 2,400 students currently being served in Kent County to 5,000 or
6,000. Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Mr. Carney stated that JA does not serve Kent or
Caroline Counties in Maryland. He advised that Cecil County, Maryland, is their franchise district
and they also serve the three (3) counties of Delaware and Salem County, New Jersey. Mr. Carney
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stated that Salisbury has JA; however, he was unsure what this program is called and where it is
based.
Mr. Hugg noted that there were a number of students participating from the Capital School District.
Mr. Carney stated that JA could probably serve more schools in Smyrna. He indicated that they are
currently serving 2,400 students in Kent County who do not mind the drive up to Wilmington and
JA must look at the up side and what they would get if JA was in Dover.
Mr. Hugg noted that the Kent County building is only 10 minutes away from most local schools.
Mr. Carney indicated that there would be advantages to having all three (3) counties represented by
JA, but JA would have to weigh where to locate it. Mayor Christiansen stated that a local location
might pick up students from Sussex County, Georgetown, Rehoboth, Sussex Central, Woodbridge,
Laurel, Seaford, and Indian River. He noted that Caesar Rodney and Lake Forest School Districts
are also in Kent County districts.
Responding to Mr. Carney, Mayor Christiansen stated that Georgetown Del Tech is approximately
38 miles and an hour from Dover. Mr. Hugg indicated that Del Tech’s Owens Campus in
Georgetown is a good central site in Sussex County but is a long way from Smyrna. Mr. Carney
noted that there would be advantages to having all three (3) counties represented and JA had to
weigh where would be the better place for their program. He indicated that his boss has already
determined that they wanted the Georgetown location. Mr. Carney stated that a program could be
put in Dover; however, it would take resources to get that done, and space would be one (1) of the
biggest parts of that.
Responding to Mr. Hugg, Mr. Carney stated that JA would be looking for donated or sponsored
space. Mayor Christiansen stated that the County and KEP had already sponsored the incubator
space and would be able to say that they were sponsoring Junior Achievement if it were there.
Mr. Carney stated that this would be incredible and that they could get every school here to
participate, including not just fifth graders but sixth through eight graders, and there may also be the
ability to merge the program into the high schools. He suggested obtaining some numbers for his
supervisor regarding all of the elementary, middle, and high schools that JA could reach.
Mayor Christiansen noted that the Capital School District has a elementary school program called
Mini Society for first, second, third, and fourth graders where students develop a product, marketing,
and sales. Mr. Carney compared this to the JA Company program. He estimated that this program
has approximately 400 students in the current year and advised that JA wants to have 1,000 students
in the program by 2021.
Mayor Christiansen asked Mr. Carney to work with Mr. Hugg to schedule a date to review Kent
County’s incubator space. Mr. Hugg stated that he would try to obtain information about the size
of the incubator space and requested that Mr. Carney send an email regarding the figures he needed
regarding local school populations. Mayor Christiansen requested that Mr. Hugg communicate with
Mr. Mike Petit de Manage, Kent County Administrator, regarding this matter.
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Meeting adjourned at 2:32 p.m.
Robin R. Christiansen
Chairman
RRC/JS/jt
Attachments
Attachment #1 - A handout, entitled “Junior Achievement/Delaware Pathways Career Funnel,” provided by
Mr. Mike Carney
Attachment #2 - A handout, entitled “2016-17 Students Served by County” provided by Mr. Mike Carney
S:\AGENDAS-MINUTES-PACKETS-PRESENTATIONS-ATT&EXH\Committee-Minutes\2018\04-25-2018 Economic Development Committee Minutes.wpd
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ATTACHMENT #1
JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT/DELAWARE PATHWAYS Economic Development
Committee Meeting of
CAREER FUNNEL 04/25/2018
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5 graders and take on jobs in a simulated economy. Pathways industries and careers will be JA BizTown
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in 2017-18mm projected for
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Future in 2017-18 2020-21
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JA Career Fusion - 8th or 9th grade
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JA Career Fusion in 2017-18 informed
Career Pathways selections
JA Job Shadow® - 8th - 10th grade
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students visit work sites and engage th th
8th - 1th graders students in 8 - 10
with employers to acquire and apply
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ATTACHMENT #2
Economic Development Committee Meeting of 04/25/2018
2016-17 Students Served by County
County School Number of Students Served
Cecil Bohemia Manor High School 175
Elkton High School 285
North East High School 300
Rising Sun High School 225
Tome School 94
1,079
Kent Allen Frear Elementary School 20
Caesar Rodney High School 45
Campus Community School 103
Central Middle School 575
Clayton Elementary School 145
Communities In Schools 53
DAPI Camden 10
Dover High School 96
Early College High School at Delaware State University 199
East Dover Elementary School 75
John S. Charlton School 90
Milford Central Academy 35
Positive Outcomes Charter School 12
Providence Creek Academy 78
Smyrna Middle School 24
Star Hill Elementary 140
Sunnyside Elementary School 126
Towne Point Elementary School 43
W. Reily Brown Elementary School 108
W.B. Simpson Elementary School 115
W.T. Chipman Middle School 44
Welch Elementary School 91
William Henry Middle School 163
2,390
New Castle A.I. duPont High School 9
A.I. duPont Middle School 100
Albert H. Jones Elementary 80
Alfred G. Waters Middle School 330
All Saints Catholic School 204
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Appoquinimink High School 24
Bancroft Elementary School 40
Brader Elementary School 90
Brandywine Springs School 638
Brennen School 20
Brick Mill Elementary 116
Brookside Elementary School 67
Bunker Hill Elementary School 118
Cab Calloway School of the Arts 127
Caravel Academy 15
Carrcroft Elementary School 80
Carrie Downie Elementary School 78
Cedar Lane Elementary School 197
Charter School of Wilmington 15
Christ the Teacher School 61
Christiana High School 8
Claymont Elementary School 319
Concord High School 160
Conrad Schools of Science 181
DE Academy of Public Safety and Security 75
Delaware Adolescent Program 15
Delaware Design-Lab 155
Delaware Military Academy 140
Dickinson High School 5
Downes Elementary School 164
Etta J. Wilson Elementary School 196
Forwood Elementary School 110
Gallaher Elementary School 78
Glasgow High School 17
H.B. duPont Middle School 27
Hanby Elementary School 100
Heritage Elementary School 107
Holy Angels School 41
Howard High School of Technology 46
Independence School 72
Islamic Academy of Delaware 24
Jennie Smith Elementary School 91
Junior Achievement of Delaware, Inc. 541
Keene Elementary School 114
Kingswood Academy 67
Kirk Middle School 35
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Kuumba Academy Charter School 48
Lancashire Elementary School 303
Las Americas ASPIRA Academy 100
Leasure Elementary School 82
Linden Hill Elementary School 195
Lombardy Elementary School 75
Maclary Elementary School 184
Maple Lane Elementary School 44
Marbrook Elementary School 163
McCullough Middle School 183
McKean High School 31
McVey Elementary School 68
Meadowood Program 9
Meredith Middle School 351
Middletown High School 39
MOT Charter School 97
Mount Joy United Methodist Church 66
Mt. Pleasant Elementary School 172
Mt. Pleasant High School 17
Networks School/Entrepreneurial Sciences 17
Newark High School 241
North Star Elementary School 226
Oberle Elementary School 110
Odyssey Charter School 278
Old State Elementary School 173
Olive B. Loss School 230
P.S. duPont Middle School 38
Pleasantville Elementary School 106
Police Athletic League of Wilmington 22
Prestige Academy 52
Project Search 7
Pulaski Elementary School 65
Red Lion Christian Academy 103
Redding Middle School 250
Richardson Park Elementary School 133
Sarah Pyle Academy 8
ServiceSource 9
Shue-Medill Middle School 181
Silver Lake Elementary School 143
Skyline Middle School 57
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Southern Elementary School 125
Springer Middle School 198
St. Peter Cathedral School 122
Stanton Middle School 130
Stubbs Elementary School 50
Tatnall School 86
TeenSHARP 33
The Wallin School 14
Thomas A. Edison Charter School 53
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School 139
Tower Hill School 53
Townsend Elementary School 75
UrbanPromise School 12
Warner Elementary School 270
West Park Place Elementary School 44
William Cooke Jr. Elementary School 124
William Penn High School 153
11,654
Salem Alloway Township School 32
Elsinboro Township School 36
Lower Alloways Creek School 19
Mannington Township School 32
Oldmans Township School 33
Quinton Township School 77
Salem County Christian Academy 5
234
Sussex Georgetown Elementary School 139
H.O. Brittingham Elementary School 258
Lighthouse Christian School 80
North Georgetown Elementary School 52
Rehoboth Elementary School 22
Scope Alternative School 30
Southern Delaware School of the Arts 58
Sussex Central High School 17
656
Total: 16,013
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Monthly Report
March 2018
Office of City Assessor
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ASSESSOR’S OFFICE
Number of Deeds Stamped for Transfer Tax Dollar Amount for
the Month of March 2017/2018 the Month of March 2017/2018
40 32 $100 $80
Thousands
27 25 26
30 $42 $32
18 13 14 $50
20 $25
4 $11 $3 $8
10 1 0 2017 $0 2017
0 $0
2018 2018
First Time Buyer for the Month March 2017/2018 Realty
of March 2017/2018 Property Sales in Dollars
Received Prior to Recording
40 32
27 25 $5 $5
$6 $4 $3
30 Res. Non‐First
Millions
18 Time Buyers $4
20 $2 $0 $0 $0 $1
2017
Res. First Time $0
10 Buyers 2018
0
2017 2018
Major Updates
Jan ‐ 18 Feb ‐ 18 March ‐ 18
Assessment Change $10,792,100 $1,038,700 $2,138,800
Residential Sales Ratio Report
Sales in Study Total Assessed Total Sale Price Ratio PRD
Value
41 $6,528,700 $7,377,853 0.88 1.02
Ratio – Assessed Value divided by Sale Price.
PRD – Mean – A PRD above 1.03 tends to indicate assessment regressivity – high valued properties are under
appraised relative to low valued properties. A PRD below .98 tends to indicate assessment progressivity – high
valued properties are relatively over appraised.
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ASSESSOR’S OFFICE
Points of Interest
Scanning & Filing
‐ All new deeds are being scanned and attached to the CAMA software for easy retrieval.
‐ All appeal documents and correspondence are being scanned and attached to the CAMA software for
easy retrieval.
‐ All old property record cards are being scanned and indexed into Fortis.
Assessor’s Office
‐ Delinquent Tax Bills with door hangers for properties with outstanding property taxes
Assessment Registers
‐ Finalized, printed and posted Assessment Registers by the March 29, 2018.
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08:20 AM SALES RATIO REPORT CA324
PARID NBHD LUC ADDRESS UNITS STYLE YRBLT STORIES SFLA GRADE CDU TOTAL APPR SALE DT PRICE ASR
ED05-066.16-01-12.00 3 R10 42 PINE VALLEY RD 1 5 1987 2 3757 A- AV 321,400 05-MAR-18 375,000
ED05-067.05-02-07.00 18 R10 7 MICHAEL CT 1 5 1988 2 2964 A- VG 279,900 20-MAR-18 265,000
ED05-067.09-02-06.00 3A R10 280 TROON RD 6 2017 2 2844 A GD 292,100 28-MAR-18 300,000
ED05-067.11-01-47.00 10 R10 916 WILSON DR 1 5 1968 2 2171 C AV 168,300 05-MAR-18 158,000
ED05-067.17-01-19.00 3 R10 9 N TURNBERRY DR 1 13 1978 2 2076 B- AV 163,100 09-MAR-18 227,000
ED05-067.19-03-14.00 17 R10 727 BICENTENNIAL BLVD 1 5 1987 2 2353 B AV 210,500 05-MAR-18 215,000
ED05-067.20-02-40.00 10 R10 531 LAKEWOOD PL 1 3 1947 1 1460 C AV 137,500 15-MAR-18 115,900
ED05-067.20-03-19.00 9 R10 401 N NEW ST 1 14 1950 1 1545 C AV 98,300 19-MAR-18 125,000
ED05-068.14-01-41.00 13 R10 1122 GARFIELD DR 1 14 1966 1 1130 C AV 141,900 19-MAR-18 169,900
ED05-068.17-03-28.00 8 R10 149 HAZEL RD 1 5 1924 2 3478 B+ AV 320,000 20-MAR-18 295,000
ED05-068.18-02-77.00 7 R10 68 N HALSEY RD 1 14 1954 1 1056 C GD 139,400 30-MAR-18 180,000
ED05-068.18-03-54.00 7 R10 54 MITSCHER RD 1 14 1950 1 780 C AV 92,600 09-MAR-18 135,250
ED05-068.19-05-06.00 14 R10 124 LEXINGTON PL 1 8 2010 2 1368 C+ GD 163,700 19-MAR-18 187,499
ED05-068.20-01-46.00 14 R10 203 THORNTON ST 1 13 2007 3 2395 C+ GD 162,300 06-MAR-18 204,900
ED05-076.03-01-86.00 14 R10 274 E SHELDRAKE CIR 1 13 2007 2 1855 C+ AV 136,300 19-MAR-18 170,150
ED05-076.03-04-65.00 11 R10 424 BEUVALE LN 1 5 2009 2 2600 B+ AV 243,800 01-MAR-18 260,000
ED05-076.04-06-30.00 2 R10 410 GREENBERRY LN 1 13 2011 3 1980 C+ AV 172,700 19-MAR-18 190,000
ED05-076.06-03-54.00 17 R10 215 GREEN BLADE DR 1 8 1983 2 1675 C+ AV 130,900 15-MAR-18 142,000
ED05-076.06-08-06.00 14 R10 35 TEAL CT 1 5 1989 2 1958 B- AV 188,900 14-MAR-18 225,000
ED05-076.09-03-13.00 14 R10 7 MARGATE CIR 14 2018 1 1648 C+ AV 194,800 02-MAR-18 228,900
ED05-076.12-02-08.00 2 R10 144 CHERRY ST 1 5 1991 2 986 C- FR 88,200 09-MAR-18 95,000
ED05-077.07-06-56.00 6 R10 607 SWALLOWTAIL WAY 1 2018 2 1440 B- AV 177,800 06-MAR-18 202,990
ED05-077.07-06-58.00 6 R10 611 SWALLOWTAIL WAY 1 2018 2 1680 B- AV 187,800 02-MAR-18 216,480
ED05-077.07-06-59.00 6 R10 613 SWALLOWTAIL WAY 14 2018 1 1352 B- AV 183,900 08-MAR-18 217,080
ED05-077.07-06-64.00 6 R10 606 SWALLOWTAIL WAY 1 2018 2 1920 B- AV 191,300 12-MAR-18 235,175
ED05-077.07-06-81.00 6 R10 400 NOB HILL RD 1 2018 2 1440 B- AV 176,600 19-MAR-18 217,500
ED05-077.07-07-08.00 6 R10 104 LADY BUG DR 13 2017 2 1220 B- AV 137,900 19-MAR-18 159,990
ED05-077.07-07-29.00 6 R10 201 LADY BUG DR 13 2018 2 1220 B- AV 119,100 13-MAR-18 147,284
ED05-077.07-07-31.00 6 R10 205 LADY BUG DR 13 2018 2 1220 B- AV 115,900 06-MAR-18 134,990
ED05-077.07-07-32.00 6 R10 207 LADY BUG DR 13 2018 2 1220 B- AV 117,800 06-MAR-18 138,575
ED05-077.07-07-46.00 6 R10 235 LADY BUG DR 13 2017 2 1220 B- AV 118,800 19-MAR-18 152,990
ED05-077.07-08-29.00 6 R10 306 BLUECOAT ST 1 2015 2 1612 B- AV 171,300 06-MAR-18 215,000
ED05-077.11-02-62.00 6 R10 682 ROBERTA AVE 1 14 1967 1 1130 C GD 136,500 28-MAR-18 142,000
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08:20 AM SALES RATIO REPORT CA324
PARID NBHD LUC ADDRESS UNITS STYLE YRBLT STORIES SFLA GRADE CDU TOTAL APPR SALE DT PRICE ASR
ED05-077.17-03-39.00 4 R10 1035 S BRADFORD ST 1 8 1952 2 1040 C- GD 110,600 27-MAR-18 96,500
ED05-077.17-05-36.00 4 R10 214 ORCHARD AVE 1 14 1952 1 1112 C FR 88,300 21-MAR-18 90,000
ED05-085.08-03-58.00 12 R10 393 FIDDLERS GRN 1 16 1964 1 1700 C+ AV 141,700 09-MAR-18 224,900
ED05-085.11-01-41.00 12 R10 183 HAMAN DR 1 14 1968 1 1103 C GD 142,700 29-MAR-18 168,000
ED05-085.12-03-52.00 12 R10 324 MIMOSA AVE 1 5 1972 2 1788 C+ AV 142,600 09-MAR-18 169,000
LC05-058.14-01-01.012 1 R10 12 SUTTON DR 1 14 2003 1 1296 C- GD 66,000 19-MAR-18 47,000
LC05-058.14-01-01.108 1 R10 108 KURT DR 1 14 2002 1 1080 C- GD 60,000 13-MAR-18 48,000
LC05-058.14-01-01.414 1 R10 414 MOORE PL 1 14 2005 1 1728 C- GD 95,500 13-MAR-18 89,900
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CITY COUNCIL - FY 17/18 Page 1 of 3
CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND
JULY 1, 2017 - MAY 2, 2018
110-1200-512.30-37
Current Balance - $17,884.48
COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND - $2,500 FOR EACH COUNCIL MEMBER PER
DISTRICT AND $5,000 FOR THE AT-LARGE COUNCIL MEMBER. THE PURPOSE OF THE
BUDGETED AMOUNT $25,000.00
FUND IS TO ALLOW MEMBERS TO CONTRIBUTE FUNDS TO A SMALL PROJECT OR
COMMUNITY NEEDS IN EACH DISTRICT.
TOTAL $25,000.00
COUNCIL P.O. #/ TOTAL YEAR TO
DATE SPONSOR VENDOR DESCRIPTION INVOICE # CHARGES DATE BALANCE
07/12/17 Anderson Inner City Cultural Councilman Anderson authorized the use of Email dated $600.00 $600.00 $24,400.00
League, Inc. $600.00 of his community enhancement funds 07/11/17 from
to fund 50% of the membership dues for 5 David
needy students to participate in the Sankofa Anderson to
African Drum and Dance Troupe. City Clerk's
Office
07/16/17 Anderson MLK Jr. Educational Councilman Anderson authorized the use of Email dated $500.00 $1,100.00 $23,900.00
Community Center, $500.00 of his community enhancement funds 07/16/17 from
Inc. to help pay for breakfast and lunch for the David
Saturday Academy participants. Anderson to
City Clerk's
Office
07/26/17 Slavin Central Delaware Councilman Slavin authorized the use of Email dated $670.56 $1,770.56 $23,229.44
Habitat for Humanity $670.56 to purchase incidental equipment and 07/26/17 from
play apparatus for the Habitat for Humanity's Tim Slavin to
pop up parks/play streets program. It was noted Traci
that the games would be usable for future McDowell
07/31/17 Hare Air Force Ball events too. Hare authorized the use of $500.00 Dover Downs
Councilman $500.00 $2,270.56 $22,729.44
Committee for the deposit to reserve the Dover Downs Banquet Event
ballroom for 436 Squadron's Annual Air Force Order (BEO)
Ball. #24,727 dated
06/27/17
08/02/17 Cole Dover Library Councilman Cole authorized the use of his Sam's Club $397.50 $2,668.06 $22,331.94
Foundation community enhancement funds to reimburse receipt dated
the Dover Library Foundation for the purchase 08/15/17;
of bottled water for the Dover Comic Con 2017 Email dated
event. 08/02/17 from
Scott Cole to
Traci
McDowell
08/07/17 Neil 3d Airlift Squadron Councilman Neil authorized $100.00 of his Email dated $100.00 $2,768.06 $22,231.94
Booster Club community enhancement funds to be donated to 08/07/17 from
the 3d Airlift Squadron Booster Club for the Fred Neil to
Dover Air Force Base Open House. Traci
McDowell
08/14/17 Anderson Boys and Girls Club of Councilman Anderson authorized a donation of Emails dated $100.00 $2,868.06 $22,131.94
Delaware $100.00 of his community enhancement funds 08/08/17 and
to the Boys and Girls Club of Delaware, for the 08/14/17 from
Greater Dover Boys and Girls Club - 4th District David
children. Anderson to
Debbie
Krueger
08/14/17 Anderson City of Dover Parkland Councilman Anderson authorized a donation of Email dated $250.00 $3,118.06 $21,881.94
Reserve $250.00 of his community enhancement funds 08/14/17 from
for the Back to School Giveaway and Rib-Off David
Fundraiser Initiative (to be credited to the City's Anderson to
Parkland Reserve) Debbie
Krueger
08/23/17 Cole Dover High School Councilman Cole authorized $300.00 of his Email dated $300.00 $3,418.06 $21,581.94
AFJROTC Booster community enhancement funds to help pay for 08/23/17 from
Club storage units for the air rifles used by the Rifle Scott Cole to
Team. Traci
McDowell
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09/08/17 Polce City of Dover Clearing Councilman Polce authorized the allocation Email dated $250.00 $3,668.06 $21,331.94
Account - Rec of $250.00 of his community enhancement 09/08/17 from
Revenue funds for the Dover Park Revitalization Event Tanner Polce
on 09/09/17. to Donna
Mitchell
09/08/17 Lewis City of Dover Clearing Councilman Lewis authorized the allocation of Email dated $250.00 $3,918.06 $21,081.94
Account - Rec $250.00 of his community enhancement funds 09/08/17 from
Revenue for the Dover Park Revitalization Event on Tanner Polce
09/09/17 to Donna
Mitchell
09/11/17 Slavin City of Dover Clearing Councilman Slavin authorized the allocation Email dated $250.00 $4,168.06 $20,831.94
Account - Rec of $250.00 of his community enhancement 09/07/17 from
Revenue funds for the Dover Park Revitalization Event on Tim Slavin to
09/09/17 Roy Sudler
and Donna
09/07/17 Sudler City of Dover Clearing Councilman Sudler authorized the allocation Mitchell
Email dated $300.00 $4,468.06 $20,531.94
Account - Rec of $300.00 of his community enhancement 09/07/17 from
Revenue funds for the Dover Park Revitalization Event on Roy Sudler
09/09/17
09/19/17 Anderson Interdenominational Councilman Anderson authorized the Email dated $520.00 $4,988.06 $20,011.94
Ministerial Alliance of designation of $520.00 to the 09/19/17 from
Dover and Vicinity Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance of Dover David
(IMA) and Vicinity (IMA) for the Expungement Clinic on Anderson to
11/03/17. The funds are for Dover residents. City Clerk's
The cost is estimated to be $52 per person. Office
11/13/17 Anderson Interdenominational Councilman Anderson authorized the Email dated $380.00 $5,368.06 $19,631.94
Ministerial Alliance of designation of $380.00 for the Community, 11/11/2017
Dover and Vicinity Family, and Fellowship Dinner from David
(IMA) Anderson to
City Clerk's
Office
11/13/17 Slavin National Council on Councilman Slavin authorized the designation of Email dated $697.46 $6,065.52 $18,934.48
Agricultural Life and $697.46 for playstreets equipment. It was noted 07/26/17 from
Labor Research Fund, that the games would be usable for future Tim Slavin to
Inc. (NCALL) events too. (Note: $670.56 was previously paid Traci
to Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity for the McDowell and
purchase of these items based upon the email invoice
correspondence received; however, the items #20171031
were actually purchased and invoiced by
NCALL. Habitat is supposed to return the
$670.56 that they received in error.)
12/08/17 Neil White Oak/Town Point Councilman Neil authorized the designation of Email dated $50.00 $6,115.52 $18,884.48
Civic Association $50.00 to the White Oak/Town Point Civic 12/08/17 from
Association to help with Christmas donations for Fred Neil to
Dover families in need of assistance Traci
McDowell
01/23/18 Lewis Dover Fire Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of Letter from $500.00 $6,615.52 $18,384.48
Department/Robbins $500.00 of his community enhancement funds Dover Fire to
Hose Co. to Dover Fire Department for the purchase of Lewis dated
new equipment for the fire apparatus currently 01/18/18.
on order. Personally
delivered to
Clerk by Lewis
on 01/22/18.
04/18/18 Lewis Delaware Multicultural Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of Letter from $500.00 $7,115.52 $17,884.48
and Civic Organization $500.00 of his community enhancement funds DEMCO dated
(DEMCO, Inc.) to Delaware Multicultural and Civic Organization 04/12/18 and
(DEMCO, Inc.). They requested funding for a emails
Zeny Heat Press Machine Pro 6 in 1 in the between Brian
amount of $264.99 or Lego Mindstorms Lewis, Traci
Education EV3 Core Set in the amount of McDowell, and
$411.95 or RCA Voyager 7" 16GB Tablet Donna
Android 6.0 in the amount of $35.00. Mitchell.
$7,115.52 $17,884.48
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Budgeted District Council Sponsor YTD Expenditures Balance
Amount
$5,000.00 At-Large Slavin $1,618.02 $3,381.98
$2,500.00 1st District Lindell $0.00 $2,500.00
$2,500.00 1st District Polce $250.00 $2,250.00
$2,500.00 2nd District Hare $500.00 $2,000.00
$2,500.00 2nd District Lewis $1,250.00 $1,250.00
$2,500.00 3rd District Cole $697.50 $1,802.50
$2,500.00 3rd District Neil $150.00 $2,350.00
$2,500.00 4th District Anderson $2,350.00 $150.00
$2,500.00 4th District Sudler $300.00 $2,200.00
TOTAL $7,115.52 $17,884.48
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CITY MANAGER’S
MONTHLY
REPORT
MARCH 2018
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FY 2018 FY 2017
Major Program Updates Mar 2018 Mar 2017 Difference
Year-to-Date Year-to-Date
Number of Customers Served 23,680 23,549 131 207,565 207,618
Final Bills 620 609 11 5,479 6,575
Estimated Bills 209 169 40 1,968 1,929
Penalties Posted $ 9,700 $ 6,654 $ 3,046 $ 69,874 $ 61,922
Extensions of Credit - Amount Extended $ 120,415 $ 113,532 $ 6,883 $ 1,164,924 $ 1,099,832
Balance Transfers $ 10,256 $ (4,839) $ 15,095 $ 46,344 $ 1,877
Utility Collections $ 22,383 $ 15,846 $ 6,537 $ 259,054 $ 227,334
Miscellaneous Bill Payments $ 100,174 $ 305,524 $ (205,350) $ 1,403,451 $ 1,283,615
Taxes Levied $ 196,070 $ 278,698 $ (82,628) $ 196,070 $ 278,698
Tax Billing Adjustments $ (568) $ 26,077 $ (26,645) $ (568) $ 26,077
Total Taxes Collected $ 32,565 $ (70,430) $ 102,995 $ 32,565 $ (70,430)
Taxes Outstanding $ 162,937 $ 234,345 $ (71,409) $ 162,937 $ 234,345
Average Disconnects
112
92 87
69
61 58 58 60
53 48 50 47 51 45 46 43
38 36 33 32 36 39
25 21 24 23
Average Accounts Cut Per Day Average Accounts Available to Cut Per Day
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Payment Agreements / Extensions
800
700
600
500
400
300
200
100
0
Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar-
Jul-17
17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18
Series1 467 525 523 436 501 695 525 554 455 448 688 740 522
Work Orders Processed
2,500
2,000
1,500
1,000
500
0
MAR-17 APR-17 MAY-17 JUN-17 JUL-17 AUG-17 SEP-17 OCT-17 NOV-17 DEC-17 JAN-18 FEB-18 MAR-18
Mar- Apr- May- Jun- Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- Mar-
Jul-17
17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18
Series1 1,665 1,325 1,515 1,996 1,955 2,132 1,811 1,820 1,664 1,439 1,730 1,567 1,676
CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE
80,000
60,000
40,000
20,000
0
Drive-Thru Over the Mail, Drop
Credit Cards Bank Drafts
Window Counter Box
2018 YTD 17,898 38,608 147,329 1,831 16,674
2017 YTD 21,583 40,025 141,105 1,639 17,181
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ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
Electric Divisions
System Peak Total System Load Number of New
Month outages customers
July 16 80,114 Services
July 16 165.92
Aug 16 83,086 June 16 14 601 June 16 53
Aug 16 162.61
Sept 16 67,117 July 16 9 307 July 16 13
Sept 16 159.99
Aug 16 9 214 Aug 16 13
Oct 16 116.94 Oct 16 57,707
Sept 16 7 915 Sept 16 35
Nov 16 98.27 Nov 16 54,812
Oct 16 8 224 Oct 16 27
Dec 16 101.04 Dec 16 60,179
Nov 16 6 4293 Nov 16 41
Jan 17 113.04 Jan 17 63,172
Dec 16 5 207 Dec 16 37
Feb 17 106.4 Feb 17 54,811 Jan 17 3 12 Jan 17 40
Mar 17 60,690 Feb 17 1 2 Feb 17 31
Mar 17 108.2
Mar 17 4 160 Mar 17 15
Apr 17 107.03 Apr 17 54,062
Apr 17 4 114 Apr 17 58
May 17 133.93 May 17 57,823 May 17 5 148 May 17 58
June 17 155.81 June 17 70,081 June 17 7 3084 June 17 25
July 17 79,883 July 17 19 2556 July 17 90
July 17 162.88
Aug 17 8 1466 Aug 17 24
Aug 17 157.18 Aug 17 74,534
Sept 17 2 1094 Sept 17 31
Sept 17 137.01 Sept 17 64,235 Oct 17 5 2311 Oct 17 83
Oct 17 129.11 Oct 17 59,890 Nov 17 7 176 Nov 17 41
Nov 17 56,552 Dec 17 2 261 Dec 17 25
Nov 17 98.13 Jan 18 4 263 Jan 18 17
Dec 17 108.57 Dec 17 62,992 Feb 18 1 32 Feb 18 89
Jan 18 116.70 Jan 18 67,204 Mar 18 29 3635 Mar 18 52
Feb 18 106.55 Feb 18 55,759
Mar 18 101.78 Mar 18 61,286
Electric Monthly Outage Report
The annual outage goal will be less than 295 minutes per customer, which is a Delaware Standard. This will be
measured by calculating the System Average Interruption Duration Index.
FY 18 YTD FY 17 FY 16
156 34.09 25.84
Uncontrollable & Controllable Outages Average Response Time
Annual goal is less than 40 Goal is less than 30 minutes
Month Year-to-date Month Year-to-date
30 50 34 Minutes 32.97 Minutes
PROGRAM UPDATES MAR 18 MAR 17 FY18 YTD
Tree Trimming 122 264 2993
Number of Oil Releases 0 0 3
Lost Time Accidents – All Electric Utility Divisions 0 0 1
New Services 52 15 452
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HUMAN RESOURCES
March 2018
March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March Total
Category 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18
Caucasian* 293 290 289 291 292 290 291 288 285 285 288 290 293 n/a
Minorities* 72 73 73 74 79 76 77 74 75 75 76 77 77 n/a
Hired 5 1 3 3 9 1 8 1 1 3 5 3 5 48
Terminated/Resigned/ 7 3 4 3 3 6 6 6 3 3 1 0 5 50
Retired/Other
Transferred/Promoted 1 1 1 0 3 1 1 3 1 4 6 0 4 26
Jobs Posted 7 5 2 1 7 1 2 4 3 2 6 3 3 46
Workers Comp. Injuries 2 2 4 3 1 0 6 3 2 3 3 3 4 36
Workers Comp. Hours 397 275 648 475 417 396 173 202 227 352 106 75 199 3942
*343 Full-time Employees: Part-time Employees: 27 (4 Pitts Center, 1 Recreation, 16 Library, 1 Customer Service, 5 Police Department)
-Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee or council members.
Position Hired: (2) Motor Equipment Operators, Sanitation; Motor Equipment Operator II, Grounds; Substation Technician, Electric; Service Center Clerk,
Pitts Center
Position Transferred/Promoted: Accountant II to Budget Analyst; Lead Laborer Street to Crew Leader Streets; Utility Maintenance Mechanic I to Utility
Maintenance Mechanic II; Motor Equipment Operator I to Motor Equipment Operator II, (Water/wastewater)
Position Terminated/Resigned/Retired: (1) Communication Operator; (3) Cadets; Linecrew Superintendent
Positions Posted: Parks and Recreation Director, Accountant II, Crew Leader Sanitation (In-House)
Recruitment Information (March)
Position Total Female Male Unknown Black White Hispanic Asian/Pacific American Two Or Unknown In Out
Islander Indian/Alaskan More Dover Dover
Native
Parks and Recreation 13 3 4 6 1 5 - - 1 - 6 3 10
Director
Library Assistant 2 2 - - - 2 - - - - - 2 -
(full-time)
Crew Leader-Sanitation 1 - 1 - - - - - 1 - - - 1
(In-House)
Open or Currently Recruiting*
Open or Currently March April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March
Recruiting by Dept. 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 17 18 18 18
Electric 4 4 4 5 7 7 8 8 9 7 7 7 7
Public Works 6 6 6 7 8 11 13 13 12 14 11 9 7
Police 7.5 9.5 9 8 6.5 6.5 .5 3.5 3.5 3.5 4.5 4.5 4
All Other Departments 12 10 9.5 9 7.5 7.5 8 10.5 11.5 9.5 8 6.5 6. 5
Totals 29.5 29.5 28.5 29 29 32 29.5 35 36 34 30.5 27 24.5
*Not used for Budgeting Purposes
The following has been updated to reflect the Fiscal 2017-18 Budget
Electric: Lineman 1st Class, Lineman 2nd class, Electric Director, (1) Substation Technician, Groundworker, Electric Meter Technician Crew Leader, Linecrew
Superintendent
Public Works: Motor Equipment Operator I (Water/wastewater); Civil Engineer, (1) Motor Equipment Operator I (Sanitation), Crew Leader (Sanitation);
Lead Laborer, Mechanic II; Motor Equipment Operator II (Streets)
Police: (4) Cadet; (1) Police Officers; (1) Communication Operators
All Other Departments: Assistant Controller/Treasurer; Billing Supervisor (Customer Service); (1) Customer Service Clerk I (part-time); Accountant II;
Administrative Assistant (City Clerk’s Office); Library Assistant, Librarian I (part-time), Library Clerk I (part-time)
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HUMAN RESOURCES
(Continued)
Turnover Statistics
2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Total Turnover % 5.57 6.75 11.00 10.91 6.02 12.05 8.68 15.36 1.36
Termination Turnover % 0.27 1.08 0.29 1.47 .57 .28 .54 1.92 -
Resignation Turnover % 2.12 4.05 5.21 5.01 2.29 7.56 6.24 7.41 1.09
Retirement Turnover % 3.18 1.62 5.50 4.42 3.15 4.20 1.90 4.39 .27
Other - - - - - - - 1.65 -
2012 Healthcare cost sharing implemented; 2013 Healthcare cost sharing implemented for DOE
2016 RIF in Economic Development
Average Employees
2010 2011 2012* 2013* 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Total Number of Employees 21 25 38 37 21 42 32 56 5
Separating from Service
Average Number of Full-time 362 356 333 325 331 333 340 337 339
Employees
Average Number of Part-time 16 15 12 14 18 24 28 28 28
Employees
* Healthcare cost sharing implemented
Workers Compensation Cost CY 2018
$1
$12
Department
$3
$3
$21
$2
$3
Total Cost (In thousands)
Total $45,000
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES
Service Requests Resolved
50 44
41
40 36
31 31 29
30 27 27 26
22 23 22 21
20
10
0
Mar-17 Apr-17 May-17 Jun-17 Jul-17 Aug-17 Sep-17 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18
Programming Requests Completed
40 34
29 28 29 29
30 24
22 23 21
20 19 20
20 17
10
0
Mar-17 Apr-17 May-17 Jun-17 Jul-17 Aug-17 Sep-17 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18
Page Views - City of Dover Web Page
30,000
25,000
Pages Viewed
20,000
27,338 25,417 25,344 26,767
23,724 22,895 24,034 23,269 22,554
15,000
20,417 19,913 19,305
10,000
17,293
5,000
0
Mar-17 Apr-17 May-17 Jun-17 Jul-17 Aug-17 Sep-17 Oct-17 Nov-17 Dec-17 Jan-18 Feb-18 Mar-18
Noteworty:
Continuing work on ERP Conversion
Preparing for ADP Upgrade
Started end user training for Munis
Second Pass of Chart of Accounts loaded into Munis
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March 2018
Monthly Report
Highlighted Special Events & Attendance:
Read-Across-America Read-a-Thon 87
Tuesday Talks - The Bell House of Dover 17
In Harmony....Concert Series - Alvin Pope 43
Celebrarte The Arts - ecarte dance theatre 40
Total Items Checed Out: 29,782 Programs: Offered Attended
E-books: 2,755
Adult 25 471
New Library Cards: 306 Teens 27 164
Children 41 610
Library Card Holders: 36,657 Job Center 24 155
Service Area
Population: 62,527
Library Visitors: 28,876
Meeting Rooms Usage: 1,106
Computer Users: 3,759
Wireless Users: 1,451
Items Loaned to/Received
from Other Libraries: 6,114
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Parks & Recreation March
Monthly Report
Parks & Recrea on Highlights
The Annual Easter Egg Hunt was hosted at Schu e Park for kids 10 and under. It didn’t take long for
approximately 300 children to find over 5,000 eggs! This FREE event is a crowd pleaser for our local
families.
Master Planning for Dover Park is progressing as city staff met with WRA staff to set up the pla orm for
Master Planning process. A kick off Open House will be held on May 16th at Dover Park; and a mul ‐day
charre e will be held on May 22, 23, 24. The charre e will be held at the Maranatha Church. Details are
being finalized for that now.
Women’s Indoor Field Hockey League concluded play with the regular season champions being the
Envirocorp/Delaware Heart & Vascular team and the playoff champions were East Coast Motor Cars
(ECMC). The final playoff game between between Envirocorp/DHV and ECMC was an exci ng one with
four (4) over me session to finally crown a winner.
Schu e Park Master Plan implementa on con nues. An RFP is being adver sed now for field
regrading. A er this has been completed, the exis ng Loop Trail will be con nued in the Park. An Urban
Forestry grant has been received to fund the plan ng of addi onal trees.
Playground equipment for the Hamlet Park is being ordered.
The con nuing winter weather has delayed the installa on of benches at Con nental Park.
Signage and benches will be installed in the late spring at Millcreek Park.
Bicycle/Pedestrian Subcommi ee - The Subcommi ee met on March 6. Chanda Jackson of NCALL shared the Open
Streets programming ini a ves. Bicycle Rodeo’s are taking place at each Open Streets event scheduled. John Fiori,
State Bicycle Coordinator, welcomed members to volunteer with the rodeo. Century Engineering (CE) presented the
current plan of the Senator Bikeway. Upon review, the members suggested moving the course from Fulton Street to
Cecil Street to be er serve the cyclists and pedestrians. CE along with DelDOT Planning staff will present the Senator
Bikeway on April 24 to the Council Commi ee as a Whole. Members also discussed the Dover Duathlon, the Dover
Treasure Hunt and May’s Bike Month Events, such as the Ride of Silence, Bike to Work Day and State Legislator Ride.
Personnel and Training Updates ‐ No training reported.
March Enrollment Summary
Category FY18 FY17
General Recrea on 217 258
Sports 108 17
Trips 38 49
Leagues 500 461
Camps 0 0
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Recreation Revenue Breakdown
Revenue Breakdown
March 2018 March 2017
General Recrea on $803.00 General Recrea on $3,474.00
Sports $605.00 Sports $20.00
Trips $382.00 Trips $382.00
Leagues $10,102.00 Leagues $14,976.00
Building & Field Rentals $150.00 Building & Field Rentals $200.00
Camps $65.00 Camps $170.00
Youth Connec ons/CSW $1,270.20 Youth Connec ons/CSW $3,256.50
Returning in May!
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John W. Pitts Recreation Center – March 2018
Total Program Attendance Facility Usage By The Hour
Facility Usage By The Hour March 2018 FYTD 18 March 2017 FYTD 17
Open Gym 439.5 3,158.5 438 3,062.5
Fitness Classes 8 174 42.5 290.5
Leagues 41.5 1,117 58 1,086
Camps 0 932 0 1,011.5
Sports Classes 47 104 12 145.5
Meetings & Rentals 12 224.5 33.5 145.5
Enrichment Classes 3 12 0 5.5
Total Facility Usage Hours 551 5,722 584 5,747
** Program Attendance figures includes daily participants, parents and spectators in the facility.
Program Attendance** March 2018 FYTD 18 March 2017 FYTD 17
Total 2,341 54,327 2,508 51,463
Open Gym 449 2,732 489 3,261
Fitness Classes 24 629 209 1,166
Leagues 1,197 44,967 1,295 42,087
Camps 0 1,043 0 1,310
Sports Classes 592 1,652 215 2,247
Meetings & Rentals 71 3,153 300 1,364
Enrichment Classes 8 151 0 28
Since our opening in late April 2008, we have had 557,909 guests at the John W. Pitts Recreation Center.
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PUBLIC WORKS
Construction Inspection
Subdivisions Site Development
The following required inspection services The following required inspection services
Seskinore Court The Grande, Building 4
Chestnut Grove Chesapeake Utilities Dover Campus
Clearview Meadows Eden Hill Medical Center
Eden Hill Reed Street Apartments
Nottingham Meadows Leander Lakes
Patriot Village Eden Hill Commercial Center
Tall Pines Islamic Society of Central Delaware
Blue Hen Apartments
Enterprise Business Park
Dover Christian Church
Modern Maturity Center
Longhorn Steak House
Sanitation
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MARCH 18 FYTD 18 MARCH 17 FYTD 17
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 209 1,816 191 1,568
Total Tonnage to DSWA 1,054 9,573 973 8,671
90-Gallon Containers Delivered 50 534 120 629
300-Gallon Containers Delivered 0 0 0 0
Total Man Hours-containers Delivered 30 202 52 272
CURBSIDE RECYCLING STATS TOTAL # OF TOTAL # OF
HOUSEHOLDS ACCOUNTS WEIGHT/LBS. AVE. LBS.
COLLECTED
MARCH 2018 21,308 9,612 260,660 12.23
Streets MARCH 18 FYTD 18 MARCH 17 FYTD 17
Signed Installed 5 85 164 317
Signs Repaired 19 84 12 107
Curbs Painted Yellow (feet) 0 1,118 27 3,323
New Post Installed 4 49 51 127
Storm Catch Basins Repaired 7 24 1 10
Storm Catch Basin Repairing (Hrs.) 17 121 7 21
Storm Catch Basins Cleaned 6 51 25 67
Storm Catch Basins Cleaning (Hrs.) 9 47 38 2,286
Hot Mix Patching (Tons) 5 19 0 2
Hot Mix Patching (Hrs.) 0 20 0 0
Cold Mix Patching Hrs.) 25 105 13 98
Concrete Work (Hrs) 5 171 10 62
Concrete Patching (Cubic Yards) 0 25 0 6
Ditch Work (Hrs). 0 2 10 12
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs) 0 57 41 86
Street Sweeping (Miles) 1,402 9,516 1,677 11,508
Street Sweeping (Cubic Yards) 91 768 118 958
Leaves Collected (Cubic Yards) 0 11,244 17 12,040
Leaf Collection (Miles) 0 5,934 30 7,635
GROUNDS
Work Orders
Arborist Crew MARCH 2018 MARCH 2017
Trees Trimmed 53 132
Trees Removed 16 25
Stumps Removed 0 7
Trees Planted 0 0
Root Pruning 0 1
Beautification Crew
Cleaned and organized greenhouse
Completed Flower order
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Received plugs from growers and transplanted to pots.
Mowing Crew
General cleanup for upcoming mowing season along mowing route.
Assist arborist crew with trimming alleys.
Assist arborist crew with down trees from storms
Litter Removal
Litter is being picked up on City properties as per the weekly schedule
Litter person has been diligent in the reporting of destruction in City parks
Miscellaneous
Continued trimming alleys
Clean up storm damage from storm. (High winds)
Assisted Sanitation Department with driving bulk truck with storm clean up
Started prepping ball fields and put out bases.
Painted soccer fields
Painted lacrosse fields.
Snow Storm 3-21-18 Clean-up 2 days
GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEMS (GIS)
Parks and Recreation Created Aerial Golf Maps, etc . for Youth Government Day on March 28.
(Event subsequently cancelled)
Planning & Inspections Created 2 feature classes, web application and Collector application
for the Fire Marshal's Office.
Planning & Inspections Created a Firefly Operational View App for the Fire Marshal's Office.
Planning & Inspections Created an 8.5"x11" map of two properties on N New St for a planning application.
Public Works Train Grounds Field Supervisor with Stump Tracking application.
Public Works Created maps showing City Parcels that needed No Smoking Signs or to be added to the
Grass Maintenance Areas. Printed 8.5"x11" copies.
Public Works Updating and adjusting the Water System GIS layers. 2 Hours every day of the week.
Public Works ArcGIS 10.5.1 Upgrade Preparation.
Public Works ArcGIS 10.5.1 Upgrade
Public Works Upgrade desktop users to ArcGIS 10.5.1.
Public Works Created a new feature class and collector app for Non-ADA compliant sidewalk and
curb cut inventory.
Public Works Queried and created spreadsheets of all City roads by Trash Zone and Neighborhood.
Public Works Updated the Parcels, Rentals, and Active AHIs layers for the month.
Public Works Created an 8.5"x11" CAF Map of the Rojan Meadows sanitary sewer transference.
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Public Works Created an 8.5"x11" map of the parking areas in downtown Dover.
Public Works Created four 8.5"x11" maps of the areas specified in the Open Space Ordinance.
Public Works Created flushing maps for the first five days of Spring Flushing 2018.
FLEET AND FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Fleet Maintenance
PM Work Orders Completed: 26 Number of Tire Repairs: 11 Number of Road Repairs: 4
Other Work Orders: 43 Repair Hours: 135 Road Repair Hours: 5
Total Work Orders: 69 Fabrication Hours: 15 Misc. Hours: 98.5
PM Hours: 64
# Of Scheduled PM’s: 39
# Of Scheduled PM’s: Completed: 16
Major Program Updates
March March
MEASURE 2018 2017 DIFFERENCE
Fleet Maintenance -
Scheduled Preventative
16 out of 39 13 out of 39
Maintenance appointments -+7.70%
41.03 % 33.33 %
being kept (Quantity and
Percentage)
Facilities Maintenance
Facilities - Routine work orders
23 out of 23 42 out of 42
completed within 5 days 0%
100% 100 %
(Quantity and Percentage)
Facilities - Emergency work
orders completed within 2 1 out of 1 3 out of 3
0%
days (Quantity and 100 % 100 %
Percentage)
Water/Wastewater Divisions
March 17 Feb 17 April 17 May 17 June 17 July 17 Aug 17
Total Water Prod. 153,874,000 126,731,000 142,087,000 171,797,000 183,692,000 195,693,000 183,352,000
Billed Consumpt. 120,373,000 150,473,000 127,958,000 127,958,009 161,418,000 179,460,000 169,521,000
Total Flow to County 120,431,000 115,346,000 123,927,000 170,213,000 136,745,000 125,926,000 178,219,000
134,835,733 148,506,989 135,076,400 168,499,897 141,349,551 138,366,768 167,858,838
City Readings
Sep 17 Oct 17 Nov 17 Dec 17 Jan 18 Feb 18 March 18
Total Water Prod. 172,501,000 172,453,000 134,533,000 140,498,000 150,207,000 135,361.000 146,460,000
Billed Consumpt. 169,521,000 159,271,000 136,701,000 132,513,000 127,083,000 134,942,000 123,994,000
Total Flow to County 139,090,000 153,736,000 120,538,000 109,877,000 137,422,000 123,368,000 157,050,000
City Readings 144,462,028 168,885,523 123,758,466 121,387,764 143,955,874 132,879,690 143,858,810
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ENGINEERING SUMMARY
Major Program Updates MARCH 18 MARCH 17 DIFF FY18 YTD FY17 YTD
State and Federal Violations 0 0 0 0 0
Water Quality Complaints 3 2 +1 70 77
Plan Review Completed Within
30 days of Submission 8 7 +1 79 55
OPERATIONAL SUMMARY
Task MARCH 18 MARCH 17 CURRENT FY
Water Production - Daily Average 4,724,516 4,963,677 1,614,754,000
Average Field Response Time (goal is <30 minutes) 19 16 18
Water Mains Repaired 1 2 8
Water Service Lines Repaired 2 2 14
Wastewater Mains Repaired 0 0 2
Wastewater Service Lines Repaired 1 2 6
Sewer Lines Flushed - linear feet 34,010 31,338 307,818
Sewer Mains Videoed -linear feet 155 998 7,274
Sewer Manholes Cleaned 229 134 1,161
Total Fire Hydrants in Service 1,839 1,839 1,839
Total Water Meters in City Distribution System 14,766 14,577 14,766
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City Planner’s Monthly Report
Department of Planning & Inspections
MARCH 2018
Planning & Inspections Highlights
Some Items to Call to Your Attention
Activity Remains at High Levels through the First Quarter of 2018
Construction activity in 2018 in the residential and commercial sectors remains strong. This
activity has lead to increased volumes of Plumbing and Mechanical Permits and Inspections.
New residential construction continues with one-family units and multi-family projects; 16
Building Permits for new houses were issued in March and work continues at three apartment
complexes. Year-to-date 243 Permits/Certificates of Occupancy have been issued, compared to
234 in 2017 and 225 in 2016 for the same period. Meanwhile, 16 new Vacant Buildings were
registered and 5 properties are in various stages of being demolished.
Commercial construction is changing the City’s landscape as new uses from a coffee shop to a
rehabilitation hospital. Key projects underway (permitting, construction or occupancy) through
the first quarter of 2018 include:
• House of Coffi—Loockerman Plaza
• Kirkland's—North Dover Shopping Center
• Renovations to WAWA on Forrest Avenue
• Protective Properties/Advantech New Office/Manufacturing Building —Garrison Oak Technical Park
• Foot Action—Dover Mall
• Pandora—Dover Mall
• Chesapeake Utilities Complex— Energy Lane, east of Bay Road (Pending occupancy)
• DSU Residence Hall on Campus (Phase 1 Utility work complete; Phase 2 work to start soon)
• MOD Pizza: Tenant Fit-out at 1037 N Dupont Highway/North Dover Shopping Center
• Home Goods: Tenant Fit-out at 1380 N Dupont Highway (former HH Gregg)
• Target Renovations (Permit review)
• KFC Renovations (Permit review)
• Longhorn Steakhouse Restaurant (Opening May 1)
• NovaCare Rehabilitation—Greentree Shopping Center
• Cardiology Suite at Bayhealth Renovations (underway)
• Post Acute Medical Center— 1240 McKee Road (began construction)
Not all the news is good. We recently learned that PPG Industries (Cheswold) is closing next
year and Dover Acme will close in early June. As always we will diligently work with County
and State interests in retaining existing businesses, recruiting new businesses and marketing
the City.
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PROGRESS IN PICTURES
1033 N. DuPont Highway
128 Greentree Drive
1365 N. DuPont Highway (Dover Mall)
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606 Swallowtail Way—Clearview Meadows
611 Swallowtail Way—Clearview Meadows
365 Bluecoat Street—Clearview Meadows
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Planning & Inspection Revenues
FY ' 18 Actual
Revenue Stream FY '18 Budget (YTD) March % of Budget
Business License $1,467,000 $ 1,462,201 99%
Trailer License $19,000 $ 17,601 93%
Building Permits $800,000 $ 621,601 78%
Cert. of Occupancy $13,000 $ 18,990 146%
Public Occupancy $23,000 $ 22,213 97%
Lodging House $14,000 $ 12,746 91%
Plumbing/Heating/Air $115,000 $ 146,995 128%
Rental Inspection Fee $437,000 $ 377,105 86%
Miscellaneous $27,000 $ 10,069 37%
Fire Protection Fees $65,000 $ 67,448 104%
Code Enforcement
Fines $35,000 $ 22,675 65%
Vacant Building Reg. $250,000 $ 161,950 65%
Total P&I Revenue $3,265,000 $ 2,941,594 90%
31-Mar-18
PERSONNEL AND TRAINING
• Dawn Melson-Williams (Principal Planner) and Julian Swierczek (Planner I) attended a
DNREC training workshop on March 13, 2018 on the Delaware Flood Planning Tool web-
site. This training focused on how to use the Flood Planning Tool website for enforcing their
FEMA and/or local floodplain ordinances, understanding their communities flood risk, and
for overall floodplain management purposes. www.de.gov/floodplanning
PLANNING OFFICE
The Planning Office is part of the review process for certain types of construction activity
permits (Building Permits, Sign Permits, etc.) and Certificate of Occupancy permits. For
March 2018, Planning Staff was involved with review of 63 Permits and 19 Certificates of
Occupancy permits. This results in a 2018 calendar year-to-date total of 243 Permits and
Certificates of Occupancy (2017 calendar year-to-date total of 234 Permits and COs com-
pared to 225 for 2016). Staff also reviews new applications for Business Licenses and Rental
Dwelling Permits.
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION
Planning Staff continues to focus on the various implementation items identified in the 2008
Comprehensive Plan as amended.
• The Planning Office continues to be involved in the Restoring Central Dover Community
Plan implementation
• Planning Staff continues work on reviewing Dover’s Downtown Development District
program management.
2019 Comprehensive Plan
The Planning Office has begun the preparation discussion regarding the planning and re-
search necessary for the update of the 2008 Comprehensive Plan. In March, the 2008 Com-
prehensive Plan was submitted to the PLUS (Preliminary Land Use Services) process for a
Pre-Update review. This is an opportunity for the various State agencies to provide recom-
mendations and information to assist the City in the development of the new comprehensive
plan; comments are expected in April. Planning Staff also met with DelDOT staff in the Re-
gional Systems Planning section to discuss transportation issues and information needs.
Construction Activity
• Construction activities continue at several multi-family residential projects including Le-
ander Lakes Apartments (S-12-18), Phase 2 of the Blue Hen Apartment Complex (S-
15-12), and the reconstruction of Liberty Court Apartments (S-16-22).
• There is residential construction activity continues with permit issued this month in
Clearview Meadows PND and Village of Westover. There were also residential permits
issued for new houses on infill lots on Saxondale Lane, North Governors Avenue and
Cherry Street.
• Certificates of Occupancy were issued to ten (10) one-family detached dwelling units and
three (3) townhouse units.
• Certificates of Occupancy were issued for the completion of the renovations to several
spaces in Greentree Shopping Center for tenant fit-outs. A Temporary Certificate of Occu-
pancy was issued for The House of Coffi (C-17-05).
MARCH (2018) FY18 TOTAL FOR FY18
New Home Permits Issued 16 125
Value of Commercial Projects $509,247.00 $28,702,493.00
Downtown Incentives (Fees $2,585.10 $14,611.60
Waived)
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BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTIVITY
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission met on March 19, 2018. The next Planning Commission
meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2018.
• S-17-12 Capital Station Dover at 50 North DuPont Highway: Architecture Review –
The Planning Commission granted approval of the Architecture for Building 4 associ-
ated with the commercial development to be known as Capital Station, at the north-
west corner of North DuPont Highway and Division Street and also adjacent to Ma-
ple Parkway. The Planning Commission granted conditional approval on June 19,
2017 to the Site Development Plan S-17-12 for the development consisting of a
24,197 S.F. retail and restaurant multi-tenant building, a 6,625 S.F. retail and restau-
rant multi-tenant building, a 6,100 S.F. retail or restaurant building, a 6,080 S.F. res-
taurant building, and a 21,998 S.F. grocery store. Related site improvements include
demolition of the former Playtex factory and provision of parking, landscaping, and
pedestrian and bicycle facilities for the shopping center.
• MI-18-02 Text Amendments: Manufactured Housing and Land Lease Communities
(Dover Code of Ordinances, Chapter 66 and Zoning Ordinance, Article 3, Section 8
and Article 12) - The Planning Commission moved to table the proposed Text
Amendment application in order to meet with the interested parties and the City So-
licitor to ensure that the proposed Ordinance complies with the State Law and it’s not
over-reaching.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment did not meet on March 21, 2018. The meeting was cancelled
due to the pending inclement weather. The next regular scheduled meeting of the Board
of Adjustment is scheduled for April 18, 2018; agenda items originally scheduled for the
March meeting will be heard in April.
Historic District Commission
The Historic District Commission did not meet on March 15, 2018 as there were no ap-
plications. The next Historic District Commission meeting is scheduled for April 19,
2018.
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
CDBG FY17 Projects
Homeownership Assistance Program
CDBG funds will be used to provide homeownership assistance to first-time homebuyers
who purchase affordable housing in the City of Dover. Five (5) families have purchased
affordable housing in the City of Dover. This project is complete.
Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing
CDBG funds will be used to provide operation costs for the shelter. This project is un-
derway. Dover Interfaith Mission has partnered with the property owner of 2-4 Forest
Street to acquire affordable housing for homeless men.
Connections Community Support Program
CDBG funds will be used to provide rapid re-housing/rental assistance services for
homeless households within the City. Two (2) families has been provided rental assis-
tance for affordable housing and one (1) motel voucher has been issued for emergency
housing for one family.
Milford Housing Homeowner Rehabilitation/Emergency Home Repair Programs
CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate existing owner occupied housing in the City that
is in violation of the City’s Housing Code and complete emergency home repairs to elim-
inate housing conditions that threaten the health and safety of low income homeowners.
Five (5) families have received emergency home repairs, and bids have been advertised
for one (1) single family home to be fully renovated.
Habitat for Humanity
CDBG funds will be used to complete exterior renovations to existing owner-occupied
homes in the Restoring Central Dover Revitalization area. This project is underway.
NSP Program
The City provided $59,000 in NSP grant funds to Diamond State Community Land Trust
to assist in acquiring a vacant or foreclosed property in the City of Dover. This property
has been fully renovated and will be sold to a low to moderate income family. This prop-
erty is a townhouse located in the Village of Westover. This property is scheduled to go
to settlement on May 30, 2018.
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Code Enforcement Activity—MARCH
Case Type # cases current # cases % staff initiated % staff initiated
month YTD (July current month YTD
to Decem-
ber)
No valid Rental Permit 4 25 75% 70%
No valid Building Permit 8 60 90% 88%
Tall grass and weeds 0 190 0% 75%
Unregistered vehicle 20 97 50% 68%
Abandoned vehicle 8 34 33% 60%
Annual Housing Inspection 49 242 89% 84%
Property Maintenance – 57 262 42% 55%
Exterior
Electric Termination 15 85 100% 95%
Dover Code of Ordinances 64 278 28% 50%
Zoning 1 21 100% 75%
Total Cases Opened 226 1294
Total # of Inspections For 257
Month
125 Rodney Road—Condemned Structure
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Dangerous Buildings, Vacant Buildings & Demolitions
954 Lincoln Street—The property was condemned and taken forward to City Council as a
dangerous building on November 7, 2016. Council ordered the owner to demolish the
structure by December 7, 2016. The asbestos survey and abatement have been completed.
The mortgage company has requested time to make renovations. No repairs have been
made as of December. A renovation permit has been approved and a start date of April
30, 2018 has been giving by the contractor.
1175 Horsepond Road—The property was condemned on November 14, 2016 due to the
dilapidated condition of the home. Notice was sent to the owner to repair or demolish the
structure by February 23, 2017, or City Staff would take the property forward to City
Council as a dangerous building. Property was presented to City Council on March 6,
2017; Council declared the property dangerous and ordered the owner to demolish by
April 7, 2017. The owner is working to have the building demolished.
803 Westview Terrace—The in-ground swimming pool has been condemned. Notice has
been sent to all lien holders regarding the code violations to the in-ground swimming
pool. Staff took this property to City Council on August 7, 2017 as a dangerous building
and Council ordered the Owner to demolish the pool by September 7, 2017, or City Staff
would have the pool demolished. The property was sold and the new owner has occupied
the structure and applied for a demolition permit for the pool.
2292 White Oak Road—The dwelling was condemned as unfit for human occupancy and
notice was sent to the owner to repair or demolish the structure. City Staff took this prop-
erty to City Council on August 7, 2017 as a dangerous building and Council ordered the
Owner to demolish the house by September 7, 2017, or City Staff would have the struc-
ture demolished. Notice has been sent to the lien holders to remove all items from the
property that they wish too keep. The demolition contract has been awarded to split Rock
Materials and the demolition will begin in the 2nd week of April.
526 Fulton Street—The dwelling is condemned and a lien search has been requested. At
the council meeting on January 2, 2018, City Council approved staff’s recommendation
for demolition of the structure. Notice was sent to all lien holders to make repairs to the
dwelling by February 2, 2018, or the City Staff would have the structure demolished.
113 Davis Circle— The dwelling is condemned and a lien search has been requested. At
the council meeting on January 2, 2018, City Council approved staff’s recommendation
for the demolition of the structure. Notice was sent to all lien holders to make repairs to
the dwelling by February 2, 2018, or City Staff would have the structure demolished.
Vacant Buildings—During the month of March, Sixteen (16) additional buildings were
registered as vacant, and $11,550.00 in vacant building registration fees were collected.
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Building Inspections & Licensing Summary
July 2017– July 2016—
Current March 2018 March 2017 March 2017
PERMITTING AND LICENSING
Permits Issued MAR (2018) MAR (2017)
FY 18 FYTD 18 FY17 FYTD 17
Administrative Permit 4 26 4 46
Building Addition/Renovation Permits 26 228 44 278
Building Permits
23 213 38 245
Demolition Permits
0 22 1 24
Fence Permits 15 84 12 67
Fire Prevention Permits 12 96 7 82
Mechanical Permits
54 474 30 351
Plumbing Permits
31 464 44 357
Sign Permits 8 106 12 135
Swimming Pool Permits
0 3 1 6
Subtotal 1716 1591
Business Licenses 40 2113 26 2160
Merchant Licenses
3 371 1 366
Contractor Licenses
24 1167 38 1242
Subtotal 3651 3768
Lodging House Licenses
4 6 17 62
Public Occupancy
28 156 45 420
Rental Dwelling 208 1228 219 3011
Subtotal 1390 3493
Manufactured Homes
2 365 10 394
BUILDING INSPECTIONS
Inspections MAR (2018) MAR (2017)
FY 18 FYTD 18 FY17 FYTD 17
Building (Inspections/CBI/Site Meetings)
400 4172 459 3596
Plumbing/Mechanical
431 5099 445 3947
Certificate of Occupancy 19 195 35 162
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Fire Marshal’s Office—At a Glance
The Fire Marshal’s Office investigated a total of
three (3) incidents during the month of March to
include a major fire loss at 136 Rustic Ln.
Staff attended training in regards to Sprinkler
System Plan Review and Emergency Medical Re-
sponder recertification.
We are continuing public office building inspec-
tions, reinspection's, and monthly daycares.
Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date
Annual Fire & Life Safety Inspections 27 184 230
Deficiencies From the Above Inspections 68 744 743
Fire Code Violations/Deficiencies/Complaints 18 238 297
C/O & Fire Equipment Acceptance Tests 9 107 116
Meetings & Walk Through 20 170 161
Fire Plan Review & DAC 15 142 113
Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date
Accidental 3 totaling $106,500 21 totaling $201,600 $569,503
Undetermined 0 4 totaling $2,542,500 $800,501
Incendiary 0 18 totaling $284,002 $121,600
Arrest Made with DPD 0 1 -
Investigation Time 4 hours 130 hours -
Injuries 0 1 -
Deaths 0 0 -
Please feel free to contact our office at any time with any questions or concerns. Thank you!
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PLEASE NOTE – THIS REPORT PROVIDES TOP LINE INFORMATION ON THE OPERATING
FUNDS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE FEEL FREE TO
CONTACT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
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CITY OF DOVER
ACTIVITY REPORTS
MARCH 2018
FINANCE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY17 YTD FY18 YTD
BANK TRENDS
Number of Deposits Made (Hand, ACH & Wire, Lockbox) 5,382 5,092
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 100,072,607 $99,146,198.97
Other Activity
Number of Pay Periods 20 20
Number of Payroll Checks & Direct Deposits Issued 8,033 7,748
Number of Pension Checks Issued 2,271 2,297
Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 3,932,557 $ 4,104,736
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Number of Check Vouchers 4,487 4,732
Number of EFT Vouchers 1,996 1,978
Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 51,314,776 $ 56,288,816
FY17 YTD Wages FY18 YTD Wages
$136,742
$193,645
$624,698
$150,229 $151,211 $630,119
$717,612 $642,564
$398,498 $456,265
$974,656
$951,048
$1,148,793 $1,018,195
$13,117,883 $12,904,374
Regular
Regular All ove r tim e
All over tim e Vacation
Vacation Sick
Sick Terminal Leave ‐ Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout
Terminal Leave ‐ Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout Personal
Personal
Comp Time
Other Comp Time
Other
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City of Dover
General Fund Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (March 2018)
Revenues
Budget Actual %
Property & Transfer Taxes $ 14,234,900 $ 14,498,654 102%
Program Revenues 10,834,900 8,193,475 76%
Utility Transfers 10,900,000 10,684,000 98%
Grants 605,000 299,836 50%
Interfund Services 5,376,200 3,974,817 74%
All Other* 980,000 611,565 62%
$ 42,931,000 $ 38,262,347 89%
*Includes: Franchise Fees, Miscellaneous Revenues, Garrison Farm Rent, Verizon Grant and Other Reserves
Expenditures
Budget Actual %
Program Expenditures $ 26,724,500 $ 18,441,726 69%
Interfund Services 9,553,300 6,749,707 71%
Debt Service 443,100 343,587 78%
Post Retirement Benefits 2,063,000 1,376,000 67%
Pension Fund Contributions 1,224,900 792,989 65%
Capital Project Transfers 1,368,700 1,026,350 75%
All Other* 1,483,500 808,826 55%
$ 42,861,000 $ 29,539,185 69%
*Includes: DDP Contribution, Misc. Grant Exp., Bank and CC Fees, Street Lights
Expense, Inventory write-offs, & Uncollectibles:
Trash and Other, Other Employment Exp.
General Fund Revenues
$16,000,000
$14,000,000
$12,000,000
$10,000,000
$8,000,000
$6,000,000
$4,000,000
$2,000,000
$‐
Property & Program Utility Transfers Grants Interfund All Other*
Transfer Taxes Revenues Services
Budget Actual
General Fund Expenditures
$30,000,000
$25,000,000
$20,000,000
$15,000,000
$10,000,000
$5,000,000
$‐
Budget Actual
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City of Dover
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (March 2018)
Revenues
Budget Actual %
Customer Sales $ 14,535,200 $ 10,579,401 73%
Impact Fees 440,000 1,578,173 359%
Rents 391,400 245,259 63%
Miscellaneous 72,400 55,075 76%
$ 15,439,000 $ 12,457,908 81%
Expenditures
Budget Actual %
Program Expenses $ 3,896,800 $ 2,671,803 69%
Kent County Treatment Fee 3,926,500 2,809,131 72%
Interfund Services 1,716,100 1,272,038 74%
Debt Service 1,137,400 798,004 70%
Post Retirement Benefits 249,700 181,665 73%
Capital Project Transfers 3,200,000 2,400,000 75%
General Fund Transfer 900,000 684,000 76%
All Other* 91,900 20,956 23%
$ 15,118,400 $ 10,837,597 72%
*Includes: Bank & CC Fees, Bond Issuance Cost, Other Employment Expenses
Water/Wastewater Revenues
$16,000,000
$14,000,000
$12,000,000
$10,000,000
$8,000,000
$6,000,000
$4,000,000
$2,000,000
$‐
Customer Sales Impact Fees Rents Miscellaneous
Budget Actual
Water/Wastewater Expenses
$4,500,000
$4,000,000
$3,500,000
$3,000,000
$2,500,000
$2,000,000
$1,500,000
$1,000,000
$500,000
$‐
Program Kent County Interfund Debt Service Post Capital Project General Fund All Other*
Expenses Treatment Fee Services Retirement Transfers Transfer
Benefits
Budget Actual
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City of Dover
Electric Fund Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (March 2018)
Revenues
Budget Actual %
Customer Sales $ 80,892,200 $ 63,128,466 78%
Distribution of Earnings (6,176,700) (4,843,890) 78%
All Other* 982,000 695,467 71%
$ 75,697,500 $ 58,980,043 78%
*Includes: Weyandt Hall Rents, Miscellaneous Revenue, Interest Earnings
Expenditures
Budget Actual %
Power Supply & Generation $ 49,075,100 $ 35,535,988 72%
Electric Operating Division Exp. 6,660,200 4,453,927 67%
Interfund Services 3,660,100 2,702,779 74%
Debt Service 1,605,500 1,211,214 75%
Post Retirement Benefits 1,820,300 1,363,500 75%
Pension Unfunded Liability 1,000,000 756,000 76%
Capital Project Transfers 5,000,000 3,750,000 75%
General Fund Transfer 10,000,000 10,000,000 100%
Rate Stabilization Reserve 5,200,000 - 0%
All Other* 2,162,400 1,596,378 74%
$ 86,183,600 $ 61,369,786 71%
*Includes: Bank & CC Fees, Utility Tax, Interest on Deposit, Legal Exp., Green Energy,
A/R Write-offs, Contractual Services, Other Employment Expenses
Megawatt Hours Sold & Purchased Budget Actual
Sales to Customers MWh (excl. Street Light MWh) 713,501 567,208
Sales per MWh $102.98 $101.09
Purchased/Generated MWh 763,129 587,757
All In MWh Supply & Generation $64.31 $60.44
Electric Fund ‐ Revenues
Millions
$(20) $(10) $‐ $10 $20 $30 $40 $50 $60 $70 $80 $90
Budget
Actual
Customer Sales Distribution of Earnings All Other*
Electric Fund ‐ Expenditures
$55,000,000
$50,000,000
$45,000,000
$40,000,000
$35,000,000
$30,000,000
$25,000,000
$20,000,000
$15,000,000
$10,000,000
$5,000,000
$‐ Power Electric Post Pension Capital General Rate
Interfund
Supply & Operating Debt Service Retirement Unfunded Project Fund Stabilization All Other*
Services
Generation Division Exp. Benefits Liability Transfers Transfer Reserve
Budget $49,075,10 6,660,200 3,660,100 1,605,500 1,820,300 1,000,000 5,000,000 10,000,000 5,200,000 2,162,400
Actual $35,535,98 4,453,927 2,702,779 1,211,214 1,363,500 756,000 3,750,000 10,000,000 ‐ 1,596,378
Budget Actual
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City of Dover
Division Expense Summary (General Fund)
Fiscal Year to Date (March 2018)
Budget Actual % General Fund Divisions % of Budget
City Clerk $ 436,700 $ 299,001 68%
Council 155,100 76,291 49% Mayor
Tax Assessor 238,500 173,264 73% Human Resources
Fire 774,900 565,097 73% Customer Services
Grounds 1,142,000 709,208 62%
Vehicle Maintenance
Library 1,708,300 1,249,815 73%
Procurement & Inventory
Recreation 764,200 536,626 70%
Life Safety 499,600 317,867 64% Engineering
Code Enforcement 449,700 299,085 67% Facilities Management
Planning 563,400 390,441 69% Pub. Services Administration
Public Inspections 721,000 416,597 58% Finance
Police 16,483,900 11,814,805 72%
Information Technology
Police Extra Duty 560,000 242,460 43%
City Manager
Streets 1,119,400 646,495 58%
Sanitation 2,563,900 1,608,395 63% Sanitation
City Manager 751,500 534,337 71% Streets
Information Technology 777,400 683,927 88% Police Extra Duty
Finance 1,038,900 752,803 72%
Police
Pub. Services Administration 718,300 518,922 72%
Public Inspections
Facilities Management 629,700 463,278 74%
Engineering 277,700 180,779 65% Planning
Procurement & Inventory 605,100 462,129 76% Code Enforcement
Vehicle Maintenance 838,200 600,413 72% Life Safety
Customer Services 1,169,500 733,947 63% Recreation
Human Resources 436,600 323,052 74%
Library
Mayor 119,300 59,618 50%
Grounds
$ 35,542,800 $ 24,658,652
Fire
Tax Assessor
Council
City Clerk
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100%
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City of Dover
Utilities Summary
Fiscal Year to Date (March 2018)
Water/Wastewater Divison Expenses
Budget Actual %
Engineering & Inspection $ 517,800 $ 308,470 60%
Water Department 635,700 380,980 60%
Water Treatment Plant 1,780,500 1,286,581 72%
Wastewater Department 962,800 695,772 72%
$ 3,896,800 $ 2,671,803
Electric Division Expenses
Budget Actual %
Transmission/Distribution $ 3,599,600 $ 2,545,060 71%
Electrical Engineering 1,226,400 758,866 62%
Administration 797,000 385,692 48%
Meter Reading 392,500 285,264 73%
Systems Operations 644,700 479,045 74%
$ 6,660,200 $ 4,453,927
Water/Wastewater Division % of Budget
Wastewater Department
Water Treatment Plant
Water Department
Engineering & Inspection
0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80%
Electric Division % of Budget
Systems Operations
Meter Reading
Administration
Electrical Engineering
Transmission/Distribution
0% 20% 40% 60% 80%
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City of Dover
Capital Outlay Summary (All Funds)
Fiscal Year to Date (March 2018)
General Fund Budget Actual %
Capital Outlay ‐ All Divisions
City Clerk $ - $ 156,188 0% 2,500,000
Fire 145,700 145,614 100%
Grounds Maintenance 62,500 - 0% 2,000,000
Recreation 271,000 18,097 7%
Police 379,900 275,698 73% 1,500,000
Sanitation - 39,994 0%
Streets 1,070,000 1,010,212 94% 1,000,000
Information Technology 36,600 54,079 148%
Facilities Management 25,100 - 0% 500,000
Transfer to Parkland Reserve - 29,723 0%
$ 1,990,800 $ 1,729,604 87% ‐
General Fund Capital Projects
Water/Wastewater Fund
Water $ 1,608,400 $ 284,715 18%
Wastewater 1,543,000 873,081 57%
Water Treatment Plant - 7,703 0%
Bu dget Act ual
Water/Wastewater Capital Projects $ 3,151,400 $ 1,165,498 37%
Electric Fund Capital Outlay ‐ By Fund
Electric Generation $ 2,328,000 $ 565,049 24% $8,000,000
Transmission/Distribution 1,725,500 811,143 47% $7,000,000
Electrical Engineering 1,315,000 477,367 36%
$6,000,000
Metering - 35,986 0%
$5,000,000
Electric Administration 8,500 - 0%
ERP System 1,500,000 838,731 56% $4,000,000
Electric Capital Projects $ 6,877,000 $ 2,728,278 40% $3,000,000
Total Capital Projects $ 12,019,200 $ 5,623,380 47% $2,000,000
$1,000,000
$‐
Budget Actual
Gen eral Fun d C api tal Pro je cts W ater/ Wa stew ater Ca pit al P roj ects El ect ric C api tal Pro je cts
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March 2018 Procurement & Inventory Report
Measure FY 2018 FY 2017 DIFFERENCE
Issue Effectiveness – How often the
FY 2018 (To date) FY 2017 (Total)
warehouse has what the departments
[3,443/(3,443+134)]*100 [4,581/(4,581+119)]*100 - 1.22%
need when it’s needed.
96.25% 97.47 %
[issues / (issues + back orders)] * 100
Turn Over Rate – Indicates that the
material stocked is the material being March 2018 March 2017
+0.33 Turnovers per year
used. (2016-2017 Goal 1 per year) 1.02 Turnovers per year 0.69 Turnovers per year
WITHOUT TRANSFORMERS
CO MMO DITY BID NUMBER TERM REQ UESTING DEPARTMENT STATUS as of April 12, 2018
Ambulance Services for the City of Dover 18-0010CM Three Years City Manager's Office Forwarded to Kay Sass on 12/19/2017
Diversity and Inclusion 18-0012HR One time Human Resources Scheduled for City Council on 3/26/2018
Water Treatment Plant Process
18-0014PW One time Public Works Bids forwarded to Public Works on 12/26/2017
Improvements
Professional Support for HVAC Repair Only one RFP received. Forwarded to Public Works
18-0015PW One time Public Works
Design Weyandt Hall on 12/13/2017.
Construction Support Services for the
18-0018PW One time Public Works Forwarded to Public Works on 2/7/2018
Water Treatment Plant Project
Demolition of 954 Lincoln Street 18-0019PI One time Inspections Forwarded to Inspections on 2/7/2018
Puncheon Run Wastewater Pump Station
18-0023PW One time Public Works Forwarded to Public Works on 3/14/2018
Improvements Engineering Design Support
Electric Distribution Transformer Disposal 18-0024EL One Time Electric Forwarded to Electric on 4/10/2018
Delaware Tech Pump Station Replacement 18-0025PW One Time Public Works Bid opening scheduled for April 17, 2018 @ 2:00 pm
Silver Lake Pump Station Replacement 18-0026PW One Time Public Works Bid opening scheduled for April 17, 2018 @ 2:30 pm
Walker Woods Pump Station Replacement 18-0027PW One Time Public Works Bid opening scheduled for April 18, 2018 @ 2:00 pm
North Street Water Main Replacement 18-0028PW One Time Public Works Bid opening scheduled for April 26, 2018 @2:00 pm
Wellhead Redevelopment Program 18-0029PW Three Years Public Works Bid opening scheduled for May 3, 2018 @2:00 pm
DNREC Applications for Water Allocation
18-0030PW One time Public Works Bid opening scheduled for May 8, 2018 @2:00 pm
Permits
Schutte Park Grading Plan Engineering
18-0031PW One time Public Works Bid opening scheduled for May 16, 2018 @ 2:00 pm
Design Support
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FUEL USE FY 2017 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE STOCK WITH OVER 60 MONTH SUPPLY (5 YEARS)
Unleaded: 99,042 gallons 97,531 gallons Electric: $ 430,690.75 317 Line Items
Diesel: 59,324 gallons 56,074 gallons Water: $ 19,539.16 53 Line Items
Dollars Spent: $256,426.58 $276,413.87 General: $ 36,066.17 143 Line Items
Total: $ 486,296.08 513 Line Items
Purchase Orders for Stock by Fund Issues from Stock by Fund
FY 2017 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE FY 2017 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE
Electric: $ 870,973.23 $ 1,038,506.65 Electric: $835,315.42 $ 1,111,009.80
Water: $ 192,821.83 $ 103,022.82 Water: $205,716.43 $ 104,747.19
General: $ 81,740.12 $ 90,393.41 General: $ 94,786.92 $ 95,055.15
Total: $ 1,145,535.18 $ 1,231,922.78 *Total: $1,135,884.97 $ 1,310,881.19
Warehouse Stock Money Spent for Postage/Postal Services
FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2017 TO DATE FY 2018 TO DATE
Total Dollar Value: $ 2,387,169.57 $ 2,104,259.25 $102,845.01 $99,743.19
Total Line Items: 1,320 1,302
Total of Issues from Stock by Fund includes Issues from Sale from Stock (SS) and Electric Returns (ER).
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MONTHLY REPORT
FEBRUARY 2018
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Date Range: From 02/01/2018 to 02/28/2018
Incident Run Log Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department Sorted by: Not selected
Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
02/01/2018 30046 2018-000153 14:33 1200 N DUPONT HWY System malfunction, other 0.2
02/01/2018 30046 2018-000154 20:45 93 LANES LN Dispatched & canceled en route 0.7
02/01/2018 30046 2018-000155 23:03 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
02/02/2018 30046 2018-000156 05:35 120 S GOVERNORS AVE A Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
02/02/2018 30046 2018-000157 11:29 28 WELCH DRIVE Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.6
02/02/2018 30046 2018-000158 12:55 835 BAY RD False alarm or false call, other 0.3
02/02/2018 30046 2018-000159 13:15 644 S QUEEN ST 106 Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.2
02/02/2018 30046 2018-000160 15:39 561 N DUPONT HWY Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.4
02/02/2018 30046 2018-000161 18:53 1119 FORREST AVE Cooking fire, confined to container 0.2
02/02/2018 30046 2018-000162 23:05 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
02/03/2018 30046 2018-000163 21:56 44 COURTSIDE DR B Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
02/04/2018 30046 2018-000164 18:29 375 MOCKINGBIRD AVE Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
02/04/2018 30046 2018-000165 19:17 216 S GOVERNORS BLVD Lock-in (if lock out , use 511 ) 0.3
02/04/2018 30046 2018-000166 22:45 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
02/05/2018 30046 2018-000167 15:22 1234 HARRISON DR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
02/05/2018 30046 2018-000168 17:05 145 IRMA ST Special type of incident, other 0.2
02/06/2018 30046 2018-000169 16:04 97 STATE ROUTE 1 Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke 0.3
02/06/2018 30046 2018-000170 16:23 102 COBBLESTONE LA Authorized controlled burning 0.3
02/06/2018 30046 2018-000171 18:54 23 SHINNECOCK RD Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 0.6
02/06/2018 30046 2018-000172 23:41 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.1
02/07/2018 30046 2018-000173 10:15 452 NOB HILL RD Carbon monoxide incident 1.0
02/07/2018 30046 2018-000174 14:10 820 CARVEL DR G Police matter 2.2
02/07/2018 30046 2018-000175 16:35 1481 N DUPONT HWY Dispatched & canceled en route 0.7
02/08/2018 30046 2018-000176 17:12 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
02/09/2018 30046 2018-000177 06:21 NIMITZ ROAD Good intent call, other 0.4
02/09/2018 30046 2018-000178 16:04 1255 SOUTH DUPONT HWY Passenger vehicle fire 0.6
02/09/2018 30046 2018-000179 23:52 768 WALKER RD Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 1.0
02/10/2018 30046 2018-000180 00:43 20 MEADOW GARDEN LN Ring or jewelry removal 0.3
02/10/2018 30046 2018-000181 11:58 430 KINGS HWY NE 1 Cooking fire, confined to container 1.2
02/10/2018 30046 2018-000182 12:32 430 COLLEGE RD 100 Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.0
02/11/2018 30046 2018-000183 09:40 WHITEOAK RD Sprinkler activation due to malfunction 0.5
02/11/2018 30046 2018-000184 14:14 1572 N DUPONT HWY Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.6
02/11/2018 30046 2018-000185 22:11 1572 N DUPONT HWY Sprinkler activation due to malfunction 0.5
02/12/2018 30046 2018-000186 06:31 25 E HUNTINGTON CIR Good intent call, other 0.5
02/12/2018 30046 2018-000187 07:23 350 FREAR DR Carbon monoxide incident 0.8
02/12/2018 30046 2018-000188 23:21 1200 N DUPONT HWY Breakdown of light ballast 0.7
02/13/2018 30046 2018-000189 06:05 120 N STATE ST System malfunction, other 0.1
02/13/2018 30046 2018-000190 14:27 2800 N DUPONT HWY Good intent call, other 0.8
02/13/2018 30046 2018-000191 16:23 222 S DUPONT HWY Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.5
02/13/2018 30046 2018-000192 19:04 255 WEBBS LN H Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
02/14/2018 30046 2018-000193 00:36 4464 PEARSONS CORNER ROAD Assist invalid 2.2
02/14/2018 30046 2018-000194 08:57 149 S NEW ST Good intent call, other 0.4
02/14/2018 30046 2018-000195 12:00 631 S STATE ST Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
02/14/2018 30046 2018-000196 17:53 612 CAROL ST Cooking fire, confined to container 0.7
02/14/2018 30046 2018-000197 21:08 43 S KIRKWOOD ST Fires in structure other than in a building 1.1
02/15/2018 30046 2018-000198 03:46 898 WOODCREST DR Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.7
02/15/2018 30046 2018-000199 05:14 12 ELM TERR Good intent call, other 0.4
02/15/2018 30046 2018-000200 10:00 380 PARADEE DR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
02/15/2018 30046 2018-000201 16:05 517 RIVER RD Good intent call, other 0.3
02/15/2018 30046 2018-000202 18:16 10 FAIRWAY LAKES DR C Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
02/15/2018 30046 2018-000203 20:28 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
02/15/2018 30046 2018-000204 23:36 800 N STATE ST Swimming/recreational water areas rescue 2.2
02/16/2018 30046 2018-000205 12:13 242 NORTHDOWN DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
02/16/2018 30046 2018-000206 12:54 112 COBBLESTONE LA Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
02/16/2018 30046 2018-000207 13:11 288 TRAFALGAR DR Passenger vehicle fire 1.0
02/17/2018 30046 2018-000208 05:25 71 SAXTON RD Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
02/17/2018 30046 2018-000209 10:44 225 SAULSBURY RD False alarm or false call, other 0.3
02/17/2018 30046 2018-000210 13:55 DIVISION ST Medical assist, assist EMS crew 0.3
02/18/2018 30046 2018-000211 14:26 1350 N DUPONT HWY False alarm or false call, other 0.4
Date: 04/09/2018 Page: 1 Time:10:20
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
02/18/2018 30046 2018-000212 17:49 222 S DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
02/18/2018 30046 2018-000213 18:47 CRAWFORD CARROLL BLVD Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.8
02/19/2018 30046 2018-000214 08:58 800 BAY RD Dispatched & canceled en route 0.3
02/19/2018 30046 2018-000215 15:44 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.1
02/20/2018 30046 2018-000216 04:31 970 WHATCOAT DR Good intent call, other 0.4
02/20/2018 30046 2018-000217 09:09 1165 N DUPONT HWY 1 False alarm or false call, other 0.2
02/20/2018 30046 2018-000218 16:50 206 NIMITZ RD Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.4
02/21/2018 30046 2018-000219 10:19 515 N DUPONT HWY Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 1.0
02/21/2018 30046 2018-000220 14:54 N STATE ST Watercraft rescue 0.7
02/21/2018 30046 2018-000221 16:42 148 THAMES DR Good intent call, other 0.3
02/21/2018 30046 2018-000222 17:49 120 N STATE ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
02/22/2018 30046 2018-000223 04:31 600 JEFFERIC BLVD Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
02/23/2018 30046 2018-000224 11:35 151 KINGS HWY Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
02/23/2018 30046 2018-000225 14:42 3000 LEMAY LA C Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
02/23/2018 30046 2018-000226 14:48 131 S SAULSBURY RD Vehicle accident, general cleanup 0.3
02/23/2018 30046 2018-000227 15:12 135 HAMAN DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
02/24/2018 30046 2018-000228 16:09 60 STEELE RD Chemical hazard (no spill or leak) 0.8
02/25/2018 30046 2018-000229 04:44 401 FEDERAL ST Building or structure weakened or collapsed 1.6
02/25/2018 30046 2018-000230 15:03 368 TRIBBITT ST Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
02/25/2018 30046 2018-000231 16:25 1200 N DUPONT HWY Heat from short circuit (wiring), defective/worn 0.6
02/25/2018 30046 2018-000232 23:03 1200 N DUPONT HWY Overheated motor 0.7
02/26/2018 30046 2018-000233 09:49 272 N DUPONT HWY Building or structure weakened or collapsed 0.4
02/26/2018 30046 2018-000234 10:58 611 FOREST ST Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 0.3
02/26/2018 30046 2018-000235 13:15 209 S STATE ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.0
02/26/2018 30046 2018-000236 14:41 829 LINCOLN ST Medical assist, assist EMS crew 0.5
02/26/2018 30046 2018-000237 17:22 1200 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
02/27/2018 30046 2018-000238 08:11 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.2
02/27/2018 30046 2018-000239 13:23 1200 N DUPONT HWY Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.1
02/27/2018 30046 2018-000240 17:13 350 FREAR DR Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 0.7
02/28/2018 30046 2018-000241 12:10 SR1 & MAIN TOLL PLAZA Good intent call, other 0.3
02/28/2018 30046 2018-000242 14:04 1211 N DUPONT HWY D False alarm or false call, other 0.3
02/28/2018 30046 2018-000243 19:49 122 ORCHARD AVE Good intent call, other 0.2
02/28/2018 30046 2018-000244 20:10 4452 W DENNEYS RD Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
Total Number of Incidents: 92
Total Length of Incidents: 44.9 Hours
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FY 17-18 City Funded Account Balance Sheet
ACCOUNT BUDGET SPENT BALANCE
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance $ 101,300.00 $ 69,820.17 $ 31,479.83
Building Maintenance Supplies $ 1,500.00 $ 7.59 $ 1,492.41
Contract Services-Admin Assist $ 38,500.00 $ 26,523.96 $ 11,976.04
Contractual Services $ 9,000.00 $ 9,000.00
Electricity $ 45,000.00 $ 24,333.24 $ 20,666.76
Gasoline $ 15,000.00 $ 6,161.65 $ 8,838.35
Heating Expenses- Gas $ 12,000.00 $ 9,197.59 $ 2,802.41
Medical Supplies $ 1,000.00 $ 1,557.08 $ (557.08)
Office Supplies $ 1,500.00 $ 391.84 $ 1,108.16
Other Equipment Repairs $ 1,500.00 $ 2,360.88 $ (860.88)
Program Expenses $ 45,000.00 $ 36,714.07 $ 8,285.93
Radio Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 228.50 $ 1,771.50
Safety & Security $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00
Small Tools $ 3,500.00 $ 2,457.25 $ 1,042.75
Telephone $ 9,000.00 $ 4,530.16 $ 4,469.84
Training & Travel $ 10,000.00 $ 4,929.00 $ 5,071.00
Uniforms & Firefighting Gear $ 30,000.00 $ 25,346.02 $ 4,653.98
Water/ Sewer $ 2,500.00 $ 1,020.00 $ 1,480.00
Balance as of: March 2, 2018
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2:39 PM Robbins Hose Company # 1, Inc.
03/02/18
Accrual Basis Profit & Loss
February 2018
Feb 18
Ordinary Income/Expense
Expense
Personnel & Office Expenses
201 · Contract Employee 3,013.08
203 · Office Supplies 221.65
204 · Training & Travel Expenses 1,105.00
Total Personnel & Office Expenses 4,339.73
Repairs & Maintenance
101 · Equipment Repairs 19,729.96
102 · Fuel 3,453.66
106 · Program Expenses 711.40
Total Repairs & Maintenance 23,895.02
Uniforms
303 · Officer Uniforms & Misc. Equip. 16,613.06
Total Uniforms 16,613.06
Utilities
402 · Electric 2,847.39
403 · Natural Gas 3,421.79
404 · Telephone 851.31
405 · Water/Sewer 116.46
Total Utilities 7,236.95
Total Expense 52,084.76
Net Ordinary Income -52,084.76
Net Income -52,084.76
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MONTHLY REPORT
MARCH 2018
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Date Range: From 03/01/2018 to 03/31/2018
Incident Run Log Company: All Companies
Dover Fire Department Sorted by: Not selected
Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
03/01/2018 30046 2018-000245 19:32 625 BAY RD Vehicle accident, general cleanup 0.9
03/01/2018 30046 2018-000246 19:47 630 KINGS HWY Service Call, other 0.4
03/01/2018 30046 2018-000247 22:23 12 S. STATE STREET Good intent call, other 0.3
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000248 09:33 500 CAMPUS DR. Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000249 10:54 137 GREENWICH DR Heat from short circuit (wiring), defective/worn 0.6
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000250 11:28 652 NIMITZ RD Public service 0.3
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000251 12:46 1703 E LEBANON RD Power line down 0.0
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000252 14:12 54 FREEDOM DR Wind storm, tornado/hurricane assessment 0.7
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000253 16:46 137 S BRADFORD ST Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000254 16:58 94 PILOT CIR Wind storm, tornado/hurricane assessment 0.9
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000255 17:05 SAULSBURY ROAD Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 0.0
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000256 21:28 45 KENTWOOD DR Public service assistance, other 0.2
03/02/2018 30046 2018-000257 21:38 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
03/03/2018 30046 2018-000258 16:48 19 HEATHERFIELD WAY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/04/2018 30046 2018-000259 14:28 835 BAY RD Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.5
03/04/2018 30046 2018-000260 18:36 136 RUSTIC LA Building fire 3.4
03/05/2018 30046 2018-000261 00:32 17 N AMERICAN AVE Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.3
03/05/2018 30046 2018-000262 13:33 805 S GOVERNORS AVE Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/05/2018 30046 2018-000263 18:19 505 N DUPONT HWY Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 1.3
03/06/2018 30046 2018-000264 07:50 923 JANEKA LANE Service Call, other 0.5
03/06/2018 30046 2018-000265 09:00 805 S GOVERNORS AVE Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
03/07/2018 30046 2018-000266 08:09 852 S LITTLE CREEK RD Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 0.5
03/08/2018 30046 2018-000267 08:23 1249 WYOMING MILL RD Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 0.3
03/09/2018 30046 2018-000268 01:54 1225 WALKER RD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/10/2018 30046 2018-000269 13:30 1080 SILVER LAKE BLVD Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.6
03/10/2018 30046 2018-000270 20:53 992 WHATCOAT DR Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/11/2018 30046 2018-000271 03:13 120 N STATE ST System malfunction, other 0.2
03/11/2018 30046 2018-000272 23:00 911 PUBLIC SAFETY BLVD Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.6
03/12/2018 30046 2018-000273 11:42 287 GREEN BLADE DR Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.3
03/12/2018 30046 2018-000274 14:07 105 KATRINA WAY Local alarm system, malicious false alarm 1.0
03/12/2018 30046 2018-000275 16:55 8 CALDWELL CT. Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire 0.4
03/12/2018 30046 2018-000276 20:43 FORREST AVE Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.3
03/13/2018 30046 2018-000277 13:11 4 LAKEVIEW DR Water & ice-related rescue, other 2.3
03/13/2018 30046 2018-000278 14:26 105 KATRINA WAY Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
03/13/2018 30046 2018-000279 22:13 834 S GOVERNORS AVE Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.4
03/14/2018 30046 2018-000280 15:55 1700 N DUPONT HWY Cooking fire, confined to container 0.4
03/15/2018 30046 2018-000281 07:48 1200 N DUPONT HWY Building fire 1.6
03/15/2018 30046 2018-000282 12:32 415 N GOVERNORS AVE Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire 0.2
03/15/2018 30046 2018-000283 13:20 25 GREENTREE DR Motor vehicle accident with injuries 0.4
03/15/2018 30046 2018-000284 14:48 17 KONSCHAK AVE Cooking fire, confined to container 0.8
03/15/2018 30046 2018-000285 20:46 401 FEDERAL ST Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
03/15/2018 30046 2018-000286 20:57 272 N DUPONT HWY Medical assist, assist EMS crew 0.2
03/16/2018 30046 2018-000287 01:15 1570 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/16/2018 30046 2018-000288 10:25 655 N DUPONT HWY Good intent call, other 0.2
03/16/2018 30046 2018-000289 15:48 401 Shrewsbury Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.4
03/16/2018 30046 2018-000290 20:12 299 N DUPONT HWY B Good intent call, other 0.5
03/16/2018 30046 2018-000291 22:18 1648 E DIVISION ST Good intent call, other 0.3
03/17/2018 30046 2018-000292 13:27 21 N STATE ST Malicious, mischievous false call, other 0.3
03/17/2018 30046 2018-000293 16:51 773 PEARSON CORNER RD Dispatched & canceled en route 0.1
03/17/2018 30046 2018-000294 20:34 1300 S FARMVIEW DR A Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
03/18/2018 30046 2018-000295 19:37 1083 S BRADFORD ST Good intent call, other 0.4
03/19/2018 30046 2018-000296 07:35 206 S RODNEY ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.4
03/19/2018 30046 2018-000297 10:35 1051 WALKER RD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/19/2018 30046 2018-000298 15:40 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.2
03/19/2018 30046 2018-000299 16:17 848 BARCALONA ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.6
03/19/2018 30046 2018-000300 16:44 108 DAPPLE GRAY LANE Assist invalid 0.6
03/19/2018 30046 2018-000301 19:45 200 W LOOCKERMAN ST Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
03/20/2018 30046 2018-000302 01:25 640 S DUPONT HWY Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 0.4
03/20/2018 30046 2018-000303 11:19 1440 JEBB RD Fires in structure other than in a building 2.3
Date: 04/16/2018 Page: 1 Time:09:01
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Date FDID Incident# Alarm ### Address Suite Type Lgth
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000304 07:55 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 0.3
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000305 13:19 56 NICHOLAS DR Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000306 15:40 44 HEATHERFIELD WAY Good intent call, other 0.3
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000307 16:02 140 HAMAN DR Good intent call, other 0.2
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000308 16:05 51 WEBBS LN F Cooking fire, confined to container 0.6
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000309 16:19 14 WILLIS RD Good intent call, other 0.3
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000310 17:48 1061 S LITTLE CREEK RD Special type of incident, other 0.3
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000311 20:23 1500 MCKEE RD Severe weather or natural disaster, other 0.2
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000312 20:33 794 CHESTNUT GROVE RD Severe weather or natural disaster, other 0.5
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000313 21:58 834 WILSON DR Severe weather or natural disaster, other 0.4
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000314 23:25 222 S DUPONT HWY Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.3
03/21/2018 30046 2018-000315 23:30 124 GREENHILL AVE Severe weather or natural disaster, other 0.3
03/22/2018 30046 2018-000316 01:22 1200 N DUPONT HWY Cooking fire, confined to container 0.3
03/22/2018 30046 2018-000317 14:16 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
03/23/2018 30046 2018-000318 05:58 150 LONG ISLAND CT Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 0.7
03/23/2018 30046 2018-000319 17:09 1704 E LEBANON RD Vehicle accident, general cleanup 0.4
03/24/2018 30046 2018-000320 15:23 320 BILLY MITCHELL LN Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.5
03/24/2018 30046 2018-000321 21:25 205 LADY BUG DR Good intent call, other 0.5
03/25/2018 30046 2018-000322 18:52 1480 MCKEE RD Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/25/2018 30046 2018-000323 21:40 320 West Broad st Cover assignment, standby, moveup 0.3
03/26/2018 30046 2018-000324 06:57 STATE ROUTE 1 Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 0.5
03/26/2018 30046 2018-000325 21:59 214 CLAYTON AVE Dispatched & canceled en route 0.5
03/26/2018 30046 2018-000326 22:14 120 N STATE ST System malfunction, other 0.3
03/26/2018 30046 2018-000327 22:18 1570 N DUPONT HWY Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.4
03/27/2018 30046 2018-000328 17:28 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.3
03/28/2018 30046 2018-000329 08:13 110 HAZEL RD Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 0.3
03/28/2018 30046 2018-000330 10:52 400 N DUPONT HWY I Central station, malicious false alarm 0.3
03/28/2018 30046 2018-000331 13:15 1119 FORREST AVE System malfunction, other 0.3
03/28/2018 30046 2018-000332 16:50 1200 N DUPONT HWY Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 0.6
03/29/2018 30046 2018-000333 09:07 112 W SOUTH ST Dispatched & canceled en route 0.4
03/29/2018 30046 2018-000334 13:16 40 PINE ST Good intent call, other 0.5
03/30/2018 30046 2018-000335 08:46 644 S QUEEN ST 105 Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 0.3
03/30/2018 30046 2018-000336 14:27 1575 MCKEE RD 102 Extrication of victim(s) from vehicle 0.6
03/30/2018 30046 2018-000337 19:38 17 GIBBS DR Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.4
03/31/2018 30046 2018-000338 09:20 139 OLD FORGE DR Smoke scare, odor of smoke 0.7
Total Number of Incidents: 94
Total Length of Incidents: 45.5 Hours
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2:43 PM Robbins Hose Company # 1, Inc.
04/13/18
Accrual Basis Profit & Loss
March 2018
Mar 18
Ordinary Income/Expense
Expense
Personnel & Office Expenses
201 · Contract Employee 3,013.08
204 · Training & Travel Expenses 20.00
Total Personnel & Office Expenses 3,033.08
Repairs & Maintenance
101 · Equipment Repairs 16,742.70
103 · Medical Supplies 395.90
105 · Radio Repairs 133.50
106 · Program Expenses 2,072.10
107 · Small Tools 589.00
Total Repairs & Maintenance 19,933.20
Uniforms
302 · Firefighting Gear 125.00
Total Uniforms 125.00
Utilities
402 · Electric 2,659.14
403 · Natural Gas 2,175.70
404 · Telephone 362.29
405 · Water/Sewer 92.46
Total Utilities 5,289.59
Total Expense 28,380.87
Net Ordinary Income -28,380.87
Net Income -28,380.87
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FY 17-18 City Funded Account Balance Sheet
ACCOUNT BUDGET SPENT BALANCE
Apparatus Repairs & Maintenance $ 101,300.00 $ 82,525.18 $ 18,774.82
Building Maintenance Supplies $ 1,500.00 $ 7.59 $ 1,492.41
Contract Services-Admin Assist $ 38,500.00 $ 28,073.00 $ 10,427.00
Contractual Services $ 9,000.00 $ 9,000.00
Electricity $ 45,000.00 $ 26,992.38 $ 18,007.62
Gasoline $ 15,000.00 $ 6,161.65 $ 8,838.35
Heating Expenses- Gas $ 12,000.00 $ 10,610.17 $ 1,389.83
Medical Supplies $ 1,000.00 $ 1,952.98 $ (952.98)
Office Supplies $ 1,500.00 $ 391.84 $ 1,108.16
Other Equipment Repairs $ 1,500.00 $ 2,360.88 $ (860.88)
Program Expenses $ 45,000.00 $ 38,786.17 $ 6,213.83
Radio Repairs $ 2,000.00 $ 228.50 $ 1,771.50
Safety & Security $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00
Small Tools $ 3,500.00 $ 2,487.25 $ 1,012.75
Telephone $ 9,000.00 $ 4,742.25 $ 4,257.75
Training & Travel $ 10,000.00 $ 4,949.00 $ 5,051.00
Uniforms & Firefighting Gear $ 30,000.00 $ 25,471.02 $ 4,528.98
Water/ Sewer $ 2,500.00 $ 1,112.46 $ 1,387.54
Balance as of: March 31, 2018
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DEPARTMENT OF POLICE
Marvin C. Mailey 400 South Queen Street
Chief of Police Dover, Delaware 19904
302-736-7111
Fax: 302-672-1842
May 14, 2018
Honorable Robin Christiansen, Mayor
Member of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Christiansen and Council Members:
The following is the monthly report for Dover Police Department activities for the month of March
2018:
COMPLAINTS
Total complaints received through March 31st, 2018, numbered 10,343 this is an increase of 498
complaints over the same period last year.
12,000 10,002 10,343
9,845
10,000 8,096
7,646
8,000
6,000
4,000
2,000
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
8 7
6 5 5
4
4
2 2 2 2 2
2 1
0 0 0 0 0
0
Burglary Robbery Rape Homicide Sudden Death
Cases Reported in March Cases Cleared In March Cases Cleared from Previous Months
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DRUGS, VICE, & ORGANIZED CRIME (DVOC) AND STREET CRIMES SECTION SEIZURES
Along with the drug seizures below, the units also recovered $3,765.00 USD during the month of March.
3,000.00 2,137.10
2,000.00
1,000.00 0 0 0 0
0.00
Marijuana Cocaine Ecstasy (Doses) Prescription Heroin
Pills (Doses)
GRAMS/DOSES
FIREARM SEIZURES
5 4
4
3 2
2
1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0
CI DVOC/STREET CRIMES PATROL SEU
HANDGUN RIFLE SHOTGUN
COMMUNITY POLICING
COMMUNITY POLICING CONTACTS
ABANDONED VEHICLES 7
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS/DUI’S 0
ASSIST OTHER 47
WARRANTS ON FILE 0
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 0
PARKING DCO’S 25 CADETS CONTACTS
LOUD MUSIC 0 DCO’S 98
MISCELLANEOUS DCO’S 0 PARKING 46
PARKING COMPLAINTS 0 SMOKING 6
PEDDLER 0 OPEN CONTAINER 30
COMMUNITY OUTREACH 80 LOUD NOISE 0
CRIME PREVENTION CHECK 3 OTHER DCO’s 15
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 22 PROPERTY CHECKS 56
BIKE PATROL 0 BUSINESS CONTACTS 145
PROPERTY CHECKS 29 LIBRARY CHECKS 30
WARNINGS 2 COMPLAINTS ASSIGNED 16
TOTAL CONTACTS 215 SPECIAL EVENT 4
TOTAL CONTACTS 446
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STREET CRIMES
STREET CRIMES
ENFORCEMENT CONTACTS
ABANDONED VEHICLES 0
ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS/DUI'S 0
ASSIST OTHER 4
WARRANTS ON FILE 0
CITY PARK VIOLATIONS 0
CRIMINAL ARRESTS 7
DRUG RELATED ARRESTS 6
LOUD MUSIC 0
MISCELLANEOUS VIOLATIONS 0
PARKING VIOLATIONS 0
PEDDLER 0
MEETINGS 0
CURFEW CHECKS 51
CRIME PREVENTION CHECKS 2
TRAFFIC ARRESTS 5
WARNINGS 12
FUGITIVES 3
DCO'S 0
PROSTITUTION 0
TOTAL CONTACTS 90
TRAFFIC ARRESTS
The department issued 2,546 traffic citations through this reporting period; this is a decrease of 729
citations over the number issued during the same period last year.
4,500
3,833 3,899
4,000
3,395 3,275
3,500
3,000
2,546
2,500
2,000
1,500
1,000
500
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
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TRAFFIC CRASHES
Through March 31, 2018, the Dover Police investigated 419 traffic crashes, a decrease of 3 crashes
investigated during the same period last year.
520 499
500
480
460 442
440 429 422 419
420
400
380
360
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
911 Center
During the month of March, the Dover Police Department handled 7,955 calls averaging 257calls per day.
Dispatchers handled 2,070 on the 911 wireless lines, 460 on the 911 landlines, and 201 on the Voice over
Internet Protocol lines, the remaining 5,224 were administrative calls.
24%
6%
67%
3%
911 Wireless 911 Landline VoIP Administrative
CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS
Through March 31, 2018, we issued 1,348 city ordinance summons, a decrease of 251 summonses for the
same period last year. Note: Of those summonses issued in March,9 DCO’s were issued for handicapped
parking violations and 4 for fire lane parking violations, 156 for false alarms 123 for 1-2 alarms, 30 for 3-
5 alarms, 0 for 6-9 alarms, 3 for 10-15 alarms, and 0 for 16 or more alarms) and 4 for noise violations 0
for vehicle violations and 4 for residence violations).
2,000 1,627 1,659 1,712 1,599
1,500 1,348
1,053
885 918 838
1,000
600
500
0
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
ISSUED 1,627 1,659 1,712 1,599 1,348
PAID 885 1,053 918 838 600
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SEX OFFENDER STATISTICS/MARCH
MONTHLY NON COMPLIANT
VERIFICATIONS NOTIFICATIONS
REVERIFICATIONS WARRANTS
TIER 1 0 0 0 1
TIER 2 17 1,581 32 3
TIER 3 10 930 49 2
ACTIVE SEX OFFENDERS THAT RESIDE IN THE CITY OF DOVER (please note, Tier 1
offenders are not contacted by Dover Police Sex Offender Agents).
250
199
200 191
150
100
80
72
50
0
FEBRUARY MARCH
TIER 2 199 191
TIER 3 72 80
(Please note, Tier 1 offenders are not contacted by Dover Police Sex Offender Agents).
Please visit our website at www.doverpolice.org for up to date information on crimes and activities
in the City of Dover.
Respectfully Submitted,
Marvin C. Mailey
Chief of Police
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City of Dover
Capital Investment Plan
Project Tracking Report
Quarterly Report as of March 31, 2018
Points to Remember -
* Original Project Budget = Original Total Project Budget initially included in approved annual budget.
* Latest Project Budget = Revised Total Project Budget included in most recent approved annual budget or one of the following:
bond resolution, revolving fund loan agreement, Council approved budget amendment, or City Manager approved amendment as per
the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Current Fiscal Year - Revised Fiscal Year Budget = Current Year approved project budgets plus carry forward balances of unspent
budgets in the prior fiscal year. Project Carry Forward balances will be submitted to City Council for amendment in January 2010.
Can also be amended with City Manager approval per the Budget Amendment Procedure.
* Water Quality, Inflow/Infiltration, Distribution Upgrades and New Development projects are budgeted as a blanket project and once
individual projects are identified and estimated they are created using an allocation of the overall budgeted amount.
* Status and Comments provided by City Manager.
Community Water & Total
Current Year Budget Funding Sources General Transportation Wastewater Electric CIP
Budget Balance $ 907,300 $ - $ 1,045,300 $ 2,076,400 $ 4,029,000
General Billings for Reimbursement of Expense - - - 370,000 370,000
State Grants 33,000 - - - 33,000
State Community Transportation Funds - 500,000 - - 500,000
Transfer from General Fund 1,368,700 - - - 1,368,700
Transfer from Operating Funds - - 3,173,000 5,000,000 8,173,000
Transfer from Parkland Reserve 205,000 - - - 205,000
Transfer from Capital Asset Reserve 418,300 - - - 418,300
Interest Income 8,300 - 93,200 109,800 211,300
Total Funding Sources (Unaudited) $ 2,940,600 $ 500,000 $ 4,311,500 $ 7,556,200 $ 15,308,300
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City of Dover
General Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of March 31, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Original Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2015 & Prior
PR1402 M Schutte Park Land Improvements $ 100,000 $ 245,000 $ 57,255 $ 187,745 23.4% $ 190,000 $ 190,000 $ 2,259 $ 187,741 70.0% In Process RFP in progress
2 ST1504 Old PW2 Site Improvements 535,000 678,300 609,072 69,228 89.8% - 77,900 8,671 69,229 60.0% In Process Design work ongoing for the VCP
3 ST1304 Garrison Farm Street Improvement - - - - 0.0% - - 1,265 (1,265) 100.0% Complete Prior year exp not accrued <$5K
4 Totals - FY 2015 $ 635,000 $ 923,300 $ 666,328 $ 256,972 72.2% $ 190,000 $ 267,900 $ 12,196 $ 255,704
5
6 FY 2017
7 --- Video Broadcasting Equipment $ 164,100 $ 164,100 $ 164,929 $ (829) 100.5% $ - $ - $ 156,188 $ (156,188) 100.0% Complete Budget C/F FY2017
Asphalt planned to be completed the
8 ST1701 FY17 Street and Alley Program 900,000 859,400 637,369 222,031 74.2% - 740,200 518,214 221,986 90.0% In Process 3rd week of April
9 ST1703 Silver Lake Dam Improvements 126,000 269,000 268,965 35 100.0% - 254,500 254,415 85 100.0% Complete
10 PR1701 Dover Park - Master Plan 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% - - - -
11 Totals - FY 2017 $ 1,240,100 $ 1,342,500 $ 1,071,262 $ 271,238 79.8% $ - $ 994,700 $ 928,817 $ 65,883
12
13 FY 2018
14 --- Vehicles & Equipment $ 363,400 $ 443,800 $ 326,907 $ 116,893 73.7% $ 363,400 $ 443,800 $ 326,907 $ 116,893 In Process
15 FR1800 R Annual Contribution for Ladder 1 145,700 145,700 145,614 86 99.9% 145,700 145,700 145,614 86 100.0% Complete
16 IT1800 Back Up & Recovery Syst with Software 15,000 15,000 11,895 3,105 79.3% 15,000 15,000 11,895 3,105 100.0% Complete
17 IT1801 Network Infrastructure 21,600 21,600 42,184 (20,584) 195.3% 21,600 21,600 42,184 (20,584) 75.0% In Process Expected installation in April
18 PR1800 Park and Playground Improvement Prog 66,000 66,000 - 66,000 0.0% 66,000 66,000 - 66,000 50.0% In Process Hamlet Playground; waiting for quote
19 PR1801 R Small Park Improvements 15,000 15,800 15,837 (37) 100.2% 15,000 15,800 15,837 (37) 100.0% Complete
20 PD1800 Police Station Roof Repair 53,100 53,100 - 53,100 0.0% 53,100 53,100 - 53,100 0.0% In Process
Survey complete, submitting project
21 PD1801 R Police Station Impound Lot 51,000 51,000 - 51,000 0.0% 51,000 51,000 - 51,000 25.0% In Process for Planning Commission April 6
Bid documents under review by Dept
of Labor for prevailing wage
22 ST1801 FY18 Street and Alley Program 950,000 649,500 - 649,500 0.0% 950,000 649,500 - 649,500 0.0% In Process determination
23 ST1802 Misc Emergency Stormwater Repairs 70,000 216,500 216,432 68 100.0% 70,000 216,500 216,432 68 99.0% In Process Project open
24 ST1805 Dover Library Conveyance Syst Improv 50,000 - - - 0.0% 50,000 - - - 0.0% On Hold Project to be re-programmed
25 Totals - FY 2018 $ 1,800,800 $ 1,678,000 $ 758,868 $ 919,132 45.2% $ 1,800,800 $ 1,678,000 $ 758,868 $ 919,132
26
27 Grand Totals $ 3,675,900 $ 3,943,800 $ 2,496,458 $ 1,447,342 63.3% $ 1,990,800 $ 2,940,600 $ 1,699,881 $ 1,240,719
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 re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year.
G = Grant funded project
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan.
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City of Dover
Community Transportation - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of March 31, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Original Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2014 & Prior
2 TE0601 Lincoln Park Center $ 900,000 $ 602,400 $ 523,277 $ 79,123 86.9% $ - $ 79,100 $ - $ 79,100 On-going On-going maintenance of hazmat area
3 Totals - FY 2014 & Prior $ 900,000 $ 602,400 $ 523,277 $ 79,123 86.9% $ - $ 79,100 $ - $ 79,100
4
5 FY 2016
6 CT1627 FY16 Paving Projects - Boggs Drive $ 247,400 $ 247,400 $ 243,103 $ 4,297 98.3% $ - $ 44,600 $ 40,346 $ 4,254 100.0% Complete
7 Totals - FY 2016 $ 247,400 $ 247,400 $ 243,103 $ 4,297 98.3% $ - $ 44,600 $ 40,346 $ 4,254
8
9 FY 2017
Work is complete, awaiting retainage invoice at
CT1703
10 Paving Project - Wyoming Avenue $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ 182,184 $ 17,816 91.1% $ - $ 169,900 $ 152,078 $ 17,822 99.0% Complete the end of FY17 street project
11 CT1714 Paving Project - Paper Alley 15,000 15,000 4,933 10,067 32.9% - 15,000 4,933 10,067 99.0% Complete Awaiting final invoices to close out agreement
CT1826 Mobile Speed Feedback Sign 8,500 8,900 - 8,900 0.0% 8,500 8,900 - 8,900 0.0% In Process Product ordered, awaiting delivery
To be completed with FY18 street program, not
CT1833
Paving-Hope St from Governors Ave to S State St 89,000 88,600 - 88,600 0.0% 89,000 88,600 - 88,600 0.0% In Process yet bid out
Crawford Carroll striping, tentatively scheduled for
CT1833
Paving-Crawford Carroll Ave from Rustic Ave to Kw Blvd 11,000 11,000 - 11,000 0.0% 11,000 11,000 - 11,000 0.0% In Process April 30
12 CTxxxx Unapplied CT Projects (placeholder) 500,000 191,400 - 191,400 0.0% 391,500 82,900 - 82,900
13 Totals - FY 2017 $ 823,500 $ 514,900 $ 187,117 $ 309,967 36.3% $ 500,000 $ 376,300 $ 157,011 $ 219,289
14
15 Grand Totals $ 1,970,900 $ 1,364,700 $ 953,497 $ 393,387 69.9% $ 500,000 $ 500,000 $ 197,357 $ 302,643
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 re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year.
C = Project funded by combination of CT Funds and General Fund
B/L = To be financed through bonds or commercial loan.
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City of Dover
Water/Wastewater Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of March 31, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Original Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2013
2 WW1303 Westover PS $ 768,800 $ 1,405,400 $ 1,093,723 $ 311,678 77.8% $ - $ 519,400 $ 207,692 $ 311,708 95.0% In Process Contractor working on final closeout items
3 Totals - FY 2013 $ 768,800 $ 1,405,400 $ 1,093,723 $ 311,678 77.8% $ - $ 519,400 $ 207,692 $ 311,708
4
5 FY 2016
6 WW1603 Rolling Acres PS Replacement $ 424,000 $ 531,400 $ 454,281 $ 77,119 85.5% $ - $ 492,200 $ 415,108 $ 77,092 100.0% Complete
7 Totals - FY 2016 $ 424,000 $ 531,400 $ 454,281 $ 77,119 85.5% $ - $ 492,200 $ 415,108 $ 77,092
8
9 FY 2017
10 WD1705 R Future Well Installation $ 100,000 $ 100,000 $ 50,288 $ 49,712 50.3% $ - $ 71,600 $ 21,858 $ 49,742 80.0% In Process Design is nearly complete, final review from staff
11 WW1704 Delaware Tech PS Replacement 52,000 52,000 41,427 10,573 79.7% - 33,000 22,421 10,579 99.0% In Process Bids due April 17
12 WW1705 Silver Lake PS Replacement 52,000 52,000 49,311 2,689 94.8% - 20,200 17,502 2,698 99.0% In Process Bids due April 17
13 WW1706 Walker Woods PS Replacement 52,000 52,000 50,008 1,992 96.2% - 17,400 15,398 2,002 99.0% In Process Bids due April 18
14 Totals - FY 2017 $ 256,000 $ 256,000 $ 191,034 $ 64,966 74.6% $ - $ 142,200 $ 77,180 $ 65,020
15
16 FY 2018
17 --- R Vehicles & Equipment $ 156,300 $ 177,700 $ 21,256 $ 156,444 12.0% $ 156,300 $ 177,700 $ 21,256 $ 156,444 In Process
18 --- Economic Development Program 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 0.0% 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 0.0%
19 --- Emergency Repair to WTP HVAC - 7,700 7,703 (3) 100.0% - 7,700 7,703 (3) 100.0% Complete
WD1800/
20
WW1800 R Meter Replacement Project 432,200 405,200 - 405,200 0.0% 432,200 405,200 - 405,200 0.0% On Hold
Well #7 and #8A rehabilitated, work on well #12
21
WD1801 R Wellhead Redevelopment 55,000 55,000 39,339 15,661 71.5% 55,000 55,000 39,339 15,661 70.0% In Process scheduled
22 WQ1801 Water Quality Improvement - Bradford 425,000 331,000 201,930 129,070 61.0% 425,000 331,000 201,930 129,070 95.0% In Process Bradford St substantially complete, punchlist items
23 WQ1802 Water Quality Improvement - William 621,000 621,000 - 621,000 0.0% 621,000 621,000 - 621,000 5.0% In Process Work started on March 21
24 WQ1803 R Misc Emergency Water Repairs 85,000 77,300 6,959 70,341 9.0% 85,000 77,300 6,959 70,341 91.0% In Process Project open
25 WQ1804 N State St Water Main Replacement - 94,000 4,000 90,000 4.3% - 94,000 4,000 90,000 15.0% In Process Bids for the construction are due April 26
26 WW1802 R Misc Emergency Sewer Repairs 100,000 62,300 62,251 49 99.9% 100,000 62,300 62,251 49 99.0% In Process Project open
27 WW1803 Lincoln St Gravity Sewer Repair - 27,200 27,186 14 99.9% - 27,200 27,186 14 100.0% Complete
Equipment scheduled to be installed the 3rd week of
28
WW1804 US 13 East PS #7 Upgrades - 64,800 - 64,800 0.0% - 64,800 - 64,800 20.0% In Process April
29 WW1805 SCADA Equip Technology Upgrade 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 0.0% 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 0.0% In Process Staff awaiting report on operational impacts
30 WW1806 Puncheon Run PS Improvements 320,000 320,000 - 320,000 0.0% 70,000 70,000 - 70,000 0.0% In Process Received bids March 15, under review by staff
Work is ongoing for cleanup of sanitary sewer spill at
36
WW1807 PS #7 Emergency Clean Up 11,500 94,894 (83,394) 825.2% 11,500 94,894 (83,394) 75.0% In Process PS #7. Pump station stabilized.
37 II1800 R Inflow/Infiltration Removal 1,071,900 1,018,000 - 1,018,000 0.0% 1,071,900 1,018,000 - 1,018,000 0.0% On Hold
38 Totals - FY 2018 $ 3,401,400 $ 3,407,700 $ 465,519 $ 2,942,181 13.7% $ 3,151,400 $ 3,157,700 $ 465,519 $ 2,692,181
39
40 Grand Totals $ 4,594,200 $ 5,344,500 $ 2,101,350 $ 3,243,150 39.3% $ 3,151,400 $ 4,311,500 $ 1,165,498 $ 3,146,002
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 budgeted to start over each fiscal year. No carry forward.
SL = State Loan Project - construction phase is financed
I = Impact Fee (partially) financed project
T = Transfer from blanket WQ or I&I original budget
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City of Dover
Electric Improvement & Extension Fund - Major CIP Projects
Quarterly Report as of March 31, 2018
TOTAL PROJECT - PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR
Original Latest Project Project % Current Revised Fiscal %
Project Project Project To Date Budget Budget Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget of
Code Type Description Budget Budget Expenses Balance Spent Budget Budget Expenses Balance Completion Status Comments
1 FY 2015
2 EE1513 M Town Point/White Oak Distribution Feeders $ 1,650,000 $ 2,816,000 $ 1,182,160 $ 1,633,840 42.0% $ 350,000 $ 816,000 $ 406,246 $ 409,754 70.0% In Process 3rd planned phase
3 Totals - FY 2015 $ 1,650,000 $ 2,816,000 $ 1,182,160 $ 1,633,840 42.0% $ 350,000 $ 816,000 $ 406,246 $ 409,754
4
5 FY 2016
6 EE1617 Oak Grove Trailer Park - Dist Upgrade $ 78,500 $ 78,500 $ 55,621 $ 22,879 70.9% $ - $ 31,700 $ 8,745 $ 22,955 100.0% Complete
7 EE1627 Dover East Estates - Dist Upgrade 130,000 130,000 119,505 10,495 91.9% - 12,800 2,312 10,488 100.0% Complete
8 EE1631 North Street OH to UG 170,000 170,000 164,489 5,511 96.8% - 5,500 - 5,500 90.0% On Hold Waiting on DelDot closure
9 Totals - FY 2016 $ 378,500 $ 378,500 $ 339,615 $ 38,885 89.7% $ - $ 50,000 $ 11,058 $ 38,942
10
11 FY 2017
12 EE1709 Substation Relay Upgrade $ 350,000 $ 125,000 $ 4,882 $ 120,118 3.9% $ - $ 120,100 $ - $ 120,100 5.0% In Process Waiting to upgrade Mayfair substation
13 EG1701 VanSant Unit 11 Major Overhaul 2,098,000 2,098,000 367,613 1,730,387 17.5% 1,548,000 1,942,200 361,773 1,580,427 10.0% In Process Work to commence April 2
14 EG1703 McKee Run Building Equip Replacement 59,000 26,000 25,928 72 99.7% - 700 622 78 100.0% Complete
Installation of hydrogen panel dependent on outage
15 EG1704 Unit #3 Hydrogen Analyzer 96,000 96,000 78,460 17,540 81.7% - 96,000 78,460 17,540 60.0% In Process schedule for Unit #3
16 EG1711 R Preservation of Structures 131,000 14,400 15,158 (758) 105.3% - 7,000 7,744 (744) 100.0% Complete
17 EG1712 Remote Start Capability at VanSant 10,800 50,800 44,440 6,360 87.5% - 18,900 12,547 6,353 100.0% Complete
18 Totals - FY 2017 $ 2,744,800 $ 2,410,200 $ 536,480 $ 1,873,720 22.3% $ 1,548,000 $ 2,184,900 $ 461,145 $ 1,723,755
19
20 FY 2018
21 --- R Vehicles & Equipment $ 335,500 $ 335,500 $ 35,986 $ 299,514 10.7% $ 335,500 $ 335,500 $ 35,986 $ 299,514 In Process
22 --- Economic Development Program 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0%
23 EE1813 R New Developments 850,000 914,000 557,232 356,768 61.0% 850,000 914,000 409,159 504,841 31.0% In Process
60
61 EE1802 Garrison Oak/Sun Park Substation 50,000 - - - 0.0% 50,000 - - - 0.0% On Hold
62 EE1803 Beechwood Avenue Underground Upgrade 83,000 - - - 0.0% 83,000 - - - 0.0% Cancelled Funds to be used for EE1513 per City Manager
63 EE1804 Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) 150,000 - - - 0.0% 150,000 - - - 0.0% On Hold Project on hold
64 EE1805 Manor Drive Upgrades 51,000 51,000 28,617 22,383 56.1% 51,000 51,000 28,617 22,383 60.0% In Process
65 EE1806 Hirsch Industries Upgrades 59,000 59,000 17,303 41,697 29.3% 59,000 59,000 17,303 41,697 100.0% Complete
66 EE1807 McKee Run Plant Alternate Power 100,000 100,000 4,184 95,816 4.2% 100,000 100,000 4,184 95,816 60.0% In Process Should be complete in May 2018
67 EE1808 North Street Substation Sewer Repair 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 0.0% 50,000 50,000 - 50,000 100.0% Complete Awaiting final invoice (May)
Majority of buildings complete, moving to aerial
68 EE1809 Fiber Mapping 69,000 69,000 - 69,000 0.0% 69,000 69,000 - 69,000 50.0% In Process splices
69 EE1810 R Fault Indicators 10,000 10,000 9,960 40 99.6% 10,000 10,000 9,960 40 100.0% Complete
70 EE1811 Meter Test Bench Replacement 40,000 40,000 28,150 11,850 70.4% 40,000 40,000 28,150 11,850 90.0% In Process Additional cable on order
71 EE1812 ABB Switchgear Replacement 450,000 386,000 373,835 12,165 96.8% 450,000 386,000 373,835 12,165 100.0% Complete
72 EE1814 R Transmission Line Maintenance Program 50,000 - - - 0.0% 50,000 - - - 0.0% In Process
73 EE1815 R Lighting Project 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 0.0% 100,000 100,000 - 100,000 0.0% In Process Pilot program underway
74 EE1816 R Distribution Cap & Control 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 0.0% 35,000 35,000 - 35,000 25.0% In Process
75 EE1817 R Ampacity Standardization 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0% 25,000 25,000 - 25,000 0.0% On Hold
76 EE1818 Piping/Wire - Heat Pumps 8,500 8,500 - 8,500 0.0% 8,500 8,500 - 8,500 0.0%
77 EE1820 Ann Avenue Underground Upgrade 133,000 - - - 0.0% 133,000 - - - 0.0% Cancelled Funds to be used for EE1513 per City Manager
Equipment on site. Begin installation as manpower
78 EG1800 R McKee Run Building Equip Replacement 20,000 19,300 - 19,300 0.0% 20,000 19,300 - 19,300 0.0% In Process allows.
VS access & remote breaker racking device.
79 EG1801 R Plant Syst Safety & Compl Improvements 70,000 70,000 6,028 63,972 8.6% 70,000 70,000 6,028 63,972 10.0% In Process Awaiting proposal for security camera equipment
Work to continue at McKee Run as weather and
80 EG1802 R Preservation of Structures 55,000 48,000 9,131 38,869 19.0% 55,000 48,000 9,131 38,869 10.0% In Process manpower allows.
PO issued to Suppression Systems Inc for $124,683.
81 EG1803 VanSant Fire Suppression Syst Upgrade 235,000 235,000 133 234,867 0.1% 235,000 235,000 133 234,867 5.0% In Process Work to begin May 14
PO issued to Tate Engineering for $67,789. Delivery
82 EG1804 Unit #3 Fast Start Upgrade 200,000 200,000 - 200,000 0.0% 200,000 200,000 - 200,000 10.0% In Process expected in mid May.
83 EG1805 R McKee Run Unit 3 Boiler Systems 100,000 100,000 20,101 79,899 20.1% 100,000 100,000 20,101 79,899 30.0% In Process Installatin during fall 2018 Unit 3 maint outage
Need to install cooling water and service water
84 EG1806 R McKee Run Auxiliary System Components 100,000 100,000 66,847 33,153 66.8% 100,000 100,000 66,847 33,153 70.0% In Process pumps
Analysis & configuration trainings. Chart of Accounts
85 M Purchase of ERP System 2,606,000 2,606,000 896,983 1,709,017 34.4% 1,500,000 1,500,000 838,731 661,269 40.0% In Process conversion
87 Totals - FY 2017 $ 6,085,000 $ 5,611,300 $ 2,054,490 $ 3,556,810 36.6% $ 4,979,000 $ 4,505,300 $ 1,848,165 $ 2,657,135
88
89 Grand Totals $ 10,858,300 $ 11,216,000 $ 4,112,746 $ 7,103,255 36.7% $ 6,877,000 $ 7,556,200 $ 2,726,614 $ 4,829,587
Legend
M = Multi-year project - a project with a specific schedule to occur over multiple years. B = Bonded Project
R = Recurring project - a project that begins and ends each fiscal year and is re-budgeted to start over each fiscal year. S = State fully or partially reimbursed project
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Memorandum
Office of the City Manager
PO Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: (302) 736-7005
FAX: (302) 736-7002
E-mail: khudson@dover.de.us
To: City Council
From: Kirby A. Hudson, M.P.I.A.
Assistant City Manager
Date: May 1, 2018
Subject: Passport Operations Report
Quarterly Report (12 Weeks) Passport Services
January 13, 2018 – April 6, 2018
# Days Library Costs (Staff
Week # Week of Reporting Customers Passports Open Received Hourly + FICA) Net Earnings
1 Oct 23-Oct 29, 2017 16 14 6 $ 448.35 $ (575.00) $ (126.65)
2 Oct 30-Nov 5, 2017 26 18 6 $ 673.40 $ (575.00) $ 98.40
3 Nov 6-Nov 12, 2017 29 20 6 $ 783.40 $ (575.00) $ 208.40
4 Nov 13-Nov 19, 2017 24 19 6 $ 713.40 $ (575.00) $ 138.40
5 Nov 20-Nov 26, 2017 29 26 5 $ 881.70 $ (480.00) $ 401.70
6 Nov 27-Dec 3, 2017 24 23 6 $ 713.35 $ (575.00) $ 138.35
7 Dec 4-Dec 10, 2017 25 17 6 $ 756.75 $ (575.00) $ 181.75
8 Dec 11-Dec 17, 2017 15 11 6 $ 450.05 $ (575.00) $ (124.95)
9 Dec 18-Dec 24, 2017 22 15 5 $ 650.05 $ (480.00) $ 170.05
10 Dec 25-Dec 31, 2017 26 20 5 $ 708.40 $ (480.00) $ 228.40
11 Jan 1-Jan 5 7 5 3 $ 248.35 $ (288.00) $ (39.65)
12 Jan 6-Jan 12 29 21 7 $ 924.70 $ (575.00) $ 349.70
Total for Quarter (12 weeks) 272 209 $ 7,951.90 $ (6,328.00) $ 1,623.90
Date Item Amount
12/6/2017 ASI Signage for Building $ 540.00
1/10/2018 Photo Paper $ 173.94
1/23/2018 USPS Stamps $ 11.40
Total Expenses for Quarter $ 725.34
Net Earnings Minus Expenses $ 898.56
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City of Dover
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
1 PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2018-02
2 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES FOR BANKING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF
3 THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE
4 WHEREAS, the City of Dover's investment policy includes the investment of funds up to $100,000 per
5 banking institution, investments in the State of Delaware Investment Pool, and the purchase and sale of
6 investment grade corporate bonds, and U.S. Treasury and agency securities; and
7 WHEREAS, the banking institutions, brokerage firms, trust companies, and other various financial
8 institutions require an Authorizing Resolution for the opening of accounts, and for purchasing, selling,
9 transferring, assigning, and handling securities.
10 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover, that the
11 Controller/Treasurer and Assistant Treasurers are hereby authorized to open accounts with banking
12 institutions and purchase, sell, transfer, assign, and handle securities and that they are authorized to sign all
13 related forms;
14 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the transactions in these accounts be carried out with any one
15 signature; and
16 That the following are the office holders authorized for these purposes, until further notice:
17 Lori Peddicord - Controller/Treasurer
18 Denise L. Devine - Assistant Treasurer
19 Traci A. McDowell - Assistant Treasurer
20 ADOPTED: *
21 S:\RESOLUTIONS-PROCLAMATIONS-TRIBUTES\2018\DRAFT\Resolution No. 2018-02 - Authorizing Signatures for Banking Services DRAFT.wpd
22
23 ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN TIMOTHY A. SLAVIN
24 MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT
25 Actions History
26 05/14/2018 - Scheduled for Introduction - City Council
P.O. Box 475 Dover, Delaware 19903
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
Dover, the Capital of Delaware, is centrally located in the state and is part of the Mid-Atlantic region.
The City is located approximately 90 miles from both Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. Dover’s
population ranks second only to Wilmington, Delaware. Delaware and the Eastern Shore counties of
Maryland and Virginia comprise the Delmarva Peninsula. Dover is also the largest city in land area on the
peninsula with a total land area of over 23 square miles.
Localities who receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) are required to develop a five (5) year Consolidated Plan and an
Annual Action Plan (AAP) per HUD regulation CFR 24, Part 91. The 2018 AAP is a concise summary of
proposed actions, activities, and resources to be used to address priority needs and specific goals
identified in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan. The specific goals identified in the plan include the four
goals that the Consolidated Plan revolves around. These goals on order of priority are:
1. Provide aid to special needs persons.
2. Preserve the existing housing stock.
3. Encourage owner occupied housing in low to moderate income areas.
4. Provide safe and livable neighborhoods.
The Action Plan will specify how the projects will further these goals for fiscal year 2016.
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to
another location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs
assessment, the housing market analysis or the strategic plan.
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The fourth year AAP continues the projects and activities necessary to achieve the goals created in the
Five –Year Consolidated Plan. Requirements for the Consolidated Plan requires the City to access its
housing needs, needs assessment and housing market analysis. The following summary identifies the
objectives and outcomes of these needs utilizing CDBG funds.
Goal 1: Provide aid to special needs persons – Objective- Provide support to homeless shelters and
increase support to agencies that provide rapid rehousing/rental assistance for those that are at risk of
homelessness. Outcome- To increase permanent supportive housing and reduce homelessness by
increasing availability.
Goal 2: Preserve the existing housing stock- Objective- Eliminate severe housing conditions that
constitute health and safety hazards. Outcome – To provide sustainability and bring substandard
housing up to code.
Goal3: Encourage owner-occupied housing in low to moderate income areas. Objective-Expand
affordable housing by providing down payment and settlement assistance to qualified families who
purchase properties within the City and designated revitalization target areas. Outcome-Increase
affordable housing
3. Evaluation of past performance
This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or
projects.
The following CDBG projects were funded during the FY17 program year. The Consolidated Annual
Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) will outline the status of these activities that will be submitted
to HUD in September 2018.
• Homeless Needs: One (1) homeless person received rental assistance for permanent housing
and two (2) motel vouchers were issued for 30-day stays. The Homeless Shelter received CDBG
funding for operations and maintenance cost that has serviced 299 homeless men during 2017,
with 84% securing employment.
• Housing Needs: Six (6) Emergency Home Repairs were completed on owner-occupied homes
and Homeownership Assistance was provided to 5 first-time homebuyers who purchased
affordable housing in the City of Dover.
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4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
Summary from citizen participation section of plan.
A minimum of two public hearings are required. Adequate notice is given through advertisement in the
City’s local newspaper and the City’s website, with copies of the notices sent to such service agencies
and public housing administration offices who serve and advocate for the low and very low income
persons and disability communities to encourage citizen’s participation input by the citizens and their
advocates to meet the needs of citizens and particularly those who are beneficiaries of the programs
covered in the Consolidated Plan. The draft plan will be available for review for 30 days.
The City will consider any comments or views of citizens or units of local government received in writing,
or orally at public hearings, meetings, etc., in preparing the City’s final Consolidated Plan and Annual
Action Plan. A fifteen-day period will be set aside for comments. A summary of these comments and
responses shall be attached to the final Consolidated Plan amendment of the plan or Performance
Report.
5. Summary of public comments
This could be a brief narrative summary or reference an attached document from the Citizen
Participation section of the Con Plan.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
There were no comments.
7. Summary
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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b)
1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant
program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator Dover Planning & Community Development
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative (optional)
The City receives the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. The City’s
Planning Department is the lead agency for the development of the Consolidated Plan and administers the CDBG program.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
City of Dover Department of Planning & Community Development
15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, DE 19901
Phone (302) 736-7196 Fax: (302) 736-4217
Website: www.cityofdover.com
Tracey Harvey, Planner/CDBG Administrator
Email: tharvey@dover.de.us
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AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
1. Introduction
The public participation events planned for the Annual Action Plan (2018) represent the culmination of
decades of experience in conducting similar events. In addition to the normal advertising of meetings in
the local press, the staff notified stakeholders in writing and by the internet. The public was also
notified of all meetings and hearings.
Two public hearings are required. Adequate notice is given through advertisement in the City’s local
newspaper and the City’s website. Copies of the notices are sent to service agencies and public housing
administration offices that serve and advocate for the low and very low-income persons and disability
communities to encourage citizen participation input by the citizens and their advocates, meet the
needs of citizens and particularly those who are beneficiaries of the programs covered in the
Consolidated Plan.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(l))
The City works to ensure coordination by gathering members of the community, state and local housing
authorities and various state and county agencies within the State of Delaware to consult on topics
regarding homelessness, persons with disabilities, elderly, persons with HIV/AIDS, services for children
and housing needs. The following is a list of agencies that the City of Dover consulted with in preparing
the Annual Action Plan:
• Homeless Planning Council
• Delaware State Housing Authority
• Dover Housing Authority
• City of Dover Planning Department
• State of Delaware Department of Health and Social Services
• Delaware HIV Consortium
• State of Delaware Division of Family Services
• Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity
• Milford Housing Development Corporation
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
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The Homeless Planning Council is the coordinator of the Continuum of Care (CoC) for the State of
Delaware. City planning staff is a designated member of the Delaware Interagency Council of
Homelessness and will continue to support the need of ending chronic homelessness by actively
collaborating with housing providers that service the homeless and those that are at risk of
homelessness.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate
outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and
procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS
Not applicable, the City of Dover does not receive ESG funds.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdiction’s consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities
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Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
1 Agency/Group/Organization Homeless Planning Council of Delaware
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was The City is a member of the Delaware Interagency Council on
consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the Homelessness and the Mayors Task Force to end veteran’s homelessness
consultation or areas for improved coordination? in Dover. The coordination with these two agencies will expand the
resources necessary to end homelessness.
2 Agency/Group/Organization NCALL Research
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was The City partners with NCALL for its Homeownership Assistance Program
consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the as part of a requirement for first time homebuyers to receive housing
consultation or areas for improved coordination? counseling.
3 Agency/Group/Organization DELAWARE STATE HOUSING AUTHORITY
Agency/Group/Organization Type PHA
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was The City consulted with the state and local housing authorities in
consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the determining the needs of the community through the public participation
consultation or areas for improved coordination? process and addressing the needs of affordable housing within the City.
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
Not applicable
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Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan?
Homeless Planning The City of Dover includes funding for homeless programs as a priority in its strategic plan
Continuum of Care
Council that are in line with the needs and priorities with the Continuum of Care.
Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Narrative (optional)
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AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting
The City of Dover’s Consolidated Plan Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) has been prepared by the City of Dover in accordance with the
requirements contained in Part 9115 of Title 24 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The CPP outlines the various methods the City will use to
inform its citizens of, and actively involve them in developing the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan.
The Consolidated Plan and Action Plan serves as the housing and community development planning document of the City and its application for
funding under the current Community Planning and Development (CDP) formula program CDBG.
Through public hearings, stakeholder interviews and the web-based community needs survey, goals were formulated by participants identifying
priority needs for the five-year Consolidated Plan.
A minimum of two public hearings are required to allow the public an opportunity to comment on the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan
and the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). Adequate notice is given through advertisement in the City’s local
newspaper, and copies of the notices are sent to such service agencies and public housing administrative offices who serve and advocate for the
low and very low-income persons and disability communities to encourage citizen’s participation input and meet the needs of the citizens who
are beneficiaries of the program covered in the Consolidated Plan.
The Draft Plans are made available for review and comments for 30 days at City offices and on the City’s website. The City will consider any
comments or views received in writing or orally and a summary of any views or comments not accepted and the reason therefore shall be
attached to all final reports.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL (If
response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable)
and reasons
Non-
1 Public Meeting targeted/broad None None None
community
Non-
2 Newspaper Ad targeted/broad None None None
community
Non-
3 Internet Outreach targeted/broad None None None
community
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c) (1, 2)
Introduction
The City of Dover receives the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the United States Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD).
Since CDBG resources are very limited, the City coordinates projects with other city departments, State and Local Housing Authorities and
partners with non-profit and private organizations that have multiple resources that will aid in meeting the goals and objectives of the
Consolidated Plan.
Priority Table
Program Source of Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
Funds Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
Allocation: Income: $ Resources: $ Available
$ $ Reminder
of ConPlan
$
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Program Source of Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
Funds Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
Allocation: Income: $ Resources: $ Available
$ $ Reminder
of ConPlan
$
CDBG public - Acquisition Expected amount includes a
federal Admin and reduction in grant funding over a
Planning four-year period.
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
There is not a match requirement for CDBG funds; however, sub-recipient agencies that were funded have additional resources to supplement
their projects. In addition, there are several initiatives and investment projects in the City where CDBG funds will be used as an additional
resource to supplement funding these projects.
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If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs
identified in the plan
Eleven (11) affordable housing properties were constructed on vacant land and sold in the Restoring Central Dover (RCD) area that were
developed by NCALL Research, Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity and Milford Housing Development Corporation. Recently, ten (10)
properties located in the RCD area were purchased by NCALL Research that will be demolished with new affordable housing constructed on the
lots to be sold to low income families.
Discussion
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e)
Goals Summary Information
Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
Order Year Year Area
1 HP-1 2018 2019 Homeless Dover City Homelessness CDBG: Tenant-based rental assistance /
Homeless/Rapid Re- Limits $5,000 Rapid Rehousing: 5 Households
housing Assisted
2 HP-2 Homeless 2018 2019 Homeless Dover City Homelessness CDBG: Homeless Person Overnight
Prevention Limits $22,000 Shelter: 300 Persons Assisted
3 AH-1 Affordable 2018 2019 Affordable Dover City Homeownership CDBG: Direct Financial Assistance to
Housing Housing Limits Assistance $105,000 Homebuyers: 5-6 Households
Assisted
4 AH-1 Affordable 2018 2019 Affordable Dover City Emergency Home CDBG: Homeowner Housing Emergency
Housing Housing Limits Repairs $39,719 Home Repairs: 5-15 Household
Housing Units
5 AH-2 Affordable 2018 2019 Affordable Dover City Homeowner CDBG: Homeowner Housing
Housing Housing Limits Rehabilitation $25,000 Rehabilitated: 2-3 Household
Housing Units
6 AH-3 Affordable 2018 2019 Affordable Downtown Homeowner CDBG: Homeowner Housing
Housing Housing Target Area Rehabilitation $20,000 Rehabilitated: 6 Household
Housing Units
Table 6 – Goals Summary
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Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name HP-1 Homeless/Rapid Re-housing
Goal Description
2 Goal Name HP-2 Homeless Prevention
Goal Description
3 Goal Name AH-1 Affordable Housing
Goal Description
4 Goal Name AH-2 Affordable Housing
Goal Description
5 Goal Name AH-3 Affordable Housing
Goal Description
Table 7 – Goal Descriptions
Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide
affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.215(b):
The City will provide homeownership assistance to 4 low to moderate income first time homebuyers who purchase affordable housing in
the City.
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AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d)
Introduction
The 2018 Action Plan is a supplementary document to the Five Year Consolidated Plan (2015-2019). The
goals and objectives focus on developing and sustaining viable communities and improving low and
moderate-income persons are addressed in the Consolidated Plan as part of the strategy for addressing
the needs of low and moderate-income people.
# Project Name
1 Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing
2 Connections Community Support Program
3 Homeownership Assistance Program
4 Milford Housing Homeowner Rehabilitation Program
5 Milford Housing Emergency Repair Project
6 Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity
7 Program Administration
Table 8 – Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
The projects that were selected were based on the highest-ranking priorities that were determined from
public hearings and a Housing and Community Development Online Survey identified by residents, local
government officials and housing providers. The obstacle in addressing the underserved need is the lack
of adequate funding to continue to address these needs.
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Projects
AP-38 Projects Summary
Project Summary Information
Table 9 – Project Summary
1 Project Name Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing
Target Area Dover City Limits
Goals Supported HP-2 Homeless Prevention
Needs Addressed Homelessness
Funding CDBG: $22,000
Description CDBG funds will be utilized for operating cost for the shelter that will include utilities and
maintenance cost.
Target Date 7/1/18
Estimate the number and type of families 300 Homeless Men annually
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description City-wide
Planned Activities
2 Project Name Connections Community Support Program
Target Area Dover City Limits
Goals Supported HP-1 Homeless/Rapid Re-housing
Needs Addressed Homelessness
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Funding CDBG: $5,000
Description CDBG funds will be used to provide rapid re-housing/rental assistance services for homeless
households within the City.
Target Date 7/1/18
Estimate the number and type of families 5 homeless families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description City-wide
Planned Activities
3 Project Name Homeownership Assistance Program
Target Area Dover City Limits
Goals Supported AH-1 Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Homeownership Assistance
Funding CDBG: $105,000
Description CDBG funds will be used to provide homeownership assistance to first time homebuyers
who purchase affordable housing in the City.
Target Date 7/1/18
Estimate the number and type of families 5-6 low income families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description City-wide
Planned Activities
4 Project Name Milford Housing Homeowner Rehabilitation Program
Target Area Dover City Limits
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Goals Supported AH-2 Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Homeowner Rehabilitation
Funding CDBG: $25,000
Description CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate existing owner-occupied housing in the City that is
in violation of the City's Housing Code.
Target Date 7/1/18
Estimate the number and type of families 2-3 low income families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description City-wide
Planned Activities
5 Project Name Milford Housing Emergency Repair Project
Target Area Dover City Limits
Goals Supported AH-2 Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Homeowner Rehabilitation
Funding CDBG: $39,719
Description CDBG funds will be used to provide emergency home repairs to owner occupied homes to
eliminate housing conditions that threaten the health and safety of low income
homeowners.
Target Date 7/1/18
Estimate the number and type of families 5-15 low income families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description City-wide
Planned Activities
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6 Project Name Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity
Target Area Downtown Target Area
Goals Supported AH-3 Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Homeowner Rehabilitation
Funding CDBG: $20,000
Description CDBG funds will be used for the exterior renovations of existing single-family homes in the
Restoring Central Dover Revitalization area.
Target Date 7/1/18
Estimate the number and type of families 3 low income families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description City-wide
Planned Activities
7 Project Name Program Administration
Target Area Dover City Limits
Goals Supported HP-1 Homeless/Rapid Re-housing
HP-2 Homeless Prevention
AH-1 Affordable Housing
AH-2 Affordable Housing
AH-3 Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Homelessness
Homeowner Rehabilitation
Homeownership Assistance
Funding CDBG: $54,180
Description CDBG funds will be used for the coordination, management and monitoring of the program.
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Target Date 7/1/18
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
The City of Dover will continue to undertake consolidated plan activities city-wide during the program
year. Funds have been allocated for the rehabilitation of a single-family home in the Downtown
Development District Target Area which is primary a low-income area with a high concentration of
African Americans.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Downtown Target Area 12
Dover City Limits 68
Table 10 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
The purpose of the target block approach is to concentrate resources available to the public, private,
and non-profit sectors for housing programs in a specific area (known as the Target Area). The Target
Area consists of one of Dover’s oldest working-class neighborhoods located in west central Downtown.
This concentrated approach is to insure the likelihood of an immediate visual impact and long-term
stabilizing effect of each area.
The major element of the Target Block Program will be concentrated home-to-home internal inspection
to determining deficiencies which need to be corrected. Substandard housing requiring plumbing,
electrical update to meet the Dover Building Code, but which is basically sound and suitable for
rehabilitation has been targeted. A sufficient number of low and moderate-income families must reside
in the area.
Discussion
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Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g)
Introduction
Over the past 13 years, the rental rates in Dover have increased over 49% and most likely will continue
to rise over time with a decrease in affordable rental housing units. The median home value had an
even higher increase by 80% from 2000 to 2011. With home values expected to rise over time,
affordable housing will become an issue if production of affordable housing is not constructed over
time.
The Fair Market Rent for a 2-bedroom rental unit is higher than the most recent median contract rent by
$206. This presents an issue for persons that do not live in subsidized housing that are low income and
paying over 50% of their income on housing. With the lack of affordable rental housing, it will also be
difficult for persons with Housing Choice Vouchers to find suitable housing.
The City of Dover is collaborating with other local housing providers on several initiatives to provide
affordable housing in low to moderate income target areas as well as city-wide by providing
homeownership assistance to first time home buyers who purchase properties within the City of Dover
and designated target areas, provide real estate tax relief over a 4 year period for persons that
purchase properties within the designated target area, receive a transfer tax rebate for properties upon
issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy for properties purchased after March 1,2015 within the
designated target area, and partnering with non-profits that will be constructing affordable housing for
low income persons over the next few years.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless 299
Non-Homeless 0
Special-Needs 0
Total 299
Table 11 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance 1
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 2
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One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 0
Table 12 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
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AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h)
Introduction
Dover Housing Authority (DHA) is the local Housing Authority that serves the City of Dover. DHA has a
total of 374 public housing units available for occupancy including 31 scattered site units. Most of these
units are 3 bedrooms. DHA also provides rental assistance to low and moderate-income persons through
HUD’s Section 8 Program. Presently there are 174 housing choice vouchers under lease and tenant
based which means they are only offered to tenants on DHA’s waiting list.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
DHA conducts an annual and a 5-year Physical Needs Assessment of their public housing inventory to
determine the public housing needs. Projects are prioritized by the greatest need and completed with
funding from their Capital Fund Program and their Operating Subsidy funds.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
Dover Housing Authority provides their residents with support and assistance in job training, parenting,
counseling, financial management and other skills. These programs are integrated in the housing
programs through the Family Self-Sufficiency Program and/or other Resident Initiatives. It is the
position of the City of Dover that these programs provide excellent opportunities for those in public
housing to become economically and socially self-sufficient. DHA also provides homeownership
opportunities through their Section 8 program, where the resident applies 30% of their income towards
their mortgage for the first fifteen years of owning their home and DHA pays the remaining 70%. After
fifteen years, the resident pays 100% of their mortgage.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
Not applicable
Discussion
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AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i)
Introduction
The City of Dover fully supports the Homeless Planning Council of Delaware challenge to End Chronic
Homelessness. The City will continue to provide CDBG funding to agencies and organizations that service
the homeless and those with special needs.
Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness
including
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
The City has provided CDBG funding to Connections Community Support Program to provide rapid
rehousing/rental assistance for up to three (3) homeless households within the City of Dover. The City
also accepted the Mayor’s Challenge to End Veterans Homelessness in Dover by December 2015. The
City met its goal by housing 50 veterans by December 28, 2015. The City will continue to work with
housing providers to end homelessness.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
The City has provided CDBG funding to the local emergency shelter for operating cost that will assist in
maintaining safe, decent and affordable housing. Code Purple was established in the fall of 2014 that
provides shelter for homeless persons in Kent County when the temperature or wind chill drops below
32 degrees. When Code Purple is in effect, the homeless are guided to emergency shelters and
participating churches within the City of Dover and throughout Kent County that provide warm beds.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were
recently homeless from becoming homeless again
Over the next year, the City of Dover will provide CDBG funding to the Connections Community Support
Program that will provide rapid rehousing/rental assistance to support the homeless population and
those that are at risk of becoming homeless transition to permanent supportive housing and
independent living. In addition, the Delaware Continuum of Care (CoC) provides supportive services as
well as the State Division of Health and Social Services.
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Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely
low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly
funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities,
foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving
assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services,
employment, education, or youth needs.
The local and State housing providers will continue to provide support to the population identified. In
addition, the Individualized Assessment, Discharge, and Planning Team (IADAPT) was established in 2010
to provide inmates with advocates that will assist them with mainstream resources once they are
discharged and reduce recidivism.
Discussion
One-year goals for the number of households to be provided housing through the use of HOPWA for:
Short-term rent, mortgage, and utility assistance to prevent homelessness of the
individual or family
Tenant-based rental assistance
Units provided in housing facilities (transitional or permanent) that are being
developed, leased, or operated
Units provided in transitional short-term housing facilities developed, leased, or
operated with HOPWA funds
Total
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j)
Introduction
The City of Dover is currently working on several revitalization and housing initiatives in collaboration
with other local housing providers that will assist in reducing the barriers to affordable housing.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve
as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning
ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the
return on residential investment
The following is an outline of incentives and goals to promote affordable housing in the City of Dover
within the designated target areas:
Incentives
• Provide up to 20% cash rebate for qualifying construction projects (capped at $1
million/property)
• A transfer tax rebate of the buyer’s portion of the real estate tax upon issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy
• Waiver of building, plumbing, mechanical and fire protection permit fees
• Waiver of City sewer and water impact fees
• 10-year abatement of property tax on the value of improvements
• Up to $20,000 in down payment cost to purchase affordable housing
• Property tax abatement for first-time homebuyers who purchase property in the
Redevelopment Target Area that occupy the home as their principal residence for four years
Goals
• Encourage greater zoning flexibility to enable infill housing development in the Downtown
Redevelopment District by relaxing setback and block standard requirements to allow
condominiums and townhouse styles of housing.
• Explore land banking and land trust options for assembling parcels and redevelopment efforts.
• Strengthen existing housing by expanding the Home Repair
Discussion
The City will continue to collaborate with other housing providers to provide affordable housing options
to meet the needs of low income residents and those with special needs.
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AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k)
Introduction
As resources continue to decrease, the City will continue to maximize its existing resources and
partnerships that will assist in addressing the needs of low to moderate income residents.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
The greatest obstacle in meeting the undeserved needs for the City are lack of federal, state and other
sources of funding and the lack of affordable housing. In addition, the City’s Downtown Target Area has
the highest concentration of low to moderate income residents with aging homes in need of housing
rehabilitation with only a 29% homeownership rate in this area.
The following is an outline of incentives to promote affordable housing in the City of Dover within the
designated target areas:
Incentives
• Provide up to 20% cash rebate for qualifying construction projects (capped at $1
million/property)
• A transfer tax rebate of the buyer’s portion of the real estate tax upon issuance of a Certificate
of Occupancy
• Waiver of building, plumbing, mechanical and fire protection permit fees
• Waiver of City sewer and water impact fees
• 10-year abatement of property tax on the value of improvements
• Up to $20,000 in down payment cost to purchase affordable housing
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The following are goals that the City will focus on to foster and maintain affordable housing:
• Encourage greater zoning flexibility to enable infill housing development in the Downtown
Redevelopment District by relaxing setback and block standard requirements to allow
condominiums and townhouse styles of housing.
• Explore land banking and land trust options for assembling parcels and redevelopment efforts.
• Strengthen existing housing by expanding the Home Repair Programs
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Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
Currently, the State of Delaware Department of Public Health enforces lead based paint abatement
within the City of Dover. Under the State's program, families with children who have been diagnosed by
the Public Health centers with lead poisoning are referred to a State Lead Based Paint Inspector. The
inspector then performs the relevant technical analysis of the family’s residence. If lead based paint is
discovered, abatement is required. The City of Dover Department of Planning and Inspections acts in
partnership with the State in assuring that lead paint hazards are reduced or eliminated, and that
affected housing units are brought up to code.
The City currently requires lead-based paint testing and interim controls in conjunction with its CDBG
rehabilitation program. The City of Dover Department of Planning and Inspections does not have the
equipment necessary to accurately identify lead-based paint during housing inspections.
In addition to the activities of the City of Dover and the State of Delaware Department of Public Health,
the Dover Housing Authority has been active in lead-based paint abatement in the City. The Dover
Housing Authority has tested and abated lead-based paint in all its public housing units. The Dover
Housing Authority also deals with the lead paint hazards in private rental units through the enforcement
of the Housing Quality Standards in conjunction with its Section 8 Rental Certificate/ Rental Voucher
Program
The City of Dover provides information and training to staff who administer the Homeowner
Rehabilitation Program to ensure the proper procedures are administered and that residents are
properly educated on the dangers of lead-based paint hazards.
For all rehabilitation projects that qualify for lead base paint testing and hazards, the City will take the
necessary actions in order to reduce lead base paint hazards in accordance with HUD regulations and
monitor the programs for compliance that carry out rehabilitation projects.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
The City of Dover will provide CDBG funding over the next two years to projects that will reduce the
number of poverty level families by addressing the most critical needs of families, such as providing
rapid rehousing and rental assistance to the homeless, providing funding and support to emergency
shelters, providing homeownership assistance to qualifying families who purchase affordable housing in
the City of Dover, and complete homeowner rehabilitation and emergency homes repairs to owner
occupied homes of low and very low income families in the City.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The main gap that exists in the Institutional Delivery System is the lack of affordable rental housing. The
public housing waiting list for Dover Housing Authority has 894 applicants and 934 applicants on the
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Section 8 waiting list. The average person remains on the waiting list for up to 18 to 24 months which
increases the risk of homelessness and suffers from a severe housing cost burden paying over 50% of
their income in rent.
The strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure is to continue to provide CDBG funding
and support to the existing service and housing providers that service the needs of low income persons
and those with special needs. In addition, the City will continue to work collaboratively with non-profits
and the State and local housing authorities on initiatives that support affordable housing in the City of
Dover.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City will continue to collaborate with public and private housing providers and social service
agencies to meet the goals and objectives of the Consolidated Plan. The Community Development
Administrator is a representative on several boards and commissions throughout the State that service
the needs of low to moderate income persons.
Discussion
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next
program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to
address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not
been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities 0
2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit
persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive period of one,
two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70%
of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the
years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 80.00%
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City of Dover
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
1 DRAFT PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2018-03
2
3 A RESOLUTION PROPOSING APPROVAL OF THE 2018 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
4 ACTION PLAN.
5
6 WHEREAS, the City of Dover is entitled to $270,889 through the United States Department of Housing and
7 Urban Development Community Development Block Grant program; and
8
9 WHEREAS, the City of Dover has prepared the 2018 Action Plan, in accordance with the United States
10 Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines, that serves as the primary planning document for
11 identifying and meeting the housing and community development needs for the low and moderate-income
12 residents of Dover; and
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14 WHEREAS, the City of Dover is in favor of utilizing the Community Development Block Grant funds for the
15 community development purposes in accordance with the National Community Development objectives of
16 benefiting low and moderate income families, eliminating slums and blight, and meeting other community
17 development objectives; and
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19 WHEREAS, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development requires the City of Dover to
20 submit a Consolidated Plan and an Action Plan for Application for Federal Assistance including the proposed use
21 of funds and including certain certifications and policies to obtain its $270,889 entitlement; for eligible activities;
22 and
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24 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER
25 APPROVE THE 2018 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and application for Federal Assistance
26 included in the Action Plan, along with certifications and policies attached and authorize its forwarding to the
27 United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for consideration.
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29 ADOPTED: *
ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN TIMOTHY A. SLAVIN
MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT
Actions History:
P.O. Box 475 Dover, Delaware 19903
Community Excellence Through Quality Service
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PETITION TO ANNEX AND REZONE PROPERTY
First Reading Before the Dover City Council
May 14, 2018
File Number: AX-18-01
Ordinance Number: 2018-04
Applicant: Jesse L. Allen
Owner of Record: Jesse L. Allen
Property Address: 3074 North DuPont Highway
Tax Parcel ID #: ED-00-057.02-01-04.00-000
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Present Zoning: BG (General Business District)
Proposed Zoning: C-4 (Highway Commercial Zone)
Comprehensive Plan Category 1: High Priority Annexation Areas
Designation:
Comprehensive Plan Commercial
Land Use Designation:
Present Use: Vacant Building
Proposed Use: Hair Salon
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City of Dover
PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2018-04
1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY
2 OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 3074
3 NORTH DUPONT HIGHWAY
4
5 WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within the
6 limits of the City of Dover; and
7 WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted use of property
8 described below from BG - General Business District (Kent County zoning classification) to C-4 - Highway
9 Commercial (City of Dover zoning classification).
10 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
11 DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
12 1. That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning
13 Ordinance of the City of Dover have been amended by changing the zoning designation from BG -
14 General Business District (Kent County zoning classification) to C-4 - Highway Commercial (City
15 of Dover zoning classification) on that property located at 3074 North DuPont Highway, consisting
16 of 0.69 +/- acres, owned by Jesse L. Allen
17 (Tax Parcel: ED-00-057.02-01-04.00-000; Planning Reference: AX-18-01; Council District: 3)
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19 ADOPTED: *
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22 Actions History
23 May 14, 2018 - Scheduled for First Reading - City Council