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REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular City Council Meeting was held by video conference on June 14, 2021 at 7:30 p.m. with
Council President Sudler presiding. Council members present via video or telephone were
Mr. Anderson, Mr. Boggerty (arrived at 7:37 p.m.), Mr. Neil, Mr. Hare, Mrs. Arndt, Mr. Rocha
(arrived at 7:35 p.m.), Mr. Taylor (arrived at 7:50 p.m.) and Mr. Lindell.
Staff members present via video or telephone were Police Chief Johnson, Ms. Peddicord,
Mr. Harline, Mr. Hugg, Mr. Rodriguez, and Mrs. McDowell. Mayor Christiansen was also present.
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Mayor Christiansen.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilperson Arndt.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mrs. Arndt and unanimously carried.
ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA
All Consent Agenda items are considered routine and non-controversial and will be acted upon by
a single roll call vote of the Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a
member of Council so requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent
Agenda and considered a separate item.
Mr. Hare moved for adoption of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a
unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor absent).
PUBLIC HEARING - ELECTRIC FUND BUDGET
A public hearing on the Electric Fund Budget is required for compliance with City of Dover Electric
Revenue Bonds Resolutions prior to adoption of the budget. Notice of the public hearing was
properly advertised for this time and place.
Council President Sudler declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to
speak during the public hearing, Council President Sudler declared the public hearing closed.
Council President Sudler noted that the First Reading of the Budget Ordinances would take place
during the latter part of the meeting and that the Final Reading and adoption of the Ordinances were
scheduled for the Regular Council meeting of June 28, 2021.
ANNEXATION/REZONING OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 115 FOX HALL DRIVE,
OWNED BY EDWARD C. AND JOAN N. LARRIVEE
Mr. Dave Hugg, Director of Planning and Community Development, reviewed the Petition to Annex
and Rezone property located at 115 Fox Hall Drive. The Planning Commission recommended the
annexation of the property with the zoning designation of R-20 (One Family Residence), as
submitted.
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Public Hearing - Zoning Classification
Members considered a request for the rezoning of property proposed for annexation located at
115 Fox Hall Drive, consisting of 1.131+/- acres, owned by Edward C. and Joan N. Larrivee. The
property is currently zoned RS-1 - Residential Single Family (Kent County zoning classification) and
the proposed zoning is R-20 - One-Family Residence (City of Dover zoning classification).
A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider the rezoning of property
located at 115 Fox Hall Drive, owned by Edward C. and Joan N. Larrivee.
Council President Sudler declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to
speak, Council President Sudler declared the public hearing closed.
Adoption of Annexation Resolution No. 2021-18
Members considered Annexation Resolution No. 2021-18 for property located at 115 Fox Hall
Drive, owned by Edward C. And Joan N. Larrivee.
By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Hare, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote (Taylor
absent), adopted Resolution No. 2021-18, as follows:
A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE INCLUSION OF AN AREA WITHIN THE LIMITS
OF THE CITY OF DOVER.
WHEREAS, the Charter of the City of Dover authorizes Council to extend the boundaries of the
said City in accordance with Title 22, Chapter 1, Section 101 of the Delaware Code (22 Del.C.§
101); and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Council deem it to be in the best interest of the City of Dover to include
an area contiguous to the present City limits, and hereinafter more particularly described, within the
limits of the City of Dover; and
WHEREAS, the Charter of the City of Dover provides that if an annexation is petitioned by all
owners of all property considered for annexation, no election shall be required. For an annexation
petition not requiring an election, such petition shall be processed in accordance with procedures
established for amendments to the zoning map, specified in Dover Code, Appendix B - Zoning. All
annexation petitions shall be processed concurrently with the rezoning of the property considered
for annexation and shall be subject to public hearing before City Council. Public notice shall be
completed in accordance with the provisions of the Dover Code relating to amendment of the zoning
map.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1. That the following described area, situated in East Dover Hundred, Kent County, State of
Delaware, along with all adjacent paths, sidewalks, roadways, and rights-of-way in their
entirety, shall be annexed to and included within the limits of the City of Dover:
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All that certain lot, piece or parcel of land situated in East Dover Hundred, Kent County,
State of Delaware, lying on the northerly side of Fox Hall Drive, being bounded as follows;
on the North by lands now or late of Joe W. and Georgianna Burden, on the East by lands
now or late of Samuel M. and Nancy H. S. Magrone, on the South by Fox Hall Drive (50 feet
wide), on the West by lands of unknown ownership, as shown on a plan prepared by
McClure Associates, Inc., dated 11/24/97, file#MA:11-23-97, and being more particularly
described as follows:
Beginning at a found iron pipe in the northerly line of Fox Hall Drive, a corner for this lot
and for said lands of Magrone, said beginning point located 1585.1 feet, as measured in a
westerly direction, along the northerly line of Fox Hall Drive from its intersection with the
westerly line of County Road #104; thence from said point of beginning the following four
(4) courses and distances: (1) along the northerly line of Fox Hall Drive, South 68 degrees
40 minutes West a distance of 200 feet to a found iron pipe in line of said lands of unknown
ownership, (2) thence with the same, North 31 degrees 32 minutes 41 seconds West a
distance of 190.59 feet to a found iron pin in line of said lands of Burden, (3) thence with the
same, North 51 degrees 16 minutes East a distance of 245 feet to a found iron pipe in line of
said lands of Burden, a corner for said lands of Magrone, (4) thence with the same, South 21
degrees 20 minutes East a distance of 260.84 feet to a point, the point of beginning.
Containing within said metes and bounds 1.131 acres of land, more or less. Said lot being
known as 115 Fox Hall Drive.
2. That the above described property shall be annexed into the City of Dover with a zoning
classification as set by City Council and in accordance with the zoning map and environs
then in force, effective upon such lands being included within the limits of the City of Dover.
3. That the certified copy of this resolution of annexation, together with a plot of the area
annexed, shall be filed for record with the Recorder of Deeds of Kent County.
4. That the effective date of this resolution shall be the 15th day of June, 2021 at 12:01 a.m.
ADOPTED: JUNE 14, 2021
Final Reading/Adoption of Rezoning Ordinance #2021-08
Members considered Ordinance #2021-08 rezoning property located at 115 Fox Hall Drive, owned
by Edward C. And Joan N. Larrivee.
Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of Ordinance #2021-08 be acknowledged by title only,
seconded by Mrs. Arndt and carried by unanimous roll call vote (Taylor absent). (The First
Reading of the ordinance was accomplished during the Council meeting of April 12, 2021.)
Mr. Neil moved for approval of the rezoning, as recommended by the Planning Commission.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and, by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted
Ordinance #2021-08, as follows:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 115 FOX HALL DRIVE
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within
the limits of the City of Dover; and
WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted use of
property described below from RS-1 Residential Single Family (Kent County zoning classification)
to R-20 - One Family Residence Zone (City of Dover zoning classification).
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
1) That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning
Ordinance of the City of Dover have been amended by changing the zoning designation from
RS-1 - Residential Single Family (Kent County zoning classification) to R-20 - One Family
Residence Zone (City of Dover zoning classification) on that property located at 115 Fox
Hall Drive, consisting of 1.131+/- acres, owned by Edward C. and Joan N. Larrivee.
(Tax Parcel: ED-00-076.05-01-01.00-000; Planning Reference: AX–21-02; Council
District: 1)
ADOPTED: JUNE 14, 2021
PUBLIC HEARING/BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS EXEMPTION REPORT -
MAY 19, 2021 - INNUS PARKER - 239 GRINDING WHEEL DRIVE
Mrs. Cheryl Bundek, City Assessor, provided background information regarding the appeal of the
denial of the request for a Disabled Citizen Reduction for Ms. Innus Parker, 239 Grinding Wheel
Drive. Mrs. Bundek advised that Ms. Parker’s request was denied because she was not able to submit
an award letter from the Social Security Administration stating that she is currently receiving
disability benefits.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Bundek stated that Ms. Parker did supply long-term disability
documents through Verizon and it states that she must go to the Social Security Administration.
Responding to Mr. Neil, Mrs. Bundek advised that if Ms. Parker were to provide the award letter
from the Social Security Administration, they would be able to give her the exemption for this year.
She noted that normally their deadline is May 31st, but they allow for some seniors and those who
are disabled to submit as long as it is before the City does their calculations, which would not be
until after the Council meeting of June 28th. Once they do the tax calculations, then it becomes
adjustments and refunds.
Responding to Mr. Taylor, Mrs. Bundek stated that they do the exemptions based on a yearly tax bill,
so if Ms. Parker were to qualify by July 10th, if Council would allow it, they can go back to the
July 1st billing, but they would not go retroactive for years.
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Mr. Taylor disclosed that Ms. Parker is a family member of his and he would not be voting on this
item.
Mr. Rocha disclosed that he had been in communication with Ms. Parker. He noted that in her
current situation, Kent County does waive or give a discount for tax purposes without social security.
He stated that the City’s ordinance has social security written in it, but that it might be an item they
could review.
Council President Sudler declared the public hearing open.
Ms. Innus Parker, 239 Grinding Wheel Drive, advised that she has been on long-term disability since
2008. She asked if Council would reconsider a clause for allowing her to get the deduction based on
her current health situation. Ms. Parker noted that she has documentation from her primary care
physician that states she is disabled.
Mr. Rocha asked if they made a change to the ordinance, what type of impact would it have as far
as the City’s tax base for defendants that are in Ms. Parker’s condition. Mrs. Bundek stated that they
could contact Kent County and get a list of all of their applicants, but she was not sure if they put
them in a category on why they are disabled. Mr. Rocha stated that he did not realize that Kent
County gave discounts to anyone less than 100%. Mrs. Bundek noted that she believed the person
could have a doctor’s note saying they were a 100% disabled and have a veteran’s disability.
Responding to Mrs. Arndt, Ms. Parker stated that her hearing with Social Security was scheduled
for the following afternoon. Ms. Parker noted that Social Security usually sends out a letter, but did
not think that they would tell her right away because it is with a judge.
Responding to Mr. Lindell, Mrs. Bundek stated that every year the citizens have to come in and
provide an updated award letter or they will not be approved. She noted that as long as it is an award
letter from Social Security, they would be approved.
Responding to Mr. Lindell, Mrs. Bundek stated that they could hold off, pending the result of the
hearing. She advised that if Council would direct her to wait and if Ms. Parker receives the letter
by a certain date they can make an adjustment to her tax bill. It is usually about $200 depending on
what the tax rate is and it takes $50,000 off the value of her home. She noted that if Ms. Parker
makes the payment, if it does not happen before July 31st, they can make the refund as long as
Council directs it.
Mr. Lindell moved to delay the consideration for a month until they receive that letter. The motion
failed for the lack of a second.
Mrs. Bundek asked for clarification that if Ms. Parker did not provide the award letter, then it would
be denied and would not be brought up until next year. Mr. Lindell stated that if Ms. Parker gets the
letter they could handle it at another meeting. Mrs. Bundek stated that if Council wants it to come
back to another meeting, she would not be available after the next meeting in June.
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Mr. Neil suggested that the motion be for sending it back for six months until January 1, 2022.
Mr. Hare stated that they did not need to go back on the item and to give it to Ms. Parker. He stated
that if she does not have the letter by January 1st, then they have to revisit it.
There being no one else present wishing to speak, Council President Sudler declared the public
hearing closed.
Mr. Neil moved to the delay the decision until January 1, 2022 on the case to permit the receipt of
a social security decision. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell.
Mr. Anderson stated that if Ms. Parker does not get the letter by January 31st, then she will get a tax
bill, but if she provides that letter, then they will make an adjustment and give a refund.
Mr. Neil moved to the delay the decision until January 1, 2022 on the case to permit the receipt
of a social security decision. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lindell and carried with
Mr. Taylor abstaining.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021
The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of May 10, 2021 were unanimously approved by
motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Neil and bore the written approval of
Mayor Christiansen .
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 24, 2021
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May 24, 2021 were unanimously approved by
motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Neil and bore the written approval of
Mayor Christiansen.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 7, 2021
The Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of June 7, 2021 were unanimously approved by
motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Neil and bore the written approval of
Mayor Christiansen.
BOARD OF ASSESSMENT APPEALS - MAY 19, 2021
The Board of Assessment Appeals was brought to order at 9:00 AM, by Chairman
William Garfinkel. Board Members present were: Chairman William Garfinkel,
Board Members Tom Burns, Todd Stonesifer, John Davis as well as City Deputy
Solicitor Gary E. Junge. Staff present were City Assessor Cheryl A. Bundek,
Customer Service Director Patricia Marney and Administrative Assistant Annette
Hart.
Agenda Additions/Deletions
By unanimous vote, the agenda was approved as presented.
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Adoption of Consent Agenda
Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity
Locations: 133 S Queen St & 127 S Queens
Mr. Stonesifer moved to adopt the consent agenda which was seconded by
Mr. Burns.
Motion carried 4-0
Farm Land Exemptions
Farm Lands LP
Locations: Exempt Request:
43 AC Wyoming Mill Road $995,900
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
A request for farmland exemption was submitted to the Assessor's Office.
The property was purchased October 15, 2013 and is currently used to grow
vegetables.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend that the request for exemption be
reviewed.
Representing Farm Lands LP was McKenzie Peet. Ms. Peet told the board that her
clients are currently taxed on the farm land on Wyoming Mill Road and are asking
for a farmland exemption. She provided pictures showing that the land is currently
farmed.
The Assessor pointed out that another piece of property located within the City of
Dover city limits and owned by Fam Land LP was already classified as tax exempt.
After being asked by Mr. Stonesifer what the staff recommendation is, Mrs. Bundek
explained that the land falls within the guidelines of Farmland and should therefore
be approved.
Mr. Junge was asked by Chairman Garfinkel what his legal opinion was. Mr. Junge
said that he sees no issue with the application since the land was farmed.
Mr. Burns questioned why this piece of land currently taxed and not exempt?
Mrs. Bundek explained that the owner had not applied for an exemption with the City
until now and was also currently taxed by the county, even though the company had
owned this parcel since 2013. Mrs. Bundek also pointed out that the exemption
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should be retro-active to July 2020.
Mr. Burns made the motion to approve the exemption to be retro-active to 2020.
Mr. Stonesifer seconded the motions.
Motion carried 4-0
Mrs. Bundek informed the appellant, that the City Council has the final decision and
that a letter with the date of the Council Hearing would be mailed.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Board of Assessment Appeals’
recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty,
Rocha, and Taylor absent).
Exempt Requests
Central Delaware Housing Collaborative
Locations: Exempt Request
731 W Division Street $ 112,000
801 W Division Street $ 296,200
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
An exemption request for the above referenced properties was submitted to the
Assessor's Office.
Both properties were purchased August 2019 and will be used as a Woman's
Homeless Shelter.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend that the request for exemption be
reviewed.
Present for the hearing were Ms. Bradshaw, Chair and Mr. Merchant, Director.
Ms. Bradshaw started by telling the board that the Central Delaware Housing
Collaborative was an initiative started by the Mayors Blue Ribbon committee to end
the homelessness in the City of Dover.
The organization wanted to help homeless woman without children, because Dover
already had two existing homeless shelters for woman with children. The
organization acquired the property located at 801 W Division Street and opened its
doors to homeless woman in 2020.
The goal of the organization is to prepare the woman for permanent housing, as some
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can leave the shelter and move into permanent housing, others are not and are then
transitioned form the shelter into the transition home located at 731 W Division
Street and then into permanent housing.
Chairman Garfinkel asked what the properties were used for in the past.
Mr. Merchant explained that they were owned by an organization called "Aid in
Dover" and were used as a shelter for youth.
The Assessor told the board that the property used to be exempt from property taxes
but were put back on the tax roll during the Exemption Audit because they were no
longer occupied.
Mr. Junge asked when the organization was formed?
Ms. Bradshaw explained that it was formed in 2018 and was started by the Mayors
initiative to end the homelessness in Dover.
Mr. Burns was wondering how many women were able to be housed by the shelter.
Mr. Bradshaw said that the shelter can house 16 women but due to COVID restriction
there were currently only 10 women in the shelter.
Mr. Merchant explained that the women remain under case management for a year
after they leave the shelter.
Mr. Junge explained that the organization falls under a charitable organization, which
means that it is optional for the Board to grant the exemption.
Mr. Stonesifer made the motion to approve both properties for the exemption.
Mr. Burns seconded the motion.
Motion carried 4-0.
Mrs. Bundek informed the appellant, that the City Council has the final decision and
that a letter with the date of the Council Hearing would be mailed.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Board of Assessment Appeals’
recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty,
Rocha, and Taylor absent).
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St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church
Location Exempt Request
870 Forest Street $699,700
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
An exemption request was submitted to the Assessor's Office.
This property was purchased by the Church in November of 2017. Per the
application, this is the only Orthodox Church in Kent County and is also home to the
only Gambler's Anonymous Group outside of New Castle County. If this exemption
is approved, it is requested that the exemption be retro-active to July 2020 billing.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend that the request for exemption be
reviewed.
Father Steven Hutnick, pastor at St. Nicholas Ukrainian Orthodox Church was
present for the hearing. He told the board that the church purchased the property in
2017. He also mentioned that the church is home to the only Gamblers' Anonymous
Group outside New Castle County. Father Hutnick said that due to the pandemic the
church has not been able to have any fundraisers.
Mrs. Bundek advised the board that this exempt request would also be retro-active
to the tax billing of 2020.
Mr. Stonesifer pointed out that there are two buildings on the property and asked
what the building in the back of the property was used for?
Father Hutnick told the board that the building is currently vacant but had been used
as a daycare in the past. He pointed out that the church was currently looking to rent
the building out to another daycare provider for approximately $3000 a month.
Mr. Hutnick explained that the building in the back of the property was separate from
the church and that he was only requesting the exemption for the church.
The Assessor pointed out that the two buildings were located on one parcel.
Chairman Garfinkel asked the board members if they should request the financial
statements from the church to make sure they were not making a profit on the future
rental property.
Mr. Junge believes that the portion of the property used for income should not be
exempt.
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Mr. Stonesifer agreed, he pointed out that the board had similar cases come before
them and they had decided that in such cases the portion of the property generating
income would not be exempt from property taxes.
The board agreed unanimously that the percentage of the building generating income
needed to be separated from the church.
When asked by the board members what the best way would be to divide the two
parcels, Mrs. Bundek said that she could take the portion of the building and part of
the land around the building and create a separate parcel for taxing purposes. This
would be done after the hearing, at which time she would notify the board with the
taxable square footage of the broken-out portion of the property.
Mr. Junge was concerned and suggested for the appellant to get an appraisal done
that would show the values of the parcel split, because the City may not be able to
defend the new values if this was done by the Assessor, should this go to court.
Father Hutnick assured that the church would not take this matter to the courts. He
asked the board to come up with a fair solution.
Mrs. Bundek was concerned about the time it would take for the appellant to get an
appraisal done.
Chairman Garfinkel proposed to keep the hearing open until an appraisal can be
provided.
Father Hutnick mentioned that both the church and the daycare would be using the
parking lot.
Mr. Stonesifer explained that those concerns would be addressed by the appraisal.
Mrs. Bundek told the board that the appraisal should only consist of the break down
of the property and not the value, since the city has already assessed the property.
Mr. Stonesifer disagreed, in his opinion the appraisal should include the appraised
amount for the buildings.
The Assessor suggested breaking out the building only because the church also uses
the parking lot as mentioned by the Father.
Chairman Garfinkel asked Mrs. Bundek if she could break out the building and the
land.
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Mrs. Bundek explained that the software would allow her to create a separate parcel
for tax purposes only.
Father Hutnick agreed with the way the Assessor proposed to calculate the taxes for
the daycare.
Mr. Stonesifer moved to tax the square footage of the daycare and the land beneath
it and for the rest of the property to be exempt based on the Assessor's calculations
to be retro-active to the tax year 2020.
Mr. Burns seconded the motion.
Mrs. Bundek informed the appellant, that the City Council has the final decision and
that a certified letter with the date of the Council Hearing would be mailed.
Motion carried 4-0.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Board of Assessment Appeals’
recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty,
Rocha, and Taylor absent).
Bayhealth Medical Center Inc.
Location Exempt Request
30 Old Rudnick Road $1,969,700
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
An exemption request was submitted to the Assessor's Office
This property was purchased in November 2019 and is being used by Bayheatlh's
internal billing, finance and administrative staff.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend that the request for exemption be
reviewed.
Mr. Tretina, Chief Financial Officer for Bayhealth Medical Center Inc. was present
for the hearing.
He told the board that this building was used for internal billing, finance and
administrative purposes.
He explained that the organization was exempt from Federal Income Tax under
section 501( c ) 3 of the internal Revenue Service.
Mr. Burns recused himself from voting on this exempt request.
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Mr. Garfinkel asked the Assessor what her recommendations were?
The Assessor said that since the building is used by the Bayhealth organization and
was not rented to any other organization, she would recommend the exemption be
approved.
Mr. Stonesifer made the motion to approve the exemption which was seconded by
Mr. Davis.
Mrs. Bundek informed the appellant, that the City Council has the final decision and
that a certified letter with the date of the Council Hearing would be mailed.
Motion carried 3-0
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Board of Assessment Appeals’
recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty,
Rocha, and Taylor absent).
Delaware State University Foundation
Location Exempt Request
225 Walker Road $578,600
Walker Road $ 4,900
Walker Road $ 800
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
An exemption request was submitted to the Assessor's Office.
These properties were purchased on March 01, 2021 by the Delaware State
University Foundation and will be used as the Presidents House and Conference
Center for the University.
Richard Forsten, Attorney and Henrietta Savage, controller were present for the
hearing.
Mr. Forsten started by telling the board that the current President's House for the
University needed renovation, therefore, the University purchased the property
located at 225 Walker Road, which consists of 3 parcels all together. Two of the
parcels are slivers of land located along side of the driveway leading up to the house.
The University uses the first floor of the current President's house for seminars,
meetings, fund raising and is using the second floor as the President's residence. The
plan for the new President's house at 225 Walker Road is to be the same.
Mr. Davis explained that the two small parcels were part of the drive way which was
also leading to two other residence.
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Mr. Stonesifer asked if the organization was going to charge the other properties any
maintenance fees.
Mr. Forsten said that the organization was not planning on charging a fee, due to the
staff and time it would take to bill the fees.
Mr. Stonesifer made the motion to approve the exempt request, which was seconded
by Mr. Davis.
Chairman Garfinkle asked what the relationship was between the two organization.
Ms. Savage explained that Del State University owns Delaware State University
Foundation and that the Delaware State University Foundation was used to raise
funds for the University. She told that board that the property was paid for by the
Foundation through donations.
Motion carried 4-0
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Board of Assessment Appeals’
recommendation, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty,
Rocha, and Taylor absent).
Disabled Citizen Reduction Appeal
Parker Innus
Location Reduction Request
239 Grinding Wheel Road $50,000
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
An appeal was submitted to the Assessor's Office.
Ms. Parker submitted application to be considered for the "Disabled Citizen Tax
Reduction".
Her request was denied because Ms. Parker was not able to submit an "Award Letter"
from the Social Security Office, stating that she is currently receiving disability
benefits, as requested on the "Disabled Citizen Property Tax Reduction Form"
provided by the City of Dover Assessor's Office and per our City ordinance (Sec
102-184).
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend that the request for exemption be
reviewed.
Mr. Parker was present for the hearing. She told the board that she has been on long
term disability with her previous employer and is no longer able to work.
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The appellant explained that in her opinion the disability requirement for Long Term
Disability mirror the requirement for Social Security disability.
She explained that she went though a series of doctor's exams and evaluations to be
awarded Long Term Disability.
Ms. Parker asked why people that are not listed disabled through the Social Security
Administration were not able to receive the property tax reduction. She told the board
that she was able to get the disability reduction with the county and asked if the board
would be willing to give her the reduction for the City of Dover taxes with the
Long-Term Disability she was receiving.
Chairman Garfinkel asked Ms. Parker if she had applied for disability through Social
Security, she told him that she was scheduled for a hearing in June.
Chairman Garfinkel asked if she had ever received an award letter from the Social
Security Administration.
Mr. Parker told him that she had not received an award letter from the Social Security
Administration but does have a note from her doctor.
Chairman Garfinkel pointed out that the city code requires an award letter from the
Social Security Administration to be able to receive the reduction. He pointed out
that only City Council can approve changes to the city code after Ms. Parker asked
whom she should talk to get the requirement changed and to present her case.
Chairman Garfinkel suggested Ms. Parker start by meeting with the Chair for the
Legislative & Finance Committee.
Mrs. Bundek explained that in 2008 an Ad-Hoc committee was formed to look into
a property tax reduction for the disabled, because the City was only granting
reductions to Seniors. She told the board that the committee consisted of one
councilman and several members of the community. This committee recommended
to council that only citizens with a 100% disability through the Social Security
Administration would be able to apply for the reduction.
Mrs. Bundek told Ms. Parker that this was the reason she had not been able to qualify
for the reduction, that her office must go by what the code states. She also explained
that the county had different qualifications than the city. Mr. Junge agreed that the
law is the law and that the Assessor's office had to go by what the law said.
Ms. Parker explained that she was under the impression, that by coming before the
Board of Assessment Appeals, she could appeal the Assessor's decision to deny her
application.
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Mrs. Bundek explained that going before the board would be her only way for her to
appeal the Assessor's decision and that the board would make recommendations to
Council.
Mr. Stonesifer made the motion to deny the appeal, which was seconded by
Mr. Davis.
Motion carried 4-0.
Mrs. Bundek informed the appellant, that the City Council has the final decision and
that a certified letter with the date of the Council Hearing would be mailed.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 A.M.
A Public Hearing was held at the beginning of the City Council meeting to consider the appeal
of the denial of the request for a disabled citizen reduction at which time the decision was
delayed until January 1, 2022 on the case to permit the receipt of a social security decision.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the Board of Assessment Appeals
Report, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and
Taylor absent).
COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT - MAY 25, 2021
The Council Committee of the Whole Meeting was held by video conference on
May 25, 2021 at 6:00 p.m., with Council President Sudler presiding. Members of
Council present via video or telephone were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Neil, Mr. Boggerty,
Mrs. Arndt, Mr. Rocha, Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Lindell. Mr. Hare was absent. Civilian
members present for their Committee meetings were Ms. Maucher (Utility),
Mr. Contant (arrived at 6:04 p.m.) and Mr. Shevock (Legislative, Finance, and
Administration), and Mr. Shelton (Safety Advisory and Transportation).
UTILITY COMMITTEE
The Utility Committee met with Chairman Rocha presiding.
Adoption of Agenda
Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Anderson and
unanimously carried.
Review of Water Utility/Wastewater Utility Fees for the Fiscal Year 2021-22
Budget
Mr. Matt Harline, Assistant City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis for
the Water Utility/Wastewater Utility Fees for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget.
Staff recommended directing staff to include rate increases in FY 2021-22 Proposed
Budget.
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Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Harline stated that there were no ARP funds included
in the utility accounts but that there may be an opportunity to use some of the funds
for this if it could relate to clean drinking water and infrastructure improvements.
Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Mr. Lyon stated that there had been an
emergency repair at Lincoln Park but the project was completed before the road was
re-paved about two years ago. He stated that Water/Wastewater had repaired about
two hundred feet of sewer pipe that had collapsed at that location.
Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Mr. Lyon stated that the Denny’s Road project
had been budgeted in Fiscal Year 2021 and he believed the approximate cost was
$3.2 to $3.4 million. He noted that they were considering a 1 million gallon tank to
increase pressures in that area, as well as potential capacity for future development.
Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Mr. Lyon stated that the projects known as
Stonebrook East and West were built and currently had capacity.
Responding to Mr. Harline, Mr. Lyon stated that through the half point of the Fiscal
Year, Dover had received two times as much rain as the previous year, which had
caused a delta. He stated that the City could decrease the groundwater fee if it could
get everything tightened up which would mean cheaper rates for constituents.
Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting, seconded by
Mr. Taylor and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m.
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman
Anderson presiding.
Adoption of Agenda
Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Taylor and
unanimously carried.
Evaluation of Bids - Fiscal Year 2021 Street and Alley Program
Ms. Sharon Duca, Public Works Director, reviewed the background and analysis
regarding the Fiscal Year 2021 Street and Alley Program.
Staff recommended awarding the contract to Grassbuster’s Landscaping, for the City
of Dover FY 2021 Street and Alley Program, Bid #21-0034PW, for the amount of
$713,294.
Responding to Mr. Neil, Ms. Duca stated that based on Public Work’s current
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evaluation, the sections in question would not involve any tree work and
Grassbuster’s Landscaping had done the 2019 street program and was qualified to do
concrete and asphalt work.
Responding to Mr. Shevock, Ms. Duca stated that Public Works had received seven
bids in total for the project. She stated that some of the bids were close in range but
there was a range of almost $300,000 between the bids overall.
Responding to Councilwoman Arndt, Ms. Duca stated that the problem with North
Bradford Street was that the trees were impacting the roadway in certain areas, so it
would need a more detailed review to see if paving would impact a future design of
North Bradford in regards to preserving the trees.
Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that Public Works had not moved
forward on any action with Conwell Street but that they could investigate the matter
further to come up with a plan. She stated that Raymond Street was supposed to be
extended as part of a proposed development which was being analyzed through that
development for its dedication to the City.
Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that she believed the development would
be apartments and the proposed access is through Mishoe and Raymond Street.
Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that she was referring to a new
development behind Mishoe Towers. She stated that Raymond Street extended down
to the railroad tracks and there was another road or paper street that extended north
into the property in the back which is where access is planned.
Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Ms. Duca stated that the procurement manager ensures
that the invitation to bid is sent out to minority and women owned businesses. She
stated that in terms of Dover business there was one bid but it was about $300,000
more than the low bid. Ms. Duca stated that the City does not ask for information
regarding the diversity or makeup of a company.
Mr. Anderson stated that minority businesses are able to submit that kind of
information which would give them about a 3% preference in the bid.
Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Ms. Duca stated that the incentive was included in the
bid package.
Responding to Mr. Lindell, Ms. Duca stated that in addition to looking at road
ratings, Public Works was also doing road repairs following sewer main work. She
stated that it would take approximately one year after that work had been done and
settled to repair the roadway. Ms. Duca stated that they were also dealing with roads
with extreme maintenance issues where the amount of material being used on
maintenance made the road repair a priority. She stated that they would be
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reevaluating the road ratings in the near future to view all roads as equal rather than
based upon traffic that was involved on the roadway.
Mrs. Arndt stated that both she and Mr. Neil had received concerns from constituents
specific to the North Bradford project. She noted that the North Bradford Street
residents were unaware of the tree removal project. Mrs. Arndt advised that the street
scape project on South Bradford Street was well received due to the door to door
interactions and workshop at the library to make the residents aware of which trees
would be impacted. She suggested that a similar process be conducted for the North
Bradford Street residents.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Duca stated that since the project came in under
budget she would like to save some funds in case there was an overage, but they also
have the ability, based on the way the bid and purchasing policy were written to
increase it by 25% if they wanted to add additional streets. She stated that there was
also the possibility that they would need some of the project to do some engineering
design with some of the street program in the future. Ms. Duca stated that it would
stay in holding for street related projects or needs.
Mr. Sudler moved that Council instruct Ms. Duca to move forward with an
investigation in regards to Conwell Street as to how to get the road repaired
and/or to get it dedicated to the City through the County as soon as possible.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committees’ recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor
absent).
Mr. Neil moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation to award the
contract to Grassbuster’s Landscaping, for the City of Dover FY 2021 Street
and Alley Program. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously
carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committees’ recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor
absent).
Evaluation of Bids - North Bradford Street Tree Removal
Ms. Sharon Duca, Public Works Director, reviewed the background and analysis
regarding the evaluation of bids for the North Bradford Street Tree Removal.
Staff recommended awarding the contract to Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC, for the
City of Dover North Bradford Street Tree Removal, Bid #21-0035PW, for the
amount of $122,015.80.
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Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Ms. Duca stated that one of the big issues with
this project was making the street ADA compliant.
Responding to Mr. Taylor, Ms. Duca stated that the tree replacement was evaluated
by City staff and there were six different species selected because of the amount of
space available on Bradford Street between the curb and sidewalk. She advised that
it was also proposed that they be planted with root deflectors to help them flourish
in the future and avoid future issues with ADA compliance. Ms. Duca noted that the
selected trees would be shown to the public as the options available for the tree
replacements and would most likely be planted in the fall season because it was the
best time for planting new trees to help them establish.
Responding to Mr. Neil, Ms. Duca stated that the project could be delayed; however,
they would need to determine how much longer the contractor that currently had the
Fiscal Year 2020 street program would be able to maintain their prices. She advised
that even if it was not within the time frame, projects could be rescheduled into a
different year to allow more time for public input and possibly additional design.
Mrs. Arndt moved to refer the North Bradford Street tree removal project back
to staff for recommendations on public engagement and design improvements
and move in line with the South Bradford Street project. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committees’ recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor
absent).
Review of General Fund Fees for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget
Mr. Matt Harline, Assistant City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis for
the General Fund Fees for the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Budget.
Staff recommended directing Staff to include rate increases in the FY 2021-22
Proposed Budget.
Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Harline stated that there were an average of 318
police false alarms within the City in Fiscal Year 2019-20. Mayor Christiansen asked
that staff consider increasing the fines for malfunctioning and automatic fire alarms
on behalf of the Fire Department.
Responding to Mr. Contant, Mr. Harline stated that the projected shortfall for Fiscal
year 2022 would be about $450,000.
Responding to Mr. Contant, Mr. Harline stated that the City had never tried to make
this a full enterprise fund before, meaning they had never set the rates at a level to
cover all of the costs, which is what they were attempting now. He noted that the last
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time the fees were increased were in Fiscal Year 2017-18. Mr. Harline advised that
by 2023 the City would take in more money than the cost to provide the service.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Harline, referring to the Proposed Sanitation
Rates, stated that the City could hold the fees for the 300 gallon service rather than
lowering them and raising them again in the future. He advised that they were
intentionally bringing the mobile home rate even with the residential rate.
Ms. Duca stated that the largest cost overall was the tipping fee for the waste. She
advised that parts of commercial services do not receive all of the same services as
the residential. Ms. Duca explained that they were trying to get more equity in terms
of the actual services received as well as the volume of waste received from different
types of customers.
Mr. Neil moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation of the
proposed sanitation rates except for the proposed decrease for Fiscal Year 2022
for the 300 gallon service rates, which should remain at the Fiscal Year 2021
rate. The motion was seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committees’ recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor
absent).
Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Legislative, Finance and Administration
Committee meeting, seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE
The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee met with Chairman Taylor
presiding.
Adoption of Agenda
Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Rocha and
unanimously carried.
Request for Waiver - Appendix A - Subdivisions, Article VI - Subdivision -
General Requirements and Design Standards, Section E - Lots (Lands of
Fountainview, LLC at 100 Ridgely Street) - Waiver to Reduce Required Lot
Frontage Width on a Public Street Associated with Minor Subdivision Plan to
Subdivide Property Consisting of 7.3386 Acres into Two Parcels (Lot 1 and
Lot 2)
Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Principal Planner, reviewed the Petition to Waive the
Zoning Ordinance Provision: Reduction of Lot Frontage Width Requirement on a
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Public Street Associated with Minor Subdivision Plan to Subdivide property
consisting of 7.3386 acres into two parcels (Lot 1 and Lot 2) at 100 Ridgely Street,
requested by Lands of Fountainview, LLC.
Staff recommended approval of the Minor Subdivision Plan and approval of the
Waiver Request to reduce the required lot frontage on a public street subject to
conditions.
Mr. Neil moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded
by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committees’ recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor
absent).
Review of Bike Friendly Community Status
Mrs. Lisa Chase reviewed the application process for renewing the City of Dover’s
Bronze Bike Friendly Community Status.
Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mrs. Chase stated that the City was looking to retain its
Bronze status. She advised that it would be unrealistic to try to achieve Silver status
at this time but that may be a possibility in four more years.
Responding to Mr. Lindell, Mrs. Chase stated that the cost to complete the
application would be between $750 and $1,000. Mayor Christiansen stated that the
application would be covered by the Parks and Recreation budget or the City
Manager’s budget.
Mr. Neil moved to cover the cost of the application for the bike-friendly
community status from the Parks and Recreation budget up to $1,000. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the Committees’ recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote ( Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor
absent).
Discussion - Update on a Mobile Command Centre and Substation
Mayor Christiansen reviewed his research into other communities utilizing standing
substations as well as mobile command posts.
Chief Thomas Johnson reviewed the pilot plan for a mobile substation and the
possibility of utilizing a 2001 Ford chassis based vehicle already owned by the
department.
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Mr. Neil stated that he felt the mobile substation would not need to have a large
police sign on it due to the fact that it could be used for many things in addition to
community policing.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Chief Johnson stated that the vehicle would have a
police presence, probably more than one, at all times.
Responding to Mr. Rocha, Chief Johnson stated that they envision a lot of options
and different services would be provided by the mobile substation.
Mr. Taylor shared photos of a building available for lease for a potential police
substation.
Mr. Neil moved for adjournment of the Safety Advisory and Transportation
Committee meeting, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
Mr. Rocha moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole
meeting. The motion was seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 8:38 p.m.
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole
Report, seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and
Taylor absent).
MONTHLY REPORTS - APRIL 2021
By motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Neil, the following monthly reports were accepted
by consent agenda:
City Assessor’s Report
City Council’s Community Enhancement Fund Report
City Manager’s Report
City Planner’s Report (March and April)
Controller/Treasurer’s Budget Report
Fire Chief’s Report (March and April)
Police Chief’s Report
APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN - ELECTION BOARD
- HEATHER D. ENNIS - THREE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE ON MAY 1, 2023 (TO FILL
THE UNEXPIRED TERM OF JUANITA F. WALKER)
Mayor Christiansen requested the appointment of Heather D. Ennis to the Election Board for a three-
year term to expire May 1, 2023 (to fill the unexpired term of Juanita F. Walker).
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By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the appointment, as recommended by
Mayor Christiansen. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and carried by a unanimous roll
call vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor absent).
2020/21 ANNUAL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS - COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE
WHOLE SUBCOMMITTEES - RECOMMENDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT SUDLER
AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS (DEFERRED DURING THE ANNUAL MEETING OF
MAY 10, 2021)
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the following appointments, seconded by
Mr. Neil and carried by unanimous roll vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor absent):
Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee
Jonathan D. Contant (Recommended by Chairman Anderson)
Daniel T. Shevock (Recommended by Council President Sudler)
Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee
Dante Jones (Recommended by Chairman Boggerty)
Michael W. Lewis (Recommended by Council President Sudler)
Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee
Dana Shelton (Recommended by Council President Sudler)
Utility Committee
Jennifer L. Harris (Recommended by Chairman Rocha)
LaVaughn McCutcheon (Recommended by Council President Sudler)
APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT SUDLER (DEFERRED
DURING THE ANNUAL MEETING OF MAY 10, 2021
By consent agenda, Mr. Hare moved for approval of the following appointments, seconded by
Mr. Neil and carried by unanimous roll vote (Boggerty, Rocha, and Taylor absent):
Downtown Dover Partnership Board of Directors
Mayor Robin R. Christiansen Assistant City Manager, Matthew Harline
Councilman Fred A. Neil City Planner, David S. Hugg III
Councilman Ralph L. Taylor Jr.
Economic Development Committee
Mayor Robin R. Christiansen, Chair (Ex-Officio)
Councilman Fred A. Neil
Councilman Ralph L. Taylor Jr.
Kim I. Adams (Minority Voting Member)
Clayton E. Hammond II (Minority Voting Member)
Assistant City Manager, Matthew Harline
City Planner, David S. Hugg III
Designee of the Downtown Dover Partnership, Diane Laird
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Kent County Tourism
Councilman Fred A. Neil
Kent Economic Partnership
Mayor Robin R. Christiansen (Council President's Designee)
Liaison to Kent County
Mayor Robin R. Christiansen
Council President Roy Sudler Jr.
Assistant City Manager, Matthew Harline
Councilman David L. Anderson
Councilwoman Tricia K. Arndt
Councilman Andre M. Boggerty
SETTING OF ELECTRIC, WATER, AND WASTEWATER RATES AND TARIFFS
Mr. Matthew Harline, Interim City Manager, reviewed the proposed electric, water, and wastewater
rates and tariffs.
Staff recommended adoption of the Rates and Tariffs as presented for Fiscal Year 2021, setting the
power cost adjustment of $0.0070 per kWh.
Mr. Hare moved to adopt the rates and tariffs, as presented (Exhibit #1). The motion was
seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
CONSIDERATION OF THE JUNETEENTH HOLIDAY
Mr. Hare stated that the Juneteenth Holiday is a special day for a lot of people and it is also
recognized by the state and the City of Wilmington. He stated the City of Dover should also make
it a holiday.
Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Harline advised that there are 24/7 operation employees who
would be required to work and they will have to pay overtime, so there would be a cost. Mr. Harline
noted that he will get a response the following day as to how they will handle trash service and the
overtime cost for the 24/7 employees.
Mr. Hare moved that the City recognize the Juneteenth Holiday, June 19th for this year, seconded by
Mr. Rocha.
Mr. Sudler clarified that the holiday would fall on Friday, June 18th of this year.
Mr. Hare moved that the City recognize the Juneteenth Holiday and that it be observed on
Friday, June 18, 2021. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha and carried with Mr. Anderson
voting no.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2021-16 (CORRECTION) OUTDOOR WIRELESS CAMERA
NETWORK - DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT
Council President Sudler advised that Resolution No. 2021-16 was before Council again for a
correction.
Mr. Hare moved to waive the reading of Resolution No. 2021-16. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
By unanimous consent Resolution No. 2021-16 was adopted:
COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2021-16
A RESOLUTION TO APPLY FOR FY 2022 CONGRESSIONALLY DIRECTED SPENDING
PROCESS FOR OUTDOOR WIRELESS CAMERA NETWORK - DOVER POLICE
DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, to improve public safety throughout the city, the City of Dover has invested heavily
in community policing resources, public works personnel, and technologies to improve the delivery
of health and safety services. The city has determined that additional help is needed to create both
the reality and perception of adequate health and safety so that Dover can realize its potential; and
WHEREAS, to make the City of Dover a safer and more efficient community and thus a very
attractive location for residency, business and tourism, the City plans to implement a comprehensive
outdoor wireless camera network throughout the city; and
WHEREAS, studies have shown in other cities that have wireless camera networks throughout
strategic locations, the reports of criminal activity have decreased, as the cameras act as effective
deterrents to potential criminal activity; and
WHEREAS, the camera package will include a total of forty camera clusters with 360-degree view.
The first twenty will be located in community park areas, and twenty more will be located in other
"at-risk" locations throughout the city; and
WHEREAS, the City's Police Department desires to implement a vendor supplied enhancement that
provides access to cooperating public and private video source points. This process could include
corporate partners, private residences, and other governmental camera locations throughout the city
to bring additional system capability. This expanded network of camera locations will help identify
demands for city services and help the Dover Police Department detect criminal activity more
quickly; and
WHEREAS, the wireless camera locations throughout the City of Dover will provide real-time
situational awareness to city officials charged with providing critical services. This group includes,
but is not limited to: Public Works, Parks, Police, Electric and Sanitation. The city's public parks are
especially vulnerable, as they are disproportionately visited by children and seniors for both
recreation and exercise; and
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WHEREAS, the Senate Appropriations Committee through a Fiscal Year 2022 Congressionally
Directed Spending Request process, has made available funding for which the City of Dover and its
Police Department can apply to aid in potentially funding this security equipment, which furthers the
City's commitment to make Dover as safe as possible for its citizens and visitors, and help the city
realize its full potential.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover,
Delaware, that the City Manager or his designee be authorized to submit a Fiscal Year 2022
Congressionally Directed Spending Request Application for the Police Department's Outdoor
Wireless Camera Network.
ADOPTED: JUNE 14, 2021
FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2021-15
Council President Sudler reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance were available
on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government," or by contacting the City Clerk's
Office at 736-7008 or cityclerk@dover.de.us. Final action by Council on the proposed ordinance
will take place during the Council Meeting of June 28, 2021.
Mr. Matthew Harline, Interim City Manager, advised that the budget was originally proposed at
$161,540,000 and it was a significant increase, largely due to capital increases over the previous
year’s budget. He stated that they have cut $1.5 million to get down to a $0.02 property tax increase
that would allow them to pass a balanced budget.
Mr. Lindell requested a list of all the cuts that were being made. He expressed his concerns regarding
deferring maintenance. Mr. Lindell noted that the large transfer they received should go to one-time
expenses and replacing some of the outdated items to be more cost-efficient. Mr. Harline stated that
he could get that list.
Mr. Anderson stated that the tax increase should not happen because of the time that can be bought
while they deal with the structural issues. He noted that there may need to be a tax increase in the
future to make sure they cover public safety or there may not. Mr. Anderson stated that they will not
know until they have the chance to see how things play out. He noted that he did not think it was a
good thing to put more of a burden upon them this particular year.
Mr. Anderson moved to refer Proposed Ordinance #2021-15 to the Legislative, Finance, and
Administration Committee meeting scheduled for June 15, 2021. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Lindell and unanimously carried.
In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the
proposed Ordinance as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows:
Ordinance #2021-15 Fiscal Year 2021/2022 City of Dover Budget Ordinances
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FINAL READING- PROPOSED ORDINANCES
The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinances was accomplished during the Council Meeting of
April 26, 2021. The Public Hearing was accomplished during the Special Council Meeting of
June 7, 2021. Council President Sudler reminded members of the public that copies of the ordinances
are available on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government."
Comprehensive Zoning Map Amendment - Ordinance #2021-09
Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the proposed
ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of April 26, 2021.)
By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Hare, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote, adopted
Ordinance #2021-09, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING ZONING DESIGNATIONS OF CERTAIN
PROPERTIES TO CONFORM WITH THE 2019 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within
the limits of the City of Dover; and
WHEREAS, Delaware Code, Title 22, Chapter 3 Municipal Zoning Regulations, Section 303.
Purpose of Regulations, states that zoning regulations shall be made in accordance with a
Comprehensive Plan and designed to lessen congestion in the streets, to secure safety from fire, panic
and other dangers, to promote health and the general welfare, to provide adequate light and air, to
prevent the overcrowding of land, to avoid undue concentration of population, and to facilitate the
adequate provision of transportation, water, sewage, schools, parks, and other public requirements;
and
WHEREAS, Delaware Code, Title 22, Chapter 7 Planning Commission, Section 702
Comprehensive Development Plan, Item (c), states that the Comprehensive Plan shall be the basis
for the development of zoning regulations and that upon adoption of the Comprehensive
Development Plan, the official zoning map shall be amended to rezone all lands within the
municipality in accordance with the uses of land provided for in the Comprehensive Development
Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Dover, on January 13, 2020, following the
recommendation of the City of Dover Planning Commission, adopted the 2019 Comprehensive Plan
pursuant to Title 22, Section 702 of the Delaware Code; and then adopted amendments to the 2019
Comprehensive Plan on March 8, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable John Carney, Governor of the State of Delaware, certified the 2019
Comprehensive Plan to be effective as of January 13, 2020 by letter of March 10, 2020; and
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WHEREAS, Title 22 Section 702 of Delaware Code requires the City rezone properties in
accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and this analysis was undertaken as part of the
implementation of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover Planning Office has reviewed the Land Development Plan Map
(Map 12-1 as amended March 8, 2021) along with the Zoning Map, and during this review has
identified a series of parcels for Rezoning. These Comprehensive Zoning Map Amendments are
presented for review as part of the Comprehensive Rezoning 2021 Project and in accordance with
the process outlined in the Dover Code of Ordinances, Appendix B - Zoning, Article 10 - Planning
Commission, Section 5 - Amendments; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 17, 2021, after which the
Planning Commission made a recommendation in regard to these amendments to the Zoning Map
of the City of Dover.
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has prepared the Comprehensive Rezoning 2021 Project Map and
Summary Table showing recommendations to change the zoning designations for an identified series
of properties so that the City of Dover Zoning Map is in accordance with the adopted 2019
Comprehensive Plan, as amended March 8, 2021.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET:
That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance, the Zoning Ordinance and Zoning
Map of the City of Dover is amended by changing the zoning designations (Rezoning) of specific
properties to conform with the Zoning Map changes presented to City Council on June 14, 2021 and
as depicted on the Maps and Summary Table entitled "City of Dover Comprehensive Rezoning 2021
Project."
(Planning Reference: MI-21-03 Comprehensive Rezoning 2021 Project)
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
That upon final action to adopt this ordinance, the adopted Comprehensive Zoning Map
Amendments shall be reflected on the official Zoning Map of the City of Dover, DE and published
accordingly.
ADOPTED: JUNE 14, 2021
Comprehensive Plan Amendments 2021 Set #2 - Ordinance #2021-10
Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the proposed
ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of April 26, 2021.)
By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Rocha, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote, adopted
Ordinance #2021-10, as follows:
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AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2019 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY AMENDING
TABLE 12-1: LAND USE AND ZONING MATRIX BY ADDING ZONING DISTRICTS TO
CERTAIN LAND USE CATEGORIES.
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has adopted a Comprehensive Plan laying out land use policies
within the City of Dover, Delaware; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Dover, on January 13, 2020, following the
recommendation of the City of Dover Planning Commission, adopted the 2019 Comprehensive Plan
pursuant to Title 22, Section 702 of the Delaware Code; and then adopted amendments to the 2019
Comprehensive Plan on March 8, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable John Carney, Governor of the State of Delaware, certified the 2019
Comprehensive Plan to be effective as of January 13, 2020 by letter of March 10, 2020; and
WHEREAS, Title 22 Section 702 of Delaware Code requires the City rezone properties in
accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and this analysis was undertaken as part of the
implementation of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover Planning Office has reviewed the Land Development Plan Map
(Map 12-1 as amended March 8, 2021) along with the Zoning Map, and during this review has
identified necessary plan text revisions to the associated Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix,
of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan as amended. A set of plan text amendments to the Land Use and
Zoning Matrix (Table 12-1) is presented for review as part of the Comprehensive Plan Amendments
2021 Set #2; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 17, 2021, after which the
Planning Commission made a recommendation in regard to these plan text amendments to the Table
12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix.
WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning in the City of Dover to add
several zoning districts to certain Land Use Categories on the Land Use and Zoning Matrix (Table
12-1) as shown on the Exhibit of Proposed Revisions to 2019 Comprehensive Plan (on pages
12-26.1, 12-26.2 and 12-26.3) and known as Revised Table 12-1.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET AND AMEND THE 2019 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY:
That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance, that Chapter 12 - Land Development
Plan, Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan as amended on
March 8, 2021 has been amended by adding several zoning districts to certain Land Use Categories
as noted in the referenced Exhibits presented to City Council on June 14, 2021. This will replace the
referenced table with the Revised Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix.
(Planning Reference: MI-21-04A Comprehensive Plan Amendments 2021 Set #2)
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BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
That upon final action to adopt this ordinance, the approved plan text amendments shown as Revised
Table 12-1 shall be incorporated into Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix of the 2019
Comprehensive Plan as amended and published accordingly.
ADOPTED: JUNE 14, 2021
Comprehensive Plan Amendments 2021 Set #2 - Ordinance #2021-11
Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title
only, seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the proposed
ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of April 26, 2021.)
By motion of Mr. Hare, seconded by Mr. Anderson, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote,
adopted Ordinance #2021-11, as follows:
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE 2019 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY AMENDING
MAP 12-1: LAND DEVELOPMENT PLAN BY CHANGING THE LAND USE
CLASSIFICATIONS OF A SERIES OF PARCELS CITYWIDE.
WHEREAS, the City of Dover has adopted a Comprehensive Plan laying out land use policies
within the City of Dover, Delaware; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Dover, on January 13, 2020, following the
recommendation of the City of Dover Planning Commission, adopted the 2019 Comprehensive Plan
pursuant to Title 22, Section 702 of the Delaware Code; and then adopted amendments to the 209
Comprehensive Plan on March 8, 2021; and
WHEREAS, the Honorable John Carney, Governor of the State of Delaware, certified the 2019
Comprehensive Plan to be effective as of January 13, 2020 by letter of March 10, 2020; and
WHEREAS, Title 22 Section 702 of Delaware Code requires the City rezone properties in
accordance with the Comprehensive Plan and this analysis was undertaken as part of the
implementation of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City of Dover Planning Office has reviewed the Land Development Plan Map
(Map 12-1 as amended March 8, 2021) along with the Zoning Map, and during this review has
identified necessary revisions to the Map 12-1: Land Development Plan Map of the 2019
Comprehensive Plan as amended. A set of amendments to the Land Development Plan Map (Map
12-1) is presented for review as part of the Comprehensive Plan Amendments 2021 Set #2; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a public hearing on May 17, 2021, after which the
Planning Commission made a recommendation in regard to these amendments to the Map 12-1:
Land Development Plan related to the Land Use Classifications of a series of properties.
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WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning in the City of Dover to change
the Land Use Classifications of a series of properties on the Land Development Plan Map (Map
12-1) as described and listed in the Summary Table Listing of Amendments to Land Development
Plan Map and as depicted on Map Exhibits of Proposed Revisions to Land Development Plan of the
2019 Comprehensive Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET AND AMEND THE 2019 COMPREHENSIVE PLAN BY:
That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance, that Map 12-1: Land Development
Plan Map of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan as amended on March 8, 2021 has been amended by
changing the designated Land Use Classifications of a series of properties as noted in the referenced
Exhibits presented to City Council on June 14, 2021. This will revise the referenced map with the
Amended Map 12-1: Land Development Plan as depicted in Summary Table Listing of Amendments
to the Land Development Plan Map and Map Exhibits of Proposed Revisions to Land Development
Plan.
(Planning Reference: MI-21-04B Comprehensive Plan Amendments 2021 Set #2)
BE IT FURTHER ORDAINED:
That upon final action to adopt this ordinance, the amendment as approved changing the Land Use
Classifications of the listed properties shall be made to Map 12-1: Land Development Plan (as
amended March 8, 2021) of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan and published accordingly.
ADOPTED: JUNE 14, 2021
CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Matthew Harline, Interim City Manager, invited Council to give him feedback of what they
would like to see. He stated he has received some feedback to improve the City Manager’s monthly
report and to start gathering the Committee Chairs.
Mr. Harline noted that he plans to continue the Diversity and Inclusion Internal Committee. He stated
that they were going to meet that week and get back to focusing on improving their recruiting,
retention, and creating an environment where diversity and inclusions is clear throughout the
organization.
Mr. Harline noted that June 19, 1865 was the final emancipation of all citizens in Texas.
COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mr. Boggerty asked if there had been any update regarding the Queen Manor issue. Responding,
Mr. Sudler stated that he believed Mrs. Tracy Harvey, Planner/Community Development Block
Grand (CDBG) Administrator, had followed up and that the Dover Housing Authority was in
compliance with the relocation program and that they were going through for modification of the
units.
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Mr. Taylor stated that the Police Chief’s Advisory Council, in collaboration with Mayor Christiansen
and himself, were hosting a town hall meeting regarding strategies to combat violence in Dover at
the Dover Police Department, Public Assembly room at 400 South Queen Street on Tuesday,
June 22nd from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Mr. Taylor noted that due to the increased demands on every Council member, he would like to put
a Council member pay increase on a Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee agenda.
Mr. Anderson thanked a Polytech student who created the commercial spots for the August 1st - 9th
Innovative Readiness Training (IRT) event with Delaware Health Initiative. He reminded everyone
that people will be able to get medical screenings, dental care, eye exams and basic eye glasses made
on site. Mr. Anderson thanked Mayor Christiansen for putting $5,000 toward marketing the event.
Mr. Anderson noted that this time of year they recognize freedom with Flag Day, the Army’s
birthday, and Juneteenth.
Mr. Hare stated that it was very important for Mrs. Harvey to keep an eye on Queen Manor.
Mr. Hare moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.
Meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m.
TRACI A. McDOWELL
CITY CLERK
All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular
Meeting of June 14, 2021 are hereby approved.
ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN
MAYOR
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Exhibits
Exhibit #1 - City of Dover Rates & Tariffs
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EXHIBIT #1
Regular City Council Meeting of 06/14/2021
City of Dover
Rates & Tariffs
July 1, 2021
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Purchased Power Adjustment “PPA” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Residential Service Classification “R”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Small Commercial Service Classification “C and C1". . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Medium Commercial Service Classification “C2 and C3”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Large Commercial Service Classification “C5”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Primary Service Classification “P”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Transmission Voltage Classification “T”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Transmission Voltage Federal Government Classification “FT” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Transmission Voltage Interruptible Service Classification “IT” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Firm Standby and Supplemental Service Classification “SS”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Outdoor Development Lighting Rate (Residential Area Lighting Only) “OL”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Private Outdoor Lighting Service Classification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Water Pump Service Classification “FP”. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Water Pump 2 Service Classification Contracted Rate “F2”. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Water, Sewer, Kent County Sewer Adjustment and Ground Water Inflow
Adjustment Rates. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Trash Fees - Flat Rate Summaries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Green Energy Fund Rider “GEF”. . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Net Energy Metering “NM”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Retail Customer Demand Response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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PURCHASED POWER ADJUSTMENT
“PPA”
PPA for “all” Tariffs unless listed separately
The cost per kWh for all energy adjusted upward or downward for changes in fuel and purchased power costs including
transmission above or below the base rate amount per kWh for each rate class. When the total cost of fuel, purchased power,
and transmission varies above or below the above base cost a charge or credit per kWh will be applied to all energy sold such
that the cost or credit will be recovered or returned over time.
All kWh - per kWh ($0.0070)
Effective Date July 1, 2020
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RESIDENTIAL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
“R”
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for household related services in a single private dwelling and
incidental service outside of the home through the same meter, provided such incidental service does not exceed 20 kW of connected
load. Service size cannot exceed 600 amps.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single phase service
Customer Charge
Per bill $9.42
Energy Charge
All kWh - per kWh $0.12090
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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SMALL COMMERCIAL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
“C and C1"
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for small commercial and industrial purposes through a single
meter. The maximum monthly usage must not exceed 3,500 kWh per month or have instrument rated metering. If there is a major
change in the character of service or if the kWh usage exceeds 3,500 kWh for two (2) consecutive billing months, the account will be
automatically transferred to the Medium Commercial Service Classification. If the customer’s usage does not exceed 3,500 kWh after
a period of one (1) year, the customer may be returned to the Small Commercial Service Classification.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single or three phase service. Other voltages may be applicable where available
and at the option of the City.
Customer Charge
Per bill - Single Phase Service $9.28
Per bill - Three Phase Service $24.28
Energy Charge
Per kWh $0.10080
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILLING
The minimum monthly billing shall be the Customer Charge.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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MEDIUM COMMERCIAL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
“C2 and C3"
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for commercial and industrial purposes through a single meter
having monthly usages of more than 3,500 kWh for two (2) consecutive months. If the customer has a major change in the character
of service and falls below the above criteria, the customer may be returned to the Small Commercial Service Classification.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single or three phase service. Other voltages may be applicable and at the option of
the City.
Customer Charge
Per Bill - Single Phase Service $15.96
Per Bill - Three Phase Service $30.96
Demand Charge
All kW, per kW $12.85
Energy Charge
All kWh, per kWh $0.06390
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The Billing Demand will be the maximum fifteen (15) minute demand during the month, determined by a block demand meter.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILLING
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge and a Demand Charge, which shall be based on sixty percent (60%) of the
greatest Billing Demand established during any month of the 11-month period ending with the current billing month.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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LARGE COMMERCIAL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
“C5"
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for commercial and industrial purposes having instrument
rated metering. If there is a significant change in the character of service, the City will, at its option on a case by case basis, temporarily
transfer the account to another tariff.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle alternating current, single or three phase service. Other voltages may be applicable when available and
at the option of the City.
Customer Charge
Per bill - single or three phase service $27.06
Demand Charge
All kW - per kW $12.86
Energy Charge
All kWh - per kWh $0.06210
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The Billing Demand will be the maximum fifteen (15) minute demand during the month, determined by a block demand meter. In any
month in which the average power factor at the delivery point is greater or less than ninety-five percent (95%), the measured demand
shall be corrected in accordance with the following formula:
Billing Demand = Measured demand X .95
Average Power Factor
The city measures both leading and lagging power factor, treating both as non-unity power factors, and the customer is billed
accordingly.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILLING
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge and a Demand Charge based on sixty percent (60%) of the greatest Billing
Demand established during any month of the 11-month period ending with the current billing month.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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PRIMARY SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
“P”
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for commercial and industrial customers taking delivery at the
primary voltage available, and where the transforming and protective apparatus is furnished, owned and maintained by the customer.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Primary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single phase or three phase service.
Customer Charge
Per bill - single or three phase $24.32
Demand Charge
All kW - per kW $10.09
Energy Charge
All kWh - per kWh $0.06320
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The Billing Demand will be the maximum sixty (60) minute demand during the month, determined by a block demand meter. In any
month in which the average power factor at the delivery point is greater or less than ninety-five (95%), the measured demand shall
be corrected in accordance with the following formula:
Billing Demand = Measured demand x .95
Average Power Factor
The City measures both leading and lagging power factor, treating both as non-unity power factors and the customers are billed
accordingly.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge and a Demand Charge, which shall be based on the greater of three hundred
kilowatts (300 kW) or 60% of the greatest Billing Demand established during any month of the 11-month period ending with the
current billing month.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification. If a customer who is on the Primary Service Classification wishes to switch to the Large Commercial Service
Classification, the customer may do so at the customer's choice. If such a change occurs, the City will determine on a case-by-case
basis which portion, if any, of the customer-owned electrical equipment will be maintained by the City provided; however, any
equipment transferred to City ownership, will be transferred at no cost to the City.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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TRANSMISSION VOLTAGE CLASSIFICATION
“T”
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available by special contract throughout the City of Dover electric service area to customers located where Dover's existing
facilities are adequate to supply the character of service as specified below.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
The electric power delivered hereunder shall be three phase, 60 cycle, alternating current at a nominal potential of sixty-nine
thousand (69,000) volts.
Demand, energy and power factor will be metered at the point of delivery of service. All transformation, circuiting and protective
apparatus beyond the point of delivery shall be installed, owned, and maintained by the customer. Service shall be supplied and
metered at sixty-nine thousand (69,000), and the customer is required to own and maintain all transforming, switching and protective
equipment.
Demand Charge
All kW - per kW $9.14
Energy Charge
All kWh, per kWh $0.05990
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The measured demand shall be the average of the four (4) greatest sixty (60) minute demands measured on separate days of each
month. In any month in which the average power factor at the delivery point is greater or less than ninety-eight and one half percent
(98.5%), the measured demand shall be corrected in accordance with the following formula:
Billing Demand = Measured demand x . 985
Average Power Factor
The City measures both leading and lagging power factor, treating both as non-unity power factors; customers are billed
accordingly.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be a Demand Charge, which shall be based on the greater of three hundred kilowatts (300 kW) or
75% of the greatest Billing Demand established during any month of the 11-month period ending with the current billing month.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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TRANSMISSION VOLTAGE FEDERAL GOVERMENT CLASSIFICATION
“FT”
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available by special contract throughout the City of Dover electric service area for Federal Government customers located
where Dover's existing facilities are adequate to supply the character of service as specified below.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
The electric power delivered hereunder shall be three phase, 60 cycle, alternating current at a nominal potential of sixty-nine
thousand (69,000) volts.
Demand, energy and power factor will be metered at the point of delivery of service. All transformation, circuiting and protective
apparatus beyond the point of delivery shall be installed, owned, and maintained by the customer. Service shall be supplied and
metered at sixty-nine thousand (69,000), and the customer is required to own and maintain all transforming, switching and protective
equipment.
Demand Charge
All kW - per kW $9.14
Energy Charge
All kWh, per kWh $0.05970
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The measured demand shall be the average of the four (4) greatest sixty (60) minute demands measured on separate days of each
month. In any month in which the average power factor at the delivery point is greater or less than ninety-eight and one half percent
(98.5%), the measured demand shall be corrected in accordance with the following formula:
Billing Demand = Measured demand x .985
Average Power Factor
The City measures both leading and lagging power factor, treating both as non-unity power factors; customers are billed accordingly.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be a Demand Charge, which shall be based on the greater of three hundred kilowatts (300 kW) or
75% of the greatest Billing Demand established during any month of the 11-month period ending with the current billing month.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
POWER SUPPLY PLANNING
Customer shall provide to the City of Dover each year in January a load forecast for the next three years for the planning period of
May through June (example: May 2019 through June 2022) to allow Dover to plan and acquire power supply resources to meet
customer’s requirements. Any changes in the Customer’s expected load forecast that is greater than one (1) megawatt shall be
reported to the City of Dover within thirty (30) days of Customer’s knowledge of such change.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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INTERRUPTIBLE TRANSMISSION VOLTAGE CLASSIFICATION
“IT”
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available by special contract throughout the City of Dover electric service area to customers located where Dover's existing
facilities are adequate to supply the character of service as specified below.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
The electric power delivered hereunder shall be three phase, 60 cycle, alternating current at a nominal potential of sixty-nine
thousand (69,000) volts.
Demand, energy and power factor will be metered at the point of delivery of service. All transformation, circuiting and protective
apparatus beyond the point of delivery shall be installed, owned, and maintained by the customer. Service shall be supplied and
metered at sixty-nine thousand (69,000), and the customer is required to own and maintain all transforming, switching and protective
equipment.
Demand Charge Annual On Peak Penalty
All kW - per kW $7.89 To be determined by City Manager
Energy Charge
All kWh, per kWh $0.06180
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The measured demand shall be the average of the four (4) greatest sixty (60) minute demands measured on separate days of each
month. In any month in which the average power factor at the delivery point is greater or less than ninety-eight and one half percent
(98.5%), the measured demand shall be corrected in accordance with the following formula:
Billing Demand = Measured demand x .985
Average Power Factor
The City measures both leading and lagging power factor, treating both as non-unity power factors; customers are billed accordingly.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be a Demand Charge, which shall be based on the greater of three hundred kilowatts (300 KW) or
75% of the greatest Billing Demand established during any month of the 11-month period ending with the current billing month.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
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FIRM STANDBY AND SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
“SS” – (C5, P, & T)
AVAILABILTY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area to customers for firm standby and/or supplemental electric
service for commercial and industrial purposes whom would otherwise be billed from the C5: Large Commercial Service, P: Primary
Service, or T: Transmission Voltage electric tariffs. Qualifying customers shall take delivery at the voltage available, and where the
transforming and protective apparatus is furnished, owned and maintained by the customer.
To service customers with electric generation facilities used to serve onsite power requirements and requiring firm standby and/or
supplemental electric service. This rate is not applicable for customers whom meet one or more of the following criteria:
1. Onsite generation is for emergency or testing purposes only.
2. Onsite generating capability is less than 500 kW.
Service under this schedule is also available to any specific generation customer who does not satisfy the provisions above and to
whom providing service, in City of Dover’s opinion, would be beneficial to its other customers.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary or primary voltages, 60 cycle alternating current, single phase or three phase service.
Standby (Maintenance and Back-Up) Service Charges:
Customer Charge
Per bill – single or three phase: $122.37 per month
Demand Charges
Daily Demand Charge: $0.23 per kW day of actual demand
Reservation Charge: $4.93 per kW of Contract Standby Billing Demand per month
Plus a distribution charge for the associated service voltage.
Primary Distribution Charge: Included
Secondary Distribution Charge: Included
Note: Distribution Charges are not applicable where electric service is provided solely
from the transmission system.
Energy Charge
All kWh – per kWh: $0.05900
Supplemental Service Charges:
Supplemental Service shall be billed at the City of Dover’s otherwise applicable electric rates.
DETERMINATION OF BILLING DEMAND
Standby Billing Demand – Standby billing demand is the summation of the maximum integrated sixty (60) minute standby demand
delivered by the City of Dover each day of the billing period. Standby demand for each sixty (60) minute period is the integrated
sixty (60) minute demand delivered by the City, but not exceeding the difference between the contract standby demand and the
sixty (60) minute integrated kW output of the customer's generating unit(s), but never less than zero. In any month in which the
average power factor at the delivery point is greater or less than ninety-five (95) percent, the measured demand shall be corrected
in accordance with the following formula:
Billing Demand = Measured demand x .95
Average Power Factor
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The City measures both leading and lagging power factor, treating both as non-unity power factors; customers are billed
accordingly.
Contract Reserved Standby Demand - The demand contracted shall not exceed the net dependable capability of the customer's
generating equipment. This demand will remain constant unless agreed to by mutual consent and appropriate changes are made to
the tariff agreement and the agreement executed by the City and the customer. If at any point, Standby Billing Demand exceeds
Contract Reserved Standby Demand, the Contract Demand rating shall be revised to match the Standby Demand rating that
exceeded the Contract Demand rating.
Supplemental Billing Demand - Supplemental billing demand for the month shall be the maximum sixty (60) minute integrated
"Supplemental Demand" for the month. It is intended that this demand shall fairly represent the capacity which the City is required
to stand ready to supply in excess of the customer's generating capacity. In any month in which the average power factor at the
delivery point is greater or less than ninety-five (95) percent, the measured demand shall be corrected in accordance with the
following formula:
Billing Demand = Measured demand x .95
Average Power Factor
The City measures both leading and lagging power factor, treating both as non-unity power factors; customers are billed
accordingly.
Supplemental Demand - Determined for each sixty (60) minute interval as the net sixty (60) minute integrated demand delivered by
the City of Dover minus the standby billing demand.
Installations which use this service in a manner such that measurement of a sixty (60) minute interval does not result in fair or
equitable measure of the supply capacity required to serve the customer's load, then the measured demand may be adjusted taking
into account the known character of use and the rating data of the equipment connected or from special tests. It is the intent of this
provision that the demand billed shall fairly represent the customer's capacity requirement. In cases where City of Dover elects to
use connected load instead of demand measurement as the method for determining demand, it will take into account the known
character of use and the rating data of the equipment connected.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge, Reservation Charge, Distribution Charge plus Adjustments.
The billing demand charge for all kW up to the maximum contracted standby requirements for each month will be billed at the
maximum of:
The Reservation Charge plus any Primary or Secondary Distribution Charges per kW-month times the contracted standby
demand requirements or per kW-day (charge listed above) of actual standby demand delivered.
All kW between the actual standby demand and the contract demand will be billed at the Reservation Charge rate plus any
Primary or Secondary Distribution Charges per kW-month.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
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TEMPORARY DISCONTINUANCE OF SERVICE
Where the use of energy is seasonal or intermittent, no adjustments will be made for a temporary discontinuance of service. Any
customer prior to resuming service within 12-months after such service was discontinued, will be required to pay all charges which
would have been billed if service had not been discontinued.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Power factor at the time of the monthly peak demand must be maintained above ninety-five (95) percent. Service hereunder is
subject to the rules and regulations for electric service as adopted by City of Dover from time to time and on file with the City Clerk.
Service hereunder will be supplied at one location through one point of delivery and measured through one meter unless otherwise
deemed necessary by City of Dover.
Customers electing to receive service under this rate tariff are required to provide a sixty (60) month notice, in writing, prior to
transferring from this firm supplemental and standby service to any of the City of Dover’s firm full requirements service.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this classification.
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OUTDOOR DEVELOPMENT LIGHTING RATE
(Residential Area Lighting Only)
“OL”
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover service area for residential developments/mobile home park lighting.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle alternating current, single phase.
TERMS OF SERVICE
The association and/or owner shall install and maintain all lighting and associated equipment. This rate applies to one metering point.
If multiple metering points are required to reduce voltage drop, a totalized bill will be rendered. The metering point(s) will be
governed by the City of Dover.
The initial term for lighting service shall be for one (1) year with automatic month to month extension until either party terminated
this agreement via letter. Billing will be monthly. If this contract is terminated prior to the one (1) year agreement, the customer
shall reimburse the City of Dover for all expenses incurred.
Customer Charge
Per Bill $8.25
Energy Charge
All kWh - per kWh $0.11230
MINIMUM MONTHLY CHARGE
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All kilowatt-hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
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PRIVATE OUTDOOR LIGHTING
SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for all-night outdoor lighting service for lighting of outdoor
areas on private property.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
UNMETERED - This will be the standard installation practice. The lights under this classification shall be fed directly from the City of
Dover’s energy source.
METERED - This classification will be available at the City of Dover’s discretion and only when it is not feasible to install the lighting
service from an unmetered source. These lights will have the energy supplied through the customers meter and the monthly rental
fee shall be reduced to reflect this customer expense.
TERMS OF SERVICE
The equipment supplied will be the type of fixture currently being furnished by the City at the time of installation as described below
in the Classifications of Security Lights, Decorative Lighting, and Roadway/Area Lighting. Lighting shall be from dusk to dawn each
day.
The initial term for lighting service shall be for two (2) years. The City may require a fee if the installation is removed prior to the two
(2) year term.
Where service is not associated with a metered service, a Customer Charge of $5.00 for residential lights and $10.00 for commercial
lights will be added to cover the associated costs of billing and related consumer costs not reflected in the lighting schedule.
Unmetered - The City shall maintain, relamp, and supply the energy to the lighting equipment that it owns.
Metered - The City shall also maintain and relamp the lighting equipment it owns where energy is supplied through the customer’s
meter.
The City will perform relamping, repair, and/or maintenance during normal working hours within a reasonable period following
notification by the Customer.
Customers requiring unique or unusual lighting service different than outlined below may obtain such service under a mutually
agreeable contractual arrangement.
SECURITY LIGHTS
Includes a 2' (+/-) arm, pole not included. If a pole needs to be installed, the location shall be accessible to truck traffic via driveway,
roadway, alleyway, or other public accessible parking areas. If a pole must be installed and the location is not truck accessible, a
decorative lighting fixture may be installed at the applicable rated.
Unmetered Est. Monthly Metered Monthly
Monthly Charge kWh Rental Charge
100 watt HPS $7.70 35
175 watt HPS $9.08 68
100 watt HPS, equivalent LED $5.19 53 No Longer Available
175 watt HPS, equivalent LED $5.34 74 No Longer Available
The following style is not available for new installations:
70 watt HPS $6.70 33
175 watt MV $9.08 68 No Longer Available
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DECORATIVE LIGHTING
Includes a 18' fiberglass pole (15' above ground). The electrical service to these poles shall be underground; therefore, the installation
location shall be accessible to trencher traffic.
Unmetered Est. Monthly Metered Monthly
Monthly Charge kWh Rental Charge
150 watt HPS w/o ladder rest $14.51 62 6.58
250 watt HPS w/o ladder rest $20.31 101 8.43
70 watt HPS, equivalent LED $9.56 29 No Longer Available
150 watt HPS, equivalent LED $12.88 74
The following style is not available for new installations:
Est. Monthly Metered Monthly
Monthly Charge kWh Rental Charge
70 watt HPS w/o ladder rest $11.65 33 6.41
175 watt MV w/o ladder rest $14.17 68
175 watt MV contemporary $14.81 68
ROADWAY/AREA LIGHTING
Includes choice of bracket from 8' to 16' if the fixture is accessible to truck traffic via driveway, roadway, alleyway, or other public
accessible parking areas. If not accessible to trucks a 2' (+/-) arm shall be used. Pole not included.
Unmetered Est. Monthly Metered Monthly
Monthly Charge kWh Rental Charge
100 watt HPS $9.41 47 3.74
250 watt HPS $14.29 101 4.03
400 watt HPS $19.25 154 4.27
100 watt, equivalent LED $7.40 36
250 watt, equivalent LED $9.99 107
400 watt, equivalent LED $13.51 200
400 watt HPS, equivalent LED $9.55 139 No Longer Available
The following style is not available for new installations:
Unmetered Est. Monthly Metered Monthly
Monthly Charge kWh Rental Charge
175 watt MV $10.30 68 3.20
250 watt MV $14.29 101 4.03
400 watt MV $19.16 154 4.21
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POLE CHARGES PER MONTH
For each wood pole required exclusively for the support of lighting fixtures or lighting circuits under this service classification a per
pole charge will be assessed as follows:
Monthly Charge
Poles installed through February 28, 1997 $2.09
Poles installed or changed out after February 28, 1997 $3.22
Poles installed after July 1, 2018 $6.08
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All billed charges under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate schedules
and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
Effective Date: July 1, 2020
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WATER PUMP SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
“FP”
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area for water pumps used for emergency firefighting purposes
and related equipment.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single or three phase service. Other voltages may be applicable where available
and at the option of the City.
Customer Charge
Per bill $15.00
Demand Charge
All kW, per kW $8.29
Energy Charge All
$0.13840
kWh, per kWh
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The Billing Demand will be the maximum fifteen (15) minute demand during the month, determined by a block demand meter.
In the case of fluctuating loads, the demand of which cannot readily be measured, the Billing Demand may be established from
manufacturer’s rating or determined by other suitable methods.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge and a Demand Charge based on 60% of the greatest Billing Demand
established during any month of the 24‐month period, ending with the current billing month.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All billed charges under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
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WATER PUMP 2 SERVICE CLASSIFICATION
CONTRACTED RATE
“F2"
AVAILABILITY
This rate is available throughout the City of Dover electric service area by contract only. Contract terms will be for a minimum of
ten (10) years. Service will be available for water pumps used for emergency firef ighting purposes and related equipment.
Service will be supplied through one (1) meter. HP determination will be the total hp of all motors.
CHARACTER OF SERVICE
Secondary voltage, 60 cycle, alternating current, single or three phase service. Other voltages may be applicable where available
and at the option of the City.
Customer Charge Up
to 50 hp motor(s) $100.00
Over 50 hp up to 100 hp motor(s) $150.00
Over 100 hp motor(s) $300.00
Demand Charge
All kW, per kW $8.29
Energy Charge All
$0.13840
kWh, per kWh
DETERMINATION OF DEMAND
The Billing Demand will be the maximum fifteen (15) minute demand during the month, determined by a block demand meter.
In the case of fluctuating loads, the demand of which cannot readily be measured, the Billing Demand may be established from
manufacturer’s rating or determined by other suitable methods.
MINIMUM MONTHLY BILL
The minimum monthly bill shall be the Customer Charge.
PURCHASE COST ADJUSTMENT
All billed charges under this rate shall be subject to the Purchase Cost Adjustment Clause included with the City of Dover rate
schedules and approved by the Council of the City of Dover.
PUBLIC UTILITY TAX
In addition to the charges provided for in this service classification, a surcharge will apply in accordance with any tax imposed by
governmental authority upon sales of electricity.
RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGE
All kilowatt hours billed under this rate shall be subject to the “GEF” Rider.
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification.
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WATER, SEWER, KENT COUNTY SEWER ADJUSTMENT AND
GROUND WATER INFLOW ADJUSTMENT RATES
Water: WITHIN CITY OUTSIDE CITY
Customer Charge $5.00 $5.00
Water Rate – Tier 1 – 0 – 6,000 gallons $2.66 / 1,000 gallons $4.00 / 1,000 gallons
Water Rate – Tier 2 – 6,001 – 100,000 gallons $3.33 / 1,000 gallons $5.00 / 1,000 gallons
Water Rate – Tier 3 – Over 100,000 gallons $4.00 / 1,000 gallons $5.99 / 1,000 gallons
Sewer: WITHIN CITY OUTSIDE CITY
Customer Charge $5.00 $5.00
Sewer Rate $3.03/1,000 gallons $4.55/1,000 gallons
WITHIN CITY OUTSIDE CITY
Kent County Sewer Adjustment: $2.58 / 1,000 gallons $2.58 / 1,000 gallons
Ground Water Inflow Adjustment $1.72 / 1,000 gallons $1.72 / 1,000 gallons
Sewer charges are based on usage reported on water meters (WMT), and sewer meters (SMT). The sewer rate is
$ 3.03 / 1,000 gallons for those within the City and $4.55 / 1,000 gallons for those outside the City Limits.
Kent County Sewer Adjustments is based on sewer usage. The rate for Kent County Sewer Adjustment is $2.58 / 1,000
gallons and is set by the Kent County Sewer Authority. All revenue produced by this charge is forwarded to the Sewer
Authority.
Lawn Meter Rates are based on current in city / out city water tier rates.
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TRASH FEES
IN CITY ‐ FLAT RATE SUMMARY
Rate Code Description Unit Charge
DC I SVCF Trash Service Fee $ 23.00
D C I 33‐1 1 Pick Up 300 Gallon 72.00
D C I 33‐2 2 Pick Ups 300 Gallon 143.00
D C I 33-3 3 Pick Ups 300 Gallon 207.00
D C I 90‐1 1 Pick Up 90 Gallon 23.00
D C I 90‐2 2 Pick Ups 90 Gallon 46.00
D C I 90‐4 4 Pick Ups 90 Gallon 92.00
D R I FLAT Residential Trash 23.00
D R I SVCF Trash Service Fee 23.00
D R I 33‐1 1 Pick Up 300 Gallon 72.00
D R I 33‐2 2 Pick Ups 300 Gallon 143.00
D R I 90‐1 1 Pick Up 90 Gallon 23.00
D R I 90‐2 2 Pick Ups 90 Gallon 46.00
D R I 90‐3 3 Pick Ups 90 Gallon 69.00
D R I 90‐4 4 Pick Ups 90 Gallon 92.00
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GREEN ENERGY FUND
Rider “GEF”
Delaware Green Energy Fund Charge ‐ A State‐mandated charge for the municipal green energy fund established under 26 Del. C.
§363(4) and collected from every Customer based on energy usage which is used to fund environmental programs for
conservation and energy efficiency within the City’s service territory.
Delaware Green Energy Fund Charge
All kWh ‐ per kWh .000178
TAX ADJUSTMENT
Billings under this rate may be increased by an amount equal to the sum of taxes payable under the Gross Receipts Tax and of all
other taxes, fees or charges (exclusive of all valorem, state and federal income taxes) payable by the utility and levied or assessed
by any governmental authority on the public utility service rendered, or on the right of privilege of rendering the service, or on
any object or event incidental to the rendition of the service.
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NET ENERGY METERING
“NM”
AVAILABILITY
This rider is available to customers served under the following service classifications, Residential “R”, Small Commercial “C and
C1”, Medium Commercial “C2 and C3", Large Commercial “C5", Primary “P”, and Transmission “T” that own and operate an
electric generation facility on the Customer’s premises that produces electricity from Eligible Energy Resources to offset part or
all of the Customer’s electricity requirements.
CONNECTION TO THE CITY’S SYSTEM
The Customer or Community-owned electric generation facility cannot be connected to the City’s system unless it meets all
applicable safety and performance standards set forth by the following: The City of Dover Technical Considerations Covering Parallel
Operations of Customer Owned Generation of 500 kW located in the Electric Service Handbook, National Electric Code, the
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers, Underwriters Laboratories, and the City of Dover Electric Service Handbook
(Handbook). The Customer must, at his/her expense, obtain any and all necessary permits, inspections, and approvals required by
any local public authorities and any other governing regulations in effect at that time.
POWER SUPPLY PLANNING:
Customer shall provide to the City of Dover each year in [Dover’s planning month for PJM] a load forecast for the next three years
(“the Planning Period”) to allow Dover to plan and acquire power supply resources to meet customer’s requirements. Any changes
in the Customer’s expected load forecast that is greater than one (1) megawatt shall be reported to the City of Dover within thirty
(30) days of Customer’s knowledge of such change.
DELIVERED VOLTAGE
The delivered voltage and delivery point of the Customer’s electric generation shall be at the same delivered voltage and delivery
point that would be supplied by the City to the Customer if the Customer purchased all of its electricity from the City.
RATE
The monthly billing shall be as stated in the applicable rate tariff. Under this rider, only the kWh charge for electricity delivered
by the Customer is affected. The Customer will pay for all kWh delivered by the City of Dover. Credit for kWh under Section
4.3.2 and 4.4 of this Handbook shall be the budgeted average cost of energy as further described in 4.4.5 of this Handbook and will
be valued at the applicable rate classification charge.
Residential (R) $0.12090
Small Commercial (C&C1) $0.10080
Medium Commercial (C2 & C3) $0.06390
Large Commercial (C5) $0.06210
Primary (P) $0.06320
Transmission (T) $0.05990
Federal Transmission (FT) $0.05970
RULES AND REGULATIONS
The General Rules and Regulations of the City of Dover for electric service shall apply to service rendered under this service
classification. All minimum billings, charges for kWh, kW, Purchased Cost Adjustment, Public Utility Tax, Renewal Energy
Charge, etc. will be covered under the applicable rate tariff.
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RETAIL CUSTOMER DEMAND RESPONSE
AVAILABILITY
The Dover Electric Utility (“Dover”) or its authorized designee is the sole entity permitted to bid demand response directly into
the PJM Interconnection, L.L.C. (“PJM”) (“DR Program”) on behalf of retail customers served by Dover. No Customer may
participate in a DR program of any other entity unless such program is consistent with the terms and conditions in this tariff and
approved in advance by Dover.
Dover or its authorized designee may allow a Customer to bid DR into PJM’s ancillary services market for energy imbalance,
spinning reserves, supplemental reserves, reactive power and voltage control, or regulation and frequency response ancillary
services, subject to the same terms and conditions.
DR programs may reduce electric service costs for the Customer, provide enhanced usage data, reduce emissions from electric
generation, and provide demand flexibility.
CONTENTS OF APPLICATION
Customer shall submit to Dover a written request to participate that includes the following: 1) Type of DR program; and 2)
Metering requirements for participation. Dover’s approval of the application shall be granted within fourteen (14) days.
EFFECT OF APPLICATION AND PARTICIPATION IN DR PROGRAM
Dover’s receipt and review of any documentation submitted by a Customer shall not constitute approval of such DR Provider or a
guarantee of performance or payment by a DR Provider, nor shall Dover be liable for ANY damages sustained by the Customer.
RIGHT TO TERMINATE PARTICIPATION IN DR PROGRAM
Dover reserves the right to disapprove a request to participate in a DR program or to terminate participation by Customer when,
in Dover’s sole discretion, Dover determines that participation by Customer will be detrimental to another customer or to the
City of Dover.
SPECIAL METERING REQUIREMENTS
If Customer requires special metering equipment or devices to participate in the DR program, Customer shall provide the
specifications for such equipment or devices in writing to the Dover Electric Department at the time of application or promptly
thereafter. Within fourteen (14) days thereafter, Dover will provide the Customer with an estimate of the cost of the special
metering equipment or devices and an estimate of the cost of providing special meter reading data. The cost of any special
metering equipment or device shall be the responsibility of the Customer and shall be paid prior to the scheduled installation
date. All costs for data or special readings shall be billed to Customer monthly.
Effective Date: February 28, 2011
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