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CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM City Hall Council Chambers, 15 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, Delaware AGENDA Public comments are welcomed on any item and will be permitted at the appropriate time. When possible, please notify the City Clerk (302-736-7008 or email at cityclerk@dover.de.us) should you wish to be recognized. VIRTUAL MEETING NOTICE This meeting will be held in City Hall Council Chambers with electronic access via WebEx. Public participation information is as follows: Dial: 1-650-479-3208 Link: https://rb.gy/ifgd3g Event number: 2531 145 9579 Event password: DOVER (if needed) If you are new to WebEx, get the app now at https://www.webex.com/ to be ready when the meeting starts. CALL COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING TO ORDER ADOPTION OF AGENDA COUNCIL REPORTS - July 2024 1. First District 2. Second District 3. Third District 4. Fourth District 5. At-Large 6. Council President Anderson PRESENTATION 1

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING - August 13, 2024 PAGE 2 7. DHSS/DSAMH Overdose Response Center Presentation (Edward Schiavi, Manager- Overdose Response Center) (Committee Action Not Required) PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1. Blood Bank of Delmarva Dover Donor Center Presentation (Antonio Prado, Blood Bank of Delmarva) (Committee Action Not Required) ADJOURNMENT OF THE PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY ENHANCEMENT COMMITTEE MEETING SAFETY ADVISORY TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1. Loockerman Street Conceptual Design (Jason Lyon, Water/Wastewater Director, Marilyn Smith, Executive Director of the Dover/Kent County MPO, and Jeff Riegner, Kittleson & Associates) (Staff Recommendation: Implement the proposed conceptual plan with the ongoing utility upgrade design project for Loockerman Street.) 2. Quarterly Briefing on Dover/Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) Projects (Marilyn Smith, Executive Director of the Dover/Kent County MPO) (Committee Action Not Required) 3. Discussion - Addressing the Patronizing or Solicitation of Prostitution and Its Offenders (Councilman At-Large Andre M. Boggerty and Chief Johnson, Dover Police Department) (Committee Action Not Required) 4. Dover Police Department Major Project Outline FY2025 (Chief Johnson, Dover Police Department) (Committee Action Not Required) ADJOURNMENT OF THE SAFETY ADVISORY TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE MEETING 2

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COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING - August 13, 2024 PAGE 3 UTILITY COMMITTEE ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1. Evaluation of Proposals – Water and Wastewater Asset Management Plan Program Engineering Support (Jason Lyon Water/Wastewater Director) (Staff Recommendation: Award the contract to Century Engineering, LLC for the engineering support of the Water and Wastewater Asset Management Plan, RFP#24- 0038WW, for $125,000) 2. Annexation Request - 139 Acorn Lane, Owned by Byler Investments, LLC. (Dawn Melson- Williams, Principal Planner) ADJOURNMENT OF THE UTILITY COMMITTEE MEETING ADJOURNMENT OF THE COUNCIL COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE THE AGENDA ITEMS AS LISTED MAY NOT BE CONSIDERED IN SEQUENCE. PURSUANT TO 29 DEL. C. §10004(e)(2), THIS AGENDA IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE TO INCLUDE THE ADDITION OR THE DELETION OF ITEMS, INCLUDING EXECUTIVE SESSIONS, WHICH ARISE AT THE TIME OF THE MEETING 3

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Item 1. CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE ACTION FORM PROCEEDING: Council Committee of the Whole (Safety, Advisory and Transportation) DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Water & Wastewater SUBMITTED ON: August 2, 2024 PREPARED BY: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater / Engineering Services REVIEWED BY: David S. Hugg, III, City Manager SUBJECT: Loockerman Street Conceptual Design TIMETABLE: Implement the concept into the utility upgrade design project following approval RELATED PROJECT: X REFERENCE: X EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $0 AMOUNT BUDGETED: $0 FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): n/a STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Implement the proposed conceptual plan with the ongoing utility upgrade design project for Loockerman Street. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS: Recently, the Downtown Dover Partnership (DDP) sponsored a project through the Dover / Kent County Metropolitan Planning Organization (DKCMPO) program. This project was to develop a conceptual plan on the current streetscape on Loockerman Street. The streetscape design considers the following: supporting existing local businesses, spur new development, tie together existing and planned land uses and address safety, comfort and access. The conceptual design project was awarded to Kittleson & Associates by the DKCMPO. Kittleson and Associates held numerous public meetings to obtain the needs of the stakeholders. Staff has reviewed the conceptual plan and recommends that Council approves the concept and have it implemented with the utility upgrade project. 5

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Item 1. Downtown Dover Pathways - Loockerman Street Improvements Dover City Council Tuesday, August 13, 2024 6

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Item 1. Agenda • Downtown Dover Pathways study overview • Loockerman Street process and recommendations 7 2

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Item 1. Downtown Overview Dover Pathways This study has identified means to better connect key activity centers within downtown Dover by walking, bicycling, scooter, or other active transportation and micromobility options. Activity Centers: • Bayhealth Hospital Campus • New Family Court Building • Legislative Mall Area • Delaware State University Downtown • Dover Transit Center 8 3

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Item 1. Downtown Overview Dover Pathways This study has identified means to better connect key activity centers within downtown Dover by walking, bicycling, scooter, or other active transportation and micromobility options. Activity Centers: • Delaware State University Main Campus • Dover Air Force Base 9 4

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Item 1. Key Objectives Downtown Dover Pathways Create a continuous, low stress bicycle network. Fill sidewalk and crosswalk gaps to improve pedestrian comfort. Reduce vehicular speeds and eliminate pedestrian and bicyclist crashes. Connect activity centers and spur economic development. Identify fundable projects and establish a framework for implementation. 10 5

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Item 1. Downtown Schedule Dover Pathways Community Event & Community Event & Survey Comment Map Partners Partners Partners Meeting 3 Meeting 1 Meeting 2 AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL Identify Analyze Existing Engage the Develop Evaluate Engage the Develop Preferred Conditions Community Alternatives Alternatives Community Report Alternatives Loockerman Street 12 Month Schedule charrette & concept development added here. 11 6

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Item 1. Loockerman Street process and recommendations 12 7

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Why change Item 1. Loockerman Street? Loockerman Street • The Transforming Downtown Dover Plan established a vision for redeveloping Loockerman Street • A planned utility project provides an opportunity to redesign the street Street design changes can: • Support existing local businesses • Spur new development • Tie together existing and planned land uses • Address safety, comfort, and access 13 8

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What is a Design Item 1. Charrette? Loockerman Street A series of collaborative meetings, activities, and Key Charrette discussions between Outcome: residents, business owners, Conceptual and others in the community design for Loockerman to identify needs and Street brainstorm ideas for improving the street. 14 9

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Item 1. Concept Balanced approached to meeting the needs along Loockerman Street: Maximize Provide on- Ensure long- clear walking Improve street parking term, areas for all pedestrian and loading sustainable ages and safety for businesses tree canopy abilities P 15 10

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Loockerman Today Item 1. 6’ 12’ 12’ 12’ 7’ 5’ 6’ 18’ 24’ 18’ 60’ 16

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 17

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. Reduce travel lane widths 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 18

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. Increase parking lane width 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 19

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. Provide on-street parking on alternating blocks 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 20

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. Maximize walking and dining space 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 21

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. Create sidewalk zones with consistent materials 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 22

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. Shift centerline to maximize sidewalk near on-street parking 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 23

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Loockerman Tomorrow Item 1. Balance relocation and preservation of trees 10 7’ 11’ 11’ 8’ 6’ 7’ ’ 17’ 30’ 13’ 60’ 24

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Loockerman Tomorrow – Long Term Item 1. 25

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Gateways (future recommendations, not Item 1. part of the utility project) 26 21

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Loockerman Street Item 1. Delivery Loockerman Street APRIL / MAY MAY 13-15 MAY / JUNE JUNE / JULY Existing Summarize Elected Conditions & Design Findings and Official Review Previous Plan Charrette Finalize and Adoption Review Concept Agency Construction Engineering Review and with Utility Approval Project SUMMER / FALL BEGIN IN FALL NEXT YEAR, DEPENDING ON APPROVAL SCHEDULE 27 22

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Item 1. Thank you! 28 23

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Item 2. Safety Advisory Transportation Committee City of Dover August 13, 2024 Marilyn J. Smith – Executive Director 29

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INNOVATIONS 2050 Item 2. 2024 Dover Kent MPO Metropolitan Transportation Plan PLAN DEVELOPMENT PHASE: Final Draft MTP Review Phase INITIAL INPUT PHASE: ❑ Growth Forecast (JUN) ❑ Public Engagement ❑ Project Prioritization (JUN/JLY) Public Review & Comment ❑ Municipal Partners ❑ Travel Demand Modeling (JLY) ❑ County Partners ❑ Air Quality Conformity (AUG) PAC Review Process ❑ State Agency Partners ❑ Prepare Draft Plan (JUN-AUG) ❑ Priorities & Cost Estimates (AUG) TAC Review Process MPO Council Review JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JLY AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC JAN 2050 MTP Planning Public Workshop Draft 2050 MTP- Sept 1st MPO Council Process Initiated (May 30th ) Adoption of (JAN 2024) 2050 MTP Public Workshop (JAN 2025) (mid September) 30

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Item 2. MPO Virtual Reality Experience • FHWA State Transportation Innovation Council (STIC) Incentive Program Award • Leverage virtual reality technology • Three modules: ➢ A simulated safety problem (i.e. someone crossing the street, riding a bike, navigating a roundabout); reflect mistakes, ask questions, the result will be positive or negative ➢ The “Think Like A Planner” game, where students can build their own roads and streetscapes ➢ The MPO’s “Money Game” where folks can prioritize transportation issues in a fun way; this module will specifically support development of the MPO’s upcoming MTP 31

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FY25 New Projects Item 2. • Cheswold RR Crossing Upgrade (Town of Cheswold) • Wheatleys Pond Intersections (Town of Clayton) • Little Creek Sidewalk & Crosswalk Improvements (Town of Little Creek) • South Central Kent County Circulation & Sufficiency (DelDOT) • Camden Sidewalk Study (Town of Camden) • Clayton to Marydel Rails-to-Trails Feasibility (MPO) • Dover SR9 / Rt 1 (DelDOT) • Kent County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (MPO) • Slaughter Beach / Milford Shared Use Path (Slaughter Beach & Milford) • DAFB Compatible Use Study Implementation (DelDOT) 32

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Item 2. South Central Kent County Circulation & Sufficiency • Goal of this DelDOT study is to evaluate south central Kent County roadways to identify short-term (1-5 years) and medium-term (6-10 years) recommendations for circulation improvements • Study area is roughly bounded by SR 10 to the north, SR 1 to the east, SR 14 to the south, and US 13 to the west • This is primarily a technical data-intensive review, with very limited public engagement • Rossi Group is the consultant • Anticipate completion April/May 2025 33

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Item 2. Dover SR 9 / SR 1 • DelDOT wishes to evaluate the feasibility of converting the right shoulder of southbound SR1 to an auxiliary lane • This is primarily a technical study with very limited public engagement • Significant effort will be made engaging directly with stakeholders in the study area • Kittelson is the consultant • Anticipate completion December 2024/January 2025 34

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Item 2. Kent County Comprehensive Safety Action Plan • The MPO was awarded a USDOT Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Safety Action Planning Grant • Develop a Safety Action Plan that can be used by municipalities in Kent County to apply for SS4A project implementation funding • Plan will list and describe preferred safety programs, projects, strategies, and safety countermeasures to be carried out and implemented • Soliciting proposals from consultants (due August 21) • Anticipate completion June/July 2025 35

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Item 2. DAFB Compatible Use Study Implementation • Prioritize recommendations from the DAFB Compatible Use plan, plan meetings, coordinate with state and local agencies to implement those recommendations, community outreach regarding implementation, and form a monitoring committee to guide and monitor the implementation • This project is being done in-house, in coordination with DelDOT • Work has not started yet • This could become an ongoing responsibility for the MPO 36

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Item 2. FY24 Continuing Projects • Dover Expanded Modes / Loockerman Streetscape (DDP) • Dover Municipal Freight Plan (DelDOT) • East/West Freight Routes Phase 2 (KEP) • Expanded Rail Land Use Corridor (DelDOT) • Statewide Rail Plan Update (DelDOT) 37

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Item 2. Dover Municipal Freight Plan • Develop a freight plan for City of Dover that can be incorporated into the comprehensive plan • MPO is supporting this project on behalf of DelDOT • WRA is the consultant • Stakeholder meetings are complete • Developing maps, content and policy recommendations • Stakeholder workshop in September TBD • Public drop-in workshop and presentation to Dover City Council October 29 38

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East/West Freight Routes Phase 2 Item 2. • Consider widening of roads, increased speed limits, signage, truck lanes, elimination of traffic lights, bypasses, new roadway designs, capacity improvements and other suggestions and recommendations that will enhance Kent County’s travel infrastructure along the east/west freight routes • Continuation of East/West Freight Routes Phase 1 • Century Engineering is the consultant • Developing an active stakeholder group • Public workshops in individual municipalities as needed • Anticipate completion December 2024/January 2025 39

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Statewide Rail Plan Update Item 2. • Update the 2011 plan which sets forth Delaware’s freight and passenger rail transportation policy, provides a basis for federal and state rail investment • MPO is assisting the statewide effort on behalf of DelDOT • Jacobs is the consultant • Work is just getting started 40

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Garrison Update Item 2. • In the FY25-FY30 CTP - Garrison Oak Connector Road (SR 1 via White Oak Road), $1.5M in FY25 for preliminary engineering, $1.5M in FY26 for preliminary engineering o Project Description: New connector two-lane road between White Oak Road and Little Creek Road; Provide a direct access to SR 1 via a connector road to White Oak Road ➢ Phase 1 includes the design, engineering, land acquisition and construction of a connector road from Garrison Oak at White Oak Road ➢ This connection would make access from Garrison Oak more efficient and competitive for business o Project Justification: Identified in the Dover Kent 2040 Metropolitan Transportation Plan and Air Cargo Facility Study ➢ Phase 1 of this project is the City of Dover's #1 priority transportation project submitted to the Dover Kent MPO ➢ The current condition is inefficient for existing truck traffic, and potentially limits future growth of new businesses from locating to these facilities • To be eligible for TIIF (Transportation Infrastructure Investment Fund), there must be a completed TIS (Traffic Impact Study) o TIIF helps build the infrastructure that supports new or growing businesses o TIS determines transportation impacts associated with new development so that the impacts can be mitigated and system capacity can be preserved o City needs to initiate the TIS, coordinate with DelDOT to scope the study, and secure a consultant to perform the study 41

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Item 2. Questions??? Connect with Us - #doverkentmpo 42

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Item 4. Dover Police Department FY 25 Major Project Outline/Summary August 2024 43

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Item 4. Identified Projects 1. HVAC Upgrade to the 2nd Floor Police Academy Training Area 2. Perimeter/Security Fencing for the Queen Street Campus 3. Continuation of the Behavioral Health Unit as the CJC Grant expires 4. The GUIDE App – Employee Wellness – Officers/Civilians/Spouses/Retirees 5. The VirTra Training Simulator: 5-Screen Life-sized video platform “Real World” Decision-Making in “Real World” Environment 6. Sustainability of Flock Safety System – Vehicle Identification Technology 2 Existing Initiatives/2 Capital Projects/1 Wellness Program/1 Training Device 44

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Item 4. City of Dover – FY 25 CIP Budget • Perimeter Fencing – Queen St. • HVAC Upgrade – HQ 2nd Floor • Already part of adopted budget • Already part of adopted budget • Contingent on State Funding • Contingent on State Funding • $220,000 placed in Bond Bill • $200,000 placed in Bond Bill • $215,800 estimated cost • $193,100 estimated cost • Address Campus Safety and • Allow for a suitable training Security Concerns environment when seasonal temperatures are extreme 45

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Item 4. The Dover Police Behavioral Health Unit • May ’24> 1 contract clinician – CJC o Began in 2022 with a 3-year grant • 1 FTE included in FY 25 Dover budget o DPD / CJC / DBH collaboration (contract) • Estimated annual cost = $130,000 o Supplemental Funds – State Budget o 2 Clinical Field Partners – 12/7 per week • Funding needed for Q2, Q3, & Q4 o Grant will sunset on September 30, 2024 • Pro-rated cost is $97,500 (75%) o DBH pulled back 1 Clinician in May, 2024 • Residuals from State (*) = $92,460 o Service to “At-risk” populations o Substance Abuse • Funds from Grant/Aid = $5,040 o Mental Health o Homeless • Cost neutral to the City * $17,460 from FY 23 and $75,000 from FY 24 46

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Item 4. The GUIDE App  1-Year Contract – Pilot Program – Employee Wellness  Downloadable Application to a Smart Phone  Officers / Civilians / Spouses / Retirees are eligible  Staff Wellness is a Public Safety Industry Priority  Flat price for all participants is $17,300 (Year 1)  Subsequent years valued at $14,800 per year  Protecting privacy is why it works (Agency/Individual)  Individual Accounts – Secure Profile  Interactive courses of study for challenges  Access to “Journaling” – Stress reduction  Daily Practice Behaviors – Manage Emotions  Peer Support or Small Group participation  Crisis support (Therapist, Life Coach, Etc.)  Began in late July using Grant/Aid funds 47

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The VirTra Item 4. Training Simulator  300 degree – Judgmental UOF – Training Simulator  De-Escalation / Mental Health / Low Light Conditions  Traffic Stops / Domestic Violence / Active Threat  Five Screen Model is $397,681 (Tentative Specification)  Estimated minimum life span is 5 years  System Features  Built to simulate Dover PD weapons and tools  Large scenario library – Focus on Human Factors  Interactive training – Appox. 20 variations/scenario  Electronic Feedback – Simulated wounding  $330,612 will come from Grant/Aid funds  $67,069 will come from the SLEAF program  All Delaware LEO’s can access the Simulator 48

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Item 4. Tentative Grant/Aid Summary $500,000.00 Beginning Balance of FY 25 Award $17,300.00 GUIDE App Pilot Program $482,700.00 Remaining Balance $330,612.47 VirTra Training Simulator $152,087.53 Remaining Balance $5,040.00 Cover gap in Behavioral Health Unit Cost $147,047.53 Remaining Balance Undetermined Cost overruns of Fence project & HVAC Project Final Balance Extend the life of the Flock Vehicle Identification System Cameras [Est. $125,000] 49

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Item 1. CITY OF DOVER, DELAWARE ACTION FORM PROCEEDING: Council Committee of the Whole (Utility Committee) DEPARTMENT OF ORIGIN: Water & Wastewater SUBMITTED ON: August 2, 2024 PREPARED BY: Jason A. Lyon, P.E., Director of Water & Wastewater / Engineering Services REVIEWED BY: David S. Hugg, III City Manager and Patricia Marney, Interim Controller / Treasurer SUBJECT: Evaluation of Proposals – Water and Wastewater Asset Management Plan Program Engineering Support TIMETABLE: Notice to proceed to be issued within thirty (30) days of Council approval. Project anticipated to be completed in one hundred and eighty (180) calendar days. RELATED PROJECT: X REFERENCE: X EXPENDITURE REQUIRED: $125,000 AMOUNT BUDGETED: $200,000* FUNDING SOURCE (Dept./Page in CIP & Budget): Department of Water & Wastewater – Water Management, CIP Project #WD2408, CIP Project Name: Asset Management Plan Account No.: 401-40-68-99-000-54031 - $100,000. Department of Water & Wastewater – Wastewater Management, CIP Project #WW2407, CIP Project Name: Asset Management Plan Account No.: 403-41-69-99- 000-54031. *-Funding will be 100% from DWSRF and CWSRF Grant STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Award contract to Century Engineering, LLC for the engineering support of the Water and Wastewater Asset Management Plan, RFP #24-0038WW, for $125,000. BACKGROUND AND ANALYSIS: This project will create a plan to manage the city’s water and wastewater infrastructure and assets. The plan will prioritize upgrades, replacements and new infrastructure. Numerous grants and loans are now requiring that each utility have an asset management plan. Having this plan will create a roadmap to the future needs as well as increase the city’s chances to receive grants and /or loans. The City of Dover 50

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Item 1. received a total of $200,000 in grant funds to produce this plan. The final deliverable will comply with the EPA’s five core framework categories which shall include: Current State of Assets, Level of Service, Critical Assets, Minimum Life Cycle Costs and Long-Term Funding Plan. This plan will include recommendations for implementation. The proposal was advertised to the public as a Request for Proposal in accordance with the City’s purchasing policy by the City’s Purchasing Agent under ITB #24-0038WW. Proposals were opened on June 5, 2024. The City of Dover received three (3) proposals. TThe three (3) proposals were reviewed by staff and scored based on the evaluation criteria provided in the proposal documents. AVERAGE CONTRACTOR LOCATION SCORE CENTURY ENGINEERING, LLC* DOVER, DE 88.7 DAVIS, BOWEN & FRIEDEL, INC. MILFORD, DE 78.0 VERDANTAS, LLC* DOVER, DE 81.3 *The evaluated cost of the proposal was reduced by 3% due to local vendor preference. City staff reviewed the submissions and found that Century Engineering, LLC proposal met all requirements for the qualifications of the project. Staff recommends awarding the contract to Century Engineering, LLC in the amount of $125,000 for the engineering support of the Water and Wastewater Asset Management Plan. 51

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Item 2. PETITION TO ANNEX AND REZONE PROPERTY Before the Dover City Council Committee of the Whole – Utility Committee August 13, 2024 File Number: AX-24-01 Ordinance Number: 2024-28 Applicant/ Owner of Byler Investments, LLC Record: Property Address: 139 Acorn Lane, Dover DE Tax Parcel ID #: ED-00-068.19-01-23.00-000 Lot Size: 14,494 SF +/- Present Zoning: RS-1 (Residential Single Family Zone) Proposed Zoning: R-10 (One Family Residence Zone) 2019 Comprehensive Category 1: High Priority Annexation Areas Plan Designation: 2019 Comprehensive Residential Medium Density Plan Land Use Category: Present Use: Single Family Detached Dwelling Proposed Use: Single Family Detached Dwelling Utility Availability: Electric: 139 Acorn Lane is currently served by City of Dover Electric. With any future redevelopment of the property, the electric service needs will be evaluated. The property owner will be responsible for any and all costs associated with the changes of electrical service needs related to any future redevelopment including extending and providing service upgrades to the proposed property. Water and Sanitary Sewer: 139 Acorn Lane is not served by City of Dover Water. 139 Acorn Lane is not served by Sanitary 52

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Item 2. Sewer. The property owner has contacted the Department about the possible connection to these services. Water and Sanitary Sewer are available to this property. The property owner is responsible for any and all costs associated with changes to service needs for property including extending and providing service upgrades to the existing dwelling on the property, this will include an assessment of $40 per front foot of the property for sanitary sewer, which shall be paid by the property owner prior to connection. This may include tapping the sanitary sewer and water mains, connection to the building for both utilities, purchasing appropriately sized water meter and pit, paying impact fees, and obtaining permits. Staff Recommendation The Electric Department has no objection to the annexation. for AX-24-01: The Department of Water and Wastewater has no objection to the annexation. Attachments: • Location Map AX-24-01 • Property Plan of 139 Acorn Lane 53

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City of Dover Application No.: AX-24-01 Item 2. Department of Planning & Inspections lvd a ry B olu tion Rev RM-1 ve R-8 oc kA anc SH R-8 R-8 R-20 ve ki ns A Hop ROS n Ln Nixo R-8 C er ir m Cly R-20 Aco n ROS R-20 rn L R-8 R-8 Site R-8 Mah o R-8 RM-1 gany c ia P Aca Pl Shadybrook Dr l S RG-2 Girl e Lind t Ln R-8 R-8 c ou n Ct R-8 R-8 Teak Ct R-8 R-7 ROS W il lis Rd E Division St N Little Creek Rd Marta Dr R-8 R- R-8 8 ROS Tile: Lands of Byler Investments, LLC Ordinance #: 2024-28 Addresses: 139 Acorn Lane Legend Parcel ID: ED-00-068.19-01-23.00-000 Subject Property Existing Zoning: RS-1 (Residential Single Family Zone) Proposed Zoning: R-10 (One Family Residence Zone) Dover Boundary Owner: Byler Investments, LLC Zoning Date: 07/31/2024 Dover Parcels 0 150 300 600 Feet « Kent County Parcels 54

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