Regular City Council Packet

CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, July 24, 2023 at 6:30 PM City Hall Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware AGENDA VIRTUAL MEETING NOTICE This meeting will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers with electronic access via WebEx. Public participation information is as follows: Dial: 1-650-479-3208 Link: https://rb.gy/rwe5o Event number: 2538 212 2369 Event password: DOVER (if needed) If you are new to WebEx, get the app now at www.webex.com/ to be ready when the meeting starts. The meeting can also be viewed on Comcast Channel 14, Verizon Channel 20, and on the City's Streaming Player located at www.cityofdover.com under "Quick Links". OPEN FORUM - 15 Minutes Prior to Official Meeting (6:15 p.m.) The “Open Forum” segment is provided to extend the opportunity to the general public to share their questions, thoughts, comments, concerns, and complaints. Discussion of any item appearing on the agenda as a public hearing is prohibited during the Open Forum as an opportunity will be provided during consideration of that item. Citizen comments are limited to three (3) minutes. Council is prohibited from taking action since they are not in official session; however, they may schedule such items as regular agenda items and act upon them in the future. INVOCATION - Elder Ellis B. Louden PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilwoman Pillsbury ADOPTION OF AGENDA ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA All Consent Agenda items are considered routine and non-controversial and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of Council so requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item. Page 1

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - July 24, 2023 PAGE 2 PRESENTATIONS 1. Recognition of Service - Arthur G. Ericson - Board of Adjustment (October 2004-July 2023) CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTION OF MINUTES 2. Regular City Council Meeting of June 12, 2023 3. Special Council Meeting of June 13, 2023 4. Special Council Meeting of June 22, 2023 (Budget Discussion) 5. Regular City Council Meeting of June 26, 2023 COMMITTEE REPORTS 6. Board of Assessment Appeals - June 6, 2023 7. Council Committee of the Whole Report June 13, 2023 8. Council Committee of the Whole Report June 27, 2023 - Land Use Law, FOIA, Ethics Training Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement 9. Consideration of a Public Space Naming Policy (Tricia K. Arndt, Chair of Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee) Mayor and Council Reports 10. Council President Hare 11. First District 12. Second District 13. Third District 14. Fourth District 15. At-Large 16. Mayor Christiansen Utility Committee 17. Presentation - Electric Rate Study (Scott Burnham, New Gen Strategies & Solutions) (Committee Action Not Required) Page 2

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - July 24, 2023 PAGE 3 Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee 18. Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Approval for the Water System and Well Sites Security Project (Kay Sass, Public Affairs and Emergency Management Coordinator) (Committee Recommendation: Authorize the City Manager to accept the reimbursement grant for all costs associated with the purchase and installation of the video surveillance and fencing. Authorize the sole source designation for Advantech.) 19. Dover Code of Ordinances - Citation Discussion (Mary Ellen Gray, Planning and Community Development Director) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of the four bulleted recommendations included in the memo from Mary Ellen Gray.) 20. Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Municipal Collaborative Initiative with the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager) (Committee Recommendation: That City Council make a leadership commitment to participate with the Dover / Kent County MPO, and other municipalities, in the application to the SS4A program to prepare a regional Comprehensive Safety Action Plan.) MONTHLY REPORTS - May 2023 21. City Assessor's Report 22. City Council’s Community Enhancement Fund Report 23. City Manager’s Report 24. City Planner's Report 25. Controller/Treasurer's Budget Report 26. Fire Chief's Report 27. Police Chief's Report QUARTERLY REPORTS 28. Quarterly Revenue Report as of June 30, 2023 29. Quarterly Review - Capital Investment Plan (CIP) (April, May, and June) APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN 30. Historic District Commission - Three-Year Term to Expire July 2026 Page 3

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - July 24, 2023 PAGE 4 A. Ellen H. Richardson B. Mary T. Mason C. Ann B. Horsey 31. Public Advisory Committee of the Dover/Kent County MPO - Dana Shelton - Two-Year Term to Expire July 1, 2025 32. Ethics Commission - Dr. Erika D. Crawford - Five-Year Term to Expire July 31, 2028 RESOLUTIONS 33. Resolution No. 2023-10 - TEFRA approval 2023 NFA PHI Capital Projects (Westminster Village) (112573092) (David S. Hugg, III, City Manager) CITY MANAGER’S ANNOUNCEMENTS MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS COUNCIL MEMBERS’ ANNOUNCEMENTS ADJOURNMENT THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. PURSUANT TO 29 DEL. C. §10004(e)(2), THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING Page 4

Item #2. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING The Regular City Council Meeting was held on June 12, 2023, at 6:30 p.m., with Council President Hare presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, Mrs. Arndt, Mr. Rocha, Mr. Sudler, and Mr. Lewis. Staff members present were Police Chief Johnson, Mr. Hugg, Mrs. Gray, Mr. Rodriguez, and Ms. Bennett. Mayor Christiansen was present. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 6:15 p.m., prior to the commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Hare declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council was not in official session and could not take formal action. There were no members of the public that wished to speak during the Open Forum. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Elder Ellis Louden. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Boggerty ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Hare asked that item #20, Review of Pension Benefits-Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), be removed from the agenda at the request of City Manager David S. Hugg, III. Mr. Neil moved for th e adoption of the agenda as amended, seconded by Boggerty, and unanimously carried. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA All Consent Agenda items are considered routine and non-controversial and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of Council so requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item. Mr. Neil moved for the adoption of the consent agenda, seconded by Mr. Sudler, and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION – SADIE TRUIETT – JOINT SUBCOMMITTEE TO EVALUATE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) FUNDING REQUESTS FROM NONPROFITS On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen, Councilman Anderson, and Councilman Boggerty presented Ms. Truiett with the Certificate of Appreciation for her work on the Joint Subcommittee to Evaluate American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding Requests from Nonprofits. Page 5

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 2 Item #2. Ms. Truiett thanked Mayor Christiansen, Members of the Dover City Council, explaining that it was an honor for her to serve on a committee that ensured that nonprofits were being funded adequately and equitably. ADOPTION OF MINUTES – REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 22, 2023 The minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of May 22, 2023, were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Sudler, and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE-MAY 23, 2023 The Council Committee of the Whole met on May 23, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. with Council President Hare presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson, Ms. Arndt, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury (via Webex), Mr. Rocha, and Mr. Sudler. Mayor Christiansen was absent. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were Mr. Contant, and Mr. Shevock (via WebEx) (Legislative, Finance, and Administration). Dr. Short (Safety, Advisory, and Transportation) was absent. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried. SAFETY, ADVISORY, AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE The Safety, Advisory, and Transportation Committee met with Chairman Lewis presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried. Quarterly Briefing on Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Projects Ms. Marilyn J. Smith, Executive Director of the Dover/Kent MPO, reviewed the presentation titled, Dover City Council Quarterly Update. Committee action was not required. Mr. Neil provided Ms. Smith and Council with a “Map for MPO Discussion” (Attachment #1). Mr. Neil stated that he was inspired by Councilman Anderson in 2015 when he was first elected, and Mr. Anderson said, “One of the things that we have to do with the MPO is to move up White Oak Road to have that corridor widened and ready for the development of Garrison Place.” Mr. Neil stated that this situation is unique in the fact that they have major events for the city. Mr. Neil stated that this is something that needs to go on the MPO because there will be four apartment Page 6

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 3 Item #2. buildings off to the east, that are going to go up, which will hold 216 apartments and as many as 500 people. Mr. Neil further explained that there may even be a church in that area that has more people, and if they do not have a solution, then the people that live down in that area are now bottled up. Mr. Neil stated that it is doable, and residents get used to it, but as Leipsic Road is becoming a development area, it is going to be intolerable. Mr. Neil stated that with the huge crowds that attend NASCAR, Firefly, and hopefully, The Gift of Lights, that corridor between Leipsic Road, which bends to Persimmon Tree Lane and goes down, is where the danger occurs. At that time, the kids walking in the street on Persimmon Tree Lane get up to the top making it a very dangerous route, especially for ambulances, the fire department, and the police department that must come up during that time. Mr. Neil stated that he has been banging the drum since he knew the apartments were going in, but it did not get to the right person however, now it is at the right person, and even though it may not be an immediate thing, it is something that must be looked at. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Smith stated that a railroad corridor is land that is adjacent to a railroad line. If they are doing a railroad corridor study like the one that they finished earlier in the year, they look at all the land along the corridor and decide what land is already in use and going to be in that use forever, that land will be excluded from the study. Then they look at the remaining parcels of land that are adjacent to the rail and decide what land is available that is not in perpetuity for something like ag preservation, wetland, or some other conservation easement. Then they look at what land is left available in that corridor, the current intended use, and whether that is an appropriate intended use along the rail or should consideration be given to maybe some other use for that land. Responding to Ms. Arndt, Ms. Smith stated that it was one of the statewide studies that they were not the lead on, but WILMAPCO did finish that statewide truck parking study last year. The study talks about all the places and reasons why trucks are parked on the side of the road. Ms. Smith stated that the MPO did a Truck Parking Amenities Study to support those people who are driving those trucks. Ms. Smith stated that the study examined if they are parking on the road because they live somewhere in the community and they cannot park their truck in their driveway, has the driver met their hours of service limit, and they need to sleep or is the driver supposed to pick up or drop off their load, and they cannot go to that location yet so they must stage somewhere close by. The two existing studies cover all of those circumstances. Ms. Smith also stated that they are trying to figure out where they could potentially build a truck parking facility in Kent County. The question is where they can accommodate the needs of short-term parking, long-term parking, amenities, and safety. The East-West Study is meant to address the movement of commercial Page 7

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 4 Item #2. vehicles from east to west, but Ms. Smith noted that she will pass it on to the consultant to integrate parking. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Smith stated that southern Delaware does not have an identified corridor for passenger rail. Regarding the IIJA, southern Delaware would be starting at the beginning of the passenger rail process. Ms. Smith stated that they did apply and gathered a coalition of Kent County interested municipalities and some friends in Sussex County and submitted a grant application for the corridor rail identification program. Ms. Smith stated that they are waiting with their fingers crossed to see if the application will be funded. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Neil stated that the Speedway is down to one NASCAR event and has had more sales than any of the ten other tracks that they have. They have also stated that the fan experience is far superior to the other tracks that exist in their group. Mr. Neil stated that Firefly took a hiatus this year, and they are going to reexamine whether they should have it. They did not have the acts that attracted the people, like when the Beetle came there were 90,000 people that year. Mr. Neil stated that they are hoping to be starting back next year with an earlier lead to get the acts in and switch back to the summer when the younger people are off. There is no indication from the speedway whose land it is that they will not be back as they made a significant investment in that property. There is still anticipation that Firefly will be coming back, hopefully in the summer, and with bigger crowds which will help the economy. Mr. Neil further stated that The Gift of Lights came as a result of this event being at other tracks that are owned by this major company that owns the speedway. Even though it was slow this year, except for a few times, when there were big crowds and backups, the anticipation is that they are going to be back. Mr. Neil stated that everyone that he has spoken to was very favorable and had gone through and enjoyed the experience. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Smith stated that she is not aware of any conversations about the possibility of raising the train tracks up to a train trestle level. Ms. Smith stated that she could check into that and let Mr. Rocha know. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Smith stated that because WILMAPCO was the lead agency, they subscribed to a couple of data-gathering services. There is some heat source data, and there is some GPS data however, she cannot tell where all the data comes from because they were not the subscriber. Ms. Smith stated that there are a couple of companies like StreetLight, and Reliant, but that they do not go out and count trucks. Ms. Smith stated that they do some on-the-ground fieldwork, but the large data sets are purchased from vendors who collect that data. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Smith stated that in the statewide truck parking study, the study does something called clustering, and it will cluster from those data Page 8

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 5 Item #2. sources. It will cluster where the most frequency is during a period of time. It does not show, for example, a truck driver who lives in a neighborhood and does not have a place to park, so he parks a mile over at the Royal Farms and has someone pick him up. However, generally speaking, they know where the clusters are, how large the clusters are, and how frequently they are happening. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Smith stated that the items on the list are things that the MPO is responsible for and that they are on the MPO website under resources and understudies. The statewide truck parking study was done by WILMAPCO so that it can be found on their website. Mr. Lewis moved for adjournment of the Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee meeting, hearing no objection, the meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m. LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman Anderson presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Ms. Arndt and unanimously carried. Dover Human Relations Commission Update (Alan Gaddis, Chair) Mr. Alan Gaddis, Chair of the Human Relations Commission reviewed the update titled, Report of the Dover Human Relations Commission (Attachment #2). Committee action was not required. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Gaddis stated that council has to tell him who is actually on the commission because of the relationship between Mr. Gaddis’s wife and Mrs. Herbert, she resigned. Mr. Gaddis stated that he did not know about Reverend Paige. Mr. Gaddis also stated that Wanda Mullen had previously stated that she was not sure she would be able to continue. Mr. Hare stated that he would like to see what council thinks, but maybe it would be helpful if Mr. Gaddis had a council liaison that could stay in touch with him, give him some guidance, and assist him. The liaison could maybe even attend meetings and keep Mr. Gaddis updated. Mr. Neil moved to recommend creating an appointment for the council president to appoint a liaison to the Human Relations Commission and make it a formal continuing liaison appointment by the council president. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval of the Committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Sudler and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Page 9

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 6 Item #2. Mr. Lewis stated that he started off on the Dover Human Relations Commission when he got involved in public service. Mr. Lewis stated that he had seen it put on the shelf for a while. He would like to see it come back out and be brought out into the limelight because he thinks that it is a very important entity of the city. Mr. Hare stated that with it being passed, he would like to suggest Mr. Sudler for the Dover Human Relations Commission council liaison. Discussion – Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Program (Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer) Ms. Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer, reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Fiscal Year 2023 Audit Program. Staff recommended acceptance of the Audit Program. Mr. Hare moved to recommend acceptance of the Audit Program, as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Contant and unanimously carried. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval of the Committee's recommendation, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. Review of the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Annual Budget Amendments (Dave Hugg, City Manager) Ms. Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer, reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Annual Budget Amendments. Ms. Peddicord shared a General Fund Update (Attachment #3). Committee action was not required. Mr. Hugg stated that on top of what Ms. Peddicord mentioned, he wanted to repeat that on the general fund side, the revenues simply do not cover anywhere near the expenditures. Mr. Hugg stated in some cases they are not enough to cover the police department, let alone other operations. Mr. Hugg stated that a way to balance the process must be found rather than hoping the numbers add up. Mr. Hugg stated that by looking at the original request for the fiscal year 2024 it is not much different than the original approved budget for this year, and below what is projected as this year’s budget will end up with. Mr. Hugg also stated that this is before the sledgehammer and chisel have been taken to the budget, so that number will go down even more. Mr. Hugg stated that every department has been through a rigorous process of scrubbing their budgets for both this year and next year. Mr. Hugg stated that looking at the second page, and using these numbers, there will be about a $15 million dollar deficit in the general fund. Mr. Hugg stated, as Ms. Peddicord said, that number excludes the transfers, and any other things that offset that, but that is the starting number. Mr. Hugg stated that it is not the best Page 10

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 7 Item #2. place to be starting, but as a matter of strategy, everyone will need to sit down and figure out not just what is going to be done in 2024 but how will the city get to 2025, 2026, and 2027, so that things are not being juggled as they are found. Mr. Anderson stated that the enterprise fund transfers are designed to be a general revenue piece, and they are an important part of tax fairness. One of the things that may need to be looked at with state mandates and with stormwater maintenance, is a way to pull that out of the general fund budget as well. There will be a general fund contribution to that fund to give credit to people who pay property taxes against their stormwater management fee. Responding to Mr. Contant, Mr. Hugg stated that currently, on the budget, they are sticking with the $10 million dollars. Mr. Hugg stated that has been the tradition for the last two or three years. Mr. Hugg stated that there was one year when the city transferred $11 million, but as of today, the city is anticipating a $10-million-dollar transfer. Responding to Mr. Contant, Ms. Peddicord stated that there was about $16 to $20 million that was brought from the PPA and then about $10 million budgeted transfer from the rate stabilization. Based on the vote of council to stop that PPA, some adjustments still need to be made. Ms. Peddicord also stated that regarding the rate study, which was delayed because of last-minute direction for a salary increase, et cetera, that all comes into play with preparing the rate study for the next five years. Responding to Mr. Contant, Ms. Peddicord stated that she cannot say that the rate stabilization reserve has a deficit. Ms. Peddicord stated that there is a minimum balance that the city is supposed to maintain in there of about 10% of purchase power costs. Ms. Peddicord stated that the city was counting on some transfers in the future from the future capacity reserve fund for the Garrison Oak substation build. Ms. Peddicord stated that this has been slowly taking off and those items will have to be talked about next week along with the rate study. Ms. Peddicord also stated that the electric fund has the reserves and that they are there to serve a good purpose, rate stabilization particularly, because last year the purchase power cost was through the roof. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Contant stated that pretty much what he wanted to hear is that there is a cushion or a buffer that can be used going forward, and things may fluctuate again. If the maximum has been met, then they do not need to look at adding more to this budget to replenish that. Mr. Contant stated that he was just trying to figure out what other streams of revenue the city may have and what other costs there may be. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that the maximum and minimum are based on a policy that council has established, so her guess is yes. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that, that is where it is established, and she can bring that language next week or send it via email. It is to allow for a cushion for unexpected purchase power costs. Ms. Peddicord stated that it is obvious that the city does not want to take it below the minimum. The city also Page 11

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 8 Item #2. does not anticipate keeping the maximum or above the maximum, which is why in prior years a PPA credit has been given. Ms. Peddicord stated that it is not to sit there to serve other purposes, it is there to serve the purpose of the fluctuation and the power cost. Ms. Peddicord stated that if the maximum were to be raised more money would be going into the reserve and it is not serving the purpose when the money is needed for the fluctuation in the budget. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg stated that as those properties sell, that revenue will go down because they are no longer being rented to someone. Mr. Hugg also stated that on the flip side of that, the city will not be mowing the grass as often out there so some of the expenses will be dropping. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg stated that there will be a settlement on lot two around July 11, 2023. There should be another settlement in the last part of July, and then one is pending. There will be at least three lot sales that should happen in the early coming fiscal year. One settlement was delayed from late June to early July so that the money would be in the fiscal year 2024. Mr. Hugg stated that three are ready for settlement, three are in agreements of sale, and a couple are pending. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg stated that the money from the sale is not reflected in the report. Mr. Hugg also stated that technically the money from the sale is a return on the city’s investment so it can be used for a variety of purposes. Responding to Mr. Contant, Ms. Peddicord stated that other than those reserve balances being communicated to the rate study group or the engineering report which has been done as a requirement of the bond covenants on the electric plant, which has been taken into consideration, but that is something that could be looked at. Ms. Peddicord stated that she would not mind doing that, and it could be after the budget is approved. Ms. Peddicord stated that what is sitting in the reserves is meeting the minimum requirement per the policy. The future capacity and some of the balances should have probably been brought into those, they have a significant amount of money sitting for future growth. Ms. Peddicord stated that the plan is to use it for the substation. Ms. Peddicord stated that the policy also requires that at the end of the build, the fund must be replenished within seven years, and there are probably a couple of others that work the same way. The depreciation reserve is used rather than financing things to just pay as they go. Ms. Peddicord also stated that the city utilizes that and then replenishes it every year, but it would not hurt to look at the contingency in a couple of other smaller ones just to make sure that they make sense with replacement costs for emergencies, insurance purposes, et cetera. Mr. Anderson moved for adjournment of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting, hearing no objection, the meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m. Page 12

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 9 Item #2. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting, hearing no objection, the meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole Report, seconded by Mr. Sudler and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. MONTHLY REPORTS – APRIL 2023 By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Sudler, the following monthly reports were accepted by consent agenda: City Assessor’s Report City Council Community Enhancement Fund Report City Manager’s Report City Planner’s Report Controller/Treasurer’s Budget Report Fire Chief’s Report Police Chief’s Report APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval of the following appointments, seconded by Mr. Sudler, and carried for a unanimous roll call vote. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE- ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 13, 2024 Kim I. Adams – Minority Voting Member Clayton E. Hammond – Minority Voting Member COMMITTEE CIVILIAN MEMBERS – ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 13, 2024 Utility Committee – Michael S. Pugh APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY THE COUNCIL COMMITTEE CHAIRS By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval of the following appointments, seconded by Mr. Sudler, and carried for a unanimous roll call vote. COMMITTEE CIVILIAN MEMBERS – ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 13, 2024 Safety, Advisory, and Transportation Committee – Vonderlear E. Smack SETTING OF ELECTRIC, WATER, AND WASTEWATER RATES AND TARIFFS David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, explained that things are being done out of sequence this year due to the Electric Rate Study not being available to be presented until the Council Committee of the Whole Meeting of June 13, 2023. Mr. Hugg stated that every five years or so, they go through and look at the electric rates and reset them based on the history of the last five years and all the various factors that are considered. He explained that sometimes it is done more frequently if conditions substantially change, but at this Page 13

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 10 Item #2. point, they believe that resetting the electric rates are in order. He further explained that is why they hired the consultant who will speak about the rate study. Mr. Hugg explained that the rate study and the rates that are selected should satisfy or cover all the costs of operations, maintenance, etc., including the requirements for reserves, energy, taxes, transfers, and pass-through. Mr. Hugg further explained that when you do an electric rate study, it is a comprehensive look at the cost of the business operation, and the rates reflect the need to cover those costs to be an efficient manager of the utility. He stated that the second caveat is that it is important to allocate the costs, between the various user groups fairly. Mr. Hugg explained that there are large users of energy, there are residential users, and also small and large commercial users. Mr. Hugg stated that the cost of providing energy services to them is not the same in every case, so one of the caveats of the rate study is to provide some degree of fairness so that one group is not carrying the burden for the other groups. Mr. Hugg stated that we want to be competitive in the universe of utility suppliers; however, it doesn’t mean that we will be the lowest rates, and we certainly do not want to be the highest subject to some policy decisions that may be made about economic development, or social equity. Mr. Hugg explained that there are reasons occasionally that instead of trying to be fair to every user group, one user group may benefit more or less than another one, simply because we may want a rate that encourages certain kinds of users to be here or not. Mr. Hugg explained that we have a variety of tools available to us as part of our operations and as part of the rate structure. He further explained that we have the Purchase Power Adjustment, which is a tool for leveling out the fluctuations that happen during the year, so you do not have spikes in costs and revenues, which can be either a credit or debit. The city of Dover, for several years, issued a credit because our rates were generating excess revenues. Mr. Hugg explained that in the first nine months of the fiscal year 2023, we had a debit, so we needed to make up for the shortfall, however, in setting the rates, you generally start with a PPCA of zero. He stated that then you can adjust and keep things relatively constant during the course of a year. Mr. Hugg stated that it is important to develop a minimum billing rate, and whether you use electricity or not, there is a cost to the electric utility for having a line coming to and a meter hanging on the house. There is an obligation to make sure that whatever level of service is needed is provided. Mr. Hugg further explained that in the rate structure, there are minimum customer charges, which are the cost of having the utility available when you need it. Mr. Hugg explained that the rate study also includes the need for any specialized equipment, characteristics of usage, demand characteristics, energy requirements, and time of service. Mr. Hugg stated that for large users, it is important to have provisions in the rate structure that deal with whatever the character of use is for that industry or business. He further stated that certain businesses have a very high usage at certain periods, and they may not at other periods, so it is necessary to capture those variations. Mr. Hugg explained that part of the operation or any set-aside reserves should reflect the difference between providing service inside the city of Dover, and in those cases where we provide services outside the city so that people outside the city are not getting the benefit of services that we provide to our citizens who are paying taxes. Mr. Anderson stated that he has a bit of concern after looking over the various rates, in particular, Page 14

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 11 Item #2. the small commercial rates. He asked that the rate study consultant come prepared to break down why we are not able to spread out the commercial rates so that small businesses don’t get hit with a 30% increase. Mr. Anderson explained he would like to hear justification or alternatives for spreading that out through commercial and transmission rates. Mr. Sudler stated that he agreed with Mr. Anderson that he would also be interested in seeing how we can break down the 30% increase on small commercial rates. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Waddell, Electric Director, stated that Scott Burnham, Partner and Business Development Lead, NewGen Strategies, and Solutions, will be presenting the rate study, and he will look at each classification, also explaining why and what the justification is for the movement. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Waddell explained that the cost is for the recovery of the transformer replacement, reconductoring, capital projects, labor, materials, and whatever is needed to operate the electric system. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Waddell explained that the rate increase is not a tax. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Waddell stated that when electricity is transmitted through the city, it is run in three-phase and single-phase. Mr. Waddell further explained that three-phase is the backbone, and once it splits off from the three-phase transmission loop or a primary distribution loop, it is going to split off into an A, B, or C phase off the main line and service individual customers. Mr. Waddell stated that in a residence, you have a single phase, meaning that you only operate off one phase of the three-phase. Mr. Waddell further stated that in commercial service, you need three-phase to operate if you are running motors, pumps, etc. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Waddell explained that under a small commercial service classification, you are one or the other unless they have multiple services. Mr. Waddell further explained that once they hit 3,500 Kilowatt-hours per month of consumption, that is when they move up the commercial bracket. Mr. Waddell stated that the classification could technically be residential, but per the tariff, if you go above 3,500, it changes the classification. He further explained that in some other communities and with some other utilities, they charge demand charges for residential customers, which Dover does not. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg explained that to treat all the classifications fairly, and in the case of small commercial, their cost greatly exceeded the return from that investment. Having said that, the city has the ability to pick out a classification or a couple of classifications and keep them due to their vulnerability to the local economy and make a policy decision to raise or lower the contribution. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Waddell explained that there was an economic development rate, and in addition to that, they were able to keep a company that expanded from Maryland. He further explained that it is a tool that has been used, and it is a tool that can be used to bring a company that would otherwise not come here, or it could be used to keep them from leaving Dover. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Waddell stated that the average usage for residential is Page 15

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 12 Item #2. approximately 892 KWH per month, and the highest usage he has seen is between 5000-6000. Mr. Waddell stated that the national average for residential is around 860-870; however, he took all the residential sales for the last calendar year and then divided that by the number of meters, and it came out to 892, and the lowest was 500. Responding to Mr. Waddell stated that he didn’t have the average usage for commercial service with him, he would send them to Mr. Sudler. Mr. Anderson stated that due to the rate study not being completed before now and the public hearing being postponed until June 26, 2023, people will only have four days before July 1, 2023. He asked what would need to be done to have the rate increase take place on August 1, 2023, and how that would impact the budget. Mr. Rocha agreed with Mr. Anderson that it should be deferred to August 1, 2023. Mr. Waddell stated that the rates take effect with billing dates on or after July 1, 2023, so there will not be a June component. He explained that he will confirm this information during the Electric Rate Presentation. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mayor Christiansen confirmed that he and Mr. Hare negotiated that special electric rate for 24 months to draw the business from Maryland. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Waddell stated that the NACE contract is until 2027. Mr. Neil stated that there is going to be a psychological effect no matter when the rate increase goes into effect. He further stated that the surcharge for the additional cost of the power was up 3 cents on each kilowatt. Mr. Neil stated that there are two increases the residential rate is going to be up 2.6 cents, and the monthly charge is $1.04. Mr. Neil explained that the only advantage is that if the city brings in more money, the rate can be dropped. He further explained that it was for a long period when there were favorable rates. Mr. Neil explained that the City of Dover is trying to make sure that it is fluid, and that the cost of the operation is covered, so it is a give-and-take if necessary. Mr. Neil explained that he is not concerned if it has to be delayed but warned everyone to be prepared 2.6 cents is not far off from 3 cents. SETTING OF PUBLIC HEARING - ELECTRIC FUND BUDGET A public hearing on the Electric Revenue Fund Budget is required for compliance with the City of Dover Electric Revenue Bonds Resolution prior to the adoption of the budget. Staff recommended that the public hearing be set for June 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. Mr. Neil moved to set a public hearing for June 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. for the 2023/2024 City of Dover Electric Fund Budget, seconded by Ms. Arndt and unanimously carried. FIRST READING – PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2023-05 Council President Hare reminded the public that copies of the proposed ordinance were available at the entrance of the Council Chambers, on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government," or by contacting the City Clerk's Office at (302) 736-7008 or cityclerk@dover.de.us. Final action by Council on the proposed ordinance will take place during the Council Meeting on Page 16

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 13 Item #2. June 26, 2023. In accordance with Section 1-9 of the Dover Code, Council acknowledged the First Reading of the proposed Ordinance as read by the City Clerk, by title only, as follows: ORDINANCE #2023-05 – Fiscal Year 2023/2024 City of Dover Budget Ordinance CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENT City Manager Hugg did not have any announcements. MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Christiansen announced that on Saturday, the 17th of June, the City of Dover will host the annual Comic Con event on Legislative Mall. He also reminded everyone to please remember our fathers on Father’s Day. Mayor Christiansen stated that on Monday, June 19th, the 1St Annual Juneteenth celebration will take place on Legislative Mall. Mayor Christiansen stated that on June 24, 2023, the 32nd Annual African American Festival “Positively Dover” will be sponsored by the Inner City Cultural League and held on Legislative Mall, headed up by our friend and former City of Dover Councilman Ruben Salters. Mayor Christiansen also reminded everyone about the City of Dover’s Family Fourth of July celebration which will start with a VFW parade at 6:00 p.m., followed by a celebrity pie eating contest featuring Delaware’s official State dessert, peach pie, sponsored by Fifer’s Orchards. Mayor Christiansen further stated that immediately following, in front of Legislative Hall, will be a hot dog eating contest sponsored by Coney Island Grill, which is right downtown, and then following that will be a spectacular fireworks display, so bring your blanket and picnic basket. COUNCIL MEMBER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Boggerty announced that he was pleased to be named to the Economic Development Committee with Councilman Anderson. Mr. Boggerty stated that he would like to make sure that he is investing back into the local businesses, so on Friday, June 23, 2023, at 5:00 p.m., he will be hosting a night out at The Scoop on Loockerman at 305 West Loockerman Street. Mr. Boggerty will buy the first 25 single-dip ice creams for community members who are not part of the City Council. Mr. Boggerty will also be providing the entertainment that will be playing outside at the night out. Mr. Lewis announced that he had the opportunity to attend the Pride Festival on Saturday, June 10, 2023, and thought it was well received by members of the community and also had residents from other communities and states attend. Mr. Lewis wished the LGBTQIA community a Happy Pride Month. Mr. Lewis also thanked Code Enforcement staff for the City of Dover for addressing various issues in the Stoney Creek development. Mr. Lewis stated that there are a lot of issues and concerns going on right now in that development, and they are doing a phenomenal job. Mr. Anderson announced that The Scoop on Loockerman, 305 West Loockerman Street, is a great place. Mr. Anderson stated that it is a great partnership with Neighborhood Good Partners, and not only that, but the ice cream is good and reasonably priced. Mr. Anderson further stated that he was happy to drop by Friday with Councilman Boggerty. Mr. Anderson encouraged everyone to support all of the businesses throughout the City of Dover and to check the calendars, particularly Dover Happenings and Kent County Tourism, because a lot is happening in the city this summer. Page 17

CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 12, 2023 PAGE 14 Item #2. Mr. Hare announced that he hoped everyone enjoys the bouncy house at the Juneteenth Festival because he committed to paying for it. Mr. Hare also announced that he will also donate 25 single- dip ice creams for community members at 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 23, 2023, at The Scoop on Loockerman. Mr. Hare noted that he had a water meter break at his home, and the Public Works Department replaced the meter very quickly and professionally. Mr. Hare thanked Lee Ridgeway and Todd Holcomb of the Public Works Department for their service. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment of the Regular Council meeting, hearing no objection, the meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. ANDRIA BENNETT CITY CLERK All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of June 12, 2023, are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /AB Page 18

Item #3. SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING A Special City Council Meeting was held on June 13, 2023, at 5:19 p.m., with Council President Hare presiding. Members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Neil, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Rocha, Mr. Sudler, Dr. Pillsbury (5:32 p.m.), and Ms. Arndt. Mayor Christiansen was present as well. Council staff members present were Mr. Rodriguez, Mrs. Rivera, and Mr. Hugg. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Ms. Arndt moved for the adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil, and unanimously carried. Ms. Arndt moved to recess into Executive Session pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(2) - Preliminary discussions on site acquisitions for any publicly funded capital improvements or sales or leases of real property. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. The Special Council Meeting recessed into Executive Session at 5:21 p.m. The Executive Session adjourned at 6:01 p.m. ACTION RESULTING FROM THE EXECUTIVE SESSION During the Executive Session, members of council had preliminary discussions on site acquisitions for any publicly funded capital improvements or sales or leases of real property. There was no action taken. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment of the Special Council Meeting, hearing no objection, the meeting adjourned at 6:03 p.m. ANDRIA L. BENNETT CITY CLERK All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Special Meeting of June 13, 2023, are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR Page 19

Item #4. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING A Special Council Meeting was held on June 22 , 2023, at 5:15 p.m. with Council President Hare presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson (via WebEx and departed at 6:12 p.m.), Ms. Arndt, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Neil (departed at 6:27 p.m.), Dr. Pillsbury, and Mr. Sudler. Mr. Boggerty and Mr. Rocha were absent. Mayor Christiansen was also present. Council staff members present were Mr. Dill, Ms. Duca, Mr. Hugg, Ms. Peddicord, and Ms. Bennett. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Dr. Pillsbury and unanimously carried. Proposed FY24 Budget Discussion (David S. Hugg III, City Manager) Mr. David S. Hugg III, City Manager, reviewed a presentation entitled “FY24 Budget Discussion” (Exhibit #1). Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager stated that the budget components of the Parks and Recreation department include the recreation programs and the grounds division for the maintenance of city properties. To defer any of those expenses the services would have to be reduced. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that their programs cover all age ranges. They recently started a senior softball league at the Pitt’s Center, there is a summer youth program, in which there are grants, sports activities, and after-school programs. The participation has come up after the wave of COVID-19 and they are filling up quickly. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that the after-school program grants are specific as to what they are for. Some grants come from Denmark, they go toward Capital programs, more specifically toward accessible playground equipment, and things of that nature. The operating expenses are usually difficult to find grants for. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that Robin Eaton and Carolyn Courtney work hard on their grant program and keep an eye out for anything that they can apply for. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Hugg stated that one of the first things the team did was sit down with each department head and examine where they were this fiscal year. The department heads were instructed to scrub their 2023 budget before discussing the budget for 2024. They have put off projects, vehicles, and hiring people. There are only one full-time and two part-time positions in the entire city out of 400 employees. One of those additional positions is from the recommendation of the council to bring back the Administrative Assistant in the fire company. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Hugg stated that one way would be like the electric rate study, to have a very qualified team look at the city’s programs, and enterprises, identify costs, fees, and what level are they covering the operating costs. However, the city is not allowed to earn a profit from the enterprise funds. Secondly, the city needs to bring in more businesses, and more Page 20 investments. It was brought up in a conversation that there is minimal to no fee charged to

Item #4. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 22, 2023 PAGE 2 merchants who set up for events like Comic-Con. The organizer is charged a fee, but the vendors that make money off of the city and the city’s residents are not charged a fee. The city’s business fees are abysmally low and need to be adjusted however, they take effect on July 31st which is out of sequence with the budget process. Mr. Hugg also stated that the Customer Service Department collects about ninety-nine percent of the debt owed to the city by aggressively going after people directly or through a third-party collection agency. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Hugg stated that when they start changing the electric funds, revenues, and reserves, there is a risk of inflation in energy costs. Mayor Christiansen stated that he would caution council that the enterprise funds, particularly the bond covenants that cover the enterprise funds, restrict how much money can be taken from the different funds and that is stated within the bond covenants. Mayor Christiansen commended city staff for their efforts to present a budget that is reflective of a growing city. Mayor Christiansen stated that no one wants to pay higher electric rates or higher taxes. The city is a nonprofit organization that provides services at a minimal expense and taxes at a minimal expense. At the end of the day, everyone including the citizens sees what they are getting for their utility and tax dollars. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that if the city had continued to collect for the entire fiscal year, they would have over-collected because that PPA was driven towards the purchase cost, and that PPA allowed the city to fluctuate with the increases and decreases in costs of purchase power. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that there was money in the reserves and $10 Million of that was utilized, and additional funds from the citizens were collected based on that PPA. The audit will be completed in the next few months. There are funds within the reserves because, as the mayor referenced, there are policies, there are rating agencies, and they are there for a purpose and they try to utilize them for exactly that purpose. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that $8 Million was transferred this year because when the FY-23 budget was brought forward the purchasing power was double what it was in the prior year. The cost went from about $40 million to $80 million. They were hoping to not have the ratepayers take the full blow of the cost increase that was seen in the purchasing power. Ms. Peddicord stated that within the presentation done by Scott Burnham, the rate is 0.1209. There is a blended rate that was calculated because, in fiscal ’23, there was a PPA of 3 cents per kilowatt hour. The blended the current rate and the PPA, you get 0.1481 for fiscal year ’23. For fiscal year ’24, it is proposed at 0.1425. Mr. Paul Waddell, Electric Director stated that based on $728 million in KWH sales per year, a one-cent increase would be $7.28 million in additional revenue if applied flat, once cent across all classifications. Mr. Hare stated that if the rate is increased by one penny it would affect a hundred percent of the people in the city. If taxes are raised, it will only increase forty-five percent of the city. Page 21 Ms. Peddicord stated there is a limit on how much the city can make because they are a non-

Item #4. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 22, 2023 PAGE 3 profit. There is a purpose for each reserve account, for example, the depreciation reserve must have a minimum of about $10 million, as does future capacity. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that there is $20 million in reserve and the electric fund, but for its purpose. The future capacity funds are used for future growth, the depreciation reserve is used for capital asset replacement, and contingency is for a storm or if something blows through the city and wipes out a building or services. Ms. Peddicord stated that there have been discussions before about increases in sanitation fees and segregating those operations into an enterprise fund, then it could be seen if that fund is self- sustaining or not, the base fees could then be increased based on the service provided. If those current revenues and current expenses are pulled out of the general fund because that is where they reside, put them in their own fund, then it would be easier to see the self-sustaining fund for sanitation and there would be no need to subsidize a service using a tax rate. Ms. Peddicord also stated that it has been talked about doing the same with stormwater. The stormwater utility should be self-sustaining. There have been a lot of projects, significant costs, and capital assets that must be had to provide the service of a stormwater utility. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that when looking at slide one of the presentation, it can be seen that the operating revenues and operating expenses do not come close to matching each other. There are $31 million in recurring receipts and $46 million in departmental expenses. Those numbers continue to grow further apart and by breaking out the stormwater utility and sanitation, because they should be self-sustaining, it would be easier to identify that enough revenue is being collected to cover the expenses to provide the service. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that there are some regulations involved however, most of it is best practices. Ms. Duca urged council to use caution in changing current policies without having a consultant on board to do any analysis and offer recommendations on how best to use the money. Ms. Duca stated that reviewing the financial policy would be a good step before changing the reserves. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that since she has been a department head, she is not aware of the financial policies being updated for the past ten years. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Duca stated that because they are the current financial policies, the requirement is that the city abides by them. Ms. Peddicord found that the financial policies were amended on June 24, 2019, so research can be done to see exactly what was amended, and why, and determine what the path forward should be. Responding to Mr. Neil, Ms. Peddicord stated that there are state statutes regarding establishing policies. The rating agencies are looking at the city on a regular basis because they know the state of the economy. Ms. Arndt stated that she would like to commend the budget team for the work they put into the budget. This was a very challenging year and the years ahead sound like they will be more challenging. Ms. Arndt also thanked all of the department heads for doing their best to scrub their budgets to keep the city running. Ms. Arndt stated that no one wants to pay additional taxes or fees, but it appears there is no other option but to move forward with making those tough decisions. Ms. Arndt agreed in terms of establishing the enterprise funds so that the rates can be adjusted to make the services self-sufficient. Ms. Arndt stated that she is leaning towards Page 22 supporting the budget as proposed. She appreciates her fellow councilmembers and their efforts

Item #4. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 22, 2023 PAGE 4 to try to lower the impact and burden to the constituents however, everyone is going to have to pitch in and pull their weight to continue to provide these services, and the city is not alone in this. All municipalities and Kent County are raising fees and rates, it is just the economy. Ms. Arndt stated that the city can remain competitive with the rates because they are good rates and can continue to have good rates in relation to the surrounding competitors. Responding to Mr. Hare, Mr. Hugg stated that the city cannot operate as a for-profit electric utility. That includes the city covering the cost of operations, the reserves, depreciation, and anything that is business related. The city does not have the provisions as an electric utility where the balance sheet would say net profit at the bottom however, the city does have to put money aside for when things go bang in the night. Money must be put aside for upgrades like the Garrison substation, which allows the city to meet the industrial electric user demands. The city cannot make a profit. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that several factors come into play with how much that transfer can be, and part of that is reflected in the rate study. Part of that is based on salary increases, and future operating costs and capital. These are the reasons why it has been fluctuating. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Hugg stated that operations of the electric utility are one of the costs that are built into the rate structure, so there is a capital outlay, system investments, and anything included in the overall package of revenues. The single biggest cost is the power supply, in 2022 it was $47 million, in 2023 it was $85 million, and in 2024 it will likely be in the range of $75 million or so. Those funds go to operate the utility and pay the salaries to run the services. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Waddell stated that the money from the PPA was to offset the additional cost of the power purchase for the current fiscal year, not going into the next fiscal year. The budget going into fiscal year 24 is built around the projections for power purchase costs for next year. If the city over collects, or brings in too much money, the city is able to refund it to the customer under the PPA. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that on the separate handout, there is an area referenced as inter-fund transfers and that money is coming from the electric fund, the water fund, the wastewater fund, based on operating costs in the general fund (Exhibit #2). $8 million is transferred off the top from the electric fund and then there is the inter-fund transfer that is charging each one of the funds for the services that the general fund staff is providing to benefit those funds. Mayor Christiansen stated that the enterprise funds were established because the folks in the past realized that the percentage of taxable properties within the city was not sufficient enough to carry the expenses of a growing city. Mayor Christiansen stated that the council needs to face the budget, jump on board, and if it is needed, then start the budget process for the FY-25 in September or August. Responding to Dr. Pillsbury, Mr. Hugg stated that when the budget process is started it is a question of what is fair and how can the item be raised in a reasonable and comfortable manner. One of the considerations is that Dover is more than fifty percent non-taxable. The state has not addressed the payment in lieu of taxes, which would offset a lot of these issues. Page 23

Item #4. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 22, 2023 PAGE 5 Mr. Sudler stated that he concurs with Dr. Pillsbury and Council President Hare in the concept that everyone contributes to the cost rather than just the property owners getting hit heavily. Mr. Sudler stated that the amount and the duration are what needs to be worked out and he is not in support of a property tax increase. Ms. Arndt stated that she recalled from the rate study that the electric rate is going up 2.6 cents and previously it was raised 3 cents, so the recommendation is to add 2.6 cents so there is no raise in property taxes. Ms. Arndt stated that she has heard from constituents that they would rather be charged property tax increases because they can be written off rather than having to spend more on their electric bill. Ms. Arndt stated that she is concerned with adding an additional increase to the electric rate because there was so much pushback from the electric rate increases. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Hugg stated that the property tax is based on the assessed value and the assessed value is typically less than the market value on most housing. For example, a neighbor whose home was assessed at $300,000 would pay $120 a month and another neighbor could pay $100 a month. Mr. Hugg stated that it is not a fixed cost and fluctuates with the value of the property. Ms. Peddicord stated that the electric rates, as presented by Scott Burnham from Newgen, are what is suggested for ’24, ’25, ’26, ’27, and ’28. That is considering the expenses from the same five-year period and inflation and hopefully covering most of the increases in salaries. Nothing is set in stone but that was the purpose of the rate study, it was to establish the rates for the five-year period. Dr. Pillsbury stated that there were two things that impacted the electric bill last year. There was a credit that went away in addition to a rate increase. Dr. Pillsbury stated that she appreciates what Councilwoman Arndt said about people being unhappy but feels it will be easier to sell a small rate increase as they will not be impacted twice. Dr. Pillsbury stated with tax rates it may not be easier to sell because of the different values of homes. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Hugg stated that the reassessment process must be revenue neutral. When the reassessment is done some values have gone up and some have gone down, then there is an opportunity to impose a new tax rate to raise additional revenues. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Hugg stated that the reassessment will not be effective for tax purposes until 2025. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that across the funds the city owes about 6 million in general fund debt, 13 million in wastewater, and 15 million in electric. Ms. Peddicord stated that they would not give a bad rating, but the electric rates have been established to pay that debt off. Responding to Mr. Hare, Mayor Christiansen stated that the money was borrowed to do the major projects and the city continues to go to the bond market to fund major projects. The city is in business to do business, but not in business to make a profit. The city must show financial responsibility to the people who in good faith and in good credit pick up the bonds to allow the city to do what needs to be done. That was a concept that was set in place prior to anyone present tonight getting here. That is how the city does business, and that is why the enterprise funds were set up not to make a profit, but to meet all the financial and fiduciary responsibilities while maintaining good credit just in case of a giant emergency. Page 24

Item #4. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 22, 2023 PAGE 6 Mr. Hare stated that he agrees with Ms. Arndt and the Mayor, and the budget as presented needs to be taken care of. The conversation should continue for next year’s budget starting in August. If there is a way that council can change anything in the charter to allow for more money in the reserves, that is something council should look at. Mr. Sudler stated that he is not in support of raising taxes, he is in support of across the board where everyone is contributing. Mr. Sudler stated that the constituents that he has spoken to are also in support of across the board. Some of the constituents are business owners and they are getting hit more than a resident. Mr. Sudler stated that he does not support the budget based on the four percent increase in taxes. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Hugg stated that he recommends the budget that has been set forth because it spreads the burden equally. Mr. Hugg stated that the general fund is driven almost entirely by taxes. If there is going to be a police force that is essentially funded by the general fund, and other services funded by the general fund, then the city will have to say these things cost some level of money and that equates to x number of cents of property tax. If the council would rather put the burden on the electric rates and not have a tax increase or a small tax increase, then that can be worked on. Ms. Arndt stated that the rate study was needed to determine what the rate should be so that the rates are fair, and it was received. Now there is talk about making changes to that to balance the budget. Ms. Arndt stated that there is data-supported research that says what the rate should be, and the city would still remain competitive. Ms. Arndt stated that she feels council should listen to the experts and implement what has been provided in the rate study. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that the city is not going to over-collect. Mr. Burnham ran a test year and the revenue from that equated to about $92 million. With the rates of 0.1209 for residential the city only collected about 81 million, which is why they are suggesting the rates from the rate study. Mr. Sudler stated that he wants to support the budget, but his interest is that of his constituents and he must fight for them. Many of them are saying that they cannot continue to endure cost increases with the cost of living. Mr. Sudler stated that he would like to see figures for Dr. Pilsbury’s recommendation of taking the electric rates up for a period to at least halfway meet the amount of money that is trying to be covered. Mr. Sudler suggested that the team bring back an example of a year at x rate will provide what is needed to balance out or cover what is missing. Mayor Christiansen stated that he would like to remind everyone that Dr. Pillsbury brought up a good point when council over-collected, they gave the money back and reduced the rates. If the council were to over-collect again with the rates that have been proposed by City Manager Hugg, the money can be given back. The people who pay the expenses are the customers, if they are overbilled, the money will be given back. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that page 19 of the budget book contains the beginning balances. The total income for all funds is $167 million, and expenditures are $201 million. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mayor Christiansen stated that taxes have been reduced after the assessments. Kent, Sussex, and New Castle were required by a court challenge in the Court of Chancery to do a re-evaluation every five years. The city makes sure that every five years a proper Page 25

Item #4. SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 22, 2023 PAGE 7 evaluation is done so that the tax rate can be adjusted up or down as needed to meet the needs of the city. Over forty years the city has been very consistent and up front by reducing taxes when they need to be reduced. Mr. Sudler stated that he has never heard of decreasing the tax rate however, he does like the concept of fluctuations in the electric rate because it is something that you can see immediately. People are looking for immediate relief and a timeline of when they can expect some time of relief. If council were to go with raising taxes, there needs to be a set period where it is reevaluated. Mr. Sudler suggested semi-annually or quarterly so that council can go back to the constituents and say there will only be another year and the taxes will be decreased. If council chooses to go the electric rate there should be a system where they can monitor it themselves. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Peddicord stated that the $98 million goes back to the budget balance and the policies. The 98 million is the carryforward that is required by the city’s policies. This money keeps the rates low when money needs to be borrowed, it gives the city the option to finance capital. Ms. Peddicord stated that the theory is if you are going to pay with today’s money, the people that are going to benefit from the improvement that is made or the capital purchase that is purchased with the cash that is spent today, they are not paying anything afterward. That is when you pick up debt, it spreads it across the board to the future. Mr. Sudler moved to instruct the City Manager’s Financial team to bring back numbers in regard to the ½ a cent or a ¼ a cent options, and how long would we need to be at that rate to cover at least half of the amount of debt that is owed. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lewis and unanimously carried. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment and hearing no objections the meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m. ANDRIA BENNETT CITY CLERK All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Special Meeting of June 22, 2023, are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /ar Exhibits Exhibit #1 – FY24 Budget Discussion Exhibit #2 – FY24 General Fund Handout Page 26

EXHIBIT # 1 Item #4. Special Council Meeting of 06/22/2023 FY24 Budget Discussion Special City Council Meeting June 22, 2023 Page 27

Item #4. FY24 Budget Overview – General Fund Revenues Expenses Description Amount Description Amount Recurring Receipts $31,009,400 Dept Expenses $46,096,700 One-Time Receipts $4,022,500 Other Expenses $5,230,700 Internal Transfers $15,236,400 Transfers $5,940,900 TOTAL $50,268,300 TOTAL $57,268,300 Expenses exceed Revenues by $7M. The budget will only balance by utilizing the budget balance from FY23. This source will not be available / adequate for FY25. Page 28 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 2

Item #4. FY24 Budget Overview – Wastewater Fund Revenues Expenses Description Amount Description Amount Base Revenue $10,601,200 Dept Expenses $1,649,200 TOTAL $10,601,200 Other Expenses $6,417,100 Transfers $2,800,900 TOTAL $10,867,200 Expenses exceed Revenues by $266k. The budget will only balance by utilizing some of the budget balance from FY23. Page 29 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 3

Item #4. FY24 Budget Overview – Water Fund Revenues Expenses Description Amount Description Amount Base Revenue $7,285,700 Dept Expenses $4,146,300 TOTAL $7,285,700 Other Expenses $2,091,900 Transfers $2,066,700 TOTAL $8,304,900 Expenses exceed Revenues by $1M. The budget will only balance by utilizing some of the budget balance from FY23. This source may not be adequate for FY25. Page 30 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 4

Item #4. FY24 Budget Overview – Electric Fund Revenues Expenses Description Amount Description Amount Base Revenue $95,042,400 Power Supply/Gen $82,458,600 TOTAL $95,042,400 Dept Expenses $9,208,700 Other Expenses $9,683,500 Transfers $8,128,500 TOTAL $109,479,300 Expenses exceed Revenues by $14.4M. The budget will only balance by utilizing some of the budget balance from FY23. This source may not be adequate for FY25. Page 31 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 5

Item #4. Key Budgetary Requirement - BALANCE OPERATING REVENUES = OPERATING EXPENSES Page 32 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 6

Item #4. REQUEST #1 – Defer Electric Rate Increase to 8/1 ▪ Direct Effect: Reduces Electric Revenue by $900k ▪ Action Required: Reduce Electric Expenses by $900k ▪ Proposed: Reduce Transfer to General Fund by $1M ($7M total) ▪ Result: Electric Fund Balanced Page 33 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 7

Item #4. REQUEST #1 – Defer Electric Rate Increase to 8/1 ▪ Side Effect: Reduces General Fund Revenue by $1M ▪ Action Required: Reduce General Fund Expenses by $1M or Increase Revenue by $1M ▪ Proposed: Apply Remaining $1M from Garrison Land Sales to General Fund Revenue ($3M total) ▪ Result: General Fund Balanced (Revenue Reserve Policy Waiver Required) Page 34 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 8

Item #4. REQUEST #2 – Reduce Property Tax Increase ▪ Direct Effect: Reducing Property Tax Increase from $0.04 to $0.03 Decreases General Fund Revenue by $350k ▪ Action Required: Reduce General Fund Expenses by $350k or Increase Revenue by $350k Page 35 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 9

Item #4. REQUEST #2 – Reduce Property Tax Increase ▪ Proposed OPTION #1: Reduce General Fund Expenditures by $89k as 6 police officers cannot be fully hired for 3 months plus Increase General Fund Revenues by Increasing Sanitation Fees an Additional $2.00 per month ($4.00 total ($29.00/month)) Resulting in $283k Additional Revenue ▪ Result: General Fund Balanced (Revenue Reserve Policy Waiver Required) Page 36 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 10

Item #4. REQUEST #2 – Reduce Property Tax Increase ▪ Proposed OPTION #2: Increase General Fund Revenues by Increasing Sanitation Fees an Additional $2.50 per month ($4.50 total ($29.50/month)) Resulting in $350k Additional Revenue ▪ Result: General Fund Balanced (Revenue Reserve Policy Waiver Required) Page 37 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 11

Item #4. REQUEST #2 – Reduce Property Tax Increase ▪ Proposed OPTION #3: Defer $350k in Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements to Increase the Transfer to the General Fund Resulting in $350k Additional Revenue ▪ Result: General Fund Balanced (Revenue Reserve Policy Waiver Required) Page 38 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 12

Item #4. Looking FY25 Forward OPERATING REVENUES = OPERATING EXPENSES Page 39 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 13

Item #4. FY25 General Fund Concerns ▪ The FY24 Budget contains $3M in one-time land sale revenues. – Replacing this source of funds would equal a $0.085 property tax increase alone. ▪ The budget balance from FY23 is being used to balance the FY24 budget ($7M). These funds will not be available in FY25. – Replacing this source of funds would equal a $0.20 property tax increase alone. ▪ Creation of Stormwater Utility is imperative. ▪ Creation of Sanitation Enterprise Fund is imperative. ▪ Property Tax increase of some form will still be required. Page 40 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 14

Item #4. FY25 All Fund Concerns ▪ FY24 Wage Study Increase ($4.2M) and FY24 FOP Increase ($2.2M) will continue into the future. ▪ Conservative estimate of an additional 3% increase anticipated for all groups going into FY25 and FY26. – FY25 personnel expenses projected to be $1.4M over FY24. – FY26 personnel expenses projected to be $1.5M over FY25. ▪ Expenditure increase will require rate, fee and/or tax increases. Page 41 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 15

Item #4. Recommendation - Approval of the FY24 budget as presented, to be effective July 1, 2023 is recommended. Page 42 FY24 BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS 6/22/2023 16

FY24 BUDGET DISCUSSION - SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING EXHIBIT # 2 Special Council Meeting of Item #4. 6/22/2023 FY24 GENERAL FUND BEGINNING BALANCE 8,666,900.00 DEPARTMENT EXPENSES We are projecting $31M in Receipts this year. CITY CLERK 414,200.00 This is the total Personnel and Operating expense for RECEIPTS COUNCIL 260,000.00 the General Fund. FINES AND POLICE REVENUE 521,600.00 This includes $3M in one-time land sales, that are TAX ASSESSOR - by no means guaranteed. This is basically offset by the $31M in Receipts, the LIBRARY REVENUES 122,200.00 PLANNING 822,500.00 $6M in Interfund Transfers (from KENT COUNTY BOOK REIMBURSEMENT - Property Tax amount includes $1.4M increase, CITY MANAGER 1,300,100.00 Elec/Water/Wastewater) and $11.9M Transfers-in BUSINESS LICENSES 1,400,000.00 based on a .04 cent increase (per $100/value). HUMAN RESOURCES 501,300.00 (again, mostly Elec./Water/Wastewater). PERMITS AND OTHER FEES 1,702,000.00 MAYOR 245,200.00 Also keep in mind the, one-time, $3M land sale is part Kent County Book reimbursement usually $100k - MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS 3,139,000.00 FIRE 851,600.00 of the proposed revenue total. $250k, is blank this year based on a newly POLICE EXTRA DUTY 240,000.00 proposed County Library Tax (this ranges from 0 LIFE SAFETY 690,600.00 PROPERTY TAXES 17,477,700.00 to (maybe) $150k) -- still up in the air at this CODE ENFORCEMENT 1,173,600.00 Add all of this up and you have basically $3M to cover point. everything else: Retirees, Capital Projects, Debt RECREATION REVENUE 126,500.00 INSPECTIONS 800,800.00 Service, etc. FRANCHISE FEE 610,000.00 POLICE 21,550,900.00 This overall total is slightly larger than what we SANITATION FEES 3,842,400.00 usually propose -- again, one-time land sale is POLICE EXTRA DUTY 405,000.00 This is why although the budget seems balanced we RENT REVENUE - GARRISON FARM 117,000.00 boosting totals -- this money will not be included PUBLIC WORKS - ADMINISTRATION 646,900.00 are using much of our built up 'capital' in the in FY25. Beginnning Budget balance...this can't continue COURT OF CHANCERY FEES 1,750,000.00 STREETS 768,600.00 beyond this year. INVESTMENT INCOME 200,000.00 SANITATION 3,060,100.00 RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 31,248,400.00 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 1,741,100.00 STORMWATER 906,400.00 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 822,100.00 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS GENERAL GOV 1,538,600.00 This $6M is a direct transfer from Water, PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING 279,300.00 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS PUBLIC WORKS 697,100.00 Wastewater, and Electric…over and above the LIBRARY 2,040,700.00 $8M (electric) and $1M (water/wastewater). INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS CENT SRVCS 989,800.00 This covers all of our Administrative expenses. RECREATION 1,549,600.00 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS FIN ADMIN 3,010,900.00 PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY 868,100.00 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 6,236,400.00 FLEET MAINTENANCE 1,078,600.00 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 879,600.00 GRANTS: FINANCE 1,022,300.00 POLICE EXTRA DUTY 165,000.00 CUSTOMER SERVICE 1,417,500.00 POLICE GRANTS FUND - These amounts are offset (pass through) with DEPARTMENT SUBTOTALS 46,096,700.00 POLICE PENSION GRANT 620,000.00 equal expense amounts or offset O/T payroll costs GREEN ENERGY GRANT 98,500.00 for the Police Department. OTHER EXPENSES MISC FED GRANT REVENUE - DEBT SERVICE 630,700.00 These are expenses that fund retirees pensions, debt MISC STATE GRANT REVENUE - CONTRIBUTION TO DDP 200,000.00 service, insurance, street light expense, etc. GRANTS SUBTOTAL 883,500.00 MISCELLANEOUS GRANT RELATED EXP - INSURANCE 970,000.00 TRANSFERS FROM: RETIREES PENSION 2,548,000.00 TRANSFER TAX 2,000,000.00 Besides receipts this is the other large revenue OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES - MUNICIPAL STREET AID 750,000.00 producer, again $9M of this comes directly from BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 32,000.00 Electric and Water/Wastewater. CIVIL TRAFFIC PENALTIES 150,000.00 UNCOLLECTIBLES - TRASH AND OTHER - WATER/WASTEWATER 1,000,000.00 STREET LIGHTS 850,000.00 ELECTRIC 8,000,000.00 EMERGENCY STORM EXPENSE - OTHER RESERVES - OTHER EXPENSE SUBTOTAL 5,230,700.00 TRANSFERS FROM SUBTOTAL 11,900,000.00 TRANSFERS TOTAL REVENUES, LESS BUDGET BALANCE 50,268,300.00 TRANSFER TO CAPITAL FUND - PROJECTS 2,920,100.00 Nearly $3M to fund capital projects and vehicles -- APPROP. TO THE POLICE PENSION FUND 350,800.00 this can only be cut back so far, before you have infrastructure problems, vehicle failures, etc. APPROP. POLICE PENSION - STATE GRANT 620,000.00 APPROP. TO TE GENERAL PENSION FUND 1,000,000.00 Currently, we have $5.6M proposed for FY24 -- this is TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC I & E FUND - $2.9M from the General Fund, $1.7 from a Line of TRANSFER TO ECONOMIC DEV. RESERVE 1,000,000.00 Credit (large vehicles), $588k in State Grants and $450k from the Lodging Tax. TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC FUND (ERP) 25,000.00 This is the true inequity in the fund. Basically the $7M difference is coming out of the budget balance, and that won't be there next year. TRANSFER TO INVENTORY RESERVE 25,000.00 TRANSFERS SUBTOTAL 5,940,900.00 This is projected to be all that's left at the start of FY25, unless we find new revenue streams or sharply TOTAL EXPENDITURES 57,268,300.00 curtail expenses... CURRENT YEAR BUDGET BALANCE 1,666,900.00 Page 43 June 22, 2023

Item #5. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING The Regular City Council Meeting was held on June 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m., with Council President Hare presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, Mrs. Arndt, Mr. Rocha, Mr. Sudler (via Webex), and Mr. Lewis. Staff members present were Police Chief Johnson, Ms. Peddicord, Mr. Hugg, Mrs. Gray, Chief David Carey, Mr. Rodriguez, and Ms. Bennett. Mayor Christiansen was also present. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 6:15 p.m., prior to the commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Council President Hare declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council was not in official session and could not take formal action. There were no members of the public that wished to speak during the Open Forum. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Elder Ellis Louden. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilman Neil. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Neil moved for th e adoption of the agenda, seconded by M r. Boggerty, and unanimously carried. Mr. Anderson moved to amend the agenda to allow Mayor Christiansen to brief members of Council prior to the budget discussion, seconded by Mr. Neil, and unanimously carried. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA All Consent Agenda items are considered routine and non-controversial and will be acted upon by a single roll call vote of the Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a member of Council so requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item. The consent agenda was not adopted during the meeting and will be considered during the Regular Council Meeting on Monday, July 24, 2023. PUBLIC HEARING - ELECTRIC FUND BUDGET A public hearing on the Electric Fund Budget is required for compliance with the City of Dover Electric Revenue Bonds Resolutions prior to the adoption of the budget. Notice of the public hearing was properly advertised for this time and place. Council President Hare declared the public hearing open. There being no one present wishing to speak during the public hearing, Council President Hare declared the public hearing closed. Page 44

Item #5. CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 26, 2023 PAGE 2 Council President Hare noted that the Final Reading and adoption of the Budget Ordinances will take place during the latter part of the meeting. REMOVING PROPERTIES FROM THE 10-YEAR TAX ABATEMENT PROGRAM Patricia Marney, Customer Service Director, explained that the purpose of this request is that there are approximately 18 properties that have ownership from nonprofits to new homeowners, 13 of whom are first-time homeowners. Ms. Marney explained that under the current code, the city can remove these properties from the 10-year abatement program if ownership transfers. Ms. Marney further explained that if the city were to do that, it would increase the tax revenue by approximately $9,000, however after discussing it with Mr. Rodriguez in October, council approval is necessary. Responding to Mr. Neil, Ms. Marney explained that 432 West Green Street was previously owned by NCALL and was sold in 2021, and that is why that particular property is on the list. The city would like to return it to the tax rolls, but it needs to be approved by council. Ms. Marney explained that she is requesting that the tax office be able to transfer or remove the abatements administratively without bringing them to council for approval. Ms. Marney further explained that she is unsure why the tax office did not do this in the past. Mr. Lewis requested that members of council be notified of the transfers when they happen administratively. Mr. Anderson suggested amending the motion to include sending the amended ordinance back to the Legislative, Finance, and Administration committee for approval. Mr. Neil moved to return the 18 properties to the tax rolls at the state-assessed value and to allow the tax office to transfer or remove abatements administratively without bringing them to council for approval, seconded by Mrs. Arndt and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN COUNCIL BUDGET BRIEFING Mayor Christiansen delivered the following message to council prior to budget deliberations: “Mr. President, Ladies, and Gentleman thank you for allowing me to speak. First, I highly respect each of you and the work each of you do on behalf of the citizens we all serve, and likewise the efforts of city staff preparing the City Budget. On Friday afternoon Governor Carney informed me that some pending legislation was passed to help us, the City of Wilmington, and Georgetown with some of our fiscal challenges. City Manager Hugg will elaborate on that legislation, its nature and effect on this year’s 2024 Budget, and future budgets for our city. Before I yield the floor to Mr. Hugg, I would like to commend the vision of Senator Elizabeth “Tizzy” Lockman and the cosponsors of Senate Bill 110, the lobbying efforts of Mayor Mike Purzycki, myself, Mayor Bill West, City Manager Hugg, and the support of our Local State Legislative Delegation, who without their support this piece of legislation would not have come about. I thank each of them from the bottom of my heart.” Page 45

Item #5. CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 26, 2023 PAGE 3 Mr. Hugg, City Manager, thanked Mayor Christiansen and gave an overall detailed explanation of Senate Bill 110 and how the legislation will impact the City of Dover. He further explained that it is a PILOT (Payment In Lieu of Taxes) kind of approach. Mr. Hugg recommended to council a four-part motion which includes disregarding the options for consideration in the packet and recognizing the additional General Fund revenue in the proposed budget. Mr. Hugg also recommended that the motion eliminate any proposed tax increase for Fiscal Year 2024 and ask that council adopt the proposed budget as presented by staff with the amended revenue number, including the proposed electric rates effective July 1, 2023. Mr. Hugg reminded members of council that this new revenue source, while sustainable, does not fix long-term the concerns that need to be addressed on taxes, fees, licenses, grants, etc. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Hugg stated that yes the city would be holding the property tax revenue and the property tax at this year’s rates. Mr. Hugg further explained that they will be substituting the revenues that would otherwise be raised by a tax increase to recognize the increased court fees and moving forward with the rest of the recommendation, which includes the proposed electric fees with no adjustment that were presented to council several weeks ago to go into effect in July. Mr. Hugg confirmed that the property tax rate would not change from its current rate for Fiscal Year 2024. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg confirmed that the property tax rate will remain at 44.5 cents for $100 in assessed value. Mr. Anderson stated that his concern is then, what can be done to frame the electric rate increase to August 1, 2023. Mr. Sudler stated that he is still looking forward to a sustainable plan being brought forth by staff. Mr. Sudler stated that as of right now, they are not moving anything or raising anything, which is fine, but he would still like to hear a proactive approach for the future within the next year or two. Mr. Sudler stated that he thinks the City of Dover needs to be working towards a four- or five-year plan projection. Mr. Anderson asked what would need to be done to make the new electric rates effective on August 1, 2023. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Hugg stated that when revenues increase, they have more money to expend, and when they go down, they must cut services or defer expenditures. Mr. Hugg further explained that this adjustment balances the budget and provides the necessary funding for the electric department based on the traditional 12-month period, beginning July 1 of each year. Mr. Hugg explained that if they try and reduce the electric rate increase, then it would be necessary to find additional funding. Mr. Neil stated that when they delay the increase, it is supposed to be helping everyone. He further stated that Ms. Marney does advise those who need assistance. to different agencies, and he thinks that the city may want to formalize it and do a little bit more to help those who need it. Mr. Neil stated that giving a break for a month, basically, is going to be pushing the city to the wall in terms Page 46

Item #5. CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 26, 2023 PAGE 4 of problems that could arise. Mr. Neil stated that they went through the study, and they are going to have to bite the bullet and pay it. He further stated that if people do not want to use their electricity, they can do things to save money. Mr. Neil stated that they cannot give everybody a break for a month and then say okay, now they must pay for it. Mr. Neil stated that he would prefer sticking with what they have and then finding a way to help the people who are in dire conditions financially so that they can give them the help they need. Mr. Rocha stated that it has nothing to do with the individuals who cannot afford to pay, it is about fairness and the way the billing is structured. He further stated that if it is implemented like it was last year on July 1, then most of the month of June goes into that first bill in July. He explained that his constituents are upset that they are paying the rate change for the month of June when it went into effect on July 1 because the billing software does not allow the city to stop the rate on June 30. Responding to Mr. Hare, Ms. Marney explained that she believes the confusion is the consideration of the meter read dates vs the billing dates. Ms. Marney explained that the rates are implemented with the bill date, not the meter read date. She further explained that there are approximately 2,400 accounts that would be affected by whether they make the rate effective as of July 1 or August 1. Ms. Marney explained that the same cycle billing routes that will be affected and have one or two days in the prior billing period under the July or the Fiscal Year 2024 rates. She confirmed that it does balance out in the end, as far as how it is paid or how it is billed to customers. Mr. Rocha stated that he is standing up for the people, and these are the calls that he is receiving from his constituents, so he is bringing the concerns to council at this time. Mr. Lewis stated that it is good news that there will not be a property tax increase of 4% this year, however, he concurs with Mr. Rocha and Mr. Anderson concerning the electric rate and the timing of the billing. Mr. Lewis explained that he has also received calls from his constituents with respect to their concerns with this matter. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Ms. Marney explained it is only a 1–2-day difference, and that there is not a large amount of time in between. Ms. Marney explained that she is working with Kay Sass on this issue. Mr. Anderson stated that he thinks that the concern is that the chart shows that the people are billed for June, even some of them in parts of May, and it gives the appearance that the increase is retroactive. Mr. Anderson stated that they are trying to make sure the residents have the proper notice. Mr. Anderson explained that the public hearing was tonight, and they cannot possibly adjust their energy use retroactively. Mr. Hare stated that the people complaining about the increase are doing to complain at the end of the year when they are getting a better rate. Mr. Hare stated that if the rates are raised next year, then the rates go into effect in August, and it is going to be affected in July. Mr. Hare stated that everyone cannot start paying the same rate on August 1, because the system is not set up that way. He further stated that years ago, when the rates were lowered, nobody complained that they were affected the month prior. Page 47

Item #5. CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 26, 2023 PAGE 5 Mr. Lewis stated that while he does not disagree with Mr. Hare, it is more about the fact, as Mr. Anderson stated, notifying the people and giving them ample time due to some people that are on a budget. Ms. Arndt stated that she would like to hear the staff’s reaction and what the budget implications might be from Councilman Anderson’s proposal. Responding to Ms. Arndt, Ms. Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer, explained that, as stated in the past couple of budget discussions, they are going to encounter this issue whenever there is an increase or change in rate. She further explained that the timing of the billing does not align with the meter reading date. She stated that when walking into a grocery store or driving up to a gas station, although they can drive past particular stores, they do not have a lot of control over day-to-day fluctuations. Mr. Boggerty asked for an explanation of the impact of implementing Mr. Anderson’s proposal of the transfer from depreciation reserve to be increased from 0 to $900,000. Responding to Ms. Arndt and Mr. Boggerty, Lori Peddicord, Controller/Treasurer, explained that they can implement Mr. Anderson’s suggestion, however, she suggested not using the rate depreciation reserve, instead using the rate stabilization because it is directly related to rates. She further explained that it will keep the rates the same, it will defer the rates to be placed in effect to August 1 versus July 1, and the transfer from the reserve account will offset that and it will lead to a balanced budget. Mr. Anderson stated that he would be glad to amend his motion. Mr. Sudler agreed to second the amended motion. Mr. Neil asked of the 24,000 accounts how many of those would fall into the timeframe between June and July. Mr. Neil asked how many people are affected by this change and when the meters are read. Ms. Marney stated that she will follow up and send this information to members of council. Mr. Anderson referred to the chart shared by Ms. Marney and explained that they can see that most people will be affected to one degree or another. He further explained that there is a substantial group of about 15% that almost all their bill is affected. Mr. Lewis reminded everyone that there is a motion on the floor and that members of council are elected officials, and that receiving constituent complaints is part of the job. Mr. Hare stated that he would like to go ahead and vote on this item. Mr. Hare further stated that he agrees with Ms. Arndt, that next year’s budget needs to be started earlier because he has a ton of questions. Mr. Anderson moved to amend budget ordinance 2023-05, on line 638, the transfer from rate stabilization is increased from 0 to $900,000. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and carried by a roll call vote of six (6) yes (Anderson, Boggerty, Rocha, Sudler, Lewis, Hare) and three (3) no (Neil, Pillsbury, Arndt). Page 48

Item #5. CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 26, 2023 PAGE 6 FINAL READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2023-05 The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting on June 12, 2023. Council President Sudler reminded members of the public that copies of the proposed ordinance were available at the entrance of the Council Chambers or on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government." Mr. Anderson moved that the Final Reading of the proposed ordinance be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Sudler, and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of June 12, 2023.) By motion of Mr. Anderson, seconded by Mr. Lewis, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote, adopted Ordinance #2023-05 (Exhibit #1). CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENT City Manager Hugg thanked the members of council for passing the budget this evening. MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Christiansen reminded everyone about the City of Dover’s Family Fourth of July celebration, which will start with a VFW parade at 6:00 p.m., followed by a celebrity pie eating contest featuring Delaware’s official State dessert, peach pie, sponsored by Fifer’s Orchards. Mayor Christiansen further stated that immediately following, in front of Legislative Hall, will be a hot dog eating contest sponsored by Coney Island Grill, followed by 30 minutes of the most spectacular fireworks display on the Eastern shore. COUNCIL MEMBER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Rocha wished Council President Hare a Happy Birthday. Mr. Sudler thanked City Manager Hugg, Assistant City Manager Duca, Ms. Peddicord, and Jeff Dill for a great job. Mr. Sudler further stated that he knows it was a tough year, the staff handled some tough questions, and everyone was able to come through and help convey to the constituents that they were in good hands. Mr. Sudler thanked everyone for their due diligence and stated great job, Team Dover. Mr. Boggerty stated that last week’s ice cream day was canceled due to inclement weather, however, due to the great response, it has been rescheduled for Friday, June 30, 2023. Mr. Boggerty thanked Mayor Christiansen and Council President Hare for their donations and for Mr. Rocha being willing to be the DJ for the event. Mr. Neil reminded everyone that Bally’s is having fireworks on the evening of July 2, 2023. Mr. Neil explained that it is going to be bigger than last year, and it is free to the community. Mrs. Arndt reminded members that in lieu of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting, there is Land Use, FOIA, and Ethics training scheduled and will be held in Council Chambers. Members of the Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment have been invited. Mrs. Arndt stated that the attorney that will be presenting will be Max Walton, that he is highly regarded in the State of Delaware and will be sharing case law and changes to case law that they should all be aware of. Page 49

Item #5. CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 26, 2023 PAGE 7 Mr. Lewis sent out well wishes to Mrs. Faye White, a second district constituent who faithfully attends most city council and committee meetings. Mr. Lewis stated that he has a get-well card if anyone is interested and would like to sign, he will make sure that she receives it. Dr. Pillsbury reminded everyone that District 1 will be having its Town Hall public meeting on Thursday, July 13, 2023, at Maple Dale Country Club at 6 o'clock. Mr. Anderson stated that many of his constituents are renters, and they pay their rent on time. Mr. Anderson further stated that if you get on the website www.neighborhoodgoodpartners.org, there is a Delaware rent reporting pilot program that will help renters build credit by allowing their rent, cell phone, and utilities to all build their credit, which could help them become homeowners in the future in our city. Mr. Anderson explained that he would like everybody who rents to check out this pilot program with the Delaware State Housing Authority, Neighborhood Good Partners, and Sell Financial Incorporated. He further stated that there is also an option for a financial workshop that will be happening on July 11, 2023. Mr. Anderson suggested going to the website or Facebook page for more information. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment of the Regular Council meeting, hearing no objection, the meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m. ANDRIA BENNETT CITY CLERK All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Regular Meeting of June 26, 2023, are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /AB Exhibits Exhibit #1 - Ordinance #2023-05 - 2023/2024 City of Dover Budget Ordinances Page 50

EXHIBIT #1 Regular Council Meeting of June 26, 2023 CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. 2023-2024 BUDGET ORDINANCES BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Fifty-Nine Million Two Hundred Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred dollars ($59,263,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: GENERAL FUND CASH RECEIPT SUMMARY FOR 2023-2024 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 13,219,100 $ 8,666,900 RECEIPTS FINES AND POLICE REVENUE 603,000 521,600 LIBRARY REVENUES 143,400 122,200 KENT COUNTY BOOK REIMBURSEMENT 431,700 - BUSINESS LICENSES 1,450,000 1,400,000 PERMITS AND OTHER FEES 1,994,400 1,702,000 MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS 149,400 3,139,000 POLICE EXTRA DUTY 240,000 240,000 PROPERTY TAXES 16,101,300 16,056,100 RECREATION REVENUE 134,000 126,500 FRANCHISE FEE 600,000 610,000 SANITATION FEES 3,564,200 3,842,400 RENT REVENUE - GARRISON FARM 110,000 117,000 COURT OF CHANCERY FEES 1,900,000 3,500,000 INVESTMENT INCOME 285,000 200,000 RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 27,706,400 31,576,800 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS GENERAL GOV 1,472,200 1,538,600 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS PUBLIC WORKS 674,900 697,100 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS CENT SRVCS 1,013,500 989,800 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS FIN ADMIN 3,020,800 3,010,900 INTERFUND SERVICE RECEIPTS SUBTOTAL 6,181,400 6,236,400 GRANTS: POLICE EXTRA DUTY 165,000 165,000 POLICE GRANTS FUND 287,500 - POLICE PENSION GRANT 620,000 620,000 GREEN ENERGY GRANT 98,500 98,500 MISC STATE GRANT REVENUE 105,000 - GRANTS SUBTOTAL 1,276,000 883,500 TRANSFERS FROM: TRANSFER TAX 2,300,000 2,000,000 MUNICIPAL STREET AID 794,000 750,000 CIVIL TRAFFIC PENALTIES 70,000 150,000 WATER/WASTEWATER 2,000,000 1,000,000 ELECTRIC 8,000,000 8,000,000 OTHER RESERVES - - TRANSFERS FROM SUBTOTAL 13,164,000 11,900,000 TOTAL REVENUES 48,327,800 50,596,700 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUE $ 61,546,900 $ 59,263,600 Page 51 1

2023-2024 BUDGET ORDINANCES Item #5. GENERAL FUND - EXPENDITURES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2023-2024 2022/23 2023/24 DEPARTMENT EXPENSES FINAL BEGINNING CITY CLERK $ 385,800 $ 414,200 COUNCIL 256,800 260,000 PLANNING 730,200 826,100 CITY MANAGER 1,289,600 1,300,100 HUMAN RESOURCES 477,800 501,300 MAYOR 224,500 245,200 FIRE 741,200 851,600 LIFE SAFETY 620,900 690,600 CODE ENFORCEMENT 1,007,000 1,173,600 INSPECTIONS 789,900 800,800 POLICE 19,512,800 21,550,900 POLICE EXTRA DUTY 405,000 405,000 PUBLIC WORKS - ADMINISTRATION 571,100 646,900 STREETS 597,100 768,600 SANITATION 2,865,100 3,060,100 GROUNDS MAINTENANCE 1,637,000 1,741,100 STORMWATER 820,300 906,400 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 861,900 822,100 PUBLIC WORKS - ENGINEERING 207,100 279,300 LIBRARY 1,957,800 2,040,700 RECREATION 1,367,700 1,549,600 PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY 781,600 873,600 FLEET MAINTENANCE 1,024,000 1,078,600 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 848,400 874,100 FINANCE 1,157,200 1,032,300 CUSTOMER SERVICE 1,438,800 1,417,500 DEPARTMENT SUBTOTALS 42,576,600 46,110,300 OTHER EXPENSES DEBT SERVICE 630,000 630,700 CONTRIBUTION TO DDP 150,000 150,000 INSURANCE 950,000 970,000 RETIREES HEALTH CARE 2,328,500 2,548,000 OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 24,300 - BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 36,000 32,000 STREET LIGHTS 810,000 850,000 EMERGENCY STORM EXPENSE 150,000 - OTHER EXPENSE SUBTOTAL 5,078,800 5,180,700 TRANSFERS TRANSFER TO CAPITAL FUND - PROJECTS 3,554,600 2,920,100 APPROP. TO THE POLICE PENSION FUND - 350,800 APPROP. POLICE PENSION - STATE GRANT 620,000 620,000 APPROP. TO TE GENERAL PENSION FUND 1,000,000 1,000,000 TRANSFER TO ECONOMIC DEV. RESERVE - 1,000,000 TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC FUND (ERP) 25,000 25,000 TRANSFER TO INVENTORY RESERVE 25,000 25,000 TRANSFERS SUBTOTAL 5,224,600 5,940,900 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 52,880,000 57,231,900 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 8,666,900 2,031,700 TOTALS $ 61,546,900 $ 59,263,600 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 52 2

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Six Million Three Hundred and Sixty-Six Thousand dollars ($6,366,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - PROJECTS $ 5,556,500 $ 676,900 REVENUES MISCELLANEOUS RECIEPTS 1,179,000 - LINE OF CREDIT (HEAVY DUTY VEHICLES) - 1,731,000 STATE GRANTS - Other 1,701,300 588,000 TRANSFER FROM GENERAL FUND 3,554,600 2,920,100 TRANSFER FROM PARKLAND RESERVE 1,334,000 - TRANSFER FROM CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE 340,000 - TRANSFER FROM LODGING TAX 450,000 450,000 SUBTOTAL PROJECT RECEIPTS 8,558,900 5,689,100 TOTAL FUNDING SOURCES 8,558,900 5,689,100 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE AND REVENUES $ 14,115,400 $ 6,366,000 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 EXPENDITURES FINAL BEGINNING FIRE $ 507,100 $ 419,600 GROUNDS 154,300 214,500 LIBRARY 154,500 - RECREATION 2,348,700 835,000 CODE ENFORCEMENT 29,000 34,600 INSPECTIONS 30,100 - POLICE 1,202,000 1,186,500 STREETS 3,011,600 852,300 STORMWATER 3,437,500 1,135,000 SANITATION 1,225,400 707,800 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 160,600 115,500 PUBLIC WORKS - ADMINISTRATION - 30,000 FACILITIES MANAGEMENT 1,019,300 80,000 GENERAL FUND ENG - 48,300 PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY 152,700 - FLEET MAINTENANCE 5,700 30,000 DEPARTMENT SUBTOTAL 13,438,500 5,689,100 BUDGET BALANCE 676,900 676,900 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENDITURES $ 14,115,400 $ 6,366,000 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 53 3

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. GENERAL FUND CONTINGENCY CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Fifty-Seven Thousand Two Hundred dollars ($757,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 737,700 $ 747,700 INTEREST EARNED 10,000 9,500 TOTALS $ 747,700 $ 757,200 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CARRY FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR $ 747,700 $ 757,200 TOTALS $ 747,700 $ 757,200 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 54 4

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Million Three Hundred Thirty-Nine Thousand dollars ($1,339,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 1,621,200 $ 1,309,000 INTEREST EARNINGS 27,800 30,000 TOTALS $ 1,649,000 $ 1,339,000 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND $ 340,000 $ - CARRY FORWARD TO NEXT YEAR 1,309,000 1,339,000 TOTALS $ 1,649,000 $ 1,339,000 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 55 5

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. PARKLAND/RECREATION RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Hundred and Five Thousand Three Hundred dollars ($105,300) much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 1,439,300 $ 105,300 TOTALS $ 1,439,300 $ 105,300 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO GOVERNMENTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS FUND $ 1,334,000 $ - CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 105,300 105,300 TOTALS $ 1,439,300 $ 105,300 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 56 6

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WATER FUND REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Nine Million Three Hundred Sixty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred dollars ($9,368,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 2,045,300 $ 2,082,900 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 2,045,300 2,082,900 BASE REVENUE WATER SERVICES 6,650,000 6,550,000 WATER TANK SPACE LEASING 425,400 435,500 WATER IMPACT FEES 300,000 225,000 INTEREST - WATER 137,000 50,000 MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE FEE 56,700 25,200 TOTAL REVENUES 7,569,100 7,285,700 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES AND REVENUES $ 9,614,400 $ 9,368,600 ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 57 7

2023-2024 BUDGET ORDINANCES Item #5. WATER FUND - EXPENSES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2023-2024 2022/23 2023/24 DIRECT EXPENSES FINAL BEGINNING ENGINEERING & INSPECTION $ 357,100 $ 386,500 WATER DEPARTMENT 729,600 862,100 WATER TREATMENT PLANT 2,389,300 2,907,500 DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTAL 3,476,000 4,156,100 OTHER EXPENSES DEBT SERVICE - WATER 778,000 700,000 RETIREES HEALTH CARE 207,400 226,900 INTERFUND SERVICE FEES 1,096,400 1,138,000 BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 23,000 27,000 OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 2,104,800 2,091,900 TRANSFER TO: GENERAL FUND FROM WATER 1,000,000 500,000 WATER IMP AND EXT 920,700 1,536,700 ELECTRIC FUND (ERP) 25,000 25,000 TRANSFER TO INVENTORY WRITE-OFFS 5,000 5,000 TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 1,950,700 2,066,700 TOTAL EXPENSES 7,531,500 8,314,700 BUDGET BALANCES BUDGET BALANCE WATER 2,082,900 1,053,900 BUDGET BALANCE SUBTOTALS 2,082,900 1,053,900 TOTAL CURRENT YEAR BALANCES AND EXPENSES $ 9,614,400 $ 9,368,600 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 58 8

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WATER IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Million Three Hundred and Sixty-Four Thousand Five Hundred dollars ($7,364,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 4,314,300 $ 3,630,700 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 4,314,300 3,630,700 REVENUES MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS 904,100 - STATE GRANT - WATER 200,000 2,072,000 TRANS FR OPERATING FUND - WATER 920,700 1,536,700 TRANSFER FR WATER IMPACT FEE 746,400 75,100 INTEREST INCOME 50,000 50,000 TOTAL REVENUES 2,821,200 3,733,800 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES & REVENUES $ 7,135,500 $ 7,364,500 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 EXPENSES FINAL BEGINNING ENGINEERING $ - $ 48,000 WATER 3,192,300 4,579,300 WATER TREATMENT PLANT 312,500 56,500 TOTAL EXPENSES 3,504,800 4,683,800 BUDGET BALANCE - WATER 3,630,700 2,680,700 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 3,630,700 2,680,700 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCES & EXPENSES $ 7,135,500 $ 7,364,500 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 59 9

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WASTEWATER FUND REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Fifteen Million One Hundred and Thirty-Five Thousand Six Hundred dollars ($15,135,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 2,858,700 $ 4,534,400 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 2,858,700 4,534,400 BASE REVENUE WASTEWATER SERVICES 4,580,300 4,600,000 WASTEWATER TREATMENT SERVICES 3,205,400 3,526,000 GROUNDWATER INFLOW ADJUSTMENT 2,137,000 2,200,000 WASTEWATER IMPACT FEES 280,000 225,000 STATE GRANT - WASTEWATER 2,500 - INTEREST - WASTEWATER 134,000 50,000 MISCELLANEOUS SERVICE FEE 24,500 200 TOTAL REVENUES 10,363,700 10,601,200 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES AND REVENUES $ 13,222,400 $ 15,135,600 Page 60 10

2023-2024 BUDGET ORDINANCES Item #5. WASTEWATER FUND - EXPENSES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2023-2024 2022/23 2023/24 DIRECT EXPENSES FINAL BEGINNING ENGINEERING & INSPECTION $ 359,900 $ 304,100 WASTEWATER DEPARTMENT 1,231,200 1,345,100 DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTAL 1,591,100 1,649,200 OTHER EXPENSES DEBT SERVICE - WASTEWATER 650,000 696,200 RETIREES HEALTH CARE 100,500 110,000 OTHER EMPLOYMENT EXPENSES 1,400 - KENT COUNTY TREATMENT CHARGE 3,760,000 4,730,000 INTERFUND SERVICE FEES 841,600 870,900 BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 7,000 10,000 OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 5,360,500 6,417,100 TRANSFER TO: GENERAL FUND FROM WASTEWATER 1,000,000 500,000 WASTEWATER IMP AND EXT 706,400 2,270,900 ELETRIC FUND (ERP) 25,000 25,000 TRANSFER TO INVENTORY WRITE-OFFS 5,000 5,000 TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 1,736,400 2,800,900 TOTAL EXPENSES 8,688,000 10,867,200 BUDGET BALANCES BUDGET BALANCE WASTEWATER 4,534,400 4,268,400 BUDGET BALANCE SUBTOTALS 4,534,400 4,268,400 TOTAL CURRENT YEAR BALANCES AND EXPENSES $ 13,222,400 $ 15,135,600 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 61 11

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WASTEWATER IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Million Four Hundred and Eight Thousand Two Hundred dollars ($3,408,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 1,122,400 $ 806,300 REVENUES MISCELLANEOUS RECEIPTS 910,900 - STATE GRANT 50,000 - TRANS FR OPERATING FUND - WW 706,400 2,270,900 TRANSFER FR WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE 255,600 306,000 INTEREST INCOME 10,000 25,000 TOTAL REVENUES 1,932,900 2,601,900 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES & REVENUES $ 3,055,300 $ 3,408,200 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 EXPENSES FINAL BEGINNING WASTEWATER $ 2,249,000 $ 2,576,900 TOTAL EXPENSES 2,249,000 2,576,900 BUDGET BALANCE - WASTEWATER 806,300 831,300 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 806,300 831,300 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCES & EXPENSES $ 3,055,300 $ 3,408,200 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 62 12

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WATER CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Hundred Eighty-Seven Thousand Seven Hundred dollars ($587,700) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 577,300 $ 582,700 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 577,300 582,700 RECEIPTS INTEREST EARNINGS - WATER 5,400 5,000 TOTAL RECEIPTS 5,400 5,000 TOTALS $ 582,700 $ 587,700 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WATER $ 582,700 $ 587,700 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 582,700 587,700 TOTALS $ 582,700 $ 587,700 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 63 13

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WASTEWATER CAPITAL ASSET RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Hundred Eighty-Six Thousand Three Hundred dollars ($586,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 575,900 $ 581,300 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 575,900 581,300 RECEIPTS INTEREST EARNINGS - WASTEWATER 5,400 5,000 TOTAL RECEIPTS 5,400 5,000 TOTALS $ 581,300 $ 586,300 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 581,300 $ 586,300 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 581,300 586,300 TOTALS $ 581,300 $ 586,300 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 64 14

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WATER IMPACT FEE RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Million Eighty-Six Thousand Six Hundred dollars ($1,086,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 1,802,100 $ 1,072,600 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 1,802,100 1,072,600 RECEIPTS INTEREST EARNINGS - WATER 16,900 14,000 TOTAL RECEIPTS 13,200 14,000 TOTALS $ 1,815,300 $ 1,086,600 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WATER $ 1,072,600 $ 1,011,500 TRANSFER TO I & E FUND FROM WATER IMPACT FEES 746,400 75,100 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 1,819,000 1,086,600 TOTALS $ 1,819,000 $ 1,086,600 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 65 15

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WASTEWATER IMPACT FEE RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Million One Hundred Fifteen Thousand Three Hundred dollars ($5,115,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 5,287,000 $ 5,075,300 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 5,287,000 5,075,300 RECEIPTS INTEREST EARNINGS - WASTEWATER 43,900 40,000 TOTAL RECEIPTS 43,900 40,000 TOTALS $ 5,330,900 $ 5,115,300 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO I & E FUND FROM WASTEWATER IMPACT FEES $ 255,600 $ 306,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 5,075,300 $ 4,809,300 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 5,330,900 5,115,300 TOTALS $ 5,330,900 $ 5,115,300 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 66 16

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WATER CONTINGENCY RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Two Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Two Hundred dollars ($281,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WATER $ 275,600 $ 278,200 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 275,600 278,200 RECEIPTS INTEREST EARNINGS - WATER 2,600 3,000 TOTAL RECEIPTS 2,600 3,000 TOTALS $ 278,200 $ 281,200 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WATER $ 278,200 $ 281,200 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 278,200 281,200 TOTAL EXPENSES AND CURRENT YEAR BALANCES $ 278,200 $ 281,200 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 67 17

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WASTEWATER CONTINGENCY RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Hundred Ten Thousand Six Hundred dollars ($310,600) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 304,700 $ 307,600 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCES 304,700 307,600 RECEIPTS INTEREST EARNINGS - WASTEWATER 2,900 3,000 TOTAL RECEIPTS 2,900 3,000 TOTALS $ 307,600 $ 310,600 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - WASTEWATER $ 307,600 $ 310,600 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE SUBTOTALS 307,600 310,600 TOTAL EXPENSES AND CURRENT YEAR BALANCES $ 307,600 $ 310,600 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 68 18

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Hundred Nineteen Million Six Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Five Hundred dollars ($119,626,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 21,889,800 $ 24,584,100 DISTRIBUTION OF EARNINGS - PCA CREDIT 16,440,000 - BEGINNING BALANCE - ADJUSTED 38,329,800 24,584,100 BASE REVENUE DIRECT SALES TO CUSTOMER 79,461,200 91,107,000 UTILITY TAX 1,648,700 1,636,400 MISCELLANEOUS REVENUE 689,000 528,000 RENT REVENUE 212,000 136,000 GREEN ENERGY 127,000 135,000 INTEREST EARNINGS 909,200 525,000 MISC STATE GRANTS 42,200 - TRANSFER FROM RATE STABILIZATION 10,000,000 900,000 TRANSFER FROM OTHER FUNDS (ERP) 75,000 75,000 TOTAL REVENUES 93,164,300 95,042,400 TOTAL BEGINNING BALANCE & REVENUES $ 131,494,100 $ 119,626,500 Page 69 19

2023-2024 BUDGET ORDINANCES Item #5. ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND EXPENSES AND BUDGET BALANCE FOR 2023-2024 2022/23 2023/24 EXPENSES FINAL BEGINNING POWER SUPPLY $ 31,117,600 $ 31,630,700 SOLAR ENERGY 3,153,300 3,468,200 SOLAR RENEWAL ENERGY CREDITS 388,300 376,100 POWER SUPPLY MANAGEMENT 634,800 660,200 REC'S (Renewable Energy Credits) 3,500,400 5,250,400 RGGI (Regional Greenhouse Gas Init.) 53,500 55,500 PJM CHARGES - ENERGY 12,850,300 18,237,300 PJM CHARGES - TRANSMISSION & FEES 13,760,000 14,912,800 CAPACITY CHARGES 12,528,400 10,742,300 SUB-TOTAL POWER SUPPLY 77,986,600 85,333,500 PLANT OPERATIONS 2,053,000 2,159,400 GENERATIONS FUELS 412,700 26,100 PJM SPOT MARKET ENERGY (426,500) (48,600) PJM CREDITS 1,580,700 (705,000) CAPACITY CREDITS (5,704,200) (4,206,800) GENERATION SUBTOTAL (2,084,300) (2,774,900) POWER SUPPLY & GENERATION SUBTOTAL 75,902,300 82,558,600 DIRECT EXPENDITURES TRANSMISSION/DISTRIBUTION 4,299,700 4,893,100 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 1,557,100 1,826,600 ADMINISTRATION 966,400 1,020,200 METER READING 375,400 460,500 SYSTEMS OPERATIONS 902,300 1,008,300 DIRECT EXPENDITURE SUBTOTALS 8,100,900 9,208,700 OTHER EXPENSES: UTILITY TAX 1,648,700 1,636,400 ALLOW FOR UNCOLLECTIBLES 300,000 300,000 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES - RFP'S 60,000 50,000 LEGAL EXPENSES 50,000 50,000 RETIREES HEALTH CARE 911,000 997,000 GREEN ENERGY GRANT 98,500 135,000 INTERFUND SERVICE FEES 4,243,400 4,227,500 INTEREST ON DEPOSITS 135,000 20,000 BANK & CREDIT CARD FEES 635,000 635,000 BOND ISSUANCE COST 40,000 - DEBT SERVICE 1,591,600 1,482,600 STORM EXPENSE 150,000 150,000 OTHER EXPENSES SUBTOTAL 9,863,200 9,683,500 TRANSFER TO: IMPROVEMENT & EXTENSION 4,826,400 - GENERAL FUND 8,000,000 8,000,000 OTHER RESERVES 117,200 28,500 TRANSFER TO INVENTORY WRITE-OFFS 100,000 100,000 TRANSFER TO SUBTOTAL 13,043,600 8,128,500 TOTAL EXPENSES 106,910,000 109,579,300 BUDGET BALANCE - WORKING CAPITAL 24,584,100 10,047,200 TOTALS $ 131,494,100 $ 119,626,500 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 70 20

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRIC UTILITY IMPROVEMENT AND EXTENSION FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eighteen Million Eight Hundred Forty-Five Thousand Nine Hundred dollars ($18,845,900) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 24,439,400 $ 16,645,900 REVENUES TRANSFER FROM ELECTRIC 4,826,400 - GRANT/BOND/LOAN 5,000,000 - GENERAL SERVICE BILLING 200,000 200,000 TRF FROM DEPRECIATION RSV 8,803,100 - TRF FROM FUTURE CAPACITY - 2,000,000 INTEREST EARNINGS 114,200 - TOTAL REVENUES 18,943,700 2,200,000 TOTALS $ 43,383,100 $ 18,845,900 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 EXPENSES FINAL BEGINNING ELECTRIC ADMINISTRATION $ 499,400 $ 2,000,000 ELECTRIC GENERATION 12,851,800 275,000 TRANSMISSION AND DISTRIBUTION 2,482,900 2,497,400 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING 8,891,400 2,076,000 METER READING 44,300 - ERP SYSTEM 1,967,400 - TOTAL EXPENSES 26,737,200 6,848,400 BUDGET BALANCE 16,645,900 11,997,500 TOTAL BUDGET BALANCE & EXPENSES $ 43,383,100 $ 18,845,900 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 71 21

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRIC UTILITY CONTINGENCY RESERVE CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Nine Hundred Sixty-One Thousand Two Hundred dollars ($961,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 944,400 $ 953,200 RECEIPTS INTEREST EARNINGS 8,800 8,000 TOTAL RECEIPTS 8,800 8,000 TOTALS $ 953,200 $ 961,200 EXPENSE SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 953,200 $ 961,200 TOTALS $ 953,200 $ 961,200 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 72 22

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRIC UTILITY DEPRECIATION RESERVE SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Twelve Million Five Hundred Eighty-One Thousand Three dollars ($12,581,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 21,087,100 $ 12,481,300 INTEREST EARNINGS 197,300 100,000 TOTALS $ 21,284,400 $ 12,581,300 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC I & E $ 8,803,100 $ - CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 12,481,300 12,581,300 TOTALS $ 21,284,400 $ 12,581,300 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 73 23

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRIC UTILITY FUTURE CAPACITY RESERVE SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Twelve Million Seven Hundred Sixteen Thousand Nine Hundred dollars ($12,716,900) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 14,446,700 $ 14,581,900 INTEREST EARNINGS 135,200 135,000 TOTALS $ 14,581,900 $ 14,716,900 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC I & E - $ 2,000,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 14,581,900 $ 12,716,900 TOTALS $ 14,581,900 $ 14,716,900 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 74 24

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRIC UTILITY INSURANCE STABILIZATION RESERVE SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eight Hundred Forty-Four Thousand Three Hundred dollars ($844,300) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 829,000 $ 836,800 INTEREST EARNINGS 7,800 7,500 TOTALS $ 836,800 $ 844,300 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING CURRENT YEAR BALANCE $ 836,800 $ 844,300 TOTALS $ 836,800 $ 844,300 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 75 25

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRIC UTILITY RATE STABILIZATION RESERVE SOURCES AND USE OF FUNDS FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Ten Million Two Hundred and Two Thousand Seven Hundred dollars($10,202,700) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 19,902,700 $ 10,102,700 INTEREST EARNINGS 200,000 100,000 TOTALS $ 20,102,700 $ 10,202,700 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO ELECTRIC OPERATING FUND $ 10,000,000 $ - CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 10,102,700 10,202,700 TOTALS $ 20,102,700 $ 10,202,700 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 76 26

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. MUNICIPAL STREET AID FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Fifty Thousand One Hundred dollars ($750,100) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 100 $ 100 STATE GRANT 794,000 750,000 TOTALS $ 794,100 $ 750,100 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO GENERAL FUND $ 794,000 $ 750,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 100 100 TOTALS $ 794,100 $ 750,100 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 77 27

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. ELECTRONIC RED LIGHT SAFETY PROGRAM CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Hundred and Fifty Thousand One Hundred dollars ($150,100) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 100 $ 100 POLICE FINES 70,000 150,000 TOTALS $ 70,100 $ 150,100 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO GENERAL FUND $ 70,000 $ 150,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 100 100 TOTALS $ 70,100 $ 150,100 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 78 28

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. WORKERS COMPENSATION FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Five Million Four Hundred Eighty-Eight Thousand Five Hundred dollars ($5,488,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ 3,597,400 $ 4,196,500 INTEREST INCOME 28,500 28,500 PREMIUM FROM CITY 1,000,000 1,263,500 TOTALS $ 4,625,900 $ 5,488,500 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES - CLAIMS $ 200,000 $ 300,000 INSURANCE 174,300 180,000 STATE OF DEL - SELF INSURANCE TAX 20,100 30,000 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 35,000 35,000 TOTAL EXPENSES 429,400 545,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 4,196,500 4,943,500 TOTALS $ 4,625,900 $ 5,488,500 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 79 29

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating One Hundred Fourteen Thousand Five Hundred dollars ($114,500) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 114,500 $ 114,500 GRANTS REVENUE 957,900 - TOTALS $ 1,072,400 $ 114,500 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PROGRAM EXP. GRANT RELATED $ 957,900 $ - CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 114,500 114,500 TOTALS $ 1,072,400 $ 114,500 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 80 30

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. LIBRARY GRANT FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Hundred Eighty-Four Thousand Eight Hundred Fifty dollars ($384,850) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 198,922 $ 31,330 STATE GRANT 368,776 349,988 FEDERAL GRANT 2,000 2,000 OTHER GRANTS - 1,532 TOTALS $ 569,698 $ 384,850 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING STATE GRANTS FURNITURE/FIXTURES $ 50,800 $ 18,888 OFFICE SUPPLIES 30,000 30,000 PRINTING AND DUPLICATING 10,000 10,000 PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES 56,592 37,000 BOOKS 150,000 145,000 COMPUTER SOFTWARE 6,000 6,000 COMPUTER HARDWARE 50,000 5,000 AUDIO VISUAL SUPPLIES 90,000 85,000 POSTAGE 100 100 ADVERTISING 40,000 - TRAINING/CONF/FOOD/TRAV 5,000 5,000 CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 21,088 - OFF EQP/REPAIRS & MAINT 2,000 2,000 OTHER EQUIP - LEASE 6,000 6,000 STATE GRANT PROG EXP 19,256 - SUBTOTAL EXPENSES STATE GRANTS 536,836 349,988 FEDERAL GRANTS PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES 2,000 2,000 SUBTOTAL EXPENSES FEDERAL GRANTS 2,000 2,000 GRAND TOTAL EXPENSES 538,836 351,988 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 30,862 32,862 TOTALS $ 569,698 $ 384,850 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 81 31

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. CDBG GRANT FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Three Hundred Forty-Eight Thousand One Hundred Four dollars ($348,104) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PRIOR YEAR BALANCE 305,630 2,000 CDBG GRANTS RECEIVED 346,104 346,104 TOTALS $ 651,734 $ 348,104 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING EXPENDITURES PRIOR YEAR CLOSING COST/DOWN PAYMENT PROGRAM $ 78,387 $ - PRIOR YEAR CD COLLABORATION 5,258 - PRIOR YEAR DIFMH RENOVATIONS 40,000 - PRIOR YEAR MHDC EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR 15,439 - PRIOR YEAR MHDC HOMEOWNER REHAB. 40,190 - PRIOR YEAR ADMIN EXPENSE 32,426 - CURRENT YEAR CLOSING COST/DOWN PAYMENT PROGRAM 131,883 131,883 CURRENT YEAR DOVER INTERFAITH MINISTRY 30,000 30,000 CURRENT YEAR MHDC EMERGENCY HOME REPAIR 40,000 - CURRENT YEAR MHDC HOMEOWNER REHAB. 55,000 55,000 CURRENT YEAR HOUSE OF HOPE 20,000 20,000 CURRENT YEAR CARES ACT (COVID-19) 91,931 - CURRENT YEAR ADMIN EXPENSE 69,211 69,211 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 649,724 306,094 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 2,000 42,010 TOTALS $ 651,724 $ 348,104 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 82 32

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. 210 - ARPA FUNDING CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Six million Seventy-Three Thousand dollars ($6,073,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 4,214,325 $ 6,073,000 FEDERAL FUNDING RECEIVED 4,300,000 - INTEREST INCOME 100,000 - TOTALS $ 8,614,325 $ 6,073,000 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING EXPENDITURES PROGRAM EXPENSE/SUPPLIES $ 2,404,725 $ 4,303,700 CONSTRUCTION 6,098,000 1,653,300 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 8,502,725 5,957,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 111,600 116,000 TOTALS $ 8,614,325 $ 6,073,000 The above budget represents the combination of all State & Federal Grants. The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 83 33

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. 207 - POLICE GRANTS FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Seven Hundred Fifty-Two Thousand dollars ($752,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 13,200 $ - STATE AND FEDERAL GRANTS RECEIVED 752,500 752,000 TOTALS $ 765,700 $ 752,000 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING EXPENDITURES MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES POLICE EQUIPT & PROG SUPP 375,000 375,000 ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENDITURES TRAINING 38,200 24,500 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 413,200 399,500 OTHER FINANCING USES OPERATING TRANSFERS-OUT 352,500 352,500 TOTAL FINANCING USES 352,500 352,500 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - - TOTALS $ 765,700 $ 752,000 The above budget represents the combination of all State & Federal Grants. The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 84 34

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. LODGING TAX FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Four Hundred Fifty Thousand dollars ($450,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ - $ - LODGING TAXES 450,000 450,000 TOTALS $ 450,000 $ 450,000 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO CAPITAL PROJECT FUND $ 450,000 $ 450,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - - TOTALS $ 450,000 $ 450,000 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 85 35

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. 209 - POLICE GRANTS FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Four Hundred Five Thousand dollars ($405,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ - $ - STATE AND FEDERAL GRANTS RECEIVED 405,000 405,000 TOTALS $ 405,000 $ 405,000 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING MATERIALS AND SUPPLIES POLICE EQUIPT & PROG SUPP 355,000 355,000 ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENDITURES TRAINING - - CONTRACTUAL SERVICES - - TOTAL EXPENDITURES 355,000 355,000 OTHER FINANCING USES OPERATING TRANSFERS-OUT 50,000 50,000 TOTAL FINANCING USES 50,000 50,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - - TOTALS $ 405,000 $ 405,000 The above budget represents the combination of all State & Federal Grants. The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 86 36

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. SUBSTANCE ABUSE GRANTS FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Eighty-Two Thousand Two Hundred dollars ($82,200) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year Beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: OPERATING REVENUES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING PRIOR YEAR BALANCE $ 56,800 $ 9,200 STATE GRANTS RECEIVED 40,000 40,000 RECREATION REVENUE 30,000 33,000 TOTALS $ 126,800 $ 82,200 OPERATING EXPENSES 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING EXPENDITURES TEMPORARY HELP/BENEFITS $ 77,600 $ 52,200 PROGRAM EXPENSES/SUPPLIES 40,000 30,000 TOTAL EXPENDITURES 117,600 82,200 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE 9,200 - TOTALS $ 126,800 $ 82,200 The above budget represents the combination of all State & Federal Grants. The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 87 37

CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE # 2023-05 Item #5. REALTY TRANSFER TAX FUND CASH RECEIPTS/REVENUES AND BUDGET FOR 2023-2024 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: The amount hereinafter named aggregating Two Million dollars ($2,000,000) or so much thereof as may be necessary are hereby appropriated from current revenues and other funds for the use by several departments of the Municipal Government for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023, and ending June 30, 2024: CASH RECEIPTS 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING BEGINNING BALANCE $ - $ - REALTY TRANSFER TAXES 2,300,000 2,000,000 TOTALS $ 2,300,000 $ 2,000,000 BUDGET SUMMARY 2022/23 2023/24 FINAL BEGINNING TRANSFER TO GENERAL FUND $ 2,300,000 $ 2,000,000 CURRENT YEAR BALANCE - - TOTALS $ 2,300,000 $ 2,000,000 The City Manager is hereby authorized, without further approval of the City Council, to make interdepartmental transfers of up to five percent of the amount hereinafter appropriated to any department with the exception of any transfers prohibited by City Procedure #F306. ADOPTED June 26, 2023 Page 88 38

Item #6. Office of City Assessor June 26, 2023 Page 89

Item #6. Board of Assessment Appeals June 6, 2023 The Board of Assessment Appeals was brought to order at 9:00 AM, by Chairman William Garfinkel. Board Members present were Chairman William Garfinkel, Board Members Tom Burns, Doug Doyle and John Davis. Staff present were Customer Service Director Patricia Marney, via WEBEX, Customer Service Supervisor Allison Haines and Administrative Assistant Annette Hart. Agenda Additions/Deletions By unanimous vote, the agenda was approved as presented. Adoption of Consent Agenda JMSJ Best LLC Location: 155 Greentree Dr. Mr. Zuck told the Board that the owner of 155 Greentree Dr. stipulated to a new value based on an appraisal provided by the property owner. He explained that the State of Delaware is getting ready to purchase the piece of vacant land. By unanimous vote, the consent agenda was approved as presented. Exempt Requests Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity Location: Exempt Request: 101 N West St $15,500 39 S New St $16,400 29 S Governors Ave $24,000 BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS An exemption request for the above referenced properties was submitted to the Assessor’s Office. Once these properties are complete and the ownership is transferred, the properties will be added back to the tax roll. 1 Page 90

Item #6. RECOMMENDED ACTION: Recommend that the request for exemption be reviewed. Ms. Stark, Finance Director, represented Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity and started by pointing out that the organization is a non-profit organization. She continued the by going over the current status of each property starting with, 101 N West Street which is currently under construction and will be completed within the next 4 months. 29 S Governors is located next to 23 and 25 S Governors Ave. These three lots were combined and then split into equal lots. The organization is currently waiting for funding they submitted for the property located 39 S New Street, therefore Ms. Stark had no construction dates for this property yet. Mr. Zuck asked if the properties will go back onto the tax roll after they are completed, Ms. Stark explained that the organization first finds a new family for which the home will be built, so before construction begins, the organization knows how many bedrooms and bathrooms are needed. Ones the home is complete the new homeowner will receive a low interest loan from the organization and will be responsible for all payments regarding the property. Mr. Zuck asked if the property located at 29 S Governors Ave is a vacant lot and Ms. Stark told him that it is, she mentioned that if the organization purchases a property with a building on it, they usually demolish the building within the first few months of owning it. Mr. Burns commended the organization for the great work they do. Mr. Burns noted that the organization comes before the board every year and was wondering if the properties before them where the same properties are the Board discussed during the hearing in 2021. Ms. Stark told the board that she was given a two-year window and to come back if nothing has been built on the lots. She said that ones the organization purchases the lots they try to build and sell the homes as fast as possible. Mr. Burns asked if the organization has any maintenance requirements. Ms. Stark replied that ones the new owner takes over the property they are responsible for everything. Mr. Davis made a motion to approve the 3 properties for the exemption, which was seconded by Mr. Burns. Motion carried 4-0. Mrs. Marney, who attended the meeting via WEBEX, asked if the exemption should be amended to include that if the properties would not be sold within 2 years, the organization would have to 2 Page 91

Item #6. re-apply for the exemption. Mr. Davis made a motion to amend the prior approval to include the exemption to be approved for 2 years, if the property has not been sold the organization is to re-apply. Motion carried 4-0. Capitol Baptist Church of Dover Location: Exempt Request: 1305 New Burton Rd 139,200 BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS An exemption request was submitted to the Assessor’s Office. The purpose of the property is to provide temporary housing to visiting missionaries/preachers as needed, per the pastor’s request. Terry Moore, Paster of the church, was present for the hearing and started by telling the board members that the property is used to house missionaries when they come of the field. He explained that the church will be supporting approximately 60 missionaries at no charge, after renovations are completed. Mr. Zuck asked if the church will be renting the home to the missionaries, Pastor Moore told him that they will let the missionaries stay at the home free of charge. Mr. Davis was wondering where the missionaries come from, Pastor Moore explained that they come from all over the world but can only stay in other countries for a certain amount of time due to visa time limits, therefore they must come back to the States at which time the missionaries look for churches that support them and provide a place for them to stay. Mr. Burns asked how many people would be staying at the property, Pastor Moore told him, that only one family at a time would be in the house. Mr. Doyle asked if this is the first home the church offers to missionaries, Pastor Moore told him that there is already a home like this next to the church, which is already tax exempt. Chairman Garfinkel explained that if the Church does not charge any rent and the church would not collect any rent, the property would be considered a charitable property. Mr. Burns made the motion to accept the exempt request which was seconded by Mr. Davis. Motion carried 4-0. 3 Page 92

Item #6. Children and Families First DE Inc. Location: Exempt Request: 195 Willis Rd $737,200 BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS An exemption request was submitted to the Assessor’s Office. Per the application this property is used to help children face adversity and to help families raise their children Ray D’Alessio, Senior Accountant, was present to represent the organization. He told the board that the organization is a non-profit organization, and that this property will be used for their “Head-Start Program” which includes interventions and education. Chairman Garfinkel asked how many children would be enrolled in this program? Mr. D’Alessio told him that it varies, could be up to 25 children. Chairman Garfinkel asked if the children pay to be in the program, Mr. D’Alessio told him that the program is funded by another organization. Mr. Zuck asked if the property was rented or if Children and Families First DE Inc. owns the property. Mr. D’Alessio explained the organization purchased the property about a year ago. Mr. Burns asked how many properties like this are in the State of Delaware and was told that there are at least 4 “Head-Start” facilities right now and that they are all exempt from paying property taxes. Mr. Davis asked how old the students are, and what the intervention aspect initials. Mr. D’Alessio explained that the children are as young as kindergarten age and that some of them have been abused. Mr. Burns made the motion to approve the exemption which was seconded by Mr. Davis. The motion included a requirement for the company to present their form 990 to the tax office for record. The form was received via email. Motion carried 4-0. 4 Page 93

Item #6. Elizabeth W. Murphy School Inc. Location: Exempt Request: 20 Pennsylvania Ave $149,600 535 S State St $146,200 BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS An exemption request was submitted to the Assessor’s Office. The nature of the business or purpose is to help children under the age of 18 who are in need of an alternative community-based environment. Mr. Kopp, Executive Director, was present for the hearing. Chairman Garfinkel suggested to discuss the two properties at the same time unless Mr, Kopp wanted to discuss them separately, Mr. Kopp agreed. Mr. Kopp told the Board that the Elizabeth W Murphy School is a non-profit organization is exempt from paying property taxes, which is why he filed for tax exemption for the two properties, which had just been purchased. He explained that foster children that the reach the age of 18, can no longer stay at the school, therefore Mr. Kopp purchased these homes, so these children now have a place to stay. Since these houses are located close to the school, teachers and staff can periodically check in on the students. These students are taught to become independent, they learn how to drive and take care of a car, etc. With these houses located so close to downtown Dover, the students can walk to stores and jobs. Mr. Doyle asked if the school was able to help the children who turned 18 before the purchase of these houses? Mr. Kopp said that, since foster children who turned 18 years of age could no longer stay at the school unless they were not finished with high school, at which time they could stay until the age of 19, Mr. Kopp started writing grants in 1987, so he could get funding from the State to place foster children who can no longer stay at the school or in foster homes in homes where they could be taught life skills. Mr. Kopp mentioned earlier in the conversation that he was told by the settlement attorney that no “Change of Use” for the property was necessary, which was a concern for Chairman Garfinkel, he 5 Page 94

Item #6. thought since the homes went from a single-family home to a constitution there should be a “Change of Use” for the properties. He asked Mr. Kopp if the Planning and Zoning office had been contacted to inquire about the number of occupants. Mr. Burns believes that 4 unrelated occupants per home was accepted but questioned that 6 occupants per home, that Mr. Kopp had mentioned earlier, was too much. Mr. Burns was concerned that the zoning for the properties was no longer correct. Mr. Davis also felt that it would be best for the organization to inquire about the zoning for the properties. He is not questioning the work the school does for the children or the exempt request but would like for Mr. Kopp to talk to Planning and Zoning. Chairman Garfinkel did not want to hold up the exempt request but wanted to make sure the school inquiries about the zoning for the properties, therefore made the motion to give the school a conditional exemption for one year, allowing the school enough time to meet with someone from the Planning and Zoning office and have a letter drawn up for the Board regarding zoning for the properties. Mr. Davis seconded the motion. Motion carried 4-0. Senior Citizen/Disabled Citizen Reduction Appeal Suzanne Cerro Location: 27 Fieldstone Ct. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS Nicole Cerro, the owner of record for the property located at 27 Fieldstone Court Dover DE, contacted the City of Dover Tax Office to find out if her mother Suzanne, who has been living at 27 Fieldstone Court Dover, DE, would qualify for the Senior Citizen Tax Reduction. Since Suzanne Cerro is not the owner of record, Nicole Cerro was told that her mother would not qualify for the reduction because the City of Dover code states the “Title to the property for which the exemption is sought must be in the name of the applicant”. Exempt Request: 6 Page 95

Item #6. The assessed value of $130,000 to be reduced by $50,000. Ms. Suzann Cerro was present for the hearing and started by explaining that she has been living at the property and paying the taxes since 2008. She feels that because she is a Senior Citizen she should qualify for the discount, even though she is not listed as the owner. Ms. Cerro explained that she is not listed as the owner because there is a judgment against her, due to a divorce, which keeps her from owning the property but that her daughter Nicole purchased the property 20 years ago. Ms. Cerro believes that because she has been paying taxes and utilities, she should be able to qualify for the reduction. Mr. Davis asked if the judgement was a financial judgment at which time Ms. Cerro explained the circumstances that led to the judgement. Ms. Cerro told the board that back then she had no money to fight the judgement and has since not been able to fight it. Chairman Garfinkel pointed out that the city ordinance states that the person seeking the reduction must be listed as the owner and live at the property. Mr. Cerro insisted that she is not a renter but lives at the property and pays the mortgage and would like for the board to make an exception. Chairman Garfinkel explained that the Board is not in position to go against the city code. Ms. Cerro asked that if the Board was not able to make a one-time exception and the grand the reduction, who would? The Board members suggested for her to speak to her council representative. Mr. Burns told Mr. Cerro that the Board has no authority to go against city code. Mr. Burns then made the motion to deny the Senior Citizen Tax Reduction request, because the owner is under 65 years of age and does not reside at the property. Ms. Cerro interrupted Mr. Burns during the motion to say that she felt that the board needs to have a heart and make an exception. Mr. Burns redirected the applicant and continued to present the motion. Mr. Doyle seconded the motion. Motion carried 4-0. 7 Page 96

Item #6. Ms. Cerro was concerned that her opportunity to contest the decision for this coming tax year was over. Mrs. Marney, who joined the hearing via WEBEX, told Ms. Cerro, that she has the option to send a petition to City Council and would be heard sometime within the next few weeks, she also suggested for Ms. Cerro to inquire about a quitclaim deed, which would transfer ownership from her daughter to her without endangering the debt instrument. Ms. Cerro noted that this would cause an eviction. Mrs. Marney advised Ms. Cerro to seek legal consult on the matter. Ms. Cerro stated that she is on disability and does not have the funds to seek an attorney. She asked if the information could be sent to her for appeal via email. Mrs. Marney stated that she would send her the information through email. Ms. Cerro continued to disagree with the board regarding their decision. The board thanked Ms. Cerro for her application. The meeting was adjourned at 10:55 A.M 8 Page 97

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE The Council Committee of the Whole met on June 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. with Council President Hare presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson, Ms. Arndt, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, Mr. Rocha, and Mr. Sudler. Mayor Christiansen was also present. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were Mr. Tholstrup and Mr. Lewis (Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement, Mr. Iriowen and Mr. Pugh (Utility), and Mr. Shevock and Mr. Contant (via WebEx) (Legislative, Finance, and Administration). ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Hare requested to move item one on the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee, the Homeland Security Grant Program to the first item on the Council Committee of the Whole agenda. Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Anderson, and unanimously carried. Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Approval for the Water System and Well Sites Security Project (Kay Sass, Public Affairs and Emergency Management Coordinator) Ms. Kay Sass, Public Affairs and Emergency Management Coordinator reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Homeland Security Grant Program (HSGP) Approval for the Water System and Well Sites Security Project. Staff recommended authorizing the City Manager to accept the reimbursement grant for all costs associated with the purchase and installation of the video surveillance and fencing and authorizing the sole source designation for Advantech. Mr. Hare moved to recommend approval as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE The Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee met with Chairwoman Arndt presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Rocha and unanimously carried. Consideration of a Public Space Naming Policy (Tricia K. Arndt, Chair of Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee) Ms. Tricia K. Arndt, Chair of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee reviewed the background regarding the Consideration of a Public Space Naming Policy. Mr. Boggerty stated that a set of criteria for the naming of parks does need to be established. Speaking from experience, Mr. Boggerty stated there are only so many parks, there are so many great constituents, and there has to be a way to save a park for them. Mr. Boggerty stated that there is a rest stop up north with a memorial walk. Mr. Boggerty stated maybe the city can establish a memorial Page 98

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING JUNE 13, 2023 PAGE 2 walk if the criteria are met, a brick can be purchased through Parks and Recreation, and families can honor their loved ones for as long as they want. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Arndt stated she looked briefly into state policy and was not able to find much. Ms. Arndt stated she thought about how bridges are named as this is what she is familiar with, but she did not get a clear sense of their policy. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mayor Christiansen stated that park names have been generic except for Schuttee Park and Williams Park in Town Point. Mayor Christiansen stated there have not been a lot of requests and the reason those parks were named is that it was a part of the sales agreement that Mayor Christiansen and Councilman VanSant consummated, the city saved $500,000 by naming the park after the Schuttee family, and Williams Park is believed to be named after Senator Williams. Mayor Christiansen stated that this is an important issue because there have been many great folks who have served the city and who will serve the city in the future and there needs to be an alternative way rather than naming an entire park. Mr. Neil stated he liked the idea simply because it sets forth certain standards. Mr. Neil recommended the creation of an Ad Hoc committee to come back with specific recommendations. Mr. Neil stated that Ms. Arndt has provided several examples and just by looking at them they may be able to make a presentation for consideration by the group. Mr. Neil stated there are different ideas from each example that they may be able to agree on. Mr. Sudler stated that when considering new candidates and names some of the established individuals from history should also be considered. Mr. Sudler stated that he would like council to evaluate whether the park is named after someone significant and what role they played in the community at that time. Then it should be decided if that name should be kept or renamed. Ms. Arndt stated that in the research she found there was a sunset provision where park names or place names are revisited after 25 years for rededication, and it would be a community process at that time. Ms. Arndt stated she was not moving towards renaming parks that have already been named. Ms. Arndt mentioned some of the ordinances and resolutions had a standard application where the applicant is required to state how the name reflects the community, or how the person was a benefit to the community and why they deserve that recommendation. Mr. Anderson stated that a formal Ad Hoc committee should be created so as to not violate any FOIA laws in regard to open meeting laws and quorums. Mr. Neil moved that an Ad Hoc committee be formed and advertised through the city website, the city newsletter, and the newspapers for those who would like to join such an ad hoc committee at a time and place to be announced. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lewis and unanimously carried. Mayor and Council Reports Council President Mr. Hare reported that he is all signed up for the Peach Pie eating contest. Page 99

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING JUNE 13, 2023 PAGE 3 First District Dr. Pillsbury reported that she had one request from a gentleman in regard to an abandoned car but that the person learned they were looking at it and moved the vehicle. Dr. Pillsbury also reported that there were concerns with their alleyway, which is under the city and the appropriate people are looking into having it repaved. Mr. Rocha reported that he is helping a renter at Dover Country Club where the owner owns the gas utility account and divides it up amongst the renters. Mr. Rocha stated that he is looking into the lease agreement and investigating if meters can be added so that each apartment can have its own account. Mr. Rocha also reported that he is working on an issue where a neighbor of his is running a pipe into the stormwater drain. Code Enforcement came out and is helping to assist with that. Second District Mr. Lewis reported that he has been dealing with a lot of issues in Stoney Creek development. Some of the issues there are abandoned cars, debris, and trash. Mr. Lewis also stated that one of the major issues is an access road that runs behind Stoney Creek, there are trash, debris, and lots of dead trees which are a serious safety issue. Mr. Lewis stated that Clearview Meadow is going to address the trees because they are on their property. Mr. Lewis also stated that Code Enforcement has been doing a phenomenal job and has written multiple citations against the people causing the infractions. Mr. Hare reported that he followed a trash truck behind Stoney Creek and there was tons of trash being put out which is a violation of what is allowed to be put out for pickup. Mr. Hare stated that he stopped to talk to the guys from Public Works and they do not just want to leave the trash there. Mr. Hare stated this may be something that Code Enforcement can talk to them about because they know where the worst places are. Third District Mr. Neil reported that he and Ms. Arndt attended the outdoor event held at Townsend Boulevard. The event was hosted by Towne Point, White Oak Homeowners Association, and the Police Department. Mr. Neil reported that he and the Mayor visited a well-known delicatessen in Rehoboth to invite them to establish within the city. Mr. Neil also noted that he attended the Library Foundation meeting, the Towne Point HOA meeting, the Downtown Dover Partnership meeting, the Dover High School Capital School District Awards, the Safeway Grand Reopening, and the Dover Park Groundbreaking. Mr. Neil reported that he assisted a constituent resolve an issue where he had purchased his mother a home, and paid all her bills, including rent and after she passed away the company claimed she had never paid her rent. Mr. Neil was able to assist the gentleman with contacting a lawyer to assist in the fight for his mother’s property. Fourth District Mr. Anderson reported that the Woodcrest neighbors are looking to form a neighborhood watch again, and he referred them to the police to start organizing that. Mr. Anderson stated that there have been constituent utility service issues that staff has been working with to establish payment plans. Mr. Anderson stated that he has heard some concerns from people who have properties who are not paying in escrow on property taxes and there has been talk about applying the Clean Hands ordinance even though there may be an arrangement. Mr. Anderson stated that there needs to be some clarity established as that was not the intent of the Clean Hands ordinance. Page 100

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING JUNE 13, 2023 PAGE 4 Mr. Sudler reported that on May 26, 2023, he was approached by a resident who is very concerned with the liquor store on Bradford Street. She feels that the liquor store is a magnet for what she perceives as undesirable activity, and behavior from individuals who hang around the liquor store, and asked what she could do to become involved. Mr. Sudler recommended that she join the Dover Human Relations Commission. Mr. Sudler forwarded her information to Mr. Boggerty and Mr. Hare as well. Mr. Sudler reported that on June 10, 2023, he spoke with Mr. Kenny Bell, a resident of Nottingham Development who inquired about the final paving plan process. Mr. Sudler stated that he would inquire about that information and forward that to his council representatives. Mr. Sudler reported that on June 13, 2023, a Woodcrest resident inquired about the Interfaith Housing Program on Walker Road. The resident is concerned with the number of programs at that site and whether that location is zoned to support them having one, two, or three-tier sex offenders on-site. The resident also asked why the square footage restriction went from 1,400 square feet to 400 square feet. Mr. Sudler stated that he would get back to them. At-Large Mr. Boggerty reported that on July 13, 2023, First District Councilman Rocha, and Dr. Pillsbury will be hosting a town hall at Maple Dale Country Club from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Mr. Boggerty reported that on June 23, 2023, council will be hosting a day of ice cream at The Scoop on Loockerman from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Mr. Boggerty reported that he attended the Village of Westover HOA meeting that was held at City Hall and they are working on answering constituent concerns in that area. Mr. Boggerty reminded everyone that on August 12, 2023, he will be hosting his second Unity Day at Williams Park. Mr. Boggerty reported that he met with a constituent regarding a dog, and he reached out to Code Enforcement to address the issue. Mayor Christiansen Mayor Christiansen reported that he will provide a written report. Mayor Christiansen reported that he met with Economic Development, the Chief of Police, and his staff, met with numerous constituents regarding their concerns, and attended the meetings for the boards that he is appointed to. Ms. Arndt moved for adjournment of the Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 6:43 p.m. UTILITY COMMITTEE The Utility Committee met with Chairman Rocha presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Hare moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Presentation – Electric Rate Study (Scott Burnham, Partner and Business Development Lead, NewGen Strategies and Solutions) Mr. Scott Burnham, Partner, and Business Development Lead, NewGen Strategies and Solutions, reviewed the presentation titled Cost of Service Study. Committee action was not required. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Burnham stated that the green energy charge is a state-mandated charge. It is almost like a tax for green energy funding by the state for renewable resources. Page 101

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING JUNE 13, 2023 PAGE 5 Responding to Ms. Arndt, Mr. Burnham stated that the primary and transmission are the voltage where customers are taking service. The distribution system is made up of primary and secondary lines. There is the high voltage at transmission, the 345 lines on the big transmission towers, this steps down to a primary voltage and then steps down again to a secondary voltage. A secondary voltage is what most people take but some people that have higher power needs might require a primary. If this is the case, they have no cost responsibility for the secondary system. Mr. Burnham stated that when doing a cost- of-service study there needs to be a differentiation so that they are not assigned costs that they are not responsible for. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Burnham stated that they have taken the projected costs as they were estimated by both TEA as well as by staff, looked over a five-year basis, and then took the average of that. Mr. Burnham stated that it is incumbent upon the utility to say these estimates were made of what the costs will be and that the power market from where you buy power could drop or it could also go up. Mr. Burnham stated that there may be a need to go back and revise the rates or to use the power purchase adjustment mechanism to recover those costs or to refund money back to customers. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Burnham stated that they have not done that analysis, but he believes it would have a significant impact on the financial condition. Historically the power supply costs were roughly $40 million, then they jumped up to $80 million. After the three-cent adder, they have come back down but they have not come down to $40 million, they are sitting at about $60 million. Mr. Burnham stated that there would be a concern that the city would end up short, and there is not a lot of room in the reserves for that kind of cost. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Burnham stated that he is asking about seasonality in terms of rates, and seasonal rates are seen on a regular basis. The city gets power from the PJM market, and there is a difference between summer and winter costs. Mr. Burnham stated that they could analyze the costs and see a potential for seasonal rates. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Burnham stated that it is taking the one-month customer charge of $9.42, the average customer usage, 892 kilowatt-hours, times 1481, plus 892 times the green energy charge to come up with the total bill. In the subsequent change or phase, one is taking the same billing determinants that the kilowatt-hours and the customer times the rates proposed. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Burnham stated that for June it would be an increase, relative to the average bill, however, it would be a decrease. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Waddell stated that the DEMEC and TEA would perform close to the same functions. TEA, The Energy Authority, provides a greater scope and scale of services than the DEMEC. There could be fluctuations in power costs but there is no way to know. Mr. Waddell stated that it is all coming from the seller of said energy and what the cost of natural gas is. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Waddell stated that before implementing the three-set PCA or PPA, the city was number one across the board, with the lowest total bill utility among all the municipalities including Co-op and Delmarva, with the exception being either large commercial or primary class. With the implementation of the proposed rates, the city would go from one to fifth on a majority of those, the lag would be found in large commercial or primary. Mr. Waddell stated that when looking at the disparity between the lowest and the highest it is roughly $2 in a residential bill. The city would not be the lowest, but it would not be the highest. Page 102

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING JUNE 13, 2023 PAGE 6 Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Waddell stated that the plan is to keep the rate fixed starting July 1, 2023, and then stay the course through July 25’. Mr. Waddell stated that the last rate study and adjustments were made in 2018. They are still operating off 2018 projections and calculations, so a lot of things have changed, and this is due. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Burnham stated that they did look at all the reserve accounts and discussed with Ms. Peddicord the possibility of removing some of those funds and using funds to reduce the revenue requirement and allocating that to the different customer classes. Mr. Burnham stated that to the extent that they could they did, they pulled some money out of the rate stabilization fund. The other funds, however, did not have excess funds in them, so they were meeting policy limits. Mr. Rocha stated that he brought his electric bill and his charge for this month was $150.64, when calculated with the new rate, it will jump to $177.56, a difference of $26.92. Responding to Mr. Pugh, Mr. Waddell stated that it is mandatory that 0.000178 for every kilowatt sold, there are some municipalities that charge double. However, state law dictates that the minimum is charged, and that is what the city charges. Responding to Ms. Marney, Mr. Waddell stated that Ms. Marney is referring to the calculations for the budget which is based on revenue from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. So, if there is a delay in the implementation of all the rates, there will be a loss of one month’s projected revenue increase. All the funds will be one month behind, with one-twelfth of what they were projected to have. Mr. Rocha moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. LEGISLATIVE, FINANCE, AND ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee met with Chairman Anderson presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried. Dover Code of Ordinances – Citation Discussion (Mary Ellen Gray, Planning and Community Development Director) Ms. Mary Ellen Gray, Planning and Community Development Director reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Dover Code of Ordinances – Citation Discussion. Staff recommended approval of the four bulleted recommendations included in the memo from Mary Ellen Gray. Responding to Dr. Pillsbury, Ms. Gray stated that there is no military provision in the policy. Responding to Dr. Pillsbury, Mr. Rocha stated that from his experience, if the individual was living on base and went TDY, they would be responsible for their grass, so it should not be any different when they live out in the community. Page 103

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING JUNE 13, 2023 PAGE 7 Responding to Ms. Arndt, Ms. Gray stated that yes, the proposal is that the notice would be placed on the door, and they would have 48 hours to mow their grass. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Kopp stated that with the legal aspects of code administration, they can enter the property to post a notice, which could be hanging a door hanger, however, they cannot enter a property for any reason to obtain a violation or evidence of a violation, that is considered trespassing. Mr. Kopp stated they take pictures using a landmark like the bricks on the side of the house, or a mailbox post. Mr. Kopp stated when someone calls about a notice he asks, “Can I come to your house with a meter stick and measure that landmark, and will it be under eight inches?”. Mr. Kopp also stated that the weather cannot be a valid excuse, it is not fair when 98 of the neighbors out of 100 maintain their grass. Mr. Kopp also stated that they try to talk to people as much as possible. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Kopp stated that if someone calls regarding a grass citation, they will go out and measure the grass and if it is under eight inches, it is not necessarily an appeal, but a void of the case because the violation did not exist. The case will be voided because the violation was issued in error and that will be annotated in the case file. Mr. Kopp stated that if a month later there is a grass violation on that property, they do not get charged with a second offense. Mr. Kopp stated that they would get a citation, but it would be their first citation not their second. In addition, Mr. Kopp stated that the door hanger has their phone number. Mr. Kopp stated that the constituents can call and request an extension, the only time an extension is denied is when an extension is requested every month to get out of fixing the problem. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Mr. Kopp stated that they already removed from the violation letter the part where it says you can appeal a grass citation. Mr. Hare moved to accept the staff recommendation. Mr. Lewis requested that the addition of what was suggested by the council members be considered. Mr. Hare moved to recommend approval as recommended by staff with the addition of the suggestions made by the council members. The motion was seconded by Ms. Arndt and unanimously carried. Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Municipal Collaborative Initiative with the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager) Ms. Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager reviewed the background and analysis regarding the Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Grant Municipal Collaborative Initiative with the Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization. Staff recommended that City Council make a leadership commitment to participate with the Dover/Kent County MPO, and other municipalities, in the application to the SS4A program to prepare a regional Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. Responding to Ms. Arndt, Ms. Duca stated that the $30,000 that was referenced was a possibility for what would have to be paid towards the comprehensive planning grant with DelDOT coming forward to pay for that, the city has no financial responsibility for the action plan phase. Ms. Duca stated that if the action plan comes up with projects that the city would like to pursue, the city could move forward Page 104

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING JUNE 13, 2023 PAGE 8 with a grant in a subsequent year, then the city would need to come up with twenty percent of what that anticipated cost would be. Mr. Hare moved to recommend approval as recommended by staff. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Mr. Anderson moved for adjournment of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 8:41 p.m. William F. Hare Council President Page 105

Item #8. LAND USE PRESENTATION City of Dover, Delaware Max Walton, Esq. Connolly Gallagher LLP 302-888-6297 mwalton@connollygallagher.com June 27, 2023 Page 106

Hierarchy of Laws Item #8. U.S. Constitution Supreme law of the United States www.constitutionus.com State Constitution Basic governmental structure and operation www.delcode.delaware.gov/ State Code • State’s general laws www.delcode.delaware.gov • Authorizes municipal & county planning • Specifies framework for planning Municipal Charters • Municipality’s “constitution” www.charters.delaware.gov • Adopted by General Assembly • Home rule vs. non-home rule Ordinances • Local law, relatively permanent, penalty for violation • Examples—Zoning, subdivision, housing, building codes Resolutions • Generally do not have force of law • Examples—Proclamations, rules of procedure Page 107

Role of the Planning Commission Item #8. • Set out in Title 22 a. Prepares comprehensive plan, § 702(a) b. Recommends changes in official map to governing body, § 705 Page 108

22 Del. C. § 702 Item #8. (c) The comprehensive plan shall be the basis for the development of zoning regulations as permitted pursuant to Chapter 3 of this title. Should a jurisdiction exercise its authority to establish municipal zoning regulations pursuant to Chapter 3 of this title, it shall, within 18 months of the adoption of a comprehensive development plan or revision thereof, amend its official zoning map to rezone all lands within the municipality in accordance with the uses of land provided for in the comprehensive development plan. Page 109

22 Del. C. § 702 Item #8. (d) After a comprehensive plan or portion thereof has been adopted by the municipality in accordance to this chapter, the comprehensive plan shall have the force of law and no development shall be permitted except as consistent with the plan. Page 110

22 Del. C. § 702 Item #8. (e) At least every 5 years a municipality shall review its adopted comprehensive plan to determine if its provisions are still relevant given changing conditions in the municipality or in the surrounding areas. The adopted comprehensive plan shall be revised, updated and amended as necessary, and readopted at least every 10 years; provided, however, the municipality may request an extension of such date by forwarding an official request to the Cabinet Committee at least 90 days prior to the deadline. . . . Page 111

Subdivision Review Limitations Item #8. • In the City of Dover, site plan and subdivisions are approved by the Planning Commission. • Subdivision approval is a quasi-judicial act – the Planning Commission must apply the code based factors to determine whether the application meets the code requirements. See Delta Eta Corp. v. City of Newark, 2023 WL 2982180, at *11 n. 100 (Del. Ch. Feb. 2, 2023). Page 112

Subdivision Review Limitations Item #8. • The case of Tony Ashburn & Son v. Kent County Regional Planning Commission, 962 A.2d 235 (Del. 2008) outlines the Planning Commission’s discretion. – “The statutes do not, either expressly or by implication, give the Commission unfettered discretion to deny an otherwise legally conforming subdivision application based on impact-related concerns expressed by commenting state agencies.” Page 113

Subdivision Review Limitations Item #8. “The provisions in force at the time Ashburn's application was considered do support the view that the Commission may consider non-Code factors (such as comments by other state agencies) to inform Commission approval of a conforming subdivision application ‘with conditions.’ Those provisions do not, however, support a conclusion that such factors establish grounds to deny a subdivision application that otherwise fully conforms to all applicable Zoning and Subdivision Code provisions.” Page 114

Subdivision Review Limitations Item #8. “If the Commission is empowered to deny proposals that meet all applicable statutory and Code criteria, purchasers of land would be left unable to predict whether they can develop their land in accordance with the pertinent zoning ordinances, or whether instead the County may prevent development based upon non-Code related ad hoc determinations. Here, Ashburn purchased land zoned AC, a classification that permits the kind of subdivision development that Ashburn was proposing. Upholding a denial of Ashburn's plan even though it complied with all Kent County Code criteria, would upset Ashburn's reasonable development expectations when it purchased the land for development.” Page 115

Subdivision Review Limitations Item #8. • So, the cases are clear as day – if a subdivision application meets all requirements of the Code, it may be approved with conditions – but it must be approved. • It cannot be turned down simply based upon health, safety and welfare concerns. Page 116

Key New Cases Item #8. • Delta Eta Corp. v. City of Newark, 2023 WL 2982180, at *1 (Del. Ch. Feb. 2, 2023). • Citizens Against Solar Pollution v. Kent County, 2023 WL 2199646, at *1 (Del. Ch. Feb. 24, 2023). • Middlecap Associates, LLC v. Town of Middletown, 2023 WL 1815798, at *1 (Del. Ch. Feb. 2, 2023). • Jack Lingo Asset Management LLC v. Bd. of Adjustment of City of Rehoboth Beach, 282 A.3d 29 (Del. 2022). Page 117

Reasons in the Record Requirement Item #8. • You Must Articulate Reasons in the Record for your Vote! “When Council makes a rezoning decision without establishing the basis for its action, it thwarts the ability of a court to provide effective review. As we stated in Tate v. Miles, . . . “[u]nless Council creates a record or states on the record its reasons for a zoning change, a court is given no means by which it may review the Council's decision.” Thus, when a court overturns an action taken by Council . . . it is holding that Council has not permitted the Court to perform its role in the review process, i.e., to form an opinion of the propriety of Council's action.” New Castle County Council v. BC Development Assoc., 567 A.2d 1271 (Del. 1989). Page 118

Reasons in the Record Requirement Item #8. • For a rezoning, the standards that must be articulated are set forth in 22 Del. C. § 303: The [zoning] regulations shall be made [1] in accordance with a comprehensive plan and designed [2] to lessen congestion in the streets, to secure safety from fire, panic and other dangers, [3] to promote health and the general welfare, [4] to provide adequate light and air,[5] to prevent the overcrowding of land,[6] to avoid undue concentration of population, [7] to facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks and other public requirements. Such regulations shall be made with reasonable consideration, among other things, [8] as to the character of the district and its peculiar suitability for particular uses and with a view to [9] conserving the value of buildings and [10] encouraging the most appropriate use of land throughout the municipality. Page 119

Reasons in the Record Requirement Item #8. • The Planning Commission, when hearing a conditional use, has to assess and articulate, among other things, accessibility for emergency response, harmony of location, size and character of the project. • The Board of Adjustment must apply the Kwik Check Realty, 389 A.2d 1289 (Del. 1978) factors for a variance. • Cases are legion where acts of municipal bodies are found invalid for failure to articulate sufficient reasons in the record for the vote. Page 120

Key Cases Item #8. • TD Rehoboth v. Sussex County Council, 2017 WL 3528391, at * 1 (Del. Ch. Aug. 11, 2017). • O’Neill v. Town of Middletown, 2006 WL 2041279, at *6 (Del. Ch. Jul. 10, 2006) (“The record does not provide a basis for determining, clearly and without speculation, the “real” reasons of the Council members.”). Page 121

Unconstitutional Conditions Item #8. • Koontz v. St. Johns River Water Management Authority, 570 U.S. 595 (2013) is the key decision. – Under Florida law, the environmental damage for the wetlands to be developed had to be offset. – Koontz offered to build on 3 acres and provide a conservation easement on 11 additional acres. – The counter proposal was that Koontz had to reduce his developable envelop to one acre or provide mitigation on an additional 50 acres owned by the authority. – When Koontz refused, the application was denied. Page 122

Unconstitutional Conditions Item #8. – The Court held that the exactions demanded from Koontz did not satisfy the nexus and rough proportionality test required for development. – The demand for the exactions was an unconstitutional condition and constituted a taking. Page 123

Key Holdings of Koontz Item #8. • The unconstitutional conditions doctrine prevents the government, through coercion, from causing someone to give up (or otherwise unreasonably burden) a constitutional right. • The rule applies regardless of whether the government ultimately succeeds in pressuring someone to forfeit such a right. • Unconstitutional conditions doctrine applies even if the permit is denied. Page 124

Key Holdings of Koontz Item #8. • Monetary exactions (e.g., payment of money) must satisfy the rough proportionality standards if there is a “direct link between the government’s demand and a specific parcel of real property.” • All development exaction requests should satisfy the essential nexus or rough proportionality standard. • The burden is on the City to show that the demand for an exaction is not an unconstitutional condition – even if the condition is never imposed. Page 125

Role of Board of Adjustment Item #8. • Your code outlines the Board of Adjustment authority in Article 9 of Appendix B. – 22 Del. C. § 327 (a) The board of adjustment may: (1) Hear and decide appeals where it is alleged there is error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of this chapter or of any ordinance adopted pursuant thereto; . . . Page 126

Role of Board of Adjustment Item #8. (3) Authorize, in specific cases, such variance from any zoning ordinance, code or regulation that will not be contrary to the public interest, where, owing to special conditions or exceptional situations, a literal interpretation of any zoning ordinances, code or regulation will result in unnecessary hardship or exceptional practical difficulties to the owner of property so that the spirit of the ordinance, code or regulation shall be observed and substantial justice done, provided such relief may be granted without substantial detriment to the public good and without substantially impairing the intent and purpose of any zoning ordinance, code, regulation or map; . . . Page 127

Role of Board of Adjustment Item #8. • 22 Del. C. § 324 states: – Appeals to the board of adjustment may be taken by any person aggrieved or by any officer, department, board or bureau of the municipality affected by any decision of the administrative officer. Such appeal shall be taken within a reasonable time as provided by the rules of the board by filing with the officer from whom the appeal is taken and with the board a notice of appeal specifying the grounds thereof. – Under your code, that authority is limited to appeals of the zoning chapter. Page 128

Role of Board of Adjustment Item #8. – For variances, the City has codified the Kwick Check factors in Appendix B, Article 9, Section 2. That section states: – . . . [T]he board shall evaluate the following criteria and document them in their findings of fact: (a) The nature of the zone in which the property lies; (b) The character of the immediate vicinity and the contained uses therein; (c) Whether, if the restriction upon the applicant's property were removed, such removal would seriously affect neighboring properties and uses; and Page 129

Role of Board of Adjustment Item #8. (d) Whether, if the restriction is not removed, the restriction would create unnecessary hardship or exceptional practical difficulty for the owner in his efforts to make normal improvements in the character of that use of the property that is a permitted use under the provisions of the zoning ordinance. • Key case - Nepa v. City of Lewes, 212 A.3d 270 (Del. 2019) – municipalities can adopt stricter standards than set forth in state law. Page 130

A Primer on Constitutional Law Item #8. • Constitutional law is important because a constitutional law violation can render a municipal official personally liable under 42 U.S.C.§ 1983 • Must have a legally cognizable property interest before one can assert a constitutional claim. Page 131

Equal Protection Item #8. • A guarantee that similarly situated people are treated the same by the government. • A two-part test is applied in the development context: – Intentionally different treatment from others similarly situated; and – No rational basis for the disparate treatment. The test is WAY more stringent if a protected class is involved (race, religion, gender, etc.) Page 132

Equal Protection Item #8. • To be similarly situated, comparators must be prima facie identical. • For the rational basis test, any rational basis will suffice—the Court will not second guess the decision. Page 133

Equal Protection Cases Item #8. • Village of Willowbrook v. Olech, 528 U.S. 562 (2000). • Port Penn Hunting Lodge v. Meyer, 222 A.3d 1044 (Del. 2019). Page 134

Substantive Due Process Item #8. • The constitutional guarantee that no person shall be arbitrarily deprived of his life, liberty, or property. – Generally, executive action must shock the conscience of the court to have a viable due process claim. – Any legitimate justification for the actions will defeat a substantive due process challenge. – For non-executive action, such as legislative acts, a party can state a substantive due process claim if the government action has no rational basis or if the governmental action is wholly arbitrary. Glen Allen Farm v. Meyer, 2020 WL 5800714, at *1 (Del. Ch. Sept. 29, 2020). Page 135

Procedural Due Process Item #8. • 14th Amendment – “No person [shall] be deprived of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law . . .” – The court must determine what process is due – it is different under the circumstances. – If notice statutes are violated, it is likely that a procedural due process claim will follow. Croda v. New Castle County, 282 A.3d 543 (Del. 2022). Page 136

Takings Item #8. • Basically, a guarantee that government will not take private property for public use without paying just compensation. • Two types: – Physical takings – Regulatory takings • Specific Takings Concepts – Parcel as a whole – Exactions Page 137

First Amendment Item #8. • Reed v. Town of Gilbert, 576 U.S. 155 (2015) – The Supreme Court held that a municipal government “has no power to restrict expression because of its message, its ideas, its subject matter or its content.” – Content-based laws (e.g., if the law applies to particular speech because of the topic of the speech or the message expressed) are presumptively unconstitutional. – This includes laws that are content neutral that are adopted “because of” the content of the message. – The government’s motives for regulation of the signs is irrelevant—if there is a content-based distinction, it is subject to the most restrictive scrutiny. Page 138

Vested Rights Item #8. • A municipality may change the law in response to an application so long as the developer has not obtained a vested right. • A vested right can be established by statute or under the In re 244.5 Acres of Land, 808 A.2d 753 (Del. 2002) factors. (Village at Cannon Mill case). – The 244.5 Acres test involves weighing: • Nature, extent, and degree of the public interest; • Nature, extent, and degree of the developer’s reliance on the existing standards; and • Good faith reliance on existing standards Page 139

Vested Righs Item #8. • This test was expanded in Town of Cheswold v. Central Delaware Business Park, 188 A.3d 810 (Del. 2018): – The court should consider, among other factors it sees as important, “the nature, extent and degree of the public interest to be served by the ordinance amendment,” “the nature, extent and degree of the developer’s reliance on the state of the ordinance under which he has proceeded”—i.e., the developer’s “good faith reliance on existing standards,”—and “the effect of the pace of the development effort” because “delay may defeat a vested rights claim.” Page 140

Vested Rights Item #8. – The most current pronouncement of the vested rights doctrine is Ocean Bay Mart Inc. v. City of Rehoboth Beach, 2021 WL 4771246, at *1 (Del. Ch. Oct. 13, 2021), aff’d, 285 A.3d 125 (Del. Nov. 21, 2022). Page 141

Item #8. Questions? Page 142

Item #8. Delaware Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA) DOVER, Delaware Max Walton, Esq. Connolly Gallagher LLP 302-888-6297 mwalton@connollygallagher.com June 14, 2023 Page 143

Summary Item #8. • FOIA has two basic components: 1. Open Meetings 2. Open Records ⁻ These two categories present a number of tricky questions. ⁻ Many times the answers are not logical, practical or simple. Page 144

Public Policy of FOIA Item #8. It is vital in a democratic society that public business be performed in an open and public manner so that our citizens shall have the opportunity to observe the performance of public officials and to monitor the decisions that are made by such officials in formulating and executing public policy; and further, it is vital that citizens have easy access to public records in order that the society remain free and democratic. Page 145

Public Bodies Item #8. • While the Town Council is clearly a public body, the statute has a far broader reach. • A public body includes any regulatory, administrative, advisory, executive, appointive, or legislative body of any political subdivision of the State. • That means any board, bureau, commission, department, agency, committee, ad hoc committee, special committee, temporary committee, advisory board and committee, subcommittee, legislative committee, association, group, panel, council or any other entity or body is subject to FOIA. Page 146

Public Bodies, cont. Item #8. • No. 22-IB50 – DNREC (Dec. 2022) • Held: A parks working group, established by the Parks Director, to assist in review of the surf fishing program, constitutes a public body under FOIA. • The AG’s office established a 2 part test for whether a working group constitutes a public body. • First, does it fall within the statutory definition? Second, does it expend public funds. • That, as the AG puts it, can be met “if the entity in question ‘impliedly or specifically [is] charged by any other public official, body or agency to advise or make reports, investigations, or recommendations.” • While focus groups are not public bodies, this body provided recommendations and therefore constitutes a public body. Page 147

Open Meetings Item #8. • The general rule, subject to a few exceptions, is that every meeting of all “public bodies” shall be open to the public. Del. Code Ann. tit. 29 § 10004(a). • So if there is doubt, the discussion and the meeting should be in the public and follow the statute. • Meetings must be held within the jurisdiction of the public body. Page 148

New FOIA Statute Change Item #8. • Section 10004 (a) (2) • A meeting that is open to the public under paragraph (a)(1) of this section must include time for public comment, unless the meeting is of a public body within the General Assembly which is governed by the rules of proceedings adopted under § 9 of Art. II of the Delaware Constitution. a. The time for public comment must provide a meaningful opportunity for the public to engage with the public body. b. A public body may impose reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions on the length of the public comment period and the amount of time allotted for each public comment. Page 149

Del. Code Ann. tit. 29 §10006 Item #8. c. A public body may hold a virtual meeting if all of the following occur: (1) The meeting notice under § 10004 of this title includes information regarding how the public can monitor or participate in the meeting under paragraph (c)(6) of this section. (2) The meeting has an anchor location. (3) The identity of a member or witness is verified, and the actions of a member are authenticated, in a manner satisfactory to the presiding officer or chair. Page 150

Del. Code Ann. tit. 29 §10006, cont. Item #8. (4) All participating members and witnesses can simultaneously do 1 of the following regarding each member or witness who is recognized by the presiding officer or chair: a. Hear the comments of each member or witness. b. Hear the comments of and view each member or witness. (5) A document used during the meeting by a member or witness, and that is accepted by the presiding officer or chair, is immediately provided to each member or witness participating in the meeting and made available to the public under § 10003 of this title. Page 151

Del. Code Ann. tit. 29 §10006, cont. Item #8. (6) Except during an executive session under § 10004 of this title, the public is able to do all of the following through an electronic means of communication: a. Monitor the meeting. b. Provide public comment, if the public body is required to accept, or provides an opportunity for, public comment. (7) Minutes of the virtual meeting are maintained under § 10004 of this title. Page 152

Del. Code Ann. tit. 29 § 10002(b) Item #8. • Anchor location means the physical location within the geographic jurisdiction of the public body that is open to the public and at which one or more members of the public body attend a virtual meeting. Page 153

Notice Item #8. • All public bodies shall give public notice of their regular meetings and of their intent to hold an executive session closed to the public, at least 7 days in advance thereof. The notice shall include the agenda, if such has been determined at the time, and the dates, times and places of such meetings. • “Regularly scheduled meeting” means any meeting of a public body held on a periodic basis. Page 154

Notice, cont. Item #8. • Public notice is a conspicuous posting of notice at the principal office of the public body holding the meeting, or if no such office exists, at the place where meetings of the public body are regularly held. • If you plan to do virtual meetings, you must say so in the meeting notice and provide contact information. Page 155

Notice, cont. Item #8. • All public bodies shall give this same public notice of any special or rescheduled meeting as soon as reasonably possible, but in any event no later than 24 hours before such meeting. • A special or rescheduled meeting is defined as one to be held less than 7 days after the scheduling decision is made. • The agenda and/or notice must include an explanation as to why 7 days notice could not be given. Page 156

Agenda Item #8. • Agendas are required for all meetings. • “Agenda” is defined as a general statement of the major issues expected to be discussed at a public meeting, “as well as a statement of intent to hold an executive session and the specific grounds therefor . . .”. Page 157

Agenda, cont. Item #8. • The statute provides that “the agenda shall be subject to change.” • Changes to an agenda may include: 1. Additional items, including an executive session, which arise at the time of the public body’s meeting, or 2. Deletion of items, including an executive session. Page 158

Agenda, cont. Item #8. • When the agenda is not available as of the time of the initial posting of the public notice it must be added to the notice at least 6 hours in advance of said meeting, and the reasons for the delay in posting shall be briefly set forth on the agenda. • So, there is minimal flexibility in the agenda for matters that come up after the initial posting. Page 159

Minutes Item #8. • Minutes are always required. • Minutes, at minimum, must include a record of those members present and a record, by individual members, of each vote taken and action agreed upon. • Minutes of executive sessions must be taken and the minutes are considered public records “so long as public disclosure would defeat the lawful purpose for the executive session, but no longer.” Page 160

Item #8. Executive Sessions Page 161

Executive Sessions Item #8. • Executive sessions, while necessary, are in contravention of the public policy of the open meeting laws. • Thus, executive sessions are closely scrutinized to assure that they are proper. Page 162

Executive Sessions, cont. Item #8. • Executive sessions are permitted ONLY IF they fall under the categories listed in Del. Code Ann. tit. 29 § 10004(b). • The big ones are: Page 163

Executive Sessions, cont. Item #8. 1) Discussion of an individual citizen’s qualifications to hold a job or pursue training unless the citizen requests that such a meeting be open. • This provision does not apply to an individual citizen’s qualifications to pursue any profession or occupation for which a license must be issued by the public body in accordance with Delaware law. Page 164

Executive Sessions, cont. Item #8. 4) Strategy sessions, including those involving legal advice or opinion from an attorney-at- law, with respect to collective bargaining or pending or potential litigation, but only when an open meeting would have an adverse effect on the bargaining or litigation position of the public body. Page 165

Potential Litigation Test Item #8. • To invoke the potential litigation exception, litigation must be likely or reasonably foreseeable. • When determining whether litigation is “likely or reasonably foreseeable,” the public body should look for objective signs that litigation is coming. • A written demand letter in which a claim is asserted, or action is demanded, may give rise to a proper inference that litigation will soon follow. Page 166

Potential Litigation Test, cont. Item #8. • Other indicators of “potential litigation” might include “previous or preexisting litigation between the parties or proof of ongoing litigation concerning similar claims or [ ] proof that a party has both retained counsel with respect to the claim at issue and has expressed an intent to sue.” • The public body must be able to point to a “realistic and tangible threat of litigation ... characterized with reference to objective factors” before it may avail itself of the “potential litigation” exception to FOIA. Page 167

Executive Sessions, cont. Item #8. 6) Discussion of the content of documents, excluded from the definition of “public record” where such discussion may disclose the contents of such documents. 8) The hearing of employee disciplinary or dismissal cases unless the employee requests a public hearing. 9) Personnel matter in which the names, competency and abilities of individual employees or students are discussed, unless the employee or student requests that such a meeting be open. (**Must be only employees- not subcontractors). Page 168

Executive Session Rules Item #8. • Minutes must be taken. • Governing body must vote to hold an executive session. • Executive session must be on the agenda. • Agenda must be specific about the statutory exemption that applies. Page 169

Executive Session Rules, cont. Item #8. • No votes may be taken in executive session – votes must be in public. • The executive session topics cannot stray from the issues on the agenda. • Prohibited from having a straw poll. Page 170

Item #8. Public Records Page 171

Public Records Item #8. • Public records are defined by Del. Code Ann. tit. 29§ 10002(o) as: • “information of any kind, owned, made, used, retained, received, produced, composed, drafted or otherwise compiled or collected, by any public body, relating in any way to public business, or in any way of public interest, or in any way related to public purposes, regardless of the physical form or characteristic by which such information is stored, recorded or reproduced.” Page 172

Public Records, cont. Item #8. • The exemptions regarding what is a public record are very narrow and are generally narrowly construed. • Thus, assume everything that is written will end up on the front page of the newspaper or on a troublesome website. Page 173

Non-Public Records Item #8. • The following records shall not be deemed public: (1) Any personnel, medical or pupil file, the disclosure of which would constitute an invasion of personal privacy, under this legislation or under any State or federal law as it relates to personal privacy; (2) Trade secrets and commercial or financial information obtained from a person which is of a privileged or confidential nature; Page 174

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. (3) Investigatory files compiled for civil or criminal law- enforcement purposes including pending investigative files, pretrial and presentence investigations and child custody and adoption files where there is no criminal complaint at issue; (4) Criminal files and criminal records, the disclosure of which would constitute an invasion of personal privacy. (5) Intelligence files compiled for law-enforcement purposes, the disclosure of which could constitute an endangerment to the local, state or national welfare and security; Page 175

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. (6) Any records specifically exempted from public disclosure by statute or common law; (7) Any records which disclose the identity of the contributor of a bona fide and lawful charitable contribution to the public body whenever public anonymity has been requested of the public body with respect to said contribution by the contributor; (8) Any records involving labor negotiations or collective bargaining; Page 176

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. (9) Any records pertaining to pending or potential litigation which are not records of any court;  Newer decisions regarding this exception allow withholding of the documents so long as they relate to the litigation. (10) Subject to § 10004(f) of this title with respect to release of minutes of executive sessions, any record of discussions held in executive session pursuant to § 10004(b) and (c) of this title; Page 177

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. (11) Any records which disclose the identity or address of any person holding a permit to carry a concealed deadly weapon; provided, however, all records relating to such permits shall be available to all bona fide law- enforcement officers; (12) Any records of a public library which contain the identity of a user and the books, documents, films, recordings or other property of the library which a patron has used; Page 178

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. (16) Emails received or sent by members of the Delaware General Assembly or their staff; ... (19) Any communications between a member of the General Assembly and that General Assembly member's constituent, or communications by a member of the General Assembly on behalf of that General Assembly member's constituent, or communications between members of the General Assembly. *Example - Flowers v. Office of the Governor Page 179

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. (17)a. The following records, which, if copied or inspected, could jeopardize the security of any structure owned by the State or any of its political subdivisions, or could facilitate the planning of a terrorist attack, or could endanger the life or physical safety of an individual: 1. Response procedures or plans prepared to prevent or respond to emergency situations, the disclosure of which would reveal vulnerability assessments, specific tactics, specific emergency procedures or specific security procedures. Page 180

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. 2. Building plans, blueprints, schematic drawings, diagrams, operational manuals or other records of mass transit facilities, bridges, tunnels, emergency response facilities or structures, buildings where hazardous materials are used or stored, arenas, stadiums, waste and water systems, electric transmission lines and substations, high-pressure natural gas pipelines and compressor stations, and telecommunications networks facilities and switching equipment, the disclosure of which would reveal the building's or structure's internal layout, specific location, life, safety and support systems, structural elements, surveillance techniques, alarm or security systems or technologies, operational and transportation plans or protocols, or personnel deployments. ... Page 181

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. 7. Information technology (IT) infrastructure details, source code, logical and physical design of IT systems and interfaces, detailed hardware and software inventories, network architecture and schematics, vulnerability reports, and any other information that, if disclosed, could jeopardize the security or integrity of an information and technology system owned, operated or maintained by the State or any public body subject to the requirements of this chapter. Page 182

Non-Public Records, cont. Item #8. (18)a. Any military service discharge document or documents, a discharge, separation notice, certificate of service, report of transfer or discharge, or any other notice or document which is evidence of severance or transfer from military service and which contains a service record from the armed forces of the United States, or any document that purports to represent a notice of separation from or service in any armed forces of the United States . . . . • There are a number of exceptions applicable to the veteran’s exemption. Page 183

Production of Public Documents Item #8. • Records should be open for inspection during normal business hours. • Must post FOIA request forms on your website. • FOIA requests should generally be made in writing. • The requestor must be as specific as possible – and seeking clarification about what the requestor wants is acceptable. Page 184

Responses to Requests – Production of Public Item #8. Documents • Responses to FOIA requests must be made within 15 business days. • If more time is needed, the reason for more time must be legitimate and must be explained. • You only get more time if: (1) voluminous records; (2) attorney review; (3) record is in storage or archived. • If the request is denied, the reason for denial must be explained. • Documents may be reviewed prior to disclosure to assure that non-public records are excluded from the request. Page 185

FOIA QUIZ Item #8. • Can public comment be limited? • Does FOIA require public bodies to answer questions? • Does a confidentiality clause in a settlement agreement exempt the settlement agreement from FOIA? • Can a public body go into executive session to discuss interview questions? Page 186

Item #8. FOIA QUIZ • Are you required to post meeting minutes on a website? • Is the public body required to respond to FOIA requests from out of state requestors? Page 187

Recent Decisions Item #8. • No. 21-IB17 – July 23, 2021 (Georgetown) • Phone calls and emails resulting in a decision violated FOIA. • No. 21-IB14 – June 20, 2021 (Sussex County) • No requirement to post agenda on website for municipalities and counties. • No. 21-IB03 – February 25, 2021 (Sussex Technical School District) • Board agenda not required to name the personnel to be discussed in executive sessions but “Personnel Action Items” insufficient to alert public of vote of superintendent. Page 188

Recent Decisions, cont. Item #8. • No. 22-IB04 – March 3, 2022 (Wilmington Charter) • Violated FOIA by not property noticing Advancement and Finance Committee Meetings. • No. 22-IB03 – February 18, 2022 (Diamond State Port Corp.) • Violation of FOIA for not properly posting notice of Executive Session. • No. 23-IB14 – April 21, 2023 (Delmar School District) • FOIA violated for failure to properly notice executive session and by making it appear that the meeting ended when actions were later taken in public session after the executive session concluded. Page 189

Recent Decisions, cont. Item #8. • No. 22-IB49 – City of New Castle (Dec. 2022) • Allegation that council members must have met and discussed a particular contract appointment. They held that the Petitioner bears the burden of demonstrating a prima facie case that a meeting occurred. Thereafter, the burden shifts to the public body to establish that no violation of the open meeting laws occurred. Page 190

Item #8. Questions? Page 191

Item #8. ETHICS PRESENTATION City of Dover, Delaware Max Walton, Esq. Connolly Gallagher LLP 302-888-6297 mwalton@connollygallagher.com June 27, 2023 Page 192

State Standards vs. City Ethics Standards Item #8. • The State Public Integrity Commission Rules are the floor for all standards. • Dover has adopted its own ethics code which has been deemed at least as stringent as the State Code. • As such, the Public Integrity Commission does not have jurisdiction over the Dover ethics requirement. • Jurisdiction falls to the Dover Ethics Commission. Page 193

Intent of the Dover Ethics Code Item #8. • The proper operation of democratic government requires that public officials and employees be independent, impartial, and responsible to the people; • that governmental decisions and policies be made in the proper channels of the governmental structure; • that public office not be used for personal gain; and that the public has confidence in the integrity of its government. Page 194

Intent of the Dover Ethics Code Item #8. • It is the intent of the city that all elected and appointed officials and all employees of the city adhere to high levels of ethical conduct, honesty, integrity and accountability to assure that the public has confidence in all aspects of city government and the city officials that exercise discretionary powers. • These standards of ethical conduct are intended to uphold the public trust in the persons in positions of public responsibility who are acting for the benefit of the public. Page 195

Intent of the Dover Ethics Code Item #8. • All elected and appointed officials and all employees of the city shall comply with both the letter and the spirit of the standards of ethical conduct and strive to avoid situations that create impropriety or the appearance of impropriety. • The standards define and discourage certain actions that may create impropriety or the appearance of impropriety that undermine public trust in elected and appointed public officials and employees. Page 196

Intent of the Dover Ethics Code Item #8. • City officials and employees shall strive for the highest standard of fairness in all of their activities and shall not grant any special consideration, treatment, or advantage to any citizen beyond that which is available to every other citizen. • In the course of their official responsibilities, city officials and employees are often privy to categories of information which are of a private nature and are legally protected from public disclosure. City officials and employees shall maintain the privacy of such information, and they shall not take advantage of such information for personal gain, or the personal gain of friends or family. Page 197

Requirements Item #8. • Must sign an acknowledgement of the Standards of Ethical Conduct of The Ethics Commission. • Must sign a financial disclosure report by August 1 of each year. • Are required to disclose private interests in legislation on the record. • Employees and officials that have a private interest subject to the regulatory jurisdiction of the City must file a written disclosure disclosing the same. Page 198

City Ethics Standards Item #8. • Each city employee and official shall endeavor to pursue a course of conduct which will not raise suspicion among the public that he is engaging in acts which are in violation of his public trust and which will not reflect unfavorably upon the city and its government. • No city employee or official shall have any interest in any private enterprise, nor shall he incur any obligation of any nature which is in substantial conflict with the proper performance of his duties in the public interest. No city employee or official shall accept other employment, any compensation, gift, payment of expenses or any other thing of monetary value under circumstances in which such acceptance may result in any of the following: Page 199

City Ethics Standards Item #8. (1) Impairment of independence of judgment in the exercise of official duties; (2) An undertaking to give preferential treatment to any person; (3) The making of a governmental decision outside official channels; or (4) Any adverse effect on the confidence of the public in the integrity of the government of the city. Page 200

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • You cannot acquire a financial interest in any private enterprise which you have reason to believe may be directly involved in decisions to be made by you in an official capacity on behalf of the city. • You cannot participate in the review or disposition of a matter pending before the City in which you have a personal or financial interest. • You cannot act if you have an interest which tends to impair independence of judgment. That occurs when: Page 201

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. (1) Any action or inaction with respect to the matter would result in a financial benefit or detriment to accrue to the person or a close relative to a greater extent than such benefit or detriment would accrue to others who are members of the same class or group of persons; or (2) The person or a close relative has a financial interest in a private enterprise which enterprise or interest would be affected by any action or inaction on a matter to a lesser or greater extent than like enterprises or other interests in the same enterprise. Page 202

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • No city employee or official shall benefit from any contract with the city, nor solicit any contract, and shall not enter into any contract with the city (other than an employment contract). • No private enterprise in which a city employee or official has a legal or equitable ownership of more than ten percent (more than one percent in the case of a corporation the stock of which is regularly traded on an established securities market) shall enter into any contract with the city (other than an employment contract) unless such contract was made or let after public notice and competitive bidding. Page 203

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • There is a post employment restriction of two years. • Former city employees or officials may not disclose confidential information gained by reason of his public position, nor shall he otherwise use such information for personal gain or benefit. • No elected city official shall agree to sponsor legislation, or to influence in any manner the formulation or passage of legislation, in exchange for political contributions or promises thereof. Page 204

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • No elected city official shall vote for, or promote in any manner whatsoever, legislation affecting any subject matter in which he has a substantial interest. • No city official or employee shall request or permit the use of city-owned vehicles, equipment, materials, or property for personal convenience or profit, except when such services are available to the public generally or are provided for the use of such official or employee in the conduct of official business as a matter of municipal policy. Page 205

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • No city official or employee shall utilize the influence of his office or position for personal pecuniary gain, or to avoid the legal consequences of his personal conduct. • No city employee or official shall use his public office to secure unwarranted privileges, private advancement or gain. Page 206

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • No city employee or official shall engage in any activity beyond the scope of his public position which might reasonably be expected to require or induce him to disclose confidential information acquired by him by reason of his public position. • No city employee or official shall, beyond the scope of his public position, disclose confidential information gained by reason of his public position, nor shall he otherwise use such information for personal gain or benefit. Page 207

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • No official or employee shall encourage, make or accept any ex parte or other unilateral application or communication that excludes the interests of other parties in a matter under consideration when such application or communication is designed to influence official decision or conduct of the official or other officials, employees or agencies in order to obtain a more favored treatment or special consideration to advance the personal or private interests of himself or herself or others. The purpose of this provision is to guarantee that all interested parties to any matter shall have equal opportunity to express and represent their interests. Page 208

City Ethics Standards, cont’d. Item #8. • No city employee or official, in the course of his public responsibilities, shall use the granting of sexual favors as a condition, either explicit or implicit, for an individual's favorable treatment by that person or a city agency. Page 209

Consequences Item #8. • All standards are enforced via complaint to the Ethics Commission. • The Solicitor may investigate. • Trial like proceedings are established upon issuance of a complaint. Page 210

Consequences, cont’d. Item #8. • With respect to any violation with which a person has been charged and which the Ethics Commission has determined as proved, the Ethics Commission may take any one or more of the following actions: • Reprimand. Issue a written reprimand or censure of that person's conduct. • Discipline. With respect to a city employee, remove, suspend, demote or take other appropriate disciplinary action with respect to that person, without regard to any limits imposed by this chapter, but within the limits of the constitution, the laws of the state, the Charter of the city, and ordinances and existing collective bargaining agreements. Page 211

Consequences, cont’d Item #8. • Recommend removal. With respect to an appointed official, recommend that appropriate action be taken to remove the official from the appointed position. • Recommend fine. With respect to an elected city official, recommend that such official be fined in an amount recommended by the ethics commission. • Other consequences: Dale v. Town of Elsmere • The proceedings are confidential. • You may seek and should be encouraged to seek an advisory opinion. Page 212

Item #8. Questions? Page 213

Item #21. Monthly Report May 2023 Office of City Assessor Page 214

Item #21. ASSESSOR’S REPORT Number of Deeds Stamped for Transfer Tax Dollar Amount for the Month of May 2022/2023 the Month of May 2022/2023 38 $439 40 $500 30 Thousands 30 19 24 22 20 $130 20 $139 $47 $40 $3 10 3 0 3 1 2022 $0 $1 2022 0 $0 2023 2023 First Time Buyer for the Month May 2022/2023 Realty Property of May 2022/2023 Sales in Dollars Received Prior to 38 Recording 40 30 $29 30 24 $30 Millions 19 Res. Non‐First $20 $10 $9 $5 $6 20 Time Buyers $10 $0 $0 $0 2022 Res. First Time $0 2023 10 Buyers 0 2022 2023 Major Updates March April May Assessment Change $6,495,300 $0 $0 Residential Sales Ratio Report Sales in Study Total Assessed Total Sale Price Ratio PRD Value 45 $7,408,100 $11,627,679 0.64 1.04 Ratio – Assessed Value divided by Sale Price. PRD – Mean – A PRD above 1.03 tends to indicate assessment regressivity – high valued properties are under appraised relative to low valued properties. A PRD below .98 tends to indicate assessment progressivity – high valued properties are relatively over appraised. 1 Page 215

Item #21. ASSESSOR’S REPORT Assessor’s Office Wild Meadows / Persimmon Park Place Home Sales for March 2023: Property Address Assessed Value Sales Price 117 Persimmon Cir. $113,500 $220,000 104 Gordon Pl. $ 92,700 $215,000 2023 Appeals ‐ Appeals and Exempt Requests submitted by the May 01, 2023, deadline: Commercial: 1 Exemption Request: 7 Senior Citizen Reduction Appeal: 1 2 Page 216

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Item #22. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND JULY 1, 2022 - JUNE 30, 2023 I nner City Cultural League Vendor # 200 100-10-12-99-000-53037 Current Balance- $ 1,950.00 COM M UNI TY ENHANCEM ENT FUND - $2,500 FOR EACH COUNCI L M EM BER PER DI STRI CT AND BUDGETED AM OUNT $5,000 FOR THE AT-LARGE COUNCI L M EM BER. THE PURPOSE OF THE FUND I S TO ALLOW $ 25,000.00 M EM BERS TO CONTRI BUTE FUNDS TO A SM ALL PROJECT OR COM M UNI TY NEEDS I N EACH FI NAL BUDGET TOTAL $ 25,000.00 COUNCI L TOTAL YEAR TO DATE VENDOR DESCRI PTI ON I NVOI CE # BALANCE SPONSOR CHARGES DATE Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of Email from David Anderson The Inner City Cultural $1000.00 of his community dated 06/23/2022 and email 7/26/2022 Anderson $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $23,600.00 League enhancement funds to The from Elizabeth Daniels dated Inner City Cultural League for 06/23/2022 the reasons stated in the letter. Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of Email from Andre Boggerty $100.00 of his community dated 07/21/2022 and email 7/26/2022 Boggerty DEMCO $100.00 $1,100.00 $24,900.00 enhancement funds to DEMCO from Leandra Marshall dated for the Annual Back to School 07/13/2022 Event Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of Email from David Anderson $300.00 of his community dated 06/29/2022 and email 7/26/2022 Anderson The 302 Movement $300.00 $1,400.00 $24,600.00 enhancement funds to The 302 from Tracey Weems dated Movement for the backpack 06/28/2022 program. Councilman Neil authorized the designation of $200.00 of his Email from Fred Neil dated 8/15/2022 Neil Persimmon Park Place community enhancement funds 08/10/2022 and email from $200.00 $1,600.00 $23,400.00 to Persimmon Park Place for Joyce Talley dated 08/09/2022 the Backpack Giveaway Councilwoman Arndt authorized the designation of $200.00 of Email from Tricia Arndt dated 8/15/2022 Arndt Persimmon Park Place her community enhancement 08/10/2022 and email from $200.00 $1,800.00 $23,200.00 funds to Persimmon Park Place Joyce Talley dated 08/09/2022 for the Backpack Giveaway Page 220

Item #22. Councilwoman Arndt authorized the designation of $500.00 of Email from Tricia Arndt dated 9/6/2022 Arndt Dover Art League her community enhancement 08/31/2022 and email from $500.00 $2,300.00 $22,700.00 funds to the Dover Art League Elena Stewart dated 8/31/2022 for the Grand Opening Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of Email from Andre Boggerty Interdenomonational $600.00 of his community dated 09/06/2022 and email 9/12/2022 Boggerty Ministerial Alliance of Dover $600.00 $2,900.00 $22,100.00 enhancement funds to the from Theodore Henderson and Visinity (IMA) Annual Community Unity Family dated 9/6/2022 Day Councilman Anderson Email from Dave Anderson authorized the designation of dated 10/05/2022 and email 10/6/2022 Anderson The Well Church $300.00 of his community $300.00 $3,200.00 $21,800.00 from Bishop Carol E. Harris enhancement funds to the Faith dated 10/5/2022 and Blue Weekend Councilman Hare authorized Email from City Clerk Bennett the designation of $400.00 of dated 10/05/2022 and email 10/6/2022 Hare The Well Church his community enhancement $400.00 $3,600.00 $21,400.00 from Bishop Carol E. Harris funds to the Faith and Blue dated 10/5/2022 Weekend Councilwoman Arndt authorized Email from Tricia Arndt dated the designation of $150.00 of 10/07/2022 and email from 10/7/2022 Arndt The Well Church her community enhancement $150.00 $3,750.00 $21,250.00 Bishop Carol E. Harris dated funds to the Faith and Blue 10/5/2022 Weekend Councilman Rocha authorized Email from Gerald Rocha dated the designation of $200.00 of 10/07/2022 and email from 10/7/2022 Rocha The Well Church his community enhancement $200.00 $3,950.00 $21,050.00 Bishop Carol E. Harris dated funds to the Faith and Blue 10/5/2022 Weekend Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of Email from Dave Anderson $500.00 of of his community dated 10/12/2022 and 10/12/2022 Anderson Tracy Palmer Ministries, Inc enhancement fund to Tracy $500.00 $4,450.00 $20,550.00 email/letter from Paster Tracy Palmer Ministries, Inc for Palmer dated 10/12/2022 Thanksgiving Dinner & Winter Food Events Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of Email from Dave Anderson $250.00 of of his community dated 11/03/2022 and 11/3/2022 Anderson United Way of Delaware $250.00 $4,700.00 $20,300.00 enhancement fund to United email/letter from Kenyatta Way of Delaware Wonderland Livingston dated 11/03/2022 Coat and Toy Drive Page 221

Item #22. Councilwoman Pillsbury authorized the designation of Email from Julia Pillsbury dated $500.00 of of his community 11/05/2022 and email/letter 11/7/2022 Pillsbury United Way of Delaware $500.00 $5,200.00 $19,800.00 enhancement fund to United from Kenyatta Livingston dated Way of Delaware Wonderland 11/03/2022 Coat and Toy Drive Councilman Taylor authorized the designation of $650.00 of Email from Ralph Taylor dated 11/15/2022 Taylor Dover Police Department his community enhancement $650.00 $5,850.00 $19,150.00 11/15/2022 funds to the Hometown Holiday Event Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $825.00 of his community Email from Andre Boggerty 11/16/2022 Boggerty Dover Police Department enhancement funds to the $0.00 $5,850.00 $19,150.00 dated 11/16/2022 Hometown Holiday Event (Returned-Not Needed - $825.00) Councilman Anderson Email from Dave Anderson authorized the designation of dated 01/12/2023 and 1/12/2023 Anderson Code Purple $150.00 of of his community email/letter from Ennio $150.00 $6,000.00 $19,000.00 enhancement fund to Code Emmanuel (Code Purple) dated Purple. 01/03/2023 Councilwoman Arndt authorized the designation of $300.00 of Email from Tricia Arndt dated 2/21/2023 Arndt United Way of Delaware her community enhancement 02/21/2023 and email from $300.00 $6,300.00 $18,700.00 funds to the National Read Gerald Rocha dated 02/21/2023 Across America Day Councilman Hare authorized Email from Bill Hare dated the designation of $1,000.00 of 03/03/2023 and letter from 3/7/2023 Hare Modern Maturity Center his community enhancement $1,000.00 $7,300.00 $17,700.00 Modern Maturity Center dated funds to the Modern Maturity 03/07/2023 Center Programs Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of Email from Andre Boggerty 3/7/2023 Boggerty TOVA Community Health $750.00 of his community $750.00 $8,050.00 $16,950.00 dated 02/15/2023 enhancement funds to TOVA Community Health Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of Hope Medical and Dental Email from Andre Boggerty 3/24/2023 Boggerty $250.00 of his community $250.00 $8,300.00 $16,700.00 Clinic dated 03/24/2023 enhancement funds to Hope Medical and Dental Clinic Page 222

Item #22. Councilman Rocha authorized Email from Andre Rocha dated the designation of $400.00 of 03/27/2023 and letter from 3/27/2023 Rocha Tracy Palmer Ministries, Inc his community enhancement $400.00 $8,700.00 $16,300.00 Tracy Palmer Ministries dated fund to Tracy Palmer Ministries, 03/27/2023 Inc Council President Sudler Email from Andria Bennett authorized the designation of The Vines Community dated 04/21/2023 and letter 4/24/2023 Sudler $1,000.00 of his community $1,000.00 $9,700.00 $15,300.00 Project from Tracy Palmer Ministries enhancement fund to The Vines dated 04/24/2023 Community Project Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of Email from Andre Boggerty $500.00 of his community dated 05/09/2023 and Email 5/9/2023 Boggerty Community Well $500.00 $10,200.00 $14,800.00 enhancement funds to from Ina Smith Willis Community Well-Being (Community Well) dated 5/9/23 Ambassador Initiative Councilman Boggerty Email from Gerald Rocha dated authorized the designation of Inner City Cultural League 05/11/2023 and Email & Letter 5/11/2023 Rocha $1,000.00 of his community $1,000.00 $11,200.00 $13,800.00 Inc from Inner City Cultural League enhancement funds to Inner dated 5/11/23 City Cultural League Inc Councilman Boggerty Email from Andre Boggerty authorized the designation of dated 05/12/2023 and Email & 5/12/2023 Boggerty Psi Iota Hope Foundation $1,200.00 of his community $1,200.00 $12,400.00 $12,600.00 Letter from Gregg Bunkley enhancement funds to the Psi dated 5/8/23 Iota Hope Foundation Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $500.00 of Email from Brian Lewis dated Dover Police Athletic his community enhancement 05/22/2023 and Letter from 5/22/2023 Lewis $500.00 $12,900.00 $12,100.00 League (PAL) funds to the 2023 Youth Police Corporal Anthony Smith Academy for Uniforms and received 05/22/2023 Water bottles. Councilman Sudler authorized the designation of $1,500.00 of his community enhancement Email from Roy Sudler, Jr. Women and Children funds to the Women and dated 05/25/2023 and Letter 5/25/2023 Sudler Transformation Ministry $1,500.00 $14,400.00 $10,600.00 Children Transformation from William Snorton, Jr. International, Inc. Ministry International, Inc. for received 05/23/2023 their Boys to Men Development Program for Gas cards Councilman Boggerty Email from Andre Boggerty authorized the designation of dated 05/26/2023 and Email & 5/26/2023 Boggerty Dover Fire Department $1,000.00 of his community $1,000.00 $15,400.00 $9,600.00 Letter from Chief Carey dated enhancement funds to the 5/26/23 Dover Fire Department Page 223

Item #22. Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $250.00 of his community Email from Andre Boggerty Women and Children enhancement funds to the dated 05/26/2023 and Email & 5/26/2023 Boggerty Transformation Ministry Women and Children $250.00 $15,650.00 $9,350.00 Letter from William Snorton, Jr. International, Inc. Transformation Ministry received 05/23/2023 International, Inc. for their Boys to Men Development Program for Gas cards Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $350.00 of Email from Brian Lewis dated Dover Police Athletic his community enhancement 05/26/2023 and Letter from 5/26/2023 Lewis $350.00 $16,000.00 $9,000.00 League (PAL) funds to the 2023 Youth Police Corporal Anthony Smith Academy for Uniforms and received 05/22/2023 Water bottles. Councilman Boggerty a Email from Andre Boggerty John Wesley Community 5/30/2023 Boggerty authorized the designation of dated 05/26/2023 and letter $350.00 $16,350.00 $8,650.00 Program $350.00 of his community from Dr. Chandra Owens, Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $500.00 of his community enhancement Email from Gerald Rocha dated Women and Children funds to the Women and 05/31/2023 and Email & Letter 5/31/2023 Rocha Transformation Ministry $500.00 $16,850.00 $8,150.00 Children Transformation from William Snorton, Jr. International, Inc. Ministry International, Inc. for received 05/23/2023 their Boys to Men Development Program for Gas cards Councilwoman Pillsbury authorized the designation of Email from Julia Pillsbury dated $500.00 of her community 06/06/2023 and Email from 6/6/2023 Pillsbury United Way of Delaware enhancement funds to the $500.00 $17,350.00 $7,650.00 Michelle Taylor received United Way for their Out of 06/02/2023 School Time Program-Freedom Schools Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $ 500.00 of Email from Brian Lewis dated 6/6/2023 Lewis Dover Fire Department his community enhancement 05/23/2023 & Letter from Chief $500.00 $17,850.00 $7,150.00 funds to the Dover Fire Carey dated 6/06/23 Department Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $ 1,000.00 of Email from Julia Pillsbury dated 6/6/2023 Pillsbury Dover Fire Department his community enhancement 06/06/2023 & Letter from Chief $1,000.00 $18,850.00 $6,150.00 funds to the Dover Fire Carey dated 6/06/23 Department Councilman Lewis authorized Email from Brian Lewis dated the designation of $500.00 of 06/09/2023 & email/letter from 6/9/2023 Lewis Tracy Palmer Ministries, Inc his community enhancement $500.00 $19,350.00 $5,650.00 Paster Tracy Palmer dated fund to Tracy Palmer Ministries, 06/02/2023 Inc Page 224

Item #22. Councilman Hare authorized the designation of $500.00 of Email from Bill Hare dated his community enhancement 06/09/2023 & Letter from email 6/9/2023 Hare United Way of Delaware $500.00 $19,850.00 $5,150.00 funds to the United Way for their from Michelle Taylor received Out of School Time Program- 06/2/23 Freedom Schools Councilperson Arndt authorized the designation of $200.00 of Email from Tricia Arndt dated her community enhancement 06/09/2023 and Invoice from 6/12/2023 Arndt Elizabeth Daniels $200.00 $20,050.00 $4,950.00 fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Elizabeth Daniels dated Juneteenth Celebration (Porta 06/12/2023 Potty) Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $400.00 of Email from Gerlad Rocha dated his community enhancement 06/09/2023 and Invoice from 6/12/2023 Rocha Elizabeth Daniels $400.00 $20,450.00 $4,550.00 fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Elizabeth Daniels dated Juneteenth Celebration (DJ & 06/12/2023 Porta Potty) Councilman Hare authorized the designation of $300.00 of Email from Bill Hare dated his community enhancement 06/09/2023 and Invoice from 6/12/2023 Hare Elizabeth Daniels $300.00 $20,750.00 $4,250.00 fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Elizabeth Daniels dated Juneteenth Celebration 06/12/2023 (Boucehouse) Councilwoman Pillsbury authorized the designation of Email from Julia Pillsbury Dated $250.00 of her community 6/14/23 and letter from Modern 6/16/2023 Pillsbury Modern Maturity Center $250.00 $21,000.00 $4,000.00 enhancement funds to the Maturity Center dated Modern Maturity Center 06/15/2023 Programs Councilwoman Pillsbury Email from Julia Pillsbury Dated authorized the designation of Dover Police Athletic 6/15/23 and Letter from 6/16/2023 Pillsbury $250.00 of her community $250.00 $21,250.00 $3,750.00 League (PAL) Corporal Anthony Smith enhancement funds to the 2023 received 06/15/2023 Youth Police Academy Councilman Hare authorized the designation of $300.00 of Email from Kay Sass dated 6/29/2023 Hare Associates International his community enhancement $300.00 $21,550.00 $3,450.00 6/27/23 fund to Associates International for the July Billing Inserts Councilman Neil authorized the designation of $750.00 of his Email from Kay Sass dated 6/29/2023 Neil Associates International community enhancement fund $750.00 $22,300.00 $2,700.00 6/27/23 to Associates International for the July Billing Inserts Page 225

Item #22. Councilperson Arndt authorized Email from Kay Sass dated 6/29/2023 Arndt Associates International the designation of $750.00 of $750.00 $23,050.00 $1,950.00 6/27/23 her community enhancement $23,050.00 $1,950.00 Budgeted Amount District Council Sponsor YTD Expenditures Balance $5,000.00 At-Large Boggerty $5,000.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 1st District Pillsbury $2,500.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 1st District Rocha $2,500.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 2nd District Hare $2,500.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 2nd District Taylor/Lewis $2,500.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 3rd District Arndt $2,100.00 $400.00 $2,500.00 3rd District Neil $950.00 $1,550.00 $2,500.00 4th District Anderson $2,500.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 4th District Sudler $2,500.00 $0.00 TOTAL $23,050.00 $1,950.00 Page 226

Item #23. CITY MANAGER’S MONTHLY REPORT May 2023 Page 227

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Item #23. The PPA utility rate change took effect with the April 1st bills. Changes to utility revenue will be reflected in the monthly revenue statements. Customer Service Department Request for utility write off in the amount of $89,089.16 is included with this Mission report. Accounts greater than 2 years of age are written off to the uncollectible reserve per policy. Continually provide quality public service to our diverse group of customers with professionalism, respect, & integrity. ~ City of Dover Customer Service Department Page 230

ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT Item #23. Electric Divisions System Peak Total System Load Number of New Month outages customers Jul 21 79,792 Services Jul 21 156.16 Aug 21 77,971 Feb 21 3 1518 Feb 21 7 Aug 21 164.90 Mar 21 4 568 Mar 21 20 Sep 21 140.78 Sep 21 65,002 Apr 21 4 1,287 Apr 21 14 Oct 21 117.77 Oct 21 58,157 May 21 9 733 May 21 6 Nov 21 55,279 Jun 21 10 736 Jun 21 40 Nov 21 95.71 Jul 21 13 3,730 Jul 21 9 Dec 21 96.13 Dec 21 58,299 Aug 21 11 728 Aug 21 11 Jan 22 107.95 Jan 22 65,916 Sep 21 7 1,037 Sep 21 20 Feb 22 103.87 Feb 22 55,827 Oct 21 9 4,693 Oct 21 16 Mar 22 56,876 Nov 21 6 347 Nov 21 23 Mar 22 99.08 Dec 21 13 1540 Dec 21 22 Apr 22 92.65 Apr 22 50,847 Jan 22 11 1599 Jan 22 17 May 22 143.11 May 22 59,233 Feb 22 6 1005 Feb 22 8 June 22 June 22 Mar 22 5 512 Mar 22 18 July 22 Apr 22 1 350 Apr 22 20 July 22 May 22 13 4,199 May 22 21 Aug 22 Aug 22 June 22 19 6,639 June 22 11 Sep 22 Sep 22 July 22 7 357 July 22 16 Oct 22 Aug 22 8 395 Aug 22 47 Oct 22 Sep 22 6 2920 Sep 22 27 Nov 22 Nov 22 Oct 22 3 732 Oct 22 21 Dec 22 Nov 22 Nov 22 4 1328 Nov 22 17 Jan 23 Jan 23 Dec 22 3 6,703 Dec 22 12 Feb 23 Jan 23 3 129 Jan 23 47 Feb 23 Feb 23 2 42 Feb 23 20 Mar 23 Mar 23 Mar 23 7 1739 Mar 23 29 Apr 23 Apr 23 Apr 23 12 5256 Apr 23 31 May 23 May 23 May 23 7 1488 May 23 9 NAES staff is working with a contractor to resolve the metering issues. Electric Monthly Outage Report The annual outage goal will be less than 295 minutes per customer, which is a Delaware Standard. This will be measured by calculating the System Average Interruption Duration Index. SAIDI Long Time looks at the previous 24months of outages FY 23 YTD FY 22 FY 21 64.13 91.02 342.82 Outages Average Response Time Goal is less than 30 minutes Month Year-to-date Month Year-to-date 7 62 21.57 34.54 PROGRAM UPDATES MAY 23 MAY 22 FY23 YTD Tree Trimming 175 0 2,960 Number of Oil Releases 0 0 0 Lost Time Accidents – All Electric Utility Divisions 0 0 1 New Services 9 21 276 Page 231

Item #23. Fleet & Facilities Management Monthly Report MAY 2023 Fleet Maintenance PM Work Orders Completed: 53 Number of Tire Repairs: 12 Number of Road Repairs: 4 Other Work Orders: 48 Repair Hours: 245.5 Road Repair Hours: 7.5 Total Work Orders: 101 Fabrication Hours: 0 Misc. Hours: 96 PM Hours: 108 # of Scheduled PM’s: 29 # of PM’s Completed: 53 Major Program Updates MAY MAY MEASURE 2023 2022 DIFFERENCE Fleet Maintenance - Completed PM 53 out of 29 41 out of 29 appointments vs scheduled PM’s 41.38% 182.76 % 141.38 % (Quantity and Percentage) Facilities Maintenance Facilities - Routine work orders 57 out of 97 64 out of 77 completed within 5 days -24.36 % 58.76 % 83.12 % (Quantity and Percentage) Facilities - Emergency work orders 2 out of 3 8 out of 8 completed within 2 days -33.33 % 66.67 % 100.00 % (Quantity and Percentage) Facilities: Total Work Orders Written in May: 100 Total Work Orders Completed in May: 71 (includes previous months’ W/O’s that were incomplete) Page 232

Item #23. MEMORANDUM Department of Central Services P.O. Box 475 Dover, Delaware 19903 Phone: (302) 674-7567 Fax: (302) 736-7178 E-mail: mhamlett@dover.de.us TO: Dave Hugg, City Manager Sharon Duca, Assistant City Manager FROM: Michael C. Hamlett, Central Services Director DATE: 6/20/2023 SUBJECT: Fiscal Year Project Update ______________________________________________________________________________ Outlined below are the stages of each project in process for Fiscal Year 2023 FC2001 City Hall HVAC Renovation: COMPLETED EA2204 Weyandt Hall HVAC Renovation: RFP has been advertised and awaiting proposals. EA2202 Electric Admin Window Replacement: COMPLETED EA2203 Weyandt Hall Window Replacement and LED Lighting Upgrade: COMPLETED LB2201 Library HVAC Controls Upgrade: COMPLETED CS2301 Warehouse LED Lighting Upgrade: COMPLETED CS2302 Warehouse Replacement of Tile Flooring and Exterior Painting: COMPLETED FC2303 City Hall Window Replacement: Gathering and evaluating quotes FC2304 Old Post Office Hazardous Material Abatement: COMPLETED Weyandt Hall Security Upgrades: COMPLETED Michael Hamlett, Central Services Director Phone: 302‐674‐7567 Email: mhamlett@dover.de.us 1 Page 233

Item #23. May 2023 Procurement & Inventory Report Measure FY 2023 FY 2022 DIFFERENCE Issue Effectiveness – How often the FY 2023 (To date) FY 2022 (Total) warehouse has what the departments [1373/ (1373+306)] *100 [1610/ (1610+241)] *100 -5.21% need when it’s needed. 81.77% 86.98% [issues / (issues + back orders)] * 100 Turn Over Rate – Indicates that the material stocked is the material being 0.88 Turnovers per year 0.91 Turnovers per year 0.03 Turnovers per year used. (2020-2021 Goal 1 per year) WITHOUT TRANSFORMERS FUEL USE FY 2023 TO DATE FY 2022 TO DATE STOCK WITH OVER 60 MONTH SUPPLY (5 YEARS) Unleaded: 130,515 gallons 129,993 gallons Electric: $ 540,216.15 206 Line Items Diesel: 71,303 gallons 73,599 gallons Water: $ 14,217.47 36 Line Items Dollars Spent: $648,474.91 $568,247.52 General: $ 21,466.33 82 Line Items Total: $ 575,899.95 324 Line Items Purchase Orders for Stock by Fund Issues from Stock by Fund FY 2023 TO DATE FY 2022 TO DATE FY 2023 TO DATE FY 2022 TO DATE Electric: $1,433,284.55 $3,890,383.38 Electric: $1,664,713.57 $1,318,468.28 Water: $42,452.89 $97,262.20 Water: $58,747.31 $52,156.64 Wastewater: $0.00 $0.00 Wastewater: $637.73 $3,179.21 General: $84,304.74 $181,753.88 General: $127,589.01 $113,468.06 Total: $1,560,042.18 $4,169,399.46 *Total: $1,851,687.62 $1,489,466.95 Warehouse Stock Money Spent for Postage/Postal Services FY2023 FY2022 FY 2023 TO DATE FY2022 TO DATE Total Dollar Value: $3,085,472.80 $2,447,063.63 $157,152.82 $143,309.69 Total Line Items: 993 1,014 * Total of Issues from Stock by Fund includes Issues from Electric Returns (ER) warehouse. Current Bid/RFP Status BID REQUESTING COMMODITY TERM Status as of June 1, 2023 NUMBER DEPARTMENT Weyandt Hall HVAC Upgrade 23-0016FM One Time Facilities RFP Opening scheduled for 06/14/2023 @ 2:00 PM Pension and Other Post Employment 23-0017FN One Time Finance RFP Opening scheduled for 06/13/2023 @ 2:00 PM Benefits Actuarial Services Wellhead Redevelopment Program 23-0018WW One Time Water/Wastewater RFP opening scheduled for 7/18/2023 @ 2:00 PM Decontamination & Demolition of the 23-0019EL One Time Electric Department RFP opening is scheduled for August 4, 2023 @ 8:00 PM McKee Run Generating Station Page 234

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES April 2023 Summary: The Human Resources Department is still currently working on training initiatives specific to an applicant tracking system. This will ensure greater data specific to current trends and further increase proper HR metrics. The new system will assist in tracking more specified data to better aid in forecasting trends. We are continuing to assist in the Market Study to ensure accuracy of data as well as a collective policy to ensure all employees are paid equitably. The Human Resources Department began preparing for open enrollment for benefits beginning April 2023. Open enrollment for active employees and retirees under 65 will be from May 1-17, 2023. The Human Resources Department and DE&I committee are constantly working on initiatives to ensure inclusion of all employees within the City of Dover. In the Month of April, we decided to continue our initiative of education with “Fair Housing Month” emails sent out weekly. Our goal is to ensure that our employees are properly educated in many aspects of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Monthly Hired vs Resigned vs Promoted 10 9 9 8 8 8 7 7 7 6 6 66 6 6 6 5 5 4 4 3 33 3 2 2 22 2 2 1 1 1 1 11 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 May '22 Jun '22 Jul '22 Aug '22 Sept '22 Oct '22 Nov ' 22 Dec '22 Jan '23 Feb '23 Mar '23 April '23 Hired Resigned/Term/Retired Transferred/Promoted April – Retire 0; Resigned 0; Terminated 0 1|Page Page 235

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES CY Hired, Resigned, Promoted 80 70 67 61 60 57 49 50 44 42 41 40 33 32 30 22 20 15 13 13 9 10 1 0 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Hired Terminated, Resigned, Retired Transferred or Pormoted Five year Full-Time vs Part-Time Employees 420 400 32 31 380 27 24 360 28 340 379 373 367 359 320 346 300 Mar '19 Mar '20 Mar '21 Mar '22 April '23 Full-Time Part-Time -Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee or council members 2|Page Page 236

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES EEOC Demographics 450 400 350 82 88 77 93 80 300 250 200 150 294 308 312 315 292 100 50 0 Mar '19 Mar '20 Mar '21 Mar '22 April '23 Caucasian Minority Position Hired: 3 Police Patrolman (Academy), 1 Building Supervisor, 1 Communication Operator, 1 Building Maintenance Craftsman Transferred/Promoted: N/A Position Terminated/Resigned/Retired/Other: N/A Terminal Leave: N/A 3|Page Page 237

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES Open or Currently Recruiting* Open or Currently Recruiting by Dept. April 2023 Electric: 0 Public Works: 6 Police: 3 Water Wastewater: 2 Parks & Recreation: 2 Information Technology: 1 Library: 4 Inspections: 1 City Clerk: 1 Customer Service: 1 Electric: 1 Fire: 1 Totals: 23 *Not used for Budgeting Purposes Turnover Statistics 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Total Turnover % 11.00 10.91 6.02 12.05 8.68 15.36 10.33 9.66 13.96 9.69 15.93 2.84 Termination Turnover % 0.29 1.47 0.57 0.28 0.54 1.92 1.36 0.54 1.42 .25 1.62 0.87 Resignation Turnover % 5.21 5.01 2.29 7.56 6.24 7.41 5.98 6.17 7.98 7.14 9.01 1.51 Retirement Turnover % 5.50 4.42 3.15 4.20 1.90 4.39 2.45 2.68 4.27 2.29 1.15 0.44 Other - - - - - 1.65 0.54 0.27 0.28 .25 .23 0.0 2012 Healthcare cost sharing implemented 2013 Healthcare cost sharing implemented for DOE 2016 RIF in Economic Development; 2018 RIF in Electric *No Voluntary or Involuntary Terms for the Month of April* 4|Page Page 238

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES Average Employees 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Total Number of Employees Separating 38 37 21 42 32 56 38 36 49 38 48 13 from Service Average Number of 333 325 331 333 340 337 340 346 **355 370 405 435 Full-time Employees Average Number of 25 23 12 14 18 24 28 28 28 26 28 32 Part-time Employees * Healthcare cost sharing implemented **Updated Worker’s Compensation March April Category 2022 2023 Monthly Workers Comp. Injuries 0 3 Workers Compensation Cost April 2023 $329 $1,344 Department $21,001 $320 Total Cost (In thousands) = $23,242.03 5|Page Page 239

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES May 2023 Summary: The Human Resources Department has been working diligently to enter market study increases accurately into the system for all employees. This has been a time-consuming project that has required a great deal of effort to ensure that everyone effected would receive increases timely. The Human Resources Department is actively in the Open Enrollment period. This year’s Open enrollment for active employees and retirees under 65 is from May 1-17, 2023. The Human Resources Department and DE&I committee are constantly working on initiatives to ensure inclusion of all employees within the City of Dover. In the Month of May, we discussed a couple of upcoming employee engagement initiative to include a September 20th BBQ for all City of Dover employees. The Outreach subcommittee will continue to provide information/trainings to our employees to increase awareness as well as education. The Committee decided that in the Month of June, the subject discussed with all City of Dover employees will be Wealth Creation. We will continue to plan employee engagement initiatives to ensure more opportunity to increase Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Monthly Hired vs Resigned vs Promoted 10 9 9 8 8 8 7 7 7 7 6 6 66 6 6 6 5 5 5 4 4 3 33 3 2 2 22 2 2 1 1 1 1 11 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 May '22 Jun '22 Jul '22 Aug '22 Sept '22 Oct '22 Nov ' 22 Dec '22 Jan '23 Feb '23 Mar '23 April '23 May '23 Hired Resigned/Term/Retired Transferred/Promoted April – Retire 0; Resigned 1; Terminated 0 1|Page Page 240

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES CY Hired, Resigned, Promoted 80 70 67 61 60 57 49 50 44 42 41 40 33 32 30 22 20 20 15 14 9 10 5 0 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Hired Terminated, Resigned, Retired Transferred or Pormoted Five year Full-Time vs Part-Time Employees 450 400 36 27 31 24 350 28 300 250 200 389 359 367 373 346 150 100 50 0 Mar '19 Mar '20 Mar '21 Mar '22 May '23 Full-Time Part-Time -Numbers do not reflect, temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee or council members 2|Page Page 241

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES EEOC Demographics 450 400 350 82 88 94 77 80 300 250 200 150 294 308 312 315 303 100 50 0 Mar '19 Mar '20 Mar '21 Mar '22 April '23 Caucasian Minority Position Hired: 1 Passport Clerk, 1 Library Clerk, 1 Streets MEO, 2 Customer Service Clerk, 1 Records Unit Supervisor, 1 Utility MEO Transferred/Promoted: 5 Position Terminated/Resigned/Retired/Other: 1 Terminal Leave: N/A 3|Page Page 242

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES Open or Currently Recruiting* Open or Currently Recruiting by Dept. May 2023 Electric: 1 Public Works: 1 Police: 2 Water Wastewater: 2 Parks & Recreation: 2 Information Technology: 1 Library: 1 Inspections: 1 City Clerk: 1 Customer Service: 1 Electric: 1 Fire: 1 Streets/Sanitation: 3 Totals:18 *Not used for Budgeting Purposes Turnover Statistics 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Total Turnover % 11.00 10.91 6.02 12.05 8.68 15.36 10.33 9.66 13.96 9.69 15.93 3.6 Termination Turnover % 0.29 1.47 0.57 0.28 0.54 1.92 1.36 0.54 1.42 .25 1.62 0.87 Resignation Turnover % 5.21 5.01 2.29 7.56 6.24 7.41 5.98 6.17 7.98 7.14 9.01 2.27 Retirement Turnover % 5.50 4.42 3.15 4.20 1.90 4.39 2.45 2.68 4.27 2.29 1.15 0.44 Other - - - - - 1.65 0.54 0.27 0.28 .25 .23 0.0 2012 Healthcare cost sharing implemented 2013 Healthcare cost sharing implemented for DOE 2016 RIF in Economic Development; 2018 RIF in Electric *1 Voluntary Term for the Month of March* 4|Page Page 243

Item #23. HUMAN RESOURCES Average Employees 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 Total Number of Employees Separating 38 37 21 42 32 56 38 36 49 38 48 14 from Service Average Number of 333 325 331 333 340 337 340 346 **355 370 405 435 Full-time Employees Average Number of 25 23 12 14 18 24 28 28 28 26 28 32 Part-time Employees * Healthcare cost sharing implemented **Updated Worker’s Compensation March May Category 2022 2023 Monthly Workers Comp. Injuries 0 3 Workers Compensation Cost May 2023 $3,352 $1,852 Department $7,609 $320 Total Cost (In thousands) = $13065.75 5|Page Page 244

Item #23. Information Technology Department May 2023 Report Larry Josefowski, Director Network Security (Internal) We continue to replace network switches after hours and have two from this year’s funding to replace. Plans to replace were pushed off to May due to other off-hour needs. Network Security (External): We continue to use a variety of tools to monitor network vulnerabilities and have remediated all but vendor-provided issues. Contact with the vendors on these continue but are of a minor nature – an example of one is source code that gives out the version of the software on the website. Phone System: The deployment of the new cloud-based system has started, with the Schutte Park complex being cut over at the end of the month. The rest should be completed during the month of May. Tyler/Munis: Work with Tyler continues, but several upgrades are on hold as we wait for higher level support from Tyler to help resolve problems in the upgrade process. Audio/Visual: We are working with the City Clerk and City Planner Offices to try to improve the quality of video conferences. Some of this is reviewing existing processes, some at reviewing configuration and capabilities of equipment, as well as considering system improvements for remote participation. Other: The State of Delaware’s Local Cybersecurity Grant Focus Group, of which we are a member, completed the grant application process for federal dollars for cybersecurity assistance for all communities in Delaware. Part of this will likely allow for some additional security tools, some resources to help ensure existing tools are used effectively, or, it is hoped, money for existing our upgraded tools. We lost a technician to Delaware Technical Community College. We advertised a replacement and conducted interviews. An offer letter was extended by the end of the month. Our Del-Tech intern finished up and graduated from college during the month. He interviewed for the vacant position. Metrics: This month’s highlighted metrics: The first indicates the number of incidents. While down, it is likely that it is a result of being busier with the departure of one of our technicians. When busier, it is more difficult to find the time to enter tickets in, unless clients put them in themselves. We’ve asked all employees to take the time to try to capture all the work that is being done. The second chart reflects the time to close, and while it partially reflects a decrease in staff and some tickets that were resolved but not closed, I believe it reflects how we were using the tool. We had a fair number of tickets that were in a “waiting” status with the assumption that the aging stopped. It doesn’t, so the uptick in time reflects this. The Data Loss Prevention is a measure of how many emails that contained information like social security numbers, bank account information, or similar data were blocked from being emailed. Finally, the Cowbell score shows a slight increase in or score. This reflects a broad range of metrics – some internal, some external on how well we are doing. In general, we are doing very well against similar entities. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - 1 Page 245

Item #23. # of Tickets/Incidents Time to close incidents 140 9d0h 8d0h 120 7d0h 100 6d0h 80 5d0h 60 4d0h 3d0h 40 2d0h 20 1d0h 0 0d0h Data Loss Prevention Cowbell (Insurance Vendor) Score PII emails blocked 16 75% 14 70% 12 10 65% 8 6 60% 4 55% 2 0 50% INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY - 2 Page 246

Reference Transactions May 2023 Item #23. Adults 1,066 Teens 56 Children 248 0 250 500 750 1000 1250 1500 1750 2000 * Electronic Materials include Overdrive & Hoopla starting July 2022 Circulation May '23 FYTD '23 May '22 FYTD '22 Dover Residents 9,543 112,127 9,509 120,808 * Electronic Materials 4,668 48,384 3,633 39,441 Kent Residents Total - 7,738 80,533 5,932 67,565 ~Harrington 36 29 ~Milford 20 23 ~Smyrna 423 415 ~Unincorporated Kent Co. 7,259 5,465 Non-County Residents 1,087 13,035 1,029 11,640 New Registrations Dover Residents 192 2,550 127 2,016 Kent Residents Total - 113 1,234 67 813 ~Harrington 1 0 ~Milford 0 0 ~Smyrna 4 0 ~Unincorporated Kent Co. 108 67 Non-County Residents 1 53 6 46 Registered Library Users as of 05/31/23 Registered Library Users as of 05/31/22 City of Dover Residents 17,103 City of Dover Residents 17,984 Kent County Residents 6,982 Kent Co. Residents 6,298 Sussex County Residents 260 Sussex Co. Residents 250 New Castle Co. Residents 330 New Castle Co. Residents 348 Out of State 20 Other 21 TOTAL 24,695 24,901 Other Visitors 20,531 159,161 10,325 126,655 *Visitors - Curbside Pick-up 0 0 0 0 Meeting Room Attendance 4,438 24,586 938 18,265 Number of Photocopy Jobs 399 3,800 415 3,840 Number of Computer Print Jobs 2,905 29,083 2,376 24,474 Number of Computer Users 1,626 17,304 1,144 13,503 Number of Wireless Computer Users 1,510 16,317 1,240 10,655 Inter/Intralibrary - Loaned 39 42 Inter/Intralibrary - Borrowed 108 68 Holds Sent 2,642 2,502 Holds Received 1,984 1,741 TOTAL 4,773 54,171 4,353 52,560 Tech Services/Items Added 1,623 1,158 Tech Services/Items Deleted 940 1,395 Passport Services/Customers 258 2,665 217 2,122 Passport Services/Revenue $9,952 $116,285 $9,332 $87,480 Monthly Highlights ►332 attended / viewed 48 programs for adults. ►260 attended / viewed 19 program for teens. ►970 attended / viewed 32 programs for children. ► 0 volunteers. * Estimated Figure Page 247

Item #23. Parks & Recreation Monthly Report - May 2023 Parks & RecreaƟon Highlights  Five Park Projects Update Dover Park Building & Spray Pad groundbreaking ceremony is being schedule for June 2023!! SchuƩe Park Dog Park ground, pathway and fencing prep work has begun. We an cipate an official Ribbon Cu ng for July 2023. Skate Park Mr. Eaton met with a group of local skateboarders and worked out an agreement to use the former Dover Post Office site as a temporary skate area un l the planned project is complete. They are going to raise funds for their project. They have agreed to do their part to ensure skaters maintain the area and use appropriately. Mr. Eaton will be placing a porta john and signage approved by the city’s insurance provider. All Accessible Playground for Dover Park will follow the building and spray construc on. This will be a FY25 project.  Bike to Work Month was marked with our annual Bike to Work Day. Partnering with our DelDOT cycling friends, the KCMPO and Commute Solu ons we hosted about 20 riders. Senator Eric Buckson joined Mayor Chris ansen in welcoming our work day cyclists. The Ride of Silence hosted approximately 35 riders this year. A big thank you to Dover Police Department and Kent County EMS for ensuring a safe ride. Outdoor Sports & Leagues Recreation Revenue Breakdown ParƟcipant & Spectator Count AcƟvity ParƟcipants Spectators LocaƟon Youth Soccer League 1,980 3,340 Schu e Park Healthy Kids Running 860 400 Schu e Park Church League So ball 860 1,400 Schu e Park Senior Mens So ball 550 1,200 Schu e Park May 2023 May 2022 General Recrea on $986 General Recrea on 5,785.00 Camps $11,310 Trips 240.00 Leagues $2,590 Camps 6,980.00 Sports $225.00 Leagues 3,110.00 Park Permits/Rentals $1,150.00 Bldg./Field/Pavilions 250.00 Parks & RecreaƟon May FYTD FYTD May 22 Programs 23 23 22 General Recrea on 275 2, 557 76 854 Open Gym 181 1,694 163 2,024 Sports 701 2,388 698 1,504 Leagues 1,567 20,977 1,291 26,537 Bldg., Facility & Park 63 131 n/a n/a Permits Page 248

Item #23. Grounds Monthly Report May-23 Arborist Crew: Arborist Crew - Trimmed street trees Tree Work Completed - Clearing woods line Schutte Park Tree's Trimmed 60 Tree's Removed 45 Beautification Crew: Root Pruning 0 - Planted Annual Beds. Stumps Removed 8 - Watering and weeding is on schedule. Trees Planted 3 - Planted new memorial flower bed. Mowing Crew: - Mowing routes are on schedule. - General clean up of mowing locations. Litter Removal: - Litter is being picked up on city property as per the weekly schedule. - Litter person has been diligent in the reporting of destruction in City parks. - 490 Total 90 gallon cans collected. - Removed 4 Shopping Carts. Parks Crew: - Completed Parks Route Daily. - Prepped softball fields. - Prepped soccer field. - Started working on dog park at Schutte Park. - Set up stage for multiple events on The Green and Legislative Mall. Miscellaneous: - Installed memorial plaque at new flower bed. - Provided trash cans / clean up for special events. - Help with Silver Lake clean up day with Chesapeake Utilities volunteers. Page 249

Item #23. Trees Trimmed 150 100 50 0 Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec 2021 2022 2023 Trees Removed 50 40 30 20 10 0 Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec 2021 2022 2023 90 Gallon Litter Cans Collected 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0 Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec 2021 2022 2023 Page 250

Item #23. DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS May 2023 MONTHLY REPORT GIS GIS PROJECT HOURS Create Data Requests Printing Technical Support Updates Configure Training 2% 10% 41% 28% 10% 2% 7% GIS PROJECT HOURS Other City-Wide DWW DPW Tax Mayor IT Cust. Service Dover PD City Manager City Clerk Planning & Insp. Library Parks & Rec Electric 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 GIS Project Hours Page 251

Item #23. SANITATION MONTHLY REFUSE (TONS) Bulk Rear Automated 943.45 932.49 919.01 879.47 865.91 885.75 846.3 828.39 843.85 798.79 830.2 816.65 804.09 129.76 155.48 116.32 113.92 134.19 113.94 121.09 95.93 91.5 85.64 147.1 60.86 162.61 156.68 128.4 135.88 146.31 127.28 71 175.41 133.5 60 108.22 104.93 98.65 80.2 MAY 22 JUNE 22 JULY 22 AUG 22 SEPT 22 OCT 22 NOV 22 DEC 22 JAN 23 FEB 23 MAR 23 APRIL 23 MAY 23 SANITATION HOURS 700 590 600 523 500 422.5 396 400 376.5 345 348 300 200 129 100 0 Bulk Automated Hand Trash Yard Waste May 2022 May 2023 SANITATION May 23 FYTD 23 May 22 FYTD 22 Trips to DSWA Sandtown Landfill 220 2,214 193 1,874 Total Tonnage to DSWA 1,221.84 11,697.01 1165.9 12,514.31 90-gallon Containers Delivered 29 575 24 331 300-gallon Containers Delivered 0 10 1 6 Total Man Hours Containers Delivered 25 238 8 183 CURBSIDE RECYCLING TOTAL CANS COLLECTED TOTAL ACCOUNTS WEIGHT (LBS) AVE. WEIGHT (LBS) May 2023 21,641 10,056 253,480 11.7 Page 252

Item #23. STREETS / STORMWATER MONTHLY STREET SWEEPING & LEAF COLLECTION Sweeper Waste (cu.yd.) Street Sweeping (miles) Leaf Collection (miles) Leaf Debris (cu.yd.) 6322 133.5 0 0 0 1630 1208 122 0 1570 0 1783 0 0 1914 970 0 0 0 5851085 78.5 0 135 3177 470 2 92 122 12 1528 1201 1765 239 MAY JUNE 3279 0 Leaf Debris (cu.yd.) 4715.5 144 674 0 JULY 555 1234 22 22 AUG 132 1220 Leaf Collection (miles) 22 SEPT 817 OCT 102 Street Sweeping (miles) 5 22 22 NOV 12.5 31 22 DEC JAN 86 22 FEB Sweeper Waste (cu.yd.) 22 23 MAR 23 APR 23 MAY 23 23 STREETS / STORMWATER May 23 FYTD 23 May 22 FYTD 22 Signs Installed 9 59 7 75 Signs Repaired 13 150 23 237 Curbs Painted Yellow (ft) 6,364 14,798 4,448 18,649 New Posts Installed 8 104 5 78 Storm Catch Basins Repaired 0 16 2 15 Storm Catch Basin Repairs (hrs) 0 60.5 24 95.5 Storm Catch Basins Cleaned (l.f.) 0 3 0 19 Storm Catch Basin Cleaning (hrs) 0 4.25 4.25 16.25 Hot Mix Patching (tons) 0 36.25 0 31.37 Hot Mix Patching (hrs) 0 90.5 0 42.5 Cold Mix Patching (hrs) 5.75 137.75 19.75 96.75 Concrete Work (hrs) 22.5 439 4 342.5 Concrete Patching (cu.yd.) 6.5 72.53 0 71.9 Ditch Work (hrs) 0 8 0 94 Street and Alley Maintenance (hrs) 1.7 36.7 11.75 36.75 Street Sweeping (miles) 1201 7,992.5 1,208 1,218.04 Street Sweeping (cu.yd.) 86 966.5 78.5 5,541.5 Leaf Collection (miles) 47 5,287 0 9,225 Leaves Collected (cu.yd.) 15.5 8,670 0 12,864.5 Page 253

Item #23. CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF WATER & WASTEWATER MONTHLY REPORT May-23 Inflow & Infiltration Costs $200,000.00 This chart indicates the amount of money the City is spending on treating ground and / or rain water through Kent County. This cost is being offset by the Ground Water Inflow Adjustment rate passed on to the $150,000.00 customers. The July and September flow is showing as a negative cost due to the timing of the Kent County reporting vs the timing of the City billing. $100,000.00 $50,000.00 $- 1-May 1-Jun 1-Jul 1-Aug 1-Sep 1-Oct 1-Nov 1-Dec 1-Jan 1-Feb 1-Mar 1-Apr 1-May $(50,000.00) I & I Cost Water & Wastewater Repairs Water mains and services are typically repaired at a higher rate 5 when drastic change in temperature occurs. This freeze and thaw cycle expands and contracts the soil, causing cracks in the water line. This was evident in the month of January 2022, 6 4 water main breaks. January of 2023 was milder by coparison, leading to less breaks. 3 2 1 0 1-May 1-Jun 1-Jul 1-Aug 1-Sep 1-Oct 1-Nov 1-Dec 1-Jan 1-Feb 1-Mar 1-Apr 1-May Water Mains Repaired Water Services Repaired Wastewater Mains Repaired Wastewater Laterals Repaired Number of Brown Water Complaints 20 This chart indicates the number of complaints the Department receives. 18 October and April on this chart are 16 high due to the flushing operation. 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 1-May 1-Jun 1-Jul 1-Aug 1-Sep 1-Oct 1-Nov 1-Dec 1-Jan 1-Feb 1-Mar 1-Apr 1-May Number of Brown Water Complaints Linear (Number of Brown Water Complaints) Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Activities Sending all staff to Unconscious Bias training – this will provide some enlightenment to staff members on the pitfalls of bias. We are sending office staff out to meet with field staff to collaborate on current operational and future capital projects to gather insight from all team members Two (2) staff members have joined the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion committee. This will hopefully open up some ideas from other City team members on what they are trying to accomplish. Attended June meeting and participated with entire committee. A Department wide picnic occurred on September 30, 2021. The team was able to come together and talk about the vision of the Department and where we want to go. An emphasis was provided to the team to provide any and all ideas to grow the Department. A Department wide event was held on May 2, 2022 to celebrate National Drinking Water Week. A State of the Department is scheduled for late July / early August to bring team together. One on one sessions with all team members and the Director to solicit any ideas and / or improvements for the Department has been initiated and conversations have been promising. Encouraged and provided all staff the ability to participate in the DEI survey to understand the needs and desires of City staff. 90 % of the team attending the "Together We Succeed" cookout Emergency Exercise including three (3) different divisions, requested feedback and input during event Team members attended a Coffee & Conversation meeting at the Pitts Center Team participated in the DE&I December, February and April initiatives, with pushing out content to staff Team participated in the DE&I Mid Day Munchies Event Team held an inclusive event for Drinking Water Week, team building exercise with lunch and games. Participated at Council for Proclamation Page 254

Item #24. City Planner’s Monthly Report Department of Planning & Inspections MAY 2023 Planning & Inspections Highlights Some Items to Call to Your Attention Inspections Mike McGregor – Building Inspector who worked for the City of Dover for 23 years of dedicated and outstanding service, retired on May 19, 2023. Mike will be missed. Given that Mike kindly gave many months notice of his retirement, we were able to post his position early and we were most fortunate in that we were able to fill his position from within, Michael Bailey, Code Enforcement Inspec- tor, who has a background in the home building industry. Mike was able to train Michael before his retirement which made for a seamless transition. Planning Staff was involved with the review of 103 Building Permits and 25 Certificates of Occupancy permits that were issued for a monthly total of 128 and a year-to-date to- tal of 446. This tally amount is trending higher than the last few years when compared to year-to- date 2022 total of 401 Permits and COs and year-to-date 2021 total of 315 Permits and COs. In March the Inspections and Permitting Division conducted 528 building inspections and on-site meetings; conducted 539 plumbing/mechanical inspections and issued 25 Certificates of Occupancy, compared to last year at this time of 203 building inspections, 290 plumbing/mechanical inspections and 8 Certificates of Occupancy. In May 2023, Residential Building Permits were issued for four (4) duplex units and two (2) single family detached dwellings. Temporary Certificates of Occupancy were issued to four (4) single family detached dwellings and one duplex unit. Certificates of Occupancy were issued to ten (10) single family detached dwellings, three (3) duplex Units, and one (1) single family detached house in the Downtown Development District. Building Permits activities included permits for canopy renovations at Hardee’s on Bay Road; office renovations at Bayhealth Medical Center; tenant space renovations at 516 Jefferic Boulevard; reno- vations to the Union Wholesale Warehouse on Horsepond Road, a tenant fit-out for Sola Salons at 192 John Hunn Brown Road; a tenant fit-out for the Nest Play Café in the Shoppes at the Hamlet; and renovations to Sweet Perks Too at Bally’s; and other renovation projects. The Fire Marshal’s Office Staff investigated six (6) fire incidents including a major loss at 428 North DuPont Highway. Staff is working with the Dover Police Department on several criminal fires. Staff is finishing up Annual Fire and Life Safety Inspections at churches and will being apartments/ clubhouses next. The Code Enforcement Division was busy this month with growing grass whereby 330 tall grass viola- tions were issued for a year-to-date total of 723 tall grass violations. Other statistics from the Code Enforcement team include: 149 no valid rental permit violations; 6 abandoned vehicle violations, 30 annual housing inspections; 42 property maintenance violations; 56 Code violations and 13 danger- ous buildings. There are 7,748 active rental dwellings in the City of Dover. Page 255

Item #24. PROGRESS IN PICTURES Macy’s Omni Service Center 1365 N DuPont Highway Union Wholesale Warehouse on Horsepond Road 640 S. State Street —SIM Lab 2nd Floor 640 S. State St. KGH - Pre-Post Operative Page 256

Item #24. PROGRESS IN PICTURES 49 S. Kirkwood Street 101 Revolutionary NCALL Blvd-Patriot Village 13 S. New Street Habitat for Humanity 239 Tea Party Trail Patriot Village 546 Ruth Way, Eden Hill Farm TND—by Chatham Bay 602 Ruth Way, Eden Hill Farm TND—by Chatham Bay 704 Ruth Way, Ashburn Homes – Eden Hill Farm TND 548 Ruth Way, Chatham Bay – Eden Hill Farm Page 257

Item #24. PROGESS IN PICTURES 702 Ruth Way, Eden Hill Farm TND 511, 513, 515 Little Eden Way, Eden Hill, Farm TND by DR HORTON Page 258

Item #24. Planning & Inspections Revenue FY2023 Revenue Estimates for FY2022 Actual Revenue Stream Budget (YTD) May % of Budget Business License $1,450,000 $1,455,279 100% Manufactured Home License $16,000 $13,025 81% Building Permits $550,000 $710,484 129% Cert. of Occupancy $8,000 $17,215 215% Public Occupancy $45,000 $41,756 93% Lodging House $14,000 $28,170 201% Plumbing/Heating/Air $80,000 $120,575 151% Rental Inspection Fee $410,000 $726,331 177% Miscellaneous $20,000 $18,471 92% Fire Protection Fees $70,000 $96,988 139% Code Enforcement Fines $60,000 $99,450 166% Vacant Building Reg. $70,000 $33,700 48% Total P&I Revenue $2,793,000 $3,361,444 120% Department Operations— Planning Office The Meetings of the Boards and Commission supported by the Planning Office are presented in the Hybrid format with both In-Person and Virtual (using WebEx) meeting options for participation. Electronic communications and conducting Meetings and Trainings in virtual formats are commonplace due to realized effi- ciencies. Inspections Mike McGregor – Building Inspector who worked for the City of Dover for 23 years retired on May 19, 2023. PLANNING OFFICE—Permit Reviews The Planning Office is part of the review process for certain types of construction activity permits (Building Permits, Sign Permits, etc.) and Certificate of Occupancy permits in order to confirm compliance with the Zoning Ordinance provisions. For May 2023, Planning Staff was involved with the review of 103 Building Permits and 25 Certificates of Occupancy permits that were issued for a monthly total of 128 and a year-to- date total of 446. This tally amount is trending higher than the last few years when compared to a year-to- date 2022 total of 401 Permits and COs and year-to-date 2021 total of 315 Permits and COs. Staff also re- views new applications for Business Licenses and Rental Dwelling Permits. MAY 2023 (FY23) TOTAL FOR FY23 New Home Permits Issued 6 95 Value of Commercial Projects $4,659,368.00 $51,206,402.00 Downtown Incentives (Fees Waived) $0.00 $27,559.50 Page 259

Item #24. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN IMPLEMENTATION 2019 Comprehensive Plan Implementation of the 2019 Comprehensive Plan continues as Departments citywide focus on the plan im- plementation items as found in Implementation Plan (Chapter 15) items such as the projects, studies, code amendments, and other activities. A copy of the Final Plan (as amended) is available on the Comprehensive Plan website: https://www.cityofdover.com/2019-comprehensive-plan Visit the Dover Parcel and Zoning Viewer on the City’s website to see zoning information for properties located in Dover. Use the Quick Link on the main page www.cityofdover.com . Other Activities • DAFB Compatible Use Study: City Planning Staff is part of the Technical Committee for the DAFB Com- patible Use Study. As part of a Department of Defense program initiative, DelDOT is leading this study of uses in a Study Area of a 5-miles radius of the Dover Air Force Base. Consultant assistance for the Study includes the University of Delaware – Institute for Public Administration and Century Engineering. The final edits were underway for the Final Study Report; it is expected to be issued in June. See the project website for more information on activities: https://deldot.gov/projects/Studies/dafb/ • Downtown Dover Strategic Master Plan: The Downtown Dover Partnership’s Strategic Master Plan is known as “Transforming Downtown Dover: Capital City 2030” (January 2023). Various partners are digesting the Plan to focus on its implementation. The Planning Office Staff Working Group continues to meet to review the plan recommendations related to land use and zoning activities and plan implemen- tation for potential ordinance and policy changes. See the project webpage for more information on activities and the Final Plan: https://www.downtowndoverpartnership.com/ddp/Downtown-Dover- Strategic-Master-Plan/ CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES • In May 2023, Residential Building Permits were issued for four (4) Duplex units at Eden Hill Farm TND – Residential District (Phase 1 – Chatham Bay) and two (2) single family detached dwellings in Patriot Vil- lage, Phase III area. • Temporary Certificates of Occupancy were issued to four (4) single family detached dwellings and one Duplex unit in Eden Hill Farm TND. Certificates of Occupancy were issued to three (3) single family de- tached dwellings at Patriot Village; seven (7) single family detached dwellings on Ruth Way (Phase 1 – Chatham Bay), three (3) Townhouse Units (by D.R. Horton) on Little Eden Way and three (3) Duplex Unit (by Ashburn Homes) on Ruth Way in Eden Hill Farm TND; and one (1) single family detached house in the Downtown Development District. • Building Permits activities included permits for canopy renovations at Hardee’s on Bay Road; office ren- ovations at Bayhealth Medical Center; tenant space renovations at 516 Jefferic Boulevard; renovations to the Union Wholesale Warehouse on Horsepond Road, a tenant fit-out for Sola Salons at 192 John Hunn Brown Road; a tenant fit-out for the Nest Play Café in the Shoppes at the Hamlet; and renova- tions to Sweet Perks Too at Bally’s; and other renovation projects. • Certificates of Occupancy were issued for the Union Wholesale Warehouse at 679 Horsepond Road (S- 20-09) and several renovation project at Bayhealth Medical Center. Page 260

Item #24. BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTIVITY The May Meetings of the Boards and Commissions supported by the Planning Office were held in the Hy- brid Format with the In-Person Meeting and a Virtual Meeting option using the WebEx telephone/video conferencing platform. The Planning Commission Meeting of May 15, 2023 included consideration of an extension request and one Site Plan application. The Historic District Commission met on May 18, 2023. The Board of Adjustment did not meet in May due to lack of agenda items. Board of Adjustment: The Board of Adjustment did not meet on May 17, 2023. The next Board of Ad- justment meeting is scheduled for June 21, 2023. Historic District Commission: The Historic District Commission met on May 18, 2023 to review Refer- ral of Fence Permit #23-781 for a replacement fence at 147 S. New Street. The next Historic District Com- mission meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2023. Planning Commission: The Planning Commission met on May 15, 2023 to consider one extension re- quest and a new application. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for June 20, 2023. The following application was considered: • C-21-04 Bay Pointe Apartments (One Building Concept) at 1080 and 1106 Bay Road - The Planning Commission granted a Request for a One Year Extension of the Planning Commission Approval on May 17, 2021 for a Conditional Use Site Plan Application and associated Lot Consolidation Plan to permit the construction of one Multiple Dwelling-Unit (Apartment) Building as a three-story 54,105 SF building with 54 apartment units and associated site improvements. The proposed Apartment building requires Conditional Use review in the C-4 zoning district. The three existing lots to be consolidated total 3.302 +/- acres and are zoned C-4 (Highway Commercial Zone). The property is located on the southwest side of Bay Road at the intersection with Lafferty Lane. • S-23-10 Parking Lot of Landing Square at 560 and 600 Bay Road: Revised Phase 3A - The Planning Commission granted conditional approval of a Site Development Plan for development of a 99-space parking lot area and associated site improvements instead of a previously proposed 6,400 SF restaurant for Phase 3A of the Landing Square development. The subject area is 1.02 acres+/- of the Lot 2 parcel consisting of 4.6493 acres +/- fronting on Bay Road in the northern portion of the site. The property is located on the west side of Bay Road north of its intersection with Blue Hen Boulevard and the Bay Court Plaza entrance drive. The property is zoned C-4 (Highway Commercial Zone). Page 261

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Item #24. CDBG FY21 Projects • Homeownership Assistance Program CDBG funds will be used to provide homeownership assistance to first-time homebuyers who purchase affordable housing in the City of Dover. Six (6) families have purchased homes and one (1) family is scheduled to close next month. • Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing (DIMH) CDBG funds will be used to provide operations cost for the shelter. DIMH has purchased a building for its new shelter location that will be renovated with CDBG funds. The project is underway. • Central Delaware Housing Collaborative CDBG funds will be used to provide operations cost for a women’s shelter. This project is underway. • Milford Housing Homeowner Rehabilitation/Emergency Home Repair Pro- grams CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate existing owner-occupied housing in the City that is in violation of the City’s Housing Code and complete emergency home repairs to elimi- nate housing conditions that threaten the health and safety of low-income homeowners. Emergency Home Repairs have been completed on eight (8) owner occupied homes and two (2) single family homes have been renovated. • American Rescue Act (ARPA) Funding City Council approved to award a little over $1.8 million in grant funding for Housing and Community Service projects. All projects are underway. Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing has expended $50,000 in ARPA funding providing motel vouchers and rental as- sistance in response to those persons affected by Covid-19 and the Department of Health and Social Services has spent 87% of their grant award by providing motel vouch- ers and utility payment assistance in response to persons affected by Covid-19. A little over $1.2 million or 65% of funds have been spent on Round 1 of ARPA funding year to date. Page 262

Item #24. CODE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITY Dangerous Buildings, Vacant Buildings & Demolitions  Vacant Buildings currently registered - 144  Dangerous Buildings – 70  Active Rental Dwellings – 7,748 Page 263

Building Inspections & Licensing Summary Item #24. April 2022— July 2022– Current June 2023 MAY 2022 June 2023 PERMITTING AND LICENSING Permits Issued MAY (2023) MAY (2022) FY 23 FYTD 23 FY22 FYTD 22 Administrative Permit 6 62 3 44 Building Addition/Renovation Permits 47 330 70 371 Building Permits 24 242 27 264 Demolition Permits 5 24 1 20 Fence Permits 35 278 39 185 Fire Prevention Permits 10 70 1 62 Mechanical Permits 154 492 27 438 Plumbing Permits 140 537 37 315 Sign Permits 11 94 10 142 Swimming Pool Permits 2 15 2 10 Subtotal 2144 1851 Business Licenses 41 1886 27 1853 Merchant Licenses 2 330 2 342 Contractor Licenses 37 1266 31 1250 Subtotal 3482 3445 Lodging House Licenses 1 48 0 58 Public Occupancy 16 489 18 480 Rental Dwelling 63 2977 42 2997 Subtotal 3514 3535 Manufactured Homes 1 283 3 292 BUILDING INSPECTIONS Inspections MAY (2023) MAY (2022) FY 23 FYTD 23 FY22 FYTD 22 Building (Inspections/CBI/Site Meetings) 528 3934 203 3190 Plumbing/Mechanical 539 4505 290 3362 Certificate of Occupancy 25 196 8 79 Page 264

Item #24. Fire Marshal’s Office—At a Glance MAY 2023 The Fire Marshal’s Office staff investigated 6 fire incidents dur- ing the month of May including a major loss at 428 N DuPont Hwy. Staff is working with DPD on several criminal fires. Staff is finishing up Annual Fire and Life Safety Inspections at churches and will begin apartments/clubhouses next. Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date Annual Fire & Life Safety Inspections 40 360 309 Deficiencies From the Above Inspections 186 1,234 505 Fire Code Violations/Deficiencies/ 30 291 348 C/O & Fire Equipment Acceptance Tests 3 121 123 Meetings & Walk Through 15 195 201 Fire Plan Review & DAC 9 119 104 Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date Accidental 1 totaling $20,000 33 totaling $1,248,601 29 totaling $331,703 Undetermined 2 totaling $510,000 12 totaling $800,002 13 totaling $1,042,502 Incendiary 3 totaling $15,501 8 totaling $4,086,003 6 totaling $27,702 Arrest Made with DPD 1 3 1 Investigation Time 26 219 hours 138 hours Injuries 0 1 13 Deaths 0 0 1 Page 265

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Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 CITY OF DOVER ACTIVITY REPORTS May 2023 FINANCE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY LEVELS FY22 YTD FY23 YTD BANK TRENDS Number of Deposits Made (Hand, ACH & Wire, Lockbox) 5,776 5,870 Total Amount of All Deposits $ 168,712,115 $ 186,885,395 Other Activity Number of Pay Periods 24 24 Number of Direct Deposits Issued 9,927 9,795 Number of Pension Checks Issued 2,956 2,894 Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 5,091,207 $ 5,056,618 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Number of Check Vouchers 5,564 5,330 Number of EFT Vouchers 2,894 3,656 Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 73,814,070 $ 96,821,700 $74,133 FY22 YTD Wages FY23 YTD Wages $80,109 $1,168,495 $221,8 $98,936 $91,069 $381,628 83 $868,164 $740,766 $798,317 $1,483,895 $1,622,784 $1,781,448 $1,667,054 $17,099,429 $18,118,111 Regular Regular All over time All over time Vacation Vacation Sick Sick Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout Terminal Leave - Retiree Vacation/Sick Payout Personal Personal Other Comp Time Other Comp Time Page 3 Page 268

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 City of Dover General Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Property & Transfer Taxes $ 17,625,000 $ 18,401,300 $ 18,288,810 99% Program Revenues 10,329,400 11,324,700 11,817,194 104% Utility Transfers 10,000,000 10,000,000 9,166,652 92% Grants 1,051,000 1,319,600 582,182 44% Interfund Services 6,181,400 6,181,400 4,826,416 78% All Other 1 820,000 1,138,200 950,286 83% $ 46,006,800 $ 48,365,200 $ 45,631,540 94% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Program Expenses $ 31,054,300 $ 31,622,100 $ 26,226,594 83% Interfund Services 11,588,500 11,904,500 9,969,134 84% Debt Service 630,000 630,000 576,595 92% Post Retirement Benefits 2,328,500 2,328,500 2,134,451 92% Pension Fund Contributions 1,000,000 1,000,000 750,000 75% Capital Project Transfers 3,536,500 3,554,600 2,652,375 75% All Other 2 2,210,400 1,840,300 1,367,848 74% $ 52,348,200 $ 52,880,000 $ 43,676,998 83% 1 Includes Cable Franchise Revenue, Miscellaneous Receipts, Garrison Farm Rent, Sales of Assets, Fund Invest Manager Cost. 2 Includes Bank and CC Fees, Street Lights Expense, DDP Contribution, Trf to Cable Franchise Reserve, Trf to Electric I & E, and Trf to Electric Revenue Fund, Trf to Uncollectible Reserve and Misc. Grant Expense. Page 4 Page 269

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 General Fund Revenues $20,000,000 $18,000,000 $16,000,000 $14,000,000 $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000 $- Property & Transfer Taxes Program Revenues Utility Transfers Grants Interfund Services All Other 1 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual General Fund Expenditures $35,000,000 $30,000,000 $25,000,000 $20,000,000 $15,000,000 $10,000,000 $5,000,000 $- Program Expenses Interfund Services Debt Service Post Retirement Benefits Pension Fund Contributions Capital Project Transfers All Other 2 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Page 5 Page 270

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 City of Dover Water Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Customer Sales $ 6,500,000 $ 6,650,000 $ 6,110,789 92% Impact Fees 220,000 300,000 344,616 115% Rents 425,400 425,400 399,756 94% Miscellaneous 1 59,600 193,700 239,790 124% $ 7,205,000 $ 7,569,100 $ 7,094,952 94% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Program Expenses $ 3,228,600 $ 3,469,000 $ 2,800,029 81% Interfund Services 1,096,400 1,096,400 868,593 79% Debt Service 692,000 778,000 747,733 96% Post Retirement Benefits 207,400 207,400 190,113 92% Capital Project Transfers 920,700 920,700 690,525 75% Electric I&E Fund Transfer 25,000 25,000 25,000 100% General Fund Transfer 1,000,000 1,000,000 916,663 92% All Other 2 72,000 28,000 23,753 85% $ 7,242,100 $ 7,524,500 $ 6,262,409 83% 1 Includes Penalties, Income from Sale of Assets, Miscellaneous Income, and Reconnect Fees. 2 Includes Bank & CC Fees. Page 6 Page 271

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Water Revenues $7,000,000 $6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $- Customer Sales Impact Fees Rents Miscellaneous 1 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Water Expenditures $4,000,000 $3,500,000 $3,000,000 $2,500,000 $2,000,000 $1,500,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 $- Program Expenses Interfund Services Debt Service Post Retirement Benefits Capital Project Transfers Electric I&E Fund Transfer General Fund Transfer All Other 2 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Page 272 Page 7

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 City of Dover Wastewater Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Customer Sales $ 9,922,700 $ 9,922,700 $ 8,891,426 90% Impact Fees 180,000 280,000 311,811 111% Miscellaneous 1 4,200 161,000 196,091 122% $ 10,106,900 $ 10,363,700 $ 9,399,328 91% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Program Expenses $ 1,454,800 $ 1,591,100 $ 1,254,187 79% Kent County Treatment Fee 4,850,000 3,760,000 3,467,016 92% Interfund Services 841,600 841,600 657,311 78% Debt Service 715,000 650,000 637,888 98% Post Retirement Benefits 100,500 100,500 92,125 92% Capital Project Transfers 756,400 706,400 567,300 80% Electric I&E Transfer 25,000 25,000 25,000 100% General Fund Transfer 1,000,000 1,000,000 916,663 92% All Other 2 30,000 13,400 10,157 76% $ 9,773,300 $ 8,688,000 $ 7,627,647 88% 1 Includes Interest Income, Penalties, Loss on Disposal, and Miscellaneous Income. 2 Includes Bank & CC Fees and transfer to Impact Reserve. Page 8 Page 273

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Wastewater Revenues $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000 $- Customer Sales Impact Fees Miscellaneous 1 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Wastewater Expenditures $6,000,000 $5,000,000 $4,000,000 $3,000,000 $2,000,000 $1,000,000 $- Program Expenses Kent County Treatment Interfund Services Debt Service Post Retirement Capital Project Transfers Electric I&E Transfer General Fund Transfer All Other 2 Fee Benefits Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Page 9 Page 274

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 City of Dover Electric Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Customer Sales $ 82,505,800 $ 81,109,900 $ 70,995,427 88% Distribution of Earnings 21,840,000 16,440,000 16,465,555 100% All Other 1 10,892,000 9,554,400 8,853,820 93% $ 115,237,800 $ 107,104,300 $ 96,314,802 90% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Power Supply & Generation $ 86,970,700 $ 75,969,300 $ 56,465,939 74% Electric Operating Div. Exp. 7,919,700 8,116,900 6,760,488 83% Interfund Services 4,243,400 4,243,400 3,300,512 78% Debt Service 1,591,600 1,591,600 1,284,312 81% Post Retirement Benefits 911,000 911,000 835,076 92% Capital Project Transfers 6,435,200 4,826,400 4,826,400 100% General Fund Transfer 8,000,000 8,000,000 7,333,326 92% All Other 2 3,120,700 3,249,400 2,520,927 78% $ 119,192,300 $ 106,908,000 $ 83,326,980 78% 1 Includes Rental Revenue, Miscellaneous Service Revenue, Interest Earnings, Investment Management Fees, New Service Fees, Sale of Assets, Trf from Uncollectible Reserves, General Service Billing, Revenue from Rate Stabilization, Penalties, and Green Energy Charges. 2 Includes Utility Tax, Interest on Deposits, Bank & CC Fees, Bond Issuance Costs, Transfer to Uncollectible Reserve, and Green Energy. Megawatt Hours Sold & Purchased Budget Rev. Budget Actual Sales to Customers MWh (excl. Street Light MWh) 747,331 747,331 653,525 Sales per MWh $137.42 $128.32 $131.66 Purchased/Generated MWh 765,382- 765,382- 677,421- All In MWh Supply & Generation $113.57 $99.19 $83.31 Page 10 Page 275

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Electric Fund - Revenues Mi l lions $- $10 $20 $30 $40 $50 $60 $70 $80 $90 $100 $110 $120 $130 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Customer Sales Distribution of Earnings All Other 1 Electric Fund - Expenditures $95,000,000 $90,000,000 $85,000,000 $80,000,000 $75,000,000 $70,000,000 $65,000,000 $60,000,000 $55,000,000 $50,000,000 $45,000,000 $40,000,000 $35,000,000 $30,000,000 $25,000,000 $20,000,000 $15,000,000 $10,000,000 $5,000,000 $- Power Supply & Electric Operating Post Retirement Capital Project General Fund Interfund Services Debt Service All Other 2 Generation Div. Exp. Benefits Transfers Transfer Original Budget $86,970,700 7,919,700 4,243,400 1,591,600 911,000 6,435,200 8,000,000 3,120,700 Revised Budget $75,969,300 8,116,900 4,243,400 1,591,600 911,000 4,826,400 8,000,000 3,249,400 Actual $56,465,939 6,760,488 3,300,512 1,284,312 835,076 4,826,400 7,333,326 2,520,927 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Page 11 Page 276

Item #25. Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 City of Dover Division Expense Summary (General Fund) Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % General Fund Divisions % of Budget City Clerk $ 379,300 $ 385,800 $ 321,093 83% Council 256,800 256,800 194,527 76% Mayor Fire 724,000 741,200 700,754 95% Human Resources Grounds 1,611,100 1,637,000 1,330,791 81% Customer Services Library 1,916,500 1,957,800 1,635,101 84% Fleet Maintenance Recreation 1,341,300 1,367,700 1,115,343 82% Procurement & Inventory Life Safety 594,700 620,900 498,629 80% Code Enforcement 821,300 1,007,000 874,855 87% Engineering Planning 757,600 730,200 573,011 78% Facilities Management Public Inspections 758,200 789,900 685,549 87% Pub. Services Administration Police 19,206,200 19,512,800 16,211,006 83% Finance Police Extra Duty 405,000 405,000 577,801 143% Information Technology Streets 674,800 598,400 455,280 76% Sanitation 2,801,100 2,865,100 2,148,849 75% City Manager Stormwater 864,900 819,000 555,569 68% Stormwater City Manager 1,251,200 1,289,600 1,012,399 79% Sanitation Information Technology 832,700 848,400 746,517 88% Streets Finance 1,109,500 1,157,200 860,421 74% Police Extra Duty Pub. Services Administration 541,800 571,100 483,817 85% Police Facilities Management 844,200 861,900 724,415 84% Engineering 188,700 207,100 194,849 94% Public Inspections Procurement & Inventory 754,800 781,600 716,050 92% Planning Fleet Maintenance 941,100 1,024,000 866,977 85% Code Enforcement Customer Services 1,393,300 1,438,800 1,260,156 88% Life Safety Human Resources 488,300 477,800 346,674 73% Recreation Mayor 234,400 224,500 176,443 79% $ 41,692,800 $ 42,576,600 $ 35,266,875 83% Library Grounds Fire Council City Clerk 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 120% 140% 160% Page 12 Page 277

Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Item #25. City of Dover Utilities Expenditure Summary Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) Water Divison Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Engineering & Inspection $ 338,200 $ 357,100 $ 247,908 69% Water Department 690,800 722,600 603,377 84% Water Treatment Plant 2,199,600 2,389,300 1,948,745 82% $ 3,228,600 $ 3,469,000 $ 2,800,029 81% Wastewater Divison Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Engineering & Inspection $ 279,100 $ 359,900 $ 229,198 64% Wastewater Department 1,175,700 1,231,200 1,024,989 83% $ 1,454,800 $ 1,591,100 $ 1,254,187 79% Electric Division Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Transmission/Distribution $ 4,196,300 $ 4,294,700 $ 3,756,141 87% Electrical Engineering 1,611,300 1,575,100 1,223,546 78% Administration 894,100 969,400 867,859 90% Meter Reading 353,600 375,400 257,085 68% Systems Operations 864,400 902,300 655,857 73% $ 7,919,700 $ 8,116,900 $ 6,760,488 83% Page 278 Page 13

Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Item #25. Water Division % of Budget Water Treatment Plant Water Department Engineering & Inspection 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% Wastewater Division % of Budget Wastewater Department Engineering & Inspection 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% Electric Division % of Budget Systems Operations Meter Reading Administration Electrical Engineering Transmission/Distribution 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% Page 279 Page 14

Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Item #25. City of Dover Division Expense Summary (Electric Fund) Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) Budget YTD (Over)/Under Original Budget Actual May Budget YTD 3rd Party Hedge Purchases $ 32,617,500 $ 26,855,658 $ 28,810,600 $ 1,954,942 Capacity Charges 13,528,300 11,815,680 11,521,800 (293,880) Solar Power Supply 3,153,300 2,306,950 2,768,800 461,850 Solar Renewal Energy Crdt 388,300 288,884 342,900 54,016 Renewable Energy Credits 5,177,000 1,287,750 3,208,700 1,920,950 Regional Greenhouse Gas 53,500 - 49,042 49,042 PJM Charges Trans & Fees 10,111,200 11,160,909 12,629,000 1,468,091 PJM Charges 25,850,300 4,188,227 11,975,400 7,787,173 Page 280 Page 15

Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Item #25. City of Dover Capital Outlay Summary (All Funds) Fiscal Year to Date (May 2023) General Fund Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Fire $ 360,800 $ 507,100 $ 424,324 84% Code Enforcement 25,300 29,000 - 0% Inspections - 30,400 - 0% Police 858,200 1,202,000 1,029,861 86% Streets 128,000 2,925,400 182,257 6% Sanitation 527,000 1,225,400 468,787 38% Stormwater 1,865,700 3,523,700 979,057 28% Grounds 93,900 154,300 118,067 77% Library County Grant - 154,500 - 0% Recreation 1,940,000 1,945,000 110,055 6% Purchasing 172,000 152,700 82,697 54% Information Technology 153,100 160,600 105,461 66% Facilities Management 200,000 1,019,300 919,075 90% Fleet Maintenance - 5,700 - 0% General Fund Capital Projects $ 6,324,000 $ 13,035,100 $ 4,419,642 34% Water Fund Water $ 797,000 $ 2,811,300 $ 1,116,796 40% Water Treatment Plant 148,700 518,500 151,672 29% Water Fund Capital Projects $ 945,700 $ 3,329,800 $ 1,268,468 38% Wastewater Fund Wastewater $ 1,012,000 $ 2,249,000 $ 212,746 9% Wastewater Fund Capital Projects $ 1,012,000 $ 2,249,000 $ 212,746 9% Electric Fund Electric Generation $ 4,000,000 $ 12,851,800 $ 391,835 3% Transmission/Distribution 2,075,900 2,482,900 1,739,157 70% Electrical Engineering 745,000 8,891,400 2,201,477 25% Metering 44,300 44,300 - 0% ERP System 500,000 1,967,400 95,610 5% Electric Administration 1,570,000 426,400 293,284 69% Electric Fund Capital Projects $ 8,935,200 $ 26,664,200 $ 4,721,362 18% TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS $ 17,216,900 $ 45,278,100 $ 10,622,218 23% Page 281 Page 16

Finance Department Monthly Report May 2023 Item #25. Capital Outlay - All Divisions $14,000,000 $12,000,000 $10,000,000 $8,000,000 $6,000,000 $4,000,000 $2,000,000 $- Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Capital Outlay - By Fund $30,000,000 $26,664,200 $25,000,000 $20,000,000 $15,000,000 $13,035,100 $10,000,000 $8,935,200 $6,324,000 $4,419,642 $4,721,362 $5,000,000 $3,329,800 $2,249,000 $945,700 $1,012,000 $1,268,468 $212,746 $- Original Budget Revised Budget Actual General Fund Capital Projects Water Fund Capital Projects Wastewater Fund Electric Fund Capital Projects Page 282 Page 17

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Item #26. DOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT May 2023 FIRE CHIEFS REPORT Page 284

Item #26. Mayor and Council, The Dover Fire Department responded to 118 calls in the month of May consisting of 846 personnel hours. Members performed 33 hours of training consisting of 405 personnel hours. Total 1251personnel hours for the month of May. Crews responded to the following serious incidents: Working Fires Working Motel Fire Dover Inn Working house Fire 159 Downs Chapel Road Motor vehicle accidents Entrapment Route 1 Exit 104 Entrapment Chestnut Grove Road and Kenton Road Entrapment College Road and Red Oak Drive Entrapment Bay Road and Blue Hen Drive with a vehicle on fire Entrapment 622 W Division Street Entrapment Lakeview Avenue and S Dupont Highway Entrapment Blue Hen Drive and Bay Road Congratulations to Firefighters Collin Chesley, Landon Dulin, Andrew Hatfield on their high school graduations. Congratulations to Andrew Hatfield on Becoming a Firefighter III. Firefighters assisted the Delaware Sprinkler Coalition on a sprinkler Demonstration at the Delaware State Fire School for residential fire sprinkler systems. . Several members assisted in the Old Dover Days festivities. Several members assisted with Field Day events throughout the Captial School District. Several members attended and supported our High School Graduates at the Capital and Ceasar Rodney School District graduations. Ten members attended a Tactical Command training during the month of May. Several members also started a 48-hour Fire Officer I class for National certification. City Fire Dispatchers Nick Senne, Jason Sacco, Keegan Winchester and Alex Carrow just completed and passed their National Pro Board Telecommunicator I and II certification course from the University of Alabama. Page 285

Item #26. The Fire Chief attended the following: Attended Fire Department Company and Board meeting Attended the City Council meeting Attended City of Dover Budget Meeting Attended Fire Department Training Met with City Management regarding the new City Employee position within the Fire Department. Page 286

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City of Dover Item #27. Police Department Monthly Report may 2023 Page 290

Item #27. DEPARTMENT OF POLICE Thomas A. Johnson, Jr. 400 South Queen Street Chief of Police Dover, Delaware 19904 302-736-7111 July 10, 2023 Honorable Robin Christiansen, Mayor Members of Dover City Council City Hall Dover, DE 19901 Mayor Christiansen and Council Members: The following is the monthly report of Dover Police Department activities for May: COMPLAINTS/EVENTS YTD Totals compiled through May numbered 17,136. This represents an increase of 673 from the 16,463 reported over the same period in 2022. 20,000 16,563 17,136 16,463 15,250 13,973 15,000 10,000 5,000 0 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS Burglary: 3 cases reported, 3 cases cleared and 0 cases cleared from previous months. Robbery: 0 cases reported, 0 cases cleared and 0 cases cleared from previous months. Sex Assault: 3 cases reported, 2 cases cleared and 0 cases cleared from previous months. Homicide: 0 case reported, 0 cases cleared and 0 cases cleared from previous months. There were 5 Non-Criminal Death Investigations, 5 cases cleared and 0 cases cleared from previous months. 1|Page Page 291

Item #27. DRUG, VICE, & ORGANIZED CRIME / STREET CRIMES UNIT ENFORCEMENT Marijuana: 0 grams seized Cocaine: 12,808.2 grams seized Ecstasy: 0 doses seized Prescription Pills: 0 doses seized Heroin: 6.288 grams seized Methamphetamine: 806.2 grams seized Fentanyl: 7,600 grams seized Other Rx Drugs: 0 grams/doses seized Drug Proceeds: $92,359 seized FIREARM SEIZURES/INSIDE CITY LIMITS 15 10 7 5 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CI DVOC/STREET CRIMES PATROL SEU HANDGUN RIFLE SHOTGUN Firearms: 8 Handguns, 1 Rifle TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT YTD Citation Totals compiled through May numbered 3,144. This represents an increase of 106 from the 3,038 reported over the same period in 2022. 4,500 4,000 3,820 3,500 3,144 3,038 3,000 2,495 2,473 2,500 2,000 1,500 1,000 500 0 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 TRAFFIC CRASHES: YTD = 1,014 2|Page Page 292

Item #27. 911 CENTER ACTIVITY Total compiled during May numbered 8,536 calls. This represents an increase of 1,147 from the 7,139 reported during the same period in 2022. 9,000 8,536 7,789 8,000 7,474 7,139 7,000 6,415 6,000 5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1,000 0 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS YTD Totals compiled through May numbered 1,069. This represents a decrease of 317 from the 1,386 reported over the same period in 2022. 2,000 1,863 1,685 1,615 1,386 1,500 1,069 1,000 802 649 450 364 500 274 0 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 ISSUED 1,863 1,685 1,615 1,386 1,069 PAID 802 649 450 274 364 3|Page Page 293

Item #27. COMMUNITY POLICING This proactive unit takes the lead on community engagement and supporting our community organizations. They have administrative responsibilities and also support other departmental units, such as patrol, during times of high work volumes or special operations with enforcement activities. In addition to those duties, the unit accomplished the following in May:  PFC Hudson continued as temporary SRO during May  PFC Aviles supplemented A Platoon during May  Addressed a chronic trespass situation at the 132 S. New Street condemned home o Operation included multiple police units and City Inspections o Squatters were removed, 10 arrests made, building boarded up  Assisted the Police Academy with De-escalation, Domestic Violence and reporting skills  Attended Downtown Dover Partnership Meeting at City Hall  Assisted with the Dover Days Fireworks event and the Parade the following day  Addressed ongoing neighborhood nuisance complaint at Persimmon Tree Apartments  Participated in the Bike to Work Day – Dover  Property check of Silver Lake West in reference to un-permitted fish fry  Met with management of Mapleton Square Apartments - reference a tenant issue  K9 Roy visited the Star Hill Elementary School & Central Delaware Christian Academy  Dover Library Story Time featuring K9 Roy and a bicycle safety talk by Cadet Turner  Attended the annual Law Enforcement Memorial Service on Legislative Mall  Assisted property manager of The Laurels with several neighborhood issues  Addressed a sex offender issue at Dover East Mobile Home Park  Addressed homeless situations near 6 S. State St., 45 S. State St., 54 S. State St., 111 S. New St. Tina’s Timeless Threads, Kent Budget Inn,  Attended the Mt Zion Church Fish Fry  Participated in a planning meeting for the Kirkwood Block Party  Participated in the Law Enforcement Community Engagement Network National Conference  Supported the Leader in Me Day at Riley Brown Elementary School  Supported the Veteran’s 2K Benefit Walk at the VA Clinic on S Bay Road  Attended the 1st Amendment Summit  Addressed a neighborhood issue at 1117 S Bradford Street  Community outreach at Motivated Juicery at Dover Mall  Assisted Patrol Units during major incidents, high 911 call volume and/or low staffing  Continued foot patrols and traffic enforcement along Loockerman Street Corridor  Attended the Career Day at Fifer Middle School  Attended the Cranberry Run Home Owner’s Association Meeting  Attended the Delaware Diversion Case Manager Peer Group Meeting  The Behavioral Health Unit made 47 field contacts and took official actions with 26 clients who needed substance abuse or mental health care  Participated in the History, Heritage and Hops Event Members of the CPU attend numerous meetings with community associations and organizations as a part of our ongoing liaison relationships. 4|Page Page 294

Item #27. CHIEF’S ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Police Chief’s Advisory Committee (PCAC) is comprised of nine (9) diverse stakeholders living/working in the City of Dover. It meets regularly to provide input/feedback to the Chief on the various operations of the agency. May activity is as follows:  The Advisory Committee met on May 25, 2023. After several months of discussion regarding the size of the committee, it was decided to extend invitations to Ms. Donyale Hall and Mr. Togar Johnson to attend the June meeting as prospective new members.  The Youth Sub-Committee report was provided by Kayla Waweru who, as a graduating senior, will be passing off her duties to rising Junior, SuNora Lewes. In Kayla’s view, the issue of low attendance at youth meetings continues to be connected to the schedules of club and sports events. Revisiting the idea of educating students about the role & responsibility of School Resource Officers, Kayla connected the SROs with a student on the media team. Arrangements were made for the High School media team to produce a video about the SROs on June 20th for use when the students return in the fall.  There was discussion about the impact of Marijuana legalization in Delaware as it pertains to enforcement and employment issues for the department. Discussion will continue in June.  The committee received word that it was not selected to present its model to the International Conference this fall in San Diego. However, the State of Delaware Police Chiefs Association has expressed interest in having the Advisory Committee featured at the Chiefs Training Conference in the spring of 2024. The concept of an advisory body is included in pending Delaware policing legislation and the Dover model is recognized as a leader in this growing practice. PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES A month’s long special investigation came to a close during May that involved the vast majority of our Drug/Vice/Organized Crime Unit. Through our association with the DEA Task Force in Kent County, we participated in an operation that involved Federal, State, and many local law enforcement agencies and targeted a drug trafficking group. The US Attorney’s Office announced multiple indictments at a May 25th press conference in Wilmington. More arrests are pending, but thus far the enforcement action is believed to be the largest seizure of Fentanyl in State history. This investigation is a great example of the solid working relationship across Delaware’s Law Enforcement community and the talents of the individuals working these major cases. The Department executed the annual promotional process during the month and through the efforts and support of the City Manager, Mayor and Council, quite a number of officers will be receiving promotion on either July 1st or their anniversary date during FY24. On a related note, the spring testing cycle for recruit candidates did not yield enough eligible individuals to meet anticipated staffing demands. The low turnout will again require our Planning and Training team to run a second testing cycle in advance of our Police Academy in October. Our PAL Coordinator has finalized the summer program schedule. Cpl. Smith reports that the annual Football Combine is set for July 1st with 150 kids registered. The annual Day in Their Boots will be on July 13th at the State Fire School with more than 200 kids anticipated to experience a full day program delivered with the help of our public safety partners. There 5|Page Page 295

Item #27. are nine scheduled days of “open basketball” at Central Middle school over the summer. Lastly, the Youth Academy is slated to run the week of July 24th and will teach leadership to approximately 25 pre-teens. A graduation ceremony will occur on July 28th. We would like to welcome back Miss Emily Waldridge to the Police Records Office. She formally worked as a Records Unit Clerk as the Payroll Specialist before leaving for another opportunity last year. She returns to take over the role of Supervisor in charge of this critical function and we are excited to have this former Civilian of the Year back in the building. On May 30th we conducted the swearing in of Officer Tevin Thomas. Tevin was trained in the Dover Police Academy in 2020 and comes to us from the Harrington Police Department. He begins his orientation in June and we are happy to have him on board. Please visit our website at www.doverpolice.org for up to date information on crimes and activities in the City of Dover. Respectfully Submitted, Thomas A. Johnson, Jr. Chief of Police 6|Page Page 296

Item #28. CITY OF DOVER FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023 PRELIMINARY QUARTERLY REVENUE REPORT As of June 30, 2023 FY23 FY23 100% ORIGINAL REVISED YTD % BUDGET FY22 Audited FY21 Audited GENERAL FUND BUDGET BUDGET REVENUES RECEIVED COMMENTS REVENUES REVENUES 1 Property Taxes $ 15,360,600 $ 15,560,600 $ 15,546,900 99.9% $ 14,709,100 $ 14,328,100 2 Payment In Lieu of Taxes 464,400 540,700 540,700 100.0% 532,000 514,400 3 Transfer from Electric Fund 8,000,000 8,000,000 8,000,000 100.0% 11,000,000 10,000,000 4 Intrafund Service Receipts Electric 4,206,500 4,206,500 3,702,300 88.0% 3,686,300 3,291,500 5 Transfer from Transfer Tax Fund 1,800,000 2,300,000 2,334,900 101.5% 3,902,200 4,833,300 6 Business Licenses 1,450,000 1,450,000 1,452,200 100.2% 1,400,900 1,378,100 7 Intrafund Service Receipts Water 1,147,900 1,147,900 1,010,300 88.0% 1,029,900 919,700 8 Intrafund Service Receipts Wastewater 826,900 826,900 727,800 88.0% 704,700 629,300 9 Sanitation Fees 3,564,200 3,564,200 3,652,800 102.5% 3,371,700 3,125,100 10 Permits & Other Licenses 1,383,000 1,994,400 2,407,000 120.7% 1,641,900 1,595,700 11 Transfer from Municipal Street Aid Fund 750,000 794,000 796,800 100.4% 792,300 797,800 12 Fines & Police Revenue 610,100 603,000 630,200 104.5% 508,100 379,400 13 Police Extra Duty Fees 240,000 240,000 470,600 196.1% 412,000 138,700 14 Transfer from Police Grant Funds 165,000 165,000 71,200 43.2% 312,500 228,300 15 Transfer from Police Fed Grant Funds 287,500 287,500 43,800 15.2% 127,400 - 16 Court of Chancery Fees 1,500,000 1,900,000 2,021,300 106.4% 2,095,800 1,834,600 17 Transfer from Water/Wastewater Fund 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 100.0% 1,000,000 1,000,000 18 Transfer from Civil Traffic Penalties Fund 400,000 70,000 54,500 77.9% Received all except May and June 198,600 267,100 19 Library Revenues & County Reciprocal Pymt 303,100 575,100 579,300 100.7% Reciprocal FY23 $275k, FY22 $140k 260,600 78,900 Passport FY23 $123k, FY22 $99k, FY21 $35k 20 Franchise Fees 600,000 600,000 424,000 70.7% 605,300 592,300 21 General Fund Grant Receipts 598,500 829,700 468,600 56.5% 802,800 1,135,000 22 Recreation Revenue 129,000 134,000 148,200 110.6% 128,600 46,500 23 Other Miscellaneous Receipts 135,000 253,200 313,900 124.0% Rent 113,300; Sale of Assets 127,400; MR 72,600 373,300 203,300 24 Interest Income 85,000 285,000 269,700 94.6% 94,600 88,800 TOTALS $ 46,006,700 $ 48,327,700 $ 47,667,000 98.6% $ 49,690,600 $ 47,405,900 Final Budget $ 49,690,600 $ 47,405,900 Page 297

Item #28. CITY OF DOVER FISCAL YEAR JULY 1, 2022 TO JUNE 30, 2023 PRELIMINARY QUARTERLY REVENUE REPORT As of June 30, 2023 FY23 FY23 100.0% ORIGINAL REVISED YTD % BUDGET FY22 Audited FY21 Audited WATER FUND BUDGET BUDGET REVENUES RECEIVED COMMENTS REVENUES REVENUES 1 Water Fees $ 6,500,000 $ 6,650,000 $ 6,711,400 100.9% $ 6,144,800 $ 5,777,200 2 Water Impact Fees 220,000 300,000 393,300 131.1% 176,700 172,100 3 Water Tank Space Leasing 425,400 425,400 399,800 94.0% Billed 91% at beginning of FY 502,800 529,800 4 Interest Income 7,000 137,000 170,300 124.3% 16,200 9,500 5 Other Miscellaneous Revenues 52,600 56,700 70,600 124.5% Penalties 12,400; Sale of Assets 22,700 105,600 206,600 TOTALS $ 7,205,000 $ 7,569,100 $ 7,745,400 102.3% $ 6,946,100 $ 6,695,200 Final Budget $ 6,946,100 $ 6,695,200 FY23 FY23 100.0% ORIGINAL REVISED YTD % BUDGET FY22 Audited FY21 Audited WASTEWATER FUND BUDGET BUDGET REVENUES RECEIVED COMMENTS REVENUES REVENUES 1 Wastewater Fees $ 4,580,300 $ 4,580,300 $ 4,590,000 100.2% 4,349,200 4,232,200 2 Wastewater Adjustment Fees - County Trtmt 3,205,400 3,205,400 3,029,800 94.5% 3,022,600 3,122,500 3 Groundwater Inflow Adjustment 2,137,000 2,137,000 2,135,600 99.9% 2,013,800 1,948,300 4 Wastewater Impact Fees 180,000 280,000 357,700 127.8% 177,000 151,700 5 Interest Income 4,000 134,000 160,500 119.8% 11,200 14,500 6 Other Miscellaneous Revenues 200 27,000 37,000 137.0% Penalties 19,900; Sale of Assets 10,500 17,700 36,100 TOTALS $ 10,106,900 $ 10,363,700 $ 10,310,600 99.5% $ 9,591,500 $ 9,505,300 Final Budget $ 9,591,500 $ 9,505,300 FY23 FY23 100.0% ORIGINAL REVISED YTD % BUDGET FY22 Audited FY21 Audited ELECTRIC REVENUE FUND BUDGET BUDGET REVENUES RECEIVED COMMENTS REVENUES REVENUES 1 Sales to Customers $ 80,857,100 $ 79,461,200 $ 75,400,700 94.9% $ 77,465,400 $ 77,487,700 2 Purchase Power Adjustment 21,840,000 16,440,000 16,465,600 100.2% (5,060,700) (5,007,600) 3 Utility Tax 1,648,700 1,648,700 1,516,700 92.0% 1,151,100 1,137,000 4 Rate Stabilization Reserve 10,000,000 10,000,000 10,000,000 100.0% 2,800,000 2,500,000 5 Miscellaneous Revenue 767,000 1,126,400 429,600 38.1% Loss on disposal of assets 891K 815,700 474,500 6 Interest Income 125,000 928,000 1,022,000 110.1% 144,000 122,100 TOTALS $ 115,237,800 $ 109,604,300 $104,834,600 95.6% $ 77,315,500 $ 76,713,700 Final Budget $ 77,315,500 $ 76,713,700 Page 298

Item #29. City of Dover PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 Capital Investment Plan and Project Status Report As of June 30, 2023 Points to Remember * Original Project Budget = Original Total Project Budget initially included in approved annual budget. * Latest Project Budget = Revised Total Project Budget included in most recent approved annual budget or one of the following: bond resolution, revolving fund loan agreement, Council approved budget amendment, or City Manager approved amendment as per the Budget Amendment Procedure. * Water Quality, Inflow/Infiltration, Distribution Upgrades and New Development projects are budgeted as a blanket project, and once individual projects are identified and estimated, they are created using an allocation of the overall budgeted amount. Community Police Grants Police Grants Total Current Year Budget Funding Sources General Transportation Federal State ARPA Water Wastewater Electric CIP Budget Balance $ 4,879,600 $ - $ - $ - $ 1,698,000 $ 683,600 $ 316,100 $ 7,793,500 $ 15,370,800 Miscellaneous Receipts 1,179,000 904,100 910,900 2,994,000 General Billings for Reimbursement of Expense 200,000 200,000 Federal Grants 31,500 31,500 State Grants 1,701,300 957,900 66,500 200,000 50,000 2,975,700 ARPA Fund 4,300,000 4,300,000 Other (Loan) 5,000,000 5,000,000 Transfer from Electric 4,826,400 4,826,400 Transfer from WW Impact Fee Reserve 255,600 255,600 Transfer from Water Impact Fee Reserve 746,400 746,400 Transfer from Water/Wastewater Oper. Fund 920,700 706,400 1,627,100 Transfer from General Fund 3,554,600 3,554,600 Transfer from Lodging Tax 450,000 450,000 Transfer from Depreciation Reserve 8,803,100 8,803,100 Transfer from Parkland Reserve 1,334,000 1,334,000 Transfer from Capital Asset Reserve 340,000 340,000 Interest Income 100,000 50,000 10,000 114,200 274,200 Total Funding Sources $ 13,438,500 $ 957,900 $ 31,500 $ 66,500 $ 6,098,000 $ 3,504,800 $ 2,249,000 $ 26,737,200 $ 53,083,400 Page 299 1 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

PROJECT STATUS REPORT - GENERAL FUND Item #29. PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status Fire Department FR1800 Annual Contribution for Engine 5 $ 777,000 $ 777,000 $ 304,214 $ 77,700 $ 77,700 $ 77,672 $ 28 Paying monthly FR2000 Annual Contribution for Squad #1 (Rescue) 956,000 956,000 208,367 95,600 95,600 83,347 12,253 Paying monthly FR2200 Annual Contribution for Engine 1 770,000 770,000 41,054 77,000 77,000 41,054 35,946 Received Jan 2023 CT2256 New Brush Truck 110,500 110,500 68,680 110,500 110,500 68,680 41,820 Ordering in progress CT2303 Command Vehicles 146,300 146,300 146,238 - 146,300 146,238 62 Received CT2335 All-Terrain Vehicle 31,000 57,200 31,016 - - 31,016 (31,016) Received; reimbursed on 2/22/23 Total Fire Department $ 2,790,800 $ 2,817,000 $ 799,568 $ 360,800 $ 507,100 $ 448,005 $ 59,095 Code Enforcement --- Misc Automobiles $ 25,300 $ 29,000 $ - $ 29,000 Replace Veh #17 - order pending Total Code Enforcement $ 25,300 $ 29,000 $ - $ 29,000 Inspections --- Misc Automobiles $ - $ 30,100 $ - $ 30,100 Replace Veh #19 - ordered Total Inspections $ - $ 30,100 $ - $ 30,100 Police --- Misc Automobiles $ 637,200 $ 981,000 $ 915,303 $ 65,697 15 Chevy Tahoes received Equipment received in Jun 22. Paid year 2 PD2301 Police Officer Body Worn Cameras & Tasers $ 876,400 $ 876,400 $ 123,181 202,900 202,900 123,181 79,719 invoice. PD2302 Axion In-car Cameras 368,000 368,000 - 18,100 18,100 - 18,100 On order Total Police $ 1,244,400 $ 1,244,400 $ 123,181 $ 858,200 $ 1,202,000 $ 1,038,484 $ 163,516 Streets --- Misc Equipment $ 128,000 $ 138,500 $ 138,403 $ 97 Received Backhoe Veh #405 ST2003 Meeting House Branch Improvement $ 1,115,600 $ 1,115,600 $ 265,264 - 416,600 49,543 367,057 Design work is underway ST2007 Operations Yard Relocation and Impr. 445,000 445,000 115,306 - 106,200 - 106,200 Finalizing bid documents ST2101 FY21 Street, Concrete, and Alley Program 936,000 936,000 700,231 - 815,300 6,643 808,657 Work scheduled to begin near end of July. ST2201 FY22 Street, Concrete, and Alley Program 1,168,000 1,168,000 - - 1,535,000 - 1,535,000 Project contingent on the results of ST2101 Total Streets $ 3,664,600 $ 3,664,600 $ 1,080,802 $ 128,000 $ 3,011,600 $ 194,589 $ 2,817,011 Sanitation --- Trucks $ 527,000 $ 1,225,400 $ 468,787 $ 756,613 1 truck on order; 1 delivered. Total Sanitation $ 527,000 $ 1,225,400 $ 468,787 $ 756,613 Grounds --- Trucks $ 43,300 $ 34,800 $ - $ 34,800 Ordered; awaiting delivery --- Maint. Equipment 50,600 119,500 118,067 1,433 Received chipper veh #586 Total Grounds $ 93,900 $ 154,300 $ 118,067 $ 36,233 Stormwater --- Trucks $ 230,700 $ 242,700 $ 242,624 $ 76 New leaf vac received --- Misc Equipment - 667,500 667,492 8 New street sweeper #357 received Design Complete, construction phase planned ST2005/SW2204 East Lake Garden Drainage Basin Improvement $ 580,000 $ 580,000 $ 44,500 - 542,200 6,675 535,525 for FY24 SW2105 West Street Flooding Improvements 60,000 - - - - - - Project will be reprogrammed to future year. SW2205 Water Street Flooding Improvements 39,000 39,000 22,500 - 39,000 22,500 16,500 Feasibility Study Complete Awaiting easement documents to be executed ST2009/SW2303 Persimmon Park Place Drainage Basin Impr. 1,200,000 1,201,600 646 1,200,000 1,201,600 646 1,200,954 by homeowners ST2004/SW2305 Mirror Lake Drainage Basin Improvements 350,000 352,800 2,720 350,000 352,800 2,720 350,080 Bids due in early January Page 300 101 2 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

PROJECT STATUS REPORT - GENERAL FUND Item #29. PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status SW2206 MS4 Inventory/Inspection & Green Technology 43,600 43,600 43,519 - 15,800 12,400 3,400 Complete SW2301 Miscellaneous Emergency Storm Sewer Repairs 537,000 537,000 172,800 85,000 375,900 172,800 203,100 Complete Total Stormwater $ 2,809,600 $ 2,754,000 $ 286,685 $ 1,865,700 $ 3,437,500 $ 1,127,857 $ 2,309,643 Facilities Management FC2001 - MNT City Hall HVAC Replacement $ 852,000 $ 852,000 $ 851,825 $ - $ 766,800 $ 766,625 $ 175 99% complete. FC2303 City Hall Window Replacement 50,000 100,000 20,670 50,000 100,000 20,670 79,330 In bid process FC2304 Environmental Abatement of old Post Office 150,000 152,500 152,450 $ 150,000 152,500 152,450 50 Completed Total Facilities Management $ 852,000 $ 852,000 $ 851,825 $ 200,000 $ 1,019,300 $ 939,745 $ 79,555 Library LB2201 Replace HVAC Controller $ 38,500 $ 38,500 $ 38,500 $ - $ 38,500 $ 38,500 $ - Complete LB2301 Replace Heat Pumps 116,000 116,000 - - 116,000 - 116,000 25% Complete; invoice in process Total Library $ 154,500 $ 154,500 $ 38,500 $ - $ 154,500 $ 38,500 $ 116,000 Parks & Recreation --- Misc Automobiles $ 115,000 $ 114,300 $ 36,595 $ 77,705 Rec'd van #591; veh #593 ordered --- Misc Equipment - Bicycle Repair Stations - 5,700 4,503 1,197 Complete PR2100 Dover Park Improvements $ 310,000 $ 310,000 $ 20,365 - 13,400 13,358 43 CLOSED: PR2300 and RP2301 Budget to be carried forward. Tube and slide complete. 11 of 33 picnic tables replaced. PR2200 Park & Playground Improvement 66,000 66,000 25,598 - 16,700 16,697 3 Mayfair Park improvements pending. PR2300 Dover Park Building Improvement 800,000 1,600,000 81,461 800,000 1,600,000 81,461 1,518,539 RFP evaluated/ recommendation made for PR2301 FY23 Dover Park Splash Pad 200,000 500,000 1,150 200,000 500,000 - 500,000 RFP evaluated/ recommendation made for PR2302 Schutte Park Skate Park 750,000 23,600 23,564 750,000 23,600 23,564 36 Push to FY25 per CAF PR2304 Schutte Park Dog Park 75,000 75,000 60,164 75,000 75,000 60,164 14,836 Equipment & fencing ordered Total Parks & Recreation $ 2,201,000 $ 2,574,600 $ 212,302 $ 1,940,000 $ 2,348,700 $ 236,341 $ 2,112,359 Procurement/Inventory --- Misc Equipment $ 70,000 $ 70,000 $ - $ 70,000 Forklift #120 on order CS2301 Warehouse LED Lighting $ 12,000 $ - $ - 12,000 - - - In-house; on schedule CS2302 Warehouse Improvements 90,000 82,700 82,697 90,000 82,700 82,697 3 In progress Total Procurement/Inventory $ 102,000 $ 82,700 $ 82,697 $ 172,000 $ 152,700 $ 82,697 $ 70,003 Fleet Maintenance CS2305 Misc Equipment $ - $ 5,700 $ - $ 5,700 Pressure Washer on order Total Sanitation $ - $ 5,700 $ - $ 5,700 Information Technology IT2303 Phone System Replacement $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 78,331 $ 80,000 $ 80,000 $ 78,331 $ 1,670 Expected to be completed in October IT2301 Server Replacement 17,000 17,000 16,521 17,000 17,000 16,521 479 Complete Leasing model; will see additional costs as we IT2302 Network Infrastructure; CISCO switches 50,000 50,000 9,512 50,000 50,000 9,512 40,488 purchase more switches. IT2304 iSeries Hardware Service 20,700 20,700 20,027 6,100 13,600 5,474 8,127 Continuing Total Information Technology $ 167,700 $ 167,700 $ 124,390 $ 153,100 $ 160,600 $ 109,837 $ 50,763 TOTAL GENERAL FUND $ 13,986,600 $ 14,311,500 $ 3,599,950 $ 6,324,000 $ 13,438,500 $ 4,802,910 $ 8,635,590 Page 301 101 3 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION FUND PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status Community Transportation - 203-12-99 CT2268 E Loockerman St & State St Concrete 356,900 368,400 - - 368,400 - 368,400 Project underway Plan has been developed, staff to coordinate with Downtown CT2315 Various Concrete Repair Locations 252,600 341,100 - - 341,100 - 341,100 Dover Master Plan Project planning to receive CT2322 Dover Little League 221,400 221,400 165,442 - 221,400 165,442 55,958 additional funds Project completed, awaiting CT2335 North West Street 26,200 27,000 - - 27,000 - 27,000 incoice. TOTAL COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION FUND $ 2,598,100 $ 2,298,900 $ 1,316,750 $ 400,000 $ 957,900 $ 165,442 $ 792,458 Page 302 203 4 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - POLICE FEDERAL GRANTS PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status Federal Police Grants - 207-11-17-33 Final expenses in progress. PDGBYRNE-2021 Parking Enforcement System Upgrade $ 31,500 $ 31,500 $ 27,401 $ - $ 31,500 $ 17,362 $ 14,138 Grant expires 9/30/23. TOTAL FEDERAL POLICE GRANTS $ 31,500 $ 31,500 $ 27,401 $ - $ 31,500 $ 17,362 $ 14,138 Page 303 207 5 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - POLICE STATE GRANTS PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status State Police Grants - 209-11-17-32 PDGSLEAF-2022 Speed Detection Trailers $ 18,500 $ 18,500 $ 18,500 $ 18,500 $ 18,500 $ 18,500 $ - Received PDGSLEAF-2021 Dover Camera Expansion Project 48,000 48,000 39,350 48,000 48,000 35,060 12,940 In progress TOTAL STATE POLICE GRANTS $ 66,500 $ 66,500 $ 57,850 $ 66,500 $ 66,500 $ 53,560 $ 12,940 Page 304 209 6 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - ARPA FUND PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status ST2301 FY23 Street, Concrete, and Alley Program $ 1,200,000 $ 1,176,500 $ - $ 1,200,000 $ 1,176,500 $ - $ 1,176,500 Project underway SW2306 Emergency Repairs College Rd/Power Plant - 23,500 23,500 - 23,500 23,500 - Complete Work underway, approximately 75% WD2302 Elevated Water Tower Maint. - Aero Park 655,000 655,000 460,000 655,000 655,000 460,000 195,000 complete. Design 99% complete, anticipate WD2303 Future Well Installation 2,234,500 2,234,500 423,735 2,234,500 2,234,500 423,735 1,810,765 construction to begin in Fall of 2023 Project 95% designed, awaiting WD2304 Well #9 Improvements 319,000 319,000 82,850 319,000 319,000 82,850 236,150 environmental approval Project approximatley 90% complete, anticipated to be complete in August WQ2301 Water Quality Improvements-N State St 1,287,500 941,000 941,000 1,287,500 941,000 941,000 - 2023 Project awarded; due to material WQ2304 Water Quality Improvements-West St Alley 346,500 346,500 - - 346,500 - 346,500 delays, work to begin in October. WW2306 Puncheon Run Pump Sta. Pump Repl. 85,000 85,000 89,938 85,000 85,000 89,938 (4,938) Complete Staff has to redesign, based on WW2307 Lepore Road Sanitary Sewer Upgrade 317,000 317,000 - 317,000 317,000 - 317,000 DelDOT requirements TOTAL ARPA FUND $ 6,444,500 $ 6,098,000 $ 2,021,023 $ 6,098,000 $ 6,098,000 $ 2,021,023 $ 4,076,977 Page 305 210 7 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - WATER FUND PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status Water --- Misc. Equipment $ 28,000 $ 24,100 $ 24,050 $ 28,000 $ 24,100 $ 24,050 $ 50 Received Air Compressor V#407 WD2300 Meter Reading Technology Upgrade 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 Project delayed WQ2101 FY21 Water Quality Improvements - - - - 33,700 - 33,700 Complete Design 99% complete, anticipate WD2205 Future Well Installation 1,415,400 1,415,400 47,815 - 659,900 - 659,900 construction to begin in Fall of 2023 WD2301 Wellhead Redevelopment Program 488,000 488,000 188,000 188,000 188,000 188,000 - Project open and upgrades are occuring WD2305 Scada Equipment Upgrade 50,000 26,900 24,900 50,000 26,900 24,900 2,000 Complete WD2306 Water Tank Concrete Rehabilitation 145,000 145,000 6,000 20,000 6,000 6,000 - Complete, awaiting invoices WD2307 Stonebrook East Water Main Increase 26,000 26,000 - 26,000 26,000 - 26,000 Awaiting development to be built WQ2302 Miscellaneous Emergency Water Repairs 425,000 425,000 19,789 85,000 40,700 19,789 20,911 Complete Project approximatley 90% complete, WQ2303 Water Quality Impr. - North State Street 370,000 1,921,000 955,112 370,000 1,921,000 955,112 965,888 anticipated to be complete in August 2023 WQ2305 Lead & Copper Inventory - - 26,371 - 60,000 26,371 33,629 Work underway, awaiting additional invoices Project being designed, anticipate bidding in WQ2306 Brandywine Lead/Copper Rule - 115,000 - - 115,000 - 115,000 August WD2309 Aeropark Tank Equipment Relocation 61,000 61,000 60,937 - 61,000 60,937 63 Complete Water Treatment Plant --- Trucks 151,672 $ 53,000 $ 216,800 $ 151,672 $ 65,128 Trucks ordered, awaiting delivery WD2308 Security Fencing Upgrades $ 95,700 $ 95,700 $ - 95,700 95,700 - 95,700 Quotes for fence anticipated in early July. TOTAL WATER FUND $ 3,633,900 $ 4,677,400 $ 1,352,974 $ 945,700 $ 3,504,800 $ 1,456,832 $ 2,047,968 Page 306 401 8 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - WASTEWATER FUND PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status Wastewater --- Trucks $ 134,000 $ 277,900 $ 56,312 $ 221,588 Vehicle #690 received (#655 delayed) WW2300 Meter Reading Technology Upgrade $ 30,000 $ 30,000 $ - 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 Project delayed WW2301 Lateral Camera 13,000 11,100 9,521 13,000 11,100 9,521 1,579 Complete WW2302 Ground Penetrating Radar 16,000 16,800 16,800 16,000 16,800 16,800 - Complete WW2103 College Rd. Pump Station Repl. 655,000 655,000 2,977 - 800 727 73 Complete WW2101 FY21 Inflow/Infiltration Removal 800,000 800,000 469,746 - 158,600 2,533 156,067 Complete Design complete working with HOA for WW2203 Turnberry Pump Station Replacement 677,000 677,000 22,592 - 24,700 4,248 20,452 easement WW2303 Miscellaneous Emer. Sewer Repairs 160,000 160,000 100,302 160,000 160,000 100,302 59,698 Complete Equipment anticipated to be delivered in WW2304 College Rd. Pump Station Repl. 580,000 580,000 - 580,000 580,000 - 580,000 August WW2305 GIS Utility Network Upgrade 175,000 175,000 7,136 20,000 19,200 7,136 12,065 Complete WW2308 Heatherfield Pump Station Repl. 663,000 663,000 9,480 45,000 45,000 9,480 35,520 Design 75% complete. WW2309 Cedar Chase Pump Station Repl. 697,500 697,500 - 14,000 14,000 7,900 6,100 Complete WW2310 Misc. Sanitary Sewer Rehab - - 910,900 - 910,900 Bid documents to be completed in July TOTAL WASTEWATER FUND $ 4,466,500 $ 4,465,400 $ 638,554 $ 1,012,000 $ 2,249,000 $ 214,958 $ 2,034,042 Page 307 403 9 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - ELECTRIC FUND PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 As of June 30, 2023 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status Engineering EE2113 ArcFM Migration to Elec. Util. Network $ 160,000 $ 160,000 $ 160,021 $ - $ 6,100 $ 6,090 $ 10 80% Complete; EE2202 SCADA Master Hardware Replacement 550,000 550,000 307,166 - - 168,729 (168,729) 60% Complete EE2304 Substation Component Replacement 150,000 150,000 - 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 Recurring Project EE2315 SCADA Upgrade 100,000 511,600 68,978 100,000 511,600 68,978 442,623 80% Complete EE2316 Electric Admin & Substation Cameras 50,000 50,100 25,909 50,000 50,100 25,909 24,191 Waiting on revised quote EE2308 Electric Admin Access Gate 15,000 14,500 13,800 15,000 14,500 13,800 700 Complete EE2312 Small Cell Wireless Improvements 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 30,000 - 30,000 Recurring Project EE2211 LED Lighting Conversion Phase 2 2,575,000 2,575,000 190,943 - - 803 (803) Complete EE2090 DAFB CT/PT Replacement 73,000 73,000 71,514 - - - - 80% Complete (revisit in Feb) EE2313 Transmission Line Maintenance 50,000 50,000 39,435 50,000 50,000 39,435 10,565 Recurring Project EE2016 Garrison Oak Tech Park Substation 750,000 750,000 209,996 - 559,800 20,102 539,698 80% Complete; budget to be carried fwd EE2215 Garrison Oak Tech Park Substation 7,000,000 7,000,000 1,837,062 - 6,821,900 1,658,988 5,162,912 25% Complete; budget to be carried fwd EE2203 Bacon Ave/Buckson Drive U/G Upgrade 160,000 160,000 12,331 - 160,000 12,331 147,669 No change EE2303 Towne Point Conversion (OH to UG) 360,000 360,000 86,009 360,000 360,000 86,009 273,991 70% Complete EE2317 ArcFM Migration to Elec. Util. Network 110,000 297,400 110,384 110,000 297,400 110,384 187,016 25% Complete Total Engineering $ 12,133,000 $ 12,731,600 $ 3,133,547 $ 745,000 $ 8,891,400 $ 2,211,557 $ 6,679,843 Electric Generation New server and workstations installed. Still have some data transfer from drives to complete. Materials for call box installation ordered. Awaiting contractor for installation. EG2201 Van Sant Office Trailer $ 70,000 $ 70,000 $ 53,084 $ - $ 48,700 $ 31,827 $ 16,873 Estimate project 95% completed. EG2203/EG2302 Plant Decommissioning 14,000,000 14,000,000 469,272 4,000,000 12,803,100 360,008 12,443,092 RFP in progress Total Electric Generation $ 14,070,000 $ 14,070,000 $ 522,356 $ 4,000,000 $ 12,851,800 $ 391,835 $ 12,459,965 T&D --- Automobiles $ - $ 36,600 $ 36,462 $ 138 Received; Veh #783 --- Trucks 214,400 518,800 516,807 1,993 Received #772, 759, & 749 --- Other Equipment 364,500 440,500 - 440,500 Veh #775 EE2321 Emergency Component Replacement $325,000 $325,000 $73,526 65,000 55,000 73,526 (18,526) Replacing as needed UG Transformers locations as follows: EE2222 New Developments 650,000 648,000 - 650,000 500,900 - 500,900 TD2110 DAFB Welch Elementary 23,500 23,500 21,410 - - - - 90% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2115 Eden Hill Phase 2 13,600 27,200 12,889 - - - - 95% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2202 Dover Middle School 66,900 30,900 89,370 - 30,900 29,329 1,571 90% Complete TD2205 Calvary Baptist Church 10,200 10,200 - - - - - Waiting on customer TD2210 Verona Woods Phase 3/4 23,500 - - - - - - 75% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2211 Hancock-Hopkins Avenue 6,700 11,300 11,297 - 11,300 11,297 3 50% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2215 DE Agricultural Museum 8,500 7,000 6,952 - 7,000 6,952 48 Complete TD2218 515 S Dupont Hwy Retail 2,200 4,200 4,128 - 4,200 4,128 72 Complete TD2301 Rojan Meadows Phase 1 - - - - - - - Waiting on developer TD2302 Eden Hill OKH Phase 1 11,300 11,300 38,918 - 39,000 38,918 82 90% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2305 Lion of Judah 12,300 - 12,677 - - 12,677 (12,677) Complete TD2306 Verizon Tudor Tower 2,600 2,600 2,098 - 2,100 2,098 2 Complete TD2307 King Cole Wedding Venue 8,500 8,500 1,033 - 1,100 1,033 67 Complete TD2308 El Azteca Dover - - - - - - - Waiting on customer TD2313 Frito Lay 6,500 6,500 - - 7,500 - 7,500 Waiting on developer TD2316 Dover Beer Garden 5,650 5,650 - - 5,700 - 5,700 10% Complete-waiting on customer TD2317 Wawa Rt. 8 EV Charger 21,000 21,000 - - 21,000 - 21,000 Waiting on contractor Page 308 411 10 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - ELECTRIC FUND PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 As of June 30, 2023 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status TD2318 837 N DuPont Hwy Chase Bank 3,800 3,800 - - 3,800 3,114 686 20% Complete TD2319 Ridgely Properties LLC - 4,200 4,149 - 4,200 4,149 51 Waiting on contractor TD2320 1477 Cartanza Rd 5,350 5,350 - - 5,400 4,294 1,106 10% Complete TD2322 Lake Club EV Charger 5,900 5,900 - - 5,900 - 5,900 Complete UG Conductors locations as follows: EE2222 New Developments 513,000 512,100 - 500,000 (1,293,100) - (1,293,100) TD2110 DAFB Welch Elementary 15,200 15,200 1,455 - - - - 90% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2115 Eden Hill Phase 2 311,000 311,000 165,176 - 5,900 5,825 75 75% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2202 Dover Middle Schools 292,000 292,000 361,365 - 234,800 234,761 39 60% Complete TD2205 Calvary Baptist Church 43,400 43,400 8,559 - 5,100 5,020 80 Waiting on customer TD2206 DELDOT Interim Kenton Rd 174,900 74,500 74,481 - 74,500 74,481 19 85% Complete TD2210 Verona Woods Phase 3/4 63,000 63,000 73,765 - 11,800 12,120 (320) 75% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2211 Hancock-Hopkins Avenue 25,100 25,100 22,266 - 19,200 19,178 22 50% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2215 Delaware Agricultural Museum 13,700 5,300 5,268 - 5,300 5,268 32 Complete TD2218 515 S Dupont Hwy Retail 1,100 1,100 944 - - - - Complete TD2301 Rojan Meadows Phase 1 - 5,100 22,331 - 5,100 22,331 (17,231) Waiting on customer TD2302 Eden Hill OKH Phase 1 26,600 307,300 336,857 - 307,300 336,857 (29,557) 90% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2303 Kent Courthouse - 206,200 177,636 - 206,200 177,636 28,564 Waiting on customer TD2304 Little Creek Lighting UPG 6,500 6,500 6,190 - 6,200 6,190 10 Complete TD2305 Lion of Judah 14,600 14,600 14,585 - 7,700 14,585 (6,885) Complete TD2306 Verizon Tudor Tower 5,000 5,900 5,829 - 5,900 5,829 71 Complete TD2307 King Cole Wedding Venue 30,000 30,000 37,559 - 18,900 37,559 (18,659) Complete TD2309 1001 N DuPont EV Charger 12,000 12,000 2,510 - 12,000 2,510 9,490 Waiting on customer TD2313 Frito Lay 7,500 7,500 - - 7,500 - 7,500 Waiting on customer TD2315 DELDOT Kenton Rd 836,900 836,900 - - 836,900 - 836,900 No update TD2316 Dover Beer Garden 2,300 2,300 - - 2,300 - 2,300 Waiting on customer TD2317 Wawa Rt 8 EV Charger 10,300 10,300 - - 10,300 - 10,300 Waiting on contractor TD2318 837 N DuPont Hwy Chase Bank 1,900 1,900 1,377 - 1,900 1,377 523 20% Complete TD2319 Ridgely Properties 5,000 5,000 - - 5,000 - 5,000 Waiting on contractor TD2320 1477 Cartanza Rd 3,300 3,300 2,717 - 3,300 2,717 583 No update UG Meters locations as follows: EE2222 New Developments 250,000 250,000 - 250,000 233,500 - 233,500 TD2110 DAFB Welch Elementary 5,200 5,200 1,758 - - - - Waiting on contractor TD2115 Eden Hill Phase 2 1,800 6,700 4,916 - - - - 80% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2123 Patriot Village Phase 2 1,500 8,500 7,033 - - - - 95% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2202 Dover Middle Schools 1,300 28,100 26,815 - 1,200 2,610 (1,410) 90% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2205 Calvary Baptist Church 7,100 7,100 - - - - - Waiting on customer TD2208 Tommy's Express Carwash 2,200 17,700 15,474 - 100 48 52 Complete TD2210 Verona Woods Phase 3/4 1,600 7,700 6,097 - - - - 55% Complete TD2211 Hancock-Hopkins Avenue 1,500 1,500 1,408 - 1,500 1,408 92 40% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2215 DE Agricultural Museum 3,100 3,100 1,390 - 1,400 1,390 10 Complete TD2302 Eden Hill OKH Phase 1 700 3,600 3,560 - 3,600 3,560 40 40% Complete-waiting on technicians TD2305 Lion of Judah 500 500 384 - 500 384 116 Complete TD2306 Verizon Tudor Tower 100 100 67 - 100 67 33 Complete TD2307 King Cole Wedding Venue 1,500 1,500 1,180 - 1,200 1,180 20 Complete TD2313 Frito Lay 500 500 - - 500 - 500 Waiting on customer TD2314 CT Site Repairs & Maintenance 32,000 32,000 22,081 32,000 32,000 22,081 9,919 50% Complete TD2315 DelDOT Kenton Rd - 1,000 1,000 - 1,000 974 26 No update TD2316 Dover Beer Garden 32,000 3,100 - - 3,100 - 3,100 Waiting on customer TD2317 Wawa Rt 8 EV Charger 1,700 1,700 - - 1,700 - 1,700 Waiting on customer Page 309 411 11 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #29. PROJECT STATUS REPORT - ELECTRIC FUND PRELIMINARY 4th Quarter FY23 As of June 30, 2023 PAST, CURRENT & FUTURE BUDGETS CURRENT FISCAL YEAR Original Latest Project Original Revised Fiscal Project Project Project To Date Fiscal Year Fiscal Year YTD Budget Code Item Budget Budget Expenses Budget Budget Charges Balance Status TD2318 837 N DuPont Hwy Chase Bank 500 500 384 - 500 384 116 20% Complete TD2320 1477 Cartanza Rd 100 100 - - 100 78 22 No update Total T & D $ 3,972,200 $ 4,339,800 $ 1,692,864 $ 2,075,900 $ 2,482,900 $ 1,743,193 $ 739,685 Administration EE2101 Reed St IT Room Generator $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 42,279 $ - $ 48,200 $ 35,454 $ 12,746 Complete Engineering in design; to be carried EE1819 Reed St HVAC Major Overhaul 1,175,200 21,950 1,153,300 - 22,000 21,950 50 forward EA2304 Reed St HVAC Overhaul 1,500,000 78,000 - 1,500,000 78,000 - 78,000 In Engineering EA2309 Electric Admin Rear Lot Renovation 70,000 73,000 - 70,000 73,000 - 73,000 Moved to FY24 due to price increases EA2103 2021 Electric Utility Admin Facility Imp. 25,000 25,000 23,778 - - - - Metal work complete EA2202 2022 Electric Utility Admin Facility Imp. 138,000 133,000 125,115 - 92,900 85,007 7,893 Windows complete EA2203 Weyandt Hall Facility Improvements 130,000 135,000 204,369 - 126,600 196,008 (69,408) Windows complete; lights 90% EA2205 Security Install at Reed Street 72,100 72,100 88,365 - 58,700 58,654 46 Complete Total Administration $ 3,130,300 $ 558,050 $ 1,637,206 $ 1,570,000 $ 499,400 $ 397,073 $ 102,327 Metering EM2301 Itron Metering Equipment $ 44,300 $ 44,300 $ - $ 44,300 $ 44,300 $ - $ 44,300 On hold; researching other options FN1701 Purchase of ERP System $ 1,313,400 $ 2,289,500 $ 940,178 $ 500,000 $ 1,967,400 $ 109,240 $ 1,858,160 In progress TOTAL ELECTRIC FUND $ 34,663,200 $ 34,033,250 $ 7,926,152 $ 8,935,200 $ 26,737,200 $ 4,852,897 $ 21,884,280 Page 310 411 12 of 12 4TH QTR FY23 CIP-PROJECT STATUS REPORT.xlsx

Item #33. City of Dover MAYOR AND COUNCIL 1 2 3 PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2023-10 4 5 6 WHEREAS, Presbyterian Senior Living (the “Corporation”), a Corporation-Not-for-Profit 7 organized and existing under Pennsylvania laws and operating non-profit health center and 8 retirement community facilities serving the public in this City has determined to finance a project of 9 the Corporation consisting of various capital expenditures and improvements including renovations, 10 restorations, expansions, upgrades, alterations, repairs, capital equipment and furnishing acquisitions 11 and construction of general capital improvements to its facilities, including Westminster Village 12 Dover located in this City (the “Project”); and 13 14 WHEREAS, the Corporation desires to finance the Project by incurring debt to be evidenced 15 by one or more series of bonds or notes (the “Obligations”) to be issued by a governmental body for 16 the benefit of the Corporation (the “Issuer”) in an aggregate principal amount not to exceed 17 $30,725,000, with up to $3,200,000 being expended in this City for the Project; and 18 19 WHEREAS, the Issuer and the Corporation intend that the interest on the Obligations will 20 be qualified for exemption from federal income taxation under provisions of Section 103 of the 21 United States Internal Revenue Code of 1954, as amended (the “1954 Code”), including amendments 22 made by the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “1986 Code”), the 1954 Code and the 1986 Code 23 being referred to herein as the “Code” (such obligations are referred to herein as “tax-exempt 24 obligations”); and 25 26 WHEREAS, Section 147(f) of the Code requires that the governmental unit having 27 jurisdiction over the area in which a project to be financed with tax-exempt obligations is located 28 give its approval for the project to have the benefit of the use of tax-exempt obligations after a public 29 hearing on the matter. 30 31 NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover, 32 Delaware, as follows: 33 34 1. The advertisement and holding of a public hearing on behalf of the City regarding 35 the Project and the issuance of the Obligations as tax-exempt obligations, as required by Section 36 147(f) of the Code, is hereby authorized, approved, and ratified. 37 38 2. The Council of this City hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor and Council 39 President, upon receipt of a synopsis of the public hearing, to execute and deliver on behalf of the 40 Council of this City a Certificate of Approval with respect to the Obligations, such Certificate of 41 Approval to be substantially in the form attached hereto as Exhibit A, with appropriate insertions. 42 P.O. Box 475 ❖ Dover, Delaware ❖19903 Page 311 Community Excellence Through Quality Service

PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2023-10 PAGE 2 Item #33. 43 3. The approval granted hereby shall not, in any way, pledge or obligate the credit or 44 taxing power of this City, nor shall this City be liable for the payment of the principal of, or interest 45 on, any obligations issued as conduit financing through the Issuer for the Project, including the 46 Obligations. 47 48 4. Nothing in this Resolution is intended to be, nor shall it be construed as, an approval 49 of the Project or the Obligations by this City for any purpose other than the public approval 50 requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code. 51 52 5. All prior actions of this City taken in conformity with the intent and purposes of this 53 Resolution are ratified, confirmed, and approved. 54 55 6. All prior resolutions or parts of resolutions, insofar as such shall be inconsistent 56 herewith, shall be and the same expressly are repealed. 57 58 DULY ADOPTED this 24th day of July 2023, by the Mayor and Council of the City of 59 Dover, Delaware. 60 61 62 ADOPTED: * 63 64 ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN WILLIAM F. HARE MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT Actions History 05/22/2023 - Scheduled for Introduction - City Council P.O. Box 475 ❖ Dover, Delaware ❖19903 Page 312 Community Excellence Through Quality Service

PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2023-10 PAGE 3 Item #33. EXHIBIT A (FORM OF CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE CERTIFICATE OF APPROVAL The undersigned, being the Mayor and Council President of the City of Dover, Delaware, does hereby approve the issuance of obligations qualified under Section 103 of the Code to provide financing for the projects in the amount and on behalf of the Applicant as described below. This Approval is being given after due consideration of the minutes of a public hearing on the matter held on the date and at the time and place set forth below following reasonable public notice: Applicant: Presbyterian Senior Living Operator or Manager of Facility: Presbyterian Senior Living Maximum Aggregate Face Amount of Tax-Exempt Obligation to be Issued With Respect to the Facility: $30,725,000 (Up to $3,200,000 within this City). Functional Description of the Type and Use of Facilities Being Financed: Health center and retirement community facilities and equipment. Location of Facilities being Financed: Westminster Village Dover - 1175 McKee Road, Dover, DE 19904-2268 Time, Date, and Place of Public Hearing: 9:30 a.m.., prevailing local time, Thursday, June 29, 2023, remotely held pursuant to Rev. Proc. 2022-20. Notice of Public Hearing: Notice of Hearing published June 22, 2023, in the Delaware State News, Dover, DE. Synopsis of Hearing: A Synopsis of the Hearing is on file with the City. This Approval is given by the City solely for the purposes of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended. The obligations to be issued shall not constitute a debt or obligation of the City, and the City hereby assumes no obligation whatsoever with respect to payment of the same. This Certificate of Approval is not intended to be, nor shall it be construed as, an approval of the obligations to be issued for the benefit of the Applicant or of the projects to be undertaken by the Applicant for any purpose other than the public approval requirement of Section 147(f) of the Code. P.O. Box 475 ❖ Dover, Delaware ❖19903 Community Excellence Through Quality Service Page 313

PROPOSED COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2023-10 PAGE 4 Item #33. The foregoing approval is granted pursuant to authorization granted to the undersigned by resolution duly adopted on July 24, 2023, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have affixed their respective signatures, on this 24th day of July 2023. ADOPTED: ________________________________ ______________________________ ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN WILLIAM F. HARE MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT P.O. Box 475 ❖ Dover, Delaware ❖19903 Community Excellence Through Quality Service Page 314