Regular City Council Packet - REVISED

CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:30 PM City Hall Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware AGENDA THIS AGENDA AND PACKET HAVE BEEN REVISED BY EDITING ITEMS #27A CONSTRUCTION AND PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE BOARD OF APPEALS - ONE- YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 2025, #32B ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 2025 , #43A UNSHELTERED AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING LIAISON - ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 2025 & 44A HIGHER EDUCATION LIAISON - ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 2025 AND REMOVING ITEMS #41 CITY OF DOVER EMPLOYEE LIAISON- ONE-YEAR TERM TO EXPIRE MAY 2025 & #49 SETTING OF ELECTRIC, WATER, AND WASTEWATER RATES AND TARIFFS. 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/ym3ipj Event number: 2530 401 4130 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 Page 1

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - June 10, 2024 PAGE 2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Councilman Boggerty 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. RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution No. 2024-09 - Approval of the 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan 2. Resolution No. 2024-10 - Honoring the 95th Birthday of Reuben Salters 3. Resolution No. 2023-18 - Censure of Councilman William F. Hare PUBLIC HEARING 4. Electric Revenue Fund Budget (Staff Recommendation: Deferral of the Electric Revenue Fund Budget Public Hearing to the Regular Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, June 24, 2024, due to Delaware State News' inability to fulfill the agreed-upon deadline of May 31, 2024, to run the public hearing ad necessary for code compliance.) FINAL READING - The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinance was accomplished during the Council meeting of APRIL 22, 2024. The ordinance is available at the entrance of the Council Chambers and on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government." 5. Proposed Ordinance #2024-11 - Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive Ordinance #2024-11 - Review and Recommendation of a Rezoning application for a parcel of land consisting of 1.1024 acres +/-. The property is zoned C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone). The proposed zoning for the property is IO (Institutional and Office Zone). The property is located on the east side of College Park Drive (a private street) and north of State College Road. (The owner of record is Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC. Property Address: 1241 College Park Drive. Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000. Council District 4.) Planning Reference Z-24-05. CONSENT AGENDA ADOPTION OF MINUTES 6. Regular City Council Meeting of May 13, 2024 Page 2

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - June 10, 2024 PAGE 3 COMMITTEE REPORTS 7. Council Committee of the Whole Report May 14, 2024 Utility Committee 8. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 - Amending Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article V - Stormwater (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-20) 9. Proposed Ordinance #2024-21 - Amending Chapter 98 - Streets, Sidewalks, Storm Sewers, and Other Public Places, Article IX - Street Sweeping, and Article X - Leaf Collection Services (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-21) 10. Stormwater Utility Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual - Updated May 2024 (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) (Committee Recommendation: Approve as recommended) Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee 11. Discussion - Celebrating 250 Years of America's Independence (Councilman Anderson) (Committee Action Not Required) 12. Proposed Ordinance #2024-14 - Amending Chapter 1 - General Provisions, Sec. 1-17. - General penalty; separate offenses; unpaid fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-14) 13. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 - Amending Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-15) 14. Proposed Ordinance #2024-16 - Amending Chapter 46 - Fire prevention and protection (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-16) 15. Proposed Ordinance #2024-17 - Amending Chapter 90 - Solid Waste, Sec. 90-16. - Violations; penalties (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-17) Page 3

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - June 10, 2024 PAGE 4 16. Proposed Ordinance #2024-18 - Amending Chapter 114 - Vegetation, Article II - Weeds, Sec. 114-34. - Fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-18) 17. Proposed Ordinance #2024-19 - Amending Appendix F - Fees and fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) (Committee Recommendation: Approval of Ordinance #2024-19) MONTHLY REPORTS - April 2024 18. City Council’s Community Enhancement Fund Report 19. City Manager’s Report 20. Controller/Treasurer's Budget Report 21. Fire Chief's Report 22. Police Chief's Report APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN 23. Election Board - Three-Year Term to Expire May 2027 A. Alfreda F. Dean - First District B. Dr. Cherritta L. Matthews - Second District 24. Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Matthew D. Campana - Representative of Homeowners B. Charles Martin - Representative of Local Real Estate Industry Association APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT ANDERSON (DEFERRED DURING THE ANNUAL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024) 25. Council Committee of the Whole Subcommittee Chairs- One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Legislative, Finance and Administration Committee - Councilman Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. B. Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee - Councilwoman Tricia K. Arndt C. Safety, Advisory, and Transportation Committee - Councilman Andre M. Boggerty D. Utility Committee - Councilman Fred A. Neil 26. City Chaplain- One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Elder Ellis B. Louden 27. Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilman Andre M. Boggerty Page 4

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - June 10, 2024 PAGE 5 B. Councilman Fred A. Neil C. Councilman Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. 28. General Employee Pension Plan Board - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Julia M. Pillsbury B. Councilman Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. 29. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Board – One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Julia M. Pillsbury B. Councilman Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. 30. Police Pension Plan - Retirement Committee - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Julia M. Pillsbury B. Councilman Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. 31. Downtown Dover Partnership Board of Directors - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Tricia K. Arndt B. Councilman Fred A. Neil 32. Economic Development Committee - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Julia M. Pillsbury B. Councilman Fred Neil 33. Kent County Tourism Board - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilman Fred A. Neil 34. Kent Economic Partnership Board of Directors – One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Mayor Robin R. Christiansen (Council President Designee) 35. Human Relations Commission Liaison - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilman Roy Sudler, Jr. 36. City/County Committee - (Liaison to Kent County) - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Tricia K. Arndt 37. Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce Liaison – One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Julia M. Pillsbury B. Councilman William F. Hare 38. Education Liaison – One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Julia M. Pillsbury 39. Healthcare Liaison - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Julia M. Pillsbury 40. Dover Air Force Base (DAFB) Liaison - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilman William F. Hare 41. Community Engagement Liaison - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilman Andre Boggerty Page 5

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - June 10, 2024 PAGE 6 42. Unsheltered and Affordable Housing Liaison - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilman Gerald L. Rocha, Sr. 43. Higher Education Liaison - One-Year Term to Expire May 2025 A. Councilwoman Tricia K. Arndt 2024/25 ANNUAL COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS - COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE SUBCOMMITTEES - RECOMMENDED BY COUNCIL PRESIDENT ANDERSON AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS (DEFERRED DURING THE ANNUAL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024) 44. Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee A. William Garfinkel (Recommended by Chairman Rocha) B. Daniel T. Shevock (Recommended by Council President Anderson) 45. Parks, Recreation, and Community Enhancement Committee A. Michael Tholstrup (Recommended by Chairwoman Arndt) B. Michael W. Lewis (Recommended by Council President Anderson) 46. Safety Advisory and Transportation Committee A. Vonderlear Smack (Recommended by Chairman Boggerty) B. Chanda P. Jackson (Recommended by Council President Anderson) 47. Utility Committee A. Esosa Iriowen (Recommended by Chairman Neil) B. Michael Pugh (Recommended by Council President Anderson) ITEMS NOT ON THE CONSENT AGENDA 48. Luther Village Planned Neighborhood Design (PND) Senior Citizen Housing Option - Sketch Plan Review (Staff Recommends that City Council determine that Luther Village IV: Planned Neighborhood Design - Senior Citizen Housing Option is of such a Design and Type that warrants Further Review by the Planning Commission. Staff Further Recommends that City Council Refer the Proposal to the Planning Commission for Further Review. Planning Reference: MI-24-06) 49. Tentative Labor Contract with Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) 50. Stormwater Utility Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual - Updated May 2024 (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) (Committee Recommendation: Approve the Stormwater Utility Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual with Staff Amendment to 3.4 Charge Adjustment Appeals Applications Procedures.) ORDINANCES FIRST READING - The First Reading is offered on the Proposed Ordinance. Final action by Council will take place during the Second Reading on JUNE 24, 2024. The ordinance is available at Page 6

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING - June 10, 2024 PAGE 7 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. 51. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 - Amending Chapter 110 - Utilities, Article V - Stormwater (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) 52. Proposed Ordinance #2024-21 - Amending Chapter 98 - Streets, Sidewalks, Storm Sewers, and Other Public Places, Article IX - Street Sweeping, and Article X - Leaf Collection Services (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) 53. Proposed Ordinance #2024-14 - Amending Chapter 1 - General Provisions, Sec. 1-17. - General penalty; separate offenses; unpaid fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) 54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 - Amending Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) 55. Proposed Ordinance #2024-16 - Amending Chapter 46 - Fire prevention and protection (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) 56. Proposed Ordinance #2024-17 - Amending Chapter 90 - Solid Waste, Sec. 90-16. - Violations; penalties (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) 57. Proposed Ordinance #2024-18 - Amending Chapter 114 - Vegetation, Article II - Weeds, Sec. 114-34. - Fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) 58. Proposed Ordinance #2024-19 - Amending Appendix F - Fees and fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) 59. Proposed Ordinance #2024- 26 - Fiscal Year 2024/2025 City of Dover Budget Ordinance FINAL READING - The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting of MAY 13, 2024. The ordinance is available at the entrance of the Council Chambers and on the City's website at www.cityofdover.com under "Government." 60. Proposed Ordinance #2024-12 - Amending Chapter 38 - Emergencies by adding Article III - Emergency Services 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 7

Item #1. City of Dover MAYOR AND COUNCIL COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2024-09 1 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE 2024 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 2 ACTION PLAN 3 WHEREAS, the City of Dover is entitled to $309,594 through the United States Department of 4 Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant program; and 5 WHEREAS, the City of Dover has prepared the 2024 Action Plan, in accordance with the United 6 States Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines, that serves as the primary 7 planning document for identifying and meeting the housing and community development needs 8 for the low and moderate-income residents of Dover; and 9 WHEREAS, the City of Dover is in favor of utilizing the Community Development Block Grant 10 funds for the community development purposes in accordance with the National Community 11 Development objectives of benefiting low and moderate income families, eliminating slums and 12 blight, and meeting other community development objectives; and 13 WHEREAS, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development requires the City 14 of Dover to submit a Consolidated Plan and an Action Plan for Application for Federal Assistance 15 including the proposed use of funds and including certain certifications and policies to obtain its 16 $309,594 entitlement; for eligible activities; and 17 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY 18 OF DOVER APPROVE THE 2024 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan and 19 application for Federal Assistance included in the Action Plan, along with certifications and 20 policies attached and authorize its forwarding to the United States Department of Housing and 21 Urban Development for consideration. 22 ADOPTED: ________________________________ ______________________________ 23 ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN DAVID L. ANDERSON 24 MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT 25 Actions History 26 06/10/2024 – Scheduled for Introduction - City Council P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 Community Excellence Through Quality Service Page 8

Item #3. City of Dover MAYOR AND COUNCIL COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2023-18 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: WHEREAS, on October 3, 2023, the Commission received a complaint filed by Cameron Eisenbraun alleging ethical violations by Council President William Hare; and WHEREAS, once the Commission had reviewed the complaint, it was decided that in order to further evaluate the complaint the Complainant and the Respondent would be asked to appear at a hearing before the Commission in order to make a determination whether an ethical violation had occurred, all in accordance with Sec. 30-73(f), which hearing was duly held with both the Complainant and the Respondent giving testimony and responding to questions; and WHEREAS, the Commission noted that since the Respondent is a City Official, the Commission may propose actions to the City Council that are appropriate to its findings in accordance with Sec. 30-73(o); and WHEREAS, after the hearing was closed, the Members of the Commission voted unanimously that Respondent had made contact with a City Employee regarding her duties and functions, which should not have been made so that his conduct was in violation of the ethical standards provided in Secs. 30-20(a)(2), (3), (4), and (b); and WHEREAS, in accordance with the provisions of Sec. 30-73(o), the Commission unanimously decided that a censure of Respondent's conduct should be reported to City Council of the City of Dover. NOW, THEREFORE, this censure of Respondent is directed to be served upon Council of the City of Dover for Respondent's actions and conduct with a City Employee, although he was pursuing a complaint issued by this employee on behalf of a constituent in violation of ethical conduct cited in Secs. 30-20(a)(2), (3) (4) and (b). ADOPTED: ________________________________ ______________________________ ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN DAVID L. ANDERSON MAYOR COUNCIL PRESIDENT Action History 06/10/2024 – Scheduled for Introduction – City Council P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 Page 9 Community Excellence Through Quality Service

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Item #5. City of Dover PETITION TO AMEND ZONING DISTRICT Public Hearing Before the Dover City Council on June 10, 2024 Recommendation from Planning Commission Meeting of May 20, 2024 With Staff and Development Advisory Committee Review Application: Rezoning Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO Owner: Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC Address: 1241 College Park Drive Location: Located on the east side of College Park Drive (a private street) and north of State College Road Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000 Overall Parcel Size: 1.1024 +/- acres Present Use: Office Building 2019 Comprehensive Plan Designation-Land Use Category Office and Office Parks Present Zoning: C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) Proposed Zoning: IO (Institutional and Office Zone) Request: Rezoning 1241 College Park Drive (Parcel C in the College Park Complex) from C-PO to IO to amend zoning to allow for more uses to attract potential tenants File Number: Z-24-05 Ordinance Number: 2024-11 Planning Commission Recommendation: The Application Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive was represented by Nik Patel of the Avi Consulting Group on behalf of the property owner. A Public Hearing was conducted on May 20, 2024 where no members of the public spoke, and no written comments were received regarding the Rezoning application. The Planning Commission’s motion to recommend approval of the proposed rezoning from C-PO to IO (Institutional and Office Zone) resulted in a 7-0 vote in favor (two members absent). (Draft Meeting Minutes attached.) P. O. Box 475 Dover, DE 19903 Page 11 Community Excellence Through Quality Service

Item #5. Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO Planning Commission Recommendation Report from May 20, 2024 Page 2 of 7 APPLICATION: Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive, Dover DE: Rezoning C-PO to I-O This Rezoning Application was referred to the Planning Commission as per Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 §5. The Planning Commission is required to provide a Review Report to the City Council. The following document and attachments are provided as the Review Report and Planning Commission Recommendation. I. APPLICATION SUMMARY: This Rezoning Application is for a parcel of land consisting of 1.1024 acres +/-. The property is zoned C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone). The proposed zoning for the property is IO (Institutional and Office Zone). The property is located on the east side of College Park Drive (a private street) and north of State College Road. The owner of record is Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC. Property Address: 1241 College Park Drive. Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.00-02- 12.08-000. Council District 4. Ordinance #2024-11 Existing Property: The applicant property was purchased on July 11, 2022. It was previously damaged by a storm and deemed condemned. It was renovated between 2022 and 2023 to its existing condition as an 11,700 SF building with tenant spaces to be leased. The property is part of the College Park Business Park. Previous Applications: The September 9, 2022 Planning Commission meeting denied a Conditional Use application (C- 22-03) for the conversion of an existing two-story 11,700 SF Building to serve as Office/ Retail on the first floor and Apartments (9 units) on the second floor. The project also included building additions for stair towers and a laundry room. Surrounding Land Uses The surrounding parcels are zoned a mix of institutional, commercial, and industrial: IO (Institutional and Office Zone), C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone), and M (Manufacturing Zone). The property to the west (on the other side of College Park Drive) is owned by the Capital School District and contains North Dover Elementary School. The 6 properties to the north and northeast are zoned M (Manufacturing Zone) on the bend of College Park Drive that ends in a cul-de-sac. Adjacent properties to the south and southeast are zoned C- PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) containing offices/assembly area buildings. II. COMPREHENSIVE PLAN COMPLIANCE REVIEW In the 2019 Comprehensive Plan, the Land Development Plan (Map 12-1) recommends that this property be used for Office and Office Parks. The goals and polices for Office Areas are listed in the 2019 Comprehensive Plan excerpts presented below (page 12-18): Page 12

Item #5. Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO Planning Commission Recommendation Report from May 20, 2024 Page 3 of 7 Office Parks The Land Development Plan designates specific tracts of land of various sizes for Office and Office Park land uses. Office Park development involves an integrated development of office buildings with shared entrances, driveways and parking. The majority of uses permitted within an Office Park are generally weekday professional office uses involving very little or no activity at night or on weekends. For this reason, the Office Park designation may be viewed as a transitional use category when situated between more intense commercial and industrial land uses and residential land uses. This designation usually involves the C-PO (Commercial/Professional Office Zone) zoning district. These areas are located throughout the City with established office concentrations in the Enterprise Business Park, along Silver Lake Boulevard, on College Park Drive, along Old Rudnick Lane, the Northgate Center, and elsewhere. Scattered office uses are also located along Saulsbury/McKee Road and within designated “Mixed Use” areas in the Eden Hill Farm Traditional Neighborhood Design (TND). Smaller scale areas for office parks are the Woodbrook complex on South Governors Avenue, office complexes along Walker Road, and areas along Route 8. The Rezoning Request to IO (Institutional and Office Zone) is consistent with the Land Use Classification of Office and Office Parks. Table 12-1: Land Use and Zoning Matrix (from the 2019 Comprehensive Plan) specifies that the following zones are compatible with this Land Use classification. See the excerpt from Table 12-1 given below. CPO (Commercial and Professional Office) Office and Office Parks IO (Institutional and Office) IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing) RGO (General Residence and Office) III. ZONING REVIEW Request for IO (Institutio0nal and Office) Zoning The following code excerpt of the IO zoning district is provided from Article 3 §10 of the Zoning Ordinance. Article 3 Section 10. Institutional and office zone (IO). 10.1 Uses permitted. In an institutional and office zone (IO), no building or premises shall be used, and no building or part of a building shall be erected, which is arranged, intended, or designed to be used, in whole or in part, for any purpose, except the following: (a) Business, professional, or governmental offices. (b) Banks. (c) Research, design, and development laboratories. (d) Public and institutional uses including hospitals, medical clinics, libraries, police stations, courthouses, transit centers, schools, colleges, universities, places of public assembly, philanthropic and charitable institutions, parks, playgrounds, public indoor recreation centers, athletic fields. (e) Public utility rights-of-way and structures necessary to serve areas within the city. Page 13

Item #5. Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO Planning Commission Recommendation Report from May 20, 2024 Page 4 of 7 (f) Child day care centers, provided they are established in accordance with all applicable state regulations pertaining to child care and provided that they are established and maintained in accordance with article 5, section 14 of this ordinance. (g) Emergency shelters and transitional housing. (h) Adult day care facilities provided they are established in accordance with all applicable state regulations pertaining to adult care and provided that they are established and maintained in accordance with article 5, section 22 of this ordinance. 10.2 Conditional uses. The following uses are permitted, conditional upon the approval of the planning commission in accordance with the procedures and subject to the general conditions set forth in article 10, section 1: (a) Firearm ranges, prisons, and correctional facilities. (b) Public incinerators. (c) Hotels and restaurants. 10.3 Accessory uses. The following uses shall be permitted accessory to other permitted uses on a lot. (a) Clinics, cafeterias, and recreational facilities. (b) Motor vehicle storage and repair facilities accessory to a public or institutional use. (c) Restaurants that are on a campus and intended to support users of the campus. 10.4 Uses prohibited. The following uses are prohibited: (a) Landfills, dumps. 10.5 Enclosed buildings. All permitted uses and all storage accessory thereto, other than offstreet parking, shall be carried on in buildings fully enclosed on all sides, except for outdoor eating areas associated with restaurants approved by the city planner. 10.6 Performance standards. All uses are subject to performance standards as set forth in article 5, section 8.1. 10.7 Site development plan approval. Site development plan approval in accordance with article 10, section 2 hereof shall be required prior to the issuance of building permits for the erection or enlargement of all structures and prior to the issuance of certificates of occupancy for any change of use. IV. RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING STAFF: This Request is to rezone lands from C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office Zone). The current CPO zone is mainly commercial in nature with the zoning district permitting offices, banks, and medical laboratories type uses with other commercial uses only allowed through a conditional use review process when the use is accessory to a permitted use on the same lot. The C-PO zone also allows for conditional use review to create residential uses in the form of apartments, multi-family residences, and one- family residences. While both zones are commercial in nature, the IO Zone generally does not allow for residential dwelling units instead focusing on offices, public buildings, places of public assembly, institutional uses, and recreation related facilities. The additional uses in the IO zone beyond office uses are similar to the uses in the surrounding area such as schools and institutional buildings. The IO zone also allows for uses including Child Day Care Centers and Adult Day Care Facilities that would be allowed in any zone per the Zoning Ordinance, Article 5 §22. In the IO zone, the allowable residential uses are related to institutional facilities like housing at colleges, emergency shelter facilities, and transitional housing (allowed by definition in a single-family house setting). Page 14

Item #5. Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO Planning Commission Recommendation Report from May 20, 2024 Page 5 of 7 As part of the process to change the zoning district of a property outlined in Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 Section 5, the City Planner must evaluate the following factors when considering the request: Article 10 § 5.22 City planner report. For each proposed zoning text amendment, the city planner shall issue a report to the planning commission and city council, including comments from other reviewing agencies, that evaluates the following factors: (A) Whether such change is consistent with the aims and principles embodied in the ordinance as to the particular zones concerned; and (B) Whether such proposed amendment is consistent with the aims of the comprehensive plan of the city. Staff recommends that the Rezoning be granted to IO (Institutional and Office Zone). The proposed zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan for the Office and Office Parks land use category classification, as it fits the goals of the Comprehensive Plan by keeping these pockets of office areas where people generally only work during business hours. Rezoning to IO is one of the possible zoning districts eligible for consideration in this land use category classification. College Park Drive, which serves this office and business park is off College Road, which is one the City’s east-west transportation corridors. The Comprehensive Plan attempts to put employment centers adjacent to main transportation routes. There is existing infrastructure for water, sanitary sewer, and electric services that serves the property (and could be expanded if necessary); and the police, fire, and emergency medical services already service the area. This Rezoning Request does not grant approval of a specific use for the property but makes its land use subject to a listing of uses permitted and potential conditional uses as allowed in IO (Institutional and Office Zone) zoning district. Were the application for Rezoning to be recommended by the Planning Commission and subsequently approved by the City Council, the applicant would still have to submit plans and/or permits for review for most uses of the site to be established. This recommendation is being made without the benefit of hearing the comments of surrounding landowners and residents. A public hearing is required on this matter and the Planning Commission should give those comments consideration. V. PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW FOR RECOMMENDATION This Rezoning Application is a request for a zoning map amendment which changes the zoning district of a property. The Planning Commission as part of their public hearing and review process will provide a recommendation on the rezoning request to City Council. As part of the process outlined in Zoning Ordinance, Article 10 Section 5, the Planning Commission must evaluate the following factors when considering the request: Article 10 § 5.36 Report of the planning commission. Regarding each application for a zoning map amendment, the planning commission shall provide a report to the city council Page 15

Item #5. Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO Planning Commission Recommendation Report from May 20, 2024 Page 6 of 7 stating a recommended action with regards to the proposed amendment, along with the commission's evaluation of the following factors: (A) Whether the uses permitted by the proposed change would be compatible with the existing uses and zones in the area concerned; (B) Whether adequate public services and infrastructure exist or can be created or expanded to serve the needs of any additional demand as a result of such change; and (C) Whether the proposed change is in accordance with the city's current comprehensive plan. A Recommendation Report from the Planning Commission will be forwarded to the City Council for their consideration of the Rezoning Application Z-24-05. This document and its attachments make up the Recommendation Report. RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION: At the Hybrid (In-Person and Virtual) Planning Commission Meeting of May 20, 2024, the Rezoning Application Z-24-05 was represented by Nik Patel of Avi Consulting Group on behalf of the property owner Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC. During the Public Hearing, no members of the public spoke, and no written comments were received. The Planning Commission’s motion was to recommend approval for Rezoning application Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive from C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office) to IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and resulted in a vote of 7-0 in favor of rezoning (two members absent). The reasons cited for the recommendation of approval include a better opportunity for viable businesses and more useful tenants at the vacant building; consistency with the City’s 2019 Comprehensive Plan; and with reference to the Planning Staff’s recommendations of approval (uses of the zoning district, compatibility with Comprehensive Plan, and presence of existing infrastructure) in the Development Advisory Committee Report. See also the included excerpt of the DRAFT Meeting Minutes of the May 20, 2024 Planning Commission meeting. The comments received from the other member agencies of the Development Advisory Committee (D.A.C.) are also provided. VI. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT: 1) The applicant shall be aware that approval of any Rezoning application does not represent Site Development Plan or Subdivision Plan. Following any decision made by City Council regarding this Rezoning, then an application for a Site Plan, Subdivision Plan, and/or appropriate Building Permits must be submitted to the Planning Department prior to the establishment of a use, development activity, or any construction activity on the site. The applicant should contact the Planning Staff to determine the appropriate review process for any proposed projects. 2) The applicant shall be aware that approval of any Rezoning application does not represent a Building Permit, Demolition Permit, Sign Permit, or other construction activity permit Page 16

Item #5. Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO Planning Commission Recommendation Report from May 20, 2024 Page 7 of 7 approval. A separate application submission is required before issuance of permits by the City of Dover. 3) The applicant shall be aware that any future use and/or buildings may be subject to a separate permitting or licensing processes through the City of Dover Licensing and Permitting Division. All businesses operating in the City of Dover are required to obtain a City of Dover Business License. Certain types of uses also require a Public Occupancy Permit or Rental Dwelling Permits. ATTACHMENTS: • Zoning Map Exhibit • Application Z-24-04 Submission: Existing Conditions Plan Sheet • Development Advisory Committee Comments from City of Dover Departments of Public Works and Water & Wastewater, Electric Department, City Office of the Fire Marshal, DelDOT, Kent Conservation District, and Dover/Kent County MPO • Excerpt from DRAFT Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2024 • Proposed Ordinance #2024-11 Page 17

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Item #5. UTILITY LINE LEGEND Surveying LINES SHOWN ARE AS FIELD MARKED BY MISS UTILITY LOCATE SWR SWR SWR SWR SANITARY SEWER LINE UE UE UE UNDERGROUND ELECTRIC LINE PL O T TV TV TV TV UNDERGROUND CABLE LINE BO 332 AUDREY LANE, SMYRNA, DE 19977 FAX:(302) 678-8255 OK GL GL GL GL GL GL GAS LINE #1 WL WL WL WL WL WL WATER LINE 04 , PA 43 GE #5 5 40 42 43 41 SURVEYOR PhONE: (302) 678-8115 BUILDING - RIGHT SIDE VIEW BUILDING - REAR VIEW 44 45 24' WIDE CROSS ACCESS EASEMENT AS GRAPHICALLY DEPICTED ON RECORD PLAN LOCATION MAP LOCATION MAP N (SCALE : 1" = 1,200') N N (SCALE : 1" = 400') N NOTED 45 PLAN PREPARED BY DATA COLUMN: BUILDING - LEFT SIDE VIEW BUILDING - FRONT VIEW ED-05-067.00-02-12.09-000 KENT PROPERTY ID # - ALL OF: ........................................ ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000 PARCEL B2 ZONING CLASSIFICATION: ............... CPO - COMMERCIAL PROFESSIONAL OFFICE LANDS NOW OR LATE OF CORRECTIONAL OFFICERS ASSOCIATION OF DELAWARE 30.0' PROPERTY ADDRESS: ................................................. #1241 COLLEGE PARK DRIVE 897 W bIRDIE LN, MAGNOLIA, DE 19962 -- D/R 4831-289 -- ZONED CPO -- DOVER, DELAWARE 19904 EMAIL: NIKhIL@NIKhILASSOCIATES.NET ED-05-067.00-02-12.05-000 PARCEL E OWNER OF RECORD: ...................................................................... CHARLES CHIANG SURVEYORS CERTIFICATION #105 QUAIL RUN LANDS NOW OR LATE OF ESVEE PROPERTIES LLC S 32°36'00" E 215.23' CAMDEN WYOMING, DELAWARE 19934 I, WILLIAM A. ELLIOTT, HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A -- D/R 2848-69 -- ZONED CPO -- REGISTERED SURVEYOR IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE, PROPOSED 6' TALL PRIVACY SITE PLAN PREPARER: ................................................. ELLIOTT SURVEYING, CORP. THAT THE INFORMATION SHOWN HEREON HAS BEEN CONTOUR MAP FENCE AROUND PROPOSED 30.0' N N #332 AUDREY LANE, SMYRNA, DELAWARE 19977 PREPARED UNDER MY SUPERVISION AND TO THE BEST (SCALE : 1" = 100') (SOURCE: KENT COUNTY GIS MAPPING SYSTEM) DUMPSTER SITE X X OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF REPRESENTS GOOD AVI CONSULTING GROUP, LLC 897 W BIRDIE LN, MAGNOLIA, DELAWARE 19962 SURVEYING AS REQUIRED BY THE APPLICABLE LAWS BRL BRL BRL BRL 15' BRLBUILDING SETBACKBRL BRL LINE BRL BRL BRL BRL BRL X BRL BRL X BRL BRL OF THE STATE OF DELAWARE. -- BUILDING SETBACKS PER ARTICLE 3 BRL X X BRL MANHOLE §1.14 OF CITY OF DOVER ZONING ORDINANCE SacB PARKING SPACES (13) FRONT YARD SETBACK: ............................................................................................. 10' -TYPICAL SIDE YARD SETBACK: .................................................................................................. 5' REAR YARD SETBACK: ............................................................................................... 15' WILLIAM A. ELLIOTT, PLS BRL GRAPH BRL 32.0' SITE ACREAGE - EXISTING : ............................ 1.1024 ACRES +/- (48,021 SQ. FT. +/-) 30' WIDE CROSS ACCESS EASEMENT AS SITE ACREAGE - PROPOSED: ............................................. NO CHANGE PROPOSED AS CATCH BASIN REG. NO. DATE GRAPHICALLY DEPICTED ON RECORD PLAN EMENT NOTED PARKING SPACES - EXISTING: ......................................... 54 SPACES + 2 HANDICAP BRL BRL REVISIONS SS EAS PARKING SPACES - PROPOSED: ................................................... NONE PROPOSED OTED MARK DATE DESCRIPTION S ACCE ECORD PLAN N TREES - REQUIRED: .................................................................................................... 16 SacC TREES - EXISTING: .......................................................................................................16 FgcA BRL BRL TREES - PROPOSED: ....................................................................... NONE PROPOSED E CROS HbB CROSSWALK CONCRETE WALK PARKING SPACES (8) ED ON R SANITATION - EXISTING: ................................................................................. PRIVATE CONCRETE WALK 64' WID DOUBLE LIGHT POST 32.0' SacB PERMITTED IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE - ALLOWED: ............................................. 75% 5' BUILDING SETBACK LINE BRL BRL - TYPICAL DEPICT PERMITTED IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE - EXISTING: ......................................... 68.58% BRL BRL PERMITTED IMPERVIOUS COVERAGE - PROPOSED: ...... NO CHANGE PROPOSED PARKING SPACES (14) ICALLY MONUMENTS FOUND: ................................................................................................... 4 MONUMENTS PROPOSED: ............................................................................................ 0 BRL WASTEWATER: .................................................................................... CITY OF DOVER WATER: ................................................................................................. CITY OF DOVER EXISTING USE: .......................... CPO - COMMERCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICE PROPOSED USE: ............................................................. IO - INSTITUTIONAL OFFICE BRL RESIDENTIAL APARTMENTS - SECOND FLOOR HORIZONTAL DATUM: .................................................... PLOT BOOK #104, PAGE #55 CROSSWALK INE ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000 S 57°24'00" W 243.00' 5.54' KLL PARCEL C BRL BR BAC R SW LANDS NOW OF CHARLES CHIANG CONTAINS 1.1024 ACRES +/- E 24 INRGL SET PARKING SPACES (13) HbB -- D/R 12023-1 -- ZONED CPO -- GENERAL NOTES: SWR ED-05-067.00-02-12.00-000 DB BRL PARCEL B1 1. IMPROVEMENTS ARE LOCATED AS SHOWN. IMPROVEMENT DIMENSIONS ARE S 0" IL LANDS NOW OR LATE OF SHOWN FOR CONFORMITY PURPOSES ONLY; ANY OTHER USE OF SAID WR 9'0 BRL5' BU STOLTZFUS, LLC DIMENSIONS SHALL BE AT THE RISK OF THE USER(S). ELLIOTT SURVEYING, N 49SW°R0 CORP. SHALL BEAR NO LIABILITY OF MISUSE OF SAID DIMENSIONS. PARKING PARKING BRL -- D/R 10173-120 -- ZONED CPO -- 2. LOT SHOWN IS SUBJECT TO EASEMENTS AND RESTRICTIONS OF RECORD. HkB SPACES (4 +1) SPACES (2 +1) 3. ALL CERTIFICATIONS HEREON ARE VALID FOR THIS PLAN AND COPIES RAMP THEREOF, ONLY IF SAID PLAN AND COPIES BEAR THE IMPRESSION SEAL AND FacA SIGNATURE, IN RED INK, OF THE LICENSED LAND SURVEYOR WHOSE NAME T PIPE CONCRETE WALK BRL R BRL APPEARS HEREON. THIS PLAN IS NOT TO BE SW FIRE DEPARTMENT CONNECTION DUPLICATED/COPIED/TRANSMITTED FOR ANY REASON WITHOUT THE WRITTEN OPEN VESTIBULE CONSENT OF ELLIOTT SURVEYING, CORP. FURTHERMORE, ELLIOTT LVER UE AC SURVEYING, CORP. SHALL BEAR NO LIABILITY FOR UNAUTHORIZED USE OF SWR 61.0' THIS MAP. BRL 12" CU BRL 4. WE HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS PLAN WAS PREPARED FOR THE UE INDIVIDUAL(S) NOTED BELOW, NO RESPONSIBILITY IS IMPLIED AND/OR R ASSUMED BY THE SURVEYOR TO ANY FUTURE LAND OWNER OR OCCUPANT. CONTOUR MAP SW N (SCALE : 1" = 400') (SOURCE: hTTPS://WEbSOILSURVEY.NRCS.USDA.GOV) N ED-05-067.00-02-12.04-000 ELECTRIC METER 5. THIS PLAN IS BASED UPON THE RECORD PLAN(S) NOTED AND/OR DEED R BRL PARCEL F UE BRL RECORDS SHOWN THUS (D/R), AND PHYSICAL EVIDENCE FOUND. OWNERS INFORMATION EXTERIOR 2nd FLOOR 6. NO CERTIFICATION AS TO TITLE TO THE SUBJECT LOT IS EXTENDED, AND/OR LANDS NOW OR LATE OF CP DRIVE, LLC TV SW INGRESS/EGRESS UE SOILS MAP UNIT LEGEND ASSUMED BY, THE PREPARER HEREOF. -- D/R 9363-272 -- ZONED CPO -- 7. THIS PROPERTY MAY BE IMPACTED BY STREAMS, DITCHES, PONDS, OR UE BRRL LAKES. KENT COUNTY HAS REGULATIONS REGARDING THE PRESERVATION OF SacB -- SASSAFRAS SANDY LOAM, 2 TO 5 PERCENT SLOPES, MID-ATLANTIC COASTAL PLAIN TV SW BRL UE CHARLES CHIANG of STREAMS, DITCHES, PONDS, OR LAKES AND THE DEVELOPER IS ADVISED TO SacC -- SASSAFRAS SANDY LOAM, 5 TO 10 PERCENT SLOPES, MID-ATLANTIC COASTAL PLAIN UE 2 STORY METAL BUILDING CONSULT WITH KENT COUNTY PLANNING SERVICES TO DETERMINE THE HbB -- HAMBROOK SANDY LOAM, 2 TO 5 PERCENT SLOPES CONCRETE WALK #1241 COLLEGE PARK DRIVE SETBACKS FROM STREAMS, DITCHES, PONDS OR LAKES. hKb -- HAMBROOK-URBAN LAND COMPLEX, 0 TO 5 PERCENT SLOPES TV AC UE CHIANG & SONS PROPERTIES, LLC SWR 8. FLOOD MAP PANEL 100001C0166H, EFFECTIVE 05/05/2003 REVEALS NO FacA -- FALLSINGTON SANDY LOAMS, 0 TO 2 PERCENT SLOPES, MID-ATLANTIC COASTAL PLAIN BRL BRL IMPACT ON THIS PROPERTY. AIR CONDITIONING AC UE UNIT - TYPICAL 9. SOURCE OF TITLE TO SUBJECT TRACT BEING D/R 12023-1, DATED TV R 17-MAY-2022. #105 QUAIL RUN SW 10. FOOTPRINT OF EXISTING BUILDING IS 5,850 SQ. FT. +/-. CAMDEN WYOMING, DELAWARE 19934 UE UE TV BRL GAS METER 30.0' BRL 11. SPRINKLER SYSTEM EXISTS FOR ENTIRE BUILDING. SWR GL UE UE 2 STORY METAL BUILDING TV SITE PLAN PREPARED FOR BRL SWR GL UE BRL UE TV LEGEND FOR LINES/SYMBOLS UE 32.2' ELECTRIC METER UTILITY CONDUIT WV TV SW R GL TV TV UE BRL BRL BRL -- BUILDING RESTRICTION LINE CHARLES CHIANG BRL UE COMCAST BOX 26.7' BRL UE UE -- EXISTING BOUNDARY LINE TV TV TV GL R TV BRL SW BRL BRL TV BRL 10' BRL BUILDING BRL SETBACK LINE BRL BRL BRL BRL BRL UE BRL BRL BRL -- EXISTING CULVERT PIPE #1241 COLLEGE PARK DRIVE UE TV UE UE UE TV UE CONCRETE WALK -- CENTERLINE OF ROAD DOVER, DELAWARE 19904 TV SWR TV UE TV TV TV TV TV TV TV UE GL UE UE UE UE -- EASEMENT LINE S 32°36'00" E 170.36' WV UE CONCRETE UE WALK UE UE UE UE UE N UE 32°36'00" UE UE WUE180.00' TAX MAP #: ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000 UE R TV SW GL TV LARGE TRANSFORMER -- FOUND IRON PIPE WATER VALVE H Y D UTILITY BOX ON CONCRETE SLAB - TYPICAL EAST DOVER HUNDRED - TYPICAL FIRE HYDRANT -- FOUND RE-BAR CITY OF DOVER 30.0' TV GL TV SW R EDGE OF PAVEMENT WV -- WATER VALVE KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE TV GL -- UTILITY BOX DRAWN BY: NIK PATEL TV AC -- HVAC UNIT CHECKED BY: --- COLLEGE PARK DRIVE - - 60' WIDE / P R I V A T E - - TV GL TV SCALE: 1"=20' -- EXISTING TREE DATE: 03-APR-2024 TV GL TV EDGE OF PAVEMENT -- FIRE HYDRANT DATE OF FLD WRK: JUN-2022 H Y D 30.0' DATE CRNRS SET: N/A SURVEYOR CERTIFICATION: -- MANHOLE OWNER CERTIFICATION: FIELD BOOK/PAGE: N/A I, WILLIAM A. ELLIOTT, HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM A REGISTERED SURVEYOR IN THE STATE OF DELAWARE, THAT THE INFORMATION SHOWN HEREON HAS BEEN PREPARED UNDER MY WE, CHARLES CHIANG, HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I AM THE LEGAL OWNER OF THE PROPERTY SCJ FILE NAME: 1241_CollegePark Rd_Field Data SUPERVISION AND TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF AND THAT THIS PLAN DESCRIBED AND SHOWN ON THIS PLAN, THAT THE PLAN WAS MADE AT MY DIRECTION AND THAT SCALE 1" = 20' REPRESENTS GOOD SURVEYING PRACTICES AS REQUIRED BY THE APPLICABLE LAWS OF THE I ACKNOWLEDGE THE SAME TO BE MY ACT AND DESIRE THE PLAN TO BE DEVELOPED AS SHOWN DRAWING #: 1241_CollegeParkRd_v2 STATE OF DELAWARE. IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS. SITE PLAN - AS-BUILT CONTRACT #: 1241_CollegeParkRd SCALE: 1" = 20' WILLIAM A. ELLIOTT DATE CHARLES CHIANG DATE 0' 10' 20' 40' 60' SHEET 1 ___ OF 1 ___ Page 19

Item #5. CITY OF DOVER DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: MAY 1, 2024 APPLICATION: Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive FILE #: Z-24-05 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Department of Public Works and Water & Wastewater CONTACT PERSON: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater CONTACT PHONE #: 302-736-7025 CONTACT EMAIL #: jlyon@dover.de.us T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE . T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT : CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS SANITATION / STREETS / STORMWATER / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL 1. Our office has no objections to the proposed rezoning of tax parcel ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000. Any redevelopment shall adhere to the City of Dover Water/Wastewater Handbook and the Specifications, Standards & Procedures for Public Works Construction. Impact fees may be applied to this property. Future development shall comply with all aspects of the City of Dover’s Cross Connection Control Program. RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES SANITATION / STREETS / STORMWATER / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL 1. None ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT SANITATION / STREETS / STORMWATER / WATER / WASTEWATER / GENERAL 1. None I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE . Page 20

Item #5. CITY OF DOVER DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY STAFF D.A.C. MEETING DATE: MAY 1, 2024 APPLICATION: Lands of Chaing & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive Rezoning C-PO to IO FILE #: Z-24-05 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover Electric Department CONTACT PERSON: Shawn Burgett, Engineering Services & System Ops Superintendent CONTACT PHONE #: 302-674-7568 CONTACT EMAIL #: sburgett@dover.de.us T HE S UBJECT P ROPOSAL HAS BEEN R EVIEWED FOR C ODE C OMPLIANCE , P LAN C ONFORMITY AND C OMPLETENESS IN A CCORDANCE WITH THIS A GENCY ’ S A UTHORITY AND A REA OF E XPERTISE . T HE F OLLOWING I TEMS HAVE BEEN I DENTIFIED AS E LEMENTS W HICH N EED TO BE A DDRESSED BY THE A PPLICANT : CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS ELECTRIC Our office has no objection to the rezoning of: ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000. RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES ELECTRIC 1. Should this site be redeveloped, which includes modifications to the use, the applicant / developer will be responsible for all costs associated with providing the appropriate meter / service to this site based upon the use including any necessary system upgrades or extensions. The appropriateness and adequacy of electric and meters will be assessed at that time. 2. Any redevelopment shall adhere to the City of Dover’s Electric Service Handbook. https://evogov.s3.amazonaws.com/media/27/media/13108.pdf. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT ELECTRIC 1. None. I F Y OU H AVE A NY Q UESTIONS OR N EED TO D ISCUSS ANY OF THE A BOVE C OMMENTS , P LEASE C ALL THE A BOVE C ONTACT P ERSON AND THE P LANNING D EPARTMENT AS S OON AS P OSSIBLE . Page 21

C F #5. Z-24-05 Item I I T R CITY OF DOVER Y E DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE O M F A APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY R D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 05/01/24 D S O H V A E L R APPLICATION: Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties LLC at 1241 College Park Dr FILE #: Z-24-05 REVIEWING AGENCY: City of Dover, Office of the Fire Marshal CONTACT PERSON: Jason Osika, Fire Marshal PHONE #: (302) 736-4457 josika@dover.de.us THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY, AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESS BY THE APPLICANT: CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS: 1. Proposal is a rezoning application from C-PO to IO. This office has no objections. 2. The installation of natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators, valves, and LP gas bottles shall be protected from impact damage by impact protection. Natural gas and LP gas meters, regulators, and valves located inside structures shall have impact protection, except when located in separate protected utility rooms. Dimensions of bollards. Bollards shall be a minimum of six-inch diameter filled with concrete. The bollard shall be set into the ground at a depth of at least 36 inches (three ft.) embedded in concrete at a minimum of 18 inches surrounding the bollard. The bollards must be a least 48 inches (four ft.) in height above the finish grade elevation. Any deviation of the stated requirements must be approved by the fire marshal and/or chief building inspector. The above dimensions shall serve as the requirement for installation; however, the fire marshal and/or chief building inspector shall have the authority to require more stringent dimensions to fit the needs of devices warranting impact protection. Color of bollards. Bollards should be of the following colors; yellow, amber or orange. All colors shall be of fluorescent or have a reflective coating. Any deviation of the stated requirements must be approved by the fire marshal and/chief building inspector. (City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 46-4) 3. Every house, building or structure used or intended for use as living quarters or as a place for conducting business, and having any wall facing or abutting any public or private street or alley, shall have displayed on that wall, in legible, easily read characters which are of contrasting color Page 22

Item #5. to the background, the proper street number for such house, building, or structure in accordance with the following: One-family and two-family residential structures, height, the number shall measure a minimum of four inches in height, location, the number shall be placed on the house above or to the left or right of the front entrance, color, the number shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers shall be Arabic numerals. Multiple-family dwellings, measurements, the number shall measure a minimum of six inches when identifying individual apartments with exterior doors, and 12 inches when identifying buildings with apartment complexes where there are two or more buildings not assigned street addresses. Individual buildings with street addresses shall have numbers measuring six inches, location, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, color, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals. Commercial, industrial and office buildings, height, the numbers shall measure a minimum of 12 inches in height, location generally, numbers shall be placed either in the center of the building or on the street end of the building so as to be visible from either the public or private street or from the parking lot, property line or driveway, should the building be located far enough from a public or private road so that the numbers are not clearly visible from the street, then the street address shall also be posted on the property at or near the property line or driveway to said building, color; each building, numbers shall be contrasting to the background color and shall be placed on each building in the complex, Arabic numerals, all numbers used shall be Arabic numerals, Shopping centers. Shopping centers consisting of two or more stores shall have a tenant or suite number affixed to the front of the tenant space and on the outside of the rear door which corresponds with that tenant space. Numbers shall measure six inches in height. (City of Dover Code of Ordinances, 98-344) 4. Full building and fire plan review is required. 5. Separate building permits/plans submission will be required for each building and/or tenant fit out. If the permit submission is for a “shell” a Certificate of Occupancy will not be issued. Separate plans and permits submissions will be required for each “tenant fit out” at which time a Certificate of Occupancy will be issued upon compliance/completion of each “tenant fit out”. Each “shell” will require a fire permit for sprinkler and fire alarm if applicable. Those systems (for the “shell”) must be accepted into service prior to any “tenant fit out” fire permits being issued. 6. Construction or renovations cannot be started until building plans are approved. Page 23

Item #5. 7. Fire alarm systems, fire suppression systems, hoods, exhaust ducts, and hood suppression systems require a fire permit from the Fire Marshal’s Office. This work cannot be started until the permit is approved. 8. Building cannot be occupied by the public until a Certificate of Occupancy is obtained. ADDITIONAL / SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TO OBTAIN APPROVAL: 1. Any proposed building use would fall under an additional review/ APPLICABLE CODES LISTED BELOW (NOT LIMITED TO): 2021 NFPA 1 Fire Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association) 2021 NFPA 101 Life Safety Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association) 2019 NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm and Signaling Code (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association) 2019 NFPA 13 Installation of Sprinkler Systems (NFPA; National Fire Protection Association) 2009 IBC (International Building Code) Latest editions of all other NFPA Codes as defined by the Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations 2021 Delaware State Fire Prevention Regulations City of Dover Code of Ordinances *If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above contact person listed. Page 24

Item #5. CITY OF DOVER D E DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE L APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY D O T =============================================================== APPLICATION: Lands of Chiang & Sons Property FILE#: Z-24-05 REVIEWING AGENCY: DelDOT CONTACT PERSON: Will Mobley PHONE#: 302-760-2141 =============================================================== THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY'S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT: CITY & STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS: No person, firm, corporation or the like shall construct, open, reconstruct, maintain, modify or use any crossing or entrance onto a state-maintained highway, street or road, including any drainage modifications leading into or carried by the highway drainage system, without first having complied with standards and regulations adopted by the Department and having obtained a permit issued by the Department. Please contact the Delaware Department of Transportation - Development Coordination section to begin permit process. RECOMMENDATIONS SUGGESTED AS CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL TO MEET CODE OBJECTIVES: ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT: 1. The Department has not comments for this project. Page 25

KENT CONSERVATION DISTRICT Item #5. 1679 SOUTH DUPONT HIGHWAY • DOVER, DELAWARE 19901• (302) 608-5370 • WWW.KENTCD.ORG CITY OF DOVER DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY MAY 2024 APPLICATION: Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive Rezoning C-PO to IO FILE #: Z-24-05 REVIEWING AGENCY: Kent Conservation District CONTACT PERSON: Kate Owens PHONE: (302) 608 – 5370 EMAIL: stormwater@kentcd.org THE SUBJECT PROPOSAL HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR CODE COMPLIANCE, PLAN CONFORMITY AND COMPLETENESS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS AGENCY’S AUTHORITY AND AREA OF EXPERTISE. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS HAVE BEEN IDENTIFIED AS ELEMENTS WHICH NEED TO BE ADDRESSED BY THE APPLICANT: Source: 2019 Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations CITY AND STATE CODE REQUIREMENTS: Kent Conservation District has no objection to the proposed rezoning for the above referenced site. ADVISORY COMMENTS TO THE APPLICANT: Soil disturbance (e.g. clearing, grading, excavations, tree clearing, or stoning) equal to or greater than 5,000 square feet requires a Sediment and Stormwater Management Plan to be submitted and approved by the Kent Conversation District prior to the commencement of disturbance. Page 26

Item #5. CITY OF DOVER Dover/Kent DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE County Metropolitan APPLICATION REVIEW COMMENTARY Planning D.A.C. MEETING DATE: 5/8/2024 Organization Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive FILE # Z-24-05 REVIEWING AGENCY: Dover/Kent County MPO CONTACT PERSON: Malcolm Jacob PHONE #: (302) 387-6030 Issues of concern to the MPO are effective transit, reducing the amount of vehicle emissions by shortening or eliminating trips, and facilities for alternative modes of transportation, including bicycle and pedestrian access. The MPO considers the bicycle facilities required by the City of Dover to be the standard for all applications, not to be waived. City of Dover Planning Commission Zoning Review Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive 1) The MPO does not have any objections to the proposed rezoning. The property already contains sidewalks for pedestrian access along College Park Drive and around the existing building. Any future changes to the property should ensure continued, safe access by various modes of transportation, including pedestrians, bicyclists, and motor vehicles. If you have any questions or need to discuss any of the above comments, please call the above contact person and the Planning Department as soon as possible. Page 27

Item #5. CITY OF DOVER PLANNING COMMISSION May 20, 2024 Excerpt from Meeting Minutes – Draft The Meeting of the City of Dover Planning Commission was held on Monday, May 20, 2024 at 7:00 PM as an In-Person Meeting and also using the phone/videoconferencing system Webex. The Meeting Session was conducted with Chair Mrs. Maucher presiding. Members present were Mr. Cooper, Mr. Roach (virtual), Mr. Witham, Mrs. Denney, Mr. Baldwin, Mrs. Welsh, and Mrs. Maucher. Dr. Jones and Mr. Reaves were absent. Staff members present were Mrs. Dawn Melson-Williams, Ms. Katherine Oehmke, Mr. Jason Lyon (virtual), and Mrs. Kristen Mullaney. NEW APPLICATIONS Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO - Public Hearing and Review for Recommendation to City Council of a Rezoning application for a parcel of land consisting of 1.1024 acres +/-. The property is zoned C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone). The proposed zoning for the property is IO (Institutional and Office Zone). The property is located on the east side of College Park Drive (a private street) and north of State College Road. The owner of record is Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC. Property Address: 1241 College Park Drive. Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.00-02- 12.08-000. Council District 4. Ordinance #2024-11. The First Reading of the Proposed Ordinance was held on April 22, 2024 and Public Hearings scheduled for Planning Commission on May 20, 2024 and City Council on June 10, 2024. Representative: Mr. Nik Patel, Avi Consulting Group Ms. Oehmke stated that the Rezoning for Mr. Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive is located on the east side of College Park Drive. It’s a private street north of State College Road. It’s just over one acre. It is currently an office building. It is zoned C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone). This property has a little bit of history. There was a storm that came through Dover and condemned the building. The property was purchased by Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC in July 2022. In September 2022, they did try to put through a Conditional Use Application that was heard by the Planning Commission. It was denied and in January 2023, a Building Permit was approved for renovations. They speedily finished their renovations and received their Certificate of Occupancy by December 2023. The screen shows a rendering of what the building currently looks like. They did a lovely job fixing that up. This is the Site Plan of the property with its parking and landscaping. The use comparison between the C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) and the IO (Institutional and Office Zone) as you can see on the screen, gives them quite a few more opportunities for tenants to use the space within the building, including as places of public assembly and child care centers. For this property, according to the Comprehensive Plan Land Use Category is Office and Office Parks. This allows for mainly daytime use, and it’s tucked into a little office park as you can see here. If there are any questions, we have Mr. Nik Patel, the real estate agent for the client here. Mr. Patel stated that he is representing the client and the description from Ms. Oehmke was Excerpt of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2024 Page 1 of 2 Page 28

Item #5. pretty thorough. Currently, the property is still vacant. It is for sale and lease; they just haven’t had any activity. A lot of the requests that they are getting are for uses that are under IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and not the C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone). They felt like this would be a good opportunity to get the building back up and running and hopefully marketable for lease or for sale. Mrs. Maucher opened the public hearing and after seeing no one wishing to speak, closed the public hearing. Mrs. Denney stated that she wants to note that within this there is an elimination for street frontage sidewalk as well as the upright curbing and with the change of zoning. Responding to Mrs. Denney, Mrs. Melson-Williams stated that she thinks that Mrs. Denney is mixing up applications; this is a Rezoning application. Mr. Witham stated that Staff does make a recommendation to the Commission that the proposed zoning is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. He should have asked this question to the applicant earlier, but he was wondering how long this matter has been on the market for the existing businesses under the current zoning? Responding to Mr. Witham, Mr. Patel stated that it’s actually been on the market since prior to our completion of our Certificate of Occupancy. So, it’s been over eight months. Mr. Witham asked if there were any takers yet. Responding to Mr. Witham, Mr. Patel stated no. Mrs. Welsh moved to recommend approval to City Council for application Z-24-05 Lands of Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC at 1241 College Park Drive: Rezoning C-PO to IO, seconded by Mr. Witham and the motion was carried 7-0 by roll call vote with Dr. Jones and Mr. Reaves absent. Mrs. Welsh voting yes; as mentioned in the request for the Rezoning to IO (Institutional and Office Zone), that provides a better opportunity for the parcel to be turned into a viable business and to get rid of a vacant building that is just sitting there and that has been destroyed at one point and now re-accomplished. Mr. Cooper voting yes; for reasons stated. Mr. Roach voting yes; for reasons stated. They have been cooperative with the Planning Staff, and it fits the Comprehensive Plan. Mrs. Denney voting yes; she thinks after all of the time and not having any interest in the zoning that exists, that the change in zoning may help allow this building to have useful tenants now. Mr. Witham voting yes; for the reasons set forth by his fellow Commissioners and also to include the reasons set forth in the Staff recommendation and this Rezoning would be consistant with the Comprehensive Plan. Mr. Baldwin voting yes; for reasons stated. Mrs. Maucher voting yes; for reasons stated. Excerpt of Planning Commission Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2024 Page 2 of 2 Page 29

Item #5. FINAL READING City of Dover CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024-11 1 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF 2 THE CITY OF DOVER CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY 3 LOCATED AT 1241 COLLEGE PARK DRIVE 4 5 WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property 6 within the limits of the City of Dover; and 7 8 WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted 9 use of property below from C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) to IO 10 (Institutional and Office Zone). 11 12 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE 13 CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: 14 15 1. That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning 16 Ordinance of the City of Dover have been amended by changing the zoning designation 17 from C-PO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) to IO (Institutional and Office 18 Zone) on that property located at 1241 College Park Drive (on the east side of College Park 19 Drive (a private street) and north of State College Road, consisting of 1.1024 acres, owned 20 by Chiang & Sons Properties, LLC. 21 22 (Tax Parcel: ED-05-067.00-02-12.08-000; Planning Reference: Z-24-05; Council District 4) 23 24 ADOPTED: * 25 26 Action History 27 06/10/2024 – Scheduled for Public Hearing/ Final Reading – City Council 28 05/20/2024 – Public Hearing – Planning Commission 29 04/22/2024 – First Reading – City Council Page 30

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING The Annual City Council Meeting was held on May 13, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., with Mayor Christiansen presiding. Council members present were Mr. Anderson, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, Mrs. Arndt (via WebEx), Mr. Rocha, Mr. Sudler, Mr. Lewis, and Mr. Hare. Staff members present were Police Chief Johnson, Ms. Marney, Mr. Hugg, Ms. Melson-Williams, Chief Carey, Mr. Rodriguez, and Ms. Bennett. OPEN FORUM The Open Forum was held at 6:15 prior to commencement of the Official Council Meeting. Mayor Christiansen declared the Open Forum in session and reminded those present that Council was not in official session and could not take formal action. Mr. James Wilson, 1430 South Governors Avenue, Dover, stated that he is trying to understand the electric billing system process. Mr. Wilson inquired about the process of assembling bills. He asked whether they are based on meter readings or assumption of consumption. He also questioned how electric bills are being executed. Mr. Wilson suggested that an internal investigation should be requested if meters are not being read. He referenced Federal Trade Commission laws, stating that individuals should not be required to pay more than they should be billed. Additionally, he inquired about any changes in the billing system, who directed the council to make these changes, and the legality of these changes. Responding to Mr. Wilson, Mayor Christiansen stated that he would have City Staff respond to him. Mr. Enrico Stratton, 66 Barrett Court, Felton, stated that he is a community activist in Dover and is concerned with the community. He expressed that he observes significant revitalization occurring and he is concerned about the poor people and where they fit in with the new businesses that are going in Dover. Mr. Stratton stated that construction is going on, meaning someone is being pushed out somewhere. The question is who is being pushed out. He explained that a new courthouse is being built, which means they are looking to put someone in those courthouses. Since the courthouse that is already up is not big enough, they need a bigger courthouse, and it seems that they are projecting that someone is going to commit crimes, or that they want someone to commit crimes. This is just like building schools. Schools are built because there is not enough room to accommodate the people who live in that general area. Ms. Lachelle Paul, 501 Silverside Road, Wilmington, stated that her first question was directed at Chief of Police Thomas Johnson. She inquired about allegations from constituents that he had used a city vehicle for personal use, potentially on taxpayer dollars rather than for official city business. She questioned if this had occurred and if such actions would constitute a violation of the city code. She stated that she would assume the allegations were true if she did not receive a response. Her second question was directed to Councilman Hare. She noted that constituents alleged an ethical misconduct complaint, and that the resolution of the complaint was not disseminated to the public. She questioned whether this indeed occurred. Ms. Paul emphasized the importance of transparency, noting that the council is responsible for adhering to the article under the Dover code. This code specifies that if there is a complaint and a resolution, the resolution must be disseminated to the Page 31

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 2 public. Ms. Paul explained that the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted, but she sought clarification on how the resolution was made public. She mentioned that a constituent contacted her, expressing concern about the city council not following proper procedures. Ms. Paul questioned why it would take until May 24th to receive the FOIA information, noting that when she requested information from the chief’s office, she received it within hours. She suspects a cover-up, as she believes the requested information should be provided promptly, rather than after several days. Responding to Ms. Paul, Mayor Christiansen stated that he would provide her with the information requested. PRELUDE God Bless America was sung by Ceasar Rodney High School Student Madison Skelley. INVOCATION The invocation was given by Bishop Carol Boggerty. PRESENTATION OF THE COLORS The colors were presented by Dover High School Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC). PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by South Dover Elementary 4th Grade Spanish Immersion Class. NATIONAL ANTHEM The National Anthem was sung by Dover High School Student, Izabella Raughley. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Boggerty, and unanimously carried. ELECTION OF COUNCIL PRESIDENT/VICE-MAYOR Mayor Christiansen opened the floor for nominations for Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2023/2024. Mr. Neil moved to nominate Mr. Anderson to serve as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2024/2025, seconded by Mr. Sudler. Mr. Sudler moved to close the nominations, seconded by Mr. Rocha, and unanimously carried. REPORTING OF ELECTION RESULTS BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN Mayor Christiansen reported that David Levi Anderson had been elected to serve as Council President/Vice-Mayor for 2024/2025. Page 32

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 3 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 requests, in which event the matter shall be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered a separate item. Mr. Lewis requested that Item #22, F. and G. be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered as a separate item. Mr. Anderson requested that Item #25 B. be removed from the Consent Agenda and considered as a separate item. Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the consent agenda as amended, seconded by Mr. Anderson, and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. PROCLAMATION - COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, since 1965, First State Community Action Agency has improved the lives of scores of individuals and families throughout the City of Dover by promoting solutions to a broad range of challenges. The Agency strives to ignite economic growth and promote economic stability, which builds stronger communities, fosters self-sufficiency, and helps to ensure that all citizens are able to live in dignity; and WHEREAS, First State Community Action Agency has provided greater opportunities for those in need of assistance by creating pathways to prosperity through programs that offer benefits such as job training, affordable housing, and utility assistance for seniors; and WHEREAS, First State Community Action Agency offers innovative solutions that create a greater chance of success for everyone and continues to be a voice for the disenfranchised in our community. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim May 2024 as COMMUNITY ACTION MONTH in the City of Dover in recognition of the hard work and dedication of the First State Community Action Agency. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation to Ms. Bernice Edwards, from First State Community Action. PROCLAMATION – ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WEEK The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, City of Dover’s Economic Development is under the Mayor’s Office, partnering with local organizations who are committed to advancing the economic development profession by providing resources, professional development, and networking opportunities; and WHEREAS, Economic Development Week gives economic development professionals a platform to showcase to the City of Dover the contributions made to their local economy Page 33

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 4 throughout the year, and aims to increase awareness for local programs that create jobs, advance career development opportunities, and improve the quality of life in the City of Dover; and WHEREAS, economic developers promote economic well-being for the City of Dover by creating, retaining, and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth, and provide a stable tax base; and WHEREAS, economic developers stimulate and incubate entrepreneurism in order to help establish the next generation of new business, which is the hallmark of the City of Dover economy. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim May 6-10, 2024, as Economic Development Week in the City of Dover and remind individuals of the importance of this community celebration which supports the expansion of career opportunities and improving quality of life. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation to Ms. Linda Parkowski, Kent Economic Partnership. PROCLAMATION – NATIONAL POLICE WEEK The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, in 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day, when U.S. flags should be flown at half-staff, and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week that offers honor, remembrance, and peer support, while allowing law enforcement officers, survivors, and citizens to gather and pay homage to those who gave their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others; and WHEREAS, the National Law Enforcement Memorial located in Washington D.C holds the names of 24,067 officers who died in the line of duty throughout U.S. history, dating back to the first known death in 1786. The Delaware Law Enforcement Memorial is in the City of Dover located on the south side of Legislative Mall which contains the names of 45 officers who died in the line of duty since 1863; and WHEREAS, each year, hundreds of names of officers killed in the line of duty are engraved on the walls of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. For the year 2024, 282 additional law enforcement officers’ names will be engraved; and WHEREAS, the purpose of National Police Week is to honor the role of law enforcement in service to society, by recognizing the sacrifices and valor of law enforcement, educating the community, and making it safer for those who serve. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim May 10th-16th, 2024, as National Police Week in the City of Dover and publicly salute the service of Law Enforcement Officers in our community and communities across the nation. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation to Dover Police Chief Thomas Johnson, City of Dover Police Department. Page 34

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 5 PROCLAMATION – PUBLIC WORKS WEEK The City Clerk read the following Proclamation into the record: WHEREAS, our public works professionals focus on infrastructure and services that are of vital importance to sustainable and resilient communities and to the public health, high quality of life, and well-being of the people of the City of Dover; and WHEREAS, these infrastructures and services could not be provided without the dedicated efforts of public works professionals of the City of Dover Department of Public Works, Sanitation, Streets, Stormwater, and Administration Divisions, who are responsible for operating, maintaining, improving, and protecting our city’s environment, solid waste systems, rights-of- way, which are essential for our citizens; and WHEREAS, it is in the public interest for the citizens, civic leaders, and children of the City of Dover to gain and maintain knowledge and progressive interest regarding the importance of public works and public works programs in the community; and WHEREAS, the American Public Works Association 2024 National Public Works Week theme, “Advancing Quality of Life for All,” showcases how City of Dover public works professionals contribute to and enhance the quality of life to the City of Dover resident in which they proudly serve. NOW, THEREFORE, I, ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN, MAYOR OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE, do hereby proclaim May 19th-25th, 2024, as PUBLIC WORKS WEEK in the City of Dover and urge all citizens and organizations to learn more about the topics involved in providing public works, and to recognize the contributions that the dedicated Department of Public Works employees make every day to our health, safety, comfort, and quality of life. On behalf of the Mayor and Council, Mayor Christiansen presented the proclamation to Mr. Mark Nowak, Public Works Director. STATE OF THE CITY MESSAGE - MAYOR ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN Mayor Christiansen offered the following State of the City Message: “My fellow citizens of Dover, Mr. President, honorable members of council and city staff. Tonight, it is once again my honor and pleasure to deliver to you the State of the City address. Today I am here to report to the citizens of Dover that we, like many other communities across the state and our nation, face many challenges such as public safety, growth concerns, financial sustainability, and social issues. We are a strong, viable community that embraces opportunity and hard work so that those who dream or realize the full potential for a better life for themselves and their children. This city was built on the dreams of those who came before us, those who live here today, and those who will follow us in future generations. Page 35

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 6 Today, we must continue to dream big. I want to recognize those who make this city a great place to live, work, and play. Public safety is job one (1). If we don’t have a safe city, no one will want to live, work, play, or locate their business here. We have an excellent and outstanding police department with men and women who worked tirelessly to continue to build a 21st-century community policing organization. Despite the manpower challenges that we face each day, community- oriented policing is for all the communities of our city. I point sadly to the recent uptick of four senseless homicides that occurred in our city. Several people’s lives have been impacted and changed forever. This violent behavior is completely uncalled for and will not be tolerated. It must stop today. The only upside to this is the quick clearance of these crimes and the apprehension of those who committed them. This was not accomplished by sedentary police substations or bicycles. This was accomplished by good old-fashioned police work and community cooperation. Now, I call for the judicial system in this state to give these victims and their families the justice they deserve. Now is the time. The community demands this justice. We continue to have an outstanding volunteer fire department, Robbins Hose Company Number One, serving as the Dover Fire Department, which has served this community for 142 years. Thank you to the men and women who protect our families every day, 24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week, 365 days out of the year. This is done with the valiant efforts of our volunteers. If you have time and want to make a large impact on your community, I welcome you to join them. They are always looking to add to their membership, so please reach out to them if you are interested. As we move forward with a new provider for our EMS ambulance service, we thank the employees at St. Francis for their dedicated service. Over the last five (5) years, many of you will see familiar faces coming on board with the new provider as they take jobs with the ambulance. Let me assure you that the Mayor and Council guarantee that the excellence of our ambulance service will continue uninterrupted as we welcome the new service into Dover. To all our city employees, thank you to each of you in every department. If it were not for you and your dedication to this city, it would not be the great place that it is. Community excellence through quality service is what you provide each day. We all know that the success of this city lies not only with the Mayor and Council but with the numerous organizations. Such as the Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce, the Kent County Economic Partnership, the Downtown Denver Partnership, and many other organizations dedicated to the today of this city and the future tomorrow. And let us not forget one of the largest economic engines and job creators in the City of Dover, the Dover Air Force Base. A bright note regarding the Dover Air Force Base is the increased flight use of the base with a joint use agreement, which Page 36

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 7 is close to being signed. I would like to thank our congressional delegation for their diligence and attention to this most vital agreement. With this agreement, we now have the opportunity to bring DHL Amazon, UPS, and FedEx, as well as the potential of commercial airline carriers to the city, creating many new jobs. Also with this agreement, many of those who retire from the base may choose to remain here as part of our community with the skills they learned and earned while serving our country, making our community a more viable place to live and adding to the fabric of our city. Dover has been discovered as a place to do business. Examples of this are the Garrison Oak Lots in our industrial park, and major construction in other areas of the city at Enterprise Business Park, Lafferty Lane, Horse Pond Road, and Ridgeley Street. We added a new major employer, which plans to expand Del Marva Corrugated Box Company. There are indications of expansion of other legacy businesses such as Kraft Heinz, Energizer, Heiser, and Proctor and Gamble. In four (4) years, we have added over 500 jobs to the job market here in the City of Dover and about $175 million in new investment in our city. A forward-looking master plan for Downtown Dover and significant financial support from the governor and the state legislature offers the promise of a revitalized and vibrant capital city. As well as, anchored by the new family court, the ongoing redevelopment of the former post office, the old Dover Post mixed-use project, and a mosaic plan for the former Acme site. Our commercial areas are thriving with new businesses coming regularly, including gourmet cookies, ethnic foods, drinking establishments, car personal care services, and renovated personal office space. We welcomed a new business, the Rail Haus that so many of our citizens are enjoying. There are several institutions of higher education and the value they add to our community. Likewise, we continue to work closely with Capital School District, Ceasar Rodney, and all other schools in our city to provide safe schools and assist them as they prepare future generations to carry forward our legacy. Finally, I want to recognize Neighborgood Partners and Habitat for Humanity as they continue to revitalize our downtown by building houses for families that become homes. We thank them for their efforts, but not all those who need a home have a home or shelter. I continue to look forward to the unsheltered working groups, continued efforts to work toward a solution for those issues and the root causes that contribute to those situations this evening. We stand ready to meet the challenges of today while we look toward a bright future for all our citizens. I ask each of you here in this chamber and in the audience and our city to join with the Mayor and Council and our city staff to make a bright future for everyone. I continue as I have believed throughout my entire life to believe in Dover, and I hope that you believe in Dover too. Thank you.” Page 37

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 8 PUBLIC HEARING – REMOVAL OF CERTAIN PARCELS (22 ACRES) FROM THE DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, briefed members on the Removal of Certain Parcels (22 Acres) from the Downtown Development District. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Hugg stated that these properties are owned by various government entities, including the post office, state courts, the state transit center, and the City of Dover. They are publicly owned, so they are not eligible for funding. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Hugg stated that two (2) private properties are affected due to the redefining of the district boundary. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Hugg stated that the property owners were all notified by certified mail. An ad was run in the Delaware State News and the consultant had reached out to talk to the owners of the two (2) properties. The ad was published on May 3rd and the certified letters are dated May 3rd. Mayor Christiansen declared the hearing open at 7:15 p.m. There was no one present wishing to speak during the public hearing. Mayor Christiansen declared the hearing closed at 7:16 p.m. Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of removing 22 acres from the Downtown Development District, seconded by Dr. Pillsbury, and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-06 – SUPPORTING THE APPLICATION FOR A FIVE- YEAR EXTENDED DESIGNATION AS A DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT The City Clerk read the following Resolution into the record: A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF THE APPLICATION FOR A FIVE-YEAR EXTENDED DESIGNATION AS A DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT. WHEREAS, under the Downtown Development Districts Act, 22 Del. C. §§ 1901 et seq. (the “Act”), the State of Delaware may designate districts within Delaware’s cities, towns, and unincorporated areas that will qualify for significant development incentives and other state benefits; and WHEREAS, these districts are known as Downtown Development Districts (“District”); and WHEREAS, in 2015, the downtown area of the City of Dover was designated as a Downtown Development District for an initial ten-year period; and WHEREAS, the Office of State Planning Coordination has developed a renewal application process to evaluate the performance of district responsibilities by the municipality, the continued need for the district, and its effectiveness in achieving program goals, with such applications being due six months prior to expiration; and WHEREAS, application materials must include an updated district plan including updated goals, objectives, strategies, and key priority projects, a program evaluation, and a discussion of Page 38

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 9 the continued need for the District designation supported by data, and information about the proposed incentive package to achieve the purposes set forth in the Act (the “Local Incentives”) and; WHEREAS, Applicants may revise the original District Boundary as a part of the renewal process to meet the redevelopment goals of the next five-year period; and WHEREAS, if the renewal application is successful and the City receives a five-year extension of its District designation, the District Plan and Local Incentives proposed by the City shall be binding; and WHEREAS, the incentives associated with designation as a Downtown Development District have and are expected to continue to greatly benefit current and future residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, and others within the City of Dover; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Dover strongly believes that it is in the best interest of the City of Dover to apply for a renewal of the District designation. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: 1. The City Council supports the Application for a five-year extension of District Designation prepared by Rossi Group and dated March 2024 (the “Application”); and 2. The City of Dover is authorized to appoint a District administrator (the “Administrator”) to file the Application on behalf of the City, and to provide such other documents and information as may be necessary or desirable in connection with the Application; and 3. If the Application is successful and the City of Dover receives notice of District renewal: a. The City shall adhere to the District Plan and the Local Incentives contained in the Application for the duration of the District designation; and b. The Administrator, or their designee(s), is authorized to execute such documents and enter into such agreements as may be necessary or desirable in connection with the Downtown Development Districts program and the rights and obligations of the City of Dover thereunder; and c. The Administrator, or their designee(s), is authorized to carry out all District administrative and reporting requirements on behalf of the City of Dover for the duration of the District. ADOPTED: May 13, 2023 Mr. Neil moved for the approval of Resolution No. 2024-06. The motion was seconded by Dr. Pillsbury, and by a unanimous roll call vote. Page 39

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 10 PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024-09- LANDS OF LINDA DUNCAN AT 600 FOREST STREET A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider the rezoning of the property located at 600 Forest Street, consisting of 0.51 +/- acres, owned by Linda Duncan. The property is currently zoned IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone), and the proposed zoning is C-2A (Limited Central Commercial) and remaining subject to the H (Historic District Zone). This property is located on the south side of Forest Avenue and near the west end of Loockerman Street. (Tax Parcel: ED-05-076.12-02-44.00-000 and ED-05-076.12-02-45.00-000. Council District Four). Responding to Ms. Melson-Williams, Mr. Lewis noted that on page 76, under existing property, it states that the property is currently within the City of Dover Historic District Zone and is also listed in the National Register of Historic Places as part of the Victorian Dover Historic District. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Melson-Williams stated that the Historic District Commission did not review the rezoning application because the rezoning application was not seeking changes to the Historic District Zone Designation. The property remains in place and any future development on the site would be subject to review by the Historic District Commission as part of the review process called the Architectural Review Certification. She explained if they were seeking to make changes to the Historic District Zone, then it would have gone before the Historic District Commission. Since no changes are being made, a review is not required. Responding to Ms. Melson-Williams, Mr. Rocha stated that when he looked at the property at 600 Forest Street, it looked like an island. He wanted clarity on the location. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Melson-Williams stated that the location is kind of a triangular piece of land, and it is occupied by state offices. It is a vacant tract of land, and it is bounded by a number of streets and parking lot areas. Responding to Ms. Melson-Williams, Mr. Rocha asked if the property is limited to redevelopment. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Melson-Williams stated that the size and shape of the property are going to present some challenges for redevelopment. It will be up to the designers to comply with code requirements for the placement of the building and parking access. Mayor Christiansen declared the hearing open at 7:29 p.m. There being no one present wishing to speak during the public hearing, Mayor Christiansen declared the hearing closed at 7:30 p.m. Mr. Neil moved for approval of Ordinance #2024-09 as recommended by the Planning Commission, seconded by Mr. Boggerty, and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. PUBLIC HEARING/FINAL READING OF PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024-10-LANDS OF WHITE MARSH ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS, INC AT 1100 & 1110 SOUTH LITTLE CREEK ROAD A public hearing was duly advertised for this time and place to consider the rezoning of the property located at 1100 & 1110 South Little Creek Road, consisting of 10.7146 +/- acres, owned by White Marsh Environmental Systems, Inc. c/o Tidewater Utilities. The property is currently zoned CPO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone) and the proposed zoning is IPM Page 40

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 11 (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone). This property is located on the south side of South Little Creek Road and west of State Route 1. (Tax Parcel: ED-05-077.12-01-03.00-000. Council District Two). Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2024-10 be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Mr. Rocha, and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting on March 25, 2024.) Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Melson-Williams explained that they plan to store several pieces of equipment in a designated building. They would also maintain inventory for items such as water meters and pipes. Some of that would be potentially stored inside a warehouse-type facility while other items may be stored in a work yard for material storage for their operations. Ms. Melson- Williams continued to explain that they are looking to be able to plan on-site and can do so because of the need to stockpile items. They would like to consolidate the storage to a central location from several existing locations. She explained that they are a utility water service provider in Kent County. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Melson-Williams stated that she was not aware of them storing any chemicals or flammable material, but that would not be part of the rezoning request. It would be part of any development in the IPM, which is called the Performance Standards Review application process with the Planning Commission. There are certain objectionable elements that they have to prove that they are not doing. That would be something to address at that time. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Melson-Williams stated that there is a commercial entrance onto South Little Creek Road, and that it is a state-maintained road. She explained that they would probably learn during the peak times of the school and elect not be move heavy equipment during those peak times. Most operations learn the best times to go to and from their sites. Mayor Christiansen declared the Public Hearing opened at 7:41 p.m. Mr. Mike Ryman, Becker Morgan Group, 309 South Governors Avenue, Dover, stated that they are the engineers for the project. He explained that Ms. Melson-Williams had indicated that the property is known as Tidewater property and resides on Little Creek Road. The property is zoned CPO, is under 11 acres and the request is to change to IMP. The importance of this request is to allow for the construction of a storage building behind the headquarters and outdoor storage. Mr. Ryman stated that the materials that they are planning to store on-site are pipes, pertinences, hydrants, valves, and meters. No chemicals are intended to be stored on-site. He concurred with Ms. Melson-Williams that, following the rezoning process, the site plan review process would be initiated to ensure compliance with the requirements outlined in the IMP zoning. There will be less than 10 trucks on site, resulting in minimal traffic disruption. As part of a site plan review, DelDOT would be part of the process and would be able to weigh in as to whether the additional number of trucks would cause any issues. Mr. Ryman explained that it is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan and that they did go to the Planning and Zoning Commission. The vote was 9-0 in favor of the request, with staff recommending support for the rezoning application. This would allow for the longstanding business of Tidewater Utilities to continue to operate in the city more efficiently by consolidating some of these uses right in their backyard, as opposed to being scattered throughout the city. Page 41

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 12 Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Ryman explained that any proposed plan would be accompanied by a traffic analysis. However, they are not yet presenting a detailed plan. Instead, they are seeking to rezone the property to align with the Comprehensive Plan’s guidelines. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Ryman stated that he was not sure how to answer his question and that DelDOT does have criteria on how to evaluate the traffic. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Ryman stated that they are looking to have less than 10 trucks. Mr. Ray Ball, Director of Planning Development for Tidewater, 132 Big Ditch Road stated that employees drive pick-up trucks and utility vehicle trucks that carry small equipment, such as tools and small parts. Occasionally, they do have a small dump truck. Mr. Ball stated the biggest thing is inventory. They are in the process of building a two-year inventory. He explained that traffic is not going to change that much because everyone comes in and comes out relatively early in the morning. Mr. Ball does not expect a big change in the traffic flow. He is in support of this project. Mr. Zack Prebula, Kent Economic Partnership, 555 South Bay Road, Dover, stated that he is in support of the project. He explained that this serves as a prime example of a local company facing the challenges of supply chain shortages and proactively seeking solutions to expand and meet the needs of its clients. Mayor Christiansen declared the Public Hearing closed at 7:50 p.m. Mr. Neil moved for approval of Ordinance #2024-10, as recommended by the Planning Commission. The motion was seconded by Mr. Rocha, and by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted Ordinance #2024-10, as follows: AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF DOVER BY CHANGING THE ZONING DESIGNATION OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2161 FORREST AVENUE WHEREAS, the City of Dover has enacted a zoning ordinance regulating the use of property within the limits of the City of Dover; and WHEREAS, it is deemed in the best interest of zoning and planning to change the permitted use of property described below from R-10 (One Family Residence Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone) to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone). NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL, MET: 1. That from and after the passage and approval of this ordinance the Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance of the City of Dover has been amended by changing the zoning designation from R-10 (One Family Residence Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone) to RM-2 (Medium Density Residence Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone) on that property located at 2161 Forrest Avenue (on the south side of Forrest Avenue west of Dover High Drive), consisting of 11.9973+/- acres, owned by Jireh Christian Center, Inc. Page 42

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 13 (Tax Parcel: ED-05-075.00-01-05.00-000; Planning Reference: Z-23-01; First Council District) ADOPTED: May 13, 2024 ADOPTION OF MINUTES - REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF APRIL 22, 2024 The Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of April 22, 2024, were unanimously approved by motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Anderson, and bore the written approval of Mayor Christiansen. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE REPORT – APRIL 23, 2024 The Council Committee of the Whole met on April 23, 2024, at 6:01 p.m. with Council President Hare presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Anderson, Ms. Arndt, Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, and Mr. Rocha. Mr. Sudler was absent. Mayor Christiansen was also present. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were Mr. Iriowen (via WebEx) (Utility), and Ms. Smith (Legislative, Finance, and Administration). Mr. Pugh (Utility) and Mr. Shevock (Legislative, Finance, and Administration) were absent. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Boggerty and unanimously carried. UTILITY COMMITTEE The Utility Committee met with Chairman Rocha presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Lewis moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Discussion and Update on Customer Service Utility Policies (Allison Haines, Interim Customer Service Director) Ms. Allison Haines, Interim Customer Service Director, gave a brief overview of the current Customer Service Utility Policies. Committee action was not required. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Haines stated that the due dates for the electric billing are included in the bill. They are due 21 days from the bill date, and a late penalty would not be accrued until after the 30th day. Ms. Haines explained that an extension may be requested, however, they are not automatically granted. The extension policy states that the bill must be paid within seven days of the next billing statement. For example, if the bill is generated on the first and the due date is the 21st, the extension would need to be paid by the first of the next month when the next billing statement is issued so that the customer does not fall behind. Ms. Haines stated that disconnections are done in order of route and the only reason they would deviate from the order would be for extensions. Extensions are an Page 43

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 14 agreement with the customer giving a guaranteed date that the bill will be paid. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Haines stated that past-due notices are included in the bill after the due date, indicating that any overdue balance is subject to disconnection. An exception is made for customers who have provided an email address, as they receive a guaranteed second notice the day after the delinquent date, reminding them to settle their bill promptly. When initiating disconnections, the team typically consists of six customer service representatives on the floor and one supervisor. However, due to ongoing training in other departments, they may be short-staffed at times. Occasionally, phone calls are made while reviewing the disconnect list. Ms. Haines explained that they also consider customers' payment histories—whether they have experienced disconnections before or if they have been consistently on time with their payments. For first-time occurrences on the disconnect list, they start by placing a door hanger as a courtesy reminder. However, if a pattern of delinquency emerges within a short timeframe, typically within two months, disconnection may follow. On the other hand, if a customer has maintained a good payment record for an extended period, they make every effort to provide a door hanger as a final reminder. Ms. Haines explained that it is important to note that due to operational constraints, such as limited staffing and the growing demand from the expanding City of Dover, they do not send out separate second notices by mail. Instead, all relevant information is included on the bill. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Haines stated that a recurring challenge they face is that many customers ask for an extension when they are on the brink of disconnection. Unfortunately, this delay in communication often limits the ability to assist them effectively and resolve the problem before it escalates to a disconnection. Ms. Haines explained that they strive to assist the customers through various channels, including assistance brochures which are available on the website, and handouts that are available in the office. These resources are designed to help customers navigate potential financial difficulties and explore available support options. Ms. Haines emphasized that it is crucial for customers to take the initiative and reach out for assistance when needed. They are encouraged to call the office and provide the necessary documents to determine eligibility for available resources. Ms. Haines noted that many individuals successfully access the available resources daily by taking proactive steps to seek help. Some of the programs available are Catholic Charities, First State Community Action, NeighborGood Partners (NCALL), and Holy Cross. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Haines stated that to set up automatic payments, they offer an autopay option accessible through an autopay form. Customers can fill out the form, provide a voided check, and customer service will automatically deduct the payment on the bill's due date. Page 44

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 15 Ms. Haines stated in cases where customers are enrolled in social programs and can demonstrate a permanent due date, they can accommodate their unique circumstances through a billing exception. This exception allows them to adjust their bill due date to align with the timing of their program funds. This ensures that their payment is withdrawn consistently each month, synchronizing with the receipt of their funds. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Haines stated that there is no grace period, the bill is due on the 21st day and the late assessment is applied on the 30th day. Ms. Haines emphasized that the bill states that any past-due balance is subject to disconnect. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Haines stated that the city has a policy in effect for financial hardship due to a medical condition. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Haines stated that with medical exemptions, documentation must be completed by a doctor and submitted approximately every 120 days for specialized equipment. If customers still have outstanding bills and end up on the disconnect list, the city is required to issue a door hanger, incurring a $50 fee, as a reminder to settle their account. Failure to do so will result in the installation of a load restrictor, limiting electricity usage to only that which is essential to operate medical devices. Unfortunately, if payment remains outstanding after 30 days, they are obligated to discontinue their electric services. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Haines stated that the door hanger is typically only issued once. The list is run at the end of the day to be disconnected the next business day. While assisting customers the customer service staff must utilize several screens to research if the customer has been disconnected in the past year so it is likely that a repeat offender would end up on the disconnect list. Ms. Haines explained that the door hanger is issued again after a two-year grace period. Ms. Haines also explained that businesses are issued door hangers because they are trying to operate a business, but they are required to pay within three days. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Haines stated that the City of Dover does not have any low-income home energy assistance programs. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Ms. Haines stated that citizens who do not have computer access can visit 5 East Reed Street from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Ms. Haines explained that they carry all the brochures at customer service. Mr. Boggerty thanked Ms. Haines for her hard work and emphasized that she has always extended grace to allow individuals to get help. Mr. Boggerty explained that several programs can assist citizens in saving money which are funded through federal funding and grants, however, the citizens must ask for help. Ms. Patricia Marney, Interim Controller/Treasurer stated that the city currently has a Memorandum of Understanding established with Health Initiative, Inc., as previously mentioned. While the city does not allocate specific funding for these Page 45

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 16 programs, they have chosen not to venture into social services, recognizing that there are ample resources already available. However, should exploring such avenues be of interest, it is certainly something they could consider. Ms. Marney explained that some time ago, she proposed the implementation of a Help Dover initiative to a former city manager. The concept involved a nominal additional charge, for example, 50 cents to a dollar, added to bills, which would contribute to funding such programs. Regrettably, this proposal was declined. While there are alternative approaches, they have acknowledged and utilized existing resources, emphasizing the importance of constituent involvement and follow-up. Ms. Ann Smith, 132 Oakmont Drive, Dover, expressed concerns regarding seniors having to go into customer service to sign documents to defer their payment. Ms. Smith stated that not all seniors are able to do so, and she recommended gathering information from the senior citizens on their electric services. Ms. Haines stated that since COVID-19 if a customer has an email on file customer service will email out extension requests. Ms. Haines also explained that customer service tries to keep collection rates down, so those costs are not passed on to the ratepayers. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Marney stated that they have tried to do surveys in the past, for items like budget billing and preauthorized things, however, they never received any participation. Ms. Marney stated that they placed inserts in with the bills to set up a services workshop, they had people sign up, but no one showed up on the day of. Responding to Mr. Rocha, Ms. Marney stated that they are limited to what they can send via email. Ms. Marney explained that typically they encounter around 800 to 1,500 accounts per month, which end up on the disconnect list. This number has significantly decreased since 2017, when it used to be much higher. Before that, although the policy existed, it was not rigorously enforced. There was a grace period and a balanced threshold in place. With 26,000 customers, even a modest $100 left unpaid by each would amount to $2.6 million, burdening other ratepayers. Upon Ms. Marney’s arrival in the city in 2013, they faced several million dollars in uncollectible funds annually due to customers leaving without settling their accounts. However, by diligently enforcing existing policies, they have managed to reduce this figure to roughly 1% of that amount per year, equating to approximately $100,000 in write-offs annually. This is a significant improvement from the million dollars they had to write off initially. While these policies may not be popular, they have proven to be effective. Ms. Marney emphasized that she has personal empathy for senior citizens, due to her father, which compels her to go the extra mile to assist them. She stated there Page 46

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 17 have been instances where they have extended beyond their official duties, even making house calls to accommodate their needs. For instance, she recalled a situation where someone needed their deposit refund urgently to attend their father's funeral in Florida. She explained they expedited the process, and she delivered the refund on her way home from work. Ms. Marney explained that their problem is that people are not interacting with them. Mr. Rocha moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 6:38 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. Proposed Ordinance #2024-07 – Amending Chapter 80 – Personnel, Article IV – Pension Plans and Retirement Benefits (except Police), Division 3 – General Employee Pension Plan (Councilman Anderson and Councilwoman Dr. Pillsbury) Mr. Anderson gave a brief update on the ordinance. Staff recommended approval of Proposed Ordinance #2024-07 as amended at the Special General Employee Pension Plan Board Meeting on April 19, 2024. Mr. Anderson stated that the General Employee Pension Plan Board is waiting for a legal review after the April 19, 2024, meeting, which is why they do not have any amendments back from legal counsel. Mr. Anderson explained that it was a very productive meeting, and one of the recommended changes is to add one member to the General Employee Pension Board. He explained that this was fair because it does not give away the city's fiduciary responsibility. The ordinance has been split into two different ordinances, the first part has moved forward for a first reading, and it covers the two percent Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), and the second part contains policy changes that will move forward after a legal review. Mr. Anderson also explained that a second phase will consist of the idea of providing catch-up, which would be a part of the budget process. Mr. Hare moved to recommend deferring action until the legal review is complete. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved to defer action until the legal review is complete, seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried out by a unanimous roll call vote. Page 47

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 18 Discussion – Information Technology Improvements and Council Support (Larry Josefowski, Information Technology Director) Mr. Larry Josefowski, Information Technology Director, reviewed the presentation titled “Information Technology Update” (Attachment #1). Committee action was not required. Mr. Josefowski explained that some of the issues that the city faces are outdated switches slowing down device performance, Wi-Fi connections that are not compatible with the demands of everyday use, staffing shortages, and audiovisual concerns not within their official job duties. Mr. Josefowski stated that they have collaborated with Kent County to troubleshoot and improve the audiovisual systems. Mr. Josefowski stated despite their best efforts, limited resources pose ongoing challenges, particularly concerning after-hours support and project completion. Without sufficient staffing and budget allocations, sustaining optimal system performance remains a considerable endeavor. While progress has been made in enhancing security and addressing technical challenges, ongoing support, and investment are essential to maintaining and improving the city’s infrastructure effectively. Mr. Rocha stated that he appreciates Mr. Josefowski’ s effort and work, however, some of the functions that are not in his team's job description may need to be considered down the road. Mr. Rocha stated that they need to figure out a way to update the system because the cameras work but the audio needs updated. Mr. Rocha continued to state that he understands that it is not part of their job description to provide technical support in the chamber and he appreciates their assistance. Mr. Anderson stated that council is a critical operation and if they do not do their job, then everything else grinds to a halt. Therefore, although IT would not be expected to operate certain parts of the operations, they are expected to support them. Mr. Anderson recommended having an emergency call number for after- hours support when there is a system failure. Mr. Anderson expressed appreciation for Mr. Josefowski bringing forth what technology upgrades are needed, what needs to be budgeted for those upgrades, and whether there are better software programs that can be utilized. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Josefowski stated that issues with supply chains have become increasingly better. Delivery times have gone from a year out for delivery to less than a month. Responding to Mayor Christiansen, Mr. Josefowski stated that the terms of employment do say that duties and responsibilities will be as assigned, however, he believes his team would be in the right to ask for overtime or comp time for that time. Mr. Josefowski stated that another issue is skillset, his team and himself are all IT generalists. Mr. Josefowski stated that they are willing to help, however, they are not specialists. They could go through the training, but they have other training that he feels is a higher priority for his team in terms of the city’s network. Page 48

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 19 Mr. Rocha moved to recess into Executive Session pursuant to 29 Del. C. §10004(b)(6) - Discussion of the content of documents, excluded from the definition of “public record” in § 10002(o)(2) of this title where such discussion may disclose the contents of such documents. The motion was seconded by Ms. Anderson and unanimously carried. The Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee recessed into Executive Session at 7:05 p.m. The Executive Session adjourned at 7:29 p.m. There was no action taken. Enterprise Fund for BLS Emergency Transportation Costs (David S. Hugg, III, City Manager) Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, reviewed the background for the enterprise fund for BLS emergency transportation costs. Staff recommended approval of Proposed Ordinance #2024-12. Mr. Hare moved to recommend accepting the staff recommendation. 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 7:32 p.m. Mr. Hare moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 7:32 p.m. By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of the Council Committee of the Whole Report, seconded by Mr. Anderson, and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. MONTHLY REPORTS - MARCH 2024 By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Mr. Anderson, the following monthly reports were accepted by consent agenda: City Council’s Community Enhancement Fund Report City Manager’s Report Controller/Treasurer’s Budget Report Fire Chief’s Report Police Chief’s Report APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY CITY COUNCIL 2024/25 CITY COUNCIL ANNUAL STAFF APPOINTMENTS Interim Chief Building Inspector - Sharon Duca Assistant City Clerk - Arielle M. Rivera Assistant Treasurer - Andria L. Bennett Page 49

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 20 Assistant Treasurer - Arielle M. Rivera Fire Marshal - Jason A. Osika City Solicitor - Nicholas Rodriguez Deputy City Solicitor - Gary E. Junge Mr. Lewis moved to defer Item #22 the 2024/25 City Council Annual Staff Appointments Recommended by City Council letters F. City Solicitor and G. Deputy City Solicitor to the Regular Council Meeting of June 10, 2024, seconded by Mr. Boggerty. The motion failed by a roll call vote of five (5) no (Anderson, Boggerty, Pillsbury, Neil, and Hare), two (2) yes (Rocha and Lewis), and one (1) abstained (Sudler). (Arndt absent) Mr. Anderson moved to amend the motion to approve the 2024/25 City Council Annual Staff Appointments Recommended by City Council Appointment #F under Item #22 and defer Appointments #G under Item #22 to the Regular Council Meeting of June 10, 2024, seconded by Mr. Boggerty, The motion carried with a roll call vote of six (6) yes (Anderson, Boggerty, Pillsbury, Neil, Rocha, and Hare), one (1) no (Lewis), and two abstain (Arndt and Sudler). 2024/25 APPOINTMENTS/REAPPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY MAYOR CHRISTIANSEN By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval of the following appointments, as recommended by Mayor Christiansen. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried out by a unanimous roll call vote. Election Board – Three-Year Term to Expire May 2027 A. First District B. Second District Construction and Property Maintenance Code Board of Appeals – One-Year Term to Expire May 13, 2025 A. Representative of Homeowners B. Representative of Local Real Estate Industry Association 2024/25 APPOINTMENTS RECOMMENDED BY THE COUNCIL PRESIDENT. A. City/County Committee (Liaison to Kent County) B. Council Committee of the Whole Subcommittees (Recommended by the Council President and Committee Chair) C. Downtown Dover Partnership Board of Directors D. Economic Development Committee E. General Employee Pension Plan Board F. Kent County Tourism Board of Directors (Voting Liaison) G. Kent Economic Partnership Board of Directors (Voting Liaison Member) H. Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) Board I. Police Pension Plan – Retirement Committee Page 50

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 21 Mr. Anderson moved to appoint Councilman Gerald Rocha to the Legislative and Finance Administration Chairman and moved to defer the remaining 2024/2025 Council President Annual Appointments to the Regular Council Meeting of June 10, 2024, seconded by Mr. Sudler, and carried unanimously. RESOLUTION NO. 2024-07 – AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES FOR BANKING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE- CONTROLLER/TREASURER, ASSISTANT/TREASURER, AND ASSISTANT TREASURERS By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for approval of Resolution No. 2024-07. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried out by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted the following Resolution: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES FOR BANKING SERVICES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE. WHEREAS, the City of Dover's investment policy includes the investment of funds up to $100,000 per banking institution, investments in the State of Delaware Investment Pool, and the purchase and sale of investment grade corporate bonds, and U.S. Treasury and agency securities; and WHEREAS, the banking institutions, brokerage firms, trust companies, and other various financial institutions require an Authorizing Resolution for the opening of accounts, and for purchasing, selling, transferring, assigning, and handling securities; WHEREAS, by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover, that the Controller/Treasurer and Assistant Treasurers are hereby authorized to open accounts with banking institutions and purchase, sell, transfer, assign, and handle securities, and that they are authorized to sign all related forms; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and Council of the City of Dover, that the Controller/Treasurer and Assistant Treasurers are hereby authorized to open accounts with banking institutions and purchase, sell, transfer, assign, and handle securities and that they are authorized to sign all related forms; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the transactions in these accounts be carried out with any one signature; and That the following are the office holders authorized for these purposes, until further notice: Patricia M. Marney Interim Controller/Treasurer Melanie S. Patterson Assistant Controller/Treasurer Andria L. Bennett Assistant Treasurer Arielle M. Rivera Assistant Treasurer ADOPTED: May 13, 2024 Page 51

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 22 SPECIAL ELECTION TO FILL VACANCIES – ROBBINS HOSE COMPANY – FIRE LINE OFFICERS (TERM TO EXPIRE DECEMBER 10, 2024) A. Deputy Fire Chief – Brian Bashista B. First Assistant Fire Chief – Jason Boc C. Second Assistant Fire Chief – James Iannucci D. Third Assistant Fire Chief – Brian Cullen E. Fourth Assistant Fire Chief – Christopher Riale F. First Fire Line Captain – Drew Kuntzi G. Second Fire Line Captain – Nicklas Senne By consent agenda, Mr. Neil moved for acceptance of the Fire Line Officers for the Robbins Hose Company, as submitted. The motion was seconded by Mr. Anderson and carried by a unanimous roll call vote. FIRST READING - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024-12 – AMENDING CHAPTER 38 – EMERGENCIES BY ADDING ARTICLE III – EMERGENCY SERVICES Mr. Hugg reviewed Proposed Ordinance #2024-12 – Amending Chapter 38 – Emergencies By Adding Article III – Emergency Services 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 #2024-12 – AMENDING CHAPTER 38 – EMERGENCIES BY ADDING ARTICLE III – EMERGENCY SERVICES. FINAL READING - COMMITTEE AMENDMENT #1 - PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024- 13 – CHAPTER 80 – PERSONNEL, ARTICLE IV – PENSION PLANS AND RETIREMENT BENEFITS (EXCEPT POLICE), DIVISION 3 – GENERAL EMPLOYEE PENSION PLAN Mr. Neil moved that the Final Reading of Proposed Ordinance #2024-13 be acknowledged by title only, seconded by Dr. Pillsbury, and unanimously carried. (The First Reading of the proposed ordinance was accomplished during the Council Meeting on April 22, 2024.) By motion of Mr. Neil, seconded by Dr. Pillsbury, Council, by a unanimous roll call vote, Council adopted Ordinance #2024-13 as follows: BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN COUNCIL MET: That Ordinance #2024-13 – Chapter 80 – Personnel, Article IV – Pension Plans and Retirement Benefits (Except Police), Division 3 – General Employee Pension Plan amended to read as follows: Section 80-500 – General employee pension plan established; purpose: (a) Generally. There is hereby established the city general pension plan. The purpose of the plan is to establish the terms and conditions under which retirement and disability benefits shall be provided to eligible employees of the city. The benefits under the plan shall be in addition to amounts received as social security benefits or from any other pension plan. Page 52

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 23 (b) For employee exclusively. This plan is created for the exclusive benefit of the employees of the city and shall be interpreted in a manner consistent with it being an employee’s trust, as defined in section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code (26 USC 401(a)). Therefore, under no circumstances shall any funds contributed to this plan, or any assets of the plan or trust ever revert to or be used or enjoyed by the city, nor shall any such funds or assets ever be used other than for the benefits of the employees of the city and their beneficiaries, prior to the satisfaction of all liabilities under this plan to the employees. Section 80-501 – Eligibility of participant. Each eligible employee not drawing any retirement benefits from the mayor and city council as of January 1, 1967, shall, upon compliance with the provisions of this division, become a general employee pension plan participant under this division, commencing on July 1, 1967, or at any subsequent time immediately upon his employment. Effective September 28, 2009, the general employee pension plan is closed to new participants. Section 80-502 – Participation mandatory; exceptions. The pension plan shall not be construed to give any employee the right to be retained in the employ of the city. All new employees hired after July 1, 1991, shall be required, as a condition of employment, to join the general employee pension plan or the deferred compensation plan. All new employees hired after September 29, 2009 are required to join the money purchase plan (IRC 401(a)), as defined in division 4. All participants of the general employee pension plan as of September 28, 2009 will remain members of either plan thereafter unless they shall leave the employment of the city, retire, pass away, or elect to terminate their participation in the general employee pension plan and become a member of the money purchase plan (IRC 401 (a)), as defined in division 4. Section 80-503 – Defraudment. It shall be unlawful for any person to knowingly make any false statement or falsify, or permit to be falsified, any record of the pension plan in an attempt to defraud the plan. Section 80-504 – Normal retirement. The normal retirement date for each participant shall be the first day of the month following the attainment of the age of 65 years, provided that he has completed ten years of continuous service. Section 80-505 – Early retirement. (a) Reduced benefits. A participant who has completed ten years of continuous service and who has attained the age of 55 years may retire at any time within the ten years preceding his normal retirement date; provided, however, that his retirement benefits shall be computed at a reduced rate of one-half percent for each month computed from the date of early retirement to age 65 years. (b) Unreduced benefits. (1) Hired May 1, 1994, or later. For eligible employees hired on or after May 1, 1994, a Page 53

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 24 (2) participant who has attained the age of 55 years, and who attained age plus years of continuous service is equal to or greater than 80, may retire at any time prior to his normal retirement date with no reduction in retirement benefits. (3) Hired before May 1, 1994. For eligible employees hired before May 1, 1994, a participant who has completed 25 years of continuous service or has attained the age of 50 years and completed 20 years of continuous service may retire at any time prior to his normal retirement date with no reduction in retirement benefits. Section 80-506 – Later retirement. If a participant works beyond his normal retirement date, the payment of the participant’s retirement benefits shall be deferred until his actual retirement. Section 80-507 – Forced retirement with pension. The general employee pension plan board, upon recommendation of the city council or the city manager, may require retirement in any case where deemed necessary due to the lack of work or inability of the employee to perform with a satisfactory degree of efficiency, provided that the employee qualifies for either normal retirement pursuant to section 80-504, or early retirement pursuant to section 80-505. The employee shall then be entitled to receive, commencing on the first day of the month coinciding with or next following his date of retirement, pension benefits equal to the benefits computed in accordance with the provisions of section 80-508 on the basis of the employee’s service completed prior to actual retirement. Section 80-508 – Amount of retirement benefits. Retirement January 1, 1995, or later. The amount of retirement benefits payable to a participant who retires on or after January 1, 1995, shall be computed on the basis of one-fiftieth of his average actual monthly earnings multiplied by the total number of years of continuous service. Average actual monthly earnings shall be a participant’s base pay plus scheduled overtime, payment for being on call, except those hours reported for being called out, and any retroactive pay corrections which involve any one of the mentioned payments during any period of 36 consecutive months in his final ten years of continuous service which results in the highest average monthly earnings. If an employee’s approved absence is the result of a workers compensation injury, the base wages that the employee would have earned had he not been on workers compensation leave will be included when determining the highest 36 consecutive months within his final ten years of continuous service. The value of lost base salary as a result of mandatory furlough shall be added to an employee’s final average compensation and considered in the calculation of the amount of retirement benefits if the time period in which the mandatory furlough was required is within the highest 36 consecutive months or earnings within the final ten years of continuous service. Page 54

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 25 Annual Increase. The retirement income of a retired member of this plan shall be increased by two percent per annum every January 1. This increase in retirement pay shall be cumulative and the previous year’s increase shall be included in the retired member’s retirement income for the purpose of calculating the annual two percent increase. Section 80-509 – Form of benefits. (a) Normal form. A monthly benefit shall be payable on the first day of the second month preceding the date on which application for such benefit is filed. Payment will be retroactive to the retirement date. Payments of benefits shall be payable monthly thereafter during his lifetime and terminating with the last payment on the first day of the month of the death of the participant. (b) Death of participant, etc. Upon the death of a participant who has retired, or who is eligible to be retired under any of the provisions of this division, payment shall be made to their eligible survivors in the amount of 50 percent of the monthly payments to which the participant was or would have been entitled. Upon the death of a participant who has completed a minimum of ten years of service but is not yet eligible to retire because of age and/or years of service, payment shall be made to their eligible survivors in the amount of 50 percent of the monthly payment to which the participant was or would have been entitled. The pension amount will be based upon section 80-508. There shall be no reduction in benefit. In no instance shall actual monthly payments be less than $200.00, to be effective July 1, 2000. Upon the death of both the participant and eligible survivor, if the benefit payments received in aggregate are less than the member’s contributions, the balance of the member’s contributions, plus five percent interest, will be paid to the surviving beneficiary designated or his estate if no designation has been made and submitted to the general employee pension plan board. The amount of benefit payments received and the amount of the member’s contributions shall be determined from the record of the pension board. (c) Eligible survivor. (1) Spouse. The participant’s spouse who has married to the participant for at least one year. Surviving spouse shall be required to provide supporting documents of marriage. (2) Children, unmarried. a. The surviving children, biologically or legally adopted, of the participant, who have not attained their 18th birthday. b. If said child is attending school on a full-time basis and provides proof of attendance each year of eligibility, with the payment due for the month in which he ceases to attend school on a full-time basis or with the payment due for the month in which his 22nd birthday shall occur, whichever shall occur first. (d) Commencement of Payment. Benefits payable to eligible survivors shall commence on the first day of the month following the date of the participant’s death. (e) Benefits payable. Benefits payable to eligible survivors shall cease: Page 55

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 26 (1) Spouse. With respect to an eligible survivor who is a spouse, with the payment due for the month in which their remarriage or death shall occur, whichever occurs first. (2) Children. With respect to an eligible survivor who is a child(ren) with the payment due for the month in which his 18th birthday or death shall occur, whichever shall occur first. Payments shall be made in accordance with subsections (2)a. and b. (f) Eligibility for benefits. The eligibility of any person or persons to receive payment of benefits as an eligible survivor shall be determined conclusively by the general employee pension plan board based on application of such person or persons and any other information which the pension board deems to be appropriate. Section 80-510 – Total and permanent disability. (a) Definition. As used in this division, a participant shall be deemed to be “totally and permanently disabled” when the general employee pension plan board, on the basis of a medical examinations by a physician or physicians selected by the pension board, finds the employee: (1) Work generally. To be totally and permanently prevented from engaging in any occupation or employment for remuneration or profit as a result of bodily or mental injury or disease, whether occupational or nonoccupational in cause; or (2) Employment. To be totally and permanently prevented from continuing in their capacity as an employee as a result of bodily or mental injury or disease, whether occupational or nonoccupational in cause. (b) Exclusions. Total and permanent disability, within the terms of this division, shall exclude disability resulting from or consisting of chronic alcoholism, addiction to narcotics, engaging in a felonious criminal act for which they are found guilty, or a willful effort on their part to (c) bring about the injury or illness to themselves or any other person or service in the armed forces of any foreign country. Section 80-511 – Early retirement due to permanent disability. Any employee who has completed a minimum of ten consecutive years of service and sustains an injury or experiences a permanent health impairment to the extent of total and permanent disability shall be eligible for retirement upon application and certification by the general employee pension plan board that all of the criteria have been met. The pension amount will be based upon section 80-508. There shall be no reduction in benefit. Section 80-512 – Commencement of disability benefits. (a) Removed from payroll. A participant who files for a disability pension shall not work and be kept on the active payroll and receive credited service from the inception of the disability to the end of the first full calendar month following the date of application. (b) Change in compensation; leave. During the application period above, the participant’s compensation shall not be increased. Page 56

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 27 (c) Commencement of benefits. The eligibility for payment of disability benefits under this division shall commence, if approved, on the first day of the month following the application period set forth in subsection (a). Section 80-513 – Termination of employment. (a) Forfeiture of participation. Any participant whose employment is terminated prior to the date he becomes eligible for retirement benefits shall forfeit his status as a participant in the pension plan and all accumulated credit for continuous service. (b) Ten years’ service. Any participant with a minimum of ten years of continuous service and whose employment is terminated prior to the date he becomes eligible for retirement benefits under sections 80-504-Normal retirement, 80-505-Early retirement, 80-506-Later retirement or 80-510-Early retirement due to permanent disability, upon attaining the age of 65 years, shall be eligible for pension benefits under the provisions of section 80-508-Amount of retirement benefits, upon application to the pension board of trustees. (c) Layoffs. Upon recall, any participant whose employment is terminated due to a layoff and is recalled within five years of layoff, may apply to the pension board to have their previous service credits restored immediately. If they have withdrawn their contributions, they must repay them as calculated by the city’s actuary. A returning employee must make an election to return previously refunded amounts, plus calculated interest, within 30 days of approval of the general employee pension plan board. Contributions will be reimbursed based on the gross amount received. Participants who are laid off and not recalled within five years shall forfeit their status as a participant in the pension plan and all accumulated credit for continuous service. (d) Request for refund. When an employee leaves the employment of the city and is entitled to withdraw his contributions with interest thereon at the rate of five percent per annum, compounded annually from the last day of the plan year in which such contribution was made to the earlier of the date of commencement of retirement income or the date on which contributions are payable pursuant to the provisions of the plan, then he shall submit a written notarized request for a refund of these contributions before payment shall be made. Refunds will be issued 90 days from the date when the notarized request is received. Contributions will automatically be refunded five years from date of separation. Section 80-514 – Cessation of disability pension benefits. (a) A participant shall cease to qualify for disability pension benefits: (1) Recovered. At the time that the general employee pension plan board determines, on the basis of a medical examination by a physician or physicians selected by the pension plan board, that a participant is no longer totally and permanently disabled or has sufficiently recovered, but refuses to resume their regular occupation as an employee or to be reemployed by the city in some other position for which they are suited or which is appropriate to their training and experience; (2) Refuses examination. When the participant refuses to undergo a medical examination requested by the general employee pension plan board; or Page 57

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 28 (3) Age 65 years. On the first day of the month following the participant’s 65th birthday. (b) Upon the occurrence of the earliest of the above events, disability pension benefits shall cease, except that, if the even of subsection (a)(3) of this section occurs, payment of the normal retirement benefits shall commence on that date, in the same amount as the disability pension benefits. Section 80-515 – Effect of state workers compensation on disability benefits. Any disability pension benefits received by a participant under the terms of this division as the result of an injury or illness compensable under the workers’ compensation laws of the state shall be reduced by the amount of the workers’ compensation payments actually received by the participant. Section 80-516 – Benefits to cease upon reemployment; exceptions. The Internal Revenue Code has provided guidance that to be considered retired for purposes of prohibitions against “in-service distributions,” one must have an at least six-month break before returning to employment with the same employer and that such a return cannot be pre-planned at the time of retirement. If the individual is under the normal retirement age of 65, the individual will be subject to an annual earnings limit of $30,000.00. Any employee of the city who is receiving, or who shall receive, benefits under this division, and who is thereafter reemployed by the city or appointed to any position by the mayor or council bearing remuneration, shall cease to draw benefits during the period of reemployment. Upon termination of the reemployment, the benefits shall be restored. The provisions of this section shall not apply to any employee who receives remuneration as a result of being elected or appointed to an elective or appointed office in the city, nor to any employee reemployed by the city in a casual/seasonal capacity, not to exceed 180 calendar days. Employees would be eligible to return to casual/seasonal status immediately following retirement. Casual/seasonal employees may be employed by the city on a temporary basis in order to provide assistance for the following situations: (a) Casual assistance. Employee is needed on a sporadic or on-call basis where hours cannot be predetermined and vary greatly from week to week. Such employees may be used as needed. (b) Seasonal assistance. Employee is needed for peak operating seasons. (c) Project assistance. Employee performs duties related to a specific project that has defined objectives and an established time period of completion that does not exceed 180 calendar days. (d) Primary incumbent replacement. Employee is needed to fulfill the job responsibilities of the primary incumbent who is unable to perform such responsibilities for an extended period of time. Such employees may be used for a maximum of 180 calendar days or the length of time the incumbent is unable to perform the job responsibility, whichever is less. Page 58

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 29 (e) Contracting. Any individual participating in the plan who contracts with the city or represents any private enterprise that has a contract with an employer participating in the plan must have a six-month separation from their effective date of retirement if the individual is under 65. The city shall maintain, in a form prescribed by the human resources director, a certification of the worker’s status. The certification will be used for a determination of the individual meeting the definition of eligible employees under this section. Section 80-517 – Benefit assignment, transfer, etc. No participant or beneficiary under the plan shall assign, transfer, hypothecate, encumber, commute, or anticipate any interest he may have in payments, funds, or contracts under this plan. No interest shall in any way be subject to any legal process, levy of execution, attachment, or garnishment proceedings for the payment of any claim against the participant or any beneficiary under the plan, nor shall any such interest be subject to the jurisdiction of any bankruptcy court or insolvency proceedings. Section 80-518 – Contributions. (a) Payroll deductions. (1) Amount. For each year, while a participant of the plan, a participant shall contribute, by payroll deductions, an amount equal to 3½ percent of his average actual monthly earnings as described in section 80-508-Amount of retirement benefits (effective May 1, 1994). (2) Employer contributions. The city, pursuant to the provisions of section 414(h)(2) of the United States Internal Revenue Code (26 USC 414(h)(2)), shall pick up and pay the contributions which would otherwise be payable by the employee under this section. The contributions so picked up shall be treated as employer contributions for purposes of determining the amounts of federal income taxes to be withheld from the employee’s compensation. (3) Employee contributions picked up by city. Employee contributions picked up by the city shall be paid from the same source of funds used for the payment of compensation to an employee. A deduction shall be made from each employee’s compensation equal to the amount of the employee's compensation picked up by the employer. This deduction, however, shall not reduce the employee’s compensation for purposes of computing benefits under the retirement system pursuant to this *division. (b) City contributions. The city shall make such contributions as necessary to meet the requirements of the plan. Effective May 1, 1994, the city shall pick up the employee contributions by a reduction in current earnings. Such picked up contributions shall be treated as employer contributions in determining tax treatment under the Internal Revenue Code; however, the contributions so picked up shall be included in earnings for purposes of the plan. Participant contributions which are picked up shall be treated, for all purposes of this plan, in the same manner as participant contributions made prior to May 1, 1994. Page 59

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 30 (c) Other contributions. The general employee pension plan board shall receive all appropriations, contributions and interest allowances as may be received from time to time by the city from the state or any other source, and designated specifically for employee pensions. (d) Withdrawal from plan. A member who withdraws from the general employee pension plan for any reason, other than retirement, death or disability, may request their accumulated contributions, plus five percent interest, be paid to them after such date of withdrawal; provided, however, their contributions shall not be refunded to them earlier than 90 days after receipt of their notarized application for the same. (e) Death of ineligible member. Upon the death of a member not eligible to retire under any provision of this division, their employee contributions shall be payable in a single sum to their designated beneficiary or their estate if no designation has been made. Section 80-519 – City paramedics transferred to county. Notwithstanding any other provision of this division, all persons employed by the city as paramedics, who are transferred to the county emergency medical services department and who make a written election to remain in the city general employee pension plan, shall continue to be considered eligible employees within the meaning of the pension plan as long as they are employed by the county emergency medical services department. All benefits for any such paramedic shall be calculated as if the paramedic had remained a city employee during his employment with the county emergency medical services department. Section 80-520 – General employee pension plan board; established; duties. There is hereby established a general employee pension plan board, the duties of which shall be to manage the general employee pension plan. Section 80-521 – Composition. The general employee pension plan board shall consist of the following persons: (1) Manager. The city manager. (2) City officials. Two elected city officials who shall be appointed by the council president, subject to confirmation of a voting majority of the city council at its annual meeting. (3) Participants. Three participants or retired participants of the plan who shall be elected by the participants and retired participants of the plan. (4) Controller/treasurer. The city controller/treasurer. (5) Election. (a) Such election shall be for three-year staggered terms, beginning July 1 and ending June 30 three years later. A regular election for filling these positions will be held the third week of June each year. Page 60

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 31 (b) In the first week of April of each year, the city clerk shall notify those eligible to vote of the exact time and place of the election. Any general employee pension plan member that is eligible to vote and appears on the listing of qualified voters who will be unable to appear at the polling place on the date and time of the election may cast his or her vote by absentee ballot in the general employee pension plan election for the following reasons: 1) armed forces, 2) public service, 3) occupation, 4) sickness, 5) disability, 6) religion, 7) vacation, or 8) residency outside of the Dover area which makes it infeasible to vote in person. Section 80-522 – Term of office of members. The term of office of each member of the general employee pension plan board, except the city controller/treasurer, city manager, and elected city officials, shall commence on the first day of the month following their election and continue for a period of three years or until their successor shall be elected and qualified. Section 80-523 – Officers and ex officio members. The general employee pension plan board shall elect a chairperson. The city controller/treasurer shall be the pension fund treasurer and their bond shall cover all monies deposited with them. Section 80-524 – Vacancies. If a vacancy occurs in the offices of the general employee pension plan board, the vacancy shall be filled for the unexpired term within 60 days and in the same manner as the office was originally filled. Should a member of the pension plan board cease to be in the employ of the city, other than by retiring in accordance with this division, their office as a member of the board shall be declared vacant. Section 80-525 – Compensation of members. Members of the general employee pension plan board shall service without compensation. Section 80-526 – Meetings. The general employee pension plan board shall make all rules as to the time and place of meetings; and a majority of its membership shall be required to transact pension board business. Section 80-527 – Powers. The general employee pension plan board, in administering the pension plan, shall have the following powers in carrying out the purposes thereof: (1) Payment of funds. To pay funds to those entitled to receive them. The controller/treasurer shall sign all vouchers for the disbursements of the funds and shall report to the general employee pension board all financial transactions on an annual basis; Page 61

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 32 (2) Purchase annuity contracts. To purchase and pay the costs of group annuity contracts for any insurance company for the benefit of participants; (3) Employment of agents, employees, etc. To employ agents, employees, or experts to assist the pension board in carrying out the provisions of this division, including an agent to advise and make recommendations concerning the investment of funds, and to pay reasonable compensation for those services, and the compensation may be paid from income or corpus of the pension fund or by direct appropriation by the city council as the pension board and the city council may determine; (4) Investments. To invest and reinvest money in the pension fund, without any limitation, in United States or state municipal bonds or group annuity contracts. Money in the pension fund may also be invested and reinvested in other types of bonds, stocks, and securities to the extent the pension board may deem best and as is not prohibited by any law now or hereafter in force limiting the investments of the trustees. The pension board may from time to time change the investments of the fund and, to this end, may make sales of any investment privately, without advertisement and without the necessity of any court order, upon the terms that the pension board deems proper. The funds and investments may also be from time to time turned over to and placed in the custody of any fiscal agent designated by the pension board; (5) Contracts. To generally contract in matters relevant to effectuating and achieving the purposes of this plan; (6) Pension benefits. To receive and pay out pension benefits in accordance with the provisions of this division, or designate a fiscal agent to receive and pay out the pension benefits; (7) Rules and regulations. To make rules and regulations as may be necessary to effectuate this subdivision. Section 80-528 – City solicitor to render legal services. The city solicitor shall render whatever legal service the general employee pension plan board shall require. Section 80-529 – Appeals. Any employee dissatisfied with the action of the general employee pension plan board shall have the right to appeal to the city council within 30 days from the date of formal notification of that action. ADOPTED: May 13, 2024 CITY MANAGER'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Hugg announced that the Downtown Partnership in collaboration with the Kent County MPO is holding a series of design charettes, looking at pathways and some related issues downtown. This Page 62

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 33 will be held on Monday, May 13 through May 15 at the Hive on Loockerman Street. Mr. Hugg further stated that there is a public open house event on Monday, May 13 at 5:00 p.m. and Wednesday, May 15 at noon. MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Christiansen had no announcements. COUNCIL MEMBERS' ANNOUNCEMENTS Mr. Hare wanted to congratulate Mr. Anderson and believes he will do well. Mr. Sudler stated that on May 20th at 5:30 p.m., a collaboration between himself, Third (3rd) District Levy Court Commissioner Allen Angel, and 18th District State Representative Sophie Phillips will take place at King County Levy Court Chambers. This collaboration will focus on HB 55 Substitution number two (2), highlighting where the homeless can sleep in their cars or tents when confronted by business and property owners who object to them doing so on their property. The objective is to foster a collaboration and mutual fairness practice among local, county, and state municipalities in addressing social and environmental concerns, particularly centered on homeless individuals sleeping arrangements. Mr. Neil stated that he will be at the new EV changers being unveiled behind City Hall at 9:30 a.m. Mr. Anderson stated that May 27th is Memorial Day, and there will be an important event at 11:00 a.m. at the Triangle. He would like to encourage members of the public and council that are available to attend. He explained that this is an important national holiday where they recognize those who have fallen defending our freedom and the American way of life. Mr. Anderson stated that in honor of that holiday, the council meeting would be canceled that day. There will be budget meetings the following Tuesday and Wednesday. He wanted to thank the members of the public who came out to the Fourth District Town Hall. There were over 40 people that attended and he appreciated them and their efforts. Mr. Anderson appreciated the members for voicing their opinions and for giving important information. He explained that there will be several activities happening in the summer. He will be working with Hope Zone, as they have scheduled several events. Mr. Anderson stated that they are working on positive opportunities and supporting enforcement to make the city a safe and better place. Mr. Sudler has helped make a great foundation of transformational leadership that they will continue to build upon. Mr. Anderson wanted to thank Mr. Hare for his dedication to the city and said that he did a tremendous job this year. He thanked everyone for the opportunity, emphasizing the crucial role their position plays in the city, requiring all levels of government to respond to issues of safety and economic prosperity. Mr. Boggerty stated that on June 29th Unity Day will be held, focusing on anti-bullying initiatives. He expressed gratitude to the City Clerk's office for their assistance in planning, including coordinating with vendors and partnerships with Pen Hill and other corporate sponsors who have agreed to support the event. He announced that on Saturday, May 18th, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., at First Baptist Church, Marian Harris of the House of Pride will be honored. Meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m. Page 63

Item #6. ANNUAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 13, 2024 PAGE 34 ANDRIA L. BENNETT CITY CLERK All ordinances, resolutions, motions, and orders adopted by City Council during their Annual Meeting of May 13, 2023, are hereby approved. ROBIN R. CHRISTIANSEN MAYOR /AB Page 64

Item #7. COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE The Council Committee of the Whole met on May 14, 2024, at 6:10 p.m. with Council President Anderson presiding. Members of Council present were Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Hare, Mr. Lewis, Mr. Neil, Dr. Pillsbury, Mr. Rocha, and Mr. Sudler. Ms. Arndt was absent. Mayor Christiansen was also absent. Civilian members present for their Committee meetings were Mr. Iriowen, and Mr. Pugh (Utility), Mr. Shevock (via WebEx), and Ms. Smith (Legislative, Finance, and Administration). ADOPTION OF AGENDA Mr. Sudler moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. UTILITY COMMITTEE The Utility Committee met with Chairman Rocha presiding. Adoption of Agenda Mr. Neil moved for adoption of the agenda, seconded by Dr. Pillsbury and unanimously carried. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 – Amending Chapter 110 – Utilities, Article V – Stormwater (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, reviewed the background for Ordinance #2024-20, Ordinance #2024-21, and the Stormwater Utility Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual. Staff recommended approval of proposed Ordinance #2024-20. Mr. Sudler moved to recommend approval of Ordinance #2024-20. The motion was seconded by Mr. Hare and unanimously carried. Responding to Mr. Neil, Mr. Hugg stated that the Stormwater Utility qualifies as an Enterprise Fund because the city provides a service, expecting consumers to pay a fee for said service, thereby meeting the criteria for an Enterprise Fund. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Hugg explained that the current stormwater program is included in the general fund budget and is funded by taxes. He highlighted that implementing a tax increase for Tier One, primarily residential areas, to adequately fund the stormwater program would result in an increase of approximately $245 per year for taxpayers, compared to $72 per year under the proposed program. When enacting the tax increase on commercial operations, the taxes would exceed $1,000, as opposed to $698 under the suggested plan. Mr. Hugg clarified that opting for the proposed program would entail lower costs for consumers compared to funding through taxes. Ms. Anne Smith, 132 Oakmont Drive, Dover, questioned if the program would help protect residents from plastic pollution. Page 65

COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MAY 14, 2024 PAGE 2 Item #7. Responding to Ms. Smith, Mr. Nowak stated that the proposed fund would help with anything carried through the stormwater system. Mr. Nowak explained that the water that falls from the sky goes into the system coming out cleaner than it went in. Mr. Nowak explained that the fund enables them to enhance their efforts in maintaining the cleanliness of ditches and storm catch basins, conducting street sweeping, and preserving the condition of the pipes. Proposed Ordinance #2024-21 – Amending Chapter 98 – Streets, Sidewalks, Storm Sewers, and Other Public Places, Article IX – Street Sweeping, and Article X – Leaf Collection Services (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) Mr. David S. Hugg, III, City Manager, reviewed the background for Ordinance #2024-20, and Ordinance #2024-21. Staff recommended approval of proposed Ordinance #2024-21. Mr. Hare moved to accept the staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Nowak stated that in regard to street sweeping, they are back up and running at full capacity, however, they only have two street sweepers. Responding to Mr. Lewis, Mr. Nowak stated that they are required to meet or exceed the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permits, which require the city to be swept four times a year. Mr. Nowak stated that they are currently sweeping every day and night. Stormwater Utility Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual – Updated May 2024 (Mark Nowak, Public Works Director) Mr. Mark Nowak, Public Works Director, reviewed the background regarding the Stormwater Utility Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual. Staff recommended approving as recommended. Mr. Hare moved to accept the staff recommendation. The motion was seconded by Mr. Neil and unanimously carried. Responding to Mr. Pugh, Mr. Nowak stated that the way that it is currently written, an appeal would need to be submitted to the City Clerk’s office and then it would be scheduled to appear on the next available Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee agenda. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Nowak stated that the appeals procedure states that the appeal would be placed on the next Council Committee of the Whole meeting. Mr. Anderson suggested adding a 30-day timeframe to the appeals process. Mr. Anderson stated that there could be instances where an agenda is very full and adding the appeal may not be compatible with that meeting. Page 66

COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MAY 14, 2024 PAGE 3 Item #7. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Nowak stated that the Public Works Director has 30 days to reach their decision and it states that the appeal would be added to the next available meeting. If the agenda is full, it could be added to the following meeting. Mr. Rocha moved for adjournment of the Utility Committee meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 6:30 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. Rocha and unanimously carried. Discussion – Celebrating 250 Years of America’s Independence (Councilman Anderson) Mr. Anderson stated that the topic of July 4, 2026, was first discussed a few years prior, is getting closer, and is a great opportunity for the city. Committee action not required. Ms. Margaret Hughes, 250th Coordinator for the State of Delaware, 121 Martin Luther King Blvd, Dover, stated that she is based out of the Delaware Public Archives building and appreciated the opportunity to talk about the upcoming anniversary. Ms. Hughes explained that since being brought on, the conversation has focused on the efforts to raise awareness and build momentum for Delaware's upcoming anniversary, marking both the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the state's statehood, highlighted annually by Separation Day. Delaware 250, the official initiative, operates under the Delaware Heritage Commission, with a steering committee representing various sectors across the state. The goal is to coordinate efforts, ensuring that all sectors are aware of and engaged in the upcoming anniversary. The initiative aims to avoid last-minute planning by coordinating statewide conversations, developing a website as a central hub for planning efforts, and implementing strategic marketing campaigns to amplify voices and avoid duplicating efforts. Ms. Hughes also explained that Delaware 250 is helping support fundraising by getting grant programs into museums and nonprofits. The first cycle is coming to a close and the awardees should be announced soon. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Ms. Hughes stated that there are 30 committee members, and several are Dover representatives, however, she is unsure exactly how many are there on behalf of Dover. Ms. Andrea Maucher, President of the 4th of July Celebration Committee, and Carolyn Courtney, a member of the 4th of July Celebration Committee, thanked council for the opportunity to meet Ms. Hughes and connect with her. Ms. Maucher explained that the 4th of July Committee is very small, and they invited additional participation from both council and the general public. Ms. Maucher emphasized that funding has been the biggest hurdle for the committee and expressed her interest in learning about the available grants. She also explained that they have learned that with the expansion of Legislative Hall and the parking garage area, they may not have a location Page 67

COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MAY 14, 2024 PAGE 4 Item #7. to set off fireworks. She explained that they have started to explore the possibility of setting them off at Schutte Park because that area is available, but the topic has not been a primary focus yet. Ms. Maucher continued to explain that the 4th of July events are primarily funded through donations from businesses and organizations such as the City of Dover, and the Parks and Recreation Department. Ms. Maucher recognized the American Legion, the Walter Fox Pavilion, which organizes the parade, and the Dover Downtown Rotary Club, which organizes all the vendors as their annual fundraiser. Mr. Anderson expressed appreciation for the 4th of July Committee and their hard work. Mr. Rocha suggested that he may be able to connect Ms. Maucher with the Dover Lions Club to assist her in gathering volunteers. Pete Bradley, President of Kent County Tourism, 435 N Dupont Highway, Dover, explained that Ms. Hughes made a great presentation to the Kent County Tourism Board and that they are committed to collaborating with her and supporting the Delaware 250 celebration. He stated that Ms. Hughes mentioned Dover Days, which Kent County Tourism is heavily involved with, and they believe it is the perfect opportunity to incorporate the 250th anniversary. Mr. Bradley explained that they are open to any thoughts and ideas and will work with Ms. Hughes's team to promote the event. Proposed Ordinance #2024-14 – Amending Chapter 1 – General Provisions, Sec. 1-17. – General penalty; separate offenses; unpaid fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) Mr. Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer, reviewed the background regarding the proposed ordinance #2024-14 changes. Staff recommended approval of the text amendments in proposed Ordinance #2024-14. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Kopp noted that the changes were made based on council feedback as well as constituent concerns. Mr. Kopp explained that along with the Fire Marshal, they made changes to create transparency and provide a fee structure to assist constituents with their responsibilities if they do not correct violations. Responding to Mr. Anderson, Mr. Kopp explained that one of the most noticeable changes they made was the removal of all fees doubling. Responding to Mr. Boggerty, Mr. Kopp elaborated that a second change that was made was that if a fee or fine is issued, it is now due within 30 days instead of the previous 14 days. Mr. Kopp explained that currently any citation issued is due within two weeks and with the new proposal any citation issued from planning and inspections will be due within 30 days. He also emphasized that the fee scale was edited to remove a minimum of $50 up to $1,000 dollars. Both the Code Enforcement and the Fire Marshal ordinances now have flat fees and none of the fees double. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Kopp clarified that the removal of doubling was in reference to citations. He explained that there is another doubling within the ordinance that refers to permits. Page 68

COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MAY 14, 2024 PAGE 5 Item #7. For example, if someone is caught working on a property without a permit, the permit fee automatically doubles. Mr. Sudler questioned whether in the future there is a way to incorporate into the ordinance penalties for contractors who are taking advantage of the constituents. Mr. Sudler explained that there are people who are unable to do the work themselves, so they use their savings to get the work done, and the contractors take advantage of them. Responding to Mr. Sudler, Mr. Kopp explained that the public can call in and ask if a contractor has a license, or if the contractor has a permit to do work on their property. He further explained that it is often written into the contract that the contractor will obtain the permit, so the homeowner can call the licensing staff and verify that they have a permit to work on the property. Mr. Kopp stated that if they do not have a permit, the staff will let them know, and they will go out and address it. Mr. Rocha recommended creating a flyer that outlines what constituents should be thinking about when planning to hire a contractor and includes the number for the licensing office. Mr. Kopp clarified that not all roof work requires a permit; it depends on the type of work being done. He explained that there is a pamphlet on the City of Dover website, under code enforcement titled “Permits Are Needed For” which outlines exactly when a permit is needed. Mr. Hare moved to accept Proposed Ordinance #2024-14. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Amending Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) Mr. Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer, reviewed the background regarding the proposed ordinance #2024-15 changes. Staff recommended approval of the text amendments in proposed Ordinance #2024-15. Mr. Hare moved to accept Proposed Ordinance #2024-15. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Proposed Ordinance #2024-16 – Amending Chapter 46 – Fire Prevention and Protection (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) Mr. Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer, reviewed the background regarding the proposed ordinance #2024-16 changes. Staff recommended approval of the text amendments in proposed Ordinance #2024-16. Mr. Hare moved to accept Proposed Ordinance #2024-16. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Proposed Ordinance #2024-17 – Amending Chapter 90 – Solid Waste, Sec. 90-16. – Violations; penalties (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) Page 69

COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING MAY 14, 2024 PAGE 6 Item #7. Mr. Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer, reviewed the background regarding the proposed ordinance #2024-17 changes. Staff recommended approval of the text amendments in proposed Ordinance #2024-17. Mr. Hare moved to accept Proposed Ordinance #2024-17. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Proposed Ordinance #2024-18 – Amending Chapter 114 – Vegetation, Article II – Weeds. Sec. 114-34. – Fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) Mr. Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer, reviewed the background regarding the proposed ordinance #2024-18 changes. Staff recommended approval of the text amendments in proposed Ordinance #2024-18. Mr. Hare moved to accept Proposed Ordinance #2024-18. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Proposed Ordinance #2024-19 – Amending Appendix F – Fees and Fines (Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer) Mr. Eddie Kopp, Chief Code Enforcement Officer, reviewed the background regarding the proposed ordinance #2024-19 changes. Staff recommended approval of the text amendments in proposed Ordinance #2024-19. Mr. Hare moved to accept Proposed Ordinance #2024-19. The motion was seconded by Mr. Sudler and unanimously carried. Mr. Anderson moved for adjournment of the Legislative, Finance, and Administration Committee meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m. Mr. Anderson moved for adjournment of the Council Committee of the Whole meeting, hearing no objection the meeting adjourned at 6:57 p.m. David L. Anderson Council President Page 70

Item #18. COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND Page 71

Item #18. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND JULY 1, 2023 - JUNE 30, 2024 100-10-12-99-000-53037 Current Balance- $ 10,200.00 BUDGETED COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT FUND - $2,500 FOR EACH COUNCIL MEMBER PER DISTRICT AND $5,000 FOR THE AT-LARGE COUNCIL MEMBER. $ 25,000.00 AMOUNT THE PURPOSE OF THE FUND IS TO ALLOW MEMBERS TO CONTRIBUTE FUNDS TO A SMALL PROJECT OR COMMUNITY NEEDS IN EACH DISTRICT. FINAL BUDGET TOTAL $ 25,000.00 COUNCIL TOTAL YEAR TO DATE VENDOR DESCRIPTION P.O. #/INVOICE # BALANCE SPONSOR CHARGES DATE Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $500.00 of his Women and Children Email from David Anderson dated 05/24/2023 and community enhancement funds to the Women and Children 7/10/2023 Anderson Transformation Ministry Email & Letter from William Snorton, Jr. received $500.00 $500.00 $24,500.00 Transformation Ministry International, Inc. for their Boys to Men International, Inc. 05/23/2023 Development Program for Gas cards. Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Email from David Anderson dated 07/12/2023 and 7/12/2023 Anderson The 302 Movement community enhancement funds to The 302 Movement for the backpack $300.00 $800.00 $24,200.00 email from Tracey Weems dated 07/11/2023 program. Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $200.00 of his Email from Andre Boggerty dated 07/17/2023 and 7/17/2023 Boggerty I Am Me, Inc. $200.00 $1,000.00 $24,000.00 community enhancement funds to I Am Me, Inc. for their ME Festival. email from Peirrce McCoy dated 07/17/2023 Council President Hare authorized the designation of $200.00 of his Email from Bill Hare dated 07/17/2023 and email 7/17/2023 Hare I Am Me, Inc. $200.00 $1,200.00 $23,800.00 community enhancement funds to I Am Me, Inc. for their ME Festival. from Peirrce McCoy dated 07/17/2023 7/18/2023 Jenmor Florist Void Void Void -$50.00 $1,150.00 $23,850.00 Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Email from Brian Lewis dated 07/25/2023 and email 7/25/2023 Lewis I Am Me, Inc. $300.00 $1,450.00 $23,550.00 community enhancement funds to I Am Me, Inc. for their ME Festival. from Peirrce McCoy dated 07/17/2023 Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $200.00 of his Email from David Anderson dated 07/25/2023 and 7/25/2023 Anderson United Way $200.00 $1,650.00 $23,350.00 community enhancement funds to United Way for their "Book Bash." email from Kenyatta Livingston dated 07/25/2023 Councilwoman Pillsbury authorized the designation of $250.00 of her Email from Julia Pillsbury dated 07/25/2023 and 7/25/2023 Pillsbury United Way $250.00 $1,900.00 $23,100.00 community enhancement funds to United Way for their "Book Bash" email from Kenyatta Livingston dated 07/25/2023 Councilman Neil authorized the designation of $100.00 of his community Email from Fred Neil dated 07/25/2023 and email 7/25/2023 Neil United Way $100.00 $2,000.00 $23,000.00 enhancement funds to United Way for their "Book Bash" from Kenyatta Livingston dated 07/25/2023 Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $1,000.00 of his The Inner City Cultural Email from Andre Boggerty dated 07/31/2023 and 7/31/2023 Boggerty community enhancement funds to The Inner City Cultural League for the $1,000.00 $3,000.00 $22,000.00 League email from Reuben Salters dated 07/25/2023 reasons stated in the email. Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $250.00 of his Email from David Anderson dated 08/04/2023 and 8/4/2023 Anderson Yeshua Lighthouse community enhancement funds to The Yeshua Lighthouse for bookbags Email & Letter from Liana Pritchett received $250.00 $3,250.00 $21,750.00 for their community day 08/01/2023 Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $200.00 of his Email from Gerald Rocha dated 08/07/2023 and 8/7/2023 Rocha United Way $200.00 $3,450.00 $21,550.00 community enhancement funds to United Way for their "Book Bash" email from Kenyatta Livingston dated 07/25/2023 Councilman Neil authorized the designation of $100.00 of his community Hispanic Organization of Email from Fred Neil dated 08/12/2023 and email 8/14/2023 Neil enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin Americans $100.00 $3,550.00 $21,450.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated 08/11/2023 (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. Councilperson Arndt authorized the designation of $200.00 of her Hispanic Organization of Email from Tricia Arndt dated 08/14/2023 and email 8/14/2023 Arndt community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin $200.00 $3,750.00 $21,250.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated 08/11/2023 Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $250.00 of his Email from David Anderson dated 08/14/2023 and Hispanic Organization of 8/14/2023 Anderson community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin email from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated $250.00 $4,000.00 $21,000.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. 08/11/2023 Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $250.00 of his Email from Andre Boggerty dated 08/14/2023 and Hispanic Organization of 8/14/2023 Boggerty community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin email from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated $250.00 $4,250.00 $20,750.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. 08/11/2023 Page 72

Item #18. Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Hispanic Organization of Email from Brian Lewis dated 08/14/2023 and email 8/14/2023 Lewis community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin $300.00 $4,550.00 $20,450.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated 08/11/2023 Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $200.00 of his Email from Gerald Rocha dated 08/18/2023 and Hispanic Organization of 8/18/2023 Rocha community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin email from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated $200.00 $4,750.00 $20,250.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. 08/11/2023 Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $150.00 of his Email from Brian Lewis dated and Letter from Dr. 8/18/2023 Lewis DEMCO $150.00 $4,900.00 $20,100.00 community enhancement funds to DEMCO for their Book Bag giveaway. Linda Hackett dated 08/17/2023 Councilwoman Pillsbury authorized the designation of $250.00 of her Email from Julia Pillsbury dated 08/21/2023 and Hispanic Organization of 8/21/2023 Pillsbury community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin email from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated $250.00 $5,150.00 $19,850.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. 08/11/2023 Interdenomonational Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Email from Andre Boggerty dated 08/25/2023 and 8/28/2023 Boggerty Ministerial Alliance of Dover community enhancement funds to the Annual Community Unity Family email from Bishop W. James Thomas, II dated $300.00 $5,450.00 $19,550.00 and Visinity (IMA) Day 08/22/2023 Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $1,000.00 of his Email from Andre Boggerty dated 10/2/2023 and a 10/2/2023 Boggerty Parks & Recreation community enhancement funds to the Parks and Recreation Department $1,000.00 $6,450.00 $18,550.00 memo from Robin Eaton dated 09/26/2023 for the 50 Years of Hip Hop Event. Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $500.00 of his Email from Gerald Rocha, Sr. dated 10/2/2023 and 10/2/2023 Rocha Parks & Recreation community enhancement funds to the Parks and Recreation Department $500.00 $6,950.00 $18,050.00 a memo from Robin Eaton dated 09/26/2023 for the 50 Years of Hip Hop Event. Email from Julia Pillsbury dated 10/05/23 and an Councilwoman Pillsbury authorized the designation of $250.00 of her 10/5/2023 Pillsbury Dover Police Department email from CPL Killen, City of Dover PD, dated $250.00 $7,200.00 $17,800.00 community enhancement funds to the Hometown Holiday Event 10/05/23 Council President Hare authorized the designation of $600.00 of his Email from Bill Hare dated 10/05/23 and an email 10/5/2023 Hare Dover Police Department $600.00 $7,800.00 $17,200.00 community enhancement funds to the Hometown Holiday Event from CPL Killen, City of Dover PD, dated 10/05/23 Email from David Anderson dated 10/06/23 and an Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $550.00 of his 10/6/2023 Anderson Dover Police Department email from CPL Killen, City of Dover PD, dated $550.00 $8,350.00 $16,650.00 community enhancement funds to the Hometown Holiday Event 10/05/23 Email from Andre Boggerty dated 10/14/23 and an Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $200.00 of his 10/16/2023 Boggerty Dover Police Department email from CPL Killen, City of Dover PD, dated $200.00 $8,550.00 $16,450.00 community enhancement funds to the Hometown Holiday Event 10/05/23 Councilman Neil authorized the designation of $500.00 of his community Email from Fred Neil dated 11/06/23 and an email 11/6/2023 Neil Dover Police Department $500.00 $9,050.00 $15,950.00 enhancement funds to the Hometown Holiday Event from CPL Killen, City of Dover PD, dated 10/05/23 Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $150.00 of his Email from Brian Lewis dated 11/14/23 and a flyer 11/14/2023 Lewis Tracy Palmer Ministries $150.00 $9,200.00 $15,800.00 community enhancement funds to the Community Thanksgiving Dinner from the Tracy Palmer Ministries Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $200.00 of of his Email from Gerald Rocha, Sr. dated 11/27/2023 11/27/2023 Rocha United Way of Delaware community enhancement fund to United Way of Delaware Wonderland and email from Kenyatta Livingston dated $200.00 $9,400.00 $15,600.00 Coat and Toy Drive 11/27/2023 Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $100.00 of of his Email from David Anderson dated 11/27/2023 and 11/27/2023 Anderson United Way of Delaware community enhancement fund to United Way of Delaware Wonderland $100.00 $9,500.00 $15,500.00 email from Kenyatta Livingston dated 11/27/2023 Coat and Toy Drive Central Delaware Habitat for Councilwoman Arndt authorized the designation of $250.00 of her Email from Tricia Arndt dated 12/13/2023 and email 12/13/2023 Arndt $250.00 $9,750.00 $15,250.00 Humanity community enhancement fund to Central Delaware Habitat for Humanity from Timothy M. Bailey dated 12/12/2023 Councilwoman Arndt authorized the designation of $250.00 of her Email from Tricia Arndt dated 12/13/2023 and letter 12/13/2023 Arndt People's Place $250.00 $10,000.00 $15,000.00 community enhancement fund to People's Place from Mamie Charest dated 12/11/2023 I Am My Sisters Keeper Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $750.00 of his Email from Andre Boggerty dated 01/11/2024 and 1/11/2024 Boggerty $750.00 $10,750.00 $14,250.00 (MSK) community enhancement funds to I Am My Sister's Keeper (MSK-Dover) an email from Marcille "Dee" Sewell, dated 1/11/24 Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $200.00 of his Email from Brian Lewis dated 02/14/24 and flyers 2/14/2024 Lewis Tracy Palmer Ministries community enhancement funds to the Easter Eggstravaganza at the $200.00 $10,950.00 $14,050.00 from the Tracy Palmer Ministries Elizabeth W. Murphey School Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Email from Gerald Rocha, Sr. dated 02/21/24 and a 2/21/2024 Rocha Tracy Palmer Ministries community enhancement funds to the Easter Eggstravaganza at the letter from the Tracy Palmer Ministries dated $300.00 $11,250.00 $13,750.00 Elizabeth W. Murphey School 02/18/24 Council President Hare authorized the designation of $250.00 of his Email from Bill Hare dated 02/24/24 and an email & 2/26/2024 Hare Zeta Rho Lambda $250.00 $11,500.00 $13,500.00 community enhancement funds to the Zeta Rho Lambda Chapter 5K letter from Dana T Shelton, dated 02/13/24 Page 73

Item #18. Councilman Anderson authorized the designation of $350.00 of his The Inner City Cultural Email from David Anderson dated 02/28/24 and 2/29/2024 Anderson community enhancement funds to The Inner City Cultural League for the $350.00 $11,850.00 $13,150.00 League letter/email from Kathrina Stroud dated 02/27/24 reasons stated in the email. Councilman Neil authorized the designation of $100.00 of his community Hispanic Organization of Email from Fred Neil dated 04/01/24 and email from 4/1/2024 Neil enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin Americans $100.00 $11,950.00 $13,050.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated 03/29/24 (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $250.00 of his Email from Andre Boggerty dated 04/01/24 and Hispanic Organization of 4/1/2024 Boggerty community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin email from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated $250.00 $12,200.00 $12,800.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. 03/29/24 Email from Gerald Rocha, Sr. dated 04/19/24 and a Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $300.00 of his 4/19/2024 Rocha Tracy Palmer Ministries letter from the Tracy Palmer Ministries dated $300.00 $12,500.00 $12,500.00 community enhancement funds to the Tracy Palmer Ministries. 04/19/24 Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $500.00 of his Email from Brian Lewis dated 04/23/24 and an Hispanic Organization of 4/23/2024 Lewis community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin email from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated $500.00 $13,000.00 $12,000.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. 03/29/24 Councilman Lewis authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Email from Brian Lewis dated 04/23/2024 and letter 4/23/2024 Lewis Elizabeth Daniels community enhancement fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Juneteenth $300.00 $13,300.00 $11,700.00 from Elizabeth Daniels dated 04/23/2024. Celebration Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $250.00 of his Email from Andre Boggerty dated 04/23/2024 and 4/23/2024 Boggerty Elizabeth Daniels community enhancement fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Juneteenth $250.00 $13,550.00 $11,450.00 letter from Elizabeth Daniels dated 04/23/2024. Celebration Email from Andre Boggerty dated 04/23/24 and a Councilman Boggerty authorized the designation of $200.00 of his 4/23/2024 Boggerty Tracy Palmer Ministries letter from the Tracy Palmer Ministries dated $200.00 $13,750.00 $11,250.00 community enhancement funds to the Tracy Palmer Ministries. 04/19/24 Councilman Neil authorized the designation of $50.00 of his community Email from Fred Neil dated 04/23/2024 and letter 4/23/2024 Neil Elizabeth Daniels $50.00 $13,800.00 $11,200.00 enhancement fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Juneteenth Celebration from Elizabeth Daniels dated 04/23/2024. Councilman President Hare authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Email from Bill Hare dated 05/06/2024 and letter 5/6/2024 Hare Elizabeth Daniels community enhancement fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Juneteenth $300.00 $14,100.00 $10,900.00 from Elizabeth Daniels dated 04/22/2024. Celebration Councilman President Hare authorized the designation of $300.00 of his Hispanic Organization of Email from Bill Hare dated 04/23/24 and an email 5/6/2024 Hare community enhancement funds to the Hispanic Organization of Latin $300.00 $14,400.00 $10,600.00 Latin Americans (HOLA) from Anthony (Tony) Velazquez dated 03/29/24 Americans (HOLA) for their Baila Con Dover Festival. Councilman Rocha authorized the designation of $400.00 of his Email from Gerald Rocha dated 05/23/2024 and 5/24/2024 Rocha Elizabeth Daniels community enhancement fund to Elizabeth Daniels for the Juneteenth $400.00 $14,800.00 $10,200.00 letter from Elizabeth Daniels dated 04/22/2024. Celebration. TOTALS $14,800.00 $ 10,200.00 Budgeted District Council Sponsor YTD Expenditures Balance Amount $5,000.00 At-Large Boggerty $4,400.00 $600.00 $2,500.00 1st District Pillsbury $750.00 $1,750.00 $2,500.00 1st District Rocha $2,100.00 $400.00 $2,500.00 2nd District Hare $1,650.00 $850.00 $2,500.00 2nd District Lewis $1,900.00 $600.00 $2,500.00 3rd District Arndt $700.00 $1,800.00 $2,500.00 3rd District Neil $850.00 $1,650.00 $2,500.00 4th District Anderson $2,500.00 $0.00 $2,500.00 4th District Sudler $0.00 $2,500.00 TOTAL $14,850.00 $10,150.00 Page 74

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Item #19. CENTRAL SERVICES MONTHLY REPORT April 2024 PROCUREMENT & INVENTORY DIVISION Purchase Orders for Stock by Fund FY 2024 to Date Difference from FY 2023 Electric $2,843,208.48 57.8% Water $142,208.98 70.1% Wastewater $769.13 100.0% General $116,359.65 34.8% Total $3,102,546.24 57.5% Issues from Stock by Fund FY 2024 to Date Difference from FY 2023 Electric $1,843,286.19 15.2% Water $87,618.36 40.7% Wastewater $0.00 N/A General $112,723.89 -1.3% Total $2,043,628.44 15.3% Bids/RFPs Solicited FY 2024 to Date Difference from FY 2023 37 59.5% Money Spent for Postal Services FY 2024 to Date FY 2023 to Date $143,467.94 $140,594.36 Fuel Usage Type FY 2024 to Date FY 2023 to Date Unleaded 125,042 118,257 Diesel 64,124 64,627 Dollars Spent $518,929.57 $596,519.59 Page 79 5

Item #19. Warehouse Stock Value FY 2024 FY 2023 $3,790,868.56 $3,059,537.67 Purchase Orders for Stock are up 57.5% compared to this time last year. Issues from Stock are up 15.3% compared to this time last year. Bids/RFP's are up 59.5% compared to this time last year. Postal Expenses are up 2.0% compared to this time last year. Fuel Costs are down 15.0% compared to this time last year. Overall warehouse value is up 19.3% compared to this time last year. FLEET DIVISION PM Work Orders Scheduled: PM Work Orders Total Work Orders PM & 35 Completed: 34 Repair: 104 Total Hours Turned: Excess Hours Turned: Time Unaccounted For: 282 0 51.5 MEASURE April 2024 April 2023 Completed PM's 34 47 DIFFERENCE -27.66% There were 35 PM's scheduled for this month. A total of 34 PM's were completed along with 70 repair work orders. There were a total of 104 work orders completed. Page 80 6

Item #19. FACILITIES DIVISION Routine Work Orders Emergency Work Orders Completed: 54 Completed: 3 City-owned Facility Work Events & Support Work Orders: 53 Orders: 4 MEASURE April 2024 April 2023 Completed Work Orders 57 49 DIFFERENCE 16.33% There were 57 routine and emergency Work Orders completed during this month. The work orders consisted of 53 for maintenance and repair of City-owned facilities and 4 related to events and other support work. Central Services Narrative The Warehousing & Procurement office continues to see inflated costs and excessive lead times. Facilities staff has been busy with routine work orders and setting up for Dover Days! Fleet is operating as normal at this time. Page 81 7

Item #19. CENTRAL SERVICES PROJECT UPDATE April 2024 FY/PROJECT NUMBER DEPARTMENT STATUS CENTRAL SERVICES FC2303 COMPLETE! CITY HALL WINDOWS 3rd floor complete and 2nd ELECTRIC floor is 95% complete. EA2204 WEYANDT HALL HVAC Should be ready to start 1st floor in mid-May. CENTRAL SERVICES FC2402 COMPLETE! CITY HALL EXTERIOR PAINT CENTRAL SERVICES CS2405 COMPLETE! WASH BAY ROOF & DOORS WATER WASTE WATER WTP WD2409 Construction is underway. RENOVATIONS Page 82 8

Item #19. Recap of monthly activities / notations – As of April 30, 2024 the City of Dover served 25,024 electric utility customers and 13,196 water utility customers as compared to 2023, which represents 25,601 and 13,473 respectively. These figures were tabulated from the monthy utility bill summary report which tracks billing across all utility bill rate classifications. 2,835 phone calls were answered in the month of April by 5 staff members of customer service. Two properties were sold at monition sale in April 2024, they were 645 Nimitz RD and 233-239 W Loockerman ST. Please note there was an error on the write off amount on the March report because I did not remove the amount from the month before. Receivable Comparison FY 2023 to Utility Disconnections for April 2024 FY2024 to date (April 2024) Compared 438 accounts were disconnected for non-payment of service. to the same time last year the City had open receivables of $7,123,967.80 vs Total receivable collected through the disconnection process $214,657.85 $9,396,106.85. Ending Utility Receivable Due - $6,882,994.33 Customer Service Department Mission Continually provide quality public service to our diverse group of customers with professionalism, respect, & integrity. ~ City of Dover Customer Service Department Page 83 9

Item #19. Number of Deeds Stamped for Transfer Tax Dollar Amount the Month of April 2023/2024 for the Month of April $380 37 $400 2023/2024 40 29 30 30 18 18 Thousand $114 16 $200 $127 20 10 2 0 2 0 2023 s $39 $54 $0 $2$0 2023 0 $0 2024 2024 April 2023/2024 Realty First Time Buyer for the Month Property Sales in Dollars of April 2023/2024 Received Prior to Recording 37 40 $8 $8 29 $10 $8 $5 $5 Millions 30 $6 18 Res. Non-First 18 Time Buyers $4 $0 $0 $0 $0 2023 20 $2 $0 Res. First Time 2024 10 Buyers 0 2023 2024 Major Updates February March April Assessment Change $0 $5,666,900 $0 Residential Sales Ratio Report Sales in Study Total Assessed Total Sale Price Ratio PRD Value 30 $5,010,400 $8,045,788 0.62 1.05 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. Page 84 10

Item #19. Tax Office Wild Meadows / Persimmon Park Place Home Sales for April 2024: Property Address Assessed Value Sales Price 8 Carolyn Ct $93,000 $110,000 2024 Appeals - Appeals and Exempt Requests submitted by the April 30, 2024, deadline: Commercial: 2 Exemption Request: 10 Page 85 11

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Item #19. For the month of April 2024, the Electric Department contributed to the quality of life for all our customers. The city experienced a system peak of 112.3 megawatts, an increase of 22.9 megawatts from last month and a 10.2 megawatt increase from the same month last year. There was a total of 8 outages for the month affecting a total of 529 customers with an average outage time of 76.89 minutes. Recognized Lineman’s Appreciation Day. Project Updates: The department continues to work in Towne Point, Verona Woods, Rojan Meadows, Eden Hills and we are testing all electric poles in the city. City crews have tested approximately 3000 poles with a failure rate of 2.4% or 60 poles. The Department has received all LED roadway lights to replace the roughly 2000 conventional lights installed in the city. So far there have been approximately 800 lights replaced around the city. Work at the Garrison Oak Technical Park substation continues and is still estimated to be complete in May. Work at McKee Generation Station is progressing well. Van Sant was not called on for dispatch for the month of April, but NAES is performing scheduled replacement of the air filters as well as other programmed maintenance. FY 24 YTD Outages and Response Time: Total – 75 Average Response Time – 30.98 (Goal – Less than 30 minutes) Statistics: 3-year average: FY Average: Average Interruption Duration Index (SAIDI) 171.4 minutes 57.74 minutes Goal – Not to exceed 100 mins System Average Interruption Frequency Index (SAIFI) 1.7 per cust .57 per cust Goal – Not to exceed 1 per customer Customer Average Interruption Duration Index (CAIDI) 99.45 minutes 100.87 minutes Lost Time Accidents – Workorders Generated – Current Month – 0 Total FY – 0 Current Month – 143 Total FY – 1,738 Page 87 13

Item #19. FY24 Historical Peak Load 180 160 140 120 100 2022 Megawatts 80 2023 2024 60 40 20 0 Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Page 88 14

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES APRIL 2024 City of Dover Human Resources Mission Statement: The City of Dover’s Human Resources Department strives to provide quality service to assist our greatest asset, our employees. Equity, Integrity, and Urgency is our focus to ensure employee satisfaction as well as company wellness. We implement policies and procedures that align with organizational goals, including a safe and compliant workplace, effective training and professional development, and addressing both the needs of employees and the organization. City of Dover Human Resources Value Statement: Innovation: We strive to include best HR practices to enhance a robust technological movement to enhance the quality and efficiency of the department. Collaboration: We honor knowledge sharing, diversity of thoughts and ideas, and experiences to encourage an inclusive workforce. Integrity and Transparency: We honor our commitments and promote a healthy environment that promotes fairness, honesty, respect, and trust. Results Driven: Customer service is front and center, and we advocate for employees' and retirees’ needs at all times. APRIL SUMMARY: April Hiring Trends FY24: The month of April shows a small increase in the hiring rate to include 7 new hires. The positions hired include 6 full-time roles and 1 part-time role. April Voluntary Termination/Involuntary Termination Trends FY24: In the month of April, there were 4 voluntary and 0 involuntary terminations. Page 89 15

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES APRIL EEO DATA EEO DATA AMERICAN INDIAN ASIAN BLACK CAUCASIAN HISPANIC OTHER RACE 2% 1% 4% 3% 15% 75% AMERICAN INDIAN 3% ASIAN 1% AFRICAN AMERICAN 15% CAUCASIAN 75% HISPANIC 2% OTHER RACE 4% Page 90 16

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES APRIL EEO DEMOGRAPHICS EEOC DEMOGRAPHICS 99 MINORITY 295 CAUCASIAN CAUCASIAN 295 MINORITY 99 Page 91 17

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES APRIL GENDER REPORT Gender Report FEMALE MALE NONBINARY 0% 27% 73% MALES 73% FEMALE 27% NON-BINARY 0% Page 92 18

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES FULL-TIME VS. PART-TIME EE’S FULL TIME vs PART TIME 450 387 388 387 394 400 365 356 358 362 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 31 30 25 29 0 JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC FULL TIME PART TIME TOTAL EE'S Numbers do not reflect temporary, seasonal, relief fire dispatchers, committee, or council members. MONTH JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC FULL TIME 356 358 362 365 PART TIME 31 30 25 29 TOTAL EE'S 387 388 387 394 Page 93 19

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES INTERNAL EE AGE DEMOGRAPHICS AGE DEMOGRAPHICS 18-24 7% 25-34 26% 35-44 21% 45-54 23% 55-64 18% 65+ 5% 0% 5% 10% 15% 20% 25% 30% AGE PERCENTAGE 18-24 7% 25-34 26% 35-44 21% 45-54 23% 55-64 18% 65 + 5% Page 94 20

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES HIRING DETAILS Position Hired: 1 FT POLICE RESOURCES MANAGER, 1 FT PAYROLL SPECIALIST, 1 FT MEO, 1 FT PLAYGROUND LEADER, 1 FT COMMUNICATION OPERATOR, 1 PT LIBRARY CLERK, 1 PT SERVICE CENTER CLERK, 1 FT BUILDING SUPERVISOR Transferred/Promoted: 0 Position Terminated/Resigned/Retired/Other: 0 Terminal Leave: N/A APRIL VACANT POSITIONS VACANT POSITIONS BY DEPT. Apr-24 LIBRARY ASSISTANT - YOUTH SERVICES/DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY DEPT PT PASSPORT CLERK/DOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY DEPT PT ARBORIST/PARKS AND RECREATION/PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT FT LEAD LABORER/PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT FT MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I/PUBLIC WORKS DEPT FT ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER/POLICE DEPT FT INSPECTOR I - CODE ENFORCEMENT/DEPT OF PLANNING, INSPECTIONS AND COMMUNITY DEV DEPT FT CIVIL ENGINEER I/WATER WASTEWATER DIVISION FT ACCOUNTS PAYABLE CLERK/FINANCE DEPART FT SERVICE CENTER CLERK/PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT PT HUMAN RESOURCES GENERALIST/HUMAN RESOURCES DEPT FT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST/PUBLIC WORKS DEPT FT BUILDING SUPERVISOR (2 POSITIONS)/PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT PT MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I/FWATER WASTEWATER DIVISION FT VICTIM SERVICES ADVOCATE/POLICE DEPT PT PAYROLL SPECIALIST/FINANCE DEPT FT PLANNING AND COMMUNITY DEV DIRECTOR/PLANNING DEPT FT PARKING ENFORCEMENT OFFICER/POLICE DEPT FT PLANNER II/PLANNING DEPT FT CAMP COUNSELOR I/PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT FT (SEASONAL) FINANCIAL REPORTING & ACCOUNT MANAGER/FINANCE DEPT FT POLICE CADET/POLICE DEPT PT RELIEF FIRE DISPATCHER/FIRE DEPT PT (AS NEEDED) *Not used for Budgeting Purposes Page 95 21

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES TURNOVER STATISTICS Monthly Number of Average Quarterly Annual Turnover Month Separated Number of Turnover Turnover Rates Employees Employees Rates Rate (Percentage) January 0 387 0.0% February 1 388 0.3% March 4 387 1.0% 1.3% April 4 394 1.0% May 0 1 0.0% June 0 1 0.0% 1.0% July 0 1 0.0% August 0 1 0.0% September 0 1 0.0% 0.0% October 0 1 0.0% November 0 1 0.0% December 0 1 0.0% 0.0% 2.3% Page 96 22

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES Monthly Turnover Rates (Percentage) 1.2% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 0.8% 0.6% 0.4% 0.3% 0.2% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% 0.0% Page 97 23

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES Quarterly and Annual Turnover Rates 2.5% Annual, 2.3% 2.0% 1.5% Q1, 1.3% Q2, 1.0% 1.0% 0.5% Q3, 0.0% Q4, 0.0% 0.0% Page 98 24

Item #19. HUMAN RESOURCES APRIL WORKER’S COMPENSATION DATA Mar- Apr- MONTH 24 24 WORKERS COMP INJURY DETAIL 2 16 WORKERS COMP COST APRIL 2024 TOTAL 40879.72 WATER/WASTEWATER 9236.56 POWERPLANT 429.4 POLICE 27280.75 GROUNDS 3933.01 0 5000 10000 15000 20000 25000 30000 35000 40000 45000 Respectfully Submitted by H. Naomi Poole Page 99 25

Item #19. Information Technology Department April 2024 Report Larry Josefowski, Director Training: Our Senior LAN Analyst coordinated several vendors who provided training sessions with some of our tools, which provided the team with a renewed understanding of the capabilities of the various products. This will allow us to better use the tools, such as our security training tool, in the future. Network Security: The State and Local Cybersecurity grant program is on hold, so our acquisition of the tool that allows us to better monitor network issues is also on hold. Funding for other projects, discussed in closed session, has not been released, either, with at least a several months’ delay before funds become available. In terms of equipment, we decommissioned and removed two pieces of network equipment switches and replaced one switch. System Improvements: We continue to improve our various processes to provide better and more consistent service. As part of our Windows 11 deployment, which must be completed by next year, we will be using a new tool that provides the same image and software to every computer, instead of being done individually. In addition to being able to deploy new computers quicker, it will make reimaging computers with hard-to-find issues easier to bring back to our base state. We conducted a walk-through of City Hall for a possible rewiring project. Much of the building was wired with what is now out of specification cabling that may be impacting service to the network. The bandwidth of today’s computers is 10 times greater than the specifications of the cable that was installed 20-25 years ago. Tyler Enterprise ERP: Upgrades are on hold due to budget season, but a major upgrade will be done in early July. Discussions continue regarding the future of the City’s ERP posture, with contract information sent to the City Solicitor. Metrics: % of Computers patched: As part of our system review, we found some performance issues with our patching servers. We have fixed the discrepancies, and likely will not dip below 99% in the foreseeable future. This metric may likely get “retired” if it stays at 100% for an extended period. Spam Emails to System: We made several configuration changes to our incoming mail filter, and it is likely the reason so much more mail is being sent to Spam before it gets sent to people’s inboxes. There were, and are likely still, emails that get caught up in it, but IT sent out an email detailing the process on how we can assist in getting emails caught in the Spam filter. System Security Scores: We are seeing a slight uptick in these metrics that are a measure of how much we are in compliance with Microsoft’s definition of “best practices” – which often means using more Microsoft products. We continue to carefully review items that are indicated and measure the impact and implement as needed. These generally are not significant or highly important changes, but they provide a tool for continuous improvement. Percent Training Completed: This is a measure of who in the city has completed the yearly security training. We continue to have some difficulties in getting 100% participation – and it should not be a surprise that those who have not completed the training do have a higher rate of getting caught in our quarterly phishing campaigns than those who have. Page 100 26

Item #19. % of Computers patched Spam Emails to System 12000 100% 100% 10000 8000 99% 99% 99% 6000 98% 4000 2000 0 NOVEMBER DECEMBER MARCH FEBRUARY APRIL JANUARY Spam/Phishing Atttempts System Security Scores Percent training completed 90% 100% 80% 95% 90% 70% 85% 60% 80% 50% 75% 70% 65% 60% Microsoft Compliance Score Microsoft Security Store Page 101 27

Reference Transactions April 2024 Item #19. Adults 1,421 Teens 95 Children 356 0 250 500 750 1000 1250 1500 1750 2000 Circulation April '24 FYTD '24 April '23 FYTD '23 City of Dover Residents 11,057 103,489 9,461 102,584 Electronic Materials 5,865 52,645 4,352 43,716 Kent County Residents 10,259 97,555 7,408 72,795 Non-County Residents 1,237 13,411 987 11,948 New Library Registrations City of Dover Residents 281 2,303 201 2,358 Kent County Residents 106 1,347 109 1,121 Non-County Residents 7 66 8 52 Registered Library Users as of 04/30/2024 Registered Library Users as of 04/30/2023 City of Dover Residents 19,133 16,979 Kent County Residents 8,570 6,850 Non-County Residents 675 606 TOTAL 28,378 24,435 Other Visitors 14,504 144,648 14,446 138,630 Meeting Room Attendance 3,017 27,729 2,213 20,148 Number of Computer Users 1,768 17,174 1,506 15,678 Number of Wireless Computer Users 1,603 15,575 1,512 14,807 Inter/Intralibrary - Loaned 45 44 Inter/Intralibrary - Borrowed 54 59 Holds Sent 2,952 2,627 Holds Received 1,695 1,879 TOTAL 4,746 47,410 4,609 49,098 Tech Services/Items Added 1,283 1,189 Tech Services/Items Deleted 1,180 1,002 Passport Services/Customers 358 2,545 330 2,617 Passport Services/Revenue $14,778 $101,673 $13,744 $106,333 Monthly Highlights ►670 attended 61 programs for adults. ►313 attended 20 program for teens. ►1,359 attended 40 programs for children. ► 0 volunteers. Program Spotlight Page 102 28

Item #19. Parks & Recreation Monthly Report - April 2024 Parks & RecreaƟon Highlights  Five Park Projects Update Dover Park Building and Spray Pad progress con nues. Staff is following this project and have met with Kent Contrac ng and Whitman Requardt & Associates to keep the project moving forward. All Accessible Playground staff con nues to follow this project. Onsite mee ngs have taken place regarding site prep and installa on. Skate Park in progress as noted in the FY25 CIP list. A pre‐applica on is being prepared for the ORPT program offered by Delaware State Parks.  John W. PiƩs RecreaƟon hosted a job fair presented by the Department of Labor and our Human Resources Department. And hosted Big Fish Restaurant Group and their teambuilding exercises. The Spring Adult Volleyball league began play with eight (8) teams.  Youth Spring Soccer League prac ces kicked off with 285 girls & boys taking the fields at Schu e Park.  Spring & Summer Performing Arts on The Green is returning for it’s 48th year! A special thanks goes to Bally’s of Dover for their Gold Level Sponsorship and to Shore United Bank for their Friend Parks & Recrea on sponsorship. Mark your calendars now for Thursday Nights beginning June 6 at 7 pm for a night of free family entertainment! Recreation Revenue Breakdown Outdoor Sports & Leagues ParƟcipant & Spectator Count AcƟvity ParƟcipants Spectators LocaƟon Mens Senior So ball 288 21 Schu e Park Church League So ball Star ng in May Schu e Park Girls So ball (prac ces) 200 50 Dover Park Girls On The Run Star ng in May Schu e Park April 2024 April 2023 General Recrea on $1,448.00 General Recrea on $1,778.00 Girls So ball (prac ces) Star ng in May New Street Leagues $4,050.00 Camps $9,100.00 Leagues $6,480.00 Girls Only Basketball Sports $550.00 Park Permits/Rentals $400.00 Sports $240.00 Camps $9,170.00 Park Permits/Rentals $300.00 40 girls signed up!! Parks & RecreaƟon FYTD FYTD April 24 April 23 Programs 24 23 General Recrea on 267 2,398 86 2,379 Open Gym 290 2,316 173 1,636 Sports 138 1,650 559 2,246 Leagues (Inside) 1,747 26,282 1,288 24,874 Bldg, Field, Facility permits * 75 * 53 Spring Break Camp 115 1,754 113 2,013 *Mark your calendars for the Ride of Silence: May 15 and Bike to Work Day ‐ Dover: May 16* Page 103 29

Item #19. Grounds Monthly Report Apr-24 Arborist Crew: Arborist Crew - Alley trimming Tree Work Completed - Street tree maintenance Tree's Trimmed 55 - Assisted Street Division with root pruning Tree's Removed 16 for sidewalk replacement Root Pruning 0 Stumps Removed 4 Beautification Crew: Trees Planted 2 - Assisted with alley trimming - Begn removing tulips - Flower bed maintenance Mowing Crew: - Assisted with alley trimming - Mowing routes are being completed on schedule 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 - 347 Total 90 gallon cans collected - Removed 7 Shopping Carts Parks Crew: - Completed parks route daily - Set up Bocce ball at Pitts Center - Graded parking lots at Schutte Park - Lined fields for soccer season - Preped softball field weekly for games. Miscellaneous: - Planted 2 trees, spread playgound mulch, and wood chips at schutte park with the assistance of Baily's - Removed trash and litter from behind old Post Office - Spraying at Parks and City property has began - Started bush hogging at City property Page 104 30

Item #19. 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 2024 Trees Removed 80 60 40 20 0 Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec 2021 2022 2023 2024 Trees Trimmed 250 200 150 100 50 0 Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec 2021 2022 2023 2024 Page 105 31

Item #19. City Planner’s Monthly Report Department of Planning & Inspections APRIL 2024 Planning & Inspections Highlights Some Items to Call to Your Attention April was the month of the circle. With the month beginning with the Partial Solar Eclipse on April 8, 2024 and ending with the week- end of NASCAR events racing around the oval at the Monster Mile of Dover Motor Speedway. Department Staff continued involve- ment with the regular cycles of applications and permit reviews with inspections. The April construction pace continued to be lower in the number of Building Permits issued with only two (2) new house starts and with non-residential permits focused on smaller renovation pro- jects citywide. The number of Inspections associated with con- struction activities for Building, Plumbing, and Mechanical Permits was 365 inspections. By month’s end, Certificates of Occupancy were also issued to five (5) additional dwelling units completed in the City. Department Revenue received continued to out pace the FY24 Budget estimates with increases in the revenues from Building Permits and Fire Protection Permits. (See Revenue Report on next page). The Code Enforcement Staff continued to conduct Annual Housing Inspections as part of the Rental Dwelling Permit program with 77 completed in the month but also issued 44 Violations for No Valid Rental Permit as the licensing year had started February 1st. There are currently over 7,900 Rental Dwelling Units within the City. The main focus of Code Enforcement violations in April was the uptick in Tall Grass and Weeds viola- tions at 98 cases. Code Enforcement Staff is utilizing the Door Hangers to notify occupants of pend- ing violations. Other Code Enforcement cases focused on exterior property maintenance issues/ violations and Dover Code of Ordinance violations. For the month, there were over 804 inspections conducted. For the Fire Marshal’s Office Staff, the number of fire investigations in April was seven (7) incidents . The Fire Marshal’s Office was involved in inspections related to the NASCAR Event Weekend for RV/ camping. Licensing, and event compliance. Page 106 32

Item #19. Planning & Inspections Revenue FY2024 Revenue Estimates from FY2024 Actual Revenue Stream Budget (YTD) April % of Budget Business License $1,450,000 $ 1,480,772 102% Manufactured Home License $16,000 $ 13,342 83% Building Permits $450,000 $ 721,716 160% Cert. of Occupancy $8,000 $ 9,140 114% Public Occupancy $45,000 $ 45,570 101% Lodging House $28,000 $ 29,351 105% Plumbing/Heating/Air $105,000 $ 91,354 87% Rental Inspection Fee $750,000 $ 723,102 96% Miscellaneous $20,000 $ 19,008 95% Fire Protection Fees $70,000 $ 113,703 162% Code Enforcement Fines $100,000 $ 72,896 73% Vacant Building Reg. $70,000 $ 27,625 39% Total P&I Revenue $3,112,000 $ 3,347,579 108% Planning Office Operations 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 par- ticipation. Electronic communications and conducting Meetings and Trainings in virtual for- mats are commonplace due to realized efficiencies. 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 April 2024, Planning Staff was involved with the review of 52 Building Permits and 10 Certificates of Occupancy per- mits that were issued for a monthly total of 62 and a year-to-date total of 270. The 2024 year-to-date tally is lower than the year-to-date totals of Permits and COs seen in 2023 at 318 and in 2022 at 296. Staff also reviews new applications for Business Licenses and Rental Dwelling Permits. APRIL 2024 (FY24) TOTAL FOR FY24 New Home Permits Issued 2 79 Value of Commercial Projects $482,300.00 $72,666,156.00 Downtown Incentives (Fees Waived) $2,776.00 $29,093.35 Page 107 33

Item #19. 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. • As part of the annual opportunity and process for Comprehensive Plan Amendments, the process con- tinued for consideration of a Request for a Comprehensive Plan Amendment was filed requesting a change to the Map 12-1: Land Development Plan Map. This Comprehensive Plan Amendment 2024 (MI -24-01) related to a Land Use Classification change from Office to Mixed for the property at 1079 Silver Lake Boulevard was recommended for approval by the Planning Commission in February. The Applica- tion’s Public Hearing was conducted by City Council on March 11, 2024 with action deferred on it for 30 days. At the April 22, 2024 Meeting, the City Council took action but did not grant approval to the Re- quest; therefore, the Land Use Classification for the property at 1079 Silver Lake Boulevard remains as Office. Other Activities • 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 focusing on aspects of Plan implementation. Currently, the Downtown Dover Partnership and the Do- ver/Kent County MPO are involved with the Downtown Dover Pathways Study (underway with consult- ants). Also, the City is involved in planning for water and sanitary sewer improvement projects. • Downtown Development District – Renewal Application: The Downtown Development District (DDD) for the City of Dover was designated in January 2015 for a period of ten years. The City is eligible to ap- ply for a five-year extension of this designation. Rossi, a consultant group, has been retained to assist the City in preparation of the Renewal Application including looking at areas for potential amendments to expand/contract the DDD boundaries. An Update on the Draft Renewal Application and DDD Plan being prepared was presented to the Council Committee of the Whole – Legislative, Finance, & admin- istration Committee on April 9th. CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES • In April 2024, Residential Building Permits were issued for two (2) single-family detached dwellings in the Downtown Development District area. • A Temporary Certificate of Occupancy was issued for a Duplex unit in the Eden Hill Farm TND for Chat- ham Bay. Certificates of Occupancy were issued to two (2) Duplex units in Eden Hill Farm TND for Chat- ham Bay; a single family detached dwelling in the Downtown Development District; and for two (2) manufactured home placements in Dover East Estates. • Building Permits issued in April were for several interior renovation projects including a tenant fit-out at 1128 Forrest Avenue for a restaurant and a tenant fit-out for phone retailer at 515 S. DuPont Highway Suite 3; and other small renovation projects. • Certificates of Occupancy were issued for the creation of several tenant spaces including renovations for a multi-purpose room at Bally’s; a second floor apartment unit at 231 W. Loockerman Street A; the DIMH Emergency Shelter for Women at 1156 Walker Road; and other interior renovation projects along W. Loockerman Street. Page 108 34

Item #19. 2024: Welcome to Dover! Progress in Pictures 28 W. Loockerman Street 231 W. Loockerman Street A –Loockerman Suites Apartments Bally’s 1131 N. DuPont Highway 1156 Walker Road Dover Interfaith Mission for Housing Page 109 35

Item #19. 2024: Welcome to Dover! Progress in Pictures 53 S. New 533 & 535 Street Ruth Way Habitat for Duplexes- Humanity Eden Hill Farm TND - Chatham Bay 517 Ruth Way - Eden Hill Farm TND -Chatham Bay 1061 S. Little Creek Road -Unit 207 - Manufactured Home Page 110 36

Item #19. BOARD AND COMMISSION ACTIVITY There was an April Meeting of one of the Boards and Commissions supported by the Planning Office. The Planning Commission Meeting on April 15, 2024 consisted of review of a Request for Extension of Plan Ap- proval and two Rezoning Applications. The Historic District Commission and the Board of Adjustment did not meet in April due to lack of agenda items. For Training in April, several Board of Adjustment members and City Planning Staff attended a virtual session on “Board of Adjustments” on April 24, 2024 presented by the University of Delaware’s Institute for Public Administration. Planning Commission: The Planning Commission met on April 15, 2024. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for May 20, 2024. • S-21-11 McKee Road Apartments at 1385 McKee Road: Request for Extension – The Planning Commis- sion granted approval of a One-Year Extension of the Planning Commission conditional approval granted on April 18, 2022 of a Site Development Application for the construction of sixteen (16) 10,000 SF gar- den style apartment buildings each containing twenty-four (24) units for a total of 384 apartment units. Also proposed are sixteen (16) garage buildings, a Club House with Pool, walking paths, picnic areas, a dog park, playing field, parking, and other site improvements. Action included approval of partial elimi- nation of upright curbing, partial elimination of frontage sidewalk, reduction of parking requirements, and a partial cash-in-lieu of Active Recreation Area construction. The property is zoned RG- 2 (General Residence Zone) and C-2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone) and subject to the COZ-1 (Corridor Overlay Zone). This development application is only for the residential zoned portion of the property. The commercial portion will be developed under separate application. The property is located on the east side of McKee Road near the intersection of McKee Road and Scarborough Road. The owner of record is McKee Cap, LLC. • Z-24-03 Lands of Linda Duncan at 600 Forest Street - The Planning Commission recommended approval to City Council of a Rezoning application for a parcel of land consisting of 0.51 acres+/-. The property is zoned IO (Institutional and Office Zone) and subject to the H (Historic District Zone) and the SWPOZ (Source Water Protection Overlay Zone). The proposed zoning for the property is C-2A (Limited Central Commercial Zone) and remaining subject to the H (Historic District Zone) and the SWPOZ (Source Wa- ter Protection Overlay Zone). The property is located on the south side Forest Street and near the west end of Loockerman Street. The owner of record is Linda Duncan. The equitable owner is Erin Barrett. • Z-24-04 Lands of White Marsh Environmental Systems at 1100 & 1110 S. Little Creek Road - The Plan- ning Commission recommended approval to City Council of a Rezoning application for a parcel of land consisting of 10.7146 acres +/-. The property is zoned CPO (Commercial and Professional Office Zone). The proposed zoning for the property is IPM (Industrial Park Manufacturing Zone). The property is locat- ed on the south side of South Little Creek Road and west of State Route 1. The owner of record is White Marsh Environmental Systems Inc. c/o Tidewater Utilities. Page 111 37

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Item #19. CDBG FY23 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. One family purchased a home and two families are mortgage ready. • 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. This project is underway. Sixty percent 60% of project funds have been spent year to date and 90% of funds have been spent on renovations cost. • Central Delaware Housing Collaborative CDBG funds will be used to provide operations cost for a women’s shelter. This project is underway. Sixty percent (60%) of program funds have been spent year to date. • Milford Housing Homeowner Rehabilitation/Emergency Home Repair Pro- grams CDBG funds will be used to rehabilitate existing owner-occupied housing in the City that are in violation of the City’s Housing Code and complete emergency home repairs to eliminate housing conditions that threaten the health and safety of low-income home- owners. Two owner occupied homes have been rehabbed and six (6) homes received emergency home repairs. • 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. A little under $1.5 million or 79% of funds have been spent on Round 1 of ARPA funding year to date. Dover Housing Authority, Murphey School and Reading Assist have completed their projects. ARPA Round 2 funding for a little under $500,000 was awarded to subgrantees. Projects are currently underway. Thirty percent (30%) of funds have been drawn down for Round 2 with Murphey School completing their project. Page 112 38

Item #19. CODE ENFORCEMENT ACTIVITY DECEMEBER 2023 DECEMEBER 2023 DECEMEBER 2023 DE- CEMEBER 2023 DECEMEBER 2023 DECEMEBER 2023 DECEMEBER 2023 Case Type Current MTD MTD FY23 % Changed YTD Total FY24 YTD Total FY 23 % Changed YTD Dangerous Buildings, Vacant Buildings & Demolitions  Vacant Buildings currently registered - 148  Dangerous Buildings – 54  Active Rental Dwellings – 7,923 units  Active Demolitions - 137 S Queen St , 130 S New St, 132 S New St & 134 S New St Page 113 39

Building Inspections & Licensing Summary Item #19. July 2022— July 2023– Current June 2024 April 2023 June 2023 PERMITTING AND LICENSING Permits Issued APRIL (2024) APRIL (2023) FY 24 FYTD 24 FY23 FYTD 23 Administrative Permit 2 48 8 56 Building Addition/Renovation Permits 30 303 24 283 Building Permits 18 189 16 218 Demolition Permits 2 28 1 19 Fence Permits 13 142 18 243 Fire Prevention Permits 7 100 2 60 Mechanical Permits 38 298 21 338 Plumbing Permits 26 261 76 397 Sign Permits 6 133 9 83 Swimming Pool Permits 2 8 2 13 Subtotal 1510 1710 Business Licenses 62 1969 54 1845 Merchant Licenses 8 361 2 328 Contractor Licenses 24 1323 31 1229 Subtotal 3653 3402 Lodging House Licenses 1 47 3 47 Public Occupancy 14 517 27 473 Rental Dwelling 353 2905 144 2914 Subtotal 3469 3434 Manufactured Homes 17 294 9 282 BUILDING INSPECTIONS Inspections APRIL (2024) APRIL (2023) FY 24 FYTD 24 FY23 FYTD 23 Building (Inspections/CBI/Site Meetings) 161 1482 370 3406 Plumbing/Mechanical 195 1532 316 3966 Certificate of Occupancy 10 123 27 171 Page 114 40

Item #19. Office of the Fire Marshal The Fire Marshal’s Office staff investigated seven inci- dents during the month of April including a significant fire loss at 1568 N DuPont Hwy. -Staff worked race weekend to ensure that all of the citi- zens and visitors were safe during the festivities. -The Fire Marshal’s Office in conjunction with Mike Walker the City of Dover GIS Manager have started a new GIS layer to keep track of all annual fire and life safety in- spections. Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date Annual Fire & Life Safety Inspections 30 273 320 Deficiencies From the Above Inspections 70 783 1,048 Fire Code Violations/Deficiencies/ 28 218 261 Complaints C/O & Fire Equipment Acceptance Tests 13 106 118 Meetings & Walk Through 23 203 180 Fire Plan Review & DAC 17 135 110 -Staff attended a fire pattern certification class. Month Year to Date Previous Year to Date Accidental 4 totaling $20,501 30 totaling $2,031,505 32 totaling $1,228,601 Undetermined 1 totaling $10,000 13 totaling $706,603 10 totaling $290,002 Incendiary 2 totaling $12,500 10 totaling $26,503 5 totaling $4,070,502 Natural 0 1 totaling $60,000 0 Arrest Made with DPD 2 2 2 Investigation Time 12 hours 125 hours 193 hours Injuries 1 8 1 Deaths 1 1 0 Page 115 41

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Item #19. CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF WATER & WASTEWATER MONTHLY REPORT Apr-24 Inflow & Infiltration Costs $300,000.00 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 $250,000.00 Ground Water Inflow Adjustment rate passed on to the customers. April 2024 had a large amout of rainfall, causing a significant I & I deficit. $200,000.00 $150,000.00 $100,000.00 $50,000.00 $- Apr-23 May-23 Jun-23 Jul-23 Aug-23 Sep-23 Oct-23 Nov-23 Dec-23 Jan-24 Feb-24 Mar-24 Apr-24 I & I Cost Water & Wastewater Repairs Water mains and services are typically 7 repaired at a higher rate when drastic change in temperature occurs. This 6 freeze and thaw cycle expands and contracts the soil, causing cracks in the water line. November 2023 had large 5 fluctuations of temperature, causing a large volume of repairs. 4 3 2 1 0 Apr-23 May-23 Jun-23 Jul-23 Aug-23 Sep-23 Oct-23 Nov-23 Dec-23 Jan-24 Feb-24 Mar-24 Apr-24 Water Mains Repaired Water Services Repaired Wastewater Mains Repaired Wastewater Laterals Repaired Page 120 46

Item #19. CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF WATER & WASTEWATER MONTHLY REPORT Apr-24 Number of Brown Water Complaints 20 This chart indicates the number of 18 complaints the Department receives. March 2024 was high because it has 16 been over 5 months since the last flushing operation. 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Apr-23 May-23 Jun-23 Jul-23 Aug-23 Sep-23 Oct-23 Nov-23 Dec-23 Jan-24 Feb-24 Mar-24 Apr-24 Number of Brown Water Complaints Linear (Number of Brown Water Complaints) Department Spotlight - April The Department of Water & Wastewater manages the operation and maintenance of seven (7) water towers. Every year, our team works with a licensed contractor to rehabilitate the structures to assure they are in fine working order. After Before During Page 121 47

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Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 CITY OF DOVER ACTIVITY REPORTS April 2024 FY23 YTD FY24 YTD BANK TRENDS Number of Deposits Made (Hand, ACH & Wire, Lockbox) 5,330 5,480 Total Amount of All Deposits $ 175,510,547 $ 137,815,510 Other Activity Number of Pay Periods 22 22 Number of Direct Deposits Issued 9,008 8,613 Number of Pension Checks Issued 2,636 2,588 Total Pension Benefits Paid - Defined Benefit Plan $ 5,056,618 $ 5,091,449 ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Number of Check Vouchers 4,818 5,214 Number of EFT Vouchers 3,247 3,438 Vouchers Dollar Amount Disbursed $ 88,140,406 $ 89,331,568 $85,348 FY23 YTD Wages FY24 YTD Wages $89,005 $306,323 $112,198 $814,404 $64,861 $208,870 $624,311 $635,554 $701,915 $1,395,954 $1,619,400 $1,590,340 $1,951,330 $16,395,645 $18,533,453 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 Comp Time Comp Time Other Other Other includes: pay adjustments, military differential pay, training, committee meetings, worker compensation tracking/adjustments, etc. PagePage 3 124

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 City of Dover General Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (April 2024) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Property & Transfer Taxes $ 18,056,100 $ 18,056,100 $ 18,171,857 101% Program Revenues 12,354,700 12,354,700 13,058,245 106% Utility Transfers 9,000,000 9,000,000 7,500,000 83% Grants 883,500 923,500 890,572 96% Interfund Services 6,236,400 6,236,400 4,845,594 78% 1 4,066,000 4,296,300 3,504,577 82% All Other $ 50,596,700 $ 50,867,000 $ 47,970,844 94% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Program Expenses $ 34,903,300 $ 34,832,500 $ 25,692,994 74% Interfund Services 12,177,000 12,309,300 9,257,354 75% Debt Service 630,700 630,700 523,920 83% Post Retirement Benefits 2,548,000 2,548,000 2,123,333 83% Pension Fund Contributions 1,000,000 1,000,000 1,000,000 100% Capital Project Transfers 2,920,100 3,037,800 3,037,800 100% 2 3,052,800 3,052,800 1,569,764 51% All Other $ 57,231,900 $ 57,411,100 $ 43,205,166 75% 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 and Trf to Economic Development Reserve Fund. PagePage 4 125

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 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 $40,000,000 $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 PagePage 5 126

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 City of Dover Water Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (April 2024) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Customer Sales $ 6,550,000 $ 6,550,000 $ 5,443,371 83% Impact Fees 225,000 225,000 230,992 103% Rents 435,500 435,500 423,588 97% Miscellaneous 1 75,200 75,200 325,014 432% $ 7,285,700 $ 7,285,700 $ 6,422,965 88% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Program Expenses $ 4,156,100 $ 4,132,700 $ 2,883,961 70% Interfund Services 1,138,000 1,138,000 884,022 78% Debt Service 700,000 700,000 469,354 67% Post Retirement Benefits 226,900 226,900 189,083 83% Capital Project Transfers 1,536,700 1,536,700 1,536,700 100% Electric I&E Fund Transfer 25,000 25,000 - 0% General Fund Transfer 500,000 500,000 416,667 83% All Other 2 32,000 32,000 18,565 58% $ 8,314,700 $ 8,291,300 $ 6,398,352 77% 1 Includes Penalties, Income from Sale of Assets, Miscellaneous Income, and Reconnect Fees. 2 Includes Bank & CC Fees. PagePage 6 127

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 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 $4,500,000 $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 7 Page 128

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 City of Dover Wastewater Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (April 2024) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Customer Sales $ 10,326,000 $ 10,326,000 $ 8,960,125 87% Impact Fees 225,000 225,000 211,059 94% Miscellaneous 1 50,200 50,200 333,870 665% $ 10,601,200 $ 10,601,200 $ 9,505,054 90% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Program Expenses $ 1,649,200 $ 1,649,200 $ 1,178,110 71% Kent County Treatment Fee 4,730,000 4,730,000 3,886,841 82% Interfund Services 870,900 870,900 676,801 78% Debt Service 696,200 696,200 383,434 55% Post Retirement Benefits 110,000 110,000 91,667 83% Capital Project Transfers 2,270,900 2,270,900 2,270,900 100% Electric I&E Transfer 25,000 25,000 - 0% General Fund Transfer 500,000 500,000 416,667 83% All Other 2 15,000 15,000 5,433 36% $ 10,867,200 $ 10,867,200 $ 8,909,851 82% 1 Includes Interest Income, Penalties, Loss on Disposal, and Miscellaneous Income. 2 Includes Bank & CC Fees. PagePage 8 129

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 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 $5,000,000 $4,500,000 $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 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 130

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 City of Dover Electric Fund Summary Fiscal Year to Date (April 2024) Revenues Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Customer Sales $ 92,743,400 $ 92,743,400 $ 72,550,252 78% 1 2,299,000 2,299,000 4,052,208 176% All Other $ 95,042,400 $ 95,042,400 $ 76,602,460 81% Expenditures Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Power Supply & Generation $ 82,658,600 $ 82,856,900 $ 37,466,807 45% Electric Operating Div. Exp. 9,208,700 9,208,700 7,143,366 78% Interfund Services 4,227,500 4,227,500 3,284,771 78% Debt Service 1,482,600 1,482,600 1,167,250 79% Post Retirement Benefits 997,000 997,000 830,833 83% General Fund Transfer 8,000,000 8,000,000 6,666,667 83% 2 3,004,900 3,004,900 1,768,203 59% All Other $ 109,579,300 $ 109,777,600 $ 58,327,897 53% 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, Green Energy Charges, and Delay Damages. 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) 760,876 760,876 597,806 Sales per MWh $119.74 $119.74 $119.46 Purchased/Generated MWh 773,010- 773,010- 628,592- All In MWh Supply & Generation $106.87 $107.12 $59.54 Page Page 10 131

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 Electric Fund - Revenues Millions $- $10 $20 $30 $40 $50 $60 $70 $80 $90 $100 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Customer Sales All Other 1 Electric Fund - Expenditures $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 Div. Post Retirement Interfund Services Debt Service General Fund Transfer All Other 2 Generation Exp. Benefits Original Budget $82,658,600 9,208,700 4,227,500 1,482,600 997,000 8,000,000 3,004,900 Revised Budget $82,856,900 9,208,700 4,227,500 1,482,600 997,000 8,000,000 3,004,900 Actual $37,466,807 7,143,366 3,284,771 1,167,250 830,833 6,666,667 1,768,203 Original Budget Revised Budget Actual Page Page 11 132

Item #20. Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 City of Dover Division Expense Summary (General Fund) Fiscal Year to Date (April 2024) Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % General Fund Divisions % of Budget City Clerk $ 414,200 $ 414,200 $ 327,495 79% Council 260,000 260,000 187,528 72% Mayor Fire 851,600 851,600 734,275 86% Human Resources Grounds 1,741,100 1,741,100 1,263,636 73% Customer Services Library 2,040,700 2,040,700 1,533,264 75% Fleet Maintenance Recreation 1,549,600 1,549,600 1,165,908 75% Procurement & Inventory Life Safety 690,600 690,600 490,987 71% Code Enforcement 1,173,600 1,173,600 537,631 46% Engineering Planning 826,100 826,100 508,376 62% Facilities Management Public Inspections 800,800 800,800 580,849 73% Pub. Services Administration Police 21,550,900 21,466,200 16,224,545 76% Finance Police Extra Duty 405,000 405,000 500,247 124% Information Technology Streets 768,600 783,600 560,655 72% Sanitation 3,060,100 3,060,100 2,094,882 68% City Manager Stormwater 906,400 905,300 555,546 61% Stormwater City Manager 1,300,100 1,432,400 1,106,599 77% Sanitation Information Technology 874,100 874,100 686,890 79% Streets Finance 1,032,300 1,032,300 606,457 59% Police Extra Duty Pub. Services Administration 646,900 646,900 485,062 75% Police Facilities Management 822,100 822,100 638,467 78% Engineering 279,300 279,300 205,828 74% Public Inspections Procurement & Inventory 873,600 873,600 708,570 81% Planning Fleet Maintenance 1,078,600 1,078,600 891,741 83% Code Enforcement Customer Services 1,417,500 1,417,500 1,029,026 73% Life Safety Human Resources 501,300 501,300 304,949 61% Recreation Mayor 245,200 245,200 169,863 69% $ 46,110,300 $ 46,171,800 $ 34,099,277 74% Library Grounds Fire Council City Clerk 0% 20% 40% 60% 80% 100% 120% 140% Page Page 12 133

Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 Item #20. City of Dover Utilities Expenditure Summary Fiscal Year to Date (April 2024) Water Divison Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Engineering & Inspection $ 386,500 $ 386,500 $ 233,719 60% Water Department 862,100 862,100 599,943 70% Water Treatment Plant 2,907,500 2,884,100 2,050,299 71% $ 4,156,100 $ 4,132,700 $ 2,883,961 70% Wastewater Divison Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Engineering & Inspection $ 304,100 $ 304,100 $ 124,177 41% Wastewater Department 1,345,100 1,345,100 1,053,933 78% $ 1,649,200 $ 1,649,200 $ 1,178,110 71% Electric Division Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Transmission/Distribution $ 4,893,100 $ 4,893,100 $ 3,908,271 80% Electrical Engineering 1,826,600 1,826,600 1,311,080 72% Administration 1,020,200 1,020,200 727,426 71% Meter Reading 460,500 460,500 439,534 95% Systems Operations 1,008,300 1,008,300 757,054 75% $ 9,208,700 $ 9,208,700 $ 7,143,366 78% Page 134 Page 13

Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 Item #20. Water Division % of Budget Water Treatment Plant Water Department Engineering & Inspection 54% 56% 58% 60% 62% 64% 66% 68% 70% 72% 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% 120% Page 135 Page 14

Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 Item #20. City of Dover Capital Outlay Summary (All Funds) Fiscal Year to Date (April 2024) General Fund Original Budget Revised Budget Actual % Fire $ 419,600 $ 419,600 $ 292,437 70% City Manager - 40,000 22,000 55% Code Enforcement 34,600 63,600 42,369 67% Public Works Admin 30,000 30,000 27,660 92% Public Works Eng 48,300 48,300 41,322 86% Police 1,186,500 1,398,200 402,974 29% Streets 852,300 3,583,300 793,907 22% Sanitation 707,800 1,464,400 581,775 40% Stormwater 1,135,000 3,549,200 149,582 4% Grounds 214,500 249,300 236,160 95% Library County Grant - 87,300 57,365 66% Recreation 835,000 2,900,600 1,975,316 68% Inspections - 30,100 30,068 100% Purchasing - 70,000 - 0% Information Technology 115,500 115,500 32,078 28% Facilities Management 80,000 159,300 76,249 48% Fleet Maintenance 30,000 535,700 487,291 91% General Fund Capital Projects $ 5,689,100 $ 14,744,400 $ 5,248,553 36% Water Fund Water $ 4,579,300 $ 6,093,000 $ 1,535,407 25% Water Engineering 48,000 48,000 41,322 86% Water Treatment Plant 56,500 423,300 117,027 28% Water Fund Capital Projects $ 4,683,800 $ 6,564,300 $ 1,693,756 26% Wastewater Fund Wastewater $ 2,576,900 $ 4,428,600 $ 689,286 16% Wastewater Fund Capital Projects $ 2,576,900 $ 4,428,600 $ 689,286 16% Electric Fund Electric Generation $ 275,000 $ 12,723,400 $ 3,737,367 29% Transmission/Distribution 2,497,400 2,936,100 1,496,345 51% Electrical Engineering 2,076,000 8,670,600 2,784,930 32% ERP System - 1,856,000 5,740 0% Electric Administration 2,000,000 2,516,100 1,062,500 42% Electric Fund Capital Projects $ 6,848,400 $ 28,702,200 $ 9,086,882 32% TOTAL CAPITAL PROJECTS $ 19,798,200 $ 54,439,500 $ 16,718,477 31% Page 136 Page 15

Finance Department Monthly Report April 2024 Item #20. 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 $35,000,000 $30,000,000 $28,702,200 $25,000,000 $20,000,000 $14,744,400 $15,000,000 $10,000,000 $9,086,882 $6,848,400 $6,564,300 $5,689,100 $5,248,553 $4,683,800 $4,428,600 $5,000,000 $2,576,900 $1,693,756 $689,286 $- Original Budget Revised Budget Actual General Fund Capital Projects Water Fund Capital Projects Wastewater Fund Electric Fund Capital Projects Page 137 Page 16

Item #21. DOVER FIRE DEPARTMENT April 2024 FIRE CHIEFS REPORT Page 138

Item #21. Mayor and Council, The Dover Fire Department responded to 142 calls in April, consisting of 1,021 personnel hours. Members performed 26 hours of training consisting of 490 personnel-hours. Total Personnel hours for the month of April – 1,511 Personnel hours During the month of April, the fire department responded to several working incidents which are listed below: Working Fires House fire – Delshire Development House fire – Schoolhouse Lane House fire - 414 Colins Drive Hotel room fire - 1568 N. Dupont Hwy Motor Vehicle Accidents South Dupont Highway and Camden-Wyoming Avenue – Subjects Trapped Promotions Firefighter Jon Bayes has met the prerequisites and has been evaluated by the fire officers and is now promoted to Interior Firefighter II. The new Ladder truck has arrived! Pierce Manufacturing is sending an representative to train firefighters on the operation of the new ladder. Once the manufacturer training is complete members will begin driving and operating the ladder truck throughout the city to become proficient in its operation and maneuverability. The truck will also be sent out to have equipment mounted in the compartments and in the cab of the truck to make the apparatus user friendly and ergonomically safe for firefighters to use. We are changing our website links to make it more convenient for the citizens of Dover to make donations to support the fire department. We are also changing our application process to hopefully attract new members to join our organization. The old ladder truck (Ladder 2) was sold to Caldwell Fire Department in Caldwell, Idaho. The funds from the sale of the apparatus will go towards the purchase of new equipment for the new ladder truck known as Tower 2. During the NASCAR race the fire department provided fire protection services for the fans at Dover Downs. Firefighters were on Dover Downs property for approximately 40 hours with an Engine, Brush truck and UTV. Approximately 30 firefighters assisted. Page 139

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CITY OF DOVER DEPARTMENT OF POLICE Item #22. 400 SOUTH QUEEN STREET DOVER, DELAWARE 19904 302-736-7111 Chief of Police Police Captains THOMAS A. JOHNSON, JR. RANDY ROBBINS Deputy Chief of Police KEVIN KOBER DAVID E. SPICER AARON DICKINSON June 10, 2024 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 April: COMPLAINTS/EVENTS YTD Totals compiled through April numbered 15,035. This represents an increase of 1,720 from the 13,315 reported over the same period in 2023. 20,000 15,035 15,000 12,990 13,315 11,771 11,951 10,000 5,000 0 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS Burglary: 10 cases reported, 3 cases cleared and 0 cases were cleared from previous months. Robbery: 7 cases reported, 4 cases cleared and 0 cases was cleared from previous months. Sex Assault: 0 cases reported, 0 cases cleared and 0 cases was cleared from previous months. Homicide: 3 cases reported, 3 cases cleared and 0 cases cleared from previous months. There were 4 Non-Criminal Death Investigations, 4 cases cleared and 0 cases cleared from previous months. 1 Page 144

Item #22. DRUG, VICE, & ORGANIZED CRIME / STREET CRIMES UNIT ENFORCEMENT Marijuana: 2,721.9 grams seized Cocaine: 1,708.2 grams seized Ecstasy: 0 doses seized Prescription Pills: 54 doses seized Heroin: 5.345 grams seized Methamphetamine: 6.8 grams seized Fentanyl: 0 grams seized Other Rx Drugs: 0 grams/doses seized Drug Proceeds: $25,433 seized FIREARM SEIZURES/INSIDE CITY LIMITS 15 10 8 5 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CI DVOC/STREET CRIMES PATROL SEU HANDGUN RIFLE SHOTGUN Firearms: 10 Handguns TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT YTD Citation Totals compiled through April numbered 1,471. This represents a decrease of 920 from the 2,391 reported over the same period in 2023. 3,000 2,600 2,500 2,321 2,391 2,096 2,000 1,471 1,500 1,000 500 0 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 TRAFFIC CRASHES: YTD = 644 2 Page 145

Item #22. 911 CENTER ACTIVITY Total compiled during April numbered 7,694 calls. This represents a decrease of 121 from the 7,815 reported during the same period in 2023. 9,000 7,815 7,694 8,000 6,822 6,668 7,000 6,000 5,221 5,000 4,000 3,000 2,000 1,000 0 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 CITY ORDINANCE SUMMONS YTD Totals compiled through April numbered 580. This represents a decrease of 402 from the 982 reported over the same period in 2023. 2,000 1,639 1,500 1,280 1,042 982 1,000 617 580 383 304 500 221 231 0 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 ISSUED 1,639 1,280 1,042 982 580 PAID 617 383 221 304 231 3 Page 146

Item #22. 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 April:  Police Athletic League: o Outdoor basketball at William Henry Middle School – 45 students o Planning activity for the Day in their Boots event in July o CPR training at Dover Middle School – 4 students o Good behavior PAL pizza party at William Henry Middle School o Spoke at the “Bring your child to work day” at the Dover Toll Plaza o Planning activities for the proposed youth fishing league  Assisted with extra SRO coverage at Dover High School & the ILC  Assisted with Academy training – Public Speaking  Meet and greet with the new property manager at East Garden Lake  Participated in the Special Olympics Torch Run Meeting  Participated in the Habitat for Humanity Ground Breaking at 53 S. New Street  Participated in the Chatham Cove HOA meeting  Community Response Vehicle: o Visit to Manchester Square with K9 Roy’s participation o Visit to Liberty Court with K9 Roy’s participation  Participated in Coffee with a Cop at the Delaware Islamic Society  Delivered traffic control assistance to the Duathlon held at Schutte Park  Visit with the Safety Patrol at East Dover Elementary  Provided a building tour for the DTCC Law Enforcement degree students  Handled at Lethal Violence Protection Order service on Oakmont Street (BHU)  Handled a Criminal Mischief situation at New and Reed Streets  Provided traffic enforcement at Independence & S. Farmview – Stop Sign violations  NASCAR Weekend activities  Conducted property checks at 132 S. New St., 120 S. Governors Ave., Old Post Office, Minor Street Alley, & Loockerman Street  Community Outreach to address ongoing concerns at the Woodmill Apartments  Assisted Patrol Units during major incidents, high 911 call volume and/or low staffing  Training events included SORT members monthly obligations, Joint SORT/CNT training, and firearms qualifications  The BHU made contact with 86 individuals and took official action to provide services to 56 of them. 27 were mental health supports and 29 were substance abuse referrals. Members of the CPU attend numerous meetings with community associations and organizations as a part of our ongoing liaison relationships. 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. 4 Page 147

Item #22. The Committee met on April 11th as scheduled. The meeting began with a discussion related to retaining members on the youth sub-committee. The problem continues with other school activities conflicting with participation in the sub-committee. This is particularly true in the case of members of the senior class. Discussion ensued on the feasibility of recruiting from the Middle School zone to ensure adequate participation as each student moves through their high school career. Sgt. Lynch brought the Behavioral Health Unit to the meeting to review the first two years of operations and report on the status of substance use, mental health, and homelessness in and around the city. In short, the problem persists of certain resource agencies offering more than they can realistically provide. This is especially true on weekends and after hours on week days. Dover has the added stress of being the hub for State level resource but limited capacity for those that migrate to the city looking for resources. The Unit continues to modify their approach as they learn about the variables that impact their success. New committee members were discussed, including Dr. Charlisa Edelin of Delaware State University. As the Advisory committee is in the process of becoming a formal city entity, Dr. Edelin will be the first to occupy a seat reserved for DSU as the DSUPD will be covered by the incoming formal board. It was also decided to extend an invitation to Mr. Robby Sheehan to attend the May meeting. He is part of the leadership team at BBSI and was recommended by the business community. PROGRAMS AND INITIATIVES The Police Academy – Session 7 continues on schedule. Of the five (5) Dover PD candidates that started the program, three (3) remain. One candidate left at his own request and the other had to separate from the class due to health reasons. Field training continues for the new Dover PD Officers who graduated Session 6 in March. Two certified officers have expressed interest in transferring to Dover and those applications are being evaluated. The 100th Anniversary committee has selected September 12, 2025 for the Gala to celebrate our centennial year. We are still in search of photos and physical items that illustrate our history. It is anticipated that there will be a short ceremony in March to observe the actual anniversary. Details to follow. Dover PD joined with City Manager Hugg to engage the sponsor of HB 55 and the issues connected to the proposed Homeless Bill of Rights. The key issues related to the impact the legislation would have in the Dover area were discussed. As anticipated, based in part on this meeting, adjustments to the language occurred. The legislation is still under consideration by the full State Assembly. A candidate for one of the open positions for Parking Enforcement had a favorable interview and an offer of employment was extended. As the onboarding process begins, the search continues for a candidate for the remaining open position. The Department is supporting the effort of the Office of Highway safety to identify Federal Traffic Safety grant priorities for Kent County in advance of the upcoming Federal FY25 budget cycle. With a focus solely on the venue and the campgrounds, there were no significant incidents to report in relation to NASCAR weekend. Traffic was more congested in the general area due to the higher than anticipated attendance for the race and associated activities. 5 Page 148

Please visit our website at www.doverpolice.org for up to date information on crimes and activitiesItem #22. in the City of Dover. Respectfully Submitted, Thomas A. Johnson, Jr. Chief of Police 6 Page 149

Item #48. CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE ACTION FORM MEETING: City Council MEETING DATE: June 10, 2024 Meeting DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Planning, Inspections and Community Development PREPARED BY: Dawn Melson-Williams, Principal Planner SUBMITTED: June 5, 2024 SUBJECT: Luther Village IV: Planned Neighborhood Design – Senior Citizen Housing Option Concept Plan (General Sketch Plan) REFERENCES: MI-24-06 Luther Village IV: PND-SCHO Concept Plan Review by City Council Dover Code of Ordinances, Appendix B: Zoning (known as Zoning Ordinance) 2019 Comprehensive Plan RELATED PROJECTS: C-02-02 Luther Village PND-SCHO (Conditional Use Master Plan); S-03-07 Luther Village: PND-SCHO Phase 1; S-07-10 Luther Village: PND-SCHO Phase 2; MI-23-08 Luther Village III: PND-SCHO Concept Plan; C-13-03 Luther Village: PND-SCHO (Conditional Use Master Plan) and Phase 3 – Site Plan and Subdivision Plan; C-19-05 Luther Village Parking Lot Expansion EXHIBITS: • Sketch Plan for Luther Village IV: Planned Neighborhood Design – Senior Citizen Housing Option • Letter dated May 21, 2024 from Landmark Science & Engineering (Project Engineer on behalf of the Martin Luther Foundation of Dover) TIMETABLE: • The Planned Neighborhood Design Option (PND) review process consists of at least two review steps which involve the City Council and then the Planning Commission. This is the first of the steps. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The City Council shall determine whether or not the proposed project known as the Luther Village IV: Planned Neighborhood Design – Senior Citizen Housing Option is of such a design and type that warrants further review by the Planning Commission. If the City Council determines that further review is warranted, the project should be referred to the Planning Commission and Conditional Use Application filed for review. Planning Staff recommends that Luther Village IV: Planned Neighborhood Design – Senior Citizen Housing Option be referred to the Planning Commission for further review. Page 150

City Council Meeting June 10, 2024 Item #48. Action Form on MI-24-06 Luther Village PND-SCHO Concept Plan Referral Page 2 of 4 BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS Property Development History Previous Applications for Luther Village PND-SCHO: The subject site for Luther Village is located east of John Hunn Brown Road and west of the continuation of Babb Drive in Dover, Delaware. This area is northeast of and adjoining the Dover Crossing Shopping Center (Target and Safeway). The subject site was originally part of a 122.3+/- acre property previously proposed as the Amberfield Subdivision. A Minor Lot Line Adjustment plan recorded on May 30, 2002 created a thirty-four (34) acre parcel for the Luther Village PND: Senior Citizen Housing Option project. The remaining area was approved for a separate residential development with the application for Clearview Meadow: Planned Neighborhood Design (C-04- 01 and SB-04-04). Access to the Luther Village site is provided via Babb Drive from John Hunn Brown Road or from the street network of the adjacent Clearview Meadow subdivision that also leads to Babb Drive. Overall, the proposed Luther Village Planned Neighborhood Design-Senior Citizen Housing Option Plan encompasses a total of nine (9) development phases with eight (8) apartment buildings and a town center building for the senior citizen community. The project consists of a proposal for at least 477 apartment units (as shown on Plan) and the constructed and associated road system, parking, open space, and stormwater management areas. Each phase typically consists of an apartment building, associated parking lots, stormwater management elements, active recreation areas such as walking trails, and open space landscaping. As completed to date, Luther Village Phase 1 (Application S-03-07) involved the southwest portion of the Luther Village site for a 68-unit apartment building, active recreation walking trail area and with the stormwater management located in the northwest corner of the site. As completed, Luther Village Phase 2 consists of a 32-unit apartment building (S-07-10). In Luther Village Phase 3, a 48-unit apartment building connected to a one story resident activity room building was constructed (C-13-03). A separate Site Plan in 2019 developed a separate Parking Lot near Buildings 2 and 3 to address parking needs of the site (C-19-05). Therefore, there are 148 existing apartment units on the property. Current Application (MI-24-06): Due to lack of recent construction activity, the Plan approval for the overall Master Plan for the Luther Village Planned Neighborhood Design-Senior Citizen Housing Option has lapsed. This submission restarts the process for approval of the project Master Plan. For Luther Village PND- SCHO Phase IV, a 48-unit apartment building is proposed. The Concept/Sketch Plan (dated 5/21/2024) also depicts the layout for continuation of the internal loop drive, the existing and proposed apartment buildings, a town center building, parking, stormwater management, walking trails systems, etc. The applicant has submitted a Sketch Plan Narrative Letter dated May 21, 2024 and a Concept/Sketch Plan set showing the overall Luther Village PND-SCHO (as existing and proposed). See Attachments. Planned Neighborhood Design - Senior Citizen Housing Option The applicant is seeking approval under the Planned Neighborhood Design Ordinance for the Senior Citizen Housing Option (see Zoning Ordinance, Article 3, Section 24.1 (b)). The Ordinance sets forth a two or three-step review and approval process. In the first step, the developer shall meet with the City Council and present a general sketch plan per Zoning Page 151

City Council Meeting June 10, 2024 Item #48. Action Form on MI-24-06 Luther Village PND-SCHO Concept Plan Referral Page 3 of 4 Ordinance, Article 3 Section 24.2. The City Council shall determine whether or not the proposed project is of such a design and type that warrants further review by the Planning Commission. If the City Council determines that further review is warranted, then the project shall proceed to the second step which is a more detailed Conditional Use Site Plan review and public hearing process before the Planning Commission. A third review step with the Planning Commission may be required depending on the type, physical size, and complexity of the project application. This submission to City Council represents the first step in the review process for the Luther Village IV PND-SCHO. The PND: Senior Citizen Housing Option is permitted all zoning classifications (with the exception of the M, IPM and C-4 zoning classifications) as a conditional use. Article 3 §24.1b notes that “preference shall be given to those projects which are within close proximity to public transit services, and which are situated within one-quarter (1/4) mile of a grocery store, pharmacy, restaurant, physician offices, senior center or similar convenience service establishment.” The PND: Senior Citizen Housing Option is intended to “…encourage the development of high quality housing opportunities design to accommodate the particular needs of senior citizens” by allowing the Planned Neighborhood Design Option through the Conditional Use process. The PND must present a community design that is in accordance with the goals and policies of the Comprehensive Plan. The Sketch Plan shall reflect the general layout of streets, open space, and housing areas and types. Comprehensive Plan Recommendations The City of Dover 2019 Comprehensive Plan as amended recommends that this property be utilized for Residential High Density development. As described in the Comprehensive Plan, High Density involves a development pattern of eight or more dwelling units (pages 12-6 and 12-7). The Luther Village project is noted as an example of development for Residential High Density. The proposed Luther Village project involves a site density of over 14 dwelling units per acre. The Comprehensive Plan also establishes stated goals for various types of land uses within the City limits. The stated goal for Residential Land Uses is “to develop and maintain an adequate supply of housing of varying type, size, and densities that are aesthetically pleasing and located within neighborhoods designed or redesigned to promote convenience, conservation, and access to the greater community, but which are properly buffered through distance and landscaping from incompatible land uses” (see page 12-3). A Policy is to “encourage high density residential development in infill areas that are near essential services, public transit, and employment opportunities.” One of the goals outlined in Chapter 11 – Housing & Community Development is to “Encourage Balanced Housing Opportunities for all Residents of the City” which also includes references to affordable housing. The Comprehensive Plan also acknowledges the fact that the residents aged 65+ is a rapidly growing segment of the population that will require more specialized services (page 3-5). This trend was also identified in previous Comprehensive Plans and in response, a previous Comprehensive Plan implementation strategy recommended the development of a Zoning Code amendment permitting Senior Citizen housing developments near the community services and transit routes that senior citizens depend upon. As a result, the Planned Neighborhood Design: Senior Citizen Housing Option Ordinance was developed and adopted by City Council on July 14, Page 152

City Council Meeting June 10, 2024 Item #48. Action Form on MI-24-06 Luther Village PND-SCHO Concept Plan Referral Page 4 of 4 1997. Multiple projects have utilized these provisions including the Luther Village project’s Phases 1, 2, and 3. This project for Luther Village IV is being developed following the Senior Citizen Housing Option of the Planned Neighborhood Design. Summary Comments It is important to keep in mind that this proposal does not involve a rezoning of the land. The Planned Neighborhood Design – Senior Citizen Housing Option is plan specific. The land would remain zoned RG-2 (General Residence Zone). The PND option allows for a greater variety of housing types and allows for commercial uses while requiring 25% open space. Also, by the Zoning Ordinance provisions, in the PND: SCHO the units shall be deed restricted to require that the head of household for each housing unit be at least 55 years of age or older. This continuation of the Luther Village PND-SCHO project proposes the construction of apartment buildings as the housing unit style. The Planning Staff recommends this Concept (Sketch) Plan be forwarded to the Planning Commission for further review and consideration through the Conditional Use process. It is important to note this report provides a summary of the project and does not represent Conditional Use/Site Plan review commentary. A detailed Plan review for code compliance and design considerations is performed through the Conditional Use Site Plan Review process for a Planned Neighborhood Design – Senior Citizen Housing Options. Advisory Comments to Applicant: Should City Council choose to forward this proposal on to the Planning Commission for Conditional Use review, the applicant shall prepare the Conditional Use Site Plan submission in accordance with the requirements set forth in Article 3, Section 24 and Article 10, Section 1 of the City of Dover Zoning Ordinance. The act of forwarding a proposal to the Planning Commission for further review is not intended to represent, nor shall it be construed to mean that the project is approved. The approval authority over Conditional Use applications rests with the Planning Commission. Page 153

Item #48. May 21, 2024 C 1243-7 Dover City Council City of Dover, Delaware 15 Loockerman Plaza Dover, DE 19901 SUBJECT: LUTHER VILLAGE PHASE IV SKETCH PLAN NARRATIVE Dear Council: This Sketch Plan is being submitted to respectfully consider Phase 4 of the Senior Housing Development known as Luther Village as part of a Planned Neighborhood Design (PND) – Senior Citizen Housing Option plan. Phases 1, 2 and 3 were approved under this same option, however, the “Master Plan” for the undeveloped phases 4-9 has expired per City Code and must regain approval to pursue the PND. The Martin Luther Foundation of Dover currently has a lengthy waiting list to obtain occupancy to the facility and is seeking several time sensitive sources of funding to assist in financing the additional 72 housing units proposed by Phase 4. Your consideration in this matter is greatly appreciated. If you should have any questions or comments, please contact our office. Very truly yours, Craig M. Lynch, P.E. Project Engineer Enclosure cc: Kim Mendoza, Director, Martin Luther Foundation of Dover Page 154

● ■ ○ □ N O RT H S) H VARIE BROW (WIDT N ROAD HUNN JOHN JO HN N W O S) RIES) (WIDT BRVARIE ELL W H VA NN TH AY BUNN HU (WID RO AD E IV ) DR RIES A BBTH V F.F BA(WID UILEXIS YB OR 1 -ST G 3 HASE 3 TIN P . 36.0 GDIN U .C . U .C . NIT 2U Y3 OR ILDING -ST G 2 NT BU TIN E .33 EXISPARTM F.F. 36 A O bs cu dre EAST DOVER HUNDRED - KENT COUNTY APPLICATION NO. XXXX-XXXX(S) WALKING PATH FOR DELAWARE SKETCH PLAN LUTHER VILLAGE IV N O RT H S. D UPO NT E. HIGH LO DE STATE PLAN NAD 83/91 WAY O THE PURPOSE OF THIS PLAN IS TO DEVELOP PHASE 4 OF (13) E CK A RM N FH FH NN ST HU RD. RE KEY MAP HN N JO OW ET BR S. CX-05 Y A MASTER PLANNED SENIOR HOUSING OPTION FACILITY BA CX-02 RO LOCATION MAP AD 3 LEGEND )(11 BABB DRIVE SITE EXISTING FENCE PROPOSED FENCE EXISTING BUILDING WALKING PATH PROPOSED BUILDING CONSISTING OF 72 APARTMENTS AND ASSOCIATED EXISTING FIRE HYDRANT PROPOSED FIRE HYDRANT EXISTING P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED HANDICAP RAMP PROPOSED P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED BUILDING SETBACK CX-03 EXISTING VERTICAL P.C.C. CURB CX-04 PROPOSED P.C.C. CURB TYPE 1-6 LITTLE CREEK ROAD IMPROVEMENTS. 1"=400' 1"=800' PROPOSED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AREA ---- THIS DRAWING AND THE DESIGN 200 CONTINENTAL DRIVE SHOWN ARE THE EXCLUSIVE APPLICATION NO. XXXX-XXXX(S) PROPERTY OF LANDMARK SUITE 400 SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AND NEWARK, DE 19713 SKETCH PLAN SHALL NOT BE ALTERED OR PHONE (302) 323-9377 COPIED WITHOUT WRITTEN FAX (302) 323-9461 FOR PERMISSION. 0 WWW.LANDMARK-SE.COM INFO @ LANDMARK-SE.COM THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE LUTHER VILLAGE IV GRAPHIC SCALE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. EAST DOVER HUNDRED - KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE P.O. BOX 299 Landmark PERRYVILLE, MD 21903 OWNER DEVELOPER ALL CONSTRUCTION MUST BE DONE MARTIN LUTHER FOUNDATION OF DELAWARE, INC. LUTHER VILLAGE IV OF DOVER IN COMPLIANCE WITH PHONE (410) 939-2144 THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND Science & Engineering FAX (302) 323-9461 XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX CX-01 HEALTH ACT OF 1970 AND INFOMD @ LANDMARK-SE.COM XXXXXXXX XXXXXXX THE RULES AND REGULATIONS (XXX) XXX-XXXX (XXX) XXX-XXXX THERETO APPURTENANT FILE NAME: C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.dwg C 2024 LANDMARK SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Page 155 Item #48.

P:\C1243 LUTHER VILLAGE\C1243-7 RECORD AND CONSTRUCTION PLANS\PLANS\EXPLOR\C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.DWG MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-05 OF 05 O bs cu r ed MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-03 OF 05 N O RT H FH FH KEY MAP CX-05 CX-02 LEGEND EXISTING FENCE PROPOSED FENCE EXISTING BUILDING PROPOSED BUILDING WALKING PATH EXISTING FIRE HYDRANT PROPOSED FIRE HYDRANT EXISTING P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED HANDICAP RAMP PROPOSED P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED BUILDING SETBACK EXISTING VERTICAL P.C.C. CURB PROPOSED P.C.C. CURB TYPE 1-6 CX-04 CX-03 PROPOSED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AREA 1"=400' REVISIONS CHECKED DRAWN BY: CML SCALE: 1"=30' THIS DRAWING AND THE DESIGN BY 200 CONTINENTAL DRIVE APPLICATION NO. XXXX-XXXX(S) SHOWN ARE THE EXCLUSIVE DATE: 05/21/2024 PROPERTY OF LANDMARK SUITE 400 DESIGN BY: CML SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AND NEWARK, DE 19713 SKETCH PLAN SHALL NOT BE ALTERED OR PHONE (302) 323-9377 CHECK BY: DML SHEET: CX-02OF 05 COPIED WITHOUT WRITTEN FAX (302) 323-9461 FOR PERMISSION. 0 15 30 60 WWW.LANDMARK-SE.COM INFO @ LANDMARK-SE.COM THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE LUTHER VILLAGE IV GRAPHIC SCALE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. EAST DOVER HUNDRED - KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE P.O. BOX 299 Landmark PERRYVILLE, MD 21903 OWNER DEVELOPER COMMISSION: ALL CONSTRUCTION MUST BE DONE MARTIN LUTHER FOUNDATION OF DELAWARE, INC. LUTHER VILLAGE IV OF DOVER IN COMPLIANCE WITH PHONE (410) 939-2144 C1243-7 THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND Science & Engineering FAX (302) 323-9461 XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX CX-02 HEALTH ACT OF 1970 AND INFOMD @ LANDMARK-SE.COM XXXXXXXX XXXXXXX THE RULES AND REGULATIONS (XXX) XXX-XXXX (XXX) XXX-XXXX THERETO APPURTENANT FILE NAME: C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.dwg C 2024 LANDMARK SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Page 156 Item #48.

P:\C1243 LUTHER VILLAGE\C1243-7 RECORD AND CONSTRUCTION PLANS\PLANS\EXPLOR\C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.DWG MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-02 OF 05 WALKING PATH MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-04 OF 05 N O RT H FH FH KEY MAP CX-05 CX-02 LEGEND EXISTING FENCE PROPOSED FENCE EXISTING BUILDING PROPOSED BUILDING WALKING PATH EXISTING FIRE HYDRANT PROPOSED FIRE HYDRANT EXISTING P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED HANDICAP RAMP PROPOSED P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED BUILDING SETBACK EXISTING VERTICAL P.C.C. CURB PROPOSED P.C.C. CURB TYPE 1-6 CX-04 CX-03 PROPOSED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AREA 1"=400' REVISIONS CHECKED DRAWN BY: CML SCALE: 1"=30' THIS DRAWING AND THE DESIGN BY 200 CONTINENTAL DRIVE APPLICATION NO. XXXX-XXXX(S) SHOWN ARE THE EXCLUSIVE DATE: 05/21/2024 PROPERTY OF LANDMARK SUITE 400 DESIGN BY: CML SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AND NEWARK, DE 19713 SKETCH PLAN SHALL NOT BE ALTERED OR PHONE (302) 323-9377 CHECK BY: DML SHEET: CX-03OF 05 COPIED WITHOUT WRITTEN FAX (302) 323-9461 FOR PERMISSION. 0 15 30 60 WWW.LANDMARK-SE.COM INFO @ LANDMARK-SE.COM THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE LUTHER VILLAGE IV GRAPHIC SCALE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. EAST DOVER HUNDRED - KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE P.O. BOX 299 Landmark PERRYVILLE, MD 21903 OWNER DEVELOPER COMMISSION: ALL CONSTRUCTION MUST BE DONE MARTIN LUTHER FOUNDATION OF DELAWARE, INC. LUTHER VILLAGE IV OF DOVER IN COMPLIANCE WITH PHONE (410) 939-2144 C1243-7 THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND Science & Engineering FAX (302) 323-9461 XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX CX-03 HEALTH ACT OF 1970 AND INFOMD @ LANDMARK-SE.COM XXXXXXXX XXXXXXX THE RULES AND REGULATIONS (XXX) XXX-XXXX (XXX) XXX-XXXX THERETO APPURTENANT FILE NAME: C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.dwg C 2024 LANDMARK SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Page 157 Item #48.

P:\C1243 LUTHER VILLAGE\C1243-7 RECORD AND CONSTRUCTION PLANS\PLANS\EXPLOR\C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.DWG MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-05 OF 05 MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-03 OF 05 N O RT H FH FH KEY MAP CX-05 CX-02 LEGEND EXISTING FENCE PROPOSED FENCE EXISTING BUILDING PROPOSED BUILDING WALKING PATH EXISTING FIRE HYDRANT PROPOSED FIRE HYDRANT EXISTING P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED HANDICAP RAMP PROPOSED P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED BUILDING SETBACK EXISTING VERTICAL P.C.C. CURB PROPOSED P.C.C. CURB TYPE 1-6 CX-04 CX-03 PROPOSED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AREA 1"=400' REVISIONS CHECKED DRAWN BY: CML SCALE: 1"=30' THIS DRAWING AND THE DESIGN BY 200 CONTINENTAL DRIVE APPLICATION NO. XXXX-XXXX(S) SHOWN ARE THE EXCLUSIVE DATE: 05/21/2024 PROPERTY OF LANDMARK SUITE 400 DESIGN BY: CML SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AND NEWARK, DE 19713 SKETCH PLAN SHALL NOT BE ALTERED OR PHONE (302) 323-9377 CHECK BY: DML SHEET: CX-04OF 05 COPIED WITHOUT WRITTEN FAX (302) 323-9461 FOR PERMISSION. 0 05 30 60 WWW.LANDMARK-SE.COM INFO @ LANDMARK-SE.COM THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE LUTHER VILLAGE IV GRAPHIC SCALE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. EAST DOVER HUNDRED - KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE P.O. BOX 299 Landmark PERRYVILLE, MD 21903 OWNER DEVELOPER COMMISSION: ALL CONSTRUCTION MUST BE DONE MARTIN LUTHER FOUNDATION OF DELAWARE, INC. LUTHER VILLAGE IV OF DOVER IN COMPLIANCE WITH PHONE (410) 939-2144 C1243-7 THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND Science & Engineering FAX (302) 323-9461 XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX CX-04 HEALTH ACT OF 1970 AND INFOMD @ LANDMARK-SE.COM XXXXXXXX XXXXXXX THE RULES AND REGULATIONS (XXX) XXX-XXXX (XXX) XXX-XXXX THERETO APPURTENANT FILE NAME: C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.dwg C 2024 LANDMARK SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Page 158 Item #48.

P:\C1243 LUTHER VILLAGE\C1243-7 RECORD AND CONSTRUCTION PLANS\PLANS\EXPLOR\C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.DWG JOHN ) H VAR HUNN (WIDT BR O WN R IES OAD JO HN N W S) O ES) VARIE (WIDT BRVARI BUNN H ELL W NNDTH AY HU (WI RO AD (WBBTH V A B ID E A R IV S) F. D RIE UI EXI YB STI TOR 1 3-S E NG PHAS6.03 NG F. 3 LDI MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-02 OF 05 N IT 2U Y3 G TOR UILDIN 2-S NG ENT B33 STI . EXI PARTM F.F. 36 A MATCH LINE SEE SHEET CX-04 OF 05 N O RT H FH FH KEY MAP CX-05 CX-02 LEGEND EXISTING FENCE PROPOSED FENCE EXISTING BUILDING PROPOSED BUILDING WALKING PATH EXISTING FIRE HYDRANT PROPOSED FIRE HYDRANT EXISTING P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED HANDICAP RAMP PROPOSED P.C.C. SIDEWALK PROPOSED BUILDING SETBACK EXISTING VERTICAL P.C.C. CURB PROPOSED P.C.C. CURB TYPE 1-6 CX-04 CX-03 PROPOSED STORMWATER MANAGEMENT AREA 1"=400' REVISIONS CHECKED DRAWN BY: CML SCALE: 1"=30' THIS DRAWING AND THE DESIGN BY 200 CONTINENTAL DRIVE APPLICATION NO. XXXX-XXXX(S) SHOWN ARE THE EXCLUSIVE DATE: 05/21/2024 PROPERTY OF LANDMARK SUITE 400 DESIGN BY: CML SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AND NEWARK, DE 19713 SKETCH PLAN SHALL NOT BE ALTERED OR PHONE (302) 323-9377 CHECK BY: DML SHEET: CX-05OF 05 COPIED WITHOUT WRITTEN FAX (302) 323-9461 FOR PERMISSION. 0 05 30 60 WWW.LANDMARK-SE.COM INFO @ LANDMARK-SE.COM THIS DRAWING DOES NOT INCLUDE LUTHER VILLAGE IV GRAPHIC SCALE NECESSARY COMPONENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION SAFETY. EAST DOVER HUNDRED - KENT COUNTY, DELAWARE P.O. BOX 299 Landmark PERRYVILLE, MD 21903 OWNER DEVELOPER COMMISSION: ALL CONSTRUCTION MUST BE DONE MARTIN LUTHER FOUNDATION OF DELAWARE, INC. LUTHER VILLAGE IV OF DOVER IN COMPLIANCE WITH PHONE (410) 939-2144 C1243-7 THE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND Science & Engineering FAX (302) 323-9461 XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXX CX-05 HEALTH ACT OF 1970 AND INFOMD @ LANDMARK-SE.COM XXXXXXXX XXXXXXX THE RULES AND REGULATIONS (XXX) XXX-XXXX (XXX) XXX-XXXX THERETO APPURTENANT FILE NAME: C1243-7 EXPLOR-SET.dwg C 2024 LANDMARK SCIENCE & ENGINEERING Page 159 Item #48.

Item #49. AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMBERS FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE #15 AND THE CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE JULY 1, 2024 - JUNE 30, 2026 Page 160

Item #49. TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I : GENERAL ....................................................................................................................... 4 1.1 Purpose of the Agreement ............................................................................................................. 4 1.2 Term of the Agreement ................................................................................................................. 4 1.3 Recognition ................................................................................................................................... 4 1.4 Union Security .............................................................................................................................. 4 1.5 Checkoff........................................................................................................................................ 5 1.6 Savings Clause .............................................................................................................................. 5 1.7 Management .................................................................................................................................. 5 1.8 Maintenance of Standards ............................................................................................................. 6 1.9 Incorporating More Liberal Benefits............................................................................................. 6 1.10 No Strike/No Lockout ................................................................................................................... 6 1.11 Reduction in Force & Recall ......................................................................................................... 6 1.12 Grievance Procedure ..................................................................................................................... 7 ARTICLE II : SALARIES AND ALLOWANCES.............................................................................. 8 2.1 Regular Salaries............................................................................................................................. 8 2.2 Overtime Pay................................................................................................................................. 8 2.3 Standby Pay................................................................................................................................... 9 2.4 Court Pay....................................................................................................................................... 9 2.5 Shift Differential ......................................................................................................................... 10 2.6 Clothing Allowance (Non-Uniform) ........................................................................................... 10 2.7 Contract Cleaning (Uniform and Non-Uniform)......................................................................... 10 2.8 Shoe Allowance (Uniform and Non-Uniform) ........................................................................... 11 2.9 Bi-weekly Pay ............................................................................................................................. 11 2.10 Holidays ...................................................................................................................................... 11 2.11 Field Training Officer Duty ........................................................................................................ 11 2.12 Compensatory Time .................................................................................................................... 11 ARTICLE III : OTHER BENEFITS .................................................................................................. 12 3.1 Damage of Personal Property ...................................................................................................... 12 3.2 Police Conventions ..................................................................................................................... 12 3.3 Health Care Insurance ................................................................................................................. 12 3.4 Vision Care Insurance ................................................................................................................. 13 3.5 Optional Dental Insurance........................................................................................................... 13 3.6 Professional Liability Insurance .................................................................................................. 13 3.7 Work Week ................................................................................................................................. 13 3.8 Assigned Day Off........................................................................................................................ 14 3.9 Education Incentive Program ...................................................................................................... 14 3.10 Vacation ...................................................................................................................................... 14 3.11 Vacation "Sell Back" ................................................................................................................... 14 3.12 Police Pension Plan ..................................................................................................................... 15 3.13 Physical Fitness Standard ............................................................................................................ 15 3.14 Weather Emergency .................................................................................................................... 15 Page 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Item #49. 3.15 Benefits in Effect......................................................................................................................... 15 3.16 Acting Out of Title ...................................................................................................................... 22 3.17 Motor Vehicle Record ................................................................................................................. 22 3.18 Body Worn Cameras ................................................................................................................... 22 Page 162

Item #49. AGREEMENT THE AGREEMENT, entered into this day of 2024 by and between the CITY OF DOVER, a Municipal Corporation of the State of Delaware, hereinafter referred to as the "CITY" or as the "EMPLOYER", and the DOVER POLICE DEPARTMENT MEMBERS FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE LODGE #15 AND THEIR ELECTED REPRESENTATIVES, hereinafter referred to as the "UNION", MEMBERS, "EMPLOYEES", or FOP, WITNESSETH: ARTICLE I: GENERAL Purpose of the Agreement It is the purpose of this Agreement to achieve better understanding between the EMPLOYER and the EMPLOYEES: to provide for equitable adjustment of differences which arise; and to establish compatible employment relations. Term of the Agreement The terms of this Agreement shall become effective on July 1, 2024 unless otherwise noted, and shall continue in effect until June 30, 2026 provided, however, this Agreement shall remain in force and in effect until a new Agreement is entered into between the parties hereto. This Agreement shall be binding on the successors of the parties hereto. Negotiations for a successive agreement shall begin the first week of January 2026. Recognition The City recognizes and acknowledges the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #15 as the exclusive bargaining representative for all employees in the classification of sworn police officer below the rank of Major. The bargaining unit covered hereunder shall be as follows: all full-time sworn Dover police officers at and below the rank of Captain. Union Security All employees who are members of the Union shall pay to the Union the Union’s regular and usual initiation fees and its regular and usual dues. For present employees who become members of the Union, such payments shall commence thirty-one (31) days following the effective date or the date of execution of this Agreement, whichever is the latter, and for new employees, the payment shall start thirty-one (31) days following the date of employment. All employees who choose not to become Union members may pay to the Union an amount of money equal to that paid by other employee members’ regular and usual dues. The Union agrees to assume full responsibility for compliance with all laws applicable to service fee payors. The City of Dover and Chief of Police agrees not to hire lateral sworn members of the department to any sworn position within the rank structure of the police department, except entry level. This provision does not pertain to the position of Chief of Police. 4 Page 163

Item #49. In the event the Chief of Police is hired from a source outside of the ranks of the City of Dover Police Department, the incoming Chief shall not be subject to any policy provisions that relate to maximum age of hire or minimum age of retirement. Checkoff The City agrees to deduct, upon written authorization of the employee, from the pay of such employee members of the Union, the dues, initiation fees and/or uniform assessments of the Union and agrees to remit to the Union all such deductions prior to the end of the month for which the deductions are made. The City agrees to deduct, upon written authorization of the employee, from the pay of such employee non-members of the Union, an amount equal to the regular and usual dues paid by members. The City agrees to remit to the Union all such deductions prior to the end of the month for which the deduction is made. Checkoff shall be deducted on a biweekly basis. Where an employee who is on checkoff is not on the payroll during the week in which the deduction is to be made or has no earnings or insufficient earnings during that week or is on leave of absence, the employee must make arrangements with the Union and/or the City to pay such dues in advance. The City will recognize the authorization for deductions from wages, if in compliance with State Law, to be transmitted to the Union. The Union shall indemnify and hold the City, its employees and officers, harmless against any and all claims, demands, suits and other forms of liability that shall arise out of or by reason of any action taken or not taken by the City for the purpose of complying with any of the provisions of this section on Union Recognition, Union Membership, and Deduction of Union Dues or service fees. Savings Clause If any provision of this Agreement is declared by legislative, judicial, or administrative authority of the State of Delaware or the United States to be unlawful, unenforceable, or not in accordance with applicable statutes, all other provisions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect for the duration of the Agreement. The parties shall as soon as practicable open collective bargaining to reach an agreement on substitution provision(s). The collective bargaining called for under this section shall be subject to all of the provisions of 19 Del. C. Chapter 16. Management The Management of the City of Dover Police Department and the direction of all Department personnel, including; the right to hire; assign; suspend; transfer; promote; discharge or discipline for violation of the Rules and Regulations of the Department, duly promulgated, providing, for such discipline and to maintain the discipline and efficiency of its members; the right to relieve members from assignments for legitimate reasons; the right to determine the manner of operation, and to change the methods or processes, or to use new equipment; the right to establish schedules; to introduce new or improved methods of operation; and to extend, limit, or curtail its operations, is vested exclusively in the Police Chief. The above statement of management functions shall 5 Page 164

Item #49. not be deemed to exclude other functions not listed herein. In no case shall the exercise of the above prerogative of management be in derogation of the terms and conditions of this Agreement or of State law. For purposes of the implementation of any provision of this Agreement wherein authority is vested in the Police Chief, the Police Chief may designate any member of the Department to act on his behalf. Maintenance of Standards The parties agree not to eliminate any benefits expressly stated within this Agreement that are uniformly conferred throughout the Police Department. For the purposes of this Agreement, benefit shall be defined as any established practice or procedure, the primary intent of which is to better the working conditions of the individual member, rather than to enhance the operational efficiency of the Department. No procedure which is not set forth in any rules, regulations, general or special orders, memorandum or standard operating procedure shall be included within the meaning of this provision. Established practices expressly stated within this Agreement that are uniformly enjoyed throughout the Police Department shall be included herein. For the purposes of this section, “intent” shall be ascertained by objective standards. Incorporating More Liberal Benefits The EMPLOYER agrees that during the terms of this Agreement, any action by the Governmental Body of the City providing for more liberal benefits for all sworn Police officers within the Police Department than those listed shall supersede any similar benefit provided for in this Agreement. No Strike/No Lockout It is agreed that during the term of this Agreement neither the Employees, its officers or its members for any reason will authorize, institute, aid, condone, or engage in a strike. The Employees agree to notify all of their officers and representatives of their obligation and responsibility for maintaining compliance with this Article including their responsibility to remain at work during any strike which may be caused or instituted by others and to encourage employees violating Paragraph A to return to work. The City shall have the sole and unlimited right to discipline any employee who instigates, participates in or gives leadership to a strike. During the term of this Agreement, the City shall not lockout any employees. Reduction in Force & Recall The City in its discretion shall determine whether a reduction in rank and/or layoffs are necessary. The Union will be given two weeks advanced notice should such a determination be made. Although not limited to the following, layoffs shall ordinarily be for lack of work and/or lack of 6 Page 165

Item #49. funds. Reductions in rank, when necessary, shall begin in the higher ranks with the least senior person being set back one rank, should there be no vacancies in that lower rank the process will be repeated until the authorized number is achieved at each rank. Layoffs, if necessary, shall begin with those employees having the least seniority in the department. This seniority shall be based on the employee’s years of service. If two or more employees have the same start date, the least senior will be the employee with the highest IBM number. Employees who have been laid off shall have recall rights for two years from the date of their layoff, in the inverse order of the layoff. Grievance Procedure A grievance shall be defined as any difference, dispute or complaint regarding the interpretation or application of the terms of this Agreement. All grievances filed shall contain a concise statement of the facts alleged to support the grievance. Grievances shall be processed in accordance with the following procedure and shall be determined by application of the terms of this Agreement. Discipline and appeals of disciplinary action are not subjects covered by this grievance procedure. The aggrieved employee shall file with the Deputy Chief (Major) a written statement explaining the grievance, the specific contract provision involved, the manner in which the contract has been violated and the remedy sought. The aggrieved employee shall file the grievance within ten (10) working days of the date of the grievance, or when the employee obtains knowledge or should have obtained knowledge of its occurrence. The Deputy Chief (Major) shall discuss the grievance with the employee and shall reply to the employee, in writing, within three (3) working days of the meeting held with the employee. If, after receipt of the written decision of the Deputy Chief (Major), the grievance has not been satisfactorily resolved, the employee shall, within three (3) working days file a written appeal to the Chief of Police. Within five (5) working days the Chief will assemble a panel to hear the appeal. The panel will consist of the Human Resources Director, or his designee, and other such personnel who bring appropriate knowledge/skills to the meeting. The aggrieved employee has the right to take a FOP representative of Lodge #15 to this meeting. At such meeting, discussion shall be limited to the issues raised in the grievance and an earnest effort shall be made to arrive at a satisfactory resolution of the issue. Each party shall make notes of the substance of the issues and conclusions of the meeting. The Human Resources Director and Chief of Police shall respond in writing five (5) working days of the conclusion of the hearing. If after receipt of the written decision of the Human Resources Director and the Chief of Police, the grievance has not been satisfactorily resolved, or if they fail to agree the Lodge may appeal to an impartial arbitrator by writing to the Human Resources Director not later than thirty (30) days after the rendering of the decision or expiration of the time limit for the rendering of such decision. No appeal shall be considered unless signed by the President of the Lodge or his designee. The impartial arbitrator shall be selected by the Lodge and Employer. In the event they are unable to agree upon an impartial arbitrator within five (5) days after the request for arbitration is made by either party, the impartial arbitrator shall be selected through and pursuant to the rules of the American Arbitrator Association. The parties agree that arbitrator provided by the AAA shall be a member of the National Academy of Arbitrators. The cost of the impartial arbitrator shall be borne by the losing party. The decision of the arbitrator shall be made within thirty (30) days of 7 Page 166

Item #49. the closing of the hearing and shall be binding upon both parties. The arbitrator shall have access to all written statements and documents pertaining to the appeals in the grievance. Within thirty (30) days after the selection of the impartial arbitrator, the arbitrator shall hold a hearing in connection with the appeal. The employee may be represented by a representative of his choice. Hearings need not be conducted according to technical rules relating to evidence and witnesses: provided, however, that neither party shall be permitted to rely entirely on hearsay. Within thirty (30) days of the conclusion of the arbitrator’s hearing, he shall certify his findings which shall then be final. Matters which may be grieved shall be limited to disputes or misunderstandings which may arise between the parties concerning the application or interpretation of this Agreement. The Lodge shall be presumed to be the authorized representative of all members of the bargaining unit in grievance proceedings, unless an individually aggrieved employee, in writing, rejects its representation. Where the alleged grievance involves a matter of general application impacting on a significantly large number of employees, the Lodge may initiate a grievance on behalf of the entire group involved. The Lodge may raise the issue starting from Section B above. All individuals in the group that will be affected by the grievance and its resolution shall be bound to any resolution which is accepted by the Lodge Committee and shall not thereafter again raise the issue individually. ARTICLE II: SALARIES AND ALLOWANCES Regular Salaries Effective July 1, 2024 through and including December 31, 2025 the regular salaries of all employees shall be in accordance with the schedule set forth in Exhibit A-1. Effective January 1, 2026 through and including June 30, 2026, the regular salaries of all employees shall be in accordance with the schedule set forth in Exhibit A-2. Current review dates will remain unchanged until an employee is promoted. Upon promotion, the individual’s review date will be changed to be on the annual anniversary of the promotion. Overtime Pay Overtime compensation shall be paid according to the following schedule: 1. Overtime compensation for employees working the eight (8) hour schedule shall be paid time and one-half (1-1/2) their regular straight time rate for hours worked in excess of eight (8) hours in the same day. 2. Overtime compensation for employees working the 12 hour schedule shall be paid time and one- half (1-1/2) their regular straight time rate for hours worked in excess of 12 hours in the same day. 8 Page 167

Item #49. 3. Overtime compensation for employees working schedules other than mentioned in paragraphs 1 and 2 of this section shall be paid time and one-half (1-1/2) their regular straight time rate for hours worked in excess of their regularly scheduled daily hours. 4. Except as set forth in paragraph 5 below, overtime compensation shall be paid for hours worked in excess of eighty (80) hours per two-week schedule. 5. Employees working a twelve (12) hour shift, who exceed 80 hours worked per two-week pay period without exceeding their regularly scheduled work day hours, shall be paid straight time for all hours worked above 80 up to 84 hours. This section is limited to the four (4) hour block created by the twelve (12) hour shift. 6. Overtime payment is not authorized with respect to starting and terminating time necessary to communicating with relief when changing shifts or receiving assignments, for unscheduled administrative work, or for travel time from an employee’s home to his reporting station or return. 7. Payment of overtime hours shall not be pyramided, and payment shall be only for fifteen (15) minute increments. 8. For the purposes of this Article, “hours worked” shall not include court standby. 9. It is understood that the schedules of this agency are set by the Chief of Police. The Chief of Police retains the right to establish schedules and is not obligated to permanently maintain any other schedule. The Chief shall meet and confer with Union leadership at a minimum of 15 calendar days prior to the implementation of any schedule change 10. An employee’s work schedule/hours shall not be changed in order to avoid the payment of overtime. 11. Captains will not be eligible to receive overtime pay. Standby Pay The EMPLOYER agrees to pay "Standby Pay", at the regular straight time rate, to those officers of the Police Department who are scheduled to be "on-call" for the full work week. The officers shall receive seven (7) hours straight time pay added to their regular forty (40) hours straight time for such weeks. Any actual time called-in and worked, over and above normal hours, shall be paid at one and one-half (1-1/2) times regular rate of pay. Overtime is not paid while traveling from and to an EMPLOYEE'S home. The scheduling of a "Standby" roster shall be at the discretion of the Police Chief, or his designee. Captains will not be eligible to receive standby pay. Court Pay Officers that have subpoenas for Kent County Superior Court, Kent County Family Court or the Kent County Court of Common Pleas will be placed on court standby from the time on the subpoena for a period of three hours. The officer will be paid straight time for the three hours of court standby. If an officer is called in for a trial, while on court standby, the officer will accrue overtime from the start time on the subpoena to the end of the trial. If the officer is scheduled to work that evening, then refer to “D” below. 9 Page 168

Item #49. In the event that as a result of his official duties, an officer is scheduled to appear in court when he is not on assigned duty, he shall be paid a guaranteed minimum of three (3) hours pay for the time he is required to be in court, except as noted below for the 12 hour shifts. For purposes of this section, a "Court Appearance" shall also include required attendance at any related proceeding in connection with official duties. Minimum court pay will be applied the same as currently practiced except for court appearances that occur on off duty time during the calendar day that the officer is scheduled to report for night shift. Officers will be paid a two (2) hour court minimum on these days for any subpoena time before 11 am. Anytime worked 11 am or after is subject to rescheduling at Management’s discretion. Subpoenas for a time of 11 am or later are not subject to the two-hour minimum. It is agreed that court pay is a payment for the inconvenience of reporting to court off the regular shift, therefore a person subpoenaed prior to their assigned shift or on a day off will be compensated the full three hours regardless of the time served. It is understood that multiple court appearances within the three-hour period will result in only one such payment. Persons required to attend court past the end of their shift or to coincide with the end of the shift will be on overtime for actual hours worked. If the reporting requirement is for any time after the end of the shift the three-hour minimum will again be in effect. Justice of the Peace Courts shall be excluded from court pay unless it can be shown by the officer that the court appearance was required and was completely out of his control. Shift Differential Shift differential shall be paid to all employees who work rotating shifts on a permanently scheduled basis. Rotating shifts may be either two or three shifts. Shift differential shall be paid to any employee assigned permanently to a non-rotating shift schedule whenever majority of the employee's regularly scheduled shift hours during a pay period occur before 8:00 a.m. and/or after 4:00 p.m. The amount of shift differential pay shall be calculated for each hour actually worked subject to the following schedule: Day shift (8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) - 0 cents per hour Evening shift (4:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.) - $1.50 per hour This shift differential shall not become part of base pay and shall be paid bi-weekly. Clothing Allowance (Non-Uniform) All non-uniform officers of the Operations Division shall receive a $750.00 clothing allowance for purchase of clothes in place of uniforms. Clothing Allowance shall be paid to the officer in the month of November. Contract Cleaning (Uniform and Non-Uniform) The department will maintain a contract cleaning service for Officer's required suits and uniforms. Cleaning service will be provided for 5 uniforms/suits (10 articles) in each two-week period. 10 Page 169

Item #49. Shoe Allowance (Uniform and Non-Uniform) All officers receive a shoe allowance of $175.00 for the purchase and/or maintenance of their shoes. Shoe Allowance shall be paid to the officer in the month of May. Bi-weekly Pay The City will maintain a bi-weekly pay period with Friday as payday. If payday falls on a holiday, payday will be Thursday. Holidays A. The following days and such other days as City Council may designate are holidays with pay for all officers covered under this Agreement. New Year’s Day* Independence Day Martin Luther King’s Birthday Labor Day Washington’s Birthday* Columbus Day* Good Friday* Veterans Day* Memorial Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day Effective July 1, 2024, the following days and such other days as City Council may designate are holidays with pay for all officers covered under this Agreement. New Year’s Day Independence Day Martin Luther King’s Birthday Labor Day President’s Day Veterans Day Good Friday Thanksgiving Day Memorial Day Day After Thanksgiving Juneteenth Christmas Day When a holiday falls on a Saturday, a paid holiday is granted on Friday. When a holiday falls on a Sunday, a paid holiday is granted on Monday. Field Training Officer Duty Members of the bargaining unit serving as a Field Training Officer (FTO) shall receive non- pensionable compensation of $1.50 per hour for actual hours worked as a field training officer for any field training assignment started on or after July 1, 2021. This additional compensation shall not be used in the calculation of an overtime rate of pay and shall not become part of base pay. Compensatory Time Effective July 1, 2019, each officer may earn no more than 40 hours of compensatory time from July 1 through May 31 of each year. All accumulated but unused compensatory time earned during this period shall be cashed out prior to June 30. No compensatory time shall be earned during the month of June. This practice will cease on June 30, 2021. 11 Page 170

Item #49. Effective July 1, 2021 Officers are permitted to maintain a continuous balance of 40 hours of compensatory time. ARTICLE III: OTHER BENEFITS Damage of Personal Property Compensation shall be provided to EMPLOYEES when personal property is either destroyed or damaged as a direct result of actions arising out of the officer’s performance of official duties subject to the following procedures: 1. Within three (3) calendar days of the destruction or damage, a written report of the incident must be filed with the supervisor, containing a copy of the Report of Investigation and the officers report, detailing how the personal property was destroyed or damaged; a description of the personal property; and the estimated cost of repair or replacement. 2. The personal property should, where practicable, be available for inspection. Compensation shall not be paid without the written approval of the Chief of Police. The repair, replacement or compensation in lieu thereof, at the Department's option, shall in any event be limited to three hundred dollars ($300.00). Such reimbursement will be made by the City within thirty (30) days of the completion of the proper reporting procedures. The Officers suffering such damage agree to continue to pursue recovery through the systems now in use, and to sign over to the City any reimbursement received from those other sources. Police Conventions Upon reasonable notice, members of the Department, not to exceed three (3) persons, shall be given time off without loss of benefits or seniority, to attend police conventions; provided that such time off shall not exceed an aggregate of twenty-seven (27) working days per calendar year. Health Care Insurance The City participates in a Group Health Insurance Program and employees are entitled to select their desired level of coverage from the options available thereunder. For all employees, the City will pay 85% of the total monthly premium (employee, child(ren), spouse or family coverage), regardless of plan or tier choice. The employee will be responsible for 15% of the total monthly insurance premium, regardless of the plan or tier choice. For employees who retire after July 1, 1991 and before July 1, 2012, the City shall pay 100% of individual employee monthly premium. Also, the City shall pay 75% of the retiree's dependent coverage. For employees who retire on or after July 1, 2012, the City shall pay 85% of the total monthly premium, regardless of plan or tier choice. The retiree will be responsible for 15% of the total monthly insurance premium. If any change is made in the active employee's cost-sharing formula as described above, the City will give consideration to an identical change for existing retirees. Employees hired on or after October 9, 2015, must complete a minimum of twenty (20) years of 12 Page 171

Item #49. service with the City of Dover in order to be eligible for retirement health care paid for by the City of Dover. Employees retiring with a disability pension as a result of a work-related injury will be eligible for retirement health care per this agreement. Vision Care Insurance The City will provide a $10 deductible eye care plan for employees. This will be an insured plan and is subject to the terms of the plan sponsor. Optional Dental Insurance The City agrees to sponsor an optional, employee paid, group dental plan. The City will solicit employee representative input to any plan design changes. Professional Liability Insurance The EMPLOYER agrees to secure and continue to pay premiums on a professional liability insurance policy for the duration of this contract and for as long as such policies are commercially available in the normal domestic insurance market. The extent of each officer’s coverage, and any conditions concurrent with such coverage shall be set forth exclusively in the insurance policy. A copy of the policy shall be provided to the Department, and the Lodge Secretary. Work Week The normal work schedule for members assigned to Patrol for the Dover Police Department shall be the 12 hours schedule in effect as of July 1, 2014. The normal work schedule for Criminal Investigations Unit and Drug Vice and Organized Crime Unit shall be five (5) days per week from Monday to Friday inclusive. For other units, members shall work a schedule as assigned by the Chief. The Chief of Police retains the right to establish schedules and is not obligated to permanently maintain any schedule, and is empowered to adjust work schedules as deemed necessary in the best interest of the department For Agreement purposes, the pay period shall begin on Sunday, 12:01 am and end 14 days later on Saturday, 12:00 midnight. The work day shall be considered the day the shift begins. For purposes of determining holiday worked as it relates to the pay vs. vacation option, an officer will be considered to have worked the holiday only if their regular shift begins on the calendar day of the City recognized holiday. Effective January 1, 2022, the pay vs. vacation option will cease, pay will be the only option. Any regular shift hours worked on a holiday will be paid at straight time. The 8-hour City holiday benefit pay shall count towards total hours worked for the pay period. All employees are expected to be at their assigned place and ready for work at the start of their work day as required by Rules and Regulations of the department. Lateness, for justifiable reasons 13 Page 172

Item #49. will be excused, but habitual tardiness will not be excused. Prior arrangements for planned absences must be made with the employee's supervisors. Assigned Day Off Each officer assigned and working 12-hour shifts shall be scheduled off for a single 4 hour block during the pay period, either at the beginning or end of that officer’s assigned shift, unless requested otherwise by the officer for hardship and with Management’s approval. If this 4-hour block cannot be accomplished reasonably within the pay period, the resulting 4 hours will be compensated with straight pay for hours worked. Education Incentive Program Employees who possess an associate’s degree shall receive an annual stipend of $700, payable on or about December 1 of each year. Employees who possess a bachelor’s degree shall receive an annual stipend of $1,000, payable on or about December 1 of each year. Payments shall not be considered overtime rates and shall not be pensionable. Transcripts will be required for eligibility in this program. This program is limited to one degree only. Employees must be full-time police officers with the Department for three (3) years to be eligible. Vacation The City of Dover existing Vacation Policy shall remain unchanged. The table below reflects this policy. Upon implementation by all other employee groups, leave will be recorded in fifteen (15) minute blocks. The term day refers to 8 hours and not the Patrol Unit’s assigned 12 hour work day. Allowed Continuous Service Requirement Amount of Vacation Earned Carry Over 6 months to 8 years* 1-1/4 days per month (15 days per year) 15 days 8-15 years 1-3/4 days per month (21 days per year) 21 days 15-20 years 2 days per month (24 days per year) 24 days 20 years and over 2-1/4 days per month (27 days per year) 27 days *Upon successful completion of six month's employment, an employee shall be credited with six days vacation time; after which vacation shall be accrued per the above schedule. All other aspects of the plan shall remain the same. Vacation "Sell Back" 14 Page 173

Item #49. Effective December 2016, members shall be allowed to sell back unused vacation up to a total of 80 hours in four (4) hour increments. The payment in lieu of vacation shall be made in December each year and paid at the rate then in effect for the individual. This pay shall be optional. The employee must request in writing to the Chief’s office prior to the submission of the department’s budget to reserve the option of pay in lieu of vacation in the budget. Pay in lieu of vacation shall not be considered pay for pension purposes. No employee contribution will be deducted, the City will not make pension contributions based on the pay and the pay shall not be used to compute pension benefits. Effective July 1, 2019, vacation sell back is eliminated. Police Pension Plan The EMPLOYEES agree that the Police Pension Plan is a non-negotiable item. Physical Fitness Standard The City and Union will cooperatively set a physical fitness standard and conduct an annual test. Those who meet or exceed the standard will receive $100. Weather Emergency When the City Manager closes the City’s Administrative Offices due to a weather emergency, then those employees covered under this Agreement who are required to report to work or to continue working under the City’s inclement weather policy will be compensated on an one and one half hour basis for each hour they actually work while City offices are closed two hours or more during the normal work week (Monday-Friday). The City Manager will establish the time period for the weather emergency Benefits in Effect Standards in effect as of the time of negotiations concerning the below listed benefits shall become part of this Agreement: 1. Clothing and equipment issue and replacement - All uniforms and equipment required to be worn by members will be issued and replaced as necessary by the City. 2. Bereavement - In the event of a death in the immediate family of an employee, the employee shall be granted three (3) working days, with pay, not charged to any leave balance, to arrange for and/or attend funeral service or related matters if the funeral is over four hundred (400) miles from the City, the employee shall be granted five (5) working days, with pay, not charged to any leave balance, to arrange for and/or attend funeral service or related matters. Immediate family defined: Described as the employee’s father, mother, guardian, spouse, significant other if not married or separated from spouse, children, step-children, father-in-law, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, brother-in-law, brother, sister, grandparents, grandparents-in-law, grandchildren, step-father, step- mother, or any relative that was living with the police officer. 15 Page 174

Item #49. Payment for absences due to a death in the family will not be made in addition to sick leave payments or holidays which may occur simultaneously. An employee may request additional time beyond the time provided. The Chief may grant such additional time to be charged against the employee’s sick leave. Hours granted as bereavement time shall be counted as hours worked for the purpose of calculating overtime and shall not be charged as vacation if the police officer is on vacation at the time of the death. 3. Education Assistance The City promotes continuing education if this education will better equip the employee to do his/her job. An employee is allowed to receive reimbursement for a maximum of three (3) courses per semester/quarter/block. This benefit is available to an employee who has successfully completed his or her initial probationary period of employment, with the exception of sworn police officers. Sworn police officers are eligible upon completion of six months of employment. To be eligible for this benefit an employee must have demonstrated during his/her full-time regular employment with the City, prior to application, that his/her elementary and secondary public-school training is sufficient and adequate for extended study and training and that such informal education and training is compatible and commensurate with the employee’s chosen extended study and training. The employee's selected courses must be approved in writing and in advance by the Chief of Police and the Human Resources Department. The selected courses of study must be helpful to the employee in his or her present work and basic advancement. The City shall reimburse the employee for tuition, laboratory fees and books. Reimbursement will be the lower of University of Delaware in-state rates for the level and type of course taken or the actual amounts paid for tuition. Employees shall receive reimbursement based upon the follow schedule: Reimbursement Letter Grade Percentage A 100% B 90% C 80% D or F 0 Reimbursement will be based on the total qualifying expenses less any reimbursements. Receipts and official grade verification must be provided for reimbursement. The City shall reimburse the employee for books provided the City has the option of retaining the books if it so desires. An employee who takes advantage of this policy shall be required to complete at least two (2) continuous years of employment with the City upon receiving reimbursement or shall have the amount of the reimbursement deducted from his/her final pay check. This agreement shall not 16 Page 175

Item #49. constitute an employment contract. No employees shall be eligible for benefits under this policy if they are enrolled and receiving benefits under any other Education Association Plan, such as “G.I. Bill”, LER or L.E.A.A., etc. Officers will work with the Police Administrator, or another appropriate person assigned by the City, to complete the necessary paperwork to apply for educational assistance to the Law Enforcement Officers Educational reimbursement program (LER Program). The City will not provide reimbursement if the employee did not submit the necessary paperwork to the LER program according to the LER guidelines/timelines. The City will process payment for educational reimbursement in due course, and when the Officer receives payment from the LER Program, the Officer(s) will reimburse the City promptly. An employee who is approved for the program but fails to register for courses shall be ineligible to reapply to the program without the written approval of the Chief of Police. For complete details on the reimbursement process, the Human Resources Department should be contacted. 4. Dues Deduction - Upon written authorization of any employee the City shall deduct from each Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #15 members wages the bi-weekly amount of dues as certified by the Secretary of the Lodge and shall deliver the same to the Treasurer of the Lodge. The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #15 agrees that they shall hold the employer harmless against any and all complaints, claims, judgments, or demands that may arise out of or in any way be related to compliance by the employer with the terms of this section or in reliance by the employer upon any document furnished to the employer by the Lodge pursuant to the provisions of this section. 5. Pre-employment Requirements - Each person to whom employment with the City is offered may be required to pass a pre-employment physical successfully and complete a background check and drug test at a City designated medical facility at the City’s cost, before an appointment to such employment becomes effective. For a person offered employment with the City of Dover as a uniformed Police Officer, he or she will be required to pass a pre-employment physical at the City’s cost. 6. Annual Service Awards - The City shall provide a Service Award Program to recognize employees for continuous and loyal service. 7. Veterans Administration Training Approval 8. Sick Leave including Terminal Leave and Retirement Credit will continue to be administered per the employee handbook dated July 2004 except as detailed here. Upon implementation by all other employee groups, leave will be recorded in fifteen (15) minute blocks. Sick leave may also be used for the well care of the immediate family residing in the employee’s principal place of residence. This use of sick leave may require verification by the City from the first hour used as deemed appropriate by the Department Head. In expanding the reasons for the use of sick time, the City has not changed its standards for attendance at work. Excessive absenteeism, tardiness, or the abuse of sick leave will continue to be a subject of the performance evaluation and it can also be just cause for progressive disciplinary action. Terminal Leave payments will be set at a maximum of one-hundred (100) days for all officers hired after 4/21/04. Officers hired on or before 4/21/04 shall be permitted to sell back as outlined below. 17 Page 176

Item #49. All officers hired on or prior to 4/21/04 shall be allowed to sell back or use as terminal leave up to 100 days with 20 years of service; up to 105 days with 21 years of service; up to 110 days with 22 years of service; up to 115 days with 23 years of service; up to 120 days with 24 years of service and up to 125 days with 25+ years of service. Years of service shall be defined as completed years of service for calculation purposes. During terminal leave, holidays are not recognized. An employee will be required to use accumulated leave for the holiday. Full-time regular employees shall accumulate sick leave at the rate of one (1) day per completed month (8 hours) or twelve (12) days for each completed year of service. An employee must have earned pay for one-half of his or her workdays for that month to be credited with sick leave. The employee cannot use a month's credit until he or she has earned pay for one-half of his or her workdays for that month. The maximum number of sick days an employee may accrue is one hundred eighty (180) days. After the maximum numbers of days are accrued, no additional sick leave shall be earned until some of the accrued leave is taken. 9. Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and off-the-Job accident & sickness Insurance provided however that off-the-job sickness and accident coverage shall begin on the twenty-second calendar day or the termination of sick leave, whichever is sooner with the understanding that there is a seven-day mandatory waiting period on sickness that cannot be waived. The parties acknowledge and agree that group life, accidental death and dismemberment, and off-the-job accident and sickness insurance policies are managed by the insurance carrier. The insurance carrier is responsible for all decisions and management of the plans. 10. Maternity Leave will be maintained as outlined below, or as required by the Family and Medical Leave Act, if the Act treats the employee more favorably. Leaves of absence shall be granted to employees affected by pregnancy, childbirth or related conditions; provided such leave shall not exceed six (6) months. At the commencement of a maternity leave of absence, employees have the option of using accrued sick or vacation leave time in order to continue to receive pay. Pay will cease when all accrued allowances have been used. The use of accrued time-off shall not extend the length of the leave. The employee may maintain a sick leave balance of 40 hours. 11. Military Leave of Absence will be as outlined below, subject to the following: If on vacation - employee would be paid vacation pay and would keep military pay without adjustments from the City. If military leave is used, City will grant time off and assure their pay is equivalent to City pay. Military Training Leave Full-time, regular employees who are members of the National Guard or Armed Forces Reserve will be allowed ten (10) work days military training leave per calendar year. If the compensation received while on military leave is less than the base salary that would have been earned during this 18 Page 177

Item #49. same time period as a City employee, the employee shall receive partial compensation equal to the difference in the base salary earned as a reservist or guardsman and the base salary that would have been earned during this same period as a City employee. The effect will be to maintain the employee’s salary at a normal level during this period. If such military duty is requested beyond this ten (10) work day period, the employee shall be eligible to take accumulated vacation leave or be placed in a leave without pay status. While taking military leave with partial pay or without pay during the ten (10) work day period, the employee’s leave credit and other benefits shall continue to accrue as if the employee physically remained with the City during this period. An employee may use vacation time for the ten (10) days military duty and receive both vacation pay and pay from the military without reimbursement to the City. An employee must notify his/her supervisor a minimum of ten (10) days prior to taking military leave. The pay received from the military while on military leave shall not be considered as pay for pension purposes. No employee pension contributions will be deducted, the City will not make pension contributions based on the pay and the pay shall not be used to compute pension benefits. Active Duty Full-time, regular employees who are guardsmen and reservists have all the job rights specified in the Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act. All employees who enlist or are reactivated in one of the military services will be granted on application a military leave of absence for a maximum period of five (5) years. Military Mobilization Pay If the compensation received by a full-time regular employee while on military leave as a result of individual or military unit mobilization is less than the base salary that would have been earned during this same time period as a City employee, the employee shall receive partial compensation equal to the difference in the military compensation earned as a reservist or guardsman and the base salary that would have been earned during the same time period as a City employee. This differential shall be paid for a time period of up to one year from the date the employee reports to active military service duty and shall cease upon termination of the active duty assignment. Military compensation shall include base pay, all special pay, bonuses and allotments, and any other direct compensation received as a result of mobilized military service from the government of the United States or any State government. Reemployment After Military Service Upon release from military service with an honorary discharge, a retiring veteran must apply for reinstatement as follows: Service Time Return 30 days or less Beginning of the next regularly scheduled work period on the first full day following completion of service and expiration of an 8-hour rest period following safe transportation home. 31 to 180 days Application of reinstatement must be submitted not later than 14 days after completion of military duty. 180 days or more Application for reinstatement must be submitted not later than 90 days after completion of military duty. 19 Page 178

Item #49. Benefits When the veteran is returned to active employment all benefits previously earned such as sick leave, longevity pay, unused vacation time and cost of living increases shall be credited to his record. Time spent while on active duty shall be credited towards completed years’ service with the City for the purpose of computing retirement time, vacation time, and longevity increases. Employees will not accumulate vacation or sick leave during active duty assignments. In regard to pension benefits, sworn police officers are subject to the Delaware County and Municipal Police/Firefighter Pension with the State of Delaware. Please contact the State of Delaware Pension Office for complete details. An eligible City employee shall receive uninterrupted health insurance benefits at the same level as before he or she was called to active duty for a period of up to one year from the date the employee actually reports to active military service. The employee shall also be allowed to continue pension contributions based on his or her normal base pay. 12. On-the-Job Injury* *As to the on-the-job injury benefits in effect as of the time of negotiations the position of the respective parties are, without waiver of any rights or claims as follows: Police Officers: Total salary and benefits to be paid by the City to a Police Officer during the total time off due to a job-related injury with benefits ceasing only upon termination of the physical disability. City: In the case of an accidental injury to a Police Officer which occurs while on the job and is covered by Workman's Compensation Insurance, the City shall guarantee a 100% of the injured Police Officers base salary for the first sixty (60) calendar days that the Officer is absent from work under a licensed physician's care. In each situation where the Officer must be absent from work because of an on-the-job injury beyond the sixty days period, the City Council of the City of Dover, after reviewing the Officer's case, may at its discretion grant an extension of the Officers 100% pay for an additional period of time not to exceed 305 calendar days. 13. Access to Personnel File - per Article XIX, Section 2 of the Employee Handbook dated July 2004. ACCESS TO PERSONNEL RECORDS Any person may have access to the information listed in Section 1 of the Employee Handbook dated July 2004, except for items e, f and g, for the purpose of inspection, examination and copying during regular business hours of the City. Access to such information shall be governed by the following: All disclosure of records shall be accounted for by keeping a written record (except for authorized persons processing personnel actions) of the following information: Name of the employee; information disclosed; date information was requested; name and address of person to whom the disclosure is made; purpose for which the information is requested. This information must be retained for two years. Upon request, records of disclosure shall be made available within a reasonable time to the employee to whom it pertains. 20 Page 179

Item #49. An individual examining a personnel record may copy the information. Any available photocopying facilities may be provided, and the cost may be assessed to the individual. 14. Outside Employment The work of the City will take precedence over other occupational interests of employees. All outside employment for salaries, wages, commission and self-employment must be reported to the Chief of Police, who in turn will report to the City Manager for review. The City Manager or the appropriate City Official will review such employment for possible conflicts of interest and/or impact upon the efficiency of the employee. Such request will be placed in the employee’s personnel file located in the Human Resources Department at the Dover Police Department. Conflicting outside employment or outside employment which inhibits an employee's efficiency will be grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. 15. Bulletin Board Privilege - The Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #15 may maintain a bulletin board for its members. Space for the board is to be in a common area where all Officers have access. The location is to be mutually agreeable by the employer and the FOP. 16. Vest - The City shall issue and replace bullet proof vests to members. The replacement of such vests shall be at the suggested manufacturer time. 17. Shift Trading 18. Extra duty pay will be paid at time and ½. Minimum three (3) hours pay per extra duty assignment. For a Federal or State funded assignment, if the assignment is discontinued by the requestor prior to the conclusion of the assignment, payment will only be provided to the officer for the actual hours worked. 19. Funeral Expense - Should an active employee die, a funeral allowance of $1,000 will be granted. 20. Police Car Air-conditioning - The City shall provide that each City purchased vehicle used for police purposes will be equipped with a working air conditioning unit. 21. Any previously defined leave benefit not specifically addressed above, which is defined in terms of days, will be converted to hours based on one day equaling 8 hours. 22. Merit Steps 23. Sort Pay – Persons serving on the Sort Team will be paid an additional fifty dollars ($50.00) per month. 24. Direct deposit of paychecks is mandatory. 25. City Residency Incentive A bonus of $1,000 will be provided to employees who reside within City of Dover limits. "Residence," "reside" and "residing" refers to a place of bona fide continuous habitation. Owning or renting property for which the employee does not maintain a residency within does not qualify for the incentive. Residency will be documented each year. This bonus is to be paid annually on or about September 1st to officers on record on June 1 and at the time of payment. In addition, the employees continue to maintain bona fide continuous habitation at the time of payment. 21 Page 180

Item #49. Residency certification will be validated with the submission of the following documents. Supporting documentation must reflect the employee's name as the account holder. Property Tax records Homeowner or tenant records (mortgage, if applicable, or lease agreement, if applicable) City of Dover utility bill demonstrating customary usage or consumption to demonstrate bona fide continuous habitation Internet, cable, satellite, or phone/mobile records. The incentive here-in provided shall not be considered in the overtime rate or as affecting any other fringe benefit program presently in force. Acting Out of Title To assure the orderly performance and continuity of municipal service, the City may find it necessary to temporarily upgrade employees on an acting basis to position of a higher rank. Temporary upgrading may be required in order to fill or compensate for temporary vacancies which may exist for any of the following reasons: A position is vacant and is scheduled to be filled by a regular full-time employee and a period of time is required so as to proceed with and complete the normal appointment procedure. A position is temporarily vacant, although regularly filled, because the regular employee is on vacation, sick leave, light duty, Worker’s Compensation or some other approved leave of absence. After having been upgraded under this policy for twenty (20) consecutive or more calendar days, an employee shall become eligible for a temporary upgrade pay increase on the twenty-first (21) calendar day. Pay increase shall be a minimum of 5% or the minimum starting salary of the position, whichever is greater. Motor Vehicle Record Annually, the employee’s motor vehicle driving record will be reviewed. Driving infractions will be subject to the Department’s policies. Body Worn Cameras Before the City of Dover requires members of the bargaining unit to wear body worn cameras, the following changes/additions shall be made to the current policy, 41.23. • Whenever a member is subject to an internal investigation, discipline, or questioning during an internal investigation, the member and his or her representative or legal counsel shall be given an opportunity to review all relevant recordings and consult prior to being questioned. 22 Page 181

Item #49. • Until one (1) months after the issuance of a body worn camera, members shall not be disciplined for failure to activate their body worn cameras. • The department shall maintain at least one member trained in "forensic video analysis" and "human performance". • Unless authorized by the Chief of Police pursuant to an official investigation, the Body Worn Camera shall not be remotely activated without the knowledge of the Officer wearing said Body Worn Camera for any reason other than an immediate threat to life, such as an officer -in-distress call. • Further changes to the Body Worn Camera equipment and/or software that significantly impacts the operation of the equipment shall be negotiated with the FOP. 23 Page 182

Item #49. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be signed in their respective names by their representatives hereunto duly authorized dated: CITY OF DOVER FOP REPRESENTATIVES Michael Stafford, Esq. Gary McLhinney Chief Negotiator Chief Negotiator Dave Hugg Aaron Dickinson City Manager Captain Naomi Poole R. Ernie Roswell Human Resources Director Lieutenant Thomas Johnson Timothy Mullaney, Jr. Police Chief FOP President/Corporal Patricia Marney James Wood Interim Controller/Treasurer FOP Vice President/Master Corporal Anthony Valenti Patrolman 24 Page 183

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Item #50. Stormwater Utility Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual Updated: May 2024 Special thanks to the City of Newark, Delaware for their guidance in developing this manual. Page 187

Item #50. Table of Contents 1.0 GENERAL INFORMATION .................................................................................................................. 1 1.1 Overview ....................................................................................................................................... 1 1.2 Stormwater Charge ....................................................................................................................... 1 1.3 Purpose ......................................................................................................................................... 2 1.4 Definitions ..................................................................................................................................... 3 2.0 STORMWATER CREDITS .................................................................................................................... 5 2.1 Objective ....................................................................................................................................... 5 2.2 Credit Policies................................................................................................................................ 5 2.3 Stormwater Credits Application Requirements ............................................................................ 9 2.4 Credits Application Procedures ................................................................................................... 10 3.0 STORMWATER CHARGE ADJUSTMENT APPEALS ............................................................................ 11 3.1 Objectives.................................................................................................................................... 11 3.2 Charge Adjustments Appeal Policies........................................................................................... 11 3.3 Charge Adjustment Appeal Application Requirements .............................................................. 13 3.4 Charge Adjustment Appeals Application Procedures ................................................................. 14 4.0 STORMWATER GRANTS .................................................................................................................. 15 4.1 Residential Design Service Support ............................................................................................ 15 4.2 Residential Stormwater Project Cost Sharing ............................................................................. 16 4.3 Grant Program Request Application Requirements ................................................................... 16 5.0 STORMWATER CREDITS AND CHARGE ADJUSTMENTS EXAMPLES .................................................. 17 5.1 Stormwater Credits .................................................................................................................... 17 5.2 Storm Water Charge Adjustments Appeal .................................................................................. 18 Page 188

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual 1.0 General Information 1.1 Overview The City of Dover’s (the City) stormwater management program aims to manage both the quantity and quality of stormwater runoff within the City and its local surface waters, recognizing them as important resources. The major goals of this program are:  Reduce the amount of pollutants discharged into the surface waters including rivers and creeks;  Manage the rate and volume of stormwater discharged to the City’s system as well as local surface waterbodies; and  Comply with the regulatory requirements of the City’s National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Phase II permit. To mitigate the impact of pollutant loads on rivers, the City is engaged in several stormwater activities, including pre‐ and post‐construction stormwater management, watershed planning and protection, and surface water quality enhancement efforts. These efforts protect City streets and properties from flooding, erosion, water pollution, property damage, and also enable the City to comply with federal and state regulatory requirements. 1.2 Stormwater Charge With formal adoption of a Stormwater Utility, the City also implemented a stormwater charge, effective July 1st, 2024, pursuant to City Code Chapter 110, ARTICLE V. The stormwater charge was created to provide a designated source of revenue to fund the City’s stormwater management Operations & Maintenance (O&M) costs and capital stormwater system infrastructure costs. A key objective of the stormwater charge is to facilitate equitable recovery of the City’s stormwater management costs from all the parcels within the City’s limits. Typically, it is not feasible to directly measure the actual stormwater runoff and its associated pollutant loads that a parcel contributes to the system. Hence, a stormwater charge is established based on a surrogate measure such as a parcel’s estimated effective impervious area. Impervious area typically refers to any hard and compacted surface area including paved areas, hard undeveloped surfaces, buildings, rooftops, driveways, walkways, decks and patios, compacted grassed areas and parking lots. The approach that is used to estimate the effective impervious area for the residential and all other stormwater classes of properties is described in the following sections. a) Residential Parcels For all the residential parcels (Single-family Residential Stormwater Class), the impervious area is calculated based upon a three-tiered system. Page 189

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual The impervious area was determined based on impervious coverage files from the Office of State Planning Coordination. Single-family uses were delineated and the impervious cover in each zoning district was divided by the number of lots to derive the average single-family impervious cover of each zone. From this point, residential zoning districts were grouped into tiers that have reasonably similar impervious covers as listed in Table 1, in the Appendix. A monthly stormwater charge is calculated by multiplying the ERU ratio by the ERU rate. b) All Other Stormwater Class: The monthly stormwater fee is calculated for all other stormwater classes by dividing the estimated impervious area for a parcel by the average impervious area for the Tier 1 single- family residential stormwater class to determine the ERU ratio. The ERU ratio is then multiplied by the ERU rate to determine the monthly stormwater charge. See Table 2, in the Appendix for examples of an impervious surface. The impervious surface area shall be capped at 1,000,000 sq. ft. c) Delinquency: i. Pursuant to City Ordinance, Sec. 1-13a, b ̶ Clean Hands, no person or entity or owner shall be eligible to receive any city services, utilities, permits, licenses, or approvals if that person, entity, or owner owes outstanding payments to the city ii. Pursuant to City Code §110-305, all penalties, fines, and costs associated with enforcement of this chapter shall be liens on the property to the extent permitted by Title 25, Chapter 29 of the Delaware Code. 1.3 Purpose In conjunction with the implementation of the stormwater charge, the City has established a stormwater credits, grants, and appeals program. a) Credits The purpose of the stormwater credits program is to enable parcel owners to seek reduction in stormwater charges if specific stormwater management measures have been implemented. The onsite stormwater management measures need to significantly reduce the volume of runoff into the City’s stormwater system and/or enhance the water quality in the surface water bodies into which a parcel’s runoff discharges. Stormwater Credits are associated with the construction, operation, and maintenance of privately owned stormwater management facilities that complement the City’s stormwater management efforts and support the City’s stormwater management and surface water quality protection activities. b) Charge Adjustment Appeals The purpose of the charge adjustments appeals process is to enable customers to appeal any potential exceptions relating to parcel ownership, stormwater classification, and stormwater credit qualification. For more information about the appeals process, please see section 3.0, Stormwater Charge Adjustment Appeals, of this manual. Page 190

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual 1.4 Definitions This section provides definitions for key terms relating to stormwater credits and the charge adjustments appeals process described in this technical manual. See also the definitions section of the City Code §110-301. All other stormwater classes: Refers to the various stormwater classes, except the single-family residential stormwater class. Appellant: Refers to the parcel owner or the owner’s authorized nominee who files an application for a charge adjustment appeal. Applicant: Refers to the parcel owner or the owner’s authorized nominee who files an application for a stormwater credit. Best Management Practices (BMPs): Best Management Practices are structural and/or non‐ structural stormwater management practices that are deployed in a property to control stormwater runoff and/or to improve the quality of stormwater runoff. Dwelling: Refers to a structure with one kitchen and one or more baths and bedrooms separate from the kitchen including houses, mobile homes, manufactured homes, apartments, and those attached to other dwellings or structures. Equivalent Runoff Unit (ERU): A unit of measure that is set to equal the median impervious area square footage of parcels of the Tier 1 single-family residential stormwater class. Equivalent Runoff Unit Ratio (ERU Ratio): Refers to the number of ERUs that are assigned to each parcel in the Single‐Family residential stormwater class, based on the tier assigned to each parcel. Impervious Area: The total square feet of hard surface areas including buildings, driveways, any attached or detached structures, and paved or hardscaped areas, or other surface areas that behave like an impervious area under wet weather conditions, that either prevent or restrict the volume of stormwater that can enter into the soil, and/or thereby cause water to run off the surface in greater quantities or at an increased rate of flow than what would have occurred under natural undisturbed conditions. Page 191

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual Single‐family Residential Stormwater Class: Parcels with a single-family, detached, semi‐ detached or attached dwelling. Stormwater Charge: Refers to the monthly charge for stormwater management assessed to a parcel within the city based on the impervious area of the parcel to be billed on the associated cycle billing route for the service location. Stormwater Management Facility: Refers to an engineered stormwater control structure specifically designed to reduce the quantity of runoff, while also improving the runoff quality. Tier: The tier value that is assigned to each parcel in the Single‐Family Residential Stormwater Class, based on the parcel’s actual impervious area. Water Quality: Those characteristics of stormwater runoff from a land disturbing activity that relates to the chemical, physical, biological, or radiological integrity of water. Water Quantity: Refers to those characteristics of stormwater that relate to the rate and volume of the stormwater runoff resulting from land disturbing activities. Page 192

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual 2.0 STORMWATER CREDITS 2.1 Objective The policies and procedures outlined for stormwater credits processes is designed based on the following key objectives:  Aid the City in meeting stormwater quality and quantity management, as well as flood mitigation needs.  Support the City’s NPDES Phase II permit compliance requirements.  Afford charge reduction opportunity for customers who reduce their burden on the stormwater system and services provided by the City through the operation and maintenance of stormwater best management practices.  Support equitable cost recovery of stormwater management costs. 2.2 Credit Policies The system of credits defined in this Stormwater Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual (manual) is governed by the following policies: a) Credit Application Only parcels that pay for the maintenance of an onsite stormwater management facility are eligible to apply for stormwater quality/quantity credits. The Stormwater Credits Application (see Form C‐1 in the Appendix) and all supporting documentation must be filed by the applicant in writing to the Director of the Department of Public Works. The credit request may be filed any time but adjustments, if any, will be effective as stated in Section 2.2(h). of this manual. b) Types of Credits Quality Credits: Quality Credits are available to properties that pay into the maintenance of a stormwater management facility and/or directly own a stormwater management facility which was designed to effectively control pollutants in the runoff and to enhance water quality (see 2.2(c). of this manual) *. If water quality credits are provided, the City may at any time revoke the credits for non‐compliance with BMP maintenance standards. Quantity Credits: Quantity Credits are available to properties that control the rate of stormwater runoff contributed to the City’s stormwater system or surface water system (rivers, streams, etc.) *. Credits will not be provided for stormwater management practices that are under construction and/or are not fully functional and/or are not properly maintained. If quantity credits are provided, the City may at any time revoke the credits if the stormwater management systems are found to be poorly maintained and/or non‐functional. * (Subdivisions with an active HOA) Page 193

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual c) Quality Credits Quality Credit up to 15% may be provided if the parcel owns and/or pays into the maintenance of stormwater management practices that infiltrate between 1 and 2.5 inches of runoff in accordance with the following increments: Figure 1- Quality Credit (%) According to Depth of Runoff Managed (Inches) Total Depth of Runoff Quality Credit Managed (Inches) (%) 1.5 5.0 2.0 10.0 2.5 15.0 Consideration for credits may be given to additional water quality best management practices at the discretion of the Director of Public Works. Applicants must document and demonstrate that the BMPs exceed applicable Delaware Sediment and Stormwater requirements via certified engineering documentation. d) Quantity Credits Quantity Credit is available to parcels that utilize onsite structural stormwater management measures such as retention or detention ponds, or other non‐structural practices to manage stormwater runoff. The applicant must submit certified engineering documentation that affirms the existence of a fully functioning stormwater management facility that is privately owned. The applicant must also submit a maintenance agreement for the stormwater management facility that affirms the maintenance is privately funded. Quantity Credit up to 10% may be provided to parcels where the post‐development peak stormwater discharge rates are managed to pre‐development peak discharge rates as follows:  Manage the 10‐year post development peak discharge to the 2‐year pre‐development peak discharge;  Manage the 25‐year post development peak discharge to the 10‐year pre‐development peak discharge;  Manage the 50‐year post development peak discharge to the 25‐year pre‐development peak discharge;  Manage the 100‐year post development peak discharge to the 50‐year pre‐development peak discharge. Page 194

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits, Grants, and Appeals Manual Design standards and criteria of the stormwater management structures must conform to the guidelines and design standards defined in Section 10.0 of the Delaware Sediment and Stormwater Regulations of Title 7 Natural Resources & Environmental Control Administrative Code as most recently issued by the DNREC Division of Soil and Water Conservation. e) Maximum Credits The maximum allowable stormwater credits for quantity reduction (Quantity Credits) is 10% of the ERU rate for the parcel seeking the credit. The maximum allowable stormwater credits for quality control (Quality Credits) is 15% of the ERU rate. The maximum aggregate stormwater credit for any individual parcel cannot exceed 25% of the ERU rate for the parcel. However, when special circumstances arise, such as a property infiltrating 100% of its stormwater, then the City may, at its discretion, provide up to a maximum of 50% credit. f) Application Fee A credit application will not be considered complete and will not be processed unless accompanied by a non‐refundable fee of $150.00 per parcel, along with all other required supporting documentation as outlined in this Stormwater Utility Credits and Appeals Manual. If the application fee check submitted is uncollectible, the Department of Public Works will terminate the technical review, until a valid application fee is credited. g) Renewal of Credits Any stormwater quantity or quality credit that is provided to a parcel is contingent on continued maintenance and operation of the private stormwater facilities or devices, as stipulated by the Director of Public Works. The City may revoke the stormwater credits at any time for non‐ compliance. The approved credits are valid for a four‐year term, with the credits expiring on December 31st of the fourth year. Renewal of the Credit is contingent on the Applicant submitting a Stormwater Credits Renewal Application (See Form C‐2 in the Appendix) accompanied by a non‐refundable re‐filing fee of $100, by October 1st of the calendar year in which the credits are due to expire. h) Credit Adjustments For all stormwater credit applications received before October 1, 2024, any approved stormwater credits will be effective retroactively from July 1, 2024. The total amount of the Retroactive credit will be applied to the customer’s future bill. retroacti For all stormwater credit applications received beginning October 1, 2024, any approved stormwater credits will become effective only from the billing period in which the appeal Application is received and considered administratively complete. There will be no retroactive adjustments for prior billing periods. Page 195

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual i) Stormwater Charge Payment A pending credit request application shall not constitute a valid reason for non‐payment of the currently assessed stormwater charge. All stormwater charges that are outstanding at the time of filing of the application must be paid in full prior to the City commencing the technical review unless that requirement is waived in writing by the Director of Public Works. j) Documentation Costs The City will not reimburse any costs that the applicant incurs in the preparation of the required documentation and/or the credit request application package. k) Burden of Proof The burden of proof shall be on the applicant to demonstrate the validity of the credit application by providing clear and convincing evidence as required by the application. l) Right‐of‐Entry and Documentation Review Following submission of a stormwater credits application, the City shall have an automatic Right‐ of‐Entry into the parcel, following notice to the parcel owner, for the sole purpose of inspecting the facility/structure or system in the parcel for which the charge adjustment appeal is requested. m) Decision The Director of Public Works will review and send a written notice of disposition to the applicant, with a copy to the Director of Finance, within 60 days of the receipt of the fully completed credits request package, unless any extraordinary circumstances necessitate additional review time. The decision of the Director of the of Public Works is final. Page 196

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual 2.3 Stormwater Credits Application Requirements The Applicant applying for stormwater credits for one or more parcels must adhere to the following credit request application stipulations. a) Application Stormwater credit request for each parcel must be initiated by the applicant. The applicant must submit a fully completed Stormwater Credits Application (See Form C‐1 in the Appendix) if applying for first time credits, or a fully completed Stormwater Credits Renewal Application (See Form C‐2 in the Appendix) if applying for renewal of credits. The application must be accompanied by the appropriate application fee and supporting documentation. Only one application is allowed per parcel and the applicant may seek more than one type of credit defined in Section 2.2(b), in a single application. The applicant must submit a separate application package and application fee for each parcel being appealed. b) Supporting Documentation The applicant shall provide the following technical documentation: i. Conceptual site plan and structural control location diagram showing the site, topographic details, overland flow paths, all stormwater facilities, and surrounding area. ii. Maps with locations, dimensions, and characteristics of existing and proposed storm drainage patterns and facilities. iii. Topographic map outlining the size of the drainage area upstream of the developed parcel. iv. Maps indicating existing and proposed grading and locations of all structures including buildings, parking, driveways, paving, and other impervious areas. v. Detailed engineering calculations that show the comparative results of pre‐development runoff to post‐development runoff that is routed through the stormwater control structures. vi. As‐built plan drawing may be utilized. The required technical documentation and drawings listed above must be certified by a registered professional engineer or certified land surveyor. The Director may waive in writing the submission of a land survey or other technical documentation. c) Fees Stormwater Credits are granted for a fixed term of four (4) years and a first-time request requires a non‐refundable application fee of $150.00 with the original application (Form C‐1) submittal. Page 197

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual Stormwater credits renewal process requires a non‐refundable application fee of $100.00 with the renewal application (Form C‐2) submittal. The application fee can be mailed or paid at the front counter in City Hall. Checks must be made payable to the City of Dover. Please do not mail cash. d) Schedule The applicant can apply for first-time stormwater credits at any time. However, the stormwater credits renewal application must be filed by October 1st of the calendar year in which the credits are due to expire. 2.4 Credits Application Procedures The following general procedures will be adhered to during the receipt, processing, and disposition of the stormwater credits application: The applicant can either download Form C‐1 or Form C‐2 as appropriate from the City’s website or request Customer Service to mail the application. The completed application, supporting documentation, and the appropriate non‐refundable application fee must be submitted to: Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E Reed Street Dover, DE 19901 The Department of Public Works will review and reply to the applicant, with a copy to the Director of Finance, within 60 days of the receipt of the fully completed stormwater credits request package, unless any extraordinary circumstances necessitate additional review time. Stormwater credits, if approved, will become effective as stated in Section 2.2(h). Page 198

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual 3.0 STORMWATER CHARGE ADJUSTMENT APPEALS 3.1 Objectives The policies and procedures outlined for stormwater charge adjustments processes are designed based on the following key objectives:  Provide a mechanism to address exceptions, if any, in parcel ownership, stormwater class assignment, stormwater fee, and the assigned tier for each parcel. 3.2 Charge Adjustments Appeal Policies The system of charge adjustments appeals defined in this manual is governed by the following policies: a) Reasons for Charge Adjustments Appeal Application The appellant can file for a charge adjustment to appeal one or more of the following as applicable: i. Stormwater Classification or Parcel Ownership: The appellant can file an adjustment request if the stormwater class or parcel ownership that is assigned to a parcel is believed to be inaccurate. ii. Assigned tier: The appellant can file an adjustment request if the parcel owner believes the assigned tier is incorrect. iii. Incorrect impervious surface estimate (NOT applicable to single-family residential stormwater class): The appellant can file an adjustment request if the parcel owner believes the estimated impervious surface is incorrect. The City will not accept stormwater charge adjustment appeal application for any reason other than those stipulated above. b) Charge Adjustment Appeals Application The stormwater charge adjustment appeal and all supporting documentation must be submitted by the appellant, in writing, to the Director of Public Works. The appeal may be filed any time but adjustments, if any, will only be effective as stated in Section 3.2(d). The following forms, as provided in the Appendix, must be used when filing charge adjustment appeals: i. Form A‐1: Single-Family Residential Stormwater Class Adjustment Request ii. Form A‐2: All Other Stormwater Class Fee Adjustment Request A Charge Adjustment Appeal Application filed using Forms A‐1 and A‐2 for reasons (i) through (iii) listed in Section 3.2(a), will not be considered complete and will not be processed unless accompanied by all documentation stated in this manual. c) Application Fee No application fee is required. Page 199

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual d) Stormwater Charge Adjustments For all stormwater charge adjustment appeal applications received before October 1, 2024, any approved stormwater charge adjustments will be applied retroactively to July 1 2024. The total amount of the retroactive adjustment will be applied to the customer’s future bill. For all stormwater charge adjustment appeal applications received beginning October 1, 2024, any approved stormwater charge adjustments will become effective only from the billing period in Which the appeal application is received and considered administratively complete. There will be no retroactive adjustments for prior billing periods. Page 200

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual 3.3 Charge Adjustment Appeal Application Requirements The appellant applying for stormwater charge adjustments for one or more parcels must adhere to the following charge adjustment application stipulations. a) Application The charge adjustments appeal for each parcel must be initiated by the appellant. The appellant must submit a fully completed Stormwater Charge Adjustment Appeal Application (See Form A‐1 or Form A‐2) accompanied by the appropriate supporting documentation, as outlined in Sections 3.2, 3.3 and 3.4. Only one application is allowed per parcel, and the application may seek more than one type of charge adjustment defined in Section 3.2. The appellant must submit a separate application package and application fee, if any, for each parcel being appealed. The completed application, supporting documentation, and the appropriate non‐refundable application fee, if any, must be submitted to: Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E Reed Street Dover, DE 19901 b) Supporting Documentation The appellant must provide the following technical documentation when filing for a stormwater charge adjustments appeal. i. Stormwater Classification or Parcel Ownership: Appellant must submit valid documentation prepared by a registered land surveyor showing gross parcel area. In addition, the appellant may provide documentation such as a parcel deed and parcel map to demonstrate the address of the parcel area and any other information the Director may specify. ii. Assigned Tier: Appellant must submit valid documentation such as a site plan, parcel map, “as‐built” construction drawings certified by a registered land surveyor or a professional engineer, and any other information the Director may specify to demonstrate the correct tier of the parcel. iii. Incorrect impervious surface estimate (NOT applicable to single-family residential stormwater class): Submit supporting documentation duly certified by a registered professional engineer or land surveyor. Required documentation includes a site plan, parcel map, building plans, as‐built drawings, and impervious area calculations. Survey data provided in support of the above appeals must be prepared within or recertified within the last 12 months. The Director may waive in writing the submission of a land survey. c) Schedule The appellant can apply for a charge adjustment at any time. However, all stormwater charge adjustments will be effective as outlined in Section 3.2(d). Page 201

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual 3.4 Charge Adjustment Appeals Application Procedures Any customer who objects to the stormwater utility staff’s determination on their assigned stormwater charge may submit an appeal, in writing, to the Director of Public Works. The appeal must be submitted according to the procedures in 3.3(a-c) of this manual. The Director of Public Works will review and send a written disposition (final decision) to the appellant, with a copy to the Director of Finance, within 60 days of the receipt of the fully completed stormwater charge adjustments appeals package. Final Decisions made by the Director of Public Works may be appealed to the Legislative, Finance, and Administrative Committee. Within 30 days of the City Clerk’s Office receiving the request, the appeal will be put on the next available agenda for the Council Committee of the Whole. Stormwater charge adjustments, if approved, will become effective as stated in 3.2(d). Page 202

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual 4.0 STORMWATER GRANTS 4.1 Residential Stormwater Project Cost Sharing Stormwater and drainage issues on private property are excluded from the City’s jurisdiction. The City recognizes that these stormwater issues and their associated solutions may result in significant and sometimes unexpected costs. To help reduce the burden on customers, the City will offer cost sharing up to 25% of the estimated project costs. Customers are encouraged to explore additional funding options, such as the Community Water Quality Improvement Grant. Cost sharing will be limited to addressing stormwater related issues as deemed appropriate by the Department of Public Works. Funding may not be used to address other private property issues. In order to be considered for cost sharing support, customers must complete and submit a grant request application form (Form D‐1) to the Department of Public Works. a) Supporting Documentation The applicant must provide the following information: i. Project Description ii. Description of Anticipated Benefits iii. Estimated Project Costs iv. Requested Grant Amount The following documentation would aid in application review, but is not required: • Site plans or sketches showing the problem area and proposed solution • Engineering drawings and/or calculations • Engineer’s cost estimate or Contractor’s quote b) Cost Sharing Maximum Amount Eligible customers may receive up to 25% matching funds based upon estimated construction costs up to a maximum of $5,000. c) Funding Availability Total annual available funding for cost-sharing will be limited to the annual appropriation as approved by City Council. Applications will be considered on a first come first serve basis. Page 203

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual 4.2 Grant Program Request Application Requirements a) Eligibility Requirements Residential customers who are current on their stormwater bills may submit a grant request. b) Application The applicant must submit a fully completed Stormwater Grant Request Application (See Form G-1 in the Appendix), accompanied by the supporting documentation, as applicable. c) Supporting Documentation See 4.1(a) for supporting documentation that is required. 4.3 Grant Program Requests Application Review and Approval The following general procedures will be adhered to during the receipt, processing, and deposition of the stormwater grants requests process: The appellant can either download Form D-1 from the City’s website or request Customer Service to mail the application. The completed application and supporting documentation must be submitted to: Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E Reed Street Dover DE, 19901 Following Receipt of a completed grant request application (Form D-1), the following general procedures will be adhered to during the receipt, processing, and disposition of stormwater grant program requests: a) Schedule The customer may submit a grant request application at any time. However, please note review and approval of grant requests varies based upon the type of request as outlined below. Grant requests will be reviewed and approved as follows: For Residential Stormwater Project Cost Sharing, the Department of Public Works will review cost sharing requests for completeness. Staff will send formal written notification regarding whether or not the request is complete and has been accepted for further consideration.  Each quarter, the Department of Public Works will review and approve projects.  The Department of Public Works will inform the customer within 30 days of the decision. If a project is selected for cost sharing, the letter will include the approved matching funds and additional information regarding next steps. Page 204

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual Note – Funding for cost sharing is limited to the City’s annual budget appropriation. Eligible customers may receive up to a 25% matching fund based upon estimated construction costs ($5,000 maximum). In the event all grant money is not awarded in any given year, special consideration will be given to community projects with several applicants. 5.0 STORMWATER CREDITS AND CHARGE ADJUSTMENTS EXAMPLES 5.1 Stormwater Credits The following examples illustrate the calculation procedures that would be applied in the assessment of monthly stormwater charges if stormwater credits are approved for a parcel. The examples are based on a Tier 1 Single-Family Residential Stormwater Class parcel, a monthly ERU ratio of 1, multiplied by the stormwater charge of $6.00, equaling $6.00/month. d) Quality Credit The following example shows the credit amount calculation and the billable monthly stormwater charge for a parcel that is granted a Quality Credit only. Total original monthly stormwater charge: $6.00 Approved Quality Credit: 15% Applied Quality Credit Adjustment: $6.00 - (15% x $6.00) = $5.10 Total Billable monthly stormwater charge: $5.10 Quality Credit Amount Issued to the Parcel: ($6.00 ‐ $5.10) = $0.90 e) Quantity Credit The following example shows the credit amount calculation and the billable monthly stormwater charge for a parcel that is granted a Quantity Credit only. Total original monthly stormwater charge: $6.00 Approved Quantity Credit: 10% Applied Quantity Credit Adjustment: $6.00 - (10% x $6.00) = $5.40 Total Billable monthly stormwater charge: $5.40 Quantity Credit Amount Issued to the Parcel: ($6.00 ‐ Page 205 $5.40) = $0.60

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual 5.2 Storm Water Charge Adjustments Appeal The following example illustrates the calculation procedures that would be applied in determining a revised impervious surface estimate in the case of an All Other Stormwater Class parcel that files an adjustment appeal seeking impervious area variance, and in determining the revised monthly storm water charge. If a Single-Family Residential parcel is misclassified, please fill out form A-1 in the Appendix and if approved, your rate will equal that of the appropriate Tier. For All Other Stormwater Class adjustments fill out form A-2 and see below for example calculations. b) Inaccurate Impervious Area Estimation for All Other Stormwater Classes The calculations for this example are based on the following assumptions:  Non‐residential parcel with a Gross Parcel Area of 190,000 sq. ft.  Impervious Area for this parcel is estimated using impervious coverage files from the Office of State Planning Coordination.  The property consists of a building that is 100,000 sq. ft.; sidewalks of 10,000 sq. ft.; gravel parking lot of 50,000 sq. ft.; and grass area of 30,000 sq. ft. For a total of 160,000 sq. ft. of impervious surface Individual runoff coefficients are assigned to the various land cover delineations as shown in Figure 2. Multiplying the individual runoff coefficient by the land cover delineation equals the adjusted, calculated impervious area in sq. ft. Figure 2- Calculation of Impervious Area Based on Actual Land Cover Delineation Land Cover Area (Sq. Individual Calculated Delineation Ft.) Land Cover Impervious Runoff Area (Sq. Ft.) (1) Coefficients (4)= (2)x(3) (2) (3) Structures 100,000 1.00 100,000 Asphalt 10,000 0.95 9,500 Loose Gravel 50,000 0.50 25,000 Grass 30,000 0.30 9,000 Total Property 190,000 143,500 Gross Area Page 206

Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual Original monthly charge calculation:  Average impervious area for Tier-1 Single-Family Residential Stormwater Class is 1,400 sq. ft.  160,000 / 1,400 = ERU ratio of 114.29  ERU ratio of 114.29 x ERU rate of $6.00 = $685.71 per month. Revised Monthly Stormwater Charge Calculation:  Total Impervious Area Based on Land Cover Delineation (Impervious examples on Table-2) = 143,500 sq. ft.  Total revised ERUs: 143,500 sq. ft. / 1,400 sq. ft. = 102.5 ERUs  Total revised monthly stormwater charge: 102.5 ERUs x $6.00 = $615 Page 207

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Item #50. Stormwater Charge Credits and Appeals Manual Table 1 ‐ Single Family Residential Classes Tier No. Applicable Zoning Average Impervious ERUs Monthly Districts Area (Square Feet) Charge 1 RG-1, RG-2, RG-3, RM-1 1,700 1.0 $6.00 2 RM-2, R-7, R-8 2,400 1.4 $8.40 3 R-10, R-15, R-20 3,700 2.2 $13.20 Table 2 ‐ Runoff Coefficients for Land Cover Delineations Type of Land Cover Land Cover Runoff Factor Water / River / Stream 0.00 Woods / Marsh / Wetlands 0.10 Grass 0.30 Loose Gravel (Ex. Gravel Parking Area) 0.50 Cobblestone / Brick 0.80 Concrete 0.95 Asphalt 0.95 Structures 1.00 Page 209

Request NumberItem #50. Form A‐1 ‐ RESIDENTIAL (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER FEE ADJUSTMENT REQUEST Parcel ID: Account#: Date: Parcel Owner: Service Address: Mailing Address: Email: Phone: INNACCURATE STORMWATER CLASS Indicate the current class and the class that is being requested. (See Table 1 on reverse side of this form for reference). Current SW Class: Requested SW Class: Indicate the current Tier that is being requested. (See Table 1 on reverse side of this form for reference). Current SW Tier: Requested SW Tier: OWNER CERTIFICATION and RIGHT‐OF‐ENTRY: I certify that the information contained in the application is, to the best of my knowledge, correct and represents a complete and accurate statement. I further understand that the stormwater fee adjustment will be based on the information provided and the City may revoke the fee adjustment if a later determination indicates that the information provided was inaccurate. I hereby grant permission for a City representative to enter the parcel for the purpose of inspecting the facility/structure or system in the property for which fee adjustments appeal is requested. Signature of Owner Date Revised Date: March 2021 A‐1‐1 Page 210

Request NumberItem #50. Form A‐1 ‐ RESIDENTIAL (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER FEE ADJUSTMENT REQUEST FOR CITY USE ONLY (To be completed by City): Application Received By: Date Received: Application Reviewed By: Date Reviewed: Application Status: Approved: Denied: Remarks: TABLE 1 – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL CLASS Tier No. Applicable Zoning Average Impervious ERUs Monthly Districts Area (Square Feet) Charge 1 RG-1, RG-2, RG-3, RM-1 1,700 1.0 $6.00 2 RM-2, R-7, R-8 2,400 1.4 $8.40 3 R-10, R-15, R-20 3,700 2.2 $13.20 *Any property not within the zoning districts of Table-1 are considered “All Other Stormwater Class”. Send the Completed Application and Supporting Documentation To: The Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E Reed St Dover, DE 19901 For inquiries, please call: (302) 736-7025 (NOTE: A separate application form and supporting documentation must be filed for each parcel) Revised Date: March 2021 A‐1‐2 Page 211

Form A‐2 – ALL OTHER Request Number Item #50. STORMWATER CLASS (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE Parcel ID: Account #: Date: Parcel Owner: Service Address: Mailing Address: Email: Phone: REASON FOR FEE ADJUSTMENT REQUEST: (Check one or more of the following) Inaccurate Stormwater Class: Indicate the current class and the class that is being requested. (See Table 1 on reverse side of this form for reference). Current SW Class: Requested SW Class: Inaccurate Estimation of Impervious Area: Indicate the current Impervious Area and the revised Impervious Area that is being requested. Submit supporting documentation duly certified by a registered professional engineer or land surveyor. Required documentation includes site plan, parcel map, building plans, as‐built drawings, and impervious area calculations. Current Impervious: Sq. Ft. Requested Impervious: Sq. Ft. OWNER CERTIFICATION and RIGHT‐OF‐ENTRY: I certify that the information contained in the application is, to the best of my knowledge, correct and represents a complete and accurate statement. I further understand that the stormwater fee adjustment will be based on the information provided and the City may revoke the fee adjustment if a later determination indicates that the information provided was inaccurate. I hereby grant permission for a City representative to enter the parcel for the purpose of inspecting the facility/structure or system in the property for which fee adjustments appeal is requested. Signature of Owner Date Revised Date: March 2021 A‐2‐1 Page 212

Form A‐2 – ALL OTHER Request Number Item #50. STORMWATER CLASS (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE FOR CITY USE ONLY (To be completed by City): Application Received By: Date Received: Application Reviewed By: Date Reviewed: Application Status: Approved: Denied: Remarks: TABLE 1 – SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL CLASS Tier No. Applicable Zoning Average Impervious ERUs Monthly Districts Area (Square Feet) Charge 1 RG-1, RG-2, RG-3, RM-1 1,700 1.0 $6.00 2 RM-2, R-7, R-8 2,400 1.4 $8.40 3 R-10, R-15, R-20 3,700 2.2 $13.20 *Any property not within the zoning districts of Table-1 are considered “All Other Stormwater Class”. Send the Completed Application and Supporting Documentation To: The Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E. Reed St Dover, DE 19901 For inquiries, please call: (302) 736‐7025 (NOTE: A separate application form and supporting documentation must be filed for each parcel) Revised Date: March 2021 A‐2‐2 Page 213

Item #50. Form C‐1 Request Number (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER FEE CREDIT APPLICATION I. General Information Parcel ID: Account #: Date: Parcel Owner: Service Address: Owner Phone: City / State / Zip: Owner Email: Mailing Address: Authorized Nominee: City / State / Zip: Nominee Phone: Stormwater Class: Nominee Email: Credit Request: Quantity Quality Special Circumstance II. Required Documentation Checklist Check if any of the following attachments are included: As‐Built Drawings Site Map / Plan Drainage Area Pre‐development and Post‐development Calculations for the 2-, 10-, 25-, 50- and 100-year Design Storms Routing Calculations through the Facility or Control for the 2-, 10-, 25-, 50- and 100-year Design Storms Total Storage Volume of Facility or Control Emergency Spillway Size, Type, Configuration and Rating Maintenance Plan / Schedule and copy of last inspection performed by Kent Conservation District Application Fee of $150.00 (Non‐Refundable) Payable to the City of Dover III. Engineer Certification I certify that the “As‐Built Drawings” and other maps are an accurate representation of the subject stormwater facility or control, and that the required calculations have been performed as per acceptable engineering standards. Registered Professional Engineer: Registration Number: Company: Phone: Email: Signature of Engineer Date Revised Date: March 2021 C‐1‐1 Page 214

Item #50. Form C‐1 Request Number (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER FEE CREDIT APPLICATION IV. Owner Certification and Right‐of‐Entry I certify that the information contained in the application and in the attached documents is, to the best of my knowledge, correct and represents a complete and accurate statement. I further understand that the stormwater credit will be based on the information provided and the City may revoke the credit if a later determination indicates that the information provided was inaccurate. I hereby grant permission for a City representative to enter the parcel for the purpose of inspecting the facility/structure or system in the parcel for which stormwater credit is requested. Signature of Owner Date V. FOR CITY USE ONLY (To be completed by the City) Application Received By: Date Received: Application Reviewed By: Date Reviewed: Application Status: Approved: Denied: Credit Approved (%): Quantity: Quality: Remarks: Send the Completed Application and Supporting Documentation To: The Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E. Reed St Dover, DE 19901 For inquiries, please call: (302) 736‐7025 (NOTE: A separate application form and supporting documentation must be filed for each parcel) Revised Date: March 2021 C‐1‐2 Page 215

Request Number Item #50. Form C‐2 (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER FEE CREDIT RENEWAL APPLICATION I. General Information Parcel ID: Account #: Date: Parcel Owner: Service Address: Owner Phone: City / State / Zip: Owner Email: Mailing Address: Authorized Contact: City / State / Zip: Contact Phone: Stormwater Class: Contact Email: Credit Renewal Request: Quantity Quality Special Circumstance II. Supporting Documentation Checklist Check if any of the following attachments are included: As‐Built Drawings (if changed) Site Map / Plan (if changed) Drainage Area Maps (if changed) Written Description of Inspection and Maintenance Activities Performed During the Past Year Maintenance Plan / Schedule and copy of last inspection performed by Kent Conservation District Annual Renewal Fee of $100.00 (Non‐Refundable) Payable to the City of Dover III. Owner Certification I certify that the information contained in the application and in the attached documents is, to the best of my knowledge, correct and represents a complete and accurate statement. I further understand that the stormwater credit will be based on the information provided and the City may revoke the credit if a later determination indicates that the information provided was inaccurate. I hereby grant permission for City representative to enter the parcel for the purpose of inspecting the facility/structure or system in the parcel for which stormwater credit is requested. Signature of Owner Date Revised Date: March 2021 C‐2‐1 Page 216

Request Number Item #50. Form D‐1 (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER GRANT REQUEST APPLICATION IV. FOR CITY USE ONLY (To be completed by the City) Application Received By: Date Received: Application Reviewed By: Date Reviewed: Application Status: Approved: Denied: Credit Approved (%): Quantity: Quality: Remarks: Send the Completed Application and Supporting Documentation To: The Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E. Reed St Dover, DE 19901 For inquiries, please call: (302) 736‐7025 (NOTE: A separate application form and supporting documentation must be filed for each parcel) Revised Date: March 2021 C‐2‐2 Page 217

Request Number Item #50. Form D‐1 (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER GRANT REQUEST APPLICATION Parcel ID: _ Account#: Date: Parcel Owner: Service Address: Mailing Address: Email: Phone: REQUESTED SUPPORT: (Check one of the following) Stormwater Project Cost Sharing: Please describe the subject project for which matching funds are requested. Attach additional sheets if necessary. Benefits: Please describe the anticipated benefits of the proposed project. Check if any of the following attachments are included (recommended): Site Map / Plan Stormwater Facility Details Drainage Area Maps Engineer’s Cost Estimate / Contractor Quote Engineering Drawings Photos Engineering Calculations Other: ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 218 Revised Date: November 2021 D-1-1

Request Number Item #50. Form D‐1 (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER GRANT REQUEST APPLICATION Cost Information: Please provide the following cost information. Note – matching funds are provided based upon 25% of the estimated construction costs up to a maximum $5,000. Estimated Construction Costs: $ Requested Grant Amount: $ Other Anticipated Grants (if any): $ FOR CITY USE ONLY (To be completed by City): Application Received By: Date Received: Application Reviewed By: Date Reviewed: Application Status (as applicable): Stormwater Project Cost Sharing: Yes No Date Public Works Approval: Recommend to CAC: CAC Approval: Final Decision: Approved: Denied: Match: $ Remarks: _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Page 219 Revised Date: November 2021 D-1-2

Request Number Item #50. Form D‐1 (Internal use only) CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE STORMWATER GRANT REQUEST APPLICATION Send the Completed Application and Supporting Documentation To: The Director of Public Works City of Dover 5 E Reed Street Dover, DE 19901 For inquiries, please call: (302) 736-7025 ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Revised: November 2021 D-1-3 Page 220

FIRST READING Item #51. City of Dover CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024-20 1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN 2 COUNCIL MET: 3 4 That Chapter 110 – Utilities, be amended by inserting a new Article as follows: 5 6 ARTICLE V. – STORMWATER 7 8 Sec. 110-284. – Definitions. 9 10 The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this chapter, shall have the 11 meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a 12 different meaning: 13 14 All other stormwater classes mean the various stormwater classes, except the single- 15 family residential stormwater class. 16 17 Dwelling means a structure with one kitchen and one or more baths and bedrooms 18 separate from the kitchen including houses, mobile homes, manufactured homes, and 19 apartments. 20 21 Equivalent runoff unit or ERU means a unit of measure that is set to equal the average 22 impervious area square footage of parcels of the Tier 1 single-family residential stormwater 23 class. 24 25 Equivalent runoff unit ratio or ERU ratio means the number of ERUs assigned to each 26 parcel in the single-family residential stormwater class, based on the tier assigned to each 27 parcel. 28 29 Impervious area means the total square feet of hard surface areas including buildings, 30 driveways, any attached or detached structures, paved or hardscaped areas, or other surface 31 areas that behave like an impervious area during precipitation events, that either prevent or 32 restrict the volume of stormwater that can enter into the soil and/or thereby cause water to 33 runoff the surface in greater quantities or at an increased rate of flow than what would have 34 occurred under natural undisturbed conditions. 35 36 Single-family residential stormwater class means parcels with a single-family, 37 detached, semi-detached, or attached dwelling. 38 Page 221

Item #51. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 – Chapter 110 – Utilities, Article V – Stormwater Page 2 39 Stormwater charge means the monthly charge for stormwater management assessed 40 to a parcel within the city based on the impervious area of the parcel to be billed on the 41 associated cycle billing route for the service location. 42 43 Tier means the tier value that is assigned to each parcel in the single-family residential 44 stormwater class, based on the parcel's impervious area. 45 46 NPDES Permit refers to the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System 47 (NPDES) permit imposed by the EPA and the State of Delaware that requires permittees to 48 develop and implement a comprehensive Storm Water Management Program (SWMP) that 49 must include pollution prevention measures, treatment or removal techniques, monitoring, 50 use of legal authority, and other appropriate measures to control the quality and quantity of 51 stormwater discharged to the storm drains and thus Waters of the State and Waters of the 52 United States. 53 54 Sec. 110-285. – Stormwater charges. 55 56 (a) The stormwater charge represents an equitable system for recovering costs related to 57 all aspects of stormwater management, including but not limited to: capital 58 improvements including debt service; operation and maintenance including routine 59 replacements; compliance with all current and future stormwater and surface water 60 regulatory requirements (NPDES Permit); surface water quality monitoring, 61 inspection, management, and improvement projects; flooding mitigation; inspections 62 of stormwater management facilities; billing and administration; acquisition of 63 interests in land including easements; and watershed planning and protection 64 initiatives. 65 66 (b) All parcels that are within the city's corporate boundaries, except as noted in Sec. 110- 67 285(d)(4), shall be assessed a monthly stormwater charge as per the provisions of this 68 article. 69 70 (c) The stormwater charge for each parcel shall be determined as per the provisions of 71 this article, based on the number of equivalent runoff units "ERUs" and the ERU 72 rate. 73 74 (1) Equivalent runoff unit. The ERU is 1,700 square feet. 75 76 (2) Equivalent runoff unit rate. The ERU rate is $6.00 per ERU. 77 78 (3) Monthly stormwater charge calculation. The monthly stormwater charge is 79 calculated by multiplying the ERU ratio by the ERU rate (see Table 1 for Tier and 80 ERU ratio). 81 Page 222

Item #51. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 – Chapter 110 – Utilities, Article V – Stormwater Page 3 82 (d) The stormwater charge for the various stormwater classes shall be determined as 83 follows: 84 85 (1) Single-family residential stormwater class: For the single-family residential 86 stormwater class, a three-tiered stormwater charge is established to accommodate 87 the wide range of impervious area square footage that exists among the single- 88 family residential parcels in the city. The three tiers of impervious area, applicable 89 zoning districts, and equivalent runoff ratio for each tier are as shown in Table 1. 90 Based upon the zoning classification, single-family residential parcels are assigned 91 to one of the three tiers of impervious areas. A stormwater charge will be assessed 92 monthly based on the assigned ERU ratio and ERU rate. In the event of a newly 93 constructed single-family residential dwelling, tier assignment shall occur upon 94 issuance of certificate of occupancy. 95 96 Table 1: Single-Family Residential Class Tier Applicable Zoning Average Impervious Equivalent Runoff Unit Districts Area Ratio (ERU ratio) (square feet) 1 RG-3, RG-4, TND 1,700 1.0 2 RM-1, RM-2, RG-1, RG- 2,400 1.4 2, R-7 3 R-8, RG-5, R-10, R-20, 3,700 2.2 R-15 97 98 (2) All other stormwater classes: The stormwater charge for all other stormwater 99 classes shall be calculated by dividing the estimated impervious area for a parcel 100 by the average impervious area for the Tier 1 single-family residential stormwater 101 class to determine the ERU ratio. The ERU ratio is then multiplied by the ERU 102 rate to determine the monthly stormwater charge. 103 104 (3) Impervious area will be capped at 1 million sq. ft. No parcel owner will be billed 105 for more than 1 million sq. ft. of impervious surface. 106 107 (4) Exemptions. Parcels owned by the United States of America shall be the only 108 parcels within the city’s corporate limits exempt from the stormwater charge. 109 110 (5) Updates. Updates to residential tiers and impervious surface data shall occur 111 when the State of Delaware updates their impervious surface data. 112 113 (6) Any future amendment to the ERU rate shall be approved by City Council. Page 223

Item #51. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 – Chapter 110 – Utilities, Article V – Stormwater Page 4 114 115 Sec. 110-286. – Stormwater charge billing frequency; charge for new properties/parcels; 116 unpaid balances; aggregating billing. 117 118 (a) The monthly stormwater charge shall be billed and collected on a quarterly basis. All 119 billings will be congruent with the current City Ordinance, Sec. 90-15 – Rates and 120 Billing Procedures. 121 122 (b) Any new property or parcel resulting from the subdivision and/or consolidation of an 123 existing parcel and/or annexed into City limits shall become liable for the stormwater 124 charge of the current quarterly billing period, at such time as the parcel is reflected 125 in Kent County’s Department of Planning Services. 126 127 (c) Unpaid balances. All penalties, fines, and costs associated with the enforcement of 128 this chapter shall be liens on the property to the extent permitted by Title 25, Chapter 129 29 of the Delaware Code. Any unpaid fines, penalties, and fees imposed by any court 130 for violation of this chapter shall be added to the property tax billings for the property 131 that was subject to the violation. 132 Sec. 110-287. – Effective date of stormwater charges; liability of payment. 133 134 (a) The stormwater service charges herein authorized shall become effective July 1, 2024. 135 136 (b) The stormwater charges will be collected from the following: 137 138 (1) The owner on record of a parcel will be assessed the stormwater charge. In the 139 event that the owner of a parcel and the user of a parcel are not the same, the 140 owner shall be liable for the stormwater charge. 141 142 (2) In the case of joint ownership of a parcel, the stormwater charge shall be billed to 143 the owner designated as the primary owner in the City assessor’s records. 144 Sec. 110-288. ̶ Delinquency. 145 146 (a) Pursuant to City Ordinance, Sec. 1-13a, b ̶ Clean Hands, no person or entity or owner 147 shall be eligible to receive any city services, utilities, permits, licenses, or approvals if 148 that person, entity, or owner owes outstanding payments to the city. 149 150 (b) All penalties, fines, and costs associated with enforcement of this chapter shall be liens 151 on the property to the extent permitted by Title 25, Chapter 29 of the Delaware Code. 152 Sec. 110-289. – Credits. 153 Page 224

Item #51. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 – Chapter 110 – Utilities, Article V – Stormwater Page 5 154 (a) Credit. A system of credits, which may reduce a parcel's monthly stormwater charge, 155 shall be established for all stormwater classes. A stormwater charge credit may be 156 issued by the City Manager or his / her designee upon receipt of a written application 157 by the parcel owner for employing structural or non-structural best management 158 practices or other stormwater practices on-site, which significantly reduces the 159 quantity of stormwater runoff or significantly improves the quality of stormwater 160 runoff from the parcel. 161 162 (b) Credit procedures. All other procedures related to credits shall be per the City of 163 Dover Stormwater Credits, Appeals, and Grants Manual. 164 165 (c) The City Manager or his / her designee may revoke credits to any parcel should any 166 associated stormwater management facility be determined to be improperly 167 maintained, functioning improperly and/or failing. 168 Sec. 110-290. – Appeals. 169 170 (a) Appeals. An owner of a parcel for which a stormwater charge has been assessed may 171 appeal the stormwater charge for that parcel for the following reasons: 172 173 (1) The calculation of the stormwater charge; 174 175 (2) The assigned tier, if applicable; and 176 177 (3) The eligibility for a credit. 178 179 (b) Burden of proof. The burden of proof shall be on the appellant to demonstrate, by 180 clear and convincing evidence, the validity of the appeal. 181 182 (c) Appeals procedure. All other procedures for appeals shall be per the City of Dover 183 Stormwater Credits, Appeals, and Grants Manual. 184 185 (d) Ability to audit. 186 187 (1) The city reserves the right to audit a parcel's stormwater charge at any time. 188 189 (2) This may include a review of the estimated impervious area associated with the 190 parcel as well as any unique characteristics as they relate to the generation of 191 stormwater runoff and/or the management thereof. 192 Sec. 110-291. – Grants. 193 194 (a) Grants. An owner of a parcel within the single-family residential stormwater class for 195 which a stormwater charge has been assessed may apply for a drainage grant. Grant Page 225

Item #51. Proposed Ordinance #2024-20 – Chapter 110 – Utilities, Article V – Stormwater Page 6 196 procedures are outlined in the City of Dover Stormwater Credits, Appeals, and 197 Grants Manual. 198 199 (b) Appropriated Amount. The amount appropriated for grants each year will be made 200 available. 201 Sec. 110-292. – Transfers. 202 203 There shall be no transfers from the stormwater fund, less internal service 204 department cost allocations, to any other operating fund of the city without an 205 ordinance change by City Council. 206 207 208 ADOPTED: * 209 210 211 SYNOPSIS 212 This ordinance creates a utility (enterprise fund) effective on July 1, 2024. The stormwater utility 213 addresses increasing National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDS) compliance 214 (federal regulations), decreasing reliance on the General Fund by creating dedicated and stable 215 funding, and encouraging and enhancing stormwater management by managing the quantity and 216 quality of runoff reaching our drainage systems and waterways. A stormwater utility establishes 217 fees based on the determination and assessment of impervious surfaces and establishes a fund to 218 cover NPDES compliance requirements, capital projects, and operating costs of the program 219 including personnel, other operating expenses, and equipment and vehicles. It also creates a 220 system of quality and quantity credits for practices that better control water quality and runoff 221 rates. 222 223 (SPONSORS: ROCHA and HUGG) 224 225 226 Action History 227 06/10/2024 – Scheduled for First Reading – City Council 228 05/14/2024 - Introduction – Council Committee of the Whole/ Utility Committee Page 226

Item #52. FIRST READING City of Dover CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024-21 1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN 2 COUNCIL MET: 3 4 That Chapter 98 – Streets, Sidewalks, Storm Sewers, and Other Public Places, be amended by 5 inserting new Articles as follows: 6 7 ARTICLE IX. – STREET SWEEPING 8 9 Sec. 98-347 – STREETS, SIDEWALKS, STORM SEWERS, AND OTHER PUBLIC 10 PLACES 11 12 (a) Street Sweeping 13 14 (1) The City Manager or his / her designee shall provide street sweeping services 15 within the city at the frequency and locations determined to be in the best interest 16 of the city. 17 18 (2) Street sweeping shall meet or exceed the requirements set forth by the NPDES 19 permit issued to the City of Dover. 20 21 (3) Any areas determined to require parking restrictions to provide adequate street 22 sweeping services must be adequately marked by the city. 23 24 ARTICLE X. – LEAF COLLECTION SERVICES 25 26 (a) Leaf Collection 27 28 (1) The City Manager or his / her designee shall provide leaf collection services within 29 the city at the frequency and locations determined to be in the best interest of the 30 city. 31 32 (2) Leaf piles shall not be placed out for collection more than one day prior to 33 collection day. 34 (3) Leaf piles shall be no larger than 3 feet wide by 3 feet tall. Leaf piles shall not be 35 placed near catch basins or within the gutter pan. Clear space of 3 feet shall be 36 provided on either end of leaf piles. 37 38 (4) Leaves shall not be bagged or tarped when put out for leaf collection services. Page 227

Item #52. Proposed Ordinance #2024-21 – Chapter 98 – Streets, Sidewalks, Storm Sewers Page 2 39 40 (5) Leaf piles shall not contain limbs, sod, concrete, trash, or other foreign material. 41 42 (6) Leaf piles put out for leaf collection services that are not in conformance with the 43 parameters above may not be collected. 44 45 ADOPTED: * 46 47 48 SYNOPSIS 49 This ordinance provides clarification of the service guidelines and requirements. 50 51 (SPONSORS: ROCHA and HUGG) 52 53 54 Action History 55 06/10/2024 – Scheduled for First Reading – City Council 56 05/14/2024 - Introduction – Council Committee of the Whole/ Utility Committee Page 228

Item #53. FIRST READING City of Dover PROPOSED CITY OF DOVER ORDINANCE #2024-14 1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN 2 COUNCIL MET: 3 4 That Chapter 1 – General Provisions, Section. 1-17. – General penalty; separate offenses; unpaid 5 fines, be amended by inserting the text indicated in bold, blue, italics and deleting the text indicated 6 in red strikeout as follows: 7 8 Sec. 1-17. General penalty; separate offenses; unpaid fines. 9 10 Whenever in this Code or in any ordinance of the city, any act or omission is prohibited, 11 or is made, or declared to be unlawful or a violation, or whenever in said Code or ordinance the 12 doing of any act is required, or the failure to do any act is declared to be unlawful or a violation, 13 and no specific penalty is provided therefor, the violation of any such provision of this Code or 14 any ordinance shall be punishable as provided for in Appendix F–Fees and Fines. Unless 15 specifically provided otherwise, or the context thereof so dictates, each day any violation of any 16 provision of this Code or any ordinance shall continue, shall constitute a separate offense. Fines 17 not paid within 14 days of the day the fine was issued, including the day the fine was issued, shall 18 be automatically doubled in amount. 19 20 ADOPTED: * 21 22 23 SYNOPSIS 24 The proposed amendment to this chapter removes language that requires the doubling of fines. 25 26 (SPONSORS: ANDERSON and HUGG) 27 28 29 Action History 30 06/10/2024 – Scheduled for First Reading – City Council 31 05/14/2024 – Introduction - Council Committee of the Whole/ Legislative, Finance, and Administration 32 Committee Page 229

Item #54. FIRST READING City of Dover CITY OF DOVER PROPOSED ORDINANCE #2024-15 1 BE IT ORDAINED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOVER, IN 2 COUNCIL MET: 3 4 That Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, be amended by inserting the text indicated 5 in bold, blue, italics and deleting the text indicated in red strikeout as follows: 6 7 ARTICLE I. IN GENERAL 8 9 Sec. 22-1. Construction and property maintenance code board of appeals. 10 11 (a) Established; composition; appointment. There shall be a committee to be referred to as the 12 "construction and property maintenance code board of appeals," consisting of five 13 members. The council president shall appoint three elected city officials and the mayor 14 shall appoint one city resident generally selected as a representative of homeowners and 15 one representative of the local real estate industry association. Members shall serve one- 16 year terms unless sooner removed. All appointments are subject to confirmation by the city 17 council at its second regular meeting in May. The construction and property maintenance 18 code board of appeals shall elect one of its members as chairperson. 19 20 (b) Appeals. Whenever any person is aggrieved by a decision of the building inspector with 21 respect to the provision of this chapter, it is the right of that person to appeal to the 22 construction and property maintenance code board of appeals. Such appeal must be filed, 23 in writing, within 30 days after the determination by the building inspector. 24 25 (c) Notice; hearing. Upon receipt of such an appeal, the construction and property 26 maintenance code board of appeals shall set a time and place in not less than ten, nor more 27 than 30 days for the purpose of hearing the appeal. Notice of the time and place of the 28 hearing of the appeal shall be given to all parties, at which time they may appear and be 29 heard. The determination by the construction and property maintenance code board of 30 appeals shall be final in all cases. 31 32 Sec. 22-2. Housing authority created; purpose. 33 34 Created; purpose. There shall be a housing authority as provided in 31 Del. C. 35 36 Secs. 22-3—22-30. Reserved. Page 230

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 2 37 ARTICLE II. BUILDING INSPECTOR 38 39 Sec. 22-31. Office created; appointment. 40 There is hereby created the office of building inspector. The building inspector shall be 41 selected by the city council during its annual meeting. 42 43 Sec. 22-32. Additional powers and authority. 44 Along with other powers and authority granted to the building inspector in this chapter, 45 including the codes adopted herein, the building inspector shall have the following powers and 46 authority: 47 48 (1) Temporary certificates of occupancy. The building inspector shall have authority to 49 issue temporary certificates of occupancy for buildings and structures which do not 50 comply with the codes, upon the terms and conditions as set forth in this section. 51 52 (2) Affidavit to complete work. In the event that the owner and builder of a structure are in 53 agreement that certain items, such as grading, seeding, soil stabilization, and other 54 similar work, cannot be completed because of the weather or the season, but that these 55 items can be completed by the builder after a temporary certificate of occupancy is 56 granted, and the owner takes possession of the property, then the building inspector 57 may grant a temporary certificate of occupancy, conditioned upon the builder executing 58 an affidavit agreeing to complete the necessary items specified therein, within a time 59 period specified therein, with sanctions to be imposed by the building inspector for 60 noncompliance by the builder, to include, but not to be limited to, revocation of the 61 temporary certificate of occupancy, refusal to issue to the builder further building 62 permits on other parcels, and such other administrative action as the building inspector 63 may deem appropriate. 64 65 (3) Hardship. Upon adequate hardship being shown to the building inspector and upon 66 agreement of all parties, including the owner or equitable owner and the builder, the 67 building inspector may issue temporary certificates of occupancy for buildings and 68 structures where any work of a minor nature is required in the future to comply with 69 the codes, provided that all parties sign an agreement to this effect and the builder 70 executes an affidavit, with the conditions and stipulations provided in subsection (2) of 71 this section, agreeing to the imposition of sanctions for noncompliance to be imposed 72 by the building inspector. 73 74 (4) Agreements and affidavits for granting certificates. The building inspector shall 75 prepare uniform agreements and affidavits to be used in granting temporary certificates 76 of occupancy as stated herein. 77 78 (5) The building inspector or his duly authorized assistant(s) shall have the right to enter 79 any building or enter upon any land at any reasonable hour, as necessary, in the 80 execution of their duties. 81 Page 231

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 3 82 a. The building inspector shall notify the owner and tenant before conducting any 83 inspection. 84 85 b. The building inspector or his duly authorized assistants shall display identification 86 signed by the city manager upon commencing an inspection. 87 88 c. Inspections shall be commenced in the presence of the owner, or his representative 89 or tenant. 90 91 Secs. 22-33—22-60. Reserved. 92 93 94 ARTICLE III. BUILDING CODE 95 96 97 Sec. 22-61. Adopted. 98 (a) International Building Code adopted. Certain documents, three copies of which are on file 99 in the lLicensing and pPermitting oOffice of the city, being marked and designated as "The 100 International Building Code, 2009 Edition" as published by the International Code Council 101 be and is hereby adopted as the Building Code of the City of Dover in the State of 102 Delaware; for the control of buildings and structures as herein provided; and each and all 103 of the regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said International Building 104 Code, are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this 105 section, with the additions, insertions, deletions and changes as follows: 106 107 Section 101.1 Title. Insert "City of Dover, DE" in place of "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]" 108 109 105.2 Work exempt from permit. 110 111 Building: 112 1. One-story detached accessory structures used as tool and storage sheds, 113 playhouses, and similar uses, provided that the floor area does not 114 exceed 120 square feet. 115 2. Oil derricks. 116 3. Sidewalks and driveways not more than 30 inches (762 mm) above 117 adjacent grade and not over any basement or story below. 118 4. Painting, papering, tiling, carpeting, cabinets, countertops, and similar 119 finish work. 120 5. Temporary motion picture, television and theater stage sets and scenery. 121 6. Prefabricated swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy 122 provided that the swimming pools are not designed to retain a depth of 123 24" (610 mm) or more, and do not exceed 5,000 gallons (18925L) and 124 installed entirely above ground. Page 232

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 4 125 7. Shade cloth structures constructed for nursery or agricultural purposes, 126 not including service systems. 127 8. Swings and other playground equipment accessory to a one or two- 128 family dwelling. Window awnings supported by an exterior wall which 129 do not project more than 54 inches (1372 mm) from the exterior wall 130 and do not require additional support of Group R-3 and U Occupancies. 131 9. Non-fixed and movable fixtures, cases, racks, counters, and partitions 132 not over 5 feet 9 inches (1753 mm) in height. 133 134 Section 105.5. Expiration. Insert the following text following the word "demonstrated" at the end 135 of the section: "and does not exceed the 3-year time limit as stated in 105.5.2."; and insert the 136 following subsections: 137 138 105.5.1. Time limitation of permit. A permit for any activity for which a permit is required 139 shall be valid for 180 days from the date of issuance. One 180-day extension may be granted 140 without additional charge to the permit holder. Additional 180-day extensions may be granted 141 with payment of a renewal fee as specified in Appendix F: Fees and Fines. 142 143 105.5.2. Completion of construction. All construction for which a building permit is required 144 must be completed and pass final inspection within three (3) years after issuance of the 145 building permit. If not completed within three (3) years, a new building permit must be 146 obtained and any associated fees paid incurred by the previous submission. 147 148 SECTION 107 SUBMITTAL DOCUMENTS 149 150 107.1 Submittal documents. Insert: "Construction documents, statement of special 151 inspections, structural observation programs and other data, for new construction, alterations, 152 repairs, expansion, additions or modifications of buildings or structures, which involve the practice 153 of architecture or engineering, as defined by the professional registration laws of the State of 154 Delaware shall be prepared by a registered design professional consistent with the professional 155 registration laws of the State of Delaware. Construction documents shall include the name, address 156 and license or registration number of the registered design professional and shall be signed, sealed 157 and dated by the registered design professional in accordance with the professional registration or 158 licensing laws, statutes, regulations or administration provisions of the State of Delaware." in place 159 of "Submittal documents consisting of construction documents, statement of special inspections, 160 geotechnical report and other data shall be submitted in two or more sets with each permit 161 application. The construction documents shall be prepared by a registered design professional 162 where required by the statues of the jurisdiction in which the project is to be constructed." 163 Page 233

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 5 164 Section 108.3. 109.3 Insert: "see Section 22-65 Fees for permits" in place of "in accordance 165 with the schedule as established by the applicable governing authority". New construction 166 valuation will be confirmed using the most current ICC valuation chart information unless 167 otherwise approved by the authority having jurisdiction. 168 169 SECTION 113 BOARD OF APPEALS. See Chapter 22—Buildings and Building Regulations, 170 Article I—In General, Sec. 22-1 Construction and property maintenance code board of appeals. 171 172 Section 114.4 Violation Penalties. Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails 173 to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, places, alters, repairs, a 174 building or structure in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the 175 building inspector, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code shall be 176 charged with a violation of this code and be guilty of a misdemeanor, punishable by a fine as 177 provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines, or by imprisonment thirty (30) days, or both such 178 fine and imprisonment. Each day that a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. 179 180 Section 114.3 Unlawful continuance. Insert: "Any person who shall continue any work after 181 having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to perform 182 to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be charged with a violation of this section and shall 183 be fined as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines. Repeat offenders shall not receive 184 warnings and shall instead be subject to progressively increasing fines as provided for in Appendix 185 F—Fees and Fines. Each day that a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense." in 186 place of: "Any person who shall continue any work after having been served with a stop work 187 order, except such work as that person is directed to perform a violation or unsafe condition, shall 188 be subject to penalties as prescribed by law." 189 190 Section 1612.3. Flood Insurance Study for the City of Dover, dated July 7, 2014, or as 191 subsequently amended or revised. 192 193 Section 1612.4.1 Elevation requirements. The minimum elevation requirements shall be as 194 specified in ASCE 24 or the base flood elevation plus 18 inches, whichever is higher. 195 196 Section 3410.2 Applicability. Insert "April 4, 1984" in place of [DATE TO BE INSERTED 197 BY THE JURISDICTION. NOTE: IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THIS DATE COINCIDE 198 WITH THE EFFECTIVE DATE OF BUILDING CODES WITHIN THE JURISDICTION]. 199 200 (b) International Residential Code Adopted. That certain document, three copies of which are 201 on file in the lLicensing and pPermitting oOffice in the city, being marked and designated 202 as the International Residential Code 2009 edition, as published by the International Code 203 Council, be and is hereby adopted as the code of the city for regulating the design, Page 234

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 6 204 construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location, 205 relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of building, mechanical, plumbing 206 and electrical systems in the city and providing for the issuance of permits and collection 207 of fees therefor; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions and terms of 208 such International Residential Code, as referenced in the building code adopted in 209 subsection (a), published by the International Code Council, on file in the office of the city 210 are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as if fully set out in this section. The 211 following sections of the International Residential Code are hereby revised: 212 213 Section 101.1 Title. Insert "City of Dover, DE" in place of "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]" 214 215 Section R105.2. Work exempt from permit, Building - 1. Insert "120" in place of "200". Delete 216 numbers 2 through 5 in their entirety. Replace number 7 with the following: "Prefabricated 217 swimming pools accessory to a Group R-3 occupancy provided that the swimming pools are not 218 designed to retain a depth of 24" (610 mm) or more, and do not exceed 5,000 gallons (18925L) 219 and installed entirely above ground. 220 221 SECTION R106 CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 222 223 R106.1 Submittal documents. Insert: "Construction documents, statement of special 224 inspections, structural observation programs and other data, for new construction, alterations, 225 repairs, expansion, additions or modifications of buildings or structures, shall be submitted in 2 226 sets and as defined by the professional registration laws of the State of Delaware and be prepared 227 by a registered design professional consistent with the professional registration laws of the State 228 of Delaware. Construction documents shall include the name, address and license or registration 229 number of the registered design professional and shall be signed, sealed and dated by the registered 230 design professional in accordance with the professional registration or licensing laws, statutes, 231 regulations or administration provisions of the State of Delaware." in place of "shall be prepared 232 by a registered design professional where required by the statues of the jurisdiction in which the 233 project is to be constructed". Where special conditions exist, the building official is authorized to 234 require additional construction documents as described here. 235 236 Exception: The building official is authorized to waive the submission of construction 237 documents and other data not required to be prepared by a registered design professional if it is 238 found that the nature of the work applied for is such that review of construction documents is not 239 necessary to obtain compliance with this code. 240 241 SECTION R108 FEES 242 Page 235

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 7 243 R108.2 Schedule of permit fees. Insert "see Section 22-65 Fees for permits " in place of "in 244 accordance with the schedule as established by the applicable governing authority". 245 246 SECTION R112 BOARD OF APPEALS See Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building 247 Regulations, Article I - In General, Sec. 22-1 Construction and property maintenance code 248 board of appeals. 249 250 SECTION R113 VIOLATIONS 251 252 Section 113.4 Violation Penalties. Insert "See Section 22-61 (a) Section 113.4 Violation 253 Penalties" in place of "Any person who violates a provision of this code or fails to comply with 254 any of the requirements thereof or who erects, constructs, places, alters, repairs, a building or 255 structure in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the building inspector, 256 or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be subject to penalties 257 as prescribed by law." 258 259 SECTION R114 STOP WORK ORDER 260 261 Section R114.2 Unlawful continuance. Insert: "See Section 22-61 (a) International Building 262 Code, Section 114.3 Unlawful continuance" in place of "Any person who shall continue any work 263 after having been served with a stop work order, except such work as that person is directed to 264 perform a violation or unsafe condition, shall be subject to penalties as prescribed by law." 265 TABLE R301.2(1) CLIMATIC AND GEOGRAPHIC DESIGN CRITERIA Ground Wind Design Seismic Subject to Damage From Winter Ice Flood Air Mean Snow Speed Topo- Design Weatheringa Frost Termitec Desig Barrier Hazards Free Annual d f g Load graphic Category line n Under- zing Temperatu (mph) effects k Depth Tempe layment Inde j b Requiredh xi 25 95 NO A Severe 24" Moderate 14° NO Adopted 450 55° gust To in 77 Heavy Chapter fastest 50 of the Code of the City of Dover 266 Table R301.2(1), footnote (g): September 16, 1982, Flood Insurance Study for Kent County 267 and Incorporated Areas, dated July 7, 2014, or as subsequently amended or revised. 268 269 Table R301.5 MINIMUM UNIFORMLY DISTRIBUTED LIVE LOADS. Insert the following 270 at the end of footnote "c": Calculations demonstrating compliance with the minimum live load Page 236

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 8 271 shall be provided by a registered design professional for stairs and fire escapes that do not have 272 additional "stringer" or "carriage" support located and equally distributed in the middle section of 273 the stair width. 274 275 SECTION R313 AUTOMATIC FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS—Delete this section in its 276 entirety. 277 278 R322.2.1 Elevation requirements. 279 1. Buildings and structures in flood hazard areas not designated as Coastal A Zones shall 280 have the lowest floors elevated to or above the base flood elevation plus 18 inches or 281 the design flood elevation, whichever is higher. 282 2. Buildings and structures in flood hazard areas designated as Coastal A Zones shall have 283 the lowest floors elevated to or above the base flood elevation plus 1 foot (305 mm), or 284 to the design flood elevation, whichever is higher. 285 3. In areas of shallow flooding (AO Zones), buildings and structures shall have the lowest 286 floor (including basement) elevated at least as high above the highest adjacent grade as 287 the depth number specified in feet on the FIRM plus 18 inches or at least 3.5 feet if a 288 depth number is not specified. 289 4. Basement floors that are below grade on all sides shall be elevated to or above the base 290 flood elevation plus 18 inches or the design flood elevation, whichever is higher. 291 292 Exception: Enclosed areas below the design flood elevation, including basements whose 293 floors are not below grade on all sides, shall meet the requirements of Section R322.2.2. 294 295 CHAPTER 4 FOUNDATIONS 296 297 SECTION R403 FOOTINGS 298 299 R403.1.1 Minimum size. Insert "The minimum thickness of a footing shall be the nominal 300 width of the wall but not less than 8 inches. The nominal width of the footings shall be twice the 301 nominal thickness of the wall. Two story sections of a building shall have a minimum footing 302 width of 24 inches and a minimum footing depth of 10 inches." in place of " Minimum sizes for 303 concrete and masonry footings shall be as set forth in Table R403.1 and Figure R403.1(1). The 304 footing width, W, shall be based on the load-bearing value of the soil in accordance with Table 305 401.4.1. Spread footings shall be at least 6 inches in thickness. Footing projections, P, shall be at 306 least 2 inches and shall not exceed the thickness of the footing." Insert ", but in all cases shall be a 307 minimum of 24 inches × 24 inches × 12 inches deep." at the end of the following sentence: "The 308 size of footings supporting piers and columns shall be based on the tributary load and allowable 309 soil pressure in accordance with Table 401.4.1." Page 237

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 9 310 R403.1.2 Continuous footings in Seismic Design Categories D1 and D2. Delete in its entirety 311 and Insert: R403.1.2 Footing reinforcement. Footings shall be reinforced with a minimum of two 312 #4 rebar wired together with a minimum 15" overlap; pier footings with a minimum of two #4 313 rebar wired together in two directions, and column footings with three #4 rebar wired together in 314 two directions. 315 316 R403.1.3 Seismic reinforcing. Delete in its entirety. 317 318 R403.1.4 Minimum Depth. Insert "24" in place of "12". 319 320 Amend R403.1.4.1 Frost protection—Exceptions to read: 321 1. Frost Protection of freestanding residential accessory/utility structures with an area of 322 240 square feet or less and an eave height of 10 feet or less, except for pole buildings 323 and garages, shall not be required to be frost protected. Freestanding accessory 324 structures (sheds) between 120 sf and 240 sf shall be secured with tie-downs or 325 equivalent manufactured home fastening devices on each corner. Structures 20 feet or 326 more in length shall have additional anchors attached in the center of each side unless 327 frost protection applies as stated herein. All accessory/utility structures greater than 240 328 square feet, all pole buildings and all garages shall have frost protection (footings). 329 2. Decks not supported by a dwelling shall also be provided with footings that extend 330 below the frost line. Single story supported in part by a dwelling and with 4" × 4" posts 331 shall have footings that are a minimum of 8 inches in diameter; with 6" × 6" posts a 332 minimum of 12" diameter is required; the bottom of all such footings shall be a 333 minimum of 24" below finished grade and be at least 6" deep. 334 335 Footings shall not bear on frozen soil unless such frozen condition is of a permanent character. 336 337 (c) The ICC Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities. That certain documents, three 338 copies of which are on file in the lLicensing and pPermitting oOffice of the city, being 339 marked and designated as "The ICC Performance Code for Buildings and Facilities 2009 340 Edition" as published by the International Code Council be and is hereby adopted as the 341 Performance Code of the City of Dover in the State of Delaware for regulating and 342 governing the performance-based design, construction, quality of materials, erection, 343 installation, alteration, repair, location, relocation, replacement, addition to, use or 344 maintenance of building and/or fire protection systems in the city. 345 346 (d) The International Existing Building Code. That certain documents, three copies of which 347 are on file in the lLicensing and pPermitting oOffice of the city, being marked and 348 designated as "The International Existing Building Code 2009 Edition" as published by the 349 International Code Council be and is hereby adopted as the Existing Building Code of the Page 238

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 10 350 City of Dover in the State of Delaware for regulating and governing the repair, alteration, 351 change of occupancy, addition and relocation of existing buildings, including historic 352 buildings, as herein provided. 353 354 (e) The International Energy Conservation Code. That certain documents, three copies of 355 which are on file in the lLicensing and pPermitting oOffice of the city, being marked and 356 designated as "The International Energy Conservation Code 2009 Edition" as published by 357 the International Code Council be and is hereby adopted as the Energy Conservation Code 358 of the City of Dover in the State of Delaware for regulating and governing energy efficient 359 building envelopes and installation of energy-efficient mechanical, lighting and power 360 systems as herein provided. 361 362 Sec. 22-62. Definitions. 363 (a) Whenever the term "municipality" or "city" is used in the publications adopted by reference 364 in this article, it shall be construed to mean the City of Dover, Delaware. 365 (b) Whenever the term "corporation council" or "city attorney" is used in the publications 366 adopted by reference in this article, it shall be construed to mean the city solicitor. 367 (c) Whenever in the publications adopted by reference in this article a term is used which is 368 also defined in the city's zoning ordinance as set forth in appendix B to this Code, such 369 term shall have the meaning provided in such appendix B. 370 371 Sec. 22-63. Conflicting provisions. 372 In the event of any conflict between the provisions of the publications adopted by reference 373 in this article and applicable provisions of state law, this Code or any other ordinance, rule or 374 regulation, the provisions of state law, this Code, or such other ordinance, rule or regulation shall 375 prevail and be controlling. 376 377 Sec. 22-64. Enforcement. 378 The building inspector shall enforce the provisions of this article. 379 380 Sec. 22-65. Permit fees. 381 (a) [Fees.] Before any permit shall be issued for buildings, fences, signs, swimming pools, 382 demolitions, moving, or construction plan reviews, a fee shall be paid unto the city as 383 provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines. 384 385 (b) Reinspection’s. There will be no charge for the first reinspection of a permit. For 386 subsequent reinspection’s the applicant shall pay a fee as provided for in Appendix F. 387 Page 239

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 11 388 (c) Doubling fees. Fees for building, fence, sign, swimming pool, demolition, or moving 389 permits shall double in the event that a permit is applied for after construction has 390 commenced without the permission of the building inspector. The building inspector may 391 waive the doubling of fees in cases where the building permit applicant is not a professional 392 contractor, and the work is not being done by a professional contractor. 393 (d) Fines. A fine shall be issued when any code official discovers any project has started 394 or has been completed without an approved permit. 395 396 Secs. 22-66—22-100. Reserved. 397 398 ARTICLE IV. ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS 399 400 Sec. 22-101. Electrical code adopted. 401 (a) Copies filed; effect. There is hereby adopted by reference, for the purpose of establishing 402 rules and regulations for the installation, renewal, extension, and reception of electric 403 wiring and electric apparatus in existing buildings, structures, or outdoor electrical displays 404 or signs, that certain code known as the "National Electrical Code," as recommended by 405 the National Fire Protection Association, and the same is hereby adopted and incorporated 406 as fully as if set out at length herein, and shall be controlling for all electrical wiring and 407 apparatus in buildings, structures, or outdoor electrical displays, or signs within the city. 408 409 (b) Violations. It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any of the provisions of the code 410 adopted in subsection (a) of this section. 411 412 Sec. 22-102. Enforcement and inspections generally. 413 The publication adopted by reference in this article shall be enforced by the office of the 414 building inspector. The building inspector shall, upon the installation, renewal, extension, and 415 reception of any electric wiring and electric apparatus pursuant to this article, cause an inspection 416 or inspections to be made by himself or his duly authorized agents, to determine that the electrical 417 work conforms with the provisions of this article of the city and the statutes of the state. 418 419 Sec. 22-103. Approved materials, fittings, and devices. 420 Only the materials, fittings, and devices enumerated in the listings of Underwriters' 421 Laboratories, Inc., or approved by the inspection authority, as revised from time to time, shall be 422 used in the electrical work regulated by this article. 423 424 Sec. 22-104. Emergency shutoff switch required for certain appliances. Page 240

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 12 425 Whenever an application for inspection is required under the terms of this article for 426 electrical wiring and apparatus to be done in connection with a gas or oil burner installation in any 427 existing building or structure or in the construction, reconstruction, alteration, or repair of 428 buildings or structures, there shall be installed an emergency shutoff switch, with a red plate 429 thereon marked "oil burner" or "gas burner," as the case may be, at the entrance to the basement 430 or heating room. 431 432 Sec. 22-105. Application for inspection. 433 (a) Required. No person shall install, receive, renew, or extend electrical wires or conductors 434 to be used for the transmission of electric current for electric light, heat, or power purposes 435 in existing buildings, structures, or outdoor electrical displays or signs, or in the 436 construction, reconstruction, alteration or repair of buildings, structures or outdoor 437 electrical displays or signs, without first applying for an application for inspection to do so 438 pursuant to the provisions of this article. 439 440 (b) Addressee. All such applications for inspection shall be made to the building inspector or, 441 in lieu thereof, to the city's authorized inspection agency, hereinafter referred to as that 442 agency specializing in such inspections, as determined, and approved by the building 443 inspector. 444 445 (c) Form; contents. Such application form shall contain questions designed to elicit 446 information to determine whether or not said proposed electrical wiring and electrical 447 apparatus complies with all ordinances of the city or laws of the state. 448 449 (d) Fee. Each such application form shall be accompanied by a fee as prescribed by this article. 450 451 (e) Proof to building inspector. The city's authorized inspection agency shall furnish to such 452 building inspector proof, in writing, that an application for inspection of the proposed 453 electrical wiring and electrical apparatus has been made to such agency to determine that 454 the electrical work conforms with the provisions of this article. The payment of all 455 inspection fees and charges of such agency shall be borne by the applicant. 456 457 (f) Inspection of premises. Each applicant for inspection shall cause the premises covered by 458 the application to be open for inspection to the building inspector and his agents and the 459 representative or representatives of the city's authorized inspection agency at all reasonable 460 times. 461 462 (g) Certificate of approval. Upon determination by the building inspector or any authorized 463 inspection organization that the proposed electrical wiring and electrical apparatus comply 464 with the National Electrical Code adopted in this article and the provisions of this article Page 241

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 13 465 and the provisions of the city ordinances and the laws of the state, a certificate of approval 466 shall be issued forthwith. 467 468 (h) Expiration. All applications for inspections shall expire at the expiration of one year from 469 the date of issuance by the building inspector or the city's authorized inspection agency. 470 471 (i) False information. Any person making any false answer to any of the questions or items 472 set forth in such application form shall forthwith forfeit and surrender any application 473 issued pursuant thereto. 474 475 Sec. 22-106. Inspection of work under application. 476 (a) Purpose; concealed wiring. All inspections shall be made to ensure that the proposed 477 electrical work complies with the provisions of this article. No electric wiring shall be 478 concealed unless inspected and approved by the building inspector or his agents and the 479 representative of the city's authorized inspection agency, but such inspection or 480 reinspection shall be made within a reasonable time after notice of the completion of the 481 electrical work sought to be inspected for approval. A duplicate record of each written 482 approval made by the city's authorized inspection agency shall be filed with the building 483 inspector. 484 485 (b) Decisions by building inspector. All decisions made to determine whether or not the 486 proposed electrical work complies with the provisions of the National Electrical Code shall 487 be made by the building inspector. 488 489 (c) Stop work orders. The building inspector shall have the power to stop electrical work and 490 order the removal thereof when he determines that such work is being installed not in 491 conformity with all ordinances and the laws of the state. 492 493 (d) Waiver of inspection. The building inspector may waive his inspection of all or that portion 494 of the proposed electrical work for which he shall have received a duplicate record of 495 approval by the city's authorized inspection agency that it complies with the provisions of 496 this article. The building inspector shall be informed of all violations not corrected within 497 15 days of notification to the contractor by the city's authorized inspection agency. 498 499 Sec. 22-107. Inspection of existing wiring and apparatus. 500 (a) Required. In order to safeguard persons and property against the hazards and perils incident 501 to defective electric wiring and apparatus that are or may now be in existence within the 502 city, the building inspector is hereby given the duty to inspect with his agents and the 503 representative of the city's authorized inspection agency, when requested by proper 504 authority, or when public interest so requires, any premises within the city at reasonable Page 242

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 14 505 times to ensure that the existing electric wiring system and apparatus is are not defective 506 and unsafe. 507 508 (b) Decisions by building inspector. All decisions that the existing electric wiring system and 509 apparatus is defective shall be made by the building inspector, in writing, on notice to the 510 owner of the premises served forthwith personally or by regular mail addressed to the 511 address as shown on the latest tax records, with reasons for his decision. 512 513 (c) Corrections. Upon the building inspector's decision that the existing electric wiring system 514 is defective and unsafe as aforesaid, the system or portions of the system which are 515 defective and unsafe shall be discontinued until it is corrected and made to comply with 516 the provisions of this article. 517 518 Sec. 22-108. Permit exemptions. 519 (a) Enumerated. No permit shall be required under this article for the following electrical 520 work: 521 522 (1) Minor repairs. Any minor repair work, such as the replacement of lamps and fuses; 523 524 (2) Utility companies. Any electric light or power company, electric railway company, 525 steam railway company, diesel railway company, or telegraph or telephone company, 526 and any person performing the electrical work of any such company, when such work 527 is a part of the plant, or services used by the company in rendering its authorized service 528 to the public; 529 530 (3) Employees on the premises. Any person employed by any other person to repair and 531 maintain or to supervise the repair and maintenance of any electrical equipment on the 532 premises and buildings of the employer; 533 534 (4) Home installations. Any person who installs his own electrical work, service, or 535 equipment in or about his own home and not for sale, except that such person shall be 536 required to file an application for inspection with the proper electrical inspection 537 authority; 538 539 (5) Supervised employees. Any employee of any person engaged in the performance of 540 electrical work while under the supervision of any master electrician, or general master 541 electrician limited; 542 Page 243

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 15 543 (6) Agricultural property. Property used exclusively for agricultural purposes, except for 544 the necessity to file for an application for an inspection certificate with the authorized 545 inspection authority where new installations are involved; 546 547 (7) Electrical engineers. Any manufacturing or industrial establishment retaining in its 548 own employment a professional electrical engineer with at least ten years experience 549 in planning and design. Such engineer may inspect the plant's additional electrical 550 installations if the said industrial plant files with the state board of electrical examiners 551 and the building inspector the name of the electrical engineer that would be responsible 552 for such electrical inspection and files with the board of electrical examiners and the 553 building inspector a letter stating that all additional electrical installations meet the 554 minimum standards of the National Electrical Code once a year. 555 556 (b) Insertion of devices, appliances. Nothing in this article shall be construed so as to forbid 557 the insertion in electrical circuits by unlicensed persons of devices or appliances which are 558 properly designed for such insertion and for which proper wiring and insertion devices are 559 installed. 560 561 (c) Heating, etc. Nothing in this article shall be so construed as to restrict anyone from 562 servicing equipment in the fields of heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, or appliances. 563 564 Sec. 22-109. Permit fees. 565 (a) No fee. There shall be no fee for permits or renewals thereof by the building inspector as 566 may be required by this article. 567 568 (b) Applications for inspections. Fees for applications for inspections issued by the city's 569 authorized inspection agency, as may be required of this article, shall be as determined by 570 said agency and approved by the building inspector. 571 572 Sec. 22-110. Violations. 573 Any person who shall violate any of the provisions of this article or fail to comply 574 therewith, or who shall violate or fail to comply with any order made thereunder, or who shall do 575 or cause to be done electrical work in violation of any detailed statement, or specifications or plans 576 submitted and approved hereunder, or any certificate or permit issued hereunder, and from which 577 no appeal has been taken, or who shall fail to comply with such an order as affirmed or modified 578 by the building inspector within the time fixed therein, shall, severally for each and every such 579 violation and noncompliance respectively, be punished as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and 580 Fines. The imposition of one penalty for any violation shall not excuse the violation or permit it to 581 continue, and all such persons shall be required to correct or remedy such violations or defects 582 within a reasonable time. Page 244

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 16 583 Sec. 22-111. Modifications. 584 The building inspector shall have the power to modify any of the provisions of this article, 585 upon application, in writing, by the owner of a premises or his agent, when there are practical 586 difficulties in the way of carrying out the strict letter of this article, provided that the spirit of this 587 article shall be observed, public safety secured, and substantial justice done. 588 589 Sec. 22-112. Appeals. 590 (a) Demand for hearing. Every applicant and owner of a premises and other parties in interest 591 shall have the right to demand, in writing, a hearing before the board of adjustment to 592 contest any decision or order made by the building inspector pursuant to this article. Such 593 demand for a hearing shall be signed by the contesting party, stating what portions of the 594 building inspector's decision or orders are contested and his interest in the premises. 595 596 (b) Time and place for hearing; notice. The board of adjustment shall fix a time and place for 597 the hearing, not less than ten days, nor more than 30 days after receiving such demand for 598 a hearing and cause a notice of the hearing to be served personally or by regular mail on 599 the contestant, owner of the premises and other parties in interest. 600 601 (c) Appearances; evidence. The contestant, owner of the premises, and other parties in interest 602 shall have the right to appear in person, or otherwise, and give testimony at the hearing, 603 and the rules of evidence prevailing in the courts shall not be controlling. 604 605 (d) Decision; service on parties in interest. The board of adjustment, within a reasonable time 606 after such a hearing, shall make its decision, and the city clerk shall serve a copy of the 607 decision personally or by regular mail on the contestant, owner of the premises, and other 608 parties in interest. 609 610 Sec. 22-113. Restriction on city's liability and inspections. 611 The city shall not incur liability, with regard to the installation, wiring, or appliances used, 612 from any violation of this article or from any accident resulting from the installation, and shall not 613 be obliged to inspect any installation before or after electricity is introduced. 614 615 Secs. 22-114—22-140. Reserved. 616 617 ARTICLE V. MECHANICAL CODE 618 619 Sec. 22-141. Adopted. Page 245

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 17 620 (a) Certain documents, three copies of which are on file in the lLicensing and pPermitting 621 oOffice of the city, being marked and designated as the International Mechanical Code 622 2009 Edition, including appendix chapter "A", as referenced in the building code adopted 623 in 22-61(a), published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby adopted as the 624 code of the city for regulating the design, construction, quality of materials, erection, 625 installation, alteration, repair, location, relocation, replacement, addition to, use or 626 maintenance of mechanical systems in the city and providing for the issuance of permits 627 and collection of fees therefore; and each and all of the regulations, provisions, conditions, 628 and terms of such International Mechanical Code, as referenced in the building code 629 adopted in section 22-61(a), published by the International Code Council, on file in the 630 office of the city are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part hereof as if fully set out 631 in this section. The following sections of the International Mechanical Code are hereby 632 revised: 633 634 Section 101.1 Title. Insert "City of Dover, DE" in place of "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]" 635 636 106.5 Fee Schedule. Insert "See DCO Section 22-145 Heating, air conditioning, and heat pump 637 permit fees" in place of "The fees for all mechanical work shall be as indicated in the following 638 schedule:" 639 640 In place of: 641 642 Section 106.5.3 Fee refunds. Delete in its entirety. 643 644 SECTION 108 VIOLATIONS 645 646 Section 108.4 Violation Penalties. Insert "See Section 22-61(a) International Building Code 647 Section 113.4, Violation Penalties" in place of "Any person who shall violate a provision of this 648 code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alters, 649 or repair, a plumbing work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the 650 code official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be guilty 651 of a [SPECIFY OFFENSE], punishable by a fine of not more than [AMOUNT], or by 652 imprisonment not exceeding thirty (30) days, or both such fine and imprisonment. Each day that a 653 violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense." 654 655 Section 108.5 Stop work orders. Insert "See 22-61(a)International Building Code, Section 114.3 656 Unlawful continuance" in place of "Upon notice from the code official that mechanical work is 657 being done contrary to the provisions of this code or in a dangerous and unsafe manner such work 658 shall immediately cease. Such notice shall be in writing and shall be given to the owner of the 659 property, or to the owner's agent, or to the person doing the work. The notice shall state the Page 246

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 18 660 conditions under which work is authorized to resume. Where an emergency exists, the code official 661 shall not be required to give a written notice prior to stopping work. Any person who shall continue 662 any work in or about the structure after having been served with a stop work order, except such 663 work as that person is directed to remove a violation or unsafe condition, shall be charged with a 664 violation of this section and shall be liable to a fine of not less than [AMOUNT] dollars or more 665 than [AMOUNT] dollars" 666 667 SECTION 109 MEANS OF APPEAL. Delete section in its entirety. 668 669 (b) If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this section is, for any reason, held 670 to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions 671 of this section. The city council hereby declares that it would have passed the ordinance 672 from which this section derives, and each section, subsection, clause, or phrase thereof, 673 irrespective of the fact that anyone (1) or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, 674 and phrases be declared unconstitutional. 675 676 Sec. 22-142. Definitions. 677 (a) Whenever the word "municipality" or the word "city" is used in the publication adopted by 678 this article, it shall be construed to mean the City of Dover, Delaware. 679 680 (b) Whenever the term "corporation counsel" or "city attorney" is used in the publication 681 adopted by this article, it shall be construed to mean the city solicitor. 682 683 (c) Whenever, in the publication adopted by reference in this article, a term is used which is 684 also defined in the city's zoning ordinance as set forth in appendix B to this Code, such 685 term shall have the meaning provided in such appendix B. 686 687 Sec. 22-143. Conflicting provisions. 688 In the event of any conflict between the provisions of the publication adopted by this article 689 and applicable provisions of state law, this Code or any other ordinance, rule or regulation, the 690 provisions of state law, this Code, or such other ordinance, rule or regulation shall prevail and be 691 controlling 692 693 Sec. 22-144. Enforcement. 694 The building inspector shall enforce the provisions of the publication adopted by reference 695 in this article. 696 697 Sec. 22-145. Heating, air conditioning, and heat pump permit fees. Page 247

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 19 698 (a) Enumerated. Before any heating, air conditioning, or heat pump permit shall be issued, a 699 fee shall be paid unto the city as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines. 700 701 (b) Doubling of fees. Fees established in this section shall double in the event that a permit is 702 applied for after construction has commenced without the permission of the building 703 inspector. The building inspector may waive the doubling of fees in cases where the 704 building permit applicant is not a professional contractor, and the work is not being done 705 by a professional contractor. 706 707 (c) Fines. A fine shall be issued when any code official finds any project has started or 708 has been completed without an approved permit. 709 710 Secs. 22-146—22-180. Reserved. 711 712 ARTICLE VI. PLUMBING CODE 713 714 Sec. 22-181. Adopted. 715 (a) [International Plumbing Code.] Certain documents, three copies of which are on file in the 716 lLicensing and pPermitting oOffice in the city, being marked and designated as 717 International Plumbing Code 2009, including appendix chapters B, C, D, E, F, G, as 718 referenced in the building code adopted in 22-61(a), published by the International Code 719 Council, be and is hereby adopted as the code of the city for regulating the design, 720 construction, quality of materials, erection, installation, alteration, repair, location, 721 relocation, replacement, addition to, use or maintenance of plumbing systems in the city 722 and providing for the issuance of permits and collection of fees therefore; and each and all 723 of the regulations, provisions, conditions and terms of such International Plumbing Code, 724 as referenced in the building code adopted in 22-61(a), published by the International Code 725 Council, on file in the office of the city are hereby referred to, adopted and made a part 726 hereof as if fully set out in this section. The following sections are hereby revised: 727 728 Exception: The 2009 International Private Sewage Disposal portion of this code is not adopted, 729 as enforced by other authorities having jurisdiction. 730 731 Section 101.1 Title. Insert "City of Dover, DE" in place of "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]" 732 733 Section 106.6.2 Fee Schedule. Insert "See Section 5.75 22-65 Permit Fees" in place of "The 734 fees for all plumbing work shall be as indicated in the following schedule: 735 Page 248

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 20 736 [JURISDICTION TO INSERT APPROPRIATE SCHEDULE]". 737 738 Section 106.6.3 Fee refunds. Delete in its entirety. 739 740 Section 108.4 Violation Penalties. Insert: "See Section 22-61(a) International Building Code 741 Section 113.4, Violation Penalties" in place of "Any person who shall violate a provision of this 742 code or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof or who shall erect, install, alters, 743 or repair, a plumbing work in violation of the approved construction documents or directive of the 744 code official, or of a permit or certificate issued under the provisions of this code, shall be guilty 745 of a [SPECIFY OFFENSE], punishable by a fine of not more than [AMOUNT] dollars or by 746 imprisonment not exceeding [NUMBER OF DAYS], or both such fine and imprisonment. Each 747 day that a violation continues after due notice has been served shall be deemed a separate offense." 748 749 Section 108.5 Stop work orders. Insert "See Section 22-61(a) International Building Code, 750 Section 114.3 Unlawful continuance" in place of "Upon notice from the code official, work on any 751 plumbing system that is being done contrary to the provisions of this code or in a dangerous and 752 unsafe manner shall immediately cease. Such notice shall be in writing and shall be given to the 753 owner of the property, or to the owner's agent, or to the person doing the work. The notice shall 754 state the conditions under which work is authorized to resume. Where an emergency exists, the 755 code official shall not be required to give written notice prior to stopping work. Any person who 756 shall continue any work in or about the structure after having been served with a stop work order, 757 except such work as that person is directed to perform to remove a violation or unsafe condition, 758 shall be charged with a violation of this section and shall be liable to a fine of not less than 759 [AMOUNT] dollars or more than [AMOUNT] dollars." 760 761 (b) International Fuel and Gas Code. That certain documents, three copies of which are on 762 file in the lLicensing and pPermitting oOffice of the city being marked and designated as 763 "The International Fuel and Gas Code, 2009 Edition" as published by the International 764 Code Council be and is hereby adopted as the Fuel and Gas Code of the City of Dover in 765 the State of Delaware; for regulating and governing fuel gas systems and gas fired 766 appliances as herein provided. 767 768 (c) [Severability.] That if any section, subsection, sentences, clause, or phrase of this section 769 is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of 770 the remaining portions of this section. The city council hereby declares that it would have 771 passed the ordinance from which this section derives, and each section, subsection, clause, 772 and phrase therefore, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, 773 sentences, clauses, and phrases be declared unconstitutional. 774 775 Sec. 22-182. Definitions. Page 249

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 21 776 (a) Whenever the word "municipality" or the word "city" is used in the publication adopted 777 by this article, it shall be construed to mean the City of Dover, Delaware. 778 779 (b) Whenever the term "corporation council" or "city attorney" is used in the publication 780 adopted by this article, it shall mean the city solicitor. 781 782 (c) Whenever, in the publication adopted by reference in this article, a term is used which 783 is also defined in the city's zoning ordinance as set forth in appendix B to this Code, 784 such term shall have the meaning provided in such appendix B. 785 786 Sec. 22-183. Conflicting provisions. 787 In the event of any conflict between the provisions of the code adopted by this article and 788 applicable provisions of state law, this Code or any other ordinance, rule, or regulation, the 789 provisions of state law, this Code, or such other ordinance, rule or regulation shall prevail and be 790 controlling. 791 792 Sec. 22-184. Enforcement. 793 The building inspector shall enforce the provisions of the publication adopted by reference 794 in this article. 795 796 Sec. 22-185. Permit fees. 797 (a) Enumerated. Before any permit shall be issued for a plumbing permit a fee shall be paid 798 unto the city as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines. 799 800 (b) Doubling of fees. Fees established in this section shall double in the event that a permit is 801 applied for after construction has commenced without the permission of the building 802 inspector. The building inspector may waive the doubling of fees in cases where the 803 building permit applicant is not a professional contractor, and the work is not being done 804 by a professional contractor. 805 806 (c) Fines. A fine shall be issued when any code official finds a project has started or has 807 been completed without an approved permit. 808 809 Sec. 22-186. Water conservation performance standards. 810 (a) General policy. No water shall be provided for internal or external use to any residential, 811 commercial, industrial, agricultural, recreational, governmental, or public building or 812 structure of any kind which is constructed or remodeled and in which plumbing, water 813 piping, or water fixtures are to be installed, extended or altered in any way and for which Page 250

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 22 814 construction a permit is required to be obtained (or would be required but for an exemption 815 from a permit requirement for public or governmental agencies) unless the new, extended 816 or altered plumbing, water piping and other water fixtures therein conform to the 817 requirements and standards of subsection (b) of this section. The provisions of this section 818 apply to any such building or structure for which such a building permit is issued or would 819 otherwise be required to be issued but for such an exemption on or after December 10, 820 1990. 821 822 (b) Plumbing fixtures and fittings. 823 (1) Water closets and associated flushing mechanisms. The water consumption of water 824 closets shall not exceed an average of 1.6 gallons per flush cycle. The fixture shall 825 perform in accordance with the test requirements of the ANSI A122.19.2M and ANSI 826 A112.19.6M. 827 828 (2) Urinals and associated flushing mechanisms. Urinal water consumption shall not 829 exceed an average of 1.5 gallons per flush cycle. The fixtures shall perform in 830 accordance with the test requirements of ANSI 122.19.2M and ANSI A112.19.6M. 831 832 (3) Showerheads. Showerhead discharge rates shall not exceed three gallons of water per 833 minute. The fixture shall perform in accordance with the test requirements of ANSI 834 A122.18.1M. 835 836 (4) Faucets. Sink and lavatory faucet discharge rates shall not exceed three gallons of water 837 per minute. The fixture shall perform in accordance with the test requirements of ANSI 838 A112.18.1M. 839 840 (c) Special provisions. 841 (1) Special purpose equipment. The performance standards of subsection (b) of this section 842 shall not apply to fixtures and fittings, such as emergency showers, aspirator faucets, 843 and blowout fixtures, that, in order to perform a specialized function, cannot meet the 844 specified standards. 845 846 (2) Exemptions. Any person may apply to the city for an exemption to the terms of this 847 section, which may be granted by the city manager upon proof that some other device, 848 system, or procedure will save as much or more water as those set forth herein or that 849 those set forth herein cannot be complied with without undue hardship. 850 851 (d) Modification and removal. The city may from time to time modify, add to, or remove the 852 standards and restrictions herein. Page 251

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 23 853 Secs. 22-187—22-220. Reserved. 854 855 ARTICLE VII. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE 856 857 Sec. 22-221. Adopted. 858 (a) A certain document, three copies of which are on file in the lLicensing and pPermitting 859 oOffice of the city, being marked and designated as "The International Property 860 Maintenance Code, 2009" as published by the International Code Council, be and is hereby 861 adopted as the Property Maintenance Code of the City of Dover, in the State of Delaware; 862 for the control of buildings and structures as herein provided; and each and all of the 863 regulations, provisions, penalties, conditions and terms of said property maintenance code 864 are hereby referred to, adopted, and made a part hereof, as if fully set out in this section, 865 with the following additions, insertions, deletions and changes: 866 Section 101.1 Title. Insert "City of Dover, DE" in place of "[NAME OF JURISDICTION]" 867 868 SECTION 111 MEANS OF APPEAL See Chapter 22 - Buildings and Building Regulations, 869 Article I - In General, Sec. 22-1 Construction and property maintenance code board of appeals. 870 871 Section 304.14 Insect screens. Insert "March 1st to November 30th" in place of "[date] to 872 [date]". 873 874 Section 602.3 Heat supply. Insert "September 15th to May 1st" in place of "[date] to [date]". 875 876 Section 602.4. Occupiable workspaces. Insert "September 15th to May 1st" in place of "[date] 877 to [date]". 878 879 (b) It shall be unlawful for any person to violate any of the provisions of the publication 880 adopted in subsection (a). 881 882 Sec. 22-222. Definitions. 883 (a) Whenever the word "municipality" or "city" is used in the publication adopted by this 884 article, it shall be construed to mean the City of Dover, Delaware. 885 886 (b) Whenever the term "corporation counsel" or "city attorney" is used in the publication 887 adopted by this article, it shall mean the city solicitor. 888 Page 252

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 24 889 (c) Whenever, in the publication adopted by reference in this article, a term is used which is 890 also defined in the city's zoning ordinance as set forth in appendix B to this Code, such 891 term shall have the meaning provided in such appendix B. 892 893 Sec. 22-223. Conflicting provisions. 894 In the event of any conflict between the provisions of the code adopted by this article and 895 applicable provisions of state law, this Code or any other ordinance, rule, or regulation, the 896 provisions of state law, this Code or such other ordinance, rule or regulation shall prevail and be 897 controlling. 898 899 Sec. 22-224. Enforcement. 900 The city planner code official shall enforce the provisions of the publication adopted by 901 reference in this article. 902 903 Sec. 22-225. Violations. 904 (a) The Division of Code Enforcement, in accordance with the procedures set forth in the 905 International Property Maintenance Code adopted in section 22-221, shall inspect all 906 properties for compliance with the International Property Maintenance Code and all 907 applicable codes to ensure compliance. 908 909 (b) Notification. Following an inspection, the code official shall issue a letter and/or report 910 of any code violations and provide a timeline for compliance. There shall be no fee for 911 the first inspection. 912 913 (c) Notices. All notices of a code violation will be in writing and sent via first-class mail, 914 certified mail, electronic mail, or hand-delivered. A valid consent form must be on file 915 to receive electronic mail. 916 917 (d) Owner’s address. The owner of the property shall be responsible for maintaining an 918 accurate mailing address with the City of Dover tax office at all times. 919 920 (e) Compliance Date. Unless otherwise specified, all code violations must be corrected 921 within 30 days from the notice of violation. All code violations must be reinspected 922 by the code official to confirm compliance with the code. 923 924 (f) Life Safety Violations. Code violations with an immediate threat to general welfare or 925 life safety must be corrected within 48 hours from the issuance of the violation notice. 926 These code violations are subject to an immediate penalty and shall be fined as 927 provided in Appendix F-Fees and Fines. Every life safety violation shall be treated as 928 an individual and separate offense. 929 (g) Failure to schedule. Failure to schedule a reinspection by the date provided by the 930 code official shall be fined as provided in Appendix F-Fees and Fines. 931 Page 253

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 25 932 (h) Non-compliance. Failure to correct all code violation(s) by the date provided by the 933 code official shall be fined as provided in Appendix F--Fees and Fines. 934 935 Sec. 22-225. Reserved. 936 Secs. 22-226—22-250. Reserved. 937 938 ARTICLE VIII. LEASES 939 940 Sec. 22-251. Unlawful leases. 941 (a) Compliance with zoning. No owner or landlord shall enter into any agreement, contract, 942 lease, or sublease which provides for, permits, allows, contemplates, or facilitates 943 occupancy of any structure contrary to the use requirements of the city zoning ordinance 944 as set forth in Appendix B. Any agreement, contract, lease, or sublease which provides for, 945 permits, allows, contemplates, or facilitates such occupancy by more persons than 946 permitted in Appendix B to this Code is unlawful and hereby declared to be contrary to 947 public policy. 948 949 (b) Noise; disorderly conduct; drugs. All agreements, contracts, leases, or subleases for the 950 occupancy of dwelling units shall prominently stipulate that any renter or occupier of the 951 rental unit shall not violate section 42-2 pertaining to noise or section 70-3 pertaining to 952 disorderly conduct in connection with the use of the premises and shall also prominently 953 stipulate that any renter or occupant of the rental unit shall not commit any drug offense on 954 the premises. The agreement, contract, lease, or sublease shall also prominently stipulate 955 that if any renter or occupant shall be convicted more than one time in any one-year period 956 of violating section 42-2 pertaining to noise or section 70-3 pertaining to disorderly conduct 957 in connection with the use of the premises or is convicted of any drug offense which 958 occurred on the premises, the renter or occupier shall be considered to have breached a 959 lawful obligation relating to his use of the premises and shall be grounds for termination 960 of the agreement, contract, lease, or sublease as it applies to that renter or occupant. 961 962 (c) Notice of conviction to landlord. The city shall notify the landlord, owner, or owner's agent 963 if a renter or occupant of the rental unit is convicted of violating section 42-2 pertaining to 964 noise, section 70-3 pertaining to disorderly conduct, or any drug law. Notice shall be 965 deemed to be properly served upon the owner or the owner's agent if a copy thereof is 966 delivered to the owner, or the owner's agent; or by leaving a notice at the usual place of 967 abode, in the presence of someone in the family of suitable age and discretion, who shall 968 be informed of the contents thereof, or by certified mail addressed to the owner or the 969 owner's agent at the last known address, with return receipt requested; or lastly by posting 970 a copy thereof in a conspicuous place in or about the structure affected by the notice. 971 Page 254

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 26 972 (d) Notice to renter. Within seven days of the receipt of notice that a renter or occupier has 973 been convicted of violating section 42-2 pertaining to noise or section 70-3 pertaining to 974 disorderly conduct, the landlord, owner, or owner's agent shall cause notice to be served 975 upon the affected renter or occupier that if a second such violation occurs within one year, 976 the rental agreement will be terminated. 977 978 (e) Second violation; termination of lease. Within seven days of the receipt of the notice that 979 a renter or occupier has been convicted of a second violation of section 42-2 pertaining to 980 noise or section 70-3 pertaining to disorderly conduct, or has been convicted of a drug 981 offense, the landlord, owner, or owner's agent shall cause to be served upon the affected 982 renter or occupier, notice that the rental agreement is terminated and that the renter or 983 occupier has not more than seven days to vacate the unit. 984 985 (f) Failure of renter or landlord to comply. If the renter or occupier fails to vacate the unit 986 within the time specified in the notice, the landlord, owner, or owner's agent shall 987 immediately initiate and diligently pursue, in good faith, summary proceedings for 988 possession as specified in the Residential Landlord-Tenant Code (25 Del. C. § 5101 et 989 seq.). The failure of the landlord, owner, or owner's agent to initiate or diligently pursue, 990 in good faith, summary proceedings for possession shall constitute a violation of this 991 section and shall subject the landlord, owner, or owner's agent to the penalties provided 992 herein. 993 994 (g) Violations; penalties. Any person, firm, or corporation who violates any provision of this 995 section shall have his rental license for the premises revoked and shall be punished by a 996 fine as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines. 997 998 Secs. 22-252—22-280. Reserved. 999 1000 ARTICLE IX. LODGING HOUSES 1001 1002 DIVISION 1. GENERALLY 1003 1004 Sec. 22-281. Purpose; applicability; definitions; compliance. 1005 (a) Purpose. The purpose and intent of this article is to ensure public health, safety, and welfare 1006 insofar as the continued occupancy and maintenance of lodginghouses lodging houses 1007 operated for public use affect them. The health, safety, and welfare of the occupants of the 1008 lodginghouses lodging houses are of the utmost importance to the city. 1009 Page 255

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 27 1010 (b) Applicability. The provisions of this article shall apply to all matters affecting or relating 1011 to lodging houses. Where, in this article, different sections of this Code may specify 1012 different requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. 1013 1014 (c) Definitions. The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this article, shall have 1015 the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the context clearly indicates 1016 a different meaning: 1017 1018 Lodginghouse Lodging house means a building operated principally for the temporary residence 1019 of the transient public, including, but not limited to, hotels, motels, inns, boardinghouses, rooming 1020 houses, tourist homes, and dormitories. 1021 1022 (d) Compliance. No person shall operate, occupy, or let to another for occupancy any 1023 lodginghouse lodging house which is not in compliance with this chapter. No person shall 1024 operate, occupy, or let to another for occupancy any lodginghouse lodging house unless it 1025 is clean and sanitary, and complies with the requirements of this article. 1026 1027 Sec. 22-282. Responsibilities of operator. 1028 The operator of every lodginghouse lodging house shall be responsible for: 1029 1030 (1) Maintaining all supplied bedding in a clean and sanitary condition; 1031 1032 (2) Changing all supplied bed linens and towels at least once each week and upon the 1033 renting of any room; 1034 1035 (3) Supplying clean towels daily; 1036 1037 (4) Maintaining the property in accordance with the International Property Maintenance 1038 Code adopted in section 22-221 and the International Fire Code adopted in section 46- 1039 121(a). 1040 1041 Secs. 22-284—22-300. Reserved. 1042 1043 DIVISION 2. PERMIT 1044 1045 Sec. 22-301. Generally. Page 256

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 28 1046 (a) Required. It shall be unlawful for any person to let, or offer to let, space in any 1047 lodginghouse lodging house by advertisement, without first obtaining a permit from the 1048 licensing division of the dDepartment of pPlanning and iInspections in order to determine 1049 compliance with the provisions of this chapter. 1050 1051 (b) Expiration; fee. The permit shall expire annually on January 31, and the fee for the annual 1052 permit shall be as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines. 1053 1054 (c) Failure to pay on due date. In the event that the permit fee set forth herein is not paid on 1055 the date due, then the permittee shall incur a penalty fee as provided for in Appendix F— 1056 Fees and Fines until the same is paid. 1057 1058 (d) Reinstatement fee. An owner whose permit has been suspended in accordance with section 1059 22-303 shall pay a reinstatement fee as provided for in Appendix F—Fees and Fines. 1060 1061 (e) Lien. In the event that the property owner fails to pay said fees within 30 days from the 1062 date a notice thereof is mailed to the owner, then such fees may be entered into the 1063 municipal lien docket as a lien owing the city, and the same may be turned over to the city 1064 solicitor for collection. 1065 1066 (f) Utilities. The owner or occupant of any lodginghouse lodging house shall not be entitled 1067 to receive city utilities until the permit fee required in this section is paid in full and city 1068 personnel shall refuse to provide sewage, water, and electricity to the property until 1069 satisfactory proof is furnished that such permit fee has been paid. 1070 1071 Sec. 22-302. Application and issuance. 1072 No permit shall be issued until the applicant has complied with the provisions of this 1073 chapter applicable to lodginghouses lodging houses and until the applicant has furnished the 1074 licensing division of the dDepartment of pPlanning and iInspections with any other information 1075 that may be required. 1076 1077 Sec. 22-303. Suspension. 1078 (a) Grounds; duration. The building inspector shall suspend the permit issued or withhold the 1079 permit paid for, pursuant to this division, when he determines that the lodginghouse 1080 lodging house or the premises surrounding the lodginghouse lodging house fails to meet 1081 the requirements of this chapter or any rule or regulation issued pursuant thereto. 1082 Suspension shall last until the violations have been corrected to the satisfaction of the 1083 building inspector, or the suspension shall have been reversed on appeal. 1084 Page 257

Item #54. Proposed Ordinance #2024-15 – Chapter 22 – Buildings and Building Regulations Page 29 1085 (b) Notice to owner. Upon suspending any permit under this section or withholding the permit 1086 paid for, the building inspector shall notify the owner of the violations of the applicable 1087 code and shall prescribe a period in which the violation shall be corrected. 1088 1089 (c) Appeal. Any owner or operator of any lodginghouse lodging house, whose permit to 1090 operate the structure is suspended by the building inspector pursuant to the procedures of 1091 this section, shall have the right to appeal and notice as provided in section 22-225. 1092 1093 (d) Effect of appeal. Upon suspension of a permit or withholding of a permit ordered by the 1094 building inspector and upon the permittee serving the city clerk with a notice of appeal 1095 pursuant to section 22-225, the permit suspension shall be stayed, and an existing permit 1096 shall remain in force until the appeal is decided. 1097 1098 Secs. 22-304—22-330. Reserved. 1099 1100 ARTICLE X. RENTAL DWELLINGS 1101 1102 DIVISION 1. GENERALLY 1103 1104 Sec. 22-331. Purpose; applicability; definitions; compliance. 1105 (a) Purpose. The purpose and intent of this article is to ensure public health, safety, and welfare 1106 insofar as they are affected by the continued occupancy and maintenance of dwellings 1107 operated for lease to the public. The health, safety, and welfare of the occupants of the 1108 dwellings are of the utmost importance to the city, as is the general community character 1109 in which these dwelling units are located. 1110 1111 (b) Applicability. The provisions of this article shall apply to all matters affecting or relating 1112 to rental dwellings. Where, in this article, different sections of this Code may specify 1113 different requirements, the most restrictive shall govern. 1114 1115 (c) Definitions. The following words, terms, and phrases, when used in this article, shall have 1116 the meanings ascribed to them in this subsection, except where the