COUNCIL Minutes

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING The Regular Council Meeting was held on March 8, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President Williams presiding. Council members present were Mr. Leary, Mrs. Russell, Mr. Slavin, Mr. McGiffin, Mr. Hogan, Mr. Salters, and Mr. Ruane. Mr. McGlumphy was absent. Council staff members present were Police Captain Getek, Ms. Russell, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Townshend, Fire Chief Christiansen, Mr. DePrima, City Solicitor Rodriguez, Mrs. McDowell, and Mayor Carey. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Williams declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council is not in official session and cannot take formal action. There was no one present wishing to speak during the Open Forum. The invocation was given by Chaplain Dixon, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS Council President Williams noted that, due to the absence of Ms. Brumble, item #2, Recognition of Service - Dover Human Relations Commission - Katrina Brumble, should be deleted from the agenda. Mr. McGiffin moved for approval of the agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Salters and unanimously carried. Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). ADOPTION OF MINUTES - COUNCIL RETREAT OF JANUARY 29, 2010 The Minutes of the Council Retreat of January 29, 2010 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Slavin, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of Mayor Carey. ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF FEBRUARY 22, 2010 The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of February 22, 2010 were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Slavin, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of Mayor Carey. PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING - PROPOSED ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS - ORDINANCE #2009-28 AMENDING APPENDIX B - ZONING, ARTICLE 6 - OFF-STREET PARKING, DRIVEWAYS AND LOADING FACILITIES, SECTION 5 - SUPPLEMENTARY REGULATIONS FOR PARKING AND LOADING FACILITIES,

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 2 SUBSECTION 5.5 - RACE WEEKEND PARKING A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider approval of proposed zoning text amendments to Article 6 - Off-Street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities, Section 5 - Supplementary Regulations for Parking and Loading Facilities, Subsection 5.5 - Race Weekend Parking, within the Zoning Code. The proposed amendments would establish standards for motor vehicle and recreational vehicle parking for motor sports events. It would codify the existing policy that ensures that such parking is compatible with emergency access needs. The proposed amendment establishes a fee schedule for a permit to park more than five (5) recreational vehicles during a motorsports racing event. The proposed ordinance was reviewed by the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee during their meeting of December 14, 2009 and approved by City Council during their meeting of January 11, 2010, at which time the First Reading of the proposed amendments was accomplished. Since the ordinances will amend the zoning text, a public hearing is required. Mr. Salters moved that the Final Reading of the proposed zoning text amendment be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of Ordinance No. 2009-28 was accomplished during the Council Meeting of January 11, 2010). Mrs. Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, briefly reviewed the petition to amend the zoning text. She advised members that the Planning Commission recommended adoption of the proposed amendment (Ordinance #2009-28) to the Zoning Ordinance, including proposed Staff Amendment #1 (included in the First Reading), proposed Staff Amendment #2, and Planning Commission Amendment #1. Their motion also included a recommendation that City Council consider a lower permit fee for non-profit organizations. Mrs. Townshend noted that an amendment was not prepared in this regard, since the motion was not specific as to a fee, and requested Council=s consideration of a lower permit fee. She stated that it was staff=s opinion that the fee schedule that was developed is reasonable and would not cause any undue burden. She stated that the fees are reflective of the resources required by the City for managing the operations, etc. Council President Williams declared the hearing open. There being no one present wishing to speak during the public hearing, Council President Williams declared the hearing closed. Mrs. Russell moved for approval of Planning Commission Amendment #1, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). Mr. Hogan moved for approval of Staff Amendment #2, seconded by Mrs. Russell and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). By motion of Mr. Salters, seconded by Mr. Hogan, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 3 (Mr. McGlumphy absent), adopted Ordinance #2009-28, as follows:

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 4 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 6 - Off-street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities, Section 5 - Supplementary Regulations for Parking and Loading Facilities, Subsection 5.5 - Race weekend parking, be deleted in its entirety and inserting, in lieu thereof, the following: 5.5 Parking for Motorsports Racing. During any ten (10)day period prior to or two (2) day period following an auto racing event the following provisions shall apply: 5.51 Automobile parking a. Property located within a residential zone may be used for fee-based parking of motor vehicles. Fee-based parking shall not include parking of commercial vehicles for use by commercial vendors and sales representatives. b. Unimproved surfaces may be used for automobile parking. Such areas shall be reviewed by the Fire Marshal to ensure adequate emergency access. No stormwater management areas or other preserved open space shall be used for automobile parking. c. Automobile parking shall in no case obstruct fire lanes, parking lot drive aisles, emergency access, fire protection equipment, or cross access easements between properties. 5.52 Recreational vehicle parking. Recreational vehicle parking shall be permitted within all zones subject to the following requirements: a. No more than three (3) recreational vehicles shall be parked on a residential lot. b. Property owners wishing to provide parking for more than five (5) recreational vehicles shall apply for a permit from the licensing and permitting division a minimum of 60 days prior to the race event. Fees for the permit will be charged in accordance with Appendix F. Prior to issuance of a permit, the property owner or his agent must submit a legible diagram of the camping area to the licensing and permitting division. The diagram shall show recreational vehicle parking location, emergency access, drive aisles, entrance and exit, number of proposed recreational vehicles to be parked, location of power lines, and location of restroom facilities. c. Recreational vehicles shall not be parked within 25 feet of power lines as measured from the center of the utility pole. Vertical extensions

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 5 from recreational vehicles shall not be closer than 25 feet to power lines as measured from any point on the vertical extension. d. Recreational vehicles shall not be parked closer than ten (10) feet to other recreational vehicles, buildings or other structures, as measured from the long side of the vehicle; nor closer than two (2) feet from other recreational vehicles, buildings or other structures, as measured from the front or rear of the vehicle. The required ten (10) feet shall exclude any bump-outs or other protrusions from the side of the vehicle. e. Recreational vehicle parking areas shall have drivable surfaces engineered to hold the weight of recreational vehicles, fire equipment, and other emergency response equipment in all types of weather. f. Any changes to the layout of recreational vehicle parking areas shall be required to be submitted to the licensing and permitting division at least 30 days prior to the race event. g. The Fire Marshal's Office may grant an exception to any provision of section 5.52 if it can be demonstrated that equivalent means of public safety and fire protection are being provided. h. The Fire Marshal's Office shall develop policy guidance on the implementation of this section. BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED: That Appendix F - Fees and Fines, Appendix B - Zoning, be amended by inserting a new Article 6 - Off-street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities, immediately following Appendix B--Zoning, Article 5--Supplementary Regulations, as follows: Fees and Fines Description (in dollars) Appendix B--Zoning, Article 6--Off-street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities Sec. 5 Supplementary Regulations for Parking and Loading Facilities Subsec. 5.5 Parking for Motorsports Racing Subsec. 5.52(b) 1-5 Recreational vehicles No fee 6-25 Recreational vehicles $25.00 26-50 Recreational vehicles $50.00 51-100 Recreational vehicles $100.00 >100 Recreational vehicles $150.00 ADOPTED: MARCH 8, 2010

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 6 PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING - PROPOSED ZONING TEXT AMENDMENTS - ORDINANCE #2009-30 CORRECTION TO APPENDIX B - ZONING, ARTICLE 6 - OFF- STREET PARKING, DRIVEWAYS AND LOADING FACILITIES A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider approval of proposed land and zoning text amendments that would clarify that uses in existing buildings within the C-2 (Central Commercial) zone would not be required to construct new parking spaces. The proposed ordinance was reviewed by the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee during their meeting of December 14, 2009 and approved by City Council during their meeting of January 11, 2010, at which time the First Reading of the proposed amendment was accomplished. Since the ordinance will amend the zoning text, a public hearing is required. Mr. Salters moved that the Final Reading of the proposed zoning text amendment be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of Ordinance #2009-30 was accomplished during the Council Meeting of January 11, 2010). Mrs. Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, briefly reviewed the petition to amend the zoning text. She advised members that the Planning Commission recommended adoption of proposed Ordinance #2009-30. Council President Williams declared the hearing open. There being no one present wishing to speak during the public hearing, Council President Williams declared the hearing closed. By motion of Mr. Salters, seconded by Mr. Hogan, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent), adopted Ordinance #2009-30, as follows: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: That Appendix B - Zoning, Article 6 - Off-Street Parking, Driveways and Loading Facilities, Section 3 - Required Off-Street Parking Spaces, be amended to read as follows: 3.1 Schedule of requirements. Accessory off-street parking spaces, open or enclosed, shall be provided for any lot as specified in article 4, zone bulk and parking regulations or as specified below for each use in any zone, whichever is greater, except for existing buildings within the C-2 Zoning District, where Article 4, Section 4.14, zoning bulk and parking regulations governing the C-2 Zoning District shall prevail.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 7 ADOPTED: MARCH 8, 2010 PUBLIC HEARINGS - VIOLATION OF THE DANGEROUS BUILDING ORDINANCE - NOTTINGHAM MEADOWS SUBDIVISION - 433 BEUVALE LANE, AND 312, 328, AND 329 GILLIBROOK LANE - OWNED BY STOVER HOMES, LLC A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider a violation of the Dangerous Building Ordinance at 433 Beuvale Lane, and 312, 328, and 329 Gillibrook Lane, owned by Stover Homes, LLC. Mr. Scott Koenig, Public Services Manager, stated that each property is under construction for a single family home. The City of Dover has received an informal notice that the developer, Stover Homes, LLC, is no longer operating; therefore, these structures are currently unsecured and represent a potential danger to the health, safety, and general welfare of the community. Several neighbors have complained that people are entering the unsecured structures. Staff intends to board up the open garages since doors have not been installed. In addition, staff will either board the entry doors to the homes or place locks on the doors to secure the structures. No other work is intended to be done at this time. Mr. Koenig assured members that these properties meet several definitions of a dangerous building under Chapter 22, including but not limited to Section 22-381 - Definitions (12) - Unoccupied Buildings. Since these properties are unsecured and there is no property owner to notify, he explained that it would be appropriate to use the emergency provision under Section 288 of the Dover Code waiving the public notice requirements and the order to repair. Staff recommended that City Council: 1) declare the property dangerous; 2) order the Building Inspector to have the properties immediately secured; and 3) order the City Manager, with the assistance of the City Solicitor, to cause the cost of securing these structures to be charged against the land on which the building exists as a municipal lien or cause such cost to be added to the tax duplicate as an assessment, or to be levied as a special tax, or to be recovered in a suit of law against the owner. Mr. Koenig provided an estimate to secure the properties at a cost of less than $600. Responding to Mr. Salters, Mr. Koenig stated that staff will contact the bank, which has an interest in the properties, regarding the City=s action. He was not aware of the process or length of time involved in a foreclosure. Council President Williams declared the public hearing open. Mr. Alex Martin, 121 Derbyshire Avenue in Nottingham Meadows, advised members that the residents have held meetings and, since the beginning of the year, they were provided notification that Stover Homes is no longer in business, which is why the residents are in favor of the City=s proposed action. He noted that the properties are not secured and that children are

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 8 able to access them, which he explained could pose a danger. He also relayed concern with the properties being accessed and vandalized. Mr. Richard Scott, 216 Saxtondale Lane in Nottingham Meadows, urged members to approve the requested action. He advised members that he has observed children accessing the properties and that it is a dangerous situation. He also relayed concern with vandals accessing the properties. There being no one else wishing to speak, Council President Williams declared the public hearing closed. Mr. Ruane moved for approval of staff=s recommendation and that action, in regards to the structures located at 433 Beuvale Lane, and 312, 328, and 329 Gillibrook Lane, owned by Stover Homes, LLC, be taken, as follows: 1) declare the property dangerous; 2) order the Building Inspector to have the properties immediately secured; and 3) order the City Manager, with the assistance of the City Solicitor, to cause the cost of securing these structures to be charged against the land on which the building exists as a municipal lien or cause such cost to be added to the tax duplicate as an assessment, or to be levied as a special tax, or to be recovered in a suit of law against the owner. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leary and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). PLANNED NEIGHBORHOOD DESIGN - BAY VILLAGE GENERAL SKETCH PLAN - LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF WHITE OAK ROAD EAST OF STATE ROUTE 1 The Planning Office received a proposal to establish a Planned Neighborhood Development on 76.72+/- acres of land located on the south side of White Oak Road, east of SR 1, owned by Bay Village, LLC. Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development, briefly reviewed the application and advised members that the applicant is requesting to construct 462 residential units on approximately 76.72 acres known as Bay Village, south of White Oak Road and east of State Route 1. She reminded members that Bay Village was the subject of another Planned Neightborhood Development application in 2004, but this application included 224 acres and was proposing to utilize the Senior Citizen Housing Option. Mrs. Townshend noted that in accordance with Article 3, Section 24.1.a of the Zoning Ordinance, there is a three (3) step review and approval process for Planned Neighborhood Design (PND), which is intended to "... encourage superior residential environments through a unified planning process...". In the first step, the developer shall submit a general sketch plan to City Council for their consideration in determining whether or not the proposed project is of such a design and type that warrants further review by the Planning Commission. If Council determines that further review is warranted, then the project shall proceed to the second step, which is a more detailed Conditional Use Site Plan review and public hearing before the Planning Commission.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 9 Mr. Ruane relayed concern with making a determination, explaining that the only information provided was the general sketch plan, which appears to depict a full build-out plan/concept and does not appear to allow for other requirements, such as well-head protection areas, etc. He noted that there is no criteria provided in the Code to give guidance to members of Council with regards to determining superior residential environments and design. Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mrs. Townshend stated that the Code encourages a mix of uses of housing style and type, which the proposed plan provides. She explained that at this time, certain detailed requirements are not provided; however, she assured members that the open space plan and the active recreation plan would require review by the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee for their recommendation to City Council. In response to the concerns regarding the PLUS comments, Mrs. Townshend assured members that the applicant will be required to respond to each of the comments prior to submitting an application to the Planning Commission. Mr. Hogan also relayed concern with the general sketch plan, explaining that it depicts a very crowded and congested neighborhood. He questioned the location of the wetlands which must be protected. Responding, Mrs. Townshend stated that in any case where there are wetlands on a State map, the City would require a wetlands delineation prior to any development application. In response to Mr. Leary, Mrs. Townshend explained that if Council refers the PND to the Planning Commission, the first step would be for the applicant to submit a conditional use application to the Planning Commission, at which time the wetlands delineation, their concept for active recreation, landscaping, building architecture, etc. would be reviewed, so that by the time the matter is presented to the Planning Commission, much more information would be provided. The Planning Commission would hold a public hearing, and afterwards a decision would be made on the conditional use portion of the application. She stated that the plan design presented will probably be changed substantially prior to submission to the Planning Commission and that it could and probably would be changed again by the Planning Commission. Mr. McGiffin moved to forward the Planned Neighborhood Design Application for Bay Village, General Sketch Plan, to the Planning Commission, seconded by Mr. Leary. Mr. Ruane moved that the applicant be required to have responses to the PLUS comments contained in the package provided to Council when submitting documents to the City Planning Department. The motion was seconded by Mr. Slavin. Responding to Mr. Salters, Mrs. Townshend reiterated that the applicant will be required to respond to each of the PLUS comments prior to submitting an application to the Planning Commission. Mr. Ruane explained his understanding was that the response to the PLUS comments are not required until the second stage of the design review. His motion suggests that the response be required when the application is presented to staff, during the initial review. Mr. McGiffin felt that the City had a process in place and that the process should not be changed

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 10 on an ad-hoc basis. The motion that the applicant be required to have responses to the PLUS comments contained in the package provided to Council when submitting documents to the City Planning Department failed by a roll call vote of six (6) no, two (2) yes (Mr. Slavin and Mr. Ruane), and one (1) absent (Mr. McGlumphy). The motion to forward the Planned Neighborhood Design Application for Bay Village, General Sketch Plan, to the Planning Commission was carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes, two (no) (Mr. Hogan and Mr. Ruane), and one (1) absent (Mr. McGlumphy). SPECIAL PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE REPORT - FEBRUARY 22, 2010 A Special Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee meeting was held on February 22, 2010 with Chairwoman Russell presiding. Presentation - by Greater Dover Committee - Kent Sports Complex Ms. Linda Parkowski, Director, Delaware Economic Development Office, Tourism Division, explained that her office had received a number of Requests for Proposals to hold sporting events in Delaware and that these requests involved a significant amount of money. She subsequently met with Cindy Small, Executive Director, Kent County & Greater Dover Delaware Convention and Visitors Bureau, to discuss the possibility of locating such a facility in Delaware. Ms. Parkowski reviewed a presentation regarding a proposal for the construction of a sports complex in Kent County. She indicated that the complex could potentially include 15 multipurpose fields that could host "long-field" sports such as soccer, lacrosse, and field hockey, as well as other tournaments, and would also include a lighted turf stadium which could seat 1,000 people. She estimated that such a facility could result in an economic impact of as much as $30 million in one (1) year for Kent County. Ms. Parkowski noted that there is a need for more athletic fields in Kent County and that such a facility could alleviate problems stemming from the overuse of existing fields in the area. She anticipated that the facility would be organized through a public/private partnership and identified various potential stakeholders in the project. She reviewed a map of the proposed complex, which she explained would occupy 100 acres. She noted that Kent County donated a 600-acre site and offered effluent water from a nearby sewage treatment plant to irrigate the sports complex fields. Mr. Gregg Moore, President of the Greater Dover Committee (GDC), explained that his organization has adopted this project, believing that it could be a great enhancement to the community and a very strong economic development opportunity for Kent County and its municipalities. He explained that a consultant will be commissioned to perform a feasibility study to determine whether the proposed location, type of facility, number of fields, and connection with Route 1 are viable options. The study will also provide information regarding how other competing facilities operate, as well as who the owner and operator of the complex should be.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 11 He reviewed a map of the project=s proposed location, stating that the complex was originally considered for a location in central Dover; however, there were no properties large enough to accommodate 15-20 fields. However, the County had 600 acres of property which they were willing to donate. Mr. Moore stated the Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) is planning to eliminate crossings on Route 1 to expedite traffic south and has designed an interchange directly at the proposed site, which is scheduled for construction in 2013. He felt that the high speed highway connection to Dover and the beaches is a key factor in the plan, stating that this would be a great asset to the project in terms of both accessibility and visibility, and projected a very positive economic impact for Dover, as families attending sporting events would be drawn to Dover lodging and attractions. In response to Mr. Anthony DePrima, City Manager, Mr. Moore identified the area in discussion as being positioned off Route 1 near the bridge that crosses the Murderkill River, southeast of Frederica, and near the sewage treatment plant. He explained that Kent County had purchased the property surrounding the plant to prevent housing development in that area. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Ms. Parkowski explained that one option that is being considered as a funding source to help sustain the facility is a "room booking engine" which is an approach that is sometimes used by similar facilities. Under this system, when hotel rooms are booked for a tournament event, a rebate goes directly to the facility. She explained that this results in a user fee that is charged only to those who use the facility, as opposed to a general, overall tax. In response to Mr. Hogan, Mr. Moore stated that most Dover hotels are within 15-16 miles of the proposed site, which is similar to the situation in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, where a sports facility is currently operating successfully. He noted that this complex would be Dover=s closest competitor. He stated that Harrington hotels were approximately ten (10) miles from the site, but believed that the municipality of Dover would be the biggest beneficiary from users due to the availability of hotels and restaurants in close proximity to shopping in the City. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Ms. Parkowski stated that the proposed feasability study should provide recommendations to help identify an owner/operator for the facility, and that possibilities include a partnership arrangement or a non-profit group that hires a professional sports operator or management company. In response to Mr. Hogan, Mr. Moore indicated that baseball is not being proposed at the complex at this time because there are competing facilities presently both in northern Delaware and in southern Delaware. However, he stated that various types of offerings to be available at the site will also be considered in the feasibility study. Mr. DePrima provided a brief history of his involvement with the project, noting that it was first proposed for the City=s Garrison Tract. He stated this was ruled out as an option for various reasons, including zoning issues and the need to proceed with energy goals established by the City=s 2030 committee. He indicated that there was an attempt at that time to partner with Delaware State University for the project, but this was unsuccessful.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 12 In response to Mr. DePrima, Mr. Zachery Carter, Director of Parks and Recreation, confirmed that fields at Schutte Park are overused due to both league demands and utilization of the site for practice and "pick-up" games. Responding to Mr. Ruane, Ms. Parkowski stated that it is believed that, in order to be successful, the facility must operate 12-15 tournaments per year, but presumably could be used by the community the rest of the time. She emphasized that the feasibility study should provide information on which uses could be both economic generators and serve the community. In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Moore stated that the Central Delaware Soccer Association (CDSA) has been involved in the discussion regarding the facility and is interested in participating. Responding to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Moore stated that he hopes the facility would operate at no cost to the taxpayers. However; he noted that the GDC plans to approach a number of different sources for money, including the State, Kent County, the City of Dover, other Kent County municipalities, and any outside entities who want to help build, fund, and operate the facility. Mr. Ruane noted that City of Dover taxpayer money is already at stake in that City residents contribute $2.5 million per year in County taxes and have, therefore, contributed to funds used to purchase the land. In response to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Carter stated he felt the facility would not impact use of Schutte Park, as local teams will still need a place to play, and the proposed complex would host large tournaments with entry fees of approximately $500-$700 per team. Responding to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Moore stated that he is currently hoping to raise funds for the feasibility study, which is estimated to cost from $50,000-$100,000. He noted that he had recently received proposals from five (5) firms, one of which is the Ripken Baseball Group of Maryland, which has had success operating a similar facility in Baltimore. In response to Mrs. Russell, Mr. Moore stated that the feasibility study would provide projections for the number of jobs that could be created in both construction and operation of the facility; however, he felt that the greatest potential benefit to Dover will be the thousands of people who will be drawn to the City, resulting in increased jobs in local hotels, restaurants, and stores. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Moore projected that the feasibility study could take approximately three (3) months and that he anticipates the planning stage to continue for 12-18 months. Mr. Moore requested the City=s support for the project. No further action was taken by the committee.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 13 During the Council Meeting, Mr. Moore and Mrs. Parkowski provided a Presentation - Kent County Sport Facility: Making a Dream a Reality (Exhibit #1). Responding to Mr. Salters, Mr. Moore stated that neither basketball nor baseball were mentioned in the presentation. He advised members that one of the reason for pursuing the feasibility study is to make sure that the decisions being made are right in this regard. He explained that it was felt that baseball facilities are offered in communities throughout Delaware and there is not quite as much traveling involved in baseball, as with some of the other sports, reminding members that it is felt that this project will bring people in from other areas for the traveling sports, such as soccer and lacrosse. He noted that basketball, unless held inside, would not bring people in from other areas since tournaments are typically held inside. He stated that it is felt that there would not be available the necessary revenue required for basketball. In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Moore stated that there has been communication with the Central Delaware Soccer Association (CDSA); however, there have been no further discussions since their last committee meeting. Mrs. Parkowski advised members that the CDSA indicated their interest in participation and utilizing the facility and that they are very supportive of the efforts. Once the results of the feasibility study are obtained, she stated that further meetings with the CDSA will be held. Mr. Moore assured members that the Greater Dover Committee is considering all the comments being made and that updates would be provided as they move forward. He requested that the City of Dover become a partner and leader with the Greater Dover Committee and that the City include a financial contribution in their budget for the upcoming year. Statistics Regarding Jobs and Businesses Gained and Lost in the City of Dover since July 2009 Mr. William Neaton, Economic Development Director, reviewed a report listing employment statistics on the 12 largest employers in the Dover area and explained that his office has established relationships with the management and human resources departments of these companies in order to track job growth or decline. He stated that he plans to update the Committee and Council with this information on a semi-annual basis. Mr. Hogan noted that Dover Downs is planning to hire approximately 200 people and that Wal-Mart is planning to leave Dover, which will result in job loss. In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Neaton stated that December statistics indicate a decline in the unemployment rate in Dover. Mr. Ruane noted that the Committee would benefit from information regarding specific employment sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and finance and noted that some of the smaller businesses are being hurt the most.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 14 Mr. DePrima noted that the report is "organic" and will improve over time. He noted that the report is a good starting point and has value, as it allows staff to monitor employment trends. He felt that some decisions should be made on the boundaries to be included, noting that Comcast is not within City of Dover limits and that Wal-Mart will move outside City limits but will not result in job loss for residents of Dover. In addition, he suggested that statistics from Dover Air Force Base (civilian, uniformed, and active duty personnel) be added to the report. Mr. Neaton stated that information on the Air Force Base is readily available and will be provided to members. Benchmarks Established for the Economic Development Office Mr. William Neaton, Economic Development Director, reviewed a report on benchmarks established by the Economic Development Office. He explained that the Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP) recently partnered with an informal association of Bar, Restaurant, and Tavern owners in the downtown area, who will bring in three (3) or four (4) Friday night events to the area. He provided a verbal update to the report, stating that a total of three (3) new businesses have recently relocated to the downtown target area, resulting in the filling of three (3) vacant commercial tenant spaces. Mr. Neaton provided members an updated version of the Downtown Dover Partnership Vacant Building Inventory/Update (attachment to committee minutes) for review. He noted that the format was revised to include property profiles, asking price, and contact information so that this information is readily available to interested parties. Mr. Ruane suggested that the achievements of the Downtown Dover Partnership be reflected in the report, including the good work done in assembling land parcels and assuming responsibility for managing DDP-owned parcels. Statistics Regarding the Percentage of Pitts Center Users Who Are Non-Dover Residents Mr. Zachery Carter, Director of Parks and Recreation, reviewed the John W. Pitts Recreation Center Report of Participant Use, noting that 39% of all users are City residents, 53% non-City, and 8% are under age 12 or visitors. He indicated that non-revenue generating users consist of 41% City residents, 50% non-City, and 9% under 12 or visitors. He added that statistics for league play reflect that 20% of participants are City residents and 80% are from outside the City, and 33% of league sponsors are located in the City compared to 67% outside the City. In response to Mr. Hogan, Mr. Carter stated that access to the Open Gym varies by season and that there is sometimes no access available on Saturdays due to youth basketball and field hockey leagues. Mr. Hogan expressed frustration that the City is providing a "tremendous amount" of recreational opportunities for those residing outside of City limits. He felt that at some point, fees for non-City residents should be considered. Mr. Ruane suggested that the report be provided to the County and that they be encouraged to proceed with building an additional indoor recreation facility, as they had stated their intention to

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 15 partner with the City in meeting this need for area residents. In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. DePrima indicated that he intends to share this information with Mr. Michael Petit de Mange, Kent County Administrator. UPDATES Puncheon Run Watershed Action Team Report Mr. Scott Koenig, Public Services Manager, stated that he had no further information to report at the current time. Planning and Funding for New Library Mr. Zachery Carter, Parks and Recreation Director, stated that the Library Fundraising Campaign is active and $100,000 has been raised to date. He noted that approval to hire an architectural firm to prepare construction documents for the new library will be considered by City Council on February 22, 2010. Comprehensive Plan for Implementation Status Report A written report was submitted by Mrs. Ann Marie Townshend, Director of Planning and Community Development. Skate Park Committee Mr. Chris Asay, member of the Skate Park Committee, stated that after receiving permission from the Committee to proceed with a temporary skate park, Skate Park Committee members evaluated the site of the former water treatment plant south of Legislative Hall, determined it would be adequate, and met with neighborhood residents who granted conditional approval pending more details. However, he explained that after meeting with Mr. DePrima and Mr. Carter at the site, it was determined that the location had drawbacks, including limited visibility for monitoring purposes, and would also require fencing, which would cost over $10,000. It was the conclusion of the Skate Park Committee that a temporary skate park was not a viable option and that the City is continuing to leave skateboarders on their own to find non-sanctioned surfaces for practicing their sport. Mr. Asay stated that the Skate Park Committee requests that the City: 1) incorporate a modest allocation in the Parks Department budget for in-house construction of "skate spots", which are small concrete areas within larger parks in the city that could be built immediately; and 2) finalize a site to be designated for a larger, permanent regional skate park. He stated that it is the Skate Park Committee=s hope that this permanent project be incorporated in the master plan for Schutte Park. He noted that taking these steps would demonstrate the City=s commitment to providing local skateboarders with legitimate places to skate and allow the group to begin fundraising efforts. He stated that Kent County has expressed an interest in participating and requested that the Committee support these two (2) ideas.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 16 In response to Mrs. Horsey, Mr. Carter stated that Dover Park, Silver Lake, and a small area at Schutte Park are being considered for the addition of skate spots, which would provide locations in central Dover, as well as on the east and west sides. Mrs. Horsey expressed her support for these recommendations in view of the problems the City is currently experiencing due to unmonitored skateboarding activities. Mr. DePrima stated that the Skate Park project, which includes identifying three locations for skate spots and preparing a proposed concept, budget, and design for a major park, is one of Mr. Carter=s evaluation goals. He stated the Skate Park Committee could assist in this process by producing a document that would outline its recommendations for Mr. Carter=s consideration. In response to Mr. Ruane=s request that funds for skate spots be included in the budget for the next fiscal year, Mr. DePrima stated that he and Mr. Carter were discussing both skate parks and spray parks but did not feel both could be funded simultaneously. He stated that he would like to get a recommendation from the Committee regarding their priorities. Youth Advisory Committee Mrs. Russell stated that the previous Youth Advisory Committee meeting was canceled due to inclement weather, but the group remains active. Mr. Leary moved for acceptance of the Special Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee Report, seconded by Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried. UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - FEBRUARY 22, 2010 The Utility Committee met on February 22, 2010 with Chairman Ruane presiding. Water/Wastewater Service Handbook and Related Proposed Ordinance #2010-07 Mr. Ron Lunt, Public Utilities Director, informed members that the Public Utilities Department identified a need for an up-to-date document that outlined the standards and requirements of the water and wastewater utilities and associated infrastructure. He further mentioned that, historically, the various codes, rules, regulations, standards, specifications, requirements, and practices were not located or referenced within a single document. To rectify this situation, Staff developed a new document complete with several appendices and related ordinance amendments. Mr. Lunt stated that the primary goal of this handbook is to have all of the information in one document, benefitting property owners, customers, developers, consultants, contractors, and City of Dover staff. Mr. Lunt thanked Ms. Sharon Duca, Water/Wastewater Manager, and Mr. Jeremy Johnson, Electrical Engineer I, for their hard work on this project. Ms. Duca reviewed the Water/Wastewater Service Handbook and Related Proposed Ordinance #2010-07. Mr. Ruane commended the Public Utilities staff for their efforts on the handbook.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 17 Mr. Hogan suggested that the authors of the handbook should be listed on the document and that a copy of the handbook should be kept at the Library. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Ms. Duca stated that she was unsure if a double trap would be needed if an irrigation system was installed at a location where only one trap exists. In response to Mr. McGiffin, Ms. Duca stated that the handbook would be used for answers regarding installation and would be adopted along with the Ordinance. Major Kosior requested that the changes and updates be incorporated into a separate, condensed document to be used as a quick reference guide. Responding to Mr. Ruane, Ms. Duca concurred that separate, subject-specific handouts will continue to be provided at the entrance of the Public Utilities Department. In response to Mr. Ruane, Ms. Duca stated that, although new construction requires two (2) cleanouts, only the one outside of the right-of-way or easement line is the jurisdiction of Public Utilities; the cleanout located near the house is the responsibility of the Planning and Inspections Department. Ms. Duca further mentioned that the handbook is not meant for code enforcement on existing buildings but for use on new projects. Responding to Mr. Ruane, Ms. Duca stated that the section stating that no trees may be planted within ten feet (10=) of water and wastewater utility refers to the main line, not the lateral. In response to Mr. Ruane, Ms. Duca stated that, because the City is a contract user of Kent County, the City must adhere to the sewer section of the County code. Mr. Ruane suggested that a pamphlet be created to explain the codes related to sewer. In addition, he suggested that the City offer caps free of charge to residents to aid in the elimination of illegal discharges to the sanitary sewer system, similar to the City=s smoke detector giveaway, and requested that Staff research the cost of caps. Mr. Anthony DePrima, City Manager, thanked those involved in putting this document together. The committee recommended approval of the Water/Wastewater Service Handbook and Related Proposed Ordinance #2010-07. By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee=s recommendation for approval of the Water/Wastewater Service Handbook (Exhibit #2) and related proposed Ordinance #2010-07. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). (The First Reading of the ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting). Review of Utility Related CIP=s (Electric and Water/Wastewater) (December 2009) Members were provided the Capital Investment Plan Project Tracking Report (as of

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 18 December 31, 2009) and Major CIP Project Reports for the General Fund, Community Transportation and General Fund Street Funds, Water/Wastewater Improvement and Extension Fund, and Electric Improvement and Extension Fund. Mr. Anthony DePrima, City Manager, advised members that the CIP Report has been returned to the previous format, as it is more comprehensive. He stated that all of the electric projects have been started and that great progress is being made on the water/wastewater projects. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Mr. DePrima stated that the City received a substantial Federal grant for the Lincoln Park Center project, which involves the extension of Clarence Street from North Street to Forest Street and includes the redevelopment of the industrial land on those streets. In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. DePrima stated that the water tower project might be delayed due to a decrease in growth projections; however, three (3) potential sites for the tower are being considered. The committee recommended acceptance of the report. By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee=s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). Update - Green Energy Funding and Programming Mr. Anthony DePrima, City Manager, advised members that the City received notification from the Federal Government that the $180K for the Energy Efficiency Community Block Grant can now be expended. He further advised members that the contract for the Solar Project at the power plant has started, the specification process for the LED Project is underway, and the wastewater motor replacement is ready for the bidding process. Responding to Mr. Hogan, Mr. DePrima stated that the LED replacement lights will continue to work on a sensor as they currently do and advised members to report any flickering lights. In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. DePrima stated that he has not received any word regarding the State distribution of $9M of Federal funds allocated for green energy projects. Responding to Mr. Ruane, Mr. DePrima confirmed that the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC) is an electric customer of the City of Dover that received a $30K Green Energy Grant award. In response to Mr. Ruane, Mr. Ron Lunt, Public Utilities Director, stated that a recipient can be awarded more than one (1) grant if applying for different technologies, such as geothermal and solar. He further advised that there is a seven (7) month delay in grant awards, as there are more applications than available funds.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 19 The committee recommended acceptance of the Update on Green Energy Funding and Programming Report. By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee=s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). PACE/NAES Monthly Report (December) Members were provided the PACE/NAES Monthly Report for December. The report was provided to allow members the opportunity to monitor what is being sold in electric and the revenues received, which will give members a better understanding of any fluctuations and make improvements if deemed necessary. Although it was not staff=s intention to make a presentation of the report, they welcomed any questions. Mr. Anthony DePrima, City Manager, advised members that the budget was reset as part of a mid- year review process. He further mentioned that December was the coldest month on record and that there were no run time or accidents. Mr. DePrima noted that CO2 credits were added in the amount of $6K. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has requested that the plant be turned on for testing, and when this occurs there will be costs involved. The committee recommended acceptance of the PACE/NAES Monthly Report for December. By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee=s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT - FEBRUARY 22, 2010 The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met on February 22, 2010 with Councilman Salters presiding in the absence of Chairman McGlumphy. Review and Recommendation - Filling of Critical Positions During their meeting of February 23, 2009, members recommended approval of the Hiring Freeze for Fiscal Year 2008-2009, but to allow the hiring of critical positions through the review and approval of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee and City Council. It was suggested that there be a "standing" agenda item to consider the filling of critical positions and, if there are no positions to consider, the item could be removed.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 20 Temporary/Part-Time Account Clerk III Mrs. Mitchell, Controller/Treasurer, explained that due to the increased workload in the payroll office, it is necessary to hire a temporary/part-time Account Clerk III and briefly reviewed the hiring justification provided to members. She advised members that the position would be filled through Accountemps Agency for 22 weeks, beginning March 1, 2010 through July 31, 2010. Responding to Mr. Leary, Mrs. Mitchell indicated that an extra position has been budgeted for to help with the workload in next fiscal year=s budget and that staff is also reviewing the possibility of outsourcing as an alternative. The committee recommended that staff be granted permission to recruit for the position of a temporary/part-time Account Clerk III, as requested by staff. By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee=s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). Proposed Amendment to the United Way Land Lease Mr. DePrima advised members that in 1985, the City of Dover leased excess land located on United Way Drive to the United Way for one ($1) dollar. The purpose was to give the United Way an opportunity to build an office building on the property. The terms of the lease allowed the United Way to lease the property as long as it was used for its purposes. One condition of the lease was that the United Way could not sublease the property without approval from the City of Dover. The United Way constructed a building on the lot and has occupied it in accordance with the lease since 1986. Mr. DePrima stated that the United Way of Delaware now wishes to relocate its Kent County Office to the new Community Service building, which is a more central location that will put the organization in closer contact with the many nonprofit groups it serves. The Community Services building is operated by the Greater Dover Committee at 101 W. Loockerman Street, Suite 2B. The United Way wants to make its existing facility available to its nonprofit partners that may need the space to provide direct services to the people of Kent County. These services might include job training programs, financial assistance programs, youth services, and other related initiatives that would be especially meaningful in the present economy. Under the current lease, Mr. DePrima explained that the United Way would have to seek City Council approval each time it wishes to sublease its property to one of its partners. As an alternative, a lease amendment has been prepared to give the United Way the flexibility to sublease its properties to partner organizations. He stated that it is staff=s opinion that the City has no need for the land, and the lease amendment preserves the spirit of the original lease. Members were provided with the original land lease, as well as the proposed amendment. Staff recommended approval of the proposed amendment that will allow the United Way to sublease property to partnership organizations.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 21 Responding to Dr. Jones, Ms. Michelle A. Taylor (President and Chief Executive Officer for United Way of Delaware) indicated that there is already one (1) potential partner who works with the Unemployment Office and State Service Centers and provides some workforce development services, such as conducting training, rebuilding competency skills, etc. In response to Mr. Leary, Mr. DePrima stated that, should the committee recommend its approval, he would request the City Solicitor to review the proposed amendment prior to the committee=s recommendation being considered by City Council on March 8, 2010. The committee recommended approval of the proposed lease amendment that will allow the United Way to sublease property to partnership organizations, contingent upon the City Solicitor=s review. (City Clerk=s Office Note: The lease amendments have been reviewed and approved by City Solicitor Rodriguez). By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the proposed lease amendment (Exhibit #3), as recommended by the committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). Final Report - Revenue/Cost Saving Ideas Submitted for Consideration During their meeting of May 19, 2009, Council reviewed the budget for Fiscal Year 2009/2010 which included a budget shortfall in the amount of $986,781 (across all three (3) funds). In light of the shortfall, Mr. Kenneth Clendaniel, along with the IUE, provided a list of suggestions to save money and increase revenue throughout the City of Dover. Mr. McGlumphy had noted that the 30 suggestions would be considered by members 10 at a time. During their meeting of July 13, 2009, members began their review of a list (items #1-#10) of revenue/cost saving ideas developed by employees (items #11-#20 were reviewed during their meeting of August 10, 2009; items #21-#30 were reviewed during their meeting of September 14, 2009; and items #31-#48 were reviewed during their meeting of October 12, 2009). During the committee meeting of October 12, 2009, staff was directed to provide the Committee with a more detailed analysis on all suggestions for further discussion. It was estimated that it would take at least a month for staff to research and analyze findings before reporting back to the Committee. Mr. DePrima, City Manager, submitted a report that provided the recommendation/status as well as the estimated revenue decrease/increase regarding the Revenue/Cost Saving Ideas Submitted by City Employees. The committee recommended acceptance of the reports submitted, List of Ideas for the City to Save Money or Bring in Revenue and City Wide Ideas to Save Money. Mr. Leary reiterated appreciation for the ideas that were brought forward by Mr. Clendaniel and other employees throughout the City.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 22 By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee=s recommendation for acceptance of the reports submitted, List of Ideas for the City to Save Money or Bring in Revenue and City Wide Ideas to Save Money. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). Proposed Ordinance #2010-06 - Amending Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article VI - Exemptions; Board of Assessment Appeals, Section 102-183 - Tax Exemptions for Senior Citizens, Subsection (b) - Qualifications, Subsection (3) - Exclusions from Income Members were provided Proposed Ordinance #2010-06 that would place a cap on the excluded amount allowed for Civil Service Pension. Ms. Russell, City Assessor, advised members that when an ad hoc committee was formed in October 2007 to discuss property tax reductions for senior citizens, a major topic was the addition of an exclusion for Federal Civil Service Retirement. It was reported that former federal retirees participate in this retirement plan as an alternative to Social Security. The Federal Civil Service Retirement was approved as an exclusion and became effective for the July 2008 Billing. She stated that during the past two (2) years, the Assessor=s Office has noticed that there are approximately 16 senior citizens who benefit from the new exclusion. The purpose of this ordinance amendment is to implement an income cap for federal retirees as is currently in effect for Social Security retirees. Mrs. Russell indicated that if the amendment is adopted, approximately five (5) senior citizens would not qualify for the Senior Reduction in taxes because of the significant amount of income that is received from the Civil Service Pension. Staff recommended approval of Proposed Ordinance #2010-06, amending Chapter 102 - Taxation, Article VI - Exemptions; Board of Assessment Appeals, Section 102-183 - Tax Exemptions for Senior Citizens, Subsection (b) - Qualifications, Subsection (3) - Exclusions from Income. The committee recommended adoption of Proposed Ordinance #2010-06. By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for approval of the committee=s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). (The First Reading of the ordinance will take place during the latter part of the meeting). By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote ( Mr. McGlumphy absent). MONTHLY REPORTS - JANUARY 2010 By motion of Mr. Slavin, seconded by Mr. Salters, the following monthly reports were accepted by consent agenda: Budget Report

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 23 Chief of Police Report City Assessor Report City Manager's Report City Planner=s Report LETTER IN OPPOSITION TO HOUSE BILL #194 - ADDITION OF NEW GAMBLING VENUES IN DELAWARE During their Regular Meeting of February 22, 2010, members considered a request for the submission of a letter in opposition to the addition of new gambling venues in Delaware (House Bill #194). After much discussion, members requested that the letter be redrafted in a format that is appropriate for the City of Dover and that House Bill #194 and other appropriate materials be provided and resubmitted at the next City Council Meeting for further consideration. Council President Williams noted that members have been provided with a revised letter as well as House Bill #194 and its amendments. Mr. McGiffin moved for approval of the letter as drafted, seconded by Mr. Hogan. Mr. Hogan stated his concurrence with the concept as included in the letter, indicating his feeling that three (3) casinos is adequate for Delaware. His only concern with the draft letter is with the reference of a "catastrophic collapse" as mentioned in line 25. He suggested that line 25 of the letter be amended to replace "lead to catastrophic collapse of" to "could create serious financial damage to". Mr. Ruane suggested that there are other exaggerations in the letter; however, he relayed his concurrence with the general concept. Mr. Hogan moved that line 25 of the letter be amended to replace "lead to catastrophic collapse of" to "could create serious financial damage to". The motion was seconded by Mr. McGiffin and unanimously carried. The motion for approval of the letter as amended (Exhibit #4) was unanimously carried. SETTING OF PROPERTY ASSESSMENT APPEALS Ms. Russell, City Assessor, requested that the 2010 Property Assessment Appeals be scheduled for May 3, 2010 through May 7, 2010, and May 24, 2010 through June 11, 2010 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Mr. Slavin moved to set the property assessment appeals as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried. ANNUAL REPORTS - PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND POLICE DEPARTMENT By consent agenda, Mr. Slavin moved for acceptance of the Annual Reports of the Planning and Community Development and the Police Departments (as on file in the Office of the City Clerk), seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. McGlumphy absent). REZONING REQUEST/FIRST READING - NOTTINGHAM MEADOWS - SOUTH

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 24 SIDE OF HAZLETTEVILLE ROAD, WEST OF WYOMING MILL ROAD A request was received to rezone properties located on the south side of Hazlettville Road, west of Wyoming Mill Road, consisting of 88.10+/- acres, owned by multiple individual property owners. The property is currently zoned RM-1 (Medium Density Residence) and the requested zoning is R-8 (One Family Residence). Prior to amending the zoning ordinances and zoning map of the City of Dover, a public hearing is required. By motion of Mr. Ruane, seconded by Mr. Slavin, Council unanimously referred the request to the Planning Commission on April 19, 2010 and set a public hearing for May 24, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the Zoning Ordinance Amendment as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF HAZLETTVILLE ROAD, WEST OF WYOMING MILL ROAD. FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCES Council President Williams reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinances are available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or can be obtained from the City Clerk's Office. Final action by Council on the proposed ordinances will take place during the Council Meeting of March 22, 2010. In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the Ordinance Amendment as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows: < PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2010-07 AMENDING CHAPTER 98 - STREETS, SIDEWALK AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES, CHAPTER 110 - UTILITIES, ARTICLE III - WATER SERVICE, CHAPTER 110 - UTILITIES, ARTICLE IV - SEWER SERVICE, AND APPENDIX F - FEES AND FINES (REFERRED BY THE UTILITY COMMITTEE) < PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2010-06 AMENDING CHAPTER 102 - TAXATION, ARTICLE VI - EXEMPTIONS; BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS, SECTION 102-183 - TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS, SUBSECTION (B) - QUALIFICATIONS, SUBSECTION (3) - EXCLUSIONS FROM INCOME (REFERRED BY THE LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE) COUNCIL MEMBERS ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. McGiffin reminded members to mark their calendar for June 26, 2010 for the next African American Festival. Mr. Ruane reminded members that the St. Patrick=s Day Parade will be held on Saturday.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MARCH 8, 2010 PAGE 25 Mr. DePrima advised members that they were provided information on the latest estimate (known as the mid-year review). This review has always been held during the first meeting in March; however, it has been decided to postpone this review until the second meeting in March since the Chairman of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee wanted time to discuss the Pay-for-Performance. He reiterated that the information has been provided in the time frame that it is usually provided and that if there are any questions or concerns, he suggested that members contact staff. Mr. Salters moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried. Meeting Adjourned at 8:59 P.M. TRACI A. McDOWELL CITY CLERK All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of March 8, 2010, are hereby approved. CARLETON E. CAREY, SR. MAYOR /TM/jg mag2C1B.wpd Exhibits Attached to Original Minutes and File Copy Exhibit #1 - Presentation - Kent County Sport Facility: Making a Dream a Reality Exhibit #2 - Water/Wastewater Service Handbook Exhibit #3 - Lease Amendment - United Way Land Lease Exhibit #4 - Letter in Opposition to House Bill #194

EXHIBIT #1 Regular Council Meeting of 03/08/2010 Kent County Sport Facility: Making a Dream a Reality EXHIBIT #1 Greater Dover Committee Regular Council Meeting of 03/08/2010

Questions? • What can meet the wants and needs of the majority of youth in Kent County area? • What can serve as an economic generator by attracting visitors to Kent County? • What is somewhat recession proof? • What is healthy and receives parental support? • What can enhances overall quality of life for everyone in Kent County?

ANSWER Sport & A Sport Facility •

IMAGINE • 15 multipurpose fields hosting soccer, lacrosse, field hockey and football. • A lighted, Turf stadium seating for up to 1000, • A concession stand and pro shop. • Locker rooms, meeting rooms, and restrooms. • Thousands of children and adults from Kent County using the facility • Thousands of outside visitors in Kent County because of the facility

IMAGINE United Sports Training Center Downingtown, PA

Benefits of Kent County Sport Facility • Economic Impact • Increased Visitors/Tourist to County • Improved Quality of Life in Kent County • Recreational Outlet for Youth • Increased Property Values and taxes • Increased County and State Visibility • Effective Use of County Land Bank • Could host State Championships

Benefits of Kent County Facility • Allows Kent County and State to pursue bids to host more youth sport events • Increased Revenues for Hotels, Restaurants and Shopping • Job creation • Better ROI than other possible facilities • Brings people from different backgrounds together

Economic Impact Facts • Amateur Sport – Estimated $3.3 billion to $4 billion in direct spending at amateur sports events in the United States. – That's more than 10 times the estimated economic impact of the 2005 Super Bowl. • The Greater Chattanooga Sports and Events Committee – estimated that economic impact generated from sporting events held in Chattanooga in 2005, surpassed the $23.8 million mark.

Economic Impact Facts • U.S. Youth Soccer Region 1 Championships • Charlestown, West Virginia • Provided over $ 12 million in economic impact • Over 20,000 people in 5 days

Why Tournaments? • The visitors shop in our stores • Eat in our restaurants • Stay in our hotels
pay accommodations tax • Buy groceries and snacks • Buy gas and pay tolls • ** All with out-of-state money**

To Host Tournaments Selection criteria for tournament site committees includes: • At least 14 fields in one location • Minimum number of Hotels in close proximity • Variety of Restaurants in close proximity. • Central geographic location for individuals and or teams participating.

Tournaments • Imagine a permanent home for the Tournament of Bands • 10,000 participants plus 7,000 spectators every year in November • Economic impact to Kent County $ 4 million

Tournaments • Imagine 4-6 regional tournaments for each of the sports listed with economic impact of $2.5 million each annually • Imagine 2-4 national tournaments with economic impact between $3-6 million dollars each. • Imagine Tournament of Bands $4 million annually • That’s an estimated economic impact of $30 million in one year!!!

Lost Business in 12 Weeks: • US Lacrosse 2009 U-15 National Championships – 64 Teams - July 2009 - 3000 attendees - 5 days – Estimated economic impact = $ 2.7 million – Needed 15 Lacrosse fields • AY Football Regional Tournament November 2009 – 36 Teams - November 2009 - 3 days – Estimated economic impact = $ 1.8 million – Needed 6 Football Fields • Tournament of Bands – November every year needs a Football stadium – Economic impact $ 4 million Total Economic Loss = $ 8.5M in 12 weeks

Example of Economic Impact to Kent County US Lacrosse U15 National Championship Out of Town Average Length of Item Visitors Spending/Day Stay (days) Multiplier Total Spectators 5,000 $215 5 1.5 $8,062,500 Participants 1,536 $115 5 1.5 $1,324,800 Economic Impact $9,387,300.00

Delaware Sports Commission “To bid, recruit, and host regional and national sporting events at all levels of competition in the State for the purpose of utilizing sports facilities in the State, enhancing the economic development of the State, and promoting Delaware as a destination for amateur and professional sports.” Goal: Attract sporting events to the State for economic development

We Need the Business • Economic Recession has had a severe effect on numerous Delaware businesses • Hotel occupancy rates have dropped dramatically in the past few years • More and more hotels have been built, which has flooded the market increasing inventory by 40% • Kent County Sport Facility can bring business to the area

Excess Demand for Fields • With thousands of youth players participating in sports, grass fields are being overused and destroyed • The overuse of these fields leads to a poor quality playing surface
LESS SAFETY • Decreasing number of quality fields in Delaware • Kent County Sports Facility would alleviate these problems

Growth in Longfield Sports in Delaware 2000 2008 13%of Rate Increase Soccer 10,000 11,500 13% Field 1372 1511 9% Hockey Lacrosse 400 960 42%

Closest Competing Facilities: • United States Training Facility in Downingtown PA • Maryland Soccer Plex Germantown, MD • Virginia Beach SportsPlex

Could be this… Maryland SoccerPlex Germantown, MD

Or This… Maryland SoccerPlex Germantown, MD

Proposed Intersection

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Public/Private Partnership • Public (Kent County) – Land Bank – Infrastructure – Bonds and or Taxes • Private (Sport Club) – Expertise in Running – Revenue Generation – Secure Capital

Stakeholders/Partners • State Tourism Office • Kent County Levy Court • Kent County Convention and Visitors Bureau • Greater Dover Committee • Local Sport Organizations • Members of the Local Community

Path Forward • Feasibility Study to include site evaluation • Fund the study • GDC has agreed to issue RFP • GDC will fundraise for the project

THANK YOU! Copy of the presentation: www.greaterdovercommittee.org

EXHIBIT #2 Regular Council Meeting of 03/08/2010 City of Dover Water/Wastewater Handbook Public Utilities Department Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Table of Contents Introduction and Contact Information 5 I. Definitions 8 II. Process Outline 11 A. Applicable Projects 11 1. Renovation to Existing Building or Developed Site 11 2. Site Development 11 3. Subdivision 12 B. Waivers and Extensions 12 1. Administrative Waivers 12 2. Administrative Extensions 12 C. Approvals Required 13 D. Time Line 14 III. Plan Requirements 16 A. General Plan Data 16 B. Utility Plan Data 17 C. Standard Water / Wastewater Notes and Requirements 18 IV. Design and Installation Standards 20 A. General 20 B. Water 20 1. Design Requirements 20 2. Infrastructure Components 22 3. Installation Requirements 26 C. Wastewater 28 1. Design Requirements 28 2. Infrastructure Components 30 3. Installation Requirements 35 D. Wastewater – Pumping Stations 37 1. Design Requirements 37 2. Infrastructure Components 37 3. Installation Requirements 47 2 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us V. Construction Phase 50 A. Pre-Construction Meeting and Requirements 50 1. Scheduling 50 2. Submittals 50 3. Notice to Proceed 51 B. Inspection Requirements 51 1. Accessibility and Notification 51 2. Authority and Inspections 53 C. Water Testing Requirements 56 1. Pressure Testing 56 2. Sterilization Testing 57 D. Water Meter Inspections 58 E. Wastewater Testing Requirements 58 1. Air Testing 58 2. Hydrostatic Testing 59 3. Infiltration Inspections 60 4. Video Inspections 60 F. Tracer Wire and Identification Tape Verification 61 G. Final Inspection, Request for Acceptance and Dedication 62 1. Final Inspection 62 2. Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance 62 3. Public Infrastructure Dedication 63 VI. Operations and Maintenance 64 A. Water 64 1. General 64 2. Repairs and Replacement 66 3. Water Distribution System Flushing Program 67 4. Fire Hydrant Flow Testing and Fire Suppression System Testing 68 5. Fire Hydrants 69 6. Water Meters 70 7. Backflow Prevention 71 8. Concerns and Problems 71 B. Wastewater 72 1. General 72 2. Repairs and Replacement 73 3. Maintenance 75 4. Sanitary Sewer Main Jetting Program 76 5. Wastewater Meters 76 6. Prohibited Discharges 77 7. Concerns and Problems 78 3 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us VI. Operations and Maintenance con. C. Customer Services 78 1. Application for Service 78 2. Transference, Discontinuance and Suspension of Service 79 3. Water and Wastewater Rates and Tariffs 81 4. Billing 81 5. Payments 83 6. Tampering 84 APPENDIX A: Water / Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist A1 APPENDIX B: Water / Wastewater Final Plan Submission Checklist B1 APPENDIX C: Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist C1 APPENDIX D: Acceptable Water Materials Checklist D1 APPENDIX E: Acceptable Wastewater Materials Checklist E1 APPENDIX F: Acceptable Wet Well/Dry Well Pump Station Materials Checklist F1 APPENDIX G: Acceptable Vacuum Primed Pump Station Material Checklist G1 APPENDIX H: Standard Details H1 APPENDIX I: Operations and Maintenance Exhibits I1 4 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Introduction and Contact Information Dear Customer: The City of Dover Public Utilities Department provides public water and wastewater services to our customers within the City limits and to some customers just outside the City limits. As of the effective date of this Handbook, we currently register over 13,000 water accounts and over 11,500 wastewater accounts. In order to ensure that our current and future customers, as well as developers and consultants, are informed of our policies and procedures, we are pleased to provide this Handbook which details design, construction and operation and maintenance aspects of both the water and wastewater systems. The City of Dover operates and maintains all components of the water system. The determined safe capacity for the water system is currently 10.64 MGD (million gallons per day). In addition, staff performs over 1,800 routine analyses per month to ensure the provided water meets all State and Federal requirements. The infrastructure elements of the City of Dover water system as of the effective date of this Handbook include the following: Fifteen (15) deep production wells (micro-plants) which deliver potable water directly to the distribution system. A shallow well field consisting of seven (7) production wells that supply water to the water treatment plant. The water treatment plant in turn delivers potable water directly to the distribution system. Six (6) elevated storage tanks with a combined capacity of 3.75 million gallons. Approximately 195 miles of water main ranging in size from one and one-half inches (1-1/2”) to sixteen-inches (16”). The distribution system also contains over 1,600 fire hydrants and 1,800 division valves. The City of Dover operates and maintains all components of the wastewater collection system. The wastewater that is collected is then sent to the Kent County wastewater system for treatment. The average daily flow from the City of Dover system to the Kent County system is approximately 4.5 MGD (million gallons per day). Industrial waste lab analyses are performed to ensure compliance with Kent County regulations for treatment. The County has established regulations, which are herein adopted by reference, prohibiting various discharges to the system, that could threaten protect public safety and 5 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us the physical integrity of the system, violate any of its permit requirements or preclude the use of the most cost-effective alternatives for treatment and disposal. The infrastructure elements of the City of Dover wastewater system as of the effective date of this Handbook include the following: Forty-one (41) pumping stations. Approximately 185 miles of gravity sanitary sewer main and force main ranging in size from four-inches (4”) to thirty-six inches (36”). Due to the extent of the City of Dover’s water and wastewater system, we hope that this Handbook will assist customers, developers, contractors and consultants in understanding the policies and procedures associated with the water and wastewater utility systems. In turn, this will help make it easier for you to do business with the City of Dover Public Utilities Department. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us through our website, www.dover.de.us, or by phone, at 302.736.7070. Additional contact information is also provided on the following page for your use. Thank you for your interest in the City of Dover and for allowing us to serve your needs. Sincerely, Ronald Lunt Sharon Duca, P.E. Public Utilities Director Water/Wastewater Manager 6 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us WATER / WASTEWATER UTILITY CONTACT INFORMATION CUSTOMER SERVICE Customers can contact this Department to obtain 5 East Reed Street information regarding rates, billing questions, meter costs, Dover, DE 19901 deposits, credit information, and application for service. 302.736.7035 MISS UTILITY Contractors must contact Miss Utility prior to performing 800.282.8555 or 811 excavation to ensure that utilities are field located. PLANNING & ZONING Owners, developers and consultants can contact this City Hall – The Plaza Department regarding site development and subdivision P.O. Box 475 plans, the administrative review and Development Dover, DE 19903 Advisory Committee process and related issues. 302.736.7010 PUBLIC SERVICES – INSPECTIONS Owners, developers, consultants and contractors can City Hall – The Plaza contact this Department regarding plumbing permits, P.O. Box 475 building permits, impact fees and related issues. Dover, DE 19903 302.736.7010 PUBLIC UTILITIES – DISPATCH Customers can contact this Division of the Public Utilities Emergency Service – 24/7 Department 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to report water 302.736.7060 leaks, sewer backups or other concerns or service problems. PUBLIC UTILITIES – WATER TREATMENT & Customers can contact this Division of the Public Utilities PRODUCTION Department regarding the annual water quality report and 860 Buttner Place other aspects of the City’s drinking water. Dover, DE 19904 302.736.7070 PUBLIC UTILITIES – WATER / WASTEWATER Owners, developers, consultants, contractors and CONSTRUCTION & INSPECTIONS customers can contact this Division of the Public Utilities 860 Buttner Place Department regarding projects currently under Dover, DE 19904 construction by the Department as well as private 302.736.7070 construction projects. PUBLIC UTILITIES – WATER / WASTEWATER Owners, developers, consultants, contractors and ENGINEERING customers can contact this Division of the Public Utilities 860 Buttner Place Department regarding any aspect of this Handbook, Dover, DE 19904 particularly the plan review process. 302.736.7070 PUBLIC UTILITIES – WATER / WASTEWATER Customers and contractors can contact this Division of the MAINTENANCE Public Utilities Department regarding existing water and 860 Buttner Place wastewater infrastructure including repairs and other Dover, DE 19904 maintenance activities. 302.736.7070 7 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us I. Definitions Acceptable Materials Checklists – Checklists provided in Appendices D through G which must be completed and submitted in conjunction with the Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist. The Acceptable Materials Checklists contain materials which have been approved for use by projects involving work related to the water utility system and/or wastewater utility system as well as projects proposing wet well mounted or recessed wet well mounted pump stations. When the notation “Full Specification Required” or similar language appears within the Acceptable Materials Checklists, or when required materials do not appear within said lists, complete shop drawing submittals are required for review by Public Utilities Department personnel. Administrative Review Process – Site development projects which do not require submission to the Planning Commission, as determined by the City Planner, shall be subject to the Administrative Review Process. This process is administered through the City of Dover Planning Department and is not subject to review through the Development Advisory Committee. Business Day - Shall mean any day except Saturday or Sunday, a legal holiday prescribed by statute, or recognized operator holidays. A business day begins at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. Check Print - Plan submitted for any proposed renovation, site development or subdivision project subsequent to the initial plan submission. One (1) complete set of construction plans, the scope of which may vary depending upon the scale of the proposed project, must be submitted to the Water / Wastewater Manager of the Public Utilities Department for review. Plans must meet all requirements of the Water / Wastewater Handbook. Development Advisory Committee (DAC) Review Process – Projects which require submission to the Planning Commission, as determined by the City Planner, shall be subject to the Development Advisory Committee (DAC) Review Process. This process is administered through the City of Dover Planning Department. Final Inspection - Following the completion of all work, the developer shall request a final inspection through the Public Services Manager or Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager as established through the pre-construction meeting. The final inspection will be scheduled within five (5) to ten (10) days of the request. At the final inspection, all items of work, if any, which must be completed, replaced or repaired, will be identified. Final Plan Submittal - Upon receipt of notification from the Public Utilities Department, four (4) complete sets of plans, signed and sealed by either a Delaware licensed Professional Engineer, or 8 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Delaware licensed Professional Land Surveyor, as per Delaware State Code, in addition to a digital copy of the plans compatible with AutoCAD in addition to all current City GIS requirements, and a digital copy of the plans in .pdf format shall be submitted to the Water / Wastewater Manager for water and wastewater utility plan approval. The Water / Wastewater Final Plan Submission Checklist shall also be submitted in this package, this checklist can be found in Appendix B. Final plan approval is typically provided from the Public Services and Planning & Zoning Departments. Initial Plan - Initial plan submitted for any proposed renovation, site development or subdivision project. Plans requiring Administrative review or Development Advisory Committee review are submitted through the City of Dover Planning & Zoning Department. All other plans are submitted directly to the Water / Wastewater Manager of the Public Utilities Department. One (1) complete set of plans must be submitted for review. Notice to Proceed - The Public Services Manager or Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager, in accordance with the pre-construction meeting requirements, will issue a Notice to Proceed for the project once all requirements established in the pre-construction meeting have been met. All water and wastewater utility work must be scheduled directly with the Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager. Pre-Application Meeting (Public Utilities) – Unless waived by the Public Utilities Department, developers / owners shall meet with Departmental staff to discuss utility availability and approval requirements prior to the filing of an application and/or the submission of plans for review. Pre-Construction Meeting - Following the receipt of all approvals, the developer shall request a Pre- Construction Meeting through the Public Services Manager. This meeting will be scheduled to ensure the attendance of all relevant City staff including Public Utilities Department personnel, the Developer, his/her Engineer and Contractor, utility firms and other agencies as may be deemed appropriate. All requirements set forth in the meeting must be met prior to the start of construction. A minimum of five (5) business days notice is required to schedule this meeting for typical projects. A minimum of ten (10) business days notice is required to properly schedule this meeting for large projects. Projects which do not meet the project scope and scale requirements of a typical pre-construction meeting will be identified in the Water / Wastewater Utility Plan Approval letter. These projects must schedule the pre- construction meeting with the Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager. Public Infrastructure Dedication - The Public Infrastructure Dedication procedure shall commence upon satisfactory completion of every prior step and receipt of recommendations to accept infrastructure from the Public Services and Public Utilities Departments. City Council shall grant final approval of dedication. This approval will authorize the acceptance and ownership of all public infrastructure associated with the project. 9 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Renovation - A renovation project, for the purposes of this Handbook, consists of any project which proposes to change the character of the water and/or wastewater service at the subject location. Examples of such changes include, but are not limited to, changes in plumbing fixture quantity, changes to the size of the water line serving the location, changes to the size of the sanitary sewer line serving the location, and/or relocation of the water meter, water line and/or sewer line serving the location. Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance – The Request for Public Infrastructure is required for all projects which contain components which are to be dedicated to the City of Dover. Upon completion of the final inspection, and when all resulting punch list items have been completed to the satisfaction of the Public Utilities Department, the Developer shall submit a written Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance to the Public Services Manager with copy to the Water / Wastewater Manager. This request will be reviewed by the Public Services and Public Utilities Departments. Site Development - The improvement of one or more parcels of land for residential, commercial or industrial structures or groups of structures. Subdivision - A division, or redivision, or any tract of land into two or more lots, plots, sites or parcels for immediate or future sale or for building development. Water / Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist - Checklist provided in Appendix A that must be submitted with all initial plan submissions. The checklist provides a listing of all principle requirements that must be included as part of the plan set, or supplemental design material, that must be submitted for review. Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist - Checklist provided in Appendix C that must be submitted to the Public Utilities Department representative at the pre-construction meeting. All supplemental materials noted within the checklist must be included with the submission. Water / Wastewater Utility Plan Approval - Approval granted by the Public Utilities Department following receipt of final plans. This approval is valid for two (2) years. 10 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us II. Process Outline A. Applicable Projects 1. Renovation to Existing Building or Developed Site i. All renovation projects are required to bring the component of the water and/or wastewater service to be changed up to current standards and specifications as part of the proposed project. ii. All projects requiring review through the Administrative review process or through the DAC (development advisory committee) review process must submit a plan for review. Plans shall be submitted in accordance with the appropriate process requirements. For all other projects, the Water / Wastewater will evaluate whether a plan is required or not based upon the size and scope of the project. Should a plan be required, it shall be submitted directly to the Water / Wastewater Manager. iii. Approval for the water and/or wastewater utilities must be obtained from the Water / Wastewater Manager prior to the start of work. iv. Plumbing permit and building permit applications will be assessed for applicability through the use of forms or similar means provided to the applicant in conjunction with the appropriate application. These forms will be forwarded to the Public Utilities Department to allow a representative of the Department to contact the applicant directly regarding specific requirements and additional information that may be required. All requirements will be provided under separate cover to the applicant from the Water / Wastewater Manager and copied to the Public Services Department in order to confirm completion with the Public Utilities Department prior to final inspection by the Public Services Department. All projects subject to these requirements shall not be closed out until all requirements have been met. 2. Site Development i. A plan must be submitted for any site development project proposed. ii. These plans may be submitted directly to the Water / Wastewater Manager, through the Administrative review process or through the DAC (development advisory committee) review process, as applicable. iii. Plan approval for the water and wastewater utilities must be obtained from the Water / Wastewater Manager prior to the start of work. 11 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us 3. Subdivision i. A plan shall be submitted for any subdivision proposed. ii. These plans may be submitted directly to the Water / Wastewater Manager, through the Administrative review process or through the DAC (development advisory committee) review process, as applicable. iii. Plan approval for the water and wastewater utilities must be obtained from the Water / Wastewater Manager prior to the start of work. B. Waivers and Extensions 1. Administrative Waivers i. The Public Utilities Director and/or Water / Wastewater Manager may waive the requirements of this Handbook for any project when such requirements are clearly not applicable for a project due to the project scope. ii. The Public Utilities Director and/or Water / Wastewater Manager may accept, for review, waiver requests from requirements within this Handbook when implementation infeasibilities exist. They must ensure, however, that the alternatives proposed are technically superior for the subject location, in no way negate the overall intent of this Handbook, and represent options that are in the best interest of the utility and the public in order to grant approval to such requests. iii. All waiver requests, other than those referenced in II.B.1.i., must be submitted in writing with justification and alternatives provided. 2. Administrative Extensions i. Water and wastewater utility approval is valid for two (2) years from the date of issuance. ii. All projects which have not started prior to the expiration date of the approval must submit a request for an extension prior to the expiration date. Justification for the request must be provided. iii. All projects with expired approvals are subject to resubmission for review and approval. 12 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us C. Approvals Required In addition to approval from the Water / Wastewater Manager for the water and wastewater utilities, approval from the following agencies may be required prior to the start of work, depending on the scope of work for the project. 1. City of Dover Public Services and Planning & Zoning Departments - Approval from the City of Dover Public Services and Planning & Zoning Departments is required for all projects requiring Administrative plan review / approval or Development Advisory Committee (DAC) / Planning Commission review / approval as per the City of Dover Code. Approval from the Public Services and Planning & Zoning Departments, respectively, is typically obtained after receiving approval from the Water / Wastewater Manager. 2. State of Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Public Health, Office of Drinking Water - After all Public Utilities Department comments have been addressed, and prior to water and wastewater utility approval, the water system plans must be submitted to the Office of Drinking Water for review and approval. The owner/developer will be responsible for providing all completed forms and plan sets, as required, to the Public Utilities Department for submission to the Office of Drinking Water. Plans will not be submitted to the Office of Drinking Water until review has been completed by the Public Utilities Department. Applicability of this requirement will be determined by the Public Utilities Department during the initial plan review. 3. State of Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Water Resources, Surface Water Discharges Section - Prior to water and wastewater utility approval, the sanitary sewer system plans must be submitted to the Surface Water Discharges Section for review and approval. The owner/developer is responsible for providing all application fees, completed forms and plan sets directly to the Surface Water Discharges Section. Applicability of this requirement will be determined by the Public Utilities Department during the initial plan review. 4. State of Delaware Department of Transportation (DelDOT) District Public Works Section - All water and/or wastewater utility work proposed within State roads requires a utility permit to be issued by the District Public Works Section of the Department of Transportation. All completed forms and plan sheets required must be submitted to the Public Utilities Department representative at the Pre-Construction Meeting. All utility permit applications must be submitted directly by the utility. 13 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us 5. The owner / developer is responsible for obtaining all permits necessary to complete the work required by the project. These include, but are not limited to, DNREC subaqueous lands / wetlands permits, US Army Corps 404 permits, sediment and stormwater permits and railroad crossing permits. D. Time Line The following chart is an organizational tool to better understand the process from pre- application meeting to plan approval through construction and dedication of utilities. PROJECT TIME LINE ACTION BY TIME FRAME 1. Pre-Application Meeting (Public Utilities) Developer Recommended 2. Application and Initial Plan Submission Developer n/a Water / Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist (Appendix A - required with all initial plan submissions) Public Utilities submission; Administrative review submission; or Development Advisory Committee (DAC) submission 3. Initial Plan Review Public Utilities 4 weeks 4. Check Print Submission Developer n/a Public Utilities submission 5. Check Print Review Public Utilities 4 weeks 6. Final Plan Submission Developer n/a Water / Wastewater Final Plan Submission Checklist (Appendix B – required with all final plan submissions) Public Utilities submission 7. Final Plan Approval Public Utilities 2 weeks Public Services (Public Planning & Utilities Zoning only) (as required) 8. Pre-Construction Meeting Request Developer n/a 14 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us PROJECT TIME LINE (continued) ACTION BY TIME FRAME 9. Pre-Construction Meeting Public Services 1-2 weeks Submit Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction or Meeting Checklist and Acceptable Materials Public Utilities Checklists to Public Utilities personnel at meeting (as required) 10. Notice to Proceed Public Services n/a Upon completion of all pre-construction meeting or requirements. Public Utilities 11. Construction Developer n/a 12. Inspections and Testing Public Utilities 48 hours The Contractor must provide a minimum two (2) business days notification. 13. Final Inspection Request Developer n/a 14. Final Inspection Public Services 1-2 weeks or Public Utilities (as required) 15. Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance Developer n/a Submit request and all required materials to the Public Services Manager and Water / Wastewater Manager 16. Public Infrastructure Dedication Public Services upon Public Utilities completion City Council of all requirements 15 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us III. Plan Requirements All plan submissions shall be neat and legible. The following are minimum requirements to be instituted for each plan submission and are subject to change. The Water / Wastewater Manager may waive certain plan requirements for certain projects if warranted by the scope of the project. In an effort to ensure complete plan submissions a checklist has been created to assist the submitter with meeting plan requirements. The Water / Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist provided in Appendix A must be submitted with all initial plan submissions. Subsequent plan submissions will not be reviewed unless all previous comments have been clearly addressed within the plan set and accordingly identified within an itemized response letter. A. General Plan Data 1. Sheet dimensions shall be no larger than twenty-four (24) by thirty-six (36) inches. 2. Plan sheets shall be at a scale no smaller than 1” = 60’. Index sheets shall be at a scale no smaller than 1” = 200’. (Whenever two (2) or more sheets are used to illustrate the plan view, an index sheet is required, illustrating the entire project on one (1) sheet.) 3. Location map at a scale of 1” = 400’. 4. Title block. 5. Plan date and all revisions dates. 6. North arrow, scale, datum and benchmark. 7. Name and address of owner, developer (if applicable) and engineer or surveyor. 8. Seal and license number of the professional engineer or surveyor including a certification as to the accuracy of the plan and survey. 9. Property lines of abutting land including property address and name of owner. 10. Existing and proposed boundaries of the property including easements and rights-of- way. 11. Existing and proposed contours at intervals of one foot or less as well as significant existing features. Finish floor elevations shall be included. 16 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us B. Utility Plan Data 1. A seven and one-half feet (7.5’) wide public utility easement shall be provided along all side lot lines, to be unoccupied by buildings or other structures. 2. A fifteen feet (15’) wide public utility easement shall be provided along all rear lot lines, to be unoccupied by buildings or other structures. 3. A ten feet (10’) wide public utility easement shall be provided along all front lot lines, to be unoccupied by buildings or other structures. 4. All water and wastewater mains not located in the right-of-way shall be located within five feet (5’) of the center of a twenty feet (20’) wide public utility easement. 5. A master phasing plan must be provided for all projects to be constructed in phases. The phasing plan must be reflected throughout the plan set. 6. The size, type and location of all existing and proposed water mains, service lines, valves, fire hydrants and other appurtenances must be shown on the plan. 7. The size, length, slope, type, flow direction and location of all existing and proposed sanitary sewer mains and laterals must be shown on the plan. The size, type and location of all existing and proposed sanitary structures (including manholes, cleanouts, and pumping stations) must be shown on the plan. Rim and invert elevations must be labeled on all sanitary structures. 8. Profiles of all sanitary sewer mains must be provided on the plans. All water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer crossings, including services, must be shown on the profiles. 9. The proposed location of grease traps, if applicable, must be provided on the plans. In addition, a construction detail for the structure proposed must also be provided. 10. A materials listing table for all proposed water and wastewater utility infrastructure (including, but not limited to, water mains and services, fire hydrants, valves, sanitary sewer mains and laterals, and manholes) must be provided on the plan. 11. Utility schedules for all wastewater utility infrastructure and storm water infrastructure must be provided on the construction plans. At a minimum, the following must be included: i. Sanitary Sewer Manhole Schedule: manhole number, rim elevation, diameter, depth, invert(s) in, and invert out. ii. Sanitary Sewer Pipe Schedule: pipe number, size, material, length, slope, invert in, and invert out. 17 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iii. Storm Drain Manhole Schedule: manhole number, rim elevation, diameter, depth, invert(s) in, and invert out. iv. Catch Basin Schedule: catch basin number, inlet box type or size, cover slab size, top unit type, frame/grate type, grate elevation, invert(s) in, and invert out. v. Storm Drain Pipe Schedule: pipe number, size, material, length, slope, invert in, and invert out. 12. A public infrastructure dedication table listing all proposed water and wastewater utility infrastructure, storm water infrastructure, streets and alleys to be dedicated to the City of Dover must be provided on the construction plan. At a minimum, the following must be included: i. Length, material and size of water and sanitary sewer mains. ii. Quantity, length, material and size of water services and sanitary sewer laterals (as measured to the right-of-way). iii. Quantity of fire hydrants. iv. Quantity and size of valves. v. Quantity, size and vertical feet of manholes. vi. Length, material and size of storm drain lines. vii. Quantity, size and vertical feet of storm drain manholes and catch basins. viii. Streets and alleys with stationing. C. Standard Water / Wastewater Notes and Requirements 1. Hydrant connections by the contractor are prohibited. This method may not be utilized during any phase of the project. 2. The site contractor shall contact the City of Dover Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager at (302) 736-7070 prior to the start of construction. A representative from the City of Dover Public Utilities Department must observe and approve all water and sanitary sewer interconnections and testing. All water taps and sanitary sewer connections must be performed by a City of Dover approved contractor. The proposed location for the connection may need to be adjusted in the field due to conditions of the existing main. Possible conditions that would require tapping / connection relocation include proximity to pipe joints, other taps, concrete encasements, conflict with other utilities, and the like. Test holes must be performed by the contractor to determine the best tapping / connection location. The City of Dover will not be held responsible for field conditions requiring adjustment of the tapping / 18 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us connection location or for any work required by the contractor to make an appropriate and lawful connection. 3. All water and wastewater utility construction and materials shall meet all City of Dover standards and specifications as well as current requirements and practices. 4. All existing utilities shall be field verified prior to the start of construction. 5. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to grade, and repaired or replaced when deemed necessary by the Public Utilities Department, in all areas of disturbance associated with construction. 6. Any existing water or wastewater utility lines not to be utilized by the proposed project shall be properly abandoned at the mains by the developer / owner. 7. All non-metallic water lines (mains and services) shall be installed with a tracer wire and identification tape. The wire shall be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge blue coated solid copper wire, wrapped around the pipe, and extending up into all valve and curb boxes. The identification tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot (1’) above the pipe, with the following text: “Caution: Buried Water Line Below”. 8. All non-metallic wastewater lines (mains and laterals) shall be installed with a tracer wire and identification tape. (Tracer wire is not required on gravity mains.) The wire shall be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge green coated solid copper wire, wrapped around the pipe. The identification detector tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot (1’) above the pipe, with the following text: “Caution: Buried Sewer Line Below”. 9. Part II, Chapter 180, Article III, Section 180-10 of the Code of Kent County requires that “No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged any stormwater, surface water, uncontaminated groundwater, roof runoff, subsurface drainage, uncontaminated noncontact cooling water or unpolluted industrial process waters to any sanitary sewer”, this shall include condensate. Section 110-231 of the City of Dover Code defines storm sewer as “…any system used for conveying rain water, surface water, condensate, cooling water or similar liquid wastes, exclusive of sewage.” The contractor, developer, owner and designers shall ensure during construction that no illegal discharges to the sanitary sewer system are created as a result of the site improvements. 10. No trees may be planted within ten feet (10’) of water and wastewater utility infrastructure. 11. No structures, including permanent signage, may be located within ten feet (10’) of water and wastewater utility infrastructure. 12. Water and wastewater lines may not be located near any potential source of contamination. 19 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us IV. Design and Installation Standards A. General All water and wastewater utility construction and materials shall meet all City of Dover standards and specifications as well as current requirements and practices. In addition to the standards and specifications contained herein, the following are incorporated by reference. In the event of a conflict, the most stringent requirement shall apply. 1. City of Dover, Delaware Code of Ordinances and Charter, as revised 2. American Water Works Association (AWWA) Standards, as revised 3. Recommended Standards for Water Works, as revised (Ten States Standards) 4. Recommended Standards for Wastewater Facilities, as revised (Ten States Standards) 5. Delaware Department of Transportation Utilities Manual, as revised 6. Kent County, Delaware Code of Ordinances, Part II, Chapter 180 Sanitary Standards, as revised 7. State of Delaware Administrative Code, Title 7, Section 7200 Surface Water Discharge Section, as revised 8. State of Delaware Administrative Code, Title 16, Section 4462 Public Drinking Water Systems, as revised 9. Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations, as applicable, as revised 10. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards, as applicable, as revised 11. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) / ASTM International standards, as applicable, as revised B. Water 1. Design Requirements i. Sizing calculations must be submitted for all water mains, as required by the Public Utilities Department. ii. Design Capacities In general, water lines shall be designed for the estimated contributory demand to be served in the future as defined by the Public Utilities Department. 20 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Provisions shall be made to extend water service / mains to all adjoining properties, parcels or lots, regardless of ownership or control of adjoining properties, parcels or lots, as required by the Public Utilities Department. The design of extensions to the existing water system shall be based on data if adequate records are available. In the event that adequate records are not available, or when new systems are being established, the design criteria shall not be less than 250 gpd per equivalent dwelling unit (EDU). iii. Sizing calculations must be submitted for all water service lines greater than one-inch (1”). iv. Water usage projections (peak flows and plumbing fixture data) must be submitted for all uses other than single-family dwellings. Projections for domestic use and irrigation (if applicable) must be provided. All meters will be sized by the Public Utilities Department. Meter sizes must be provided on all plans prior to approval. v. Any other data determined during review to be necessary to justify the design. vi. All water mains located within public right-of-ways shall be offered for dedication to the City of Dover and thereafter will be maintained by the City of Dover. vii. The owner / developer is responsible for all costs associated with all water infrastructure upgrades or extensions required to provide adequate fire and domestic service and capacity in relation to the project proposed. viii. Connections and Taps All connections / taps to existing water mains shall be performed by the Public Utilities Department or by an approved utility contractor. All connections / taps required for Site Plan and Subdivision projects shall be completed by the Developer, at his / her expense, through an approved utility contractor in accordance with the approved plans. All connections / taps required for existing, developed residential lots shall be performed by the Public Utilities Department, or by an approved utility contractor, as determined by the Department. When work is to be performed by the Public Utilities Department, the property owner shall submit the necessary funds, prior to installation, to the City of Dover for all labor, material and equipment required to install new connections from the main to the curb stop. The charge for making a 21 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us water tap and installing a service line to and including the curb box shall be in accordance with a schedule set by City Council and set forth in the rules and regulations of the water system. These charges shall be due and payable prior to installation. 2. Infrastructure Components i. All materials shall be in conformance with the Acceptable Water Materials Checklist provided in Appendix D. ii. Water Mains The minimum size for all water mains shall be eight-inches (8”). Larger mains may be required to meet service requirements. This shall be determined by the Public Utilities Department and conveyed during the plan review process. All water mains shall be cement lined Class 52 ductile iron pipe. All ductile iron pipe shall be in accordance with AWWA C151, latest revision (ANSI A21.51) and shall be in eighteen to twenty feet (18’-20’) lengths with single rubber gasket (push-on) joints in accordance with AWWA C111, latest revision (ANSI A21.11). All Class 52 ductile iron pipe shall be in accordance with AWWA C150, latest revision (ANSI A21.50). A minimum of forty-eight inches (48”) of cover shall be provided over all water mains. Water mains shall be located under the street, a minimum of four feet (4’) horizontally from the face of the curb. A minimum ten feet (10’) horizontal and eighteen-inch (18”) vertical separation, as measured from the outside of each pipe, shall be provided for all water mains from sanitary sewer (gravity lines and force mains). This shall be the case whether the water main is above or below the sewer. Wherever possible the sewer shall be beneath the water main. Crossings shall be arranged so that the sewer joints will be equidistant and as far as possible from the water main joints. A minimum eighteen-inch (18”) vertical separation, as measure from the outside of each pipe, shall be provided for all water mains from storm sewer. Due to the limiting width of some streets, the horizontal separation between all water mains and storm sewer shall be provided to the maximum extent possible. When feasible, a minimum ten feet (10’) horizontal separation, as measured from the outside of each pipe, 22 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us shall be provided for all water mains from storm sewers in accordance with Ten States Standards. Water mains shall have a minimum of eighteen-inch (18”) clearance from electric lines, gas mains, and all other utilities. No water line (mains, services, etc.) shall pass through or come in contact with any part of a sewer manhole. All water mains must be looped. Dead end mains are not permitted. The utility plan must incorporate the appropriate termination valves on the water system between construction phases. iii. Division Valves and Boxes The maximum spacing between division valves shall be 800 feet. Valves shall be provided at all water main intersections. The quantity of valves shall be as determined necessary by the Public Utilities Department to properly maintain and operate the water system. Sufficient valves shall be provided to ensure that inconvenience and hazards are minimized during repairs and to allow for effective flushing and other maintenance practices. All valves shall be right hand, resilient wedge gate valves. Valve stem extensions shall have a two-inch (2”) square operating nut and self-centering rock plate support. Valves with an operating nut more than four feet (4’) below grade shall have a valve stem extension to raise the operating nut to within three feet (3’) of the ground surface. Valves shall be set vertical with a cast iron valve box provided for each valve. Valve boxes shall be centered and plumbed over the operating nut. The valve box may not transmit shock or stress to the valve. All valve boxes shall be set to the required grade (final grade). Screw type adjustable valve boxes shall be adjusted to final grade by excavating around the valve box, as necessary, and turning it to achieve the required grade. Drop in valve box riser rings are not allowed. iv. Fire Hydrants The minimum size for all fire hydrant leads shall be six-inches (6”). The maximum spacing between fire hydrants shall be 600 feet, as measured along the curb. 23 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Fire hydrants shall be placed between the curb and sidewalk at intersections or centered on lot lines. The minimum spacing between fire hydrants and hydrant valves shall be fifteen feet (15’). (See construction detail W-3.) All hydrant valves shall be right hand, resilient wedge gate valves. Fire hydrants shall be set to stand plumb with the nozzles parallel with or at right angles to the curb. The steamer nozzle shall face the curb. v. Fire Mains All structures requiring provision of a sprinkler system shall be served with a combined, minimum eight-inch (8”) fire/domestic service. The domestic water service shall be tapped off the fire/domestic service line within five to ten feet (5’-10’) of the building. (This distance may be expanded to allow adequate room for meter installation.) A valve must be provided at the tee on the domestic water service line to isolate it from the fire main. The proposed restraining system for the fire main located within the buildings must be clearly shown on the plans. The Public Utilities Department will test and inspect all fire mains to a blind flange located inside the buildings. The blind flange with tap is used for hydrostatic pressure testing (200 psi for two (2) hours) and dechlorination. The flange must be restrained in the direction of the pipe entering the building. A pipe entering horizontally through a wall sleeve shall be restrained with rods through the wall. A pipe entering vertically through a slab shall be restrained through the floor to the ninety degree (90 ) bend and thrust block. All rods shall be a minimum of ¾” all thread. All pipes through walls and slabs must be Class 52 cement lined ductile iron pipe. vi. Service Lines The minimum size of all water service lines shall be one-inch (1”). Water service lines, from the main to the meter pit, shall extend perpendicular to the main. Water service lines shall be installed five feet (5’) to the right of the sewer lateral as viewed from the center line of the street (or as per the most recent Plumbing Code adopted by the City of Dover). This requirement may be waived by the Water / Wastewater Manager for non-residential applications if deemed appropriate. 24 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Each property shall be served by a single water service line which shall be furnished and installed by the property owner. In the event a property contains multiple principle structures, such as shopping centers or apartment complexes, the property shall be served by a single water main where a water service line may be provided to each principle structure. Each structure, which is capable of being offered for sale, shall have its own separate water facilities. vii. Curb Stops and Boxes Curb stops shall be installed one foot (1’) outside of the right-of-way or easement line for each lot, in a non-traffic bearing location. Curb boxes shall be centered and plumbed over the curb stop. The curb box may not transmit shock or stress to the curb stop. All curb boxes shall be set to the required grade (final grade). viii. Water Meters Each water service line from the main to a property or principle structure shall be metered by a single water meter so as to control the entire domestic supply. The Public Utilities Department shall determine the size, location, and type of meter to be used for all applications. All water meters shall be installed outside, in a meter pit or vault, on the domestic water service, in a non-traffic bearing location (which includes vehicular, bicycle and pedestrian traffic). Meter pits shall be located within two feet (2’) of the right-of-way or easement line. In cases where water mains are not located along the street frontage, or in non- residential settings, the location of the meter pit or vault shall be determined by the Public Utilities Department. The size, type and dimensions of the pit or vault shall be approved by the Public Utilities Department and shall give adequate access to the meter and permit its installation, removal and maintenance. All meter pits and vaults shall be set to the required grade (final grade). All meter vaults shall be pre-cast or cast-in-place reinforced concrete. Appropriate piping support and an access hatch centered over the meter must be provided. All vaults deeper than four feet (4’) must also be provided with a ladder. All water meters, regardless of location, shall be accessible to the Public Utilities Department and City of Dover meter reading personnel, at all 25 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us times. This requirement applies to all meters, existing and proposed, regardless of location prior to the effective date of this Handbook. All meters shall have a minimum clear area around the meter of three feet long by three feet wide by six feet high (3’L x 3’W x 6’H) for accessibility purposes. Existing non-pit meters shall not be blocked from access by walls, equipment or any other materials. All water meters must be installed per manufacturer’s recommendations. All interior installations, should interior meter replacement be permitted by the Public Utilities Director, shall be in a horizontal position with the register upright and not more than twenty- four inches (24”) above the floor line. (New interior meter installations are not permitted.) All meter pit or vault installations shall have the meter register located not more than twelve-inches (12”) or less than six-inches (6”) below finished grade. The Water / Wastewater Manager may approve additional distance between the meter register and finish grade only if determined necessary due to the size of the meter. In the event that an irrigation system is to be installed at a property, a dual meter pit shall be required to house both the irrigation service and the domestic service. All meters shall be installed with backflow prevention. At a minimum, this shall consist of an angle ball valve at the inlet and an angle cartridge dual check valve at the outlet. Vault meters shall be provided with an outside screw and yoke (OS&Y) valve at the inlet and a dual check valve at the outlet. In addition, all installations, regardless of location, shall include the most current remote metering devices in use by the City at the time of installation. 3. Installation Requirements i. All installations shall be in conformance with the Construction Details provided in Appendix H. ii. All existing utilities shall be field verified prior to the start of construction. iii. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to grade, and repaired or replaced when deemed necessary by the Public Utilities Department, in all areas of disturbance associated with construction. iv. Any existing water utility lines not to be utilized by the proposed project shall be properly abandoned at the mains by the developer / owner. 26 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us v. Excavation and Trenching The bottom of the trench shall be cut true and even so the barrel of the pipe will have a bearing for the full length to provide a minimum cover of four feet (4’) from finished grade and shall be excavated to such a depth as will provide pipe elevations as indicated on the plans. The Contractor shall keep all excavation free from water or other liquids during the progress of the work. The trenches for water service connections shall be excavated to the minimum standard depth or to such depth as required to connect to existing mains or service pipes. No water service lines shall be laid in the same trench with gas pipe, storm drain or sanitary sewer pipe or within three feet (3’) of any open excavation or vault. vi. Bedding Continuous and uniform bedding shall be provided in the trench for all buried pipe. Stones found in the trench shall be removed for a depth of at least six inches (6”) below the bottom of the pipe. The pipe shall be laid in the trench and secured in place with compacted backfill up to the crown of the pipe thus ensuring adequate support for the entire circumference of the pipe. Twenty-four inches (24”) of uncompacted backfill cover shall then be laid above the pipe to adequately protect the pipe before further compaction layers. Trench backfill shall then be placed and compacted in eight-inch (8”) minimum and twelve-inch (12”) maximum lifts. Trench compaction shall be 95% maximum dry density. Compaction shall be tested once per lift for each run of pipe. vii. Installation of Pipe and Fittings The laying and jointing of water main shall be in accordance with all applicable standards and manufacturer’s recommendations. All pipe and fittings shall be thoroughly cleaned before laying and shall be kept clean until acceptance of work. At the end of each work day, the end of the pipe shall be tightly closed to prevent dirt, foreign substances or small animals from entering the line. Pipe and fittings shall be carefully handled and lowered into the trench. Special care shall be taken to make sure all pipes are well bedded on a 27 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us solid foundation. Any defects due to settlement shall be corrected by the Contractor at his/her expense. Where the manufacturer’s recommended pipe joint deflection is exceeded, mechanical joint bends shall be required and installed to the satisfaction of the Public Utilities representative. Thrust blocks of Portland Cement Concrete Class B of adequate size and weight shall be used on all pressure piping for all fittings and all bends, including and in excess of eleven and one-quarter degrees (11-1/4°) unless specifically called for otherwise on the plan. Thrust blocks (buttresses) shall conform to the details shown on the plan and/or construction details contained herein. All tapping sleeves, tees, bends, plugs and hydrants shall be provided with reaction blocking, tie rods and retainer glands designed to prevent movement. No pipe shall be laid upon a foundation into which frost has penetrated, nor at any time when the Public Utilities representative shall deem there is danger of frost penetration at the bottom of the excavation, unless all requirements as to the minimum length of open trench and promptness of refilling are observed. C. Wastewater 1. Design Requirements i. Sizing (flow) calculations must be submitted for all sanitary sewer mains showing that velocity and all other requirements are met. Any projected future flow requirements must be clearly identified. ii. Design Capacities In general, sewer lines shall be designed for the estimated contributory population to be served in the future, plus adequate allowance for infiltration, institutional and industrial flows for the basin as defined by the Public Utilities Department. Provisions shall be made to extend sewer service to all adjoining properties, parcels or lots, regardless of ownership or control of adjoining properties, parcels or lots. The maximum hourly quantity of domestic wastewater, maximum hourly quantity of wastewater from industrial plants and groundwater 28 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us infiltration shall be considered in determining the capacities of sanitary sewers. The design of extensions to existing wastewater collection systems shall be based on data if adequate records are available. In the event that adequate records are not available, or when new systems are being established, the design criteria shall not be less than 250 gpd per equivalent dwelling unit (EDU). Laterals shall be designed, when flowing full, assuming flow equivalent to three (3) times the average daily flow. Main sewers shall be designed based on Ten States Standards as represented by the following equation: Qpeak hourly/Qdesign avg = (18 + [P]1/2) / (4 + [P]1/2) where: Qpeak hourly = maximum rate of wastewater flow (peak hourly flow) Qdesign avg = design average daily wastewater flow P = population in thousands iii. Sizing (flow) calculations must be submitted for all sanitary sewer laterals (other than for single-family dwellings) showing that velocity and all other requirements are met. iv. Any other data determined during review to be necessary to justify the design. v. All sanitary sewer mains located within public roadways shall be offered for dedication to the City of Dover and thereafter will be maintained by the City of Dover. vi. The owner / developer is responsible for all costs associated with all wastewater infrastructure upgrades or extensions required to provide adequate service and capacity in relation to the project proposed. vii. Connections and Taps All connections / taps to existing sanitary sewer mains shall be performed by the Public Utilities Department or by an approved utility contractor. All connections / taps required for Site Plan and Subdivision projects shall be completed by the Developer, at his / her expense, through an approved utility contractor in accordance with the approved plans. All connections / taps required for existing, developed residential lots shall be performed by the Public Utilities Department, or by an 29 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us approved utility contractor, as determined by the Department. When work is to be performed by the Public Utilities Department, the property owner shall submit the necessary funds, prior to installation, to the City of Dover for all labor, material and equipment required to install new connections from the main to the cleanout. The charge for making a sanitary sewer tap and installing a lateral to and including the cleanout shall be in accordance with a schedule set by City Council and set forth in the rules and regulations of the wastewater system. These charges shall be due and payable prior to installation. 2. Infrastructure Components i. All materials shall be in conformance with the Acceptable Wastewater Materials Checklist provided in Appendix E. ii. Sanitary Sewer Mains The minimum size for all sanitary sewer mains shall be eight-inches (8”). All sanitary sewer mains shall be designed and constructed to give mean velocities, when flowing full or half full, of not less than two feet per second (2 ft/s) as per Ten States Standards. Full flow velocities shall not exceed ten feet per second (10 ft/s). The minimum slopes for sanitary sewer mains shall be as follows (or as revised by current Ten States Standards): Nominal Sewer Size Minimum Slope (feet/foot) Eight-inch (8”) 0.0040 Ten-inch (10”) 0.0028 Twelve-inch (12”) 0.0022 Fifteen-inch (15”) 0.0015 Eighteen-inch (18”) 0.0012 Twenty-one inch (21”) 0.0010 Twenty-four inch (24”) 0.0008 Twenty-seven inch (27”) 0.00067 Thirty-inch (30”) 0.00058 Thirty-six inch (36”) 0.00046 30 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Larger mains may be required to meet service requirements. This shall be determined by the Public Utilities Department and conveyed during the plan review process. Main sewers shall be designed at minimum slope and maximum depth. A minimum of three feet (3’) of cover shall be provided over all sanitary sewer mains. Sanitary sewer mains shall be located under the street, a minimum of four feet (4’) horizontally from the face of curb. A minimum ten feet (10’) horizontal and eighteen-inch (18”) vertical separation, as measured from the outside of each pipe, shall be provided for all water mains from sanitary sewer (gravity lines and force mains). This shall be the case whether the water main is above or below the sewer. Wherever possible the sewer shall be beneath the water main. Crossings shall be arranged so that the sewer joints will be equidistant and as far as possible from the water main joints. Sanitary sewer mains shall have a minimum of eighteen-inch (18”) clearance from drains, electric lines, gas mains, and all other utilities. Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) pipe shall be used for gravity sanitary sewer eight-inch (8") through fifteen-inch (15") diameter with a maximum cover of eighteen feet (18'). PVC pipe shall conform to the size, standard dimension ratio (SDR) and strength requirements of ASTM D- 3034 and ASTM F-679. The grade used shall be resistant to aggressive soils or corrosive substances in accordance with the requirements of ASTM D-543. SDR35 pipe shall be used for depths to twelve feet (12’). SDR26 pipe shall be used for depths from twelve feet to eighteen feet (12’ – 18’). All PVC gravity sanitary sewer pipe and related fittings shall be manufactured in accordance with ASTM C3034, SDR 35 and/or SDR 26, Type PSM polyvinyl chloride wastewater pipe and fittings. PVC gravity sewer pipe shall be supplied in twelve and one-half feet (12.5’) lengths with bell-and-spigot joints. All fittings shall use rubber gaskets which conform to the requirements of ASTM F477. Ductile iron pipe (DIP) shall be used for all sanitary sewer lines with a maximum cover greater than eighteen feet (18’). The DIP and fittings used in sanitary sewer construction shall be mechanical joint and conform to the applicable dimensions and tolerances of ANSI A21.50 and A21.51. Unless otherwise specified, DIP shall conform to ANSI 31 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us A21.51 standard thickness class 53. Every pipe and fitting shall be tar coated on the outside and shall be cement lined on the inside. Cement mortar lining shall be in accordance with ANSI A21.4. An approved water stop gasket shall be used at manhole connections as directed by the Public Utilities representative. DIP shall be grade 60-42-10 with 40/90 metal strength and shall be tested in accordance with ASTM A339. Fittings for ductile iron pipe shall conform to ANSI A21.10. Twelve-inch (12”) lines and smaller shall be Class 250. Sixteen-inch (16”) lines and larger shall be Class 150. All DIP shall be supplied in eighteen to twenty feet (18’-20’) lengths with single rubber gasket (push-on) joints in accordance with ANSI A21.11/AWWA C111. iii. Manholes One-tenth of a foot (0.1’) drop must be provided across all manholes. The maximum spacing between manholes shall be 400 feet. Manholes shall be placed at the points of all changes in alignment, grade or size of sewer, intersection of sewers, and junction of streets. Watertight manholes are required at all times. Manhole frame covers may only be adjusted to finish grade with a maximum of twelve-inches (12”) of non-porous, “red sewer” brick above the manhole cone. Additional adjustment will require the replacement of manhole sections or reconstruction of the cone. Adjustable rings may not be used. Flow channels shall be made to conform as closely as possible to the shape of the connecting sewers to not obstruct maintenance, inspection or flow in the sewers. Concrete channels shall be smooth and semi- circular in section. When brick channels are used, the invert shall be brick laid on edge. Precast channels may be utilized with the approval of the Public Utilities Director with the understanding that if the alignment of flow is off, the channel must be removed and a brick channel installed to correct the flow alignment. All manhole frames and covers shall be installed flush to the pavement, or to final grade if located outside of the roadway. Manholes shall be State of Delaware Department of Transportation certified. Manholes shall be manufactured in accordance with ASTM C478-80 and shall be precast with monolithic base and eccentric cone. 32 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us All manholes with a four foot (4’) inside diameter shall have five-inch (5”) thick walls. All manholes with a five foot (5’) inside diameter shall have six-inch (6”) thick walls. Manholes shall be waterproofed on the exterior with a bituminous coating. Inlet and outlet pipes shall be joined to the manhole with a gasketed flexible watertight connection or any watertight connection arrangement that allows differential settlement of the pipe and manhole wall to take place. Connections to existing manholes shall be made by core drilling and a water tight pipe to manhole connector must be used. A drop manhole should be provided for a sewer entering a manhole at an elevation of twenty-four inches (24”) or more above the manhole invert. If the drop is less than twenty-four inches (24”), the invert should be filleted to prevent the deposit of solids. All manholes over fourteen feet (14’) deep (top of rim to lowest point) shall be at least five feet (5’) in diameter. All manholes with twenty-one inch (21”) or larger pipes shall be at least five feet (5’) in diameter. The standard joint shall be sealed with hydraulic cement meeting ASTM C109 specifications. “O” ring joints shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C443. A neoprene rubber flexible gasket shall be cast in the manholes to tie the pipe to the manhole, in new manhole applications. All manholes deeper than four feet (4’) shall have steps. Manhole steps will be press set plastic, or approved equal. Steps will also be provided on the outside of raised manholes when the top elevation is greater than three feet (3’) above the existing ground elevation. Raised manholes shall also be provided with a slab top to provide adequate work area for access, maintenance and inspection purposes. All industrial discharges shall provide an easily accessible monitoring manhole. All discharge from the property must pass through one monitoring manhole before entering the public sewer system. Manholes in flood plains shall extend two feet (2’) above the 100-year flood elevation or be provided with sealed covers. All manhole frames and covers for new installations shall be of the hinged, locking variety. “Dog house” manholes are not permitted. In the event a manhole is required on an existing line, a standard manhole must be installed on the line in conjunction with bypass pumping operations. 33 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iv. Laterals The minimum size of all sanitary sewer laterals shall be six-inch (6”). The minimum slope for all sanitary sewer laterals shall meet the current plumbing standard accepted by the City of Dover, typically 0.0104 feet/foot for a six-inch (6”) sewer lateral. Sanitary sewer laterals, from the main to the first cleanout located one- foot (1’) outside the right-of-way or easement line, shall extend perpendicular to the main. Sanitary sewer laterals shall be installed to the center of each lot. This requirement may be waived by the Water / Wastewater Manager for non-residential applications if deemed appropriate. Sanitary sewer laterals shall be connected directly to the main, not manholes, unless impracticable, as determined by the Public Utilities Department. Sewer laterals are to be installed to one foot (1’) beyond the right-of- way line at a typical depth of three feet (3’), preferably not exceeding five feet (5’). Each property shall be served by a single sanitary sewer lateral which shall be furnished and installed by the property owner. In the event a property contains multiple principle structures, such as shopping centers or apartment complexes, the property shall be served by a single sanitary sewer main where a sanitary sewer lateral may be provided to each principle structure. Each structure, which is capable of being offered for sale, shall have its own separate wastewater facilities. v. Cleanouts Cleanouts must be installed on sanitary sewer laterals within five feet (5’) of the building, one foot (1’) outside of the right-of-way and at all bends. The maximum spacing between cleanouts shall be 100 feet. All cleanouts shall be constructed with a wye connection. Tee connections are not acceptable. A supporting, twelve-inch (12”) diameter concrete collar must be provided in accordance with the Standard Details. Cleanouts located within a traffic bearing location shall be installed with a heavy duty cast iron frame and cover to prevent damage to the cleanout and lateral. Applicable material is provided by East Jordan Iron Works, part number 1566. 34 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us vi. Grease Traps All structures containing food service facilities require the installation of a minimum 1,000 gallon, two chamber grease trap. All grease traps shall meet all current Kent County, Delaware Code of Ordinances requirements (Article III, § 180-13) 3. Installation Requirements i. All installations shall be in conformance with the Construction Details provided in Appendix H. ii. All existing utilities shall be field verified prior to the start of construction. iii. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to grade, and repaired or replaced when deemed necessary by the Public Utilities Department, in all areas of disturbance associated with construction. iv. Any existing wastewater utility lines not to be utilized by the proposed project shall be properly abandoned at the mains by the developer / owner. v. Excavation and Trenching The bottom of the trench shall be cut true and even so the barrel of the pipe will have a bearing for the full length to provide a minimum cover of three feet (3’) from finished grade and shall be excavated to such a depth as will provide pipe elevations as indicated on the plans. The Contractor shall keep all excavation free from water or other liquids during the progress of the work. The trenches for sanitary sewer lateral connections shall be excavated to the minimum standard depth or to such depth as required to connect to existing mains or service pipes. vi. Bedding Continuous and uniform bedding shall be provided in the trench for all buried pipe. Stones found in the trench shall be removed for a depth of at least six inches (6”) below the bottom of the pipe. The pipe shall be laid in the trench and secured in place with compacted backfill up to the crown of the pipe thus ensuring adequate support for the entire circumference of the pipe. Twenty-four inches (24”) of uncompacted backfill cover shall then be laid above the pipe to adequately protect the pipe before further compaction layers. Trench 35 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us backfill shall then be placed and compacted in eight-inch (8”) minimum and twelve-inch (12”) maximum lifts. Trench compaction shall be 95% maximum dry density. Compaction shall be tested once per lift for each run of pipe. vii. Installation of Pipe and Fittings All sanitary sewer mains shall terminate at manholes between construction phases. This may require sewer lines to extend beyond proposed phase lines to the next manhole. For any connection to an existing sanitary sewer manhole, the manhole must be core drilled and a water tight pipe to manhole connector must be used. The connector must be approved by the Public Utilities Department prior to installation. The existing manhole flow channel shall be reconstructed accordingly. The laying and jointing of sanitary sewer main shall be in accordance with all applicable standards and manufacturer’s recommendations. All pipe and fittings shall be thoroughly cleaned before laying and shall be kept clean until acceptance of work. At the end of each work day, the end of the pipe shall be tightly closed to prevent dirt, foreign substances or small animals from entering the line. Pipe and fittings shall be carefully handled and lowered into the trench. Special care shall be taken to make sure all pipes are well bedded on a solid foundation. Any defects due to settlement shall be corrected by the Contractor at his/her expense. No pipe shall be laid upon a foundation into which frost has penetrated, nor at any time when the Public Utilities representative shall deem there is danger of frost penetration at the bottom of the excavation, unless all requirements as to the minimum length of open trench and promptness of refilling are observed. When making a lateral connection directly to an existing main line, the following shall apply: on PVC main, cut hole in pipe using appropriate saw, glue and Geneco (or approved equal) service saddle over hole. 36 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us D. Wastewater – Pumping Stations 1. Design Requirements i. The Public Utilities Department shall determine during the initial plan review phase as to whether pumping stations are to be offered for dedication to the City of Dover or remain private. All stations dedicated to the City will be maintained by the City of Dover and shall be turned over to the City immediately following final acceptance. ii. A hydraulic system analysis shall be provided for each pumping station including force mains. It shall include the calculation of the system-head curves and the use of these curves in conjunction with the characteristic curves of available pumps. The criteria provided in C.1.ii. for average and peak flow shall be used to determine the influent peak flow. iii. Any other data determined during review to be necessary to justify the design. iv. The owner / developer is responsible for all costs associated with all wastewater infrastructure upgrades or extensions required to provide adequate service and capacity in relation to the project proposed. 2. Infrastructure Components i. All materials shall be in conformance with the Acceptable Wastewater Materials Checklist provided in Appendix E, the Acceptable Wet Well/Dry Well Pump Station Materials Checklist provided in Appendix F, and the Acceptable Vacuum Primed Pump Station Materials Checklist provided in Appendix G. ii. General In the selection of a site for a pumping station, consideration shall be given to its accessibility and its potential nuisance aspects. The station shall not be subject to flooding. The 100-year flood plain elevation and stormwater management pond elevation must be shown on the plan when adjacent to the station. All equipment, electrical and mechanical structures shall be located above the 100-year elevations. The station shall be accessible during all types of weather with mobile equipment. Stations shall be located at the lowest elevation including adjoining areas. Adequate provisions must be made for continuous operation, and for emergency treatment or storage of the wastewater in the event of an unanticipated breakdown of the pumping station facilities or power failures. 37 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us All pump stations to be dedicated to the City of Dover shall be located on lots to be dedicated to the City of Dover. Stations may be located within permanent public utility easements if site limitations exist with approval from the Public Utilities Director. All pump station sites shall include a paved driveway, fencing along the perimeter of the site with a twelve feet (12’) double gate, and either stone covering of entire site or landscaping as determined appropriate by the Water / Wastewater Manager based upon the size of the station. In general, all pumping stations shall be Wet Well / Dry Well Stations or Smith & Loveless Vacuum Primed Stations. Grinder pump stations shall be reserved primarily for single-family dwellings. Exceptions may be made with the approval of the Water / Wastewater Manager. Ejector stations are not permitted. Ventilation shall be provided for all pumping stations, including both wet wells and dry wells. Mechanical ventilation shall be provided for all dry wells where equipment is located. The ventilating system and lights shall be turned on by a switch located near the entrance, as well as automatic, when feasible. The ventilation system of the wet well and dry well of the station should be entirely separate, provide positive ventilation and conform to Ten State Standards. All openings for pipes or electric cables shall be caulked gastight. All pumping stations, except those entirely below ground, shall be supplied with automatically controlled heaters to prevent freezing in cold weather. On stations pumping a minimum of 500,000 gpd, a channel grinder shall be provided prior to the wastewater being pumped. The Muffin Monster by JCM Environmental, or approved equal, shall be specified. A bypass channel with a manually cleaned bar screen with openings not exceeding two and one-half inches (2-1/2”) shall be provided where channel grinders are utilized to provide screening while maintenance is performed on the channel grinder. Manually cleaned screens should be provided with stairway access, adequate lighting and ventilation, and convenient and adequate means for removing screenings. If there is not adequate room in the wet well for a channel grinder, a separate station should be used. Three (3) copies of station manuals and all other equipment manuals for operations and maintenance shall be provided to the City of Dover. 38 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iii. Pumps and Valves Except where grinder pumps are used in order to minimize clogging, open impeller or non-clog-type pumps capable of passing spheres of at least three-inches (3”) in diameter shall be provided. At least two (2) pumps shall be provided at all pumping stations. If no more than two (2) pumps are provided, both should have the same capacity and each shall be capable of pumping the maximum flow with the standby pump out of service. It is desirable for three (3) or more pumps to be provided which are designed for actual flow conditions and of such capacity that with any one (1) pump out of service, the remaining will be of sufficient capacity to handle maximum flows. Each pump shall have an individual flow intake and suction line. Wet well design should be such as to avoid turbulence near the intake. Intake piping shall be a minimum of four-inches (4”) and shall be as straight and short as possible. Full-closing shutoff valves shall be placed on the suction line of each pump except on vacuum primed pumps. Suitable shutoff and check valves shall be placed on the discharge line of each pump. The check valve shall be located between the shutoff valve and the pump. Valves shall be capable of withstanding normal pressure and water hammer. Valves shall not be located in the wet well. In the event that all pumps are inoperable and must be pulled for service a shutoff valve shall be provided downstream of the discharge header and a blind flange provided on the discharge header or between this shutoff valve and the individual pump shutoff valves. iv. Electrical and Emergency Power Supply Three-phase, two-hundred-and-eight-volt (3P, 120/208V Grounded Y) service is recommended for use at stations requiring less than forty horsepower (40 hp) motors. Where the stations have higher horsepower requirements, three-phase, four-hundred-eighty-volt (3P, 277/480V Grounded Y) service is required. The power panel shall typically include the meter pan, main breaker, transfer switch (based upon generator type), generator hook-up (based upon generator type), and a separate breaker for the RTU and radio to be fed by normal power only. All stations shall have a minimum ninety-five percent (95%) power factor. 39 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us All pumping stations, except for single-family dwelling grinder pump stations, shall be provided with emergency power supply. Portable generator hookups and manual transfer switches and electric outlets will be accepted for stations with a capacity of less than fifty (50) gpm. Larger stations shall be provided with on-site emergency power generation equipment and an automatic transfer switch. The automatic transfer switch shall be provided with a bypass to allow for service of the switch without shutting down the station. All on-site emergency power generation equipment shall be provided with diesel engines and comply with all federal, state and local regulations. Generator fuel storage tanks shall be double walled, above ground and sized for forty- eight (48) hours of operation at full load. The fuel tank shall be filled prior to acceptance and a diesel fuel stabilizer added when appropriate for the size of the tank. The on-site emergency power generation equipment shall also be provided with a critical silencer / muffler, weatherproof housing, battery charger, block heater and standard monitoring and control panel. The installation shall be on a concrete pad and in accordance with the manufacturer’s written requirements and recommendations. v. SCADA and Alarms All stations shall be provided with a remote telemetry unit (RTU) that shall be a panel-mount TG5700 RTU TELEGYR 5700. The RTU Station Manager shall be equipped with RS232 Master Station communication port equipped with TG6500 communication protocol, RS485 I/O LAN communication port, and maintenance/diagnostic communication port. The RTU Combination Controller Card shall consist of eight (8) status/SOE/accumulator input points, six (6) bipolar DC analog input points, and four (4) trip/close point of on board (expandable to thirty- two (32) with add-on relay assemblies). General requirements of the RTU shall also include: SBO controller for management of communications on I/O LAN; 125 VDC/120 VAC power converter (100 watts); a 120 VAC battery charger with battery cables and two (2) twelve volt (12V), seventeen amp hour (17AH) batteries; mounting panel measuring twenty-inches high by twenty-inches wide (20”H x 20”W); null modem cable to connect Station Manager to MDS radio; and configuration/maintenance hardware manual. 40 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us The radio shall be a Microwave Data Systems MDS 9710, 900 mHz SCADA radio. A battery charger with a twelve volt (12V), seven amp hour (7AH) battery shall be provided. An antenna shall be mounted on a pole of sufficient height to allow reliable communications with the Public Utilities Department’s master station. The RTU cabinet shall be a NEMA 4X cabinet, thirty-six inches high by thirty-inches wide by eleven-inches deep (36”H x 30”W x 11”D). The cabinet shall include a communications/power interface panel and heater. The alarm system shall be activated in cases of power failure, pump failure or any cause of pump station malfunction as determined by the Public Utilities Department. Alarms shall be connected to Public Utilities System Operations. vi. Metering and Controls A magnetic flow meter and a seven-day circular, or strip, chart recorder shall be provided at all pumping stations deemed necessary by the Public Utilities Department. The flow meter shall provide flow totalization and digital instantaneous flow rate in gpm. The flow tube shall be sealed and suitable for continuous submergence. The magnetic flow meter primary device shall not be located in the wet well. The primary device shall be located in the dry well, above ground structure, valve pit or separate metering pit. A separate sump pump shall be provided to drain the flow meter location. The primary device shall be located the appropriate number of straight upstream pipe diameters from any bend, valve, "T" or other turbulence producing fitting as required / recommended by the manufacturer. The primary device shall be located where the pipe remains full at all times and shall not be located on a vertical downward flowing pipe. The primary device shall be provided with a bypass. Shutoff valves shall be provided on the bypass and upstream and downstream of the primary device. The chart recorder shall be located in an enclosure adjacent to the SCADA enclosure. The wet well must be large enough so that excessive pump starting and stopping will not take place, which may result in overheating of motors and controls. For constant speed pumps the minimum time interval at peak flow between pump stop and lead pump start shall be five (5) minutes. Soft starts shall be provided for all pumps of twenty horsepower or greater and/or with peak flows greater than 500 gpm. 41 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Variable speed pumps and variable frequency drive controls shall be provided for all pumps discharging into a shared or transmission force main or as deemed necessary by the Water / Wastewater Manager. Except with suction lift pumps, the high-water level should never be below the top of the pump casing and the impeller to ensure that the pump will prime. The low-level setting should be twice the diameter of the suction pipe but not be less than six-inches (6”) above the suction pipe. Control systems shall be of the encapsulated-float type or the electronic-transducer type. Float-tube type and bubbler type controls are not permitted. These devices shall be located so that they will not be affected by flow currents created by the entering sewage or pump suctions. Provision shall also be made to prevent floating material in the wet well from interfering with the operation of the controls. The pump control unit shall automatically alter the pumps in use and provided with a manual override. The pump control cabinet shall be provided with on-off-automatic switches and a green run light (preferred) for each pump. vii. Wet Well / Dry Well Stations Pumps shall be of the centrifugal type, capable of passing a three-inch (3”) sphere, located in the vertical position. They shall be self-cooling (sewage cooled not preferred) and provided with covers for the volutes for use during repairs. Extended shaft configurations are not preferred. Full flow OS&Y resilient wedge gate valves shall be provided on the suction piping and discharge side of the check valve. Check valves shall be weighted swing arm types that accept air cushion and oil control devices. Support structures, thrust blocking and restraining systems shall be provided for all piping and equipment. The motor control room and dry well shall be climate controlled by an HVAC system. Dehumidification must also be provided. Coatings and wall finishes shall be appropriately selected based upon the application. All grating shall be non-skid fiberglass material. An above grade pump around connection, station bypass, must also be provided. Wet wells shall be provided with sloped bottoms (minimum 1 to 1) to prevent the buildup of grit and debris. The pump intake basin should be long and narrow trench type to facilitate self cleaning. A fixed catwalk 42 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us shall be provided for easy cleaning of the wet well. Fall protection devices shall be included in the wet well design. A wet well lining system, poly-triplex or approved equal, shall be provided to prevent deterioration of the wet well. Surface coatings and paint will not be permitted. The wet well and dry well shall be separated by a watertight and gas- tight wall with separate entrances provided to each. Equipment requiring regular or routine inspection and maintenance shall not be located in the wet well. A separate sump pump shall be provided for removal of leakage or other water from the dry well floor. The sump pump shall be capable of delivering twenty gallons per minute (20 gpm) discharge. The pump shall discharge into the wet well with two check valves and ball valve on discharge side of the check valve. Stairwells shall be provided for dry well and wet well access, to allow for inspection and maintenance of equipment, when station size permits. Ladders may be provided in small stations where it is impractical to install stairways. Manhole steps are not acceptable. Wet well ventilation duct work shall be PVC and all mounting hardware shall be corrosion resistant stainless steel. Wet well ventilation shall be controlled by a percentage timer and hatch activated limit switch or activated by the wet well light switch. Dry wells and motor control rooms shall be ventilated to the outside supplied by fresh air. All heavy equipment, in excess of 100 pounds shall be accessible for removal or lifting by a crane or hoist. Hoists shall be positioned to allow access to all major pump station equipment. Hatches in the floor shall be positioned above the dry well to allow for easy removal of each pump and other large equipment. Structural beams shall be provided in the drywell where the lifting of equipment is out of reach from a hoist. Cranes, hoists and lifting devices shall be electrically operated. Where possible cranes shall extend to the exterior of the building for easy loading of equipment on to a truck. Lights and switches will be properly provided for all stations. All fixtures shall be located so that they are easily accessible for maintenance with a ladder. Adequate lighting shall be provided for convenience and safety of operation. 43 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Exterior security lighting shall be provided to function on a photo-cell or timer. Additional lighting to operate manually should be provided anywhere work might need to be performed (i.e. bypass connection, loading dock, generator, etc.). Interior lighting shall be come on instantly (high pressure sodium are not preferred). Switches shall be located at all access points. At least two light fixtures shall be provided at all interior locations no matter what the size of the room. Lighting shall provide illumination for all areas in the station and control panels. In dry wells lighting fixtures shall be provided at different elevations to prevent shadowing from structural supports and stairways. Wall mounted lights shall be provided six feet (6’) above the floor level to provide additional illumination at the floor. A vapor tight light fixture with lamp guard and a one-hundred-watt incandescent bulb shall be installed in wet wells. All lighting located where gases exist shall be explosion proof. One-inch (1”) water service hose connections shall be provided at all locations where cleaning may be required. Proper backflow prevention and vacuum breaks (above flood level) shall be provided. A bathroom with toilet and washing facilities shall be provided when station size permits. The level of noise control shall be considered based on the location of the station. The safety of the worker and nuisance to neighbors should be taken into consideration during the design. All combustion engines such as generator sets and standby pumps shall be provided with a minimum of Type 2 critically silenced enclosures and exhaust systems. Noise reduction measures shall include specifying the quietest equipment and installing sound proofing materials, acoustical linings and enclosures. viii. Vacuum Primed Stations Wet well mounted vacuum primed package pump stations may be used for up to eighteen and one-half feet (18-1/2’) of suction pipe. Recessed wet well mounted vacuum primed package pump stations may be used for over eighteen and one-half feet (18-1/2’) of suction pipe. All wet wells shall have a minimum diameter of eight feet (8’). Wet wells shall be provided with sloped bottoms (minimum 1 to 1) to prevent the buildup of grit and debris. A wet well lining system, poly- 44 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us triplex or approved equal, shall be provided to prevent deterioration of the wet well. Surface coatings and paint will not be permitted Standard Equipment to be incorporated in the vacuum primed package pump station shall include: automatic alternator, vacuum pumps, duplex 120V GFI receptacle, spare Smith & Loveless mechanical seal, control circuit breaker, three (3) original copies of the Smith & Loveless operations and maintenance manuals, spare volute and seal gaskets, and ventilation fan with thermostat. Pre-Engineered Options to be incorporated in the vacuum primed package pump station shall include: phase monitor relay, auxillary heater, running time meter (totalizing and individual), NEMA starters, 3 KVA transformer (where required), selector switch (either Auto, Base 1 or Base 2), wet well blower, pump running lights, insulated hood, separate pump valves for each pump (preferred if available), and timer with two (2) second delay for electrode relay. Wet well mounted stations shall also be provided with a wet well ladder to extend to the normal wastewater level. Recessed wet well mounted stations shall also be provided with a recessed wet well manway ladder, to extend to the normal wastewater level, with ladder assist extensions and a dehumidifier. Special Modifications to be incorporated in the vacuum primed package pump station shall include: remote contacts (pump #1 run, pump #2 run, high water alarm, lead pump (FS/LL), lag pump (FS/HL), and phase monitor relay), additional one and one-quarter inch (1-1/4”) auxiliary conduit, additional float switch for redundant high water alarm, and spare sonic start probe and relay (if sonic start specified). Recessed wet well mounted stations shall also be provided with an eight and one-half feet (8’-6”) diameter layout, a shell height two feet (2’) above grade and a switch in the manway entrance hatch that will turn on the wet well blower when the hatch is opened. Additional components to be included on the site shall include the following: a one-inch (1”) water service as per standard details for the cleaning of wet wells and other infrastructure, security/work light with photo eye and manual override, flush mount safety equipment for wet and dry well access and four-inch (4”) bypass pump hook-up with valves as per standard details. 45 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us ix. Force Mains All force mains shall be appropriately sized based upon the design requirements for the pump station. All force mains four-inches (4”) and larger shall be ductile iron pipe including an epoxy lining meeting all current Kent County Department of Public Works requirements. Non- metallic force main shall be AWWA C-900, minimum SDR18, or HDPE DR11 (directional drilling applications) when warranted by the application and approved by the Water / Wastewater Manager. The following values of "C" are recommended for use in the Hazen-Williams equation for computing the friction losses in a force main for design conditions: C Value Pipe Characteristics Unlined cast iron, ductile iron and steel pipe: twenty- 100 four inches (24”) and larger (existing). Unlined cast iron, ductile iron and steel pipe: twelve- 96 inches (12”) and larger (existing). Unlined cast iron, ductile iron and steel pipe: four- 89 inches (4”) and larger (existing). 120 Cement-lined ductile iron pipe. 130 Various types of gasketed plastic pipe. 140 HDPE pipe. For friction loss in pipe fittings the Hazen-Williams Minor Loss Coefficients (K) are to be used as a multiplier of the velocity head evaluated at the downstream velocity. The minimum velocity shall not be less than two feet per second (2 fps) for force main design. In general force main velocities shall not exceed five and one-half feet per second (5-1/2 fps) for force main design. If the total dynamic head at the pump discharge exceeds 100 feet, a larger diameter force main will be used, provided that a velocity of two feet per second (2 fps) can be maintained. Air release valves shall be provided on lines at all high points in the profile. Blowoff valves shall be provided at all low points in the profile. Grinder pump force mains shall be laid on a rising profile as proceeding downstream. Where force mains are constructed of material which might cause the force main to 46 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us be confused with potable water mains, the force main shall be appropriately identified. A minimum ten feet (10’) horizontal and eighteen-inch (18”) vertical separation, as measured from the outside of each pipe, shall be provided for all water mains from sanitary sewer (gravity lines and force mains). This shall be the case whether the water main is above or below the sewer. Wherever possible the sewer shall be beneath the water main. Crossings shall be arranged so that the sewer joints will be equidistant and as far as possible from the water main joints. Force mains shall have a minimum of eighteen-inch (18”) clearance from drains, electric lines, gas mains, and all other utilities. All ductile iron pipe shall be in accordance with AWWA C151, latest revision (ANSI A21.51) and shall be in eighteen to twenty feet (18’-20’) lengths with single rubber gasket (push-on) joints in accordance with AWWA C111, latest revision (ANSI A21.11). All Class 52 ductile iron pipe shall be in accordance with AWWA C150, latest revision (ANSI A21.50). 3. Installation Requirements i. All installations shall be in conformance with the Construction Details provided in Appendix H. ii. All existing utilities shall be field verified prior to the start of construction. iii. All existing utilities shall be adjusted to grade, and repaired or replaced when deemed necessary by the Public Utilities Department, in all areas of disturbance associated with construction. iv. Any existing wastewater utility lines not to be utilized by the proposed project shall be properly abandoned at the mains by the developer / owner. v. Excavation and Trenching The bottom of the trench shall be cut true and even so the barrel of the pipe will have a bearing for the full length to provide a minimum cover of four feet (4’) from finished grade and shall be excavated to such a depth as will provide pipe elevations as indicated on the plans. The Contractor shall keep all excavation free from water or other liquids during the progress of the work. The trenches for water service connections shall be excavated to the minimum standard depth or to such depth as required to connect to existing mains or service pipes. 47 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us vi. Bedding Continuous and uniform bedding shall be provided in the trench for all buried pipe. Stones found in the trench shall be removed for a depth of at least six inches (6”) below the bottom of the pipe. The pipe shall be laid in the trench and secured in place with compacted backfill up to the crown of the pipe thus ensuring adequate support for the entire circumference of the pipe. Twenty-four inches (24”) of uncompacted backfill cover shall then be laid above the pipe to adequately protect the pipe before further compaction layers. Trench backfill shall then be placed and compacted in eight-inch (8”) minimum and twelve-inch (12”) maximum lifts. Trench compaction shall be 95% maximum dry density. Compaction shall be tested once per lift for each run of pipe. vii. Installation of Pipe and Fittings The laying and jointing of force main shall be in accordance with all applicable standards and manufacturer’s recommendations. All pipe and fittings shall be thoroughly cleaned before laying and shall be kept clean until acceptance of work. At the end of each work day, the end of the pipe shall be tightly closed to prevent dirt, foreign substances or small animals from entering the line. Pipe and fittings shall be carefully handled and lowered into the trench. Special care shall be taken to make sure all pipes are well bedded on a solid foundation. Any defects due to settlement shall be corrected by the Contractor at his/her expense. Where the manufacturer’s recommended pipe joint deflection is exceeded, mechanical joint bends shall be required and installed to the satisfaction of the Public Utilities representative. Thrust blocks of Portland Cement Concrete Class B of adequate size and weight shall be used on all pressure piping for all fittings and all bends, including and in excess of eleven and one-quarter degrees (11-1/4°) unless specifically called for otherwise on the plan. Thrust blocks (buttresses) shall conform to the details shown on the plan and/or construction details contained herein. All tees, bends and plugs shall be provided with reaction blocking, tie rods and retainer glands designed to prevent movement. 48 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us No pipe shall be laid upon a foundation into which frost has penetrated, nor at any time when the Public Utilities representative shall deem there is danger of frost penetration at the bottom of the excavation, unless all requirements as to the minimum length of open trench and promptness of refilling are observed. 49 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us V. Construction Phase A. Pre-Construction Meeting and Requirements 1. Scheduling i. Following the receipt of all approvals, as outlined in this Handbook (Section II, B), the developer shall request a Pre-Construction Meeting. For all projects which require final approval from the Public Services Department the developer shall request a Pre-Construction Meeting through the Public Services Manager. For all projects which only require water / wastewater utility plan approval from the Public Utilities Department the developer shall request a Pre-Construction Meeting through the Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager. ii. The Public Services Manager or Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager, as per the above, will schedule the Pre-Construction meeting to ensure the attendance of all relevant City staff, the Developer, his/her Engineer and Contractor, utility firms and other agencies as may be deemed appropriate. A representative from the Public Utilities Department must be in attendance for all projects which have received Water / Wastewater final plan approval. iii. A minimum of five (5) business days notice is required to schedule this meeting for typical projects. A minimum of ten (10) business days notice is required to properly schedule this meeting for large projects. iv. All requirements set forth in the meeting must be met prior to the start of construction. 2. Submittals i. The Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist provided in Appendix C shall be completed in its entirety and submitted to the Public Utilities Department representative at the pre-construction meeting. ii. In conjunction with the Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist, the following items must be submitted: Construction schedule. List of subcontractors including contact information, as applicable. 50 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Completed DelDOT Utility Construction Permit Application including 8- 1/2” x 11” drawing, as applicable. This application must be submitted to DelDOT by the Public Utilities Department. Completed Acceptable Water Materials Checklist provided in Appendix D. This checklist must be completed for all projects involving work related to the water utility system. Completed Acceptable Wastewater Materials Checklist provided in Appendix E. This checklist must be completed for all projects involving work related to the wastewater utility system. Completed Acceptable Wet Well/Dry Well Pump Station Materials Checklist provided in Appendix F. This checklist must be completed for all projects proposing a wet well mounted pump station. Completed Acceptable Vacuum Primed Pump Station Materials Checklist provided in Appendix G. This checklist must be completed for all projects proposing a recessed wet well mounted pump station. When the notation “Full Specification Required” or similar language appears within the Acceptable Materials Checklists, or when required materials do not appear within said lists, complete shop drawing submittals are required for review by Public Utilities Department personnel. 3. Notice to Proceed i. The Public Services Manager or Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager, in accordance with the pre-construction meeting requirements, will issue a Notice to Proceed for the project once all requirements established in the Pre-Construction Meeting have been met. ii. All water and wastewater utility work must be scheduled directly with the Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager. B. Inspection Requirements 1. Accessibility and Notification i. The Developer shall provide the Public Utilities Construction & Inspection Manager or his/her representative (herein after referred to as Public Utilities representative), access to all parts of the work and furnish such information and assistance as is required to make a complete and detailed inspection. 51 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us ii. During construction, the Developer shall provide the Public Utilities representative with at least two (2) working days notice prior to commencing all major constructions activities at (302) 736-7070. Contractors are subject to work stoppages and/or having work rejected if proper notification is not provided. Activities requiring notification shall include, but are not limited to, the following: Installation of water or wastewater utilities. Scheduling and testing of water or wastewater utility systems. Restoration of utility trenches. Placement of paving material. Underground utilities must be installed and utility permits closed out prior to placement of paving and seeding. iii. The site contractor shall contact the City of Dover Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager at (302) 736-7070 prior to the start of construction. A representative from the City of Dover Public Utilities Department must observe and approve all water and sanitary sewer interconnections and testing. All water taps and sanitary sewer connections must be performed by a City of Dover approved contractor. The proposed location for the connection may need to be adjusted in the field due to conditions of the existing main. Possible conditions that would require tapping / connection relocation include proximity to pipe joints, other taps, concrete encasements, conflict with other utilities, and the like. Test holes must be performed by the contractor to determine the best tapping / connection location. The City of Dover will not be held responsible for field conditions requiring adjustment of the tapping / connection location or for any work required by the contractor to make an appropriate and lawful connection. iv. All work requiring inspections shall be performed during the normal working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. If it is required that work be performed outside this time frame, a request must be made in writing to the Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager a minimum of two (2) working days in advance. Approval must be received in advance of scheduling work. The Contractor is responsible for reimbursement to the City for all costs incurred as a result of providing the necessary Public Utilities representative(s) on site for such work outside of normal working hours. 52 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us 2. Authority and Inspections i. Public Utilities representatives shall ensure that all work is completed in compliance with all local, state and federal requirements and the approved plans. The Public Utilities representatives shall have the authority to require any changes necessary to ensure all local, state and federal requirements are met, including any changes necessary to the approved plans. ii. Public Utilities representatives shall have the authority, but not the obligation, to require changes in work practices, up to and including the stoppage of work, if determined to be in the best interest of public safety and welfare. iii. All plans shall have been prepared based upon the best available information. Should existing facilities vary in size or any other characteristic from that shown on the plans when exposed, the Contractor shall provide the necessary fitting, or any other appurtenance necessary to connect and install the water or wastewater line at their expense. All modifications in work, and proposed appurtenance, shall be approved by the Public Utilities representative prior to use. iv. All existing water or wastewater lines, which are to be abandoned and are located within the limits of excavation, shall be removed and become the property of the Contractor after removal, unless otherwise noted. Pipe openings due to abandoned pipes shall be plugged as required by the Public Utilities Department. v. Proper and adequate implements, tools, and facilities satisfactory to the Public Utilities representative shall be provided and used by the Contractor for the safe and convenient implementation of work. During the process of unloading, all pipe and accessories shall be inspected by the Contractor for damage. The Contractor shall notify the Public Utilities representative of all material found to have cracks, flaws or other defects. The Public Utilities representative shall inspect the damaged materials and have the right to reject any materials found to be unsatisfactory. The Contractor shall promptly remove all rejected material from the site. All materials shall be handled carefully, so as to prevent damage to protective coatings, linings, and joint fillings; preclude contamination of interior areas; and avoid jolting contact, dropping, or dumping. All work and materials are subject to tests by the Public Utilities Department at such frequency as may be deemed appropriate. While suspended and before being lowered into laying position, each pipe section and appurtenant unit shall be inspected by the Contractor to detect damage or unsound conditions that may need corrective action or be cause for rejection. The Contractor shall inform the 53 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us Public Utilities representative of any defects discovered. The Public Utilities representative may require corrective actions or order rejection as deemed appropriate. Immediately before placement, the joint surfaces of each pipe section and fitting shall be inspected for the presence of foreign matter, coating blisters, rough edges or projections, and any imperfections so detected shall be corrected by cleaning, trimming, or repair as needed. vi. Trench excavation and bedding preparations shall proceed ahead of pipe placement to permit proper laying and joining of the pipe units at the prescribed grade and alignment without unnecessary deviation or hindrance. All foreign matter or dirt shall be removed from the inside of the pipe and fittings before they are lowered into position in the trench and they shall be kept clean by approved means during and after laying. Materials shall be carefully lowered into laying position by the use of suitable restraining devices. Under no circumstances shall the pipe be dropped into the trench. At the time of pipe placement, the bedding conditions shall be such as to provide uniform and continuous support for the pipe between bell holes. Bell holes shall be excavated as necessary to make the joint connections, but they shall be no larger than would be adequate to support the pipe throughout its length. No pipe material shall be laid in water or when the trench or bedding conditions are otherwise unsuitable or improper. When in the Public Utilities representative's opinion, placement or handling precautions prove inadequate, the Contractor shall provide and install suitable plugs or caps effectively closing the open ends of each pipe section before it is lowered into laying position, and they shall remain so covered until removal is necessary for connection of an adjoining unit. Unless otherwise permitted by the Public Utilities representative, bell and spigot pipe shall be laid with the bell ends facing upgrade and the laying shall start on the downgrade end and proceed upgrade. As each length of bell and spigot pipe is placed in laying position, the spigot end shall be centered in the bell and the pipe forced home and brought to correct line and grade. The pipe shall be secured in place with approved backfill material, which shall be thoroughly compacted by tamping around the pipe to a height of at least twelve-inches (12”) above the top with hand operated mechanical tamping devices or by hand. Trench compaction shall be 95% of AASHTO T180. Compaction shall be tested once per lift for each run of pipe. The joint areas shall remain exposed and precautions shall be taken to prevent the soil from entering the joint space, until the joint seal is effective. Backfill in the bell area shall be left loose until the next section of pipe is placed. Connection of pipe to existing lines or previously constructed manholes shall be accomplished as 54 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us shown in the plans or as otherwise approved by the Public Utilities representative. Where necessary to make satisfactory closure or produce the required curvature, grade or alignment deflections at joints shall not exceed that which will assure tight joints and comply with any limitations recommended by the pipe manufacturer. Entrance of foreign matter into pipeline openings shall be prevented at all times to the extent that suitable plugs or coverings can be kept in place over the openings without interfering with the installation operations. vii. Public Utilities representatives shall have the right to limit the amount of trench opened in advance of pipe laid, and the amount of pipe laid in advance of backfilling, in order to ensure proper coordination of work and that all efforts are in the best interest of the public. viii. Public Utilities representatives shall be empowered at any time to require the refilling of open trenches over completed pipelines if, in their judgment, such action is necessary. The Contractor shall, therefore, have no claims for extra compensation, even though to accomplish such refilling, he/she is compelled to temporarily stop excavation or any other work. ix. If work is stopped on any trench or excavation for any reason and the excavation is left open for any unreasonable length of time in advance of construction, in the opinion of the Public Utilities representative, the Contractor shall, if so directed, refill such trench or excavation at his/her own expense and shall not again open said trench until he/she is ready to complete the work therein. x. The terms "auger", "boring", "jack", "jacking", and "tunneling" in the plans refers only to non-open cut construction. A Public Utilities representative must be on site while this work is taking place. The Contractor shall inspect and verify soil conditions to his own satisfaction in order to determine the type of construction to employ. During the construction, the Contractor shall be responsible for protecting all existing utilities above or below the pipe invert. The minimum inside diameter of the casing pipe shall be four-inches (4”) greater than the outside diameter of the bell of the carrier pipe. For any installation beneath a railroad, the top of the casing pipe shall not be closer than the specified dimensions indicated in the railroad permit. No jacking/augering of pipe will be allowed below the water table unless the water table has been lowered sufficiently to keep the water below the pipe being installed. The use of water under pressure (jetting) will not be permitted to facilitate jacking/augering operations. If any installation is augered, the head shall be 55 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us approved by the Public Utilities representative and the auger shall be located six-inches (6”) behind the lead edge of the casing or carrier pipe. Casing chocks shall be used as necessary to install the carrier pipe to the proper line and grade inside the casing pipe. Voids between carrier and casing pipes shall be filled with sand and the casing pipe sealed at both ends with a suitable material to prevent water or debris from entering the casing pipe. xi. Directional boring/drilling installation shall be accomplished where required on the plans to minimize disturbance of existing surface improvements. A Public Utilities representative must be on site while this work is taking place. The installer shall have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in this method of construction and have installed at least 1,000 feet of eight-inch (8”) or larger diameter pipe to specified grades. The field supervisor employed by the Contractor shall have at least three (3) years of experience, shall be at the site at all times during the boring/drilling installation, and shall be responsible for all of the work. The Contractor shall submit boring/drilling pit locations to the engineer before beginning construction. The drilling equipment shall be capable of placing the pipe as shown on the plans. The installation shall be by a steerable drilling tool capable of installing continuous runs of pipe, without intermediate pits, a minimum distance of 200 feet. The guidance system shall be capable of installing pipe within one and one-half inches (1-1/2”) of the plan vertical dimensions and two-inches (2”) of the plan horizontal dimensions. The Contractor shall be required to remove and reinstall pipes which vary in depth and alignment from these tolerances. Pull back forces shall not exceed the allowable pulling forces for the pipe being installed. Drilling fluid shall be a mixture of water and bentonite clay and shall be designed to meet existing soil conditions. Disposal of excess fluid and spoils shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. C. Water Testing Requirements 1. Pressure Testing i. Water main installations shall be pressure tested by the Contractor, utilizing individuals qualified to perform the testing, and approved by the Public Utilities representative. All pressure testing shall be performed under the Public Utilities representative’s observation. All equipment and labor required to perform the tests shall be furnished by the Contractor. ii. The test shall be in accordance with AWWA C-600 and a pressure of 165 psi shall be maintained for two (2) hours with no variation. Fire mains shall be 56 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us tested to the blind flange located inside the building. Fire mains shall be tested at a pressure of 200 psi maintained for two (2) hours with no variation. iii. The Contractor shall install any taps required at all high points on the line to expel trapped air prior to conducting the pressure tests. Following the tests, all such taps shall be tightly plugged with suitable threaded brass plugs. All costs of tapping and plugging the line for this purpose shall be borne by the Contractor. iv. Water for testing purposes shall be furnished by the City unless a fill tank is required. The Contractor shall furnish and install adequate pumping and gauging equipment to develop the required hydrostatic pressure and to measure the pressure and amount of water lost by leakage. Duration of the pressure test shall not be less than two (2) hours. All visible leaks shall be repaired regardless of total leakage as shown by test. v. If inspection or test shows defects, including visible leaks, such defective work or material, shall be replaced at the expense of the Contractor, and inspection and tests shall be repeated. All repairs shall be made with new material; failure to meet the tests specified above will be sufficient cause to reject the work until the defects are satisfactorily repaired. All expenses and costs incurred in carrying out the specified tests shall be borne by the Contractor. The Public Utilities Department shall have sole authority and responsibility to determine if the tests are acceptable. 2. Sterilization Testing i. Prior to the final connection of the newly installed pipe into the existing water main, and with plugs used in the pressure test still in place on the installed pipe, the entire system shall be sterilized, using the procedures as specified in AWWA Standard C601-54 and as required by the Public Utilities representative. Dechlorination of super-chlorinated lines shall be the responsibility of the contractor. ii. All disinfection procedures shall be in accordance with AWWA C-652. The preferred method of chlorination is the installation of the appropriate amount of H.T.H. 65%-35% granular chloride during the installation of the water main. iii. Before the final connection is made, all surfaces of the relocated line, and the existing water main that are to become part of the closing joint, including all gaskets and glands, shall be thoroughly cleaned and shall be treated with a five percent (5%) solution of Sodium Hypochlorite. Extreme care is to be exercised in order to prevent the entrance of any contaminants into the main. 57 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iv. The Contractor shall provide an adequate blow-off for use in flushing of the main. The Public Utilities representative will collect water samples, for bacteriological tests, from the blow-off. All samples will be delivered to the Delaware State Laboratory by the Public Utilities representative for analysis. Each section of water main shall receive approval from the Public Utilities Department and Office of Drinking Water prior to being placed in service. v. If testing results do not meet the requirements necessary, the Contractor shall repeat sterilization procedures, and any other work determined necessary, as directed by the Public Utilities representative, and tests shall be repeated. Failure to pass the tests specified above will be sufficient cause to reject the work until satisfactory results have been obtained. The Public Utilities Department shall have sole authority and responsibility to determine if the tests are acceptable. vi. All expenses and costs incurred in carrying out the specified sterilization work and tests shall be borne by the Contractor. D. Water Meter Inspections 1. All water meter installations shall be inspected by a Public Utilities representative to ensure compliance with all installation requirements, including completion of finish grading. (See construction detail W-1.) 2. Requests for a meter inspection shall be made to the Public Utilities Department providing at least two (2) working days notice. 3. Water service will not be turned on to the property or structure until the installation has passed meter inspection. E. Wastewater Testing Requirements 1. Air Testing i. Sanitary sewer main installations shall be air tested by the Contractor, utilizing individuals qualified to perform the testing, and approved by the Public Utilities representative. All air testing shall be performed under the Public Utilities representative’s observation. Copies of the testing results must be provided to the Public Utilities representative. All equipment and labor required to perform the tests shall be furnished by the Contractor. ii. Air testing shall be completed after all the utility pipes have been installed in the area to be tested and prior to commencement of the street construction. 58 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iii. Air testing shall be performed on each section of sanitary sewer main, including sewer laterals. A pressure of four (4) psi shall be maintained for five (5) minutes with no variation. iv. Disposal of any wastewater or test water into the City’s sanitary sewer system is subject to charges in accordance with current wastewater rates and user fees. Discharge requests must be submitted in writing to the Water / Wastewater Manager. Written approval must be obtained prior to the occurrence of any discharge to the system. v. If inspection or test shows defects or testing failure, such defective work or material, shall be replaced at the expense of the Contractor, and inspection and tests shall be repeated. All repairs shall be made with new material; failure to meet the tests specified above will be sufficient cause to reject the work until the defects are satisfactorily repaired. All expenses and costs incurred in carrying out the specified tests shall be borne by the Contractor. The Public Utilities Department shall have sole authority and responsibility to determine if the tests are acceptable. 2. Hydrostatic Testing i. Sanitary sewer force main installations shall be hydrostatically tested by the Contractor, utilizing individuals qualified to perform the testing, and approved by the Public Utilities representative. All hydrostatic testing shall be performed under the Public Utilities representative’s supervision. Copies of the testing results must be provided to the Public Utilities representative. All equipment and labor required to perform the tests shall be furnished by the Contractor. ii. Hydrostatic testing shall be completed after all the utility pipes have been installed in the area to be tested and prior to commencement of the street construction. iii. During the hydrostatic testing of force mains, a pressure of seventy-five (75) psi shall be maintained for two (2) hours with no variation. iv. Disposal of any wastewater or test water into the City’s sanitary sewer system is subject to charges in accordance with current wastewater rates and user fees. Discharge requests must be submitted in writing to the Water / Wastewater Manager. Written approval must be obtained prior to the occurrence of any discharge to the system. v. If inspection or test shows defects or testing failure, such defective work or material, shall be replaced at the expense of the Contractor, and inspection and tests shall be repeated. All repairs shall be made with new material; failure to 59 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us meet the tests specified above will be sufficient cause to reject the work until the defects are satisfactorily repaired. All expenses and costs incurred in carrying out the specified tests shall be borne by the Contractor. The Public Utilities Department shall have sole authority and responsibility to determine if the tests are acceptable. 3. Infiltration Inspections i. Each manhole, wet well or similar structure installed within the sanitary sewer system shall be inspected for infiltration by the Public Utilities representative. ii. If inspections show any defects or signs of infiltration, such defective work or material, shall be repaired or replaced at the expense of the Contractor, and inspection shall be repeated. All repairs shall be made with new material; failure to prohibit infiltration into wastewater utility system will be sufficient cause to reject the work until the defects are satisfactorily repaired or replaced. 4. Video Inspections i. Within three (3) months of the Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance, all sanitary sewer lines and manholes shall be televised. All lines must be flushed and cleaned by the Contractor prior to televising. ii. Video inspection reports shall be reviewed with the Public Utilities representative. Workmanship and cleanliness of the installation will be checked. All video inspection reports shall be compatible with current Public Utilities Department video inspection software and shall include the following: All video inspections shall be performed utilizing the NASSCO PACP (National Association of Sewer Service Companies Pipeline Assessment Certification Program) methodology. Reference the start and end of each video segment as it begins, by clearly identifying the manhole number where the video segment begins and the manhole number where the video segment ends. Footages along the sewer line must be shown on the video report and zeroed out at the beginning of each segment starting from the center of the manhole. The video camera shall be guided forward at a moderate to slow pace along the bottom of the pipe as per PACP guidelines. iii. If the video inspection shows any defects, such defective work or material shall be replaced at the expense of the Contractor, and the video inspection and any other required tests shall be repeated. All repairs shall be made with new 60 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us material; failure to meet testing requirements will be sufficient cause to reject the work until the defects are satisfactorily repaired. All expenses and costs incurred in carrying out the specified tests and video inspections shall be borne by the Contractor. No sanitary sewer infrastructure will be accepted by the City of Dover until all defects have been corrected. The Public Utilities Department shall have sole authority and responsibility to determine if the tests are acceptable. F. Tracer Wire and Identification Tape Verification 1. All non-metallic water lines (mains and services) shall be installed with a tracer wire and identification tape. The wire shall be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge blue coated solid copper wire, wrapped around the pipe, and extending up into all valve and curb boxes. The identification tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot (1’) above the pipe, with the following text: “Caution: Buried Water Line Below”. 2. All non-metallic wastewater lines (mains and laterals) shall be installed with a tracer wire and identification tape. (Tracer wire is not required on gravity mains.) The wire shall be a minimum of twelve (12) gauge green coated solid copper wire, wrapped around the pipe. The identification tape shall be six-inches (6”) wide, laid one foot (1’) above the pipe, with the following text: “Caution: Buried Sewer Line Below”. 3. Within three (3) months of the Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance, all mains, laterals, and services requiring tracer wire and identification tape shall be verified for the functionality of the same by a Public Utilities representative. 4. Requests for tracer wire and identification tape verification shall be made to the Public Utilities Department providing at least two (2) working days notice. 5. If the tracer wire and identification tape verification identifies any defects or non- functioning areas, such defective work or material shall be replaced at the expense of the Contractor, and the tracer wire and detector tape verification and any other required tests shall be repeated. All re-testing expenses shall be charged to the Contractor by the Department. All repairs shall be made with new material; failure to meet testing requirements will be sufficient cause to reject the work until the defects are satisfactorily repaired. All expenses and costs incurred in carrying out the specified tests shall be borne by the Contractor. No water or wastewater infrastructure will be accepted by the City of Dover until all defects have been corrected. The Public Utilities Department shall have sole authority and responsibility to determine if the tests are acceptable. 61 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us G. Final Inspection, Request for Acceptance and Dedication 1. Final Inspection i. The Developer shall request a final inspection when all work is complete. This request shall be made to the Public Services Manager or Public Utilities Construction & Inspections Manager as established through the pre- construction meeting. ii. The final inspection will be scheduled within five (5) to ten (10) days of the request. iii. The final inspection will be conducted by all relevant City staff. City staff shall be accompanied by the Developer, and/or his/her representative, and inspect the site. All items of work, if any, which must be completed, replaced or repaired, will be identified. iv. The Public Utilities Construction & Inspection Manager will provide the Public Services Manager or the Developer, in accordance with F.1.i. above, a punch list of the remaining work to be completed within ten (10) working days of the final inspection. The punch list will include information required under Request for Acceptance. v. Should the Developer fail to request a final inspection, the Public Utilities Construction & Inspection Manager may provide the Developer with a punch list of all remaining work to be completed for the project at his/her discretion. 2. Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance i. A Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance is required for all projects which contain components which are to be dedicated to the City of Dover. ii. Upon completion of the final inspection, and when all resulting punch list items have been completed to the satisfaction of the Public Utilities Department, the Developer shall submit a written Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance to the Public Services Manager with copy to the Water / Wastewater Manager. iii. In conjunction with the written request, the following items must be included: As-Built Infrastructure Plans including strike through corrections to the materials listing table, utility schedules, and public infrastructure dedication table. Final Sanitary Sewer Line and Manhole Video Inspection Reports. Video inspections and reports can be submitted on CD-ROM or DVD-ROM. The video report will be used to view the condition of the sanitary sewer 62 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us pipe prior to acceptance. All defects shall be repaired by the Contractor prior to submission. All video inspection reports shall become the property of the City of Dover. Release from Unpaid Bills (To be submitted to Public Services Manager only.) Ten percent (10%) Maintenance Bond (To be submitted to Public Services Manager only.) Verification of Installation of Street Signs (To be submitted to Public Services Manager only.) Verification of Installation of Permanent Monuments (To be submitted to Public Services Manager only.) iv. The Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance will be reviewed by the Public Services and Public Utilities Departments. v. The Water / Wastewater Manager will provide a recommendation to accept or deny acceptance of the water and wastewater utility infrastructure associated with the Request for Public Infrastructure Acceptance to the Public Services Manager. 3. Public Infrastructure Dedication i. The Public Infrastructure Dedication procedure shall commence upon satisfactory completion of every prior step and receipt of recommendations to accept infrastructure from the Public Services and Public Utilities Departments. ii. The Public Services Manager shall be responsible for all necessary forms and documentation to be submitted to the appropriate Council Committee and to City Council to request dedication of public infrastructure. iii. City Council shall grant final approval of dedication. This approval will authorize the acceptance and ownership of all public infrastructure associated with the project. In addition, private infrastructure will also be identified. Private infrastructure shall be maintained by others in accordance with any special conditions associated with the project. iv. Until dedication approval is granted by City Council, the Developer is responsible for all costs associated with the repair and maintenance of all public infrastructure. This includes, but is not limited to, reimbursement to the City for repairs and maintenance performed when determined to be in the best interest of public health, safety and welfare.  63 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us   VI. Operations and Maintenance  A. Water 1. General i. The City does not guarantee any special service, pressure, capacity or facility other than is permitted by the ordinary and changing operating condition of the City's water system, as the same exists from day to day. The city shall be free and exempt from any and all claims for injury to any person or property damage by reason of fire, water, and failure to supply water pressure or capacity. ii. In case of breakdown, emergency or for any other unavoidable cause, the City shall have the right to cut off the water supply temporarily in order to make necessary repairs or connections. In such case, the City shall not be liable for any damage or inconvenience suffered by the customer; or any claim against it at any time for interruption in service, lessening of supply, inadequate pressure, poor water quality, or any cause beyond its control. The same rule shall apply if the City discontinues service pursuant to any other provision of this Handbook or the City Code. iii. The Public Utilities Department shall maintain all water utility facilities dedicated to the City of Dover. All dedicated facilities shall be located within a public right-of-way, public utility easement, or on City of Dover Property. iv. It shall be unlawful for any person, other than Public Utilities Department personnel, to open or close any curb stop or valve on the public water mains or service lines. v. The property owner shall maintain all water utility facilities that have not been dedicated to the City of Dover. vi. The City of Dover shall have the power to regulate all water utility infrastructure, whether dedicated or undedicated, including that located on private property at the present time and all infrastructure to be located on private property in the future. Public Utilities Department and/or Fire Marshal’s Office shall periodically inspect water utility infrastructure located on private property, or undedicated, to see that it is functioning properly. If any defects are discovered, the property owner shall be directed to correct such defects or make such improvements, additions or alterations as deemed necessary to 64 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us make the water utility infrastructure functional at his/her expense. The property owner shall be provided with a set time within which such repairs shall be made. If the property owner shall fail to comply with the directive, water service shall be discontinued until such time as the location reaches compliance to the satisfaction of the Public Utilities Department, but in no event shall water supply to fire hydrant(s) be discontinued. The Public Utilities Director may proceed with the necessary repairs utilizing Department personnel or other authorized independent contractors, if determined in the best interest of public health, safety, and welfare. The property owner shall be billed for the work and labor performed and materials and equipment furnished. In the event that the property owner fails to pay said bills or expenses within 30 days from the date the same are mailed to the owner, then such bills shall be entered in the municipal lien docket as a lien owing the City and the same may be turned over to the city solicitor for collection. vii. Water service shall be resumed after discontinuance only when the conditions under which such service was discontinued are corrected to the satisfaction of the Public Utilities Department and upon the payment of all proper charges or amounts. The customer or property owner shall pay a fee covering service charges incident to discontinuance and resumption of water service. viii. The City Manager and his/her authorized agents shall have the authority to enter any building or premises within the City or service territory at reasonable times to inspect all pipes, valves, spigots or other attachments or to make necessary and reasonable tests consistent with good engineering practice to determine condition or to determine if any violations of this Handbook or City Code exist. ix. The Public Utilities Department shall be responsible for the operations of all water utility facilities to ensure that all local, state and federal laws and requirements are met, including Drinking Water Standards. In the event maintenance activities, repairs, replacements or upgrades are determined necessary to dedicated facilities in order to meet the requirements noted above, such activities shall be completed within the time frame required. When such activities are required of undedicated facilities, the property owner shall perform such activities as directed by the Public Utilities Department within the time frame required at his/her expense. If the property owner shall fail to comply with the directive, all response shall occur in accordance with Section VI.A.1.vi. 65 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us x. The customer will give immediate written notice to the Water / Wastewater Manager of any proposed substantial increase or decrease in demand, or change of use or purpose of the customer’s location. The water service connection, sanitary sewer lateral connection and water meters for each customer have a maximum capacity and no additional demand will be permitted except by the written consent of the Department. Failure to give notice to additions or changes will render the customer liable for upgrades required or performed by the Department on behalf of the location. xi. No trees may be planted within ten feet (10’) of water utility infrastructure. xii. No structures, including permanent signage, may be located within ten feet (10’) of water utility infrastructure. xiii. Water lines may not be located near any potential source of contamination. 2. Repairs and Replacement i. Public Utilities Department Responsibilities The Public Utilities Department will immediately repair all water utility infrastructure, including water mains, valves and fire hydrants, dedicated to the City of Dover whenever leaks, breaks or other failures are identified. The Public Utilities Department will repair water services between the main and the curb stop (when installed within one foot (1’) of the right- of-way or easement line as per requirements), whenever leaks, breaks or other failures are identified. For all other water service cases, repairs or replacement shall be made to the right-of-way or easement line only. The Public Utilities Department reserves the right to charge any party responsible for damage to water utility infrastructure for labor, equipment, materials and other expenses incurred due to the repair of such facilities. The Public Utilities Department will replace water utility infrastructure dedicated to the City of Dover only when determined appropriate by the City. ii. Property Owner Responsibilities The property owner shall immediately repair all undedicated water utility infrastructure, including but not limited to water mains, valves, fire hydrants, fire mains and service lines whenever leaks, breaks or other failures are identified at his/her expense. Inspections shall be 66 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us performed by a Public Utilities representative in accordance with all requirements of this Handbook. All said facilities, including fixtures and other attachments furnished by the customer or property owner on the property, shall be maintained in good order and condition and free from leaks. The City shall in no event be responsible for maintaining any portion of the water utility infrastructure owned by the customer (infrastructure located outside of the right-of-way or easement), or for damage done by water escaping there from. The property owner shall have seventy-two (72) hours to complete all repairs required to a standard water service line. Repairs required to all other water utility infrastructure components (such as water mains) shall be initiated within two (2) hours. If the Public Utilities Department is aware of an issue, notice shall be provided at the property directly to either the property owner or customer. If the property owner shall fail to comply with the directive, all response shall occur in accordance with Section VI.A.1.vi. The property owner shall be responsible for the replacement and maintenance of undedicated water utility infrastructure at his/her expense. All replacement activities shall meet the requirements of this Handbook including plan development. 3. Water Distribution System Flushing Program i. Water system flushing is performed on a regular basis as a critical part of normal system maintenance. The goal of this program is to ensure water quality is maintained at its optimal level. ii. Water mains are typically sized to allow adequate and safe flows for fire protection. Under normal demand conditions, water moves through the mains at a low velocity. This slow movement allows mineral deposits, to build up and accumulate in pipes over time. The buildup can restrict water flow in the pipes and contributes to corrosion, water color problems, and inadequate fire flow. iii. The Public Utilities Department systematically utilizes fire hydrants, and other outlets, throughout the system to perform the Water Distribution System Flushing Program. This allows water to move through a water main at a high velocity, creating a scouring action. The water is discharged through the hydrant, or other outlet, which in turn removes settled particles, such as iron, from the system. System evaluation is also performed during the flushing operation. 67 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iv. All water system flushing operations shall be scheduled by the Water / Wastewater Manager to ensure the water distribution system is optimally maintained based upon current practices. v. Water system flushing shall be performed on all dedicated water mains on a regular basis. Water system flushing on water mains which are not dedicated to the City of Dover is the responsibility of the property owner. The City reserves the right to require water system flushing to be performed, upon request, by the owner / operator. Public Utilities Department personnel will perform private system flushing, in conjunction with regular flushing operations, upon request. Requests must be made in writing to the Water / Wastewater Manager. The property owner shall reimburse the Public Utilities Department for labor, materials and equipment perform water system flushing. The City shall be free and exempt from any and all claims due infrastructure defects that may be identified or repairs which may be required as a result of flushing operations. Should the property owner opt to utilize an independent contractor to perform flushing, these operations must be scheduled with the Water / Wastewater Manager in conjunction with regular flushing operations. 4. Fire Hydrant Flow Testing and Fire Suppression System Testing i. The Public Utilities Department performs fire hydrant flow testing to determine the flow pressure and volume of water that is expected from each hydrant. Flow testing is one of the ways the Department uses to ensure that hydrants are operable and to determine any system limitations that may need addressed. All hydrants are color coded following testing so Fire Department personnel can identify what water flow a certain fire hydrant can deliver during an emergency situation. Flow testing results are also utilized by sprinkler system designers to ensure a system for a structure is appropriately designed. ii. Flow testing on fire hydrants dedicated to the City of Dover shall be performed by Public Utilities Department personnel only. iii. Flow testing on fire hydrants which are not dedicated to the City of Dover is the responsibility of the property owner. The City reserves the right to require flow testing to be performed, upon request, by the owner / operator. Public Utilities Department personnel will perform these tests upon request. Requests must be made in writing to the Water / Wastewater Manager. The property owner shall reimburse the Public Utilities Department for labor, materials and equipment to flow test and appropriately mark the hydrant. Should the property owner opt to utilize an independent contractor to perform these tests, the testing operations must be scheduled with the Water / Wastewater Manager and flow 68 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us testing results must be submitted for review within five (5) business days of testing completion. iv. Sprinkler system designers may also request flow testing data through the Public Utilities Department. Should more recent testing data be required, the flow test shall be scheduled by the Water / Wastewater Manager. v. All fire hydrant flow testing, whether performed by the Public Utilities Department or through an independent contractor for dedicated and undedicated facilities, shall be scheduled through the Water / Wastewater Manager in order to maintain the integrity of the system and minimize system disturbance. All requests to perform fire hydrant flow testing on undedicated facilities by an independent contractor must be submitted in writing to the Water / Wastewater Manager. vi. Fire suppression systems are inspected and tested by an independent contractor for the building owner or occupant. Testing activities to be performed on systems connected to the water system, that will required water usage, must be scheduled through the Water / Wastewater Manager in order to maintain the integrity of the system and minimize system disturbance. Scheduling requests must be made in writing. Within five (5) business days of testing completion, a water usage report, including calculations must be submitted to the Water / Wastewater Manager. 5. Fire Hydrants i. It shall be unlawful for any person other than members of a Fire Department engaged in the performance of their duties, any person in the event of an emergency endangering life or property, or the Public Utilities Department for authorized purposes to open, use or take water from any fire hydrant. ii. Fire hydrants shall not be used for the filling of swimming pools. This shall be accomplished only through the metered supply that serves the property. iii. Fire hydrant connections by contractors are prohibited. This method may not be utilized during any phase of a construction project. iv. Fire hydrants shall not be used for the filling of tank trucks. The City has provided a filling station for such use at the William Street municipal facility. All tank trucks shall use this facility. Tickets can be purchased at 5 East Reed Street for use of this service. 69 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us 6. Water Meters i. All water meters, regardless of location, shall be accessible to the Public Utilities Department and City of Dover meter reading personnel, at all times. This requirement applies to all meters, existing and proposed, regardless of location prior to the effective date of this Handbook. All meters shall have a minimum clear area around the meter of three feet long by three feet wide by six feet high (3’L x 3’W x 6’H) for accessibility purposes. Existing non-pit meters shall not be blocked from access by walls, equipment or any other materials. ii. The Public Utilities Department shall maintain all water meters within the system as far as ordinary wear and tear are concerned. iii. All water meters should be routinely tested by the Public Utilities Department. Should a customer contest the results of a routine test, all costs to retest the meter shall be incurred by the customer. Should a customer desire to have their meter tested before its next scheduled test date and the meter is found to be correct within established tolerances as identified in this Handbook, all costs to test the meter shall be incurred by the customer. iv. Damage to any non-pit meter or radio read due to external causes due to negligence, freezing, or hot water, or to any pit or vault meter or radio read due to external causes due to negligence, shall be the responsibility of the property owner. The owner shall reimburse the Public Utilities Department for labor, materials and equipment required to repair or replace the meter or radio read. v. All water meters and appurtenances shall be purchased by the customer through the City of Dover. For all non City stocked meter sizes, the meters shall be purchased by the customer through an approved vendor as directed by the City. All new and replacement meters require authorization from the Water / Wastewater Manager or his/her designated representative prior to purchase to ensure appropriate sizing and location of the meter. (The customer shall be responsible for the purchase and installation of the initial meter for a site as well as any replacement meter that may be required due to a change in demand. The Public Utilities Department will be responsible for the purchase and installation of any replacement meter due to age or normal wear and tear.) vi. Once water service is established through the initial service application, all water meters registered with the City of Dover shall become the property of the City. vii. The City of Dover reserves the right to relocate water meters from inside a facility or structure to outside the facility or structure. Said meters will be 70 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us installed within a meter pit or vault in accordance with the provisions of this Handbook. This shall include the provision that each property or principle structure shall be metered by a single water meter so as to control the entire domestic supply. 7. Backflow Prevention i. Backflow prevention is required at all connections to the City of Dover water utility system to prevent contamination of the public water system from backflow. ii. All backflow prevention shall be provided through the use of dual check valves to prevent against backsiphonage and backpressure. The dual check valve shall be manufactured in full conformance with the standards established by the American Water Works Association titled AWWA C510-07 (Standard for Double Check Valve Backflow Prevention Assembly). iii. Backflow prevention shall be provided on all domestic supply lines through the installation of a dual check valve at the meter. iv. Backflow prevention is required on all Class 3, Class 4, Class 5 and Class 6 fire protection systems. Backflow prevention can be waived by the Water / Wastewater Manger on Class 1 and Class 2 fire protections systems if all AWWA requirements are met. v. In all cases backflow prevention shall be installed before the first branch line leading off the service line. vi. The property owner shall be responsible for the testing, maintenance, repair and replacement of all backflow prevention devices. vii. Locations identified without the required backflow prevention assembly, or with assemblies which do not function properly, will be provided written notice to install / replace said device as per the requirements of this Handbook. The property owner shall have fourteen (14) business days to complete all work required. If the property owner shall fail to comply with the directive, all response shall occur in accordance with Section VI.A.1.vi. 8. Concerns and Problems i. Customers may contact the Public Utilities Department during the normal working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, at 302-736-7070 with any questions or concerns regarding the City of Dover Water Utility. 71 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us ii. Customers may contact the Public Utilities Department System Operations at 302-736-7060 or 302-736-7086 (twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week) with any problems or emergencies relating to the City of Dover Water Utility. iii. The customer shall immediately notify the Public Utilities Department of damage to or malfunction of the water meter as soon as it comes to his/her knowledge. B. Wastewater 1. General i. The Public Utilities Department shall maintain all wastewater utility facilities dedicated to the City of Dover. All dedicated facilities shall be located within a public right-of-way, public utility easement, or on City of Dover Property. ii. The property owner shall maintain all wastewater utility facilities that have not been dedicated to the City of Dover. iii. The City of Dover shall have the power to regulate all wastewater utility infrastructure, whether dedicated or undedicated, including that located on private property at the present time and all infrastructure to be located on private property in the future. Public Utilities Department shall periodically inspect wastewater utility infrastructure located on private property, or undedicated, to see that it is functioning properly. If any defects are discovered, the property owner shall be directed to correct such defects or make such improvements, additions or alterations as deemed necessary to make the wastewater utility infrastructure functional at his/her expense. The property owner shall be provided with a set time within which such repairs shall be made. If the property owner shall fail to comply with the directive, water service shall be discontinued until such time as the location reaches compliance, but in no event shall water supply to fire hydrant(s) be discontinued. The Public Utilities Director may proceed with the necessary repairs utilizing Department personnel or other authorized independent contractors, if determined in the best interest of public health, safety, and welfare. The property owner shall be billed for the work and labor performed and materials and equipment furnished. In the event that the property owner fails to pay said bills or expenses within 30 days from the date the same are mailed to the owner, then such bills shall be entered in the municipal lien docket as a lien owing the City and the same may be turned over to the city solicitor for collection. 72 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iv. The City Manager and his/her authorized agents shall have the authority to enter any premises within the City or service territory at reasonable times to inspect, repair or replacement wastewater utility infrastructure or to make necessary and reasonable tests consistent with good engineering practice to determine condition or to determine if any violations of this Handbook or City Code exist. v. The Public Utilities Department shall be responsible for the operations of all wastewater utility facilities to ensure that all local, state and federal laws and requirements are met. In the event maintenance activities, repairs, replacements or upgrades are determined necessary to dedicated facilities in order to meet the requirements noted above, such activities shall be completed within the time frame required. When such activities are required of undedicated facilities, the property owner shall perform such activities as directed by the Public Utilities Department within the time frame required at his/her expense. If the property owner shall fail to comply with the directive, all response shall occur in accordance with Section VI.B.1.iii. vi. No trees may be planted within ten feet (10’) of wastewater utility infrastructure. vii. No structures, including permanent signage, may be located within ten feet (10’) of wastewater utility infrastructure. viii. Wastewater lines may not be located near any potential source of contamination. 2. Repairs and Replacement i. Public Utilities Department Responsibilities The Public Utilities Department will repair all wastewater utility infrastructure, including sanitary sewer gravity lines, force mains, manholes and pumping stations, dedicated to the City of Dover whenever breaks or other failures are identified. The Public Utilities Department will repair sanitary sewer laterals between the main and the cleanout (when installed within one foot (1’) of the right-of-way or easement line as per requirements), whenever breaks or other failures are identified. In the event a cleanout is not available, the property owner is responsible for installing said cleanout 73 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us as required by this Handbook. Once the cleanout has been installed, the location of any failures or defects can then be identified. The Public Utilities Department reserves the right to charge any party responsible for damage to wastewater utility infrastructure for labor, equipment, materials and other expenses incurred due to the repair of such facilities. The Public Utilities Department will replace wastewater utility infrastructure dedicated to the City of Dover only when determined appropriate by the City. ii. Property Owner Responsibilities The property owner shall repair all undedicated wastewater utility infrastructure, including but not limited to sanitary sewer gravity lines, force mains, manholes, sanitary sewer laterals, cleanouts, grease traps and pumping stations whenever breaks or other failures are identified at his/her expense. Inspections shall be performed by a Public Utilities representative in accordance with all requirements of this Handbook. All cleanouts are the full responsibility of the property owner. All said facilities, including fixtures and other attachments furnished by the customer or property owner on the property, shall be maintained in good order and condition. The City shall in no event be responsible for maintaining any portion of the wastewater utility infrastructure owned by the customer (infrastructure located outside of the right-of-way or easement), or for damage done by or penalties resulting from wastewater escaping there from. The property owner shall have seventy-two (72) hours to complete all non-critical repairs. All critical repairs shall be initiated within two (2) hours. If the Public Utilities Department is aware of an issue, notice shall be provided at the property directly to either the property owner or customer. If the property owner shall fail to comply with the directive, all response shall occur in accordance with Section VI.B.1.iii. The property owner shall be responsible for the replacement and maintenance of undedicated wastewater utility infrastructure at his/her expense. All replacement activities shall meet the requirements of this Handbook including plan development. 74 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us 3. Maintenance i. Public Utilities Department Responsibilities The Public Utilities Department shall clean and maintain all sanitary sewer gravity lines, manholes and pumping stations dedicated to the City of Dover (see also Sanitary Sewer Main Jetting Program) on a regular basis to ensure a functioning wastewater system. The Public Utilities Department shall video inspect all sanitary sewer gravity lines and manholes dedicated to the City of Dover on a regular basis to analyze pipe and manhole condition. ii. Property Owner Responsibilities The property owner shall clean and maintain all undedicated wastewater utility infrastructure, including but not limited to sanitary sewer gravity lines, manholes, sanitary sewer laterals, cleanouts, grease traps and pumping stations on a regular basis to ensure a functioning wastewater system at his/her expense. All dedicated / undedicated sanitary sewer gravity lines shall be cleaned and maintained to the point of connection to the City of Dover sanitary sewer main line. Any blockage occurring in a dedicated / undedicated sanitary sewer gravity main or lateral, to the point of connection at the main, shall be the sole responsibility of the property owner unless a blockage is found within the City of Dover sanitary sewer main line. All sanitary sewer laterals shall be cleaned and maintained from the structure receiving wastewater service to the point of connection to the City of Dover sanitary sewer main line by the property owner. The property owner is responsible for ensuring adequate cleanouts are located on the lateral, including one (1) cleanout one foot (1’) outside the right-of-way or easement line as per this Handbook, to allow for proper maintenance in conformance with the requirements of this Handbook. Any blockage occurring in a sanitary sewer lateral, to the point of connection at the sewer main, shall be the sole responsibility of the property owner unless a blockage is found within the City of Dover sanitary sewer main line. In the event repairs are required to the sanitary sewer lateral within the right-of-way or easement, the Public Utilities Department shall perform such repairs only after obtaining first hand evidence that the problem is located within the right-of-way and that the problem requires repair or 75 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us replacement of the lateral. This shall ensure that the City road or right- of-way is restored properly. 4. Sanitary Sewer Main Jetting Program i. Sanitary sewer main jetting is performed on a regular basis as a critical part of normal system maintenance. The goal of this program is to remove debris, grease and other deposits to ensure a functioning wastewater system. ii. Sanitary sewer mains are typically sized to allow adequate conveyance of peak flow conditions. Flow occurring under non-peak conditions can move through the mains at lower velocities resulting in material deposits and build up in pipes. The buildup can restrict flow in pipes and if not removed can contribute to line blockages. iii. The Public Utilities Department utilizes a jetting truck at manholes throughout the system to perform the Sanitary Sewer Main Jetting Program. The jet truck sends water through the main at a high velocity, creating a scouring action, which removes build up within the lines. iv. All sanitary sewer main jetting operations shall be scheduled by the Water / Wastewater Manager to ensure the wastewater system is optimally maintained based upon current practices. v. Sanitary sewer main jetting shall be performed on all dedicated sanitary sewer mains on a regular basis. 5. Wastewater Meters i. Wastewater meters shall be permitted only with approval from the Public Utilities Director. ii. Design calculations, installation and site plans must be submitted to the Water / Wastewater Manager for review and approval prior to receiving final approval from the Public Utilities Director. iii. All wastewater meters shall be installed outside in a pit or vault as appropriate. All wastewater meters, regardless of location, shall be accessible to the Public Utilities Department at all times for inspection. All meters shall have a minimum clear area around the meter of three feet long by three feet wide by six feet high (3’L x 3’W x 6’H) for accessibility purposes. Existing non-pit meters shall not be blocked from access by walls, equipment or any other materials. iv. The property owner shall be responsible for maintaining, repairing and replacing individual wastewater meters at his/her expense. Certificates of calibration, 76 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us meeting NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technologies) requirements, shall be submitted to the Water / Wastewater Manager annually. v. The City of Dover reserves the right to discontinue direct read wastewater billing service in the event the property owner is not properly maintaining the wastewater meters. 6. Prohibited Discharges i. It shall be unlawful for any person or group of persons to throw, place, or deposit, or attempt to throw, place or deposit, or cause to be thrown, placed or deposited, any article, object or substance into any wastewater utility infrastructure, which object, or substance would injure, damage or curtail flow in any manner in said wastewater system or pumping station into which wastewater utility infrastructure empties. ii. It shall be unlawful to pour, drain or run into the wastewater utility infrastructure of the City, by any method whatsoever, any tar or tar product, or petroleum or petroleum product, or any flammable substance or material. iii. It shall be unlawful to pour or drain into or permit the drainage into the wastewater utility infrastructure of the City any substance or chemical which would damage the machinery or equipment, or hinder the proper functioning or flow of the wastewater system or of pumping stations, owned and operated by the City. iv. Prohibited discharges shall include that contained within Part II, Chapter 180, Article III, Section 180-10 of the Code of Kent County, as revised. This Code requires that “No person shall discharge or cause to be discharged any stormwater, surface water, uncontaminated groundwater, roof runoff, subsurface drainage, uncontaminated noncontact cooling water or unpolluted industrial process waters to any sanitary sewer”. This shall include condensate as Section 98-161 of the City of Dover Code defines storm sewer as “…any system used for conveying rain water, stormwater, surface water, condensate, cooling water or similar liquid wastes, exclusive of sewage”. v. Trucks carrying sanitary sewer waste may discharge into the sanitary sewer system, in accordance with this Section, only upon approval by the Public Utilities Director or Water / Wastewater Manager. Requests shall be submitted in writing and reviewed on a case by case basis. All waste proposed to be discharged must have been generated by a customer of the City of Dover Wastewater System and meet all requirements of this section. 77 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us 7. Concerns and Problems i. Customers may contact the Public Utilities Department during the normal working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, at 302-736-7070 with any questions or concerns regarding the City of Dover Wastewater Utility. ii. Customers may contact the Public Utilities Department System Operations at 302-736-7060 or 302-736-7086 (twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week) with any problems or emergencies relating to the City of Dover Wastewater Utility. C. Customer Services 1. Application for Service i. In order to receive water and/or wastewater service, each customer is required to apply at the Customer Service Department and if approved the customer shall enter into a contract with the City for water and/or wastewater service, as appropriate for the location, which is subject to the terms of service. Any prior outstanding debts to the City of Dover will result in service not being granted until the debt is paid in full. ii. When requesting service, individuals need to complete an application for utility service at least twenty four (24) hours or one (1) business day before the requested service date. The City requires a signed lease agreement or proof of ownership, a Social Security card, and one form of photo identification. The City will obtain credit reports to determine the amount of a deposit, if required. Charges for water and/or wastewater service, as applicable for the account, shall begin at the time service is made available to the customer. iii. The application form must be completed and approved to engage in a contract for service. This Handbook and any Rules and Regulations adopted by the City shall be part of every contract for water and/or wastewater service. iv. The City Manager is empowered to create and enforce all rules and regulations in order to maintain and operate the City’s water and wastewater systems. The City Manager, or designee, is authorized to review every contract for water and/or wastewater service. Additional information regarding policies and regulations may be obtained by contacting the City of Dover’s Customer Service Department. v. The City may reject any application for service if the applicant does not meet all the requirements of the City. 78 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us vi. The City does not charge a service fee to establish or discontinue service. However, the City reserves the right to charge a service fee to process changes or cancelations to any type of work order requests. An individual requesting to establish service without providing the required notice shall be subject to a service fee according to the published connect and disconnect service fees. vii. The City may require a service deposit for all utility (electric, water and/or wastewater) accounts. This amount varies depending on the customer’s credit rating. The requested deposit can be as much as three times the average monthly bill at the residence in question or as little as zero. Service deposits are held in an interest bearing account. Interest is paid on the deposit at a rate set by the City Council. When the customer account is terminated the deposit will be applied to the final bill. Any credit remaining on the account after the final bill is satisfied will be refunded to the customer once it has been determined that the customer has no other outstanding balances with the City of Dover. viii. As long as a residential customer (owner or renter) maintains a good credit standing, they will never be asked for an additional deposit. A customer who fails to pay their bill and has services disconnected or who has a returned check, and either occurs twice in a twelve month period, will be charged an additional deposit. Additional deposits may be required for any reason the City may deem appropriate. 2. Transference, Discontinuance and Suspension of Service i. When requesting a service transfer, individuals must apply at Customer Service and complete an application for utility service. A signed lease document or proof of ownership, a Social Security card, and one form of photo identification is required. ii. Establishment of water and/or wastewater service to a customer at a new location or transference of water and/or wastewater service to a new location shall be rendered only when all City of Dover outstanding debts are paid in full. Any delinquent balance must be paid in full and the account must be brought current in order to have service established at another location. At this time, the deposit for both locations will be reviewed. Any deposits will be transferred and an additional deposit may be required. The final bill is due and payable when rendered. iii. The customer shall give the City at least (1) business day, or twenty-four (24) hours, written notice to discontinue water and/or wastewater service unless otherwise agreed upon and shall be liable for water and/or wastewater service 79 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us used, as applicable for the account, until the meter is disconnected or final reading is recorded. iv. If, by reason of any act, neglect or default of a customer, the City’s water and/or wastewater service is suspended or the City is prevented from supplying water and/or wastewater service in accordance with the terms of any water and/or wastewater service contract it shall have entered into, the minimum charge for the unexpired portion of the water and/or wastewater service contract term shall become due and payable immediately as liquidated damages in lieu of the anticipated returns from the water and/or wastewater contract. v. Regular meter readings shall be made monthly for all customers, by City personnel, during normal working hours. Failure to have meter accessible for this purpose could result in termination of service. vi. Water and/or wastewater service may be disconnected by the City pursuant to this Handbook and shall be reconnected only upon advance payment of published service fees in addition to all arrearage due under the customer's utility service contract. There will be no charge for turning on or off any service for maintenance or repair purposes if done during normal working hours. Service calls after normal working hours are subject to charges at the rate approved by City Council. Prior to turning on any service discontinued for nonpayment, a service charge at the rate approved by City Council must be paid, together with all current and overdue charges. vii. The City reserves the right to discontinue water and/or wastewater service without notice for the following reasons: For shortages or interruptions in the City’s source of water supply or in other cases of emergency such as the performance of repairs as referenced in VI.A.1., VI.A.2., IV.B.1. and IV.B.2. Whenever an unsafe condition, or condition that may affect public health, safety and welfare, is found to exist on the customer’s premise that is related to or would be affected by water and/or wastewater service. (For example, if a site is discharging wastewater from the site due to a sewer backup or other cause the City may turn off water service to the site to prevent further wastewater discharge from the site in the interest of public health, safety and welfare until the necessary repairs are performed.) 80 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us viii. The City may discontinue water and/or wastewater service to a customer with notice upon a determination by the City Manager, or designee, that the Notice of Termination is correct or that the customer has waived his right to dispute the Notice of Termination for the following reasons: Failure to repair conditions having a detrimental effect on the City’s water and/or wastewater service or public health, safety and welfare as referenced in VI.A.1., VI.A.2., IV.B.1. and IV.B.2. Violation or noncompliance with this Water / Wastewater Handbook and/or Federal, State, or Local rules and regulations. Nonpayment of water / wastewater bill upon a determination by the City Manager, or designee, following the regulation as adopted by the City which may follow the guidelines as adopted by the Public Service Commission of the State of Delaware. 3. Water and Wastewater Rates, Tariffs and Charges i. Copies of the Water and Wastewater Rates, Tariffs and all rules and regulations adopted by City Council are available for the public review at the Customer Service Center, Public Utilities Department, City Clerk’s office and on the City of Dover website. The rules and regulations apply to every customer or applicant for utility service. Revisions and amendments may occur from time to time, and customers are encouraged to contact the City for updates. ii. The failure by the City of Dover to enforce any of the provisions of the Tariffs shall not be deemed a waiver of its right to do so. 4. Billing i. Deduction meters, for irrigation or any other purpose, are not permitted. ii. All water service connections must be metered. The water meter will be utilized to generate both water and wastewater usage. A separate meter may be utilized for irrigation purposes which will not generate a wastewater billing. All meter planning questions should be directed to the Public Utilities Department. iii. Meter readings are obtained by the City’s meter reading staff on a monthly basis on a pre-determined route. The area of the service address determines the date the meter is read, billed and due and requests for a specific billing date cannot be accommodated. The water and/or wastewater bill, as applicable for the account, shall be due and payable within twenty-one (21) days after the water and/or wastewater bill is dated. 81 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us iv. When the City’s meter reader is, at any regular meter reading date unable to gain access to the customer’s premises the City may render an estimated utility bill based on prior usage. v. When terminating services, the customer must make a request to the City one (1) business day, or twenty-four (24) hours, prior to the termination date. The final bill will be due and payable when rendered. Any service deposit on file will be applied to the final bill. If unpaid, the City may refer the account to a collection agency. The customer will be responsible for any fees, penalties, legal expenses and attorney fees incurred during the collection process. vi. The City Manager, or his/her authorized agents, are hereby authorized to discontinue the water supply to any premises for nonpayment of water and/or wastewater service fees, as applicable to the account, thirty-six (36) days after a statement of the amount due shall have been mailed to the owner or occupant of the premises. The overdue water and/or wastewater service fees shall be entered in the municipal lien docket as a lien against property owned by the chargeable. vii. When demands are reassessed as the result of an investigation made at the customer's request or by routine inspection when it is found that the customer has been miss-billed for any reason, the City has the option to render corrected bills to the customer. The corrections will begin with the month when it is established the error occurred, but will not exceed twelve (12) billings. viii. A billing adjustment will be made when a water meter is tested and found to be in excess of five percent (5%) fast / slow. A meter that tests fast – the City will either credit or refund the customer any amount equal to the excess Tgal (thousand gallons) usage, for water and/or wastewater, as applicable for the account, for a period not to exceed the three (3) previous monthly billing periods unless the time at which the error first developed or occurred can be definitively identified. In this case, the estimated Tgals overcharged will be based on that date but will in no case be retroactive beyond a twelve (12) month period. For a meter that tests slow – the customer may be charged any amount equal to the under-registered Tgal (thousand gallons) usage, for water and/or wastewater as applicable for the account, for a period not to exceed the three (3) previous monthly billing periods unless the time at which the error first developed or occurred can be definitively identified. In this case, the estimated Tgals under-charged will be based 82 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us on that date but will in no case be retroactive beyond a twelve (12) month period. ix. A billing adjustment will be made for stopped water meters, jammed registers or non-functioning water meters. The customer’s consumption for water and/or wastewater, as applicable for the account, will be estimated based on the customer’s usage during similar periods. The estimate will cover only the period subsequent to the last recorded meter consumption. x. Sewer (wastewater) meters are permitted to the benefit of the customer and as such the appropriate function and calibration of the meter is the responsibility of the customer. Should it be determined that the sewer meter is malfunctioning or cannot be read for any other reason the wastewater bill will either be estimated based upon the customer’s usage during similar periods or be based upon the water meter reading as most appropriate for the subject location as deemed appropriate by the Public Utilities Department and Customer Service Department. xi. A billing adjustment for water and/or wastewater, as applicable for the account, will be made when water meter tampering and/or theft of service occurs. The usage will be based on the recorded registration of the meter if it is determined that all illegal usage went through the meter. If the usage was not recorded through the meter, the usage will be estimated based on the consumption during similar periods. In cases that only part of the usage passed through the meter, both metered and estimated usages will be used to calculate the total consumption. 5. Payments i. To better serve our customers the City of Dover offers a variety of payment options. Cash, checks, money orders, cashier’s check, certified checks, credit cards, and bank drafting are some accepted forms of payment. Payments can be mailed, brought to the office during normal business hours (8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday), or placed in the drop box located at Customer Service. Cash payments cannot be accepted in the drop box. For complete details on payment options, please contact Customer Services. ii. It is important to maintain a good payment record. Payment is due (21) twenty- one days from the billing date indicated on the bill. Before disconnecting water and/or wastewater service for nonpayment, a disconnection notice shall be mailed to the customer giving an additional (14) days to make the payment or make arrangements with Customer Service, if the customer meets eligibility 83 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us requirements. Delinquent balances are subject to penalties at the percentage approved by City Council. More details on the City’s credit policy are available by contacting Customer Service. iii. All property owners shall be responsible for the fees for water and/or wastewater service, as applicable, on their property and shall not be relieved of the payment of water and/or wastewater service fees because of any agreement between themselves and any tenants in possession. Should a tenant become in arrears for water and/or wastewater service, as applicable for the account, the property owner is ultimately responsible for the payment of the water and/or wastewater bills for the property. Due to this obligation, the property owner may call the Customer Service Department to determine if any water and/or wastewater account for the subject property is in arrears. iv. The City will charge an established service fee for any check or electronic funds transfer returned unpaid for any reason from the bank. In the event the item returned was used for the payment of reconnection of water and/or wastewater service the City may terminate the water and/or wastewater service, without written notice, until the matter is resolved. All returned check payments must be made in cash, credit card or money order at Customer Service, during normal business hours. If the returned check resulted in water and/or wastewater service interruption, an additional service fee will apply. To be reconnected after hours contact the City of Dover Public Utilities Dispatch Center. Only money orders or cashier’s checks will be accepted. v. An equalized payment plan will be permitted for residential customers, property owners only, meeting the requirements. Monthly payments for the service address will be based on the estimated cost of total consumption for the eleven month period October through August, with additional billing being made in the remaining one (1) month. Adjustments in monthly payments may be made after each quarterly review, and may indicate that the original estimate consumption was too high or too low. Additional information can be obtained by contacting Customer Service. 6. Tampering i. Tampering with the infrastructure, appurtenances or equipment of the water and wastewater systems of the City of Dover Public Utilities Department is prohibited. ii. It is unlawful for any person to tamper or interfere with the City’s water meter. It is unlawful for any person, except a duly authorized representative of the City, 84 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

City of Dover Public Utilities Department www.dover.de.us to make any modifications to the City’s meter. The City is not liable for any injury or damage as a result of unlawful activity. iii. In the event that the City's water meters or other property are tampered or interfered with, the customer receiving service through that equipment shall pay the amount which the City estimates is due for water and/or wastewater service, but not registered on the City's water meter, for any repairs or replacements required, and for changes in the customer's installation that the City may require. iv. The City may file Criminal or Civil charges against the responsible party and the customer is subject to arrest for tampering and/or theft of service. Before the service can be restored, all repairs must be made with inspections obtained (if necessary) and full payment for all monies owed the City must be made, including any additional security deposits that may be required. In cases where it cannot be determined who was being supplied, the owner of the property may be held responsible for the tampering/theft. 85 Water/Wastewater Handbook Effective Date: ?/??/2010

Appendix A: Water / Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER INITIAL PLAN SUBMISSION CHECKLIST This form is intended for use by the owner, developer or design consultant for Renovation to Existing Building or Developed Site projects, Site Development projects or Subdivision projects. This form must be submitted with all initial plan submissions. An authorized representative of the owner / developer shall fill out this form in its entirety (including the checklist which starts on Page A2) and sign the certification statement below. If an item is not required as part of the project scope please note Not Applicable in the appropriate project description column. If a particular design aspect is not currently complete, but will be provided in the check print phase, please note Check Print in the appropriate project description column (typically pertains to DAC projects). Public Utilities Department personnel will review this form and all attachments. Review comments and/or approval will be provided under separate cover. PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________ SUBMISSION DATE: _________ CODPU #: _______ (Provided by City of Dover) DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: ______________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ OWNER/DEVELOPER/APPLICANT INFORMATION CONSULTANT INFORMATION Name (Company) Name (Company) Contact Person / Title Contact Person / Title Mailing Address Mailing Address City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Telephone / FAX Telephone / FAX E-mail Address E-mail Address I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge the attached plans meet all City of Dover Public Utilities Department standards and specifications including all applicable local, state and federal requirements. _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _________________ Printed Name of Authorized Representative Signature of Authorized Representative Date

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER INITIAL PLAN SUBMISSION CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: ______________________________________________________________________________ Site Public Utilities Item Renovation Subdivision Development Comments Sheet dimensions shall be no larger than twenty- four (24) by thirty-six (36) inches. Plan sheet scale shall be no smaller than 1” = 60’. Index sheet scale shall be no smaller than 1” = 200’. (Index sheet provided whenever two (2) or more sheets are used to illustrate the plan view.) Location map at a scale of 1” = 400’. Title block. Plan date and all revisions dates. North arrow, scale, datum and benchmark. Name and address of owner, developer (if applicable) and engineer or surveyor. Seal and license number of the professional engineer or surveyor including a certification as to the accuracy of the plan and survey. Property lines of abutting land including property address and name of owner. Existing and proposed boundaries of the property including easements and rights-of-way. Existing and proposed contours at intervals of one foot or less as well as significant existing features including finish floor elevations. A seven and one-half feet (7.5’) wide public utility easement provided along all side lot lines. A fifteen feet (15’) wide public utility easement provided along all rear lot lines. A ten feet (10’) wide public utility easement provided along all front lot lines. All water and wastewater mains not located in the right-of-way located within five feet (5’) of the center of a twenty feet (20’) wide public utility easement. A master phasing plan provided for all projects to be constructed in phases. Phasing plan reflected throughout the plan set. Page A2

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER INITIAL PLAN SUBMISSION CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: ______________________________________________________________________________ Site Public Utilities Item Renovation Subdivision Development Comments The size, type and location of all existing and proposed water mains, service lines, valves, fire hydrants and other appurtenances shown. The size, length, slope, type, flow direction and location of all existing and proposed sanitary sewer mains and laterals shown. The size, type and location of all existing and proposed sanitary structures (including manholes, cleanouts, and pumping stations) shown. Rim and invert elevations labeled on all sanitary structures. Profiles of all sanitary sewer mains provided. All water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer crossings, including services, shown. The proposed location of grease traps, if applicable, provided on the plans. A construction detail for the structure proposed provided. A materials listing table for all proposed water and wastewater utility infrastructure provided. Utility schedules for all wastewater utility infrastructure and storm water infrastructure provided on the construction plans. A public infrastructure dedication table listing all proposed water and wastewater utility infrastructure, storm water infrastructure, streets and alleys to be dedicated to the City of Dover provided on the construction plans. Standard Water / Wastewater notes provided. Sizing calculations for all water mains provided including design capacities. Sizing calculations for all water service lines greater than one-inch (1”) provided. Water usage projections (average and peak flows and plumbing fixture data) for domestic use and irrigation provided. (Irrigation only must be submitted for single-family dwellings.) Page A3

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER INITIAL PLAN SUBMISSION CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: ______________________________________________________________________________ Site Public Utilities Item Renovation Subdivision Development Comments Sizing (flow) calculations provided for all sanitary sewer mains showing that velocity, design capacities and all other requirements are met. Any projected future flow requirements must be clearly identified. Sizing (flow) calculations provided for all sanitary sewer laterals showing that velocity and all other requirements are met. (Must be submitted for all uses other than single-family dwellings.) Hydraulic system analysis provided for each pumping station including force mains. Calculation of the system-head curves and the use of these curves in conjunction with the characteristic curves of available pumps included. Criteria provided in C.1.ii. for average and peak flow used to determine the influent peak flow. Pumping station site requirements provided including: power requirements and panels, one- inch (1”) water service as per standard details, security/work light with photo eye and manual override, flush mount safety equipment for wet well access, steps/ladder within wet well to extend to normal wastewater level, four-inch (4”) bypass pump hook-up with valves, flow meter / chart recorder (to be located in pit with bypass and associated valving), sump pump and electrical hook-up in flow meter pit with manual switch, pole and antenna for RTU, paved driveway, fencing with twelve feet (12’) double gate along perimeter of site, and stone covering of entire site. Standard water details provided. Standard wastewater details provided. Page A4

Appendix B: Water / Wastewater Final Plan Submission Checklist

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER FINAL PLAN SUBMISSION CHECKLIST This form is intended for use by the owner, developer or design consultant for Renovation to Existing Building or Developed Site projects, Site Development projects or Subdivision projects. This form must be submitted with all final plan submissions. An authorized representative of the owner / developer shall fill out this form in its entirety (including the checklist which starts on Page B2) and sign the certification statement below. If an item is not required as part of the project scope please note Not Applicable in the appropriate project description column. Public Utilities Department personnel will review this form and all attachments. Review comments and/or approval will be provided under separate cover. PROJECT NAME: _____________________________________ SUBMISSION DATE: _________ CODPU #: _______ (Provided by City of Dover) DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT: ______________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ OWNER/DEVELOPER/APPLICANT INFORMATION CONSULTANT INFORMATION Name (Company) Name (Company) Contact Person / Title Contact Person / Title Mailing Address Mailing Address City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Telephone / FAX Telephone / FAX E-mail Address E-mail Address I hereby certify that to the best of my knowledge the attached plans meet all City of Dover Public Utilities Department standards and specifications including all applicable local, state and federal requirements. _____________________________________ _____________________________________ _________________ Printed Name of Authorized Representative Signature of Authorized Representative Date

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER FINAL PLAN SUBMISSION CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: ______________________________________________________________________________ Site Public Utilities Item Renovation Subdivision Development Comments Four complete sets plans. Signed by owner and signed and sealed by either a Delaware licensed Professional Engineer or Delaware licensed Professional Land Surveyor as per Delaware State Code. Digital copy of the plans compatible with AutoCAD in addition to all current City of Dover GIS requirements and digital copy of the plans in .pdf format. Public Utilities Department meter sizing / verification completed. State of Delaware Health and Social Services, Division of Public Health, Office of Drinking Water Plan Approval received (water). State of Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), Division of Water Resources, Surface Water Discharges Section Plan Approval received (wastewater). State of Delaware Department of Transportation Plan Approval received with copy attached. Kent Conservation District Sediment and Stormwater Plan Approval received with copy attached. Page B2

Appendix C: Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING CHECKLIST This form is intended for use by the developers or contractors constructing water or sewer facilities within the City of Dover service area. An authorized representative of the developer shall fill out this form in its entirety (including the checklist on Page C2 and all associated forms) and sign the certification statement below. If an item is not required as part of the project scope please note Not Applicable in the appropriate project description column. Public Utilities Department personnel will review this form and all attachments. Review comments and/or approval will be provided under separate cover. PROJECT NAME: _________________________________________ SUBMISSION DATE: ____________ SUBMITTAL #: ______ CODPU PROJECT #: ___________ (Provided by City of Dover) DEVELOPER INFORMATION CONTRACTOR INFORMATION SUPPLIER INFORMATION Name of Developer (Company) Name of Contractor (Company) Name of Supplier (Company) Contact Person Contact Person Contact Person Mailing Address Mailing Address Mailing Address City, State, Zip City, State, Zip City, State, Zip Telephone Telephone Telephone FAX FAX FAX E-Mail Address E-Mail Address E-Mail Address I hereby certify that the specific products indicated within the attached Acceptable Materials Checklists represent a true list of materials to be used within the project indicated above, and I acknowledge understanding of the requirements that follow. Any and all specified requirements detailed in the Water / Wastewater Handbook shall apply to all materials proposed for use on this project. When the notation “Full Specifications Required” or similar language appears within the attached Acceptable Materials Checklists, or when required materials do not appear within said lists, complete shop drawings submittals are required. All materials supplied to the job site shall conform in all ways to the requirements of the Water / Wastewater Handbook. _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ __________________ ____________________ Printed Name of Developer or Contractor Representative Signature of Developer or Contractor Representative Date Telephone

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ SUBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Renovation Site Development Subdivision Public Utilities Comments Construction Schedule List of Subcontractors including contact information Completed DelDOT Utility Construction Permit Application including 8- 1/2” x 11” drawing Completed Acceptable Water Materials Checklist (Appendix E) Completed Acceptable Wastewater Materials Checklist (Appendix F) Completed Acceptable Wet Well Mounted Pump Station Materials Checklist (Appendix G) Completed Acceptable Recessed Wet Well Mounted Pump Station Materials Checklist (Appendix H) Shop Drawing Submittals for Approval (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) (10) Page C2

Appendix D: Acceptable Water Materials Checklist

x CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST This form is intended for use by the developers or contractors constructing water facilities within the City of Dover service area. An authorized representative of the developer shall fill out this form in its entirety and submit it in conjunction with the Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist. Please check a single selection box per item for materials to be used in conjunction with the project. If an item is not required as part of the project scope please note Not Applicable in the Comments section. Please contact the Public Utilities Department if part numbers or models indicated are no longer available. PROJECT NAME: _________________________________________ SUBMISSION DATE: ____________ SUBMITTAL #: ______ CODPU PROJECT #: ___________ (Provided by City of Dover) Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Compression Connector Adapter ANSI/AWWA C800, I.P.T. to CTS O.D.tubing Mueller 110 Compression Adapter o Corporation Stop ground key corporation valve, ANSI/AWWA C800, inlet - 1"; Mueller, H-15008 o AWWA taper (Mueller cc) thread, outlet - Mueller 110 conductive compression connection for CTS O.D. tubing Corporation Stop Ori-Corp corporation valve, ANSI/AWWA C800, inlet - 1-1/4" to 2"; Mueller, H-15013 o AWWA taper (Mueller cc) thread, outlet - Mueller 110 conductive compression connection for CTS O.D. tubing Curb Stop Valve ANSI/AWWA C800 1" to 2", Mueller Oriseal, H-10291 F.I.P. o (requires Mueller 110 compression connectors adapters to connect to CTS tubing)

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Fire Hydrants AWWA C502 and UL236, 5-1/4" opening, 200 psi Darling Co. B-62-B Breakaway o rating, 2-1/2" hose nozzles (2 ea.), 4-1/2" pumper nozzle (1 ea.), caps and operating nut shall have the "DOVER SPECIAL" taper Fittings ductile iron, full body, 350 psi rating, ANSI/AWWA American Pipe o A21.10/C110 U.S. Pipe o Tyler Union o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Gate Valves resilient wedge, epoxy coated, 250 psi rating, domestic Mueller (A-2360) o manufactured IAW ANSI/AWWA C509 / C515, NSF 61 AFC 2500 series o Certified (right hand valves) Kennedy 8571 o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Retainer Glands manufactured of high strength ductile iron conforming Tyler Union o to the requirements of ASTM A536, Grade 65-45-12; US Pipe o wedging mechanisms shall be manufactured of ductile EBBA Iron o iron, heat treated to a hardness of 370 BHN minimum; dimensions of the gland shall be conforming to the Other (Full Specifications Required) o requirements of ANSI/AWWA A21.11/C111 and ANSI/AWWA A21.53/C153; the mechanical joint restraining device shall have a water working pressure rating of 350 psi minimum (in sizes 4" thru 16") with a safety factor of at least 2:1 Page D2

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Service Valve (Curb) Box cast iron, ASTM A-48/AASHTO H20 wheel load, Tyler Union 6500, Cast Iron Screw Type o domestic manufactured W/WATER lid Street Valve Box cast iron, three piece, 5-1/4" shaft, screw type, Tyler Union (6860 3-piece, #6 Base) o domestic manufactured Other (Full Specifications Required) o Tapping Sleeve Type 304 (18-8) stainless steel per AWWA C115, Powerseal 3490AS o Fabrications: Type 304 (18-8) Stainless Steel per ASTM A240, Bolts & Nuts: Type 304 (18-8) Stainless Steel per ASTM A193 and A194 for sleeves with stainless steel flange. Tapping Valve resilient wedge, epoxy coated, 250 psi rating, domestic Mueller (A-2360T) o manufactured IAW ANSI/AWWA C509 / C515, NSF 61 AFC 2500 series o Certified Kennedy 8572 o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Tracer Wire and Detector Tape tracer wire shall be a minimum of 12 gauge blue Calpico Type 1 o coated solid copper wire; detector tape Empire Level o (warning/identification tape) shall be non-detectable, Proline Safety o 6" wide, colored blue, with continuous warning Other (Full Specifications Required) o "CAUTION: BURIED WATER LINE BELOW." Water Mains ductile iron, cement lined, Tyton joint, Class 52, U.S. Pipe o domestic manufactured IAW ANSI/AWWA A21.5/C151, Atlantic States o A21.4/C104 Tyler Union o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Page D3

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Water Service type 'K' copper tubing coils, 1" to 2", ASTM B88, SPECIFY DOMESTIC SUPPLIER o minimum 1" Water Service SDR9 (poly tubing), permitted for use instead of 2" SPECIFY DOMESTIC SUPPLIER o copper Page D4

Appendix E: Acceptable Wastewater Materials Checklist

x CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WASTEWATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST This form is intended for use by the developers or contractors constructing wastewater facilities within the City of Dover service area. An authorized representative of the developer shall fill out this form in its entirety and submit it in conjunction with the Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist. Please check a single selection box per item for materials to be used in conjunction with the project. If an item is not required as part of the project scope please note Not Applicable in the Comments section. Please contact the Public Utilities Department if part numbers or models indicated are no longer available. PROJECT NAME: _________________________________________ S UBMISSION DATE: ____________ SUBMITTAL #: ______ CODPU PROJECT #: ___________ (Provided by City of Dover) Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Casing End Seal 1/4" thick styrene butadiene rubber sheet end seal, Advance Products & Systems o use 1" wide stainless steel bands, zippered end seals Pipeline Seal & Insulator o with stainless steel bands may also be used Powerseal o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Casing Spacer stainless steel casing spacer center restrained position Advance Products & Systems o type with PVC liner and non-metallic anti-friction Pipeline Seal & Insulator o runners Powerseal o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Cleanout Frame and Cover 10" nominal diameter cast iron frame and cover per East Jordan Iron Works, #00156601 o ASTM A48, Class 30; cover: 14 lbs; frame: 39 lbs; Other (Full Specifications Required) o marked with "S" Coupling, Flexible made of an elastomeric compound that meets the Calder o requirements of ASTM D5926, C1173 and applicable DFW/HPI o portions of ASTM C443 / C425 / C564 / CSA B602 / Fernco o D1869; leak-proof, root-proof and are resistant to Other (Full Specifications Required) o chemicals, ultraviolet rays, fungus growth, and normal sewer gases; stainless steel clamps are corrosion- resistant and rust-proof

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WASTEWATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Damp-Proofing Kop-Coat Bitumastic Super Service Black o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Fittings, PVC gasketed sewer fittings, wall thickness SDR 35/26, Certainteed o ASTM D-3034.D1784 / D3212 / F-477 Harco o J-M Pipe o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Liner System felt or fiberglass liner system for lining of precast No Manufacturer Specified o manholes and sewer pipe (Full Specifications Required) Manhole Frame and Cover 31-1/2" nominal diameter cast iron frame and cover East Jordan Iron Works, #00196012 o per ASTM A48, Class 30, with machined seats; inner (frame), #00196029 (cover) cover: 152 lbs; frame: 165 lbs; marked with "CITY OF Other (Full Specifications Required) o DOVER" Manhole Frame and Cover, Hinged / Locking 31-1/2" nominal diameter cast iron frame and cover East Jordan Iron Works, #NCR08-1856F1 o per ASTM A536, Class 30, with machined seats and Other (Full Specifications Required) o bronze lock lugs; hinge to have 120 degree opening radius; marked with "CITY OF DOVER" Manhole Frame and Cover, Locking 31-1/2" nominal diameter cast iron frame and cover East Jordan Iron Works, #NCR08-1856C o per ASTM A48, Class 30, with machined seats and Other (Full Specifications Required) o bronze lock lugs; inner cover: 152 lbs; frame: 165 lbs; marked with "CITY OF DOVER" Manhole Joint Sealant Compound pre-formed, rubber gasket to form a watertight seal A-Lok o between manhole sections, ASTM C443 D-Lok o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Page E2

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WASTEWATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Manhole Pipe Connector (Existing Precast and Non-Precast Manholes) provides a flexible, watertight, environmentally safe Press-Boot o joint that exceeds ASTM C923 specifications; (breaking Kor-N-Seal o into existing manholes) Other (Full Specifications Required) o Manhole Pipe Connector (Precast Manholes) rubber flexible type connector for pipe to manhole A-Lok X-Cell o connection for precast manholes meeting ASTM C443 Z lok o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Manhole, Precast Concrete access manholes for sewer mains; cones, risers, and Atlantic Concrete Products o bases designed for H-20 highway loading ASTM C478; Gillespie Precast o exterior coating finish: 2 coats of Koppers bitumastic Other (Full Specifications Required) o 300M water epoxy at 8.0-mil dry thickness (200 SFPG) per coat Pipe, Ductile Iron cement lined, Tyton joint, Class 50, 51, or 52; domestic American Pipe o manufactured; IAW ANSI/AWWA A21.5/C151, Atlantic States o A21.4/C104; for use on wastewater gravity and force U.S. Pipe o mains Tyler Union o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Pipe, PVC for sewers between 6" and 15", ASTM D 3034, SDR 35 Diamond Plastics o and SDR 26 sewer pipe Certainteed o Johns-Manville o Other (Full Specifications Required) o Rock, Crushed Delaware 57 stone used for bedding sewer lines DELDOT Approved (Provide Source) o (Full Specifications Required) Page E3

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WASTEWATER MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Service Saddle 6" minimum, used for connecting new sewer lateral to GENECO o existing sanitary sewer mains, Sealtite Sewer stainless Other (Full Specifications Required) o steel, Sealtite as manufactured by GENECO Tracer Wire and Detector Tape tracer wire shall be a minimum of 12 gauge green Calpico Type 1 o coated solid copper wire; detector tape Empire Level o (warning/identification tape) shall be non-detectable, Proline Safety o 6" wide, colored green, with continuous warning Other (Full Specifications Required) o "CAUTION: BURIED SEWER LINE BELOW." Page E4

Appendix F: Acceptable Wet Well/Dry Well Pump Station Materials Checklist

x CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WET WELL/DRY WELL PUMP STATION MATERIALS CHECKLIST This form is intended for use by the developers or contractors constructing wet well/dry well pump stations within the City of Dover service area. An authorized representative of the developer shall fill out this form in its entirety and submit it in conjunction with the Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist. Please note that all selections under each item are required. Please contact the Public Utilities Department if components indicated are no longer available. PROJECT NAME: _________________________________________ SUBMISSION DATE: ____________ SUBMITTAL #: ______ CODPU PROJECT #: ___________ (Provided by City of Dover) Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Cabinet NEMA 4X cabinet, (Hoffman UU1008030 4X Enclosure) Hoffman (Full Specifications Required) o 36"H x 30"W x 11"D with communications/power Other (Full Specifications Required) o interface panel and heater Chart Recorder Single Pen Chart Recorder (Honeywell DR4500 Trueline Honeywell o 12" Circular Chart Recorder) or Multipen Chart Recorder Other (Full Specifications Required) o (Honeywell DPR100 Multipen Strip Chart Recorder) Flow Meter located in pit with bypass and associated valving; Siemens o Siemens Flowmeter Mag 5100W Nema 6P and Siemens Convertor Mag 6000 Pump Station pump station specifications shall include the following: Smith & Loveless o General (IV.D.2.ii) (Full Specifications Required) Pumps and Valves (IV.D.2.iii) Other (Full Specifications Required) o Electrical and Emergency Power Supply (IV.D.2.iv) Metering and Controls (IV.D.2.vi) - unless otherwise specified Wet Well/Dry Well Stations (IV.D.2.vii)

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE WET WELL/DRY WELL PUMP STATION MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Radio MDS 9710, 900 mHz SCADA radio; battery charger with Microwave Data Systems o 12V, 7AH battery (Full Specifications Required) Remote Telemetry Unit (RTU) TG5700 RTU TEKEGYR 5700; RTU specifications shall SIEMENS o include the following as per IV.D.2.v: (Full Specifications Required) Station Manager Combination Controller Card General Requirements Safety Equipment flush mount for wet and dry well access; DBI Sala flush DBI Sala o floor mounted sleeve c/w pins for fresh concrete, mild steel (Model #8510311); and DBI Sala sleeve cap, heavy duty, zinc plated, mild steel (Model #8510826) Security/Work Light with photo eye and manual override; Hubbell Miniliter Hubbell o IV (Catalog #MHS-Y150S-568-1); Hubbell Slipfitter Other (Full Specifications Required) o (Catalog #4024C); and Hubbell Pole (Catalog #SSS-10-40- 1-XX-XX) Page F2

Appendix G: Acceptable Vacuum Primed Pump Station Materials Checklist

x CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE VACUUM PRIMED PUMP STATION MATERIALS CHECKLIST This form is intended for use by the developers or contractors constructing vacuum primed pump stations within the City of Dover service area. An authorized representative of the developer shall fill out this form in its entirety and submit it in conjunction with the Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist. Please note that all selections under each item are required. Please contact the Public Utilities Department if components indicated are no longer available. PROJECT NAME: _________________________________________ S UBMISSION DATE: ____________ SUBMITTAL #: ______ CODPU PROJECT #: ___________ (Provided by City of Dover) Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Cabinet NEMA 4X cabinet, (Hoffman UU1008030 4X Enclosure) Hoffman (Full Specifications Required) o 36"H x 30"W x 11"D with communications/power Other (Full Specifications Required) o interface panel and heater Chart Recorder Single Pen Chart Recorder (Honeywell DR4500 Trueline Honeywell o 12" Circular Chart Recorder) or Multipen Chart Other (Full Specifications Required) o Recorder (Honeywell DPR100 Multipen Strip Chart Recorder) Flow Meter located in pit with bypass and associated valving; Siemens o Siemens Flowmeter Mag 5100W Nema 6P and Siemens Convertor Mag 6000 Pump Station pump station specifications shall include the following: Smith & Loveless o General (IV.D.2.ii) (Full Specifications Required) Pumps and Valves (IV.D.2.iii) Other (Full Specifications Required) o Electrical and Emergency Power Supply (IV.D.2.iv) Metering and Controls (IV.D.2.vi) - unless otherwise specified Vacuum Primed Stations (IV.D.2.viii)

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT ACCEPTABLE VACUUM PRIMED PUMP STATION MATERIALS CHECKLIST PROJECT NAME: __________________________________________________________________________________ S UBMITTAL #: _________________ Item Description Manufacturer Selection Comments Radio MDS 9710, 900 mHz SCADA radio; battery charger with Microwave Data Systems o 12V, 7AH battery (Full Specifications Required) Remote Telemetry Unit (RTU) TG5700 RTU TEKEGYR 5700; RTU specifications shall SIEMENS o include the following as per IV.D.2.v: (Full Specifications Required) Station Manager Combination Controller Card General Requirements Safety Equipment flush mount for wet and dry well access; DBI Sala flush DBI Sala o floor mounted sleeve c/w pins for fresh concrete, mild steel (Model #8510311); and DBI Sala sleeve cap, heavy duty, zinc plated, mild steel (Model #8510826) Security/Work Light with photo eye and manual override; Hubbell Miniliter Hubbell o IV (Catalog #MHS-Y150S-568-1); Hubbell Slipfitter Other (Full Specifications Required) o (Catalog #4024C); and Hubbell Pole (Catalog #SSS-10- 40-1-XX-XX) Page G2

Appendix H: Standard Details Table of Contents Water Details W-1 Residential Water Service & Meter Pit Installation W-2 Valve Box-Screw Type W-3 Fire Hydrant & Valve Box Detail W-4 Fire Hydrant & Valve Box Detail without Curb and Gutter W-5 2” Blow-Off Assembly for Water Mains W-6 Buttresses for Water Mains W-7 Domestic and Fire Service Connection W-8 Fire Main Pipe Restraint Wastewater Details WW-1 Residential Sewer Lateral Depth up to 8’ WW-2 Residential Deep Sewer Lateral Depth Greater than 8’ WW-3 Manhole Type I WW-4 Manhole Type II WW-5 Manhole Type III WW-6 Manhole Type Plan View WW-7 Flow Channel Patterns WW-8 Manhole Steps WW-9 Sanitary Sewer Cleanout Detail WW-10 Manhole Frame WW-11 Manhole Cover WW-12 Manhole Cover Locking WW-13 Hinged Manhole WW-14 Cast Iron Saddle for 6” Building Sewer Connection WW-15 Trench Pavement Width WW-16 Special Bedding and Embedment for PVC Sanitary Sewer Pipe WW-17 Special Bedding for Ductile Iron Pipe WW-18 Directional Drill Detail WW-19 Casing Installation WW-20 Outside Drop Manhole Type A & B WW-21 Reliner Inside Drop System Manhole Detail (5’ Diameter) WW-22 Force Main Discharge Manhole Detail WW-23 2” Air Release Valve Assembly WW-24 Combination Sewage Air Release/Vacuum Relief Valve and Manhole Detail-Paved/Traffic Areas WW-25 Combination Sewage Air Release/Vacuum Relief Valve and Manhole Detail-Grass/Non-Traffic Areas WW-26 Emergency Pumping Connection Detail WW-27 Sanitary Sewage Pumping Station Electric and Water Service WW-28 Standard Sanitary Sewer Marker Water / Wastewater Details WWW-1 Utility Conflict Relocation Detail

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Appendix I: Operation and Maintenance Exhibits Table of Contents OM-1 Typical Water Service Repair and Replacement Responsibilities OM-2 Typical Sanitary Sewer Lateral Repair and Replacement Responsibilities OM-3 Typical Sanitary Sewer Maintenance Responsibilities

CITY OF DOVER PUBLIC UTILITIES DEPARTMENT WATER / WASTEWATER HANDBOOK EXECUTIVE SUMMARY BACKGROUND The City of Dover Public Utilities Department identified a need for an up to date document that outlined the standards and requirements of the water and wastewater utilities and associated infrastructure. To this point the water and wastewater utilities have been governed by the City of Dover Code of Ordinances, the Department of Public Works Specifications, Kent County Code of Ordinances, the Code of the State of Delaware (particularly through DNREC and the Office of Drinking Water), federal requirements, AWWA and Ten States Standards, and past Department of Public Works and Public Utilities Department policies and practices. Although it was never the intent to duplicate codes or standards it was considered critical to streamline the key standards, specifications, requirements and practices associated with the City of Dover water and wastewater utilities. As a result, the City of Dover Public Utilities Department Water / Wastewater Handbook was developed. GOALS and FRAMEWORK The primary goal of the handbook was to develop a single, “user-friendly” document that would be useful to not only City of Dover staff but also property owners, customers, developers, consultants and contractors. In order to do this, the handbook was divided into the following sections:  INTRODUCTION AND CONTACT INFORMATION: This section provides an overview of the City of Dover’s water and wastewater utilities. In addition, a table containing contact information for various Departments and services that may be useful when working with the utility on various issues, as well as a summary of staff’s expertise is included to explain whom to contact for the various issues that may arise is provided.  DEFINITIONS: This section provides the definitions of key terms used within the document.  PROCESS OUTLINE: This section provides an overview of projects that would require review by the Public Utilities Department and the process involved. A table is included to help clarify the process, Departments involved and associated time frames.  PLAN REQUIREMENTS: This section provides the detailed requirements of plans submitted for review. In addition, the Water / Wastewater Initial Plan Submission Checklist and Water / Wastewater Final Plan Submission Checklist have been provided in Appendices A and B respectively to help expedite the process.  DESIGN AND INSTALLATION STANDARDS: This section provides the specific design, infrastructure and installation standards required for the City of Dover’s water and wastewater utilities. Additional applicable codes, standards and regulations are also listed for reference. In addition, the Acceptable Water Materials Checklist, the Acceptable Wastewater Materials Checklist, the Acceptable Wet Well / Dry Well Pump Station Materials Checklist and the Acceptable Vacuum Primed Pump Station Materials Checklist have been provided in Appendices D, E, F and G respectively to help streamline and clarify the requirements. February 8, 2010 Page 1

Standard Details have been provided in Appendix H for use in plan submissions and to clarify the requirements.  CONSTRUCTION PHASE: This section provides the specific requirements for the pre- construction meeting, water and wastewater utility inspections, and request for public infrastructure acceptance and dedication. The Water / Wastewater Pre-Construction Meeting Checklist has been provided in Appendix C to assist in the startup of construction projects.  OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE: This section provides City of Dover and property owner responsibilities regarding maintenance, repairs and replacement of public and private utilities and services. In order to clarify these responsibilities the Operations and Maintenance Exhibits in Appendix I have been provided. In addition, the section provides information on key water and wastewater utility programs and service related components such as water distribution system flushing, fire hydrant flow testing, sanitary sewer main jetting, fire hydrant operation, water and wastewater meters, backflow prevention, prohibited discharges to the wastewater system and Customer Services Department issues. CHANGES OR UPDATES TO CURRENT PRACTICE While developing the handbook, staff identified various areas that required additional clarification in order to aide one, or a number of parties, that may refer to the handbook for information. In addition, some changes or updates to current practice were also identified; primarily to assist in maintaining uniformity of practice throughout the handbook, to address concerns or issues that have occurred in the past or to ensure that best interests of the water and wastewater systems are maintained. A summary of the changes or updates is provided below, including those proposed to the City of Dover Code of Ordinances. WATER / WASTEWATER HANDBOOK  Renovations to existing buildings or developed sites is now included under applicable projects requiring approval. All projects which will be changing the character of the existing water and/or wastewater service must bring it up to current standards and specifications.  A provision has been made for administrative waivers and plan approval extensions.  A pre-application meeting with the Public Utilities Department is recommended prior to plan submission.  An EDU is defined as 250 gpd, which is consistent with Kent County.  A minimum clearance of eighteen-inches (18”) is required between all water / wastewater lines and all drains, electric lines, gas mains and all other utilities.  All manhole frames and covers for new installations shall be of the hinged, locking variety.  Video inspections of sanitary sewer mains are required within three (3) months of request for public infrastructure acceptance.  Tracer wire and identification tape verification is required within three (3) months of request for public infrastructure acceptance.  Each water service line from the main to a property or principle structure shall be metered by a single water meter to control the entire domestic supply. February 8, 2010 Page 2

 All water meters shall be installed outside.  The City reserves the right to relocate a water meter from inside a facility to outside a facility.  All water meters registered with the City of Dover shall become the property of the City once water service is established.  The Public Utilities Department is responsible for routinely testing water meters.  The property owner must submit certificates of calibration annually for wastewater meters.  When a wastewater meter is not functioning, estimates from similar periods or the water meter reading will be used as deemed appropriate for the location.  The property owner must initiate critical repairs to undedicated water or wastewater infrastructure within two (2) hours.  The property owner is responsible for testing, maintenance, repair and replacement of all backflow prevention devices.  As maintenance, repair and replacement of undedicated mains is the responsibility of the property owner; it is clarified that this includes water system flushing. The City may charge for this service.  Fire suppression system testing is to be scheduled with the City and water usage data submitted. CITY OF DOVER CODE OF ORDINANCES  CHAPTER 110 – UTILITIES, ARTICLE III – WATER SERVICE: Incorporated the handbook by reference and consolidated the code. Sections of the code were moved to the handbook.  CHAPTER 110 – UTILITIES, ARTICLE IV – SANITARY SEWER SERVICE: Incorporated the handbook by reference and consolidated the code. Sections of the code were moved to the handbook. An EDU is defined as 250 gpd.  CHAPTER 98 – STREETS, SIDEWALKS, STORM SEWERS AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES: Moved storm sewer related sections from Chapter 110 to Chapter 98.  APPENDIX F FEES AND FINES: Service charge increase from $35.00 to $50.00. SUMMARY The Public Utilities Department has develop a single, “user-friendly” document to assist in conveying standards and specifications related to the City of Dover’s water and wastewater utilities. Having this information in one location will make communication and implementation simpler for all involved parties. It is expected that this will be a “living” document and reviewed on a regular basis to ensure it is kept up to date with current practices and that any suggestions for improvement are analyzed. When deemed necessary, the appropriate Committees and Council will be presented the necessary modifications for consideration before the policies are implemented. Staff will continue to work with the Customer Service, Planning & Zoning and Public Services Departments moving forward to ensure the interests of the water and wastewater utilities and stakeholders are met. February 8, 2010 Page 3

EXHIBIT #3 Regular Council Meeting of 03/08/2010 Amendment to Lease – 5 Dated 8/30/85 New Section 3: Use of Premise. The premises shall be used by Tenant exclusively for the purpose of handling its charitable business and for no other purpose than such charitable business is known and established as of the date of this lease. No part of the premises shall be sublet, nor shall this Lease be assigned without prior written consent of the Landlord, unless Tenant chooses to assign the Lease and or sublet to a partner agency (another 501(c) (3) organization) that is aligned with carrying out Tenants mission to maximize the community resources to improve the quality of life for all Delawareans. New Section 6f. That Tenant will not assign this lease nor sublet the premises or any part thereof without first obtaining consent of the Landlord, unless Tenant chooses to assign the Lease and or sublet to a partner agency (another 501(c) (3) organization) that is aligned with carrying out Tenants mission to maximize the community resources to improve the quality of life for all Delawareans.

EXHIBIT #4 Regular Council Meeting of 03/08/2010 LETTER IN OPPOSITION OF HOUSE BILL #194 March XX, 2010 Name Address City Dear Legislator, We are writing to express strong opposition to the addition of new gambling venues in the state of Delaware, as proposed by House Bill #194. As civic leaders in the City of Dover, we urge you to reject the proposal, as it would be detrimental not only to Kent County, but to Delaware as a whole. Expanding the number of Delaware gaming venues would negatively impact employees at all three racinos in our state and only serve to cut the same size pie into smaller pieces. In essence, it would dilute an already watered-down revenue stream for the state, while harming the long-term viability of the existing racinos and the establishments that rely on them. The overall quality of life in the greater Dover community would surely suffer as a result of Bill #194. Most alarmingly, the legislation could create serious financial damage to Dover International Speedway and Casino, one of not only the city’s biggest employers, but also one of the largest organizations in Kent County. The addition of new venues would only exacerbate the financial difficulties Dover International Speedway and Casino and other local businesses currently face; potentially forcing them to close shop, trim operations or move elsewhere. Passing HB #194 could also lead to the reduction of contributions by the Mid-Del Charitable Foundation, which supports many important Delaware organizations and activities. As elected officials of the City of Dover, we passionately oppose HB #194. The addition of new gambling venues would not just impact the Dover area businesses negatively; the entire state of Delaware would suffer as a result of this proposed Bill. These new gaming facilities represent a short-sighted stop gap measure and do not provide the long-term strategy required to solve Delaware’s budgetary issues. With more gaming facilities, the market as we know it will become oversaturated and lead to diminished returns for everyone involved. This Bill stands to benefit no one. The Business leaders of Dover, your constituents, do not support this bill. Thank you for your time and careful consideration of these issues. Respectfully, Respectfully, Carleton E. Carey, Sr. Beverly C. Williams Mayor Council President