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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
September 26, 2005 - 7:30 P.M. - Council Chambers - City Hall - City of Dover
OPEN FORUM - 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO OFFICIAL MEETING (7:15 P.M.)
INVOCATION BY CHAPLAIN WALLACE DIXON
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
* CONSENT AGENDA
Those items on the Council Agenda which are considered routine and non-controversial shall be marked
with an asterisk (*) and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the 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.
* 1. Adoption of Minutes
A. Special Council Meeting of September 8, 2005
B. Regular Council Meeting of September 12, 2005
2. Presentation - City of Dover Medal - Matthew Lachapelle
3. Proclamation - Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15, 2005)
4. Proposed Resolutions
A. United Nations Month
B. Dedication/Naming of the West Side Recreation Facility - John W. Pitts Center
5. Public Hearing - Violation of the Dangerous Building Ordinance - 29 S. Governors Avenue
(Kevin T. Wayman, Jr.)
6. Reconsideration of Rezoning/One Year Limitation Expiration - First Reading
(Recommended that a Public Hearing be set for October 10, 2005 at 7:30 p.m.)
A. Property located at 650 Bay Road, owned by Robino-Bay Court Plaza, LLC. The
property was previously zoned SC-2 (Community Shopping Center) and is currently
zoned C-4 (Highway Commercial) Approved by Council on July 12, 2004
* 7. Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee Report - September 12, 2005
A. Revenue Forecasting - Mock Report
B. Code Review: Chapters 1-5 - Amendments (deferred)
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* 8. Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee Report - September 13, 2005
A. Stratford Place - Open Space Plan
9. Utility Committee Report - September 26, 2005
A. Annexation Requests (considered during the Utility Committee Meeting earlier in the evening):
a-1. Property located at 1325 S. State Street, 2.33+/- acres, owned by BF Real
Estate Ventures (Adoption of Resolution Setting Annexation Referendum for
October 27, 2005 - See Item #12-A)
a-2. Properties located at 1196 S. Governors Avenue, 1.08+/- acres, owned by
Francis G. and Barbara D. Powell (Adoption of Resolution Setting
Annexation Referendum for October 27, 2005 - See Item #12-B)
* 10. Monthly Reports - August 2005
A. Budget Report (July and August)
B. Chief of Police Report
C. City Assessor Report (July and August)
D. City Clerk/Alderman Report (Fines)
E. City Manager’s Report
F. Mayor's Report
G. Planning and Inspections Report
H. Robbins Hose Company No. 1 Report (July and August)
11. Evaluation of Bids - Street Sweeper
12. Annexation/Rezoning Request - First Reading
(Recommended for referral to the Planning Commission on October 17, 2005, that a Referendum be
held on October 27, 2005, and that a Public Hearing be set for November 14, 2005 at 7:30 p.m.)
A. Property located at 1325 S. State Street, 2.33+/- acres, owned by BF Real Estate Ventures.
The present zoning classification is RS-1 - Residential (Kent County) and the proposed
zoning classification is C/PO - Commercial/Professional Office (City of Dover)
B. Property located at 1196 S. Governors Avenue, 1.08+/- acres, owned by Francis G. and
Barbara D. Powell. The present zoning classification is RS-1 - Residential (Kent County)
and the proposed zoning classification is RM-1 - Medium Density Residence (City of Dover)
13. Council Members Comments
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THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS.
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
A Special Council Meeting was held on September 8, 2005 at 6:00 p.m. with Council President
Williams presiding. Council members present were Mr. Carey, Mr. Sadusky, Mr. Slavin,
Mr. Ritter, Mr. Hogan, Mr. Salters, and Mr. Ruane. Mr. Pitts was absent.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Horvath, Mrs. Mitchell, Deputy Fire Chief
Osika, Mr. DePrima, Mrs. Green, and Mayor Speed.
The invocation was given by Mr. Hogan, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously
carried.
DISCUSSION - RELIEF FOR HURRICANE AFFECTED STATES
Council President Williams stated that the Special Council Meeting had been called to allow
Council, as well as the public, to be informed of the National, State, and Local efforts in providing
hurricane Katrina relief. It was her hope to avoid another level of bureaucracy and, if necessary,
assist in determining how the City can coordinate their efforts.
Council President advised members that the Governor is preparing a Declaration of Emergency
which will enable the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to send evacuees to
Delaware. She noted that the Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) is expecting
100 evacuees to arrive at Dover Air Force Base on September 16, 2005. Partnerships are already
being formed with the American Red Cross, the Delaware National Guard, Delaware State and
Individual Housing Authorities, and the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services to
provide the platform for services.
Council President Williams advised members that any private citizen or organization wishing to
make a donation or volunteer services or housing needs should e-mail Mr. Matt Heckles from the
Delaware State Housing Authority (DSHA) in Wilmington at KatrinaRelief@dsha.state.de.us. She
noted that, as Executive Director of Aid in Dover, she has notified Mr. Heckles that 14 to 16
shelter and transitional living beds are available. Ms. Ami Sebastion-Hauer, Dover Housing
Authority, has advised her that 20 beds would be made available in public housing or Section 8.
Council President Williams also noted that the United States Department of Health and Social
Services Administration for Children and Families is currently collecting data on orphans and
displaced children. When the data is collected, those children will be placed throughout the
nation.
Chief Horvath advised members that the Dover Police Department is unable to send any officer
to Louisiana, Mississippi, or Alabama at this time due to the NASCAR races being held
September 23rd through the 25th. He noted that all City officers and numerous officers from
throughout Delaware are utilized to manage the 200,000 additional people in the City for race
weekend.
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Chief Horvath noted that Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC) is the conduit for
all official requests for resources for Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama. They are currently
requesting that States refrain from sending officers at this time; however, Delaware will compile
a group of officers to respond sometime in October. Officers who volunteer will be put on a 14
day rotation with travel days at both ends of the rotation. Chief Horvath stated that he has officers
interested in volunteering and he will offer assistance to other departments wishing to send officers
to the hurricane affected states.
Mr. Steve Sax, Electric Director, stated that the City has a long-term transformer contract with
a company in Lowell, Mississippi and he has released 200 transformers being held in stock for the
City of Dover for use by the storm victims. He advised members that Delaware Electric Coop
sent 30 men, approximately half of their crew, to Mississippi and he has offered to be a backup
for them while their crews are gone. Mr. Sax stated that, due to the size of the Electric
Department, they could not send a crew to help; however, he has asked DEMEC to coordinate
with the City and other municipalities to organize crews to volunteer when it is appropriate.
Mr. Sax noted that any expenses related to helping would be reimbursed by FEMA up to
approximately 95%.
Deputy Fire Chief Osika advised members that, in coordination with DEMA and the National
Association of Fire Chief’s, the Fire Department is coordinating any personnel, supplies, turn-out
gear, hose, and fire fighting tools to send to volunteer fire departments in need of equipment. He
noted that they will send crews of two (2) volunteers once DEMA determines where there is a
need. Additionally, the Robbins Hose Company plans to hold a “fill the boot” campaign during
the upcoming race weekend to raise funds for the National Volunteer Fire Council to help
volunteer fire departments in need.
Mr. Salters advised members that Reverend Gloria Cherry will have 18-20 dormitory units
available in December. He also called Mr. Joe Burden, a local landlord, who indicated he had
four (4) or five (5) units available; however, he may expect to be paid. Mr. Salters stated that he
would be happy to help with the coordination of efforts.
Mr. Salters suggested that Council members could donate one (1) months pay to the hurricane
victims. Mr. Hogan stated that he would be willing to donate one (1) month’s salary. Mr. Slavin
stated that he felt charity was a very personal thing and members should agree in principal that
they will do what they can. He noted that these people would need help in finding jobs and would
need friends and mentors. Mr. Slavin suggested reaching out and adopting one of the families in
the community. Council President Williams also noted that grief counseling would probably be
necessary for the children.
Mr. Ruane felt that the best way to help would be to assist any evacuees that relocate to Dover,
either by providing mental health counseling, clothing, City services, etc. He suggested setting
aside the vehicles slated for the City’s upcoming public auction and making them available to
hurricane victims relocating to Dover.
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Mr. Ruane moved to hold the vehicles slated for the auction and make them available to
evacuees in the county. The motion was seconded by Mr. Ritter and carried by a unanimous
roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
Mr. Hogan suggested that the contact information provided to members should be posted on the
website for those interested in donating or volunteering. Mr. Slavin suggested making that
information available to the Library and Police Department since they have longer operating hours
and may get calls after regular City hours.
Mr. Ruane stated that he would like to have a briefing by the Emergency Management Coordinator
scheduled in the near future. He indicated that he was deeply concerned that the City’s evacuation
plan may not provide for citizens without transportation and he suggested that the City may want
to coordinate with the Capital School District to use their buses in the case of an emergency
evacuation. Mr. Hogan stated that he would schedule a presentation for the Safety Advisory and
Transportation Committee. Mr. DePrima advised members that the City would rely heavily on
DEMA in catastrophic situations.
Mr. Ritter moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Carey and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 6:43 P.M.
JANICE C. GREEN
CITY CLERK
All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Special Meeting of
September 8, 2005, are hereby approved.
STEPHEN R. SPEED
MAYOR
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
The Regular Council Meeting was held on September 12, 2005 at 7:30 p.m. with Council President
Williams presiding. Council members present were Mr. Carey, Mr. Sadusky, Mr. Slavin, Mr. Ritter,
Mr. Hogan, Mr. Salters, and Mr. Ruane. Mr. Pitts was absent.
Council staff members present were Police Chief Horvath, Ms. Russell, Mrs. Mitchell, Mr. DePrima,
City Solicitor Rodriguez, Mrs. Green, and Mayor Speed.
OPEN FORUM
The Open Forum was held at 7:15 p.m., prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting.
Council President Williams declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that
Council is not in official session and cannot take formal action.
Mr. Richard Schneider, Newark, Delaware, stated Kent County Levy Court recently passed a
Resolution opposing the capping of the toxic waste at the duPont Edgemoor site. He noted that, due
to public concern, the duPont Company has finally proposed to spend money to clean up their highly
toxic production to reduce the toxins. Mr. Schneider stated that the Environmental Protection
Agency (EPA) has rated the Edgemoor site the number one toxic producing plant in the United
States. He also advised members that the duPont Company was recently found liable for damages
related to their DeLisle, Mississippi plant. Mr. Schneider stated that his goal was to inform the
people about the toxic problems at the plant, clean up the toxic waste that has been produced, and
to make duPont clean up the process so they do not produce the toxins.
The invocation was given by Chaplain Dixon, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the agenda as presented, seconded by Mr. Salters and
unanimously carried.
Mr. Ritter requested that item #9, Confirmation of Anthony DePrima as Acting Director of Planning
and Inspections, and item #10, Appointment of Search Committee for Director of Planning and
Inspections, be removed from the consent agenda.
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the consent agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Salters
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF AUGUST 22, 2005
The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of August 22, 2005 were unanimously approved
by motion of Mr. Carey, seconded by Mr. Salters and bore the written approval of
Mayor Speed.
CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION - FLEISCHER'S BAKERY
The following Certificate of Recognition was read into the record by Mayor Speed:
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WHEREAS, after World War II Mr. and Mrs. Fleischer opened their first bakery in Rehoboth then
moved to Dover in 1956; and
WHEREAS, Fleischer’s Bakery has been a trusted and dependable business on Governor’s Avenue
in downtown Dover for nearly 50 years; and
WHEREAS, since the untimely passing of Mr. Fleischer in 1970, Mrs. Fleischer and her daughters
have spent countless hours keeping the family run business open; and
WHEREAS, the Fleischer’s commitment to provide delicious, quality baked goods to the citizens
of Dover has made Fleischer’s Bakery a landmark in our community; and,
WHEREAS, it is deemed an honor and a privilege to present this Certificate of Recognition to
Fleischer’s Bakery The City of Dover acknowledges the tremendous contribution the Fleischer
Family has made to our community and extends best wishes on all of your future endeavors.
Mayor Speed presented Mrs. Fleischer with the Certificate of Recognition and thanked her for all
that she has done for the downtown area and the City of Dover. Mrs. Fleischer thanked members
for the recognition and credited her husband with starting the bakery, which has been their family’s
“home” for many wonderful years.
UTILITY COMMITTEE REPORT - AUGUST 22, 2005
The Utility Committee met on August 22, 2005, with Chairman Carey presiding.
Cooperative Agreement with Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) for Voluntary
Curbside Recycling
In September 2005, the Delaware Solid Waste Authority (DSWA) will begin offering voluntary
curbside recycling in Kent County. This is an expansion of the program that has been active in New
Castle County for over a year. In New Castle County there are 4,316 customers using this service,
with the average customer recycling 26 lbs. per week. Customers pay $6 per month for the service
unless they are served by a waste hauler who partners with the DSWA and offers a discount.
Members were provided a letter dated June 13, 2005 from the DSWA requesting that the City of
Dover enter into a partnership similar to the partnerships that DSWA has with private haulers in New
Castle County. In this proposal, the City of Dover would act as the enrolling and billing agent for
the program and, in exchange, the DSWA would reduce the household charge from $6 to $4. The
DSWA would run the program, including providing recycling containers and bags, educational and
promotional programs, and weekly pickup. The DSWA recycling pickup days would be the same
as our trash pickup.
Mr. DePrima indicated that a curbside recycling program would probably increase recycling usage
in Dover because some residents do not participate using the igloos; however, they would pay for
curbside recycling because of its convenience. It is also assumed that more people would use the
program if the cost was $4 per month rather than $6 per month. The increased recycling usage will
reduce the City's landfill costs. In addition to this savings, there would be five (5) fewer trips taken
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to the landfill, which would reduce gas and truck maintenance costs. It would also save five (5)
hours of travel time which allows additional hours of operations in the City. These cost and labor
savings would more than make up for the costs involved in enrolling participants and adding the fee
to our existing utility bills.
Mr. DePrima advised members that the DSWA is willing to offer a pilot program for one year at
$4.00 per month for each customer, with the goal of obtaining 500 customers. If that goal is not
achieved, the matter will be re-evaluated. The customers will be notified of any price change and
will be provided the opportunity to discontinue the service. Mr. DePrima stated that once approved,
the City would be responsible for signing up customers and notifying the DSWA to begin recycling
pickup. The assigned pickup days for residents will not change, both household and recycle trash
will be managed the same day.
The committee recommended that the City enter into a cooperative agreement with DSWA for a
pilot voluntary curbside recycling program with the rates ($4 per month, per household) being in
accordance with the letter dated June 13, 2005, with the understanding that the DSWA would have
the option to re-evaluate the pricing only after one (1) year if the minimum customer base of 500 is
not achieved, and provide the customers the option to opt out if the price for the service increases.
Mr. Carey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation, by consent agenda,
seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
Update - Division Street Water Main Upgrade
Mr. Koenig provided members an update on the Division Street Water Main Upgrade, explaining
that the initial scoping of the project provided for the work to begin at State Street and continue
across U.S. 13 to the rear of Edgehill Shopping Center. There was a 16" main installed in the early
1990's that came in from the Water Treatment Plant. Currently there are two (2) older mains in State
Street: the original water system main, installed approximately 1881-1883, which remains in
service; and 2) a larger diameter main. Both of these lines are cast iron. Staff has been developing
a reasonable alignment that would put the new water main in an advantageous location for both the
State of Delaware and City of Dover and reduces potential impact from vibration, traffic, etc.
Mr. Koenig stated that staff has concluded that with the tightness of the right-of-way and the other
utility lines located in the right-of-way, digging work will begin along the southern side, immediately
adjacent to the old water line. Once Council approved the time and material contract with George
& Lynch, a scoping meeting was held to review the location of the line, estimated construction
schedule, and the ability to install the line to be completed before the paving program. All the
necessary permits should be obtained by the end of this week to allow construction to proceed.
Mr. Koenig advised members that DelDOT wishes to begin the paving project in this area by
mid-September. Therefore, it is imperative that the City begin this project immediately, which is
what staff has been and will continue to work towards.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for acceptance of the Utility Committee Report,
seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
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SPECIAL PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT REPORT -
AUGUST 23, 2005
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee met on August 23, 2005, with
Chairman Sadusky presiding.
Presentation - West Side Recreation Center Study
Mr. Zach Carter, Parks and Recreation Director, provided a Power Point presentation of the proposed
West Side Recreation Center. Mr. Carter advised members that staff met with various organizations
in an effort to inform them of the project and to gain support. He noted that the Greater Dover
Committee has been researching quality of life issues, including conducting community focus groups
led by trained facilitators. The result of this research identified recreational needs for children and
families as one of the greatest priorities for greater Dover.
Mr. Carter stated that Kent County Levy Court has set aside $300,000 for this project; Dover Downs
has committed to $100,000; and The Longwood Foundation and The Welfare Foundation have
awarded $250,000 and $50,000, respectively; however, those funds are contingent upon the City of
Dover raising all the funding necessary to allow the project to proceed as planned by
December 31, 2005, at which time, if the contingencies have not been met, the City would need to
reapply for the funds.
Mr. Carter advised members that the goal for the project is approximately $2.9 million, with a
secured revenue to date of $1.7 million. The $1.3 million gap can be narrowed to $800,000 by
downscaling the building, fund-raising through naming rights and a Community Transportation Fund
to pave the parking lot.
Staff presented options for the Westside Recreation Center and recommended beginning the design
in conjunction with Kent County, reserving $300,000 of the FY05 excess fund balance, evaluating
full funding/financing at the mid-year review, further exploring partnerships with Kent County and
the Boys and Girls Clubs, and requesting Community Transportation Funds from area legislators.
During the committee meeting, Mr. Ritter suggested placing a non-binding question on the ballot
for the April 2006 Municipal Election to determine if residents are in favor of the Westside
Recreation Center. He stated that he would like to have the support of the constituents before
moving forward. Mr. DePrima responded that this concept was designed with respect to the results
of the referendum. He stated that the size and cost have been reduced significantly.
Mr. Ruane recommended that the project be bonded, with the understanding that the City would
dedicate the unbudgeted $400,000 “in lieu of tax” money to this project and that the “in lieu of tax”
money would be used as a dedicated funding stream for as many years as needed to pay off the
bonded indebtedness. Mr. DePrima stated that it was his understanding that the local legislators
would like to have a permanent funding source for the County Seats. He noted that he anticipates
$600,000 in “pay in lieu” funds this year.
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The committee recommended that the City finance $1M through a bond issue and use $500,000 of
this years’ “in lieu of tax” money, with the understanding that the bonded indebtedness would be
paid for with $500,000 of the annual “in lieu of taxes” for as many years as necessary to pay it off.
Mr. Sadusky moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation. The motion failed for the
lack of a second.
Mr. Ruane moved to authorize the City Manager to begin design and construction of the West Side
Recreation Center, as proposed, and that the Finance Director be directed to solicit proposals for a
$500,000 tax exempt loan, backed by a letter of credit, and that the indebtedness be paid with funds
received from the State of Delaware for payment in lieu of taxes and that the Finance Director be
directed to transfer the pay in lieu of tax receipts to the Parkland Reserve and to budget accordingly
for the Revised FY 06 and FY07 budgets. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sadusky.
Mr. Ritter moved to amend the motion to place the question of the West Side Recreation Center
project on the ballot for the next municipal election as a non-binding referendum. The motion to
amend failed for the lack of a second.
The motion to authorize the City Manager to begin design and construction of the West Side
Recreation Center, as proposed; that the Finance Director be directed to solicit proposals for
a $500,000 tax exempt loan, backed by a letter of credit; that the indebtedness be paid with
funds received from the State of Delaware for payment in lieu of taxes; and that the Finance
Director be directed to transfer the pay in lieu of tax receipts to the Parkland Reserve and to
budget accordingly for the Revised FY 06 and FY07 budgets was carried by a roll call vote of
six (6) yes, two (2) no (Mr. Ritter and Mr. Slavin), and one (1) absent (Mr. Pitts).
SAFETY ADVISORY AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT -
AUGUST 23, 2005
The Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee met on August 23, 2005, with Chairman Hogan
presiding.
Approval of Letter to Secretary Hayward - Delaware Department of Transportation
During their Regular Meeting of July 26, 2005, Mr. Gary Laing, DelDOT Municipal Liaison, advised
members that Secretary Hayward sent letters to municipalities, counties, chambers of commerce, etc.
regarding DelDOT’s current fiscal situation. He noted that Delaware’s rapid growth, along with
construction costs escalating at a rate much higher than the consumer price index and traditional
funding sources, has strained the State’s resources. Mr. Laing also advised members that DelDOT
has not yet received anticipated federal highway funds, which is typically $125M. The committee
recommended that City Council respond to the letter submitted by Secretary Hayward dated July 18,
2005, specifically by going on record acknowledging their financial dilemmas and providing a
prioritization list of projects for the City of Dover. It was felt that the South Governors Avenue
Improvements would be the City’s major concern at this time and that DelDOT should be
encouraged to continue maintenance and repair on those State owned roadways located in the City
limits.
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Members reviewed a draft letter to Secretary Hayward and recommended that it be amended by
inviting Secretary Hayward to attend the next committee meeting rather than a representative of his
department.
The committee recommended approval of the letter, as amended. Mr. Hogan advised members that
Council had reviewed and approved the letter; therefore, it would be amended and sent without
further action by Council.
Briefing on DelDOT Projects - Gary Laing
Due to the absence of Mr. Laing, members were provided a written update on DelDOT projects.
Members requested Mr. DePrima, City Manager, to determine the status of the special appropriation
of Bond Bill money for the signalization project and to ascertain the requirements for the Federal
funding 20% match.
Review for Endorsements of Projects - Fire Marshal’s Office
The Fire Marshal, Mr. David Truax, stated that he was interested in bringing the following issues
forward for review:
Procedure for Adoption of Fire Codes
Currently, the City automatically adopts the National Fire Protection Association Code. Mr. Truax
suggested reviewing the Code, especially the sections used frequently by the City, prior to its
adoption.
Amendment to the Open Burning Ordinance
The current ordinance is vague and deals primarily with grills on balconies. Mr. Truax would like
to amend the ordinance to deal with outdoor fireplaces and commercial grills.
Fines for Hitting Utility Lines
Mr. Truax advised members that approximately once a month, a gas line is hit by a contractor. He
noted that Title 16 specifies steps that must be taken prior to digging, such as calling Miss Utility
to locate buried lines; however, there is no provision for imposing fines when the proper steps are
not taken. Mr. Truax also noted that jurisdiction issues are not addressed in Title 16.
Automatic External Defibulator (AED) Ordinance
Mr. Truax stated that he would like to require places of assembly, both existing and new
construction, to have Automatic External Defibulators (AED’s) on the premises in the event that a
patron suffers cardiac arrest. He suggested allowing ample time after the ordinance is adopted for
businesses to comply.
Sprinkling of Townhouses
Mr. Truax advised members that he would like to require sprinklers in townhouses. He noted that
a townhouse fire usually affects the initial unit, as well as the adjoining units. Mr. Truax stated that
an ordinance of this nature would help reduce the time and expense related to the Robbins Hose
Company’s response to fires.
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Mr. Galvin, Director of Planning and Inspections, stated that some developers are considering the
installation of sprinklers in townhouses and using that feature as a marketing tool for their properties.
Mr. Truax noted that the City of Newark requires the sprinkling of one and two family residences,
townhouses, and commercial properties. Mr. Link suggested mandatory hard-wiring of the
sprinklers in townhouses.
It was the consensus of members that proposed ordinances could be brought forward for
consideration. They requested staff to provide more specific information on the sprinkler issue, such
as where sprinklers are currently required, etc.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for acceptance of the Safety Advisory and
Transportation Committee Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll
call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
SPECIAL TAX APPEALS COMMITTEE REPORT - SEPTEMBER 6, 2005
The Assessment Appeals Committee met on September 6, 2005. Members present were Councilmen
Ruane (Chairman), Salters, and Sadusky.
Corrections - Errors in Approved Assessment Register
Members reviewed the proposed corrections resulting from errors in the approved assessment
register indicating a total adjustment from $29,174,000 to $21,083,200. These figures include two
(2) properties which were tabled pending more information as follows:
205 W. Division Street - Original value $185,300, Proposed value $29,800
122-128 W.Division Street - Original value $176,100, Proposed value $31,000
The committee recommended approval of the Corrections - Errors in Approved Assessment Register
for the purpose of incorporating the adjustment into the City’s Tax Rolls.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the committee’s recommendation,
seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for acceptance of the Special Tax Appeals Committee
Report, seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE REPORT -
SEPTEMBER 12, 2005
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met on September 12, 2005, with
Chairman Salters presiding.
Evaluation of Bids - Police Station Second Floor Expansion - Server Room HVAC System
During the committee meeting held earlier this evening, members considered Evaluation of Bids for
the Police Station Second Floor Expansion - Server Room HVAC System. Members were advised
that the Police Department is in the process of completing numerous technology upgrades which
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have been in the planning and development stages for many years, including an 800 MHz radio
system ($557,264), an upgrade to the 911 telephone system (approximately $481,153), and a new
statewide CAD system (statewide cost of $2.7 million for seven of nine 911 centers). These projects
are fully funded by grants and are valued at over $1 million. In order to provide adequate
infrastructure in terms of space and climate control to support these projects, staff proposed a Second
Floor Communications Center as a 2007 CIP project, which would provide a server room to meet
this need; however, the current HVAC system is not adequate to handle the additional area
designated for the new technology systems and a supplemental system is proposed.
Staff was recently notified that the Building Access Control System project (PD0601), which was
originally approved in the General Fund for $77,340, will be funded by a grant and are therefore
requesting that the money be reallocated to the Second Floor - Communications Center project
(PD0603) for a Liebert unit model VH125A-CAE0, HVAC system. The reallocation will allow the
Police Department to complete the necessary HVAC work ($62,500). Pricing also includes all
control wiring, refrigeration and condensate piping, necessary crane, rigging and supervision,
drawing fees, structural and mechanical reviews inspection, all required ductwork (6 return air inlets
and 12 supply air outlets), one year warranty from the date of purchase, and a four year limited
manufacturer warranty on the refrigeration compressor. The remaining $14,840 of the allocation
would be to complete electrical work and fire suppression work originally included in the FY 2007
Second Floor - Communications Center.
Staff is requesting that this purchase be made using the sole vendor justification due to the time
constraints associated with providing a climate controlled area by September 2005 month's end, costs
savings, and continuity of service. The current HVAC service provider is Service Unlimited of New
Castle County, the only vendor staff has found certified by Trane to make repairs at a reasonable rate.
Supplementing the existing service contract would be more cost effective than adding another
service provider and paying for additional Level 1 service. The Police Department requires a Level
1 service contract which provides 365 day emergency service on a priority basis.
Staff recommended approval of the reallocation of $77,340 from Project PD0601 (Building Access
Control System) to Project PD0603 (Second Floor - Communications Center); approval of Service
Unlimited of New Castle as a sole source vendor for installing a Liebert HVAC system for $62,500;
and approval of the revised CIP sheets.
The committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation.
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the reallocation of $77,340 from Project PD0601 (Building
Access Control System) to Project PD0603 (Second Floor - Communications Center); approval
of Service Unlimited of New Castle as a sole source vendor for installing the HVAC system for
$62,500; and approval of the revised CIP sheets, as recommended by the committee. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Carey and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts
absent).
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Evaluation of Bids - Police Station Second Floor Expansion - Police Station Emergency Power
Generator
During the committee meeting held earlier this evening, members considered the Evaluation of Bids
- Police Station Second Floor Expansion - Police Station Emergency Power Generator. Members
were advised that eEarlier this spring, staff evaluated the Police Station’s electrical circuitry and
loads as part of the planning process for the Second Floor Expansion project; more specifically the
requirements imposed for the heating and air conditioning (HVAC), as well as the extra power
needed to sustain the 911 communications and Motorola radio rooms located within the new server
room area. During this review, it was learned that there would be a significant increase in the
electrical load that would have to be carried by the emergency generator. As a result, staff reviewed
the existing requirements, validated the current requirements powered by the generator and measured
the additional requirements imposed by the new additional space on the second floor. The analysis
confirmed that the existing generator is insufficient to carry the full load of all the requirements.
Based on the electrical review performed by a City electrician, staff determined that an upgrade in
generator models from the 100KW Kohler to a 200KW Kohler generator was necessary and would
be more than sufficient to handle the additional planned load imposed by the Second Floor
Expansion Project, as well as additional future requirements. This project is the crucial piece in the
implementation of the various related radio and computer system projects because this generator
provides the backup power to the building during emergency power outages. The 911 dispatch
center cannot function properly without power in an emergency situation, so City-wide public safety
would be adversely affected if this project is not approved. This project was not included in the
City's Capital Investments Program (CIP) because it was not known until May 2005 that the current
generator could not support the additional emergency power requirements of the building.
Staff advised members that there is an excess of approximately $50,000 in Weapons of Mass
Destruction (WMD) grant funds available that could be redirected for this emergency equipment
purchase. In addition, staff is working on securing the balance of the funds from this source for this
project. In the event that this funding source is unavailable, other grant funding alternatives would
be pursued. Staff is certain that no City funds will be needed for this purchase; however, a slight
increase in maintenance and utilities costs is expected.
Staff requested bids based on the following basic specifications for the generator and this project:
Replacing the existing 100KW Kohler natural gas standby generator with a new 200KW
Kohler natural gas standby generator and modifying, upgrading, or replacing existing
generator support facilities as required.
The contractor, in coordination with the Police Department, will disconnect and remove the
existing generator and place the generator on a trailer supplied by the City for use elsewhere
in the City.
The contractor will provide a temporary standby generator during the period the existing
standby generator is disconnected until the new generator is installed.
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Staff requested quotes from three different vendors; however, all proposals are now being reworked
to include "Statement of Work" specifications. Therefore, a specific vendor cannot be selected at
this time.
Staff recommended, due to time constraints, approval of the project and its implementation and
authorization to allow the Police Department to select one of the vendors once the final bids are
received, not to exceed $126,182 of grant funding.
The committee recommended approval of staff’s recommendation.
Mr. Salters moved for approval of the project and its implementation and authorization to
allow the Police Department to select one of the vendors once the final bids are received, not
to exceed $126,182 of grant funding as recommended by the committee. The motion was
seconded by Mr. Hogan and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
Mr. Salters moved for acceptance of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration committee’s
report, seconded by Mr. Hogan and unanimously carried.
EVALUATION OF BIDS - REQUEST TO PURCHASE - 25 CUBIC YARD SELF
CONTAINED LEAF VACUUM
The Department of Public Works is requesting to purchase one (1) 25 Cubic Yard Self Contained
Leaf Vacuum through the City's Purchasing Agent. This equipment will be mounted on an existing
truck chassis to be used for the leaf collection operation. Bids were received as follows:
Company Location Model Bid Amount
ODB Richmond, VA ODB, Model SCL800SM $28,067.00
Granturk Equipment Co. Bridgeport, PA Giant Vac $24,840.00
Based on a review of the bids, the Department of Public Works is recommending rejection of the low
bid and acceptance of the second low bid. The low bid unit does not meet the unit specified in
several areas. Staff recommended awarding a purchase order to ODB in the amount of $28,067 for
the purchase of one (1) 25 Cubic Yard Self Contained Leaf Vacuum. Staff will prepare a budget
amendment to move $67 from another project or purchase to bring this purchase within budget.
Currently, all of the City’s leaf collection equipment is supplied by ODB, and staff's
recommendation is based upon the City’s operating history with the ODB leaf vacuum unit, as well
as providing continuity of stocking parts for repairs to the unit, availability of purchasing parts for
the ODB fleet, continuity in training from the City's Fleet Maintenance staff, and the ability to have
outside repairs for the ODB fleet done locally.
Mr. Carey moved to award a purchase order to ODB in the amount of $28,067 for the
purchase of one (1) 25 Cubic Yard Self Contained Leaf Vacuum, as recommended by staff.
The motion was seconded by Mr. Sadusky and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts
absent).
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EVALUATION OF BIDS - GENERIC SUBDIVISION SIGN FOUNDATIONS
The City of Dover Department of Public Works has overseen the construction of a number of
subdivision signs over the past several years. Staff created a generic template for these signs and the
associated foundation and brickwork. In July 2005, a bid package was prepared for a multi-year
contract to construct signs that are being funded by area legislators. The bid package included four
locations for Fiscal Year 2006; however, the bid evaluation is based on the unit price offered by the
contractor.
Only one (1) contractor submitted a bid for the work. The sole bidder was Falasco Masonry, Inc.
from Camden, Delaware. The unit price bid was $5,470 for Fiscal Year 2006. The bid can be
extended into Fiscal Year 2007 and Fiscal Year 2008 by adding a 5% increase to the unit price for
material and other associated costs. Staff is requesting approval of the unit price for this work due
to the fact that area legislators may fund more than the original four locations, and the expectation
is to spend more than $25,000 if additional locations are funded. In addition, exercising the option
years would make the value of this contract more than $25,000.
Staff recommended awarding the contract to Falasco Masonry, Inc. to construct generic subdivision
sign foundations for a unit price of $5,470 for Fiscal Year 2006 and to authorize staff to exercise the
option years for Fiscal 2007 and 2008 for an increase of 5% per year for materials and other
associated costs.
Mr. Carey moved for approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by Mr. Sadusky and
carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
CONFIRMATION OF ANTHONY DEPRIMA AS ACTING DIRECTOR OF PLANNING
AND INSPECTIONS
Due to the absence of a Director of Planning and Inspections, Council President Williams
recommended that Mr. DePrima, City Manager, be appointed as Acting Director to oversee the
department until a Director is hired.
Mr. Ritter felt that the City Manager should not be required to assume additional responsibilities.
He reminded members that during previous similar circumstances, Ms. Melson had served as the
Acting Director and that she did an excellent job.
Mr. Ritter moved to appoint Ms. Dawn Melson as Acting City Planner. The motion failed for lack
of a second.
Mr. Ruane noted that the City Manager has provided an interim plan for the Planning and Inspections
Department and felt that Mr. DePrima has planned appropriately, explaining that the City Manager’s
role would be minimal in the everyday activities.
Mr. DePrima advised members that Ms. Melson is doing an excellent job. Due to the fact that she
is currently the only planner in the department and will be providing assistance in training a new
planner, it would not be reasonable to assign her the interim position as well.
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Mr. Hogan moved to confirm Mr. Anthony DePrima as the Acting Planning Director during
the interim period until a director is selected. The motion was seconded by Mr. Carey and
carried with seven (7) yes, one (1) no (Mr. Ritter), and one (1) absent (Mr. Pitts).
APPOINTMENT OF SEARCH COMMITTEE FOR DIRECTOR OF PLANNING AND
INSPECTIONS - COUNCIL PRESIDENT WILLIAMS, COUNCILMEN HOGAN, RUANE,
AND SALTERS, AND MAYOR SPEED
With the recent resignation of Mr. Galvin, it is necessary to appoint a Search Committee for the
Director of Planning and Inspections. Council President Williams had requested volunteers from
members. As a result of the responses received, Council President Williams requested that in
addition to herself, the Councilmen Hogan, Ruane, and Salters, and Mayor Speed serve on the
Search Committee for the Director of Planning and Inspections.
Mr. Ritter moved to have the top three (3) candidates interviewed by the full council, seconded
by Mr. Carey and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
Mr. Hogan moved to approve the appointment of the Search Committee for a Director of
Planning and Inspections, seconded by Mr. Sadusky and unanimously carried.
APPOINTMENTS BY MAYOR SPEED
Downtown Dover Development Corporation - Dover Parking Authority Representative -
Thomas Smith (To Fill the Unexpired Term of Lyle Demarie) - Term to Expire April 23, 2006
Mayor Speed requested the appointment of Mr. Thomas Smith to the Downtown Dover
Development Corporation, as the Dover Parking Authority Representative, to fill the unexpired term
of Lyle Demarie (term to expire April 23, 2006).
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the appointment of Mr. Thomas Smith
to the Downtown Dover Development Corporation, as the Dover Parking Authority
Representative, as recommended by Mayor Speed. The motion was seconded by Mr. Salters
and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts absent).
Dover MPO Public Advisory Commission - Reappointment of Prameela Kaza - Two (2) Year
Term to Expire July 2007
Mayor Speed requested the reappointment of Ms. Prameela Kaza to the Dover MPO Public Advisory
Commission for a two (2) year term to expire July 2007.
By consent agenda, Mr. Carey moved for approval of the reappointment of Ms. Prameela Kaza
to the Dover MPO Public Advisory Commission, as recommended by Mayor Speed. The
motion was seconded by Mr. Salters and carried by a unanimous roll call vote (Mr. Pitts
absent).
COUNCIL MEMBERS COMMENTS
There were no Council Member comments.
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Mr. Slavin moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Sadusky and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 8:03 P.M.
JANICE C. GREEN
CITY CLERK
All orders, ordinances, and resolutions adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of
September 12, 2005, are hereby approved.
STEPHEN R. SPEED
MAYOR
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PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the City of Dover is committed to ensuring the safety and security of all
those living in and visiting our city; and
WHEREAS, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has documented through
its research a significant increase in home candle fires, even as most other causes of home
fires have steadily declined; and
WHEREAS, Dover’s first responders are dedicated to reducing the occurrence of home
fires and home fire injuries through prevention and protection education; and
WHEREAS, taking proper care with candles will have a positive effect on the home fire
problem; and
WHEREAS, each candle fire that is prevented in Dover is an opportunity to prevent
painful injury and costly property damage; and
WHEREAS, the 2005 Fire Prevention Week theme, “Use Candles with Care”, effectively
serves to remind us all of the simple actions we can take to stay safe during Fire
Prevention Week and year-round.
NOW, THEREFORE, I, STEPHEN R. SPEED, MAYOR, OF THE CITY OF DOVER,
DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim October 9-15, 2005 as
Fire Prevention Week
and urge all citizens to heed the important safety message of Fire Prevention Week 2005,
and to support the efforts of our fire and emergency services.
STEPHEN R. SPEED
Mayor
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RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the United Nations charter came into force on October 24, 1945; and
WHEREAS, the United Nations has grown from 51 member nations to 191 presently; and
WHEREAS, the UN Security Council has authorized 59 peacekeeping operations around the
world since 1948, including 16 current missions; and
WHEREAS, the UN Commission on Human Rights was established under the Economic and
Social Council to monitor the observance of human rights around the globe; and
WHEREAS, the UN International Court of Justice decides disputes between countries; and
WHEREAS, the UN Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and other specialized
agencies have promoted greater tolerance and understanding between peoples and nations; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Dover Human Relations Commission is consistent with the
UN’s commitment to preserving peace and achieving justice through cooperation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover,
Delaware that the month of October 2005 shall be recognized as
United Nations Month
and all citizens are urged to support the UN’s goals of greater tolerance and understanding
between peoples and nations, and the promotion of mutual understanding and respect.
ADOPTED: September 26, 2005
STEPHEN R. SPEED BEVERLY C. WILLIAMS
Mayor Council President
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Members of City Council
FROM: Beverly C. Williams, Council President
Robert M. Sadusky, Chairman of the PR&CE Committee
DATE: September 20, 2005
SUBJECT: Proposed Resolution - Dedication of West Side Recreation Center
September 26, 2005 Council Meeting
In recognition of his untiring commitment, dedication, patience, and persistence in providing an
indoor recreational facility for the City of Dover, we are requesting that Members of City Council
adopt a Resolution officially dedicating (and naming) the new West Side Recreation Facility in
honor of Councilman John W. Pitts.
As a reminder, during the Regular Council Meeting of September 12, 2005, members authorized
the building of a new West Side Recreation Center. Many of us know the time and effort given
by our colleague, John Pitts, in making this dream of providing an indoor recreational facility for
our citizens, most particularly our youth. We feel that the dedication is most deserving and
request your support.
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Mr. Carter, Parks and Recreation Director
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RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, John W. Pitts has served the citizens of the City of Dover as a resident, educational
sports instructor, coach, a member of City Council, and friend for many years; and
WHEREAS, when first elected to City Council in May 1990, John W. Pitts was appointed to serve
as a member of the Parks, Recreation and Community Enhancement Committee, having done so for 13
years, seven (7) of which he served as Chairman; and
WHEREAS, the development of recreational facilities has been a topic of concern in the City of
Dover since 1987, and many studies have concluded that an overwhelming need exists for the construction
of an indoor recreational facility; and
WHEREAS, John W. Pitts has proven to be a leader with determination and perseverance and an
extraordinary devotion in promoting a healthy environment for our youth, teens, young adults, and seniors
to participate in recreational activities designed especially for them.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover
hereby honors the commitment and vision of John W. Pitts by dedicating and naming the new West Side
Recreation Facility to be known as the
“ JOHN W. PITTS CENTER”
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that appropriate signs of identification be prepared and installed
so designating the facility as “ JOHN W. PITTS CENTER” and that once the construction of the facility
is complete, an appropriate date and time shall be set for a program of dedication and invitations sent to
John W. Pitts and family, the Mayor and Members of City Council, friends, and citizens requesting their
presence during the dedication ceremony.
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STEPHEN R. SPEED BEVERLY C. WILLIAMS
MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT
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PETITION TO DECLARE A STRUCTURE DANGEROUS AND ORDER
ITS REPAIR, VACATION, CLOSURE OR DEMOLITION IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY OF DOVER BUILDING
REGULATIONS
Hearing Before the Dover City Council
Owner: Kevin T. Wayman Jr.
Property Location: 29 S Governors Avenue
Property Description: Two Story Wood Frame Structure w/ Detached Garage
Declared Dangerous: May 19, 2003
Dangerous Conditions: Property has been left vacant and unattended for more than
three months. Weather and lack of maintenance are
accelerating deterioration of the building. Extensive
exterior and interior damage requiring repair. Fire damage.
Present Zone: RG-1 General Residence
Est. Demolition Cost: $10,000 to 12,000
Staff Recommendations:
In accordance with the Dangerous Building Ordinance I recommend that the City Council
1) Declare this property Dangerous.
2) Order the property repaired or demolished by October 28, 2005 by the owner or
equity owner at their own risk.
3) Order the Building Inspector to cause the repair or demolition of the structure if
not completed by the owner or equity owner within the (10) days of the date set
by Council.
4) Order the City Manager with the assistance of the City Solicitor to cause the
cost of repairs or demolition to be charged against the land on which the
building exists as a municipal lien or cause such cost to be added to the tax
duplicate as an assessment, or to be levied as a special tax against the land upon
which the building stands or to be recovered in a suit at law against the owner.
Photos Of The Property In Question Will Be Shown At The Hearing
Cc: Nick Rodriguez – Legal Review
Janice Green
Demolition File
Building File
Kevin A. George
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September 9, 2005
Kevin T. Wayman Jr.
47 Forest Creek Dr.
Dover, Delaware 19904
Lien Holders
Kent County Taxes James E. Howlett Attn: Kristi Doughty
PO Box 802 1431 New Burton Rd PO Box 617
Dover, Delaware 19903 Dover, Delaware 19904 Odessa, Delaware 19730
New Jersey Mortgage and Investment Corp.
5 Becker Farm Road
Roseland, New Jersey 07068
Attn: Robert K. Beste Jr. Attn: Thomas D. H. Barnett
921 North Orange Street Draper & Goldberg PLLC
PO Box 1489 512 East Market Street
Wilmington, Delaware 19899 Georgetown, Delaware 19947
RE: 29 S Governors Avenue, Dover DE 19904
Case# 03-1004
Dear Mr. Wayman Jr.:
This letter is to inform you that a public hearing is scheduled by City Council on September 26, 2005 at
7:30 P.M. in the Council Chambers at City Hall. This hearing will afford you the opportunity to show
cause as to why 29 S Governors Avenue should not be demolished in accordance with the notice sent May
20, 2003 and August 4, 2005.
This property has been duly posted as legally prescribed by the ordinance and all other interested parties
will be notified as required.
If you have any questions, please contact this office at (302) 736-7011.
Sincerely,
Ronald L. Coburn Jr.
Inspector II
Cc:
City Solicitor
Janice Green
File
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NOTICE
August 4, 2005
Kevin T. Wayman Jr.
47 Forest Creek Dr.
Dover, DE 19904
Lien Holders
Kent County Taxes James E. Howlett Attn: Kristi Doughty
PO Box 802 1431 New Burton Rd. PO Box 617
Dover, Delaware 19903 Dover, Delaware 19904 Odessa, Delaware 19730
New Jersey Mortgage and Investment Corp.
5 Becker Farm Road
Roseland, New Jersey 07068
Attn: Robert K. Beste Jr. Attn: Thomas D.H. Barnett
921 North Orange Street Draper & Goldberg PLLC
PO Box 1489 512 East Market Street
Wilmington, Delaware 19899 Georgetown, Delaware 19947
RE: 29 S Governors Ave. Dover, DE 19904
Case # 03-1004
Dear Mr. Wayman:
The Department of Inspections Office of the City of Dover has inspected the structure located at
29 S Governors Avenue, Dover DE 19904, on May 15, 2003 and found the building to be in
violation of the Dangerous Building Ordinance of the City.
The structure is in a serious state of disrepair and presently vacant and unfit for occupancy.
There are several code violations such as rotted timbers, falling ceilings, broken windows and
extensive deterioration. The structure is a fire hazard and a danger to the residents in the
surrounding area. The code violations are listed below:
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Sec 5-86 (d) Those which have been damaged by fire, wind or other causes so as to have
become dangerous to life, safety, morals, or the general health and welfare of the
occupants or the people of the City of Dover.
Sec 5-86 (e) Those which have become or are so dilapidated, decayed, unsafe, insanitary or
which so utterly fail to provide the amenities to decent living that they are unfit
for human habitation, or are likely to cause sickness or disease, so as to work
injury to the health, morals, safety or general welfare of those living therein.
Sec 5-86 (f) Those having light, air, and sanitation facilities which are inadequate to protect
the health, morals, safety, or general welfare of human beings who live or may
live therein.
Sec 5-86 (h) Those which have parts thereof which are so attached that they may fall and
injure members of the public or property.
Sec 5-86 (i) Those which because of their condition or use are unsafe, insanitary, or dangerous
to the public health, morals, safety or general welfare of the people of this city.
Sec 5-86 (j) Those buildings existing in violation of any provisions of the building code of this
city, or any provision of the fire prevention code, or other ordinances of this city.
Sec 5-86 (l) Those buildings which are left unoccupied and unattended for periods of three (3)
months or more such that decay is being accelerated by natural or
manmade causes or which may be attracting trespassers and vagrants
increasing the probability of fire and danger to human life.
This letter is to notify you that this structure must be repaired or demolished within thirty (30)
days of receipt of this letter or we will be forced to report your non-compliance to the City
Council. The Council will then set a date and time for a public hearing to afford you the
opportunity to appear and show cause why this building should or should not be repaired or
demolished. The person or entity receiving notice by the Building Inspector shall have the right
to appeal his decision directly to Council and have a hearing conducted in accordance with the
provisions of Section 5-90 before Council, provided that the notice of appeal is filed with the
City Clerk no later than five (5) days after receiving notice from the Building Inspector.
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This property has been duly posted as legally prescribed by the ordinance and all other parties
will be notified as required. Please call (302) 736-7011 between 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM if you
have any questions concerning this correspondence.
Sincerely,
Ronald L. Coburn Jr.
Inspector II
cc: James Galvin, AICP, Director/Planning and Inspections
Janice Green - City Clerk
Lien Holders
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FIRST READING
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 650 BAY ROAD
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 C-4 (Highway Commercial) to SC-2 (Community Shopping
Center).
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 C-4 to SC-2 on that property located at 650 Bay Road, owned by Robino-Bay Court
Plaza, LLC.
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LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE
The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting was held on September 12, 2005,
at 5:30 p.m. with Chairman Salters presiding. Members present were Mr. Hogan, Mr. Slavin,
Mr. Shevock, and Mr. Shelton. Members of Council present were Mr. Carey, Mr. Sadusky,
Mr. Ruane, and Council President Williams. Mayor Speed was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Hogan moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Slavin and unanimously
carried.
Evaluation of Bids - Police Station Second Floor Expansion - Server Room HVAC System
The Police Department is in the process of completing numerous technology upgrades which have
been in the planning and development stages for many years, including an 800 MHz radio system
($557,264), an upgrade to the 911 telephone system (approximately $481,153), and a new statewide
CAD system (statewide cost of $2.7 million for seven of nine 911 centers). These projects are fully
funded by grants and are valued at over $1 million. In order to provide adequate infrastructure in
terms of space and climate control to support these projects, staff proposed a Second Floor
Communications Center as a 2007 CIP project, which would provide a server room to meet this
need; however, the current HVAC system is not adequate to handle the additional area designated
for the new technology systems and a supplemental system is proposed.
Staff was recently notified that the Building Access Control System project (PD0601), which was
originally approved in the General Fund for $77,340, will be funded by a grant and are therefore
requesting that the money be reallocated to the Second Floor - Communications Center project
(PD0603) for a Liebert unit model VH125A-CAE0, HVAC system. The reallocation will allow the
Police Department to complete the necessary HVAC work ($62,500). Pricing also includes all
control wiring, refrigeration and condensate piping, necessary crane, rigging and supervision,
drawing fees, structural and mechanical reviews inspection, all required ductwork (6 return air inlets
and 12 supply air outlets), one year warranty from the date of purchase, and a four year limited
manufacturer warranty on the refrigeration compressor. The remaining $14,840 of the allocation
would be to complete electrical work and fire suppression work originally included in the FY 2007
Second Floor - Communications Center.
Staff is requesting that this purchase be made using the sole vendor justification due to the time
constraints associated with providing a climate controlled area by September 2005 month's end, costs
savings, and continuity of service. The current HVAC service provider is Service Unlimited of New
Castle County, the only vendor staff has found certified by Trane to make repairs at a reasonable rate.
Supplementing the existing service contract would be more cost effective than adding another
service provider and paying for additional Level 1 service. The Police Department requires a Level
1 service contract which provides 365 day emergency service on a priority basis.
Staff recommended approval of the reallocation of $77,340 from Project PD0601 (Building Access
Control System) to Project PD0603 (Second Floor - Communications Center); approval of Service
Unlimited of New Castle as a sole source vendor for installing a Liebert HVAC system for $62,500;
and approval of the revised CIP sheets.
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LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION
COMMITTEE MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 12, 2005 PAGE 2
Mr. Slavin moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by
Mr. Shelton and unanimously carried. It was noted that, due to time constraints, staff requested
that this matter be considered during the Council Meeting later this evening for final approval.
Evaluation of Bids - Police Station Second Floor Expansion - Police Station Emergency Power
Generator
Earlier this spring, staff evaluated the Police Station’s electrical circuitry and loads as part of the
planning process for the Second Floor Expansion project; more specifically the requirements
imposed for the heating and air conditioning (HVAC), as well as the extra power needed to sustain
the 911 communications and Motorola radio rooms located within the new server room area. During
this review, it was learned that there would be a significant increase in the electrical load that would
have to be carried by the emergency generator. As a result, staff reviewed the existing requirements,
validated the current requirements powered by the generator and measured the additional
requirements imposed by the new additional space on the second floor. The analysis confirmed that
the existing generator is insufficient to carry the full load of all the requirements.
Based on the electrical review performed by a City electrician, staff determined that an upgrade in
generator models from the 100KW Kohler to a 200KW Kohler generator was necessary and would
be more than sufficient to handle the additional planned load imposed by the Second Floor
Expansion Project, as well as additional future requirements.
This project is the crucial piece in the implementation of the various related radio and computer
system projects because this generator provides the backup power to the building during emergency
power outages. The 911 dispatch center cannot function properly without power in an emergency
situation, so City-wide public safety would be adversely affected if this project is not approved. This
project was not included in the City's Capital Investments Program (CIP) because it was not known
until May 2005 that the current generator could not support the additional emergency power
requirements of the building.
Staff advised members that there is an excess of approximately $50,000 in Weapons of Mass
Destruction (WMD) grant funds available that could be redirected for this emergency equipment
purchase. In addition, staff is working on securing the balance of the funds from this source for this
project. In the event that this funding source is unavailable, other grant funding alternatives would
be pursued. Staff is certain that no City funds will be needed for this purchase; however, a slight
increase in maintenance and utilities costs is expected.
Staff requested bids based on the following basic specifications for the generator and this project:
Replacing the existing 100KW Kohler natural gas standby generator with a new 200KW
Kohler natural gas standby generator and modifying, upgrading, or replacing existing
generator support facilities as required.
The contractor, in coordination with the Police Department, will disconnect and remove the
existing generator and place the generator on a trailer supplied by the City for use elsewhere
in the City.
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The contractor will provide a temporary standby generator during the period the existing
standby generator is disconnected until the new generator is installed.
Staff requested quotes from three different vendors; however, all proposals are now being reworked
to include "Statement of Work" specifications. Therefore, a specific vendor cannot be selected at
this time. Bids were received as follows:
U.S. Tech - $104,081 – This vendor has dealt with the Electric Department in the past and
has apparently worked out well. Staff has been advised that this is an “open ended” bid
which would reward the contractor for being late.
Electric Unlimited Inc. - $122,134 - They are the electric side of the company who we are
trying to get sole vendor source justification on for the HVAC. It is a known vendor with
a good reputation and has been working well with us and for us.
Deltronics - $126,182 – This vendor is unfamiliar to the Police Department.
Chief Horvath thanked Mr. Mike Adkins and Mr. Bill Morrow of the 436th Civil Engineering
Squadron, Dover Air Force Base, for their pro bono assistance in writing the technical specifications
for this project, as well as evaluating the project proposals received from all three vendors. Chief
Horvath noted that he sincerely appreciated their expert assistance with this project and thanked
Dover Air Force Base for allowing their support to the department.
Staff recommended, due to time constraints, approval of the project and its implementation and
authorization to allow the Police Department to select one of the vendors once the final bids are
received, not to exceed $126,182 of grant funding.
Mr. Hogan moved to recommend approval of staff’s recommendation, seconded by
Mr. Shevock and unanimously carried. It was noted that, due to time constraints, staff requested
that this matter be considered during the Council Meeting later this evening for final approval.
Revenue Forecasting - Mock Report
During their Regular Meeting of August 8, 2005, the committee considered Revenue Forecasting and
opportunities for improving forecasting for revenues. Members suggested that staff provide
quarterly Revenue Forecast Reports to be reviewed by members of Council during their first
Meetings in the months of October, January, April, May, and June. For the first three meetings, the
reports would contain information on the previous quarter and then be reviewed on a monthly basis
just prior to and during the budget review. The reports would be presented directly to Council and
would provide members the opportunity to give staff direction for developing the next year’s revenue
projections. Prior to scheduling the presentation of the reports to Council, members requested that
staff develop a mocked up report based on the committee discussions, utilizing real time figures, to
be presented to the committee at their next meeting. It was suggested that staff include footnotes
giving explanations for any increases or decreases for further clarification.
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Mrs. Mitchell, Finance Director, reviewed with members the Mock Revenue Forecasting Report.
The committee took no further action. (City Clerk’s Office Note: These reports will be scheduled to be
presented to members of City Council during their first meetings in the months of October, January, April,
May, and June).
Code Review - Chapters 1-5 - Amendments
Members began a Comprehensive Review of the City Code of Ordinances. The City Clerk,
Mrs. Green, explained that the process for the reviews will include members of City Council,
committee members, department and division heads, as well as secretaries/administrative assistants.
The City Clerk will provide Sections of the Code for their review and recommendations in advance
of the committee meeting to allow for one document, to be inclusive of all recommendation and
comments to be provided to members for their review. Once the committee has conducted their
review and has made recommendations, the City Clerk's Office will prepare the necessary ordinance
amendments which will be presented as attachments to the committee minutes when reported to City
Council for their approval. The ordinances would then be presented to Council for a First Reading,
and then forwarded for the Final Reading and adoption.
The City Clerk provided recommendations for amending Chapters 1-5 of the Dover Code. After
consulting with the Finance Director/Treasurer, Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. Green requested that the
recommendation to delete Division 4 - Finance Director, of Chapter 2 - Administration, Article IV -
Officers and Employees, be removed. Staff recommended approval of the Proposed Amendments
to Chapters 1-5 of the Dover Code, as amended.
Mr. Ruane noted that the Model City Charter contained wording that would be very appropriate for
use during the review of the Code. He stated that it would be helpful to have a parallel column
comparing the City’s current Code with the recommendations in the Model City Charter and
recommended that action not be finalized until members review the comparable sections in the
Model City Charter. Mrs. Green reminded members that the 2005 Charter Review Committee was
in the process of reviewing the Charter and that the LF&A Committee was reviewing the Code.
Mr. Ruane felt that the Charter Review Committee will find that many items in the Charter would
be more appropriately placed in the Code since it is easier to amend the Code than the Charter. He
also noted that there are rules regarding the conduct of meetings, executive sessions, etc., that there
is no reference to in the Charter or Code that he felt should be included.
Responding, Mr. Slavin noted that the examples provided regarding open meetings, executive
sessions, etc., are mandated by State law and felt that the City should refrain from including
repetitive requirements.
Mrs. Green suggested at this time, since the City recently completed a recodification of the Code of
Ordinances, that members review the Code to amend those items, such as the typographical errors
and items which conflict with current policies and procedures. Once the Charter Review Committee
has completed their review and Council has acted on their recommendations, then perhaps there
would be a need to consider further Code amendments.
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Mr. Hogan noted that the proposed amendments to Chapter 1-5 of the Code are minor. He suggested
that staff include these amendments with the next scheduled set of amendments to be presented to
members for consideration during their next meeting. This would allow additional time for those
that did not have an opportunity to review these Chapters and submit their comments.
Mr. Hogan moved to defer action on Chapters 1 - 5 of the Code until the next meeting,
seconded by Mr. Slavin and unanimously carried.
Mr. Slavin moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Shelton and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 6:16 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Reuben Salters
Chairman
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PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT
The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee meeting was held on
September 13, 2005, at 12:00 p.m. with Chairman Sadusky presiding. Members present were
Mr. Ruane, Mr. Long, and Mr. Truitt. Mr. Pitts was absent. Mr. Carey was also present.
AGENDA ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Mr. Ruane moved for approval of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Truitt and unanimously
carried.
Neighborhood Open Space - Stratford Place Apartments: Request for Partial Cash-in-Lieu
of Recreation Area Construction
In accordance with Article 5, Section 10, Subsection 10.16 of the Zoning Code, all residential
developments shall provide recreational areas in a size equal to 275 square feet per dwelling unit,
or one-half acre of land, whichever is greater. However, in no case shall the City require more than
10% of the gross area of the development be so dedicated or reserved when the gross area is greater
than five (5) acres.
Members reviewed an active recreation plan and a request for cash-in-lieu of recreation area for the
Stratford Place Apartments, located on the south side of North Little Creek Road between Acorn
Lane and SR1, which consists of three apartment buildings; a total of (72) dwelling units, on 4.7+/-
acres. Ms. Melson of the Planning and Inspections Department reviewed the Active Recreation Plan,
noting that the plan proposes an area of open space totaling 0.2382 acres. The Plan includes a
playground structure, swing set, benches, horseshoe pits, and an open lawn area. Due to the space
available on the development parcel and the number of units within the apartment complex, the
applicant is requesting the opportunity to make a cash donation in lieu of a portion of the required
Active Recreation Area. Members reviewed a Summary Appraisal Report for the property at
1462 North Little Creek Road, which identifies the final value estimate of the property to be
$101,000 per acre. According to the City Tax Assessor’s Office, the property was reassessed at
$75,750.00 per acre. For the .5 acres of land that is required for this area, the request is to provide
0.2382 acres for the Active Recreation Area and offer a cash-in-lieu donation for the remaining
0.2617 acres, which would result in a cash donation in the amount of $26,431.70.
Staff recommended approval of the following for the Active Recreation Plan and Request for
Cash-in-Lieu of Recreation Area Construction (woodland, wetland, and stormwater facilities):
1. As related to the recreation area components to be constructed:
a. Change the placement of at least one of the benches near the horseshoe pits to a
location in closer proximity to the sidewalk (accessible path).
b. Add or relocate evergreen landscape plantings to create a barrier between the west
side of the stormwater management facility and the playground area. A fence could
also be added to separate these two areas.
c. Adjust placement of Red Maple trees to create a large open lawn area in the
southwest corner of the property. An adjustment in the tree placement could
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provide increased opportunities for shading of the benches near the playground area
and the horseshoe pits area.
2. The applicant should be aware of the requirements for construction phasing of the recreation area
as associated with the development of the residential units.
Article 5 §10.6 Construction Phasing. The recreation and open space areas
shall be completed in a proportion equal to or greater than the proportion
of residential dwelling units completed, except that one hundred (100)
percent of the recreation and open space areas shall be completed prior to
issuing building permits for the final twenty (20) percent of the dwelling
units proposed. Building permits shall not be issued for dwelling units
unless the requirements of this section are met.
3. Staff recommended approval of a cash donation of $26,431.70 in lieu of Recreation Area
construction for the remaining 0.2617 acres (11,402 S.F.) required to meet the 0.5 acre minimum.
Article 5 §10.175 Payment of Cash Donation. One hundred (100) percent
cash donation provided under this section shall be collected prior to issuing
the first building permit for the development.
4. There shall be provisions which insure that the common open space land shall continue as such and
be properly managed and maintained. These provisions shall be in a form acceptable to the City of
Dover. The developer shall either retain ownership and responsibility for maintenance of such open
land; or provide for and establish one (1) or more organizations for the ownership and maintenance
of all common open space i.e. a Homeowners Association. The organization shall be responsible for
maintenance, insurance and taxes on the common open space.
Responding to Mr. Ruane’s question on fencing for the stormwater management pond or enclosing the
playground area, Mr. Jones from Becker Morgan Group, Inc. agreed with the Public Works Director, Mr.
Koenig, that the fencing would become an aesthetic and maintenance issue. Although staff is currently
reviewing the possibility of an ordinance amendment that would require fencing around stormwater ponds
for safety reasons, Mr. Ruane noted that, in addition to serving a purpose, stormwater ponds were also
considered a community feature. As traveling through the City, he has observed aesthetic problems with the
stormwater ponds and questioned if staff had any ideas to remedy these problems. Responding, Mr. Koenig
indicated that he recently attended a stormwater management presentation and suggested that the information
be provided to members at a future meeting.
Mr. Ruane moved to recommend approval of the Neighborhood Open Space - Stratford Place
Apartments: Request for partial cash-in-lieu of recreation area construction, as well as the staff
recommendations contained in the report. The motion was seconded by Mr. Long and unanimously
carried.
Mr. Ruane moved to recommend that members be provided a presentation on stormwater
management by the Public Works Director at a future meeting. The motion was seconded by
Mr. Long and unanimously carried.
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Mr. Ruane moved for adjournment, seconded by Mr. Long and unanimously carried.
Meeting Adjourned at 12:24 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Robert M. Sadusky
Chairman
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CITY OF DOVER
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
MONTHLY BUDGET REPORT
JULY 2005
PREPARED BY: FINANCE DEPARTMENT
PLEASE NOTE – THIS NEWLY FORMATTED REPORT PROVIDES TOP LINE INFORMATION
ON THE THREE MAJOR OPERATING FUNDS. IF YOU WOULD LIKE ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT THE FINANCE DEPARTMENT.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report
July 2005
Strategic Objectives for Fiscal Year 2005 – 2006
1. Hire an Actuary to calculate and report the City’s post-retirement benefits liability for
inclusion in the 2007 Budget and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. RFP was
prepared for solicitation in July and actuary report to be completed by November 2005.
Proposals are under review to be submitted to City Council in September.
2. Develop and implement an employee benefits statement to be distributed by the payroll
office each month. This objective is awaiting the Naviline implementation for completion.
3. Perform a comprehensive review of our cash management procedures and bank service
agreements to take advantage of opportunities to reduce cost and improve technology.
Follow up with a request for proposal for banking services. In process, report will be
issued to City Council in the fall.
Activity Levels
FY05 – YTD FY06 – YTD
Payroll:
Number of Pay Periods 2 2
Number of Payroll 787 782
Number of Pension 210 217
Total Gross Payroll $ 1,313,315 $ 1,311,624
Total Pension Payments $ 296,854 $ 319,392
Total Overtime $ 48,406 $ 47,204
Accounts Payable:
Number of Vouchers 449 468
Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 2,028,033 $ 1,064,470
Wire Transfers N/A $ 8,272,372
FINANCE EMPLOYEES PAYROLL HOURS
FY05 – YTD FY06 – YTD
Hours Paid 1,699.75 1,867.25
Hours Worked 1,502.50 1,627.00
Vacation Hours-Used 131.25 151.00
Sick Hours-Used 25.50 54.00
Overtime Hours 28.25 1.75
Leave-Other 12.25 35.25
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – July, 2005
General Fund Summary
Original 8.3% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Receipts
Property Taxes $ 8,161,808 $ 8,177,054 $ (15,246) 100.2%
Transfer Taxes 2,400,000 207,307 2,192,693 8.6%
Licenses & Permits 2,146,400 988,808 1,157,592 46.1%
Fines & Police Revenues 1,169,740 55,377 1,114,363 4.7%
Sanitation Revenues 1,250,560 82,247 1,168,313 6.6%
Library & Recreation Revenues 514,200 6,566 507,634 1.3%
Franchise Fees 360,000 - 360,000 0.0%
Court of Chancery Fees 540,000 - 540,000 0.0%
Intrafund Services 5,099,571 345,660 4,753,911 6.8%
Grants 260,000 4,500 255,500 1.7%
Transfers-In from Grants & Utilities
Electric Fund 5,716,956 - 5,716,956 0.0%
Water/Wastewater Fund 535,785 - 535,785 0.0%
Civil Traffic Penalties Fund 500,000 - 500,000 0.0%
Municipal Street Aid Fund 792,000 - 792,000 0.0%
Other Miscellaneous Revenues 242,863 7,037 235,826 2.9%
Total $ 29,689,883 $ 9,874,556 $ 19,815,327 36.2%
Expenditures
City Clerk & Council $ 489,511 $ 21,512 $ 467,999 4.4%
Mayor, City Manager & Human Resources 896,558 63,437 833,121 7.1%
Police & Police Extra Duty 11,210,074 513,629 10,696,445 4.6%
Public Works 5,312,014 286,997 5,025,017 5.4%
Central Services 2,478,052 117,589 2,360,463 4.7%
Planning & Inspections 1,279,287 51,331 1,227,956 4.0%
Finance, I/T & Administrative Services 2,760,116 110,903 2,649,213 4.0%
Library & Recreation 1,656,257 112,930 1,543,327 6.8%
Fire 969,254 24,752 944,502 2.6%
Assessor 168,400 22,774 145,626 13.5%
Debt Service 435,247 388,596 46,651 89.3%
Insurance 465,980 - 465,980 0.0%
Retiree’s Health Care 732,555 59,355 673,200 8.1%
Street Lights 533,000 45,768 487,232 8.6%
Transfers Out - Contingency Reserve 34,000 - 34,000 0.0%
Transfers Out - Capital Asset Reserve 150,000 - 150,000 0.0%
Provision for Uncollectibles 10,000 - 10,000 0.0%
I/T Emergency Preparedness Plan 100,000 - 100,000 0.0%
Total $ 29,680,305 $ 1,819,573 $ 27,860,732 6.1%
Excess Receipts/(Expenditures) $ 9,578 $ 8,054,983
Working Capital & Reserve Balances-Unaudited
Working Capital - Budget Balance $ 3,010,230
Contingency $ 551,065
Capital Asset Replacement $ 167,799
Parkland/Recreation $ 982,503
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – July, 2005
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
Original 8.3% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Water Fees & Water Tank Leases $ 4,423,930 $ 403,669 $ 4,020,261 9.1%
Wastewater Fees & Impact Fees 3,856,760 259,781 3,596,979 6.7%
Kent County Treatment Fees 3,047,178 263,090 2,784,088 8.6%
Transfer to KCSA from Wastewater 643,770 55,455 588,315 8.6%
Miscellaneous 81,950 16,658 65,292 20.3%
Total $ 12,053,588 $ 998,653 $ 11,054,935 8.3%
Expenses
Water & Water Treatment Plant $ 1,576,873 $ 89,786 $ 1,487,087 5.7%
Wastewater 797,329 35,277 762,052 4.4%
Water Meter Reading 56,816 2,884 53,932 5.1%
Construction & Inspection 538,366 26,783 511,583 5.0%
Kent County Treatment Fees 3,834,000 319,500 3,514,500 8.3%
Retiree’s Health Care 142,983 11,165 131,818 7.8%
Debt Service 1,604,166 1,345,000 259,166 83.8%
Intrafund Services 1,101,076 76,406 1,024,670 6.9%
Transfers Out
General Fund 535,785 - 535,785 0.0%
Water/Wastewater I & E Fund 693,525 - 1,337,295 0.0%
Impact Fee Reserve 389,642 - 389,642 0.0%
Post-Retirement Benefit Fund 50,000 - 50,000 0.0%
Total $ 11,320,561 $ 1,906,801 $ 10,057,530 16.8%
Excess Revenues/(Expenses) $ 733,027 $ (908,148) $ 997,405
Working Capital & Reserve Balances - Unaudited
Working Capital - Budget Balance - Water $ 1,853,993
Working Capital - Budget Balance - WW $ 892,225
Working Capital - Budget Balance - KSA $ (1,554,468)
Contingency-Water $ 294,350
Contingency-Wastewater $ 306,570
Capital Asset Replacement $ 2,418
Impact Fee Reserve $ 2,083,564
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.20) 1.73 3.90 *
* Greater than budget due to timing of Transfers-out.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – July, 2005
Electric Revenue Fund Summary
Original 8.3% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Sales to Customers $ 57,157,712 $ 5,630,769 $ 51,526,943 9.9%
Purchase Power Adjustment 6,561,106 631,883 5,929,223 9.6%
Utility Tax 1,245,946 109,086 1,136,860 8.8%
Weyandt Hall Rents 170,885 18,147 152,738 10.6%
Miscellaneous Revenues 601,000 37,913 563,087 6.3%
Total $ 65,736,649 $ 6,427,798 $ 59,308,851 9.8%
Expenses
Purchased Power $ 42,636,070 $ 4,167,000 $ 38,469,070 9.8%
Electric Operating Divisions 6,026,808 287,235 5,739,573 4.8%
Utility Tax 1,245,946 103,838 1,142,108 8.3%
Interest on Deposits 25,000 3,035 21,965 12.1%
Retirees Health Care 527,487 44,122 483,365 8.4%
Accounts Receivable Write-Offs 125,000 - 125,000 0.0%
Debt Service & Arbitrage 2,640,257 1,855,000 785,257 70.3%
Intrafund Services 3,998,495 269,254 3,729,241 6.7%
Transfers Out
Improvement & Extension 2,829,840 1,000,000 1,829,840 35.3%
General Fund 5,716,956 - 5,716,956 0.0%
Post-Retirement Benefit Fund 100,000 - 100,000 0.0%
Total $ 65,871,859 $ 7,729,484 $ 58,142,375 11.8%
Excess Revenues/(Expenses) $ (135,210) $ (1,301,686) $ 1,166,476
Working Capital & Reserve Balances - Unaudited
Working Capital - Budget Balance $ 3,342,459
Contingency Reserve $ 1,124,610
Insurance Reserve $ 218,833
Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 2,616,611
Depreciation Reserve $ 15,325,042
Future Capacity Reserve $ 8,389,548
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.25) 2.02 10.07 *
* Greater than budget due to timing of Transfers-out.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – July, 2005
Major CIP Projects to be Completed
Original
YTD Balance Project #
Budget
Greenway Grant - Fund 709
Silver Lake Park Bridge Replacement $ 100,000 * $ 32,175 $ 67,825 PR0506
Community Transportation - Fund 317, 318, & 319
Dover High School Ditch - 318 $ - * $ 9,392 $ (9,392) ST0232
Street and Alley Program- 318 $ 250,000 * $ - $ 250,000 ST0601
Generic Subdivision Signs - 318 $ - * $ 9,990 $ (9,990) ST0505
General Fund
Mayfair Park Enhancement $ 20,000 * $ - $ 20,000 PR0505
Playground Equipment Rep Prog 06 $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 PR0601
Building Access Control System $ 77,340 $ 77,340 PD0601
Develop Strategy/Implement Citywide GIS $ 57,000 $ - $ 57,000 ---
Upgrade H T E to Naviline Version $ 103,080 $ - $ 103,080 ---
Police Second Floor Expansion $ - $ 139 $ (139) PD0603
Concrete Program 06 $ 40,000 $ 661 $ 39,339 ST0602
Handicapped Access Program 06 $ 39,200 $ - $ 39,200 FM0601
City Fiber Phone Program $ 130,000 $ - $ 130,000 CS0601
Pear Street Warehouse Renovation $ 25,000 $ - $ 25,000 SP0001
IT Emergency Preparedness Plan $ 100,000 * $ - $ 100,000 IT0504
Water/Wastewater Fund
Meter Reading Technology Upgrade 06 $ 60,000 $ 11,425 $ 48,575 WS0603
Elev Storage Tank Program 06 $ 70,130 $ - $ 70,130 WS0604
Wellhead Redevelopment Program 06 $ 35,000 $ 95 $ 34,905 WS0606
SE Water Loop $ 80,000 $ - $ 80,000 WD0003
Water Quality Evaluation $ - $ 3,117 $ (3,117) WD0504
Scarborough Rd. Intercon $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 WD0601
Cast Iron Main Rep/Lining $ 100,000 $ - $ 100,000 WS0502
Misc. Distribution System Improvements 06 $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 WS0602
Inflow/Infiltration Removal $ 75,000 * $ 7 $ 74,993 WS0501
Misc. Sewer System Improvements Program 06 $ 60,000 $ - $ 60,000 WS0605
Garrison Oak Pump Station $ 724,000 * $ - $ 724,000 WW0304
White Oak Farm P S Force Main $ 160,000 * $ 930 $ 159,070 WW0501
Puncheon Run Int. Sewer Extension $ 75,000 * $ 12,390 $ 62,610 WW0505
Mifflin Road Sewer Ext $ - $ 16,000 $ (16,000) WW0506
Kings Highway Sewer Diversion $ 60,000 $ - $ 60,000 WW0602
Electric Revenue Fund
New Developments Upgrade Program 06 $ 410,000 $ 20,173 $ 389,827 EE0606
Emerald Point $ 50,000 * $ 3,662 $ 46,338 EE0515
Cannon Mill $ 60,000 $ - $ 60,000 EE0608
Radio Read Meter Change Out Program $ 545,000 $ 5,390 $ 539,610 ET0501
Pole Inventory System $ 160,000 $ - $ 160,000 EE0503
Outage Reporting System $ 76,500 * $ - $ 76,500 EE0504
Cartanza Substation & Lines $ 187,000 * $ - $ 187,000 ES0103
College Road Capacitor $ 155,000 $ - $ 155,000 EE0604
Mayfair to Mid-City 69kv $ 723,200 * $ 36,331 $ 686,869 ET0502
69kv Feeders 3 and 4 $ 190,000 $ - $ 190,000 EE0601
Kesselring Feeder $ 135,879 $ - $ 135,879 EE0602
Governors Avenue Rebuild $ 1,268,450 $ - $ 1,268,450 EE0603
Lighting Projects and Rehabs 06 $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 EE0605
Heart Start ADS- Defibrillators $ 27,000 $ - $ 27,000 ---
Meter Testing Bench $ 23,000 $ - $ 23,000 ---
Replace 69 kv Breakers $ 150,000 $ - $ 150,000 ---
System Ops Radio Replacement $ 30,000 $ - $ 30,000 ---
Distribution Upgrade Programs 06 $ 300,000 $ 12,616 $ 287,384 EU0601
* Denotes project carried forward from prior fiscal year(s).
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report
August 2005
Strategic Objectives for Fiscal Year 2005 – 2006
1. Hire an Actuary to calculate and report the City’s post-retirement benefits liability for
inclusion in the 2007 Budget and Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. Palmer and
Cay, a national actuarial firm, was selected in August.
2. Develop and implement an employee benefits statement to be distributed by the payroll
office each month. This objective is awaiting the Naviline implementation for completion.
3. Perform a comprehensive review of our cash management procedures and bank service
agreements to take advantage of opportunities to reduce cost and improve technology.
Follow up with a request for proposal for banking services. Completed RFP process and
awarded bank services to Citizens Bank. Currently working on e-government payment
process.
ACTIVITY LEVELS
FY05 – YTD FY06 – YTD
Bank Trends
Number of Deposits Made 259 232
Total Amount of All Deposits $ 28,144,164 $ 27,779,635
Number of Bank Accounts 24 28
Payroll:
Number of Pay Periods 4 5
Number of Payroll Checks 1,579 1,955
Number of Pension Checks 420 434
Total Gross Payroll $ 2,581,408 $ 3,294,067
Total Pension Payments $ 599,759 $ 638,898
Total Overtime $ 71,872 $ 105,850
Accounts Payable:
Number of Vouchers 1,225 1,384
Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 3,530,664 $ 3,464,962
Wire Transfers N/A $ 8,648,817
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – August, 2005
General Fund Summary
Original 16.7% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Receipts
Property Taxes $ 8,161,808 $ 8,194,290 $ (32,482) 100.4%
Transfer Taxes 2,400,000 604,821 1,795,179 25.2%
Licenses & Permits 2,146,400 1,289,433 856,967 60.1%
Fines & Police Revenues 1,169,740 121,342 1,048,398 10.4%
Sanitation Revenues 1,250,560 338,107 912,453 27.0%
Library & Recreation Revenues 516,950 24,375 492,575 4.7%
Franchise Fees 360,000 - 360,000 0.0%
Court of Chancery Fees 540,000 58,500 481,500 10.8%
Intrafund Services 5,099,571 832,684 4,266,887 16.3%
Grants 260,000 19,857 240,143 7.6%
Transfers-In from Grants & Utilities
Electric Fund 5,716,956 - 5,716,956 0.0%
Water/Wastewater Fund 535,785 - 535,785 0.0%
Civil Traffic Penalties Fund 500,000 - 500,000 0.0%
Municipal Street Aid Fund 792,000 - 792,000 0.0%
Other Miscellaneous Revenues 242,863 20,957 221,906 8.6%
Total $ 29,692,633 $ 11,504,366 $ 18,188,267 42.2%
Expenditures
City Clerk & Council $ 489,511 $ 66,254 $ 423,257 13.5%
Mayor, City Manager & Human Resources 896,558 166,288 730,270 18.5%
Police & Police Extra Duty 11,210,074 1,608,650 9,601,424 14.4%
Public Works 5,312,014 774,392 4,537,622 14.6%
Central Services 2,478,052 354,525 2,123,527 14.3%
Planning & Inspections 1,279,287 173,813 1,105,474 13.6%
Finance, I/T & Administrative Services 2,760,116 395,100 2,365,016 14.3%
Library & Recreation 1,656,257 333,745 1,322,512 20.2%
Fire 969,254 440,081 529,173 45.4%
Assessor 168,400 50,666 117,734 30.1%
Debt Service 435,247 388,596 46,651 89.3%
Insurance 465,980 71,990 393,990 15.4%
Retiree’s Health Care 732,555 114,325 618,230 15.6%
Street Lights 533,000 92,040 440,960 17.3%
Appropriation to Post-Retirement Benefits Fund 150,000 150,000 - 100.0%
Transfers Out - Contingency Reserve 34,000 - 34,000 0.0%
Transfers Out - Capital Asset Reserve 150,000 150,000 - 100.0%
Provision for Uncollectibles 10,000 10,000 - 100.0%
I/T Emergency Preparedness Plan 100,000 - 100,000 0.0%
Total $ 29,830,305 $ 5,340,465 $ 24,489,840 17.9%
Excess Receipts/(Expenditures) $ (137,672) $ 6,163,901 $ (6,301,573)
Working Capital & Reserve Balances-Unaudited
Working Capital - Budget Balance $ 3,010,230
Contingency $ 551,998
Capital Asset Replacement $ 319,279
Parkland/Recreation $ 984,167
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – August, 2005
Water/Wastewater Fund Summary
Original 16.7% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Water Fees & Water Tank Leases $ 4,423,930 $ 850,145 $ 3,573,785 19.2%
Wastewater Fees & Impact Fees 3,856,760 858,814 2,997,946 22.3%
Kent County Treatment Fees 3,047,178 546,096 2,501,082 17.9%
Transfer to KCSA from Wastewater 643,770 - 643,770 0.0%
Miscellaneous 81,950 41,391 40,559 50.5%
Total $ 12,053,588 $ 2,296,446 $ 9,757,142 19.1%
Expenses
Water & Water Treatment Plant $ 1,576,873 $ 240,685 $ 1,336,188 15.3%
Wastewater 797,329 134,713 662,616 16.9%
Water Meter Reading 56,816 10,634 46,182 18.7%
Construction & Inspection 538,366 90,610 447,756 16.8%
Kent County Treatment Fees 3,834,000 628,043 3,205,957 16.4%
Retiree’s Health Care 142,983 20,269 122,714 14.2%
Debt Service 1,604,166 1,345,000 259,166 83.8%
Intrafund Services 1,101,076 185,986 915,090 16.9%
Transfers Out
General Fund 535,785 - 535,785 0.0%
Capital Asset Reserve 600,000 600,000 - 100.0%
Water/Wastewater I & E Fund 1,083,167 - 1,083,167 0.0%
Impact Fee Reserve 643,770 - 643,770 0.0%
Post-Retirement Benefit Fund 50,000 50,000 - 100.0%
Total $ 12,564,331 $ 3,305,940 $ 9,258,391 26.3%
Excess Revenues/(Expenses) $ (510,743) $ (1,009,494) $ 498,751
Working Capital & Reserve Balances - Unaudited
Working Capital - Budget Balance - Water $ 1,853,993
Working Capital - Budget Balance - WW $ 892,225
Working Capital - Budget Balance - KSA $ (1,554,468)
Contingency-Water $ 294,995
Contingency-Wastewater $ 307,241
Capital Asset Replacement $ 602,455
Impact Fee Reserve $ 2,088,791
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.20) 1.73 4.18 *
* Greater than budget due to timing of Transfers-out.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – August, 2005
Electric Revenue Fund Summary
Original 16.7% of
Budget YTD Balance Budget
Revenue
Sales to Customers $ 57,157,712 $ 12,280,478 $ 44,877,234 21.5%
Purchase Power Adjustment 6,561,106 1,395,635 5,165,471 21.3%
Utility Tax 1,245,946 231,308 1,014,638 18.6%
Weyandt Hall Rents 170,885 32,570 138,315 19.1%
Miscellaneous Revenues 601,000 101,540 499,460 16.9%
Total $ 65,736,649 $ 14,041,531 $ 51,695,118 21.4%
Expenses
Purchased Power $ 42,636,070 $ 8,480,040 $ 34,156,030 19.9%
Electric Operating Divisions 6,026,808 871,067 5,155,741 14.5%
Utility Tax 1,245,946 212,914 1,033,032 17.1%
Interest on Deposits 25,000 5,886 19,114 23.5%
Retirees Health Care 527,487 81,106 446,381 15.4%
Accounts Receivable Write-Offs 125,000 125,000 - 100.0%
Debt Service & Arbitrage 2,640,257 1,855,000 785,257 70.3%
Intrafund Services 3,998,495 646,698 3,351,797 16.2%
Transfers Out
Improvement & Extension 2,829,840 1,000,000 1,829,840 35.3%
General Fund 5,716,956 - 5,716,956 0.0%
Post-Retirement Benefit Fund 100,000 100,000 - 0.0%
Total $ 65,871,859 $ 13,377,711 $ 52,494,148 20.3%
Excess Revenues/(Expenses) $ (135,210) $ 663,820 $ (799,030)
Working Capital & Reserve Balances - Unaudited
Working Capital - Budget Balance $ 3,342,459
Contingency Reserve $ 1,130,145
Insurance Reserve $ 220,753
Rate Stabilization Reserve $ 2,621,042
Depreciation Reserve $ 15,351,475
Future Capacity Reserve $ 8,404,252
Bond Coverage Ratio (Covenant 1.25) 2.02 11.39 *
* Greater than budget due to timing of Transfers-out.
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City of Dover
Finance Department
Monthly Report – August, 2005
Major CIP Projects to be Completed
Original
Budget YTD Balance Project #
Greenway Grant - Fund 709
Silver Lake Park Bridge Replacement $ 100,000 * $ 36,765 $ 63,235 PR0506
Community Transportation - Fund 317, 318, & 319
Dover High School Ditch - 318 $ - * $ 35,022 $ (35,022) ST0232
Street and Alley Program- 06- 318 $ 250,000 * $ 211 $ 249,789 ST0601
Generic Subdivision Signs - 318 $ - * $ 9,990 $ (9,990) ST0505
Street and Alley Program- 05- 318 $ - * $ 48,597 $ (48,597) ST0501
Garrison Oak Technology Park - 319 $ - * $ 31,117 $ (31,117) WW0304
General Fund
Dover Park Enhancement $ 60,000 $ - $ 60,000 PR0504
Mayfair Park Enhancement $ 20,000 * $ - $ 20,000 PR0505
Playground Equipment Rep Prog 06 $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 PR0601
Building Access Control System $ 77,340 $ 77,340 PD0601
Develop Strategy/Implement Citywide GIS $ 57,000 $ - $ 57,000 ---
Upgrade H T E to Naviline Version $ 103,080 $ - $ 103,080 ---
Police Second Floor Expansion $ - $ 13,480 $ (13,480) PD0603
Concrete Program 06 $ 40,000 $ 23,081 $ 16,919 ST0602
Handicapped Access Program 06 $ 39,200 $ - $ 39,200 FM0601
City Fiber Phone Program $ 130,000 $ - $ 130,000 CS0601
Pear Street Warehouse Renovation $ 25,000 $ - $ 25,000 SP0001
IT Emergency Preparedness Plan $ 100,000 * $ - $ 100,000 IT0504
$ 758,560 $ 36,561 $ 665,059
Water/Wastewater Fund
Meter Reading Technology Upgrade 06 $ 60,000 $ 16,039 $ 43,961 WS0603
Elev Storage Tank Program 06 $ 70,130 $ - $ 70,130 WS0604
Wellhead Redevelopment Program 06 $ 35,000 $ 328 $ 34,672 WS0606
SE Water Loop $ 80,000 $ - $ 80,000 WD0003
Water Quality Evaluation $ - $ 3,117 $ (3,117) WD0504
Scarborough Rd. Intercon $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 WD0601
Cast Iron Main Rep/Lining $ 100,000 $ - $ 100,000 WS0502
Misc. Distribution System Improvements 06 $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 WS0602
Inflow/Infiltration Removal $ 75,000 * $ 7 $ 74,993 WS0501
Misc. Sewer System Improvements Program 06 $ 60,000 $ 876 $ 59,124 WS0605
Garrison Oak Pump Station $ 724,000 * $ - $ 724,000 WW0304
White Oak Farm P S Force Main $ 160,000 * $ 930 $ 159,070 WW0501
Puncheon Run Int. Sewer Extension $ 75,000 * $ 15,550 $ 59,450 WW0505
Mifflin Road Sewer Ext $ - $ 16,000 $ (16,000) WW0506
Kings Highway Sewer Diversion $ 60,000 $ - $ 60,000 WW0602
Electric Revenue Fund
New Developments Upgrade Program $ 410,000 $ 116,321 $ 293,679 EE0606
Emerald Point $ 50,000 * $ 34,598 $ 15,402 EE0515
Cannon Mill $ 60,000 $ - $ 60,000 EE0608
Radio Read Meter Change Out Program $ 545,000 $ 8,207 $ 536,793 ET0501
Pole Inventory System $ 160,000 $ 14,288 $ 145,712 EE0503
Outage Reporting System $ 76,500 * $ - $ 76,500 EE0504
4kv to 12 kv Upgrades $ - * $ 320 $ (320) ED0501
Cartanza Substation & Lines $ 187,000 * $ 233,862 $ (46,862) ES0103
College Road Capacitor $ 155,000 $ - $ 155,000 EE0604
Mayfair to Mid-City 69kv $ 723,200 * $ 47,651 $ 675,549 ET0502
69kv Feeders 3 and 4 $ 190,000 $ 993 $ 189,007 EE0601
Kesselring Feeder $ 135,879 $ 23,885 $ 111,994 EE0602
Governors Avenue Rebuild $ 1,268,450 $ - $ 1,268,450 EE0603
Lighting Projects and Rehabs 06 $ 50,000 $ - $ 50,000 EE0605
Heart Start ADS- Defibrillators $ 27,000 $ - $ 27,000 ---
Meter Testing Bench $ 23,000 $ - $ 23,000 ---
Replace 69 kv Breakers $ 150,000 $ - $ 150,000 ES0105
System Ops Radio Replacement $ 30,000 $ - $ 30,000 ---
Distribution Upgrade Programs 06 $ 300,000 $ 12,616 $ 287,384 EU0601
$ 4,541,029 $ 492,787 $ 4,048,242
* Denotes project carried forward from prior fiscal year(s).
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Dover Police Department
Monthly Report
To
Mayor & City Council
“To Protect and Serve”
August 2005
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September 16, 2005
The Honorable Stephen R. Speed, Mayor
Members of Dover City Council
City Hall
Dover, DE 19901
Mayor Speed and Council Members:
The following is the report on Police Department activities for the month of August 2005:
COMPLAINTS 24,000
20,151 20,654 19,820
st 19,208
Total complaints received through August 31 , 20,000 17,907
numbered 19,820. This is a decrease of 834 16,000
complaints over the same time period for last
year. 12,000
8,000
4,000
0
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
10
Cases Reported in CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
8 7 August
6
Cases Cleared in
4 August
4 33 3 3
22
2 1 Cases Cleared
from Previous
0 Months
Burglary Robbery Rape
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Report to Mayor and Council
August 2005
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TRAFFIC ARRESTS
16,000 14,138 12,763
11,730 11,871 11,347 The department issued 12,763 traffic citations
12,000 through this reporting period. This is a decrease of
1,375 citations over the number issued during the
8,000
same period last year.
4,000
0
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
2,000 1,541
TRAFFIC ACCIDENTS 1,482 1,478
1,600 1,400 1,395
Through August 31st, police investigated 1,478 1,200
traffic accidents. This is an increase of 83 accidents
investigated during the same period last year. 800
400
0
2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
17%
911 CENTER
911 Calls
During the month of August, our 911 Center handled
a total of 12,512 calls averaging 404 calls per day.
Administrative
Calls Dispatchers handled 2,121 calls on the 911 lines, an
average of 69 calls per day.
83%
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & BASIC LIFE SUPPORT DIVISION:
Prime Care Medial Transport, Inc. responded
to 405 emergency calls in August resulting in 22%
304 patient transports. The average response Transports
time from dispatch by 911 to arrival on scene
was 7 minutes and 17 seconds. Additional Additional Units
11%
units responded to 51 of the 405 calls. 67% No Transport
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Report to Mayor and Council
August 2005
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10,000 8,695
CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS 7,639 7,279
8,000 6,870
st 6,192 6,391
Through August 31 , we issued 6,870 city 5,416
ordinance summons a decrease of 409 6,000 4,508 4,813 4,713
summons over August of last year. *Note: of 4,000
those summonses issued in August, 27 were
issued for handicapped parking violations, 42 2,000
for fire lane parking violations, 90 for false 0
alarms (57 for 3-5 alarms, 20 for 6-9 alarms, 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
10 for 10-15 alarms, and 3 for 16 or more
alarms) and 39 for noise violations (37 for ISSUED PAID
vehicle violations and 2 for residence
violations).
Listed below are the major crimes and activities that occurred during the month of August:
• On August 1, 2005, the Department hired Christopher Bumgarner as a certified police officer. Patrolman
Bumgarner was previously employed as a U.S. Capitol Police Officer.
• On August 9, 2005, Officers of the Drugs, Vice, & Organized Crime Section arrested a 17 year old subject at
Manchester Square Apartments for selling crack cocaine to an undercover officer. The subject was found to
be in possession of 2.2 grams of crack cocaine.
• On August 11, 2005, Officers of the Drugs, Vice, & Organized Crime Section executed three search warrants
in Capitol Green. As a result of the search warrants, 13 grams of cocaine was seized and six subjects were
arrested.
• On August 13, 2005, Detectives investigated a shooting at Manchester Square Apartments, where the victim
was shot in the leg. A warrant was obtained for the shooter and on August 25, 2005, the subject was arrested.
Detectives also investigated a stabbing on the same day at a residence on New Street. The investigation
revealed that the victim was stabbed after a verbal altercation with the subject. The subject was charged with
Assault 1st.
• On August 15, 2005, Officers of the Drugs, Vice, & Organized Crime Section arrested a subject after he sold
cocaine to an undercover officer. A search warrant was then executed at the subject’s room at the Dover
Budget Inn. As a result of the search warrant, 29.5 grams of cocaine was seized.
• On August 17, 2005, Officers of the Drugs, Vice, & Organized Crime Section executed a search warrant at a
residence on West Division Street. As a result of the search warrant, 10.2 grams of cocaine was seized and
one subject was arrested.
• On August 18, 2005, a Prostitution sting was conducted in the downtown area of Dover, using an undercover
female officer. As a result of this operation, three subjects were charged with Soliciting a Prostitute.
• On August 25, 2005, Officers of the Drugs, Vice, & Organized Crime Section executed a search warrant at
Manchester Square Apartments. As a result of the search warrant, 13 grams of marijuana, a small amount of
cocaine, and a .40 cal handgun were seized. Six subjects were arrested.
• On August 31, 2005, Detectives investigated an Attempted Robbery at the Rite Aid in the Greentree
Shopping Center. The subject demanded money from the clerk and then fled from the store. The subject was
found hiding behind a house a short distance away from the store.
Respectfully Submitted,
Jeffrey Horvath
Chief of Police
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Monthly Report
July - August 2005
City Assessor’s Office
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Property Tax Report for Jerome- August, 2005
City of Dover
Assessor's Monthly Report
Fiscal Year 2006
Property Tax Assessments and Collections
Assessed Value Senior State Assessment Taxable Taxes Billing Adjusted Total Tax Taxes
Month Before Exemptions Exemptions Exemptions Adjustments Value Levied Adjustments Billing Collections Outstanding
July $ 2,382,783,000 $ (20,047,500) $ (598,387,800) $ 708,017,500 $ 2,472,365,200 $ 8,158,805 $ (66,802) $ 8,092,003 $ 403,639 $ 7,817,608
August 3,090,800,500 (20,047,500) (598,387,800) (2,515,800) $ 2,469,849,400 - (5,463) $ 8,086,540 6,812,540 999,605
Year to Date (excludes BID tax) $ 705,501,700 8,086,540 $ 7,216,179
Other Tax Related Cash Receipts
Current
Month YTD
Penalties (recorded when received; not billed) $ 2,415 $ 8,736
Pay In Lieu Of
Dover Housing $ 18,186 $ 18,186
Farmland Rollback
Lafferty Lane $ - $ 5,043
Eden Hill $ - 10,468
$ 15,511
Total Property Tax Receipts $ 8,128,973
Transfer Taxes $ 397,514 $ 604,821
Property Tax Report for Jerome- August, 2005
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CITY OF DOVER
PROPERTY TRANSFERS -EXISTING FOR THE MONTH OF JULY-AUGUST 2005 RESIDENTIAL
SALES TRANSFER TYPE
BUYER/SELLER PROPERTY LOCATION APPRAISAL SALE PRICE RATIO TAX # SALES
S CHRISTINE S. OSBORNE 324 STONE BROOK PL. $100,700.00 $114,000.00 88% $855.00 RESIDENTIAL
B JAMES SACRA FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S CARRIE M. MILLER 4 CAROLINE PL. $106,200.00 $120,000.00 89% $1,800.00 RESIDENTIAL
B JASON A. BETIT 1
S LILLIAN H. FLANAGAN 122 STONEY DR. $144,000.00 $153,000.00 94% $1,147.50 RESIDENTIAL
B ZHUO JIN ZHENG FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S MARGARET A. TAYLOR 1310 AFTON CT. $78,400.00 $77,765.00 101% $2,248.50 RESIDENTIAL
B JASON R. ROCK FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S ROBERT W. FOSTER 23 FAIRWIND PL. $114,900.00 $134,900.00 85% $1,011.75 RESIDENTIAL
B HAKIM B. TUTT FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S COLLEEN LECATES 313 CHARRING CROSS DR $123,700.00 $153,100.00 81% $1,148.25 RESIDENTIAL
B LINDA J. KEYSER FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S DOUGLAS & FREDDA VENNARD 154 HAMAN DR. $149,700.00 $175,900.00 85% $1,319.25 RESIDENTIAL
B CODY WALLS & ANGEL RICHARDSON FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S RICHARD & MARGARET DUKE 233 N. CAROLINE PL. $186,900.00 $226,000.00 83% $1,695.00 RESIDENTIAL
B MICHAEL & KATHY BRYAN FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S WESLEY & ROBERTA FREEMAN 1427 S. HANCOCK AVE. $178,300.00 $198,000.00 90% $1,485.00 RESIDENTIAL
B JENNIFER J. WEBB FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S CARA M. DEVER 249 N. CAROLINE PL. $170,100.00 $209,000.00 81% $1,567.50 RESIDENTIAL
B STEPHEN R. & ALISON L. PEARSON FIRST TIME BUYER 1
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S ELSIE M. APPLEFORD 9 S. INDEPENDENCE BLVD. $118,400.00 $144,500.00 82% $1,083.75 RESIDENTIAL
B SARAH S. GARDNER FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S JANE A. MONNETT 113 UPLAND AVE. $103,800.00 $137,000.00 76% $1,027.50 RESIDENTIAL
B LYDIA M. GARNICK FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S JEANNE A. GORMAN 36 GLENEAGLES CT. $231,700.00 $280,000.00 83% $4,200.00 RESIDENTIAL
B JOSEPH P. & BARBARA A. TRATNYEK 1
S PACIANO & LORI ANN GUERRERO 116 MILLCREEK DR. $133,700.00 $155,000.00 86% $1,162.50 RESIDENTIAL
B CESAR CESPEDES FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S KC SHERIFF 151 TURNER DR. $153,400.00 $159,500.00 96% $1,196.25 RESIDENTIAL
B SCOTT R. GASTON FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S JEROME & DONNA BONDANZA 110 PERIWINKLE CT. $124,300.00 $146,000.00 85% $1,095.00 RESIDENTIAL
B GIN HYDE FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S WESTOVER LLC 232 TRAFALGAR DR. $125,800.00 $121,500.00 104% $911.25 RESIDENTIAL
B BRIAN C. JOHNSON FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S SYLVIA SUMMERS 718 MILLER DR. $154,200.00 $162,000.00 95% $2,430.00 RESIDENTIAL
B BRUCE & MARIA HIGDON 1
S ROBERT A. GASTON 144 HAMPTON DR. $103,900.00 $111,000.00 94% $1,665.00 RESIDENTIAL
B MELBOURNE NEWELL 1
S THOMAS W. SR. & ELLEN S. READ 1423 WOODMILL DR. $130,600.00 $152,000.00 86% $2,280.00 RESIDENTIAL
B FRANK & BARBARA BRIDSON 1
S ALETA A. KRAUSS 9 WELCH DR. $80,700.00 $82,000.00 98% $1,230.00 RESIDENTIAL
B ED & LISA STRACAR 1
S JOSEPH A. BASTOS 724 S. HASLEY RD. $184,800.00 $205,000.00 90% $3,075.00 RESIDENTIAL
B ARTHUR & ANTOINETTE FRAGOMELE 1
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S ROBERT W. & MARGARET RAHE 27 FAIRWAY CT. $229,100.00 $287,000.00 80% $4,305.00 RESIDENTIAL
B JOHNATHAN K. DRIGGINS 1
S RUTH E. HORVATH 29 BAYARD AVE. $134,100.00 $174,800.00 77% $1,311.00 RESIDENTIAL
B CARL P. SNOWMAN FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S JAMES KOZEL 646 FAIRVIEW DR. $140,600.00 $164,900.00 85% $1,236.75 RESIDENTIAL
B JASON D. BERRY FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S TERRY L. BARTZ 206 WALKER RD. $161,400.00 $203,000.00 80% $3,045.00 RESIDENTIAL
B VICTORIA C. HYDE 1
S MESSINA MEL INC. 959 BOGGS DR. $150,400.00 $120,000.00 125% $900.00 RESIDENTIAL
B JAMAR R. SHIELDS FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S KENNETH R. BARR 8 CHATHAM CT, $154,700.00 $158,000.00 98% $2,370.00 RESIDENTIAL
B ROBACHELLE M. NEELY & LYRON DEPUTY 1
S NOAH S. & SHUAN-MARIE NEWCOMER 1224 WOODROW CT. $175,400.00 $192,000.00 91% $2,880.00 RESIDENTIAL
B ERIC & TARA BAINBRIDGE 1
S TERRA FIRMA PROPERTIES LLC 39 N. NEW ST. $58,100.00 $70,000.00 83% $1,050.00 RESIDENTIAL
B ERIN L. COOPER 1
S ANTHONY S. BALCERAK 235 NORTHDOWN DR. $128,100.00 $153,900.00 83% $1,154.25 RESIDENTIAL
B MICHELLE LEE & KENNETH KERSEY III FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S ROBERT C. & LYDIA K. COMBS 796 S. HALSEY RD. $155,500.00 $159,900.00 97% $2,398.50 RESIDENTIAL
B JOHN S. TROUBETARIS 1
S HIDDEN CREEK LLC 11 RIVERSIDE RD. $277,800.00 $251,350.00 111% $1,885.12 RESIDENTIAL
B JOSHUA P. KUHNER FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S THADDEUS L. SCHAEFER 274 KESSELRING AVE. $150,700.00 $165,000.00 91% $2,475.00 RESIDENTIAL
B TERRI S. DEAR 1
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S QUINTON A. & LISA M. WINSTON 424 EAST WIND DR. $139,300.00 $140,000.00 100% $2,100.00 RESIDENTIAL
B BENJAMIN S. BLACKNALL 1
S CARLTON S. TURNER JR. 154 HAMPTON DR. $103,900.00 $120,000.00 87% $1,800.00 RESIDENTIAL
B ANTHONY JONES 1
S JESSICA K. PORCORO 128 AMERICAN AVE. $153,400.00 $145,000.00 106% $2,175.00 RESIDENTIAL
B LOUIS ESPOSITO 1
S PHILLIP & MANUELA HOLLINS 725 N. WEST ST. $144,200.00 $177,000.00 81% $1,327.50 RESIDENTIAL
B MICHAEL & RAYNELLE PERRY FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S CLAUDE L. JOHNSON 15 N. KIRKWOOD ST. $63,300.00 $57,500.00 110% $862.50 RESIDENTIAL
B LIVING LARGE INVESTMENTS LLC 1
S RONALD G. PARR 953 SILVER LAKE BLVD. $195,400.00 $199,900.00 98% $2,998.50 RESIDENTIAL
B JOHN M. & ELLEN J. HAMILTON 1
S MILES A. WILLIAMS 5 YARMOUTH WAY $187,700.00 $249,900.00 75% $1,874.25 RESIDENTIAL
B TRACEY MARSHALL-UNDERWOOD FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S NOVELETTE M. MORRIS 5 DOGWOOD CT. $157,700.00 $187,600.00 84% $1,407.00 RESIDENTIAL
B GREGORY B. TOLSON 1
S BALJINDER K. KAMBOJ 251 TRAFALGAR DR. $130,000.00 $162,000.00 80% $2,430.00 RESIDENTIAL
B ROSE M. FILLBRUNN 1
S SHARON ROBINETTE 384 MOCKINGBIRD AVE. $165,800.00 $169,000.00 98% $2,535.00 RESIDENTIAL
B MICHAEL & MADELINE HERNANDEZ 1
S EDUARD G. GRIMES 1014 WESTVIEW TER. $186,100.00 $232,000.00 80% $3,480.00 RESIDENTIAL
B PRUDENTIAL RELOCATION INC. 1
S PRUDENTIAL RELOCATION INC. 1014 WESTVIEW TER. $186,100.00 $232,000.00 80% $3,480.00 RESIDENTIAL
B DAVID M. & MARSHA M. LEES 1
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S ERIC L. BUCKSON 101 GAGEN CT. $185,800.00 $228,000.00 81% $1,710.00 RESIDENTIAL
B NICHOLAS J. & DIANA C. KREMER FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S RANDOLPH D. MONTGOMERY 125 SWEETGUM DR. $183,900.00 $210,000.00 88% $1,575.00 RESIDENTIAL
B TRISH M. BICHLER FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S WILLIAM R. & LINDA M. CARON 202 N. CAROLINE PL. $196,200.00 $229,900.00 85% $3,448.50 RESIDENTIAL
B PETER L. & LINDA L. FABRIZIANI 1
S J. RICHARD & LINDA L. BERRY 58 HERITAGE DR. $94,800.00 $100,000.00 95% $1,500.00 RESIDENTIAL
B FRANCIS S. BEBOUT FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S ELIZABETH A. REES 414 ALDER RD $164,900.00 $187,000.00 88% $2,805.00 RESIDENTIAL
B D. MICHAEL WILLIAMS 1
S FRED FREAR 14 CHATHAM CT. $156,300.00 $160,000.00 98% $2,400.00 RESIDENTIAL
B HOLSCHER BROS PARTNERSHIP 1
S JULIA MAE WILLIAMS TRUST 8 DRAPER DR. $170,000.00 $185,000.00 92% $1,387.50 RESIDENTIAL
B MAGDARLINE ACQUAAH FIRST TIME BUYER 1
S MARY E. PASKEY 413 GEORGE WASHINGTON DR. $179,300.00 $199,000.00 90% $2,985.00 RESIDENTIAL
B SUZANNE & DUANE VELASQUEZ 1
TOTAL (JULY - AUGUST) $8,058,200.00 $9,087,815.00 89% 54
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CITY OF DOVER
PROPERTY TRANSFERS -EXISTING FOR THE MONTH OF JULY - AUGUST 2005 COMMERCIAL
SALES TRANSFER TYPE
BUYER/SELLER PROPERTY LOCATION APPRAISAL SALE PRICE RATIO TAX # SALES
NO COMMERCIAL SALES
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CITY OF DOVER
PROPERTY TRANSFERS -EXISTING FOR THE MONTH OF JULY - AUGUST 2005 LAND
SALES TRANSFER TYPE
BUYER/SELLER PROPERTY LOCATION APPRAISAL SALE PRICE RATIO TAX # SALES
S COFFEE CONSTRUCTION CO LOTS-PERSIMMON PARK $189,900.00 $200,000.00 95% $3,000.00 LAND
B PAUL COTTRELL 1
TOTAL (JULY - AUGUST) $189,900.00 $200,000.00 95% 1
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SUMMARY SHEET
MONTH TOTAL MONTH TOTAL MONTH TOTAL
# # APPRAISED APPRAISED SALE SALE MONTH TOTAL MAILING
TYPE SALES SALES VALUE VALUE PRICE PRICE RATIO RATIO PERMITS LISTS
Jul-05 RES 54 $8,058,200.00 $9,087,815.00 89%
Thru COMM 0 $0.00 $0.00 0%
Aug-05 LAND 1 $189,900.00 $200,000.00 95%
Jul-05 TOTAL 55 $8,248,100.00 $9,287,815.00 89% 268 17
F-Y-D 55 $8,248,100.00 $9,287,815.00 89% 268 17
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OWNER'S NAME PARCEL ID ADDRESS OLD OLD OLD NEW NEW NEW
LAND VALUE BLDG VAL TOTAL VALUE LAND VALUE BLDG VALUE TOTAL VALUE
MADDELENA, VINCENZO A. 055620103 106 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,100 $ - $ 90,100 $ 90,100 $ 231,700 $ 321,800
SIMONE,JOSEPH A. & HOLLIS J. 055620109 118 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,000 $ 2,100 $ 92,100 $ 90,000 $ 127,300 $ 217,300
MURPHY,FRANK L JR & BRANDI N. 055620117 138 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,000 $ - $ 90,000 $ 90,000 $ 142,900 $ 232,900
IVORY, ANITA L. 055620118 140 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,100 $ - $ 90,100 $ 90,100 $ 145,300 $ 235,400
LOCKWOOD,RONALD R & ANNA M 055620119 161 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,300 $ - $ 90,300 $ 90,300 $ 139,000 $ 229,300
WILLIAMS,MELVIN B & CHERYL D 055620121 165 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,900 $ - $ 90,900 $ 90,900 $ 161,600 $ 252,500
EHLER,JAMES L & ANNE E 055620124 171 MAPLE GLEN $ 90,200 $ - $ 90,200 $ 90,200 $ 141,400 $ 231,600
BEAUDET,STEPHANIE P 055620128 158 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,300 $ - $ 90,300 $ 90,300 $ 148,100 $ 238,400
SHERNOFSKY,PHILLIP G & LAURA S 055620135 113 MAPLE GLEN DR. $ 90,200 $ - $ 90,200 $ 90,200 $ 167,900 $ 258,100
MULLANEY,TIMOTHY P & NORENE N 056705105 142 BRANDYWINE DR. $ 49,200 $ 138,900 $ 188,100 $ 49,200 $ 250,800 $ 300,000
WILSON,CRAIG D 057609206 290 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 33,900 $ - $ 33,900 $ 33,900 $ 98,000 $ 131,900
IVERSON,TARA L. & WARD,DEREK J. 057609207 288 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 33,900 $ - $ 33,900 $ 33,900 $ 98,000 $ 131,900
KAUFMAN,JON R & LISA M 057609208 286 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 33,900 $ - $ 33,900 $ 33,900 $ 98,000 $ 131,900
SEARS,DANIEL L 057609209 284 TRAFALGAR $ 38,200 $ - $ 38,200 $ 38,200 $ 98,000 $ 136,200
STILLER,DONALD P 057609210 282 TRAFALGAR DR $ 40,000 $ - $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ 98,000 $ 138,000
SNOW,SUMMER & LARRY D 057609211 280 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
MASSIE,JAMES F & SWAIN,JESSICA L 057609212 278 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
BELOW,BRYAN D & HOLLY 057609213 276 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
MADDALENA,MICHELE & ROSAMARIA 057609214 274 TRAFALGAR DR $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
STANISZEWSKI,JEFFREY J 057609215 272 TRAFALGAR DR $ 40,000 $ - $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ 100,100 $ 140,100
MARTIN,RUSSELL & CRYSTAL 057609216 270 TRAFALGAR DR $ 40,000 $ - $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ 98,000 $ 138,000
CAMPBELL,RONALD A JR. 057609217 268 TRAFALGAR DR $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
BAILEY,PATRICIA M 057609218 266 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
BARKLEY,MARY G 057609219 264 TRAFALGAR DR $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
CHAN,LEO H 057609220 262 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 98,000 $ 132,700
FELICIANO,LYNN E 057609221 260 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 39,100 $ - $ 39,100 $ 39,100 $ 97,700 $ 136,800
PILKOWSKI,TIMOTHY & EILEEN M 057609222 256 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 38,200 $ - $ 38,200 $ 38,200 $ 106,500 $ 144,700
WATSON,ANDREW C & MOEHLER,AUBREY 057609223 254 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 106,500 $ 141,200
Batch 1 July 22, 2005
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SMITH,ORIN R 057609224 252 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,700 $ - $ 34,700 $ 34,700 $ 106,500 $ 141,200
HOCKING,JOHN C & TERESA L 057609227 253 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 41,700 $ - $ 41,700 $ 41,700 $ 111,700 $ 153,400
HOCKING,JOHN C & TERESA L 057609228 255 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 41,700 $ - $ 41,700 $ 41,700 $ 111,700 $ 153,400
HIMMLER,DONALD & WALLACE-HIMMLER,JANET 057609229 257 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 41,700 $ - $ 41,700 $ 41,700 $ 107,900 $ 149,600
SCOTT,JAMES A & NICHELLE M 057609230 259 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 41,700 $ - $ 41,700 $ 41,700 $ 111,700 $ 153,400
LENHARD,PATRICIA A 057609231 261 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 41,700 $ 93,900 $ 135,600 $ 41,700 $ 97,600 $ 139,300
BHATT,AJAY B & MONABAHEN A 057609233 265 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 42,500 $ - $ 42,500 $ 42,500 $ 111,700 $ 154,200
MUSE,ALI & JANETTE 057609234 267 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 42,500 $ - $ 42,500 $ 42,500 $ 111,800 $ 154,300
QUINONEZ,ROBERT J & SONJA M 057609235 269 TRAFALGAR $ 42,700 $ 87,800 $ 130,500 $ 42,700 $ 97,600 $ 140,300
POOLE,STEPHEN M & LALAINE B 057609250 449 NORTHDOWN DR. $ 4,500 $ - $ 4,500 $ 45,100 $ 128,500 $ 173,600
JAMIL,MOHANNAH & MALIK,HUMA 057609251 452 NORTHDOWN DR. $ 44,100 $ - $ 44,100 $ 44,100 $ 146,900 $ 191,000
TALLEY,KEITH R & SHARON R 057609264 426 WORCHESTER DR. $ 42,700 $ - $ 42,700 $ 42,700 $ 105,800 $ 148,500
SPENCE,CRYSTAL A 057609265 428 WORCHESTER DR. $ 42,700 $ - $ 42,700 $ 42,700 $ 105,800 $ 148,500
GIORDANO,JAMES A 057609272 441 WORCHESTER DR. $ 4,100 $ - $ 4,100 $ 40,800 $ 118,700 $ 159,500
KING,DENNIS L & ALEITA 057609273 443 WORCHESTER DR. $ 4,300 $ - $ 4,300 $ 42,700 $ 105,800 $ 148,500
REYES,ROBERT A 057609282 405 WORCHESTER DR. $ 4,400 $ - $ 4,400 $ 44,100 $ 128,500 $ 172,600
VAN DER LAAN,THEODORE E 057610263 248 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 3,500 $ - $ 3,500 $ 34,800 $ 106,500 $ 141,300
SIMON,DONNA M 057610264 246 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 3,900 $ - $ 3,900 $ 39,100 $ 106,500 $ 145,600
SIMMONS,EARL F & SHARON G 057610277 229 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 4,300 $ - $ 4,300 $ 43,200 $ 119,600 $ 162,800
MUNOZ,MICHAEL I & STEPHANIE D 057610279 233 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 4,300 $ - $ 4,300 $ 43,000 $ 151,900 $ 194,900
MILLER,WILLIAM J JR 057610280 235 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 4,300 $ - $ 4,300 $ 43,000 $ 151,900 $ 194,900
COLEMAN,CYNTHIA 057610286 247 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 4,400 $ - $ 4,400 $ 44,000 $ 174,700 $ 218,700
HENDRIE,ANDREW M 057610288 250 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 34,900 $ - $ 34,900 $ 34,900 $ 106,500 $ 141,400
MYERS,LACEY M & MARTHA C 057612308 157 IRMA ST. $ 33,100 $ 75,600 $ 108,700 $ 33,100 $ 111,100 $ 144,200
LANIGAN,MISTY A 057614216 227 TRAFALGAR DR. $ 43,400 $ - $ 43,400 $ 43,400 $ 121,600 $ 165,000
BEQUETTE,JANINE M 057707117 169 HOLMES ST. $ 36,500 $ - $ 36,500 $ 36,500 $ 86,900 $ 123,400
KACZANOWKI,PAUL L & BARBARA 057707118 171 HOLMES ST. $ 33,100 $ - $ 33,100 $ 33,100 $ 81,900 $ 115,000
PATEL,DIXIT R & SWETA D 057707119 173 HOLMES ST $ 33,100 $ - $ 33,100 $ 33,100 $ 81,900 $ 115,000
KACZANOWKI,PAUL L & BARBARA 057707120 175 HOLMES ST. $ 33,100 $ - $ 33,100 $ 33,100 $ 81,900 $ 115,000
MIDWAY DEVELOPERS INC 057707121 177 HOLMES ST. $ 33,100 $ - $ 33,100 $ 33,100 $ 81,900 $ 115,000
Batch 1 July 22, 2005
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MIDWAY DEVELOPERS INC 057707122 179 HOLMES ST. $ 33,100 $ - $ 33,100 $ 33,100 $ 81,900 $ 115,000
MIDWAY DEVELOPERS INC 057707123 181 HOLMES ST. $ 33,100 $ - $ 33,100 $ 33,100 $ 81,900 $ 115,000
GARCIA,JESSICA L & THERESA 057707124 183 HOLMES ST. $ 36,500 $ - $ 36,500 $ 36,500 $ 88,600 $ 125,100
DONOHUE,JOSEPH P & ANNE E 057711315 306 REGENT ST. $ 43,000 $ - $ 43,000 $ 43,000 $ 131,500 $ 174,500
AKPOIDRISSOU,JAFFAR 057711316 308 REGENT ST. $ 43,000 $ - $ 43,000 $ 43,000 $ 125,700 $ 168,700
HYRONEMUS,KEVIN E. 057711317 310 REGENT ST. $ 45,000 $ 137,500 $ 182,500 $ 45,000 $ 137,500 $ 182,500
HIDDEN CREEK LLC 058506102 7 RIVERSIDE RD $ 91,000 $ - $ 91,000 $ 91,000 $ 183,400 $ 274,400
KUHNER,JOSHUA P 058506103 11 RIVERSIDE RD.. $ 91,500 $ - $ 91,500 $ 91,500 $ 186,300 $ 277,800
WILLIAMS,DONALD E 058506104 15 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 91,000 $ - $ 91,000 $ 91,000 $ 171,600 $ 262,600
BRENCHLEY,ELAINE M 058506105 19 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 184,800 $ 275,400
MARQUETTE,MICHAEL J. & ROGERS,JILL M. 058506106 23 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 180,100 $ 270,700
HURLEY,MICHAEL G JR 058506107 27 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 176,200 $ 266,800
BRYANT,DEBORAH S & MICHAEL W 058506108 31 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 180,600 $ 271,200
KOWALSKI,RICHARD & MARGARET 058506109 35 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 176,400 $ 267,000
BAILOR,ANDREW L.E. & ANNE E 058506110 39 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 190,100 $ 280,700
ALK TRYST 1 (KRISCHE,ANITA - TRUSTEE) 058506111 43 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 176,800 $ 267,400
VON THYSSEN,INGRID & WILLIAM 058506112 47 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 184,900 $ 275,500
CHEN,GWENDYLINE Y.Y. & DAVID H.T. 058506159 106 CREEK BEND RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 168,700 $ 259,300
GUARRAGGI,CALOGERO & ROSALIE 058506161 14 RIVERSIDE RD $ 91,700 $ - $ 91,700 $ 91,700 $ 215,900 $ 307,600
BIXBY,KEVIN E & PENNY L 058506162 18 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 168,200 $ 258,800
HOHREIN,RONALD W. JR. 058506163 22 RIVERSIDE RD. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 202,700 $ 293,300
HOWARD,PHILLIP W. JR. & CYNTHIA D. 058506164 26 RIVERSIDE DR. $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 182,100 $ 272,700
CHESTNEY,YLONDA Y. 058506165 30 RIVERSIDE RD $ 90,600 $ - $ 90,600 $ 90,600 $ 185,900 $ 276,500
ZIENNEKER,PAMELA L 065818104 59 KAREN PL. $ 27,400 $ - $ 27,400 $ 27,400 $ 68,000 $ 95,400
STACEY,MARK W 065818137 111SUSAN PL. $ 27,900 $ - $ 27,900 $ 27,900 $ 68,000 $ 95,900
BIDDLE,CHERYL A. 065818153 110 SUSAN PL. $ 27,100 $ - $ 27,100 $ 27,100 $ 68,000 $ 95,100
DANNER,JOSEPH F JR & AGNES J 05581410104 4 MICHELE DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 137,900 $ 137,900
LEVERTON,CLAUDIA L 05581410107 7 MICHELE DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 91,300 $ 91,300
Batch 1 July 22, 2005
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GESSFORD,,LEO E & JOAN E 05581410108 8 MICHELE DR. $ - $ - $ - # $ - $ 142,500 $ 142,500
FRANCZKOWSKI,JAMES B & MARY F 05581410112 12 MICHELE DR. $ - $ - $ - # $ - $ 135,000 $ 135,000
BEIMAC LLC 05771410402 613 S. DUPONT HWY $ 171,000 $ - $ 171,000 $ 171,000 $ 1,034,200 $ 1,205,200
HENRY,CHARLOTTE J 055814101111 111 KURT DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 133,400 $ 133,400
KILLIAN,WILLIAM J SR & RUTH E 055818201405 405 MOORE PL. $ - $ 89,700 $ 89,700 $ - $ 101,500 $ 101,500
KARAS,FRANCIS P & INGRID H 065814101104 104 KURT DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 101,200 $ 101,200
NIXON,GERARD & KATHYRN 065814101554 554 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 117,400 $ 117,400
WOREK,WALTER J & LINDA L 065814101711 711 MCGINNIS DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 130,600 $ 130,600
MCGUIRE,FRANCIS P JR & DIANNE F 065814101802 802 FARRALL DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 124,100 $ 124,100
CARR,JOHN D & ROSE A 065814101803 803 FARRALL DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 124,100 $ 124,100
TIERSCH,ALBERT W & JEAN 065818201809 809 FARRALL DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 129,500 $ 129,500
TURNER,STEPHEN T & EDNA M 065818201406 406 MOORE PL. $ - $ 65,000 $ 65,000 $ - $ 118,600 $ 118,600
ROSEN,ROBERT P & PATRICIA A 065818201407 407 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 117,100 $ 117,100
HIGGINS,THOMAS A & CATHERINE S 065818201409 409 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 124,600 $ 124,600
CHRZANOWSKI,EDWARD B & ANNA A 065818201410 410 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 129,900 $ 129,900
ROSCOE,WILLIAM M & DOROTHY L 065818201414 414 MOORE PL $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 129,900 $ 129,900
OTT,DORIS 065818201420 420 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 116,000 $ 116,000
JOHNSON,LADEAN M 065818201422 422 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 125,400 $ 125,400
OATES,ROBERTA M 065818201423 423 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 126,800 $ 126,800
JONES,ANN ROMAINE 065818201425 425 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 95,100 $ 95,100
GEHRY,RODNEY B & JAMES,JOSEPH B 065818201433 433 MOORE PL. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 125,800 $ 125,800
HODGSON,FREDERICK W III & MARYELLEN V 065818201525 525 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 143,600 $ 143,600
VISVIKIS,RUTH ANN 065818201536 536 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 114,500 $ 114,500
TIMOTHY,JOHN E & MARY T 065818201537 537 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 101,300 $ 101,300
MCRAE,JOHN R & MARY A 065818201538 538 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 111,400 $ 111,400
BEDESEM,VIRGINIA M 065818201541 541 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 115,200 $ 115,200
Batch 1 July 22, 2005
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TATE,WALTER T & CLAUDETTE N 065818201542 542 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 119,800 $ 119,800
SCHIERA,BERNARD S & SANDRIA A 065818201543 543 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 145,600 $ 145,600
POHLMANN,BARBARA A 065818201544 544 WEAVER DR. $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 127,500 $ 127,500
TOTAL $ 5,054,100 $ 20,209,800
Batch 1 July 22, 2005
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CITY CLERK/ALDERMAN REPORT
FINES - AUGUST 2005
COURT OF
CITY J.P. COMMON
MONTH ALDERMAN COURT #7 PLEAS
August 2005 $52,665.00 $23,052.48 $10,995.03
July 2005 **** 16,320.00 22,625.10 11,066.82
June 2005 29,060.00 19,547.35 12,230.88
May 2005 15,675.00 20,162.22 9,425.86
April 2005 14,455.00 19,332.65 12,965.32
March 2005 28,200.00 22,284.30 11,384.92
February 2005 16,185.00 19,869.47 14,650.56
January 2005 17,840.00 20,181.57 10,585.96
December 2004 21,710.00 20,921.41 8,388.97
November 2004 17,339.00 22,537.76 10,384.64
October 2004 23,949.10 22,866.23 11,836.94
September 2004 24,680.00 24,093.75 10,857.13
August 2004 23,555.00 29,733.49 8,362.40
Accumulated Fines to Date $190,400.00 $167,055.14 $93,305.35
Same Period - 2004 127,575.00 176,207.23 78,779.70
Difference $62,825.00 ($9,152.09) $14,525.65
Deferred Payments
June 2005 n/a $ 553,240.25 n/a
June 2004 n/a $ 571,666.57 n/a
CCP ' 04
CCP '05
JP Court '04
JP Court '05
Alderman '04
Alderman '05
60,000.00 80,000.00 100,000.00 120,000.00 140,000.00 160,000.00 180,000.00 200,000.00
JCG/jcr SUBMITTED BY: CITY CLERK/ALDERMAN
****Please note the incorrect dollar amount was inadvertently inserted for the month of July 2005 for the Court of
Common Pleas Fines. The correct amount is now shown.
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CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
August 2005
“ROAD TO RESULTS”
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MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS
Administrative Services
Conducted 2005-2006 Budget Post Mortem meeting with all department heads.
Continued meetings with Mark Callan and/or Paul Gallagher regarding new CIP computer program.
Continued work on 2006 final Budget and CIP.
Continued to work with Bob Herbst and Lynn Nordin of Virchow Krause on Connectivity Needs
Study and VoIP.
Continued participation in APPA’s Customer Service Benchmarking Survey along with Kathy
Divver.
Electric
Electric crews are on standby as backup for Delaware Electric Coop while its crews assist in
restoring electric in the Louisiana/Mississippi area.
Human Resources
Assisted with interviews for two open positions.
Conducted meeting with department heads to gather feedback regarding the Pay-for-Performance
evaluation.
Attended the Delaware Employer Council meeting.
Participated in an informational meeting about the 2005 United Way Campaign.
Information Technology
Installed 21 new computers and removed the old ones from service per the annual life-cycle
process.
Blocked 29,744 junk e-mails and detected 221 viruses before the City network and employees were
impacted.
Web Programmer position has been filled.
The project to relocate our Internet site to new remote server is active. The increase in pages
viewed for the fourth quarter is an anomaly caused by our activity in this process versus a radical
increase in customers accessing the site.
First round of I/T Help Desk training was offered to all departments.
The tape drive on the iSeries server was replaced due to hardware failure.
The building at Dover Park was almost struck by lightning that caused limited damage to computer
equipment.
Delaware.net, a local business, helped with programming for the new CIP system.
Parks, Recreation & Library
1,091 people attended 24 children's programs at the library.
Campus Community School will be using the multi-purpose field at Dover Park for its girls field
hockey program.
The Dover High School Field Hockey team used the field at Dover Park as its home field for the first
scrimmage game as its field was not ready on time.
Public Works
Received 23 brown water complaints.
Director of Public Works attended the PER-202 Managing Civil Actions in Threat Incidents (MCATI)
Protester Devices Workshop.
Director of Public Works attended NIMS Train-the-Trainer Course at the Delaware State Fire
School.
Work has been completed on the Dover High School ditch project.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
Work Orders Processed Extensions of Credit
2,420 800
615
2,500
552
1,991 481 498 500 479
2,250 600
477 465
1,824
463 434
395 384
1,677
2,000
1,649 1,585
1,563 1,551 1,557
400
1,491
285
1,451
1,750
1,500 1,346 1,316 200
1,250
0
1,000 Aug- Sep- Oct- Nov- Dec- Jan- Feb- M ar- Apr- M ay- Jun- Jul- Aug-
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE CUSTOMER PAYMENT USAGE
Fiscal Year 2006 Fiscal Year 2005
Drive-Thru
Bank Drafts, Drive-Thru Bank Drafts,
Window ,
3,266 , 9% Window , 2,853 , 5%
Credit Cards, 6,485 , 12%
6,700 , 19% Credit Cards,
3,891 , 11% 3,201 , 6%
Mail, Drop Over the Mail, Drop Over the
Box, 10,338 , Counter, Box, 29,608 , Counter,
29% 11,143 , 32% 54% 12,378 , 23%
R E P O R T O F O P E R A T IO N S
FY 2006 FY 2005
Aug 2005 Aug 2004 D iffe re n c e Y e a r-to -D a te Y e a r-to -D a te
F in a l B ills 828 698 130 1 ,4 5 2 1 ,4 0 5
E s tim a te d B ills 191 217 (2 6 ) 344 428
C u ts fo r N o n -P a ym e n t 798 547 251 1 ,3 1 6 998
E x te n s io n s o f C re d it - A m o u n t E x te n d e d $ 1 0 6 ,4 0 4 .4 3 $ 1 0 0 ,3 9 2 .4 4 $ 6 ,0 1 1 .9 9 $ 1 7 2 ,6 2 3 .2 6 $ 1 6 7 ,3 9 1 .0 5
B a la n c e T ra n s fe rs $ 4 ,5 5 8 .6 0 $ 6 ,0 7 3 .1 7 ($ 1 ,5 1 4 .5 7 ) $ 7 ,1 9 3 .9 8 $ 1 0 ,6 6 1 .3 8
U tility C o lle c tio n s $ 5 0 ,3 0 0 .8 4 $ 3 6 ,6 9 1 .4 6 $ 1 3 ,6 0 9 .3 8 $ 5 2 ,9 3 6 .2 2 $ 6 5 ,1 1 8 .3 8
S p e c ia l A s s e s s m e n ts $ 5 0 0 .0 0 $ 1 6 0 .0 0 $ 3 4 0 .0 0 $ 6 0 0 .0 0 $ 1 6 0 .0 0
M is c e lla n e o u s B illin g s $ 1 4 ,9 5 3 .3 9 $ 1 0 6 ,4 5 5 .5 6 ($ 9 1 ,5 0 2 .1 7 ) $ 1 3 0 ,6 9 2 .4 4 $ 1 4 7 ,2 4 5 .0 0
R e tu rn s - C h e c k s $ 9 ,9 7 5 .8 8 $ 1 4 ,9 4 6 .7 9 ($ 4 ,9 7 0 .9 1 ) $ 3 1 ,0 2 9 .8 3 $ 2 8 ,6 4 1 .0 7
R e tu rn C h e c k C h a rg e s $ 8 7 5 .0 0 $ 1 ,3 7 5 .0 0 ($ 5 0 0 .0 0 ) $ 1 ,5 1 5 .0 0 $ 3 ,3 3 2 .3 7
P e n a ltie s P o s te d $ 1 1 ,6 4 5 .2 6 $ 8 ,7 6 2 .9 4 $ 2 ,8 8 2 .3 2 $ 2 0 ,9 1 8 .9 2 $ 1 7 ,5 9 3 .2 3
C u ts fo r N o n -P a ym e n t - A m o u n t $ 1 7 0 ,7 1 6 .3 5 $ 9 2 ,4 4 4 .6 1 $ 7 8 ,2 7 1 .7 4 $ 2 4 7 ,8 4 2 .1 5 $ 1 5 6 ,8 4 0 .7 3
R e c o n n e c ts - S e rv ic e C h a rg e s $ 1 8 ,0 5 0 .0 0 $ 1 2 ,1 5 0 .0 0 $ 5 ,9 0 0 .0 0 $ 3 2 ,3 5 0 .0 0 $ 2 5 ,1 0 0 .0 0
C o u rt C a s e s $ 0 .0 0 $ 0 .0 0 $ 0 .0 0 $ 0 .0 0 $ 0 .0 0
T a m p e rin g s 2 4 (2 ) 2 4
N O T E : W e h a v e d e te rm in e d th a t th e lo w "M a il, D ro p B o x " c o u n ts fo r A u g u s t 2 0 0 5 a re d u e to a n e rro r in
c o u n tin g m a il p ro c e s s e d b y th e R e m itta n c e P ro c e s s in g S y s te m . T h e In fo rm a tio n T e c h n o lo g y D e p a rtm e n t
is a w a re o f th e p ro b le m re la te d to th e R P S a n d is w o rk in g o n a s o lu tio n .
SOP / CIP Updates
Allow new customers to sign up for utility service on the City’s Web site.
Re-sequence and re-route meter routes.
With the assistance of the Central Services, Information Technology and Human Resources directors, develop an
internal customer satisfaction survey and survey internal users.
Work with the City Manager’s Office to restructure Administrative Services to Customer Services.
Install an Itron Mobile Collection System with GPS mapping in Meter Reading to maximize efficiency, reduce costs and
improve performance. This is a two-year project. We are currently working with the Electric Department in meter
change-outs to prepare for this system.
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CENTRAL SERVICES
Fleet Operations & Mainteance Costs Item s on Hand With No Usage Over 36 Months
80,000 200
70,000 $800,000
60,000 $700,000
50,000 150
$600,000
40,000 $500,000
30,000 100 $400,000
20,000 $300,000
10,000 $200,000
0 50 $100,000
A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
To tal Do llars To tal Wo rk Orders Electric Water General
Work Orders 189 Electric $618,611.54
Fleet Maintenance $5,970.37 (Excludes Melvin’s Sunoco) Water $ 29,763.06
Fuel $40,590.88 General $ 43,611.95
Stock Purchases by Fund Warehouse Stock
$300,000 $2,450,000.00 2,800
$2,400,000.00
$250,000 $2,350,000.00 2,750
$200,000 $2,300,000.00
$2,250,000.00 2,700
$150,000 $2,200,000.00 2,650
$100,000 $2,150,000.00
$2,100,000.00 2,600
$50,000 $2,050,000.00
$0 $2,000,000.00 2,550
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Electric Water General Total Dollar Value Total Line Items
Electric $41,982.07 Water $45,168.90 General $6,932.30 Total Dollar Value $2,358,284.85 Total Line Items 2,638
SOP / CIP Updates (percentages below represent percent completed)
Purchase a two-post truck lift for Fleet Maintenance. The lift was ordered on July 7, 2005 and received on August 4,
2005 from Kunkel Service Company. (100%)
Implement Fiscal Year 2006 ADA Compliance Program. (10%)
Assist the Senior City Administrator in conducting a survey to determine internal customer satisfaction. (0%)
Renovation of Pear Street Warehouse – Project #SP001. Ongoing – three-year project. (45%)
Handicap Accessibility to City Council Chambers. Study in progress. (35%)
Pole Barn for William Street Yard – Project #FM0405. Relocation of materials from the yard to the Pear Street
Warehouse has been completed. (100%) Council approved purchase of materials for construction of pole barn on
November 22, 2004. Materials received from Delmarva Pole Building Supply, Inc. on December 15, 2004.
Construction continues as weather permits. (80%)
Citywide Fiber Optic Network with support from I/T. (0%)
Fuel Management System. Draft sent by Pete Gregg to I/T and Finance for review. (5%)
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ELECTRIC
System Peak Total System Load
175.0 83,284 85,314
157.5 159.8 167.0 76,880 72,829
100,000
141.9 69,275
200
61,535 64,279 61,130
114.3 106.7 101.8 59,155 56,392 57,350 55,149 56,686
80,000
150
107 119 112 106 102
MW 100 MWH 60,000
50 40,000
0 20,000
A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Outages No. of Customers Gained/Lost
30 4000
25
60 53
48
Customers
20 45
Outages
50
15 2000
37 34
40 31
10 30 23 21 24
18 19 19
5 20
0 0 10 3
A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug 0
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug
Outages Customers 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Outages 22 Customers 1,908
ELECTRIC OUTAGE REPORT
OUTAGE TIME TIME # OF URD
# DATE OUT IN CIRCUIT LOCATION DEVICE CUST. CAUSE ACTION OVH
05-0076 08-04 20:00 21:15 12403 Janes Court Grand Oaks Fuse 6 G Replaced Fuse URD
05-0077 08-05 22:10 00:43 1293 Richard Bassett Road Fuse 68 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0078 08-05 22:10 00:43 1293 Daniel Rodney Road Fuse 33 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0079 08-05 00:43 01:12 12401 South Fairfield Drive Fuse 55 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0080 08-05 01:12 03:20 12401 Highland Avenue Primary 25 B Replaced Primary OVH
05-0081 08-05 21:35 00:26 12502 Sipple Road Fuse 3 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0082 08-05 00:26 03:20 12403 Capitol Shopping Center Fuse 4 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0083 08-06 03:20 07:45 1293 David Hall Road Fuse 135 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0084 08-06 06:06 07:28 12904 West Denneys Road Fuse 4 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0085 08-06 07:45 08:08 12502 Donas Landing Road Fuse 1 B Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0086 08-08 09:28 11:05 12503 Horsepond Road Connector 1 H Repaired Connector OVH
05-0087 08-10 18:45 20:35 1260 Boggs Drive Service 1 C Installed New Wire OVH
05-0088 08-11 16:33 17:17 1261 Kirkwood Street Fuse 3 Q Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0089 08-12 02:30 03:21 12403 McDaniel Drive Fuse 37 Q Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0090 08-12 17:29 17:53 12403 Grand Oaks Fuse 6 G Replaced Fuse URD
05-0091 08-13 15:40 17:07 12502 2381 Whiteoak Road Trans 8 G Reset Transformer OVH
05-0092 08-19 17:14 17:55 467 120 North State Street Fuse 1 G Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0093 08-21 20:13 21:54 12602 8225 Bayside Drive Trans 1 A Replaced Trans. OVH
05-0094 08-24 05:52 07:00 1260 North East Avenue Fuse 51 E Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0095 08-25 09:50 10:40 12303 Capitol Park Fuse 154 Q Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0096 08-27 15:44 17:48 1224 School House Lane Fuse 34 E Replaced Fuse OVH
05-0097 08-30 16:10 19:17 12403 South State Street Pole 1277 D Replaced Pole OVH
CAUSE
A – Equipment Failure F – Overload K – Substation Equip. Q – Unknown
B – Lighting G – Overload (Trans) L – Switching Error X – Transformer
C – Tree Condition H – Weather Factor M – Bad URD
D – Auto Accident I – Primary Tap N – Contractor/Line Crew
E – Animal J – Dig In P – Homeowner
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Transmission and Distribution
Completed Projects Active Projects / % Completed Projects in Design / % Completed
Four Seasons Wild Meadows – Phase II – 98% 69KV to Mayfair Substation – 95%
Fiber Line - North Street - Slaughter Street – Duncan – 90% Mayfair Bus Work – 80%
West to VanSant Grandview Mobile Home Park – 80% Dover Air Force Base Line Relocation – 50%
Hidden Creek (formerly Delaware State University – 99 % 4KV to 12KV Conversion – 90%
Creekside) Cannon Mill – 0% Sherwood Lighting – 100%
Crawford Carroll Avenue 69KV Line to VanSant – 50% Mayfair Lighting - 100%
Division Street to Playtex – Wolf Creek – 10% Crossgates Lighting – 100%
Fiber Line Enterprise Business Park Lot #4 – 99% Kent Acres Rehab. – 20%
Delaware State News Emerald Pointe - 50% Governors Avenue Rehab. –
Kent Community Center Robbins Hose Company #1 – 70% State Contract – 100%
540 S. Governors Avenue - Stoneridge – 50% Riverwalk Hotel – 0%
Bayhealth Dover Post Office – 90% Creekstone Center – 70%
Rodney Village Lighting – 75% Fairfield Farm Addition – 99%
George & Lynch – 30% Loockerman Street Circle – State Contract –
Independence Square – 50% 10%
Modern Maturity Medical Center – 30% Chick-Fil-A – 0%
Creekstone Center – 5% Fiber Map – 0%
Lexington Farms – 0% 69KV Line Relocated to Garrison Tract
(Changed to Whiteoak Road) - 0%
SR1/SR9 Rebuild – 100%
New Burton Road Office Building – 50%
Cartanza Chicken – 40%
Cardiology 2 – 100%
Cell Towers – 100%
Client Logic – 0%
First Tenth – 100%
3241 Leipsic Road – 100%
ADA Improv. – 100%
Division Circuits – 50%
Dunkin’ Donuts – 75%
Clearview – 75%
Dover Air Force Base – 10%
Buffalo Wild Wings – 0%
Domino’s Pizza – 0%
DE Federal Credit Union – 5%
Dupont Manor (State Project) – 0%
% %
Underground Work Completed Overhead Work Completed
Install new three phase electric on State College 98% Pole replacements for poles tagged 84%
Road through the Pole Testing Program
Extend primary electric - Wild Meadows 92% Overhead maintenance Ongoing
Upgrade electric system - Grand View Mobile Home Maintenance of City lighting Ongoing
Park 95% New fiber optic installed from: 100%
Post Office Upgrade – 4KV to 12KV 40% William Street to Division Street
Hidden Creek 100% Electric Avenue to Railroad Avenue
Stoney Creek Ongoing Electric Avenue to VanSant
Village of Westover Ongoing Electric Avenue to Kent Substation
Wild Meadows Ongoing
Emerald Pointe Ongoing
Stone Ridge Ongoing
Four Seasons 100%
Kesselring Feeder 750 MCM 95%
William Henry Middle School 4KV to 12KV 100%
Bay Health MRI Unit 100%
Independent Newspapers new three phase service 100%
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FY 05 Meter Stats
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Meter Installations
w/electronic registers 250 251 200 181 176 290 179 229 340 247 260 309 361
RX/A1R CT (Current 0 0 1 3 2 0 0 0 0 2 1 0 0
Transformer)
Radio read 250 251 195 179 138 287 176 229 340 247 255 309 361
Meters Tested *661 614
Single phase 525 371 355 358 248 580 426 361 625 382 312 - -
Three phase 25 3 17 33 10 46 0 5 41 4 32 - -
Customer requests 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 - -
Meters Junked 201 170 167 134 116 308 184 168 226 177 183 277 383
Meters Removed 13 22 20 12 15 3 22 15 22 24 24 20 21
Meter Changes 199 226 160 146 138 261 136 185 261 175 198 251 301
New Services 34 28 30 31 24 17 30 33 53 51 46 40 35
Services Retired 5 0 2 4 4 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 1
System Operations Center
Switching schedules 2 8 8 8 4 3 8 3 3 2 12 0 8
Work orders 1041 870 508 648 792 726 621 861 972 844 1020 891 639
Miss Utility tickets called 2032 113 1458 1132 134 1449 153 1545 2082 1756 2007 1824 1334
back 4 4 0
Tickets located 553 563 475 558 341 484 457 536 1950 1929 2049 1938 2001
*Only the total number of meters tested will be provided beginning July 2005. There are no customer requests, so this
line will be eliminated.
Substation Relay
Substation Status
Division Street Construction completed - testing
All Substations Infrared testing
St. Jones Replaced LTC – Beckwith Control
SOP / CIP Updates (percentages below represent percent completed)
Change all mechanical electric meters to radio read electric meters. Meters have been ordered; waiting for delivery.
Prepare and design Feeders 3 and 4 from Cartanza Substation to Downtown Dover. Preliminary design complete; waiting for
comments from DelDOT.
Develop an Electric Department mapping system to assist crews with power restoration. Delivered first section of map.
Hire two junior engineers to replace senior system engineer and senior SCADA technician.
Investigate the purchasing of land adjoining the Electric Administration property on Buttner Place. Talks have begun.
Detail analysis of Fiscal Year 2050 Preliminary Generation Capacity Plan. Study to be reviewed at the upcoming DEMEC meeting
(September 21, 2005).
Preliminary design of “Blue Light” Safety Program system for downtown and City parks.
% Work % Work
CIP Project Completed CIP Project Completed
Mayfair 69/12 KV Transformer and Breaker * 30% SCADA Remote Terminal Units 0%
(Carry Balance) – Project #ES0105
4KV To 12KV Upgrade * (Carry Balance) – Project 25% Governors Avenue Rebuild – Project 0%
#ED0501 #EE0603
69 KV Feeders 3 and 4 – Project #EE0601 0% College Road Capacitor – Project #EE0604 0%
Outage Reporting System – Project #EE0504 5% System OPS Radio Replacement 0%
Pole Inventory System – Project #EE0503 5% Lighting Project and Rehab – Project 0%
#EE0605
Replacement of 69 KV Breakers 0% Conectiv 230 Line Rehab – Project #ES0103 0%
Mayfair to Mid City – Project #ET0502 2% Heart Start ADS 0%
Distribution Upgrades – Project #EV0601 4% Meter Testing Bench 0%
Kesselring Feeder – Project #EE0602 70%
* Project carried over from FY 05
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HUMAN RESOURCES
Customer Service Contacts Payroll Hours
700 8000
600 7000
500 6000
400 5000
300 4000
200 3000
100 2000
0 1000
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug 0
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Applications Processed 37 115 11 10 51 98 8 110 72 149 103 97 117
Overt ime 706 1532 1408 1525 1587 1665 2048 2724 960 938 1241 1426 3697
Employees Assisted 62 53 47 84 56 62 78 83 93 101 54 46 67
Sick 1415 2602 2457 2005 2258 2104 3800 4767 2352 1888 2244 855 1713
Citizens Assisted 89 76 58 72 68 83 75 91 68 84 167 98 151
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug
Category 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 Total
Caucasian 326 328 327 326 326 323 323 323 323 324 324 326 328 N/A
Minorities 60 63 64 64 64 64 64 65 64 64 63 65 65 N/A
Hired 2 7 1 1 0 1 1 5 1 1 1 6 3 30
Terminated / 3 4 2 2 1 4 1 4 2 0 2 2 1 28
Resigned / Retired
Promoted 0 1 4 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 2 3 0 14
Jobs Posted 5 2 1 5 1 5 5 6 9 1 6 1 5 52
Workers’ Comp. 6 10 1 2 3 7 0 1 7 4 0 1 7 49
Injuries
Workers’ Comp. Hours 519 76 15 0 1 0 238 240 82 120 0 0 12 1303
Workers’ Comp. hours may not be the result of injuries that occurred during the current month.
Jobs Posted – City Assessor, Planning & Inspections Director, Accountant I, Inspector I, Clerk Typist II (Inspections &
Planning)
Employees hired: Storekeeper I, Librarian II, Programmer Analyst
Workers' Comp Injuries Workers' Comp. Hours
700
15 600
500
10 400
300
200
5 100
0
0 A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Electric Public Works Police Others Electric Public Works Police Others
Electric – 3 Public Works - 3 Police – 1 Others - 0 Electric – 0 Public Works – 12 Police - 0 Others – 0
SOP / CIP Updates
Establish a CDL program which includes random drug testing. Research has been completed with other businesses.
Effectively negotiate a labor agreement with the FOP. Negotiations will begin in January 2006.
Work with Finance, Administrative Services, and the local Union leadership to investigate medical benefit alternatives for
employees and retirees. Work is ongoing.
New employee identification cards and organizational identification system. Two meetings have been held with ADVANTECH, the
current provider for the Police Department.
Partner with Kent County to participate in the 2006 Compensation Study. Met with the Kent County Human Resources Director; the
County has issued a RFP.
Customer Satisfaction Survey.
Address one weakness identified by the employee satisfaction survey. The results are being compiled.
Establish and communicate the Five Star Recognition Program demonstrating support of the men and women now serving in
America’s National Guard and Armed Services Reserve.
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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
www.DoverDE.net
Service Requests Received
120 $800
800
100
$600
600 80
60 $400
400
672 621 678 596 643 610 639 648 661 657 588
40
570 $200
200 438 20
0 $0
0 A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug
A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 Active Customers - 93 Net Income - $643
Active Customers Net Income
Supported PCs www.Dover.DE.US
230 600,000
220 500,000
210 400,000
529,255
Pages Viewed
395,767 399,062 414,820 417,307
300,000
387,261
200
340,436 375,965 380,425 342,793 356,035 382,056 356,260
190 200,000
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug 100,000
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
0
A ug Sep Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar A pr M ay Jun Jul A ug
PCs Supported Window s 2000 or XP 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
PC s Supported – 222 Windows 2000 or XP - 214
Performance Indicators Current Month Last Month Same Month Last Year
iSeries Availability 99.6% 100% 100%
Server Availability 100% 99.9% 100%
Programming Requests Completed 2 0 2
AS/400 Connections (concurrent/authorized users) 36% 36% 37%
PCs Supported 222 219 225
Servers Supported 6 6 6
(Availability statistics based on 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. M-F)
SOP / CIP Updates
Implement an Information Technology Emergency Preparedness Plan that will provide a platform for business
restoration within 48 hours of a major disaster. Second round of business analysis interviews were held with vendor.
Its business analysis and recommendation for solution as well as a draft RFP for implementation services are due in
September. A meeting has also been scheduled for early September with DEMA regarding the sub-grant application.
Develop and implement GIS (Graphical Information System) for the City. ESRI, world leader in GIS systems, is
scheduled to review our findings and to present in September what its products can do with our early HTE data
extractions.
Implement the NaviLine version of HTE, Inc., software to bring City employees from a text based terminal emulation
mode to a graphical interface that includes enhanced features. Council approved the budgeted expenditure in August,
and formal project planning has commenced with HTE. A meeting will be scheduled in September with module owners
and department heads to share the plan and continue the support necessary for the implementation process.
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PARKS, RECREATION & LIBRARY
Library
Adult Services Children Services
2800
4000
2400
3500
2000
3000
2500 1600
2000 1200
1500
800
1000
400
500
0 0
Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Reference Reader's Advisory Outreach Electronic Assistance Reference Reader's A dviso ry Outreach Electro nic A ssistance
Reference – 926 Reader’s Advisory – 482 Reference – 146 Reader’s Advisory - 150
Outreach – 242 Electronic Assistance – 922 Outreach – 100 Electronic Assistance - 51
Circulation August 05 FYTD 06 August 04 FYTD 05
Dover residents 16,435 32,350 16,070 32,061
Kent residents 18,344 36,702 15,922 32,929
Non-county residents 1,054 2,107 1,123 2,291
Registrations
Dover residents 245 427 164 290
Kent residents 279 474 158 314
Non-county residents 13 21 16 30
Other
Visiting patrons 21,968 41,339 18,233 36,076
Meeting room usage 20 60 60 100
Photocopier usage 2,024 3,955 1,680 3,379
Holds placed 1,198 2,533 1,198 2,457
Dial-a-Story 2,290 4,257 2,671 4,332
Internet usage 5,486 10,853 3,901 7,846
Other Points of Interest
Interlibrary: 2,088 items loaned out Technical services: Added 1,874 items
1,086 items borrowed Deleted 848 items
Volunteers completed 67.5 hours of service.
SOP / CIP Updates
Enhance the library’s Web page at www.doverpubliclibrary.org by adding 15 more links, five feedback forms and
surveying online users to determine the Web site’s functionality. Contacted the I/T Department regarding
necessity to update Web page and establish connection to Contribute software.
Develop potential locations, funding sources, and preliminary operating concepts for regional library in Dover. A
meeting has been scheduled with the Site Selection Committee.
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Parks and Recreation
Recreation Revenue Recreation Revenue Breakdown
$25,000.00
$24,145
$30,000
$20,000.00
$18,231
$25,000
$15,000.00
$12,985 14,229
$11,460
$20,000
$10,000.00
$8,241
$4,330.74
$15,000
$4,474 $5,731
$4,029
$5,000.00
$3,336 $2,812
$10,000
$5,000 $1,387 $0.00
Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug
$0 04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Aug Sep t Oct No v Dec Jan Feb M ar Ap r M ay Jun Jul Aug General Rental P ayments Spo rts
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 Leagues P A L & Spec. Events Trips
General - $50 Rental Payments - $1,317 Sports - $1,195
Leagues - $11,540 PAL & Special Events - $0 Trips - $127
Rentals August 05 FYTD 06 August 04 FYTD 05
Baseball/Softball Field Rentals 52 107 31 84
Dover Park Pavilions (2) 2 25 1 3
Multipurpose/Field Hockey Field Rentals 9 27 12 36
Recreation Center 24 66 9 34
Silver Lake Pavilions (2) 5 15 5 10
Soccer Field Rentals 4 8 8 12
Stage 5 10 6 12
Adult Tennis 10 10 7 7
Adult Field Hockey League 10 teams 10 teams 10 teams 10 teams
Field Hockey - youth 14 14 27 47
Learn-N-Play / All Sports Skills 10 40 N/A 77
Learn-N-Play / Golf Skills 4 40 N/A 77
Learn-N-Play / Soccer Skills 10 40 N/A 77
Delaware Prevention Network Weed and Seed
Creating Lasting Family Connections continued Monthly Steering Committee was held August 9, 2005.
to establish collaborations with local agencies. Continued implementing steps for “official recognition.”
Zach Carter & Carolyn Courtney met with Sherwanda Rachel traveled to Los Angeles for the National
Zenobia Chisolm of DPA and its new director, Weed & Seed Conference.
John Moore. Letter of Intent was sent on behalf of Weed & Seed on August
31, 2005.
SOP / CIP Updates
Initiate Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance in City parks and recreational facilities. Working on the
proposed handicap accessible sidewalk from Whiteoak Road into the Recreation Center.
Implement a maintenance plan for each park and playground. Reviewed plan with staff.
Implement Construction Plan for indoor recreation facility. Working to secure the necessary funding.
West Side Recreation Center (two-year project). Working to secure the necessary funding.
Playground Equipment Replacement Program (two-year project) – Project #PR0503. Workshop held for youth in
Towne Point and Whiteoak to pick the playground equipment they would like to have in the park.
Dover Park Enhancement –- Project #PR0504. The application for State match has been submitted.
Mayfair Park Playground Enhancement – Project #PR0505. The application for State match has been submitted.
Mirror Lake Dredging – Reviewed report from Chuck Williams and prepared copies for Silver Lake Commission
meeting on September 6, 2005.
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PUBLIC WORKS
Administration and Engineering
Administrative review and inspection services continued on all residential and commercial developments. The
following residential subdivisions are in various phases of construction:
Baytree (Phase III) Oak Shadows
Village of Westover (Phases III, IV & V) Four Seasons
Fox Hall West Addition (Phases II & III) Stoney Creek (Phase II)
Fox Hall West (Phase IV) Wild Meadows
Maple Glen Village of Cannon Mill
Acorn Farms (Phases II & III) Hidden Creek
Emerald Pointe
Construction
Inspection continued on 22 subdivisions under construction and 40 individual sites.
Utility crew:
1. Dover High School Ditch – Completed installation of retaining wall and excavated out for pond
area.
2. Cartanza Substation – Repaired washout areas with top soil and seeded. Also regraded swale,
topsoiled and seeded. Riprap placed on edge of pond to stabilize bank.
3. Wesley Church – Cut out area over sewer lateral, excavated 8 feet, 7 inches down to pipe to
inspect. Lateral is in poor shape. Prepared to run new lateral from manhole to Church
approximately 100 feet.
FY-05 Street Program – Concrete work started on Mary Street. West Street paved.
FY-06 Street Program – Work began on Woodcrest pedestrian walkway.
Hidden Creek – Contractor continued site work in Phase II. 1,500 LF of curbing and 750 SF of sidewalk
installed.
Village of Westover Phase IV – Site work continued with installation of 600 SF of public sidewalks.
Cannon Mill – Base asphalt laid in Phase I. Installed 2,000 LF of water main. Hydrostatic tested 1,000
LF. Work continues on storm water management pond.
Emerald Pointe – Contractor proof rolled subbase for Topaz Circle. Base asphalt laid in Phase I.
Maple Glen – Contractor uncovered blowoff at end of Northgate Drive.
Elks Lodge – Sanitary sewer mains passed air and lamp testing. Installed 46 LF of curbing on
Bicentennial Blvd.
Wolf Creek – Water system passed hydrostatic and Bac-T testing but cannot be placed into service until
as-built drawings have been submitted and approved by Department of Public Health.
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Sanitation
Monthly Total Refuse Collection (Tons) Sanitation Hours
1050.19
1173.02
827.66
1101.88
1400 1110.44
1112.92
1052
1004.30
1005
770.27 1250
992.86
1168.78
946.59
1200 729.87
864.26
1228.29 1000 764
734.40
1000 698.45
696.10
678
667.20
624
1114.02
739.95 750 582
540.28
800
501.31
1257.18
397.98 416.57 433.55
600 500
250
37.5 78.5
8
400
200 0 Electronic
Hand Trash
Bulk Collection
0 Mechanized Container
Goods Pickup 18.5
Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb M ar Apr M ay Jun Jul Aug
Aug 05
Collection Collection
04 04 04 04 04 05 05 05 05 05 05 05 05
Bulk Automated Repair/Delivery Aug 04
AUGUST 05 FYTD 06 AUGUST 04 FYTD 05
Tons Dry Waste Collected 332.85 671.29 280.94 578.76
Tipping Fee Savings Realized $5,492.03 $12,091.61 $5,380.54 $10,707.06
Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 375 719 334 680
Total Tonnage to DSWA 1,997.13 3,809.60 1,840.22 3,698.59
90-Gallon Containers Delivered 50 109 19 38
300-Gallon Containers Delivered 1 1 21 30
Streets
AUGUST 05 FYTD 06 AUGUST 04 FYTD 05
Signs Installed 69 76 36 67
Signs Repaired 5 24 16 35
New Posts Installed 17 20 9 9
Storm Catch Basins Cleaned 0 0 62 62
Storm Catch Basin Cleaning (Hrs.) 0 0 62 62
Hot Mix Patching (Tons) 9 61 36 40
Cold Mix Patching (Hrs.) 66 9,226 51 65
Concrete Work (Hrs.) 140 254 261 591
Street and Alley Maintenance (Hrs.) 177 329 177 656
Street Sweeping (Miles) 1,697 3,114 1,474 2,835
Street Sweeping (Cubic Yards) 240 432 229 415
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Grounds
Arborist Crew
AUGUST 05 AUGUST 04
Trees Trimmed 88 151
Trees Removed 14 19
Root Pruning 12 14
Beautification Crew
Maintained 53 flower beds, 18 containers, and 137 hanging baskets including watering, weeding, deadheading,
fertilizing, and scratching.
Attended the annual Nursery and Turf Expo.
Watered ivy plants at the Bicentennial Village entrance island and at the Dover High School Ditch project.
Landscape Repair/Special Projects Crew
Applied 89 gallons of Roundup Pro herbicide at numerous locations around the City.
Hauled 15 loads of mulch to entrance island at the Blue Hen Corporate Center.
Tilled and graded three softball infields at Schutte Park.
Planted 2,500 English Ivy plants along the wall at the Dover High School Ditch project.
Hauled 31,000 gallons of water to put on sod planted in two soccer fields at Schutte Park.
Grounds Maintenance/Mowing Crews
Mowed 260 acres of turf and some of the tax ditches.
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Water/Wastewater
Water Production/Billed Consumption/Flow to Kent County
250000000
200000000
Gallons 150000000
100000000
50000000
0
Aug 04 Sep 04 Oct 04 Nov 04 Dec 04 Jan 05 Feb 05 Mar 05 Apr 05 May 05 Jun 05 Jul 05 Aug 05
Total Water Production Billed Consumption Total Flow to Kent County
Total Water Production – 189,242,000 Billed Consumption –170,872,000 Total Flow to Kent County – 181,136,385
AUGUST 05 AUGUST 04
Water Production – Daily Average 6,104,581 5,626,403
Fire Hydrants – Flushed 0 0
Fire Hydrants – Tested 0 7
Final Readings 315 197
Cutoffs 17 21
Turn-ons 9 21
New Inspections 57 44
Curb Boxes Located 99 82
Curb Boxes Adjusted 18 16
Water Service Lines Repaired 15 10
Water Meters Repaired 16 0
Radio Technology Installations 139 120
New Meters Added 27 46
Total Water Meters in City Distribution System 12,706 12,231
AUGUST 05 AUGUST 04
L.F. Sewer Lines Flushed 79,042 39,445
Sewer Lines Inspected 80,542 40,345
Feet Sewer Mains Videotaped 354 1,050
Manholes Inspected 604 259
Manholes Cleaned 595 249
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SOP/CIP Updates
Fully implement the City’s NPDES permit compliance measures and begin developing an overall strategy for the
creation of a stormwater utility for the City. Mailed flier and worked on other action items.
Implement the park maintenance plan created by the Parks & Recreation Department by hiring one lead laborer to
perform all of the work outlined in the plan. Job posted. Applications due September 16, 2005.
Reduce number of brown water complaints through the replacement of the old cast iron pipe system and the
improvement of system hydraulics. Staff maintained complaint log and provided Black & Veatch with requested
background information.
Reduce cost to the City arising from inflow/infiltration. Worked on camera contract and smoke-testing contract.
Integrate the new pump station mechanic crew into the maintenance operations.
Investigate the feasibility of turning over appropriate sewer pump stations to Kent County Levy Court.
% of Work % of Work
CIP Project Completed CIP Project Completed
Streets & Grounds Division Water Supply
FY-2005 Street Program – Project #ST0501 80% Water System Master Plan Update * - 97%
Project #WD0401)
FY-2006 Street Program – Project #ST0601 5% Elevated Storage Tank 0%
Painting/Maintenance Contract –
Project #WS0604
FY-2006 Concrete Program - Project #ST0602 58% Meter Reading Technology Upgrade – 16%
Project #WS0603
Generic Subdivision Signs - Project #ST0505 10% Well Head Redevelopment Program – 5%
Project #WS0606
Silver Lake Dam Improvements * 0%
Silver Lake Footbridge Replacement * - Project 30%
#PR0506
Water Division Sanitary Sewer
Miscellaneous Distribution System Improvements – 0% Puncheon Run Motor Control & Pump 5%
Project #WS0602 Replacement (Construction) * -
Project #WW0505
Southeast Water Loop (Design Phase) – Project 10% Garrison Oak Pumping Station 0%
#WD0701 (Construction) – Project #WW0304
Scarborough Road Interconnection (Tidewater) – 0% Puncheon Run Interceptor Sewer 55%
Project #WD0601 Extension (Design) – Project
#WW0302
Cast Iron Main Replacement / Relining Project 0% U.S. 13 East Sanitary Sewer 2%
Interceptor * - Project #WW0101
Water Quality Study * - Project #WD0504 20% Inflow/Infiltration Removal – Project 5%
#WS0501
Division Street Water Main Upgrade * - Project 5%
#WD0304
* Project carried over from FY 05
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Office of the Mayor
MEMORANDUM
TO: Members of City Council
FROM: Stephen R. Speed, Mayor
DATE: September 20, 2005
RE: Monthly Report –August 2005
It is an honor and pleasure to provide you with the efforts of the Mayor’s office for August 2005.
As always, I would be happy to answer any questions or provide any additional information.
Here are the highlights for the Mayor’s office for August:
Date Event/Meeting/Activity
6 512th Airlift Wing (AW) Annual Picnic – The 512th AW hosted its annual picnic at Dover
Air Force Base. Col. Rutland, Col. Cox, event sponsors (Cingular, DFCU) and thousands
of members of the 512th AW attended the picnic.
9 Delaware Air Park Joint Use Facility Dedication – Delaware State University (DSU) and
the Delaware River & Bay Authority (DRBA) hosted the dedication of the new hanger
and joint use air facility at Delaware Air Park in Cheswold. Gov. Minner, Sen. Carper,
DSU President Sessoms, members of the DRBA, other elected officials, DSU faculty,
and members of the public attended.
Federal Transportation Bill Funding Announcement – Sen. Carper and his staff hosted
the formal announcement of the adoption of the federal transportation bill at Schutte
Park, next to Wyoming Mill Road. The federal bill includes earmarked funds to
straighten Wyoming Mill Road and to complete the Clarence Street extension. Sen.
Carper, Council President Williams, Councilmen Carey, Ruane, and Sadusky, Ms.
Wieczoreck, Mr. Galvin, Mr. Carter, and members of the local media attended the
announcement.
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Mayor’s Monthly Report
August 2005
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15 Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce (CDCC) Annual Military Construction
(MILCON) Briefing – The CDCC hosted the Annual MILCON Briefing at the Sheraton.
Sen. Biden, Sen. Carper, Rep. Castle, Levy Court President Burris, Col. Cox, Col.
Rutland, retired Gen. Bundy, and other members of Levy Court, Dover City Council and
the CDCC attended the briefing.
Bank of America/MBNA Merger Preliminary Transition Meeting – Gov. Minner hosted a
preliminary meeting with officials from Band of America and MBNA at her office in
Dover. Gov. Minner, State Economic Development Secretary Cherry, New Castle
County Administrator Coons, Levy Court President Burris, a representative from the City
of Wilmington, and representatives from Bank of America and MBNA attended the
meeting.
17 Chesapeake Section of the American Water Works Association (CSAWWA) Annual
Conference – CSAWWA hosted its annual conference for the first time in Dover at the
Sheraton. Gov. Minner and several hundred members of the CSAWWA attended the
conference.
Sister School Agreement Signing – The Capital School District hosted the signing of a
Sister School Agreement with Kakuda Senior High School, near Iwanuma, Miyagi
Prefecture in Japan. All members of the Capital School District Board of Directors,
Capital School District staff, Mr. Takahashi and Mr. Ishizawa from Kakuda, and
members of the public attended the signing ceremony.
24 Delaware Emergency Management Agency (DEMA) Public Assistance Workshop –
DEMA hosted a public assistance workshop to provide public entities with information
on the procedures for receiving federal assistance in the event of a disaster. Mr.
DePrima, Mr. Roan from Public Works, representatives from other public agencies, and
DEMA representatives attended the workshop.
25 Malmberg Hall Ribbon Cutting – Wesley College hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to
commemorate the opening of the college’s new dormitory, Malmberg Hall. Council
President Williams, Dr. Scott Miller, members of the Malmberg family, and other staff
and friends of Wesley College attended the ribbon cutting.
26 Bayhealth Evening Under the Stars – Bayhealth hosted its annual fundraising event on
the lawn of the Scull Mansion. Elected officials and Bayhealth supporters, staff, and
volunteers attended the event.
28 Philip S. Young Viewing and Memorial Service – Robbins Hose Company hosted the
memorial service and viewing for volunteer fireman, Philip S. Young at Station Number
#1. Mr. Young died from an accident while serving the fire company and the citizens of
Dover. Councilmen Carey and Slavin, Chief Bashista, and representatives from all of the
fire companies in Delaware attended the service.
30 Kent County Emergency Preparedness Workshop – Kent County Emergency Services
hosted a workshop at their Emergency Operations Center to provide information
regarding emergency assistance to local officials and emergency personnel. Levy Court
Commissioners Ennis and Angel, Kent County Administrator McLeod and other local
officials and staff attended the workshop.
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Mayor’s Monthly Report
August 2005
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Other meetings/events and grand openings/ribbon cuttings attended:
City Council
Legislative, Finance & Administration Committee
Utility Committee
Safety Advisory & Transportation Committee
Weed & Seed
Rotary
Constituent Meetings
Capital Transportation Meeting with State Secretary of Transportation
Delmarva Rural Ministries Open House
Dover Community Partnership
League of Local Governments Vulnerability Assessments
DelDOT Delaware Air Park Expansion Public Workshop
Wild Meadows Neighborhood Association
Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast Committee
Dover Art League Summer Class Exhibition
Capital School District Opening Ceremonies
Caesar Rodney School District Opening Ceremonies
Towne Point Civic Association
Dover Transit Center
Schwartz Center for the Arts Public Service Announcement
Dover Police Department Service Awards
Capital School District Facilities Planning Team
Wawa Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting
Wesley College Informational Luncheon
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MONTHLY REPORT
Department of Planning & Inspections
P.O. Box 475
Dover, DE 19903
Phone: (302) 736-7010 Fax (302) 736-4217
Department of Planning and Inspections
AUGUST 2005
PERSONNEL: Jim Galvin, Jr., Director, Planning and Inspections resigned his position on August 31,
2005. He has accepted a position with Davis, Bowen & Friedel as a Planner for the private sector.
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AMENDMENTS
In late August, Staff forwarded the revised Comprehensive Plan Update with the adopted Amendments to
the Office of State Planning Coordination (OSPC) for review as part of the certification process. The OSPC
completed an initial review and responded with a listing of editing comments and questions to be addressed
prior to certification (Received 9/9/05).
EDEN HILL TND REZONING:
The property know as Eden Hill Farm is now zoned Traditional Neighborhood Design Zone (TND). The City
Council approved this rezoning and the Master Plan at their July 11, 2005 meeting. The next step in the process
will be the submittal of Implementation Plans outlining more detailed development activities for review by
the Planning Commission.
DEMOLITIONS
Currently, there are four properties on the dangerous building list as follows: 299 College Road, 45 S. New Street
(House of Pride), 35 N. New Street (House of Pride), and 29 S. Governors Avenue. A lien search has been completed
on 29 S. Governors Avenue. The Petition to Declare the Structure Dangerous and order its repair or demolition is on
the City Council Agenda for September 26, 2005. The intention is to have the home actively repaired or removed by
October 28, 2005. If the owners do not accomplish this, it will be ordered for demolition by the City. 20 S. Governors
Avenue has been sold to the owner of the former Blue Coat Inn and renovations have begun; therefore, it is no longer
on the dangerous building list.
Two properties are being demolished by Dover Community Partnership, Inc. using CDBG funds; 42 South Queen
Street and 13 South New Street. The houses will be replaced with affordable homes for first-time homebuyers through
the initiatives and funding brought to bear in the Dover target neighborhood.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Community policing: 1 Officer on foot patrol, Total hours of coverage 15, Citizen Contacts 151, Total
number of arrests 4.
NCALL: Down payment and Settlement Assistance: Clients who plan to use the Dover First Start
Program breakout as follows: eight families are shopping for a home; one family has a sales contract and has
applied for a mortgage loan. A total of twenty-three families have closed using the Dover First Start
Program.
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Micro Enterprise Program: During the month of August, intakes were conducted for three (3) new clients
to set up a business in the Downtown area and (2) low to moderate income status. In addition, two (2)
referrals were made to the Small Business Development Center for technical assistance. For the month of
August, the breakdown of statistics for clients served is: 3 new clients, 2 low moderate incomes, 3
Minorities, 2 referrals, 2 walk-ins, 0 jobs gained and 0 businesses closed.
Housing Rehabilitation Program: Eight (8) owner occupied homes in the City are underway to be
rehabilitated with CDBG funds, seven have been completed.
Community Development Staff attended a two-day Grant Writing Workshop in Philadelphia, PA. Topics of
discussion included performance measurements, working with local governments and legal do’s and don’ts.
Community Development Staff has submitted its Request for Release of Funds for the demolition of 13 S.
New Street and 42 South Queen Street which are properties owned by The Dover Housing Authority. They
have plans to build affordable housing on the land once the homes are demolished.
MEETING REPORTS
Board of Adjustment:
The Board of Adjustment did not meet during the month of August. The next scheduled meeting will be held on
September 21, 2005.
Dover Parking Authority: At its meeting of August 4, 2005 reports were given on the budget, permit sales, Police
Department activities, and update on the North Street Parking Lot. An updated on signage installation and metered
parking was presented along with a demonstration of equipment. A request for proposal of metered parking was also
presented.
Historic District Commission:
The Historic District Commission did not meet during the month of August. The next scheduled meeting will be held
on September 15, 2005.
Planning Commission
At its meeting of August 15, 2005, the Planning Commission took the following actions:
1. SB-05-01P Maidstone Subdivision: Preliminary Subdivision Plan: Moved to approve.
2. SB-05-03 Lands of First State Business Center, LLC: Moved to approve.
3. S-05-13 Delaware Federal Credit Union Corporate Office: Moved to approve with conditions.
4. S-05-18 Cahn Medical Pavilion at Four Seasons: Moved to approve.
5. S-05-21 Buffalo Wild Wings Restaurant at 650 Bay Road: Moved to approve with conditions.
6. S-05-22 Cedar Chase Drive Hotels: Moved to deny.
INSPECTIONS ACTIVITY
Permits and Licenses
Rental Dwelling, Public Occupancy & Lodging House Permits: Year to Date ___ 1,762___
Number of New Occupancies – August 2005 33___
Permit Fees Collected for Rental, Public Occupancy & Lodging Permits, Aug 2005 $ 2,055___
Number of Business Licenses & Mobile Homes Issued – Aug 2005 685___
Total Number of Business Licenses & Mobile Homes for Year 7/1/05 to 6/30/06 ___ 2,582___
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Total Fee Collected for Business Licenses & Mobile Homes for Aug 2005
$221,973.83 _
Total all Construction Permits* and Certificate of Occupancies Issued for Aug 2005 _____ 304___
Value of Construction & Fire Prevention projects permitted in Aug 2005 $9,350,958.00_
Fees Collected for Construction Permits and CO’s for Aug 2005 __$63,766.00_
*Construction permits include Building, Fire Prevention, Plumbing, and HVAC Permits
Property Inspections: Aug 2005: Fire Marshal Inspections – Property Maintenance
Office of the Building and Property
Fire Marshal Maintenance Inspections
Fire and Safety Inspections 29 Building 297
Fire Code Inspections 32 Plumbing/Mechanical 295
Sprinkler and Fire Alarm 6 Certificate of Occupancy 45
Certificate of Occupancy 3 Total New Construction 637
Alarm Activation Follow-ups 0 Complaints 141
Fire Investigations 1 Observed by Inspectors 166
Total Inspections 71 Fire/Life Safety 58
Non-Inspection Hours Total Inspections 1002
Office 107 Non-Inspection Hours Office 248
Training 16 Training 0
Plan Review 12 Plan Review 41
As always, please contact me regarding any questions you may have.
Signature on behalf of
Planning and Inspections Department
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September 18, 2005
Mayor & Council
City of Dover
P.O. Box 475
Dover, De 19903
Dear Mayor & Council:
During the months of July and August we responded to 164 incidents with an average response
time of 5.6 minutes.
Our Special Operations Team is moving forward very quickly, we have trained 40 firefighters in
the many aspects of the team. We have just placed an order for a large rescue truck, which will be
known as Special Operations 1, this truck was funded by DEMA with a total cost of $270,000.00.
The cost of equipment on the truck totals $350,000.00 that was also funded by DEMA; the unit
will be placed in service by April 2006.
The new Engine and Ladder Truck are due to be delivered the first week in October, we will be
traveling to Appleton Wisconsin to inspect them on September 18, 2005
The building project is moving ahead on schedule and within budget; the second floor should be
completed soon followed by outside brickwork in October.
On August 22, 2005 Firefighter Phil Young passed away following injuries he sustained in a fall
down a fire pole at Fire Station 2.
Firefighter Philip S. Young was 59 years old and an active Driver with the Dover Fire
Department. He had recently retired from the Delaware State Fire School after over 25 years of
service; he became a firefighter with the Dover Fire Department on November 4, 2002.
On April 2, 2005 Firefighter Young responded to two fire incidents. The first was at 01:53 hours;
the fire involved multiple dwellings located at 772 Slaughter Street, Firefighter Young was on
location for an estimated 2.58 hours. The second was at 19:13 hours; this incident was for an
automatic fire alarm located at 143 South Governors Avenue, Firefighter Young was on location
for an estimated 18 minutes. Firefighter Young remained on duty at the Fire Station located at
911 Kenton Road do to a storm that was approaching the Dover area.
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At approximately 20:45 hours Firefighter Young was speaking with Probationary Firefighter
Donald Stock and his children, Firefighter Young was explaining how to descend a fire pole and
subsequently went to the second floor to demonstrate. As Firefighter Young approached the Fire
Pole his right foot became caught. Firefighter Young then fell approximately 12 foot to the
Engine room floor. Firefighters immediately made patient contact and EMS was dispatched at
21:00 hours.
Firefighter Young was transported to Bayhealth Medical Center in Dover were Doctors
determined that he had a severe leg injury, do to the storm Firefighter Young could not be flown
by medivac, he was transported by ambulance to Shock Trauma in Baltimore.
Firefighter Young was in the hospital from April 2 until June 30th when he was transported home
by ambulance where he had daily nursing care. On Saturday August 20 Firefighter Young was
found in his home in severe distress with the symptoms of a stroke, he was transported to Milford
Memorial Hospital and then flown to Christiana Medical Center were it was determined that
Firefighter Young had suffered a brain aneurism. On Monday August 22, 2005 it was determined
that Firefighter Young had no brain activity, life support activates were soon after stopped.
Firefighter Young passed away at 1:35pm.
Firefighter Young’s leg was severely damaged during the fall, during his first month in the
hospital he had multiple surgeries, doctors had discussed amputation of the leg because it would
not heal and he had lost circulation in it. Firefighter Young lost a large amount of weight; he was
on large doses of morphine and many other medications do to the accident up until the time of his
death. Fire fighter Young was also totally immobilized for several months and had limited
mobility by wheelchair up until August 20, 2005.
We have submitted Firefighter Young’s name to the National Fallen Firefighters foundation for
review. Firefighter Young was an integral member of our department; the fire service community
will sadly miss him.
After reviewing my report please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Yours in Service,
Brian F. Bashista
Fire Chief
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ACTION FORM
PROCEEDING: Council AGENDA ITEM NO.: 9/26/05
DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Public Works DATE SUBMITTED: 9/15/05
PREPARED BY: Scott D. Koenig, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Evaluation of Bids – Municipal Street Sweeper
REFERENCE: N/A
RELATED PROJECT: N/A
APPROVALS: City Manager, Finance Director
EXHIBITS: Exhibit A - Bid Tabulation and Breakdown Table
EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $123,017.00 AMOUNT BUDGETED: $114,000.00
FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): Public Works Streets Division / Page 156 (2006-
2010) Capital Investments Plan & Page 207 of the 2006 Draft Operating Budget.
TIMETABLE: Issue award letter on Tuesday, September 27, 2005, pending Council approval. Delivery
expected no later than 60 days from receipt of the purchase order by the vendor.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Award a purchase order to Atlantic Machinery, Inc. in the amount of
$123,017.00 for the purchase of one (1) Diesel Powered Municipal Street Sweeper. Authorize staff to transfer
$4,362.00 in savings from vehicle purchase in Sanitation Division to offset part of the funding gap as well as
transfer funds from line item #110-1800-554.20-26 (Program Expenses) in the Streets Division to cover the
referenced funding gap and to insure line item compliance with this purchase.
BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS
The Department of Public Works prepared a bid package and solicited sealed bids through the City’s
Purchasing Agent.
Bids were opened on Thursday, August 18, 2005, at 2:00 p.m. The following vendors submitted bids:
Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems Easton, MD Base Bid - $120,974.00
Unit with Options - $125,047.12
Atlantic Machinery Inc. Silver Spring, MD Base Bid - $122,461.00
Unit with Options - $123,017.00
Based on a review of the bids, the Department of Public Works is recommending award of a purchase order to
Atlantic Machinery, Inc. since its unit meets the specifications published by the Department of Public Works.
The cost of this unit was higher due to increased raw materials costs since this item was introduced into the
draft budget a number of months ago. This purchase is critical to the function of this division since street
sweeping is an important part of our NPDES Stormwater Phase II permit compliance. In addition, street
sweeping services received very complimentary remarks in the most recent Citizen Survey.
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EXHIBIT A
BID TABULATION AND BREAKDOWN TABLE
Mid-Atlantic Waste Systems Atlantic Machinery Inc.
Easton, MD Silver Spring, MD
Standard Quote $120,974.00 $122,461.00
Options:
Hopper Deluge System standard $ 392.00
Chassis Hour Meter $ 94.45 standard
Fuel/Water Separator $ 165.00 standard
Hazard Reflector $ 50.00 standard
Hydrant Wrench $ 41.67 standard
Liquid Rec. Pump Kit $ 3667.00 standard
Slow Moving Veh. Emblem $ 55.00 standard
Gutter Broom Tilt Adj. standard $ 479.00
Body Upgrades:
Power Unit/Engine Upgrade
From 80HP to 115HP N/A $ 1,425.00
Gutter Broom Extension
Override (GEO) N/A $ 1,900.00
Sub-Total $125,047.12 $126,657.00
Deduct For Standard Vacuum
Head in Lieu of Broom & Head N/A $ 3,640.00 -
TOTAL $125,047.12 $123,017.00
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FIRST READING
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE
CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 1325 S. STATE STREET
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 - Single Family Residence (Kent County zoning
classification) to CP-O - Commercial/Professional Office (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 has been amended by changing the zoning designation from RS-1
(Kent County zoning classification) to CP-O (City of Dover zoning classification) on that property
located at 1325 S. State Street, owned by BF Real Estate Ventures.
ADOPTED: *
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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 1196 S. GOVERNORS AVENUE
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 - Single Family Residence (Kent County zoning
classification) to RM-1 - Medium Density Residence (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 has been amended by changing the zoning designation from RS-1
(Kent County zoning classification) to RM-1 (City of Dover zoning classification) on that property
located at 1196 S. Governors Avenue, owned by Francis G. and Barbara D. Powell.
ADOPTED: *
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