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Council Committee of the Whole. Apr 12, 2022.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE The Council Committee of the Whole met on April 12, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. with Council President Sudler presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, Mrs. Arndt, Mr. Rocha, Mr. Taylor, and Mr. Hare. Mayor Christiansen was also present. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were Michael W. Lewis and Dante Jones (via WebEx) (Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement) Mr. Contant and Mr. Shevock (via WebEx) (Legislative, Finance, and Administration) was absent. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Hare moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mrs. Arndt and unanimously carried. PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee met with Chairman Boggerty presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mrs. Arndt and unanimously carried. Annual Report - Silver Lake Commission Ms. Marie Kozel, Chair of the Silver Lake Commission presented a verbal report. Ms. Kozel stated The Silver Lake Commission met on March, 9, 2022, due to the pandemic and lack of quorum they had not met in some time. Ms. Kozel further explained that the Silver Lake Commission has six members and one vacancy. At the March 9, 2022, the commission reviewed the application for a restaurant proposal at 801 North State Street. On March 21, 2022, The Silver Lake Commission provided their recommendation to the Planning Commission. Ms. Kozel provided an updated on the projects at Silver Lake including, spring cleanup events, concrete dam repairs, and removal of vines and low vegetation. Ms. Kozel announced on April 22, 2022, Bally’s Dover Casino Resort will be volunteering in the park for Earth day and Arbor day activities. On April 30, 2022, the Lions Club, United Way, and the City of Dover will gather to install new story walk displays. Mr. Rocha stated on April 30, 2022, there will be 10 stations installed and paintings such as hop scotch on the sidewalk. Mr. Rocha is hopeful to be able to do the a Born Learning Trail at Dover Park next year. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Rocha invited members of Council to attend April 30th between 9am and 2pm to help assist the volunteers at Silver Lake Park. Mr. Anderson moved to recommend the acceptance of the Silver Lake Commission’s Annual Report, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 2 Review of Active Recreation Area Plan and Consideration of Cash-in-Lieu of Active Recreation Construction - McKee Road Apartments at 1385 McKee Road )Planning Reference #S-21-11) (Dawn Melson- Williams, Interim Planning and Community Development Director) Ms. Dawn Melson - Williams, Interim Planning and Community Development Director reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Cash-in-Lieu of Active Recreation. Staff recommended review of a Site Development Application for the construction of sixteen (16) 10,000 SF garden style apartment buildings each containing twenty-four (24) units for a total of 384 apartment units. Also proposed are sixteen (16) garage buildings, a clubhouse with a pool, walking paths, picnic areas, a dog park, playing field, parking, and other site improvements. The property is zoned RG- 2 (General Residence Zone) and C-2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone). This development application is only for the residential zoned portion of the property. The commercial portion will be developed under a separate application. The property is located on the east side of McKee Road near the intersection of McKee Road and Scarborough Road. The owner of record is McKee Cap, LLC. Property Address: 1385 McKee Road. Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.00-02-57.00-000. Council District 4. Review of Active Recreation Area Plan with Consideration of Fee-in-lieu of Active Recreation Area Construction. Waiver Requests: Partial Elimination of Upright Curbing, Reduction of Required Parking, and the Elimination of Sidewalk along the Public Street Frontage. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Melson-Williams stated the city zoning ordinance requires a certain amount of square footage per dwelling unit to be provided as active recreation area. In the case of this project, they are not fully providing that square footage amount. Ms. Melson-Williams explained, the City of Dover zoning ordinance allows for a Cash-in-Lieu payment, and that payment is based on the amount the project is deficient. She further explained, the calculation involves submission of an appraisal, calculated for that the Cash-in-Lieu amount in the case of McKee Road Apartments just over $15,000 would be required, if approved. Ms. Melson-Williams stated the fee would be required to be paid before the first building permit application can be approved. In addition, the funds that come in for that Cash-in-Lieu payment is specifically placed in the Parkland reserve fund. The Parkland reserve fund is a restricted account that then is utilized for park facilities citywide. Ms. Melson-Williams further explained that a significant portion of this tract of land is wooded and wetland areas that may limit development activity. Responding to Ms. Arndt, Ms. Melson-Williams explained according to the zoning ordinance the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee should review the active recreation plan and make a recommendation. The recommendation is then carried forward to the Planning Commission. Ms. Melson-Williams explained, the Planning Commission is the final acting body in regards to the site development plan and the final say in the active recreation plan and cash-in-lieu amounts. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Jonathan Street, Associate with Becker Morgan stated the sidewalk along the front of the property would run across a stable drainage area. Mr. Street stated the sidewalk will be moved more onto the property than on the right of way. Mr. Street explained the target market of the apartments is young professionals, however, if the tenants were to be families the facility would support those tenants.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 3 Mr. Street further explained, that the tract of land is nearly 80 acres, more than half of the land is encumbered by wetlands. Mr. Street stated, the developer did not want to disturb the wetlands or the woodland and they need to manage the storm water. Responding to Mr. Taylor, Ms. Melson- Williams explained the current zoning ordinance does not have a requirement for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations. Ms. Melson- Williams further explained that planning staff have made the recommendation to make the area EV capable, meaning a conduit is placed in the ground prior to paving. Mr. Anderson moved to recommend the acceptance of the staff recommendation of the Active Recreation Area Plan and Consideration of Cash-in-Lieu of Active Recreation Construction - McKee Road Apartments at 1385 McKee Road. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Strategies to Address Food Deserts in the City (Nikko Brady, Nicole Minni, and Karen Shore, Delaware Department of Agriculture) Ms. Nikko Brady and Ms. Karen Shore from the Delaware Department of Agriculture reviewed the presentation entitled Delaware Health Food Retail Initiatives. Ms. Nicole Minni reviewed the interactive website and data dashboard. Ms. Minni explained the data dashboard is used to identify gaps in food resources. The data dashboard is interactive and the municipality or school district may be selected. Ms. Minni further explained, other data sets included are households without a vehicle and census data to show students and families in poverty. Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Ms. Brady stated that restrictions surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic had been lifted and she would check on the restrictions that were placed on farmer's markets and respond to the Mayor at a later date. Mr. Taylor thanked Ms. Brady, Ms. Minni, and Ms. Shore for their presentation. Mr. Taylor stated Capital School District is a Title One District, which means that the students receive a free lunch and breakfast due to the social economic status of our citizens. Mr. Taylor thanked the Department of Agriculture for bringing this pilot program to Dover. Proposed Categorization of Williams Park and Division and Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks in the City of Dover (Councilman Andre Boggerty and Councilwoman Trish Arndt) Ms. Arndt, stated April is Sexual Assault Awareness month, one in four women are abused in their lifetime, and for men, that number is one in six. Ms. Arndt explained that only 28% of victims report their assault to the police. Ms. Arndt stated domestic violence statistics are equally alarming. In Delaware in 2020, over 22,500 domestic violence incidents were reported. Ms. Arndt further explained that last night, at the Regular City Council Meeting, Council heard Dover specific crime data from Chief Johnson's annual report. Ms. Arndt stated overcoming abuse related trauma is incredibly difficult, and we as a community can acknowledge their pain and support their healing. Parks can be a place of reflection and nature is healing. Ms. Arndt explained the Safe Haven concept sets a stage for future events and tonight's action is one step towards raising awareness of sexual assault and domestic violence. Ms. Arndt expressed that signs could be installed within the park, providing information on victim services. Ms. Arndt also stated there is interest from various trauma support organizations willing to partner on a community event for the park dedication.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 4 Mr. Boggerty stated a Safe Haven initiative, is something that he believes will continue to let our citizens know that they have been heard and Council is taking action to be proactive. Mr. Boggerty explained, he had spoken to the Chief Johnson and there is little to no cost, and Division and Kirkwood Streets Park was purposely selected because it already has a camera. Mr. Boggerty further explained Williams Park would be used as well to serve the west side of the City. Mr. Boggerty stated in his conversation with Chief Johnson they discussed there would not be cameras at Williams Park but the Chief did agree to increase police patrols. Mr. Boggerty stated he spoke to Mr. Robin Eaton, Director of Parks and Recreation, about signs being placed declaring the parks as Safe Haven Park. The recommended action is approval of categorizing Williams Park and Division and Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Haven Parks. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Boggerty stated he spoke with Chief Johnson and received quotes to place in a hotline phone. Mr. Boggerty explained Chief Johnson’s concerns of placing a phone in each park would be false calls which would take up city resources. Mr. Rocha moved to recommend the approval of categorizing Williams Park and Division and Kirkwood Streets Park as Safe Have Parks in the City of Dover. The motion was seconded by Mr. Taylor and unanimously carried. Mayor and Council Reports Council President Sudler Mr. Sudler reported in March 2022, he participated in the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion meeting facilitated by Fusion Alliance for the City’s workforce and focused on how individuals perceive diversity in the workplace and the newly declared transformational leadership training forthcoming. Mr. Sudler stated he participated in meetings between community leaders, the Mayor, Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance (IMA) of Social Action Commission and the Capital School District Superintendent to address issues centered on landlord tenant concerns and future workshops dealing with landlords and tenants. Mr. Sudler stated in the month of April he attended the Downtown Dover Partnership’s Safety Meeting and discussed topics of reopening of the pop-up 136 application, the need for a brick and mortar police station behind CenDel Foundation, and potential new ordinances drafted by community, merchants, and council members. Mr. Sudler stated he grilled hamburgers for the Prime Time Family Reading Program in which the city's library staff facilitates that program with proficiency. Mr Sudler also hosted a fundraiser at Tom's Bullpen to raise money for the temporary housing funds for those victims who were affected by the Loockerman fire incident. Mr. Sudler stated the fundraiser raised over $5,200 for that initiative with Mount Zion AME Church donating the highest amount of $2,000. First District Mr. Rocha reported that Mr. Hugg, Ms. Duca, Dr. Pillsbury, and representatives from industries on the Route 15 corridor met to have a discussion on the truck routing through the city. Mr. Rocha further explained they discussed how the trucking companies would be notified by the industries Kraft, Proctor & Gamble, and Delmarva Corrugated. Mr. Rocha stated he felt the meeting was positive and was hopeful through education and passing out information to the trucking companies, that will minimize traffic in the residential areas.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 5 Dr. Pillsbury stated she received one complaint since the meeting about speeding on Mifflin Road, and she had spoke with the Police on that matter. Second District Mr. Taylor stated the truck routing discussion is going to be on the next Safety Advisory and Transportation meeting agenda. Mr. Taylor explained that he and Mr. Hare received complaints of lights being out on Woods Edge Drive and in Clearview Meadows. Mr. Taylor further explained that those complaints were forwarded to Mr. Paul Waddell, Electric Director, and are being taken care of. Third District Mr. Neil stated he had to call the Code Enforcement Office for a couple of issues in the third district. Mr. Neil thanked Ron Coburn, Code Enforcement, and the Code Enforcement Officers for doing a great job. Mrs. Arndt stated she attended an anniversary event for Meals on Wheels with Mr. Hare, Mr. Neil and the Mayor. Mrs. Arndt further explained they put on hairnets and aprons, got on the assembly line and they packed meals for seniors. Mrs. Arndt stated it was a great experience for her and thanked Meals on Wheels for the valuable service they provide the community. Fourth Distrcit Mr. Anderson stated he did follow-up to the grants that were given out of the City’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, Mr. Anderson provided the Central Delaware Habitat For Humanity and other organizations with letters of recommendation to help them obtain additional funding. Mr. Anderson also discussed the fire that had occurred on Loockerman Street in March. Mr. Anderson stated the fourth district has been very well engaged on behalf these constituents. Mr. Anderson explained the fourth district representatives had given community enhancement funds, personal funds, and the Council President even hosted a fundraiser. At-Large Mr. Boggerty stated he participated in the Delaware In Prayer with the Governor’s Office. Mr. Boggerty explained at the event he was able to speak to constituents about what is going on in the city. Mr. Boggerty stated he attended Senator Day at Dover High School and it was well attended. Mr. Boggerty explained he is working to see how to help families offset the costs associated with sporting teams. Mr. Boggerty stated he also attended the Easter Egg Hunt put on by the City of Dover. Mr. Boggerty stated he attended Mr. Sudler's fundraising event, for the victims of the fire on Loockerman Street and was able to speak with some of the families affected. Mr. Boggerty stated he will be hosting two events, one is a back to school drive and the second a community event with another organization to be talk about the importance of mental health counseling. Mr. Boggerty explained he will be inviting the Lions Club to attend as well. Mayor Christiansen Mayor Christiansen stated he attended Gowens Williams' funeral, Chamber of Commerce's Board meeting, Downtown Dover Partnership’s board meeting, Dover Day Committee meetings, and committee meetings for the 100th anniversary of the Delaware Volunteer Fireman's Association Celebration. Mayor Christiansen stated he participated in the Council on Police Training (COPT) and activities in regard to body cameras. He also attended the meetings where they conditionally

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 6 adopted those subject to public input. Mayor Christiansen chaired and worked closely with the staff of the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (Dover/Kent MPO). Mayor Christiansen stated he met with legislator's mid-session to discuss pending issues, and he plans to meet with them and Mr. Hugg later in the week in regard to increasing the City’s pilot funding. Mayor Christiansen stated he met with numerous constituents and attended numerous Homeowners Association (HOA) meetings. Mayor Christiansen also attended City Council meetings and Council Committee of the Whole meetings. Mayor Christiansen stated he represented the COPT as well as the City of Dover, at the most recent graduation of the Delaware State Police Academy. Mayor Christiansen was also present at the swearing in of the safety patrol members at two of the Capital School District schools and attended the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Service. In the last week Mayor Christiansen stated he met with Dr. Cade, Superintendent of the Capital School Distract, and attended the IMA Social Action Committee meeting. Mayor Christiansen attended a board meeting of the Dover Fire Department and the Dover Little League. Mayor Christiansen stated he attended the Executive Board of the Delaware League of Local Governments, and was very honored to be present at the Delaware League of Local Governments celebration for a close friend , Mayor George Wright of Smyrna, honoring his 90th birthday. Mr. Boggerty moved for adjournment of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 7:33 p.m. LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman Anderson presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Contant moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Evaluation of Proposals - SCADA (Supervisory Control and DataAcquisition) Equipment and Technology Upgrade (Paul Waddell, Electric Director) Mr. Paul Waddell, Electric Director reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Evaluation of Proposals - SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) Equipment and Technology Upgrade. Staff recommended purchasing the SCADA Master software from Survalent and utilizing the IT department to purchase the required hardware. Responding to Ms. Arndt, Mr. Waddell explained the current system was put into service in the late 1990's. Mr. Waddell stated there has been several upgrades over the time, however, as the city grows technologically they will not write any software modification to support it. Mr. Waddell explained if the city does not upgrade now, the city would run the risk of having communication problems, which would cost more money.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 7 Mr. Hare moved to purchase the SCADA Master software from Survalent and utilizing the IT department to purchase the required hardware, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application Review (Tracey Harvey,CBDG Program Manager) Ms. Tracey Harvey, CBDG Program Manager, reviewed the backround and analysis regarding the application review of the Community Development Block Grant funds. Staff recommended to award $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub-grantees to carry out approved CDBG activities . Responding to Ms. Arndt, Ms. Harvey explained that the organizations that did not receive the full amount requested was because they are public service activities that cannot exceed the 15 percent of the cap. Mr. Hare motioned to accept the recommended award of $300,000 in CDBG funds to sub- grantees to carry out approved CDBG activities . The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Extension of the Ambulance Service Contract dated January 22, 2019 (David S. Hugg III, City Manager) Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Extension of the Ambulance Service Contract dated January 22, 2019. Staff recommended authorizing the City Manager the right to extend the contract term by one year under the Original Agreement signed on January 22, 2019, XVII. Terms, Review, Termination, and Assignment, Section B, Contract period may be extended by the City of Dover for two (2) additional one (1) year terms if contractor agrees to hold the prices as negotiated. If such an extension occurs, it will be agreed upon by both St. Francis and The City of Dover in written documentation. This is the first one year extension expiring on March 31, 2023. Mr. Rocha stated St. Francis has been dispatched to his house at least 10 times in the past year. Mr. Rocha stated St. Francis gets there in the quickest amount of time possible. Mr. Rocha explained, in communities that he lived in his military career, he had never seen a response that fast. Mr. Rocha stated he is in complete agreement with this contract. Responding to Mr. Contant, Mr. Hugg stated the original contract had a provision in it for extension at the original price of $100,000 a year. Mr. Rocha moved to recommend authorizing the City Manager with the right to extend the contract term by one year under the Original Agreement signed on January 22, 2019, XVII. Terms, Review, Termination, and Assignment, Section B, Contract period may be extended by the City of Dover for two (2) additional one (1) year terms if contractor agrees to hold the prices as negotiated. If such an extension occurs, it will be agreed upon by both St. Francis and The City of Dover in written documentation. This is the first one year extension expiring on March 31, 2023, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Ms. Arndt and unanimously carried.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 8 Evaluation of Proposals - Auditor - (Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer) Ms. Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Evaluation of Proposals - Auditor. Staff recommended approval of SB & Company, LLC for the audit services contract not to exceed the fixed price of $51,195, Proposal dated March 22, 2022. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Peddicord stated SB & Company, LLC is not the company the city used last year. Ms. Peddicord stated SB & Company, LLC has been used in past. Mr. Hare moved to recommend the approval of SB & Company, LLC for the audit services contract not to exceed the fixed price of $49,703, Proposal dated March 22, 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried. Status of Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Pension Funds (Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer) Ms. Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer reviewed the background and analysis regarding the report of the Status of Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Pension Funds. Mr. Hare moved to recommend the acceptance of the Status of Other Post Employment Benefits (OPEB) and Pension Funds report . The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. Proposed Ordinance #2022-03 - Chapter 82 - Planning, Section 82-2 City Planner (David S. Hugg, III, City Manager) Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, reviewed the revision made to proposed Ordinance #2022-03 - Chapter 82 - Planning, Section 82-2 City Planner. Mr. Sudler stated he did not want City Council’s oversight role to be decreased. Mr. Sudler asked Madam Assistant City Clerk Engle to read into record the history of Chapter 82 - Planning, Section 82-2 City Planner Ms. Engle read the history of Chpater 82 - Planning, Section 82-2 City Planner into record as follows: On July 24th, 2006, City Council adopted an ordinance amending Chapter 82 planning section 82-2 -City Planner to read as follows. There is hereby established the office of city planner who shall be selected by the City Council at its annual meeting and employed at the pleasure of mayor and counsel. The city planner shall be directly responsible to the mayor and council and shall function under their administration of the city manager. On November 9th, 2009 City Council adopted an ordinance amending the same Chapter 82 Section 82-2 City Planner to state; there is hereby established the office of city planner who shall be selected by the City Council at its annual meeting and employed at the pleasure of mayor and council. The city planner shall be directly responsible to the mayor and council. The difference in the two ordinances is in 2009, they remove the line that states; and shall function under the administration of the city manager.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 9 That brings us to 2015 Ordinance #2015-21 amended Chapter 82 Section 82-2 City Planner that states; there is hereby establish the office of city planner who shall be selected by the City Council. Ms. Engle stated Ordinance #2015-21 removed at its annual meeting and employed by the pleasure of mayor and council. The city planner shall be directly responsible to the mayor and council. Ms. Engle explained, the proposed ordinance before you today, states; there's hereby establish the office of city planner who shall be selected by the city manager and employed at the pleasure of city manager. The city planner shall be the director of planning, inspections and community development, and be directly responsible to the city manager. Mayor Christiansen stated that if Council feels their authority is being usurped, they certainly have the prerogative to insert language that is appropriate. Mayor Christiansen believes it is important that in the transition and leadership succession mantra that the city has adopted, that it is vital to have someone the planner can report to on a daily basis. Mayor Christiansen emphasized the importance that Council develop partnerships, but still maintain the responsibility that each has sworn to uphold to the citizens of the city that they represent. Mayor Christiansen recommended changing the language so council ultimately has control, but that the daily reporting will go to the city manager. Mr. Sudler thanked Mayor Christiansen for his opinion. Mr. Sudler recommended the language be changed to the city planners shall be directly responsible to the mayor and council and shall function under the administration of the City Manager. Mr. Hare disagreed with Mayor Christiansen and Mr. Sudler and stated he believed Ordinance #2022-03 should accepted as recommended. Mr. Rocha disagreed with the Mayor Christiansen and Mr. Sudler and stated he did not know the reason behind the historical changes and felt Ordinance #2022-03 should be accepted as recommended. Mr. Contant stated Council is looking at three different items, the first is who selects, the second is who they serve at the pleasure of, and the third is who they're responsible to. Mr. Contant stated that the City Council is elected by the people to determine the direction that the city of Dover will take. Mr. Contant further explained that a compromise would be that City Council selects the person and they serve at their pleasure, but the planner reports on a daily basis to the City Manager and keeps him in the loop, and lets the City manager take care of all of the operational day to day activities. Mr. Neil stated he was in agreement with Mr. Contant. Mr. Boggerty requested that the City Manager be involved in the hiring process if they are expected to oversee the City Planner. Ms. Arndt stated she did not have an issue with the City Planner working directly for the City Manager, because the City Manager reports directly to City Council. Mr. Taylor stated he was in full agreement with the Proposed Ordinance #2022-03 as written.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 10 Mr. Contant moved to recommend amending Ordinance #2022-03 to read "There is hereby established the Office of City Planner who shall be selected by the City Council and employed at the pleasure of Mayor and Council. The city planner shall be the director of planning inspections in community development and be directly responsible to the City Manager." The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler Mayor Christiansen asked to amend the motion to become effective at the annual council meeting in May 2022. Mr. Contant moved to accept the amendment, seconded by Mr. Sudler. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg stated the motion on the floor is not what he recommended. Mr. Hugg stated he appreciated the comments that Councilman Boggerty raised about supervising somebody who he did not hire. Mr. Hugg further explained that council entrusts him to hire an Assistant City Manager, a Public Works Director, a Water Wastewater Director, an Electric Director, people who carry out major responsibilities for the city, and he is held accountable for that. Mr. Hugg stated he believes that the city planner should be part of that team. Dr. Pillsbury moved to recommend amending Ordinance #2022-03 line 18 to read as follows: There is hereby established the office of city planner who shall be selected by the city manager and approved by City Council and employed at the pleasure of city manager. The city planner shall be the Director of Planning, Inspections and Community Development, and be directly responsible to the city manager. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson, and unanimously carried. Report on Bond Bill Requests (David S. Hugg, III, City Manager) Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager reviewed the background and analysis of the bond bill requests to be submitted to the Bond Bill Committee. Mr. Hare moved to recommend the acceptance of the Report on Bond Bill Requests. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Responding to Ms. Arndt, Mr. Hugg explained the request for $500,000 would cover the planning and design side of the river walk project. Responding to Mr. Contant, Mr. Hugg explained there is supplemental funding for the voluntary clean up initiative. Mr. Hugg further explained the planning and design side of the project could not be charged to those funds. Report on Segal Study (Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager) Ms. Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager, reviewed the presentation entitled Report on Segal Study. Staff recommended to refer to the City Manager’s Office to complete the pilot test to further assess the Segal Evaluator, Job Description Questionnaires, and Job Descriptions. Mr. Hare move to recommend to refer to the City Manager's Office to complete the pilot test to further assess the Segal Evaluator, Job Description Questionnaires, and Job Descriptions. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried.

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING OF APRIL 12, 2022 PAGE 11 Report on River Walk Progress (Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager) Ms. Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manger reviewed the Committee Action Form for the Report on River Walk Progress. Staff recommended to authorize the following: 1) that the proposed use of the old Public Works Yard (PWII) off of East Water Street be a potential River Walk Park area; 2) that City funds or other funding sources be used toward the proposed project and 3) that staff work on obtaining funds for the project and work on the project itself. Mr. Hare moved to recommend authorizing the following: 1) that the proposed use of the old Public Works Yard (PWII) off of East Water Street be a potential River Walk Park area; 2) with approval of City funds or other funding sources be used toward the proposed project and 3) that staff work on obtaining funds for the project and work on the project itself. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and unanimously carried. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting, seconded by Mr. Contant and unanimously carried. Meeting adjourned at 8:36p.m. Mr. Sudler moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 8:37 p.m. Roy Sudler, Jr. Council President RS/re S:\AGENDAS-MINUTES-PACKETS-PRESENTATIONS-ATT&EXH\Committee-Minutes\TEMPLATES\CCW Minutes TEMPLATE.wpd

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