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CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM City Hall Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware AGENDA Public comments are welcomed on any item and will be permitted at the appropriate time. When possible, please notify the City Clerk (302-736-7008 or email at cityclerk@dover.de.us) should you wish to be recognized. VIRTUAL MEETING NOTICE This meeting will be held in City Hall Council Chambers with electronic access via WebEx. Public participation information is as follows: Dial: 1-650-479-3208 Link: https://rb.gy/d2vchn Event number: 2531 841 5223 Event password: DOVER (if needed) If you are new to WebEx, get the app now at https://www.webex.com/ to be ready when the meeting starts. CALL COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING TO ORDER LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1. Presentation (Secretary Hubbard, Delaware Department of Labor and Richard Fernandes, Division of Employment and Training Director) (Committee Action Not Required) 2. Community Oriented Policing Services Grant Approval for City-wide Camera Program (Captain Aaron Dickinson, Dover Police Department) (Staff Recommendation: Approve the submission of the grant application for the $600,000 from the COPS Office) 3. Community Oriented Policing Services Grant Awarded for Hiring 3 Police Officers (Chief Thomas Johnson, Dover Police Department) 1

COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING - February 28, 2023 PAGE 2 (Staff Recommendation: Approve the grant award of $375,000 in Federal Funds from the COPS Office) 4. Evaluation of Bids for Hazard Response Services (Paul Waddell, Electric Director) (Staff Recommendation: Award contract to Miller Environmental Group) ADJOURNMENT OF THE LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING UTILITY COMMITTEE ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1. Evaluation of Bids – Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements (Staff Recommendation: Award contract to Gateway Construction, Inc. for the Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements, ITB #23-0006PW, for $553.015) 2. Annexation Request - Consideration of Utility Services Lands of Calpine Holdings, LLC for 2 Parcels on White Oak Road (AX-23-01) (Mary Ellen Gray, Director of Planning and Inspections) (With Application MI-23-01 Comprehensive Plan Amendments 2023 still under review, this Annexation Request has been placed on hold until further notice) 3. Annexation Request - Consideration of Utility Services Lands of Christina Kelleher 273 Acorn Lane (AX-23-02) (Mary Ellen Gray, Director of Planning and Inspections) (Staff recommendation: upon consideration of utility services, it is found that electric, water, and sanitary sewer services are provided and/or available to the property at 273 Acorn Lane. The Electric Department and Department of Water and Wastewater have no objection to its annexation.) 4. Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Closing the Digital Divide Presentation (Kay Sass, Public Affairs and Emergency Management Coordinator) (Committee Action Not Required) ADJOURNMENT OF THE UTILITY COMMITTEE MEETING SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1. Discussion Downtown Dover PD Community Office - South Bradford Street (Committee Action Not Required) 2. Traffic Data - Impact on Rezoning Process 2

COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING - February 28, 2023 PAGE 3 (Committee Action Not Required) 3. Environmental Safety Concerns - Silver Lake (Committee Action Not Required) 4. Traffic Safety - Constituent Concerns (Committee Action Not Required) ADJOURNMENT OF THE SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE MEETING ADJOURNMENT OF THE COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. PURSUANT TO 29 DEL. C. §10004(e)(2), THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING 3

Division of Delaware Department of Labor EMPLOYMENT & TRAINING Hours & Locations Item 1. Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Career Services • Federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit The Division of • Apprenticeship opportunities Statewide and County Headquarters - Fox Valley Employment (One Stop Office) • Assistance with posting Foreign Labor 4425 North Market Street Wilmington, DE 19802 and Training Certification job opportunities Employment and Training ............................... (302) 761-8085 (DET) provides • Assistance with placement services when Industrial Affairs ............................................. (302) 761-8200 services enabling laying off employees Unemployment Insurance Five divisions working together to connect people employers and job Claimant Services ..................................... (302) 761-8446 to jobs, resources, monetary benefits, workplace seekers to make We have dedicated Business Service Representatives Employer Services .................................... (302) 761-8482 protections, and labor market information to informed employment and training choices leading to at each location to provide one-on-one assistance Vocational Rehabilitation ............................... (302) 761-8275 promote financial independence, workplace employment. The Division administers various federal Occupational and Labor Market Information... (302) 761-8062 justice and a strong economy. with your hiring needs. Some common services Office of Administration .................................. (302) 761-8001 and state workforce programs that assist individuals include: Office of the Secretary of Labor ....................... (302) 761-8000 in obtaining their next job or career change. One does • Posting job openings in Delaware JobLink not need to be unemployed to utilize our services. Creekwood Office Complex • Advertising your openings on our website 920 W. Basin Road, Suite 300 New Castle, DE 19720 and to our network of partners Looking for a job or career change? • Providing referrals to candidates for your Disability Determination Service (ONLY) ......... (302) 324-7600 Visit Delaware JobLink at https://joblink.delaware. open positions University Office Plaza gov. Individuals can create a job seeker account to • Assistance with screening, job fairs and (One Stop Office) build a resume, evaluate their skills, and search for offices for interviewing 252 Chapman Road, 2nd Floor Newark, DE 19702 work anywhere there is access to the Internet. The Employment and Training............................... (302) 453-4350 Division offers in-person services at our local Ameri- Unemployment Insurance Call us and ask to speak to the Business Services Claimant Services ..................................... (302) 761-8446 can Job Centers (AJC) located throughout the state. Representative in your area for more information. Employer Services .................................... (302) 761-8482 Each AJC office has computers that provide customers Vocational Rehabilitation ............................... (302) 368-6980 with access to the internet through a resource room You can also chat with a live representative at and an array of services including: Delaware VOCAL to assist with your job seeker, Appoquinimink State Service Center • Tuition assistance training, or business service questions at 122 Silver Lake Road Middletown, DE 19709 (limited funding and eligibility criteria apply) https://vocal.delaware.gov Vocational Rehabilitation .............................. (302) 696-3180 • Resume creation and job search Blue Hen Corporate Center • Workshops including job clubs, job search https://labor.delaware.gov/divisions/employment-training (One Stop Office) and interviewing skills 655 S. Bay Road, Suite 2H Dover, DE 19901 • Career Assessment Employment and Training .............................. (302) 739-5473 • Basic computer training Industrial Affairs • Veterans’ Services Labor Law ................................................ (302) 422-1134 • Apprenticeship opportunities Workers’ Compensation ........................... (302) 422-1392 Unemployment Insurance • Summer Youth Employment • Federal Bonding Claimant Services ..................................... (302) 761-8446 Employer Services .................................... (302) 761-8482 How Can We Help You? Vocational Rehabilitation ............................... (302) 739-5478 Business Services A GUIDE TO OUR SERVICES Georgetown Plaza Are you a business looking to hire? (One Stop Office) When businesses create an employer account in 8 Georgetown Plaza, Suite 2 Georgetown, DE 19947 Delaware JobLink at https://joblink.delaware.gov, Employment and Training .............................. (302) 856-5230 they can post their job openings, search the resume Unemployment Insurance bank and screen candidates for the skills needed. Claimant Services ..................................... (302) 761-8446 4 Other employer services include: Employer Services .................................... (302) 761-8482 https://labor.delaware.gov/ Vocational Rehabilitation ............................... (302) 856-5730

Office of Division of Advancement Through OCCUPATIONAL VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION PARDONS & EXPUNGEMENTS Item 1. & LABOR MARKET INFORMATION The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) assists The Advancement through Pardons and Expungements eligible individuals with disabilities to develop career (APEX) program is dedicated to opening opportunities The Office of pathways and find employment that matches their to individuals with criminal histories by helping them Occupational and Labor skills and abilities. We work closely with employers, through the pardon or expungement process. If you Market Information providing access to resources to help diversify their are eligible, we can provide one-on-one counseling (OOLMI) is the key source organizations and meet today’s workforce demands through each step to help you apply. for information about utilizing the talents of individuals with disabilities. https://labor.delaware.gov/apex/ labor market conditions throughout the state. The office partners with the US Bureau of Labor Statistics Our services include student Pre-Employment (302) 333-7605 New Castle County to produce and disseminate a variety of economic Transition Services, Career Counseling, Training, On- (302) 233-6462 Kent & Sussex Counties statistics and reports. the-Job Supports, and Accommodations. Division of Major Publications We work towards the goal of economic self- UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE Division of sufficiency, greater personal independence, and an Monthly Labor Review - Quick facts about labor market INDUSTRIAL Applicant Services inclusive workplace. Our broad base programming trends, the civilian labor force, area unemployment The Division of Unemployment Insurance (UI) provides serves consumers over the age of 14 statewide. AFFAIRS rates, nonfarm employment, the consumer price index, unemployment benefits to eligible workers who become Servicios en español disponible en la oficina. and hours & earnings. unemployed through no fault of their own. They must The Division of The Delaware Office for the Deaf and Hard Industrial Affairs meet certain eligibility requirements, such as: Delaware Career Compass of Hearing (DelODHH) is committed to the (DIA) promotes • Earned a minimum amount of wages in Delaware A step-by-step guide to career planning for students. independence and equity of people who are Deaf and fairness and safety • Be able, available & looking for work each week Students assess their likes and abilities, then learn which Hard of Hearing by providing information, education, in the workplace through enforcement of laws that • Register with the Division of Employment & Training occupations may suit them. It also services, training, and advocacy. Please call protect workers and consultation programs for provides requirements and future An individual can apply for benefits online using any 302-504-4741 (Video Phone & Voice) for assistance. small businesses. We provide services through five projections for jobs in those occupations. computer with internet access. programs. The Disability Determination Services Unit (DDS) Delaware Wages is a state administered federal program that serves The Office of Workers’ Compensation administers Employer Services Annual employment and wage estimates Delawareans who are unable to work due to a and enforces state laws, rules and regulations Unemployment Insurance Tax Liability for about 500 different occupations, disability. DDS develops, adjudicates, and processes regarding industrial accidents and illnesses. All employers who have employees performing work produced at the state and county levels. within the State of Delaware must complete a form disability claims of residents for Social Security The Office of Safety & Health Consultation Statistics UC-1 (Report to Determine Liability). Once liability is Disability benefits regarding Social Security Disability Annual Economic Report provides free comprehensive on-site consultations determined, an employer UI Tax account will be Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income A comprehensive look at the for small high-risk businesses to identify potential established. (SSI). For more information about Social Security state’s economy and workforce hazards, improve safety management systems and Disability benefits, please visit www.ssa.gov during the previous year. assist in voluntary compliance with OSHA regulations. Unemployment Insurance Tax Reporting Liable employers are required to file tax forms UC8 & https://labor.delaware.gov/DVR The Office of Labor Law Enforcement (Wage and UC8A and pay tax assessments quarterly. The reports Delaware Occupation and Hour Unit) enforces wage payment laws, minimum are due 30 days after each quarter ends. Industry Projections wage laws, child labor laws, and other labor laws Projections of related to pay and working conditions. Unemployment Insurance Tax Rate Delaware industry New employers will receive the new employer tax rate and occupation The Office of Anti-Discrimination enforces workplace established for the year in which they became liable. employment levels ten civil rights laws by investigating, mediating and concil- Experienced employers will receive tax rates based on years into the future. iating employment discrimination and sexual harass- their employment history. It is published every ment complaints in partnership with the U.S. Equal other year. Employment Opportunity Commission. 5 https://labor.delaware.gov/divisions/ unemployment-insurance/ https://labor.delaware.gov/divisions/oolmi/ https://labor.delaware.gov/divisions/industrial-affairs/

Item 2. CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE ACTION FORM PROCEEDING: Council Committee of the Whole – Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Police SUBMITTED ON: February 16, 2023 PREPARED BY: Captain Aaron Dickinson, Administration Division Commander REVIEWED BY: David S. Hugg, III, City Manager and Lori Peddicord, Controller / Treasurer SUBJECT: COPS Technology Program Grant – City of Dover Camera System TIMETABLE: Project Review Creation and Final Design to Begin within five (5) days of approval RELATED PROJECT: FY23 Governor’s Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Funding ($1,709,949 Awarded) REFERENCE: Council Approval granted on 9/29/22 EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $600,000.00 AMOUNT BUDGETED: N/A FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): N/A STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the submission of the grant application for the $600,000 from the COPS Office. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS: The City-wide camera system has been a significant boost to solving public safety challenges for many years. In recent years, it had been difficult to find the resources to upgrade our current equipment that is advancing towards the end of its serviceable life. Expansion of the network was even harder to imaging for the same reasons. Fortunately, in February 2022, the Governor’s office became interested in using ARPA money to support an effective gun violence reduction strategy. The Dover Police Department, as a participating GVI partner, was offered an opportunity to submit a plan for the city. Based on the totality of the circumstances, a plan to update and expand the camera system made the most sense. As a onetime infusion of funding, it was felt that an investment in additional cameras, and other technology improvements, would return the most value in the prevention of, response to and/or investigation of gun violence in Dover. By August, we received word that the concept was favorably assessed and the full requested amount of 1.5 Million would be awarded. In addition, the Dover PD has attempted to take advantage of opportunities available under the Congressionally Directed Spending Request Application process. Former grant writer, Ms. Lisa Chase, consolidated project requests and city administration selected the projects to be forwarded to the Congressional Delegation. Over the last two years, the City has included the Outdoor Cameras Resolution project drafted in 2021 by the Police Department. We were not selected for 2022, but on January 3, 2023, notification was received that the project had been funded in the Federal Omnibus Bill. On February 10, 2023, the Police Department was notified that the funds would be made available through the COPS Technology Grant program and that an application outlining the project would need to be submitted in the Federal on-line grants system. This was another unexpected but very welcome development. 6

The plan developed in anticipation of the Governor’s ARPA/GVI initiative was designed to be both flexible and Item 2. expandable. As a result, the plan for this Omnibus funding is to continue the expansion of the city camera network within the framework of the existing project. Briefly stated, the current project updates existing camera locations with new cameras, expands the fiber network in the city for new camera locations, installs gear at those locations and provides extended warranty protection on the equipment to defer long term ownership costs to the city. With the addition of the $600,000 from this federal funding source, additional network locations already under consideration can be funded as well as improvements to the warranty program to further decrease the costs of ownership to the city. The exact amounts and proportions will not be known until progress is made on the first project. More information should be available within the next few months and will be communicated as it becomes available. Staff recommends accepting the $600,000 and the plan to update the city-wide camera network. 7

Department Grant Application Analysis Form Item 2. For Use in Evaluating Grant Opportunities General Information Department: Police Staff Contact: Chief Johnson Grant/Project Title: Citywide Camera System Brief Grant/Project Description: This was part of requested funds for several projects from the Federal Congressional Delegation. The project was submitted in 2021 without success and again in 2022 successfully. The project was part of a larger effort coordinated by city leadership. As an open-ended effort, we now react to the favorable selection and endeavor to strengthen our existing project. Application Information Due Date: 4/7/2022 New Related Grants: Recurring None. Anticipated Award Date: Unknown Anticipated Notification Date: Unknown Start Date: Unknown End Date: Unknown Award Amount: $600,000 Cash Reimbursement Approx. reimbursement turn-a-around time Unknown Council Approval Needed: Yes No Which apply? Match amount (Council approval is needed for grant projects > $50,000, when match amounts Project shortage equal or exceed $50,000, or when expressly required by the granting authority.) Other grant requirement Grant/Project Costs Match Budget Category Award Amt Match Amt Source Contractual 600,000.00 0.00 Not Applicable Equipment/Supplies Indirect Cost (ie, vehicle repairs, mileage, IT, 0.000.00 0.00 telephone) Personnel Additional Personnel/Overtime (Police Extra Duty) 0.00 Travel/Training 0.00 0.00 Other (ie, informant/buy money) 0.00 0.00 Total $600,000.000 $0.00 GRANT TOTAL $600,000.00 Award + Match 8

Item 2. Department Grant Application Analysis Form For Use in Evaluating Grant Opportunities Other Information 1. Are any of this project’s costs included in the City budget? Yes. Maintenance for the long term upkeep of the citywide camera program is funded in the Police Department general fund budget. 2. Are there any long-term costs or commitments? None, other than maintenance costs. 3. How will this program/project be funded after the grant expires? Long term maintenance costs will be budgeted by the Police Department. 4. What is the maximum amount of funds available from this funding source? Unknown 5. If the Department receives only a portion of the amount requested, how will the project be funded? Not Applicable 6. Are there other departments in the City eligible for this funding? Yes, other projects from other departments were requested during the same timeframe as this project. 7. Are other departments in the City willing to collaborate on this project? Yes, these funds were received as a result of a collaborative effort with city administration. 8. Will this project duplicate or compete with other services or programs provided by the City or other local agency? No. 9

Item 3. CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE ACTION FORM PROCEEDING: Council Committee of the Whole – Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Police SUBMITTED ON: February 16, 2023 PREPARED BY: Chief Thomas Johnson REVIEWED BY: David S. Hugg, III, City Manager and Lori Peddicord, Controller / Treasurer SUBJECT: COPS Hiring Program Grant – Three Police Officers TIMETABLE: Grant application was submitted in June 2022 and awarded in October 2022 RELATED PROJECT: N/A REFERENCE: Grant Funding EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $375,000.00 (Federal) $460,076.25 (Local Match) AMOUNT BUDGETED: N/A FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): N/A STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Approve the grant award of $375,000.00 in Federal funds from the COPS Office. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS: In essence, this grant partially funds three police officer positions, for three years, with a match coming from city funds. In June of 2022, during the final discussions of the FY23 City Budget, the Council desired to increase the Police Department’s authorized sworn strength by five positions (106 to 111) for the creation of a new Downtown unit. Unfortunately, funding was not available within the budget for all five positions, so alternatives were needed to achieve this goal. To that end, Councilman Anderson asked if there was any funding available through the COPS Hiring Program. In short, the answer was “yes.” The application process was still open, but nearing the deadline. With the City Manager’s approval, funding for three officers was requested in the application process. This number represented the balance required when the grant rules were viewed through the lens of available funds in the proposed FY23 budget. Subsequently, we were notified that the grant was approved and staff has been making preparations for implementation. The following is the breakout of the total costs for the three officers on the grant award over the grant’s three year funding period. The costs shown include salary and all benefits. Funding Source Amount Federal Grant $375,000.00 Local Budget (Match) 460,076.25 Grand Total $835,076.25 ACTION REQUESTED: Council approve the award of the COPS Hiring Program grant awarded on October 13, 2022 and agree to sustain Police Department sworn officer position funding authorizations at 109 positions through 9/30/27 in accordance with the COPS Hiring Program grant requirements. 10

Department Grant Application Analysis Form Item 3. For Use in Evaluating Grant Opportunities General Information Department: Police Staff Contact: Chief Johnson Grant/Project Title: 2022 COPS Hiring Program (CHP) Brief Grant/Project Description: Funding for three (3) additional sworn police officer positions. Costs include salary and benefit costs for three officers and requires a match from the local community. Application Information Due Date: 6/16/22 New Related Grants: Recurring None. Anticipated Award Date: 10/13/22 Anticipated Notification Date: 10/13/22 Start Date: 10/1/22 End Date: 9/30/26 Award Amount: $375,000 Cash Reimbursement Approx. reimbursement turn-a-around time Unknown Council Approval Needed: Yes No Which apply? Match amount (Council approval is needed for grant projects > $50,000, when match amounts Project shortage equal or exceed $50,000, or when expressly required by the granting authority.) Other grant requirement Grant/Project Costs Match Budget Category Award Amt Match Amt Source Contractual Equipment/Supplies Indirect Cost (ie, vehicle repairs, mileage, IT, 0.000.00 0.00 telephone) Personnel (three years’ salary & benefits) 375,000.00 460,076.25 General Fund Additional Personnel/Overtime (Police Extra Duty) 0.00 Travel/Training 0.00 0.00 Other (ie, informant/buy money) 0.00 0.00 Total $375,000.000 $460,076.25 GRANT TOTAL $ 835,076.25 Award + Match 11

Item 3. Department Grant Application Analysis Form For Use in Evaluating Grant Opportunities Other Information 1. Are any of this project’s costs included in the City budget? Yes. Match and retention costs for the three officers are included in the budget. 2. Are there any long-term costs or commitments? Yes. Sustainment of the three officers hired on the grant after the grant ends. 3. How will this program/project be funded after the grant expires? Local funds will be required to sustain the positions at least one year after the grant’s three year period. 4. What is the maximum amount of funds available from this funding source? $125,000 per officer hired officer for a three year period 5. If the Department receives only a portion of the amount requested, how will the project be funded? Not Applicable 6. Are there other departments in the City eligible for this funding? Not Applicable 7. Are other departments in the City willing to collaborate on this project? Not Applicable 8. Will this project duplicate or compete with other services or programs provided by the City or other local agency? No. 12

Item 4. ACTION FORM PROCEEDING: Council Committee of the Whole – Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Electric DATE SUBMITTED: February 8, 2023 PREPARED BY: Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Operations Superintendent SUBJECT: Evaluation of Bids - Hazard Response Services REFERENCE: N/A RELATED PROJECT: N/A REVIEWED BY: Dave Hugg, City Manager; Lori Peddicord, Controller; Paul Waddell, Electric Director EXHIBITS: Recommendation of award from Compliance Environmental EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: As required AMOUNT BUDGETED: None FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): Plant Operations Budget Environmental Expenses (410-42-80-99- 000-53043), Engineering Budget Environmental Expenses (410-42-26-99-000-53043); Transmission & Distribution Budget Environmental Expenses (410-42-82-99-000-53043) dependent on events requiring services. Can also be used for Public Works as required (402-41-69-99-000-53031) or CIP Project funding if applicable. TIMETABLE: Award upon Council Approval RECOMMENDED ACTION: Staff recommends awarding contract to Miller Environmental Group. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS The Electric Department maintains blanket contracts with potential contractors to ensure that the bidding rules are adhered to for any contractors that might be hired to perform work for the Public Works & Electric Departments. These contracts are priced as a “time and material” contract. This RFP is for Environmental Services work both in normal, emergency situations and as required by workload. This also includes cleanup activities, soil sampling, asbestos sampling, assistance in environmental compliance with numerous agencies and assistance in disposal, collection, and shipment of hazardous wastes. RFPs were solicited and advertised according to City Policy by the City’s Contract and Procurement Manager under Bid #23-0007EL, and the City received RFPs from only (1) one company. The submitted RFP is complete and the potential vendor is deemed to be capable and competent. Compliance Environmental has more experience in the field and was determined to be more experienced in environmental activities related to the electrical and public works arenas and conducted the analysis of the submitted RFP. Staff used work experience, emergency response time, total cost, geographical location, staff experience and training records as criteria for evaluating the proposal. Based on the evaluation of the submission, Compliance Environmental and City of Dover Electric Department recommend the award of the contract to Miller Environmental Group, Inc. Full explanation of RFP evaluation see attached PDF entitled COD-HazardResponseServicesAnalysis_020123. Expenditures to the current contractor for the last three Fiscal Years has been $16,472.74 ($4,908.49 in FY20, $8,029.79 in FY21 $3,534.46 in FY22) 13

Item 4. COMPLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. 150 SOUTH BRADFORD STREET, DOVER, DELAWARE 19904 PHONE: 302-674-4427 FAX: 302-674-4429 www.compliancecanhelp.com Science, Technology, Management February 1, 2023 Mr. Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services Superintendent City of Dover Electric Department 860 Buttner Place Dover, Delaware 19904 Reference: Contractor Hazards Response Services Bid Review, RFP 23-0007EL. Dear Mr. Burgett: Compliance Environmental, Inc. (CEI) is pleased to provide this summary of our review of the contractor bid received on January 25, 2023 for hazards response services. A single bid was received from a qualified contractor vendor, Miller Environmental Group, Inc., 538 Edwards Avenue, Calverton, NY (Miller). The bid documents required the contractors to provide details regarding costs, certifications, capabilities, past operational history and potential services for all City of Dover projects. Since there was only one bidder, we compared the costs of Miller’s 2017 bid with their current 2023 bid. Table 1. provides vendor information for two types of projects including emergency response services and scheduled services for a future contract with the City. Table 2. examines billing rates for both emergency response services and scheduled services. Table 3. provides a cost analysis for a typical project that involves emergency response services and Table 4. provides a cost analysis for a typical project using scheduled service rates. To evaluate costs using the Miller rates in their bid, we looked at two possible scenarios for a small transformer spill and large spill cleanup. The small transformer spill scenario was evaluated with nighttime (overtime) emergency rates and the large spill cleanup using scenario using daytime scheduled (non-overtime) rates. 14 Compliance Environmental, Inc. COD-HazardResponseServiceAnalysis_020123.wpd

Mr. Shawn Burgett Contractor Hazards Response Services Bid Review, RFP 23-0007EL. Item 4. City of Dover Electric Department February 1, 2023 Page 2 of 2 In summary, comparing the Miller rates in year 2017 with the current bid rates for the two scenarios, we calculated a cost difference as follows: Miller Miller Percentage Service Cost Difference 2017 Rates 2023 Rates Increase Emergency $ 23,968.65 $ 34,065.62 + $ 10,096.97 42 Response (Table 3.) Scheduled Services $ 46,609.25 $ 68,917.80 + $ 22,308.55 48 (Table 4.) This concludes our bid review for the contractor hazards response services bid received on January 25, 2023. If you have any questions or require additional information, please call our office at (302) 674-4427. Sincerely, COMPLIANCE ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. Valentino P. De Rocili, Ph.D., CHMM Senior Principal Consultant vderocili@compliancecanhelp.com Tables: 1. Vendor Submitted Information. 2. Non-Overtime Book and Discount Rates. 3. Emergency Response Cost Analysis. 4. Scheduled Services Cost Analysis. 15 Compliance Environmental, Inc. COD-HazardResponseServiceAnalysis_020123.wpd

Item 4. TABLE 1. Vendor Submitted Information. 16 Compliance Environmental, Inc. COD-HazardResponseServiceAnalysis_020123.wpd

Item 4. 02/01/23 CITY OF DOVER Hazards Response Services - RFP Number 23-0007EL Bid Analysis I. VENDOR SUBMITTED INFORMATION A B C CRITERIA BIDDING VENDOR NAME Miller (2017) Miller (2023) Emergency Response Time (Hours) 2.0 1.0 Delaware Waste Transporter Yes Yes Workers Comp EMR 0.850 0.870 Delaware Waste Storage Facility No No OSRO Contractor Yes Yes OSRO Emergency Response Time (Hours) 2 1 PERCENTAGE DISCOUNTS ( - ) Emergency Services Personnel 10% 0% Equipment 10% 0% Materials 0% 0% Scheduled Services Personnel 10% 0% Equipment 15% 0% Materials 0% 0% MARK-UP ( + ) Emergency Services Personnel 0% 3% Equipment 0% 3% Materials 15% 33% Rentals 15% 3% Subcontractors 15% 33% Fuel 5% 40% 17 Compliance Environmental, Inc.

Item 4. A B C CRITERIA BIDDING VENDOR NAME Miller (2017) Miller (2023) Scheduled Services Personnel 0% 3% Equipment 0% 3% Materials 15% 33% Rentals 15% 3% Subcontractors 15% 33% Fuel 5% 40% Road Tolls Added to Invoice Yes Yes LABOR RATES Standard Labor Rates 0700 to 1530, Monday through Friday 0800 to 1600, Monday through Friday Bid Bid 0800 to 1630, Monday through Friday Overtime Labor Multiplier Monday through Saturday 1.5 1.5 Sunday and Holidays 2.0 2.0 TERMS Invoicing Starts Portal-To-Portal Portal-To-Portal Invoicing for Items not Shown, Cost Plus % 20% 30% Minimum Hourly Charges per Man-Day 4.0 4.0 PER DIEM CHARGES Per Diem Charges Start Day Day Cost per Employee $50.00 $50.00 RESPONSE LOCATION: Response Location Smyrna, Delaware Dover, Delaware Hours Estimate from Dover (One Way) 0.5 n/a A B C CRITERIA BIDDING VENDOR NAME Miller (2017) Miller (2023) COMMENTS: Miller has added a 3% mark-up for each year of propsal. The 3% gets added to all items listed in the Standard Rate Book. 18 Compliance Environmental, Inc.

Item 4. TABLE 2. Non-Overtime Book and Discount Rates. 19 Compliance Environmental, Inc. COD-HazardResponseServiceAnalysis_020123.wpd

Item 4. 02/01/23 CITY OF DOVER Hazards Response Services - RFP 23-0007EL Bid Analysis II. NON-OVERTIME BOOK & DISCOUNTED RATES A B C D E RATES Miller (2017) Miller (2023) Book Rate BID RATE Book Rate BID RATE PERSONNEL & STAFF: EMERGENCY SERVICES RATES Project Manager $121.00 $108.90 $169.00 $174.07 Site Supervisor $105.00 $94.50 $147.00 $151.41 Equipment Operator $69.00 $62.10 $97.00 $99.91 Truck Driver $69.00 $62.10 $97.00 $99.91 Field Technician $64.00 $57.60 $85.00 $87.55 SCHEDULED SERVICES RATES Project Manager $121.00 $108.90 $169.00 $174.07 Site Supervisor $105.00 $94.50 $147.00 $151.41 Equipment Operator $69.00 $62.10 $97.00 $99.91 Truck Driver $69.00 $62.10 $97.00 $99.91 Field Technician $64.00 $57.60 $85.00 $87.55 EQUIPMENT: EMERGENCY SERVICES RATES Backhoe Loader, 1-CY $92.00 $82.80 $130.00 $133.90 Dump Truck, 10-Wheel $81.00 $72.90 $115.00 $118.45 Box Truck $46.00 $41.40 $62.00 $63.86 Vacuum Truck $88.00 $79.20 $124.00 $127.72 Stake Body/Utility Truck $46.00 $41.40 $65.00 $66.95 Pickup/Van/Crew Cab $18.00 $16.20 $25.50 $26.27 Bobcat Loader/Mini Excavator $58.00 $52.20 $82.00 $84.46 Bobcat Loader Sweeper Attachment $18.25 $16.43 $52.88 $54.46 20

Item 4. A B C D E RATES Miller (2017) Miller (2023) Book Rate BID RATE Book Rate BID RATE SCHEDULED SERVICES RATES Backhoe Loader, 1-CY $92.00 $78.20 $130.00 $133.90 Dump Truck, 10-Wheel $81.00 $68.85 $115.00 $118.45 Box Truck $46.00 $39.10 $62.00 $63.86 Vacuum Truck $88.00 $74.80 $124.00 $127.72 Stake Body/Utility Truck $46.00 $39.10 $65.00 $66.95 Pickup/Van/Crew Cab $18.00 $15.30 $25.50 $26.27 Bobcat Loader/Mini Excavator $58.00 $49.30 $82.00 $84.46 Bobcat Loader Seeeper Attachment $18.25 $15.51 $52.88 $54.47 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: EMERGENCY SERVICES RATES Level D Modified (Each) $46.00 $41.40 $65.00 $66.95 Level C Saranex (Each) $204.00 $183.60 $284.00 $292.52 SCHEDULED SERVICES RATES Level D Modified (Each) $46.00 $39.10 $65.00 $66.95 Level C Saranex (Each) $204.00 $173.40 $284.00 $292.52 MATERIALS: EMERGENCY SERVICES RATES 55 Gal Steel Drum, New (Each) $58.00 $66.70 $82.00 $109.06 Rolloff Box Poly Liner (Each) $46.00 $52.90 $65.00 $86.45 Absorbent Pads (Bale) $105.00 $120.75 $147.00 $195.51 Rags (20 Lb) $231.00 $265.65 $323.00 $429.59 Staydry (Bag) $23.00 $26.45 $32.00 $42.56 Absorbent Boom, 5in x 10ft x 4 Bale $139.00 $159.85 $193.00 $256.69 21

Item 4. A B C D E RATES Miller Miller Book Rate BID RATE Book Rate BID RATE MATERIALS: SCHEDULED SERVICES RATES 55 Gal Steel Drum, New (Each) $58.00 $66.70 $82.00 $109.06 Rolloff Box Poly Liner (Each) $46.00 $52.90 $65.00 $86.45 Absorbent Pads (Bale) $105.00 $120.75 $147.00 $195.51 Rags (50 Lb) $231.00 $265.65 $323.00 $429.59 Staydry (Bag) $23.00 $26.45 $32.00 $42.56 Absorbent Boom, 5in x 10ft x 4 Bale $139.00 $159.85 $193.00 $256.69 RENTAL: EMERGENCY SERVICES RATES Rolloff Box (Daily) $46.00 $52.90 $65.00 $66.95 SCHEDULED SERVICES RATES Rolloff Box (Daily) $46.00 $52.90 $65.00 $66.95 SUBCONTRACTORS: EMERGENCY SERVICES RATES Vacuum Extraction (Hourly) $105.00 $120.75 $147.00 $195.51 SCHEDULED SERVICES RATES Vacuum Extraction (Hourly) $105.00 $120.75 $147.00 $195.51 FUEL (Daily): EMERGENCY SERVICES RATES $200.00 $210.00 $200.00 $280.00 SCHEDULED SERVICES RATES $200.00 $210.00 $200.00 $280.00 ROAD TOLLS (Daily): $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 $100.00 NOTE: Rounding of rates in calculations. 22

Item 4. TABLE 3. Emergency Response Cost Analysis. 23 Compliance Environmental, Inc. COD-HazardResponseServiceAnalysis_020123.wpd

Item 4. 02/01/23 CITY OF DOVER Hazards Response Services - RFP Number 23-0007EL Bid Analysis III. EMERGENCY RESPONSE COST ANALYSIS Scenario: Small transformer spill (Nighttime-Overtime Rates): 8.0 Site Hours A B C D E Emergency Response Miller (2017) Miller (2023) OT Rate Extended OT Rate Extended Emergency Response Time Adder (Hrs) 2.0 1.0 Labor (1) Project Manager $163.35 $1,633.50 $261.11 $2,349.95 (1) Supervisor $141.75 $1,417.50 $227.12 $2,044.04 (1) Equipment Operator $93.15 $931.50 $149.87 $1,348.79 (1) Truck Driver $93.15 $931.50 $149.87 $1,348.79 (4) Field Technicians $345.60 $13,824.00 $525.30 $18,910.80 Equipment (1) Backhoe $82.80 $828.00 $133.90 $1,205.10 (1) Dump Trucks 10-Wheel $72.90 $729.00 $118.45 $1,066.05 (1) Stake Body Truck $41.40 $414.00 $66.95 $602.55 (2) Pickup Trucks $32.40 $648.00 $52.53 $945.54 Materials (20) 55 Gal Drums $66.70 $1,334.00 $109.06 $2,181.20 (4) Absorbent Pads (Bale) $120.75 $483.00 $195.51 $782.04 (1) Rags (20Lb) $265.65 $265.65 $429.59 $429.59 (20) Staydry (Bag) $26.45 $529.00 $42.56 $851.20 Bidder Total = $23,968.65 $34,065.62 24

Item 4. TABLE 4. Scheduled Services Cost Analysis. 25 Compliance Environmental, Inc. COD-HazardResponseServiceAnalysis_020123.wpd

Item 4. 02/01/23 CITY OF DOVER Hazards Response Services - RFP 23-0007EL Bid Analysis IV. SCHEDULED SERVICES COST ANALYSIS Scenario : Large spill or clean-up (Daytime-Non-Overtime Rates): 40.0 Site Hours Response Time: 5 Days Scheduled Services Miller (2017) Miller (2023) Std Rate Extended Std Rate Extended Site Response Time Adder (Hrs) Per Day 2.0 1.0 Labor (1) Project Manager $108.90 $5,445.00 $174.07 $7,833.15 (1) Supervisor $94.50 $4,725.00 $151.41 $6,813.45 (1) Equipment Operator $62.10 $3,105.00 $99.91 $4,495.95 (1) Truck Driver $62.10 $3,105.00 $99.91 $4,495.95 (4) Field Technicians $57.60 $11,520.00 $87.55 $15,759.00 Equipment (1) Backhoe $78.20 $3,910.00 $133.90 $6,025.50 (1) Dump Trucks 10-Wheel $68.85 $3,442.50 $118.45 $5,330.25 (1) Stake Body Truck $39.10 $1,955.00 $66.95 $3,012.75 (2) Pickup Trucks $15.30 $1,530.00 $26.27 $2,363.85 Materials (50) 55 Gal Drums $66.70 $3,335.00 $109.06 $5,453.00 (20) Absorbent Pads (Bale) $120.75 $2,415.00 $195.51 $3,910.20 (5) Rags (50Lb) $265.65 $1,328.25 $429.59 $2,147.95 (30) Staydry (Bag) $26.45 $793.50 $42.56 $1,276.80 Bidder Total = $46,609.25 $68,917.80 26

Item 1. CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE ACTION FORM PROCEEDING: Council Committee of the Whole (Utility) DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Water & Wastewater SUBMITTED ON: February 17, 2023 PREPARED BY: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater / Engineering Services REVIEWED BY: David S. Hugg, III, City Manager and Lori Peddicord, Controller / Treasurer SUBJECT: Evaluation of Bids – Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements TIMETABLE: Notice to proceed to be issued within thirty (30) days of Council approval. Project anticipated to be completed in one hundred and eighty (180) calendar days from issuance of Notice to Proceed, weather permitting. RELATED PROJECT: X REFERENCE: CIP- General Fund Projects EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $553,015 AMOUNT BUDGETED: $350,000 FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): Department of Public Works – Stormwater Division- CIP page 117, SW2305 Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements Account No.: 101-15-27-99-000-54031. Shortfall of funds will be covered by the surplus of funds from the Meeting House Branch Improvement Design Project, CIP ST2003, Account No: 101-12-18- 35-000-54030. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Award contract to Gateway Construction, Inc. for the Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements, ITB #23-0006PW, for $553,015. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS: This project, identified within the stormwater master plan, will upgrade the existing stormwater infrastructure that is upstream of Mirror Lake, including the eastern portion of the Dover Library parking lot. This area consistently floods with a moderate rain event in the city. This project will provide improved capacity and conveyance of stormwater in this area. Failure to improve this system could result in a future failure of the infrastructure and property damage. 27

Item 1. The bid was advertised to the public as an Invitation to Bid in accordance with the City’s purchasing policy by the City’s Purchasing Agent under ITB #23-0006PW. Bids were opened on January 10, 2022. The City of Dover received four (4) bids, with one (1) bid being non-responsive. The three (3) responsive bids are shown in the table below: EVALUATED CONTRACTOR LOCATION BASE BID PRICE GATEWAY CONSTRUCTION, INC. HARTLY, DE $553,015.00 $553,015.00 DIXON CONTRACTING. INC. DOVER, DE $895,204.00 $895,204.00 TEAL CONSTRUCTION, INC. DOVER, DE $920,085.00 $892,482.45* *Teal Construction, Inc. was awarded a three percent (3%) reduction due to local vendor preference. The shortfall will be covered by the following breakdown: Funding Description Current Spent / Savings / Requested Proposed Source Budget Encumbered Remaining Change Budget Remaining Bond Bill SW2305 – $350,000 $0 $0 $203,015.00 $553,015.00 Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements General – ST2003 – $707,500 $449,810.40 $257,689.60 ($203,015.00) $54,674.60 Streets Meeting House Branch Improvement City staff reviewed the submissions and found that Gateway Construction, Inc. bid met all requirements for the qualifications of the project. Staff recommends awarding the contract to Gateway Construction, Inc. in the amount of $553,015 for the Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements Project. 28

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Item 3. PETITION TO ANNEX AND REZONE PROPERTY Before the Dover City Council Committee of the Whole – Utility Committee February 28, 2023 File Number: AX-23-02 Ordinance Number: 2023-03 Applicant/ Owner of Christina L. Kelleher Record: Property Address: 273 Acorn Lane, Dover DE Tax Parcel ID #: ED-00-068.19-01-13.00-000 Lot Size: 0.611 acres +/- Present Zoning: RS-1 (Residential Single Family Zone) Proposed Zoning: R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) 2019 Comprehensive Category 1: High Priority Annexation Areas Plan Designation: 2019 Comprehensive Residential Medium Density Plan Land Use Category: Present Use: Single Family Detached Dwelling Proposed Use: Single Family Detached Dwelling Utility Availability: Electric: 273 Acorn Lane is currently served by City of Dover Electric. With any future redevelopment of the property, the electric service needs will be evaluated. The property owner will be responsible for any and all costs associated with the changes of electrical service needs related to any future redevelopment including extending and providing service upgrades to the proposed property. Water and Sanitary Sewer: 273 Acorn Lane is not served by City of Dover Water. 273 Acorn Lane is not served by Sanitary Sewer. The property owner has contacted the Department about 30

Item 3. the possible connection to these services. Water and Sanitary Sewer are available to this property. The property owner is responsible for any and all costs associated with changes to service needs for property including extending and providing service upgrades to the existing dwelling on the property, this will include an assessment of $40 per front foot of the property for sanitary sewer, which shall be paid by the property owner prior to connection. This may include tapping the sanitary sewer and water mains, connection to the building for both utilities, purchasing appropriately sized water meter and pit, paying impact fees, and obtaining permits. Staff Recommendation The Electric Department has no objection to the annexation. for AX-23-02: The Department of Water and Wastewater has no objection to the annexation. Attachments: • Location Map AX-23-02 • Property Plan of 273 Acorn Lane 31

City of Dover Application No.: AX-23-02 Item 3. Department of Planning & Inspections Ste vens ROS on Dr R-20 RG-2 rna Ln Suva R-10 l y Tr Part Tea Do RM-1 ve r Park R-10 l vd yB nar utio rn vol Aco Re Ln Site R-8 Ave oc k anc SH ROS R-8 R-20 Ave k ins Hop n Ln Nixo C er ir m Cly R-8 R-20 ROS R-20 R-8 R-8 cia Aca R-8 o Mah Pl RG-2 Sc y Girl RM-1 gan R-8 out L Pl n Tile: Lands of Christina L. Kelleher Ordinance #: 2023-03 Addresses: 273 Acorn Lane Legend Parcel ID: ED-00-068.19-01-13.00-000 Subject Property Existing Zoning: RS-1 (Residential Single Family Zone) Proposed Zoning: R-8 (One Family Residence Zone) Dover Boundary Owner: Christina L. Kelleher Zoning Date: 1/24/2023 Dover Parcels 0 150 300 600 Feet « Kent County Parcels 32

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Item 4. AFFORDABLE CONNECTIVITY PROGRAM CLOSING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE 34

Item 4. WHAT IS ACP? Affordable Connectivity Program Nationally - 18.1 Million households lack broadband because they cannot afford it The affordability disproportionately impacts Black and Latinx communities Funded through ARPA funding-to close the digital divide. ($14.2 Billion allocated) – Estimated 16.6 million households are eligible 35 2

Item 4. ACP IMPACT IN DELAWARE 370,953 total households 146,086 households are eligible for the ACP 72,592 total unconnected homes 36 3

Item 4. DOVER WAS ASKED TO PARTICIPATE, AND A COHORT WAS FORMED C O H O R T S TA R T E D I N N O V E M B E R City of Dover, Wilmington, Georgetown, Milford, and Seaford 37 4

Item 4. CITY OF DOVER . Total Population 39,403 Total Households 14,740 ACP Eligible 7,134 ACP Eligible and Non-Connected 2,162 Average Percent Unconnected 28% 38 5

Item 4. QUALIFICATIONS? eligibility • Their total income is at or below 200% of the Federal poverty level OR if at least one member meets any of the criteria listed below: • Participates in assistance programs: SNAP, Medicaid, Federal Public housing, SSI, WIC or lifeline • Is approved to receive benefits under the free and reduced- price school lunch program • Received a Federal Pell Grant in the current award year • Already meet the program for a participating broadband providers existing low-income program your ISP 39 6

Item 4. How is this accomplished? By providing a discount (up to) $30/month to the ISP of your choosing and an opportunity for a one-time discount of $100 towards the purchase of a connected device through a participating provider. C L O S I N G T H E D I G I TA L D I V I D E 40

Item 4. SUMMARY W O R K I N G W I T H O R G A N I Z AT I O N S W H O C A N AID US IN ACHIEVING OUR GOAL Dover Public Library IMA (Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance) Capital School District HOW CAN THEY ASSIST Holding sign up events of their own – assisting with City sign up events – providing volunteers – sharing information HOW WILL WE REACH OUR CUSTOMERS Our handouts can be done in any language – we have already requested, English, Spanish and Haitian Creole We will use social media, paper flyer distribution, churches, local media and you! Statewide press conference event to be held the week of March 20th. (date pending) OUR GOAL Close the digital divide, so anyone who wants to be connected, can be! 41 8

Item 4. THANK YOU! ANY QUESTIONS? Kay Sass +1 (302) 736-7003 k s a s s @ d o v e r. d e . u s W W W. C I T Y O F D O V E R . C O M 42

DOVER CI COUNCIL TO STABILIZE AND RES'fORE WATER QUALITY AND PREVENT REPEATED EFFECTS OF LAST YEARS SEVERE ALGAE CONTAMINATION Item 7. There is One Supreme Omnipotent Omnipresent Omniscient Almighty Unchanging Father GOD 1. Both purposes reasonable intent and also reason for immediate action. Regarding last years Silver lake in DO'ver en',.rrror.u-nental disaster in terms of en'..'rron..T.ental concerns noted herein this written unsolicited proposal to Mayor Christianson and Dover city council. For immediate necessary action. xgllrd~g the conversation with Mayor Christianson had in SAFEW AY. Regarding repeat this summer of last year's severe algal blooms circumstances. Covered the lakes surface like a mat of rotting green vegetation. That algal bloom noted can only be described by personal observations made as disgusting odorous and in fact sickening to smell. 2. Elevated nutrient levels go together with algal bloom contamination. Which causes serious health problems including release of toxins. That can kill fish and aquatic life it can also cause illness in people. Exposure to high levels of blue green algae and their toxins cause diarrhea, nausea, vomiting skin eye and throat irritation allergic reaction and breathing difficulties. For some fevers headaches and liver and nervous system issues have been attributed to these serious circumstances noted. Because some types of blue green algae produces harmful toxins even inhaling the rotting smell can cause respiratory effects difficulties much like hay fever symptoms 3. For the record while a 4 year college Fisheries Resources Management student I received over 300 credit hours of College instruction. From the late great Dr. Anthony Bodola and plant science schooling from the late great Dr Norman Dill under the chairmanship of the late equally great Dr. Ulysses Washington. Factually equips me with knowledge and skills relevant to proper diagnose of encountered. Significant health concerns and form timely workable solution to. 4. Address severe algal bloom problem encountered in 2022 recurrence in 2023. I am calling orr herein this documentation for. Timely immediate response acknowledgement by the City in a call to action. Regarding both purposes and intents expressed to prevent last years algal bloom at Silver lake in terms of what we all saw. A disgusting putrid sickening mess covering the surface of Silver lake last year. Which will recurred this year if remediation to prevent the recurrence does not take place immediately. Because a journey of a thousand miles starts with the first step. The first steps of restoration of a lake that in 1974. When I arrive at the Dover Air force base had a swimming area which permitted swimming in Silver lake. It has taken many years for the noted severe deteriorations to metastasis to unacceptable conditions noted herein 2022 circumstances . .~s~ ","'''''''''",----===--__,I.~_ _+~- ,\\\\\\~CPO 111111/ __ ~ __-_._!. Th~~~t~%engy~Dso help me G09-$.t-~SiON··i~;;~f'r:n and efore notary 2/17/2023 1f\11£~I.bU W ISl!:!I g;::./~~:\MY ~ \. -:; FEB 17 2023 ' ~~(~ ~ •.,. ~ \~ ~ ·jw~ fer:: ~ \. .bue" ~ ...~ § ~ .... \rz".~""~~ CEOF TIlE CITY CLERK ~ Ql ////:/'~ ..;... 06/0S <~"" n«;,':-,' 43 //I7}' £: Of '<\\\\ ~ 11111" 11'1\ I' !\\

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Item 8. From: Christiansen, Robin To: City Clerks Office; City Council Subject: Fwd: EXTERNAL: Email to Chief Thompson Date: Wednesday, February 22, 2023 3:59:49 PM Ladies and Gentlemen I hope this finds you all well. I am passing this Email on you as it seems this is becoming an issue of concern to our citizens. Thank you for your time Respectfully yours Robin Robin R. Christiansen Mayor City of Dover Begin forwarded message: From: jktwood@verizon.net Date: February 22, 2023 at 12:44:27 PM EST To: "Christiansen, Robin" <rchristiansen@dover.de.us> Subject: EXTERNAL: Email to Chief Thompson WARNING: This email originated from outside of the organization. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe. Robin, Please see the email that I sent Chief Thompson in reference to the motorcycle- quads that are taking over the streets of Dover. Thanks, Jim Chief, I was your next door neighbor when you lived on Bayard Ave. I am writing you in reference to a situation I'm sure you're well aware of. It is the dirt motorcycles and 4 wheelers taking over the streets of Dover. I have asked before and the answer i got was that the policy was to not pursue them in the interest of safety. On Saturday afternoon i was going west on Loockerman St and there was a City of Dover Patrol Car sitting in the Circle in front of Treadway Towers, as we got to the corner of Loockerman and Governors Ave, I would estimate there were 12 or more participants in a display of horror to the point where I had to pull to the curb to avoid getting hit. It is only a matter of time before someone gets seriously hurt or killed as a result of this activity. I had always seen on TV news in cities where these took place, but never thought Dover DE would allow this to reach the level that it has. I ask that you take some sort of action to curtail this ongoing terror and restore peace to the streets of Dover 45

Item 8. Thanks for all you and the Dept does, Jim Thistlewood 46